Galaxy S7 specs appear on Geekbench

Another model of the Galaxy S7 appears to have made its way to the benchmarks, the Galaxy S7 (SM-G930W8) has been spotted on Geekbench, possibly revealing some specs of the Galaxy S7. The benchmark result shows that this model is also powered by Samsung’s own Exynos 8890 processor instead of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820, which is being manufactured by Samsung, and features 4GB of RAM. Last month one Snapdragon 820-powered model of the Galaxy S7 was spotted on Geekbench and just yesterday the Galaxy S7 with Exynos 8890 also appeared on AnTuTu benchmark.

Additional Galaxy S7 specs mentioned in this latest benchmark include a 5.1-inch display with 1440 x 2560 Quad HD resolution, 12-megapixel rear and 5-megapixel front camera as well as Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. We have already exclusively confirmed the different screen sizes for the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge aside from the fact that both handsets will feature a microSD card slot as well. It’s common for us to see different benchmarks and conflicting reports about specifications and features that are expected in an upcoming flagship, that’s usually because all of this unofficial information is often based on different prototypes, and that means there’s always the possibility of the final product turning out a bit different than what everybody expected. Samsung is likely going to unveil the Galaxy S7 at Mobile World Congress 2016 next month.

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Samsung has launched a partner app for BBC’s mini-computer

The BBC will soon be delivering its micro:bits mini-computer, that’s quite similar to Raspberry Pi, to all 6th-grade students in the United Kingdom. As they wait for the mini-computer to arrive, teachers can take this time to get familiar with a new partner app that Samsung has released for micro:bits. It’s part of Samsung’s mission to use the Internet of Things to plug the digital skills gap in the United Kingdom.

The app works through Bluetooth allowing students to code on the micro:bits using a smartphone or a tablet, or even control digital devices using the mini-computer. The BBC says that during tests for this app kids have used it with micro:bits for a variety of tasks such as controlling the music on their phones and even for taking selfies. Samsung has launched this app today at the Bett Show education conference in London.

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Galaxy S7 spotted in AnTuTu benchmark with Exynos 8890 processor and expected specs

The Galaxy S7 edge was spotted on AnTuTu a few days ago, and now, it’s the non-edge sibling’s turn. That particular Galaxy S7 edge was powered by the Snapdragon 820 (for AT&T), but this time, the Galaxy S7 features Samsung’s own homegrown Exynos 8890 processor instead.

The specs are nothing new, but serve to remind us that the rumors are bearing out. First, the same 5.1-inch, Quad HD (2,560 x 1,440p) display is present, as well as the 4GB of RAM, 12MP main camera, and 5MP front camera. The model number for this device is SM-G930F, matching model numbers we exclusively leaked earlier last year.

We don’t have an AnTuTu score for this device (presumably the Galaxy S7), but we tend to think that the Exynos 8890 will have a higher score in synthetic benchmarks than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820. But then again, the score can only be settled when both devices are put through the paces, and both of them should offer stellar performance.

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Score great discounts on Gear S2 and Galaxy A5 as a part of Samsung UK’s Winter Sale

Samsung UK is conducting a winter sale right now, and some great deals are listed on its official website. These deals include discounts on smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, camera accessories, televisions, wireless speakers, as well as home appliances. However, two deals stand out, the Gear S2 and the Galaxy A5.

You can grab a pair of Gear S2 Classic smartwatches for just £449 instead of a regular price of £598. The 16GB variant of the Galaxy A5 is being sold with a reduced price tag of £279.20 instead of its regular price of £349. The 55-inch J6300 6 Series Curved Smart LED TV with Full HD resolution is listed for £999, which is a discount of £251 over its regular price.

There are a couple of great deals on washing machine and microwave oven bundles. You can have a look at the full list of deals that are being offered by Samsung UK and get details about them by hitting the source link below. You should hurry if you want to grab some of those deals.

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Samsung starts large-scale inspection into its chip business

Samsung has reportedly initiated a large-scale inspection into contract chip business, System LSI, that ran into a $820 million loss during 2014. This unit manufactures mobile application processors, images sensors for cameras, and TV displays.

According to a report from The Herald Business, Samsung’s inspection aims to have a close look at the division’s spendings and investments over the past six to seven years. However, a company official was quoted saying that such inspections are carried out regularly.

This division grew rapidly since 2007 after securing supply deals from Apple, but its revenues fell sharply when Apple decided to shift its orders to TSMC in 2012 following disputes with Samsung. As a result, its revenue fell to 9 trillion won in 2013 from 13 trillion won in 2014.

System LSI has since made a great progress in terms of technology and started manufacturing second generation of its 14nm FinFET process, and it is manufacturing Apple’s A9 chipsets that are used in the current generation iPhones, the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus.

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