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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 Spotted On FCC Website Ahead Of Launch

Samsung is gearing up for the global launch of the Galaxy Z Flip 4. It will be releasing alongside the Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 Series. All three devices are expected to be revealed at the August Unpacked event with launch dates to be announced at the same event. Now, ahead of the release, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 has been spotted on the FCC’s(Federal Communications Commission) website in the US. The smartphone’s network, Wi-Fi details, and more has been revealed in the listing. We are going to have a look.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4: FCC Certification Details

On the FCC website, few the Galaxy Z Flip 4’s (model number SM-F721U) specs can be seen. The website confirms that the device will be supporting multiple global 4G and 5G bands. Other features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/n/ac/ax, GNSS, NFC, and wireless charging have been listed as well. he device was also used with a wireless charging pad during the certification process. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 will have its antenna on the left. These are the only features that have been confirmed by the site.

What We Know So Far

Back in may, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 was spotted on Geekbench. According to the listing, the device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, Adreno 730 GPU, Android 12 operating system, and 8GB of RAM. The Z Flip 4 will come with a 12 megapixel and 10 megapixel dual camera setup. As per reports, the front camera of the Z Flip 4 will be an under the display unit.

The display itself is speculated to be a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate. The outer display is expected to be a 2.1-inch AMOLED screen. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is expected to pack in a larger battery compared to the Z Flip 3, 3,700 mAh to 3,300 mAh. The device will support 25W fast charging compared to the 15W charging on the Z Flip 3. Expect the smartphone to launch with the Android 12 based OneUI 4.1 out of the box.

July 13, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra First Look
Samsung launched the Galaxy S21 series on 14th of January 2021. While the S21 will be a popular device all eyes are on the Galaxy S21 Ultra which apart from being a flagship, shows off what the company is not only capable of, but, also what direction it is heading in.

The Galaxy S21 Ultra starts at a price of Rs. 105999 for the 12 GB variant with 256GB storage and costs Rs. 116999 for the 16 GB variant with 512 GB storage. There are discounts however, during preorder a Rs. 6000 instant discount and Rs. 10000 discount using HDFC cards.

Unboxing Experience

The box of the Galaxy S21 Ultra resembles the iPhone 12 series boxes. Its a slim box and it is missing a charger. But the box is also missing earphones and the standard back protection case. Apart from the phone box has some documentation, the USB C to USB C cable and a sim tool .
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Documentation
- USB C – C Cable
- Sim Tool
Design and Build

Samsung has focused a lot on making the design of the Galaxy S21 series a lot more refined. The new color choices paired with the new Gorilla Glass Victus finishes allows for the “phantom” colors to have a leather like effect. The Phantom black is a matte black finished back panel that simulated a very soft letter like feel in the hand. The phone is durably built and has a IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Samsung had already done away with the headphone jack so all you see is a water sealed USB C port which is used for charging and data. The display has subtle curves on either side making the rather large and unwieldy Galaxy S21 Ultra comfortable to hold with side grip.

The camera bump is now a part of the frame and looks more natural. overall first impression from the design and build are good.

Display and Cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a massive 6.8 inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display which has a WQHD+ 3200 x 1440 px resolution. This gives the device a 515 ppi pixel density. The display also has a peak brightness of 1500 nits and is protected by the same Victus glass that is seen on the back of the phone. The display has an ever so slight curve that makes it look premium and also improves the viewing experience as it simulates an edgeless display.

120 Hz on the display has been a standard for a while but the Galaxy S21 Ultra is capable of that at maximum resolution. even though on Samsung’s adaptive refresh rate mode.

Samsung has included 4 cameras on the back of the S21 Ultra . The main 108MP camera which has an f/1.8 aperture. will shoot 12 MP shots in the auto mode. two telephoto cameras with 3x and 10x zoom allow for a more versatile zoom experience. while the 3x has an f/2.4 aperture the 10x has an f/4.9 aperture which means that low light performance will be abysmal on the 10x.

There is an ultra wide 12 MP sensor which has an f/2.2 aperture. The rear camera is also capable of 8K video 24fps and 4K video at 60fps. The S21 Ultra is also capable of slow motion video at 1080p at upto 240fps and at 720p at upto 960fps.

The front facing camera sits in the centre punch hole on the top of the display and is a 40 MP sensor with an f/2.2 Aperture and is capable of 4k video at upto 60fps.

Hardware and Performance

The Galaxy S21 Ultra will not disappoint with respect to performance. And even though India still gets the Exynos based devices. The Exynos 2100 is pretty well matched with the Snapdragon 888 chipset. Both are built on the 5 NM process and offer up an octave core CPU experience. However Samsung’s Exynos 2100 is clocked much higher with a 2.9 GHz top clock. The GPU lacks behind on the Samsung chip, but they are well matched for AI computation capabilities and ISP performance with the 888′ spectra 580 providing computational HDR video capabilities which the Galaxy S21 Ultra misses out on.

