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Latest Galaxy Watch Active 2 update fixes screen flickering bug

Latest Galaxy Watch Active 2 update fixes screen flickering bug

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is getting a new software update carrying the build number R820XXU1BSJ6. It fixes a screen flickering bug that can occur when users return to the Watch Always On mode. We haven't run into this issue ourselves, so it's probably not too widespread, but if you have experienced this problem with […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 5 years ago
Samsung releases October security patch for the Galaxy A2, M10, A6+ and J7 (2018)

Samsung releases October security patch for the Galaxy A2, M10, A6+ and J7 (2018)

Samsung has released the October 2019 security patch for the Galaxy A2 Core, M10, A6+, and J7 (2018). These devices have started receiving the said update in the last couple of days in select markets. It’s heartening to see the Korean tech giant bring the latest security patch to these mostly old and low-cost models. […]

  • By Naresh
  • 5 years ago
[Updated] Android 10 for the Galaxy S8 spotted on Geekbench, but hold your horses

[Updated] Android 10 for the Galaxy S8 spotted on Geekbench, but hold your horses

Update: It turns out that the Android 10 listing for the Galaxy S8 came from a device running the LineageOS custom ROM, as confirmed to us by the developer of LineageOS. Yes, this was a false alarm, as we had suggested. Original story follows There are definitely a lot of people out there who would […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 5 years ago
US unlocked Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note 8 receive October 2019 security patch

US unlocked Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note 8 receive October 2019 security patch

The unlocked Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, and Galaxy Note 8 are now receiving a new software update in the United States featuring the  October 2019 security patch. The changelog doesn't mention any additional features and/or changes. The latest software packages for the unlocked Galaxy S8, S8+, and Galaxy Note 8 are identified by build numbers G950U1UES6DSJ1, […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 5 years ago
One UI 2.0 feature focus: Set stricter Wireless PowerShare battery limit

One UI 2.0 feature focus: Set stricter Wireless PowerShare battery limit

Reverse wireless charging may not be a feature everyone uses, but it can be very handy when you want to charge other mobile devices with your smartphone. With Wireless PowerShare on the Galaxy S10 or Galaxy Note 10, you can charge your wearables, like your Galaxy/Gear smartwatch or the Galaxy Buds, overnight using your phone. […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 5 years ago
Daily Deal: 61% off USB C Hub, Ethernet Port, 4K HDMI, USB 3.0 and SD Card Reader

Daily Deal: 61% off USB C Hub, Ethernet Port, 4K HDMI, USB 3.0 and SD Card Reader

Laptops have become decent desktop replacements. They seem to have grown in popularity over the years, mainly thanks to their portability and convenience. Nevertheless, hooking up an external monitor and other peripherals to a laptop can get quite messy as the issue of cable management arises. Thankfully, there are solutions to this problem, such as […]

  • By SM Picks
  • 5 years ago
Galaxy Tab S6 and Galaxy Watch Active 2 now available from T-Mobile

Galaxy Tab S6 and Galaxy Watch Active 2 now available from T-Mobile

The Galaxy Tab S6 and the Galaxy Watch Active 2 may be the latest products in Samsung's tablet and smartwatch lineups, but they were announced nearly three months back and have been available for purchase in markets around the world for some time. North American carrier T-Mobile seemed to have forgotten all about the two […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 5 years ago
Galaxy A80 gets a price cut in India barely three months after its launch

Galaxy A80 gets a price cut in India barely three months after its launch

Samsung has slashed the price of the Galaxy A80 in India to Rs. 39,990 (~$563) in time for the festive season. The premium midranger went on sale in the country on August 1 with a price tag of Rs. 47,990 (~$675), placing it well above the flagships from OnePlus, Asus, and others at the time […]

  • By Naresh
  • 5 years ago
Second Android 10 One UI 2.0 beta for the Galaxy S10 is coming soon

Second Android 10 One UI 2.0 beta for the Galaxy S10 is coming soon

Samsung has just dropped a hint through one of its app updates that the second Android 10-based One UI 2.0 beta for the Galaxy S10 could start rolling out soon. The changelog for an update to the Samsung Video Library app on the Galaxy Store mentions only one thing: Support S10 Q OS 2nd Beta […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 5 years ago
Galaxy Note 10 One UI 2.0 beta program announced in the US and Germany

