Category: Samsung News

AT&T Cancelled all Galaxy Fold Pre-orders
After the Best Buy, now AT&T has cancelled all the pre-orders for Samsung Galaxy Fold. Today, AT&T has sent emails to all the customers to inform them the company has automatically canceled all the pre-orders. Samsung is taking too much time to declare an official release date for Galaxy Fold, and that is not in favor of customers. Many time Samsung said the company is working on a proper solution, and soon it will declare launch date. But that is not happening soon, that’s why AT&T finally decided to take this decision. AT&T said it would refund all the credit if charged and will give a $100 promotion card within the next 60 days in customers account.
In the previous mail, the company said, it is working on the issue, and soon it will come up with the final launch date. In the last few weeks, we are getting too much news about the progress of the Galaxy Fold. In the recent interview, the Samsung spokesperson promised that the company would soon announce the release date. Many estimates it might relaunch in July with improved quality and South Korea be the first country.
The other retailer, Best Buy, has already cancelled all the pre-orders and said the company would notify customers if there is news from Samsung. Last month, Samsung requested all customers to confirm their orders and be patient. Most of the customers are now waiting for the official date and received reward points as a goodwill gesture from the company.
June 13, 2019
New Galaxy S9 Update Brings Camera Night Mode
Samsung has released an important update to its last year’s flagship phones – Galaxy S9 & Galaxy S9+ to bring them closer to the Galaxy S10 series smartphones. The main feature into the latest software is ‘Night Mode,’ added to the camera, which was only available for Galaxy S10 models. The 574MB update comes with June 2019 android security patch along with another couple of features. The firmware G965FXXU5CSF2 is now rolling out on the Galaxy S9+ Exynos model & G960FXXU5CSF2 is available for Galaxy S9. The update is now available to download in Philipines, Thailand & Vietnam.
Apart from the Night Mode function, the performance of the camera has improved and added Background blur intensity bar for better selfies. You can adjust it with eight intensity levels while using the Live focus mode.
The new version has enhanced the usability of QR code reader and improved experience of messaging, contacts, and Gallery. Samsung also cared about the security of the device and improved it with the latest security patch.
Last time, Galaxy S9 & Galaxy S9+ received an Android Pie update, which was their big updates this year. Since then, we can say it is the important update users were expecting from the company. Even Samsung’s mid-range devices in Galaxy A series & Galaxy M series have received essential updates from time to time, so it was necessary for Samsung to release an important update for the Galaxy S9 & S9+ smartphones. You can check for the update from Settings and after that Install Update. The update may soon release for other Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ varients smartphones.
Thank you Marry for the tip.
June 11, 2019
Android Pie Update for Galaxy J7 Nxt & J7 Pro Rolling Out
The Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro & J7 Nxt users are now getting Android Pie update on their smartphones. Last week, J7 Pro users in Russia had received the new version, this time it is rolling out worldwide. As per our information it is currently serving in Mexico, Spain & Algeria. And the Pie update for J7 Nxt is presently available to download in Thailand. Galaxy j7 Pro comes with firmware version J730FXXU4CSF1 that counts 1027 MB size and brings May 2019 Android security patch. The other Galaxy J7 Nxt firmware is J701FXXU6CSF1 with May security patch. It would be better if Samsung has pushed the new June Android security update for the devices.
The software has lots of goodies to change these old models into a new one by installing some latest features. The most significant change here is Samsung’s One UI interface which replaces old Experience UI. You will notice some Pie version has just started to roll out in some countries so that it will come to other countries in a few hours or days. You can check whether you have got Android Pie version for your device by opening Settings – Software Update and then Download & Install option.
Last month, Samsung covered all its latest mid-range smartphones with a new security patch along with the Pie version. The Galaxy M series and Galaxy J7 2018 series have received updates in last month. On the other hand, Galaxy J7 Pro & J7 Nxt are the only 2017’s models that have undergone Pie version among its other J7 series models. And it is the first smartphone in June to get the Pie version as per the Samsung schedule. We can hope soon other J7 series smartphones will get this software in the coming weeks.
