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The Samsung Cinema LED Screen, delivering a next-generation theater experience , has won rave reviews from global film industry professionals, movie critics and viewers at this year’s Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).   The Samsung Cinema LED Screen was installed at the Lotte Cinema in Centum City – one of the official theaters of BIFF – in Busan this past September. At this year’s BIFF, which is Asia’s largest film festival, around 300 movies from 75 countries were showcased throughout the festival. Audiences were able to watch the film “Mother!,” featuring actress Jennifer Lawrence and directed by Darren Aronofsky, on the Samsung Cinema LED Screen. The screen received high marks from film industry professionals, in particular for its realistic screen and color depiction keeping to the original intent of directors and producers.   VIDEO   Darren Aronofsky, director of “Mother!,” said, “I got to see [the movie on] this new screen, which is beautiful. I’m hopeful that if

Built with the latest innovative features, the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 offers a business-rugged design with improved business functionality and built-in durability for industrial environments   Samsung Electronics today introduces the Galaxy Tab Active2, a new business-rugged tablet built for business through a customer-centric design inspired by professionals with the latest innovations from Samsung. The Galaxy Tab Active2 helps accelerate the digital transformation of industries among key verticals like transportation, public safety and manufacturing by offering a wider range of features such as biometrics integration, multi-window screens and S Pen capabilities that function in extreme working conditions, ultimately improving worker productivity and flexibility.   “The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 was built based on in-depth customer and partner feedback and has been carefully developed to create a whole new category of tablet for the global workforce,” said Suk-Jea Hahn, Ex

Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong was imprisoned earlier this year on charges of bribery and corruption. He has been sentenced to five years in jail, although he is appealing the sentence . Samsung’s outgoing CEO Kwon Oh-hyun says that while the business is going well today, his imprisonment could have long-term implications for the company. Kwon Oh-hyun recently announced that he was stepping down from the top job as the company faces a leadership crisis. He has been with Samsung for over 30 years. His term will be over in March 2018 which will mark the end of his career at the conglomerate. Samsung Heir Lee Jae-yong’s Imprisonment In a meeting with business leaders in Washington merely days after announcing his decision to leave the job, Kwon Oh-hyun referred to the imprisonment of the Samsung heir as a “tragedy.” Lee Jae-yong is the only son of ailing Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee. His rise to the top has been hampered by the legal troubles that have also brought down South Korea’s f

Samsung kicked off its Silicon Valley 5G Summit , a platform for telecommunication industry participants to come together to discuss different ways to strengthen the upcoming commercialization of 5G technologies, on Thursday. “To power our mobile future—and lead the world in 5G service—we need to free up more spectrum and make smart choices about infrastructure. That’s why this discussion is so important,” said FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel. First commercial 5G applications to roll out in 2018 Samsung expects to see the first commercial 5G applications begin to roll out to support use cases, like Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), at some point in 2018—and with trials well underway in a number of regions, that certainly seems feasible. Source

Arianna Huffington of The Huffington Post fame is also the founder of Thrive Global, a company that’s focused on wellness. The company has launched a new app called Thrive. The app is going to help you disconnect from your smartphone and reconnect with your life. Seems a bit ironic that you need an app to disconnect from your smartphone, but hey, that’s the world we live in now. “The Thrive App is part of a movement to help people take a break from technology to reconnect in deeper ways with themselves, their family and friends, and the world around them,” Huffington writes. Arianna Huffington’s Samsung App The app can be used to put your handset in “Thrive Mode.” It will mute all notifications, calls and texts except from the people that have been specified in the VIP list. When you’re in Thrive Mode, incoming texts will automatically be responded with a message that the user is in Thrive Mode. So basically, Thrive is an app version of the Do Not Disturb button on Samsung device

Samsung has today taken the wraps off the long-rumored Galaxy Tab Active 2 and naturally we want to see how it compares to its predecessor, the Galaxy Tab Active . Unfortunately, we don’t have the unit in our possession, so we can’t conduct any physical tests, but that doesn’t mean we can’t pit them head-to-head in a specs comparison. Specs comparison: Galaxy Tab Active vs. Galaxy Tab Active 2 Galaxy Tab Active Galaxy Tab Active 2 Display 8-inch TFT (1,200 x 800 pixels) 8-inch TFT (1,200 x 800 pixels) Processor 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 1.6GHz Exynos 7880 RAM 1.5GB 3GB Camera 3.15-megapixel main, 1.2-megapixel front 8-megapixel main, 5-megapixel front Storage 16GB internal, microSD slot (up to 64GB) 16GB internal, microSD slot (up to 256GB) Software Android 4.4.2 KitKat, not upgradeable Android 7.1.1 Nougat Battery 4,450mAh removable Li-Ion 4,450mAh removable Li-Ion Other features Water resistance, microUSB 2.0 Water resistance, fing

