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Daily Deal: Save 15% on a brand new Gear S3 frontier
If you've read our comprehensive review of the Gear S3 frontier, you'll know how highly we think of the device, which is why we're pleased to announce that while stock lasts you can pick one up through Amazon for just $299 (15% off). Not to be confused with the Gear S3 classic, this model comes […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Full Galaxy S7 and S7 edge Nougat firmware for Vodafone Germany now available
Android 7.0 Nougat has been available for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge on the Vodafone network in Germany over the air for a few days, and you can now find the full firmware files for both devices on Vodafone Germany in our firmware section. Nougat brings a slew changes and new features, and you […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
Verizon releases January security update for the Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge and Galaxy S5
Samsung has gradually been rolling out the January security maintenance update to compatible handsets over the past few weeks directly and through its carrier partners. Verizon is now following through by releasing said security patch for the Galaxy Note 4, the Galaxy Note Edge and the Galaxy S5. Just yesterday, Sprint released the same patch […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Galaxy Tab S3 specs and price revealed in new report
A new report out of Korea today “confirms” that the Galaxy Tab S3 is going to be unveiled by Samsung at the Mobile World Congress 2017 late next month. The report also shares the specs and price of Samsung's upcoming flagship Android tablet. This tablet is the successor to the Galaxy Tab S2 that Samsung […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Report suggests that the Galaxy S8 may sport a 3,250mAh battery
If a new report originating from South Korea is anything to go by, it would appear that Samsung has provided its battery suppliers with an updated production roadmap, which includes 3,250mAh and 3,750mAh cells; leading many to believe that they're the respective batteries that'll power the much-anticipated Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus. While there's nothing in […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung claims the top spot in the American home appliances market for 2016, unveils new devices
Samsung has announced a range of new home appliances at the 2017 International Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition in Las Vegas. The majority of the devices on display fit into the firm's Max Heat Series, which is essentially a multi-part heating system designed specifically for cold regions, with the main exception being its unveiling of the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Nougat Launcher app for Samsung Z1, Z2, and Z3 lands at Tizen Store
Tizen is, compared to the likes of Android, a “baby” OS, and it's not surprising to see that some Tizen users have more than just a little respect and admiration for Tizen's more massive mobile “cousin.” Google has released Nougat for the Pixel and Pixel XL as well as its current Nexus devices, and Samsung […]
- By Deidre R.
- 8 years ago
Samsung to launch new wireless noise cancelling headphones alongside the Galaxy S8
Samsung often launches new accessories with its flagship smartphones and it's likely to do that in March when it unveils the Galaxy S8. According to a new report, the company is going to launch the new Samsung Level In ANC wireless headphones with Active Noise Cancelling feature alongside the Galaxy S8. We exclusively reported late […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
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[Poll Results!] Where should Samsung put the fingerprint sensor?
Following rumors that Samsung was going to ditch the physical home button for the Galaxy S8 we got what might possibly be our first glimpse at the next flagship last week. If everything it revealed is true then the Galaxy S8's fingerprint sensor will be placed alongside the rear camera. Having a fingerprint sensor on […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Daily Deal: Bag yourself a Galaxy S7 edge for 21% off
In the market for a new smartphone? Looking for something with high-end specifications? Well, you've come to the right place. While stock lasts, you can pick up a Titanium Silver variant of the Galaxy S7 edge for $587 (21% off). It's worth noting, however, that while this deal is exclusive to the United States, the […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung may soon fall to second place in the flash memory segment
Samsung is currently the world leader in the flash memory market with a share of 36.6 percent, but its position might soon be in danger. Toshiba, the second-largest flash memory maker in the world with a market share of 19.8 percent, has announced that it will spin off its core memory business and sell a […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Sprint rolling out January security patch for the Galaxy S5
Less than a month after it started distributing the December release, Sprint has today started rolling out this month's security maintenance update for its carrier-branded variant of the Galaxy S5 in the United States. The upgrade weighs in at a little over 27MB and bundles fixes for 67 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in the Android OS, […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung launches the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) in Brazil
According to TelecomPaper, Samsung has today launched the long-rumored Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) in Brazil. The handsets, which are expected to be available to purchase from the firm's online store sometime over the course of the next couple of weeks, are reportedly priced at BRL 2,100 ($668) and BRL 2,300 ($732), respectively, in […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung distributes January security patch for the Galaxy Grand Neo and Galaxy J2 Prime
Samsung is in the midst of distributing this month's security patch for the factory unlocked variant of the Galaxy Grand Neo and Galaxy J2 Prime, reveals GSMArena. For those unaware, the upgrade addresses a total of 67 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in the Android OS and bundles an additional 28 fixes for the firm’s […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Unofficial Galaxy S8 render hints at what the design might look like
We recently saw the first leaked live photo of the Galaxy S8 and it more or less confirmed some of the things we've been hearing about this handset. For example, it confirmed that the physical home button is being ditched and the fingerprint scanner is being moved to the back. It also confirmed that the […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Samsung heir Lee might face arrest once again
Samsung Electronics vice chairman and heir apparent Lee Jae-yong dodged arrested two weeks ago when the Seoul Central District Court rejected an arrest warrant request put forward by the special prosecutor's office that's looking into allegations of embezzlement and bribery against Samsung in connection with South Korea's influence-peddling scandal. Samsung allegedly paid more than $35 […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Check out exactly what’s new with Nougat on the Galaxy S7 in this short video
If you've been following SamMobile closely over the course of the past few weeks, there's a good chance you picked up on our comprehensive What's New With Nougat series. If this is the first time you've heard of it, don't worry. You don't have to go back and read all 15 parts to catch up. Instead, […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Hey Samsung, where is the women-friendly version of the Gear S3?
My boyfriend couldn't resist buying the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier. Having worn the Gear S3 classic for a month or so, he decided to keep switching between the frontier and classic variants. I don't blame him, because both variants of the Gear S3 have a stunning design, at least as far as men are concerned. […]
- By Kirsten B.
- 8 years ago
Black Sapphire and Crimson Red color options for the Galaxy S8 would add more color splashes to the Galaxy
Samsung's “Galaxy” is expanding, as can be seen by the sheer number of devices Samsung manufactures annually, the cross-platform compatibility of its devices with other platforms such as iOS and Windows Mobile, as well as the birth of Samsung's very own Tizen OS. And, with each new high-end “Galaxy,” Samsung is known for bringing new […]
- By Deidre R.
- 8 years ago
Watchface Friday: Getting started!
Welcome to SamMobile’s first ever segment in our new Watchface Friday column! Every Friday, we'll be highlighting a selection of our favorite watchfaces for the Gear S3 classic and Gear S3 frontier. All of the offerings will be available to download through the Galaxy Apps Store, so you can rest assured that you won't have to […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
