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Samsung buys Harman International, one of the largest audio and connected tech companies.

At the beginning of the week, we found out that the South Korea company had bought the audio leader Harman for about $8.0 billion.

Paying $112.00 per share in cash, the well-known phone and electronics manufactures decided this November 14th to enter on a definite agreement with the audio expert.

The connected car solutions Harman offer and well-known for everyone and gives Samsung access to JBL, Harman Kardon and others.

“HARMAN perfectly complements Samsung in terms of technologies, products and solutions, and joining forces is a natural extension of the automotive strategy we have been pursuing for some time,” said Oh-Hyun Kwon, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Samsung Electronics.  “As a Tier 1 automotive supplier with deep customer relationships, strong brands, leading technology and a recognized portfolio of best-in-class products, HARMAN immediately establishes a strong foundation for Samsung to grow our automotive platform. Dinesh Paliwal is a proven global leader and, in our extensive discussions, we have developed deep respect for him, his strong senior leadership team and HARMAN’s talented employees.  HARMAN’s sustained track record of rapid growth fueled by technology leadership and an unmatched automotive order pipeline reflects its commitment to innovation and customers.”

Samsung is aiming really hard at the automotive market with this deal, but we can expect some proper audio expertise on the company connected home and mobile technologies.

There are several expectations on the automotive, audio and connected technology part about it. All of which can be read on the link at the end.

What are your thoughts on this? Do you think Samsung is going to improve the sound quality on its products? Or is just going to focus on the automotive market?

Sound off below and let us know

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Samsung announces  “Galaxy Beta Program” for Android 7.0 on Galaxy S7/S7 EDGE. #Android #GalaxyS7

It was a matter of “when” instead of “If” that the guys at Samsung started trying to fix all those little details they always have had during they reign.

They are now letting users have a taste of what the upcoming versions of Android for Galaxy will feel like.

  Android 7.0 Nougat is the latest instalment of the Android ecosystem, and as far as today only two 2016 phones have it.

And something that has always been an issue with Samsung is timely updates, but this time they seem to have a different strategy to make updates faster by letting userw get involve.

The program is available since November 9th to users residing in the U.S., U.K. and Korea, with China soon to join.

Some things you need to have in mind:

For the U.K, the beta program is only available to users of S7 and S7 edge who have a non-operator locked device or have purchased an open market version.

Galaxy S7 edge Olympic Games Limited Edition and Galaxy S7 edge Injustice Edition are excluded from the program.

So if you happen to have a locked carrier version of the phone or one of those extremely rare and expensive “Special Editions” you’re so “special” that you can’t participated in something for the normal S7 user.

All you need to do to join the program is download the Galaxy Beta Program  or the Samsung Members apps.

So run as fast as you can to get your taste of Nougat and the Grace UX found on the Note7 with all those little tweaks to the AOD and other small things that will make your phone feel like new again.

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Review – Terrapin #Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Low Profile Wallet with Stand

This case is quite nice and slim with extra grip due to its thickness compared to our last case we reviewed, Overall the case fits perfectly and feels great to hold in hand with quality leather and a nice stitching around the edges it also looks good, Again its got a magnetic closure which keeps it safe and secure and the device is protected well all around. An added bonus here is there is a built in stand which gives you the option to view media without the need to have a standalone accessory and you do not need to remove the device either which is great.. Access to all ports again are present with no effort at all and the keys work quite well with good tactile feedback…

Check out the image gallery and video review below and some more details and where you can purchase the case which is quite good value.. We again would like to thank Terrapin for sending this over to us…… Check out our new FACEBOOK PAGE and come give us a like.. Any questions fire away below or on social @techbuzzireland

 

 

 

  • Very well and professionally constructed
  • Sleek look
  • Multi-angle hands-free viewing stand
  • Takes credit/debit cards
  • Keeps the phone safe but easily accessible
  • Magnetic flap stows away when phone in use
  • Fits like a glove
  • Keeps phone buttons exposed and accessible
  • Headphones & charger can be used while closed

 

 

Note: Cards should be inserted with the magnetic strip on the right hand side of the slots (by the phone) as this will ensure they are protected from demagnetization.

PERFECT FIT: This very well made Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge cover is custom designed to fit the phone like a glove. Precision cutouts for camera, ports, and buttons keep everything readily accessible. You can charge your phone without removing it from the case and listen to earphones with the case closed.

