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09-24-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S6, Galaxy A3, Galaxy J1, 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 These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs.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
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 LTE gets updated to Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
The LTE variant of Samsung's mid-range 7-inch tablet, the Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 LTE, has started receiving the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. The Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 LTE (SM-T235) was released with Android 4.4.2 KitKat out of the box, and it is now getting the latest version of the operating system. Owners of the Galaxy Tab […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 9 years ago
Samsung’s new fast wireless charger has a fan inside
The Galaxy S6 edge+ and the Galaxy Note 5 are the industry's first smartphones to feature fast wireless charging, a feature that lets the phones go from 0 to 100 percent battery in 120 minutes. That's much faster than normal wireless charging that can take anywhere from three hours and more to charge a 3,000 mAh battery, […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 9 years ago
Samsung introduces S Health v4.5 worldwide with new features
Samsung's S Health app has been updated to version 4.5 in over 150 countries with support for over 80 local languages. Since the app was launched for non-Samsung devices as well, you can update it right away to improve your health with the numerous tracking capabilities built right into the app by default. You can now install S Health […]
- By Octav G.
- 9 years ago
High demand for Gear S2, Korean preorders snapped up within two hours
Samsung's first smartwatch with a circular display has created a lot of interest among consumers and technology experts alike. The company is gearing up to launch the Gear S2 in its home market Korea on October 2, and it appears that there's high demand for the smartwatch. The Gear S2 was up for pre-order in Korea through […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 9 years ago
Tizen 2.4 beta testing program for Samsung Z1 rolling out in India
By the end of August, Samsung announced its Z1 beta testing program that would allow some specific users to test out new firmware on their devices before anyone else. The purpose of the program is to provide feedback for the tech company's new operating system, and there's even a prize pool of INR 1,000 involved. Now, the beta […]
- By Octav G.
- 9 years ago
Deal knocks off $50 from price tag of the new Galaxy Tab S2 8.0
It hasn't been long since Samsung updated its Tab S line of premium tablets but if you haven't picked one up yet because you thought that the price was a bit too high then rejoice, there's now a deal available on one of the new models which knocks off $50 from the price tag of […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
AT&T Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 Android 5.1.1 update released
If you happen to own the Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 on AT&T then you have a good reason to keep checking your notifications because the carrier has released the much awaited Android 5.1.1 update for this tablet. AT&T is rolling out the update right now but it could take a while before it's available across […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
Galaxy Note 5’s ‘Screen-off memo’ feature ported to Galaxy Note 3, Note 4 and Note Edge
Samsung fans have fell in love with the Galaxy Note 5‘s screen-off memo feature which makes the S-pen far more useful. You can take out your S-Pen and start typing directly on your screen without any steps in-between as the phone launches an app with a full black background. This is very energy efficient because Super […]
- By Octav G.
- 9 years ago
Expedia and Samsung create an exclusive app for Galaxy smartphones
Expedia has teamed up with Samsung to create a special version of its travel app that's exclusive to Galaxy smartphones, the app brings some additional features which will only be available on Expedia for Samsung. Both companies have worked closely on this native app to improve trip planning, discovery and savings for Samsung users. Samsung Collection […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
Samsung Pay’s first month brings in $30 million in accumulated transaction volume
About a month ago Samsung Pay was launched in South Korea, the service has seen great interest from locals and now the company has announced that Samsung Pay brought in $30 million in accumulated transaction volume after just one month since launch. Keep in mind the fact that till now Samsung Pay has only been […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
Samsung working on a major update for the Galaxy S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+ and Note 5
Is Samsung working on the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update for its 2015 flagships? We're not sure if that's the case, but we have learned that the Korean manufacturer is currently preparing a major update for the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+ and the Galaxy Note 5. We are working on getting more information […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 9 years ago
Titanium Silver and Pearl White Galaxy Note 5 will be available in Singapore starting September 26
To celebrate the launch of the Galaxy Note 5 in Singapore, Samsung has just announced it will hold a consumer event at the Galaxy Studio located in Civic Plaza, Ngee Ann City on September 26 and 27. Attendees will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the Note 5, the S6 edge+ and […]
- By Josh L.
- 9 years ago
Galaxy S5 mini Android 5.1.1 update rolling out now
There's good news today for folks who own the Galaxy S5 mini because the latest version of Android is finally rolling out for this handset with the release of Android 6.0 Marshmallow just around the corner. Galaxy S5 mini Android 5.1.1 update is available today, model number SM-G800R4 gets version Android 5.1.1 with a build […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
Meizu launches the Pro 5 with Exynos 7420 processor from Samsung
Chinese manufacturer Meizu has just officially unveiled its most advanced and most pricey handset to date, called the Meizu Pro 5 it features a 5.7-inch full HD Super AMOLED display and an Exynos 7420 processor from Samsung. It's the very same processor that debuted with Samsung's very own Galaxy S6 so it goes without saying […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
Exclusive: Two Samsung Galaxy S7 models confirmed
Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 edge+ last month, and the company is now putting all its efforts on its next-generation Galaxy S series device, the Galaxy S7. It appears that the South Korean smartphone giant will continue to release two variants of its flagship smartphone for at least one more year. The SM-G930 […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 9 years ago
Tizen 2.4 beta SDK released, brings mobile payments and much more
Samsung has released Tizen 2.4 beta SDK, it has more than 3,000 new APIs which will help attract a lot of attention with new features for the software. Notable features include support for third-party keyboards which can be packaged as native, all application types are supported which means third-party keyboards will work in both web apps […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 9 years ago
The Galaxy S6 edge+ is a usability nightmare
Say what you will about the “cheap plastics” and “tacky leather backs” of Samsung smartphones from yesteryear, if there was one thing the company did right, it was ergonomics. The plastic and leather backs were great for giving you a good grip when the phones were in your hand, all while your iPhone and HTC-owning friends […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 9 years ago
Verizon updates the Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 and Note Pro 12.2 to Android 5.1.1
North America's largest carrier has started updating two Samsung tablets on different ends of the price spectrum to Android 5.1.1. These tablets are the Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 and the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2, both of which are directly making the jump to 5.1.1 from Android 4.4 KitKat. In addition to all the Lollipop features, the […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 9 years ago
Snapdragon 820 version of the Galaxy S7 tested again, shows improved performance
Samsung is already testing the successor to the Galaxy S6, and unlike last year, the company is quite interested in two variants of the device, one with an Exynos 8890 chipset and the other with a Snapdragon 820 SoC. We reported a few weeks ago that Qualcomm has shipped a newer version of Snapdragon 820 chipset […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 9 years ago
