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First US unlocked Galaxy Note 8 firmware update released
Merely days after it released its new flagship, Samsung today rolled out the first US unlocked Galaxy Note 8 firmware update. It's a minor update that weighs in at 81.63MB. The changelog doesn't reveal much because this update doesn't bring much to begin with. The first US unlocked Galaxy Note 8 firmware bears version number […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
SamMobile Daily Recap: September 18, 2017 — Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy S9 and more!
We publish a lot of stories on a daily basis. Unfortunately, the majority of news breaks during our European hours of operation, which makes it difficult for our readers in the US (and other regions) to keep up. However, we think we’ve come up with a fantastic solution — a daily recap. Here’s what we published today. Deals […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Accessing notifications on the Galaxy Note 8 and Galaxy S8 is now easier
Samsung removed the home, back and recent apps buttons from the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8. It added support for new gestures to make up for that. For example, you can swipe up and down anywhere on the home screen to launch the app drawer. Samsung could have offered a simple gesture to access […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Firmware Update Magazine: September 18, 2017
Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly Firmware Magazine. You can think of it as your go-to resource to find out which of your Samsung devices has received a new update or if it’s going to receive a new firmware update in the near future. To keep things interesting, we present the Firmware Magazine in […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
You can now use 2D apps in VR, thanks to PhoneCast VR’s new update
PhoneCast VR is an app was released two months ago for the Gear VR. It makes various third-party video streaming and video player apps compatible with Samsung's virtual reality headset, allowing users to watch videos on a 200-inch virtual screen. Now, a new version of the PhoneCast VR has been released, which makes it compatible with […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 7 years ago
Galaxy J5 (2016), Galaxy Tab A 8.0 and Galaxy Tab A 9.7 spotted running Android 7.1.1 Nougat
The Galaxy J5 (2016), Galaxy Tab A 8.0 and Galaxy Tab A 9.7 have been spotted on both Geekbench and GFXBench's online database running Android 7.1.1, which has (almost) led us to believe that Samsung is in the final stages of testing the much-anticipated Nougat update for the devices. Truth be told, we're feeling a […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S9 could sport an in-house camera sensor that’s capable of shooting at 1,000 fps
Samsung is working on a camera sensor that's capable of shooting at one-thousand frames per second (fps) to rival the one on board the Sony Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Premium, according to a new report published by ETNews. The sensor is expected to enter mass production in November, leaving plenty of time for it […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung’s teamed up with Lego to release a Ninjago Movie Edition of the Galaxy Kids Tab
Samsung has teamed up with Lego to release a ruggedized Galaxy Kids Tab. The slate, which is aimed at infants, comes complete with branding from the entertainment giant's latest animated movie, Ninjago, as well as Samsung's Kids Suite. Under the hood, the Galaxy Kids Tab 7.0 Lego Ninjago Movie Edition (try saying that after a […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Best Galaxy Note 8 cases that don’t break the bank
You may be searching for the best Galaxy Note 8 cases now that Samsung has released the handset. Here's a list of five such cases that have their own unique aspects. The most important detail here is that they don't break the bank. So if you want to buy any one of these best Galaxy […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
You can now meet 17th century artist Rembrandt in virtual reality
Samsung has been consistently releasing a lot of virtual reality apps, games, and videos for the Gear VR. Now, a new app by virtual reality studio Force Field has been released for the VR headset which lets users meet Rembrandt, a 17th century Dutch artist. The Meeting Rembrandt app takes you back to 17th century […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 7 years ago
Android 7.0 Nougat update released for the Galaxy On Nxt in India
Samsung has started distributing the Android 7.0 update for the Galaxy On Nxt in India. The upgrade bundles all of the exciting new features you'd expect to find baked into Nougat, as well as the firm's coveted Dual Messenger feature, which debuted on the Galaxy A (2017) and Galaxy J (2017) series earlier this year. […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Buy unlocked dual-SIM Galaxy Note 8 in US via eBay
Samsung usually releases dual-SIM variants of its flagship smartphones and that's true for the Galaxy Note 8 as well. The company started taking pre-orders for the unlocked dual-SIM Galaxy Note 8 in markets across Europe last month. It hasn't started doing that officially in the United States. However, customers in the US can now buy […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
![[Update] Samsung finally lets us disable the Bixby button](https://www.sammobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/bixby-button-3-226x127.jpg)
[Update] Samsung finally lets us disable the Bixby button
The dedicated Bixby button on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ didn't really serve any meaningful purpose until last month when Bixby Voice was rolled out globally. Before the global release of Bixby Voice, the dedicated button could only be used for Bixby Home. Most users didn't feel the need for Bixby Home to have […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung shares its vision for the smart home of the future
Samsung is already one of the biggest vendors of home appliances in the world. It's going to leverage that position and establish itself as a serious player in the smart home market. Samsung has been focusing on the Internet of Things quite a lot over the past few years. It's now sharing its vision for […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung teams up with WeChat Pay for the Galaxy Note 8 in China
Samsung's smartphone division hasn't been performing very well in China. The company has been reduced to a single-digit market share in one of the most lucrative smartphone markets. Samsung is hoping for a surge in market share with the Galaxy Note 8. It's now relying on local partnerships to help push the new flagship device. […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung’s new Galaxy Note 8 ad is about falling in love
Samsung has always positioned the Galaxy Note 8 as a productivity behemoth. It's not difficult to see why. The handset has a large display with specific software features aimed at enhancing productivity. It comes with the S Pen stylus which aids in productivity as well. However, Samsung's latest ad for the Galaxy Note 8 is […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
![[APK] Samsung adds support for Galaxy S7 and S7 edge in latest version of Game Live](https://www.sammobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Samsung-Game-Live-226x127.jpg)
[APK] Samsung adds support for Galaxy S7 and S7 edge in latest version of Game Live
Two months ago, Samsung had released the Game Live app that lets users live broadcast their mobile gameplay on social media websites such as Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube. The company then released the app on the Play Store after one month. However, it was only compatible with the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+. Now, a […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 7 years ago
SamMobile Daily Recap: September 15, 2017 — Galaxy Note 8, Gear Fit2 Pro and more!
We publish a lot of stories on a daily basis. Unfortunately, the majority of news breaks during our European hours of operation, which makes it difficult for our readers in the US (and other regions) to keep up. However, we think we’ve come up with a fantastic solution — a daily recap. Here’s what we covered today. Bixby […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
![[APK] Gear application updated with support for the Gear Fit2 Pro and Gear Sport](https://www.sammobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/gear-sport-gear-fit2-pro-hands-on-48-226x127.jpg)
[APK] Gear application updated with support for the Gear Fit2 Pro and Gear Sport
Samsung has released an update for its Gear application on the Galaxy Apps Store. The upgrade bundles support for the recently-announced Gear Fit2 Pro and Gear Sport, as well as a handful of user interface improvements. Here's the full changelog: Gear Sport supported. Gear Fit2 Pro supported. Initial Connection Screen improved. News & Tips card […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S8 shows up on Geekbench running Android 8.0
It has been close to a month since Google released the final version of Android 8.0, and we had reported earlier this month that Samsung has started the development of Android 8.0 for its flagship smartphones: Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+. Now, the Galaxy S8 has been spotted on Geekbench running Android 8.0. As spotted […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 7 years ago
