Samsung announces Galaxy S6 & S6 Edge release date and pricing for India
As the release date of April 10th gets closer and closer, the Samsung marketing machine ramps up the publicity accordingly. Today Samsung held an event to officially launch the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets in India to detail their off-contract prices and confirm the release date.
As you can see from the prices below, the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets have a premium price tag and will be part of the initial 20 country launch on April 10th.
Galaxy S6
- 32GB version: Rs.49,900 ($801)
- 64GB version: Rs. 55,900 ($898)
- 128GB version: Rs. 61.900 ($994)
Galaxy S6 Edge
- 32GB version: Rs. 58,900 ($946)
- 64GB version: Rs. 64,900 ($1042)
- 128GB version: Rs. 70,900 ($1139)
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Say goodbye to bloatware #2: The Galaxy S6 allows you to remove (most) pre-installed apps
One of the things that users frequently complain about smartphones is the amount of pre-installed apps, or bloatware if you will. It’s something that is present on many handsets, with Samsung’s offerings being one of the worst offenders thanks to its own suite of Galaxy Apps that come pre-installed. There are signs though that users will be able to say goodbye to bloatware from the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets thanks to a post on the XDA Forums by Jeshter2000, who has managed to get his hands on a Galaxy S6 Edge running pre-release firmware.
Again, it should be emphasized that the Galaxy S6 Edge that Jeshter2000 has access to is running pre-release firmware, this means that the ability to uninstall the pre-installed apps could be missing from the final release. That said, being able to manually remove Samsung apps such as S-Voice and S-Health among others, the included Microsoft apps such as Skype, OneNote and OneDrive as well as various Google apps can only add to the user experience. If, indeed, Samsung keeps the option to manually remove the pre-installed apps without the user having to resort to rooting the device, but simply via a couple of taps on the screen, it would surely win over some of Samsung’s most vocal critics.
What do you think? If Samsung were to keep the ability to remove bloatware in the final firmware release, would you be suitably impressed? If bloatware was a deal breaker when looking at purchasing a Samsung smartphone, would the ability to remove the offending app or apps with just a couple of taps on the screen tempt you to give Samsung your hard-earned cash?
Source: XDA
Via: TechnoBuffalo
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Galaxy S6 pre-orders starting today in India from Rs. 49,000
Samsung announced today availability details for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 in India.
The Galaxy S6 will be available in India in all three storage configurations, for Rs. 49,000 (32GB), Rs. 55,900 (64GB) and Rs. 61,900 (128GB) or $787/$898/$994 in USD. The more striking (and arguably more “premium”) Galaxy S6 Edge will be even pricier, costing Rs. 58,900 (32GB), Rs. 64,900 (64GB) and Rs.70,900 (128GB) or $945/$1042/$1140 respectively.
Likewise, all color options will be available: the shared white, black and gold, and the “exclusive” blue (S6) and green (S6 Edge).
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge will be available in India starting with April 10 (the same day as in other 19 markets from around the world), with pre-orders beginning today on Amazon and Flipkart.
For pre-order customers, Samsung is throwing in some freebies, including a free one-time screen replacement in the first 12 months since purchase and a potential payback in case Samsung discounts the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge in the first six months of availability.
To learn all the key details about the Galaxy S6, check out our extensive review, and stay tuned for the Galaxy S6 Edge to receive the same treatment. Also, you may want to take a look at our international Galaxy S6 giveaway.
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So, Indian readers. Are you pre-ordering the Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge? Why? Why not?
Download the 12 stock wallpapers of the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge
So, the Samsung Galaxy S6 is getting closer and closer to becoming available in the retail shops, but what if you are in the middle of a contract or can’t afford to get the Next Big Thing? Well, you can always choose to give your current phone a fresh lick of paint by installing some new wallpapers. On that topic, we have the stock wallpapers of the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets available for download after the break.
The wallpapers come courtesy of HITMAN-CREED from the XDA Forums, and they range from the colourful line-up of beach huts (main image) to the stylistic swoosh designs that we are used to seeing on smartphones. You can choose to download them one at a time by selecting the chosen image and then right-clicking to save, or just download all 12 wallpapers by clicking the link below. Wallpaper resolutions vary from 2240 x 2240 to 2560 x 2560 with a couple of lower res wallpapers thrown in.
If you are one of the 55million prospective Galaxy S6 buyers, you might want to enter our competition to win a Spigen Capsule Ultra Rugged case to protect your future handset.
