S5 should get it as well my guess would be at the end of the month or next month but every carrier releases them at differently.
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S5 should get it as well my guess would be at the end of the month or next month but every carrier releases them at differently.
Samsung commences Marshmallow roll out for the Galaxy Note 5
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-has-commenced-marshmallow-roll-out-galaxy-note-5
Samsung has commenced the roll out for Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on the Galaxy Note 5. The update has been spotted in Cambodia and is expected to be hitting devices OTA. Marshmallow brings with it a whole bunch of improvements, with Samsung adding its own touches like ad-blocking support in the new Samsung browser.
This roll out also follows the beta test Samsung held for the update on the Galaxy Note 5. If you haven't yet received the update notification, you can check manually by heading into the settings area, the hitting About device > Software update. If nothing is found give it some time as this won't hit every device simultaneously.
Source: SamMobile
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-has-commenced-marshmallow-roll-out-galaxy-note-5
Samsung has commenced the roll out for Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on the Galaxy Note 5. The update has been spotted in Cambodia and is expected to be hitting devices OTA. Marshmallow brings with it a whole bunch of improvements, with Samsung adding its own touches like ad-blocking support in the new Samsung browser.
This roll out also follows the beta test Samsung held for the update on the Galaxy Note 5. If you haven't yet received the update notification, you can check manually by heading into the settings area, the hitting About device > Software update. If nothing is found give it some time as this won't hit every device simultaneously.
Source: SamMobile
The LG G5 will let you lock and load new batteries
http://www.engadget.com/2016/02/19/lg-g5-swappable-battery-accessory/
In the lead up to MWC, we've heard plenty of rumors about the LG G5 and its swappable accessories. The general idea is that you'll be able to slide out the bottom of the phone and replace it with some fresh or scenario-specific hardware. Now, we're starting to see exactly what those modules will look like. A photo on the Chinese site Weibo reveals a battery accessory with a bright, yellow cell. So when you're starting to near the red, you'll presumably be able to swap your battery out like a firearm magazine.
Another image, this time leaked to Android Authority, shows a bulbous attachment with a couple of dials and buttons on the outer edge. It's a blurry photo, but notorious smartphone leaker Evan Blass claims it's a camera accessory called the LG Cam Plus. Along with a comfier grip, the module reportedly adds an extra 1100mAh battery and buttons that can act as a shutter release and other traditional camera controls.
What we know for sure is threefold. Firstly, the device will be revealed on February 21st. Secondly, it'll feature an "always on" display that puts a smattering of information on your lock screen. Finally, there will be an optional Quick Cover that provides a window to the display and some touch-enabled features, such as taking calls and dismissing alarms.
The swappable accessory idea, which seems all but certain now, is a brave idea that should make the G5 stand out from its Android rivals. Whether customers have been clamouring for such a level of hardware customisation is another matter entirely, however.
http://www.engadget.com/2016/02/19/lg-g5-swappable-battery-accessory/
In the lead up to MWC, we've heard plenty of rumors about the LG G5 and its swappable accessories. The general idea is that you'll be able to slide out the bottom of the phone and replace it with some fresh or scenario-specific hardware. Now, we're starting to see exactly what those modules will look like. A photo on the Chinese site Weibo reveals a battery accessory with a bright, yellow cell. So when you're starting to near the red, you'll presumably be able to swap your battery out like a firearm magazine.
Another image, this time leaked to Android Authority, shows a bulbous attachment with a couple of dials and buttons on the outer edge. It's a blurry photo, but notorious smartphone leaker Evan Blass claims it's a camera accessory called the LG Cam Plus. Along with a comfier grip, the module reportedly adds an extra 1100mAh battery and buttons that can act as a shutter release and other traditional camera controls.
What we know for sure is threefold. Firstly, the device will be revealed on February 21st. Secondly, it'll feature an "always on" display that puts a smattering of information on your lock screen. Finally, there will be an optional Quick Cover that provides a window to the display and some touch-enabled features, such as taking calls and dismissing alarms.
The swappable accessory idea, which seems all but certain now, is a brave idea that should make the G5 stand out from its Android rivals. Whether customers have been clamouring for such a level of hardware customisation is another matter entirely, however.
