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Samsung announces the Galaxy S7 edge Olympic Games Edition
Three months ago, we exclusively reported that Samsung was developing a special edition variant of the Galaxy S7 edge to celebrate it being the worldwide partner for the Rio 2016 Olympics, then two weeks ago serial leaker Evan Blass shared a render of the handset showing it off in all its colorful glory. However, the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Huawei sues Samsung for infringing on another patent
According to a new report published by a Sina News, Huawei Technologies has filed yet another lawsuit against Samsung Electronics. It's believed that the Chinese multinational corporation has collected substantial evidence through the purchase of its competitor's high-end smartphones to prove that the technology used in the handsets infringes its patents, and is demanding the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
7-7-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy J7 (2016), Galaxy A5, and more
Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various regions […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
How to disable the Camera Shutter Sound on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge
We've all been in the awkward situation where we're trying to snap a photograph of our food in a restaurant only to have everyone nearby alerted by the low-pitch noise that chimes when we hit the capture button. Thankfully, Samsung has included an option in the default camera application that ships on board the Galaxy […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Galaxy S7 sales set to earn Samsung the best profit in two years
Samsung has today published its earnings guidance for Q2 of 2016. Before we delve into the details, it's important to bear in mind that these figures are predictions designed to help potential investors, and that the final audited results will not be published until later this month. Now let's move onto the statistics. At first […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung’s working on a 7-inch smartphone called the Galaxy J Max
Ever-reliable tipster Evan Blass has today shone some light on yet another unannounced Samsung smartphone. This time, it appears we're looking at the thirteenth addition to the Galaxy J lineup. However, it doesn't seem to carry the generic number branding that the Galaxy J1, Galaxy J2, Galaxy J3, Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7 do. Instead, it […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung to benefit from rise of DRAM prices in Q3
It’s no secret that the price of DRAM is at the lowest it has been for years, but it looks like that may be about to change. If a new report published by The Korea Herald is anything to go by, market analysts have predicted a surge in production in the DRAM market that will […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung announces the world’s first lineup of UFS-based microSD cards
Samsung has today taken the wraps off the world’s first Universal Flash Storage (UFS)-based microSD cards, which are available in a wide range of storage capacities, including 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB. Not only are these memory cards fantastic for day-to-day use, but they have also been optimized to deliver an excellent user experience when […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung’s latest video showcases the effect a 10-minute charge using its Battery Pack has on the Galaxy S7
If you cast your mind back to last week, you may recall that Samsung took to its YouTube channel to share two videos showcasing the power of its portable charging accessories. Now the manufacturer is back with another short clip, this time highlighting the results a quick 10-minute charge using its Battery Pack has on the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Wallpaper Wednesday: Cities
Welcome to the latest edition of Wallpaper Wednesday. This week we’re focusing our attention on nine gorgeous macro-themed backgrounds. All images are available in a FHD resolution, which is a perfect fit for the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note 5 and other flagships, but they can, of course, be used on different smartphones, too. If any of the following images […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Galaxy Tab S2 becomes the first tablet to achieve USAF flight line certification
Samsung Electronics has revealed that it has stuck a deal with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to supply its latest Android-powered slate, the Galaxy Tab S2, to bases worldwide. This news comes just a couple of days after the Galaxy Tab S2 became the first tablet to achieve Trade Agreements Act (TAA) certification and was […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Verizon rolls out much-needed maintenance update for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge
Verizon Wireless has just started distributing a much-needed maintenance update for its carrier-branded variants of the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. The upgrade has been developed specifically to eliminate a software bug which resulted in a Factory Data Reset (FDR) after multiple consecutive failed attempts to unlock a handset using a fingerprint. Once the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung shines some light on how the Gear Fit 2 has been optimized for fitness tracking
Samsung has already published an interview shining some light on the design and development process behind its second-generation sports band, the Gear Fit 2. However, the manufacturer left many questions unanswered with regards to how the device is more tailored to fitness than other wearables on the market, so the firm has taken to its […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung SM-W2017 clamshell smartphone spotted on Zauba with 4.2-inch display
We exclusively reported last month that Samsung is working on a high-end clamshell smartphone codenamed Veyron. Now, the device has been spotted on the Indian import/export listing site Zauba. According to the listing on Zauba, the China-exclusive SM-W2017 features a 4.2-inch display, which is larger than 3.9-inch displays of its predecessors, the SM-W2016 and the […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Possible Gear VR revamp for Galaxy Note 7 surfaces
With the upcoming Galaxy Note 7 likely equipped with a USB Type-C port, the question of Gear VR compatibility is a very relevant one. A possible answer to that question has just surfaced. Notorious import database Zauba reveals a Gear VR variant carrying model code SM-R323. The relevance of this number quickly becomes clear, taking into account that […]
- By Michel G.
- 8 years ago
Samsung plans to bring QLED displays to TVs, smartphones, and monitors
Samsung applied for QLED TV and Quantum Dot TV trademarks at the US Patent and Trademark Office on June 27, 2016. This is the first time the South Korean TV giant has applied for the trademark of QLED TVs, but that's not the only area where Samsung plans to use QLED technology. According to the […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung details contents of July security patch
Samsung has taken to its official Security Blog to share the contents of this month's maintenance patch. The upgrade, which has already started making its way to the unlocked variant of the Galaxy S6 edge via Smart Switch, is primarily targeted at fixing a critical error that results in the Jack audio service enabling malicious applications […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung launches 44 new TVs in India including SUHD and Joy Beat TVs
Samsung has launched 44 new TV models in India including its high-end SUHD TVs, mid-range Smart TVs, and affordable range of Joy Beat TVs. Prices of these TVs range from as low as INR 28,000 ($415) to as high as INR 2,400,000 ($35,725). The company's SUHD TV lineup with bezel-less curved quantum dot displays and 1000 […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung announces new Level U Pro ANC headset in the United States
Samsung has today unveiled the latest headset in its Level U range of Bluetooth-enabled personal speakers, the Level U Pro ANC. This is the firm's first pair of earphones to feature a powerful Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) system and two-way speakers, which, when combined, provide studio-quality sound. The Level U Pro ANC also supports Ultra […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
AT&T starts rolling out Android Marshmallow to the Galaxy S6 Active
Rejoice, Galaxy S6 Active owners! AT&T has just started rolling out Android Marshmallow to your smartphones. The update also brings Wi-Fi calling to the water-resistant device. The Galaxy S6 Active was released with Android 5.0 and was later updated to Android 5.1 eight months ago. The Android 6.0 update for the Galaxy S6 Active (SM-G890A) has a […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
