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[Update: Galaxy Care APK!] Samsung UK is also looking for beta testers for Android 6.0 Marshmallow update

[Update: Galaxy Care APK!] Samsung UK is also looking for beta testers for Android 6.0 Marshmallow update

Even though Samsung has not yet released a confirmed roadmap for release of the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update for its devices many expect the company to start rolling out the update at least for its 2015 flagship handsets early next year. Things are certainly shaping up to support that theory as earlier today the company […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Second Tizen 2.4 beta firmware for the Samsung Z1 released

Second Tizen 2.4 beta firmware for the Samsung Z1 released

Firmware version Z130HDDU0COL5 has now been released for the Samsung Z1, this is the second Tizen 2.4 beta firmware that has been released for this handset so far. Weighing in at 258.2MB the update is now being rolled out over-the-air, the handset needs to be on firmware Z130HDDU0BOK2 or later and registered at Samsung's Tizen […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
12-23-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy J7, Galaxy S5 Plus, Galaxy Grand 3, and more

12-23-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy J7, Galaxy S5 Plus, Galaxy Grand 3, and more

Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup, and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy S5 gets December update in India, still on Android 5.0

Galaxy S5 gets December update in India, still on Android 5.0

Samsung might take a long time to bring out major new versions of Android to its devices, but it also manages to offer long-lasting support to at least its flagship devices. The Galaxy S5 is still getting minor software updates, and it just got another one in India this week. Sadly, the update doesn't bump […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Grab a factory unlocked Galaxy S6 (32GB) for just $399 through eBay

Grab a factory unlocked Galaxy S6 (32GB) for just $399 through eBay

If you missed out on deals during Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales, here's your chance to grab the Galaxy S6 for cheap before Christmas. The factory unlocked 32GB variant of the Galaxy S6 is available through eBay for just $399, and that's $200 off its usual price tag. The device is available in Black […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
[Update: Galaxy Care APK!] Samsung is looking for beta testers for Android 6.0 Marshmallow in South Korea

[Update: Galaxy Care APK!] Samsung is looking for beta testers for Android 6.0 Marshmallow in South Korea

Is Samsung finally taking the software update business seriously? It certainly seems so, as the Korean giant has launched a beta testing program for the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. Those using either device from carriers KT and LG U+ will be allowed to take part, with Samsung […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung to reportedly start making chips for AMD next year

Samsung to reportedly start making chips for AMD next year

The South Korean chip giant Samsung already makes processors for companies like Apple and Nvidia. Now, it is being reported that it might start manufacturing CPUs for AMD next year. According to the Electronic Times, Samsung's chip manufacturing arm and Global Foundries will jointly start producing a central processing chip for AMD in 2016. The report, which cites […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Capital market analysts forecast drop in sales for Samsung’s semiconductor business

Capital market analysts forecast drop in sales for Samsung’s semiconductor business

It was only in the most recent quarter that Samsung showed considerable improvement, over the past few quarters the company's cash cow has largely been its semiconductor business, but capital market analysts now predict that the good run this business has had might be nearing its end. Samsung Electronics is now predicted to post 6 trillion won ($5.1 […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
12-21-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy J7, Galaxy Core Prime, Galaxy S6, and more

12-21-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy J7, Galaxy Core Prime, Galaxy S6, and more

Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup, and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
China Mobile says the Galaxy S7 will be out in March

China Mobile says the Galaxy S7 will be out in March

With Samsung reducing the time between the launch of its flagships with the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge+, everyone has been expecting the Galaxy S7 to make an early launch as well. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) recently reported that the Galaxy S7 will hit retail sometime in mid-March, and Chinese carrier China Mobile has […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung readying hearing aid with model number SM-R790

Samsung readying hearing aid with model number SM-R790

Rumors concerning Samsung's entrance into the hearing aid market have been circling around for quite a while. Now, information from different sources suggest the first device with model number SM-R790 is nearing its official launch. A few weeks ago, Samsung applied for registration of a trademark for the term Earcle in South Korea, with several references […]

  • By Michel G.
  • 9 years ago
[Poll] Which Galaxy smartphone will get Android 6.0 first?

[Poll] Which Galaxy smartphone will get Android 6.0 first?

It's been more than two months since Google published the final code for Android 6.0 Marshmallow and released it for Nexus devices, and there's no doubt we Samsung device owners have been getting more and more impatient as we wait for the Korean giant to bring Marshmallow to its users. Samsung has done a lot to turn […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Flipkart offering discount on Samsung Galaxy On5 and Galaxy On7 in India

Flipkart offering discount on Samsung Galaxy On5 and Galaxy On7 in India

India's prominent e-commerce giant Flipkart is conducting an year-end sale in the country, and a lot of products are being sold with discounts. The Galaxy On5 and the Galaxy On7, which were launched in India last month exclusively through Flipkart, are being sold unlocked for Rs INR 7,990 (~$120) and INR 9,990 (~$151) respectively after […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung SideSync update brings Android 6.0 Marshmallow support

Samsung SideSync update brings Android 6.0 Marshmallow support

Samsung just gave us a nice hint that it could soon roll out Android 6.0 to one of its devices, as the company's SideSync app – which lets users share their phone or tablet screen with a PC – has received an update that makes it compatible with the latest version of the OS. The […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung Pay update brings improved UI for Gift Cards and better performance

Samsung Pay update brings improved UI for Gift Cards and better performance

Samsung recently added support for 19 additional credit and debit card issuers in the US as well as an ability to use Gift Cards with its mobile payment service. Now, Samsung has released an update to the Samsung Pay app that brings improvements to existing features as well as improved performance. This update has been marked as mandatory by […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung broadcasted a rock concert live in virtual reality

Samsung broadcasted a rock concert live in virtual reality

Earlier this year in September a football match between Portuguese teams FC Porto and S.L. Benfica was broadcasted live to the world in virtual reality using a multi-camera setup which had 360-degree cameras placed on in the bleachers and on the pitch. The very next month Samsung brought the live virtual reality experience to Portugal’s […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
12-19-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge, Galaxy Note 3, and more

12-19-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge, Galaxy Note 3, and more

Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup, and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
12-18-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A3, Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Core 2 Duos, and more

12-18-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A3, Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Core 2 Duos, and more

Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup, and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
[Poll] Do you use the default Samsung keyboard on your 2015 Galaxy device?

[Poll] Do you use the default Samsung keyboard on your 2015 Galaxy device?

For a long time, third-party keyboard apps were extremely important for Android users, as the out-of-the-box keyboard apps from manufacturers were, in one word, horrible. Swype kicked off the game with a keyboard that lets you swipe over letters to make a word for faster typing than regular touch input, then SwiftKey came along with an excellent […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung+ app helps people explore more about their Galaxy device

Samsung+ app helps people explore more about their Galaxy device

Samsung has released an updated self-help app, Samsung+, in the Google Play Store. It basically helps new smartphone users in exploring more about their Galaxy smartphone or tablet with the help of tips, tricks, how-to videos, and top app recommendations. The app is available only for customers owning Samsung Galaxy devices in the US right […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago