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Samsung files four patents for flexible displays in the US
The Galaxy Round, the world's first smartphone with a curved ‘flexible' display, might be a prototype of sorts for Samsung, but it's no secret that the Korean manufacturer is taking flexible displays seriously. On that front, Samsung has filed four new patents for flexible displays with the US Patent Office. The patents are rather broad […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Korean Galaxy S4 (SHV-E300K) receives official Android 4.3 update
Samsung promised at its Mobile UNPACKED Episode 2 event that it will start rolling out Galaxy S4 updates in October and we are very pleased that Samsung has kept their promise. As Samsung has just started rolling out Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) update to the Galaxy S4 (SHV-E300K. Now let’s talk about the new Android […]
- By Danny Dorresteijn
- 11 years ago
Samsung apologizes to Chinese consumers, offers free Galaxy S3 and Note II repairs
Samsung has issued an apology to its consumers in China, after China’s state broadcaster blasted the company in a half-an-hour program for issues with the Galaxy S3 and Note II, namely the issue which caused devices to stop working due to the use of defective NAND chips (the infamous Superbrick). In a statement issued on its Chinese website, Samsung […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Xtorm launches solar-powered 3000mAh battery pack for Galaxy S4
We've got everything we could possibly want on our smartphones these days, everything except good battery life, which makes accessories like battery packs a rather attractive buy. If you've been looking to extend the usage times on your Galaxy S4, then Xtorm's Solar Power Pack could be the best and most, um, juicy battery pack […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Verizon Galaxy S4 mini confirmed to carry carrier logo on home button
Back when we first got an unofficial glimpse at Verizon's Galaxy S4 mini, we were disappointed to find that the carrier had decided to put its logo on the home button, like it did with the Galaxy Note II last year (and thankfully didn't with the Note 3). However, we were still hoping against hope […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung already testing ID chips for accessories on the Galaxy Note 3?
Yesterday, the Korean publication ETNews published a report indicating that Samsung was looking at controlling the accessory market for its devices, by implementing an identification chip inside accessories such as smart covers and wireless chargers. Today, ETNews has followed up with another report, and this one says that Samsung is already testing that chip in […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
T-Mobile offering Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 for $0 upfront cost on contract
As part of its “Uncarrier” strategy, T-Mobile will be giving away the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (and Google's new Nexus 7) for $0 upfront payment, as part of its initiative to let consumers buy tablets and pay the full price for the device in monthly installments. The Tab 2 10.1 will set you back $19 […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Apple wants to impose sanctions on Samsung over leaked agreement
Apple and Samsung have been battling out in the court over patent infringements for couple of years now but the companies argued yesterday in the San Jose court over leaked patent licensing agreements. The story so far is that Apple handed patent licensing agreements with Nokia, Ericsson, Sharp and Philips marked with “Attorney Eyes Only”. […]
- By Kunal G.
- 11 years ago
More than 40 million Samsung Galaxy S4 units sold worldwide
The Galaxy S4, Samsung's first 1080p flagship, has been quite a success in the market, reaching milestones of 20 million and 30 million units in two and four months respectively. The growth in sales has slowed down since then, with only around 5 million units said to have been shipped in August, and according to […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung releases Android 4.3 kernel source code for Galaxy S4
Last week, Samsung finally decided to roll out Android 4.3 update to the Galaxy S4 (GT-I9500 & GT-I9505). Immediately after the release many developers started to wonder when will Samsung release the new kernel source code so they can begin modifying and tweaking the fresh new code. I'm pleased to tell all developers out there that […]
- By Faryaab S.
- 11 years ago
Samsung announces Galaxy S4 mini for US, releasing in November
We got a hint about its impending arrival and though there’s no pink coloured Galaxy S4 mini in sight (yet!), Samsung just announced the Galaxy S4 mini for the United States. The phone is expected in November on major carriers like Sprint, Verizon, AT&T and U.S. Cellular and will bring the goodness of Galaxy S4 […]
- By Kunal G.
- 11 years ago
Could the Galaxy S2 still get Android 4.2?
By now, it's become pretty clear that chances of the Galaxy S2 (and Galaxy Note) getting updated to Android 4.2 are slim to none. Our insiders said the device has reached end of support, and later Australian carrier Telstra confirmed that the update won't be coming, at least on the 4G variant of the device. […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear appear in Redfoo’s newest single ‘Let’s Get Ridiculous’
The Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear have been advertised heavily by Samsung, through internet and television ads, billboards, and more, with the Note 3 even becoming the official Olympics phone. However, while most of the marketing is in-your-face, Samsung seems to have done some subtle marketing as well, the best example of which we […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
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[Deal] Nexus 10 32GB Wi-Fi now available for $350 on eBay
Well, eBay is at it again, looking to sell off as many Nexus 10 as it possibly can by offering nice little deals on Google's only tablet made by Samsung. After reducing the price of the 16GB Nexus 10 back in September, eBay is now giving away the 32GB variant for just $350, which is […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung acquires 7.4 percent stake in Corning, maker of Gorilla Glass
Corning, maker of the Gorilla Glass that is used on basically every high-end smartphone out there, has announced that it has taken full control of Samsung Corning Precision Materials Co. Ltd., a joint venture 43 percent owned by Samsung. In return, Samsung will be getting a 7.4 percent stake in Corning, valued at $1.9 billion […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung to extend Galaxy Gear compatibility to more devices
Galaxy Gear was compatible with the Galaxy Note 3 but Samsung has now confirmed the compatibility with eight new devices. We knew Galaxy S4, Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note II will support the smartwatch after an Android 4.3 update but Samsung has also added Samsung Galaxy S4 mini, S4 Active, Mega 5.8, Mega 6.3, […]
- By Kunal G.
- 11 years ago
Galaxy S4 with Snapdragon 800 and LTE-A arrives in Europe
It looks like those in European nations will soon be able to buy a Galaxy S4 that's as fast and quick as all the recent Android flagships, including Samsung's own Galaxy Note 3, as the Snapdragon 800-powered Galaxy S4 has made its way to Europe, ending its South Korean exclusivity. The upgraded variant comes with […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung giving free Galaxy Note 3 to all Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics athletes
In a nice little move to increase exposure of the Galaxy Note 3, Samsung will be giving away the device for free to every athlete participating in the upcoming Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. The handset has been named the Olympic Games Phone, in a move Samsung says will allow athletes “to enjoy, capture and share their Olympic […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung to enforce usage of official accessories?
It looks like Samsung really wants you to use only that which it officially makes itself. After the region lock that has troubled users just because Samsung wants to put a lid on grey imports, a report out of the Korean media suggests that the company might be looking at enforcing the use of official […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Express 2 LTE headed to Vodafone UK on October 23rd
Samsung UK has announced that an updated version of the Galaxy Express, a mid-range handset launched earlier this year, will be heading to Vodafone UK on October 23rd, called the Galaxy Express 2. The device will be made available in “ceramic white” and “Rigel blue” color options, with the latter exclusive to Vodafone; the handset till […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 11 years ago
