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Samsung Diversifies AI PC Lineup with New Galaxy Book5 Pro and Galaxy Book5 360

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global launch of the Galaxy Book5 Pro and Galaxy Book5 360, expanding the Galaxy Book5 lineup to meet a wider range of AI needs for all users. Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2) featuring NPUs up to 47 TOPs, these latest PCs come directly integrated with Galaxy AI capabilities like the innovative AI Select[i] as well as cutting-edge features that deliver personalised experiences across the Galaxy ecosystem. With the addition of AI Select, PC users can easily search anything, anytime with a simple click, just like on their phone except on a much larger, immersive display.

“We are thrilled to make Galaxy AI and cutting-edge innovation accessible to more people than ever before, addressing their unique productivity needs on PC and other Galaxy devices,” said Changtae Kim, EVP & Head of New Computing R&D Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Alongside our trusted industry partners, we are delivering an AI experience on Galaxy Book that empowers users to work, create and connect in more intelligent ways through our growing ecosystem.”

A Powerful Experience for High Productivity

For those with high demand workflows, these thin and light AI PCs deliver the strong performance needed in an ultra-portable, premium design. The Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) have an advanced NPU capable up to 47 TOPs, meaning users can easily complete AI-intensive tasks at incredible speed.

Up to 25-hour video playback on the Galaxy Book5 Pro 16” keeps you connected wherever you are, resulting in far fewer interruptions. Even when you do need to charge it’s super-fast, up to 35% in just 30 minutes.

Optimised for even more efficiency, discover the Galaxy Book5 Pro’s Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 3K high resolution and up to 120HZ refresh rate, bringing vivid visuals to life, smoothing motion and reducing blue light emission. Use the touchscreen to quickly navigate apps, edit content and fine-tune projects with multi-touch gestures and control right at your fingertips. You can even take your work outside thanks to Vision Booster on the Galaxy Book5 Pro, which uses tone mapping to adjust the contrast and colours depending on light conditions, giving you the freedom to create wherever inspiration sparks.

Quad speakers and Dolby Atmos deliver balanced and powerful immersive audio for the ultimate surround sound experience. Paired with the 38mm woofers on the Galaxy Book5 Pro 16”, these speakers allow users to hear the difference with deeper bass for both entertainment and professional use, double the size of the 18mm woofers on Galaxy Book4 Pro.

Harness a More Seamless AI Ecosystem Workflow 

Boost your productivity and creativity with new AI-powered and cross-device experiences. The Galaxy Book5 series enhances the AI PC experience at blazingly fast speeds while intelligently bridging on-device and cloud-based processing.

Discover all the new ways Galaxy AI works for you, directly on your Galaxy Book5 series.

  • AI Select is an easy way to find information you need while web browsing, shopping, viewing content and more. Simply click on the icon and select the desired search area to instantly retrieve relevant search results, just like on your smartphone or tablet.
  • Photo Remaster retouches images and cleans up blurry photos. Powered by advanced NPU-driven AI solutions, even old photos can become high-quality visuals with sharper details.

Microsoft Phone Link expands Galaxy AI access native to Galaxy mobile devices for heightened productivity on a bigger PC screen. Familiar features, like Live Translate and Transcript Assist, continue to drive AI experiences with even more exciting features that are specifically designed to elevate the Windows 11 PC-Galaxy connection set to arrive with upcoming Galaxy S series devices

  • Nearby devices centralises your Galaxy connected experience so you can immediately launch or change settings for Galaxy devices around you.
  • Storage Share means you can directly access files from connected devices without having to download them individually, using your phone, tab and PC as one device.
  • Multi Control lets you multitask seamlessly across Samsung devices with unified control – easily navigate menus, access files, and copy and paste content between your Galaxy smartphone, Galaxy Tab, Samsung TV or Smart monitor.
  • Second Screen turns your Galaxy Tab into a secondary screen to your PC with the click of a button, doubling your workspace.
  • Quick Share makes sharing pictures, documents and large files between Samsung Galaxy devices a breeze. Even if it’s something sensitive, the private sharing feature encrypts your data for safekeeping.

Samsung’s Trusted Platform

Thanks to a discrete security chip designed to shield your device in real time for the Galaxy Book5 Pro, Samsung Knox ensures a secure and collaborative privacy foundation. Windows 11 builds on that security layer to create a holistic Secured-core PC privacy experience. Plus, with on-device AI feature available, Galaxy devices can process user functions without uploading data to the cloud, ensuring enhanced user privacy. You are always in control and protected with security you can trust.

