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Samsung Electronics Vietnam has more than 100,000 employees working across its manufacturing facilities. As female workers account for nearly 75% of the total workforce, Samsung has made concerted effort, in close partnership with the employee work council, to ensure comfortable working conditions as well as unique benefits for all its staff.   On November 21, Báo Lao Động also interviewed several female employees at Samsung Electronics Vietnam for story looking into the positive working conditions and employee satisfaction at the company. For its part, Báo Lao Động is a representative general daily newspaper published by the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, and one of the most influential and oldest newspapers in Vietnam.     The following is a full translation of the article:     Samsung Electronics Vietnam Works Hard for Employee Welfare with Employee Work Council When female employees of Samsung Electronics Vietnam become pregnant, they can immediately apply for

Samsung unveiled the Burgundy Red Galaxy S8 a couple of weeks back. This new color option for Samsung’s flagship handset is going to give you major winter goals. The company hadn’t confirmed previously when it would start selling this handset. It has now revealed when this color option will be available. The company has confirmed the Burgundy Red Galaxy S8 release date today. The handset is going to be launched in South Korea initially. Burgundy Red Galaxy S8 release date No changes have been made to the device except the color. The rear glass panel on this model sports a rich and beautiful red color. Samsung is going to start selling the Burgundy Red Galaxy S8 in South Korea next week. It will be available in the country from November 28. That’s only four days after the iPhone X is officially released in the country. Samsung has previously used color options to reignite sales for its existing flagship handsets to compete with new iPhones. It’s sticking with the same strategy this

Samsung has launched its mobile payment platform, Samsung Pay , in Mexico, following its release in Canada at the beginning of the month. To take advantage of the feature, however, customers will need to own one of the following smartphones: Galaxy A3 (2016/2017) Galaxy A5 (2016/2017) Galaxy A7 (2016/2017) Galaxy J5 Pro Galaxy J7 Pro Galaxy Note 5 Galaxy Note 8 Galaxy S6 edge+ Galaxy S7 Galaxy S7 edge Galaxy S8 Galaxy S8+ Related: Samsung Pay updated with support for Banco Bradesco in Brazil Those in the region wanting to utilize Samsung Pay should be able to register for an account and start making payments right away, though they will need to use a credit or debit card issued by a participating regional bank. Samsung Pay supports Android 8.0 Oreo Samsung Pay was recently treated to a maintenance update in a number of regions, including India and Sweden, which bundles support for Android 8.0 Oreo , as well as a number of much-needed bug fixes and stability improvem

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Experience Program in South Korea. The program allows iPhone users to test the Galaxy Note 8 and the Galaxy S8 for a month. There’s a nominal participation fee for the program which is refunded after the trial period ends. Some conditions do apply, though. The launch of Samsung’s Galaxy Experience Program coincides with the release of Apple’s latest iPhones in South Korea. Samsung would obviously like people to opt for its flagship handsets instead. Galaxy Experience Program Interested iPhone users in South Korea can apply for the Galaxy Experience Program online from November 21-27. Samsung will pick 10,000 people by November 30. Those who are selected will have to visit the Samsung Digital Plaza from December 1-11 and subsequently purchase the Galaxy Note 8 or Galaxy S8. There’s an additional participation fee of 50,000 or $45. The participation fee is refunded after one month if the customer decides to keep their Galaxy smartphone. If the custom

One of the factors that determine the success or failure of a package design is whether the package effectively acts as a messenger of the product and brand. A package design not only conveys primary information of a product’s image, but it also offers a comprehensive brand experience that captures a product’s desired values and usage. Therefore, a package design is the embodiment of a product’s core message to its users and the manifestation of the conversation between a user and a product. Let’s take a moment to listen to the story of the product that is illustrated in the Samsung Wearable package design.       Changes for a more Consistent Brand Experience Previous Samsung Wearable packages were great at portraying unique characteristics and strengths of different product categories, but had difficulty conveying the overarching impression of the brand. We analyzed countless competitor products and interviewed package and retail experts to create an all-encompassing brand exp