June 10, 2019
Galaxy Fold may Release in July, With Exclusive Game ‘Traha’
There is no official statement from Samsung for the release date of the first foldable phone. But now news coming from South Korea claiming Samsung is planning to launch Galaxy Fold in July 2019, this has been quoted by a Samsung executive. Reports that Galaxy Fold may be released in August are now sidelined by this latest statement of a Samsung executive. This news has been confirmed by a Korean publisher NewsTomato, who quoted the head of the IM division of Samsung Electronics.
We also have news that Samsung and Nexon are working on the exclusive game for Galaxy Fold to use the phone’s hardware & software at the customer’s benefit. The Nexon’s massive hit game ‘Traha’ will be the first exclusive foldable game for Galaxy Fold. Traha is MMORPG game for mobile devices & it is currently available to download in South Korea. Previously, on May 17, Samsung & Nexon had shared some images of ‘Traha’ for Fold device and announced to give free coupons for the first few customers but later removed for some reason. Now the Galaxy Fold has taken too much time to release so we may see the game on the Fold on its launch date.
According to a Max Weinbach, a Samsung leaker, we can get information that the company is going to launch a device in July. Originally the device was planned to launch on 26th May in the US, but the date was postponed due to screen issues in the review process. After the screen breaking issue, Samsung has postponed the launching date without giving any fix date and focused on the improvement of the Galaxy Fold.
In order to raise the quality of the product, the company inserted the Galaxy Fold shield into the main body and minimized exposure of the folded area. Earlier, Samsung informed customers about the cancellation of pre-orders in case they failed to ship the device before 31st May. Whereas those who can wait for the next announcement had the option to keep their orders continue. Best Buy has already canceled all pre-orders due to unpredictability in launching date of the device.
Whereas the launching was planned in June, but the process of stabilization work was longer than planned. Now we have news that Galaxy Fold will be probably launched in July. We can expect that Samsung may release the device in South Korea before it’s an international release.
June 7, 2019
New Galaxy A30 June Update Adds Slow Motion Function
Samsung has released a new software update for Galaxy A30 smartphones in India, Thailand & Malaysia. The new firmware version is A305FDDU2ASE5 and counts 459 MB download size. This update brings Slow Motion function to the camera and improves compatibility with third-party apps. As per the changelog, it enhances compatibility with the Telegram app. The new piece of software comes with the June 2019 Android security patch. It is the first time Samsung has added the Slow Motion feature to the device and brings it closer to the other Galaxy A50 & Galaxy A70 smartphones.
The update is currently rolling out in these 3 mentioned countries and soon it may hit other markets. Samsung will notify you if an update is available for your device. If you want to check it manually, then you can do it by selecting Settings – Software update – Download & install option.
Samsung had been released a previous main update to improve the quality of GPS performance, proximity sensors & Audio quality of the device. Samsung Galaxy A30 is already running Android Pie 9 update with latest One UI interface so this update is to add missing functions to the device.
June 4, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Jean 2 Launched in South Korea
The new affordable smartphone, Samsung Galaxy Jean2 (SM-A202K) has officially released in South Korea and KT has started to sell it from its official website. In the international market, Galaxy A20 & Galaxy A20e are known as Galaxy Wide4 & Galaxy Jean2 (Via Sammobile) respectively. Last year, KT was selling Galaxy jean as an exclusive smartphone and now it is selling the second generation Jean2 in its stores & online. The smartphone is now available to purchase from today, June 4, for 2,53,000 ($214) won to get 32GB memory & 3GB RAM version. Currently, it is available in Black & White color options with Infinity V-display.