LG G5 is official: 5.3-inch display, Snapdragon 820, dual cameras and modular add-ons
http://www.androidcentral.com/lg-g5...snapdragon-820-dual-cameras-and-bunch-friends
As expected, and widely teased in the past couple of weeks, LG has today officially unveiled the latest in its high-end G series of smartphones, the LG G5. It's a drastic departure from previous LG flagships, with a metal-backed design, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and the move to a more traditional volume key placement, eschewing the firm's traditional back-mounted buttons. What's more, the G5 introduces new modular attachments bringing more functionality to the device, with the lower portion of the phone being detachable.
First things first — the G5 packs a 5.3-inch display, down from the 5.5 inches of the G4, but at the same 2560x1440 resolution, and using the same IPS Quantum technology. For its latest smartphone, LG has adapted the dual display technology of the V10 into an "Always-On" display, allowing a portion of the screen to be lit-up to show the time and notification icons even when the device is asleep.
http://www.androidcentral.com/lg-g5...snapdragon-820-dual-cameras-and-bunch-friends
As expected, and widely teased in the past couple of weeks, LG has today officially unveiled the latest in its high-end G series of smartphones, the LG G5. It's a drastic departure from previous LG flagships, with a metal-backed design, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and the move to a more traditional volume key placement, eschewing the firm's traditional back-mounted buttons. What's more, the G5 introduces new modular attachments bringing more functionality to the device, with the lower portion of the phone being detachable.
First things first — the G5 packs a 5.3-inch display, down from the 5.5 inches of the G4, but at the same 2560x1440 resolution, and using the same IPS Quantum technology. For its latest smartphone, LG has adapted the dual display technology of the V10 into an "Always-On" display, allowing a portion of the screen to be lit-up to show the time and notification icons even when the device is asleep.
LG G5 hands-on
http://www.androidcentral.com/lg-g5-hands-on
Sometimes you just want to sit back, relax and watch a nice video compilation showing off the latest and greatest phones. Well, we have you covered here with our hands-on preview video of the LG G5. Feast your eyes on the beautiful images above, then scroll on down to the rest of our hands-on impressions here.
http://www.androidcentral.com/lg-g5-hands-on
Sometimes you just want to sit back, relax and watch a nice video compilation showing off the latest and greatest phones. Well, we have you covered here with our hands-on preview video of the LG G5. Feast your eyes on the beautiful images above, then scroll on down to the rest of our hands-on impressions here.
This is LG Rolling Bot
http://www.androidcentral.com/lg-rolling-bot
It bleeps. It bloops. It lights up, shines lasers, monitors your home and plays with (or terrorizes) your pets.
This is LG Rolling Bot.
We got a sneak peek at the not-so-little guy — it's about 6 inches or so in diameter — at Mobile World Congress, and it's a fun little sphere. Whereas other gadgets like Sphero and BB-8 look a little more lovable, Rolling Bot is definitely more robotic with all the exposed ports and cameras. There's a companion app so you have full control.
But it does lighten things up a little bit with some internal LEDs, and a charming robotic voice that either was announcing its good intentions, or it was about to go full Dalek on us.
http://www.androidcentral.com/lg-rolling-bot
It bleeps. It bloops. It lights up, shines lasers, monitors your home and plays with (or terrorizes) your pets.
This is LG Rolling Bot.
We got a sneak peek at the not-so-little guy — it's about 6 inches or so in diameter — at Mobile World Congress, and it's a fun little sphere. Whereas other gadgets like Sphero and BB-8 look a little more lovable, Rolling Bot is definitely more robotic with all the exposed ports and cameras. There's a companion app so you have full control.
But it does lighten things up a little bit with some internal LEDs, and a charming robotic voice that either was announcing its good intentions, or it was about to go full Dalek on us.
Samsung Connect Auto brings KNOX security and Tizen OS to your car
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-connect-auto-brings-knox-security-and-tizen-os-your-car
Samsung has announced Samsung Connect Auto, a new dongle that will bring both KNOX security and Tizen OS to your vehicle. This will plug directly into the ODB II port of your vehicle, which is often times found beneath the steering wheel. Once connected, it will offer a Wi-Fi connection thanks to a partnership with AT&T. Additionally, real-time alerts will be used to help drivers improve their behaviors behind the wheel, and even increase fuel efficiency.
