Although the Samsung Galaxy S24 series is not expected to be released until the first few months of 2024, extensive discussion exists regarding this next series of flagship phones. The potential of a special edition chipset being used to power the Galaxy S24 is one of the more intriguing expectations, causing a stir in the tech community. Here is all the information known about the Galaxy S24 series and its speculated features. Software and performance For the first time in almost ten years, Samsung introduced the Galaxy S23 series in every country with the same chipset, i.e., the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, rather than the Exynos chips in some countries and Snapdragon in others. According to rumors, Samsung will repeat this tactic. Exynos chips frequently perform lower than Snapdragon processors and struggle with thermal control, which causes phones to get hotter and reduces performance when playing games for extended periods of time. According to a different claim, the Galaxy S24 will have a significant graphics improvement from a GPU that is up to 50% quicker. Despite the apparent gap in CPU power, this might easily outperform other top cellphone models in its class when it comes to gaming and other resource-intensive applications. Design Samsung probably won’t make many changes in 2024. Sure, there can be minor adjustments, but Samsung rarely makes significant modifications from year to year. Until there is concrete proof otherwise, one can reasonably expect the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra to mirror their S23 predecessors. Nevertheless, the presentation might be enhanced. According to a leak, the upcoming Galaxy S phones could include high-performance 13th generation (M13) OLED displays. These panels are more energy-efficient and thinner than the M12 screen that is expected to be utilized on competitors like the iPhone 15. It is anticipated that Samsung will continue its three-part Galaxy S series with the Galaxy S24.

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for those aged 65 and above. Here, traditional Medicare (Parts A and B) are doled out based on a fee-for-service arrangement. Part A covers inpatient/hospital coverage, while Part B covers outpatient/medical coverage; however, a deductible and copay may be required for both. Before signing up for health insurance, one must consider their medical needs, as the following services are excluded from traditional Medicare coverage: 1. Custodial care Custodial or long-term care facilities are meant for those with a chronic illness or disability. While they may not require constant medical attention, they may need help with daily activities such as walking, getting in and out of bed, dressing up, eating, using the toilet, cooking their food, and more. However, Medicare, Medigap, and most other insurance plans do not cover these costs. So, those looking for long-term care coverage must explore suitable Medicare Advantage plans. Some people may also be eligible for custodial care under Medicaid. 2. Overseas healthcare Medicare plans also do not cover most healthcare services or products availed outside the country. Under this rule, the jurisdictions recognized for Part A and Part B services include all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and territorial waters touching U.S. land (for services onboard a ship). When traveling abroad, it is advisable to invest in a travel medical insurance plan to cover any emergency medical costs incurred on the trip. These insurance plans can cover reasonable and customary charges for ambulance services, doctor’s bills, hospital and operating room charges, X-rays, examinations, treatments, and lab tests. One should conduct thorough research before investing in a travel medical insurance plan. 3. Personal comfort items and services Medicare Parts A and B also do not cover the cost of personal comfort items and services such as radios, TVs, phones, air conditioners, and beauty and barber services.

Prepaid phone plans are a mobile service subscription type where users must pay for the communication services in advance and require no credit checks. Unlike postpaid plans, users here are not billed at the end of the billing cycle but before they begin to use the service. Prepaid plans are usually cheaper than their postpaid variants. Even though prepaid phone plans provide several benefits, some mistakes while choosing them might end up costing more. Mistakes to avoid with prepaid phone plans Underestimating usage patterns A common mistake users make, especially the ones who are newly switching from postpaid to prepaid phone plans, is inaccurately assessing one’s data, talk, and text needs. Underestimating these can end up with users having insufficient resources to last the month or additional costs. Not considering network coverage Another important factor while selecting any prepaid phone plan is to understand what areas the service provider covers. At times, prepaid plans look great on paper with their limited costs and multiple benefits, but upon buying, one may find out that the network quality is poor and the data speed does not match one’s needs. So, it’s always wise to research about the network coverage and read through some reviews to know if the plan meets one’s connectivity criteria. Not comparing plans Almost every service provider offers a multitude of prepaid plans, each catering to different people’s needs. Some have unlimited calling time but limited data, while some have high-speed and generous data allocations, but the plan may be valid for a lesser number of days. The quality of network coverage also varies from one plan to another. So, one should research and compare plans to find the one that aligns with both one’s budget and requirements. Ignoring the fine print Before committing to a prepaid plan by any service provider, it’s important to carefully read the terms and conditions of the plan.