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    Telus delays Marshmallow rollout for the Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note 5

    Telus delays Marshmallow rollout for the Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note 5

    Two weeks ago, Telus published its Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update schedule for its carrier-branded variants of the Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note 5. However, it's now issued a statement declaring that it will not be able to meet its self-imposed distribution deadlines of March 9th and March 16th. Instead, it will […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Mobile is the most trusted consumer electronics company operating in India

    Samsung Mobile is the most trusted consumer electronics company operating in India

    Earlier today, Samsung Mobile was named the most trusted consumer electronic brand operating in India by the country's official Trust Advisory. The South Korean company managed to scoop the top spot, closely followed by Sony and LG who take up the second and third places, respectively. It comes as no surprise to see Samsung at […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung launches four new ultra-thin ‘Notebook 9’ ultrabooks

    Samsung launches four new ultra-thin ‘Notebook 9’ ultrabooks

    If you are in the market for an ultra-thin and light laptop that doesn't have an Apple logo on it, you should have a look at the new ultrabook lineup from Samsung dubbed ‘Notebook 9'. The lineup consists of four new ultra-thin yet decently powerful laptops that weigh as light as 860 grams and as thin […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    Verizon’s Galaxy Note 5 starts receiving Android Marshmallow update

    Verizon’s Galaxy Note 5 starts receiving Android Marshmallow update

    Verizon’s Galaxy S5 became the first Samsung smartphone variant in the US to get Android 5.0 Lollipop when it arrived in the US, but the carrier had to recall the update and re-release it at a later time due to some problems. Now, though, Verizon is making headlines again: this time, it is the first American […]

    • By Deidre R.
    • 9 years ago
    Galaxy TabPro S can be purchased in the Netherlands starting today

    Galaxy TabPro S can be purchased in the Netherlands starting today

    Starting today, consumers in the Netherlands can purchase the Galaxy TabPro S. It is available through Samsung's official website as well as from TabletCenter.nl. The Wi-Fi-only variant with Windows 10 Home operating system can be lapped up for as low as €999, while the variant with Windows 10 Pro operating system is priced at €1,099. The LTE variant of the tablet is priced at €1,199. The Windows […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    If you’ve pre-ordered the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge you can now redeem your free Gear VR

    If you’ve pre-ordered the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge you can now redeem your free Gear VR

    If you’re lucky enough to have pre-ordered either the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge after their announcement two weeks ago, you can now officially redeem the Virtual Reality headset via Samsung’s promotions page using details included on your receipt to have your Gear VR shipped out. The redemption process is compulsory for all customers […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    Short movie showcases just how good the Galaxy S7’s camera is

    Short movie showcases just how good the Galaxy S7’s camera is

    Earlier this week, we showed you how the Galaxy S7 blew the iPhone 6S out of the water when put head-to-head in a camera showdown, and today we’re getting a second look at Samsung’s upcoming flagships image-capturing capabilities. Aspiring filmmaker Ash Tailor spent some time with the recently-announced handset and created a short film entitled […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung remains on top as Apple overtakes Xiaomi in India

    Samsung remains on top as Apple overtakes Xiaomi in India

    It's no secret that Samsung has been coming under increasing pressure in the global smartphone market and it doesn't expect things to get better substantially in the near future. Clearly the company has its work cut out and it's safe to say that Samsung is going to give it everything it has got. Latest figures from […]

    • By Adnan Farooqui
    • 9 years ago
    Activate Samsung Pay and get a wireless charger from Samsung

    Activate Samsung Pay and get a wireless charger from Samsung

    Samsung has previously offered incentives for activating Samsung Pay, incentives like free wireless chargers and even free cash, and it's back with a similar promotion this week. The company is going to give you a free wireless charger once again if you activate Samsung Pay. This strategy appears to be working for Samsung as it […]

    • By Adnan Farooqui
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung may side with Apple in FBI legal proceedings

    Samsung may side with Apple in FBI legal proceedings

    If you’ve been following the news recently, I’m pretty sure you’re aware that Apple is currently involved in a lengthy legal battle with the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). If not, please allow me to explain the situation. To cut a very long story short, the FBI is trying to get the Cupertino-based […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    The Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge prevent you from charging them when the microUSB port is damp

