When it comes to storage memory, smartphones commonly use modules UFS (Universal Flash Storage) ranging from UFS 2.x for mid-range models to UFS 3.x for premium versions, which achieves higher transfer speeds.
The next generation UFS 4.0 has already been validated by JEDEC and doubles transfer speeds to 23.2 Gbps per lane over v3.1 while reducing power consumption.
The memory specialist Samsung announced a premier module UFS 4.0 in May and which operates its 7th generation V-NAND with capacities of up to 1 TB.
The storage of premium smartphones in 2023?
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This high-end smartphone storage memory next year and Samsung announces as planned the launch of mass production now with a view to integration into the first products from 2023.
It therefore remains to be seen whether it will be one of the assets of the future range of smartphones. Galaxy S23failing to ship a SoC Samsung Exynos, the next generation mobile devices being expected only in Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 from Qualcomm.
The Korean firm again indicates that these new UFS 4.0 memories will make it possible to process large amounts of data for high-resolution photos and videos, demanding games or augmented / virtual reality applications.
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