Nexus 10 and Google Play Edition Galaxy S4 to get Android 4.4 KitKat in the coming weeks

Posted by FaryaabS on 01 November 2013 at 1:39

Today, Google finally unveiled the long-awaited Android 4.4 KitKat update to the public. And as with every new Android update, it brings quite some changes and improvements over the prior Android version. The new Android 4.4 KitKat update brings improved memory management, a ton of security enhancements, battery life optimisations, a unified SMS and IM system in Google Hangouts, new phone app, Full-screen immersive mode, Low-power audio playback capability and much more.

As you may know, the very first devices to get updated to the latest version of Android are Google's Nexus devices and Play Edition devices. Even though Google unveiled Android 4.4 KitKat today, the actual update hasn't been pushed to any devices yet. Google says that the new update should be available to the Nexus and GPe devices in the coming weeks.

However, Android 4.4 KitKat is already being pushed to AOSP (Android Open Source Project) and the proprietary binaries and factory images should get released anytime now for the Nexus devices. Updates for Google Play Edition devices aren't handled by Google itself, so they always take a little more time than the Nexus devices.

We will let you guys know as soon as Google starts to roll out Android 4.4 KitKat update to the Nexus 10 and GPe Galaxy S4, so stay tuned!

Source: GoogleBlog

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Nexus 10 and Google Play Edition Galaxy S4 to get Android 4.4 KitKat in the coming weeks

Samsung SM-P905 visits the FCC, upcoming Galaxy Note tablet with 12.2-inch display

Posted by FaryaabS on 01 November 2013 at 0:55

Samsung SM-P905 has just popped up over at the FCC for some inspection. The tablet has been in the rumour mill for quite some time now and up till now the only hard evidence of its existence was its web profile (UAProf) on Samsung's servers, which also confirmed that the device will feature a massive screen resolution of 2560×1600.

According to the FCC reports, the device will be a part of Samsung's Galaxy Note series due to the presence of the S-PEN slot. The tablet will be featuring Bluetooth 4.0 LE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac and LTE connectivity. And, it looks like the 12.2-inch display rumours might be correct as the device measures 14.1-inches diagonally.

Our insider has confirmed that Samsung will be releasing this tablet in two variants, Wi-Fi-only (SM-P900) and Wi-Fi+LTE (SM-P905). He has also told has that Samsung has just started performing software tests on the tablet itself, so it shouldn't be launching anytime soon.

Source: FCC Via: Engadget

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung SM-P905 visits the FCC, upcoming Galaxy Note tablet with 12.2-inch display

Samsung gains tablet market share in Q3 2013, achieves year-over-year growth of over 100%

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 31 October 2013 at 17:11

Samsung already took home the crown of the largest smartphone maker in the third quarter of this year, shipping more devices than most other major manufacturers combined and grabbing 35 percent of the market, and now IDC's latest data reveals that the Korean manufacturer saw an equally impressive growth in the tablet market as well. Samsung's tablet market share gained by 8 percent (to 20.4 percent), and the company shipped 9.7 million tablets, more than double the amount of units shipped in the previous quarter.

Meanwhile, Apple, Samsung's biggest and perhaps only considerable competitor, saw its market share slip from 40 percent to 29.6 percent in 12 months, as its tablet shipments remained mostly the same as the third quarter last year (14.1 vs 14 million). Of course, Apple still reigns supreme when it comes a proper app ecosystem, developer revenue, and consumer engagement, but it shouldn't be long before Samsung is able to become the largest shipper of tablets.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung gains tablet market share in Q3 2013, achieves year-over-year growth of over 100%

Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition now selling in Canada

Posted by kunalg on 31 October 2013 at 17:20

South Korea is not the only country to get Samsung's latest and greatest tablet. According to a report by Mobile Syrup, Samsung's Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition is now selling in Canada through retailers like Best Buy and Future Shop. The available quanity seems to be limited, so if you're planning to get one, you might want to catch hold of it before they're sold out (at the time of publishing, 13 units were in stock at both the retailers).

There's a 32GB Wi-Fi-only variant for sale in Canada and it's priced at $599.99. The feature set remains the same with a 10.1-inch display with 2560×1600 resolution, S Pen with Air Command support, Exynos 5 Octa processor, 3GB RAM, 8MP camera, 8220mAh battery, Android 4.3.

