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Google clamping down on Samsung’s control over Android
Google has always allowed Android manufacturers to make their own customizations to the software that powers their smartphones and tablets but now evidence has surfaced which reveals that the company is tightening requirements for manufacturing partners that want to build Android devices. Confidential documents obtained by The Information show that since Google wants the Android experience […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 10 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 manual download available now
Samsung's new flagship was unveiled earlier this month at the IFA 2014 show in Berlin and a couple of weeks after that the company confirmed when the device is going to start shipping. Those who have already placed their pre-orders have to wait for a couple of week snow as shipments don't start until mid-October. […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 10 years ago
Sprint Galaxy S5 SM-G900P Android 4.4.4 update leaked
Even though Samsung has been pretty quick in rolling out the latest version of KitKat, Android 4.4.4, to its major devices yet Sprint subscribers are still waiting for the update on their Galaxy S5 units. The carrier itself has not revealed when it would be rolling out this update so there's a bit of confusion […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 10 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S5 Active, Galaxy Note Edge and Galaxy Tab S 8.4 announced for Japan
NTT Docomo, which is one of the key telecom operators in Japan, has announced three new devices from Samsung as a part of their winter line-up; the Galaxy S5 Active (SC-02G), Galaxy Note Edge and Galaxy Tab S 8.4. The Galaxy S5 Active, which was restricted to the North American market, will now be available in the Japanese […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 10 years ago
Samsung explains the ‘Edge’ display on the Galaxy Note Edge with an infographic
The Galaxy Note Edge is an important device, perhaps more so than the Galaxy Note 4. It's a sign that we are finally approaching a time when curved displays can become more commonplace than before, even if the Galaxy Note Edge itself will be a concept device. What makes the Galaxy Note Edge so special […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
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[Update] First Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (SM-N910) firmware now online
The Galaxy Note 4 is set to launch worldwide in October, and now, the first firmware for Samsung's latest phablet flagship has gone online. The firmware is for one of the Chinese variants of the device (model number SM-N9106W), and is based on Android 4.4.4 and has the build number N9106WZNU1ANIF. As usual, you can […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 outlasts its rivals in battery life tests
The Galaxy Note 4 which was revealed earlier this month during IFA 2014, has already been reviewed by Korean website, PlayWare. In the review, the Exynos version of the Galaxy Note 4 (SM-N910) has been tested rigorously and put through some varied variety of tests such as peak display brightness calibration, Wi-Fi and screen-on time, video playback, […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 10 years ago
Galaxy Ace Style LTE quietly listed on Samsung Germany website
Samsung has quietly listed on the Galaxy Ace Style LTE on its website in Germany. The device bears a model number SM-G357FZ and features a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED display with WVGA (800 x 480 pixels) resolution, a 1.2GHz quad-core processor of an unspecified make, 1GB of RAM and 4GB of ROM along with an ability to expand the […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 10 years ago
[UPDATED: ‘It’s a feature’] Samsung Galaxy Note 4 build issues reported by South Korean buyers
While the Galaxy Note 4 is slated for a launch in over 140 countries starting October, South Korean consumers have had the option to buy Samsung's new phablet flagship since September 26th. However, it looks like some of the early adopters of the Galaxy Note 4 in Samsung's home country might not be too happy with […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
09-29-2014 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S DUOS 2, Galaxy Alpha, Galaxy S5 mini, 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
- 10 years ago
Samsung’s new Galaxy Note 4 ad is extremely silly and full of forced puns
Samsung's commercials are usually quite good and entertaining, but the new ad released by the company for the Galaxy Note 4 will probably have you tearing your hair out. At 4 minutes long, the ad is basically about two guys so taken with the Galaxy Note 4 that they decide to include the word ‘note' […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
Clove UK taking pre-orders for Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, priced at £650
UK retailer Clove recently said that the Galaxy Note Edge won't be coming to the UK in its initial launch and that units of the device would be hard to come by. However, it seems Clove is pretty confident it will be able to get the device from elsewhere, something the retailer said it would […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
Samsung launches the Galaxy Alpha in India, prices it at INR 39,990 ($653)
After launching it in the UK two weeks ago, Samsung has launched their first metal-clad Android smartphone, the Galaxy Alpha in India. Indian users can purchase the Galaxy Alpha for INR 39,990 ($ 653) starting from the first week of October. The device will be available for purchase through online stores as well as traditional brick and mortar […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 10 years ago
09-26-2014 Firmware Updates: Galaxy Note 8.0, Galaxy S4, Galaxy Note 3 LTE, 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
- 10 years ago
Samsung SM-A700 (Galaxy A7) to have a 5.5-inch screen, dual SIM slots
More details about Samsung's A series of devices, the SM-A700 in particular, have made their way online today. The SM-A700 has reached India for testing, and its listing on import tracking site Zauba has revealed that the device will feature a 5.5-inch screen. As we've already confirmed exclusively, the display will have an HD resolution, […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
Exclusive: Samsung’s first low-end Tizen phone will have 3.2MP camera, dual SIM slots, run Tizen 2.3
After months of delays, Samsung officially announced the Samsung Z, the first commercial Tizen-powered smartphone, back in June this year. However, the Samsung Z has still not made it to markets, and rumors have hinted that Samsung plans to ditch the Z and focus on launching low-end handsets given the explosive growth the budget smartphone segment […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active Hands-on
Samsung introduced the Galaxy Tab Active at IFA 2014 in Berlin, Germany. The announcement was rather quite as the device didn’t receive a single mention at the company’s big UNPACKED 2014 Episode 2 event where it launched the Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge, Gear S and the Gear VR. However, Samsung did let us play with […]
- By Faryaab S.
- 10 years ago
09-25-2014 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S III, Galaxy Alpha, Galaxy Tab 4 7.0, 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
- 10 years ago
Samsung’s A series phones to feature LTE connectivity, Galaxy A7 to launch in limited countries
Following an exclusive leak of the Galaxy A5, one of Samsung's upcoming A series of phones, we have obtained more information on the three devices the company is planning to launch. According to our sources, all three Galaxy A phones will feature LTE connectivity; this includes the Galaxy A3 (a tentative name), which will be the lowest-end […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S III LTE (GT-i9305N) gets Android 4.4.4 update
The original Galaxy S III isn't getting any update love from Samsung ever since the device reached the end of its 18-month support period, but its international LTE variant, launched a few months later, is surely on the top of Samsung's support list as it has begun getting an update to Android 4.4.4. The update […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 10 years ago
