Samsung Exynos 8890 and HMD VR headset showcase eye tracking at MWC 2017

Samsung recently announced its new octa-core, Exynos 8895 SoC, and intends to use it in standalone VR headsets that the company revealed behind closed doors at MWC 2017, but the company still intends to make the most of its Exynos 8890 processor. The new doesn’t cancel out the old, at least not yet. A report out of Korea says that Samsung has partnered with VR eye tracking tech company Visualcamp to showcase Visualcamp’s technology at MWC 2017. Samsung...

Galaxy S6 declared end-of-life at Bell and Virgin to make way for Galaxy A5 (2017)

The Galaxy S6 launched alongside the Galaxy S6 edge in 2015, and the smartphone that started a new chapter in Samsung’s history is soon to come to an end with regard to Android updates (the two-year mark is right around the corner). For Bell Canada and Virgin Mobile, however, that end has come quicker than expected. Bell Canada and Virgin Mobile Canada, in a conversation with Canadian tech site MobileSyrup, have informed the site that the Galaxy...

Samsung Voice Recorder update version 20.1.83-73 brings user interface and icon changes

Samsung has updated its proprietary Samsung Voice Recorder app to support devices running Nougat, as expected, but there’s more to be done than just delivering Nougat to its devices. Samsung is always aiming to make its software better, with Nougat, for example, being the most refined experience the Korean giant has provided yet. Now, to continue its commitment to improvement, Samsung is changing...

Samsung may still be trying to acquire Magneti Marelli

Auto parts giant Magneti Marelli is a subsidiary of Fiat Chrysler. It was first reported last year that Samsung Electronics was interested in acquiring Magneti Marelli because of the latter’s entertainment, telematics, and lighting capabilities. Talks were reportedly progressing nicely but Samsung then had to put the deal on the back burner because it had to deal with the Galaxy Note 7 fiasco. The last we heard about this deal was three months ago...

Samsung offering $250 discount on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge as well as a free microSD card

Samsung is due to unveil its new flagship smartphone later this month so it makes sense why the company wants to move as many units of the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge as it possibly can ahead of the launch. We are now seeing a new discount on these handsets every other week from carriers, retailers and even Samsung itself. The company is now offering a very enticing discount on the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7. If you head over to Samsung’s online...

A tailored look: Gear VR and consumer vision

When I opened the box and pulled out Samsung’s Gear VR headset, I remember putting the headset up to my face, making sure that it fit my eyes, then having this weird feeling of “this reminds me of all those infamous eye checkups I had as a kid.” As weird as that feeling may have been, though, it makes sense. Gear VR is all about the visual experience, and you need to have either strong vision or glasses (or both, in some cases) to appreciate the...

SamMobile Daily Recap: March 2, 2017 — Gear 360 Pro, Samsung Pay and more!

We publish a lot of stories on a daily basis. Unfortunately, most of the news breaks during our European hours of operation, which makes it difficult for our readers in the US (and other regions) to follow every post that goes live. But, we think we’ve come up with a fantastic solution — a daily recap. In the list below, you’ll find all of the stories we published today. It’s likely that you’re not going to...

Themes Thursday: Take a look at this week’s six best theme packs

Themes Thursday is back! This is where we try to showcase some of the best theme packs that are released each week for Samsung’s Galaxy smartphones. We’ve selected six themes this week, and there’s a good chance that you’ll like at least one of them. The For Night (Live) theme has a live wallpaper and mono-colored icons. Similar is the case with the Gentleman theme. Both these themes look...

[Poll] How would you rate Samsung’s update policy at this point in time?

Samsung’s firmware update policy has always left a lot to be desired, as we’ve expressed time and again, but the company has been making some sincere efforts lately. It was surprisingly efficient in setting up the Galaxy Beta Program for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge and subsequently releasing the firmware for both handsets. Its monthly security updates need to be applauded as well. So if this has been something which has irked you in the past,...

Samsung to produce 4.7 million Galaxy S8 units this month, 7.8 million in April

According to a new report out of South Korea, Samsung’s production facility in Vietnam has now started mass production of the company’s next flagship smartphone. Production is said to be in full swing as Samsung is expecting healthy demand for the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8 Plus. An official of a company that supplies cameras for Samsung Electronics is quoted as saying that component suppliers are working on raising their yields significantly as...

Daily Deal: Bag yourself Samsung’s Dual-Port Car Fast Charger for 69% off

While stock lasts, you can pick up Samsung’s Dual-Port Car Fast Charger for just $11.95 (69% 0ff). The best thing about this charger is that it has integrated Adaptive Fast Charging technology, which is capable of charging a compatible smartphone from 0 to 50% in a around half an hour. While this deal sounds great, there is a caveat — it’s only available to Amazon Prime members. It can be shipped worldwide, though. With that in mind, if you...

Galaxy S5 February security patch being rolled out in Europe

Galaxy S5 owners in Europe should keep an eye out for a new firmware update today. Samsung is now rolling out the February security update for this handset across the continent. It’s a minor update which doesn’t bring much in the way of new features but at least it’s going to patch up the dozens of vulnerabilities that Google found in Android OS and some that Samsung found in its software. Firmware version G900FXXS1CQB5 is now being rolled out for...

Samsung has been showing off untethered VR headsets behind closed doors at MWC 2017

Samsung’s Exynos processors aren’t that popular with third-party manufacturers. They’re primarily used by Samsung in its own smartphones while only a few manufacturers like Meizu have started gradually picking these chips up for their smartphones. Samsung is now looking to change that and it thinks that standalone virtual reality headsets stand to benefit from its powerful new chip. The Exynos 8895 is the latest chip from Samsung which is part of...

Galaxy S8 Music app is now available [APK]

We have less than a month to go before Samsung finally unveils the Galaxy S8. Exciting times are upon us and as we continue to look for more information about the company’s next flagship smartphone, we’ve come across the Galaxy S8 Music app which will be pre-installed on the device. Version 16.1.93-9 of Samsung’s own Music app is available now and you download the APK to test it out on your handset. It...

Samsung talks about Gear 360 Pro camera without actually unveiling it

We exclusively reported six months ago that Samsung is working on a new 360-degree camera called the Gear 360 Pro. It would be the successor to the Gear 360 that was launched alongside the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge at Mobile World Congress 2016. As per our information, the Gear 360 Pro would bring improved image and video quality as well as additional features. The Gear 360 Pro was recently spotted on an import tracker in India but not much...