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AT&T has started rolling out this month’s security maintenance release (SMR), which includes 96 fixes for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in the Android operating system and 23 additional patches for Galaxy-branded smartphones, for its carrier-branded variant of the Galaxy Note 4 in the United States. Related content:  Samsung highlights contents of June security patch The upgrade is being distributed in stages. To check to see if it’s ready for your handset, open up Settings , then select the relevant option from the Software Update subheading. We should point out, however, that if your device doesn’t have at least 50 percent of battery, you won’t be able to install the firmware.

Samsung will launch a Rose Pink color variant of the Galaxy S8+ in Taiwan next month. The handset will be priced at TW 27,900 ($920) and will only be available for a short period of time, before disappearing from the firm’s online store. Obviously the changes are purely cosmetic, meaning this particular variant of the Galaxy S8+ will continue to feature a 6.2-inch Infinity Display, an in-house Exynos 8895 processor, a 12MP rear-facing camera, an 8MP front-facing camera and a 3,500mAh Li-Ion battery. This news comes shortly after Samsung made the decision  to rebrand the Coral Blue, Maple Gold and Orchid Grey color variants of the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ for the Taiwanese market to Ice Lake Blue, Smoked Purple Grey, and Quicksand Gold. It’s unclear whether the company is planning on bringing the Rose Pink version of the Galaxy S8+ to other regions — but we’re hoping it is. After all, it needs to keep selling units, and releasing new colors is one of the best ways of doing so.

Samsung announces Pink Galaxy S8+ in Taiwan June 26, 2017 By Siddhanth Leave a Comment Samsung has been selling its new Galaxy S8 series in limited colours but Samsung is now expanding the colour palette, at least in Taiwan. From early next month, customers in Taiwan can get the Galaxy S8+ in glossy rose pink colour. Understandably, the phone is targeted towards the female crowd. The limited edition phone will sell for TW$27,900 and will also sell a back cover in a similar hue to complement the phone. Rest of the features of the Galaxy S8+ remain unchanged, like Exynos 8895 processor, 4GB RAM, 12MP camera, 6.2-inch infinity display, 3500mAh battery and more. Source | Via

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Samsung has announced that sales of its flagship  Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ in South Korea recently surpassed the 1.3 million mark, with around 11,000 to 12,000 customers purchasing a unit every day, which is the highest figure ever recorded in the region. On Monday, it was also revealed that the firm had set another record: its share price rose to 2.41 million won ($2,120). Obviously, that isn’t only the result of the Galaxy S8  taking the market by storm, but it’s definitely playing a big part in its success. In an effort to maintain momentum, Samsung will reportedly release two more color variants of the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ — Blue Coral and Pink Gold — in the region in July, and aims to launch the Galaxy Note FE shortly after to bolster sales. Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ review: Samsung brings us the future, but it’s not perfect yet To be honest, it’s not difficult to see why the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ are selling so well. They’re arguably the most innovative smartphones o

  There may be over a billion smartphones buzzing in pockets around the world, but not one of them is like yours.   Although we choose from a similar range of models, the reality is that every phone is unique to us as individuals. We pour ourselves into them with apps that simplify our lives, as well as our own memories in the form of photos, videos, music and more.   In today’s world, our phones are an extension of ourselves; many of us would be lost without them. Buying a new device sometimes generates a fear of losing cherished moments on an old phone – but that shouldn’t force us to choose between state-of-the-art design or keeping our memories. We need a solution that lets us upgrade while preserving our most important content.   To make these upgrades swift and worry-free, Samsung created Smart Switch. This easy-to-use service allows you to transfer important content from any phone or OS to your new Galaxy S8, S8+ or other Galaxy device.* In other words, Smart Switch ensu

  The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity spans eight days of keynotes and workshops, as well as the coveted Lions Awards ceremony where the world’s leading creatives from the advertising, marketing, film, fashion and technology industries are recognized for their avant-garde creations. This year, Samsung’s ‘Ostrich’ commercial received praise, taking home seven prestigious Lions Awards for its creative excellence.   The Golden Ostrich Samsung Electronics’ creative efforts received top marks for its Galaxy S8 flagship ad, ‘Ostrich’, which took home three gold awards, as well as two silver and two bronze. Samsung collected the golden hat-trick under the film craft category for best direction, animation, and visual effects.   The ‘Ostrich’ commercial shows an ostrich who learns to fly after donning a Samsung Gear VR headset and launching a virtual flight simulator. The #DoWhatYouCant campaign and “Ostrich” ad tap into the basic human urge to push beyond what is norm

