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How to activate Silent Mode on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge

How to activate Silent Mode on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge

Believe it or not, one of the most popular questions we get asked over on Facebook and Twitter is something along the lines of: “How do I put my Galaxy S7 in Silent Mode?” The physical volume controls located on the left-hand side of the handset only cycle down to Vibrate, so if you want […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago
Galaxy Note 5 named as America’s favorite smartphone

Galaxy Note 5 named as America’s favorite smartphone

The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) has awarded the Galaxy Note 5 with the title of America's favorite smartphone. The handset earned a whopping satisfaction rating of 86/100 in the nationwide poll, beating the iPhone 6s Plus by just one point. The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note 4 ranked in joint third place with […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago
Samsung readying Jaybird contender by the name of Level Active

Samsung readying Jaybird contender by the name of Level Active

Evidence is mounting that Samsung is getting ready to launch a new member of its Level headset and speaker family. The Level Active has surfaced at several certification authorities, revealing model number and images for us to enjoy. At the Bluetooth SIG, a new accessory with model number EO-BG930 recently surfaced, and some further digging reveals that […]

  • By Michel G.
  • 8 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 flip phone with 3.8-inch screen under testing

Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 flip phone with 3.8-inch screen under testing

Samsung isn't done with flip phones, as the company is testing a new smartphone with the classic (and outdated) form factor. A Samsung SM-G1600 can be seen on the import tracking site Zauba, with a screen size of 3.8 inches. That's the same as the Galaxy Folder's display, making it a surefire hint that we're […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 8 years ago
Bust a move with Just Dance Now on your Samsung smart TV

Bust a move with Just Dance Now on your Samsung smart TV

Samsung announced today that the popular game Just Dance Now has been released on its 2015 and 2016 smart TVs globally. The mobile version of Just Dance Now is accessible via the Smart Hub through which players can quickly and easily connect to the game. Connecting through Smart Hub also lets users access the game's […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 8 years ago
Verizon finally rolls out Marshmallow update for the Galaxy Note 4

Verizon finally rolls out Marshmallow update for the Galaxy Note 4

Following a successful rollout for the Galaxy Tab S2 earlier today, Verizon is now in the midst of pushing out the long-awaited Marshmallow update to all its carrier-branded models of the Galaxy Note 4 in the United States. The upgrade, which carries the firmware number: N910VVRU2CPD1, bundles all of the standard functionality you'd expect to […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago
Father’s Day: Verizon giving away Samsung Smart TVs with Galaxy flagships

Father’s Day: Verizon giving away Samsung Smart TVs with Galaxy flagships

Just as Samsung announced the Gear VR promo for all new buyers of the Galaxy S7, S7 edge and beyond, Verizon has uncovered a similar promotion. In addition to joining Samsung's Gear VR promo the carrier will also offer Samsung Smart TVs (up to 50-inches in size) for buyers of the Galaxy S7, S7 edge and […]

  • By Valerie R.
  • 8 years ago
KFC now accepting Samsung Pay in the U.S.

KFC now accepting Samsung Pay in the U.S.

Kentucky Fried Chicken or simply known as KFC has now announced its partnership with Google and Samsung to bring Android Pay and Samsung Pay to its restaurants across the U.S. The chain now joins popular outlets like McDonald's and Macy's in bringing wireless payments to their customers. Of course, users have more of an incentive […]

  • By Valerie R.
  • 8 years ago
The flagship treatment: 7 reasons the Galaxy S7 Active should have a worldwide release

The flagship treatment: 7 reasons the Galaxy S7 Active should have a worldwide release

The Galaxy S7 Active has an announcement date set for June 10th, and I've already said in another place that I'd like to see some changes to the upcoming Active handset as opposed to its 2015 counterpart (the Galaxy S6 Active). While that piece dealt with some additional things I'd like to see Samsung implement into the S7 Active, […]

  • By Deidre R.
  • 8 years ago
Wallpaper Wednesday: Roads

Wallpaper Wednesday: Roads

Welcome to the latest edition of Wallpaper Wednesday. This week we’re focusing our attention on five road-themed backgrounds. All images are available in a QHD resolution, which is a perfect fit for the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note 5 and other flagships, but they can, of course, be used on different smartphones, too. If any of the following images float your […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago
Samsung offering free Gear VR with new Galaxy smartphone purchase for Father’s Day

