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New Galaxy S10 update released, may fix issues introduced by last update

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Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy S10 in Switzerland today, and while we don't have details on what it brings, it could be the bug-fixing update everyone is looking forward to after the May security update mucked things up for many users . Switzerland was the first market where the May update was released, so it's certainly possible it's the first to be getting a hotfix update as well. The new software version XXU1ASE6 while the previous one was XXU1ASE5. An anticipated update that turned into a nightmare The May update for the Galaxy S10 was supposed to be all about improving the camera's performance in low-light situations and adding new functions, such as the option to take Night mode pictures with the ultra-wide camera and being able to take panorama pictures with the primary camera . However, it ended up introducing a slew of bugs as well: Many users saw their phone freezing and restarting from time to time, while others faced issues (some of u

Daily Deal: Up to 38% off Samsung Gear VR with controller

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VR devices have been gaining popularity for quite some time now. Since the Gear VR's introduction, numerous games and applications have been introduced to offer a fun and immersive virtual reality experience. Add a controller into the mix and the Gear VR becomes a pretty solid VR headset , especially for gaming. And right now, you can get the Samsung Gear VR at $50 off, which is a fantastic deal for anyone looking to step into the world of virtual reality. So go ahead and order one by using the Buy Now button below. Make haste, as stock for the deal may not last very long. The post Daily Deal: Up to 38% off Samsung Gear VR with controller appeared first on SamMobile . #Google #Android #Smartphones #OS #News @ndrdnws #ndrdnws #AndroidNews

Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 getting Android Pie update in India

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Samsung has released the Android Pie update for the Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 in India today. The company had announced that its Galaxy M series phones would be getting the Pie update on June 3 but pushed the update out to the Galaxy M30 a week early , and now the M10 and M20 are also receiving the update ahead of schedule. The update for the M10 and M20 comes with the May security patch and is a 926 MB download on the former and a 1883 MB download on the latter. Android Pie rollout for Galaxy M lineup now complete Oddly enough, the Galaxy M20 Pie update is considerably bigger than the Galaxy M10 and M30's – the M30's update was a 1144 MB download over the air, only slightly bigger than the M10's. The changelog is the same across the three devices, however, with the exception of the Galaxy M10 not getting the Scene Optimizer feature in the camera . You can get a detailed look at many of the new features, most of which have come to the Galaxy M trio, of Samsung's

Cheaper Galaxy Note 10 may have a 3,400mAh battery

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There's going to be a Cheaper Galaxy Note 10 variant this year. Samsung will launch two different models of its upcoming flagship, as we have already confirmed exclusively . Some new information has surfaced today which suggests that the cheaper variant may have a 3,400mAh battery. This may be slightly concerning for those eyeing what would effectively be the "Galaxy Note 10e" even if it's not named as such. The battery capacity of this handset would be lower than that of the Galaxy Note 9 (4,000mAh). Battery capacity of the Cheaper Galaxy Note 10 likely revealed As we have already reported, the SM-N970 and SM-N975 will be the two main Galaxy Note 10 models with 6.28-inch and 6.75-inch displays respectively. Each model will also have its own 5G variant. An earlier report had revealed that the SM-N975, the larger of the two models, will feature a 4,500mAh battery . The part number for the cheaper Galaxy Note 10 battery has been discovered by GalaxyClub . It (E

Android Pie update for the Galaxy Tab S3 and Galaxy S8 Active may not be too far

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Samsung has already released the Android Pie update for many of its devices , but such is the breadth and depth of its lineup that many models are yet to receive the update. While the waiting list mostly contains older budget and midrange devices, it also includes the Galaxy S8 Active and Tab S3 – both of which were flagships during their time. It appears Samsung is gearing up to release the Pie update for the Galaxy Tab S3 and Galaxy S8 Active soon. Multiple variants of these two devices have received Wi-Fi certification with Android Pie onboard, indicating the release may not be too far. US Carrier variants of the Galaxy S8 Active, SM-G892U and SM-G892A, and multiple Tab S3 variants – SM-T820, SM-T825, SM-T825C, SM-T825X, SM-T825Y, and SM-T827 – have received the certification yesterday. Post Wi-Fi certification, it usually takes a month for the update to hit the market, although it may vary in some cases. To recap, the Galaxy S8 Active is a rugged variant of the 2018 flagsh

Samsung files ‘Dex Live’ trademark, hinting at possible Galaxy Note 10 feature

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A European trademark application reveals the wireless iteration of Samsung's DeX software might come soon. We would not be surprised to see 'DeX Live' makes its debut on the Galaxy Note 10 , coming August. Samsung DeX Live trademark Back in October of last year, rumors surfaced about a next-generation DeX that can make wireless connections . Such functionality did not make its way to the Galaxy S10 earlier this year, but new information suggests it might finally be around the corner. Today, the guys over at GalaxyClub spotted an application filed by Samsung in the European Union for the trademark 'Dex Live'. As per usual, technical details are not revealed by trademark paperwork, but an interesting description is included nonetheless. In the paperwork, the first description of 'Dex Live' reads ' application software, namely, for projecting the screen of mobile device to displays via computer peripheral devices and wireless networks '. DeX Li

Partner Newsletter: I/O 2019 announcements, What’s new on Android and Google Play

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develop, release, and grow your business on Google Play View as webpage  »   100 things we announced at I/O '19 In case you missed it, here's a list of updates we made across our products at this year's developer conference from hardware to the Assistant to Android and beyond. I/O ANNOUNCEMENTS FEATURED VIDEOS Netflix reduced its app size by 33% with Android App Bundle and dynamic features Netflix reduced its app size by 33% with Android App Bundle and dynamic features CameraX: a Jetpack support library for camera app development CameraX: a Jetpack support library for camera app development