Despite a decision by Samsung to once again push out the launch its Tizen smartphones, Samsung and partner Intel have sent out press invitations to an event that will put the focus on the oft-delayed mobile operating system. It is set for February 23, the day before MWC 2014’s official start. The invitation promises “an exclusive sneak preview of the […]
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Samsung still unsure of date and time for Galaxy S5 announcement
A report earlier this week suggested that Samsung would return to MWC to unveil its Galaxy S5 flagship smartphone. It contradicted an earlier rumour that Samsung would again hold a dedicated Unpacked event, this time in mid-March in London. It now appears that the conflicting rumours may be due to the fact that Samsung is still unsure when to make […]
Samsung delays Tizen smartphone launch again
It appears that there has been another setback in Samsung’s plans to launch a Tizen smartphone. Following rumours that Samsung would host an event focused on Tizen ahead of MWC 2014, NTT DoCoMo, comes word that the launch has been delayed once more. Samsung had at one time hoped to launch its first Tizen smartphones in 2013. Since then, a […]
Samsung to unveil Galaxy S5 on February 23?
Samsung executive Lee Young Hee recently alluded to a March or April announcement for its Galaxy S5 flagship, dashing the hopes of many for an earlier announcement. Rumours followed up claiming that a dedicated global launch event would take place in mid-March. Now comes word via Twitter from Mobile-review’s Eldar Murtazin that the announcement will in fact take place on February […]
Samsung to update TouchWiz with card-based interface?
Recent images leaked by @evleaks suggest that Samsung may soon unveil a much revamped version of its TouchWiz interface that may adopt a new user interface that is reminiscent of Google Now’s card based interface albeit far richer in its use of images and colours. We got a taste of this new look with the Magazine UX that Samsung recently […]
Samsung drops plans for iris scanner in Galaxy S5?
Biometric security is quickly becoming a ubiquitous feature on flagship devices. The Apple iPhone 5S and HTC One Max are but two devices currently sporting a fingerprint scanner. In a bid to distinguish its upcoming Galaxy S5 flagship from the competition, Samsung had been considering an iris scanner but now appears to have opted instead for the more traditional fingerprint […]
Samsung readying the SCH-J003, another 5.5-inch smartphone?
Another day, another Samsung smartphone revealed by India’s Zauba shipment tracking database. Three separate entries show that Samsung has sent the SCH-J003 to its Indian R&D facility. As usual, the filings reveal very little about the devices themselves. All we can tell is that it will have a 5.5-inch display and that it will work with a single SIM card. […]
Samsung announces Galaxy Tab3 Lite (7″)
Following yesterday’s unofficial reveal, Samsung today formally unveiled the Galaxy Tab3 Lite (7″), its newest entry-level tablet. It promises to combine ” the intuitive experience of the Galaxy Tab3 series with a slimmer, more portable design.” Samsung Galaxy Tab3 Lite (7-inch) specifications: Processor: 1.2GHz dual-core Operating system: Google Android 4.2 Jelly Bean with Samsung TouchWiz Cellular connectivity (SM-T110): None Cellular […]