Samsung started rolling out the November 2017 security patch to its handsets last week. The Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A7 (2017) were the first handsets to get it . It has since been rolled out for devices like the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy Note 5. T-Mobile was the first carrier in the US to release the November security update for this handset . The latest security patch for the Galaxy Note 8 is now being rolled out in China and Hong Kong. Galaxy Note 8 November 2017 security patch Samsung has now started rolling out the Galaxy Note 8 November 2017 security patch for its flagship phablet in China and Hong Kong. The firmware update has been rolled out for model numbers SM-N9508 and SM-N9500 . The November 2017 security patch fixes a critical Wi-Fi security vulnerability . Known as Krack Attack, it’s a flaw in the WPA2 Wi-Fi security protocol which attackers can subsequently exploit to eavesdrop on traffic between access points and connected devices. The security patch also includes fix

According to Droid Life , Verizon will be releasing a software update for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge on November 21st. The carrier hasn’t updated its support pages yet , but the update should bring the November security patch to these phones, or at least a fix for the KRACK Wi-FI exploit . Nothing is certain, though, so we’ll have to wait and see what the new update will entail for Samsung’s 2016 Galaxy S flagships on North American’s largest carrier. Verizon Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge update Verizon had recently released an update for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ , but it was a maintenance update for fixing an issue introduced by the update with the October patch and did not include the security patches for November. That’s not to say the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge won’t get the November update either, as Samsung has been focusing on older devices this month and neglecting both the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 as far as the latest security fixes are concerned. Not that we’re c

We’ve already heard a lot of rumors about the Samsung foldable smartphone over the years. Enough circumstantial evidence has surfaced in the past months to suggest that one might be launched next year . A listing for the handset has now been spotted on Samsung’s own website. The device is commonly referred to as the Galaxy X. Previous reports suggest that the foldable Samsung smartphone bears model number SM-G888N0. The same is now listed on Samsung’s official website for South Korea. Samsung foldable smartphone We’ve previously spotted the SM-G888N0 at the Bluetooth SIG for its Bluetooth certification. It was also spotted at South Korea’s National Radio Research Agency which suggested that the handset will also be launched in Samsung’s home market. There aren’t a lot of details available on this device right now. We did spot a firmware for the SM-G888N0 so Samsung is certainly cooking up something. This model number does not correspond to any other device in Samsung’s lineup wh

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 Samsung wants to become a big data company Samsung will overtake Intel as top global semiconductor supplier in 2017 Firmware News Canadian Galaxy S6, S6 edge, and S6 edge+ get November security update Firmware Update Magazine: November 20, 2017 T-Mobile releases November security update for the Galaxy Note 8 Laptops New Samsung Chromebook with a detachable keyboard possibly spotted Phones Adults prefer the Galaxy S8 in the United States, survey reveals Galaxy A7 (2018) surfaces in dubious-looking hands-on picture Samsung reportedly orders 3D components for Galaxy S9 facial recognition SM-W2018 hands-on video leaked, launch due December 1 Review

Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly Firmware Magazine. You can think of it as your go-to resource to find out which of your Samsung devices has received a new update or if it’s going to receive a new firmware update in the near future. To keep things interesting, we present the Firmware Magazine in new designs every week. It will always include the important details about firmware updates such as the firmware versions, device model numbers, Android OS versions and the country where said update is out already. SamMobile Firmware Update Magazine Keep in mind, however, that these firmware details are based on the firmware that are available in our database, and in some cases, the latest updates might not show in the same week as the full firmware files take additional time to make it to our database. The purpose of this magazine is to bring all of that important information about firmware updates to you, the reader, in a manner that’s easy to comprehend—so even if you’re new

Samsung Electronics, a world leader in advanced digital component solutions, today announced that its Programmable Multichannel Driver (PMD) has been selected as the top enabling technology of the year at the 2017 Lux Awards.   Since 2010, the Lux Awards has been recognized as one of the most prestigious honors for lighting component manufacturers and customers who have significantly improved the global lighting environment, reduced energy consumption or achieved major technological advances of importance to users worldwide.     Samsung’s PMD features two-channel driving, allowing luminaires to tune color temperature (CCT) and dim light output. For example, in order to control a luminaire with warm white and cool white modules, previously a separate driver was needed for each color temperature as well as a controller to connect the two drivers to a single dimmer. However, with Samsung’s award-winning PMD, a luminaire only needs to be wired to the PMD in order to fine-tune the C