Galaxy Note 10 One UI 2.0 beta program announced in the US and Germany

Update: The One UI 2.0 beta has also been announced for Germany. Samsung US has confirmed that the Galaxy Note 10 Android 10 One UI 2.0 beta program is coming soon. Yesterday, Samsung Korea made the same announcement, and if the company's customer care representatives are to be believed, the beta should arrive tomorrow, October […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 5 years ago
[Updated] Samsung Internet v11 arrives with Chromium 75 and minor UI changes

[Updated] Samsung Internet v11 arrives with Chromium 75 and minor UI changes

Update: Samsung Internet version 11 is not official for Galaxy devices running Android Pie. It is a beta version for Android 10 that Samsung is currently testing and is available via the Galaxy Store on a Galaxy S10 running the Android 10 One UI 2.0 beta. For devices running Android Pie, downloading and installing the […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 5 years ago
Samsung is teasing a new Exynos launch, could happen tomorrow

Samsung is teasing a new Exynos launch, could happen tomorrow

Samsung has sent out a teaser for a new Exynos launch and there's a reason to believe that it could take place tomorrow. The teaser was posted on Twitter through the official account for Samsung Exynos. The teaser itself doesn't provide many details of exactly what it is that the company is going to announce. […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 5 years ago
Galaxy Watch Active 2 LTE and UAE launch in Korea this week

Galaxy Watch Active 2 LTE and UAE launch in Korea this week

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 LTE and Under Armour Edition are nearing their South Korean market release, as Samsung just announced that they will be joining the Wi-Fi-only version on store shelves on October 23 and October 25, respectively. The company intends to make this release a bit more exciting by gifting customers discount coupons for […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 5 years ago
You’ll need Android 10 on your Galaxy device for Gmail’s dark mode

You’ll need Android 10 on your Galaxy device for Gmail’s dark mode

It came as a pleasant surprise when dark mode for the Google Play Store started working for owners of Galaxy devices on Android Pie even though dark mode for Google apps is supposed to work only on Android 10. Later, Instagram also updated its app with a dark mode for Android 10 that works on […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 5 years ago
T-Mobile Galaxy Tab S4 gets Bixby Voice and Call & Message Continuity

T-Mobile Galaxy Tab S4 gets Bixby Voice and Call & Message Continuity

The Galaxy Tab S4 offered in the US by T-Mobile is finally getting one of the features that were promised at launch, namely Bixby Voice. The software package also introduces Call & Message Continuity support and includes the August 2019 security patch. Bixby Voice and Call & Message Continuity rolled out on the unlocked Galaxy […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 5 years ago
A few banks take measures in light of Galaxy S10 fingerprint sensor flaw

A few banks take measures in light of Galaxy S10 fingerprint sensor flaw

A few banking institutions in the UK have decided to temporarily disable support for Galaxy S10 and Note 10 devices in light of the biometric security issues that came to light last week. The issue involves the in-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor employed by both flagship series and some third-party silicone cases that can allow unauthorized […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 5 years ago
Samsung offers a sneak-peek into its SDC 2019 sessions

Samsung offers a sneak-peek into its SDC 2019 sessions

Samsung will be hosting its sixth annual Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) in San Jose, California, from October 29-30. With only a few days left for the event, the company has published a preview of the important sessions that will be held during the two-day conference. This year’s emphasis will be on AI, Bixby, 5G, security, […]

  • By Naresh
  • 5 years ago
Samsung patent reveals full-blown, recent AR headset design

Samsung patent reveals full-blown, recent AR headset design

A relatively fresh design patent application reveals a full-blown render of an AR headset from Samsung. The Korean company seems poised to keep up with some of the other (future) players in the augmented reality space. Samsung AR headset Rumors about Samsung working on its own AR headset date back years. In the meantime, the […]

  • By Michel G.
  • 5 years ago
Samsung to increase OLED supply for Apple’s newest iPhone

Samsung to increase OLED supply for Apple’s newest iPhone

Once again, Samsung is the main supplier of OLED panels for Apple's iPhone. The Cupertino-based company recently launched its new iPhones and is now working hard to sell as many units as possible. It appears that there's stiff demand for the new devices as Samsung is reportedly going to increase OLED supply for the newest […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 5 years ago
Daily Deal: 43% off the Samsung Gear Sport smartwatch

Daily Deal: 43% off the Samsung Gear Sport smartwatch

The Galaxy Gear Sport is two years old at this point but it's still a smartwatch you can wear with pride. It offers excellent battery life, which is an achievement considering it also has a beautiful display and a boatload of fitness tracking capabilities. And, unlike the latest two fitness-oriented Samsung smartwatches, the Gear Sport […]

  • By SM Picks
  • 5 years ago