New evidence shows Samsung is preparing the Galaxy M32 for release

New evidence found on Samsung’s India portal suggests that the company is preparing to release the Galaxy M32 soon. Support pages for the Galaxy M32 (SM-M325F) went live on Samsung India’s website, and while they don’t include any technical details, their existence could mean that the device is about to go on sale.

There’s never a clear indication as to when a product’s release will happen once its support pages go live. The timeframe usually varies. The Galaxy Tab S7 FE, for example, was added to Samsung’s German e-shop mere hours after its support pages went live, while other Galaxy devices have remained in limbo for more than a day.

The Galaxy A32 4G might hold the answers

Although Samsung has so far kept the Galaxy M32 in relative secrecy, the bits of evidence that exist indicate that the phone is a rebranded Galaxy A32 4G. Support pages for a 5G-enabled Galaxy M32 alternative don’t exist on Samsung’s website, which could mean that the 4G variant will be the only one.

And that’s actually great news, considering the fact that the Galaxy A32 5G is an inferior device to the 4G model in all respects aside from connectivity. So, if the Galaxy A32 4G is our benchmark, then the Galaxy M32 could be equipped with a 64MP main camera, a 20MP selfie sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and more importantly, a Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

Then again, there’s no guarantee that the Galaxy M32 is a carbon copy of the Galaxy A32 4G. Samsung could have combined some of the characteristics of both the Galaxy A32 4G and the Galaxy A32 5G into a single M-branded device.

Samsung will likely shed more light on the matter soon, so stay tuned for the Galaxy M32’s inevitable release.

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Samsung maintained lead and broke TV sales revenue records in Q1

Samsung’s winning streak over the global TV market continued in the first quarter of the year, which is to be expected given that the company has been the world’s top TV manufacturer since 2006. It’s difficult to imagine that one of Samsung’s rivals could turn the tables in a single quarter, so if anyone can breaking any records, it’s going to be Samsung.

Indeed, the company did break its own sales revenue records in the January-March period, topping 32.9% of the global TV market. It’s the highest sales revenue percentage recorded by the company in the first quarter of any given year.

Samsung was followed by its neighbor, LG, who has secured 19.2% of global sales revenues in Q1 2021. Sony won the bronze medal with 8% of the market, according to market research firm Omdia via Business Standard.

Samsung dominated the premium, large TV, and QLED sectors

By the end of Q1, Samsung was able to capture 46.6% of revenues from the premium TV market segment, which is characterized by smart TVs that are priced above $2,500. Once again, Samsung was followed by LG and Sony with 24.5% and 17.6% of global revenues, respectively. Samsung also led the 80-inch-or-larger TV segment with a market share of 52.4%.

The QLED TV segment experienced a hike of 74.3% year-on-year as global sales topped 2.68 million in Q1, and Samsung was by far the biggest player in this segment, having accounted for 2.01 million QLED TVs that were sold in the first quarter.

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Galaxy A7 (2018) update brings support for Google RCS

The Galaxy A7 (2018) is more than two years old at this point, but it is still getting updates that bring more than just new security fixes, probably because it was not just your usual mid-range phone when it launched (it was the first Galaxy phone with three rear cameras). One such update is now rolling out to the Galaxy A7 (2018), and it brings an important feature: Google RCS (Rich Communication Services) support.

For those wondering what RCS is, it’s basically an advanced SMS protocol that puts functionality similar to what you get on instant messaging apps like WhatsApp inside your phone’s default messaging app (which is Samsung Messages in this case, or Google Messages if you bought a Galaxy phone running One UI 3.1). RCS lets you chat with friends over Wi-Fi and mobile data, create group chats, send high-resolution photos and videos, see when the other party is typing or has read your message, and more.

Latest Galaxy A7 (2018) update includes April 2021 security patch

Samsung and Google started working together to bring the latter’s RCS implementation to Galaxy devices since 2018 (which is when the Galaxy A7 came out), but it wasn’t until 2020 that the feature actually started to make its way to customers. Samsung’s Messages app has supported RCS for a long time, and Galaxy A7 (2018) will now be able to use Google’s version of the same, which lets you use RCS messaging even if your carrier doesn’t support it.

In addition to Google RCS support, the latest Galaxy A7 (2018) update (A750FXXU5CUD3) improves the stability of the camera and brings the April 2021 security patch. It is rolling out in India at this time but should make its way to more countries in the near future. You can download it over the air from the phone’s Settings » Software update menu. You can also download the latest firmware from our archive and install it on your phone using a Windows PC.

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Samsung hides Galaxy Tab S7 FE listing, but the cat’s out of the bag

In a surprising move, Samsung quietly made the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G tablet official yesterday on its German website, or did it? It seemed the “announcement” was a fluke, as the link to the Tab S7 FE listing on the Samsung Germany website now redirects you to a page where you can see all of the company’s actually available tablets.

However, what’s interesting here is that Samsung hasn’t removed the Galaxy Tab S7 FE page. You can see it for a second or two before the redirect takes place, which suggests that the company’s first Fan Edition tablet is on its way to becoming official really soon. Rumors have suggested the Tab S7 FE could launch in June, which is less than a week away at this point.

