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Samsung rolls out September security patch for the Galaxy A5 (2016) in Europe
Samsung has started rolling out the September security update for the International variant of the Galaxy A5 (2016). The upgrade — firmware version XXS3BPI8 — transports a total of 66 patches for the Android OS and nine fixes for the South Korean company's TouchWiz user interface. As you'd expect, the OTA is being pushed out […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung Gear Icon X Review: Not ready for prime time yet
Samsung has been pushing towards a wire-free future. The company has been integrating more and more wireless technologies in its products. Wireless charging, NFC and MST payments, Wi-Fi speakers, you name it. The company recently unveiled its first pair of completely wireless headphones, the Gear IconX. It’s not the first in the world to offer […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro review: Insane battery life makes this one a winner
We liked the Galaxy A9. The 6-inch phablet's claim to fame was its enormous 4,000 mAh battery, and it was also the most feature-packed smartphone in the Galaxy A lineup. A few months later, Samsung came out with the Galaxy A9 Pro for the Chinese market. The A9 Pro became the first mid-range Samsung device to feature […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
Huge hardware changes predicted for the Galaxy S8
The Galaxy S8 is going to be a crucial device for Samsung as it seeks to salvage its reputation after the botched launch of the Galaxy Note 7. It's entirely possible that Samsung would want to push the envelope on its next flagship to show consumers and its rivals that it's still capable of making great […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Samsung is likely to work with the hedge fund proposing its split than against it this time around
A couple of days ago New York-based hedge fund Elliott Associates publicly proposed that Samsung Electronics be split up into a holding and operating company as well as give shareholders a one-time dividend amounting to $27 billion from the company's cash reserves. Elliott owns 0.62 percent of Samsung Electronics so it's well within its rights […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Daily Deal: You can currently pick up a Galaxy Tab E 9.6 for just $199.99
Looking for a new tablet to add to your arsenal of gadgets? If so, you've come to the right place. While stock lasts, you can bag yourself a brand new 16GB Wi-Fi-only model of the Galaxy Tab E 9.6 anodized in a gorgeous glossy black hue for just $199.99, which is a total saving of $30. This is […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Lab test pictures show the Galaxy Note 7 combusting in spectacular fashion
We are all well aware now of the Galaxy Note 7's tendency to explode. Samsung sprung into action last month when it announced the recall and kicked off the replacement program. However, troubling reports continue to pour in. Just a few days ago it was reported that a replacement Galaxy Note 7 deemed safe exploded […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
SingSpace brings social karaoke to the Gear VR next year
Harmonix, developer of the popular music titles Guitar Hero and Rock Band, has confirmed that it's working on a new social karaoke experience for the Gear VR. This came as a surprise announcement since the company is already working on Rock Band VR and Harmonix Music VR, it hadn't given any hints previously that it […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Two former US safety officials believe that Samsung could face a second recall of the Galaxy Note 7
Two former US safety officials have revealed that Samsung could face an unusual second recall of the Galaxy Note 7 if the Federal Aviation Administration and Consumer Product Safety Commission conclude that the device that caught fire aboard a Southwest Airlines aircraft on Wednesday is, in fact, a replacement model as its owner claims. “If it’s […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung’s Q3 2016 earnings guidance beats estimates despite Galaxy Note 7 recall
Samsung today released its earnings guidance for the third quarter of the year. Analysts and investors had high hopes from Q3 2016 following the company's stellar performance in the second quarter of this year. However, once the Galaxy Note 7 recall was taken into account, many thought that a huge financial impact would be visible […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Galaxy S7 edge named as the best phone of the year at the Mobile Choice Awards
Mobile Choice readers have awarded the Galaxy S7 edge a Consumer Award for being the best phone of the year. Despite the recent Galaxy Note 7 debacle — which still appears to be very much at large as a Southwest Airlines flight was evacuated on Wednesday when an alleged replacement unit caught fire — Samsung managed […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Sprint will let Galaxy Note 7 owners swap their replacement device for any other phone
US Carrier Sprint has today announced that it will exchange replacement models of the Galaxy Note 7 for any other smartphone in its massive lineup, including the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. This decision comes following an incident on Wednesday that resulted in a Southwest Airlines flight being evacuated when a passenger's replacement Note 7 […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
No heads will roll at Samsung for botched Galaxy Note 7 launch
Samsung had high hopes for the Galaxy Note 7. The flagship was launched as the company reached the end of its record-breaking Q2 and all signs were pointing to continued sales momentum for Samsung because the Galaxy Note 7 had been very well received. Merely two weeks after the flagship was released Samsung had to confirm the […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
UK Royal Mail reportedly refusing packages containing the Galaxy Note 7
According to a new report, you might find it impossible to ship a package in the United Kingdom via Royal Mail if it contains the Galaxy Note 7. Granted there are other options such as ParcelForce, DHL and more but if you just tend to drop stuff off at your local post office, you might […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Samsung creates dedicated news site for fans in India
Samsung today announced that it has created a dedicated news site for fans in India. The Samsung Newsroom India is a separate news hub for all official developments related to the company which will feature news catered to Indian audiences. Samsung fans in the country can access the Newsroom now by heading to news.samsung.com/in. The […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Samsung launches a Gear 360 Experience Studio in Vietnam
Preparing for the Gear 360's launch in Vietnam on Saturday, October 22, Samsung has today launched a pop-up Experience Studio dedicated to its first 360-degree camera in Ho Chi Minh City's latest luxury shopping mall, Saigon Centre. Potential customers visiting the Studio will have an opportunity to get up close and personal with the Gear […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Daily Deal: Samsung Level On wireless noise canceling headphones available for almost half-off
If you're in the market for wireless noise canceling headphones then you should definitely check out the Samsung Level On headphones. They feature a stylish, foldable design and feature a padded headband as well as soft ear cushions for greater comfort. The Samsung Level On headphones also feature a built-in noise-canceling microphone as well. They can […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
There’s finally a fast and reliable way to transfer files on Tizen
It's no secret that Tizen has been lacking a reliable file transfer application ever since its initial release back in January 2012. Sure, you've always had the facility to grab a third-party offering from the Tizen Store, but they rarely work and often restricted. However, that's all about to change as the offering you've been […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Themes Thursday: Have a look at this week’s only decent theme
Welcome to this week's Themes Thursday! Out of 86 themes released in Samsung's Theme Store over the course of past seven days, we found just one theme that's even worth the attention. The Pink Blossom _Doubledot theme is paid, and it combines a pastel shade of pink for the background with circular icons to create a […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung Z2 expected to launch in Kenya later today
Over the course of the past few days, Samsung has been sending out invitations to a press event it's scheduled to hold in Kenya later today. Unfortunately, we don't know exactly what the company is planning to announce, but Tizen Experts believes that it will use the conference as an opportunity to launch the 4G-enabled Samsung Z2 in […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
