Nougat Tip: Use ‘beauty mode’ in the rear camera on the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge

Do you ever rue the fact that you can make your face look shinier and blemish-free when taking selfies on your phone, but can’t do the same when taking pictures from the rear camera? If you have upgraded to Android 7.0 Nougat on your Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge, that should no longer be a concern, as the upgraded camera app allows you to change skin tone in both front and rear camera...

Apple edged past Samsung in the global smartphone market during Q4 2016

Apple edged past Samsung during the fourth quarter of 2016 in the global smartphone market. According to a report from Strategy Analytics, Apple captured a market share of 17.8 percent, while Samsung captured 17.7 percent share of the market. Chinese smartphone vendors Huawei (10.2%), Oppo (6.7%), and Vivo (5.8%) stood third, fourth, and fifth, respectively. Samsung shipped 77.5 million smartphones...

Samsung schedules its MWC 2017 event for February 26, could unveil the Galaxy Tab S3

Samsung has just sent out a press invite for its MWC 2017 event. However, unlike the past few years, it won’t unveil its flagship smartphone at this year’s Mobile World Congress. Instead, it will likely unveil a brand new tablet, the Galaxy Tab S3, during its press conference. The press conference will be live streamed on Samsung’s website. The press invite image for Samsung’s MWC 2017 event teases a tablet with a front-facing fingerprint sensor....

January security patch now arriving on the Galaxy S5 in Europe

The factory unlocked variant of the Galaxy S5 is the latest smartphone in Samsung’s lineup to receive this month’s security patch in Europe. The upgrade, which weighs in at approximately 30MB and transports a flurry of fixes for bugs present in the Android operating system and the firm’s budget-friendly, flagship and former flagship devices, started making its way to the handset earlier today. It should come as no surprise to hear that...

Samsung might be preparing to launch a variant of the Galaxy S8 with 6GB of RAM

Over the course of the past few weeks, the rumor mill has been spinning at warp speed with regards to what Samsung has in store for its next-generation flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S8. We’ve already heard that the handset is destined to sport a Snapdragon 835 CPU, but a reliable tipster is now claiming that it’ll also be available in two storage sizes — 64GB and 128GB — with varying amounts of RAM — 4GB and 6GB, respectively — when it launches...

Nougat Tip: Enable ‘tap to take selfies’ on your Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge

In Android 6.0, the front camera on Samsung devices would allow you to take selfies by tapping anywhere on the screen instead of reaching for the shutter button or the volume keys. If you have upgraded to Nougat on your Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge recently (especially if you wiped your phone clean after the upgrade), you might have noticed that this feature no longer works. Don’t worry – it’s not...

Daily Deal: Save 15% on a brand new Gear S3 frontier

If you’ve read our comprehensive review of the Gear S3 frontier, you’ll know how highly we think of the device, which is why we’re pleased to announce that while stock lasts you can pick one up through Amazon for just $299 (15% off). Not to be confused with the Gear S3 classic, this model comes with built-in GPS for enhanced fitness tracking and 4G LTE connectivity. Read more: Samsung Gear S3 Frontier review: Outclassing most smartwatches in...

Galaxy S7 and S7 edge Nougat firmware for Vodafone Germany now available

Vodafone seems to be the most active carrier in Europe when it comes to the Nougat update for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge. It was the first to release the update to the two devices in France, and it is now rolling out the update in Germany. You can find the full firmware files for both devices in our firmware section, and the update should also be available over the air (which you can check by going into the Settings » About device menu and...

Verizon releases January security update for the Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge and Galaxy S5

Samsung has gradually been rolling out the January security maintenance update to compatible handsets over the past few weeks directly and through its carrier partners. Verizon is now following through by releasing said security patch for the Galaxy Note 4, the Galaxy Note Edge and the Galaxy S5. Just yesterday, Sprint released the same patch for the Galaxy S5 on its network as well. The January security patch comes in at just under 30MB and brings...

Galaxy Tab S3 specs and price revealed in new report

A new report out of Korea today “confirms” that the Galaxy Tab S3 is going to be unveiled by Samsung at the Mobile World Congress 2017 late next month. The report also shares the specs and price of Samsung’s upcoming flagship Android tablet. This tablet is the successor to the Galaxy Tab S2 that Samsung first released in Korea back in August 2015. It’s likely going to be the only flagship product from Samsung at MWC 2017 given that it has already...

Report suggests that the Galaxy S8 could sport a 3,250mAh battery

If a new report originating from South Korea is anything to go by, it would appear that Samsung has provided its battery suppliers with an updated production roadmap, which includes 3,250mAh and 3,750mAh cells; leading many to believe that they’re the respective batteries that’ll power the much-anticipated Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus. While there’s nothing in the way of evidence to support this claim, we’re not going to rule it out entirely...

Nougat Launcher app for Samsung Z1, Z2, and Z3 lands at Tizen Store

Tizen is, compared to the likes of Android, a “baby” OS, and it’s not surprising to see that some Tizen users have more than just a little respect and admiration for Tizen’s more massive mobile “cousin.” Google has released Nougat for the Pixel and Pixel XL as well as its current Nexus devices, and Samsung has started pushing out Google’s latest sweet treat to the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge for...

Samsung to launch new wireless noise cancelling headphones alongside the Galaxy S8

Samsung often launches new accessories with its flagship smartphones and it’s likely to do that in March when it unveils the Galaxy S8. According to a new report, the company is going to launch the new Samsung Level In ANC wireless headphones with Active Noise Cancelling feature alongside the Galaxy S8. The company already launched a wired version of its in-ear Level In ANC headphones last year. Samsung claims they can reduce ambient noise by up...