Galaxy Tab S7 FE is a mid-range tablet through and through

The cat’s out of the bag already, though, as we now know pretty much everything there is to know about the Galaxy Tab S7 FE. It’s a mid-range tablet that takes some of the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+’s features, like a 12.4-inch 2560×1600 LCD display, a 10090 mAh battery with 45W charging, S Pen support, and software features such as DeX mode and preloaded apps like Clip Studio Paint.

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE will be powered by the Snapdragon 750G chipset that is accompanied by at least 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage (yes, the microSD slot hasn’t been chopped off). Imaging duties are handled by an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, while connectivity features include 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and VHT80 MU-MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS.

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G will have a price tag of €649 and will come with a range of accessories, including a keyboard cover. We’ll let you know once details on the tablet’s availability for various markets are revealed, which should be sooner rather than later.

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Which is your favorite Samsung app from your Galaxy device, and why?

Samsung has an insane number of apps for doing all sorts of things on Galaxy smartphones and tablets. These apps run the whole gamut. From basic apps like Clock, Calendar, Messages, and Voice Recorder to big ones like Samsung Internet, Health, Email, Music, Good Lock, Pay, and Notes, there’s a lot to choose from.

While not all of them manage to achieve milestones like crossing a billion installs off the Google Play Store or are available to every customer, there’s no denying the fact that almost all of these apps do what they’re supposed to, and do them well. Not every app is great, of course: Samsung Free/Samsung Daily, for example, is best replaced by Google Discover or completely disabled the first chance you get. But most of them offer excellent functionality and features, often to the point that you don’t need to download any third-party apps to do the same stuff.

And if you have been a long-time user of Galaxy smartphones and/or tablets, you probably cannot get through your daily routine without using at least some Samsung apps. You probably also have an app that you like better than the others, and if that’s the case, we want to hear from you: Which Samsung app is your favorite (or favorites, in case you love more than just one), and why do you like it? Take to the comments section to let us know – you can also join our Telegram channel to engage in a discussion with other Samsung fans!

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Samsung now lets you compete against championship racing drivers

Ever wondered what it would feel like to race against some of the best racing drivers in the world? I have, but once the realization kicks in that it’s probably easier said than done, a simulator seems to be the best way to end that curiosity.

So if you find yourself in London by any chance, then do stop by the Samsung KX experience space in the Coal Drops Yard. The company has put up a very sophisticated racing simulator in its store that’s actually not a store.

Feel the g-forces racing drivers experience

A full-motion driving simulator has been installed at the Samsung KX experience space in London’s Coal Drops Yard. It pairs AXSIM’s Formula Simulator with Samsung’s The Wall Biz display. This 1.2m pixel super-sized luxury bespoke display delivers a mind-blowing esports experience.

The experience isn’t just about sitting in the pod and going crazy with the steering wheel. Its patented g-cueing technology will have you feeling the g-forces that racing drivers feel in real life. This technology was initially developed for training fighter jet pilots but is now also supplied to Formula 1 teams and professional drivers.

There is a range of circuits that you can experience and car models used for professional driver training. Those who are under the age of sixteen can experience this technology in passenger mode. It’s a pre-recorded simulation that effectively takes them on a simulated hot lap with a champion driver.

You can book your slot for the experience online.

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Samsung has quietly launched the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G in Europe

Following the countless leaks and rumors pertaining to Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S7 spinoff, the company has finally put an end to the question of ‘what moniker will the tablet have?’ and has quietly made the device official through one of its e-shops in Europe. The tablet popped up in the online store in Germany today, and in case there was any doubt, it’s called the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G.

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G will be available in two color options — Mystic Black and Mystic Silver — and one 64GB storage configuration that can be expanded via microSD. The tablet is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset and it ships with 4GB of RAM.

Unsurprisingly, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G is equipped with a 12.4-inch display, but it’s of the TFT variety rather than AMOLED. It has a resolution of 2,560 by 1,600 pixels and it’s seemingly limited at 60Hz.

Other hardware components include a 10,090mAh battery with 45W super-fast charging capabilities, which should be plenty. The unit promises up to 13 hours of video playback on a single charge, and thanks to its super-fast charging, the battery can be fully recharged in roughly 190 minutes.

The tablet has an 8MP main camera, a 5MP selfie sensor, Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac and VHT80 MU-MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS, but it lacks NFC capabilities.

Samsung DeX, S Pen, and various apps are included

Samsung is selling the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G along with an S Pen, so the device is appropriately-marketed as a productivity-oriented device. Much like the non-FE Galaxy Tab S7, it also comes with a variety of note-taking and design apps including Noteshelf, Canva, and Clip Studio Paint, the latter of which is offered in the EX variant for 6 free months.

Last but not least, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G supports the DeX platform, and productivity can be enhanced even further by pairing the tablet the Samsung keyboard cover.

The tablet can’t be ordered as of this writing but the ‘Buy’ button on Samsung’s e-shop will likely be activated soon.

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