Galaxy Tab S3 software update brings March 2019 security patch

Samsung has released a new software update for the Galaxy Tab S3 in some countries. The update brings the March 2019 security patch to the device and is rolling out in Peru and Colombia with software version T825UBU2BSC2. The Wi-Fi-only variant doesn’t seem to be getting the same update yet, but it should be joining the party sooner rather than later. The usual security update with nothing else of note The changelog for the update doesn’t mention...

Galaxy S10 uses a ‘cropped’ view for selfies in third-party applications

Samsung bundles a fantastic wide-angle front-facing camera on the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e; however, they aren’t able to capture an outspread frame in all scenarios, it has been revealed — the South Korean firm locks down the field-of-view for aftermarket applications. What we mean by that is that the API (that’s the level of code that provides developers with access to core device functions) Samsung created for the front-facing camera,...

PSA: The Galaxy S10e doesn’t have a heart rate sensor

No, the Galaxy S10e doesn’t have a heart rate sensor. This is something we here at SamMobile missed because, frankly, the heart rate sensor has been such a common part of Samsung’s flagships for so many years that we automatically assumed it would be there on all Galaxy S10 models. The S10e does have a small black hole with some kind of chip inside next to the rear camera flash, and we assumed the S10e’s heart rate sensor is partly hidden unlike...

Galaxy S10 design team explains how it ‘created a Galaxy for everyone’

From being mocked for its utilitarian designs to turning into a benchmark for premium smartphone design, Samsung has come a long way in the last few years. It showed its design prowess once again with the recently launched Galaxy S10 series that has been receiving praise from all quarters. The Korean company took its critically-acclaimed flagship design from last year and refined it further to stay...

Galaxy S10 heart rate sensor now lights up for reverse wireless charging

Samsung’s second software update for the Galaxy S10 lineup brought with it improvements to Wireless PowerShare, and it turns out that the company has made a very useful change. The heart rate sensor on the back of the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ will now light up to indicate that Wireless PowerShare is being used. Notice that we don’t mention the Galaxy S10e here, and that’s because the S10e’s heart...

Galaxy S10 is the best smartphone yet, Russian quality check concludes

The Galaxy S10, S10+, and the Galaxy S10e have been recognized as the three best smartphones in a research conducted by Roskachestvo, the Russian non-profit organization for quality checking. Samsung’s latest flagships replace the Galaxy Note 9 from the top spot. Seven Samsung phones in top ten Roskachestvo, together with the International Consumer Research Association (ICRT), has presented an...

Five best cases for your Galaxy S9

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and the S9+ are truly amazing devices. The best case for your Samsung Galaxy S9 should be something which shows the true majesty of the device. It should also be strong and sturdy enough to provide good protection against any possible accidents. Thus, in order to help you figure out the right case for your phone, we have gathered a list of the five best Samsung Galaxy S9 cases...

SamMobile TV Episode 2: Join us as we have lots to discuss!

We brought back our live YouTube sessions with a bang (and a new name) two weeks ago. We know many of you have been waiting for the next episode so don’t forget to tune in today for Episode 2 of SamMobile TV. There is a lot that we’re going to discuss in this episode. First and foremost, we’ll be discussing in detail all of the Samsung news from this week, including last night’s announcement of the new 8-inch Galaxy Tab A with S Pen support. We’ll...

Samsung has installed Onyx cinema LEDs in 16 countries

Samsung unveiled the Onyx LED cinema screen back in July 2017 at the Lotte Cinema World Tower in South Korea. Two years on, the revolutionary cinema screens have now made their debut in 16 countries across the world. The Onyx LED cinema screens bring 4K image quality, HDR capabilities, highest brightness, and more contrast to the big screen, offering an immersive viewing experience to the audience. China has the most...

Samsung launches new 8-inch Galaxy Tab A with S Pen support

We reported exclusively four months ago that Samsung was working on a new Galaxy Tab A tablet with model number SM-P205. The company today announced a brand new tablet which has the same model number. It’s an 8-inch Galaxy Tab A which comes with support for the S Pen. Officially called the Galaxy Tab A with S Pen 8.0″, this tablet has an 8-inch 1920×1200 pixel resolution TFT display. The addition...

Can my Galaxy Watch take my temperature? It’s not that simple…

A lot of people are interested in finding out if they can take a reading of their body temperature with the Galaxy Watch. Samsung’s new smartwatch is the true successor to the Gear S3. It came out last year and Samsung did a very good job of improving everything about the device. The Galaxy Watch got many new features as well. Samsung particularly focused on improving health and fitness-focused features. We said in our Galaxy Watch review that Samsung...

