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Galaxy S6 Active passes the FCC, could be the ‘Samsung Zenzero’

Galaxy S6 Active passes the FCC, could be the ‘Samsung Zenzero’

It was less than a day ago that pictures purporting to show the Galaxy S6 Active in the flesh made their way online, and we now have another rumor suggesting the rugged Galaxy S6 is nearing an official launch. According to Phandroid, a device with codename “Samsung Zenzero” was spotted in the visitor logs of […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago

Samsung Smart Switch

  Samsung Smart Switch Mobile Download GALAXY Apps / Download Google Play Samsung Smart Switch Mobile Install the Smart Switch Mobile app on your device. Data transfer between Galaxy devices is just a few taps away. Easy one-click connection With Smart Switch Mobile, data transfer between Galaxy devices is easy. Place your devices close together […]

  • By Danny Dorresteijn
  • 9 years ago
Consumer Reports believes that you should choose the Galaxy S5 instead of the Galaxy S6

Consumer Reports believes that you should choose the Galaxy S5 instead of the Galaxy S6

Many people still diligently follow Consumer Reports' advice when they're in the market to purchase a new device but those who are tech savvy are likely to make decisions by judging the pros and cons on their own. Not everyone will agree with Consumer Reports' recommendations because some of the reasons they cite no longer […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Android 5.1 for Galaxy S6 and S6 edge could arrive in June

Android 5.1 for Galaxy S6 and S6 edge could arrive in June

We were the first to report last month about Samsung developing the Android 5.1 update for the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge. Even though the company hasn't provided a release timeframe there's reason to believe now that the update will be released for these handsets next month. Canadian carrier Rogers has mentioned on its website that […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
[Updated] Samsung Galaxy S6 Active possibly caught in the wild

[Updated] Samsung Galaxy S6 Active possibly caught in the wild

It was back in March when we exclusively reported the Galaxy S6 Active's specifications and the fact that it will initially be launched on AT&T in the United States. We later found out that the handset, SM-G890A, could feature a microSD card slot which is sorely being missed by many on the Galaxy S6. The […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Samsung unveils Artik, its Internet of Things platform

Samsung unveils Artik, its Internet of Things platform

We recently reported that Samsung was about to make a major Internet of Things related announcement in the coming days and today it has. Samsung today unveiled Artik, it's Internet of Things platform, which will basically make it much easier for developers to build IoT solutions. Samsung has launched three new Internet of Things modules […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
05-12-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A5, Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy Note 4, and more

05-12-2015 Firmware Updates: Galaxy A5, Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy Note 4, 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 […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
AT&T Galaxy Tab S 10.5 gets Lollipop

AT&T Galaxy Tab S 10.5 gets Lollipop

The Galaxy Tab S 10.5 on AT&T is receiving a new software update today and it's the one that everybody has been waiting for. AT&T has finally released Android 5.0 Lollipop for the Galaxy Tab S 10.5. The carrier's users have certainly had to wait for a long time considering the fact that the Wi-Fi […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Samsung’s Gear SDK reveals Orbis design, UI, and specifications

Samsung’s Gear SDK reveals Orbis design, UI, and specifications

Earlier today, Samsung released next-generation Gear smartwatch SDK to developers. This SDK comes bundled with comprehensive documentation, sample apps, and explanation about the upcoming Gear smartwatch along with images that help developers in understanding the SDK better. After going through those things, we found some more details about the device, including its possible design and hardware specifications. […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
Samsung’s mid-range lineup is showing noticeable signs of improvements

Samsung’s mid-range lineup is showing noticeable signs of improvements

Samsung is losing market share. That much is true, especially in markets like China and India, and the low-end and mid-range segments are where Samsung has been affected the most. The reason is pretty simple – upstarts like Xiaomi and OnePlus have been offering amazing hardware at low prices, and Samsung's phones have fallen by the wayside […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung releases next-generation Gear smartwatch SDK to developers, rotating bezel confirmed

Samsung releases next-generation Gear smartwatch SDK to developers, rotating bezel confirmed