 

Availability + Pricing

The Galaxy Book5 Pro (starting from: €1849 RRP) and Galaxy Book5 360 (starting from: €1549 RRP) will be available for pre-order in Ireland from 22 January before going on general sale on 07 February. For more information about the Galaxy Book5 series, please visit: : www.samsung.com/ie/computers

Store availability is as follows:

  • Galaxy Book 5 360: Starting RRP is €1,549 in Harvey Norman and Samsung.com
  • Galaxy Book 5 Pro: Starting RRP is €1,849 Samsung.com

 

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

 

 

Galaxy Book5 Pro (16-inch)
Dimensions* 355.4 x 250.4 x 12.5mm
*Accuracy of numbers may vary depending on measurements used.
Weight* 1.56 kg
OS* Windows 11 Home
Display 16.0-inch* 16:10 Touch AMOLED, WQXGA+ (2880×1800), 500nits**, 48~120Hz VRR, 120% DCI-P3 Colour volume
*Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.

**400nits (Typical), 500nits (HDR Contents only)
Processor* Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor (Intel EVO™)
NPU Intel® AI Boost NPU
Graphic* Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Shared)
Network* Bluetooth v5.4 / Wi-Fi 7
*Actual speed may vary by market, carrier and user environment. Wi-Fi 7 availability may vary due to OS version, market, location, network conditions and other factors. Wi-Fi 7 wireless network routers required and sold separately.
Colour Grey
Memory* 16GB
Storage 512 GB / 1TB
*Actual storage space availability may vary depending on pre-installed software and by market, file size and format.
Camera 2MP (1080p FHD), Staggered HDR
Microphone / Speaker Studio-quality dual microphones / Quad speaker (Woofer Max 5W x 2, Tweeter 3.3W x 2), Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard* Pro Keyboard with Numeric Key (Backlit)
Battery* 76.1 Wh (Typical)
*Typical value of battery capacity tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging* 65W USB Type-C Adapter
*The inbox charger and data cable are USB Type-C.
Port* TBT4(2), USB-A(1), Micro SD, HP, HDMI 2.1 (Supports 8K@60Hz, 5K@120Hz)
*Actual speed of USB may vary depending on user environment.

Galaxy Book5 Pro (14-inch)
Dimensions* 312.3 x 223.8 x 11.6mm
Weight* 1.23 kg
OS* Windows 11 Home
Display 14.0-inch* 16:10 Touch AMOLED, WQXGA+ (2880×1800), 500nits**, 48~120Hz VRR, 120% DCI-P3 Colour volume
*Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.

**400nits (Typical), 500nits (HDR Contents only)
Processor* Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor (Intel EVO™)
NPU Intel® AI Boost NPU
Graphic* Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Shared)
Network* Bluetooth v5.4 / Wi-Fi 7
*Actual speed may vary by market, carrier and user environment. Wi-Fi 7 availability may vary due to OS version, market, location, network conditions and other factors. Wi-Fi 7 wireless network routers required and sold separately.
Colour Grey
Memory* 16GB
Storage 512 GB / 1TB
Camera 2MP (1080p FHD), Staggered HDR
Microphone / Speaker Studio-quality dual microphones / Quad speaker (Woofer Max 5W x 2, Tweeter 2W x 2), Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard* Pro Keyboard (Backlit)
Battery* 63.1 Wh (Typical)
*Typical value of battery capacity tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging* 65W USB Type-C Adapter
*The inbox charger and data cable are USB Type-C.
Port* TBT4(2), USB-A(1), Micro SD, HP, HDMI 2.1 (Supports 8K@60Hz, 5K@120Hz)
*Actual speed of USB may vary depending on user environment.

Galaxy Book5 360 (15-inch)
Dimensions* 355.4 x 228.0 x 13.7mm
*Accuracy of numbers may vary depending on measurements used.
Weight* 1.46 kg
OS* Windows 11 Home
Display 15.6-inch* 16:9 Touch AMOLED FHD (1920×1080), 500nits**, 60Hz, 120% DCI-P3 Colour volume
*Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.