To make sure things are safe and secure in your car, the Connect Auto utilizes Samsung's KNOX for both hardware and software level security. Developers will be able to leverage the Tizen OS to evolve additional services as well. The Connect Auto will be made available in Q2 2016 through AT&T.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-connect-auto-brings-knox-security-and-tizen-os-your-car
Samsung has announced Samsung Connect Auto, a new dongle that will bring both KNOX security and Tizen OS to your vehicle. This will plug directly into the ODB II port of your vehicle, which is often times found beneath the steering wheel. Once connected, it will offer a Wi-Fi connection thanks to a partnership with AT&T. Additionally, real-time alerts will be used to help drivers improve their behaviors behind the wheel, and even increase fuel efficiency.
To make sure things are safe and secure in your car, the Connect Auto utilizes Samsung's KNOX for both hardware and software level security. Developers will be able to leverage the Tizen OS to evolve additional services as well. The Connect Auto will be made available in Q2 2016 through AT&T.
Galaxy S7 and S7 edge pre-orders start Feb. 23, in-store sales commence Mar. 11
http://www.androidcentral.com/where-and-when-you-can-buy-galaxy-s7-and-s7-edge
The Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are finally out for all to see and learn about, and now the question is where and when you'll be able to buy them. Samsung is working to have the phones available as quickly as possible, and that means pre-orders are going live right away — 8 a.m. ET on Feb. 23 is when AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint and U.S. Cellular will be taking orders.
The official launch comes just a couple weeks later, on Mar. 11, when pre-order shipments will head out or you can go into a physical stores to buy one. In addition to carrier stores, you'll be able to find the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge at Best Buy, Target, Staples, Walmart, Car Toys and Sam's Club.
For those who would like to get their hands on the phones before making up their mind on a pre-order, select Best Buy locations will have the phones on display starting Feb. 24, with select carrier stores doing the same starting Feb. 26. You can find a list of nearby stores that will be showing the phones right here.
Each carrier will announce its own pricing, payment plans and incentives for the phones, and we'll be updating this post as each comes out with their own details.
Verizon
Verizon will commence pre-orders on Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11. The carrier will also be offering Memory and Charging bundles, which will offer you the following when picking the S7 up for yourself:
As is the case across the board, T-Mobile will also be kicking pre-orders off on Feb. 23. The handsets will be available in select stores for trial Feb. 26 and can be purchase in-store Mar. 11. Ordering through T-Mobile will bag you a Samsung VR, six-game Oculus bundle and 365 days of Netflix. Pricing starts at $0 down on plans for $28 and $32 over two years for the S7 and S7 edge, respectively.
Register your interest
AT&T
Pre-order Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11. Should you be a DIRECTTV customer, you'll be able to get one with unlimited date. The S7 starts at $23.17 a month on AT&T Next 24, while the S7 edge will set you back $26.50 a month on the same plan. The carrier also confirmed Gear S2 Classic pricing at $17.50 a month when purchased with an installment plan.
Cricket Wireless will offer details on pricing and such at a later date.
Sprint
Sprint will offer the new Galaxy S7 and S7 edge for pre-order Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11. The company will also unlock its new Galaxy Forever program, allowing customers to lease either smartphone with the possibility to upgrade to a new Galaxy handset after 12 months on the lease.
On the lease plan, the S7 and S7 edge will cost you $25.99 and $30.50, respectively. As an added bonus, if you buy two, you'll be able to get the second for half price.
U.S. Cellular
Pre-order Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11.
http://www.androidcentral.com/where-and-when-you-can-buy-galaxy-s7-and-s7-edge
The Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are finally out for all to see and learn about, and now the question is where and when you'll be able to buy them. Samsung is working to have the phones available as quickly as possible, and that means pre-orders are going live right away — 8 a.m. ET on Feb. 23 is when AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint and U.S. Cellular will be taking orders.
The official launch comes just a couple weeks later, on Mar. 11, when pre-order shipments will head out or you can go into a physical stores to buy one. In addition to carrier stores, you'll be able to find the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge at Best Buy, Target, Staples, Walmart, Car Toys and Sam's Club.
For those who would like to get their hands on the phones before making up their mind on a pre-order, select Best Buy locations will have the phones on display starting Feb. 24, with select carrier stores doing the same starting Feb. 26. You can find a list of nearby stores that will be showing the phones right here.