To promote Galaxy Jean2 aka Galaxy A20e, KT has offered 10GB of KT shop direct data coupon when you sign up to OnTalk or Y24 OnTalk service plans. There is a 50% discount on the premium family combination for ‘Data on Video’ and ‘Data on Premium’ when you consume minimum monthly data on these services. Customers can use pick up services to get their ordered smartphone from the nearest KT store.
The Galaxy Jean2 is a 5.8-inch smartphone with a single 8MP camera on the front and 13MP & 8MP dual-camera on back. Samsung recently updated it with the latest Android Pie version which carries One UI interface. It is KT exclusive smartphone in South Korea so soon we may see Galaxy Wide4 from the SK Telecom operator.
June 4, 2019
Samsung may Postpone Release date of Galaxy Fold
Samsung Galaxy Fold was expected to launch in June, but the latest announcement from the company confirms its postponement (Source: Yonhap News Agency) due to some issues such as screen breaking and quality stabilization work. Company is offering a device to mobile operators in June and is testing network interworking. Company official remarked that “Samsung has learned from the scratch issue and stabilizing the quality of parts including film and display is quite time-consuming process.”
Though there is strong possibility of announcement of launch of Galaxy Fold in this month and release in next month, hardware stabilization work might be slower than expected. Samsung is expected to announce release schedule in next month and probably domestic launches will be prior to US launches. According to the company official “the schedule for the launch is not yet finalized and company is in position to announce it in few weeks.”
Samsung is constantly working on the quality improvement of the Galaxy Fold as it came across with the issue of screen breaking of the device. Earlier, Samsung offered the option of cancellation of pre-orders by the customers. Samsung announced that if customers don’t cancel their pre-orders before phones are shipped then all the orders will be cancelled automatically by 31st May.
Last week, Best Buy cancelled all the purchase reservation for the device citing the reason of delay in announcement of the new launching date by the company. Previously, to stop customers from cancelling their pre-orders and wait for the official announcement, company offered reward points to all the customers. We will inform you all the updates about the launch date and announcement of the Galaxy Fold.
May 28, 2019
Samsung Pushes Android Pie Update for Galaxy M30
Last week Samsung announced it would launch latest Android Pie to their M series smartphones in the first week of June. But to surprise all the Galaxy M30 users, Samsung has released new Android Pie update before one week. The Galaxy M30, was launched after the Galaxy M20 & M10 though it is the first to get new version. Still, we haven’t got or heard new update for Galaxy M10 & M20 so this one is the first M series smartphone to get the latest version. The new update brings M305FDDU1BSEA/M305FODM1BSEA/M305FDDU1BSE6 firmware and downloads 1144.25 MB weight. The new Pie update is currently rolling out in India with latest May 2019 Android security patch.
Anyway, this is the good news for Galaxy M30 users that they can taste new version with Samsung’s new One UI interface. It brings new look & new feel for the devices and easy to access all the important features. The digital Wellbeing, Bixby Routines, Night Mode, Floating Mode, Scene optimizer for the camera and pre-installed Amazon Prime Video and many other features have been added into the update. Android Pie has lots of new features & improvements over the previous ones so it enhances user experience.
It is now rolling in Indian via OTA. Last week, Samsung had promised to rollout new version to these devices on June 3 onward. Previously, June & July were the actual schedule time for these devices. It also happened with Galaxy J7 Prime 2, which has got new version before a month from its official update release date.
To download & new Pie version manually go to, Settings – Software Update – Download Updates Manually. It has just released so you may wait some time to get your hands on it. We will inform you if there is any update for remaining M series phones.
May 27, 2019
Caviar’s taking Pre-orders for Galaxy Fold Game of Thrones Edition
The popular company named Caviar Royal Gift is now taking pre-orders for its Gold plated, Samsung Galaxy Fold Game of Thrones edition. Previously company has created special editions of iPhones, Galaxy Note 9 & Apple Watch devices. We know Galaxy Fold is not available into the market at this moment but Caviar company has said before returning its Galaxy Fold it has created special Game of Thrones edition of it, on the name for world’s most popular TV series.
