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TouchWiz on the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge now come without GS3 Nature UX
Samsung brought a new theme to the Galaxy S3 in 2012. Dubbed “Nature UX,” the theme intended to bring the sounds of nature (such as water ripples and whistle sounds) into Samsung’s Galaxy S line – adding a little flavor to the company’s UI. A lot has happened since 2012, including the fact that Samsung’s […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Samsung’s round smartwatch: new details surface
Samsung has created a buzz in the smartwatch industry. It introduced the Galaxy Gear back in September 2013 for the Galaxy Note 3 and has then gone on to produce three smartwatches – the Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo, and Gear S – as well as a smart fitness band dubbed the Gear Fit (no, the […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge are now certified in China
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will arrive on the market in a little less than a month from now, and it seems as though Samsung’s wasting no time with registering its two new high-end flagships. Both devices, using the model numbers SM-G9208 and SM-G9209, are dual-SIM variants for China consumers. The China Galaxy […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Unlocked Galaxy S4 gets Lollipop update in France
Samsung’s been busy these days with not only new phone announcements but also the rollout of Google’s latest OS update, Android 5.0 Lollipop. Android manufacturers compete with one another to see who’ll roll out Google’s latest the fastest, and, in the past, Samsung’s rollout hasn’t satisfied a number of consumers. Well, Android 5.0 has changed […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Pebble says that Samsung and Apple “overthink” the smartwatch concept
In techland, you can always tell when companies are in competition with each other. US carriers T-Mobile and AT&T have had their smearing campaigns, and even HTC decided recently to criticize an Android manufacturer while applauding its largest rival. Some would say that statements like these are nothing more than an attempt to throw metaphorical […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Galaxy S6 production increases, estimates at 46 million for 2015
If you ever wondered whether or not Samsung could climb out of the rut it faced in 2014, wonder no more. A new report from site G for Games says that Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and S6 edge production will increase between March and April from 12 million (the original estimate) to 13 million. An increase […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S6 Active to feature a 5.5-inch screen, test units suggest
Samsung’s release of the Galaxy S5 and the Galaxy S5 Active last year left tech analysts and fans confused. Both devices were water-resistant, with the Galaxy S5 Active being more resistant when compared to the Galaxy S5. Many asked the question, “Why release two water-resistant devices?” Upon Samsung’s recent announcement of the Galaxy S6 and […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Calendar and clock icons highlight new TouchWiz
Samsung’s made some changes to TouchWiz in its new devices, one being the removal of a lot of Samsung apps that, in the past, were pre-loaded onto all of the company’s Galaxy smartphones. Tech analysts, critics, and consumers rallied for TouchWiz’s makeover – and here we are. Tech site Phandroid has uncovered two subtle transformations […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
DisplayMate crowns the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge as “best mobile displays ever tested”
Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and S6 edge have made headlines ever since their unveiling at MWC 2015. Both devices are made of tough metal casing and Gorilla Glass 4, and are even faster than their predecessors. At the same time, there’s more to a smartphone than just its looks or speed. The visual experience of the display […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
One year old, Milk Music now features a Web streaming player
Samsung’s Milk Music Internet radio service has been a pleasant, aesthetic experience from its inception. The nice edge-to-edge album covers, the way album covers fade into the background ever so slightly when accessing a side tab of your listening history and service settings, and the vibrant colors of the Milk Music service that are highlighted […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Samsung charges no fees for Samsung Pay, one-ups mobile payment competitor Apple
Samsung announced at its recent Galaxy S6 and S6 edge announcement at MWC 2015 that its mobile payment solution, called Samsung Pay, would utilize both NFC (near-field communication) and magnetic secure transmission (or MST). MST technology allows merchants to process mobile payments with traditional credit card readers. While Apple Pay utilizes NFC only, Samsung Pay would […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Otterbox announces Galaxy S6 cases and screen protectors
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are two of the most beautiful smartphones on the market, sure to command respect for not only Samsung but also those who own them. There are a number of smartphone owners who like to carry their smartphones “naked,” but you may not want to create your own torture […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Galaxy S6 devices to come preloaded with mobile antivirus program
Hackers are on the rise, and thus, so are hacker attacks. “Celebgate” (iOS), “The Snappening” (Snapchat), and other targeted attacks on apps, websites, and business data systems worldwide remind us that behind the display of the electronic world lies “terrorists” who will do anything to undermine our sense of security. Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and Galaxy […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Galaxy S6 memory benchmarks provide no equal for Samsung
With all the discussion surrounding Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and S6 edge design and TouchWiz de-bloating, it’d be easy to believe that Samsung’s latest is simply catching up to the level of other Android OEMs. While Samsung’s design may have been a little behind the times in the eyes of some Android consumers, Samsung’s latest has […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge intrigue critics, upset fans
Samsung’s new Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge have won the hearts of some critics in the industry, with one reputable site hailing Samsung’s new Galaxy S6 edge as “stunning” while noting that Samsung has stolen the design crown from HTC in 2015. Other critics are hopeful about the new look, but aren’t excited enough […]
- By Deidre R.
- 9 years ago
