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Galaxy S21 could ditch Samsung displays for cheaper Chinese OLEDs

Galaxy S21 could ditch Samsung displays for cheaper Chinese OLEDs

The next generation of Galaxy S smartphones could ditch Samsung's own displays in favor of cheaper Chinese OLEDs – at least partially. Following almost a full month's worth of preliminary negotiations with BOE, Samsung Electronics today sent an official request for quotation to the Beijing-based manufacturer, industry insiders claim. The timing of the move coincides with the […]

  • By Dominik Bosnjak
  • 4 years ago
Daily Deal: 49% off an ExpressVPN subscription

Daily Deal: 49% off an ExpressVPN subscription

VPN providers are gaining popularity. This is partly due to the current situation where a lot of people have to stay home. By using a VPN you make sure that you're browsing privately as you're using a dedicated VPN IP address with encryption. You'll also be able to use an ultra-fast server is one of […]

  • By SM Picks
  • 4 years ago
Samsung’s South Carolina plant reopens with $350 bonus for new workers

Samsung’s South Carolina plant reopens with $350 bonus for new workers

Many of Samsung's manufacturing plants across the globe have had to suffer disruptions to the COVID19 pandemic. The company would quickly shut them down if cases were detected in order to prevent a massive outbreak. It has been able to do a good job of preventing large scale outbreaks at its factories. Samsung's Newberry County, […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 4 years ago
Samsung is working on version of Galaxy A71 5G for Verizon’s network

Samsung is working on version of Galaxy A71 5G for Verizon’s network

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A71 5G last month and said that it would be coming to the US soon. The mid-range smartphone only supports sub-6GHz 5G, while Verizon uses mmWave 5G. That makes the South Korean firm's phone incompatible with Verizon's 5G network. However, the South Korean firm seems to be working on a new […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Samsung to supply batteries for Hyundai’s future electric cars

Samsung to supply batteries for Hyundai’s future electric cars

Samsung and Hyundai have been collaborating on automobile technology for six years, but their partnership grew bigger this year. The two South Korean companies have decided to collaborate for electric cars. Apart from providing Exynos chipsets and OLED screens, Samsung will also supply batteries for future Hyundai electric cars. It is being reported that Samsung […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Samsung applies for three screen cover patents for foldable phones

Samsung applies for three screen cover patents for foldable phones

Samsung uses a plastic film over the Galaxy Fold's foldable display and an Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) cover over the Galaxy Z Flip's foldable screen. However, both materials are sourced from the company's display manufacturing arm, who, in turn, buys the base materials from other firms. The South Korean chaebol's smartphone business is trying to be […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Aura Blue Galaxy Buds+ are now available in the US

Aura Blue Galaxy Buds+ are now available in the US

Samsung had unveiled the Galaxy Buds+ alongside the Galaxy S20 series earlier this year. The company's latest truly wireless earphones were initially launched in four color variants: Black, Light Blue, Red, and White. A few weeks later, pink and Thom Browne versions were unveiled as well. Now, the company has launched an additional color variant of […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Galaxy Note 20 to lack this controversial Galaxy S20 Ultra camera feature

Galaxy Note 20 to lack this controversial Galaxy S20 Ultra camera feature

The Galaxy Note 20 series is expected to be unveiled in Q3 of 2020, but exciting information about the phone has started leaking already. It has been previously reported that the next Galaxy Note series could feature a slightly improved Exynos processor and a more energy-efficient 120Hz screen. Now, it is being rumored that the […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Here’s when you can buy the smallest Galaxy S20 on Verizon

Here’s when you can buy the smallest Galaxy S20 on Verizon

The Galaxy S20 5G for Verizon boasts custom support for mmWave 5G networks and will be available for purchase starting early June.