Last month, Samsung teased an image of its upcoming smartwatch with a circular display, and asked developers to apply for early access to the SDK for building apps for the device. Today, Samsung has released the SDK for its upcoming Gear smartwatch to the developers who signed up. Apparently, the Samsung Gear Early Access SDK allows […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 9 years ago
User agent profiles show up for Galaxy Tab S2, Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7

User agent profiles show up for Galaxy Tab S2, Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7

Samsung may have simplified the method of naming its devices, but the company sure hasn't given up on its habit of launching multiple new phones and tablets from time to time. More often than not, the user agent profiles for upcoming devices show up online on Samsung's mobile website and confirm some specs, and we […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy S6 and S6 edge are getting another update with fingerprint and other improvements

Galaxy S6 and S6 edge are getting another update with fingerprint and other improvements

The Galaxy S6 and S6 edge recently got a software update that was said to fix the memory management issues that has been ruining the experience for many on the two devices. That update hasn't shown up in too many regions since it started rolling out, and it seems it might have been a limited release, […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 9 years ago
Samsung starts manufacturing handsets in Indonesia

Samsung starts manufacturing handsets in Indonesia

We reported late last year that Samsung is going to set up a factory in Indonesia and start producing mobile devices there to meet the country's demand. Samsung never revealed the size of this investment but said that it hopes to build up capacity to produce 900,000 units per month but initially the factory is […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy S6 sales not spectacular in Japan despite the removal of Samsung’s corporate branding

Galaxy S6 sales not spectacular in Japan despite the removal of Samsung’s corporate branding

We recently reported that Samsung had decided to forego its corporate branding in Japan and was now selling its latest handsets under the “Galaxy” branding in Japan. Units being sold in the country don't have the Samsung logo on them or even on the box but it appears that this rebranding effort hasn't done much […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Some Galaxy S6 owners irked by Samsung popup that refuses to go away

Some Galaxy S6 owners irked by Samsung popup that refuses to go away

There's no doubt in the fact that the Galaxy S6 is the best flagship handset that Samsung has ever made but it's not without its problems. There have already been multiple reports of various issues and bugs that users noticed soon after they got their hands on the new handset. Some Galaxy S6 owners are […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
T-Mobile will offer $100 to customers who buy a Samsung smartphone and tablet

T-Mobile will offer $100 to customers who buy a Samsung smartphone and tablet

According to a new report T-Mobile will soon launch a new promotion for folks in the United States who would like to purchase Samsung's mobile devices, the carrier will entice users with $100 who purchase a Samsung smartphone and tablet together. Those who purchase the qualifying smartphones and tablets together from T-Mobile they will receive […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Galaxy Tab S2 3D renders hint at what the tablet could look like

Galaxy Tab S2 3D renders hint at what the tablet could look like

It has been quite some time since Samsung released a high-end tablet which is why there's a lot of hype for the Galaxy Tab S2, a new flagship tablet that the company is expected to announce next month. While Samsung has not shown off the tablet just yet we have seen renders of the Galaxy […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 9 years ago
Get your Galaxy S6 in the Malaysian trade-up program, from now until May 31st

Get your Galaxy S6 in the Malaysian trade-up program, from now until May 31st

You’ve been eyeing your best friend’s Galaxy S6 or S6 edge for some time now, wanting to make the jump but feeling a little guilty because you just purchased your Galaxy Note 4 a few months ago. Well, you need not feel guilty. Samsung Malaysia has opened a new trade-up program for customers looking to […]

  • By Deidre R.
  • 9 years ago
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 810 statement leaves much to be desired

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 810 statement leaves much to be desired

Qualcomm has now decided to answer the claims that have been made about its octa-core, Snapdragon 810 processor. Qualcomm confirmed earlier this year that a major manufacturer wouldn’t be using its Snapdragon 810; many picked Samsung as the secret manufacturer, and Samsung witnessed to it when the Korean manufacturer announced its Galaxy S6 and S6 […]

  • By Deidre R.
  • 9 years ago