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Samsung Galaxy Gear gets first software update (V700XXUAMJ8)
The Galaxy Note 3 has received a couple of software updates since its launch, but it's only now that it's companion smartwatch, the Galaxy Gear, is receiving the first software update. Currently out in the United Kingdom, the update has the build number V700XXUAMJ8, and from our short time with it, we haven't noticed anything […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung releases Android 4.3 kernel source for Galaxy S3
When it comes to releasing kernel source code, Samsung wastes no time. The Android 4.3 rollout for the Galaxy S3 has only just begun, but interested developers can already download the relevant kernel source from Samsung's Open Source Release Center, and start releasing custom kernels and ROMs that work well with the official Android 4.3 […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Nexus S gets custom Android 4.4 ROM, said to be “running pretty fast”
Android 4.4 KitKat might tout its ability to run great on hardware with as low as 512MB of RAM, but that doesn't mean manufacturers are going to be updating older devices to the new version of Android. The Galaxy Nexus isn't getting an official update, so the Nexus S never stood a chance either, but […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung brings Galaxy Trend Lite to Taiwan, expected price to be around $170
Samsung seems to be extending availability of the Galaxy Trend Lite – after launching the downgraded Galaxy Trend in Netherlands without any fanfare, Samsung has done the same in Taiwan as well, though the device doesn't actually seem to be available for purchase yet. It is expected to be priced at around NT$4990 (or USD 170), […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 arrives on Australian carrier Optus
Australian carrier Optus has added a new mid-range Samsung smartphone to its lineup, the Galaxy Ace 3, which was launched internationally earlier this year. Outright, the phone is priced at $288, but for those going for a contract, the monthly cost will be $37 in addition to the handset repayment cost (which remains unknown as […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung working on 13.3-inch tablet, expects to sell 42 million tablets next year
A report published by Korean news site yesterday suggested that Samsung has reduced its focus on the high-end smartphone market and will be focusing on the low-end/mid-range and tablets instead. A followup report claims that Samsung is looking to sell around 42 million tablets in 2014, and is working on a 13.3-inch tablet, in addition […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung brings Galaxy Win to South Korea
Samsung has announced a new LTE-equipped handset for its home market. The Galaxy Win will sell on SKT and LG U+ for 550,000 won and the affordable price tag brings support for 4G LTE and 1.4GHz quad-core processor. The international Galaxy Win features a slower 1.2GHz quad-core processor. The phone runs on Android 4.2 and […]
- By Kunal G.
- 11 years ago
Samsung to focus on tablets and low-end devices in 2014, not on Galaxy S5 and other premium models?
According to a new report, Samsung expects to sell only 360 million smartphones next year. Wait, “only” 360 million, isn't that a lot? Well, yes, it is, but for Samsung, a company that has seen immense growth in sales in recent years, with the Galaxy S4 becoming its most successful device this year, that's the smallest […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Mugen launches 5500mAh battery for Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
For those looking to extend the usage times of their Galaxy S4 Active, Mugen has announced the availability of a 5,500mAh battery for the device, which it promises will last over twice as long as the standard battery, which has a capacity of 2,600mAh. Not a far-fetched claim, considering the capacity has been more than […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom for AT&T official, launching November 8th
We knew the Galaxy S4 Zoom was headed for an AT&T launch, and today the carrier has officially announced that it will be carrying Samsung's camera-cum-phone, with availability set to begin from November 8th. The price has been set at $199 on a two-year contract, or $25 a month on AT&T's Next program; you'll also […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung extends patent licensing agreement with Nokia for five years
Android might be free, but when a manufacturer wants to make an Android phone, it has to pay the price of a few patents that companies like Microsoft and Nokia have held for a few years; when you don't pay that price officially, you get sued into oblivion by the likes of Apple and so […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Report: Samsung’s 12.2-inch Galaxy Note to go into production by end of 2013
Samsung's 12.2-inch tablet could go into production by the end of 2013, according to a new report published by DigiTimes. The report specifically talks about the tablet's screen, saying that Samsung has adopted a film-based capacitive touch solution provided by China-based Shenzhen O-film Tech, and that the company hopes its global brand recognition and marketing […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung’s first Tizen phone delayed to 2014?
Things don't seem to be going so well for Tizen, Samsung's upcoming mobile OS. After its launch was delayed from early 2013 to late 2013, word is coming in from the Korean media that the launch might have been delayed yet again, to sometime in spring next year. Earlier rumors suggested that CEO JK Shin […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update now rolling out for Samsung Galaxy S III (GT-I9300)
After releasing Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S4, Samsung has finally started rolling out the new update for the Galaxy S III (GT-I9300). Galaxy S III users were waiting for this update for several months now as Samsung didn't update the Galaxy S III and the Galaxy Note II to Android 4.2, and the […]
- By Faryaab S.
- 11 years ago
Samsung shows off concepts for possible flexible display devices
After much rumors and speculation, a device with a flexible display was finally unveiled by Samsung in the Galaxy Round, followed by LG with the LG G Flex. However, while we were all expecting something similar to what we see in sci-fi movies, these devices don't make much use of flexible displays, other than using […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung W2014 officially unveiled: flip phone with Snapdragon 800 under the hood
The clamshell phone powered by the mighty Snapdragon 800 processor (clocked at 2.3GHz) that we've been hearing about in recent times has finally been made official by Samsung, at China Telecom's “Heart of the World” charity concert. The device will be joining the SM-W2013 and the recently launched Galaxy Golden in the carrier's flip phone […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Exclusive: I9300XXUGMJ9 – Android 4.3 Jelly Bean leaked firmware for the Galaxy S III
After leaking Android 4.3 for the Galaxy S4 and the Galaxy Note II, we finally managed to obtain a test build for the Galaxy S III (GT-I9300) – I9300XXUGMJ9. This is the first ever Android 4.3 leak for the Galaxy S III and we would like to thank our insider as this test build was […]
- By Faryaab S.
- 11 years ago
Custom Android 4.4 KitKat ROMs now available for the Galaxy Nexus
As expected, the development community has come to the rescue of the Galaxy Nexus, after Google announced that its 2011 Nexus wouldn't be getting updated past Android 4.3 to 4.4 KitKat – a couple of custom Android 4.4 ROMs are now available for the device, built from the Android 4.4 source that Google released right […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
First Tizen phone (Z9005) appears in hands-on video
The Z9005, a high-end Tizen phone that shares specs with the Galaxy S3, has been in the news quite often, and now we can take a look at a hands-on video of the device, showcasing Tizen, Samsung's mobile operating system that the company hopes will one day power everything from mobile to banks, cars, televisions, and […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung and LG take the competition to China
Samsung and LG have always been competing against each other in their home country, South Korea, and the fact that both companies released a smartphone with a curved display around the same time shows the extent of that competition. Now, the competition is reportedly heading to China for both companies, as each looks to court […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