PREMIUM QUALITY AND STYLE: The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge cover combines a sleek slim fit design with quality that is built to last. Made from premium synthetic leather with secure and straight stitching you will love how it feels in the hand or pocket and it will retain its appearance after lots of wear.

CARD SLOTS AND VIEWING STAND: The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge cover is very functional and includes wallet-like features such as slots to hold cards. The multi-angle hands-free viewing stand allows your device to stand up independently in landscape orientation – great for video calls, or for viewing media.

SECURE MAGNETIC CLOSURE: A good strong reversible magnetic clasp opens and closes securely, and also folds back so it doesn’t get in the way when receiving a call or viewing the screen.

OFFERS GREAT PROTECTION TO THE PHONE: This Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge cover does a great job of protecting the phone. Get the benefit of a slim design with impact protection. This cover keeps the phone firmly secured in a rubberised hard polycarbonate shell ensuring no risk of popping out if dropped. The flip design lets you use the screen without a screen protector and prevents screen breakages when closed.

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#Review – Terrapin #Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Genuine Leather Wallet.

This is our first case in from the good guys over at Terrapin, We have a few cases to check out and there is certainly something for everyone,Ladies included, The first up the the Genuine leather wallet which looks very nice indeed giving it a nice professional look to it. It may feel a bit bulky for some but nonetheless it looks and feels great. With all ports accessible and plenty of protection all round including the camera and lens on the back these for sure are away from any harm and can be placed back down on any surface.. With internal pockets to hold credit cards and so on there is plenty of space provided here and with the option to store cash or receipts with the sleeve underneath.. Whilst it feels and looks great there is that slight bulk here but its not an off-putting caveat and the device being big as is you perhaps will not notice is too much,definitely  something for small handed folks to take into consideration,For me though it was fine given I do like the bigger device and use to the size which includes a case….

Check out the image gallery below and then head to the video review and then some highlights and a link to where you can purchase the case…  Any questions fire away below or catch us on all social at @techbuzzireland And dont forget our brand new Facebook page,Come say hi and give us a like..

 

 

 

 

 

  • Superb quality
  • Very corporate look
  • Practical and attractive
  • Soft genuine leather
  • Takes credit/debit cards plus section for cash
  • Keeps the phone safe but easily accessible
  • Magnetic catch opens and closes securely
  • Fits like a glove
  • Keeps phone buttons exposed and accessible
  • Earphones can be used when the cover is closed

 

 

Exclusively designed for the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge phone, this fantastic looking case is built to last with style. Crafted from real leather, it will wear well and maintain the look of your phone. The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge leather cover offers two-in-one value, acting as a case for your phone and a minimal wallet for maximum on-the-go convenience. It is sure to exceed your expectations.

Note: Cards should be inserted with the magnetic strip on the right hand side of the slots (by the phone) as this will ensure they are protected from demagnetization.

 

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Samsung realeased a Blue Coral version of their #GalaxyS7edge. #Android #GalaxyS7

Samsung lovers out there ended up with a broken hear after the Note7 fiasco.Some of them swiched to another company, others who remained with the brand and went for a Galazy S7 or S7 EDGE instead.

Well, now that everything has settled down and we all know the Note 7 is not coming back, the company decided this is a time to give a bonus to those loyal costumers letting them have that elusive and attractive Blue Coral color scheme on their phones.

There’s nothing really special about this S7 series besides the color, the same hardware we all know and love.

Great camera, performance, battery… Etc, but what brough you here wasn’t that. It was the chance of having something different than the rest.

Unfortunately, that’s not going to happen soon, The device is going to be launch in Taiwan by November 1st and in Singapore by the 5th.

There’s no news about availability regarding other countries but we can expect that to happen, especially thanks to the great demand that color had with the Note7.

In case you can’t wait for them to realased over our shores and you don’t mind importing, the price will be NT$24,900 ($790) which is, (to be honest) a bit higher considering the only change is a paint job.

But you tell us, Will you go for this phone just because a new color option? Do you still think the S7 EDGE is the phone to beat this year?

Let us now your though in the comment section below, or join the conversation on twitter

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Samsung unveils the #GearS3 Frontier and Classic #Smartwatch. #IFA2016 #Samsung

So here we are once more with the latest news about tech during the IFA 2016, and as we were expecting Samsung was one of the first manufacturers to offer some new goodies to consumers.