**370nits (Typical), 500nits (HDR Contents only)
Processor* Intel® Core™ Ultra 7/5 Processor (Intel EVO™)
NPU Intel® AI Boost NPU
Graphic* Intel® Arc™ Graphics (Shared)
Network* Bluetooth v5.4 / Wi-Fi 7
*Actual speed may vary by market, carrier and user environment. Wi-Fi 7 availability may vary due to OS version, market, location, network conditions and other factors. Wi-Fi 7 wireless network routers required and sold separately.
Colour Grey
Memory* 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512 GB / 1TB
*Actual storage space availability may vary depending on pre-installed software and by market, file size and format.

**Availability may vary by model and/or market
Camera 2MP (1080p FHD)
Microphone / Speaker Dual microphones, Stereo Speaker (2W* 2),Dolby Atmos®
Keyboard* Pro Keyboard with Numeric Key (Backlit)
Battery* 68.1 Wh (Typical)
*Typical value of battery capacity tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging* 65W USB Type-C Adapter
*The inbox charger and data cable are USB Type-C.
Port* TBT4(2), USB-A(1), Micro SD, HP, HDMI
*Actual speed of USB may vary depending on user environment.

*Specifications may vary by market.

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

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X-Doria Unveils Ultra Protective Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus Cases

X-Doria, the leading manufacturer of fashion-forward protective accessories, is introducing three stylish case collections to outfit and protect the new Samsung S8 phones. The premium collection consists of Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus cases, designed with distinct aesthetics to appeal to individual personalities and now featuring a new and improved one-piece construction.

 

 

 

X-Doria’s Defense Lux for Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus combines refined luxury and durability to create the ultimate protective case. Defense Lux features an improved, one-piece, simple snap-on construction, engineered with a soft inner rubber layer, impact resistant polycarbonate backing, and machined with an aluminum outer frame. The aluminium outer frame protects the perimetre of the Galaxy, whilst inside, the soft rubber wraps around the phone protecting it from up to 10’ (3m) drops on concrete, exceeding military drop test standards (MIL-STD-810G).  For a more sophisticated look, an additional back panel is included, available in a choice of Black Carbon Fibre, Black Leather, or Rosewood. The cases can be purchased for £29.99 (£34.99 Rosewood) on Amazon.co.uk or XDoriaLife.com for Samsung Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8 Plus.

 

 

The Defense Shield series merges polycarbonate, soft rubber and anodized aluminium to form the ultimate in protection for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus.  X-Doria utilises machined metal as opposed to plastic to ensure its Defense Shield provides military-level drop protection that has been tested to survive 10’ (3m) drops on concrete, surpassing the MIL-STD-810G standards for protection. The back perimetre of the S8 is protected by machined aluminium while the edges are wrapped with soft rubber, ensuring the metal never touches the device. The screen is protected from surface scratches by a raised lip, and the rear is shielded by an improved & hardened clear polycarbonate, protecting the device without covering it up. The simple, one-piece, snap-on construction requires no tools for assembly. Available for £24.99 on Amazon.co.uk or XDoriaLife.com for Samsung Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8 Plus.

 

 

Defense Clear is a see-through case, available for Samsung S8 and S8 Plus, with triple layer shock protection, designed to actively deflect the force of drops away from the phone, while maintaining a lightweight and ultra-slim look. The protective case is engineered with two layers of shock absorbing rubber, including a scientifically proven DropShield™ edge lining that hardens on contact. This offers the ultimate drop protection, exceeding MIL-STD-810G by protecting for drops from 10’ (3m) safeguarding all sides of the phone. The Defense Clear is available in multiple colours including Black & White. Available for £24.99 on Amazon.co.uk and XDorialife.com for Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8 Plus.

 

 

Defense 360 is the ultimate lightweight and clear case, available for Samsung S8 and S8 Plus, providing full screen protection with full touch control. Defense 360 has an industry first, hard injected protective shield that completely covers the front, sides and back of the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. This allows total control of the phones multi-touch screen; a perfect alternative to the sometimes tricky task of applying a screen protector with the curved screen edge. The tough polycarbonate construction provides all around protection from scratches, marks, and other hazards. Available for £19.99 on Amazon.co.uk and XDorialife.com for Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8 Plus.

For more information on X-Doria’s Samsung S8 and S8 Plus case collection, please visit XDoriaLife.com.

