Galaxy Note 20 Ultra’s UWB tech to be used for faster file sharing, digital keys

The Galaxy Note 20 and the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra were announced a few hours ago with newer designs, better cameras, and improved performance. While both phones feature GPS, 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, only the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra features the new UWB (ultra wideband) technology that can be used for faster and more accurate wireless connectivity. Samsung mentioned during the Galaxy Unpacked...

Samsung announces Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta update for Galaxy S20 series

Just hours after announcing its newest smartphones, tablets, and wearables, Samsung has announced that it has opened registrations for accessing the developer beta version of One UI 3.0 for the Galaxy S20 series. The new software update is based on Android 11 and will be available to partner developers. The One UI 3.0 update is in the pre-beta phase right now, and accessing it will require an approved application from Samsung. This means that most...

Galaxy Tab S7 versus Galaxy Tab S6: The battle of LCD and AMOLED

We’ve compared the Galaxy Tab S6 with the Galaxy Tab S7+ side-by-side, but that may have not been a fair fight given that the latter model does carry the ‘Plus’ label while the 2019 tablet does not. However, we haven’t forgotten about the standard Galaxy Tab S7 either, so next we’ll be taking a closer look at how the Galaxy Tab S6 compares versus the Galaxy Tab S7. The Galaxy Tab S7 is actually quite...

Galaxy Buds Live vs Galaxy Buds and Buds+: In a league of its own

It was only last year that Samsung released the Galaxy Buds, its new truly wireless earbuds. They had many strengths but a few weaknesses as well. The audio experience was fine for the most part but lacked the X factor. Call quality left a lot to be desired and the battery life could have been better too. Samsung addressed some of those issues with the Galaxy Buds+ that were launched in February this year. The speakers were improved, an additional...

Pre-order Galaxy Note 20/Tab S7, get free Xbox Game Pass and controller

The partnership between Samsung and Microsoft continues to strengthen on the gaming front. The former company is launching its new flagship smartphones and tablets, while the latter-mentioned software giant is preparing its new cloud gaming platform for launch. Put the two together and what you get is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Tab S7 series. Beginning September 15,...

Definition of dizygotic twins: Galaxy Note 20 versus Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

Samsung has fully committed to a two-phone release strategy for the Galaxy Note series, with the company’s latest S Pen flagships having been unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked 2020 as the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. Two sides of the same coin, except they are very different from one another. The Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra have a similar moniker, they share a few hardware components...

Galaxy Note 20 series’ Pro Video Mode brings tons of enhancements

Samsung introduced the Galaxy Note 20 series to the world today and the company took us on a virtual journey of understanding what went behind the scenes when developing the new flagship phone series. In one of its Note 20-centric presentations, Samsung discussed more about its efforts in the camera department, the areas in which the camera experience was improved, and why. With the Galaxy Note 20...

Galaxy Tab S7+ versus Galaxy Tab S6: When Plus makes a big difference

Samsung treated its flagship tablet series a little bit differently this year and unveiled two top-tier slates at the same event. The Galaxy Tab S7 is the base variant whereas the Galaxy Tab S7+ can easily be considered Samsung’s greatest tablet to date. But is it good enough to warrant an upgrade from the Galaxy Tab S6? Only one way to find out, so let’s have a look at how the Galaxy Tab S7+ compares...

Galaxy S20 Ultra versus Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Which should you pick?

Not counting any of Samsung’s newer foldable devices, the company has traditionally released two flagship phones, or lineups, every year, and 2020 is no different in this regard. The first half of the year saw the release of the Galaxy S20 Ultra as part of a trio of flagship phones, and H2 2020 is bringing us the Galaxy Note 20 and the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. In a way, this is the perfect time to be...

Samsung wants its new Mystic Bronze color to inspire comfort and luxury

Every official teaser leading to Galaxy Unpacked 2020 was dominated by one color in particular, namely Mystic Bronze. Samsung has now revealed the design philosophy behind its decision to create this shade of bronze for its new Galaxy Note 20 series, but indeed, Mystic Bronze is not a Galaxy Note-exclusive color. It’s been adopted by the Galaxy Z Fold 2, the Galaxy Tab S7 series, the Galaxy Watch 3, and even the Galaxy Buds Live. However, Samsung’s...

Here’s why the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra delivers the best S Pen experience

The Galaxy Note 20 series, and especially the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, promises a handful of big improvements in the S Pen department, from a lower latency to an updated software experience. Samsung took us on a virtual tour of the new S Pen at Galaxy Unpacked 2020, and there’s a lot to discuss so let’s get started. Before we move on, however, we need to highlight the fact that the Galaxy Note 20 S Pen...

Here’s when and for what price the Galaxy Buds Live can be yours

In a rather surprising turn of events Samsung decided to change its wireless earbuds formula this year and release a brand new design inspired by kidney beans. The Galaxy Buds Live earbuds are the sequel to the Galaxy Buds+ but they look nothing alike. Samsung had not only changed the design but also the internal hardware of its new earbuds, at least to a degree. Therefore, the new Galaxy Buds Live introduces a long-awaited feature, namely Active...

Samsung unveils Galaxy Buds Live with new design and noise cancellation

Samsung’s first truly wireless earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation are finally here. The Galaxy Buds Live were unveiled during Samsung’s virtual Unpacked event today. Much has already been leaked about this product but we now have all of the official details. The Galaxy Buds Live are the second new earbuds that Samsung has released this year. The company launched the Galaxy Buds+ back in February...

Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra hands-on: It’s a new beginning

We’ve covered the launch for every flagship Samsung smartphone for the better part of a decade. We get to go hands-on with the devices to provide readers with our first impressions of the new products. The experience has been completely different this time around due to the pandemic. It was long confirmed before the event was scheduled for August 5 that it’s going to be an entirely virtual affair...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ price and release details

After months of speculation and leaks, Samsung’s new flagship tablets have been made official today. The Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ were announced at the company’s virtual Unpacked event. Both tablets are going to be available in the coming weeks. Samsung has confirmed the pricing information so you can now decide whether or not these tablets are worth your money. Both Wi-Fi only and 5G variants are on offer, but you’ll obviously need to be...