Best Buy
Future Shop

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition now selling in Canada

Sprint Galaxy Nexus receiving Android 4.3 update, on Android 4.4 announcement day

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 31 October 2013 at 17:34

You just gotta love North American carriers. Nexus devices are the only safe haven in the Android world where users get instant OS updates as and when Google announces them, but US carriers manage to always take away even that convenience from their consumers. On the day when Android 4.4 is expected to be officially announced, Sprint has begun rolling out the Android 4.3 update (build GJ04) for the Galaxy Nexus. Impressive, isn't it?

The Android 4.3 update isn't a major one, and includes features such as TRIM support for faster and consistent performance, always-on Wi-Fi location scanning (can be turned off from Wi-Fi settings), support for multiple new languages, improved typing, auto-complete in the dialer, and other under-the-hood tweaks.

The update's available over-the-air and should be arriving on your Spring Galaxy Nexus in the next few hours/days, and you can do a manual check for its availability from the Settings » About phone » System updates menu. There's no guarantee the Galaxy Nexus will be getting updated to Android 4.4 KitKat, but even if it does, you can be sure you'll be waiting a few months before Sprint (and other carriers) decide to start its rollout.

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Sprint Galaxy Nexus receiving Android 4.3 update, on Android 4.4 announcement day

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition now available in the UK for £494.99

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 31 October 2013 at 17:37

The Galaxy Note 10.1 – 2014 Edition, Samsung's mightily spec'd 10-inch tablet, is now available in the UK, following its launch in South Korea and Canada today, and in the US a couple of weeks ago. It's priced at £494.99 (a couple of bucks less than the standard price), and is available from retailer Expansys, with 16GB of internal storage and Wi-Fi connectivity.

The Galaxy Note 10.1 – 2014 Edition comes with a 10.1-inch 2,560×1,600 touchscreen, a 2.3 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor, 3 GB of RAM, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a 2-megapixel front camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and an 8,220 mAh battery. It runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, with software features such as Air View, Air Command, Smart Scroll, Multi Window, and more, and the S Pen stylus.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition now available in the UK for £494.99

Samsung adds more partners to its Wallet service, availability still limited

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 31 October 2013 at 17:44

Samsung has announced that it has added support for multiple new services from various partners in its Wallet app (which lets users store and manage tickets, coupons, boarding passes, and membership cards, but doesn't let them make payments like services like Google Wallet). New partners include American Express, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Malaysia Airlines, Amtrak, Valpak, eGifter, Gyft, Yowza, SpotOn, Agoda, HRS, Opodo and Thrillcall.

However, what hasn't changed is the availability of Samsung Wallet service – it still seems to be exclusive to South Korean users, so this update will likely be useless for most people. Samsung is looking to extend support through new partners and merchants with the Wallet Open API, but it will probably be a while before it can match the reach of competing services.

Grab the updated app from the Play Store.

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung adds more partners to its Wallet service, availability still limited

Crowdfunded WiQiQi wireless charging receiver for Galaxy S4 Active cancelled

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 31 October 2013 at 15:10

Back in August, Monster Watts successfully gathered enough funds from its Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign to start working on a back plate attachment for the Galaxy S4 Active to enable Qi wireless charging – called the WiQiQi receiver, to make up for the lack of an official wireless charging-enabled back from Samsung. However, thanks to legal issues, production of the WiQiQi charger has been cancelled.

According to Monster Watts, the legal issues would stem from the water-resistance claims of the Galaxy S4 Active, and legal consultations over the matter has led them to cancel the product altogether (the water-resistance of the S4 Active might be the reason Samsung itself hasn't added wireless charging to it). All those who backed the project will be fully refunded without the need of notifying the company – those that want a standard non-water-resistant wireless charging receiver for their S4 Active can ask for one, and also get $15 refunded along with it, in which case they'll need to write in to indiegogo@monsterwatts.com.

More details can be found at the source link.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Crowdfunded WiQiQi wireless charging receiver for Galaxy S4 Active cancelled

Pink Galaxy Note 3 comes to UK as Phones 4u exclusive

Posted by kunalg on 31 October 2013 at 11:56

At the unveiling of the Galaxy Note 3, Samsung announced three colours for the device – black, white and pink. While the first two are readily available, the pink coloured Galaxy Note 3 will soon be available in UK at least, via Phones 4u. The retailer will be the exclusive UK retailer for the new colour for the month of November.

The phone is available now online and will sell across Phones 4u stores from tomorrow. Customers buying the device will also get a £120 wireless speaker, three months of 4u Wi-Fi and either Sky Sports Mobile or Spotify Premium with a Vodafone 4G plan.

The Snapdragon 800 Galaxy Note 3 goes at various prices depending on the monthly plan.