Benchmarks are up there and performance from the device for the couple of days we have tested is irrefutably smooth. However, the Exnos 2100 when pushed seems to be getting the top back corner of the Galaxy 21 Ultra uncomfortably hot. We are using a pre release device with pre release software. So the clocks may be adjusted for the final release.

Battery and Connectivity

The 5000mAh battery does justice to the phone. Samsung continues to include 25W charging as that seems to be sweet spot for battery charging speeds. No charger is included however, Samsung will happily sell you one for Rs. 2000.

The phone supports USB PD3 and wireless charging upto 15W. You can also reverse charge in case of emergencies for upto 4.5W.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Series is 5G capable whether you get the Snapdragon 888 or the Exynos 2100 variant. Both have Sub 6 and mmWave 5G bands. However, India is yet to fully roll out 5G for the next year or so and by that time S22 series will be out.

The phone has 2 sim slots and no microSD expansion. Bluetooth 5.2 along with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO for location mapping. The fingerprint sensor is located under the display and is an ultrasonic sensor which makes for super quick unlocks.

If you are a business user the Galaxy S21 Ultra also offers Samsung DeXand Samsung Wireless DeX for on the go productivity.

Samsung seems to have ticked all the right boxes, however our testing has just begun and if first impressions are something to go by, The Galaxy S21 Ultra will be tough competitor for upcoming phones of 2021.
January 16, 2021
Samsung Galaxy A10s Launched In India Starting Rs. 9,499

Earlier this year, Samsung introduced the rehashed Galaxy A series of smartphones. These devices, unlike previous in the lineup, promised better value for money by offering competitive specifications at a lucrative price. The company has today added another handset in the lineup by launching the Galaxy A10s in the Indian market. It is the successor to the Galaxy A10 launched earlier this year and promises better optical performance and some other added features.

Galaxy A10s

The Samsung Galaxy A10s measures 156.9 x 75.8 x 7.8mm and weighs 168g. Like its predecessor, the smartphone features a polycarbonate body with a glossy coloured back. It has a 6.2 inch TFT display with a resolution of 1520 x 720 px. To maximise the screen real estate, it also has an Infinity V style notch on the top of the display, just like the Galaxy A10. For biometrics and rapidly accessing the handset, a fingerprint scanner is present on the rear along with the support for face unlock. The addition of the fingerprint scanner is a newly added feature, as it was not present on the previous generation of the Galaxy A10s.

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy A10s is kitted with an unknown Exynos SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and an unnamed GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a dual rear camera setup, which is an upgrade from the single rear camera found on its predecessor. The primary lens is an f/1.8 aperture equipped 13MP sensor; which is combined with an f/2.4 aperture equipped 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 8MP camera is present on the notch on top of the display. The handset will ship with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage, the latter of which is expandable via microSD cards of up to 512GB in capacity.

One of the major upgrades in the Galaxy A10s over the Galaxy A10 in the battery size. The latest smartphone is powered by a 4000 mAh battery, a significant bump of 600 mAh over the previous handset. The device runs on the latest Android 9 Pie which is skinned with Samsung’s OneUI on top. It will be available in three colour variants, namely Black, Green and Black.

Pricing & Availability

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The Samsung Galaxy A10s has been priced starting Rs. 9,499 for the variant with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. The variant with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard memory will cost Rs. 10,499. It will go on sale starting tomorrow, August 28 from major retail outlets, Samsung Opera House and all major e-commerce websites.

August 27, 2019
Samsung Galaxy M30s To Launch Next Month In India With 48MP Triple Cameras

Samsung introduced the Galaxy M series of smartphones back in the month of January. It is a lineup of online-only devices ranging from the budget to the mid-range segment. A while ago, it was revealed that a new handset, allegedly called the Galaxy M30s is in the works and will be announced in India soon. This will be an upgraded version of the Galaxy M30 and will be a mid-range smartphone. While details about the device were scarce since the past few weeks, a new report reveals that the Galaxy M30s will be launched next month in the country.

Samsung Galaxy M30s

Galaxy M30

The latest report arrives via IANS, a reputed independent news agency. It has been revealed that the Samsung Galaxy M30s is ready for primetime and will be unveiled next month in India. Unfortunately, an exact date is not mentioned but it may be in the second half of September. The report also mentions that the upcoming Samsung handset will sport a triple camera setup, out of which the primary camera will be a 48MP sensor. This will be an upgrade over the optical setup found on its predecessor, which also has a triple camera setup, but a 13MP primary sensor.

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The previous leaks about the Samsung Galaxy M30s reveal it will be available in three colour options, namely Black, Blue and White. The smartphone may be kitted with the Exynos 9610 SoC like the Galaxy A50, according to another leak in the past. Unfortunately, more details about the handset are not known yet. However, it is expected to be priced in the same, sub Rs. 20,000 price bracket when launched in India. Whatever may be the case though, as the launch seems to be just around the corner, we might not have to wait long to find out.

