Samsung has unveiled its Smart Touch Remote Control that will improve the user experience of 2012 range of Smart TVs. The remote boasts something called as Edge User Interface that keeps out the clutter you’d normal find on a conventional remote control and integrates minimal keys – volume, channel. frequently used channel etc.

Moreover, the remote control features a trackpad so as to enable easier web browsing on the Smart TV and comes with voice recognition which will be supported in the ES8000 Smart TV.

The remote will work with Samsung TVs, set-top box and Blu-ray player.

Accessory maker, iLuv who is also the official partner of Samsung Mobile’s Application Partner Program announced the world’s first audio docking station for Galaxy Tab devices. Compatible with both Galaxy Tab 10.1 and Galaxy Tab 8.9, the iSM524 ArtStation Pro complements Galaxy Tab’s slender looks and is equipped with jAura Sound technology to output top notch audio quality.

Additionally, the dock supports both portrait and landscape viewing options, charges Galaxy Tab and can be controlled with the bundled IR remote control.

The iSM524 ArtStation Pro will be available from this month for $149.99.

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Any gadget looks beautiful when it is used in its original form, without any modification or protection. However, trying to maintain the same sheen on the gadget as it was on day one becomes difficult when the gadget in question is a smartphone that stays in one’s pocket for most of the time, battling with keys and other stuff that would eventually scratch the phone. Also, one needs to protect the priced possession from bumps and falls. Same is the case with Samsung’s power packed Galaxy S II.

Otterbox a known brand for device cases recently came out with a new case for Galaxy S II (I9100) and we’re obliged to try the latest offering. Otterbox case series are differentiated into – Defender (Rugged), Reflex (Adaptive), Commuter (Stylish) and Impact (Durable). The case for Galaxy S II belongs to the Commuter series that not only promises to protect the device but also look aesthetically appealing when covering the smartphone.

Having used an ‘affordable’ (read cheap) case before for Galaxy S II, Otterbox case’s design seemed a welcome change. Otterbox uses two-pronged protection to save your precious Galaxy S II from untoward scratches and bumps. First is the silicone cover that sits nicely on the phone providing a cushion to the phone and second is the rigid polycarbonate case that keeps the silicone tightly in place and also adds grip to the device. Another good thing about the silicone cover is that it plugs all exposed ports like the 3.5mm headphone jack on the top and the microUSB port at the bottom. The only thing that remains exposed is understandably, the camera lens and the flash and the loudspeaker at the back.

To sweeten things further, Otterbox also bundles a touchscreen protector. Admittedly, an add-on to the case but screen protector’s quality could’ve been improved. The screen protector seemed flimsy and of low quality.

So is it worth the asking price? A definite yes considering a two-layer protection and also comparing with other competitive cases, not many give the durability and protection as an Otterbox case does.

It is available on Otterbox.com for $35 but you can get the same case for just $18.60 from Amazon.

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Samsung has developed a higher capacity 2000mAh Galaxy S II battery for those who feel 1650mAh is less for Galaxy S II. The extended battery kit hasn’t been confirmed by Samsung but is apparently on sale on a Czech shop where it retails for $33. A lucky buyer managed to get one and claims the extra 350mAh has made the battery a bit thicker, which is why Samsung is also bundling a battery cover along with it.

The 2000mAh battery is rated to give a talk time of up to 11.8 hours on 2G and 6 hours on 3G.

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Samsung has launched a new range of SD cards that boast the highest Class 10 rating. The new Plus and Essential range comprising of SD and microSD cards are now rated at Class 10, which is said to be apt for use in devices supporting full HD recording.

A Class 10 card ensures faster transmission with a minimum write speed of 10MB/s and read speed of 24MB/s.

The 8GB and 16GB Plus microSD are priced at 19,000 won and 36,000 won respectively whereas the SD range pricing starts from 10,000 won.

There’s no denial that Anymode’s Smart Case looks similar to Apple iPad’s Smart Cover. However, Samsung has stepped in confirming they had nothing to do with it.

Samsung says they generally review and then certify accessories with the “Designed for Samsung Mobile” mark but Samsung didn’t certify this Anymode case.

We are working with Anymode to address this oversight and the product has already been removed from the Anymode sales website. The product has not been sold.

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Any product is incomplete with its set of accessories and Samsung’s Galaxy S II is no different. We manage to get our hands on Galaxy S II’s official Desktop Dock, MHL Cable and an HS3000 Bluetooth Stereo Headset. HS3000 Bluetooth Headset.

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With phones like Galaxy S II that can capture video at 1080p resolution it is important for the device to transmit data to the storage without any issues. This is why, Samsung has introduced new 20nm-class microSD cards with a speed rating of class 10.

The new 32GB microSD cards integrate 32Gb 3-bit NAND flash memory chips and a proprietary 3-bit NAND controller that helps to deliver high speeds like write speed at up to 12MB/s and read speed at 24MB/s. In comparison, the new card’s speed is more than double the speed of class 4 microSD cards.

Samsung has announced number of accessories that can be bought with Galaxy Tab 10.1. The tablet that is now on sale in United States can be complemented with an array of docking, charging or protective case solutions.

The Galaxy Tab can be docked on a multi-media dock in landscape view allowing the Tab 10.1 to charge or sync to a PC. The dock also has a HDMI pass through that can be used with an HDMI adapter.

As for the cases, Samsung will sell a Bluetooth keyboard case, a Book Cover case to protect Galaxy Tab 10.1 against bumps and scratches and a Leather Pouch.

The accessories will be available from mid-summer.

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Samsung’s QWERTY TV remote control for Smart TV has been announced for the South Korean market. Compatible with the latest range of Smart TVs, the new remote can be used with TVs to search, tweet etc.

The remote is a dual-sided one with one side featuring regular remote controls while the other is equipped with QWERTY keyboard and a small LCD screen. Samsung says when the keys of one side are used, the other side is automatically disabled so as to avoid hitting keys accidentally.

The QWERTY TV remote control will sell for 99,000 won (US$89).