Samsung got some flak for implementing a region lock for the Galaxy Note 3 in some regions but the reactivation lock which is showcased here is a good thing and could effectively turn the device as good as a brick, in case of a theft. The reactivation lock can be activated when you setup the […]
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NTT Docomo announces Galaxy Note 3 (SC-01F) for Japan
In case a colourful and a tad smaller Galaxy J doesn’t match your taste, NTT Docomo also announced the S Pen toting Galaxy Note 3 (SC-01F) that will go on sale in Japan from October 17. The feature set of the Galaxy Note 3 remains unchanged except for some modifications to make it Japan-friendly. Users […]
Galaxy J (SC-02F) gets official in Japan
As expected, NTT Docomo has announced their 2013 winter-2014 spring models and it includes Samsung’s Galaxy J (SC-02F). The phone is expected to launch by end of October and will come in three colours – Coral Pink, Satin White and Lapis Blue matched with the physical home button. Galaxy J looks like a device sitting […]
Samsung’s curved display smartphone is official – Galaxy Round
As expected, Samsung has officially announced the world’s first smartphone with a curved display. Dubbed as Galaxy Round, the phone looks like a curved version of the Galaxy Note 3 (sans the S Pen support) with a leather like back and curved 5.7-inch Full HD Super AMOLED. While we’re still waiting for the full specs, […]
Obama administration upholds ITC ban against Samsung
Samsung’s last hope to overturn the ITC import and sale ban was shattered today as the Obama administration failed to veto the original decision. US Trade Representative confirmed that he decided to keep the ban in effect “after carefully weighing policy considerations…advice from agencies and information from interested parties”. While the import ban is demoralising […]