  There may be over a billion smartphones buzzing in pockets around the world, but not one of them is like yours.   Although we choose from a similar range of models, the reality is that every phone is unique to us as individuals. We pour ourselves into them with apps that simplify our lives, as well as our own memories in the form of photos, videos, music and more.   In today’s world, our phones are an extension of ourselves; many of us would be lost without them. Buying a new device sometimes generates a fear of losing cherished moments on an old phone – but that shouldn’t force us to choose between state-of-the-art design or keeping our memories. We need a solution that lets us upgrade while preserving our most important content.   To make these upgrades swift and worry-free, Samsung created Smart Switch. This easy-to-use service allows you to transfer important content from any phone or OS to your new Galaxy S8, S8+ or other Galaxy device.* In other words, Smart Switch e

Samsung’s first advertisement for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ , which debuted during the handset’s unveiling event on March 29, won seven awards at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity: three gold, two silver and two bronze. The commercial shows an ostrich wearing a Gear VR struggling to fly, and is said to reflect Samsung’s support for all of its clients around the globe who strive for the impossible. It’s a little strange, but the animation is fantastic. Check it out: For those in need of a refresher, the Galaxy S8 ships with a 5.8-inch Infinity Display, an Exynos 8895/Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, a 12MP rear-facing camera, an 8MP front-facing camera and a 3,000mAh non-removable battery.

A year later than expected, Samsung has armed its mobile payment platform — Samsung Pay — with support for Discover cards. This news comes shortly after the firm added compatibility for plastic issued by three more banks in the United Kingdom: First Direct, HSBC and M&S Bank. What separates Samsung Pay from the competition is its ability to process both MST and NFC transactions, which means you can use the service to pay for goods in brick-and-mortar stores even if they aren’t equipped with the right hardware to accept contactless payments. Read more:  Samsung Pay received three awards at the Payments and Cards Award Summit Samsung Pay is available on a whole host of devices, including the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, though support varies region by region. It’s also set to make its way to mid-range smartphones, like the Galaxy A3 (2016) and Galaxy J7 Pro.

The Galaxy J7 (2017) will launch on Cricket Wireless in the United States as the Galaxy Halo, according to reliable tipster Evan Blass. There’s no word on whether the handset will sport any changes on the inside, but it looks like there are a number of cosmetic differences, including a redesigned camera configuration. Samsung Galaxy Halo (Galaxy J7 2017) for Cricket Wireless pic.twitter.com/bXXteSUZfs — Evan Blass (@evleaks) June 24, 2017 If the Galaxy Halo turns out to sport the same internals as the Galaxy J7 (2017), we’ll be looking at a 5.5-inch Full HD display, a 1.6GHz Exynos 7870 Octa CPU, a Mali-T830MP2 GPU 3GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable internal storage, a 13MP rear and front-facing camera, and a 3,600mAh non-removable Li-Ion battery. It’s safe to assume that the Galaxy Halo will be available in four colors — black, blue, gold and pink — and will carry a price tag of approximately $380 when it hits the shelves later this year. Unfortunately, there’s no telling exactly

Samsung was the second-largest global wearable vendor during the first quarter of this year with a total market share of 12.8 percent, reports  The Korea Herald . However, that figure doesn’t seem half as impressive when you take into account that Apple topped the table with an eye-watering share of 53 percent. As you’d expect, the Gear S3 classic and Gear S3 frontier made up the majority of Samsung’s sales during the January-March period, though several promotions, which include awarding a free  Gear Fit 2 to every customer who picked up a Galaxy S7 after the Galaxy S8 hit the shelves, also contributed to the firm’s success. The main reason customers have been picking up the Gear S3 frontier , and now the Gear S3 classic, instead of the Apple Watch is because they feature cellular capabilities — so users can leave their phone at home and still receive phone calls and text messages on their wrist.

