Samsung Scroll: October Edition

Your monthly burst of Samsung UK news.

For many, October can feel a long month. Summer is over, the nights draw in and suddenly the bills go up as the heating kicks in. It can easily feel a bit gloomy.

So this month we’re bringing you a deep dive on how to make your life easier and more enjoyable with the help of intelligent technology. Whether it’s managing your bills, recommendations on what to watch on TV or even learning the rules of American Football – we're here to help you out.

And we’re also celebrating our ranking as a Top 5 Global Brand, thanks to our innovative AI technology. Check out the latest developments below. But first, we want to tell you about some critical research we are involved in.

Heart disease and depression: researchers are using Samsung tech to track these conditions

Vital research is being carried out by major medical institutions such as Massachusetts General Hospital and Tulane University School of Medicine to search for early markers for these conditions, in turn helping to save lives. Both are collaborating with Samsung to harness the data from our Galaxy Watches and Samsung Health SDK (our software platform that shares data with partners) to test if wearables can detect early signs of heart disease and depression. Read more about them here.

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AI-enabled TVs to predict what you want to watch and adjust the volume automatically

Imagine a TV that predicts what you want to watch before you do. The vast majority of us want to hand over everyday tasks like this to AI, which includes spending less time searching for shows and more time watching them. ?This was a hot topic of conversation at Samsung’s annual Developer Conference in California where we unveiled a series of exciting new AI-powered innovations that will save you time and effort.

AI features are now available on even more Samsung devices thanks to Tizen, Samsung’s major operating system. For Samsung TVs, this means a personalised experience with AI powered recommendations on what to watch. And with a simple voice command Bixby, Samsung’s AI assistant, can now help you easily find content on your TV, control your smart home and even open appliance doors. Read more about the latest AI-powered innovations here.

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Partnerships

Stay warm and save money on your energy bills this winter

It's fair to say nobody was thrilled when it was announced at the start of the month that energy bills were going up. Here’s how we can help you.

Samsung’s partnership with British Gas means you can better manage your energy usage. As part of the PeakSave program, you can automate your appliances using SmartThings Energy and earn rewards for using electricity during off-peak hours. So far, British Gas has paid over ￡13 million to 650,000 customers taking part in the scheme.

Also, Hive’s thermostats are now integrated into SmartThings App and if you have one, you can save up to ￡172 per year[1]. Using the app you can now have better control over your home’s temperatures, whether it’s setting new temperature targets or changing them when you’re out and about.

And for when you’re on the move, the SmartThings app integrates Tesla technology to give you more control over the optimal times to charge your car so you are making the most of off-peak times on the grid, therefore saving money.

These new features come as Samsung celebrates 10 years of SmartThings making energy management a more seamless, connected experience. And with all these new features, managing your home energy (and saving money!) has never been easier.

From energy savings to high-energy sport, the NFL came to London and Jason Bell helped decode American football

Do you know your foul plays from fumbles and snaps from safeties? Don’t worry if not – you’re not alone! Even with the growing popularity of American football in the UK, it’s taking most fans a while to get up to speed on the rulebook, with the majority (67%)?of Brits still in total confusion over American football rules.

That’s why, as the official TV partner of the NFL in the UK, Samsung teamed up with ex-pro and pundit Jason Bell to create The Samsung American football Jargon Buster Playbook, to help viewers understand the game. Now the sport has returned to the US, why not pick up a Samsung TV, sit back, and let Jason’s tips break down all the jargon so you can fully enjoy the action! The Superbowl is just a few months away...

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We’ve also got some top class sport and entertainment for you on Samsung TV Plus!

Don’t miss some exciting clashes in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, airing on DAZN Women’s Football which you can access on Samsung TV Plus! At no additional cost with no subscription necessary, Samsung TV Plus gives users access to thousands of movies and TV shows, available live and on-demand on Samsung TV’s and Galaxy mobile devices.

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What else have we been up to?

Northern Ireland named as the UK’s future ‘Silicon Valley’

77% of young people in Northern Ireland would like to work in technology. This was unveiled in new research conducted by Samsung for the launch of its 5th annual Solve for Tomorrow competition, a programme which aims to support young innovators across the UK.

The findings show a strong desire to use tech for good amongst young people, with many confident they could invent or develop a technology product that would positively impact society. Likewise many believe a career in technology would allow them to positively contribute to society, despite 65% feeling that their background will affect how they progress in the industry. A panel discussion on these findings and the future of innovation was held at Samsung KX to inspire future change-makers, featuring musician, broadcaster and entrepreneur Krept, and current Solve For Tomorrow winner, SFT winner Anjali Benny Devadasan.

If you’re aged between 16-25, applications to the competition are now open on our Solve For Tomorrow website.

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Did you catch us at EGX Comic Con 2024?

If you’re into gaming, then Samsung’s latest collaboration is for you. In partnership with global gaming and e-sports organisation GIANTX, Samsung showed off its state-of-the-art gaming smarts at last month’s EGX Comic Con event. ?Visitors could enjoy the ultimate gaming set-up, complete with Odyssey Gaming monitors and immersive NEO QLED TVs with Samsung Gaming Hub built in, a game streaming service with quick and easy access to more than 3,000 top gaming titles from Xbox[2], NVIDIA GeForce NOW and other popular streaming services.

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We hope you enjoyed your monthly dose of tech inspiration from Samsung Scroll. To stay connected in between issues, follow us on LinkedIn for updates, read more on news.samsung.com/uk or explore the world of Samsung innovations at Samsung.com.

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[1] Saving of ￡172.17 based on a Ofgem typical annual gas consumption of 11,500 kWh at the October 2024 UK average unit price of 6.238 pence per kWh including VAT. Emissions saved per year: 508 kg CO2 (0.184kg per kWh). Actual savings will vary depending on individual circumstances./span>

[2] Requires Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Internet connection and compatible controller required.