Product Page
Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Pink Galaxy Note 3 comes to UK as Phones 4u exclusive

Verizon Galaxy S III mini leaks in blue

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 31 October 2013 at 11:57

The Galaxy S4 mini has been out for a few months, and all major US carriers will be launching the device in the coming weeks, but it looks like the Galaxy S III mini from last year still has some life left in it. AT&T recently launched the S III mini, and now it seems Verizon has decided to follow suit, as prolific leakster evleaks has tweeted an image of the Verizon S III mini in blue.

First thing you'll notice is that the Verizon logo is present on the home button, similar to the S4 mini, which is going to put a lot of people off. Like AT&T, Verizon will likely launch the S III mini as a budget model at $0.99 on a two-year contract, with a newer Qualcomm processor (the Snapdragon Plus MSM8930) and a larger battery, so that buyers can enjoy LTE internet speeds. A launch date isn't known yet, but it shouldn't be long before the S III mini arrives on North America's biggest wireless carrier network.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Verizon Galaxy S III mini leaks in blue

Koreans get Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition

Posted by kunalg on 31 October 2013 at 7:07

Samsung is rapidly expanding the rollout of its high-end tablet with South Korea being the latest country to get the Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition. South Koreans will get the device in two variants – LTE-A and Wi-Fi-only. The LTE-A version will be powered by a 2.3GHz quad-core processor, which is safe to assume a Snapdragon 800 processor while the Wi-Fi variant to have a 1.9GHz Exynos 5 Octa chip.

The Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition runs Android 4.3 and features the same premium finish found on the Galaxy Note 3. Moreover, there's improved S Pen input with Air Command, 3GB RAM, 10.1-inch display supporting a resolution of 2560×1600 pixels (WQXGA), 8 megapixel camera and 8220mAh battery.

Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition will sell in classic white for 946,000 won and 799,000 won for the LTE-A and Wi-Fi variants respectively.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Koreans get Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition

Report: Samsung ready to mass produce curved batteries

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 18:34

The Galaxy Note 3 comes with a 3,200mAh battery. The Galaxy Round, which has exactly the same specs as the Note 3 except for the lack of stylus support, comes with a 2,800mAh battery. Why? Well, because while the Galaxy Round is curved, its battery is flat and straight like standard batteries, only elongated so it can fit underneath the back cover. This is in stark contrast to LG – its curved smartphone, the G Flex, comes with a battery capacity of 3,500mAh, considerably more than the Round's, thanks to the use of a curved battery.

Now, Samsung might be ready to produce curved/warped batteries as well, according to the Korean media, which means we'll likely see a larger battery inside the company's second-generation curved smartphone. The Galaxy Round's curved display has already been said to be more than just a gimmick, and here's hoping the battery capacity isn't a negative point on the spec list of its successors.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Report: Samsung ready to mass produce curved batteries

AT&T giving free Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 with Galaxy S4, S4 Active, Note II, and Note 3

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 19:15

Does Samsung have too many unsold tablets lying around? That certainly seems to be the case, as after Woot, who's giving away numerous Galaxy Tabs on a discount, AT&T launched an offer as well – anyone who buys a Galaxy S4, S4 Active, Note II, or Note 3 on a new two-year contract this holiday season will get a free 7-inch Galaxy Tab 3. You'll be able to add the tablet to an existing Mobile Share plan for $10 more per month, or get a separate data plan if you choose.

The deal will be available both online and in retail stores, and kicks off from today itself. Hit the break for the press release from AT&T.

AT&T* today announced it is launching a pair of exclusive offers to kick off the holiday shopping season. Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 30, customers can receive a free 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 3 on a 2-year agreement, with the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S® 4, Samsung Galaxy S®4 Active™, Samsung Galaxy Note® 3, or a Samsung Galaxy Note® II with a two-year wireless agreement or AT&T Nextsm installment agreement.

Customers interested in receiving a free** Galaxy Tab 3 can take advantage of the offer by visiting any AT&T company-owned retail store or participating dealer (or soon, online at att.com), and purchasing one of 4 eligible Samsung Galaxy smartphones with a 2 year agreement or AT&T Nextsminstallment agreement and a Mobile Share voice and data plan, and activating a Mobile Share data plan for the Galaxy Tab 3. With an AT&T Mobile Share plan, customers can add the Galaxy Tab 3 to an existing Mobile Share plan for $10 more per month. And with Mobile Share, up to 10 devices can share data without needing to purchase separate plans for each one.***

Additionally, customers can come in and receive a minimum $100 AT&T Promotion Card when they trade in an eligible smartphone and purchase a smartphone with AT&T Nextsm. The promotion card can be used towards the purchase of a connected tablet, new accessories or a wireless service bill.**** Both offers are for a limited time only, ending Jan. 9, 2014 or while promotional supplies last. Promotion can change at any time.

