Grab an unlocked Galaxy Note 10+ for $200 off from Amazon US

All eyes may be on the Galaxy S20 right now as we get closer to the launch of Samsung’s upcoming flagship, but until that happens, the Galaxy Note 10+ will continue to be the most jam-packed Galaxy smartphone available on the market. And if you’re on the lookout for a new flagship phone, then you might want to take advantage of the latest deal on the Galaxy Note 10+ from Amazon.com.

Amazon is selling the 256GB and 512GB storage variants of the phone for $899.99 and $999.99, which is a cool $200 off their regular price tags. If you go for the 256GB variant, you can choose from three color options: Aura Black, Aura Silver, and Aura White. For those wondering, this is the unlocked model that can be used on any of the major carriers in the country, and it comes with 12 months of US warranty.

If you aren’t sure if the Galaxy Note 10+ is for you, you can read our review to make a more informed purchase. Spoiler alert: The Note 10+ is totally worth even its standard $1099 price tag, and it’s an outright steal at a $200 discount. So, hurry up and place an order before the price goes back up!

You can buy the 256GB variant here and the 512GB variant here.

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Here’s when the Galaxy S20 might go on sale

In the last couple of weeks, there has been a crazy amount of leaks about Samsung’s Galaxy S20 series. We have seen multiple reports and rumors talking about the spec sheet for the three Galaxy S20 models, and earlier today, we saw the first report hinting at the possible pricing for the upcoming flagship. Now, another report has arrived with details on the Galaxy S20’s availability.

Galaxy S20 release date reportedly set a month after Unpacked

Sources speaking to Frandroid say the Galaxy S20 lineup will hit retail stores in France on March 13. And considering France is an important market for Samsung, we can assume that the same date would apply for the release in other countries around the world. Some markets, like the US and South Korea, could see the devices shipping to customers a day or two before they go on sale globally, at least if we consider what happened with the Galaxy S10 series last year.

The pre-order period for the Galaxy S20 will reportedly run from February 11 to March 13. If the mid-March release date is accurate, then the Galaxy S20 series will go on sale a full month after it is unveiled. That’s a considerably longer waiting period than we have seen with flagship Galaxy smartphones in recent years. The Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 went on sale 16 days after they were announced, and the Galaxy S9 and S9+ hit retail shelves around 20 days after launch.

Of course, things may turn out to be different in reality, as unofficial information can often turn out to a bit (or a lot) off the mark. Thankfully, we will not have to wait too long before Samsung tells us the real prices and release dates for its 2020 flagship: The Galaxy S20 Unpacked launch is set to take place on February 11, which is a little under three weeks away.

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Galaxy S20 series to be priced about the same as or lower than the S10

The Galaxy S20 series is exactly three weeks away from its official unveiling and the rumors keep on pouring. The latest unconfirmed bit of information arrives via Twitter and concerns the pricing of the 5G variants. The rumor claims that the Galaxy S20 5G, Galaxy S20+ 5G, and Galaxy S20 Ultra (which is 5G by default) will cost €900-1000, €1050-1100, and €1300, respectively.

The source adds that the flagship’s launch prices are not set in stone and could be a bit lower. Also, the LTE variants will reportedly cost around €100 less than the 5G models, but that’s somewhat expected if we take the launch of the Galaxy Note 10+ as a basis. There was a €100 discrepancy between the Galaxy 10+ LTE and 5G models, while stateside, carriers offered the 5G variant at a $200 premium over the LTE model. We could see a similar story developing around the launch of the Galaxy S20 in the US and Europe.

Galaxy S20 Ultra could be considerably cheaper than the ceramic Galaxy S10+

These unconfirmed prices for the Galaxy S20 series don’t seem too outlandish, especially if they will be a tad lower. Compared to the Galaxy S10+ which had a launch price of €999/€1249 depending on the storage configuration, the Galaxy S20+ 5G and its alleged €1050-1100 price tag sounds reasonable. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S20 Ultra would cost around €300 less than the ceramic Galaxy S10+ with LTE, 12GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. The Galaxy S20 Ultra is the only model in the upcoming series that is expected to launch exclusively in 5G flavor.