Enter the new Gear S3 smartwatch

The GS3 will be available in two variants, one for the outdoor adventurous called Frontier

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and another for the more conservatives called Classic

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This time, Samsung went all in by using their own OS to power this devices. Tizen is a truly unique platform that seems to work better with wearable tech that anything else.

Both of them look and feel more like a normal watch than previous generations, probably due the bigger display and thicker structure. Also being waterproof with IP68 gives a sense of tranquility when using them outdoor or under heavy rain.

Onto the screens, both are covered by Gorilla Glass SR+, which was specifically designed for better clarity and improved scratch resistance. Also, there’s a new “Always on display” that will show the full color watchface.

Maybe it doesn’t look as a big upgrade just from the outside, but take a look at internals and is a whole different history

As you can see, packs anything you could ask for, even a GPS to work on its own when no phone is around, also this devices will have a LTE option as well.

We suspect the bigger battery was added to accommodate the new AOD feature but Samsung has add a few extra battery saver modes to improve it, one of which will turn your fancy new smartwatch in a “dumbwatch” that will only show you the time.

Although you can activated whenever you want, it will automatically active itself when the battery drops till 5%.

Sales are expected to star in October, mostly for the BT only variant with the LTE version coming shortly after.

The Frontier will come with 2 silicone bands (one large, one small) while the Classic will come with a leather band (as you could imagine).

Cost will be around €399..Ouch…

What are your thougths on these? Will you upgrade your smartwatch game if you already have the GS2? Or will you jump on it?

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x-doria – Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Defense 360 case review. #tech #review

We have gone through some amount of cases now for the Samsung S7 range and here is one more to look at from x-doria called the defense 360 case which comes in two pieces which does look nice on your expensive 7 Edge….

The back of the case has a frosted look to it whist giving it protection it just about covers you from all angles. The back of the case sites level with the camera hump which will give you some form of protection but the fact the hump is level with the case it is still prone to getting scratched depending on the surface,this is something to keep in mind.

All corners and edges are covered on the device which is nice giving way to easy access to the ports and keys,with the transparent front on the case you can see the natural colour of the device but this is a bit of a fingerprint magnet just like the phone itself….

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Having tested the case for a few hours I did find at times having to tap icons more than once to work, I did find the top layer on the thick side which I would blame, Even standalone screen protectors for this device in particular can be are hard to come by,good ones that is due to the both sides of the device being curved..  That given you are protected but how much on a drop and hard impact is anyone’s guess, The front is a fingerprint magnet and the back is not,the back has a nice look and feel to it but overall it looks nice and offers a seamless fit surrounding the entire device and feels fine in the hand albeit a tad on the slippy side something the phone is already noted for..

To be fair the case is really to protect your device from getting scratched and yes this is what it will do but as far as for a drop I would not be sure what way the unfortunate mishap would turn out…

Check out xdoria for their full range .

 

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One for the Ladies, Samsung just unveiled a new “Pink Gold” #GalaxyS7 exclusively at BestBuy. #Android #Samsung

Although Samsung announced the Note7 recently, the S line up is not to be forgotten as they just got a new family member.

A Pink Gold coloured version

 

Maybe the photo doesn’t  let you really appreciate the theme on this variant for it’s  way more impressive live.

The only downside, as far as now you can have this phone in the US only thanks to a BestBuy deal. The good side is the fact there’s a model for each carrier including Verizon wireless.

Adding new colors at this time probably is their way to boost S7 sales now the Note7 is in town.

But to be honest, I’d have jumped  right on  was the beautiful Emerald Green color they have for the S6 edge.

But let us know, Would import this version if not available elsewhere? Or if you are in the States, will you get one for that special lady? Sound off below or join the twitter conversation

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Samsung Officially confirms they will have the Gear S3 by the end of month. #Smartwatch #GearS3

Thanks to an IFA invite, we confirmed Samsung’s new Smartwatch is just around the corner.

Although the event will take place in Berlin,  today the company shows everyone  that the Gear S3 will be unveiled on August 31st, a couple of days ahead of the main IFA presentation.

The Gear S3 is said to come in three variants, whether we’ll see a bigger display is still unknown, but we can expect the same rotary bezel found on previous generations.

Are you exited to get the next Smartwatch of the company? Will you upgrade over the S2?

Let us know in the comment section or sound off over twitter.

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