"Now consumers who are trying to decide between a smartphone or a tablet don't have to compromise," said Eric Goldfeld, assistant vice president – Marketing Management, AT&T. "This is a fantastic offer for the holidays and we're making it easier than ever for customers to get the latest smartphone plus a free tablet."

AT&T recently launched AT&T Nextsm, a new program with a way to get a new device every year. Qualified customers can purchase a smartphone or tablet with no down payment and no activation fee.*****

AT&T has the fastest and now most reliable 4G LTE network.  According to AT&T's analysis of independent third-party data, AT&T has the highest success rate for delivering mobile content across nationwide 4G LTE networks, and its download speeds are the fastest.******  And AT&T was also named America's fastest 4G LTE network  in PC Magazine's 2013 Fastest Mobile Networks 30-market study – and also swept the top rankings in all six U.S. regions from coast to coast: Northeast, Southeast, North-Central, South-Central, Northwest and Southwest.

From the initial purchase to ongoing service interactions, AT&T is focused on providing an unparalleled customer experience.  AT&T was recently recognized with two significant achievements, outperforming competitors for customer service and wireless purchase experience.  J.D. Power awarded AT&T the "Highest Ranked Customer Service Performance Among Full-Service Wireless Providers" and "Highest Satisfaction with the Purchase Experience among Full Service Wireless Providers" in their 2013, Volume 2 studies.

 

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

** Activation/upgrade and early termination fees apply. Qual. svc req'd on both devices.

*** Mobile Share plan (min $30/month) req'd. Add'l mo. charge per device. If usage exceeds monthly data allowance, overage charges will apply automatically.

**** Promotional value cannot be used to reduce AT&T Nextsm installment pmts. Limit 1 promotional trade-in per AT&T Nextsm installment agmt.

***** AT&T Nextsm req's qual. credit and installment agreement.  Sales tax due at sale. Limit 2 financed devices per wireless acct.  New device after 1 yr req's min.12 mthly installment pmts plus trade-in of current device & qual. wireless svc plan.

****** Speed claim based on comparison of n'tl carriers' average 4G LTE download speeds. Reliability claim compares data transfer completion rates on nationwide 4G LTE networks. 4G LTE not available everywhere. LTE is a trademark of ETSI.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates – AT&T operating companies – are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest and most reliable 4G LTE network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV service with the AT&T U-verse® brand. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/aboutus or follow our news on Twitter at@ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att.

© 2013 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

4G LTE speed claim based on national carriers' average 4G LTE download speeds. Reliability claim based on data transfer completion rates on nationwide 4G LTE networks. 4G LTE availability varies.

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → AT&T giving free Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 with Galaxy S4, S4 Active, Note II, and Note 3

Galaxy S4 mini and Mega 6.3 coming to Sprint on Nov. 8, will support Sprint Spark LTE network

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 19:58

Sprint has announced that it will be launching the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini and Galaxy Mega 6.3 on November 8th, and that both devices will support the new Sprint Spark tri-band LTE network. Sprint Spark is an enhanced LTE network designed to achieve high data speeds, coverage, and throughput by combining three bands of 4G LTE wireless spectrum, and both Samsung devices will support this network, though the Galaxy Mega will get support via a software update post-launch.

The Galaxy Mega 6.3 will cost $199.99 on a two-year contract, and sports a 6.3-inch 720p display, dual-core Snapdragon 400 processor, 1.5GB of RAM, an 8-megapixel camera, and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. The Galaxy S4 mini will cost $99.99 and shares most of the specs of the Mega, though the screen is smaller at 4.3-inch (qHD resolution).

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Galaxy S4 mini and Mega 6.3 coming to Sprint on Nov. 8, will support Sprint Spark LTE network

Samsung powers Sprint’s TD-LTE network in the US

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 18:48

Samsung might not have been successful in its endeavors to incorporate proper LTE support in its Exynos series of mobile chipsets, but the Korean manufacturer is responsible for Sprint's newly launched TD-LTE network in the US, as confirmed in a press release today. Samsung Mobile will provide radio network infrastructure, as well as implementation services, to deliver faster and more efficient internet speeds to consumers.