Each carrier will announce its own pricing, payment plans and incentives for the phones, and we'll be updating this post as each comes out with their own details.
Verizon
Verizon will commence pre-orders on Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11. The carrier will also be offering Memory and Charging bundles, which will offer you the following when picking the S7 up for yourself:
- Memory Bundle: Get any case up to $39.99, any display protector up to $34.99, and a 32 GB microSD card ($39.99) for $79.99.
- Charging Bundle: Get a Samsung Wireless Fast Charging Stand ($69.99), a car charger with Fast Charging ($34.99), and a Samsung Fast Charging Portable Power Pack with 10,220 mAh ($79.99) for $99.99.
As is the case across the board, T-Mobile will also be kicking pre-orders off on Feb. 23. The handsets will be available in select stores for trial Feb. 26 and can be purchase in-store Mar. 11. Ordering through T-Mobile will bag you a Samsung VR, six-game Oculus bundle and 365 days of Netflix. Pricing starts at $0 down on plans for $28 and $32 over two years for the S7 and S7 edge, respectively.
Register your interest
AT&T
Pre-order Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11. Should you be a DIRECTTV customer, you'll be able to get one with unlimited date. The S7 starts at $23.17 a month on AT&T Next 24, while the S7 edge will set you back $26.50 a month on the same plan. The carrier also confirmed Gear S2 Classic pricing at $17.50 a month when purchased with an installment plan.
Cricket Wireless will offer details on pricing and such at a later date.
Sprint
Sprint will offer the new Galaxy S7 and S7 edge for pre-order Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11. The company will also unlock its new Galaxy Forever program, allowing customers to lease either smartphone with the possibility to upgrade to a new Galaxy handset after 12 months on the lease.
On the lease plan, the S7 and S7 edge will cost you $25.99 and $30.50, respectively. As an added bonus, if you buy two, you'll be able to get the second for half price.
U.S. Cellular
Pre-order Feb. 23. In select stores for trial Feb. 26. Purchase in-store Mar. 11.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge hands-on
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s7-hands
Another double phone launch from Samsung looks very familiar, but brings back fan-loved features.
The Galaxy S6 launch was a divisive one for Samsung. It marked a pretty impressive move for the company with the introduction of a new hardware strategy, simpler software, a dramatically improved camera and the innovative new dual curved edge display on the GS6 edge. Rightly or wrongly, the fans seemed to focus instead on the lack of a microSD card, the small non-removable battery and the loss of waterproofing as major downsides of the phones, overshadowing all of the steps forward.
Looking at it from this angle, the Galaxy S7 pretty clearly meets — and addresses — those criticisms from last year, but without any new compromises. A phone that still has that great hardware, improved software and stellar camera, but one that offers a larger battery, keeps removable storage and even holds a waterproofing rating without flaps over the ports. And at the same time, we're getting a choice of a larger Galaxy S7 edge with an even bigger battery and some new software tricks.
Under the threat of being told it isn't innovating enough by sticking with a familiar design, Samsung added what people wanted while keeping the hits introduced last year. The Galaxy S7 isn't an entirely new phone, but that shouldn't be a knock on it — in this case it should be a feature. Learn about everything it brings to the table here, in our full hands-on preview.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s7-hands
Another double phone launch from Samsung looks very familiar, but brings back fan-loved features.
The Galaxy S6 launch was a divisive one for Samsung. It marked a pretty impressive move for the company with the introduction of a new hardware strategy, simpler software, a dramatically improved camera and the innovative new dual curved edge display on the GS6 edge. Rightly or wrongly, the fans seemed to focus instead on the lack of a microSD card, the small non-removable battery and the loss of waterproofing as major downsides of the phones, overshadowing all of the steps forward.
Looking at it from this angle, the Galaxy S7 pretty clearly meets — and addresses — those criticisms from last year, but without any new compromises. A phone that still has that great hardware, improved software and stellar camera, but one that offers a larger battery, keeps removable storage and even holds a waterproofing rating without flaps over the ports. And at the same time, we're getting a choice of a larger Galaxy S7 edge with an even bigger battery and some new software tricks.
