Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge UK pre-orders begin March 20th
Today, Samsung has announced that UK pre-orders for its Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge flagship smartphones will go live on March 20th, before the handsets’ retail date on April 10th.
The country’s largest carriers will all be accepting pre-orders, including EE, O2, Three and Vodafone, and high-street retailer Carphone Warehouse will also be stocking the two handsets. Come release day, the two smartphones will be available in 32, 64, and 128GB storage options and with your choice of White Pearl, Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum case colors.
Samsung is also taking orders itself, through both its UK webpage and in the various Samsung Experience Stores dotted up and down the country. If you purchase yours through either of these two options, Samsung will let you pick up your new smartphone a day early on April 9th.
If you’re still undecided, be sure to check out our hands-on time with the two new Samsung Galaxy S6 handsets.
Who’s pre-ordering then?
London, UK – 18th March, 2015 – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. announced that the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge smartphones will be available to pre-order in UK stores from 20th March 2015, ahead of the on-sale date of 10th April 2015.
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will be available to pre-order from all high street retailers and networks including Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse, Three, EE and O2.
The Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge offer a new standard for design, craftsmanship and performance and seamlessly blend premium materials with the most advanced Samsung technology to offer consumers an unmatched mobile experience.
Those customers who have pre-ordered devices from the Samsung Experience Store and Samsung.com will be able to pick up their device a day earlier on 9th April.
Beauty Meets Purpose
Carefully crafted from metal and glass, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge blend purposeful design with powerful features. The Galaxy S6 edge, particularly, shows unique and outstanding beauty while also providing a solid grip and an immersive viewing experience with the world’s first curved display on both sides. Its glass body, made from the toughest glass to date, Corning® Gorilla Glass® 4, is available in an array of jewel tones, including White Pearl, Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum, which elicit a unique visual texture as it reflects natural light.
Vivid Images with a Fast, Bright Camera The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are equipped with an incredibly vivid, bright and fast front and rear camera. The F1.9 lenses and high-resolution sensors on both front (5MP) and rear (16MP) cameras provide the most superior image quality in a smartphone, even in the dark. In addition, Auto Real-time High Dynamic Range (HDR), Smart Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) and IR Detect White Balance provide advanced light sensitivities and crisp camera solutions. Furthermore, a new “Quick Launch” feature give users fast, direct access to the camera from any screen in just 0.7 seconds* by simply double clicking the home key button. These advanced camera functions enable users to capture their most precious and personal moments in uncompromisi g quality, however and wherever they want.
Super Charging and Cord Free
With fully embedded WPC and PMA certified wireless charging technology, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are setting a new industry standard for universal wireless charging. The devices work with any wireless pad available in the market that supports WPC and PMA standards. They also sport incredibly fast wired charging, 1.5 times faster than the Galaxy S5, providing about 4 hours of usage after only 10 minutes of charging.*
“The response to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge devices has been overwhelming, the entirely redefined smartphones offer consumers what’s next in mobility,” said Conor Pierce, Vice President IT & Mobile at Samsung Electronics UK and Ireland. “At Samsung, we don’t talk about what might be possible tomorrow, we make it happen today and that’s why we’re bringing people new technology faster than anybody else.”
The Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will be available from 10th April, 2015 with 32/64/128GB storage options available in White Pearl, Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum.
Full details and product images are available at http://www.samsungmobilepress.com.
For full information on the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge please visit http://www.samsung.com/uk/galaxyS6/
To pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge please visit http://www.samsung.com/uk/shop/
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Samsung rumored to be developing a custom mobile CPU core
Samsung seems confident in its Exynos 7420, having opted to cut Qualcomm out of the picture with regard to the Galaxy S6. Building on its Exynos line-up, the company is rumored to be moving towards a completely in-house processor design, as sources suggest that Samsung is developing its own mobile CPU cores for future products.
According to sources in the semiconductor industry, Samsung Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong has instructed executives to “to strengthen technology capability in order to design not only mobile devices but also various semiconductors.” The implication being that Samsung could begin designing its own CPU and GPU cores or other integrated circuits from scratch, if it hasn’t done so already.
