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SamMobile Daily Recap: October 17, 2017 — Galaxy S8, Galaxy Tab Active 2 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 published today. Business […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung Pay updated with support for Kotak Mahindra Bank in India
Samsung Pay has received a long-requested update in India. The upgrade transports support for Kotak Mahindra Bank credit and debit cards, in addition to a slew of undisclosed bug fixes, stability improvements and speed optimizations. Last month, Samsung issued a similar upgrade in the region for its mobile payment platform, which added compatibility for MasterCard […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Daily Deal: Take 38% off Samsung’s Wireless Charging Pad
Amazon’s slashed 38% off the price of Samsung’s first-generation Wireless Charging Pad, so you can currently pick one up for just $24.99. If that’s not enough to sway your hand, knowing the promotion is available worldwide should be, as you can bag yourself one for the discounted price even if you don’t live in the […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Lee Jae-yong will likely be notified as the Samsung Group Head in April 2018
Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee is the head of the conglomerate in name only. He suffered a heart attack in May 2014 and has been under medical care ever since. His son, Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong, has been running the conglomerate since then. However, he has never been formally designated as the Samsung Group Head. That […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung teams up with Insight to provide Smart TV owners with more UHD content
Samsung has teamed up with Insight TV to provide TV Plus viewers in France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK with up to 500 hours' worth of Insight's original UHD content, featuring entertainment and lifestyle programming, from early 2018. This news comes less than 24-hours after Insight announced that its catalogue of content, which includes […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ top US consumer review
The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ have topped the list of the best-performing smartphones in the United States, with the Galaxy S7 coming in a close third, beating the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus—which ranked fifth and fourth, respectively—according to a review conducted by Consumer Reports. It's not all good news for Samsung, though. […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung demonstrates how to get started with the Gear IconX (2018) and Gear Sport
Samsung uploaded a couple of videos to its YouTube channel on Monday, demonstrating the quickest (and easiest) way to get started with the recently-announced Gear IconX (2018) and Gear Sport—and as expected, the setup process couldn't be easier. Check them out below: Gear IconX (2018): Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVCncDPB5xo Gear Sport: Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pew9e9VrDRA For those who missed […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Best Buy deal for the Galaxy Note 8 offers $150 discount
There's a new Best Buy deal for Galaxy Note 8 that you wouldn't want to miss. The retailer is offering a $150 discount on the new flagship. The only caveat is that the discount is being offered on two carrier models so customers will have to choose between Verizon and AT&T. Best Buy is going […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S8 Live Focus mode could arrive via a software update
Samsung introduced a Live Focus mode with the Galaxy Note 8. It's what enables the dual camera handset to add blur to the background and foreground while only focusing on the subject. That's what's called the bokeh effect and it was previously only possible on DSLR cameras. The Galaxy Note 8 has a dual camera […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
T-Mobile Galaxy Note 8 deal ends today
If you've been meaning to buy Samsung's new phablet, bear in mind that the T-Mobile Galaxy Note 8 deal ends today. The carrier launched this deal back in September. It's a Buy-One-Get-One-Free or BOGO deal. Customers first purchase both devices on T-Mobile's EIP and add a line for the second device. The carrier then refunds […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung invests $5 million in online TV service Pluto TV
Pluto TV is an online TV service with more than six million subscribers. It's one of the biggest ad-supported online TV services available right now. Pluto TV distributes more than 100 live TV channels from news, cooking and sports to kids' entertainment channels for free. Samsung has announced a $5 million investment in the Los […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ prices get a sizable cut in India
Samsung India has dropped the official prices of the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ in the country by a sizable margin. The Galaxy S8+ has received the more significant drop in price, with the phone now available for Rs. 58,900, down from Rs. 64,900. The Galaxy S8, meanwhile, is now available for Rs. 53,990 instead […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 7 years ago
SamMobile Daily Recap: October 16, 2017 — Connect Tag, Galaxy J3 (2016) 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. Business […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Galaxy Note 9 features like the S Pen will be improved, says Samsung
Samsung's fans and critics were very interested to find out how the company planned on bouncing back from the Galaxy Note 7 recall. It did so in spectacular fashion with the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy Note 8. It obviously won't be stopping here. Samsung has said that Galaxy Note 9 features like the S […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung’s releasing a set of S Pen-inspired ringtones for the Galaxy Note 8
Samsung has teamed up with three musicians—a self-proclaimed “pen beater,” a world-class beatboxer and an acclaimed producer—to release a collection of S Pen-inspired ringtones for the Galaxy Note 8. “Each of the collaborating artists brings to the table a diverse set of skills that, when harmonised, create sounds that are reflective of multifaceted millennials,” explains […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung US market share tied with Apple
Samsung has gained considerable ground in the United States over the past few years. Apple has recently made some gains against its main rival, though. That's why the latest data from Kantar Worldpanel shows that the Samsung US market share is now tied with Apple. Samsung did see a resurgence in another key market, Great […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Daily Deal: Take 75% off a first-generation Gear 360
Amazon has temporarily slashed the price of the first-generation Gear 360, which is Samsung’s award-winning camera that’s capable of taking 360-degree photographs and videos, down to just $88.00 (75% off). If you want to take advantage of this promotion, hit the Buy Now button below. We strongly advise you to hurry though, as Amazon only has a […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Galaxy J3 (2016) Android 7.1.1 Nougat update released by AT&T
Galaxy J3 (2016) owners on AT&T are receiving a new firmware update which brings Android 7.1.1 Nougat for their handset. The carrier has started rolling out the Galaxy J3 (2016) Android 7.1.1 Nougat update now. The August security patch and the Blueborne vulnerability fix are also included in this release. It's a pretty hefty update […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
Samsung approved patent for a smart bracelet with a flexible display
Samsung has received approval for a patent from the US Patent and Trademark Office for what appears to be some sort of smart bracelet that's equipped with a flexible display, which can not only take the shape of the bracelet, but can also be stiffened into an upright position (outlined below). In addition, according to […]
- By Josh L.
- 7 years ago
Samsung trademarks ‘Universal Browse’ possibly to improve cross-platform browsing
Samsung has filed for a new trademark in South Korea for the term “Universal Browse.” It appears that the company is planning on expanding its cross-platform web browsing experience. The trademark details suggest that this has something to do with further integrating the web browsing experience on Samsung smartphones and TVs. The Samsung Internet web […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 7 years ago