Download link: Galaxy S6 Wallpapers
Source: XDA
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 receives Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update in France via OTA and Kies
If you are the proud owner of a Galaxy Tab S 10.5 WiFi (SM-T800) tablet and you reside in France, you might want to dig into your settings and start tapping the software update button. Why? Because Samsung is pushing the Lollipop update to your device as we speak.
Update: According to a reader, the lollipop OTA is hitting the Tab S 10.5 WiFi in Canada as well!
The firmware update is based on Android 5.0.2 and has a build date of March 17 with a change list of 4403645. You have three ways of getting the update on your Galaxy Tab S 10.5 T800 (WiFi), the first two of which are the recommended methods to do so. First you can wait for the OTA(Over-The-Air) update to reach your device (look for the notification in your status bar), or you can hook the device up to your computer to install the firmware via Samsung’s Kies software.
Finally, if you know what you are doing, you can always just download the T800XXU1BOCC update from Sammobile via the source link below and manually flash the update via the Odin software. If you choose to install manually, remember that this update is only compatible with the SM-T800 WiFi Tab S 10.5 model.
Source: SamMobile
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Rumor: Best Buy to open Galaxy S6 & S6 Edge pre-orders March 27, ship April 10
In Reddit we trust… For leaks that is. Over the weekend, a thread began that told of a trip to Best Buy wherein an employee disclosed a small-scale Samsung “secret”: the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge will be making their way into stores this Friday (March 27th), the same day the yellow-colored retailer will open pre-orders for the AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint models. An additional product was also mentioned as a free “device” for those who pre-order, which could be a wireless charger. The phones would then begin shipping on April 10th.
Additional posts in the thread saw other users independently verifying the news from their respective stores, as was it also revealed that in-store demo models have been available for testing in Canada for some time now. It is unclear as to if the “free device” will be exclusive to reservations at brick and mortar stores, or if it will be provided to all advanced proceedings.
Soon you too can get your hands on one!
While none of this has been confirmed by either Best Buy or Samsung, given the mass-scale of interest in the devices, it would be prudent for Best Buy to open reservations as early as possible. Talk of the freebie in particular is interesting in that it follows suit along with what Samsung did in Japan last year: Pre-orders for the Galaxy Note Edge were sold with the device’s Flip Wallet case, and the Galaxy Tab S with the official Book Cover case.
The Galaxy S6 lets you remove most apps (including Samsung’s)
It’s no secret that Samsung scaled back on bloatware with the Galaxy S6, reducing the clutter and hopefully giving you a leaner, meaner smartphone. However, there’s one more treat in store: you can cull many of the apps that are included, too. XDA forum member Jeshter2000 has noticed that a pre-release Galaxy S6 edge lets him disable or uninstall many of the preloaded programs, including some of those from Google and Samsung. If you’d rather ditch S Voice entirely and rely solely on Google’s (frankly superior) native voice commands, you can. So long as this carries through to the GS6 you buy in stores, it’ll represent a big change of heart for Samsung — the company is notorious for bundling redundant, non-removable apps, but it’s now determined to give you much more control.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, Samsung
Via: Android Beat, TechnoBuffalo
Source: XDA-Developers
Android Authority this week – March 22, 2015
Android fans, it’s been a big week for HTC, with everything from controversy over the alleged overheating of the M9, to the announcement of a new extended warranty program and the M9’s US release date, and ending with a bang, with the news that Cher Wang will take over as CEO. In other news, Android manufacturers continued to push out Lollipop to their devices, credible renders of the Xperia Z4 leaked out, Google announced major changes to its app approval process, Huawei sent out invites for the Ascend P8, OnePlus teased a “game changer” and a Swiss watchmaker joined Android Wear.
Inside AA HQ
After spending a lot of time with the new Galaxy S6, Josh put up his review, and it’s a thing of beauty. 17 minutes of gloriously smooth 60 fps footage walk you through all the key aspects of the highly anticipated Galaxy S6, from that eye-catching design to the streamlined TouchWiz. For even more details, check out our written review, which is choke full of beautiful shots of Samsung’s new flagship and sample images taken with the device.
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We brought you tons of videos and posts from MWC 2015, but Ash Tailor’s new “MWC -Insider’s Perspective” video is something different. Watch it to get a taste of what it is like to attend the world’s largest mobile trade show.
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There’s been a lot of talk about how the One M9 gets too hot, or, depending on whom you believe, doesn’t get that hot at all. Our advice was to wait for the full review of the M9, running final software, and the good news is you won’t have to wait much longer. Stay tuned for our up-close look at the new One M9 next week.