Under the threat of being told it isn't innovating enough by sticking with a familiar design, Samsung added what people wanted while keeping the hits introduced last year. The Galaxy S7 isn't an entirely new phone, but that shouldn't be a knock on it — in this case it should be a feature. Learn about everything it brings to the table here, in our full hands-on preview.
Sony announces the new Xperia X smartphone series
http://www.androidcentral.com/sony-announces-xperia-x-smartphone-series
Sony took to their booth at MWC 2016 to expand their Xperia line with a new X-series of smartphones and a line of connected lifestyle gadgets. The Xperia X series includes the mid-range XA, the X, and the flagship Xperia X Performance.
Details are still trickling in on each phone, but the new line features a design that's a clear evolution of Sony's design language, with typically-premium materials like a a seamless metal body and curved display glass. Sony is focusing on two technological areas with the X phones: the camera and the battery.
As we've seen from other manufacturers, most cameras take good enough photos, so the goal now is to improve the photo-taking experience. On that front, Sony has developed a new predictive hybrid autofocus system that leverages Sony's Alpha DSLR camera technology to use motion-tracking to predict where the camera will track focus in activity-filled scenes.
On the battery front, the Xperia X series incorporates smart battery tech in the form of Qnovo's Adaptive Charging, which is designed to smartly manage heat and charging to extend the lifespan of the battery. On top of that, Sony's claiming a 2-day battery life for the X series phones.
http://www.androidcentral.com/sony-announces-xperia-x-smartphone-series
Sony took to their booth at MWC 2016 to expand their Xperia line with a new X-series of smartphones and a line of connected lifestyle gadgets. The Xperia X series includes the mid-range XA, the X, and the flagship Xperia X Performance.
Details are still trickling in on each phone, but the new line features a design that's a clear evolution of Sony's design language, with typically-premium materials like a a seamless metal body and curved display glass. Sony is focusing on two technological areas with the X phones: the camera and the battery.
As we've seen from other manufacturers, most cameras take good enough photos, so the goal now is to improve the photo-taking experience. On that front, Sony has developed a new predictive hybrid autofocus system that leverages Sony's Alpha DSLR camera technology to use motion-tracking to predict where the camera will track focus in activity-filled scenes.
On the battery front, the Xperia X series incorporates smart battery tech in the form of Qnovo's Adaptive Charging, which is designed to smartly manage heat and charging to extend the lifespan of the battery. On top of that, Sony's claiming a 2-day battery life for the X series phones.
Not seeing anything in either phone that would make me want to rush out and get one. Would rather pay off my S5 and lower my bill by thirty bucks.
What does that in-tale? I have never heard of that.Yeah I might get on the Galaxy Forever Program glad to see them offer that.
Well first not for sure if every provider will have this most do this for the Iphone and now Sprint is doing this for the Galaxy as well since they are just as popular if not more than the Iphone. So basically it lets you upgrade your Galaxy device to the latest one once it gets released and from what I understand you must have been on your current lease for 12 months or more. Here how Sprint is doing their's I'm sure others will do the same as well.
http://newsroom.sprint.com/news-rel...de-to-samsung-flagship-galaxy-smartphones.htm
Galaxy S7 and S7 edge prices, release, and payments on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint
Looks like Sprint might be the only one at this time offering the Galaxy Forever...
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Gala...s-on-Verizon-AT-T-T-Mobile-and-Sprint_id78664
The carrier stores of AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon and U.S. Cellular will have Galaxy S7 and S7 edge units at hand for demonstration starting this upcoming Friday, February 26th, so there will be only a few days gap between the unveiling, and your personal experience with Samsung's next best thing, which is a commendable achievement. If you are curious about the colors, the US will get Galaxy S7 versions in Black Onyx and Gold Platinum, while the Galaxy S7 edge will color your day with three hues - the same Black Onyx and Gold Platinum, but also a Silver Titanium version added for a good measure.
Verizon
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: ~$672 (Galaxy S7), ~$792 (Galaxy S7 edge), $28/month (S7), or $33/month (s7 edge) for 24 months
Bonuses: free Gear VR and 6 games gratis for those who order February 23- March 18
AT&T
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: ~$699 (Galaxy S7), ~$799 (Galaxy S7 edge)
On AT&T Next 24, the carrier's 30-month installment plan, the monthly payment for the 32 GB version of Galaxy S7 starts at $23.17, while the 32 GB Galaxy S7 edge will net you $26.50 a month. Both phones will be available in Black Onyx and Gold Platinum colors, while Galaxy S7 edge could also be bought in Silver Titanium. That's roughly $695 and $795, respectively. While AT&T doesn't yet list the price to purchase the handsets outright, though we'd wager to guess it will be rounded to $699 and $799, or thereabouts.
