Galaxy M22 inches closer to the launch date

Samsung has been working on another mid-range smartphone, the Galaxy M22. It is largely based on the recently-launched Galaxy A22, so they could share a lot of their specifications. The Galaxy M22 has now received a necessary certification, which means that it is closer than ever to its launch date. The Galaxy M22 (SM-M225FV_DS) appeared in Bluetooth SIG’s database earlier today. The device features...

Verizon’s Galaxy S21 series grabs the essential June 2021 update

Samsung has rolled out no less than three updates for the Galaxy S21 series in June. The first two were limited to very few markets, presumably due to some underlying issues that Samsung didn’t feel the need to reveal to the public. The company finally managed to get things right with the next attempt as the third June update saw an international rollout, and this week, the June update made its way...

June is foldable focus month, and we’re giving away Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Z Flip!

June is here and we couldn’t be more excited: It’s foldable focus month here at SamMobile. We’ll be celebrating the best of what Samsung has to offer in this innovative category. Exciting things are planned which include an opportunity for our readers to win the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and the Galaxy Z Flip! As we await the launch of Samsung’s latest foldables, this is the perfect time to appreciate the existing foldables and highlight all of the ways they...

Samsung’s global brand value position has fallen down in 2021

The global brand value is the measure of a brand’s recognition and perception among people worldwide. Major companies invest heavily in marketing and brand-building to improve their brand equity. Samsung is also one of the largest brands in the world. However, the company’s position in the top 100 brands across the globe has fallen down slightly compared to last year. The latest market research has revealed the decline in the company’s brand value. Samsung...

Samsung’s new chipsets are designed to enhance 5G network performance

During the Samsung Networks: Redefined virtual event today, the South Korean firm unveiled its new chipsets that enhance the performance and power efficiency of 5G networks. They also help reduce the size of the company’s next-generation 5G RAN (Radio Access Network) solutions. All the new chips are compliant with 3GPP’s Release 16 standards. Samsung Networks, Samsung’s cellular network equipment...

Samsung’s new 5G radio has one antenna, except not really

Samsung has just launched a new 5G radio meant to facilitate the deployment of fifth-generation mobile networks. Called the One Antenna Radio, this piece of tech actually has multiple integrated antennas, arranged in such a fashion so as to streamline the process of building out high-speed cellular coverage. This setup hence supports both mid-band and low-band connections in one device, serving as...

Samsung provides update on its 5G (and 6G) progress: ‘Infinite’ possibilities and counting

Samsung today revealed its medium-term vision for what constitutes the future of 5G. The company did so at a virtual event called Samsung Networks: Redefined, which saw it talk up its recent advancements in the space, announce a couple new products, and then some. For starters, the conglomerate confirmed it’s virtualizing the entirety of its Radio Access Network portfolio. The reasoning behind the move is fairly straightforward: improved performance,...

Here’s what the Galaxy S21 Olympic Edition looks like in real life (hint: it’s pretty)

The Galaxy S21 Olympic Edition isn’t as exclusive as its predecessors were, in the sense that even us mortals can buy it. At least in Japan, that is. Though getting your hands on one shipped straight from NTT Docomo isn’t too difficult of a feat, either, assuming money isn’t an issue. But anyway, here’s how the device looks like in real life, courtesy of one early reviewer from the Far East: ...

Galaxy A72 starts getting the June 2021 security update

Samsung’s latest higher mid-range smartphone, the Galaxy A72, has started getting a new software update. It improves the privacy and security aspects of the device. Right now, the new update for the Galaxy A72 is rolling out in a handful of countries, and we expect a wider rollout over the next few days. The Galaxy A72 (SM-A725F) has started receiving this update in Kazakhstan, Russia, and Ukraine. The new software, which has firmware version A725FXXU2AUF3,...

Galaxy S21’s most important software update (since launch) reaches the USA

The Galaxy S21 lineup received one of its most important software updates recently, one that brought an end to the camera lag woes many Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra owners had been facing and also fixed device overheating. That update now seems to have reached the USA, where both Comcast and Xfinity Mobile are rolling it out to their respective variants. The firmware version for the new update...

Google app crashing on your Galaxy smartphone? Here’s how to fix it

Many Android smartphone users are complaining that the Google app on their device is crashing after the latest update. And those Android devices also include Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Phones from Google and Motorola also appear to be facing the same issue, and this is not the first time that the Google app update is causing widespread problems. The problem appears to be happening after updating...

Exclusive: Samsung W22 5G is a unique Galaxy Z Fold 3 model for China

The Galaxy Z Fold 3 launch is just around the corner. Reports suggest that the company is aiming to unveil the new foldable smartphone in August. The new foldable will be available across the globe, including China. China is a thriving market for luxury goods. No wonder Samsung goes all out with its luxury smartphones in the country. It’s not surprising to see that the company has an exclusive Galaxy Z Fold 3 model for China in the pipeline. Samsung...

Rumor: Galaxy S21 FE release not possible before the last quarter of 2021

Samsung confirmed pretty early on that it won’t release a new Galaxy Note smartphone this year. The company blamed the chip shortage for this decision. Subsequent reports suggested that Samsung would move up the Galaxy S21 FE launch instead. The Galaxy S21 FE would have helped Samsung put a new flagship-level device on the market in the absence of the Galaxy Note 21. However, there are now rumors that Samsung has had to delay the Galaxy S21 FE release. Galaxy...

Guess where the battery for the new Galaxy Buds 2 is coming from?

It was first reported a few months ago that Samsung has a new pair of truly wireless earbuds up its sleeve. The company has already launched the Galaxy Buds Pro earlier this year. The new earbuds won’t actually be the successor to the Pro. More details about the new device are gradually coming in. Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Buds 2 alongside its upcoming foldable smartphones. The launch event is likely going to take place in August. The...

Samsung says it is not buying OLED panels from LG, claims QLED is better

Over the past few months, multiple rumors had claimed that Samsung is on the verge of ordering OLED panels from LG Display for its future TVs. However, the South Korean firm has clinically denied that it has taken any such step. The company has even claimed that its QLED technology is better than OLED technology for TVs. Jong-hee Han, President of Visual Display (VD) business, had denied the rumors multiple times. Now, South Korean tech publication...

Samsung starts offering 25W fast charging on more mid-range phones

The Galaxy M22 had surfaced for the first time in May 2021, revealing some of its specifications. A few weeks ago, the upcoming mid-range smartphone’s camera features were leaked. Some more details about the Galaxy M22 have now been leaked, revealing its connectivity features and fast charging capabilities. Samsung has received the FCC certification for the Galaxy M22 4G (SM-225FV/DS). Detailed documentation...