August 26, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Fold Up For Pre Registrations In China, To Launch Next Month

Korean technology behemoth Samsung announced its first foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Fold back in the month of February. However, just before the device’s official launch which was scheduled for April, review units of the handsets started breaking. The company then had to recall all the smartphones and postponed the release indefinitely. Samsung then announced last month that the problems plaguing the device have been fixed and it will finally be released in September. Now, the claims seem to be rightly addressed as the ambitious foldable handset is up for pre-registration in China.

Samsung Galaxy Fold

The aforementioned news arrives after Samsung has started taking pre-registration for the Galaxy Fold on its official Chinese website. There is no shipping date mentioned, so nothing can be said on when the smartphone will start making its way into the market. The pricing for the device remains the same as announced, US$ 1980 (INR 1,36,500), so no changes there. Whatever said, it seems like the company is confident on the device and rightfully so, as in its last press release Samsung listed out all the changes it has made to make sure the Galaxy Fold is durable; and can stand the test of time in the real world.

According to Samsung, the Galaxy Fold has passed through some design and construction improvements to be certified for a relaunch. These improvements include the extension of the top protective layer of the inside display. The new layer now makes it apparent that it is an integral part of the display and should not be removed.

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The updates to the foldable smartphone also include additional reinforcements to further protect it from external particles while maintaining its folding mechanism. Along with the aforementioned changes, the handset will also feature protection caps on the top and bottom of the hinge area; while also reducing the space between the hinge and the body of the device. If Samsung goes forward with the September release of the Galaxy Fold, it would rival the spotlight Apple’s next iPhones will get which are also due in a couple of weeks. Whatever be the case, we will not have to wait too long to find out.

August 26, 2019

Eight Samsung Galaxy A Smartphones Set To Receive Significant Camera Update

In the month of February, the Korean electronics giant, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A10 which is the first smartphone in the revamped Galaxy A lineup. Since then, the company has launched a multitude of other smartphones in this lineup such as the Galaxy A30, the Galaxy A50, and the Galaxy A70.

Due to their competitive pricing and up to date features, the handsets have registered worthwhile sales figures for the company. It was previously reported that the company is planning to overhaul it existing lineup of Samsung Galaxy A smartphones and a leaked road map reveals, that the future handsets in this series will have a focus on photography.

According to the source, the details of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy smartphones are as follows:

Device Name	Rear Camera Setup Composition
Galaxy A21	13MP (Main) + 8MP (Wide) + 5MP (Depth)
Galaxy A31	16MP (Main) + 8MP (Wide) + 5MP (Depth)
Galaxy A41	24MP (Main) + 8MP (Wide) + 5MP (Depth)
Galaxy A51	32MP (Main) + 12MP (Wide) + 12MP (Telephoto) 2x Optical + 5MP (Depth)
Galaxy A61	48MP (Main) + 8MP (Wide) + 10MP (Telephoto) 2x Optical + 5MP (Depth)
Galaxy A71	48MP (Main) + 12MP (Wide) + 12MP (Telephoto) 2x Optical + ToF
Galaxy A81	64MP (Main) + 16MP (Wide) + 12MP (Telephoto) 2x or 5x Optical + ToF
Galaxy A91	108MP (Main) + 16MP (Wide) + 12MP (Telephoto) 5x Optical + ToF

In an effort to maintain simplicity of the name scheming, Samsung has made a chronological increment for all Galaxy smarpthones of 2020.

Except for the Samsung Galaxy A 91, the predecessors of all the smartphones listed above have already been launched. In comparison to the original handsets, Samsung will equip all future smartphones with one additional sensor. For reference, the Galaxy A20, A30 and A40 have two sensors while the A50, A60, A70 and A80 have three sensors.

Talking about the Galaxy A90, it is expected to launch soon, as several leaks (1,2) concerning the device have been uncovered in the recent past.

In addition to improved photography capabilities, Samsung is also assumed to upgrade the innards of future Galaxy A smartphones which includes improved chipsets and refreshed design.

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Although the product strategy and leaked road map seem real, we will have to wait patiently until Samsung speaks aloud about the successors of the original Galaxy A smartphones from the year 2019. As previously mentioned, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A handsets will be launched in the year 2020.

August 16, 2019

Samsung Galaxy M90 To Soon Launch In India

In January of 2019, Samsung introduced its new Galaxy M series range of smartphones. The main focus of this lineup was to regain its lost market share in India’s highly competitive budget segment. Currently, the affordable segment has the most selling units for any company and is dominated by the likes of Xiaomi. Now, the South Korean giant is reportedly launching the Galaxy M90 in Q4 of 2019 to keep its lineup robust during holiday seasons as well.

Samsung Galaxy M40

Rumoured Specifications

Previously, Samsung had launched the Galaxy M40 in June which was its most expensive iteration yet. The smartphone features the Snapdragon 675 SoC and is the most powerful entry in the series. Going by the name scheming, it can be assumed that the Galaxy M90 will be the apex predator in this lineup which may feature Snapdragon 730 SoC. The same chipset is also found in the Galaxy A80.