Bonuses: besides a free Gear VR and 6 games gratis ($150 value) for those who preorder between February 23 and March 18th, there will be a DIRECTV collaboration on the S7 and S7 edge. If you are a DIRECTV subscriber, you can now watch live TV and movies on your smartphone. The handsets' Quick Remote function will allow your phone to serve as a remote control pause, rewind, and fast forward on your TV at home, or control the DIRECTV app with Samsung’s S-Voice virtual assistant.
Don't let splashes slow you down. Introducing the @SamsungMobileUS #GalaxyS7 to AT&T https://t.co/eDHNVeIjG7https://t.co/v18zl9Cqvw
— AT&T (ATT) 21 ????????, 2016
TMobile
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: $669.99 (Galaxy S7), $779.99 (Galaxy S7 edge)
A 32GB Galaxy S7 in Black Onyx or Gold Platinum will set you back $0 upfront if you want to pay on 24 installments, instead of getting the phone outright. That will be 23 installments of $27.92, and a 24th one that's $27.83. The S7 edge can be yours for 23 x $32.50, and a 24th installment of $32.49. Team Magenta has S7 edge units in Black Onyx, Silver Titanium, and Gold Platinum.
Bonuses: free Gear VR and 6 games gratis for those who order February 23- March 18, plus one year of free Netflix subscription ($250 value in total bonuses)
Sprint
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: ~$649 (Galaxy S7), ~$749 (Galaxy S7 edge)
Sprint is starting a special upgrade program for the S7 and S7 edge, called Galaxy Forever, in analogy with its iPhone Forever kit. Those who subscribe to the program, will be able to grab a Galaxy S7 beginning March 11th, pay 12 installments on the new Galaxy Forever Sprint Lease, return the phone at the end of the period, and grab the Galaxy S8, or whatever new Samsung releases next year at that time. Here's the pricing scoop:
Galaxy Forever: upgrade to the latest Galaxy smartphone after 12 monthly lease payments*******
Samsung Galaxy S7 - $25.99 per month for 24 months with upgrade available after 12 payments, get a second one for $12.99 per month for 24 months after a $13.00 service credit and with upgrade available after 12 payments;
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge – $30.50 per month for 24 months with upgrade available after 12 payments, get a second one for just $15.25 per month for 24 months after $15.25 service credit and with upgrade available after 12 payments.
Installment Billing: own the phone after 24 monthly payments
Samsung Galaxy S7 - $27.09 per month for 24 months, get a second one for just $13.54 per month for 24 months after a $13.55 service credit;
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge – $31.25 per month for 24 months, get a second one for just $15.62 per month for 24 months after a $15.63 service credit.
Bonuses: a second S7 or S7 edge at half price when you pay on installments, and a free Gear VR plus 6 free games for orders February 23- March 18
Looks like Sprint might be the only one at this time offering the Galaxy Forever...
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Gala...s-on-Verizon-AT-T-T-Mobile-and-Sprint_id78664
The carrier stores of AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon and U.S. Cellular will have Galaxy S7 and S7 edge units at hand for demonstration starting this upcoming Friday, February 26th, so there will be only a few days gap between the unveiling, and your personal experience with Samsung's next best thing, which is a commendable achievement. If you are curious about the colors, the US will get Galaxy S7 versions in Black Onyx and Gold Platinum, while the Galaxy S7 edge will color your day with three hues - the same Black Onyx and Gold Platinum, but also a Silver Titanium version added for a good measure.
Verizon
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: ~$672 (Galaxy S7), ~$792 (Galaxy S7 edge), $28/month (S7), or $33/month (s7 edge) for 24 months
Bonuses: free Gear VR and 6 games gratis for those who order February 23- March 18
AT&T
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: ~$699 (Galaxy S7), ~$799 (Galaxy S7 edge)
On AT&T Next 24, the carrier's 30-month installment plan, the monthly payment for the 32 GB version of Galaxy S7 starts at $23.17, while the 32 GB Galaxy S7 edge will net you $26.50 a month. Both phones will be available in Black Onyx and Gold Platinum colors, while Galaxy S7 edge could also be bought in Silver Titanium. That's roughly $695 and $795, respectively. While AT&T doesn't yet list the price to purchase the handsets outright, though we'd wager to guess it will be rounded to $699 and $799, or thereabouts.
