Samsung and Microsoft are looking to settle their latest patent-related dispute, according to a report by Korea Times. An unnamed “industry official” claims Samsung and Microsoft have resumed “working-level discussions” to dismiss the lawsuit filed by Microsoft in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York. Samsung and Microsoft have declined to comment on […]
Samsung to buy SmartThings as part of its Internet of Things (IoT) initiative
Given the recent announcements, it’s somewhat obvious IoT will be the next big thing for Samsung. Today the company announced to acquire SmartThings, a US-based “leading open platform for the smart home and the consumer Internet of Things.” Samsung hasn’t disclosed the monetary value involved but according to TechCrunch, it could be in the ballpark […]
Four Samsung products win EISA Awards
Four of Samsung products have won the EISA award this year. EISA short for European Imaging and Sound Association is an association of 50 magazines related to audio, home theater, in-car electronics, mobile electronics, photo and video from 20 European countries. The products that won the award this year are as follows: European Smartphone Camera […]
Samsung announces 20nm-based Exynos 5430 Octa-core SoC
Samsung has expanded its Exynos 5 Octa lineup with Exynos 5430 – Samsung’s first octa-core processor based on 20nm HKMG process. Samsung says 20nm process enables the SoC to be highly energy efficient without having to compromise on the performance. In comparison, the Exynos 5430 reduces power consumption by 25 percent compared to an application […]
Samsung Gear VR leaked in a live image
It’s no secret that Samsung is working on a VR headset and today’s leaked image published by The Verge confirms Samsung’s accessory is closer than ever. According to the site, Samsung is looking to reveal the virtual reality headset at the Unpacked event on Sep 3, alongside the highly anticipated Galaxy Note 4. The report […]