Rumor: Samsung’s flagship S series to be called Galaxy X from 2019

Yes, we know what you’re thinking: Isn’t Galaxy X supposed to be the name of Samsung’s foldable smartphone? Well, that’s what the rumors have called it, but there hasn’t actually been any sort of evidence to support those rumors. In fact, the device we all thought would be the Galaxy X turned out to be a custom-made rugged device for train personnel in South Korea. But that doesn’t have to mean there isn’t going to be a Galaxy X somewhere in the...

Samsung’s Exynos 7270 processor now powers a HiFi music player

A few weeks back, there were reports about Samsung marketing its Exynos range of processors to Chinese OEMs. So far, Meizu has been the only major Chinese brand to use Samsung Exynos processors to power its smartphones. Continuing the trend, Meizu M6s was launched in China with a Samsung Exynos 7872 processor on board in January this year. New territory for Exynos chipsets Although Samsung’s efforts...

Galaxy S9 launch colors and new renders leaked online

As we eagerly wait for the launch of the Galaxy S9 duo on February 25 at Barcelona, Spain, new leaks are flooding the market every day taking all the surprise factor out of the official announcement. After official Galaxy S9 cases surfaced online and confirmed all the rumors about the dual camera set-up for the Galaxy S9+ and the repositioned fingerprint reader, now new press renders in Lilac Purple...

SamMobile Firmware Update Magazine: February 5, 2018

Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly Firmware Magazine. You can think of it as your go-to resource to find out which of your Samsung devices has received a new update or if it’s going to receive a new firmware update in the near future. To keep things interesting, we present the Firmware Magazine in new designs every week. It will always include the important details about firmware updates...

Samsung demonstrates video call over 5G with Verizon and KT

Samsung, Verizon, and KT have been collaborating on 5G research and development since 2015. The three companies have played an important role in aiding the development of early 5G specifications and global standards. Samsung has teamed up with them once again at a sporting event in the United States to demonstrate Samsung’s 5G solutions and possible use cases. The company did so by conducting a live...

On Oreo, biometrics can be used and stored only with a secure screen lock

With Android 8.0 Oreo, a big change is in order as far as biometrics on a Samsung device are concerned. Thanks to new compatibility rules implemented by Google in the latest version of Android, owners of Samsung devices will not be able to store their fingerprint, iris, or facial recognition data unless they use a secure screen lock such as a pattern, PIN, or password. Right now, even if you choose...

Galaxy S7, Galaxy A5 and Galaxy Tab S3 Android 8.0 Oreo update being developed

Samsung is now done developing the Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+. The beta program ended over a week ago and it’s only a matter of time before this update is released to the public. We can now confirm along with our friends over at GalaxyClub that Samsung has started developing the Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy A3 and Galaxy A5 (2017) as well as the Galaxy Tab S3. Samsung is yet to...

Samsung’s Cinema LED Screen makes its way to China with Wanda Cinemas

Samsung launched the world’s first Cinema LED display last year and it installed the first ever commercial display at the Lotte Cinema World Tower in South Korea. It’s an HDR-compatible theater screen which stretches almost 33.8ft wide and can be installed in multiple theater configurations. It brings 4K resolution with a peak brightness level of 146fL which is almost ten times greater than existing projector technologies. The Cinema LED Screen is...

Galaxy S9 and S9+ cases and fast wireless charger pictured in new leak

With just twenty days left for the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+’ highly anticipated launch, we’re going to see a new leak almost every day if history is any indication. Recently, accessory retailer Mobile Fun gave us a glimpse of the official Clear View cases for the S9 and S9+, revealing that the new phones won’t be much different in size from their predecessors. Samsung’s new flagships are expected...

Samsung teams up with Grab to enter the ride-hailing market in Southeast Asia

The ride-hailing market is one of the fastest growing internet services sectors in Southeast Asia and it’s expected to be worth $25 billion by 2022. Samsung wants to be a part of this which is why it has inked a multi-year MOU with the region’s leading ride-hailing service Grab. The two companies will develop new mobility solutions, micro-financing schemes for Grab’s driver-partners and new in-car experiences. The press release also mentions that...

Samsung heir walks free as court suspends prison sentence

Samsung found itself ensnared in a corruption scandal last year that brought down South Korea’s former president Park Geun-hye. Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong, the conglomerate’s heir apparent, was arrested on charges that included bribery and corruption. He denied wrongdoing throughout the trial but a Seoul court found him guilty and sentenced him to five years in prison. Lee filed an appeal against his prison sentence with the Seoul...

Report: Galaxy S9 to carry £100 premium over the S8 in the UK

Flagship phones aren’t getting any cheaper, and the Galaxy S9 is expected to command a higher price tag compared to the Galaxy S8 to continue that tradition. While prices will vary according to market, a new report is shedding light on the kind of premium the S9 could command over its predecessor in the UK. Citing a source in the “UK mobile phone deals industry,” TechRadar says the S9 will be £100 more expensive than the Galaxy S8. Galaxy...