Bonuses: besides a free Gear VR and 6 games gratis ($150 value) for those who preorder between February 23 and March 18th, there will be a DIRECTV collaboration on the S7 and S7 edge. If you are a DIRECTV subscriber, you can now watch live TV and movies on your smartphone. The handsets' Quick Remote function will allow your phone to serve as a remote control pause, rewind, and fast forward on your TV at home, or control the DIRECTV app with Samsung’s S-Voice virtual assistant.
Don't let splashes slow you down. Introducing the @SamsungMobileUS #GalaxyS7 to AT&T https://t.co/eDHNVeIjG7https://t.co/v18zl9Cqvw
— AT&T (ATT) 21 ????????, 2016
TMobile
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: $669.99 (Galaxy S7), $779.99 (Galaxy S7 edge)
A 32GB Galaxy S7 in Black Onyx or Gold Platinum will set you back $0 upfront if you want to pay on 24 installments, instead of getting the phone outright. That will be 23 installments of $27.92, and a 24th one that's $27.83. The S7 edge can be yours for 23 x $32.50, and a 24th installment of $32.49. Team Magenta has S7 edge units in Black Onyx, Silver Titanium, and Gold Platinum.
Bonuses: free Gear VR and 6 games gratis for those who order February 23- March 18, plus one year of free Netflix subscription ($250 value in total bonuses)
Sprint
Availability: online pre-orders start 2/23 at 8:00 AM EST, first look in carrier stores February 26th, launch date March 11th
Prices: ~$649 (Galaxy S7), ~$749 (Galaxy S7 edge)
Sprint is starting a special upgrade program for the S7 and S7 edge, called Galaxy Forever, in analogy with its iPhone Forever kit. Those who subscribe to the program, will be able to grab a Galaxy S7 beginning March 11th, pay 12 installments on the new Galaxy Forever Sprint Lease, return the phone at the end of the period, and grab the Galaxy S8, or whatever new Samsung releases next year at that time. Here's the pricing scoop:
Galaxy Forever: upgrade to the latest Galaxy smartphone after 12 monthly lease payments*******
Samsung Galaxy S7 - $25.99 per month for 24 months with upgrade available after 12 payments, get a second one for $12.99 per month for 24 months after a $13.00 service credit and with upgrade available after 12 payments;
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge – $30.50 per month for 24 months with upgrade available after 12 payments, get a second one for just $15.25 per month for 24 months after $15.25 service credit and with upgrade available after 12 payments.
Installment Billing: own the phone after 24 monthly payments
Samsung Galaxy S7 - $27.09 per month for 24 months, get a second one for just $13.54 per month for 24 months after a $13.55 service credit;
Samsung Galaxy S7 edge – $31.25 per month for 24 months, get a second one for just $15.62 per month for 24 months after a $15.63 service credit.
Bonuses: a second S7 or S7 edge at half price when you pay on installments, and a free Gear VR plus 6 free games for orders February 23- March 18
Yeah they don't offer it but would not be surprised if they do at a later time but I heard the Gear VR's are cool as well looks like they are trying to get folks to try them out..
Galaxy S7 is the first phone with Dual Pixel autofocus, here's what it means
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Gala...l-Pixel-autofocus-heres-what-it-means_id78701
We couldn't help but wonder why did Samsung move from the already blazing fast phase-detection autofocus (PDAF) to an obscure Dual Pixel technology on the newly-announced Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. Not only is the 12 MP camera sensor a radical departure from themegapixel rat race we've seen on flagship phones for a few years now, but the whole camera module is brand new, with 56% bigger individual pixels, compared to he S6, and this Dual Pixel focusing for the first time in a phone.