The Gear S3 got a major update today in the form of the Value Pack update , which bumps the software on the watch to Tizen 3.0 and brings it on par with the Gear Sport (read our review here ). There’s a lot of new stuff on Tizen 3.0 , including a Watch only mode that disables all functionality and makes the smartwatch act as a regular watch that shows the time and nothing else. It’s like an ultra  version of the ultra power saving mode found on Samsung phones, and on the Gear S3, it can extend battery life up to more than a whopping 40 days ! The watch only mode is rather problematic when it comes to the implementation. When the mode is enabled, the watch won’t continuously show you the time; instead, you will need to use the power button to see the time, a few seconds after which the display goes blank until you press the power button again. Not a great implementation, not for a feature that is supposed to turn your smartwatch into a regular watch. Even with the “watch always-on” o

Samsung’s semiconductor business has leapfrogged the competition significantly over the past few years. It ended Intel’s 24-year reign as the largest chipmaker in the world in the second quarter of this year. Samsung’s chip business posted higher revenue and operating profit compared to Intel during the period. Market research firm IC Insights predicts that Samsung is now expected to lead Intel in full-year 2017 semiconductor sales by a staggering $4.6 billion. Samsung overtakes Intel This prediction goes to show that Samsung’s stellar performance in Q2 2017 wasn’t a fluke. There’s enough wind in the division’s sales to come out ahead of Intel in 2017. Samsung first displaced Intel from its top spot in the second quarter of this year. Intel had been holding on to this position since 1993. Samsung’s growth has been impressive given that Intel’s sales were 40 percent greater in Q1 2016. Samsung was able to turn the tables in just a little more than a year. Intel is now expected to

It’s raining November security patches for all but the latest Samsung flagships, with the latest devices to get the newest security update being the Galaxy S6 , Galaxy S6 edge , and Galaxy S6 edge+ in Canada. The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge started receiving the November update almost a week ago , and it is now being rolled out by Canadian carriers including Bell, Telus, SaskTel, and Virgin Mobile to all three Galaxy S6 flagships. For the Galaxy S6 edge+, this is the first update with the November patch, but it should reach other markets in the coming days. Galaxy S6, S6 edge, and S6 edge+ November security update available in Canada The firmware files for the update are available for download from our firmware database ( here for the Galaxy S6, here for the S6 edge, and here for the S6 edge+). As usual, you can download the update over the air from the Settings » Software update menu as well. Don’t expect to see any new features or changes other than the November security

Shortly before IFA 2017, Samsung announced the Gear Sport , its latest smartwatch. The Gear Sport isn’t exactly a successor to the Gear S3, but a cross between the Gear S3 Classic and the Gear S3 Frontier, with Samsung focusing on fitness to a higher degree this time around. We’ve had the chance to use the Gear Sport for a few weeks, and in this review, we’ll take a look at whether the Gear Sport is a good smartwatch for active and daily use. Gear Sport review: Design Samsung sent us a blue Gear Sport, and right out of the box, what stood was that the Gear Sport uses the bezel ring from the Gear S3 Classic and the buttons from the Gear S3 Frontier. I personally like the Gear Sport, but I would love it more if it looked like a smaller version of the Gear S3 Frontier , given the focus on fitness and how the Frontier version was more sporty. What does help in that regard is the size of the Gear Sport. It’s about the same size as the Gear S2 ; it’s not bulky and, therefore, excellent f

The Samsung Rewards program was launched in the United States in November last year. Samsung launched the rewards program ahead of the holiday shopping season. It’s been a year since the program was launched and Samsung Rewards has proven to be a success. It’s actually what has been driving growth for Samsung Pay in the United States. Samsung Rewards is a loyalty program that rewards users for how often they use Samsung Pay at checkout. It’s similar to a points-based credit card rewards program. Users earn reward points every time they make a purchase using Samsung Pay. The program has since been integrated into Bixby, Samsung Health and Samsung Internet. It allows users to earn points by completing tasks in Bixby, tracking health and browsing the web. Samsung Rewards now works with Samsung Shop as well. It will be supported on Samsung.com in the coming days as well. Samsung Rewards The latest insights reveal that Samsung Rewards sees 25 percent growth every month. More than one

