Samsung’s going to be first to bring Corning’s strong new camera glass to phones

Samsung has been using Corning’s Gorilla Glass lineup on its smartphones and smartwatches for years. Now, it will be the first brand to bring Corning’s special Gorilla Glass that is specifically designed to protect smartphone camera lenses. The new glass panel not only protects smartphone cameras from scratches but also offers them anti-reflective properties. Corning has unveiled Gorilla Glass DX...

Google formally reveals the name of Galaxy Watch 4’s operating system

A few weeks ago, Samsung had announced that it is abandoning Tizen OS in favor of an operating system that it has jointly developed with Google for smartwatches. Some of the important features of the new operating system were revealed during Google I/O 2021, but the brands had not revealed its formal name until today. Google has revealed that the new operating system for smartwatches is called Wear OS 3. There is no mention of Google in its name,...

The show goes on: Galaxy A71 joins the July 2021 security update party

The Galaxy A71 has started receiving the July 2021 security update earlier today. Namely, Samsung’s newest security patch level, labeled as the release A715FXXU5BUF5, is now making its way to compatible devices in Mexico. The rollout hasn’t yet expanded beyond Central America but that’s likely going to happen in a matter of days, if not sooner. After all, the July 1st, 2021 security update has been rolling out all across the globe for nearly...

Patent reveals unsightly Galaxy Z Flip (4) with rotating hinge camera

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is weeks away from an official unveiling. Its design is no longer a mystery in the wake of so many leaked renders, and it’s going to take a while before the Galaxy Z Flip 4 will even hit our radars. Nevertheless, a few interesting sketches found by LetsGoDigital were published by the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) today, showcasing an unusual Galaxy Z Flip concept with...

Galaxy S10 Lite owners in the US can now download the latest security update

It’s been a little under two weeks since the international variant of the Galaxy S10 Lite began receiving the July 2021 security update, and now, Samsung is turning its attention towards the unlocked model in the USA. Unlocked Galaxy S10 Lite owners in the USA can identify the latest update by firmware version G770U1UES3DUF2. This bit of detail indicates that the new firmware update doesn’t bring any new features to One UI aside from improved security...

Samsung’s Lee Jae-yong could be released from prison on parole in August

Samsung Electronics vice chairman Lee Jae-yong could soon be released from prison on parole. The local media reports that Lee has been placed on a list of candidates for parole on August 15, which happens to be Korea’s Independence Day. However, the fact that the vice chairman made the parole list doesn’t necessarily guarantee his release. Generally speaking, inmates who have served more than 60% of their sentence are eligible for parole. However,...

Galaxy Unpacked digital signages take over urban hotspots worldwide

Ads for Galaxy Unpacked went up in various places around the world soon after Samsung confirmed that the event is to take place on August 11. There are now huge digital signages promoting Galaxy Unpacked in various locations that have a high population density. The ads ask passersby if “good” is “good enough” and invite everyone to “Get ready to unfold.” Large digital signages for Galaxy Unpacked...

Galaxy Gaming: Why would I want a Steam Deck over a Samsung flagship?

Given all the recent buzz about the Steam Deck, I thought I’d share some of my recent experiences with gaming on the go using Samsung hardware. Not because an Android smartphone or tablet can compare to a fully portable PC with dedicated hardware input, mind you. But due to the fact that most people aren’t going to shell out north of $400 for an emulation machine. And emulation seems to be a large part of the Steam Deck’s appeal, based on the discussions...

Galaxy F42 5G’s processor gets confirmed in new leak

It was revealed a couple of months ago that Samsung is working on a new smartphone that could be launched as the Galaxy F42 5G. It was almost confirmed last month that the smartphone’s specifications could be very similar to the Galaxy A22 5G, given that they both were listed under the same Bluetooth certification entry. Now, the information related to the Galaxy F42 5G’s processor, RAM, and operating...

Next hit game for your Galaxy phone might be a – Netflix original?!

The next hit game for your Galaxy smartphone might be a Netflix original, of all things. Namely, the video streaming giant disclosed its intentions to branch out into gaming more aggressively in the near future. The company revealed as much in an investor brief earlier this week. For the time being, Netflix is primarily interested in mobile games, reads the conglomerate’s latest shareholder letter. The gaming expansion is still in a relatively early...

Samsung reveals the new name of its videoboard installed in the SoFi Stadium

Samsung has formally revealed the new name of its giant display installed in the SoFi Stadium situated in California, USA. The state-of-the-art display with a screen real estate of 70,000 sq. ft. will henceforth be called The Infinity Screen. The new name of this centrally-hung screen was finalized after months of consideration. The Infinity Screen features the most LEDs ever used in an entertainment...

Samsung sold only half as many smartphones as Xiaomi in India in Q2 2021

Samsung is slowly losing its grip on the Indian smartphone market. Three years ago, Samsung slipped from its number one ranking in the country, paving the way for Xiaomi to become the smartphone leader. The two companies have been competing fiercely over the past few quarters. However, Samsung is now lagging way behind Xiaomi. According to the latest numbers from market research firm Canalys, Samsung...

Are these the final Galaxy Z Flip 3, Z Fold 3 prices and pre-order gifts?

Samsung is working hard on making its foldable phones more attractive to consumers through technological advancements and lower pricing. We had exclusively revealed a few weeks ago that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and the Galaxy Z Fold 3 would carry lower price tags than their predecessors. Now, a new report claims to reveal the final pricing of the upcoming foldable phones along with their pre-order dates...