SamMobile Daily Recap: June 5, 2017 — Galaxy A4 (2017), Galaxy S8 and more!

We publish a lot 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 fantastic solution — a daily recap. Here’s what we went out today. APK Samsung has now released the Device Maintenance app on the Play Store Business Samsung...

[Poll] How often do you check for software updates on your Samsung phone?

Samsung has received considerable criticism for being too slow in releasing software updates to its smartphones and tablets. The South Korean giant has improved quite a bit in the last year or so, and it has been releasing monthly security updates to most Galaxy devices for some time now. Samsung has improved a lot in terms of software design as well. Unlike other smartphone brands who just updated the underlying Android version, Samsung...

Daily Deal: Take 19% off a Gear VR (2017) with Controller

For a limited time only, you can pick up the recently-launched Galaxy VR (2017) with Controller for the modest price of $105.94 (19% off). You will, however, need to reside in the United States to take advantage of the promotion. The Gear VR (2017) supports both microUSB and USB Type-C, so it’s not only compatible with the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+, but also with the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy...

Samsung Internet review: Samsung’s browser is fast, efficient, and packed with features

Samsung ships its Galaxy smartphones and tablets with its versions of stock apps. The company’s custom offerings include some basic apps such as calculator, calendar, clock, and gallery to some more advanced apps such as the camera, an email client, and a web browser. Many Android purists criticize Samsung for bundling custom apps with its phones, but more often than not, these custom apps offer more...

Samsung is working on multiple accessories for the Gear VR

Samsung recently unveiled a new Gear VR with a wireless controller. The controller greatly improves the virtual reality experience and makes it easier to play VR games. The South Korean electronics giant has published a patent application with the USPTO (U.S. Patent & Trademark Office), revealing various accessories that are being made for the Gear VR. The first Gear VR accessory that Samsung...

Samsung establishing two new technical schools in India

Samsung has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) to establish two additional technical schools in the country. It has also renewed the existing partnership for 10 schools that are being run across the country. This partnership is part of the country’s Skill India program which seeks to create an industry-ready workforce with industry-oriented skills. The MoU between Samsung and MSME...

Samsung Internet Browser now supports some non-Samsung devices

Samsung Internet Browser is one of the many system apps that Samsung has unbundled and made available for download via the Google Play Store. The app has long been compatible with only Samsung smartphones. Not too long ago, the company made the beta version of the app compatible with some non-Samsung devices. The beta version works with Google’s Nexus and Pixel devices. The non-beta version of Samsung Internet Browser now works with them too. The...

Samsung to invest $620 million to double smartphone production in India

Samsung is reportedly mulling a $620 million investment in India to double smartphone production in the country. Government and industry sources mentioned in the report claim that Samsung is going to expand its existing 120,000-square-meter production facility in Noida, Uttar Pradesh to 240,000 square meters. It’s reported that Samsung has completed the purchase of land next to the Noida plant for setting up the new production line. Samsung is expected...