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 China, UK, France, Malaysia, South Korea, UAE, and Russia. Even now, though, Tizen users won’t get to enjoy Nougat on their handsets.

Well, maybe that’s fudging the truth just a bit.

A new app has arrived in the Tizen Store called “Nougat Launcher app” that is designed to bring a little (note the words “a little”) Nougat design to your Samsung Z1, Z2, or Z3 handset. The Nougat Launcher app brings a Googlicious theme that looks reminiscent of a few Marshmallow themes you may have seen in Samsung’s Theme Store on an Android-powered handset, but, aside from the basic look, the icon design is still reminiscent of Tizen.

Android appreciators will find the multi-colored “G” at the top left of the main screen, reminiscent of the new Pixel Launcher for Google’s Pixel and Pixel XL, to be a welcome addition, letting you search for your installed apps. And yes, there are some bugs you will encounter, some things you can’t do as you would on an Android device (such as close recent apps).

Finally, the app is a launcher app, meaning that the look on your main screen will only stay provided that the app remains open. Close the app and your home screen will reflect the look you set for it. Hopefully, Tizen app developers will create more app launchers and perhaps even, a home launcher at some point, to bring even more Android love to the platform.

You can download the Nougat Launcher app over at the Tizen Store, but, in the meantime, take a look at the app screenshots below and let us know if you’d like to see developer support continue for this (or see the creation of more launcher apps).

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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 to 20db for a more immersive listening experience. They also have a new feature called “Talk-in Mode” which enables users to hear outside sound so that they’re able to hear when someone calls their name.

According to the report, the new Samsung Level In ANC wireless headphones with Active Noise Cancelling feature are going to be launched alongside the Galaxy S8 and will cost 130 euro. They will reportedly come in red, green, black and silver colors. Samsung is due to launch the Galaxy S8 in March. Recent reports suggest that it’s going to conduct the launch event for its next-generation flagship smartphone on March 29.

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[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 we’ve got to ask you, where do you think Samsung should put the fingerprint sensor? Vote below and let us know what you think about this in the comments below.

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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 you’d expect, the Titanium Silver Galaxy S7 edge packs identical specifications to all of the other color models, meaning it sports a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display, an Exynos 8890 octa-core CPU, 4GB of RAM, a 12MP rear-facing camera, a 5MP selfie shooter and a 3,600mAh battery. It also ships running Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, but is scheduled to receive the Android 7.0 Nougat update in the country in the not-too-distant future.

If you like the sound of the Galaxy S7 edge and want to take advantage of this promotion, hit the Buy Now button below. We strongly advise you to hurry, though, as Amazon only has a limited amount of inventory available for this specific deal, and once it’s gone, it’s gone. Don’t worry if you’re little too late. The Black Onyx variant (not to be confused with the Pearl Black version) is also on sale and can be purchased for the reduced price of $583.99.

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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 share of the flash memory market will exceed that of Samsung’s. Toshiba is looking to complete the sale by March 31, but there’s a possibility of the deal being denied by the anti-trust regulatory. Other possible investors include SK Hynix, Development Bank of Japan, and some other private equity firms.

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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 version: G900PVPS3CQA2) is being distributed in stages. To see if the OTA is ready for your unit, simply head into Settings » About Device » Download Updates Manually. Alternatively, you can always wait until you receive a notification prompting you to install the update, but you’ll need to have at least 50% of battery to act on the alert.

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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 device, which sports a 5.2-inch Full HD display, a 1.9GHz Exynos 7880 Octa CPU, a Mali-T830MP3 GPU, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of expandable internal storage, a 16MP front- and rear-facing camera and a 3,000mAh non-removable battery. It’s also IP68 certified and ships with compatibility for Samsung Pay.

Both in terms of design and internals, the Galaxy A7 (2017) is almost identical to the Galaxy A5 (2017). It packs the same processor, GPU, RAM module and camera unit. The only notable differences between it and its brethren is that it sports a larger 5.7-inch Full HD panel and a 3,600mAh battery, which push it into the affordable ‘phablet’ market.

As always, we’ll be sure let you know as soon as the handsets are available to purchase — so make sure you keep your browser pointed to SamMobile for all the details. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter to see our latest posts directly on your social feeds, and over on our recently-revived YouTube channel, where we’ll be sharing a lot of neat content in the very near future.

 

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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 notification prompting you to download and install the OTA. If you’re feeling impatient and would like to manually scan for it, simply open up the Settings menu on your device and select the relevant option from the Software Update section under the About Device subheading.

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