Samsung ready to begin mass production of batteries curved

Such as LG, Samsung also preparing curved to support its smartphones curved batteries. Mass production would begin shortly.

What meets the eyes when the Galaxy Round Samsung, even before its light curve is its resemblance to the Galaxy Note 3. Moreover, this similarity is also found in the bowels of Bestio except for the battery. Instead of the model of the original 3200 mAh model, its rounded variant to settle for 2800 mAh. A restiction probably due to the flatness and rigidity of the component, preventing it to occupy the entire space. In comparison, the battery of the LG G Flex, curved to follow its rounded lines, has a beautiful capacity 3500 mAh.

Of course, Samsung is not really the type to be left behind. ZDNet Korea also reported that it would soon be ready to produce its first curved battery in mass quantities. The information was confirmed by Sang Jin Park, head of Samsung SDI. Memory, Samsung SDI is specialized in the manufacture of components, including screens and batteries in particular branch.
As usual, it is likely that Samsung will sell its curved to other manufacturers batteries. Finally, if manufacturers other than him and LG want to enter the smartphone segment curved ...

Samsung sells more smartphones than Apple, Nokia and BlackBerry, meeting

Samsung confirms its position as the leading seller of smartphones worldwide, ahead of its competitors. Indeed, it would sell more smartphones than Apple, Nokia and BlackBerry together.

If times are tough for most manufacturers, this is obviously not the case for Samsung. Korean recently announced that it has sold over 40 million units of its Galaxy S4 out there six months, which were added yesterday 5 million Galaxy Note 3 shipped in the month following its launch. Add to that its input terminals and mid-range continue to sell like hotcakes.Place top smartphone vendor rightful so no surprises. But it does not stop there.
Based on a study by ABI Research, our colleagues' s Android Central reported that Samsung sell more smartphones than Apple, Nokia and BlackBerry together. Sales represent at least 35% of smartphone sales in the third quarter 2013. The benefits are obviously going to Samsung, but also with the Google Android operating system now would capture 80% of the OS market.

Samsung and Google have each brought to the top. Then difficult to imagine such a duo disappear in the future. However, the rumors seem to agree on the path to independence Korean who will soon launch its Tizen platform could eventually get rid of Android .

Samsung W2014: a clamshell smartphone Snapdragon under 800

Samsung announces the W2014, a new clamshell smartphone the best equipped.It will be marketed by China Telecom operator, probably at a very high price.

Samsung and China Telecom operators seem to have great difficulty in drawing a line on the flip phones. This format disappeared even at home, always worthy of the best equipment available, judging by the Samsung W2014 they just presented. A decidedly high-end smartphone expected to be greater than $ 1,500 price. Suffice to say that the two friends are not afraid of anything, but it's for a good cause. Indeed, the announcement was made as part of their annual charity concert "Heart Of The World."
In addition to its two screens 3.7 inches WVGA resolution smaller, the Samsung W2014 has been equipped with the famous 800 Qualcomm Snapdragon 2.3 GHz, 2 GB RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, expandable via microSD. A 13 megapixel camera has also been dragged there, and a 2 megapixel webcam. Note that the device is dual-SIM and runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. It is powered by a 1900 mAh battery and weighs some 173 grams. A nice toy anyway, to discover photos at our colleague PCPOP ...

Samsung Redwood: Exploring Tizen 2.2, video

Tizen is a new appearance on the canvas. It is this time a video of grip Samsung Redwood (Z9005) running version 2.2 of the OS.

In the month of February, Samsung took advantage of the Mobile World Congress to announce the arrival of the first Tizen smartphones before the end of the year.We are now the beginning of November and still no one has been sold, nor officially announced to the public. For their part, developers have already familiarized themselves with the OS, thanks to the famous Redwood. For the record, this is a development platform that we have already seen several times in the past, and now find ourselves in the grip of video made ​​by our colleagues Tizen Experts below .
The model is numbered Z9005 and runs Tizen 2.2. Recall that version 3.0 is currently in development and the interface could therefore know many changes before its launch. Particularly at the status bar. The video, nearly 10 minutes long, however, gives us a good overview of the previous version since it discovers and Notification Center Settings menu in detail, in addition to the camera application a little shorter. We obviously recognize some similarities with Samsung's TouchWiz overlay, but also with the Intel MeeGo also involved in the project platform. A rather promising OS in fact.

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Samsung Galaxy S3 firmware Android 4.3 Jelly Bean leak

A first version of "test" of a firmware, Android 4.3 Jelly Bean for Galaxy S3 has just made its appearance on the canvas. The more adventurous can install it manually, until the official version.

In addition to its Galaxy Note 2, Samsung has also promised to update its Galaxy S3 to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean before the end of the year. And as for phablette, a first version of the firmware is now available online through our colleague SamMobile . The more impatient, and a little bit hackers can then go there and follow the installation instructions in order to taste the penultimate version of Android - Android 4.4 with KitKat is back Friday with the Nexus 5- in advance.
Remember that it is not the official update but a test version from Samsung, compiled as of October 26. It is possible to find some bugs while all should be stable enough to follow you every day. The radius of the changes already, closer to that of newer terminals manufacturer UI.However, the various widgets Samsung have retained their original design. Samsung Knox has, meanwhile, not yet been integrated into the firmware.
Many changes are still expected by the deployment of the update, but it's a good start. Samsung this time seems on track to meet its timetable.

Samsung: the draft connected glasses with integrated headphones

Technology: The details of a patent has been registered in South Korea by Samsung unveil a concept connected to sporty glasses. Associated with a smartphone, they would take calls, receive notifications and listen to music.

After revealing earlier this week projects Microsoft for connected glasses, the Wall Street Journal publishes information indicating that Samsung also ahead of his side. A recently registered in South Korea patent describes a concept connected glasses.

Equipped with a pair of headphones and a translucent screen, they would connect a smartphone to be able to make calls, receive notifications, or listen to music. Quite close to that of Google Glass, with the difference that the patent Samsung evokes sports eyewear concept. Imagine what a lightweight, waterproof and can be optimized for specific applications facility.

Interviewed by the Wall Street Journal, Samsung has not commented on the desired information.But it is surprising that the Korean giant does not invest in that market at one time or another.(Eureka Press)

Galaxy Gear: a rate of mass return at Best Buy

Technology: According to figures released by the great American brand Best Buy, the Samsung Galaxy Gear watch recorded a return rate of 30% from customers who are not satisfied.

Panned by critics, watch Galaxy Gear would not raise either the enthusiasm of overseas consumers. This at least suggests that the information from the large specialized teaches Best Buy.

According to an internal document that has acquired Geek.com , the return rate of the Samsung shows reach 30%. Design not very successful, very limited accounting, high price, the Galaxy Gear quickly made ​​unanimously against it, so much a rumor suggests the arrival of a new model from January 2014.

Expanded compatibility 

Meanwhile, Samsung is trying to limit the damage by expanding its compatibility with smartphone models. In a statement released last week, the Korean giant announced that the Galaxy Gear will work with the Galaxy S4, S3 and Note 2 with the update to Android 4.3.

The latter began to be deployed, especially in Germany. A second update scheduled for late October will extend support to the Galaxy Galaxy S4 Gear mini S4 Active, 5.8 Mega, Mega and S4 6.3 zoom. (Eureka Press)