Galaxy Note 10 said to ditch the headphone jack and physical keys

Some new information has surfaced regarding Samsung’s upcoming flagship. It’s about the Galaxy Note 10 headphone jack, or lack thereof. The report claims that Samsung will remove the 3.5mm headphone jack from the Galaxy Note 10. Not only that, it’s also said to ditch the physical buttons.

So if the information turns out to be accurate, the Galaxy Note 10 won’t have a headphone jack. It also won’t have buttons for power, volume and Bixby. Though I’m sure not a lot of people are going to miss that last one.

Don’t keep your fingers crossed for the Galaxy Note 10 headphone jack

Citing a source familiar with the company’s plans, Android Police reports that Samsung will likely not include a 3.5mm headphone jack with its next flagship smartphone. The company is perhaps the only major Android vendor still selling flagships with the jack. It’s not like Samsung is entirely opposed to the idea. There are a couple of recent mid-range handsets that don’t have it. The Galaxy Tab S5e doesn’t have one either. Let’s not forget that Samsung didn’t include a 3.5mm headphone jack with the Galaxy Fold as well.

It’s important to note (pun intended) here, though, that none of those devices would sell as many units as the company’s next Galaxy Note. Thus a lot more people will have an opinion about this move. You can already tell that it’s going to be polarizing. Samsung will get an earful from fans who have long appreciated its staunch support of the standard. The company could try to placate them by offering pre-order customers a free pair of Galaxy Buds. It already did that quite liberally with the Galaxy S10 so perhaps that was a glimpse of things to come?

As for the other buttons, the report mentions that there may not be any physical volume, power and Bixby buttons on the device. There may be prominent/raised capacitive or pressure-sensitive areas in their place to act as a sort of fake buttons. The scribe doesn’t know if Samsung intends to carry these changes over to the Galaxy S11 next year. It also backs up our recent confirmation that Samsung will be offering the Galaxy Note 10 in two different sizes.

Samsung could try to sell customers on these changes by arguing that this frees up additional space to make the device thinner and lighter. No headphone jack would particularly free up space for a larger battery. The idea of a slimmer Galaxy Note 10 with a 6.75-inch display and S Pen sans headphone jack and buttons may not seem that bad to them. Korean media has actually been talking about this possibility since about eight months ago.

Do keep in mind that this isn’t set in stone just yet. Even the site itself classifies its report as a rumor. It’s possible that this information may be based on a prototype of the Galaxy Note 10 that may or may not end up being the final version. We’ve been hearing about Samsung dropping the headphone jack on a flagship phone for years now. It’s yet to happen but I think it’s about time we start contemplating the inevitability of that decision.

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[Sponsored] Summer Sales: Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Key under $12 with big discount

We all know Microsoft as the company that made the first 32-bit operating system, setting the standard for personal computers, with the accompanying software leading up to the big dot-com bubble investment burst in the late nineties. Microsoft is still making some of the most used programs in the world and, of course, their latest OS: Windows 10. Windows 10 is always improving and currently working better than ever in terms of reliability, efficiency and security. If you are thinking of using their software, this could be a good chance to pick it up with a discount.

URCDKeys.com is an online retailer offering keys for various software and a quick and secure way to purchase game codes/CD keys. Its offering includes keys for various software, games and gift cards for PC, MAC, Xbox, Playstation and many more, as well as CD keys for Steam, Origin, and Uplay platforms. They were one of the first to offer codes for MMO (massively multiplayer online) games. But one of our favorite sections of its website is the Daily Deals page. Take a look at URCDKeys.com if you would like to see what else they have to offer.