In closing, it’s worth mentioning that the recent tweet also puts a tentative price tag on the Galaxy Z Flip, which could sell for €1400 or lower. And hopefully, it will be lower, especially given that other recent reports hinted at a more reasonable $862-$1293 price range.

So just heard S20 prices. Expect these to be lower than listed but at the moment we are expecting:

S20 5G: €900-1000
S20+ 5G: €1050-1100
S20 Ultra 5G: €1300

Galaxy Z Flip is supposed to be about €1400 but I expect that to change before launch.

— Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) January 20, 2020

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Galaxy A11 and Galaxy M11 reconfirmed to run Android 10 by the WFA

Samsung’s most budget-oriented smartphones of 2020 – the Galaxy A11 and Galaxy M11 – have one less formality to deal with before they can hit the shelves. They have both been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance today while carrying the model numbers SM-A115F and SM-M115F.

A couple of months ago we brought you the news about Samsung’s plans to ship the Galaxy A11 with Android 10 out of the box. The WFA approval documents now confirm this to be true for both the Galaxy A11 and the Galaxy M11.

Samsung’s most budget phones will run Android 10 on launch day

The Wi-Fi Alliance papers don’t reveal new hardware details, as usual, but Samsung fans already have a general idea of what to expect from these devices. After all, they will be the company’s most affordable smartphones of the year, and specs will be appropriate for the segment.

The Galaxy A11 was previously spotted in an online benchmark running the Snapdragon 625/626 chipset coupled with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of built-in storage. Less is known about the Galaxy M11, but it should launch in an exclusive violet color along with the standard black and blue. It should have at least 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage.

Exact launch dates for the budget Galaxy A11 and M11 remain unknown. The WFA approval might hint at an imminent release, but there’s never a guarantee of it taking place shortly after the documents pop-up online. It’s up to Samsung, but regardless, we’ll keep you posted as soon as we learn more.

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Good Lock 2020 with Android 10 support will be released on February 3

Good Lock is a powerful customization app for Samsung devices that was first released in 2016 with Android 6.0 support. Samsung skipped a year and then updated the app in 2018 with support for Android 8.0. Good Lock 2019 arrived not too long after Android Pie was released last year.

Naturally, people have been wondering when Good Lock 2020 will be released. The app is due to be updated with support for Android 10 and One UI 2.0. Samsung has now revealed that Good Lock 2020 will be released on February 3.

Good Lock 2020 is going to be released in a couple of weeks

The person in charge of Good Lock development confirmed on Samsung Korea’s official community forum that the latest iteration of the app is going to be released sooner than its predecessor was last year. Good Lock 2019 was released on March 7 last year. Samsung will release the new app a month earlier this time around.

It was also explained why it takes a bit more time to update Good Lock. Unlike other apps that only require a minor update in order to be compatible with the latest Android version, Good Lock has to be reworked entirely based on the Android platform version.

Good Lock 2020 will follow the One UI 2.0 design principle and is going to support the system-wide night mode. The core features of the app have been improved as well. Lockstar will get the ability to automatically arrange elements to match the background by using on-device AI. A notification detail view that was requested by many users has been added.

The vertical style has been added to Task Changer while LockStar gets a custom function for lock screen. Improvements have also been made to Sound Assistant, One Hand Operation and ThemePark. There were some issues with NavStar during the development so it’s expected to be ready a little later than February 3.

New features are also being developed for the home screen in addition to new wallpapers. They will be made available down the line as well. Good Lock 2020 will start rolling out on February 3 in South Korea initially. It will eventually go live in other markets as well.

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Galaxy M30s enjoys success in India, improves Samsung’s market share

A few months ago, IDC reported that Samsung’s smartphone shipments in India have slowed down in Q3 2019 despite the market showing strong signs of growth. The company was losing ground to OEMs from China, including Xiaomi, Vivo, and Realme. The good news is that Samsung has regained its momentum in the final quarter of 2019, according to a fresh IDC report cited by The Economic Times.

Samsung increased its market share in India from 16.19% in September to 19.85% a month later. The company performed even better in November when its share topped 21.08% of the market. At the same time, rivals including Realme and Vivo have underperformed.

Furthermore, Samsung was able to increase its online influence and nearly doubled its online share in just a couple of months. Samsung held 10.3% of the online market space in September 2019, but the figure reached 18.77% in November.