There’s no doubt the Galaxy S6 is the most desirable phone of the moment. So we think you’ll be happy to know that our latest Sunday Giveaway puts an S6 up for grabs. Check out the sweepstakes here.
The Friday Debate Podcast
The stuff you shouldn’t miss
Here are some interesting posts for your Sunday reading:
- Feature: You heard a lot about USB Type-C. Gary Sims explains it in detail
- Throwback: With the Galaxy S6 around the corner, Josh puts the Galaxy S5 through the test of time
- Feature: Internet of Things isn’t just another buzzword. Read on to see why it matters
- Review: Affordable devices don’t have to feel cheap, and the new Moto E is the best example
- Editorial: Simon Hill argues that Samsung should’ve made the S6 Edge its true flagship
- Opinion: Matthew Benson talks about horrible customer experiences and how to protect yourself
- Video: Ash Thought finished up his insider’s perspective of MWC, and it’s beautiful
- Review: This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Our Galaxy S6 review
Top news of the week
And here are the top news in the Android world this week:
HTC in the spotlight
- You may want to take that HTC One M9 overheating report with a grain of salt
- Peter Chou is no longer the CEO of HTC. Cher Wang takes over
- U.S. availability for the HTC One M9 begins April 10th
- (Update: coming March 21) One M9 release delayed for last minute software fixes in Taiwan
- Uh-Oh: HTC’s new warranty program offers some serious benefits (US only)
- HTC One (M7) owners, no Lollipop 5.1 for you!
Lollipop updates
- (Update: Xperia Z2 and some tablets) Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact getting Lollipop update
- Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE (GT-I9505) receives Android Lollipop in UK
- Moto X (1st gen) Lollipop soak test is under way
- HTC One M9+ arriving in late March-early April says @upleaks
- Android One users can download the Android 5.1 OTA links here
- T-Mobile Nexus 6 receiving Android 5.1 Lollipop OTA build LYM47M
Xperia Z4 first look
Play Store improvements
- Google is now manually reviewing apps that are submitted to the Play Store
- Google introduces age-based rating system for apps
Huawei Ascend P8
- Huawei sends out invites for April 15 event in London, Ascend P8 incoming?
- Purported Huawei Ascend P8 images leak out ahead of April press event
OnePlus teasers
- OnePlus teases a new “game changing” device that will launch in April
- OnePlus: OxygenOS and CyanogenMod 12S both coming by month’s end
Android Wear news
- Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer will unveil a smartwatch today – is Google involved?
- Tag Heuer and Fossil are making Android Wear smartwatches this year
- Is this our first look at the next-gen Moto 360?
Sound off
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Happy Sunday!
Promotional videos from AT&T show the Samsung Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and HTC One M9
Promoting a new device is typically done through the manufacturer itself, but carriers have some work to do as well. These days, devices are released through multiple carriers; therefore, they need to make sure that consumers choose a specific device on their network. That is the reasoning for the carriers releasing promotional videos focusing on certain handsets. For two of the year’s most popular devices, AT&T has gone the route of in-depth promotional videos. The carrier has a single video covering the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge while another video highlights the HTC One M9. Covered in the videos are specifications and unique services bundled with the devices.
Hit the break for the videos.
Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge:
Click here to view the embedded video.
HTC One M9:
Click here to view the embedded video.
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Analysts see Samsung selling 55 million Galaxy S6, S6 Edge units in 2015
Between carriers and retailers combined, Samsung has already reportedly received 20 million pre-orders for the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets. Because of this, the company is apparently ramping up production on both handsets, set to produce an additional 13 million handsets by the end of April. Even though the phones don’t launch globally until April 10th, Samsung will likely have a very good turnout when it comes to sales. According to analysts from DRAMeXchange, the company may sell more than 55 million Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge handsets in 2015 alone.
According to the report, Samsung is forecasted to sell 22.2 million units of the S6 and S6 Edge in Q2, 16.2 million in Q3 and 12.5 million in Q4.
While these estimates may seem high, Samsung certainly won’t achieve these numbers with ease. The recently-announced HTC One M9 goes on sale tomorrow in Taiwan, and launches in the U.S. the same day as the Galaxy S6. Additionally, we’ve been hearing a lot about LG’s G4 handset, which could possibly be announced around mid-April. And according to a few rumors, the G4 could bring with it a curved screen, which could be a rival to Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge.
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Do you think Samsung has the potential to sell this many handsets? If you’re not sure how you feel about the S6 quite yet, be sure to check out our full review for some more info!
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