"We are honored and proud that Sprint has selected Samsung Mobile to support the implementation of their 2.5GHz LTE-TDD network, following our previous award for the operator's LTE-FDD deployment. This is another proof point for the innovation that Samsung is bringing to the wireless network industry," said Myung-ho Jung, Vice President of Samsung Telecommunications America. The full press release can be found at the source link.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung powers Sprint’s TD-LTE network in the US

Galaxy S5 camera might not have optical image stabilization

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 18:07

Optical image stabilization (OIS) has become quite an important feature on smartphones these days, with manufacturers like Nokia, HTC, and LG having implemented it on their flagship devices' cameras. The Galaxy Note 3 was originally rumored to have OIS as well, and while that didn't pan out, the rumor mill started pointing towards the Galaxy S5 as being the first Samsung flagship that would have OIS (the Galaxy S4 Zoom already has it, but that's more of a camera than a smartphone).

However, a report by ETNews suggests that even the Galaxy S5′s camera might miss out on optical image stabilization, as Samsung's supply partners will be unable to manufacture enough components. For the amount of units that Samsung sells of each of its flagships, that isn't surprising, and the lack of OIS will be quite disappointing (especially if you go by how finicky and shaky the Galaxy Note 3 is when taking pictures, often resulting in blurry pictures).

Samsung has been reportedly looking at producing its own camera modules, and that might be the only way left for them if OIS is a feature they want to flaunt when unveiling their next flagship. Fingers crossed they find a solution in time, instead of making us wait till the Galaxy Note 4.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Galaxy S5 camera might not have optical image stabilization

Australian retailer Dick Smith selling Galaxy S4 in blue, pink, and purple

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 14:28

The Galaxy S4 is still a powerhouse of a smartphone, and the only Samsung flagship available that can easily fit in your pockets and give some semblance of ease of use with one hand. Now, folks in Australia looking to purchase the S4 and stand out a bit from those who already own one can head over to retailer Dick Smith Electronics, where the device is available in Arctic Blue, Purple Mirage and Pink Twilight, in addition to the standard White Frost and Black Mist colors.

Dick Smith is exclusively stocking these three colors, and the phone will cost you $698, a price that gets you a quad-core Snapdragon 600 processor, 2GB of RAM, a 5-inch 1080p Super AMOLED display, 13-megapixel camera, LTE connectivity, an IR remote sensor, and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, which is upgradeable to Android 4.3. Hit the source link or head to the nearest store to buy one for yourself.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Australian retailer Dick Smith selling Galaxy S4 in blue, pink, and purple

Sprint now rolling out Android 4.3 update for Galaxy S4

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 15:12

Verizon surprised everyone by becoming the first carrier to roll out the Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S4, and now Sprint is following in Verizon's footsteps – Galaxy S4 users on Sprint's network can now upgrade to the latest version of Android over the air, and get new features such as faster performance (thanks to TRIM support), Galaxy Gear support, improved camera firmware and features, KNOX functionality, and other minor improvements and tweaks.

The update is rather large at 537MB, so be sure you're on a Wi-Fi network before downloading (unless you're on an unlimited mobile data plan, in which case you have nothing to worry about). As always, the rollout is gradual so you might not see a notification for the update immediately, though you can keep checking regularly from the Settings » About phone » Software update menu.

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Sprint now rolling out Android 4.3 update for Galaxy S4

Woot.com offering discounts on various Samsung tablets, including Galaxy Note 8.0 and Nexus 10

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 14:46

Looking for an Android tablet from Samsung? If yes, then you might want to head over to Woot.com (an Amazon subsidiary), where you can grab a major discount on a couple of refurbished Samsung tablets in every display size. The list includes the Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 with Book Cover for $299.99, Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with keyboard and dock for $279.99, Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 for $129.99, Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 for $159.99 with Book Cover, and the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with Book Cover for $289.99.

There's also the Google Nexus 10, for those wanting a more stock Android experience sans all the features Samsung puts on top, available for $329.99 for the 32GB variant, a $170 discount on the official price. It's a nice little deal that's good until November 1st, though stocks are limited, so it would be better to hurry and place an order before these things fly off the shelves. Hit the source link for more details.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Woot.com offering discounts on various Samsung tablets, including Galaxy Note 8.0 and Nexus 10

Samsung ships 5 million Galaxy Note 3 in a month

Posted by kunalg on 30 October 2013 at 11:15

We know Samsung's latest flagship device – Galaxy Note 3 is doing good in the market and the number confirmed by JK Shin today resonates the fact. At a press briefing in Korea, JK Shin confirmed that they've managed to ship 5 million Galaxy Note 3s to sales channels, carriers etc. Samsung never confirms the actual consumer sales but this figure is also a good proof on the traction of the Galaxy Note 3.

