Galaxy S8 release date for Canada leaked

There has been a lot of speculation recently about the Galaxy S8 release date. We already know that the handset is going to be launched on March 29 but Samsung is yet to confirm when it’s going to be rolled out. Previous reports suggested that it would be released on April 21 but then a contradictory report surfaced which claimed that the release had been delayed by one week to April 28. We’ve come across a new report today which claims to have received...

Samsung may supply iPhone processors once again starting next year

Apple has long sourced iPhone processors from Samsung but over the years it has shifted the business almost entirely to Taiwan’s TSMC. Even the handset that’s due this year, widely known as the iPhone 8, is expected to be powered by the 10nm A11 chip manufactured exclusively by TSMC. However, according to a new report out of South Korea, Samsung is interested in winning back Apple’s business. It’s reportedly making “supplemental investments” in its...

Samsung on track to ramp up 10nm FinFET process technology production

Samsung today announced that it’s on track to ramp up production of the 10nm FinFET process technology with steady high yield in order to meet customer needs on schedule. The company has shipped more than 70,000 silicon wafers of its first-generation 10nm LPE (Low Power Early) to date after starting the industry’s first mass production of 10LTE in October last year. Both the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 and Samsung’s Exynos 8895 are based on the 10nm...

Wallpaper Wednesday: Sky

Welcome to the latest edition of Wallpaper Wednesday. This week we’re focusing our attention on five backgrounds based around the sky. All of the images are available in a suitable resolution for the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge and just about any other smartphone (or even tablet) on the market. If any of the following images float your boat and you want to download and set one...

This company’s Edge Sense affirms Samsung’s innovative mindset

We like to think of “common sense” as something everyone has, but I was told years ago that not everyone has it. That proves true on one level, though, for innovation in tech is a matter of common sense. Consumers that invest in mobile devices year in and year out expect companies to take the money they’ve invested and bring them the latest, greatest, and best to the market. Plastering your brand...

SamMobile Daily Recap: March 15, 2017 — Galaxy Tab S3, Nougat and more!

We publish a lot amount of stories on a daily basis. Unfortunately, the majority of news breaks during our European hours of operation, which makes it difficult for our readers in the US (and other regions) to keep up. However, we think we’ve come up with a great solution — a daily recap. In the list below, you’ll find the stories that went live today. We understand that you’re not going to be interested in all of...

Daily Deal: Bag yourself a Gear 360 for 36% off

While stock lasts, you can bag yourself a Gear 360 for just $223.24 (36% 0ff). For those unaware, this particular device is capable of capturing 360-degree images and video. It’s also dust- and water-resistant; making it the perfect companion or anyone who enjoys going on adventures. Not sold? Samsung Gear 360 Review: Create your own moments in virtual reality If you want to take advantage of this promotion, hit the Buy Now button below. We...

[Poll] Do you like the Galaxy S8′s new user interface?

A couple of days ago we shared pictures of the Galaxy S8′s launcher and app icons which give us an idea of what the user interface is going to look like. The comments we’ve received on that post suggest that the opinions about it are poles apart. So we’ve got to ask you, do you like the Galaxy S8′s new user interface? Vote below so we can truly find out what most of our readers think about the look of the Galaxy S8′s new user interface. If there’s...

Galaxy S8′s virtual home button may be pressure sensitive, Note 8 might have 3D Touch technology

It’s pretty clear now that the Galaxy S8 is going to have a row of virtual navigation and home buttons. The fingerprint sensor has been relocated to the back and the physical home button has been ditched in favor of soft keys. According to a new report out of South Korea, the Galaxy S8′s virtual home button may be pressure sensitive. If the report is true this would mean that the Galaxy S8′s virtual home button will open up different menus based...

Samsung details the features of its new QLED TV series [Infographic]

Samsung introduced its new QLED TV series at the Consumer Electronics Show 2017 in January. The company set out to redefine the TV experience with this series by offering smart features that make it easier to discover and access content, true-to-life picture quality and a very nice design that provides an ambient viewing experience while giving users the freedom to put it wherever they want. The company...

Samsung confirms what its new artificial intelligence virtual assistant will be called

We have been hearing for a few months now that Samsung has developed a new artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistant that it’s going to introduce with the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus. Previous reports have suggested that this virtual assistant is going to be called Bixby. Samsung appears to have confirmed the name of its new virtual assistant on its Italian website. The updated privacy information...

Galaxy Unpacked 2017 app wants you to sign up for something unspecified

Samsung confirmed late last month that it’s going to conduct the official launch event for the Galaxy S8 on March 29. It has now released a Galaxy Unpacked 2017 app for both Android and iOS but hasn’t really detailed what the app is for. When you launch the Galaxy Unpacked 2017 app for the first time after downloading it you are required to sign up. When you try to sign up it returns an error and...

Samsung to invest $8.7 billion to build new production lines for DRAM chipsets

To maintain its number-one position in the memory semiconductor segment and to cope up with the soaring demand, Samsung has decided to invest around $8.7 billion. The South Korean semiconductor giant will use this capital to build new production lines for DRAM chipsets. The semiconductor market is said to change every month rapidly, and the choice of products to be manufactured at a plant is decided after its completion. Samsung will start manufacturing...

Samsung may offer real-time VR broadcasting of 2018 Winter Olympics

Samsung is planning to offer real-time VR video broadcasting of the 2018 Winter Olympics to viewers through virtual reality headsets. This will make all the viewers feel as if they are right at the event. However, this will not be the first time that Samsung offers VR video coverage of an event. The company offered 360-degree videos from the Rio 2016 Olympics, offering exclusive video content to Gear VR users. The company will...

Samsung’s next Tizen-powered smartphone has been spotted at the FCC

An unannounced Samsung-branded smartphone has been spotted on the FCC’s online database. Sadly, the documentation doesn’t reveal anything about the device, other than that it sports the model number SM-Z400F; leading us to believe we’re looking at the so-called Samsung Z4. If you’ve been following SamMobile closely, you’ll know that the next major build of the open-source operating system...