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    New photos show the Galaxy S6 edge on top of a prototype S6 edge+

    New photos show the Galaxy S6 edge on top of a prototype S6 edge+

    If you needed more proof that the Galaxy S6 edge+ will be a bigger version of the Galaxy S6 edge, then the latest batch of leaked photos should give it to you. The photos show a Galaxy S6 edge sitting atop a prototype of its bigger sibling, and reveal a couple of small changes in […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung planning to add touch controls on the side and backside of its future smartphones?

    Samsung planning to add touch controls on the side and backside of its future smartphones?

    A new Samsung patent registered in 2014 shows an interesting new concept regarding touch controls. It appears that they intend to bring more touch actions to their Edge devices which involve the side and the back of the device. The Galaxy S6 Edge and the Note 4 Edge brought forth a lot of interesting new […]

    • By Octav G.
    • 9 years ago
    This infographic shows Samsung’s eccentric color choices for its smartphones

    This infographic shows Samsung’s eccentric color choices for its smartphones

    Ever wondered how Samsung decides what color options would accompany a particular smartphone? Did you know that the selection of the right colors for a device is almost as important as the device's design, and that the colors and material used for a smartphone go hand in hand? Well, some of you probably knew it wasn't a very simple […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    MetroPCS is offering Samsung Galaxy Core Prime 4G for free with $40 or higher plans

    MetroPCS is offering Samsung Galaxy Core Prime 4G for free with $40 or higher plans

    The Galaxy Core Prime 4G, an entry-level smartphone with 4G LTE connectivity, is being currently offered for free by MetroPCS through its ‘Switch to MetroPCS' campaign. The offer is applicable for those who are willing to take up the carrier's $40 or higher plans. Apart from the Galaxy Core Prime 4G, MetroPCS is also offering […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    New entry-level Samsung smartphone found in UAProf, could be the Galaxy Young 3

    New entry-level Samsung smartphone found in UAProf, could be the Galaxy Young 3

    A new entry-level Android smartphone from Samsung, the SM-G150NL, has surfaced on the Internet. A user agent profile of the device was discovered on Samsung's own website by the guys over at NapiDroid.hu. Going by its model number, the device appears to be a successor to the Galaxy Young 2 (SM-G130). It device will have a screen […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung market share ahead of Apple in Q2

    Samsung market share ahead of Apple in Q2

    Samsung's smartphone shipments in the second quarter covered 26.8% of the market share as opposed to 16.4% for Apple. While these numbers are very positive the tech company might see an overall diminished growth this year as opposed to 2014 which is due to smartphone sales stagnating. The Galaxy S6 has sold a lot of […]

    • By Octav G.
    • 9 years ago
    Silicon Valley companies take Samsung’s side in Apple lawsuit

    Silicon Valley companies take Samsung’s side in Apple lawsuit

    A new development in the Samsung-Apple patent battle now involves the biggest companies of Silicon Valley. Facebook, Google, Dell, HP & eBay are all taking Samsung's side in this lawsuit with a petition to the federal appeals court. The petition is meant to spare Samsung from paying the patent infringements caused by the Galaxy devices. […]

    • By Octav G.
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy J5 launching in South Korea for $260

    Samsung Galaxy J5 launching in South Korea for $260

    One of Samsung's first smartphones with a front-facing LED flash, the Galaxy J5, has been announced for the company's home country of South Korea. The Galaxy J5 was launched in China and India earlier this month, and the phone's claim to fame are its imaging prowess. In addition to a 5 MP front camera with […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    07-20-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A5, Galaxy S4 LTE, Galaxy Alpha, and more

    07-20-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A5, Galaxy S4 LTE, Galaxy Alpha, 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
    Incipio case lets you use a microSD card with your Galaxy S6 devices

    Incipio case lets you use a microSD card with your Galaxy S6 devices

    Memory should no longer be an issue if you're a proud owner of a Galaxy S6 or a Galaxy S6 Edge thanks to Incipio. The accessory passes as ‘Offgrid' and it's meant to expand your battery life, but as an added bonus it has a microSD slot. Using the slot you can expand your S6 memory […]

    • By Octav G.
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung offering a free Galaxy S6 with select 4K TVs in the US

    Samsung offering a free Galaxy S6 with select 4K TVs in the US

    Samsung has kicked off a new promotion in the US that is bundling a free 32GB Galaxy S6 with select 4K SUHD TVs. Well, anyone who has the cash to buy one of the TVs that are part of the prmotion won't really be jumping in joy for the free S6, but it's still a good […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 firmware now available online

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 firmware now available online

    The Galaxy Tab S2 with a metal build was announced earlier today, which is Samsung's thinnest tablet ever with a waistline of just 5.9 mm. The tablet will be available for purchase starting next month, but its firmware is already available online. The Galaxy Tab S2 will be offered in two variants; 8.0-inch and 9.7-inch screen sizes, […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy A8 to go on sale in South Korea on July 24

    Samsung Galaxy A8 to go on sale in South Korea on July 24

    A week after getting unveiled in China, the Galaxy A8 has now been confirmed to be launching in Samsung's home market on July 24th. Samsung's thinnest smartphone ever with a waistline of 5.9 mm, the A8 will be available from carrier STK in white and gold for a price of 649,000 won – that comes up […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    How does the Galaxy Tab S2 stack up to the Galaxy Tab S?

    How does the Galaxy Tab S2 stack up to the Galaxy Tab S?

    Samsung's new Galaxy Tab S2 has been given an official unveil, and the tablet brings the company's stunning Super AMOLED displays to its tablet lineup for the third round (second, if you don't want to count the Galaxy Tab 7.7 from 2011.) The original Galaxy Tab S was a nice device overall, but how does […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 hands-on

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 hands-on

    Samsung just announced its thinnest tablet yet in the form of the Galaxy Tab S2, and we were able to go hands-on with the device thanks to Samsung Netherlands. The Tab S2 doesn't exactly have tough shoes to fill – the original Galaxy Tab S had an amazing Super AMOLED display, but a weak processor […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung announces the 5.6 mm thin Galaxy Tab S2

    Samsung announces the 5.6 mm thin Galaxy Tab S2

    Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Tab S2, following an immense amount of leaks and rumors in the past couple of months. At 5.6 mm at the waist, the Galaxy Tab S2 is Samsung's thinnest tablet yet and carries over the Super AMOLED display of its predecessor. The Tab S2 has a more premium design though, […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    Does your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge have any visible cracks?

    Does your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge have any visible cracks?

    We asked our readers late last week whether they use a case for their Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge or whether they prefer to use the device as it is. Surprisingly, many responded that they fall in the latter camp, and while most of us here at SamMobile are using a case for the […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    More Galaxy Note 5 photos surface with S Pen stylus

    More Galaxy Note 5 photos surface with S Pen stylus

    The upcoming Galaxy Note 5 has been seen in cases designed for Samsung’s most prestigious hit of the year, but questions still remain about how the device will look exactly as well as the microSD card slot and removable battery. Few photos have given a decisive answer, but new photos put some definitive answers on […]

    • By Deidre R.
    • 9 years ago
    How’s Android 5.1.1 treating you on your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge?

    How’s Android 5.1.1 treating you on your Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge?

    At this point, Android 5.1.1 has probably reached Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge users in most corners of the world, after a wait that was excruciatingly long in the face of the few issues that plagued the devices on Android 5.0. We ran through the list of new features and changes the 5.1.1 update brings earlier […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    07-17-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S5, Galaxy Tab 4 7.0, Galaxy A3, and more

    07-17-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S5, Galaxy Tab 4 7.0, Galaxy A3, 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