Samsung Galaxy A80

Furthermore, Samsung Galaxy M90 is expected to feature a bigger display, larger battery and larger storage options in comparison to existing M series smartphones. It is also believed to feature a triple of quad-camera setup on the rear. Samsung is known for its Android 9 Pie based One UI and the M90 will likely feature the same. Notably, Android Q is just around the corner and the device will probably receive an update a couple of months post its launch to One UI 2.

Samsung Galaxy M30

Diwali Launch

According to the report, Galaxy M90 will arrive in multiple variants including SM-M905F. It is also confirmed to be internally codenamed as R6. Unfortunately, the exact specifications of the device are still a mystery, although, its launch is expected to happen around Diwali. It implies that the Samsung handset may arrive just prior to the end of November.

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Samsung needs to make an impressive impact with the Galaxy M90 to stay competitively viable in this segment. It will need to price the device accordingly as well considering Xiaomi has just launched its Redmi K20 series. Xiaomi generally drops prices for its smartphone during holiday sales as well, so Samsung should be wary of its pricing. Conclusively, it remains to be seen if Samsung introduces a well featured-packed phone or a really affordable one to stay relevant.

August 10, 2019
Samsung Galaxy A70s Spotted On Geekbench
In the month of April, Samsung launched the Galaxy A70 in India that features a massive 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display. Samsung has registered a fair share of success with the handset and would like to continue to streak with an enhanced variant.

An unreleased Samsung smartphone with model number ‘SM-A707F’ has been spotted on popular benchmarking website Geekbench which is alleged to be the Galaxy A70s. For reference, the original handset has the model number ‘SM-A705’ and it matches the upcoming device from the Korean electronics giant.

Samsung Galaxy A70s Geekbench

According to the listing, the Samsung Galaxy A70s secures a single-core score of 2365 and a multi-core score fo 6372. The scores are similar to the original handset and are comparable with other devices like the Redmi Note 7 Pro.

The smartphone features the ‘sm6150’ chipset which is the code name for the Snapdragon 675. Therefore, the upcoming Galaxy A70s will retain the same processor as the original device. Besides, it also has 6 GB of RAM which is already offered with the Galaxy A70.

Although, the listing exhibits hardly any difference in the upcoming device. The key highlighting change the Galaxy A70s is expected to have is in the camera department. The device is reported to feature a 64 MP camera.

It is assumed that the upcoming Galaxy device will incorporate the company’s in-house developed ISOCELL GW1 that utilises pixel binning technology to combine image data from four pixels.

Besides Samsung, Xiaomi and Realme are also developing smartphones with the same sensor which are expected to launch soon. Both these smartphones will have a quad rear camera setup which, out of which, the primary sensor will be the 64 MP ISOCELL GW1.

Unfortunately, the Geekbench listing does not reveal any other specifications of the Galaxy A70s. Nonetheless, they are expected to be same as its preceding device. Specifications of that handset are as follows:
- Screen: 6.7 inch, Super AMOLED, Full HD Resolution
- Security: In-Display Fingerprint Sensor
- Rear Camera: 32 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP
- Front Camera: 32 MP
- Battery: 4,500 mAh, 25 W fast charging
- Chipset: Snapdragon 675
- CPU: Octa-Core
- GPU: Adreno 612
All in all, the Galaxy A70 was an impressive device and the 64 MP sensor will be welcoming addition to the upcoming A70s.

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We believe the price of the original handset is a little steep at Rs 28,990. If Samsung is able to price the upcoming smartphone aggressively, it will steer right ahead of its competition.

In order to get precise details about the upcoming Galaxy smartphone, we will have to wait until Samsung officially launches it.
August 9, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 India Pre Bookings Are Now Live

On the 7th of August, Samsung held the Galaxy Unpacked event in New York where it unveiled the Galaxy Note 10 lineup of flagship smartphones. At the launch event, the company did not reveal any India specific launch details.

Surprisingly, hours after the launch, Samsung has listed the Note 10 smartphone duo on its India website and interested buyers can now pre-book them. Talking about their delivery, Samsung will commence shipping of pre-booked units from the 23rd of August.

Besides users who pre-book the Galaxy Note 10 or Note 10+ get a special offer to buy the Galaxy Watch Active at a discounted price of Rs 9,990. Without an offer, the smartwatch retails for Rs 19,990 which is twice as much.

The price for the different variants of the newly launched Samsung flagships are as follows:

Colours

Price & Storage

Samsung Galaxy Note 10

Aura Glow

Aura Black

Aura Red

8 GB + 256 GB: Rs 69,999

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

Aura White

Aura Black

Aura Glow

12 GB + 256 GB: Rs 79,999

12 GB + 512 GB: Rs 89,999

Praiseworthy, Samsung has managed to keep the pricing of the smartphones in India identical to the US. For reference the Note 10 start at Rs US $ 949 (around Rs 67,500 ) while the Note 10+ starts at US $1,099 (around Rs 78,000 ).

