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Galaxy S5 might feature a bezel-free screen, embedded fingerprint scanner
The Galaxy S5 rumors are coming in thick and fast now. Last week, it was revealed that Samsung is working on a new fingerprint scanner technology that would make its way onto the Galaxy S5. Today’s rumor corroborates that claim, while further stating that the S5 would come without a home button altogether, and instead […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Alleged box image of the Galaxy S5 might not be the real deal after all
An image recently leaked by SamsungGalaxyS5.nl claims to showcase the rear side of the retail Galaxy S5 box. The design and styling of the box looks eerily similar to that of the retail boxes that the Galaxy S4 and Note 3. Considering the fact that it is not difficult to juxtapose fake hardware details onto […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung considering a three-sided display for Galaxy Note 4, foldable screen for Note 5
It looks like Samsung is getting set to launch a mobile with a “bent” display later this year, with the most likely candidate being the Galaxy Note 4. The device will likely utilise the YOUM three-sided display technology that Samsung demoed last year. This isn’t the first time we’re hearing about a three-sided screen for the […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung releases KitKat kernel source for Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 and Galaxy Note Pro 12.2
After releasing the Android 4.4 kernel source code for the Galaxy Note 3 last week, Samsung is doing the same for its latest batch of tablets. Android 4.4 KitKat kernel source for the Wi-Fi and LTE versions of the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 has been released on Samsung’s Open Source Release Center. The download size […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
EU regulators to decide on fate of Samsung antitrust case in April
Antitrust cases launched against Samsung will receive a final verdict in the month of April. EU's antitrust authority has been investigating Samsung for over two years now, and in October 2013, the South Korean manufacturer indicated that it would be willing to compromise. Furthermore, Samsung announced that it would not take any more rivals to […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
New Samsung utility enables sharing of user data with other apps
Samsung is said to be working on a service that lets developers access more detailed user data. Called Context, the service will allow developers to see a device’s sensor, keyboard and location data to better serve users. The idea is to enliven the user experience offered by apps. For instance, a location-based utility can access […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung considering a lower price point for the Galaxy Gear 2
Samsung has seen an underwhelming consumer interest thus far in the Galaxy Gear. The South Korean manufacturer’s first smartwatch hasn’t sold as well as it would’ve liked, and although total sales of 800,000 units globally were touted, they were sales to retailers and not end-users. In an effort to turn things around for the Galaxy […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung’s new Windows Phone (SM-W750V) visits the FCC
Samsung’s latest Windows Phone was ousted last week by the ever reliable @evleaks. According to the leak, the device features a design that is similar to a late model Galaxy S and is headed to Verizon. @evleaks's claims were confirmed today, as the device just made its way to the FCC for regulatory testing with […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung and Tata Motors announce a deal to bring in-car infotainment systems to Indian cars
Following a deal with Hyundai earlier this week, Samsung has announced that it will collaborate with Indian car manufacturer Tata Motors in providing in-car infotainment solutions. Tata Motors vehicles starting next year will feature Samsung’s Drive Link utility that works on MirrorLink. MirrorLink is a standard created by the Car Connectivity Consortium, and it aims […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung and Cisco sign a ten year cross-license deal
Patent litigation might be a thing of the past, as Samsung announced today that it signed a patent cross-license agreement with Cisco for the next ten years. The news comes on the heels of other landmark patent deals that have been concluded by major organizations over the last month, starting with a ten-year licensing deal […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Galaxy S5 cases emerge, fingerprint scanner cutout absent
Now that we know that Samsung will indeed launch the Galaxy S5 on February 24th at the Mobile World Congress, it is time to focus our attention on the accessories that will be available with it. Like clockwork, cases for the Galaxy S5 are starting to emerge. UK’s Mobile Fun website lists two cases for […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung and Hyundai to collaborate on automobile technology
Samsung will provide automotive navigation and entertainment systems for Hyundai vehicles as both South Korean manufacturers announced a new venture to bring more technology into Hyundai’s cars. The first product of this collaboration includes a smart keys utility that allows drivers to remotely switch on and turn off their vehicles. Another solution, called “around view”, gives […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Apple and Samsung submit a final list of infringed patents ahead of trial
Samsung might have signed a landmark cross-licensing deal with Google for the next ten years, but it still has to contend with Apple on patent infringement claims. The two organizations drew up a final list of all patents that they allege were infringed upon, with a court trial date set for March 31. The narrowed […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung’s Xi’an semiconductor facility will begin production later this year
Samsung’s Xi’an factory will start production from April this year, with the facility set to become the second semiconductor factory for Samsung. The South Korean manufacturer broke ground on the facility in 2012, and while the plant was functional since late last year, full-scale production hasn’t begun yet. The factory will manufacture memory chips for […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
The Galaxy Note 3 Neo is now available in Indonesia for $555
Samsung officially announced the Galaxy Note 3 Neo last week, and within a day, its pricing details were divulged by a German website. Now another retailer, this time from Indonesia, has listed the Galaxy Note 3 Neo for sale in the country.Indokom has listed the Galaxy Note 3 Neo for $555, which is slightly more […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