Samsung resumes Galaxy S10 March security update roll out

Samsung released the March 2019 security update for the Galaxy S10 series three days ago. The changelog mentioned that the update also brought improvements for the Wireless PowerShare feature. We found out later that the update had been pulled for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy S10+. Samsung didn’t say why it had halted the roll out but it presumably may have been because of a bug. Whatever...

The Galaxy S11 must be Samsung’s flagship ‘camera’ phone

After the announcement of Huawei’s P30 series, I’ve come to one conclusion: The Galaxy S11 must be a camera-focused flagship. The gap between Samsung’s and Huawei’s camera tech is getting a bit too big. While Samsung led the industry a few years ago, Huawei has begun to steal the Korean giant’s thunder in the last couple of years. With the Galaxy S11, it’s a must for Samsung to close the gap or even do better and retake the lead. You might think...

Best Five Wireless Chargers

The smartphone world is continuously evolving. To ensure fast and convenient charging, wireless chargers were introduced. There are several wireless chargers out there for you to buy. It may get confusing to choose the right one for you. This article will help you choose the best wireless charger. Samsung Qi Certified Wireless Charger Pad Samsung is one of the top smartphone manufacturers. It is...

Samsung releases fold test video to underscore Galaxy Fold’s durability

With the Galaxy Fold priced at 2,000 euro, customers would certainly want the device to be durable. They may have some concerns given the new form factor that this device has. It’s Samsung’s first foldable smartphone after all. The Galaxy Fold has an in-folding display with a proprietary hinge. Samsung claims that the Galaxy Fold holds up well for 200,000 folds. That’s 100 folds per day for five years, much longer than people keep their smartphones...

Galaxy S10 users in the US facing poor network strength on the device

A month after its release, problems on the Galaxy S10 have started to appear out of the woodwork. Last week, several reports popped up claiming that the Galaxy S10 fails to go into deep sleep, thus draining significant amount of battery juice. Now some new reports claim the devices are plagued with crippling signal strength issues. Sprint appears to be the most affected carrier The...

Galaxy S10 lets you use Always On Display in landscape orientation

The Galaxy S10 comes with an option that lets users change the screen orientation for Always On Display (AOD). Samsung’s latest flagship was the first to come with One UI 1.1 out of the box, and compared to One UI 1.0 that we find on every device that was updated to Android Pie from Android 8.0 Oreo, One UI 1.1 comes with a couple of big new features such as Digital Wellbeing and Bixby Routines....

Android Go-powered Galaxy A2 Core user manual surfaces

Samsung has been working on another Android Go smartphone which will most likely be out in the not too distant future. The Galaxy A2 Core has already been revealed in a leaked press render. The user manual for this device has now become available. This will be the first Android Go smartphone in Samsung’s Galaxy A series. Samsung has already listed the device in the support section of its website. Earlier reports had suggested that it may be out before...

Galaxy S10 pre-orders in Brazil exceed all expectations

The Galaxy S10 series is seeing a strong demand in Brazil. Samsung opened pre-orders for the series in the country on March 12, and within a fortnight the company has received twice as many pre-orders as it had received for the Galaxy S9 and S9+ last year. The Galaxy S10 pre-order period in Brazil runs until April 4. “This result reinforces the confidence of Brazilian consumers in our brand,”...

Someone got the Galaxy Fold early and they’ve shared a ton of details

Samsung fans still have a lot of questions about the Galaxy Fold. The company has carefully controlled the information flow for its first foldable smartphone. Despite unveiling the handset on February 20, it has not allowed members of the press to go hands-on with the device so far. That was also the case at MWC 2019 where the Galaxy Fold was proudly showcased in a glass boss but kept out of our hands. With the Galaxy Fold launch just around the...

8nm Exynos 9710 specs surface for the very first time

Samsung is due to launch a successor to its Exynos 9610 chip and it may launch the Exynos 9710 in the not too distant future. The Exynos 9710 specs have surfaced online from China, courtesy of a leaker who has often proven to be reliable. It will take the baton from the 10nm Exynos 7 Series 9610 which has powered premium mid-range devices like the new Galaxy A50. This is the first that we’re hearing of the Exynos 9710’s technical specs. Samsung has...