The Galaxy S8+ is now getting an update that brings the October security patch , following devices like the Galaxy S7 and the  Galaxy A5 (2016 and 2017) . Once again, the latest security patch update seems to have hit the Netherlands first, but it shouldn’t be long before it makes its way to other regions. The update is available over the air as a 479 MB download and carries firmware version G955FXXU1AQI9 . Galaxy S8+ latest update includes stability improvements The latest Galaxy S8+ update also brings stability improvements for the launcher and DeX mode. The latter, we’re assuming, may be related to the upcoming support for running Linux OS on DeX. The changelog doesn’t mention anything else, and as with all monthly updates, this one isn’t likely to have any hidden user-facing features. We also don’t know if the Galaxy S8 has started receiving the update yet, but we’ll let you know once it does . The Galaxy S8 is also getting the update, as reported by one of our readers. If

Following weeks of rumors about the Galaxy Tab Active 2 , Samsung has now officially launched its new rugged tablet. We were actually the first ones to report that Samsung was working on this tablet for Europe and Latin America four months ago. It’s the successor to the first-generation Galaxy Tab Active that was launched in 2014. Gerben van Walt Meijer, Samsung’s marketing manager in the Netherlands, said that the Galaxy Tab 2 Active has been designed with feedback from users in mind. It’s meant for employees in demanding professions worldwide. Partnerships with market leaders like IBM have also brought top asset management features to the tablet. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 The Galaxy Tab Active 2 features an 8-inch 1200×800 pixel resolution display, it can be used even when the user has gloves on. It’s powered by a 1.6GHz Exynos 7880 processor with 3GB RAM and 16GB of storage. Additional features include a microSD card slot, S Pen, MIL-STD-810 certification for enhanced durab

Built with the latest innovative features, the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 offers a business-rugged design with improved business functionality and built-in durability for industrial environments SEOUL, Korea – October 20, 2017 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today introduces the Galaxy Tab Active2, a new business-rugged tablet built for business through a customer-centric design inspired by professionals with the latest innovations from Samsung. The Galaxy Tab Active2 helps accelerate the digital transformation of industries among key verticals like transportation, public safety and manufacturing by offering a wider range of features such as biometrics integration, multi-window screens and S Pen capabilities that function in extreme working conditions, ultimately improving worker productivity and flexibility.   "The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 was built based on in-depth customer and partner feedback and has been carefully developed to create a whole new category of tablet f

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 published today. Business 2015 Samsung merger ruled valid by Seoul court Deals Daily Deal: Take 20% off Samsung’s USB-C to HDMI Adapter Firmware News Galaxy J7 (2017) now receiving routine maintenance update in Europe IoT Samsung’s new Secure Element will help manufacturers develop safer IoT systems Phones Customers can now pre-order the Galaxy Note FE in Malaysia Galaxy Note 8 sales in South Korea maintain solid momentum Themes Themes Thursday: 26 new themes, but hardly any are worth your attention Virtual Reality Samsung Windows Mixed Reality headset won’t be sold in Europe Watches New Gear S3 Golf Edition is the perfect companion for golfers Simband isn’t dead—its

It’s Thursday, which means that it’s time for another exciting edition of our weekly  Themes Thursday  segment. This week, eighteen new themes found their way onto the Store. Unfortunately, they’re not all worth of your attention as, sadly, the majority are priced too high and are a bit over-the-top. Check out four of the best new themes below: Geometric Flower StripeUI Triangular Stained Glass Waterfall The post Themes Thursday: 26 new themes, but hardly any are worth your attention appeared first on SamMobile .

Samsung has started accepting pre-orders for its latest fitness wearable, the Gear Sport, in the United Kingdom. All customers who reserve a unit, which is priced at £299 ($393) in the region, will receive a free pair of the firm’s U Flex earphones. Announced at a standalone event ahead of IFA back in August, the Gear Sport is a watch-shaped activity tracker that features a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display, a 1GHz Exynos 3250 dual-core processor, 768MB of RAM and a 300mAh battery. Just like the Gear Fit2 Pro , the Gear Sport can be submerged in water (5 ATM) for around two-hours, which, as we’ve noted in the past, is more than enough time to swim a considerable amount of lengths. It also packs a built-in GPS chip. Samsung is also accepting pre-orders for the Gear Sport in the UAE This news comes less than 24-hours after Samsung teamed up with a number of independent retailers in the United Arab Emirates to begin accepting pre-orders for the Gear Sport in the country, where it car

Amazon has wiped 20% off the price of Samsung’s USB-C to HDMI Adapter, which lets you view movies and pictures stored on your smartphone on televisions, monitors and projectors, meaning you can currently pick one up for just $39.93. If you like the sound of this promotion and want to take advantage of it, hit the  Buy Now  button below. We advise you to hurry though as Amazon only has a limited amount of inventory available—and once it’s gone, it’s gone. The post Daily Deal: Take 20% off Samsung’s USB-C to HDMI Adapter appeared first on SamMobile .