About X-Doria:

X-Doria is a leading innovator of fashion-forward and technology accessories for mobile lifestyles. Based in Santa Monica, CA, X-Doria incorporates the city’s warm and vivacious design in its iPhone, Samsung, and Apple Watch accessories. With its approachable and customer-centric design, the company’s mission is to consistently push the boundaries of innovation. Using a focused approach that rapidly tracks changing style trends, X-Doria responds with the best, top-of-the-line designs and military-grade protection. X-Doria’s marquee products continue to lead the way in mobile accessories for a new generation of style-conscious mobile consumers. Its products can be found at major retailers, with distribution around the world. Learn more about X-Doria at www.xdorialife.com.

 

 

 

Tech21 Announce World’s Clearest Case,Edge to Edge Screen Shield for Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+

Following the Samsung S8 and S8+ announcement, tech21 has unveiled its brand new ‘Designed for Samsung’ range including the patented dual-layer application screen shield for the edge screen, and the most transparent clear case on the market.

 

Tech21, the number one phone protection brand in the UK for mobile devices, today launched its new and innovative ‘Designed for Samsung’ range for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+. The range includes a unique and patented screen shield for the S8’s edge screen and the most transparent clear case on the market.

 

Leading the way in innovation, design and protection, tech21 has developed Pure Clear, a near invisible case that does not compromise phone performance. Pure Clear is significantly more transparent and has better clarity than any other clear case available today. Created using tech21’s unique R&D facilities at the National Physical Laboratory*, the revolutionary new design offers 3.7 times more effective protection than the current market leading clear case* yet is 50% thinner and 50% lighter.

 

 

Tech21 continues to transform the impact protection landscape with the Impact Shield Anti-Scratch screen protector – the brand’s first protective shield for edge screen devices. The product features a patented two stage application allowing for simple, bubble free application and strong, lasting adhesion. It is designed to work perfectly with the curves of the S8’s screen, holding the shield securely in place, while the addition of BulletShield™ technology, also used in bullet proof glass, absorbs impact force and protects the screen from drops.

 

The new range of Samsung Galaxy S8 cases and Galaxy S8+ cases and screen shields also includes:

 

  • 2 in 1 Evo Wallet – More protection. More convenience

An innovative design that gives you 2 cases in 1. With two card slots concealed in the Evo Wallet’s detachable cover, your cards are kept secure and easily accessible. And when you don’t need the extra storage, unclip the front cover and convert it into a slim, lightweight case.

Evo Wallet also features FlexShock™ (an ultra-efficient impact absorbing material) and an all-new 3-layer impact absorption system which offers 3m/10ft drop protection whilst being significantly thinner than previous versions. Availability: O2, EE and tech21.com. RRP: £39.95

 

  • Evo Tactical – Durable protection. Refined 

Designed to endure the busy day ahead while complementing your smartphone’s premium, refined design.  Featuring FlexShock™ and an all-new 3-layer impact absorption system Evo Tactical now offers 3m/10ft drop protection. Availability: O2 and tech21.com. RRP: £29.95

 

  • Evo Check – More protection. More personality

Ultra-thin, lightweight and with 3m/10ft drop protection thanks to FlexShock™. The best-selling case returns with its unique check pattern in a range of refreshed colours, including Smokey/Black, Clear/White, Light Blue and Rose Tint. Availability: O2,Three and tech21.com. RRP: £29.95

  • Pure Clear – Protect. Reveal. 

The most transparent clear case on the market with 2m/6.6ft drop protection thanks to BulletShield™, an impact material also used in bulletproof glass. BulletShield™ absorbs impact force and stops that force from passing through to your phone. Pure Clear is so thin and lightweight you’ll soon forget it’s there – the perfect fit for those who don’t usually opt for a phone case. Availability: O2, EE, Three andtech21.com. RRP: £29.95

 

 

 

  • Impact Shield Anti Scratch – Unbeatable protection for edge screens

Tech21’s first edge screen shield, with a patented application process that will banish the poor experiences many have had with the current edge screen protectors on the market. The unique design allows for hassle free application combined with strong, lasting, edge to edge coverage of the Galaxy S8 edge screen. Impact Shield Anti Scratch brings the outstanding impact protection of BulletShield™ to edge screen devices for the first time. Availability: O2,Three and tech21.com. RRP £29.95

 

 

“Innovation and providing the best impact protection for smartphone devices is always at the forefront of tech21’s design process. Along with the launch of three of our bestselling cases for the Samsung S8, we are proud to come to market with two world-firsts. Exhibiting our dedication to the science behind protection, we’re proud to offer products that really work whilst being so light and thin that users won’t even notice they’re there” said Jason Roberts, Founder of tech21.