The rumor comes as analysts are raising this year’s expectations for Samsung’s growing semiconductor business, which has become an increasingly important division for Samsung as smartphone sales have slowed.
The same sources state that Samsung will be working on its own 64-bit CPU core design, rather than licensing the reference Cortex-A designs provided by ARM. The CPU is expected to begin showing results sometime in the first quarter of 2016. “Seeing results” isn’t exactly a clear statement, but seems to suggest a transition from the internal development stage towards final production, right around the time that the company should announce the Galaxy S7.
Samsung has actually been hinting at moving over to its own CPU core design since Samsung Analyst Day 2013, with presentation slides suggesting that Samsung’s own 64-bit core will be its successor to the current 64-bit ARM implementation.
Rumors have also pointed to some in-house GPU technology too and Samsung has been catching up with Qualcomm in the LTE modem department too, with a SoC integrated modem package expected later this year.
As well as gaining more control over the specifications of its mobile products, Samsung looks to be keen to and reduce its reliance on Qualcomm SoCs and technologies developed by other companies. Although research and development in the IC industry is expensive, Samsung will be able to leverage its leading foundry business to close the cost gap on its competitors.
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What would make people switch from iPhone to Galaxy S6? A lower price, apparently
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Contest: Win a Spigen Capsule Solid case for the Samsung Galaxy S6 from Talk Android!
The Samsung Galaxy S6 will be one of the hottest devices on the market when it launches around the world next month. Millions of consumers will rush to purchase the device that takes Samsung in a new direction. The Galaxy S6 features a metal and glass body, two materials that just scream high-end. With that high-end look, however, comes concerns with how durable the device is. That is why protecting the Galaxy S6 will be important for many consumers.
Among the various cases that are capable of protecting the Galaxy S6 is the Spigen Capsule Solid. The accessory maker, which is known for its stylish and quality products, designed the Capsule Solid with simplicity and functionality in mind. Spigen notes that the minimalistic look is met with a gold kickstand for stylish functionality. The primary material used is a flexible, shock-absorbing TPU. There is also a slightly raised lip so the display will not sit on a surface and risk scratching. Nothing about this case is bulky and it looks great keeping things simple.
We want to make sure that your Galaxy S6 is protected, too, and that is why we are giving away the Spigen Capsule Solid case. The exact case we are giving away comes in black (pictured above) and usually retails for $14.99. Just last week, we gave away a similar Spigen case.
Here’s how the contest works:
- Leave a comment below telling us what you feel is the most important specification a smartphone has. Make sure your account is using a valid email address since that is how we will contact you.
- Comments can be posted until Sunday, March 22, at 11:59PM EST
- On Monday, March 23, we will select a winner at random and contact them
- Another winner will be selected if we do not hear from the initial winner within the first day or two
We will update this post once a winner has been selected, so check here often on March 23. Good luck!
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Samsung starts pushing out Lollipop OTA for the Note 4 in the UK
Samsung is now pushing out the long-awaited Lollipop update to all unlocked models of the Note 4 located in the UK. The 729.59MB upgrade transports the latest build of the Android operating system to the handset, in addition to a handful of bug fixes, stability improvements and speed optimizations.
For those in need of a refresh, the Lollipop upgrade brings support for multiple accounts, improved notifications, a smoother multitasking experience, Ambient Display, smarter internet connections and the recently-announced Material Design guidelines.
To start the update, make sure you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network. Then, from the home screen, press the Menu key, followed by Settings. Scroll to the bottom and tap ‘About Device’, followed by ‘Software Update and ‘Update Now’.
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Sprint introduces new Samsung S5, and Tab 4 and service bundle all for 100 dollars a month
Sprint released a new promotion yesterday, and it is quite the deal. For 100 dollars a month, and no money down, users can pick up a Samsung Galaxy S5®, or a Samsung Galaxy S® 5 Sport as well as a Samsung Galaxy Tab® 4(7 inch version). The S5 is almost a year old now, but it can still hold its own quite well against the flagships of 2015 as it came with the best hardware available in the Spring of 2014. In addition to the Galaxy S5, customers will also get a Tab 4 with LTE, a mid-range tablet from Samsung.