Samsung is releasing a major update for the Gear S3 today. Called the Value Pack update, it brings Tizen 3.0 to the Gear S3 Classic and Gear S3 Frontier and, as a result, a slew of new features and enhancements. With this update, the Gear S3 is running pretty much the same software as the Gear Sport, with new features and improvements that make the watch “more versatile than ever.” Gear S3 Value Pack update is a big one In fact, there’s so much here that we’re unsure where to start. We have already written about the highlight features of Tizen 3.0 for Samsung’s smartwatches , but those aren’t the only ones added by the Value Pack update. The Gear S3 can now be used to control the Gear VR and a TV connected to the same phone as the watch to display heart rate and other tracking information on the big screen (which should be useful for those who exercise at home); controlling supported IoT devices is also possible through the new Samsung Connect app. The update introduces a new wid

Samsung launched the Chromebook Pro/Plus at CES 2017. The company hasn’t said as yet if it’s going to launch a new one soon. However, it appears that a new Samsung Chromebook has been spotted in the Chromium Repository. Details are slim but they do suggest that it might be one with a detachable keyboard. If this is true, then the new Samsung Chromebook is going to be a 2-in-1 device that runs Chrome OS and is also capable of running Android apps. New Samsung Chromebook Chrome Unboxed discovered some changes in the Chromium Repository recently which suggested that a new Chromebook with the codename “Nautilus” is being developed. The changes suggested that this is a device with a detachable keyboard. The manufacturer wasn’t clear because the device could only be linked to a small BIOS firmware vendor called American Megatrends. That changed recently when new commits were made to the repository by someone called Jongpil Jung. This individual has his Samsung email address linked to

Recognized as one of the best-in-class smartwatches in the wearable category, Samsung’s Gear S3 has been praised for its design , user friendliness and technological innovation . But with the recently released value pack update, the Gear S3 is more versatile than ever.   Packed with enhancements that augment the device’s utility and streamline users’ access to the information they rely on, the update transforms the Gear S3 into a controller, a tracker, a communicator and, of course, a watch – all in one device.     Workouts, Your Way Exercising with the Gear S3 has been completely transformed, thanks to new features designed to make activity tracking more intuitive.*   Advanced, real-time heart rate monitoring with improved accuracy and detailed feedback lets users continuously monitor their heart rate activity – whether they’re enjoying a relaxing yoga session or an exhilarating kickboxing class. They can also control their weight more efficiently via the nutrition management

It’s no secret that Samsung has a new flagship flip phone in the pipeline. The SM-W2018 is the successor to last year’s SM-W2017. Countless images of the handset have already been leaked online. There’s a leaked SM-W2018 hands-on video making the rounds online now. It certainly won’t be surprising when Samsung officially unveils this handset. It won’t be long until Samsung does that. Samsung China has revealed that the SM-W2018 flip phone is going to be unveiled on December 1. SM-W2018 hands-on video We compared leaked images of the SM-W2018 with its predecessor recently. Our observation is that the new handset exhibits finesse. Samsung has polished the design of its flagship flip phone and added respectable specifications. The leaked SM-W2018 hands-on video also shows that the metal and glass build of this handset looks really nice. The industrial look and feel that Samsung was apparently shooting for has turned out very nicely indeed. As far as the specs go, it’s going to f

Samsung is the leading provider of data storage products in the world. Young Sohn, Samsung’s chief strategy officer, revealed at the Samsung CEO Summit last month that about 70 percent of the world’s data is produced and stored on Samsung’s products. “Data is the new oil,” he said, pointing out that this presents a significant opportunity for the company to grow further. It seems like Samsung wants to become a big data company as well. This can prove crucial for its long-term growth as it seeks a future beyond mobile and semiconductor products. Samsung’s future as a big data company Big data companies deal in storing significant amounts of data, capturing data, analysis, sharing, search, transfer, visualization and more. That’s not something you would associate with Samsung off the top of your head. However, most of Samsung’s recent acquisitions have revolved around data. Companies like Harman , LoopPay, Viv Labs and SmartThings all own important technologies to create and analyze