  • By Abhijeet Mishra
  • 4 years ago
Is the Galaxy A10e waterproof? No, but here’s your cheapest option

Is the Galaxy A10e waterproof? No, but here’s your cheapest option

Given that it was Samsung's best-selling phone in the USA last quarter, some of you might be wondering, is the Galaxy A10e waterproof or water resistant? After all, some fans of the Galaxy brand seemingly consider a phone's IP rating to be one of its biggest selling points, so an IP rating must've led to […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 4 years ago
Portable SSD T7 available in the USA for prices lower than the T7 Touch

Portable SSD T7 available in the USA for prices lower than the T7 Touch

After being released on pre-order terms in Germany last week, the Samsung Portable SSD T7 is now available in the USA in all three storage configurations and color options. As mentioned before, the Portable SSD T7 is identical to the Portable SSD T7 Touch, except is comes in different colors and it lacks a fingerprint […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 4 years ago
Daily Deal: 25% off the Galaxy Watch Active

Daily Deal: 25% off the Galaxy Watch Active

The Galaxy Watch Active is another great smartwatch by Samsung. It's so lightweight and comfortable to wear you can even wear it to bed without being bothered by it. It comes with plenty of tracking features so you're sure you can track the progress of your workout and exercise routines. With GPS on board, you […]

  • By SM Picks
  • 4 years ago
New NavStar update improves Galaxy Fold cover display navigation bar

New NavStar update improves Galaxy Fold cover display navigation bar

Samsung's Good Lock module NavStar just got a new update to version 2.0.00.5. The update fixes a few issue and includes a couple of additions for tablets and foldable devices. Overall though, it seems to focus largely on improving the Galaxy Fold experience. A new button for unfolding the multi-window tray has been added to […]

  • By Mihai Matei
  • 4 years ago
Verizon intros Galaxy S10e BOGO deal with an extra $150 gift card

Verizon intros Galaxy S10e BOGO deal with an extra $150 gift card

Verizon launched a comprehensive sale of Samsung's Galaxy S10 smartphones led by an attractive BOGO deal on the Galaxy S10e. Buying this compact Android flagship from the carrier at full price makes you eligible for a $600 discount on any other device from the series. As that's precisely how much the Galaxy S10e is currently […]

  • By Dominik Bosnjak
  • 4 years ago
[Poll Results!] Do you agree that Samsung’s next flagship tablet should be water-resistant?

[Poll Results!] Do you agree that Samsung’s next flagship tablet should be water-resistant?

A shortcoming we pointed out in our Galaxy Tab S6 review, we feel that it's about time that Samsung's flagship tablets had an IP rating for dust and water resistance. Many of its flagship and mid-range smartphones already do, but the same does not hold true for its tablets. Wouldn't you like to use your […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 4 years ago
New Galaxy A phones could get Optical Image Stabilization soon

New Galaxy A phones could get Optical Image Stabilization soon

OIS or Optical Image Stabilization functionality isn't something that you'd find on affordable devices. As competition in this segment of the market heats up, Samsung is looking to make its Galaxy A series of affordable devices stand out of the crowd. A new report claims that Samsung is going to bring Optical Image Stabilization to […]

  • By Adnan Farooqui
  • 4 years ago
Samsung heir meets Chinese leader to improve business cooperation

Samsung heir meets Chinese leader to improve business cooperation

On his first overseas business trip in months, Samsung heir apparent Lee Jae-Yong visited the company's memory chip factory in Xi'an, China. During his two-day visit, he also met Hu Heping, Communist Party Secretary of the Shaanxi province, to improve business ties. During the meeting, Hu Heping reportedly expressed appreciation for Samsung offering quarantine aid […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Samsung extends its lead in TV segment with all-time high market share

Samsung extends its lead in TV segment with all-time high market share

Samsung has extended its lead in the global TV market during Q1 2020. Amid the COVID-19 lockdown, the company's market share hit an all-time high, according to the latest numbers. The South Korean TV giant accounted for 32.4 percent of the world's TV market in terms of value. This number was up 3.1 percent from […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Samsung Electronics Membership program revamped with higher benefits

Samsung Electronics Membership program revamped with higher benefits

Samsung has announced that it has revamped the Samsung Electronics Membership program in South Korea, offering a new rating and wider benefits to its loyal customers. Since the membership's launch in 2009, over 28 million people have been a part of it. With the revamped membership, around 700,000 general members received the new ‘Star' rating. […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago
Samsung’s smartphone business to benefit from Huawei’s ban by the US

Samsung’s smartphone business to benefit from Huawei’s ban by the US

Samsung is still the world's largest smartphone vendor, according to the latest market research numbers. However, it was facing fierce competition from the second-largest smartphone brand, Huawei. A few days ago, the US extended its ban on Huawei and its subsidiaries over fears related to data security. This decision will likely prove to be a […]

  • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
  • 4 years ago