Galaxy Note 3 builds on the success of previous two Galaxy Note devices, which took 5 months (Galaxy Note) and 2 months (Galaxy Note II) to reach the same 5 million shipment figure.

According to Shin, Galaxy Note 3 has seen a good market response compared to its predecessors that brings improved S Pen input along with the new Air Command feature.

Read our Galaxy Note 3 review here.

Source | Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung ships 5 million Galaxy Note 3 in a month

Samsung debuts commercial starring LeBron James during NBA opening night

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 30 October 2013 at 7:28

It was only earlier this week that we heard of Samsung entering a deal with the National Basketball Association, and the Korean manufacturer followed up by releasing an ad during the first quarter of the Miami Heat's season opener against the Chicago Bulls, starring four-time NBA MVP LeBron James.

The 2-minute video shows LeBron going through various activities and capturing the moments on Samsung devices like the new Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Note 10.1 – 2014 Edition, like hitting a golf ball into the water, video chatting with family, playing hoops in the driveway with his son, and working out with his teammates. It's a nice little commercial that is sure to give exposure to Samsung's already-over-marketed devices, and you can watch it in full right below.

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung debuts commercial starring LeBron James during NBA opening night

Report: Samsung Galaxy S5 to have 4GB of RAM along with 64-bit processor

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 18:20

More rumors are cropping up about the 64-bit Exynos processor that Samsung is expected to debut with the Galaxy S5. According to a new report by the Korean media, the 64-bit processor, the first of Samsung's Exynos 6 series of chipsets, will be accompanied by 4GB of RAM, making use of one of the biggest advantages of 64-bit processing support.

Samsung has already beaten other manufacturers by being the first to use 3GB of RAM (on the Galaxy Note 3), and 4GB of RAM would be the next logical step. Personally, I hope that the Galaxy S5 does have 4GB of RAM, as 3GB of RAM hasn't exactly provided the boost in multitasking I thought it would on the Note 3, all thanks to all the unnecessary stuff TouchWiz and Samsung's add-on features keep running in the background, so another gig of RAM would go a long way towards actually showing some advantages of having more memory than normal.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Report: Samsung Galaxy S5 to have 4GB of RAM along with 64-bit processor

Samsung launches new SDKs for its devices to attract developers

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 8:08

At its first global developer-centric conference in San Francisco, Samsung rolled out five software development kits to lure developers into making apps for its devices, in a move to create a robust ecosystem that enables developers to make use of Samsung's exclusive features. Leading the pack is a multiscreen SDK, which will allow users to share content across various Samsung devices such as mobiles, tablets, and televisions; also included is a multiscreen gaming engine developed in partnership with Unity Technologies that will allow gaming on any Samsung TV paired with a Samsung mobile or tablet.

Other SDKs include the Mobile SDK, which offers more precise S-Pen controls, new visual animations, seamless handwriting recognition, and a multi-window capability that lets you run multiple resizable apps simultaneously; the new Smart TV 5.0 SDK introduces features like close captioning support, broadcasting music to home entertainment systems, and also supports the aforementioned multiscreen functionality. Bringing up the rear is a KNOX SDK, which will allow developers to create apps that work well with Samsung's KNOX security container on mobile devices.

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung launches new SDKs for its devices to attract developers

Samsung’s 12.2-inch tablet visits Bluetooth SIG with Verizon branding, benchmark reveals specs

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 14:38

Samsung's often-rumored-but-not-that-anticipated 12.2-inch tablet seems to be inching closer and closer to launch – just a few days after the Wi-Fi model was certified by the Bluetooth SIG, an LTE model, SM-P905V has been given certification as well. The V at the end of the model number makes it more than likely that this is the Verizon model, hinting at Samsung wanting to make its first 12.2-inch tablet quite widely popular.

In a separate part of the world, the international LTE model (SM-P905) was benchmarked on the AnTuTu benchmark site, scoring a rather impressive 35,901 points, thanks to the Snapdragon 800 CPU. AnTuTu also lists other specs – 3GB of RAM, 2560×1600 display, 32GB internal storage, 8-megapixel rear camera, and Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, making it more or less a bigger Galaxy Note 10.1 – 2014 Edition. For all those looking forward to the rather large tablet form factor, here's hoping Samsung makes an announcement soon.