The Galaxy M30s seems to be a smashing hit

According to IDC, the Galaxy M30s has been very successful in India ever since it was released at the end of September, with online sales driving shipments for the brand. The source didn’t reveal any exact shipping figures for the device, but the idea that the Galaxy M30s is performing well in the country does not surprise. After all, when the device was released, we considered it to be Samsung’s new value-for-money champion in our full review. Many of Samsung’s customers in India seem to have felt the same way.

Samsung is developing a direct sequel to the Galaxy M30s, and it, too, could become a favorite in India. The device follows the same naming scheme of the Galaxy A (2020) series, and it should be unveiled as the Galaxy M31. Availability details remain unknown, but the new model is expected to include a couple of key upgrades in terms of SoC and software. It could also boast the same quad camera setup as the Galaxy A51.

Samsung secured second place in India in Q4 2019 while Xiaomi maintained its lead. Hopefully, the 2020 Galaxy M lineup will help the company close the gap between it and its biggest rival in the country.

Galaxy M30s

• Model: SM-M307F
• Dimensions: 159.0 x 75.1 x 8.9mm
• Display: 6.4" (162.1mm) Super AMOLED
• CPU: Exynos 9611
• Camera: 48 MP, CMOS F2.0 & 8MP, CMOS Ultra Wide F2.2 & 5 MP Depth F2.2

More specifications

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New Galaxy Buds+ renders show the earbuds in black and white

Samsung’s February 11 Unpacked event is likely to have the Galaxy Buds+ making their first official appearance alongside the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung’s second foldable phone. Multiple leaks have shown that the updated earbuds will have pretty much the same design as the original Galaxy Buds, and we also know they will be available in a new Sky Blue color, renders of which hit the internet a few weeks ago.

Now, new renders have leaked online, this time showing both the earbuds and their charging case in black and white. There’s nothing else of note in these renders, and we are also yet to see the Buds+ in pink. As we had exclusively revealed when we first discovered that the Buds+ are in development, the new wireless earbuds from Samsung will be available in four color options: black, white, blue, and pink. We are also seeing signs of a red variant, although that one will probably be limited to a few markets.

In terms of upgrades over the Galaxy Buds, the Buds+ will bring longer battery life – they will last up to 12 hours on a single charge, according to our sources. They will also have four microphones for improved call quality but will miss out on active noise cancellation. The general sound quality will be improved as well. The Buds+ will reportedly cost up to 50% more than the Galaxy Buds, though it remains to be seen what the actual price tag will be.

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New Samsung smartwatch codename hints at a classic design

Just last week we learned Samsung is working on its next Galaxy Watch generation. Now, the codename of the upcoming smartwatch seems to hint at a classic, rather than sporty, design.

Galaxy Watch 2 codename: Noblesse

Recently, news broke that Samsung has started work on a new device in its Galaxy Watch lineup, carrying model number SM-R840. We expressed hope that this might turn out to be the true successor to the first Galaxy Watch. After all, 2019 did bring us two generations of the Galaxy Watch Active, but 2018’s Galaxy Watch never saw a proper follow-up.

Now, the guys at GalaxyClub have received information hinting at an interesting codename for the next watch: Noblesse. Though details remain scarce, the name itself seems to point to a classic design, rather than a sports watch. Similarly, the name suggest that Samsung may be targeting a somewhat pricier segment of the watch market, though codenames are often packed with ambition regardless of whether the final product matches that ambition or not.

Still, it is about time Samsung released another take on a classic watch. Unsurprisingly, Noblesse is said to come in two different sizes. We are left guessing about specific features or sensors, as the device seems to be in an early stage of development. For this reason, we do not expect Samsung to reveal the watch during next month’s Unpacked event, where the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip are certain to be revealed. Rather, a launch after the summer may be in the cards, where it could accompany a possible Galaxy Note 20. Until then, many more details of the next Galaxy Watch generation are sure to surface.

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Daily Deal: 15% off Anker Wireless Charger

Anker is known for offering excellent smartphone accessories for fair prices and this deal makes it even better. This wireless charger is able to give you 10W charging speed to fast charge your Samsung Galaxy device. It will also work with a rubber or silicone case on your phone so there’s no need to take those off. This wireless charger is perfect to use on your night stand or at your desk so that you can pick it up and go whenever you need and don’t need to think about taking the charging cable out anymore. You’re now able to get this wireless charger even cheaper as it’s now on sale at 15% off!