Samsung has released its first routine maintenance update— J730FXXU1AQI5 —for the Galaxy J7 (2017) in Europe. The upgrade transports all of the changes baked into August’s security release, which includes patches for twenty-eight Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures in the Android operating system and twelve in the firm’s firmware, in addition to a patch for the BlueBorne security vulnerability. Related: Samsung rolls out security patches to fix BlueBorne vulnerability The OTA is making the rounds in the Netherlands at the moment From what we can tell, the update is only making the rounds in the Netherlands, but it should make its way to other countries in Europe in the not-too-distant future. To check to see if it’s ready for your Galaxy J7 (2017) open up Settings , select About Device , then tap Download Updates Manually . Alternatively, you can you can always wait until you receive a notification instructing you install the OTA. Model SM-J730F Model name Galaxy J7

Samsung unveiled the Simband , a reference wearable that manufacturers could experiment with, back in 2014. The unit was packed full of sensors that tracked blood pressure, skin temperature, sweat production, blood volume, heart rate and more, leading many to believe that it would be released once the Apple Watch, which was rumored to be a revolutionary health device, hit the shelves—but that wasn’t the case. The firm actually had no intention of launching the Simband on the open market. It was made exclusively for developers, something that became evident when it took the wraps off the Galaxy Gear 2 . Naturally, we assumed Samsung had retired the Simband in favor of its Galaxy Gear line; however, new information suggests it’s still very much alive, and some of its technology could even make its way into upcoming products. Related:  Samsung opens up Simband health platform to developers According to Dr. Francis Ho, Samsung’s Head of Digital Health, the company’s Strategy and Innovat

Ilsung Pharmaceutical had filed a case to have the 2015 Samsung merger nullified. The Seoul Central District Court dismissed the case today. Ilsung had a 2.11 percent stake in Samsung C&T before the merger. The local pharmaceutical claimed that the merger with Cheil Industries was “unfair” to shareholders. The court ruled today that no illegality was found during the merger process, thus no ground existed to declare the merger as null and void. “It is also hard to conclude that the share swap ratio was unfavorable to shareholders, and even if it was somewhat unfavorable to shareholders, it cannot be viewed that (the ratio) was significantly unfair,” the court added. 2015 Samsung Merger The 2015 Samsung merger has come under scrutiny over the past year. Even activist hedge fund Elliott Associates claimed that the merger of Samsung C&T and Cheil Industries was to help Samsung’s founding Lee family to consolidate its power over Samsung Electronics – the crown jewel of the Sam

Samsung has taken the wraps off a new integrated Secure Element (SE) turn-key solution for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The SE, which is on display at the firm’s Developer Conference in San Francisco, will help chip manufacturers employ reliable safety features, and bring innovative products and services to the market faster. For those interested in the technical details, the SE is the first 45-nanometer (nm) chip to adopt embedded flash (eFlash), a feature that dramatically decreases data processing time and allows for more flexible software modifications compared to traditional EEPROMs. But there’s even more to the SE. The SE is a lot smarter than you’d expect. To prevent hackers from infiltrating the SE to gain control of a system, it automatically monitors processes. If the SE happens to detect abnormal activity, it instantly resets itself, thus protecting all sensitive data store on board the Security IC (integrated circuit). SE is another demonstration of Samsung’s adva

Industry’s most prominent members share updates and discuss the future of 5G Samsung Electronics announced today the successful kick-off of its annual Silicon Valley 5G Summit, hosted at the Samsung Research America campus in Mountain View, California. For the second consecutive year, the event has provided an important platform for telecommunications industry participants across the value chain to come together and engage in ecosystem-building discussions with an aim to strengthen the upcoming commercialization of 5G technologies.   “The wireless revolution is remaking our civic and commercial life. To power our mobile future – and lead the world in 5G service – we need to free up more spectrum and make smart choices about infrastructure. That’s why this discussion is so important,” said FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel.   While last year’s event took place amid early prototype testing of 5G technologies and focused on building a sustainable and feasible vision for 5G, thi

Stay motivated 24/7. The Gear Fit2 Pro lets you know when you need to get moving. Learn more: http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/gear-fit2-pro/ From: Samsung Mobile

Samsung’s refrigerators have been recognized by the UK consumer watchdog Which? , in a study that examined the fire safety in the major brands’ refrigerators. All Samsung fridges that are sold in the UK have metal backs, which are better protected against fires than those with flammable plastic backs.     In the recent London Grenfell Tower tragedy that left about 80 people dead, it is said that the fire started in a faulty fridge-freezer, igniting refrigerator safety concerns. This incident raised awareness of home appliance safety and Which? Magazine, which was started to protect consumers, carried out a fire safety test on freezers and fridge-freezers made by major brands and sold in the UK market. It found that all the models by Samsung passed the test with flying colors. The magazine reported that 46% of the 500 products had flammable plastic backs, while Samsung products have fully protected metal backs.   Which? Magazine said, “Flammable plastic backs on refrigerators ar