Exclusive discount for SamMobile readers

For the above mentioned Microsoft products, the retailer is currently offering an exclusive coupon for the readers of SamMobile.com. The exclusive coupon SM20 can be used on URCDKeys.com to get an additional discount of 20% on the following items:

Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM Key

• Original price：                       $54.91
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• With the use of SM20:            $11.73

Office2019 Professional Plus Key

• Original price:                         $223.05
• Sale price:                               $62.76
• With the use of SM20:            $50.21

Office2016 Professional Plus Key

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The Windows 10 Pro edition gives you lots of features that are not included in the Home edition and gives access to some exclusive Microsoft titles such as PUBG and Forza. You can Download Windows 10 Pro here, and once you install it, you can activate it on your PC with the code you purchase.

With the coupon you will be able to get an additional discount of 20% on top of the sale price. You can add the coupon in the checkout process.

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SamMobile Daily Recap, May 30, 2019: Galaxy S8 update, Galaxy A10e specs, 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 covered today.

Phones

Galaxy M40 camera details surface ahead of June 11 launch

Galaxy A10e specifications revealed by Geekbench benchmark

Firmware

Galaxy J7 Duo, Galaxy J5 Pro, and more getting May security update

New Galaxy S8+ May update improves camera stability

New bug-fixing Galaxy S10 update now available in more countries

General

Samsung’s Exynos Auto 8890 to power Audi A4’s in-vehicle infotainment system

Deals

Up to 60% off a premium Samsung Galaxy Watch wrist band

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New bug-fixing Galaxy S10 update now available in more countries

Samsung is now rolling out the newest Galaxy S10 update in a handful of more countries, following its debut in Switzerland earlier this week. The new update (XXU1ASE6) is the second one that has been issued to the Galaxy S10 lineup this month and brings fixes for the freezing issues users had been facing with the first May security update. At the moment, we can confirm it is out in Germany, India, and Russia, and it shouldn’t be long before more countries join the party.

The new update does seem to fix all problems: Our devices here at SamMobile are running fine after installing it, and many of our readers have also confirmed to us that that’s indeed the case. Samsung was pretty quick with releasing the bug-fixing update, which is good considering the severity of the issues that have been plaguing users after installing the previous update. Now, they can simply enjoy all the camera improvements instead of worrying about when their S10e, S10, or S10+ might start up acting again.

The drill for grabbing the new update is the same as always: Open the Settings app on your Galaxy S10, select Software update, then select the Download and install option to start downloading the update over the air. If it doesn’t show up for you right away, be sure to check back in a little while as these updates are released in phases and can take some time to reach every user. You can also download the new software through our firmware database and flash it on your phone using a Windows PC.

Already updated? Tell us if the update fixes things for your phone down in the comments; also leave a comment to let us know if the update is available for you in a country other than the ones listed above.

Galaxy S10e

• Model: SM-G970F
• Dimensions: 69.9 x 142.2 x 7.9mm
• Display: 5.8” (146.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9820 Octa
• Camera: 12 MP, CMOS F1.5/F2.4 (77°) & 16MP, CMOS F2.2 (123°)Ultra Wide

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Galaxy S10

• Model: SM-G973F
• Dimensions: 70.4 x 149.9 x 7.8mm
• Display: 6.1"(157.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9820 Octa
• Camera: 12 MP.CMOS F2.4 45° Telephoto & 12MP F1.5 77° & 16MP F2.2 123° Ultra-wide

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Galaxy S10 Plus

• Model: SM-G975F
• Dimensions: 74.1 x 157.6 x 7.8mm
• Display: 6.4"(162.5mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9820 Octa
• Camera: 12 MP.CMOS F2.4 45° Telephoto & 12MP F1.5/F2.4 77° & 16MP F2.2 123° Ultra-wide

More specifications

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New Galaxy S8+ May update improves camera stability

The Galaxy S8+ was one of the first few devices which received the May 2019 security patch earlier this month. However, Samsung is now rolling out a new Galaxy S8+ May update today. There are no big ticket items included in the update so don’t expect much in the way of new features.

Germany was the first country where Samsung rolled out the May 2019 security patch for the Galaxy S8+. Today’s update also happens to be rolling out in Germany first. It weighs in at quite a bit more than the first May update.