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Galaxy Note 10 Lite official in India, pricing and availability revealed

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Note 10 Lite in India. Pre-booking for the phone starts today itself from major retail stores, online stores, and Samsung’s official website, while general sales will kick off from February 3. Pricing for the Note 10 Lite in India is higher than what the rumors had suggested: The 6GB+128GB configuration will set you back by Rs 38,999 and the 8GB+128GB version by Rs 40,999.

Those are actually excellent prices for what is on offer with the Galaxy Note 10 Lite. It may have some old specs, like the Exynos 9810 SoC that powered the Galaxy Note 9 in 2018 and the Note 8’s 12MP primary rear camera, but it also comes with quite a few modern features. There’s the 6.7-inch Full HD+ Infinity-O display with a centered punch hole, a 4,500 mAh battery with support for 25W super fast charging, and Android 10 with One UI 2.0 out of the box.

The triple rear camera setup includes a 12MP F2.2 ultra-wide camera and a 12MP 2x zoom lens, while the front-facing camera is a 32MP sensor. The 128GB of onboard storage can be expanded with a microSD card of up to 1TB capacity. Of course, an S Pen is included as well. The S Pen sports Bluetooth connectivity and can be used as a remote control inside various apps. On the software front, you get Samsung Pay and all of the Bixby features (such as Routines).

Samsung will also be launching the Galaxy S10 Lite in India later this week. The “Lite” Galaxy S10 won’t have as much of a waiting period, however, with the device set to go on sale on January 23. You can see how the specs on the two phones compare here.

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Galaxy S8 and S8+ January security update rolling out

The Galaxy S8 and S8+ may not be eligible for the Android 10 update, much to the annoyance of those who purchased either device, but Samsung is continuing to release regular security updates for 2017’s flagship Galaxy S smartphone(s). This week, the company is rolling out the January 2020 security update to the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+. The update has been released in a few European countries, including France, Poland, Hungary, and the Netherlands.

The January update for the S8 and S8+ sports firmware version G950*XXS6DTA1 and, as you would expect, comes with only the latest security patch. The January patch brings fixes for a handful of critical vulnerabilities in Android OS, along with fixes for 17 vulnerabilities found to affect only Samsung’s software, including one that could allow brute force attacks on the lock screen password and allow unauthorized access to a device.

If you live in a country where the January update for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ has been released, you should get a notification once it’s available for your device. You can also check for it manually by tapping Download and install in the Settings » Software update menu on the phone. We also have the latest firmware available in our firmware archive, which you can use to update your phone using a Windows computer.

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Support page for Samsung Galaxy S20+ LTE variant pops up

Going by all the leaks and rumors in the last couple of weeks, it’s pretty clear that the Galaxy S20 Ultra will have a leg up or two over the regular Galaxy S20 and the Galaxy S20+ as far as the spec sheet is concerned. The S20 Ultra could be the only one to feature a microSD slot, Samsung’s new 108MP camera, and possibly even a 40MP front camera. And, well, the top-end Galaxy S20 model could also be the only one to come with 5G support as standard.

A few months ago, we revealed that the Samsung is developing firmware for the LTE variants of the Galaxy S20 and S20+. That led to some of our readers wondering why LTE variants exist when the new Exynos and Snapdragon chips have 5G connectivity built-in. If you had been hopeful that Samsung would end up scrapping those LTE variants, then you will be disappointed. A support page for the Galaxy S20+’s LTE variant has popped up on Samsung’s Latin America website, pretty much confirming that 5G connectivity is not going to be standard across the lineup.

The non-5G Galaxy S20+ features model number SM-G985F, while the 5G model is SM-G986F. The regular Galaxy S20 will also have both LTE and 5G variants, featuring model numbers SM-G980F and SM-G981F. Samsung will probably sell only the 5G variants in major markets like the US and its home country and launch the LTE variants in more price-sensitive markets. We’ll know for sure once the Galaxy S20 series goes official next month and Samsung starts releasing local availability details in countries around the world.

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