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Samsung details accessibility features on the Galaxy S5
The Galaxy S5 not only has new hardware like a finger scanner and a heart rate sensor, but also comes with better accessibility features. Samsung has finally decided to reduce the amount of bloatware on its premium handsets with the Galaxy S5, and has instead focused on offering utilities that are of value to users […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
A slew of unannounced devices head to India for testing, Galaxy S5 2K variant among them
Indian import and export database Zauba has listed over ten unannounced handsets that have made their way into the country for testing. The list of devices includes the oft-rumored Galaxy S5 with a 2K screen (SM-G906S and SM-G906K). The SM-G906S model number is for SK Telecom’s version of the handset, and the SM-G906K is for […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung working on a multi-finger authentication system for its e-wallet service
Samsung may launch its own e-wallet service with a multi-finger authentication system in the not-too-distant future. A patent filed at the United States Patent and Trademark Office revealed a new system that allows for multiple layers of security while using the fingerprint scanner as a medium of authentication. Earlier this week, it was found that […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung and Amazon launch a custom Kindle e-book store for Galaxy devices
Samsung announced that it is collaborating with Amazon in launching a customized Kindle e-book store that will be exclusive to the Galaxy range of mobile devices and tablets. The service is debuting on the Galaxy S5 and is available on all Galaxy devices that run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and above globally. Amazon’s Kindle […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Next Galaxy Note to feature a new form factor
In a wide-ranging interview with Reuters, Samsung’s senior VP for product strategy Yoon Han-kil mentioned that the manufacturer was working on a new Tizen handset that will launch later this quarter. In addition, he also mentioned that a smartwatch running Android Wear was in the works, and that it would be available sometime later this […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Could the Galaxy S Fitness be Samsung’s Android Wear smartwatch?
In an interview with Reuters, Samsung’s senior VP for product strategy Yoon Han-kil stated that the manufacturer intends to launch a smartwatch that runs Google’s Android Wear OS sometime this year. Yoon also stated that in addition to the smartwatch, Samsung would launch a high-end Tizen smartphone. Android Wear would be the fourth different operating […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Ting is offering the Galaxy S5 for $597
The Galaxy S5 is available at all major carriers around the world, but an unlocked version will set you back at least $699. However, prepaid carrier Ting is offering the Galaxy S5 for just $597. Ting is a MVNO that utilises Sprint’s bandwidth. The carrier offers affordable plans for users that do not require too […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung announces list of devices the Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo and Gear Fit are compatible with
Samsung announced a comprehensive list of devices the Gear 2, gear 2 Neo and Gear Fit are compatible with. One of the major drawbacks with last year’s Galaxy Gear was that the smartwatch only worked with the Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition, thereby limiting its customer base. This time around, Samsung […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Galaxy S5’s fingerprint scanner can be easily hacked
Just three days after the launch of the Galaxy S5, it has been discovered the device’s fingerprint scanner suffers from the same issues that have plagued earlier implementations by Apple and others. A security research firm from Germany called SRLabs has successfully hacked the fingerprint sensor on the Galaxy S5 using a similar method that […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung SDI launches a curved battery for wearable devices
Samsung SDI announced a 210 mAh curved battery that is designed to be used in wearable devices. Samsung is said to be focusing its energies on the wearable segment this year, and will launch more products in this segment. The manufacturer has already trademarked the Gear Solo and Gear Now names in the US last […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung trademarks Galaxy V:, Galaxy Adore and Galaxy S Fitness in the US
Last week, it was discovered that Samsung has trademarked the Gear Solo and the Gear Now names in the US. The Gear Solo will be a version of the Gear 2 smartwatch that comes with a SIM card slot. There is no indication as to what the Gear Now will be, although from its name, […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung denies copying iPhone features, claims branding was key to success
The latest instalment in the Apple Samsung trial sees the South Korean manufacturer stating that it did not copy any iPhone features, and that its marketing efforts were what led to the success of the Galaxy series of handsets. Samsung America's marketing chief Todd Pendleton took to the witness stand to state that branding was […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Amazon is offering Verizon’s Galaxy S5 for $99 on two-year contract
The Galaxy S5 is now available at all major carriers, but if you have decided to wait a while before getting the handset, you’re in luck. Amazon is offering Verizon’s variant of the Galaxy S5 for just $99, which is a $100 discount on a device that launched just a week ago. Verizon’s own website […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Samsung has to look beyond smartphones for growth
Samsung may have to find an alternate growth area to counter slow sales of its smartphones. Although the Galaxy S5 got off to a great start by selling 30 percent more than the Galaxy S4, analysts estimate that the device would not be able to match overall sales of the Galaxy S4. The handset manufacturer […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
Galaxy S5 Zoom will be called the Galaxy K, official announcement on April 29
It was indicated earlier this month that Samsung’s camera-centric model would be called the Galaxy K. It looks like those rumors were spot on as Samsung sent out invites to the media for an event on April 29 with the title “Kapture the moment.” The usage of the word “k” is a definitive giveaway that […]
- By Harish J.
- 10 years ago