Samsung offering free Gear VR with new Galaxy smartphone purchase for Father’s Day

Samsung has handed out quite a few free Gear VR units this year. Everybody who pre-ordered the Galaxy S7 or the Galaxy S7 edge got one for free. The company has also launched multiple promotions through which it has sent out the handset at no additional charge. One such promotion has gone live today – […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 8 years ago
Samsung launches five new startups

Samsung launches five new startups

Earlier this year Samsung showcased its Creative Lab (C-Lab) projects for the first time ever. The Creative Lab is Samsung's innovation program which enables company employees to develop their own business ideas. Samsung showcased three additional C-Lab projects at South by Southwest 2016 a few months ago. Today the company has announced that 18 employees from a […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 8 years ago
Here’s how to fix the Bluetooth connection bug on your Galaxy Note 5

Here’s how to fix the Bluetooth connection bug on your Galaxy Note 5

Over the past few weeks, the Internet has amassed an abundance of reports regarding the Note 5’s Bluetooth connectivity issues. Some users have found that their devices won't connect to any accessories or in-car systems, while others have been complaining that they randomly disconnect in the middle of usage. If you’re one of the many […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago
This is the next generation Galaxy J3 in gold and gray

This is the next generation Galaxy J3 in gold and gray

The first generation of Samsung's Galaxy J3 was launched in China a little over half a year ago. Since then, the device has gradually spread across the rest of the world, only recently making it all the way to the US. Now, back in China, a new version of the phone is ready to be launched. […]

  • By Michel G.
  • 8 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 gets Marshmallow on Verizon

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 gets Marshmallow on Verizon

It's Marshmallow week for those using Samsung devices on Verizon's network. The carrier upgraded the Galaxy S5 to Android 6.0 just yesterday, and it is now pushing out the update to the Galaxy Tab S2. The Galaxy Tab S2 is the first Samsung tablet to be getting Marshmallow on Verizon, although it might also be the […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 8 years ago
Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and Galaxy J7 (2016) review

Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and Galaxy J7 (2016) review

Samsung's Galaxy J series debuted last year and went on to see considerable success in the budget smartphone market. It wasn't surprising – the Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7 were two of the best low-cost phones the Korean giant had ever made, with a good mix of features and pricing. This year, the Galaxy J5 […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 8 years ago
How to use S Bike Mode on Samsung’s Galaxy J smartphones

How to use S Bike Mode on Samsung’s Galaxy J smartphones

In an attempt to simplify its smartphone lineup, Samsung released the Galaxy J, Galaxy E, Galaxy On, and Galaxy A series of smartphones over the course of the last year, in addition to its flagship Galaxy S and Galaxy Note lineups. The company’s mid-range Galaxy J smartphones went on to become bestsellers in India. All […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 8 years ago
Samsung trademarks Galaxy Iris and Galaxy Eyeprint in Korea and the US

Samsung trademarks Galaxy Iris and Galaxy Eyeprint in Korea and the US

Fingerprint sensors are becoming all the rage these days, with nearly all well-known smartphone manufacturers implementing the feature into their high-end handsets, but iris scanning technology has been something of a whisper. Samsung has been considering the possibility of implementing iris scanners since at least the Galaxy S5, but the company's first explicit jump into the future […]

  • By Deidre R.
  • 8 years ago
Samsung shares two videos showcasing the third-party accessories that can be used with the Gear 360

Samsung shares two videos showcasing the third-party accessories that can be used with the Gear 360

Earlier today, Samsung took to its official YouTube channel to share two new videos showcasing the wide range of third-party accessories that can be used with the Gear 360 to capture truly breathtaking footage. The first clip is more of a behind the scenes film, highlighting a couple attaching an array of different mounts to the […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago
Samsung sending out invites to a launch event it’s holding in NYC on Thursday, June 2

Samsung sending out invites to a launch event it’s holding in NYC on Thursday, June 2

Samsung has just started sending out invitations to a launch event it's holding in New York City at 5 PM (EDT) on Thursday, June 2. Unfortunately, the manufacturer failed to provide any details with regards to what it will be unveiling at the press conference, which takes place tomorrow, but, judging by the frequency of leaks, we […]

  • By Josh L.
  • 8 years ago