Galaxy Watch Active 2 update sets touch bezel setting on by default

A software update has been released for the Galaxy Watch Active 2 in the US today, and it makes an important change: After the update is installed, the touch bezel on the watch will be turned on by default. As we had reported, one of the Galaxy Watch Active 2’s key features, the virtual touch bezel, comes disabled out of the box and requires the user to take a trip into the Galaxy Wearable app...

Galaxy S10 September update out for Canada, no new features included

Galaxy S10 owners in Canada can now download an update with the September 2019 security patch. However, they will be disappointed to find that the update does not bring any of the Galaxy Note 10 features that the Exynos-powered Galaxy S10 devices received with the September update in other markets. Only the new security patch is included in the update, which bumps the software version up to G97*WVLS2ASI6. The September update is available on...

First Galaxy Fold 5G firmware update adds Link to Windows

Samsung has started rolling out the first firmware update for the Galaxy Fold 5G. It’s a minor update that doesn’t bring much in the way of new features. It’s certainly not like the significant update released for the Galaxy S10 recently which brought over many of the new features introduced with the Galaxy Note 10. What this update does bring is the Link to Windows feature that debuted on the Galaxy Note 10 as well. No additional features have been...

How to set up and customize Galaxy Note 10 Air Actions

Air Actions is the latest addition to the Galaxy Note family. The feature was introduced along with the new S Pen version paired with the Galaxy Note 10. For the first time in the series, the latest S Pen features an internal gyroscope. The hardware is being put to practical use through what Samsung calls Air Actions; or to be more specific, a sub-section of Air Actions which covers gestures. Galaxy...

Daily Deal: 60% off Samsung Active InEar Headphones

In-ear headphones are versatile. They’re perfect to use during your commute, in the office or while working out. The design makes sure they stay in your ear so you can move freely. They also have a built-in microphone (compatible with Samsung smartphones) so you can take calls with them too. At 60% off, this is a great opportunity to get a couple of headphones in so you’ll never have to go without them. Hit the Buy Now button below and order them...

Japan’s KDDI signs contract for Samsung 5G network equipment

Samsung will supply Japan’s second-largest mobile carrier, KDDI, with 5G network equipment. According to a Samsung official cited by The Korea Times, the company “[…] won a contract to supply its 5G network equipment to KDDI,” however, the value of the contract was not disclosed. KDDI and Samsung have been testing 5G equipment over the past few years. In 2018 the companies showcased the power of 5G by successfully conducting a real-time free-viewpoint...

Where to find the AR Doodle camera feature on the Galaxy S10

AR Doodle is a camera feature that debuted on the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+, but it didn’t stay exclusive to the two Notes for long as Samsung brought it over to the Galaxy S10 lineup with a software update starting September 23. AR Doodle is a fun little video recording feature that allows you to draw on top of whatever it is you’re recording with the phone’s camera. These drawings — doodles,...

Samsung opens a showcase venue for ‘The Wall’ displays in Korea

Samsung has opened a new showcase venue for ‘The Wall’ displays in Korea today. The ‘experience space’ is set up at ODEPort, a high-end audio store in Seoul’s Gangnam district. This is the first such showcase in Korea and the third one globally. The other two venues are the Harrods department store and the Samsung KX experience center – both of which are in London. The Korean tech giant is displaying the 146-inch ‘The Wall Luxury’ screen at the new...

Samsung Q3 2019 operating profit may fall by 60%

Samsung has been facing a challenging business environment for the past few quarters. That was reflected in the company’s bottom line. Its profit plunged by 56 percent in the second quarter of this year compared to the same period last year. The primary reason is the supply glut of NAND flash and DRAM chips. Semiconductors account for a significant chunk of the company’s revenues and as prices have declined, so have its profits. Analysts now predict...

Flipkart India offering huge discount on Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+

As part of its ongoing Big Billion Days sale, Indian retailer Flipkart is selling the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ at a considerable discount. The regular Galaxy S9 is available from Flipkart for Rs. 29,999 (~$425), nearly 52% off its maximum retail price, while the S9+ can be purchased for Rs. 34,999 (~$495), or 50% less than its maximum retail price. It’s worth noting that Flipkart has jacked up the...

Get free Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Fit with Galaxy Note 10+ in the US

As a limited time offer, Samsung is giving away a Galaxy Fit and the Galaxy Buds for free with every Galaxy Note 10+ purchase in the US. Bought separately, the Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Fit would set you back by $229.98, making this is a pretty impressive deal for what is Samsung’s most impressive Galaxy Note flagship yet. And the free Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Fit make sense when you consider that the...