Listed below are the features and specifications of the Galaxy Note 10 duo.

Galaxy Note 10

Galaxy Note 10+

Display

6.3 inch

Dynamic AMOLED

2280 x 1080 px

Punch Hole

6.8 inch

Dynamic AMOLED

3040 x 1430 px

Punch Hole

Front Camera

10 MP

f/2.2

10 MP

f/2.2

Rear Camera

16MP Ultrawide f/2.2

Wide Angle 12 MP f/1.5-f/2.4

Telephoto 12 MP f/2.1

16MP Ultrawide f/2.2

Wide Angle 12 MP f/1.5-f/2.4

Telephoto 12 MP f/2.1, OIS

ToF (Time Of Flight)

Battery

3500 mAh

25 W Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Reverse Wireless Charging

4300 mAh

45 W Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Reverse Wireless Charging

Chipset

Exynos 9825

Octa Core CPU

Mali-G76 MP12 GPU

Exynos 9825

Octa Core CPU

Mali-G76 MP12 GPU

Security

Ultra Sonic Fingerprint Sensor

Face Unlock

Pattern Unlock

Ultra Sonic Fingerprint Sensor

Face Unlock

Pattern Unlock

Readers who are interested in checking detailed features of the Note 10 can do so by clicking here.

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For users who plan to buy the latest and greatest smartphone from Samsung, this could be the right time as they also get an option to buy the Galaxy Watch Active at a heavily discounted price.

August 8, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lineup Launched

The wait is finally over. Samsung has officially lifted covers from the highly anticipated Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+. Besides the company has also unveiled 5G variants of both devices, that have heterogenous specifications to the standard variant.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 S Pen — Samsung Galaxy Note 10

Falling in line with chronological name scheming, the newly launched Galaxy Note duo succeeds the Galaxy Note 9 from the year 2019. In comparison to its predecessor, the handsets are a significant step up both in terms of design and features.

The two Galaxy Note 10 smartphones have similar specifications with the key differences being the screen size, battery capacity, rear camera setup and storage size.

Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+

Both the flagship-grade Samsung smartphones feature a Dynamic AMOLED display with a punch-hole selfie camera and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor as seen on the Galaxy S10 lineup.

The Galaxy Note 10 sports a 6.3-inch display that has a full HD resolution of 2280 x 1080 px whereas the Galaxy Note 10+ has a 6.8-inch display that has Quad HD resolution of 3,040 x 1,440 px.

Under the hood, both the smartphones pack the Qualcomm made Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7 nm fabrication process. The chipset consists of an Octa-Core CPU along with the Adreno 640 GPU. Equally important, the eight CPU cores a divided into three clusters which provides the best of battery and performance. The clusters are as follows:

1x 2.8 GHz Kryo 485
3x 2.4 GHz Kryo 485
4x 1.7 GHz Kryo 485

For photography, the Galaxy Note 10 duo has a 10 MP front-facing selfie camera which is placed in the previously mentioned punch hole. The rear camera setup on the two smartphones consists of a 12 MP telephoto sensor, 12 MP wide-angle and 16 MP ultra-wide sensor. In addition, the Galaxy Note 10+ also has a ToF (Time Of Flight) sensor which is used for capturing depth information.

Talking about the battery, the Galaxy Note 10 has a 3500 mAh battery while the Note 10+ has a 4300 mAh battery. Both the devices, also support fast charging, though the former supports 25 W charging whereas the latter supports 45 W charging which is implemented for the first time by Samsung. They also support wireless charging and reverse wireless charging.

Like OnePlus 7 Pro and iPhone XS, Samsung has also done away with the 3.5 mm headphone jack on the10th Gen Note smartphones. Though, in order to compensate for the removal of the port, the devices are shipped with a USB c to 3.5 mm adapter in addition to a pair of AKG tuned earphones.

One of the key highlighting features of the Galaxy Note 10 lineup is the all new S-Pen which supports air gestures. As the name suggests, the S-Pen can be used to control several functions by like controlling the camera shutter, zoom in or out and switching between applications by executing certain gestures in the air.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ Price, Colours, Storage And Availability

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Both the smartphones are offered in three colours which include Aura Black, Aura White, Aura Glow. Additionally, the Note 10+ will also be available in Aura Blue colour which will be exclusive to Best Buy and Samsung.com.