It’s Friday, which means it’s time for another edition of Watchface Friday! For those unaware, every Friday, we highlight a selection of our favorite watchfaces for the  Gear S3 classic  and  Gear S3 frontier . All of the offerings are available to download through the Galaxy Apps Store, so you can rest assured that you won’t have to search all over the Internet to find something we’ve listed. Gear S3 classic Kingsman  by Mark Kamensek Mr. Time: Jet Black  by Mr. Time Lab Gear S3 frontier Digital LED Face V2  by Alexandr Kovalev EIDOS Black 24H  by 9dot

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 went out today. Business Samsung’s new $300 million US factory may be announced next week Camera Samsung may soon announce an outdoor surveillance camera Deals Daily Deal: Pick up a pair of Samsung’s Gear Icon X wireless earphones for 20% off IoT Tizen 4.0 first milestone release breaks new ground for the Internet of Things Phones Galaxy S8 Active specs surface yet again Tips & Tricks Galaxy S8 Tip: Get faster iris scanning with one simple change TV Samsung launches its QLED TVs in Brazil, reveals pricing and special offers

Samsung will launch the much-anticipated Galaxy Note 8  in September, according to  VentureBeat.  The handset is expected to carry an eye-watering price tag of €999 ($1,120), earning it the title of the firm’s most expensive smartphone to date. With regards to specifications, the Galaxy Note 8 is rumored to pack a 6.3-inch edge-to-edge Infinity Display (18.5:9 aspect ratio), an Exynos 8895/Snapdragon 835 CPU, 6GB of RAM and a 3,300mAh non-removable battery. The South Korean company is hoping to differentiate the Galaxy Note 8 from the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ by shipping it with an S Pen and a dual-camera module, with each lens sporting a 12-megapixel sensor and independent optical image stabilization. Unfortunately, all signs point towards Samsung positioning the fingerprint reader on the rear of the device to the right of the flash and heart rate sensor, though it’s reportedly left quite a lot of space between the components. As far as software goes, the Galaxy Note 8 will ship

You can currently pick up a pair of Samsung’s Gear Icon X wireless earphones for $159.99 (20% off), which, as we’re sure you’d agree, is a fantastic price to pay for a set of earbuds that feature real-time voice feedback for workout progress and 4GB of integrated storage. Samsung Gear Icon X Review:   Not ready for prime time yet To take advantage of the promotion, press the  Buy Now  button below. It would probably be wise to hurry though, as it shouldn’t be around for too long. If you miss out on this particular offer, don’t worry. Be sure to check back on Monday for another great deal.

The Galaxy S8 is the only Samsung flagship on the market right now that has an iris scanner. The feature is great for controlling access to the device and also for services like Samsung Pass where the user can rely on iris scanning to authenticate their credentials . You first have to configure your iris data which is stored in a secure enclave on the device itself and never synced to Samsung’s servers. One the feature is turned on you can rely on it to control access to your Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8+. The way this feature works is that you first have to turn the screen on when you pick up your device and then swipe up on the screen for the iris scanner to start scanning. It literally takes less than a second from there for the scanner to do its thing. It’s possible for you to get faster iris scanning with just one simple change. It eliminates the need to swipe up on the screen when it’s turned on. The iris scanner starts scanning as soon as the screen is turned on. Step 1: On you

It appears that Samsung has a new outdoor surveillance camera in the pipeline that it’s going to announce soon. The camera has surfaced online via a page on Best Buy’s website. It’s actually a listing for this product and also serves as a clear indication that this product is going to be launched in the very near future even though Samsung hasn’t said anything about it so far. The Best Buy page for this device shows that the product is going to be called SmartCam Indoor/Outdoor 1080p Wi-Fi Network Surveillance Camera. It’s currently listed as “coming soon” on Best Buy. Samsung hasn’t confirmed anything about this product as far. The camera’s features include the ability to capture high-resolution video footage in up to 1080p resolution. It has 10x zoom magnification, infrared night vision, motion detection technology, Wi-Fi support and Wide Dynamic Range technology that compensates for backlit conditions. The entire system can be accessed remotely so users will be able to personaliz

The first milestone of Tizen 4.0 was released a couple of weeks ago and it marked a turning point for the platform. Samsung points out that Tizen is the “most successful Linux-based embedded OS in the world.” Tizen 4.0 was developed to invigorate the app ecosystem by making the development experience easier and to build a robust device ecosystem so that any device manufacturer can create their own Internet of Things product. To break new ground for the Internet of Things, Samsung closely worked with partners to improve the IoT-readiness, updatability and configurability of Tizen 4.0. As a result of these efforts, Tizen has been restructured significantly. The previous version of Tizen only supported defined devices like TVs and smartphones. Samsung has configured Tizen 4.0 to support various devices without needing OEMs to build new projects and infrastructure for each type of device. What this means is that device vendors can now configure and prototype an operating system for th

It was first reported earlier this year that Samsung was thinking about setting up an appliance factory in the United States after the 2016 election elevated Donald Trump to the country’s highest office. The president has vowed to amend the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) so that the United States can charge hefty tax on products that are manufactured in Mexico for sale in the US. Samsung appliances sold in the US are currently manufactured at the company’s plant in Mexico so you can see why it may want to move production. A recent report suggested that Samsung’s new appliance factory in the United States was going to cost $300 million and that it was going to be based in South Carolina . According to a new report, a formal announcement about this could be made as early as next week. The Wall Street Journal reports that Samsung will be moving into a factory that will soon be vacated by Caterpillar. The factory is located in Newberry, South Carolina. The company reported

Samsung is due to release an “Active” variant of the Galaxy S8 in the near future. The handset was recently referenced on Samsung’s own website which is a big indication that it’s coming soon. The company may not have confirmed anything about this handset so far but it’s not like the Galaxy S8 Active’s specs haven’t been making the rounds. The Galaxy S8 Active has been spotted at a popular benchmarking website where it has revealed its specifications yet again. The latest listing reiterates that the Galaxy S8 Active will feature an Exynos 8895 processor with 4GB of RAM. Previous Active handsets have had larger batteries so that remains a possibility for the Galaxy S8 Active as well. It’s also believed that the Galaxy S8 Active is going to have a 5.8-inch AMOLED display that’s not curved. Samsung will opt for this panel in the interest of durability as the handset is reportedly going to be compliant with the MIL-STD-810G standard. Other than that, expect all of the specs to be sim

After launching new QLED TVs in Europe, India, Mexico, the US and some other markets, Samsung has launched them in Brazil. The company announced the pricing for its new QLED TVs for the Brazilian market on 20 June. These TVs not only offer great picture quality, but they also have great designs while doing so. Samsung is also planning to start various marketing projects to promote the new TVs. “ QLED TVs represent the pinnacle of Samsung technology today. The advanced search and relentless attention to detail allowed it the company to gather the best image quality, design and user experience in a single product, ” said Gustavo Assunção, Vice President of the Consumer Electronics Division of Samsung Brazil.  The company said that various local business are already making inquiries on the release date of the new TVs. Samsung is offering a 10-year warranty against burn-in damages for its new TVs. Brazil is a huge market in the Latin American region, and it takes up 40 percent of share

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 put live today. Business Samsung starts mass producing new Exynos-branded IoT solution Deals Daily Deal: Save 22% on an OtterBox Symmetry Clear Series case for the Galaxy S8+ Firmware News First Galaxy J5 (2017) firmware update brings June security patch Galaxy S5 Neo Nougat update possibly being tested June security patch now arriving on the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge Phones Carphone Warehouse now accepting pre-orders for the Coral Blue Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) hands-on Samsung launches Galaxy Folder 2 flip phone in South Korea

Samsung has started rolling out this month’s security update , which transports 96 fixes for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in the Android operating system and 23 patches for Galaxy-branded smartphones, for the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) in India. For those who haven’t been following SamMobile  closely over the course of the past few days, the June Security Maintenance Release (SMR) arrived on the Galaxy J5 (2017) , Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge  earlier today, and started  making its way to the Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ at the start of the week. If you own a Galaxy A5 (2017) or Galaxy A7 (2017) , are feeling impatient and want to check to see if the upgrade is ready for your handset, open up  Settings , tap  Software Update , then hit  Download Updates Manually . You shouldn’t need to follow these steps though, as you’ll receive an alert when the OTA is available.

