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AT&T sending out May security patch for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge
AT&T has started sending out an update containing the May security patch for the Galaxy S7 and the S7 edge. Although we're already 12 days into May, it's good to see that the carrier hasn't forgotten to issue the patch, even though it is yet to officially detail the new update on its website. It seems […]
- By Valerie R.
- 8 years ago
Hardware and pricing of the Galaxy C5 and C7 revealed
The Galaxy C5 and the Galaxy C7 are gearing up for a release as we all know. It has already been ascertained that China will be the first to get them. Images of the Galaxy C5 have given us a very good idea of what to expect. Chinese site myDrivers has now accessed more details on […]
- By Valerie R.
- 8 years ago
5-12-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy Tab E, Galaxy Grand Prime, Galaxy Note PRO, 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 These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs.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
Samsung begins Galaxy Note 6 firmware development
Only a few hours ago we heard that the Galaxy Note 6 could be made official in mid-August, and we have now heard from our sources that Samsung has started development on the software of its next phablet flagship. The build number for the initial firmware is N930FXXU0APE1, which is likely to change with the retail […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
Themes Thursday: Some excellent themes released this week
We're back with Themes Thursday! Samsung has released 88 themes for compatible Galaxy smartphones, and some of them are really good. The Phix Theme is one of the best themes this week. It has a clean look, thanks to well-designed icons (which can be purchased separately from the Play Store), a minimalistic wallpaper, and good color combination. […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
How to use Screen off memo on your Marshmallow-running Galaxy Note 4
Now that the long-awaited Android Marshmallow update is rolling out to Galaxy Note 4 devices all over the world, it's time to take a look at the one feature that makes this update worth the wait: Screen off memo. Previously, Screen off memo was only available to Galaxy Note 5 users, or to Note 4 users […]
- By Michel G.
- 8 years ago
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[Poll Results!] Do you use the rotating bezel on your Gear S2?
The Gear S2 is one of the best devices Samsung has ever launched. Not just because it's just a great smartwatch, but also because it's a device that Samsung took the time to perfect instead of rushing it out the door as it usually does with most of its mobile products. It has a great design, […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
Samsung’s new Ultra Black technology will improve picture quality in bright conditions
It's a well-known fact that most people watch TV with a light on and not in a pitch-dark environment as intended, but what they may not be aware is that doing so actually hinders picture quality as both excess artificial and natural lighting creates a glare on the display which leads to discoloration and oversaturation. […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Oculus brings virtual reality documentary Nomad to the Gear VR
Samsung and Oculus are working together to bring more virtual reality content for Gear VR owners. Hitman Go was announced for the Gear VR yesterday, and now Nomads, a virtual reality documentary, is available to be viewed on Samsung's virtual reality headset. Nomads, which is created by Montreal-based VR studio Felix & Paul, takes viewers through lives of […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
One million people used the Gear VR last month: Oculus
Virtual reality is beginning to pick up steam slowly. Samsung's partnership with Oculus, which is one of the bigger players in the industry, for the Gear VR is already bearing fruit. Head of mobile at Oculus, Max Cohen, has now mentioned that the Gear VR was used by about one million people last month. He […]
- By Valerie R.
- 8 years ago
U.S. launch of the Galaxy Note 6 scheduled for mid-August: Leak
Renowned leakster @evleaks a.k.a Evan Blass has stumbled across some interesting information pertaining to the upcoming Galaxy Note 6. He claims that the handset has been scheduled for a release in the U.S. on the 15th of August 2016. His tweet reads “week of August 15th”, which suggests that the date might shift around a […]
- By Valerie R.
- 8 years ago
Hitman Go is coming to the Samsung Gear VR
Samsung and Oculus have been successful in creating developer interest to make apps and games for the Gear VR. Now, Hitman Go, a turn-based strategy game that is based on the famous Hitman franchise, will be launched for the Gear VR as well as the Oculus Rift tomorrow. There will be two versions of Hitman Go for […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
The Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge were an instant hit with customers in the US
Latest data from Kantar Worldpanel shows that the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge became an instant hit with customers in the United States as the handsets captured 5.8 percent of the US smartphone market combined in Q1 2016. Even though it was only available for the last few weeks of Q1 2016, the […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Wallpaper Wednesday: Minimal
Welcome to the latest edition of Wallpaper Wednesday. This week we’re focusing our attention on ten minimal backgrounds. All images are available in a QHD 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 float your […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Update to Samsung Music app brings support for edge controls
After listing its beta music player app on the Play Store and making it compatible with the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy Note 5, Samsung has now released another update to the app with new features and minor bug fixes. The Samsung Music app is now compatible with three more Galaxy devices: the Galaxy J3, Galaxy J5, […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
How to set up Night Clock on the Galaxy S7 edge
Just like the Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6 edge+, Samsung’s latest curved smartphone, the Galaxy S7 edge, ships with a nifty integrated Night Clock feature. For those unaware of this functionality, it’s a subtle software tweak that takes advantage of the handset’s super-dark AMOLED screen in order to exhibit a dimly illuminated clock on the edge display during a specific […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
5-11-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S7, Galaxy S5 mini, Galaxy Note 4, 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
Samsung reaches peak over-innovation with the Galaxy Surfboard
Companies we love often come up with wacky ideas that they push out under the garb of innovation and normally we play along, but sometimes they come out with an idea that makes us think whether the companies are just over-innovating, and seeing Samsung's Galaxy Surfboard is going to make think along the same lines. Samsung […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Samsung Galaxy TabPro S 4G launched in Australia
The Galaxy TabPro S was unveiled back in January by Samsung to a mostly positive response. This was touted as a competitor to the Apple iPad Pro as well as the Microsoft Surface Pro 4. Well, the 4G LTE version of this 12-inch Windows-running tablet is now available for purchase in Australia via leading retailers. It […]
- By Valerie R.
- 8 years ago
Samsung could launch the Gear Fit 2 in South Korea as early as next month
According to a new report published by Pulse News, Samsung is preparing to launch the much-rumored Gear Fit 2 in South Korea next month. The device is expected to be the first fitness tracker on the market to pack a Bio-Processor, which will provide users with a wider range of health-based statistics, including a bioelectrical […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