October security update rolling out for the Galaxy A50

Galaxy A50 owners who have been wondering why Samsung hasn’t yet sent out the September security update for their device are in for a surprise: The Korean giant has decided to skip ahead to the October security patch for the Galaxy A50 and is rolling out an update with the next month’s patch in some countries. The update, carrying software version A505FNXXS2ASJ1, is out in Switzerland, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and a few countries in...

Exclusive Galaxy Fold themes now available on the Galaxy Store

A dedicated section for Galaxy Fold themes has gone live on the Galaxy Store. Samsung’s foldable phone-cum-tablet is, at long last, available for purchase and has been making its way into the hands of consumers in the last week or so, and while it may have a unique form factor, a lot of the software experience is going to be the same as on other Galaxy devices. That includes support for themes, and...

Galaxy M30s is now available for purchase in India

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy M30s in India last week as a mid-year refresh to the existing M30. It was scheduled to go on sale on September 29, but Amazon India has now revealed that Prime subscribers can buy the online-exclusive device a day early (i.e., starting today) on its website. Those without a Prime subscription can purchase the M30s from September 29 onwards as announced on both Amazon.in and the Samsung India online store. The Galaxy M30s is...

Galaxy A70s is official, will launch in India tomorrow for $412

The Galaxy A70s has been officially introduced by Samsung India today, and the device will go on sale tomorrow, September 28, for the starting price of Rs. 28,999 ($412). In many ways, the Galaxy A70s is similar to the original Galaxy A70 model launched earlier this year. In other areas, such as the camera setup, the A70s outshines its close sibling despite the launch prices between the two models...

Customize Galaxy Note 10 Air command for a better S Pen experience

Air command has been the centerpiece of the S Pen experience for years, and it’s no different for the Galaxy Note 10 series. Air command is a special menu for your S Pen, designed to accommodate apps and shortcuts to features that work best in conjunction with the stylus. Think of it as your digital toolbox for the S Pen. The Air command menu can be customized to an extent, allowing you to choose...

Galaxy Fold pre-registration page is live in India, Australia, the UAE

Samsung is readying the Galaxy Fold for release in more markets, as prospective buyers located in India, Australia, and the UAE can now show their interest in the device by visiting Samsung’s website and completing an online pre-registration form. The company will issue updates to those who pre-register for the Galaxy Fold, but as yet, there’s no official word on when the foldable device will be released...

Daily Deal: 33% off the August Smart Lock

Our locks have been almost the same for decades. You get a set of cylinders and keys and you always need to bring keys if you want to enter your house. With IoT (Internet of Things) products emerging, it was a matter of time before entering your house no longer required a key. August did just that. It’s an extension to your existing lock and is placed over it. When you get close to it with your phone, it will automatically unlock so there’s no need...

Oculus CTO calls Gear VR a missed opportunity

The launch of the Galaxy Note 10/10+ marked the end of Gear VR – a mobile VR feature that has been part of Samsung’s Galaxy flagship smartphones for many years. It was born out of a partnership between Samsung and Oculus (now a Facebook subsidiary) and made its debut on the Galaxy Note 4 in 2014. Neither of the companies has offered any explanation for the platform’s demise so far, but Oculus CTO John Carmack shared some of his thoughts about Gear...

How to get the Samsung Fortnite Glow skin for free

Samsung has been offering custom Fortnite skins for a while now and now there’s a new one up for grabs. It was confirmed earlier this week that the Fortnite Glow skin and Levitate emote will be available starting September 27. The skin is available as a free download for all Fortnite players with an eligible Galaxy device. The company says that this skin has been inspired by the Aura Glow color that...

Galaxy Note 10’s screen recording feature isn’t part of new Galaxy S10 update

The latest Galaxy S10 update is an important one, as it levels the playing field between Samsung’s two flagship lines as far as software features are concerned. The update brought a slew of Galaxy Note 10 features to the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, and Galaxy S10+, including pretty much every camera feature and support for Samsung DeX on PC. However, one Note 10 feature that hasn’t arrived with...

The revamped Galaxy Fold has suffered its first display defect

Display defect hasn’t become quite as synonymous with the Galaxy Fold as battery fire became with the Galaxy Note 7, but there’s no denying the foldable smartphone’s rocky start. Samsung recalled all of the review units it sent out earlier this year and delayed the April launch due to some obvious issues. It has since launched a revamped Galaxy Fold with improved durability. This device is already...

How to set up and use Secure Folder on the Galaxy Note 10

Samsung’s Secure Folder is a great security feature based on the Knox platform, available on various Galaxy phones including the latest Galaxy Note 10 series. Secure Folder offers a private, encrypted space on your smartphone, allowing you to safely store private files and apps. Secure Folder is virtually a sandboxed environment. It not only allows you to secure files and apps behind a biometric authentication...