The price for different variants of the Galaxy smartphones are as follows:

Device Name	Storage
Galaxy Note 10	8 GB + 256 GB: US $ 949 (around Rs 67,500 )
Galaxy Note 10 5G	8 GB + 256 GB: US $ 1049 (around Rs 74,500 )
Galaxy Note 10+	12 GB + 256 GB:US $1,099 (around Rs 78,000 ) 12 GB + 512 GB: US $1,199 (around Rs 85,000)
Galaxy Note 10+ 5G	12 GB + 256 GB:US $1,299 (around Rs 92,000) 12 GB + 512 GB: US $1,399 (around Rs 99,000)

The smartphones are currently available for pre-booking in the US and the deliveries will commence from the 23rd of August. Although Samsung has not yet revealed the India specific launch date of Note 10, they were previously reported to launch on the 20th of August.

August 8, 2019

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Launched

Korean electronics giant, Samsung is on a launch spree. Earlier this month, it launched the Galaxy Tab S6 which is a flagship-grade Android tablet. On the 7th of August, it will unveil the highly anticipated Galaxy Note 10 lineup which might be accompanied with the Galaxy Book S, a windows laptop.

Apart from the said launches, on the 5th of August, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch Active 2 which competes with the likes of the Apple Watch. As the name suggests, it succeeds the original Galaxy Watch Active which was launched earlier this year.

Talking about key differences, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 is offered in two different screen sizes whereas the original device was offered in a single variant. It boasts of a bigger battery and has better connectivity options. However, to embrace all the additions, its side profile or depth has been increased from 10.5 mm to 10.9 mm.

Galaxy Watch Active 2 Design and Features

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Silcion Strap

In terms of design, the newly launched smartwatch is reminiscent of its predecessor with a circular screen on the front and interchangeable straps which the user can purchase separately.

Speaking of screen size, users can choose between 1.2 inch or a 1.4 inch display. Regardless of the display size, both variants use a Super AMOLED display that has a resolution of 360 x 360 px.

To safeguard the display against scratches, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass DX+. Moreover, the smart wearable is IP68 rated and certified 5 ATM underwater. In simpler words, it can be submerged upto 50 metres in depth for 10 minutes.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Front — Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2

While the original Watch Active had an aluminium case, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 is offered in either aluminium or stainless steel option which varies with screen size.

The right side of the smartwatch has two buttons which can be used to control its different functionalities. Besides, the edge around its display is touch-sensitive and can be used to navigate through menus and different applications.

Under the hood, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 features the dual-core Exynos 9110 SoC and has 4 GB of inbuilt storage. In terms of volatile memory, the Wi-Fi version has 768 MB of RAM while the LTE variant has 1.5 GB of RAM.

Living upto the “Active” suffix, the smartwatch offers several features that are targeted towards the overall well being of the wearer. Like the original Watch Active, the latest offering from Samsung supports HRM (Heart Rate Monitoring). However, the new watch has twice the number of LED sensors.

Similar to the original device, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 also supports features like step counting, sleep tracking and total distance travelled. All the data gathered by the smart wearable can be synced on the Samsung Health App which can also be reviewed later.

Besides, it also has an improved accelerometer which can measure upto 32G’s of force. In comparison, its predecessor could only measure upto 16G.

As previously mentioned, the battery on the Galaxy Watch 2 has been bumped up in contrast to its preceding device. It features either a 247 mAh or 340 mAh, depending upon the display size, which is larger than 240 mAh on the last-gen wearable.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Vs Watch Active 1

	Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2	Samsung Galaxy Watch Active
Display size	1.2 inch/1.4 inch	1.1 inch
Body size	40mm: 40 x 40 x 10.9 mm 44mm: 44 x 44 x 10.9 mm	40mm: 39.5 x 39.5 x 10.5 mm
Resolution	360 x 360 pixels	360 x 360 pixels
Touchscreen	40mm: 1.2 inch Super AMOLED display 44mm: 1.4 inch Super AMOLED display	1.1 inch Super AMOLED
Wireless interface	Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, NFC, LTE	Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, GPS, NFC
Depth	10.9mm	10.5mm
Accelerometer	Yes	Yes
Gyroscope	Yes	Yes
Ambient light sensor	Yes	Yes
Heart rate sensor	Yes	Yes
Barometer	Yes	Yes
GPS	Yes	Yes
Water-resistant	Yes	Yes
Battery life	247mAh/340mAh	230mAh
Price	From $280	From $200

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All in all, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor due to the introduction of features like LTE and bigger sized display.

The wearable is currently available for purchase in the US, however, its specific launch details are yet to be publicised. Nonetheless, it is expected to launch in the country in the coming months.

What are your thoughts on the latest and greatest wearable from Samsung? Let us know in the comments below.

August 6, 2019

This Is What The Samsung Galaxy Book S Looks Like

Late last month, Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab S6 which is a flagship-grade Android Tablet. Noteworthy, the device also supports detachable keyboard which allows it to be used as a conventional laptop.

After unveiling the hybrid device, Samsung will reportedly launch the Galaxy Book S which is full-fledged laptop running Windows operating system rather than a convertible.

The image renders of the Galaxy Book S have made their way to the internet which is detailed enough to reveal its key physical aspects.

According to the leaked images, the Samsung Galaxy Books S has a narrow form factor which is similar to the Apple MacBook and Microsoft Surface laptop.