Via, 2 | Source, 2

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung’s 12.2-inch tablet visits Bluetooth SIG with Verizon branding, benchmark reveals specs

Curved screen on Samsung Galaxy Round not a gimmick, says DisplayMate

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 15:39

Ever since Samsung announced the Galaxy Round, the world's first smartphone with a curved 'flexible' display, almost everyone has written off the curved screen as a gimmick, saying it doesn't offer any advantage for the end-consumer. However, the folks over at DisplayMate, who are considered the experts on mobile displays and came away impressed with the Galaxy Note 3′s display, think the curved screen is actually more than a gimmick.

"There is widespread misunderstanding regarding curved displays. They aren't simply a marketing gimmick as has been widely reported," Raymond Soneira, president of DisplayMate Technologies. According to DisplayMate, the curved 5.7-inch OLED display on the Galaxy Round has multiple benefits, such reduced reflections and glossiness, and a visually striking experience thanks to the use of a plastic substrate for construction.

Here's a rundown on DisplayMate's findings:

• • Concave screen: The curvature on the Galaxy Round is fairly small — the left and right edges of the screen are just 2.66 mm (0.10 inch) higher than the center. "So the effect is subtle, but it's very important."
• • Improved screen privacy: Screen privacy is improved because the curvature makes it harder for other people to see the screen.
• • Lower reflectance: A curved screen cuts down on reflections. The curvature directs reflected ambient light "coming from behind away from the viewer's line of sight. This is very important because you want to minimize the amount of ambient light that is seen reflected off the screen." The screen also magnifies the size of objects reflecting off the screen which "substantially cuts down on the interference of light reflections."
• • Glossiness reduction: Flexible OLED displays are manufactured using a flexible plastic substrate, "so they don't have the glossy cover glass used on virtually all existing mobile displays." And without the cover glass, the OLED display appears to be right on the surface of the screen, which is "visually striking."

Of course, these advantages of the curved screen will extend to LG's G Flex as well, which LG launched as a competitor to the Galaxy Round a couple of days ago, and DisplayMate's conclusion should help hold the naysayers and detractors at bay. We're working on our review of the Galaxy Round, in which we'll be sure to let you know our own experience on the curved display.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Curved screen on Samsung Galaxy Round not a gimmick, says DisplayMate

AllTheNotifications Manager enables full content notifications for most apps on Galaxy Gear

Posted by MartinR on 29 October 2013 at 14:47

For a smartwatch that is supposed to be an extension of your smartphone and let you know of various notifications right on your wrist, the Galaxy Gear is surprisingly limited, with only text and email notifications showing the full text of the message. However, this is more a limitation of Samsung's notification service on the phone rather than the watch's, and to overcome this limitation, XDA forum member Sepiroth887 has released AllTheNotifications (ATN) Manager.

What ATN does is let you select which apps send a full notification to the Gear, so you can check out the entire content of a particular notification. It's as simple as it gets and works quite well in our own testing, though currently ATN Manager sends notifications to the watch even when we're using our Galaxy Note 3, which shouldn't happen; also, some apps don't work too well with ATN, though that will likely be fixed in future updates.

To use ATN Manager, you'll need Android 4.3 and a supported device, like the Galaxy Note 3, Note 10.1 – 2014 Edition, or the Galaxy S4, after which it's simply a matter of installing the app, launching it and then selecting the apps you want to get notifications for. Do not foget to give the app Notification acces in the security settings.

Hit the source link for the details, and make your Galaxy Gear much more useful than it currently is.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → AllTheNotifications Manager enables full content notifications for most apps on Galaxy Gear

Samsung selling 1 million mobile devices a day

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 8:21

Samsung is currently the largest manufacturer of Android devices in the world, that's not a secret. But how many smartphones and tablets are they actually selling each day? Well, according to Samsung executive vice president David Eun, the Korean company is selling a whopping 1 million devices every day, which equates to more than 350 million devices every year.

That's an impressive figure to say the least, and is likely helped by the fact that Samsung has multiple devices at each price point. Samsung's next step is to get these devices connected together, and the launch of multiple new developer SDKs should go a long way towards that goal.

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung selling 1 million mobile devices a day

International Galaxy Note 3 gets a stability update

Posted by kunalg on 29 October 2013 at 13:02

Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for its international Snapdragon 800 Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9005). The UDMJ6 is a stability update available to Galaxy Note 3 users over-the-air and it brings in some performance improvements including a confirmation on the Reactivation Lock feature which will now be turned off by default.