It has previously been reported that the Galaxy S9 facial recognition will be improved with a 3D sensor-equipped front camera . According to a new report, Samsung has already placed significant orders for 3D components that will power the improved facial recognition system. The new system is expected to be more accurate, fast and safer than the one on the Galaxy S8. A report out of South Korea suggests that even though Samsung will opt for 3D hardware, it’s going to stick with 2D software for facial recognition. Perhaps Samsung wants to keep iris recognition onboard as it’s believed to be even safer. Galaxy S9 facial recognition The 3D sensor-equipped front camera might be useful for augmented and virtual reality experiences. It may also be used to power innovative new features like animated emojis. It wouldn’t be surprising if Samsung makes the shift to 3D sensors. One could expect the company to improve the facial recognition technology in the new flagship. With Apple capturing t

T-Mobile has released a maintenance update for its carrier-branded variant of the Galaxy Note 8 . The upgrade transports all of the patches included in last month and this month’s security release, as well as a fix for an IMR roaming bug. Here’s the full changelog: October Security Maintenance Release (SMR) — Patches for 215 patches for vulnerabilities in the open-source Android operating system and six for Samsung’s own modified software. November Security Maintenance Release (SMR) — Patches for 61 vulnerabilities in the open-source Android operating system and six for Samsung’s modified software, as well as a fix for the KRACK Wi-Fi exploit. IMS roaming bug fix. Various bug fixes and software stability improvements. How do I check to see if the update is ready for my Galaxy Note 8? To check to see if the OTA is ready for your Galaxy Note 8, open Settings , select Software Update , then tap Download Updates Manually.  Alternatively, you can always wait until you receive an al

It would appear that the Galaxy S8 is a hit among adults in the United States, while teenagers prefer Apple’s iPhone X and iPhone 8. At least, that’s what a new survey conducted by market research firm Propeller Insights would lead you to believe. The US-based company revealed that 38 percent of adults are looking forward to unboxing a Galaxy S8 on Christmas Day, while only 20 and 22 percent of them are hoping to receive the recently-released i Phone X and iPhone 8, respectively. Teenagers, on the other hand, exhibited a completely different preference. The survey uncovered that 25 percent would choose the Galaxy S8 (or Galaxy S8+), whereas 35 percent said they’d rather receive an iPhone X or iPhone 8 . USA Today believes that adults favor the Galaxy S8 because of its fingerprint recognition feature and headphone jack, which aren’t available on the iPhone X. Teenagers sensitive to trends aren’t interested in these tools, it added. It all comes down to price The main differen

A dubious-looking image has surfaced online allegedly showcasing the front of the upcoming Galaxy A7 (2018) , with its 5.7-inch edge-to-edge Full HD+ Infinity Display and dual front-facing camera—but that’s about all it highlights. Recent leaks and rumors point towards the handset shipping with a 1.6GHz Exynos 7885 octa-core processor, 6GB of RAM and a 3,600mAh battery. It should also come with a 16MP rear-facing camera; though that’s far from confirmed. Related: Feast your eyes on the Galaxy A7 (2018) in these renders It’s worth mentioning that the Galaxy A7 (2018) photographed in this latest hands-on image matches up to the unit reliable tipster OnLeaks highlighted alongside the Galaxy A5 (2018) in a batch of schematic-based renders last month. Don’t let the picture fool you That doesn’t mean that what we’re looking at is the real deal, however. It’s not uncommon for people to manipulate pictures of existing smartphones to trick the media—and there’s a chance that’s what coul

  Samsung Medison, a global medical equipment company and an affiliate of Samsung Electronics, today introduced the RS85, a new premium ultrasonic diagnosis device that provides enhanced image quality, usability, and convenience for medical and radiology professionals.   “We are pleased to launch the RS85, a new premium medical device with superior image quality and usability based on Samsung’s advanced ultrasonic and radiology technologies,” said Insuk Song, Vice President, Health & Medical Equipment Business, Samsung Electronics. “We have high expectations the RS85 will make inroads into the global radiology market as Samsung Medison’s representative product. We will continue to diversify our product portfolio for different medical applications and sectors.”   Among its features, the RS85 features the MV-Flow™ and S-Shearwave Imaging™ technologies. The MV-Flow™ is able to detect the blood flow in microvascular tissues which is hard to be detected via a conventional Doppler