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Samsung Galaxy NX now available in the US for $1,699.99

Samsung Galaxy NX now available in the US for $1,699.99

Looking for a dedicated camera that also gives you the convenience, flexibility, and huge ecosystem of Android? Well, if you've got $1,699.99 lying around, then you can opt for the Galaxy NX, Samsung's mirrorless Android-based camera, which is now available from Amazon and Best Buy in the U.S. for the aforementioned price. Both retailers will […]

  • By Martin R.
  • 11 years ago
Samsung giving free $50 Play Store credit to current and future Galaxy Note 3 owners in the US

Samsung giving free $50 Play Store credit to current and future Galaxy Note 3 owners in the US

If you've recently bought the Galaxy Note 3, one of the best smartphones (and the best phablet) out there, or are planning on buying a new one till January 6th, Samsung is giving you free $50 of Play Store credit to spend on the apps, movies, and other content you wanted but didn't want to spend any […]

  • By Martin R.
  • 11 years ago
US Cellular confirms Android 4.3 update for Galaxy S4 is on hold

US Cellular confirms Android 4.3 update for Galaxy S4 is on hold

Well, news of cancellation of the Android 4.3 update's rollout continues to come in. After AT&T confirmed that the 4.3 update for the Galaxy S4 had been put on hold, US Cellular has done the same. US Cellular's Galaxy S4 started receiving the update on November 8th, which means a lot of folks are now […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update now available for T-Mobile Galaxy S III (SGH-T999)

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update now available for T-Mobile Galaxy S III (SGH-T999)

Two weeks ago, Samsung started rolling out Android 4.3 update for the international Galaxy S III (GT-I9300) but due to some major bugs in the new firmware the upgrade service had to be suspended. However, if you own a T-Mobile Galaxy S III (SGH-T999) then you are in luck! T-Mobile has just released the new Android […]

  • By Danny Dorresteijn
  • 11 years ago
[Deal] Galaxy Gear available for 229 Euros on eBay, shipping worldwide

[Deal] Galaxy Gear available for 229 Euros on eBay, shipping worldwide

Samsung said earlier today that the Galaxy Gear has become the most successful smartwatch in the world, with around 800,000 units sold worldwide in two months. However, for most folks, apart from the limited device compatibility, the $299/EUR 299 price tag will continue to be a deterrent, and that's why deals on the Galaxy Gear […]

  • By Michael R.
  • 11 years ago
Galaxy S5 or Note 4 will feature 64-bit processor, confirms ARM; 128-bit chips might follow soon after

Galaxy S5 or Note 4 will feature 64-bit processor, confirms ARM; 128-bit chips might follow soon after

Ever since Apple unveiled the iPhone 5s with its 64-bit processor, and ever since Samsung followed up the iPhone 5s' announcement with a confirmation that they're working on 64-bit processors as well, everyone has pretty much taken it for granted that these 64-bit CPUs will make it to Samsung devices in 2014. Samsung recently confirmed […]

  • By Johan Nenzén
  • 11 years ago
Samsung infographic on image sensors explains what it takes to make a good smartphone camera

Samsung infographic on image sensors explains what it takes to make a good smartphone camera

Taking photos with a smartphone camera has become rather commonplace today, with smartphones offering image quality that rival those of some cheaper dedicated cameras. However, for most folks, a good camera is usually the one with the higher amount of megapixel count, which isn't actually the case, as a higher megapixel count usually just decides […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
[Deal] AT&T offering up to 50% off on Samsung devices, including Galaxy S4, S4 Zoom, and Note II

[Deal] AT&T offering up to 50% off on Samsung devices, including Galaxy S4, S4 Zoom, and Note II

As the holiday season approaches, many of you are probably looking forward to buying a new smartphone, either for yourself or for a friend or relative, and AT&T wants to help make the holiday shopping a bit cheaper. The carrier is currently offering up to a 50 percent discount on multiple Samsung devices – the […]

  • By Danny Dorresteijn
  • 11 years ago
Samsung to launch Galaxy S4 mini La Fleur Edition between late December and early January

Samsung to launch Galaxy S4 mini La Fleur Edition between late December and early January

Back in October, we revealed that Samsung will be launching a La Fleur edition of the Galaxy S4 mini around Christmas, and now our insider has confirmed that the device will indeed be launching sometime around the end of December/early January. We're still in the dark concerning info about pricing and intended launch markets, though […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Note II (GT-N7100) receives official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update

Samsung Galaxy Note II (GT-N7100) receives official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update