Reactivation Lock is a feature implemented by Samsung to thwart attempts for an unsolicited factory reset. In case, a factory reset happens from the Android recovery, the device detects and asks for the Samsung account details to proceed. It's a handy feature if you ask us and if you haven't activated, you can manually activate it by going to Settings > General > Security.

Some of the other improvements in the new software update include a paintjob for Samsung's stock keyboard and some fixes like reactivating one-handed windowed mode and direct pen input after starting Pebble's accessibility service.

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → International Galaxy Note 3 gets a stability update

Samsung grabs 35 percent share of 250 million total smartphone shipments in Q3 2013

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 10:09

According to a study released by Strategy Analysts, global smartphone shipments reached an all-time high in the third quarter this year, with more than 250 million devices shipped in what was a 45 percent increase over last year, and Samsung took the lead with a whopping 35 percent of the market share.

Samsung grew by 55 percent and shipped a record 88.4 million smartphones, more than double of Apple's 26 percent growth compared to the same quarter last year. "Samsung shipped over two times more smartphones than Apple during the quarter," Neil Mawston, Strategy Analytics executive director, said in a statement. "While shipments of the flagship Galaxy S4 model softened, solid demand for the new Note 3 phablet and for mass-market devices like the Galaxy Y helped to lift Samsung's volumes."

Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung grabs 35 percent share of 250 million total smartphone shipments in Q3 2013

Samsung Galaxy NX with AT&T LTE support visits the FCC

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 9:14

Samsung had announced back in August that the Galaxy NX, its Android-powered mirrorless camera, would be arriving in the U.S. in October, but it's a schedule that Samsung might not be able to meet as we approach the end of the month. However, it shouldn't be long before the camera becomes available, as it has recently visited the FCC seeking certification for being used on American carriers' networks.

This particular model comes with support for AT&T's LTE and HSPA bands, so AT&T should be at the forefront of carriers that will be making the Galaxy NX available for consumers. Again, since October will soon be coming to a close, we're unsure when North American folks will be able to get their hands on one, though we'll be sure to let you know whenever it becomes available.

Via | Source

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Samsung Galaxy NX with AT&T LTE support visits the FCC

Android 4.3 update for Verizon Galaxy S4 rolling out

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 29 October 2013 at 8:40

Well, in a rather surprising turn of events, Verizon has beaten other carriers and become the first to start rolling out the Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S4, as was expected when the update's details were made available just a few hours back on Samsung's website. In addition to inherent features of Android 4.3 (though there's no OpenGL 3.0, as the S4′s GPU doesn't support it on the hardware level), the update will add support for the Galaxy Gear, enable Band 4 LTE, update the Group Play app, improved Easy Mode, KNOX support, and a few other tweaks.

The update is available over-the-air right now, but in case you haven't received a notification yet, be sure to hit the Check now button in the Settings » About phone » Software update menu.

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → Android 4.3 update for Verizon Galaxy S4 rolling out

[Update: Fake] New Nexus 10 listing shows up on Play Store, reveals specs similar to Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition

Posted by Abhijeet M. on 28 October 2013 at 11:39

Update: According to PhoneArena, the original source of this info, the listing is a fake, as it was apparently sent to them by a tipster with a poor track record of accurate news.

While Google's original Samsung-made Nexus 10 tablet never caught on in the market, the search giant has still been working on a successor, with Android head Sundar Pichai revealing at Google I/O that an upgraded model was on its way. Now, it looks like the new Nexus 10 – 2013 Edition if you like – could be launching very soon, as it was briefly listed on the Google Play Store earlier today.

As expected, the specs are pretty similar to the Galaxy Note 10.1 – 2014 Edition, which in turn shared the original Nexus 10′s one defining feature – the incredibly sharp 2560×1600 display. That display is back in business on the new Nexus 10, and the tablet will also become the first Nexus and first non-Nexus device to sport 3GB of RAM. Other specs include a Snapdragon 800 processor (which indicates it will have LTE connectivity, or Samsung would have used its Exynos chip instead), 8-megapixel camera, 32GB internal storage, 9,500mAh battery, and Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box.

Of course, given how poor the 10-inch tablet ecosystem currently is on Android, with most apps simply being blown up versions of their phone counterparts, the new Nexus 10 will likely be a dud in the market as well. But for those that are interested, this accidental reveal of the device on the Play Store gives a pretty neat picture of what to expect from the new upgraded 10-inch Nexus.

Anyone excited for this thing?

Via

Related Posts:

Via sammobile.com

More about → [Update: Fake] New Nexus 10 listing shows up on Play Store, reveals specs similar to Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition