As expected, Samsung has released a new Readers Hub version without the Kobo e-book service. Compatible with Galaxy S III for now, the Readers Hub 2.0 supports Samsung’s e-book service and Press Display for newspapers and Zinio for magazines. One word of caution is that the app doesn’t work on rooted devices. The app […]
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Samsung to invest $5m in Stoke for LTE
Samsung’s venture capital arm, Samsung Venture Investment Corportation (SVIC) today announced to make a strategic investment of $5 million in Stock Inc. Samsung who has been deploying LTE networks globally, will support Stoke’s gateways that enhance the support and performance of LTE networks. SVIC specializes in investing in startups in IT sector based in […]
Vodafone Australia to release Android 4.1 update for Nexus S tomorrow
Google promised to release Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for Nexus S in mid-July but didn’t confirm any definite date. Now Vodafone Australia on their official blog claims the Jelly Bean update for Samsung’s first Nexus phone has been approved by them and should be rolled out by Google from July 19 i.e. tomorrow. […]
Samsung to buy CSR’s Mobile Connectivity and Location Tech for $310m
Samsung today confirmed to buy UK-based CSR mobile connectivity and location technology along with transfer of certain relevant patents and over 300 employees. Samsung will acquire these assets for a cash consideration of $310 million and will invest $34 million in CSR’s equity stake, representing about 4.9 percent share. Samsung will gain rights to […]
T-Mobile announces Galaxy Note
After months of speculation and leaks, T-Mobile has announced Samsung’s smartphone-tablet hybrid for the American market. T-Mobile’s Galaxy Note variant will run Android 4.0 OS with Premium Suite out of the box and will take advantage of T-Mobile’s fast HSPA+ 42Mbps network. The phablet is certified with SAFE (Samsung Approved for Enterprise) and features […]