The wait is finally over! Samsung has just started rolling out Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy Note II (GT-N7100). It's been a long time since Samsung updated the Galaxy Note II to a new version of Android. The Galaxy Note II launched with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean out of the box and even today […]

  • By Danny Dorresteijn
  • 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Note II LTE (GT-N7105) receives official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update

Samsung Galaxy Note II LTE (GT-N7105) receives official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update

The wait is finally over! Samsung has just started rolling out Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy Note II LTE (GT-N7105). It's been a long time since Samsung updated the Galaxy Note II to a new version of Android. The Galaxy Note II launched with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean out of the box and even […]

  • By Faryaab S.
  • 11 years ago
Samsung Galaxy Gear gets first custom ROM, includes native app installation and full-featured browser

Samsung Galaxy Gear gets first custom ROM, includes native app installation and full-featured browser

The Galaxy Gear hasn't been what you'd call a successful product for Samsung, reportedly selling only around 50,000 units worldwide since its launch, but that hasn't stopped the development community from working on the device to make it better, and now the first proper custom ROM has appeared for Samsung's smartwatch. Called Null, the ROM […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
[Update 2: 800,000 worldwide] Galaxy Gear sold 50,000 units in South Korea alone

[Update 2: 800,000 worldwide] Galaxy Gear sold 50,000 units in South Korea alone

Update: Oops, looks like the 50,000 sales figure was for South Korea only, which means the Galaxy Gear hasn't performed as bad as previously thought, though sales numbers in Samsung's home country do not necessarily mean the sales have been good in other markets. Update 2: Well, looks like Samsung is doing some damage control […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Apple gets another chance to ban Samsung products in the US

Apple gets another chance to ban Samsung products in the US

Ready for another bout between Apple and Samsung? The latest development comes from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit where the court affirms injunction denial for design patents but Apple can try again with the technical utility patents. Last time Apple had to prove the patented feature as the “sole” reason […]

  • By Kunal G.
  • 11 years ago
Samsung working on portable fitness accessory called the Samsung Sport

Samsung working on portable fitness accessory called the Samsung Sport

The Galaxy S4 was the first Samsung device that had a focus on health-related features, and the Galaxy Gear also comes with a pedometer to help users track various physical parameters. It was rumored that the company is working on numerous wearable devices, and it looks like a portable fitness accessory could be one of […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 Wi-Fi (GT-P5110) receiving Android 4.2.2 update in Germany

Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 Wi-Fi (GT-P5110) receiving Android 4.2.2 update in Germany

Samsung has begun rolling out the Android 4.2.2 update (XXDMJ1) for the Wi-Fi variant of the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 in Germany. Apart from the usual changes and improvements that come as part and parcel of Android 4.2.2, including lockscreen widgets, Daydream screensaver mode, dedicated toggles page in the status bar, and more, the update includes stability […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Android 4.3 update for AT&T Galaxy S4 reportedly pulled because of unmentioned issues

Android 4.3 update for AT&T Galaxy S4 reportedly pulled because of unmentioned issues

Well, things don't seem to be going too well for Samsung's Android 4.3 updates for various devices. After the Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S III was put on hold because of major issues, it looks like AT&T might have done the same for the 4.3 update for the Galaxy S4. According to Android […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Samsung delivers official statement regarding Galaxy S3’s Android 4.3 update issues

Samsung delivers official statement regarding Galaxy S3’s Android 4.3 update issues

Two weeks ago, Samsung finally released the much awaited Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S III, but immediately after updating the device to Android 4.3 users started to complain about various bugs they were encountering. We ourselves tested the Android 4.3 update extensively and came to the conclusion that Samsung might have rushed with […]

  • By Faryaab S.
  • 11 years ago
Samsung targets 100 million tablet shipments for 2014

Samsung targets 100 million tablet shipments for 2014

The tablet market is where Samsung is expected to focus a large part of its resources in the coming year, including tablets with 12.2-inch and larger screens and even those with AMOLED displays. Last we heard, the Korean firm was targeting shipments of 42 million tablets in 2014, but according to the latest report out […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago
Samsung ready to mass produce AMOLED displays with 560ppi pixel density for 2014 smartphones

Samsung ready to mass produce AMOLED displays with 560ppi pixel density for 2014 smartphones

Samsung’s Analyst Day event in Korea earlier this month revealed an interesting tidbit of information – the Korean manufacturer unveiled plans to bring out smartphones in 2014 with displays that have a high pixel density of 560ppi on screen sizes as low as 5-inches (that makes for a resolution of 2560 x 1440). Now, it […]

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 11 years ago