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Over the past few months, Apple started focusing on the South Korean market. First, it launched the Apple Store in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, and then it launched the Apple Pay service in the country to rival Samsung Pay. To counter Apple's moves, Samsung has launched its own flagship store in Gangnam. Samsung Gangnam is […]
Samsung has finally released the May 2023 security update to the Galaxy A52s 5G. It has been a few days since the South Korean firm released its new security update to the Galaxy A52, Galaxy A53, and the Galaxy M53, and people were starting to wonder when would the Galaxy A52s 5G start getting the […]
Samsung has released its latest security update to the Galaxy A53 5G in the US. Both carrier-locked and unlocked models of the smartphone have started getting the May 2023 security update on some carrier networks. Most other carriers are expected to release the new update within the next few days. The latest software update for […]
Samsung has released the May 2023 security update to the carrier-locked versions of phones in the Galaxy S21 series in the US. The international and unlocked versions of the smartphones received the new security update a few days ago. Since this is a minor security update, don't expect it to bring any new features to […]
Samsung is continuing its rollout of the May 2023 security update. The newest phone to get this new update is the carrier-locked version of the Galaxy Z Flip 3. The new software is currently available on some carrier networks, while others are yet to release the update within the next few days. The latest software […]
Tesla CEO Elon Musk met Samsung Electronics Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong for the first time during the latter's recent business trip to the US. The two top-level executives discussed ways to collaborate on automotive semiconductor chips. The meeting was held at Samsung Research America Headquarters in Silicon Valley, California, USA. Reports suggest that Elon Musk […]
Google promised to improve its apps for big-screen devices like foldable phones and tablets with the Android 12L update. Those large-screen optimizations became a part of Android 13 last year. During Google I/O 2023, the company announced that it is improving (or has improved) more than 50 apps for foldables and tablets. Now, the Gboard […]
Last week, Google announced Wear OS 4 during the Google I/O 2023 keynote event. It also released the first Wear OS 4 Developer Preview update that can be used in an emulator. It was revealed that Wear OS 4 brings a new watch face format, improved battery life, and Material You UI. Now, more Wear […]
Samsung has announced that it has signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Bank of Korea to collaborate on technical research for offline CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency). This research aims to bring secure wire transfers and payments to Samsung Galaxy smartphones and smartwatches through a form of digital currency issued by the country's […]
Google shared at the I/O 2023 how developers are working towards adopting the Predictive Back feature in Android 14. Now the latest reports suggest that Predictive Back will be a prominent feature in Android 14, as Chrome developers might also adopt the Predictive Back feature in Android 14. The feature will come to Samsung phones […]
After the launch of Apple Pay in South Korea, Samsung is changing its whole strategy around Samsung Pay. The company's mobile payment service was free for consumers and credit card companies. However, the South Korean firm plans to charge credit card companies in a fashion similar to Apple. Samsung Electronics has reportedly notified all credit […]
Samsung, the world's biggest memory chip maker, is reportedly building a new chip development facility in Yokohama, Japan. This highly symbolic initiative will bring together Japanese and South Korean chip firms to combat competition from the Chinese and Taiwanese markets. This new chip development facility will cost over JPY 40 billion (around $289.5 million) and […]
The Galaxy Z Flip line of clamshell foldables from Samsung is not exactly as flagship-grade as some of us would like. While you get a lot of high-end features, such as the latest Snapdragon chips and 120Hz AMOLED displays, Galaxy Z Flip smartphones are lacking in some areas. The cameras, for example, are not as […]
Samsung has launched Enterprise Editions of the Galaxy A14 (4G), Galaxy A34 5G, and Galaxy A54 5G in Australia. These phones come with enhanced security, tools, applications, and support needed for enterprise businesses. They also come with one year of Samsung Knox Suite, which offers multi-layered protection against malware, hacking, and other cyber threats. Enterprise […]
Samsung has brought ten more channels to its Samsung TV Plus video streaming service in Italy. Samsung TV Plus is among the fastest-growing FAST (Free Ad-Supported TV) services in the world, and with these new channels, the South Korean firm is offering more content to its users. The ten new channels include Baywatch, Crime Series […]
The Wear OS 4 update was announced during the Google I/O 2023 event. Wear OS 4 is based on Android 13, a significant upgrade from Android 11, which formed the base for Wear OS 3.5. Wear OS 4 will be released to the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Galaxy Watch 5, bringing battery life improvements […]
In October 2022, Google announced a redesigned Google Home app for Android smartphones and tablets. A few weeks later, the company made the revamped version of the app available for users through the Public Preview program. That means it was available only for a limited number of users. Well, not anymore. Alongside the launch of […]
Google's Pixel 7a might be one of the new best Android mid-range phones for anyone that's looking for a high level of performance at a lower price, especially now that we can't quite recommend the Galaxy A54 due to general UI performance issues seemingly caused by a lack of optimization around the Exynos 1380 SoC. […]
Samsung has released a Galaxy S23 Ultra Limited Edition bundle for a promotional price. It's available in Vietnam and includes the Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Galaxy Watch 5, and a 15W super fast Wireless Charger Duo. The Limited Edition bundle doesn't feature any special or unique colors or color combinations. The Galaxy S23 Ultra included […]
Oppo can no longer support the Chinese government's dream of becoming self-sufficient in the semiconductor sector. New reports say that the company has suddenly shut down its chip design business to the shock of its employees. News about the smartphone maker establishing an in-house chip design team emerged in December 2022. Back then, rumors said […]