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Samsung mystery device tipped as GALAXY S 4 prototype

By Robert Nelson
on 22 Apr, 2013

We saw images of an unknown Samsung device surface last week. And well, it looks like those images have since been proven inaccurate. The image, which can be seen below, was originally posted by @evleaks with word that it was using Samsung's new design guidelines. As it turns out, the handset was not new and it was actually a prototype.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Review

By Craig Lloyd
on 21 Apr, 2013

Samsung has had a place in the mid-size tablet market for a while now, and their newest piece of machinery takes things to a new level. The Galaxy Note 8.0 is the happy medium between the company’s Galaxy Note 10.1 and the 5.5-inch Galaxy Note II, and we first took a look at the new device during Mobile World Congress back in February. It comes with the infamous S Pen, as well as a quad-core processor to keep things humming along nicely. However, the tablet starts at $400, which is a bit expensive compared to other tablets in the same playing field, which makes us wonder what’s so special about this specific slate. Let’s take a peek.

GALAXY S 4 Mini model numbers revealed in Samsung web code

By Robert Nelson
on 19 Apr, 2013

The official Samsung website has revealed model numbers for two upcoming GALAXY S 4 Mini smartphones. These model numbers were tucked away in the code and began with the discovery of the GT-I9190. From there, the GT-I9195 was also discovered. The specs of the I9195 were (with one exception) identical to those of the I9190.

Samsung drops Galaxy S 4 source code ahead of release

By Cory Gunther
on 19 Apr, 2013

Get ready and get excited developers, because Samsung has just dropped the kernel source code for their brand new and still unavailable flagship GALAXY S 4 smartphone. Get read for all that Samsung "S" stuff and more. As usual Samsung has dropped the links on their open source page, and they are now available for all.

Verizon confirms Galaxy S 4 coming in May

By Cory Gunther
on 18 Apr, 2013

We all know it's coming, but it is when and for how much we are still waiting on. Today after leaving everyone hanging it appears that Verizon Wireless has officially confirmed the Samsung GALAXY S 4 will be coming to Verizon, and coming in May. We've seen a few leaks claiming a late May launch, and now all we need is the exact day and a pre-order page.

Samsung names Wolfson as primary audio partner for Galaxy devices

By Robert Nelson
on 18 Apr, 2013

Samsung appears to have made a more formal commitment with Wolfson Microelectronics. In fact, they have recently named Wolfson as a primary audio partner. This move will touch on upcoming Galaxy branded devices to include both smartphones and tablets. The more formal part of this agreement comes in because this is not the first time Samsung has used Wolfson technology in a Galaxy device.

Samsung’s flexible AMOLED display technology delayed

By Cory Gunther
on 17 Apr, 2013

We've been hearing quite a bit regarding Samsung's extremely impressive and exciting flexible display technology for smartphones and tablets, but are now receiving some bad news. Multiple reports have started to surface stating that Samsung has yet again suffered a few setbacks, and their flexible YOUM displays could be delayed once more.

PMA wireless charging integration coming to AT&T in 2014

By Robert Nelson
on 17 Apr, 2013

The Power Matters Alliance (PMA) seems to have picked up some new members. That and, we are also heading some PMA related news coming from AT&T, who have announced some good news for those who may be looking to get a handset with integrated wireless charging. The new members include Samsung, HTC and LG.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 official US launch confirmed for 7 carriers

By Cory Gunther
on 17 Apr, 2013

Just as we all expected it looks like Samsung's new flagship GALAXY S 4 will be widely available shortly across the U.S. with 7 carriers all on board to release the device. When can you get the GALAXY S 4? All 7 carriers are launching between April and the end of May, and it looks like we should start seeing the devices hit the street in a matter of weeks from folks like AT&T and T-Mobile.

GALAXY S 4 accessory lineup detailed by Samsung

By Robert Nelson
on 17 Apr, 2013

We have seen GALAXY S 4 pre-orders go live with AT&T and US Cellular and have also learned the handset would be available with T-Mobile beginning on April 24. The good news for users on other carriers, Samsung will also be launching the GALAXY S 4 with several other US carriers. Not to mention, it will also be available from various retail outlets.