New Galaxy S8 May update rolling out

Since the device has already received the latest security maintenance release, it doesn’t apply a new monthly patch. Samsung won’t actually be detailing June’s patch until next week at the very least.

The changelog of this update, bearing version number G955FXXU4DSE4, only mentions camera stability improvements and an update for the security patch. We checked anyway just to be certain if features like the new Night mode and Scene Optimizer had trickled down perhaps. That’s a hard no.

The original May 2019 update for the Galaxy S8+ weighed in at just over 400MB while the firmware that’s rolling out today comes in at north of 600MB. Whatever changes it applies behind-the-scenes must be significant enough to warrant a second update in the same month.

Samsung is now rolling out this firmware version over-the-air in Germany. You can also download it from our firmware section. It may not be long before the Galaxy S8 also receives its May 2019 security patch. Users in other markets across the globe will eventually get the update well.

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Galaxy A10e specifications revealed by Geekbench benchmark

Samsung’s upcoming “e” variant of the Galaxy A10 is nearing its launch. The device, Galaxy A10e, recently passed through the FCC with model number SM-A102U and also secured Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Alliance certifications. Now, ahead of the impending launch, it has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmark database, revealing some key specs.

Galaxy A10e specs include Exynos 7884 SoC with 2GB RAM

The Geekbench listing says the Galaxy A10e has the Exynos 7885 chipset with eight physical cores. However, the actual benchmark scores and the CPU’s base frequency of 1.35 GHz suggest it to be the Exynos 7884 instead, the same chipset as the standard A10. After all, it wouldn’t really make sense for an “e” variant to better than its non-“e” sibling. Coincidentally, the Galaxy A10 was also reported to have an Exynos 7885 chipset by the Geekbench benchmark.

The Galaxy A10e also gets 2GB of RAM and will come with Android 9 Pie out of the box, exactly like the A10. This essentially means the two devices will offer pretty much identical performance. However, since the “e” variant is supposed to be cheaper, Samsung may downgrade the A10e in some other areas, such as a smaller display and battery. And if that’s the case, we could be looking at a compact budget phone from Samsung.

The model number SM-A102U suggests that the Galaxy A10e will be launched in the US as well, which is a rarity for Samsung’s budget phones. Samsung also has at least three other Galaxy A phones, the Galaxy A20, A50, and the A70, in the pipeline for a US launch.

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Galaxy J7 Duo, Galaxy J5 Pro, and more getting May security update

A number of Galaxy devices are receiving an update with the May 2019 security patch in various parts of the world. These devices include the Galaxy J7 Duo, Galaxy J5 Pro, Galaxy Note Fan Edition, and the Galaxy Tab Active 2, and the updates seem to be basic ones with only security fixes. That means that other than the Galaxy Note Fan Edition, no device is getting the Android Pie update.

However, security updates are important as well, and these devices have fixes for the most recent security flaws discovered in the Android operating system and Samsung’s own software. The May patch fixes seven critical and dozens of high and moderate risk Android OS vulnerabilities, along with 21 vulnerabilities of varying severities that only affect Galaxy devices. Samsung details these critical vulnerabilities on its security website for those who are interested in the specifics.

If you own any of the devices mentioned above, you can check if the update is available for you by going into the Settings app, tapping Software update, then selecting the Download updates manually option (on Android Pie, this is called Download and install). No update for your device yet? You can skip the queue and download the firmware for the new update for your country from our database and upgrade using a Windows PC.

