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الثلاثاء، 5 ديسمبر 2017

Rumor: Galaxy A (2018) smartphones could launch with these color options

We recently published an exclusive report on the color choices that the Galaxy S9 may be offered with, and we have now been sent information on the possible color options that will accompany the 2018 iteration of Samsung’s Galaxy A handsets. The Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8 (2018) Plus, which seem all but certain to be the actual names of the new A5 (2018) and A7 (2018), might be released in black, gold, and Orchid Gray.

Flagship-like colors for the mid-range Galaxy A devices

Now, while the black and gold options are standard ones that shouldn’t surprise anyone, Orchid Gray suggests the new A series phones will be extremely similar to Samsung’s flagships on the design front. The 2018 A series is already getting the Infinity displays from the Galaxy S line, and having one of the same color options would bring them even closer to the company’s flagship line than an updated naming scheme. Now, we should say that these color choices don’t seem to match the ones seen on the case renders two weeks ago, so we’re not sure if the information we have is fully correct.

That being said, the colors seen in the case renders could be based on the choices seen on the 2017 editions of these devices, so they aren’t a foolproof indication of the color options Samsung will offer this time around. Having the same color variants for the A series as the flagship Galaxy S lineup would be a logical move, further making it clear to consumers that they aren’t missing out on at least any design elements seen on Samsung’s flagships when they opt for one of the company’s new mid-range phones.

At the end of the day, we have to repeat the disclaimer that we have in all such posts, that there is no guarantee our information won’t turn out to be wrong. We’re fairly confident, though, that the A (2018) handsets will come in black, gold, and Orchid Gray, even if they aren’t the only color choices that Samsung might offer in all markets.

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December 2017 security patch detailed by Samsung

Samsung has published details on the security patch for the month for December on its official blog today, revealing what vulnerabilities have gotten fixed in Android and the exploits patched in Samsung’s version of the operating system. There are a total of 10 vulnerabilities affecting Samsung devices that have been fixed in the latest patch, along with 11 critical vulnerabilities found in Android (in addition to a slew of moderate and high-risk ones).

As usual, there’s nothing here that would interest us regular folks (compared to the last couple of months where major exploits like KRACK and Bluetooth were discovered), other than the fact that the software running on Samsung’s Android devices will be more secure. Well, at least those that will receive the December update on time, something that cannot be guaranteed even for the company’s top-of-the-line handsets if we go by recent security patch updates. It also remains to be seen which device will be first in line. The Galaxy S8 and Note 8 don’t seem to be at the top of the list despite being the latest and greatest Samsung flagships, so we can expect older, even lower-cost phones to be updated before flagship phones.

When am I getting the update?

Once the December security patch starts rolling out to a Galaxy device, you’ll read about it right here on SamMobile, so be sure to keep checking back! If you’re interested in the details of the security exploits in the December patch, check out the source link.

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Samsung starts mass-producing the industry’s first 512GB embedded storage solution

Samsung has announced that it has started mass-producing the industry’s first 512GB embedded Universal Flash Storage (eUFS) solution for use in next-generation mobile devices, including smartphones, tablets and even wearables.

The firm has used some chip-making witchcraft to pack eight 64-layer 512GB V-NAND chips and a controller into a eUFS case that’s the same size as the one used to house its former flagship 48-layer-V-NAND-based 256GB eUFS.

The 512GB eUFS lets you store approximately 130 10-minute 4K UHD video clips, which is a tenfold increase compared to a 64GB eUFS, according to The Korea Herald—and as we’re sure you’d agree, that’s a significant increase.

“The 512GB eUFS provides the best embedded storage solution for next-generation smartphones, said Han Jae-soo, Executive VP of Memory Sales at Samsung, adding that it overcomes the performance limitations that can occur with microSD cards.

Samsung won’t scrap its 256GB V-NAND eUFS chips

Samsung will steadily increase the production volume of its 512GB V-NAND eUFS chips, while expanding production of its 256GB V-NAND eUFS modules to meet the increasing demand for advanced mobile storage, it’s believed.

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Galaxy A5 (2018) will launch as Galaxy A8 (2018), reveals Bluetooth SIG

The long-rumored Galaxy A5 (2018) will, in fact, be called the Galaxy A8 (2018) when it hits the shelves, according to a document spotted on the Bluetooth Special Interest Group’s online database, leading us to believe that the larger Galaxy A7 (2018) will be branded the Galaxy A8+ (2018) — but that’s still yet to be confirmed.