[Poll] Where should Samsung put the fingerprint sensor?

Following rumors that Samsung was going to ditch the physical home button for the Galaxy S8 we got what might possibly be our first glimpse at the next flagship last week. If everything it revealed is true then the Galaxy S8′s fingerprint sensor will be placed alongside the rear camera. Having a fingerprint sensor on the back presents its own challenges to users because they can’t exactly get any use out of it if the device is lying on a flat surface. So...

Daily Deal: Bag yourself a Galaxy S7 edge for 21% off

In the market for a new smartphone? Looking for something with high-end specifications? Well, you’ve come to the right place. While stock lasts, you can pick up a Titanium Silver variant of the Galaxy S7 edge for $587 (21% off). It’s worth noting, however, that while this deal is exclusive to the United States, the actual variant that’s on offer is the International one, which means that it’ll only work with GSM operators in the region, like T-Mobile. As...

Samsung may soon fall to second place in the flash memory segment

Samsung is currently the world leader in the flash memory market with a share of 36.6 percent, but its position might soon be in danger. Toshiba, the second-largest flash memory maker in the world with a market share of 19.8 percent, has announced that it will spin off its core memory business and sell a 20 percent stake to Western Digital. Western Digital currently has a market share of 17.7 percent, but if it joins hands with Toshiba, their combined...

Sprint rolling out January security patch for the Galaxy S5

Less than a month after it started distributing the December release, Sprint has today started rolling out this month’s security maintenance update for its carrier-branded variant of the Galaxy S5 in the United States. The upgrade weighs in at a little over 27MB and bundles fixes for 67 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in the Android OS, in addition to 28 exclusive patches for Galaxy devices. In typical fashion, this release (firmware...

Samsung launches the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) in Brazil

According to TelecomPaper, Samsung has today launched the long-rumored Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) in Brazil. The handsets, which are expected to be available to purchase from the firm’s online store sometime over the course of the next couple of weeks, are reportedly priced at BRL 2,100 ($668) and BRL 2,300 ($732), respectively, in the region. Just in case you missed its announcement, the Galaxy A5 (2017) is a capable mid-to-high-end...

Samsung distributes January security patch for the Galaxy Grand Neo and Galaxy J2 Prime

Samsung is in the midst of distributing this month’s security patch for the factory unlocked variant of the Galaxy Grand Neo and Galaxy J2 Prime, reveals GSMArena. For those unaware, the upgrade addresses a total of 67 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in the Android OS and transports an additional 28 fixes for the firm’s latest smartphones. As you’d expect, the update is being pushed out in stages — so it may take a while to receive a push...

Unofficial Galaxy S8 render hints at what the design might look like

We recently saw the first leaked live photo of the Galaxy S8 and it more or less confirmed some of the things we’ve been hearing about this handset. For example, it confirmed that the physical home button is being ditched and the fingerprint scanner is being moved to the back. It also confirmed that the handset will have an amazing display-to-body ratio. Since that leaked picture was a bit blurry,...

Samsung heir Lee might face arrest once again

Samsung Electronics vice chairman and heir apparent Lee Jae-yong dodged arrested two weeks ago when the Seoul Central District Court rejected an arrest warrant request put forward by the special prosecutor’s office that’s looking into allegations of embezzlement and bribery against Samsung in connection with South Korea’s influence-peddling scandal. Samsung allegedly paid more than $35 million in bribes to organizations and foundations run by Choi...

Check out exactly what’s new with Nougat on the Galaxy S7 in this short video

If you’ve been following SamMobile closely over the course of the past few weeks, there’s a good chance you picked up on our comprehensive What’s New With Nougat series. If this is the first time you’ve heard of it, don’t worry. You don’t have to go back and read all 15 parts to catch up. Instead, you can take a look at the short video below, which highlights all of the new features we discovered baked into Android 7.0 on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy...

Hey Samsung, where is the women-friendly version of the Gear S3?

My boyfriend couldn’t resist buying the Samsung Gear S3 Frontier. Having worn the Gear S3 classic for a month or so, he decided to keep switching between the frontier and classic variants. I don’t blame him, because both variants of the Gear S3 have a stunning design, at least as far as men are concerned. They look great, but in my opinion, neither variant is geared (no pun) towards women. I’m still...

Black Sapphire and Crimson Red color options for the Galaxy S8 would add more color splashes to the Galaxy

Samsung’s “Galaxy” is expanding, as can be seen by the sheer number of devices Samsung manufactures annually, the cross-platform compatibility of its devices with other platforms such as iOS and Windows Mobile, as well as the birth of Samsung’s very own Tizen OS. And, with each new high-end “Galaxy,” Samsung is known for bringing new color options. With the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge in 2015, Samsung...

Watchface Friday: Getting started!

Welcome to SamMobile’s first ever segment in our new Watchface Friday column! Every Friday, we’ll be highlighting a selection of our favorite watchfaces for the Gear S3 classic and Gear S3 frontier. All of the offerings will be available to download through the Galaxy Apps Store, so you can rest assured that you won’t have to search all over the Internet to find something we’ve listed. Let’s...

Daily Deal: Pick up a 128GB EVO+ microSD card for 52% off

For a limited time only, you can snag yourself a Samsung-branded 128GB Evo+ microSD card for $49.07 (52% off). For those unaware, the EVO+ range of cards offer one of the fastest transfer speeds on the market, which makes them perfect for recording in Full HD. They’re also waterproof and resistant to extreme temperatures. If you like the sound of the 128GB Evo+ microSD card and want to take advantage of this promotion, hit the Buy Now button below....

01-27-2017 Firmware Updates: Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy A3, 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 every day, and you can find out which firmware updates were pushed out by the company over the...