Galaxy J7 Duo

• Model: SM-J720F
• Dimensions: 153.5 x 77.2 x 8.2mm
• Display: 5.5" (139.5 mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 7870 Octa
• Camera: 13 MP, CMOS F1.9 & 5 MP, CMOS F1.9

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Galaxy J5 Pro

• Model: SM-J530G
• Dimensions: 146.3 x 71.3 x 7.9mm
• Display: 5.2" (131.8mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos Exynos 7870
• Camera: 13 MP, CMOS F1.7

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Galaxy Note FE (LG-U+)

• Model: SM-N935L
• Dimensions: 153.5 x 73.9 x 7.9mm
• Display: 5.7"(143.9mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos Snapdragon 8890
• Camera: 12 MP, CMOS F1.7

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Galaxy Tab Active2 LTE

• Model: SM-T395
• Dimensions: 127.6 x 214.7 x 9.9mm
• Display: 8.0" (203,1mm) TFT
• CPU: Exynos 7870
• Camera: 8 MP, CMOS

More specifications

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Daily Deal: Up to 60% off a premium Samsung Galaxy Watch wrist band

We bring our readers great deals on Samsung products daily and they particularly seem to love the ones for smartwatches. Custom wrist bands are a great way to personalize your smartwatch. Besides, the bands can also get worn out over time so it’s always a good idea to have a few ready to go. We’ve found a great deal, allowing you to get a decent smartwatch replacement band at 60% off! This band is compatible with the Galaxy Watch 46mm, Gear S2, and the S3 Frontier/Classic.

Be sure to be quick to place your order using the Buy Now button below because these deals usually run out fast.

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Galaxy M40 camera details surface ahead of June 11 launch

The Galaxy M40, Samsung’s fourth smartphone in the Galaxy M series, will soon be making its official debut, with the company having confirmed a June 11 launch for the device. The Galaxy M40 is going to have plenty of attractive features, like a triple rear camera setup, Snapdragon 675 SoC, and an Infinity-O display, which suggest it is going to be similar to the Galaxy A60 that was launched in China a few weeks ago. And supporting those rumors is a new report from 91Mobiles, which reveals the megapixel count for the primary rear camera and the front-facing camera.

32 million pixels at the back, half that for selfies

The information comes straight from the horse’s mouth: 91Mobiles was told by Asim Warsi, Senior Vice President at Samsung India, that the M40 will have a 32MP rear camera and a 16MP front-facing camera. The rear camera resolution matches that of the Galaxy A70, so we’re assuming the other two cameras at the back will be 8-megapixel ultra-wide and 5-megapixel depth sensors. It’s just an assumption, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility going by the specs for other smartphones Samsung has launched recently with triple-camera setups.

Warsi also said the Galaxy M40 “will be a flagship-category offering priced around ₹20,000 (~$285).” While the M40 will technically be a mid-range device, Samsung calling it a flagship-category phone makes sense, as the M40 will have impressive specs for a Galaxy phone priced under $300. In fact, it will probably end up affecting sales of the Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A70, both of which are excellent phones but will be undercut by the M40’s pricing. However, it may not have that much of an effect, as the Galaxy M40 will not be available at offline retail stores.

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Samsung’s Exynos Auto 8890 to power Audi A4’s in-vehicle infotainment system

Samsung has been supplying its auto chips to Audi for use in its infotainment systems since 2017. Continuing the partnership, the South Korean electronics giant will now supply the German carmaker with its Exynos Auto 8890 processor. The processor will power Audi’s A4 and other upcoming cars’ upgraded in-vehicle infotainment system. The new Audi A4 will be available in Europe starting this fall.

Exynos Auto 8890 powers Audi A4

The Exynos Auto 8890 boasts 8 CPU cores and 12 GPU cores, and is capable of powering Audi’s modular infotainment platform (MIB). MIB is a technology “that anticipates the drivers’ needs by keeping up with the latest advancements in information and entertainment equipment”. The Exynos Auto 8890 will function as its main processing unit, handling multimedia playback, navigation, and vehicle control. The chip also supports multi-OS and can manage up to four displays simultaneously.

Samsung’s auto chips will continue to power Audi’s future cars as well, at least for a couple more years. Earlier this year, the company launched the Exynos Auto V9, its first Auto-branded Exynos processor. It will be used in the German automobile manufacturer’s next-generation in-vehicle infotainment system that is set to debut in 2021. Samsung’s automotive components received the ISO 26262 Certification from TUV Rheinland for functional safety earlier this month.

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