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  • Safety Korea certifies new Samsung battery, possibly designed for Galaxy Z Fold 6.

    Safety Korea certifies new Samsung battery, possibly designed for Galaxy Z Fold 6.

    Samsung’s upcoming foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, are set to be unveiled later this summer. As the release date approaches, leaks from the supply chain are starting to provide details about the devices.

    New Battery Certification

    A recent certification from Safety Korea, a regulatory agency, confirms the development of a new battery that is likely intended for the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The certified battery has the model number EB-BF957ABY-L.

    Safety Korea certifies new Samsung battery, possibly designed for Galaxy Z Fold 6.

    The battery photographs from Safety Korea show a design that includes a pull tab. This pull tab is expected to enhance the device’s repairability by making battery replacements easier.

    Dual-Battery System

    While the capacity of the battery remains unknown, it is likely that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will continue with the dual-battery system seen in earlier Fold models. It is possible that the primary battery unit will be paired with a second, smaller battery that also includes the pull-tab feature for easier repairs.

    Previous leaks suggested that the Galaxy Z Flip 6 may include larger batteries. It is plausible that Samsung is adopting a similar strategy for the Galaxy Z Fold 6, although this has not been confirmed.

    Speculations and Rumors

    There are additional rumors surrounding the Galaxy Z Fold 6. One speculation is that it could feature a wider cover screen. There are also indications that Samsung may be working on a separate foldable device altogether, potentially with a rollable or dual-folding display design, which could debut this year.

    As of now, there is no solid information on when Samsung will release the next Galaxy Z-series foldable phones. However, based on previous patterns, they are likely to launch in Q3, 2024, at the second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year. We will keep you updated as more information comes in.

  • Impressive 2023 growth numbers fast bridge worldwide battery usage gap for CATL

    Impressive 2023 growth numbers fast bridge worldwide battery usage gap for CATL

    CATL Expands Global Presence with Impressive Battery Usage Growth

    Chinese battery manufacturer CATL is rapidly expanding its global presence, according to a recent report by Korean firm SNE Research. From January to September 2023, CATL’s worldwide battery usage outside of its home market reached approximately 64 gigawatt-hours, marking a significant 104.9% improvement compared to the same period in 2022. Additionally, CATL’s global market share has increased by 7 percentage points within this timeframe.

    The remarkable results achieved by CATL have placed the company on par with South Korean manufacturer LG Energy Solutions, which currently holds a 28.1% market share. LG Energy Solutions reported a growth of 49.2% in battery usage during Q1-Q3 2023, although its global market share experienced a slight decrease. The fourth and fifth largest battery manufacturers globally, SK On and Samsung SDI, also witnessed an increase in their worldwide battery usage, reaching 24.4GWh and 21.6GWh, respectively.

    Despite CATL’s rising profile, South Korea still accounts for 48.3% of the global market share, representing a decrease of 5.8 percentage points from the previous year. The SNE Research report also revealed that global battery installations in electric vehicles reached 228GWh from January to September 2023, reflecting an impressive 54.9% increase compared to the previous year. This significant growth in battery installations indicates a corresponding increase in electric vehicle sales. Chinese EV maker BYD emerged as the world’s largest EV manufacturer, recording a battery usage of 4.1GWh. Another Chinese company, Farasis Energy, also demonstrated impressive growth with a battery usage of 3GWh.

    The outlook for CATL remains positive as the company continues to supply battery products to a wide range of EV makers. Among CATL’s prominent customers are Tesla, Mercedes, BMW, and Volvo, among others. The company has also expanded its reach by securing Hyundai and Kia as its most recent customers. CATL’s influence has rapidly expanded both locally and globally.