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Samsung downgrades Galaxy A5 (2016) update policy, which is a good thing
Samsung has ‘downgraded' its upgrade policy for the Galaxy A5 from 2016. The phone will now get quarterly security updates instead of monthly patches. This may not sound like much, but it could spell very good news for years and devices to come. Galaxy A5 2016 is old, but should still get regular updates Just […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
First Galaxy A10 specifications surface in benchmark
One of the few remaining devices in Samsung's Galaxy A-series for 2019 that had none of its specs leaked is the Galaxy A10. That is, until now, as this phone with model code SM-A105F has now been spotted in a benchmark. Galaxy A10 specs in Geekbench Since the naming scheme of Samsung's next-generation A-series became […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung trademarks Neuro Game Booster: more AI optimized gaming incoming
A trademark application filed in the European Union suggests Samsung is planning further AI-based optimization of games on, possibly, the Galaxy S10 and other devices. Samsung Neuro Game Booster When Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 9, it added several AI-based features, such as game optimization. With the arrival of the next generation hardware, the company […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung Galaxy A40 specs and release markets surface
Samsung's previously rumored Galaxy A40 has made an appearance in a benchmark test, providing the first glance at its specifications. Furthermore, some details about where the phone will be released have also surfaced. Galaxy A40 specifications As is so often the case, it is benchmark test Geekbench that spills the beans on a new Samsung […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Galaxy S10 Lite surfaces in benchmark with 6GB RAM, unoptimized software
We knew it would be a matter of time before the first public benchmark listing would shine a light on some of the specs of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S10 line-up. It is the Galaxy S10 Lite that is the first to leave its traces in Geekbench. Galaxy S10 Lite specs confirmed In the database of […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung trademarks possible Galaxy S10 camera feature: Artistic Live Focus
Samsung has filed a trademark application for a new camera feature named Artistic Live Focus. Chances are, we will see this feature arrive in the upcoming Galaxy S10 and its different variants. Galaxy S10 camera: Artistic Live Focus Samsung is keeping its IP lawyers very busy these days. Recently we saw all kinds of new […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung files AR World and other trademarks
Samsung has filed for protection of three new AR-related trademarks in the European Union, reminding us of the company's augmented reality plans. Samsung AR World In the past years, it seemed Samsung's augmented reality plans were usually bigger than their actual AR products. In between their Odyssey mixed reality headset and the Galaxy S9's AR […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Trademarks reveal Samsung’s cryptocurrency plans for its Galaxy devices
In the European Union, Samsung has filed three trademark applications revealing plans for blockchain and cryptocurrency software for its phones. The terms Blockchain KeyStore, Blockchain key box and Blockchain Core leave little to the imagination. Samsung blockchain trademarks surface Over at the European Union Intellectual Property Office, three notable trademark applications have surfaced that reveal […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung trademarks possible new phone naming scheme: Rize10, 20 and 30
Last week, Samsung filed trademark applications in several countries for a possible new Galaxy Rize phone lineup. So, what are the Rize10, Rize20 and Rize30? Possible Galaxy Rize series incoming In, amongst other jurisdictions, the UK, Samsung filed paperwork for trademarks Rize10 (PDF), Rize20 (PDF) and Rize30 (PDF). The documents leave little doubt as to […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
FCC documentation confirms Infinity-O display for the Galaxy A8s
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy A8s in China in early 2019. The phone's rumored Infinity-O display seems to be confirmed by an FCC listing for the device. Also visible is Samsung's new 19.5:9 screen aspect ratio. Galaxy A8s visits the FCC Today, the FCC published its documentation on Samsung's upcoming SM-G8870 or the […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung makes old-school speed hack official with Android Pie and One UI
Samsung has turned an old-school trick to make your device feel faster into an official feature in Android Pie with the new One UI. Turning off animations in the user interface no longer requires activating developer options. New Galaxy S9 Android Pie feature: Turn off animations Back in the day, many Android users would make […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung patent shows more pressure sensitive navigation: Squeezing, new keys
A patent application published today shows Samsung may have more aces up its sleeve regarding a phone UX with a pressure sensitive display. We see new virtual keys, and the possibility to squeeze your Galaxy. Samsung patent: squeeze and press more Back in April 2017, Samsung filed a patent application in South Korea, titled Electronic Device […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
Samsung patent possibly shows optical fingerprint sensor for the Galaxy S10
A patent application from Samsung shows us how an optical fingerprint scanner might be placed under the Galaxy S10 display. Though this is not the first time we see a similar patent, it is the most advanced implementation so far. Patent: Optical fingerprint sensor under the display Rumors about Samsung flagship phones having an FOD […]
- By Michel G.
- 6 years ago
These Galaxy devices will be updated to Android 8.0 Oreo (updated: May 9)
Not many topics keep Android users on their toes as much as big, feature-rich updates. And with the Android 8.0 Oreo update on the horizon, we are once more bombarded with questions. Will the Galaxy S8 get that update? When can I update my Galaxy S7? How about my Galaxy S6? Here we share what […]
- By Michel G.
- 7 years ago
Leaked video allegedly shows the Galaxy S9 in action
Well, there we have it: an actual video showing Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S9. Or at least, a device that could be the S9. Needless to say, you should consume with a grain of salt, or two. So, what do we see, then? Leaked Galaxy S9 video From deep within the Chinese interwebs comes a short […]
- By Michel G.
- 7 years ago
