Galaxy S9 camera gets Flaw Detection, Scene Optimizer with Android Pie

Android Pie may increase the steps needed before one can record a video on a Galaxy S9, but it also brings some new camera features. These camera features, Scene Optimizer and Flaw Detection, debuted on the Galaxy Note 9 and have also been seen on some mid-range devices Samsung has launched in recent weeks (such as the new Galaxy A9). New Galaxy S9 camera features with Android Pie Let’s talk...

Galaxy S9 Android Pie hotfix update fixes issues with second beta release

Samsung has just released a hotfix update for the Galaxy S9 Android Pie beta. The first update to the initial One UI beta brought fixes for many bugs, but two major issues managed to slip through. Many users had complained about their mobile data connection not working on the second Pie beta, and this has been fixed with the hotfix update. Also fixed is a problem that prevented some apps from opening. A...

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We strive to offer you the very best content here on SamMobile. That effort requires us to be mindful of what our readers want. We often look for feedback from you so that we can better shape our content policies based on your expectations. That’s the reason why we’re putting up this poll. Vote below and let us know what you’d like to see more of on your favorite website. Whether you want more news about Samsung firmware or want to find out how good...

Samsung Electronics was the fourth largest R&D spender globally, says PwC

According to a report from PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Samsung Electronics was the 4th largest R&D spender globally during the one-year period beginning H2 last year. The report which looked into the R&D spending of 1000 major firms, placed Samsung’s R&D spending at $15.3 billion, netting it the 4th rank for the second year in a row. The Korean giant’s investments in R&D went up by 6.8% year-on-year and accounted for 6.8% of the...

South Korea indicts 11 people for leaking Samsung’s OLED secrets to China

Samsung isn’t just competing with Chinese companies in the smartphone market. Chinese component manufacturers are also eyeing the Korean giant’s lead in this market. Samsung has been able to retain its dominance largely due to its greater technological prowess and scalability. The protection of Samsung’s intellectual property is, therefore, key to its very survival. Its lead in the market is no laughing matter. Samsung Display has a near monopoly...