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Galaxy S9 screen protectors validate design similarities with the Galaxy S8
When rumors about the Galaxy S9 first started coming in last year it was claimed that the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ would have notably reduced bezels compared to their predecessors. That would have meant that Samsung would further improve the screen-to-body ratio and push the envelope on the look of a bezel-less display. However, […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Galaxy On Nxt with 16GB storage goes on sale in India
Samsung has launched a new 16GB variant of the Galaxy On Nxt smartphone in India. The new storage variant is available for immediate purchase in Black and Gold color options exclusively on Flipkart. A quick glance at the specification sheet shows that Samsung has simply rebranded the Galaxy J7 Prime as the Galaxy On Nxt […]
- By Naresh
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S6 edge+ December security patch rolling out now
Samsung may have detailed the January 2018 security patch today but that doesn't mean it's done rolling out the December 2017 patch to supported devices. It has now released the December security patch for the Galaxy S6 edge+. The firmware update has been released in China for the Galaxy S6 edge+ model number SM-G9280. Galaxy […]
- By Danny Dorresteijn
- 7 years ago
Samsung’s new QLED curved monitor comes with Thunderbolt 3
After launching the world’s biggest curved monitor last year, Samsung today unveiled the world’s first QLED curved monitor with a Thunderbolt 3 port. It's going to showcase the CJ791 QLED monitor at the Consumer Electronics Show 2018 in Las Vegas next week. The world's first QLED curved monitor with Thunderbolt 3 The 34-inch ultra-wide monitor […]
- By Martin R.
- 7 years ago
Samsung details January 2018 security patch
Samsung has detailed the January 2018 security patch on its official blog today. This is the first Security Maintenance Release of the new year which will soon be rolling out for supported devices. Samsung has revealed on its blog what vulnerabilities have been fixed in Android and in its own software. January 2018 security patch […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung Music update brings Android 8.0 Oreo support
Samsung is gradually updating some of its apps with support for Android 8.0 Oreo. This means that these apps will be compatible with the Android 8.0 Oreo update the day that it's released for all users. Samsung has released a new update for Samsung Music today and the app has also received support for Android […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Galaxy J2 (2018) accessories spotted on Samsung’s website
The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) has shown up in the accessories section of Samsung's own website, although the device itself has yet to be announced. This reiterates recent reports that Samsung will soon announce the Galaxy J2 (2018). Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) accessories The product page mentions that the Jelly Cove Cover is soft to the […]
- By Landon A
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S8 inadvertent screen wakeup leading to battery drain
The Galaxy S8 is experiencing inadvertent screen wakeup which in turn is leading to battery drain. Numerous users from the official Samsung community, as well as Reddit have posted videos including a detailed description of exactly what it going on. At first the issue seemed to only affect the Galaxy S8 and S8+, but there […]
- By Landon A
- 7 years ago
Alleged Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ screen protectors appear online
A Weibo user has posted what appear to be the screen protectors for the upcoming Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. The screen protectors for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ have also been posted next to these images to give us an idea of how the new Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ might look. Alleged […]
- By Danny Dorresteijn
- 7 years ago
![[Poll Results!] Is the Galaxy Note 8 battery charging issue also present on low-end devices?](https://www.sammobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/galaxy-a3-2017-review-3-226x127.jpg)
[Poll Results!] Is the Galaxy Note 8 battery charging issue also present on low-end devices?
Reports about some Galaxy Note 8 units dying after the battery was fully drained surfaced last week. The handset just wouldn't turn on no matter how long it was left plugged in, and wireless charging didn't help. Samsung has since acknowledged the issue that some Galaxy S8+ owners have experienced as well, but the company hasn't explained […]
- By Martin R.
- 7 years ago
Premium TV shipments will surge in 2018 with Samsung in the lead
Industry data shows that the global market for premium TVs sized 75-inches and larger is going to increase sharply in 2018. Samsung is expected to lead the surge which means that its bet on large premium televisions is going to pay dividends for the company. Industry tracker IHS Markit has compiled data which shows that […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung C-Lab to showcase three new projects at CES 2018
Samsung’s C-Lab has been making its presence felt in major tech gatherings around the world with its quirky products since its launch in 2012. Continuing the trend, Samsung has announced today that they will showcase three new C-Lab projects and commercial products from seven C-Lab spin-offs at this year’s CES. The three new C-Lab projects […]
- By Naresh
- 7 years ago
Samsung aiming to sell 320 million smartphones in 2018
Samsung doesn't seem to think that it's going to see a surge in smartphone sales this year. A new report out of South Korea claims that the company is playing it safe this year and maintaining its sales goal for 2018 at a similar level as 2017. Industry sources cited in the report claim that […]
- By Danny Dorresteijn
- 7 years ago
![[Update: It’s a concept] Sketchy Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ live image leaked](https://www.sammobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/galaxy-s8-s8-plus-review-57-226x127.jpg)
[Update: It’s a concept] Sketchy Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ live image leaked
We've already seen countless leaked renders of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. A sketchy live image of the upcoming flagship handsets has been leaked online today. This is the first of many such images that we'll see in the days leading up to the Galaxy S9's launch. This purported live image doesn't show anything […]
- By Martin R.
- 7 years ago
Samsung’s new Chromebook will be the first to feature a 13-megapixel camera
It was first reported a couple of months back that Samsung is working on a new Chromebook bearing the codename “Nautilus.” Subsequent reports revealed that it's going to be a 2-in-1 Chromebook with a detachable keyboard. The upcoming Chromebook is also going to have a stowable stylus. This will enable users to get the most […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung expected to see 73% increase in Q4 2017 operating profit
2017 was a good year for Samsung. The company posted record profits in two quarters and is on track for a full-year record operating profit. Market analysts are now predicting that Samsung will post an operating profit of 16 trillion won or around $15 billion in Q4 2017. If that's accurate, it would be a […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung trademarks ‘DeX Pad’ Galaxy S9 accessory
As the launch of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ inches closer, more details are emerging every day about the accessories that will launch along with them. Dex Station was one of the headline-grabbing accessories launched with the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ last year. It enables users to connect their Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, […]
- By Naresh
- 7 years ago
Galaxy A8 (2018) pre-orders kick off in South Korea, on sale starting January 5
According to the Korea Herald, Samsung's latest mid-range phone, the Galaxy A8 (2018), is now up for pre-order from at least one of South Korea's major carriers. KT (Korea Telecom) is taking pre-orders starting today, with the handset priced at 599,500 won (roughly $565). The carrier will be offering a few discounts based on the subscription chosen by […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 7 years ago
Galaxy A5, A7 (2017) update brings selfie focus, other camera features
Samsung has added a number of new camera features for the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) in the latest update, somewhat bringing the two devices in line with their 2018 successors as far as camera functionality is concerned. We say somewhat because the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) also pack upgraded camera […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 7 years ago
SamMobile Firmware Update Magazine: January 1, 2018
Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly Firmware Magazine – the first of the new year!. You can think of it as your go-to resource to find out which of your Samsung devices has received a new update or if it’s going to receive a new firmware update in the near future. To keep things […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