For the Galaxy S5 customers will get unlimited talk, text, and high-speed data, and for the Tab 4 they will get 2GB of data per month which is enough to post about 5000 pictures to Facebook per month, if your heart so desires. According to Sprint, this deal should save its customers about 300 dollars a month.
As an AT&T user, I value having quality cellular reception over price, but I do love that Sprint and T-Mobile are forcing the big wireless providers to get more creative with their pricing in order to keep their customers.
Customers are required to sign a 2-year contract in order to qualify for this bundle.
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Samsung Galaxy S6 does not support all features of the Android 5.0 Camera2 API
It was revealed yesterday that the Android 5.0 update on the Sony Xperia Z3 did not introduce the camera features from stock Android. Known as the Camera2 API, these features introduce the likes of RAW image capture and some other crucial features. It has now been revealed that even the Samsung Galaxy S6 , Galaxy S6 Edge and the HTC One M9 are missing these Camera2 API features.
The Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge reportedly don’t have the .dng or RAW image capture support. The two devices are also said to be lacking shutter speed control, which might come as bad news for prospective buyers of the two flagships.
SpectraStudy has compiled a list of features missing with the two devices:
- no manual white balance via RGB gains
- no custom color space conversion matrix
- no shutter speed control
- no manual exposure parameters (only rough exposure steps control)
- non-fixed metering, etc.
This also applies to other flagship devices like the HTC One M9 which was unveiled at the MWC. Interestingly, Google offers the full list of features from the Camera2 API on its Nexus devices like the Nexus 5 and the Nexus 6.
What do you make of these exclusions by major companies like Samsung? Sound off below.
Source: SpectraStudy
Via: Phone Arena
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AT&T to carry Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini on March 20
AT&T this week confirmed the upcoming availability of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini. Arriving on March 20, the device features a 4.5-inch 720p display, 16GB internal storage, and 8-megapixel rear camera.
Powered by Android 4.4.4 KitKat, the Galaxy S5 Mini packs a 1.4GHz quad-core processor and also features a 2-megapixel front-facing camera and support for up to 128GB microSD cards. As a 4G LTE device, this one is also designed for AT&T’s HD Voice capabilities.
AT&T says the Samsung Galaxy S5 will cost $429 at full retail, but will be available in AT&T Next Plans. Customers can expect payments of $14.30, $17.88, or $21.48 per month on the Next 24, Next 18, or Next 12 plans, respectively. Alternately, the phone will also be offered at $100 with a two-year service agreement.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab A and Tab A Plus announced in Russia
Earlier today Samsung held a press event in Russia, where the company announced its new Galaxy Tab A and Tab A Plus, both of which are mid-tier tablets.
The Galaxy Tab A series comes in two variants, one 8-inch and the other at 9.7-inches, both featuring a 4:3 aspect ratio and a display resolution of 1024×768 pixels. Both are also quite thin, with a depth of only 7.5mm.
The tablets also feature an unspecified quad-core processor with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB of internal memory with microSD card support (up to 128 GB extra), a 5 megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel front-facing camera and a 4,200mAh battery. The 9.7 inch Galaxy Tab A also features two speakers at the bottom, while the 8-inch model only has one.
Samsung is also making both tablets available in Wi-Fi only and LTE options. The 8-inch model will be priced at around 16,990 to 18,990 rubles for WiFi and 20,990 to 22,990 rubles if you require LTE. The 9.7-inch model with be cost between 20,990 to 22,990 rubles and 24,990 to 26,990 rubles for Wi-Fi and LTE variants respectively.
Doing the conversions, the prices range between €280/$308 and €410/$436. All models will come in a choice of blue, grey and white case color options and will be made available later in the year.
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