Live in the moment… and invite your friends to join you. Share the whole experience in real time with Samsung Gear 360. From: Samsung Mobile

There aren’t a lot of manufacturers out there that are still making flip phones but Samsung is doing its part to keep the trend alive by launching a new device every now and then. The company launched the Galaxy Folder 2 ten months back and the handset has only been available in China since then. Samsung today announced that the Galaxy Folder 2 will now be available in South Korea. The Galaxy Folder 2 is basically a mid-range Android handset in a clamshell form factor. It features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor coupled with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage. It has a 3.8-inch TFT LCD display with WVGA resolution aside from an 8-megapixel rear and 5-megapixel front camera. Both cameras have f/1.9 aperture. There’s also a 1950mAh battery onboard. Measuring in at 122 x 60.2 x 15.4mm, this 160g flip phone is powered by Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. Samsung is going to offer its LTE and 3G variants to customers in South Korea. Samsung is going to sell the Galaxy Folder 2 flip ph

While stock lasts, you can pick up an OtterBox Symmetry Clear Series case for the Galaxy S8+ for just $39.21 (22% off). There’s a caveat, though: the promotion is only available in the United States. Here are some of its best selling points: Ultra-slim: sleek profile follows your phone’s precision lines Unlimited style: take your pick from an array of color and style options Screen bumper: raised, beveled edge helps protect touchscreen Like the sound of the Symmetry case for the Galaxy S8 and want to bag yourself one? Press the Buy Now button below. It’s worth noting that inventory is limited, so you’ll probably want to act fast.

Samsung launched a new variant of the Galaxy S5 over two years ago called the Galaxy S5 Neo . It had a different processor and support for LTE-A. The Galaxy S5 Neo featured a 5.1-inch 1920×1020 pixel resolution display with a 1.6GHz octa-core Exynos 7580 processor. The handset featured 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, a 2,800mAh battery and a 16-megapixel rear camera. The company doesn’t appear to have ceased firmware development for this device as just three months ago, a new firmware update was released for the Galaxy S5 Neo which brought the March security patch for this handset, even though countless more recent handsets hadn’t even received the February patch by then. The Galaxy S5 Neo (SM-G903) has now been spotted on GFXBench. The benchmark listing for the device tested reveals that it was running Android 7.0 Nougat. This strongly indicates that Samsung may be testing the Nougat update for this device. However, it’s unclear if and when the company is planning to release it.

The recent launch of the revamped Galaxy J (2017) series marks a significant event in the development of Samsung’s hardware design. Though some markets already saw the launch of similarly built devices late last year (check our Galaxy J7 Prime review , for example) most Western buyers will only get their hands on Samsung’s new premium Galaxy J lineup in the coming weeks. I’ve got my hands on the first device of the series to be launched, the Galaxy J5 (2017), and will now share a few quick first impressions. Galaxy J5 (2017) hands-on: Build quality After many years of repeated ridicule over its cheap choice of materials, it is safe to say the Galaxy J5 (2017) proves Samsung has learned from the past. While it is easy to see progress in expensive flagship devices like the Galaxy S8 , the arrival of a full metal body in the much more affordable Galaxy J series is perhaps an even more significant landmark. After all, Samsung expects to sell one hundred million of these units  this yea

Samsung recently launched its revamped Galaxy J series . The Galaxy J5 (2017) is directly available in the Netherlands today and the release coincides with the rollout of the first firmware update for this handset. The update that’s rolling out now brings the June security patch for the Galaxy J5 (2017). The Galaxy J5 (2017) has a nice metal body, it’s powered by a 1.6GHz processor coupled with 2GB RAM and 16GB of storage. It also has a 3,000mAh battery, a 5.2-inch HD Super AMOLED display as well as a 13-megapixel front and back camera. Samsung is actually rolling out this firmware version J530FXXU1AQF5 in several countries across Europe where the handset has been released. It’s a minor update in that it weighs in at just 23MB and don’t bring any new features, but then again, the Galaxy J5 (2017) is already running Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box. It’s a good sign that the company is quick to release the latest security patch for this handset. Samsung is committed to rolling ou