 

All products are available to view here.

https://www.tech21.com/en_gb/smartphones/samsung-mobile-cases-and-covers/galaxy-s8-cases

https://www.tech21.com/en_gb/smartphones/samsung-mobile-cases-and-covers/galaxy-s8-plus-cases

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ pre-orders now live. Irish pricing included. #SamsungS8

The new duo just announced goes on sale next month but there is some price differences.. .

The much awaited news from Samsung and the S8 and S8+ has dropped today but by looking at the prices from the UK sim- free buyers will have to fork out iPhone prices to get their hands on the latest flagships from the Korean giant and with a bad year behind them they hope to rectify things this time around with the new powerhouses…. Check out the main players prices that are now available..

 

 

“The Samsung Galaxy S8 ushers in a new era of smartphone design and fantastic new services, opening up new ways to experience the world,” said DJ Koh, President of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “The Galaxy S8 is our testament to regaining your trust by redefining what’s possible in safety and marks a new milestone in Samsung’s smartphone legacy.”

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8Ert5yjMV4

 

  • Premium Camera: The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ are equipped with an advanced 8MP F1.7 Smart autofocus front camera and 12MP F1.7 Dual Pixel rear camera for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing1.
  • Powerful Performance: Packing powerful performance and connectivity, the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ feature the industry’s first 10 nm chip, enabling heightened speed and efficiency.
  • Robust Entertainment: As the world’s first mobile device certified by the UHD Alliance as MOBILE HDR PREMIUMTM, Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ let you see much richer colors and more immersive experiences while watching your favorite shows. In addition, the devices offer next-level gaming experiences with vivid and superior graphic technology, as well as Game Pack, featuring top game titles, including select titles supported by the Vulkan API.
  • Mobile Security: Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ are built on Samsung Knox, a defense-grade security platform2. In addition, the devices will offer a selection of biometric authentication, including a fingerprint scanner and iris scanner so users can select the method that works best for them.

Pre-orders are now live and there is some differences here on offer from the Irish Networks…

 

First up is Three Ireland you can see more over HERE 

The S8 is €799 on pre-pay and S8+ is €899 on pre-pay

 

 

Next up is Vodafone Ireland – See more HERE 

 

 

And Finally Meteor Mobile Ireland – See more HERE 

 

You’ll be able to get a Galaxy Note7 after all… well kind of. #Note7 #Samsung

You have to question the timing here. 

A couple of weeks back we heard the rumor that Samsung was going to sell again the Note7 devices they had returned due defective hardware.

The Korean giant itself said that was not true soon afterwards, but we received an official press release saying otherwise.

Apparently the deal consist on different scenarios where you could actually get a Note7 as a refurbished unit or even “rent” one where available.

Devices that cannot be given back to customers, will be recycle in an environmental way and the elements that can’t go for that process will be used for test samples.

Yet its still to be seen where they’re going to be available and what exactly they meant by “rent” a device.

Samsung share no information regarding prices or markets that could find the devices in store. But as soon as we have more information we will let you now if you would be actually able to get one.

But if it’s possible, would you get yourself a Note7 again? Would you go for the upcoming S8 or wait for Note8?

Let us know below in the comments or join us over Twitter

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Samsung decreases Galaxy A series price before S8 availability. #Samsung #GalaxyA2017

Earlier  this year Samsung announced the 2017 update to the Galaxy A series.

We already covered  everything you need to know about the devices, they are Awesome mid-to-high end smartphones.

Almost like a S7  in new form, the only downside we found was the price, a bit high considering you could get a proper S6 or even an S7 for almost the same price.

Well, looking down the market we discover that Samsung without any fanfare lower the prices of the Galaxy A5 and A3

Originally, the first one was price at €430 while the A3 was at €330.

But now, the Koreans quietly cut those prices to make them even more affordable.

The A5 is €370, while the A3 is at €310. This new price tags makes these awesome devices a complete bargain.

If you were not sure before now is your time to get your hands on any off the two or even the A7 if you prefer a bigger display.

