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Samsung augmented reality efforts get a boost with Google partnership
Samsung is giving its augmented reality efforts a big boost. It announced during the Samsung Developer Conference 2017 today that it's teaming up with Google to extend the ARCore platform to devices like the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ and the Galaxy Note 8. This will enable the company to bring the best in AR experiences […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung announces new ARTIK modules that vow to improve IoT security
Samsung announced new ARTIK system-on-modules and services for the ARTIK IoT platform, which have been designed to improve the security protocols used when transmitting data from a device to the cloud, at its Developer Conference in San Francisco on Wednesday. The new ARTIK modules combine hardware-backed security with pre-integrated memory, processing and connectivity for a […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung DeX gets support for running Linux OS through Linux On Galaxy app
Samsung made a valiant effort to bring a desktop-like experience to its users through DeX earlier this year. Today, at its developer conference, the Korean giant has announced that it is launching a new app called Linux on Galaxy, using which developers can run the Linux operating system on their phone and view everything on […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 7 years ago
360 Round is a camera designed for recording and streaming 3D content
To assist in the recording—and consumption—of immersive VR content, Samsung has introduced a 360 Round camera that's capable of both recording and streaming high-quality 3D content. Obviously, a device of such nature won't be everyone's cup of tea, which is why the firm's marketing it towards enthusiasts and specialists who demand a “superior VR experience.” […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
SmartThings Cloud unites all of Samsung’s IoT systems—and works with Bixby 2.0
Samsung has today taken the wraps off SmartThings Cloud, a platform that will unite all of its IoT systems. When it launches (unfortunately, there's no word on when that'll be), SmartThings Cloud will work with not only Samsung devices, but a wide range of other connected devices, ranging from refrigerators to TVs and from light […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Bixby 2.0 transforms basic digital assistants into an intelligence tool, says Samsung
It's the first day of Samsung's Developer Conference in San Francisco and it's kicking things off with a couple of announcements, the first of which is Bixby 2.0, the latest version of the firm's digital assistant. Bixby 2.0 is, according to Samsung, a “bold reinvention” of the Bixby platform. It's supposed to transform basic digital […]
- By Martin R.
- 7 years ago
SamMobile Daily Recap: October 18, 2017 — Galaxy S7, Gear Sport and more!
We publish a lot of stories on a daily basis. Unfortunately, the majority of news breaks during our European hours of operation, which makes it difficult for our readers in the US (and other regions) to keep up. However, we think we’ve come up with a fantastic solution — a daily recap. Here’s what we covered today. Deals […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Wallpaper Wednesday: Space (Part 2)
§elcome to the latest edition of Wallpaper Wednesday. This week we’re highlighting another set of four space-themed backgrounds. All of the images are available in a suitable resolution for the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ and just about any other smartphone (or even tablet) on the market. If any of the following images float your boat and you want to download and […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung could be working on a souped-up variant of the Galaxy J2 (2017)
Samsung is working on a souped-up variant of the Galaxy J2 (2017), according to a listing spotted on GFXBench’s online database on Wednesday. The handset, which carries the model number SM-J250G, sports a larger 5-inch display and a more powerful 1.4GHz Snapdragon 425 processor. Related: Samsung launches Galaxy J2 2017 in India The documentation also points […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Gear Sport pre-order customers get six months of Spotify Premium free
Samsung recently confirmed the Gear Sport's price and release date for customers in the United States. The new smartwatch is already available for pre-order and it will be released on October 27. It offers some great new features like swim tracking, real-time heart rate monitoring and even Spotify's offline mode. The company is offering Gear […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S7 October security patch released
Samsung detailed the October security patch over a week ago and it's gradually rolling it out. The Galaxy S7 October patch has been released today. Samsung has released the latest security maintenance release for the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge in the Netherlands. The 2016 flagships are being bumped up from the August […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Daily Deal: Take 20% off a SmartThings Hub
You can currently snag yourself a SmartThings Hub for $79.80 (20% off), which is a great price to pay for a unit that sits at the centre of the IoT household, allowing users to connect an array of appliances to the internet. If you’d like to take advantage of this promotion, hit the Buy Now button below. […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung’s latest ad showcases swim-tracking on the Gear Fit2 Pro
Samsung has uploaded a short 30-second commercial to its YouTube channel to showcase the accurate swim-tracking functionality, which was developed in partnership with swimwear manufacturer Speedo, on board the Gear Fit2 Pro. Gear Fit2 Pro: How to come out one stroke ahead https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIbp2nzMPjs The Gear Fit2 Pro is the first waterproof unit in the Gear […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Gear Sport now up for pre-order in the United Arab Emirates
Samsung's latest fitness-orientated wearable, the Gear Sport, is now available to pre-order in the United Arab Emirates through a number of authorized digital stores, including Axiom, Carrefour, Eros, Jumbo and Plugins, for AED 1,199 ($325). The Gear Sport, as we noted in our hands-on coverage, is a watch-like activity tracker that was created to bridge […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Galaxy Note 8 now available in Nigeria
Samsung has now launched the Galaxy Note 8 in Nigeria, following an announcement at the Four Points by Sheraton, Lagos a couple of weeks ago; however, customers wanting to purchase the handset will have a tough time seeing as it isn't actually up for grabs yet. Those interested will instead need to pre-register their interest […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung sees ‘programmable objects’ blanketing your entire home
Samsung is serious about competing in the connected home market. It has been investing heavily in the Internet of Things as it feels that this is an area of growth for the company. Samsung needs to find new avenues for growth as it can't keep relying on its components business to do all the heavy […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Greenpeace ranks Samsung in the bottom tier for eco-friendliness
Greenpeace USA has released its latest Guide to Greener Electronics and it's not impressed with Samsung's eco-friendliness initiatives. The global non-profit has ranked Samsung in the bottom tier for its eco-friendliness. Greenpeace has scored 17 of the world's largest technology companies based on their transparency, performance and advocacy efforts. The companies are scored on their […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung Pay users in South Korea have doubled in a year
South Korea was the first market where Samsung launched its mobile payments service. That wasn't surprising, it is Samsung's home market at all. The company's mobile payment service was well received initially and growth doesn't seem to have stalled. A new report by industry tracker WiseApp reveals that Samsung Pay users in South Korea have […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung 8nm foundry process development has been completed
Samsung announced earlier this year that it would be adding 8nm process technologies to its existing roadmap. The new process technology will deliver improved performance, scalability and power advantages compared to existing process nodes. It has been confirmed today that the development of the Samsung 8nm foundry process has now been completed. Samsung today announced […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Vodafone Galaxy S7 August update brings Blueborne fix
The Vodafone Galaxy S7 August update is now being rolled out. It's been a while since the carrier updated the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge in the Netherlands. Prior to this update, both devices were running on the May security patch. It seems that the need for the Blueborne fix has forced the […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