We’ve heard a lot about the Galaxy A8 (2018) in recent weeks. It’s expected to ship with an Infinity Display, an Exynos 7785 CPU, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage, as well as a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, which is tipped to be in the same position as the one on board the upcoming Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+.

Galaxy A8 (2018) to launch before the year’s out

Last month, the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) appeared on the Wi-Fi Alliance’s database and passed through the Federal Communications Commission, indicating their release is imminent. As we’ve said in the past, however, we’re still waiting on a launch date. We’ll let you know as soon as we have more details.

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الاثنين، 4 ديسمبر 2017

Budget-friendly Galaxy J2 Pro (2017) breaks cover in unofficial renders

The upcoming Galaxy J2 Pro (2017), which some are referring to as the Galaxy J2 Pro (2018), has broken cover in a batch of unofficial CAD-based renders, released by reliable tipster OnLeaks on December 4. We, however, are unable to confirm the accuracy of the mock-ups—so best take them with a considerable grain of salt.

Galaxy J2 Pro (2017) — 143.1 x 72.2 x 8.6mm

The handset, according to a recent benchmark test, is equipped with a 5-inch screen, a 1.4GHz Snapdragon 430 quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM. It also ships running Android 7.1.1 Nougat skinned with Samsung’s Experience—formerly known as TouchWiz—user interface, though it should receive the Android 8.0 Oreo update.

Truth be told, the design of the Galaxy J2 Pro (2017) doesn’t appear to be too dissimilar to that of the Galaxy J3 (2017) and Galaxy J5 (2017). It sports a near-identical camera configuration and physical Home button, though Samsung has notably opted for a plastic removable backplate, instead of a fixed glass cover.

It also doesn’t look like the unit touts its predecessor’s much-loved Smart Glow functionality.

Galaxy J2 Pro (2017) was recently certified by the FCC

The Galaxy J2 Pro (2017) was recently certified by the Federal Communications Commission and Wi-Fi Alliance, so it’s safe to assume that it will hit the shelves before the year’s out. We don’t have an exact release date, but judging by the amount of leaks we’ve been seen, it will probably be sooner rather than later.

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Canadian Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ November security update rolling out

The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ are being updated with the November security patch over in Canada, with the update rolling out for all major carriers. It’s a bit late, with December already underway, but Canada is now ahead of a lot of countries when it comes to the security of the S8 and S8+. Samsung just hasn’t been quick enough with security updates for its 2017 flagships recently, but availability of the November update has been expanding with every new day.

The November 2017 security patch brings fixes for 61 Android vulnerabilities and six Samsung vulnerabilities. It also patches the KRACK Wi-Fi exploit, which is pretty much the most important part of the update. That’s all you can expect from the latest update, and as for Android 8.0 Oreo, it certainly looks like it will be a couple of months before Samsung’s officially rolling that out.

How do I get the update?

To grab the new update, tap the Download updates manually option in the Software update section of the phone’s settings. We also have the firmware available for download from our database (Galaxy S8 | Galaxy S8+), which you can use for upgrading if the update isn’t available for your device over the air yet.

Firmware Details:

Model	SM-G950W
Model name	Galaxy S8
Country
Version	Android 7.0
Changelist	12587520
Build date	Tue, 21 Nov 2017 06:16:57 +0000
Security Patch Level	2017-11-01
Product code	BMC
PDA	G950WVLU2AQK7
CSC	G950WOYA2AQK7

Model	SM-G955W
Model name	Galaxy S8+
Country
Version	Android 7.0
Changelist	12587520
Build date	Tue, 21 Nov 2017 06:17:39 +0000
Security Patch Level	2017-11-01
Product code	BMC
PDA	G955WVLU2AQK7
CSC	G955WOYA2AQK7

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SamMobile Daily Recap: December 4, 2017 — Galaxy J5 Prime (2017), Galaxy Tab S3 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.

Firmware News

Firmware Update Magazine: December 4, 2017

You can now stream Netflix in HDR on Verizon’s Galaxy Tab S3

Phones

Galaxy J5 Prime (2017) could ship with Exynos 7570 CPU, 3GB of RAM

Galaxy Note 8 gets a ‘Secure Wi-Fi’ VPN feature with the latest update

Galaxy S9 will be accompanied by the DeX Pad

Watches

Samsung launches some of its Gear Sport watchfaces for the Gear S2 and Gear S3

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