The laptop features a large screen display that is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides. Besides, the bezel below the display also houses the company branding.

Talking about the keyboard, the upcoming laptop form Samsung seems to have a well-spaced chiclet-style keyboard which will provide for a comfortable typing experience.

It also features a large trackpad which is likely to support multi-touch gestures like pinch to zoom, two-finger scroll and swipe to change workspace.

Talking about the ports, the left side of the Samsung Galaxy Book S houses a 3.5 mm audio jack and a USB Type C which will be used for charging, data transfer and even display out.

Unfortunately, the source has not revealed any specifications of the upcoming laptop from Samsung. Nonetheless, a device with the same name was previously spotted on Geekbench which revealed a couple of its specs.

The Geekbench listing exhibits that the laptop is kitted with an Octa-core CPU that has a frequency of 2.84 GHz. Even though, the listing does not reveal the processor name, going by its clock speed it is speculated to be the Snapdragon 855 which is found on devices like the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Galaxy Tab S6.

Surprisingly, we haven’t seen any laptops running on the flagship chipset from Qualcomm and Samsung’s offering might be the first one to have it.

Apart from the SoC details, the Geekbench listing also reveals that the device will be equipped with 8 GB of RAM.

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The Samsung Galaxy Book S is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Note 10 lineup which will be unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked. The said event will take place in New York and is scheduled for the 7th of August.

In order to verify the leaks and claims as the expected launch date is approaching fast.

August 3, 2019

India Bound Storage And Colour Variants Of The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Leak

South Korean smartphone maker, Samsung will soon launch the Galaxy Note 10 and the Galaxy Note 10 Plus which are high-end smartphones. Key specs of both the handsets have leaked via several reliable sources.

Freshly, another piece of news about the Note 10 lineup has been revealed which discloses the colour and storage variants of the smartphone in India.

According to the source, both the Galaxy smartphones will be available in two storage variants. However, in terms of colours, the former will be available in four options while the latter will be available in three options. For easier reference, the different variants are listed below:

Device Name

Variant

Samsung Galaxy Note 10

Aura Black: 256 GB

Aura Red: 256 GB

Aura Glow: 256 GB

Aura White: 512 GB

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus

Aura Black: 512 GB/ 1 TB

Aura Glow: 512 GB/ 1 TB

Aura White: 1 TB

To recall some of its features, both the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Plus will have an edge-to-edge display with a centre-mounted punch hole camera. In terms of display size, the former will have a 6.3 inch AMOLED display while the latter will have a 6.5 inch display.

Under the hood, the device will either be kitted with the Snapdragon 855 or the Exynos 9825 which will vary depending upon the region those units they are sold in.

For photography, the Galaxy Note 10 will have a triple rear camera setup while the Note 10 Plus will have a quad camera setup.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 — Galaxy Note 10 Green Colour

Moreover, the upcoming smartphones are reported to support 45 W fast charging and will be powered by a 3600 mAh ad 4300 mAh battery in respective order.

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Also new with the Galaxy Note 10, Samsung will introduce an upgraded S-Pen which will support air gestures as seen on the newly launched Galaxy Tab S6. Readers who want to see detailed specs of the upcoming smartphones can do so by clicking here.

To sum it up, all the leaks and claims about the flagship Samsung devices will be cleared on the 7th of August, which is their official launch date.

August 2, 2019

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Gains Wi-Fi Certification, Expected To Launch Soon

Reports in the past have claimed the Samsung is working on a 5G smartphone that will carry the SM-A908 model number. As the name suggests, it will be a part of the Galaxy A lineup and it will most likely be referred to as the Galaxy A90.

On the 1st of August, a smartphone with a similar model number was spotted on the Wi-Fi.org website which further strengthens the claims of Galaxy A90’s existence. Intriguingly, the model found in the listing also has a ‘b’ suffix which suggests that the device will be launched in both a 5G and a 4G variant.

The listing also reveals that SM-A908b aka the Galaxy A90 5G runs on the Android 9.0 Pie which is destined to be skinned with Samsung’s OneUI interface. Even though the Wi-Fi.org listing does not reveal any other features of the device, they can be derived from past leaks.

Correspondingly, the smartphone is reported to be equipped with the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is a flagship-grade chipset. It is manufactured using a 7 nm fabrication process and consists of an Octa-Core CPU along with the Adreno 640 GPU.

Samsung Galaxy A70

Besides, a Samsung made smartphone battery was previously leaked with model number “EB-BA908ABY” which is believed to power the Galaxy A90. The battery has a capacity of 4,500 mAh and is heterogenous to one found on the 5G variant of the Galaxy S10.

For photography, the Galaxy A90 is reported to feature a 32 MP front camera and a multi rear camera setup out of which the primary sensor will have 48 MP resolution.

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Like the Samsung Galaxy A80 and the Galaxy A70, it is expected to have a 6.7 inch Super AMOLED display.