The Coral Blue color variant of the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ can now be pre-ordered exclusively from Carphone Warehouse in the United Kingdom. The former is priced at £689, while the latter carries a price tag of £779. As you’d expect, the Coral Blue Galaxy S8 is identical to the regular Midnight Black model, packing a 5.8-inch Super AMOLED display, an Exynos 8895 Octa/Snapdragon 835 CPU, 4GB of RAM and a 3,000mAh battery. Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ review : Samsung brings us the future, but it’s not perfect yet Obviously, the same applies to the Galaxy S8+ , which features almost identical internals to its smaller sibling, with the main differences being it has a slightly larger 6.2-inch screen and a 3,500mAh cell. This news comes less than a week after British 4G carrier EE started accepting reservations for the Arctic Silver version of both the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ in the region. Here’s what Connor Pierce, Samsung Vice President, IT & Mobile said at the time: We’re de

  Samsung Electronics, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, today announced the start of mass production of its first Exynos-branded Internet of Things (IoT) solution, the Exynos i T200. Built on a low-power 28-nanometer (nm) High-K Metal Gate (HKMG) process and featuring high processing capabilities along with Wi-Fi connectivity, the Exynos i T200 is an optimum IoT solution to deliver the performance needed for upcoming IoT use cases.   In terms of processing, the Exynos i T200 utilizes both a Cortex ® -R4 processor and an additional Cortex ® -M0+ processor enabling the devices it supports to process and perform various tasks without the need for an extra microcontroller IC in the system. For connectivity, the Exynos i T200 supports 802.11b/g/n single-band (2.4GHz), and has received the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ certification from the Wi-Fi Alliance, and Microsoft Azure Certified for IoT. It also natively supports IoTivity, an IoT protocol standard from the Open Connectivit

Samsung announced last week that it will conduct a preview program in the United States to test Bixby Voice before the much-awaited feature is released for everyone. It invited Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ owners in the country to register for the preview. They would get the update if they were selected as part of the beta group. Some users who had signed up for the preview are now reporting that they’re received the Bixby Voice update for their handsets. They are now able to make full use of the Bixby button on their devices as the preview brings Bixby Voice functionality which was previously limited to users in South Korea. It’s not surprising that Bixby Voice preview is being rolled out today given that Samsung has recently been sending out app updates to alL Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ owners that appear to be setting the stage for its new voice assistant. Samsung claims that Bixby Voice enables users to do everything that they can do with a tap on the display with just a voice comma

It’s no secret that Samsung is very serious about its position in the virtual reality market . The company already has a great suite of products that enable users to experience virtual reality. It has also been inking new partnerships to bring more content to its VR platform. That’s not all the company is working on in this space. According to a new report , Samsung has acquired VRB rather quietly. VRB is a startup based in New York that has already developed apps for capturing and viewing 360-degree virtual reality content. The scribe’s sources suggest that Samsung paid $5.5 million for this company. No official statement has been released by Samsung or VRB to confirm the acquisition. One of the co-founders of the company, Chrisopher Paretti confirmed the sale to TechCrunch , adding that “VRB was acquired by Samsung, but the deal amount will remain undisclosed.” The report is light on details concerning Samsung’s vision for this company and what it intends to do with its talent an

Samsung has only properly released Bixby in South Korea where Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ owners can take full advantage of all of the features that the company’s new voice assistant offers. Bixby’s voice functionality hasn’t gone live anywhere as yet but it appears that the company is getting ready to roll it out. One of our readers reached out to us after seeing several Bixby updates being pushed to his device. His device received updates for the Bixby service as well as its Wakeup, PLM and Global Action modules. You may recall that Samsung launched a beta program for Bixby Voice a few days back. It’s giving Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ owners in the United States the change to register and be selected in the group of users who will be given early access to all of Bixby’s features. It would be the first time that anyone outside Samsung gets to test how well Bixby Voice handles the English language. Samsung has not yet confirmed when it plans on rolling out Bixby to all users in the Uni

