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First hints of Marshmallow update for Galaxy A5 (2016) and A7 (2016) appear
Though we have always assumed Samsung will provide Android Marshmallow updates for all Galaxy A (2016) devices, there was no concrete evidence pointing in that direction. Now, certifications provide just that. Over at the Wi-Fi Alliance, Samsung had several regional versions of the Galaxy A5 (2016) and Galaxy A7 (2016) certified running Android 6.0 Marshmallow, giving us a first […]
- By Michel G.
- 8 years ago
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[Update: Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge+ too!] Galaxy S6 edge now receiving April security update in Europe
Earlier this week, AT&T distributed this month’s security maintenance update to all its variants of the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge in the United States, and now Samsung is in the process of rolling out an identical upgrade to the factory unlocked model of the Galaxy S6 edge (SM-G925F) in Europe. What’s interesting about this […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Sprint starts rolling out Marshmallow update for the Galaxy S5 Sport and Galaxy Note Edge
Following a successful rollout for the Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note 4 last month, Sprint has today started distributing the long-awaited Marshmallow update to all its carrier-branded variants of the Galaxy S5 Sport and Galaxy Note Edge located in the United States. As you’d expect, the upgrade transports the latest build of Android 6.0.1 […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Galaxy C7 (SM-C7000) benchmarks leak, with Snapdragon 625 and 4GB of RAM
We just received word some weeks ago about Samsung's new, metal unibody Galaxy C series that the Korean giant has in the works for China (though not exclusively so). The Galaxy C5 has leaked in benchmarks, and now, it's the Galaxy C7's turn. The Galaxy C7, bearing model number SM-C7000 (the C5 bears the model number […]
- By Deidre R.
- 8 years ago
Themes Thursday: Here are the ten best themes from this week
This week's Themes Thursday is here to bring you the best themes for your Galaxy smartphone. Samsung released 82 themes this week, and we've highlighted the ten best ones here that caught our fancy. If you like themes with wavy patterns, have a look at [Walk On Mars] Color Party and Bleex themes. The Cherry Blossom […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Possible European release date and adjusted pricing for Gear 360 surface
When Samsung introduced the Gear 360 camera, it mentioned a release in the second quarter of this year, and a European price of €420. Now, a Dutch retailer is providing a more precise shipping date, and Samsung itself seems to have changed its mind about the device's price tag. It is the online retailer Bol.com that […]
- By Michel G.
- 8 years ago
Galaxy Note 6 should get the same accessories as the Galaxy S7
Every new Samsung flagship is accompanied by a host of accessories. Since the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, Samsung's accessories have become more premium and also more useful, with the addition of new options like a keyboard accessory and a fast wireless charger. According to our insiders, Samsung's current offerings will not change with […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
Samsung Z3 gets a discount in India
Samsung launched the Tizen-powered Z3 in India back in October last year. At launch, the handset was priced at ₹8,490 but it appears that only five months after launch several retailers are selling the handset at a discount. Online price comparison site MySmartPrice lists the Samsung Z3 as available for ₹6,900 from three top online retailers […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
4-21-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge, Galaxy S5 mini, and more
Samsung has a plethora of phones and tablets in its lineup and regularly releases firmware updates for various devices. These can include major updates, which bring a newer version of the OS to a particular device, or minor ones that improve performance and stability and fix bugs. Software updates for Samsung devices roll out in various regions […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
AT&T starts pushing out April security update for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge
AT&T is in the midst of rolling out this month’s security maintenance update to all its carrier-branded variants of the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge. In addition to Google’s patches, the upgrade, which weighs in at approximately 173MB, also transports enhancements for the palm rejection functionality that ships on board the latter handset; meaning […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung sold twice as many smartphones as Apple in Q1, 2016
The Galaxy S7 has been lucky for the global smartphone giant Samsung. It managed to sell more than 10 million Galaxy S7 units last month. Not only did the company receive praise from experts for releasing a refined device, but it also managed to sell twice as many smartphones as Apple in the first quarter of […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung planning to go hyperlocal to boost online sales in India
India is the second biggest smartphone market in the world, and Samsung wants to go big in the country. However, there's a price difference between online and offline retailers which leads to confusion among consumers. Also, offline retailers have started to lose business as they can't offer prices as low as some online retailers like […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 8 years ago
Samsung’s latest ads showcase the design and functionality of its Galaxy A (2016) series
Earlier today, Samsung took to its official YouTube channel to share a trio of commercials showcasing the design, camera ability and mobile payment functionality of its latest mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A3 (2016), Galaxy A5 (2016), Galaxy A7 (2016) and Galaxy A9 (2016). https://youtu.be/Hs_56G0CGjs https://youtu.be/St72qtDedpY https://youtu.be/X2meojUo5GQ At present, the Galaxy A (2016) series is only […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung will be making 2nd-generation 10nm chips this year
Samsung has said that later this year it's going to start producing 2nd-generation 10-nanometer chips. The company is said to have met with major chipmakers in Silicon Valley to push its advanced manufacturing and fabrication technologies. It announced plans to deploy new 14-nanometer and 10-nanometer processes. Kelvin Low, senior director at Samsung Semiconductor, said: “We […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Unlocked Galaxy J3 (2016) compatible with T-Mobile and AT&T available on Amazon
Customers in the United States can purchase the Galaxy J3 (2016) through Sprint as well as prepaid carriers Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile. Since all three are CDMA carriers the handset can't be used on GSM networks like AT&T and T-Mobile. Those who would like to use the Galaxy J3 (2016) on GSM networks can […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Gear 360 goes up for pre-order in South Korea
Starting today, residents in South Korea can pre-order Samsung’s first 360-degree camera, the Gear 360. The 15-megapixel pocket-sized unit carries a price tag of ₩399,300 ($350) in the region and is expected to arrive at customers doors before its official release date of April 29. If you choose to pre-order the Gear 360, you'll also […]
- By Josh L.
- 8 years ago
Samsung looks to sell coated NAND flash memory to Apple
Samsung is already part of Apple's supply chain but it appears that the company wants to do more business with its rival. According to a new report Samsung wants to sell Apple coated NAND flash memory that's protected against electromagnetic interference or EMI. Samsung is said to be working with a company called Protec to […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Galaxy S7 edge Olixar Rugged and Olixar Shield case review
We have been taking a few Galaxy S7 edge cases for a spin, and the latest cases we tested are the Olixar Shield and Olixar Rugged. Both are full-fledged cases that nicely wrap around Samsung's edgy beauty and are stronger than the cases we have reviewed up until now. How do they work in real […]
- By Abhijeet Mishra
- 8 years ago
WhatsApp for Tizen gets voice calling support on the Samsung Z3
The native WhatsApp app for Tizen has been updated today with support for a very important feature: voice calling. WhatsApp has flipped the switch for this feature on the Tizen-powered Samsung Z3 smartphone and this update will soon arrive for the Samsung Z1 as well. Users need to be on software version Z300HODD0BPD4 to use […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 8 years ago
Gear S2 Band Adapter goes official, comes in two colors
The Gear S2 Band Adapter leaked in photos late last month and went live on a German retail site just last week, so it was only a matter of time before Samsung made it official. Well, the day has come, as the company has officially announced the release of the Gear S2 Band Adapter for […]
- By Deidre R.
- 8 years ago