To sum it up, we will have to wait for an official announcement, in order to receive concrete information about the Galaxy A90 with 5G connectivity.

August 1, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Launched, Snapdragon 855 and Super AMOLED Display In Tow
After much anticipation and numerous leaks, Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Tab S6 in the US. Unlike what the chronology suggests, it is a true successor to the Galaxy Tab S4 which was launched in the year 2018. Even though Samsung had also launched the Galaxy Tab S5e earlier this year, it cannot be deemed the predecessor to the Tab S6, as the former is a mid-range device, whereas the latter packs flagship-grade specifications.

Moving ahead, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor both in terms of build materials and features. It is shipped with an all new S Pen and the company has also introduced a new detachable two-piece keyboard (sold separately) that has a trackpad built-in which provides for a laptop-like experience.

It is aimed towards people who consume a lot of digital media, play mobile games and are looking for a device that can handle productivity apps like Office Suite and email with ease.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Design and Features

To begin with, the Galaxy Tab S6 draws a lot of inspiration from the iPad Pro as it features slim bezels on all sides of the display and it also has an aluminium back which is unlike its predecessor that has a glass back. Nonetheless, it is a tried and tested design that is both functional and looks pleasing to the eye.

On the front of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 sits a 10.5 inch Super AMOLED display that has a pixel density of 2560 x 1600 px. Besides, the display also features an in-display fingerprint sensor. However, unlike the Galaxy S10 lineup, the tablet has an optical fingerprint sensor and not an ultrasonic sensor.

As previously mentioned, the rear of the Galaxy Tab S6 has an aluminium back which houses a dual-camera setup, company branding, AKG logo and an indentation that holds the S-Pen firmly with the help of magnets. While in a resting position, the built-in battery of the S-Pen gets topped up and stays ready for use.

Under the hood, it features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which features an Octa-Core chipset and the Adreno 640 GPU. To provide the best of battery backup and performance, the eight cores are device into three separate clusters which are listed below:
- 1x 2.8 GHz Kryo 485
- 3x 2.4 GHz Kryo 485
- 4x 1.7 GHz Kryo 485
For photography, the Galaxy Tab S6 features a dual rear camera setup which consists of a 13 MP + 5 MP camera. In addition, it also has an 8 MP front-facing selfie camera which is placed in the bezel above the display. Noteworthy, it can also record 4K video at 30fps from the rear camera. While the details about video capturing capability from the front camera are currently unavailable.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is powered by a 7,040 mAh battery which is a slight downgrade from the powerhouse found on the Galaxy Tab S4 that had a 7,300 mAh battery. Samsung claims a battery backup of upto 15 hours which will depend upon the kind of usage.

Other notable features of the Samsung tablet include side-firing quad speakers that support Dolby Atmos which provides for an immersive audio experience. The device also has dual microphones for making video calls or recording audio.

Talking more about the two-piece cover of the Galaxy Tab S6, the rear piece snugly fits on the back which also has a kickstand that can be adjusted to the angle of user’s choice. The keyboard also gets a couple of new additions and it now includes the previously mentioned multi-touch trackpad and dedicated function key to launch different applications or toggling DeX Mode.

Speaking of DeX mode, it offers what it is actually the acronym for, “Desktop Experience”. With the help of built-in USB C port, the screen can be mirrored to an external display or the device itself that mimics a conventional notebook computer experience with a mouse pointer.

To further enhance the Gaming prowess on the Galaxy Tab S6, Samsung has equipped the OS with Game Booster which as the name suggests provides the best possible gaming experience. The feature functions by minimising background process and smartly allocating the available resources to run the game. Also, this mode can be used to block any incoming calls while playing a game. Unfortunately, Samsung has done away with the 3.5 mm audio jack on the tablet and users either need to rely on a pair of Bluetooth headphones or use a USB C to 3.5 mm adapter.

Last but not least, the S Pen on the Galaxy Tab S6, except for taking notes can also be used to controlling the camera shutter. Also, it now supports air gestures which allow the user to toggle different applications by drawing gestures in the air, like drawing “O” to turn on the camera or swiping sideways with the button pressed to switch applications.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Price, Storage and Colour Variants

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The Samsung Tab S6 is offered in three colour options which include Mountain Grey, Cloud Blue and Rose Blush. In terms of memory and storage, it is available in two variants for which the price is as follows:
- 6 GB + 128 GB: US $ 649 (around Rs 44,700)
- 8 GB + 256 GB: US $ 729 (around Rs 50,200)
Besides, it also supports memory expansion upto 1 TB via a microSD card. The keyboard accessory costs US $ 179 (around Rs 12,300).

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To sum it up, the latest offering from Samsung is packed with top tier specs along with a sturdy build and is a praiseworthy tablet, overall. Also it can single-handedly carry the Android tablet bandwagon against the greatest from Apple.

What are your thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6? Do let us know in the comments below.
July 31, 2019