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Samsung Z3 gets a discount in India
Samsung launched the Tizen-powered Z3 in India back in October last year. At launch, the handset was priced at ₹8,490 but it appears that only five months after launch several retailers are selling the handset at a discount. Online price comparison site MySmartPrice lists the Samsung Z3 as available for ₹6,900 from three top online retailers […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
4-21-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge, Galaxy S5 mini, 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 These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs.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
AT&T starts pushing out April security update for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge
AT&T is in the midst of rolling out this month’s security maintenance update to all its carrier-branded variants of the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge. In addition to Google’s patches, the upgrade, which weighs in at approximately 173MB, also transports enhancements for the palm rejection functionality that ships on board the latter handset; meaning […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung sold twice as many smartphones as Apple in Q1, 2016
The Galaxy S7 has been lucky for the global smartphone giant Samsung. It managed to sell more than 10 million Galaxy S7 units last month. Not only did the company receive praise from experts for releasing a refined device, but it also managed to sell twice as many smartphones as Apple in the first quarter of […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung planning to go hyperlocal to boost online sales in India
India is the second biggest smartphone market in the world, and Samsung wants to go big in the country. However, there's a price difference between online and offline retailers which leads to confusion among consumers. Also, offline retailers have started to lose business as they can't offer prices as low as some online retailers like […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung’s latest ads showcase the design and functionality of its Galaxy A (2016) series
Earlier today, Samsung took to its official YouTube channel to share a trio of commercials showcasing the design, camera ability and mobile payment functionality of its latest mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A3 (2016), Galaxy A5 (2016), Galaxy A7 (2016) and Galaxy A9 (2016). https://youtu.be/Hs_56G0CGjs https://youtu.be/St72qtDedpY https://youtu.be/X2meojUo5GQ At present, the Galaxy A (2016) series is only […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung will be making 2nd-generation 10nm chips this year
Samsung has said that later this year it's going to start producing 2nd-generation 10-nanometer chips. The company is said to have met with major chipmakers in Silicon Valley to push its advanced manufacturing and fabrication technologies. It announced plans to deploy new 14-nanometer and 10-nanometer processes. Kelvin Low, senior director at Samsung Semiconductor, said: “We […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Unlocked Galaxy J3 (2016) compatible with T-Mobile and AT&T available on Amazon
Customers in the United States can purchase the Galaxy J3 (2016) through Sprint as well as prepaid carriers Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile. Since all three are CDMA carriers the handset can't be used on GSM networks like AT&T and T-Mobile. Those who would like to use the Galaxy J3 (2016) on GSM networks can […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Gear 360 goes up for pre-order in South Korea
Starting today, residents in South Korea can pre-order Samsung’s first 360-degree camera, the Gear 360. The 15-megapixel pocket-sized unit carries a price tag of ₩399,300 ($350) in the region and is expected to arrive at customers doors before its official release date of April 29. If you choose to pre-order the Gear 360, you'll also […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung looks to sell coated NAND flash memory to Apple
Samsung is already part of Apple's supply chain but it appears that the company wants to do more business with its rival. According to a new report Samsung wants to sell Apple coated NAND flash memory that's protected against electromagnetic interference or EMI. Samsung is said to be working with a company called Protec to […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Galaxy S7 edge Olixar Rugged and Olixar Shield case review
We have been taking a few Galaxy S7 edge cases for a spin, and the latest cases we tested are the Olixar Shield and Olixar Rugged. Both are full-fledged cases that nicely wrap around Samsung's edgy beauty and are stronger than the cases we have reviewed up until now. How do they work in real […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
WhatsApp for Tizen gets voice calling support on the Samsung Z3
The native WhatsApp app for Tizen has been updated today with support for a very important feature: voice calling. WhatsApp has flipped the switch for this feature on the Tizen-powered Samsung Z3 smartphone and this update will soon arrive for the Samsung Z1 as well. Users need to be on software version Z300HODD0BPD4 to use […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Gear S2 Band Adapter goes official, comes in two colors
The Gear S2 Band Adapter leaked in photos late last month and went live on a German retail site just last week, so it was only a matter of time before Samsung made it official. Well, the day has come, as the company has officially announced the release of the Gear S2 Band Adapter for […]
- By Deidre R.
- 8 years ago
Samsung Pay gets support for 20 new banks and credit unions in the US
Samsung has just updated its mobile payment platform with compatibility for 20 new banks and credit unions in the United States. Amongst the newly-supported banks are the Amalgamated Bank of Chicago, Ballston Spa National Bank and First National Bank of Durango. The full list can be seen below: A+ Federal Credit Union Amalgamated Bank of […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and Galaxy J7 (2016) arrive in Europe
Not long ago we confirmed the Galaxy J5 (2016) will be released in several European countries. That device has now surfaced on Samsung's website in France. Furthermore, Samsung Spain takes away all questions regarding a European release for the larger Galaxy J7 (2016), as it has posted the official product page on its website. A few […]
- By Michel G.
- 8 years ago
Samsung Pay partners with the largest POS providers to speed up adoption rate of mobile payments
Samsung has announced that its teamed up with the world’s largest point-of-sale (POS) manufacturers to improve the user experience and adoption rate of its mobile payment platform, Samsung Pay. This partnership should, in theory, result in more customers turning to the contactless payment service to purchase goods on a daily basis as it should be […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung vows to use technology to revolutionize the global fashion industry
The head of Samsung's fashion unit has said that the company is going to use technology to revolutionize the global fashion industry and take the lead in this market. These comments were made at the second annual Conde Nast International Luxury Conference in South Korea by Lee Seo-hyun, the president and CEO of Samsung C&T's […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Galaxy S5 survives the outdoors for seven months
The Galaxy S5 was Samsung's first flagship to feature IP67 dust and water resistance, the handset was capable of taking on the elements as it was completely protected against dust and against up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes. What if the Galaxy S5 was exposed to the elements for far longer, […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Samsung teams up with The Weather Channel to launch exclusive application for Galaxy smartphones
You may recall that Samsung took the wraps off its ‘Made for Samsung’ program at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas back in January. However, chatter has been a little sparse since its unveiling, leading many people to come to the conclusion that the firm had canned the scheme before it even saw the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung announces Pink Gold Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge for Korea, other markets to follow
The Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge are the finest devices on the market, but smartphone color is becoming as big of a deal as the devices themselves. The traditional black and white colors have lost the affection of consumers over the last few years, with many wanting to see more customized color options available […]
- By Deidre R.
- 8 years ago