But do you think is strictly related with the S8 announcement?

Let us know in the comments below

Samsung sends out invitations to their upcoming press conference #MWC2017. #Samsung #Android #Press

Even though we knew there was not going to be a Galaxy S8 during the first big trade show this year, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) is set to have a Samsung presentation nevertheless.

No words yet on what to expect during the presentation, but for the teaser unveiled by the team responsible for one of the best Android Tablets available, it seems pretty possible we are going to get the third generation of the Galaxy Tab S series..

The Galaxy Tab S3 has been long rumored lately, and the image leaves nothing else to imagination.

Details  of it are not clear yet, as we don’t know if it will come with Snapdragon or Samsung’s own Exynos 700 series processor on board, or we’ll get two variants for different markets.

Different products will be unveiled as well, but names have yet to be said for us to know the new toys from Samsung.

Set to happen  on February 26 (Sun) 19:00 CET at Palau de Congressos de Catalunya, Barcelona.

As usual, conference will be streamed Live over www.samsung.com/galaxy

You can find all the information about the products and availability right here after, so stay tuned for more coverage as well everything related to #MWC2017

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Review – Samsung Galaxy S 7 Edge Evo Wallet from @Tech21Official #Review #Cases

Been a while since we checked out a case for the S 7 Edge so here is a new one we just received from Tech21.Com.

This is called the Evo Wallet and has all the features you would expect to find on a good case today. Even down to the presentation this case will certainly suit anyone hunting for a new case for the pricey S 7 Edge.

 

The packaging to begin with is quite nice and comes with plenty of information on both side and then you slide out the case via the tab on the side so overall presentation is good here an hats up for that, I hate lousy packaging. Also what is worth noting is the is a lifetime warranty which is excellent and not something you see everyday…

 

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The case comes with all the requirements for today’s need with protection and functionality alongside serving the purpose its set out to do. Its got a good coating to begin with and adds that much more grip,this is throughout the case,even on its sides which is excellent as you know the device is slippy when naked and as I always say CASE UP..

 

 

There is a nice magnetic closure on the back which not only works fine it looks great too giving it that premium and robust look though not adding much bulk to the device,after some use you will not notice the difference, However these fold over cases are not for everyone as the same flip cases, Some prefer just back and sides protection having immediate access to the screen and so on but again we all have our own needs, Having said that there is a notification area atop so you will see any missed notifications there via the flashing LED. Buttons also worked fine throughout and the camera area is well protected so the case can be placed back down with nothing to worry about.

 

 

There is also a credit card slot built in here too and I know there is alot who like to don these kind of cases these days, personally I am not one of these but I do make exceptions for nice cases minus my credit cards. Not only do we have the wallet feature we can turn the device on its side and enjoy media consumption too without having to remove the case and just let it sit there, We all use our devices now more than ever for media consumption and having this feature is a welcome move for anyone.Also note ports. All are accessible and the speaker is not covered either, no snagging of cable’s and so on and a wide variety of cables seemed to work fine. Depending on case sometimes all cables may not fit depending on manufacturer and would have a thicker housing particularly with micro USB. 

 

 

Overall this case will suit anyone no matter how fussy,its got the protection where needed with good solid corners yet the material is soft around the edges with no hindrance to the keys which is important and not forgetting the camera protection too, It looks good and feels good to hold and offers good protection on the front for the screen as that is the most expensive worry should you drop it,there is a lip around the top and bottom and adequate side protection keeping in mind with a double edge its limited as to how high on the sides it goes, Regardless you can still access the Apps Edge if you use it or simply disable it..

You can buy the case in either Pink or Black over at tech21.com and check out their other huge range of cases available.. Thanks again to the guys there for sending this over for us to check out…

 

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Samsung unveils the new Galaxy A series for 2017 before #CES2017. #Samsung #GalaxyA #Android

With CES2017 just around the corner, we expect many tech related thing to be found this week. But Samsung just jump before anyone else letting us have a glimpse of what the future may bring.

Enter the Galaxy A series 2017

The A variant from the Galaxy series has become a standard for mid ranger phones on recent years. But this time, the Korean company simply place them on an entire different level.

This year version of smartphones add completely new features and improved over ones already good to make it even better.

Now, we have 3D glass on the back too as well as IP68 for water and dust protection. A first for the series.