Company has also uploaded promo video on its official YouTube channel. This special edition inspired by “The Winds of Winter” of Gold version is priced at $8,200 with free worldwide shipping. Caviar says it has made seven different edition for each houses from TV series with three different designs. Customers can pre-order Galaxy Fold from Caviar’s official website.
On this special Gold plated Samsung Galaxy Fold version company said, “Caviar got a test sample of Samsung Fold and being inspired by its shape reminding a book, created a precious design dedicated to the most expected book of the modern time – “The Winds of Winter”, a missing part of the novels cycle by George Martin, which lies in the base of the “Game of Thrones” series.”
There is no official news when Galaxy Fold will come back into the market. As per the CEO of Samsung it would launch in next month. Samsung has already asked to return all the foldable phones from the market so there is no single device. That means this edition has been in the work since quite long time. As per the sources company has fixed all possible issues of Fold and it is now ready to return into the market. Still we want to clarify Caviar is just taking pre-orders for the device and sales will start as soon as Galaxy Fold goes official in the market.
May 22, 2019
First Galaxy A70 Update Improves Camera & Fingerprint Performance
Samsung Galaxy A70 has received its first update in India, which improves overall performance of the device. The main aim of the new software is to enhance its camera & fingerprint performance. The lower models, Galaxy A50 & Galaxy M20 has received same update last month and now it came to new Galaxy A70 smartphone. The new firmware version is A705GMDDU1ASE4 and counts 376 MB in size. The new security patch level May 2019 has been added in the latest version to enhance its security.
The Beauty Video Mode is the feature that has been added with Accidental touch protection, which is new to the Galaxy A70. As per changelog, after the update camera picture quality will improve. And in the security users will get better performance in fingerprint recognition. It also improves overall performance of the device by improvising its security & providing stability to the functions.
The update is currently rolling out in India and now receiving via OTA. To check the update manually, you can go to, Settings, then Software Update and here click on Download & Install.
The Galaxy A70 has 6.7-inch display and it is powered by Octa-core Exynos chipset. It comes with 6GB RAM & 128GB memory storage. It has packed with 4500mAh battery and its triple camera setup (32MP+8MP+5MP) is best part of it. The Galaxy A70 is available to purchase from online retailers as well as official Samsung website for nearly Rs. 28,000.
May 21, 2019
Pre-Ordered Galaxy Fold Customers Getting Reward Points
Samsung hasn’t clear when it will re-launch Galaxy Fold into the market. It might take another month or a month & half for its reappearance & Samsung media person has already declared that they are doing their best to make it happen in the next month. Though there are some customers who are losing their patience and cancelling their pre-orders. Now to stop them from cancelling their Galaxy Fold pre-orders, company is now sending reward points to all the customers. As per the 2 points for $1 purchase value, customers are getting points for their spending on the Fold. Customers can get maximum $20 ($1=200 points) value of points on single purchase and they can redeem them later. Many customers have been complaining on Samsung forum and other portals so company has decided to give reward points as goodwill gesture.
We don’t think reward points will change mind of customers as they have invested nearly $1980 on the product, which is too expensive than any other smartphone. Still the news, customers can use these reward points on their checkout when they purchase Samsung products from the official website. Anyway, if you have pre-ordered Galaxy Fold then you can check for your reward points in your Samsung account.
Last week, Samsung has sent email to all the customers who have been pre-ordered Galaxy Fold. In the email it had clearly said users must confirm to keep their orders to avail the product when it available into market. Later in the interview, Samsung spokesperson said company is working to release it in the next month. There is no fix date for the release but we think Samsung may soon announce the date.
This time Galaxy Fold is again in the production house for testing and changing some parts to make sure this time everything goes well. Samsung is focusing on main issue of device so it could prevent from damaging screen from outside dust and other obstacles. This time protective layer will be made of better screen protector so users will use it for longer than just one day. We will inform you when we hear something new from company, till then you think where you want spend your reward points.
May 15, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Fit e Launched In Spain
Samsung’s new generation fitness tracker Galaxy Fit e is now available to buy in Spain. It is now open for purchase and customers can buy it from Samsung’s official website. The Galaxy Fit e in the Spain is listed with € 39.00 price tag and available in Black, Yellow & White color options. The Galaxy Fit e is now available into the stock and customers and company says it will deliver it within 24 hours in most part of the Spain. The pre-orders for the tracker have now been live in Albania & Portugal and soon it may hit in other countries.
Last week Samsung has released new software update for the new Galaxy Fit e fitness tracker. The new changelog R735XXUU0ASD2 was came up with important feature Dim Light, which is helpful to dim brightness of the device when you need to save the battery. The update was very small but it has improved performance of the tracker. Samsung is now trying make it more successful than its previous Gear Fit2 Pro & Gear Fit2.
Samsung has launched Fit e in the same event where company had introduced Galaxy S10 models, Galaxy Fold, Watch Active & Galaxy Buds devices. All the devices are now in the market in various countries, finally Galaxy Fit e has entered.
The Galaxy Fit & Fit e has only focus to track user’s health activities. It is waterproof fitness tracker with 5ATM & runs on Tizen platform. You can connect your smartphone with it by using Galaxy Wearable app, which is available in Android Play Store or iOS App Store.
The Galaxy Fit e is now available to purchase in UAE for 149 Arab currency and there is news that it will soon available in North America. In Spain, Amazon is now selling it on their website for the same price. Also some offline retailers in the country are offering it for €39.99. You can buy it from any of these sources. If you have already purchased it then share your own review with us so it could help other users.
May 13, 2019
Finally Galaxy J8 Users In India Receiving Android Pie Update
Samsung has now rolled out new Android Pie update to its Galaxy J8 for Indian users. The update has already been served to other major countries and now finally Indian users can install it. The firmware version carries J810GDDU2BSD5/J810GODM2BSD5/J810GDDU2BSC6 and it weigh 1196 MB in size. The new version will bring latest Pie features to the device with Samsung’s new One UI experience and it carries April 1st Android security patch to the device. It is interesting that last week Samsung has already delivered Pie update to the Galaxy J6 in India, which is lower model than Galaxy J8.
We all know Samsung is very slow to deliver updates to its mid-range & low range smartphones though this year company has released many updates on the major devices in the given time. To install new update on your Galaxy J8, go to Settings, then tap on Software Update and then hit on Download Updates Manually option. The update is just rolled out in the country so if you haven’t received it yet then wait for a while. Samsung will send you notifications about the new update otherwise you can check it manually.
Android Pie for Galaxy J8 originally launched on April 8 in Russia and later it served in other countries. It is now available to download in all continents. It has released in UK, US, Canada, Brazil, Malaysia, Philippines, Germany, Italy, Australia and other countries. Finally, as thay promised Indian users can use it. The same update also has released in Mexico. If you are from Mexico then check your device to get latest software version.
The new software update is important for J8 users that it brings lots of features with it. The new One UI user interface, improved camera quality & battery performance, latest custom skin for the device and dual VoLTE feature with AR Emoji stickers are few of them. After the new version some users are facing poor battery performance and some other minor lags into the software. Some users also raised complaints about slowness into their phone and other minor issues. It happens in new updated versions so if you face any problems then you can share your experience with us. Give us your feedback in the comments section below.
April 25, 2019
New Galaxy M20 Update Improves Charging Performance
Samsung has rolled out the new software update for its Galaxy M20 smartphone. The update is all about improvements to the overall system. This month South Korean giant has released many small updates to fix major issues into its flagship phones. The latest fingerprint security update on Galaxy S10 & S10+ was one of it. Now Galaxy M20 update improves charging performance on the device, which has massive 5000mAh battery. This update on M20 carries the version M205FDDU1ASD1/M205FODM1ASC2/M205FDDU1ASC2 and it weighs 73.53MB in size. The latest update still carries the March 2019 security patch level. As the update is intended to bring some improvements in the overall functions of the Galaxy M20, but still runs on Android 8.1 Oreo.
Update can bring essential changes such as improved charging performance, that solve the issue of slow battery charging. It also fixes bugs and ensures improvement in the stability of the device. This update is not only limited to these functions but also enhances the performance of the device. The new piece of software is currently rolling out in India. Users of the device will get notification related to the update when it is available for their respective regions.
Major Changes:
- Improved performance – charging
- Device stability improvements & bug fixes
- Further improvements to performance
Galaxy M20 is the latest Samsung smartphone announced by the company in January. The device comes with 6.3 inches PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen display with 1089×2340 pixels resolution support. It runs on Android 8.1 Oreo and based on Samsung Experience 9.5. The device is powered by Exynos 7904 Octa-core processor with Mali-G71 MP2 GPU.
Also Read: 13 Best apps for Galaxy M10, Galaxy M20 & Galaxy M30
Galaxy M20 packs the incredible features in the midrange budget. It has 13MP+5MP main dual camera with LED flash feature and 8MP selfie camera. Device is available in 32GB/64GB internal storage options with 3GB/4GB RAM respectively. It also accommodates the dedicated slot for external SD card support up to 512GB. Most notable feature of Galaxy M20 is that it is powered by massive 5000mAh Li-Po battery with fast charging support. All these features make it a powerful device and the recent update enhances the performance and stability of the device.
April 17, 2019
Galaxy J7 Max Received Android Oreo 8.1 Update In India
Samsung Galaxy J7 Max users in India is now receiving Android Oreo 8.1 firmware update on their phones. The firmware version is G615FXXU2BRL3/G615FODD2BRL3/G615FXXU2BRL3 and it is 1169MB in size. The latest update will upgrade phone to Samsung Experience 9.5 version. Samsung has rolled our Android Pie 9.0 version for premium smartphones Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ & Galaxy Note 9 and now the mid-range devices are getting Oreo update. A month ago other J7 models, Galaxy J7 Pro & Galaxy J7 Prime have already received Oreo update.
The Samsung Galaxy J7 Max is a 2017’s mid-range smartphone, launched with Android 7.0 Nougat version. The new update will bring many features to the device, those features are mentioned below.
• Bluetooth now supports high-quality audio codecs, including AAC & Sony LDAC.
• Video Recorder provides smart tips to conveniently block calls while recording.
• Emails lets you flag Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync emails.
• Samsung Health’s new sticky notification lets you see your step count at a glance.
• Clock now includes a Landscape mode and timer sound options.
• The digital clock widget goes directly to the Clock app when you tap it.
• Back up Secure Folder remotely in Samsung Cloud when your phone is lost.
• Lock Samsung Pass using Find My Mobile.
• Adjust the transparency of notifications to get the look you want.
• Background services are limited to improve performance and battery life.
• The GIF keyboard lets you send GIFs.
• More high-contrast keyboards are available.
These are few highly mentioned features added into the new software update. Apart from these, Samsung has improved device security with upgraded Biometrics feature. Quick Panel will now manage notifications for each app with notification categories and icons will be shown at the bottom of the notification panel for notifications that aren’t currently visible.
Now you can touch & hold an app to display shortcuts to common or recommended tasks within the app. In the new version currently running apps will be shown in the notification panel. These are some notable features added to the Galaxy J7 Max.
To download the new Android Oreo 8.1 update on Samsung Galaxy J7 Max, go to Settings -> Software Update -> Download updates. If you have set updates on manual update mode then click on Download updates manually option to download it manually.
January 23, 2019