    The Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge prevent you from charging them when the microUSB port is damp

    Although Samsung has warned users of its flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge, not to charge them straight after they’ve been submerged in water to prevent any hardware issues from occurring within the handsets, it appears that the South Korean company may actually have integrated a safeguard into the units to stop […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    Galaxy A9 Pro passes through TENAA

    Galaxy A9 Pro passes through TENAA

    Earlier today, an unannounced Samsung-branded A-series smartphone passed through China’s official certification database, TENAA. Information included in the filing shows that the handset bears the model number SM-A9100, which gives us reason to believe that we are potentially looking at the much-rumored Galaxy A9 Pro. The documentation also reveals that the device ships running the […]

    • By Josh L.
    • 9 years ago
    Themes Thursday: Here are a few good themes released this week

    Themes Thursday: Here are a few good themes released this week

    Welcome back to Themes Thursday! This is where you find interesting themes released every week by Samsung for compatible Galaxy smartphones. Samsung has released 47 themes over the course of past one week, but only fourteen of them are free. Here are some of the themes that we liked, and we hope that most of you would like them as […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung’s phone upgrade program launched in Singapore and the UK

    Samsung’s phone upgrade program launched in Singapore and the UK

    It was reported late last month that with the launch of its new flagships Samsung might also launch a phone upgrade program. A couple of days ago it was reported that the program will be launched in South Korea soon but it's not the only country where it will be available initially. Samsung has launched […]

    • By Adnan Farooqui
    • 9 years ago
    Six Flags and Samsung bring the first virtual reality roller coasters to North America

    Six Flags and Samsung bring the first virtual reality roller coasters to North America

    Samsung is working hard to expand the reach of its virtual reality technology and for that purpose it has signed a broad marketing partnership with Six Flags, the world's largest regional theme park company. This partnership appoints Samsung as the “Official Technology Partner” of Six Flags and also brings new exciting experiences to nine Six […]

    • By Adnan Farooqui
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung launches QQ-enabled TV in China

    Samsung launches QQ-enabled TV in China

    Samsung today announced the launch of a new TV in China that's QQ-enabled. QQ is one of China's most popular messaging services. The new TV was unveiled at the Samsung China Forum held on March 2-3 in Shanghai. It provides users with full access to QQ messenger allowing them to chat and share media with […]

    • By Adnan Farooqui
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy S7 edge teardown reveals obvious things

    Samsung Galaxy S7 edge teardown reveals obvious things

    T-Mobile has started delivering the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge ahead of official release dates to those who pre-ordered. The respected guys over at Chipworks managed to get their hands on one of those units, and they did exactly what they are famous for: a teardown. According to Chipworks, the Galaxy S7 edge features a 12-megapixel camera sensor from Sony […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    3-3-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note Edge, Galaxy Alpha, and more

    3-3-2016 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note Edge, Galaxy Alpha, 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 […]

    • By Abhijeet Mishra
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Display invests $325.73 million to increase the production of flexible OLED display panels

    Samsung Display invests $325.73 million to increase the production of flexible OLED display panels

    Since there's an increase in the demand for flexible OLED displays in the smartphone market, Samsung wants to fully capitalise on it. According to Business Korea, Samsung Display has started investing to increase flexible OLED production lines at its existing plant in Tangjeong in South Chungcheong Province. According to various industry sources, Samsung Display has started making […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and Galaxy J7 (2016) photos hint at metal bodies

    Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and Galaxy J7 (2016) photos hint at metal bodies

    The Galaxy J5 (2016) and the Galaxy J7 (2016) have been certified by TENAA, China's telecom equipment certification authority. Both devices look largely similar to their predecessors, the Galaxy J5 and the Galaxy J7. These mid-range smartphones run Android 5.1 Lollipop as of now, but the new Galaxy J7 was spotted with Android 6.0.1 before so this might change […]

    • By Asif Iqbal Shaik
    • 9 years ago