Welcome to the latest edition of  Wallpaper Wednesday . This week, we’re highlighting a total of five backgrounds featuring landscapes. All of the images are available in a suitable resolution for the  Galaxy S8 ,  Galaxy S8+  and just about any other smartphone on the market. If any of the following images float your boat and you want to download and set one as your wallpaper, simply tap on the photo to maximise it, then click and hold to save it. Once the picture is stored locally, open up  Settings , locate and select  Wallpaper , then just press the image to set it as your background. Desert Landscape Fantasy Valley Lake Skyscape Village Download

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. Business Samsung Q2 2017 operating profit may beat every other company on the planet Deals Daily Deal: Save 19% on a Gear VR (2017) with Controller General Samsung and Sprint test LTE-boosting technology in South Korea Phones Arctic Silver Galaxy S8 pre-orders now live in the United Kingdom Galaxy S8 with dual cameras pictured yet again Samsung ditching in-screen fingerprint sensor for the Galaxy Note 8 Samsung Galaxy C7 (2017) receives Bluetooth certification Samsung shares its own tips and tricks for the Galaxy S8 Reviews Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 review: A great tablet that should have been better Virtual Reality Samsung’s next-generation Gear VR should h

A patent has surfaced highlighting a new feature that is set to make its way to the Gear VR . According to the sketches, Samsung has devised a way to arm the headset with the ability to identify a user based on the shape of their face and head by recording the amount of pressure that’s applied to the bonds holding the unit in place. At present, it’s not possible to unlock your smartphone using the Gear VR — so you have to remove it to enter your PIN. However, with this feature, the handset should automatically unlock when it detects that it’s being worn by a registered user, which should alleviate a lot of frustration from current owners. We should probably point out that there’s a pretty good chance this technology will never see the light of day. As you’re probably already aware, Samsung reserves the rights to a lot of designs and names on a daily basis, and only a small portion of them ever make their way onto the market. Could this be one of the few that do? We think so. Via

Description: Feel closer to the action on a screen that can’t be matched. Everything’s better with Infinity Display on the Galaxy S8. From: Samsung Mobile

Amazon has slashed the price of the Gear VR (2017) with Controller by 19%, so you can pick one up for a limited time only for the modest price of $105.73 — and best of all, the promotion is available worldwide. For those unaware, the Gear VR (2017) supports both microUSB and USB Type-C, meaning it’s not only compatible with the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+, but also with the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note 5. To purchase the Gear VR (2017) with Controller, all you need to do is hit the Buy Now button below. You’ll need to hurry though, as inventory won’t be around for too long — and once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Samsung was originally rumored to be thinking about debuting an in-screen fingerprint sensor with the Galaxy S8 but that didn’t happen. The company reportedly decided against the idea as the technology wasn’t ready so it simply repositioned the fingerprint sensor at the back. It has since been rumored that the Galaxy Note 8 will be the first smartphone from Samsung to feature a fingerprint sensor that’s integrated into the display itself . However, there have been many reports recently that sing a different tune. The latest out of South Korea claims that Samsung is likely going to give up on the in-screen fingerprint sensor for the Galaxy Note 8 due to technical challenges. The company is reportedly having a hard time making an integrated circuit that will be placed under the display to read the fingerprint image off of the display’s surface. Samsung is also said to be facing issues with production yields and securing the transparency of the sensor. Another report suggested that un

With the Galaxy Tab S3, Samsung completes a surprising merger of the Note series with its AMOLED display-toting Tab S lineup. The result is certainly a very premium-looking high-end device, with a unique combination of specs and features. However, the question remains whether all of this justifies its steep price, and what audience Samsung is targeting. In this review, we answer these questions. Design If you put the Galaxy Tab S3 next to its predecessor, the Tab S2, and look at them from the front, you’ll need a pair of eagle eyes to spot the differences. Still, once in hand, the difference becomes clear. The Tab S3 does away with the soft-touch plastic of the S2 and is now fully wrapped in metal and glass. The device is very well crafted, with rounded corners and no sharp edges. The tablet feels like one solid slab of technology. This time around, the frame houses four speakers, so you can enjoy stereo sound no matter how you’re holding the Tab S3. Just like on the Galaxy S8, the