Also now they come with “enhanced front and rear 16-megapixel cameras“ with a simplified UX, for better and easier to take pictures and selfies by using the screen as front flash for those low light shots.

If on top of that, you give the phone USB Type-C and the Always On Display what we have a practically a shrunken Galaxy S7

But don’t take my word, take a look at the specs for yourself:

Samsung Galaxy A7 Product Specifications:

Galaxy A7
Network LTE Cat.6 * May differ by markets and mobile operators
Display 5.7” FHD Super AMOLED
AP 1.9GHz Octa Core
OS Android 6.0.16 (Marshmallow)
Camera Rear : 16MP (F1.9), Front : 16MP (F1.9)
Video MPEG4, H.265(HEVC), H.264(AVC), H.263, VC-1, MP43, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, VP9
Audio MP3, AAC LC/AAC+/eAAC+,AMR-NB, AMR-WB, WMA, FLAC, Vorbis, Opus
Additional features MST technology(Samsung Pay), Samsung KNOX, S-Voice, Dual SIM option
* Samsung Pay launches may vary by market-readiness
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth® v 4.2, ANT+,
USB Type-C,NFC (UICC, eSE)
Sensor Accelerometer, Proximity, Geomagnetic, RGB Light, Hall
Fingerprint scanner, Barometer
IP Code IP68
Memory 3GB RAM + 32GB Storage
Micro SD slot (up to 256GB)
Dimension 156.8 x 77.6 x 7.9mm
Battery 3,600mAh, Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy A3 Product Specifications:

Galaxy A3
Network LTE Cat.6 * May differ by markets and mobile operators
Display 4.7” HD Super AMOLED
AP 1.6GHz Octa Core
OS Android 6.0.16 (Marshmallow)
Camera Rear : 13MP (F1.9), Front : 8MP (F1.9)
Video MPEG4, H.265(HEVC), H.264(AVC), H.263, VC-1, MP43, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, VP9
Audio MP3, AAC LC/AAC+/eAAC+,AMR-NB, AMR-WB, WMA, FLAC, Vorbis, Opus
Additional features MST technology(Samsung Pay), Samsung KNOX, S-Voice, Dual SIM option
* Samsung Pay launches may vary by market-readiness
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth® v 4.2, ANT+,
USB Type-C, NFC (UICC)
Sensor Accelerometer, Proximity, Geomagnetic, RGB Light, Hall, Fingerprint Scanner, Barometer
IP Code IP68
Memory 2GB RAM + 16GB Storage
Micro SD slot (up to 256GB)
Dimension 135.4 x 66.2 x 7.9mm
Battery 2,350mAh

Samsung Galaxy A5 Product Specifications:

Galaxy A5
Network LTE Cat.6 * May differ by markets and mobile operators
Display 5.2” FHD Super AMOLED
AP 1.9GHz Octa Core
OS Android 6.0.16 (Marshmallow)
Camera Rear : 16MP (F1.9), Front : 16MP (F1.9)
Video MPEG4, H.265(HEVC), H.264(AVC), H.263, VC-1, MP43, WMV7, WMV8, VP8, VP9
Audio MP3, AAC LC/AAC+/eAAC+,AMR-NB, AMR-WB, WMA, FLAC, Vorbis, Opus
Additional features MST technology(Samsung Pay), Samsung KNOX, S-Voice, Dual SIM option
* Samsung Pay launches may vary by market-readiness
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth® v 4.2, ANT+,
USB Type-C, NFC (UICC, eSE)
Sensor Accelerometer, Proximity, Geomagnetic, RGB Light, Hall
Fingerprint scanner, Barometer
IP Code IP68
Memory 3GB RAM + 32GB Storage
Micro SD slot (up to 256GB)
Dimension 146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9mm
Battery 3,000mAh, Fast Charge

As you can see front the images above, the A3 variant is the only on with any kind of downgrade, but is something that you may expect for the smaller brother of the three.

The only bad thing about the newer phones sis that they come with Android 6.0 but is safe to assume Samsung will update the OS to the latest version.

All three will be available starting the Month on Russia, with more countries soon to follow in the coming weeks, but no specific date from Samsung yet.

All will be found in four-color options: Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist and Peach Cloud.

There’s no work on pricing yet, buis to be expected we’ll see them from around $350 to $490

But tell us, What do you think about the new A series 2017? Would you get one once they become available in your region?

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