So, what exactly will this new focusing tech bring that PDAF couldn't? Phase detection is better than the widespread contrast detection as it only has to take one measurement from opposite sides of the lens to figure out where to, and how far a lens has to be moved to achieve focus, for instance, making the whole focusing process quicker. PDAF does that by having up to 10% of the total number of pixels equipped with "focusing" photodiodes (Apple even calls them Focus Pixels), and dispersing them strategically throughout the sensor area. How about multiplying even that speed, and adding more accuracy to the mix, too?
This is what the Dual Pixel sensor on the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge is trying to achieve, as it employs two photodiodes for every single pixel, so instead of 5-10% of the pixels being used for focusing, a 100% of them will now. The implications for focusing speed and accuracy are huge, especially with moving objects, live footage, or in low-light scenarios, and we can't wait to grab a bite, and clash Samsung's new Dual Pixel AF system with Sony's fresh Predictive Hybrid Autofocus on the new Xperia X-series
source: Samsung
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Gala...l-Pixel-autofocus-heres-what-it-means_id78701
We couldn't help but wonder why did Samsung move from the already blazing fast phase-detection autofocus (PDAF) to an obscure Dual Pixel technology on the newly-announced Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. Not only is the 12 MP camera sensor a radical departure from themegapixel rat race we've seen on flagship phones for a few years now, but the whole camera module is brand new, with 56% bigger individual pixels, compared to he S6, and this Dual Pixel focusing for the first time in a phone.
So, what exactly will this new focusing tech bring that PDAF couldn't? Phase detection is better than the widespread contrast detection as it only has to take one measurement from opposite sides of the lens to figure out where to, and how far a lens has to be moved to achieve focus, for instance, making the whole focusing process quicker. PDAF does that by having up to 10% of the total number of pixels equipped with "focusing" photodiodes (Apple even calls them Focus Pixels), and dispersing them strategically throughout the sensor area. How about multiplying even that speed, and adding more accuracy to the mix, too?
This is what the Dual Pixel sensor on the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge is trying to achieve, as it employs two photodiodes for every single pixel, so instead of 5-10% of the pixels being used for focusing, a 100% of them will now. The implications for focusing speed and accuracy are huge, especially with moving objects, live footage, or in low-light scenarios, and we can't wait to grab a bite, and clash Samsung's new Dual Pixel AF system with Sony's fresh Predictive Hybrid Autofocus on the new Xperia X-series
source: Samsung
HTC teases One M10 on Twitter, offers few clues to work with
http://www.androidcentral.com/htc-teases-one-m10-twitter
HTC has posted a teaser for what is believed to be the One M10. The tweet doesn't reveal much about the phone, but it does contain the hashtag #powerof10. Looking at the image, you can see the outline of a phone with chamfered edges, which based upon what we have already seen would lead us to believe this is the back of the phone.
It's not known whether HTC will continue to tease the One M10 with the #powerof10 hashtag, or if this is a one-off kind of thing. Be sure to keep your eyes out for more details as they are made available.
http://www.androidcentral.com/htc-teases-one-m10-twitter
HTC has posted a teaser for what is believed to be the One M10. The tweet doesn't reveal much about the phone, but it does contain the hashtag #powerof10. Looking at the image, you can see the outline of a phone with chamfered edges, which based upon what we have already seen would lead us to believe this is the back of the phone.
It's not known whether HTC will continue to tease the One M10 with the #powerof10 hashtag, or if this is a one-off kind of thing. Be sure to keep your eyes out for more details as they are made available.
Galaxy S7 and LG G5 won't treat the memory card as internal storage, despite Marshmallow
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Gala...-internal-storage-despite-Marshmallow_id78751
Google's Android 6.0 Marshmallow update may not be waxing drastic changes in the interface of the world's most popular mobile OS, but it doesn't have to. Most manufacturers are slapping their own overlay on it anyway, so Google decided to concentrate on radical changes under the hood, like the Doze battery-sipping mode, the ability to swap even the stock dialer and messaging apps for a third-party one, as well as the so-called "Adaptive Storage."
The Adoptable Storage feature of Marshmallow has the ability to merge the internalmemory of a phone with the external storage in the form of a microSD card (if the device has such a memory slot), and treat the resulting cumulative memory as a one total partition. In theory, this would prevent user confusion as to how much exactly free space they have in total on the phone, instead of trying to calculate microSD storage and internal storage separately, or asking themselves what are these things in general.
Now, here comes the surprise - both the Galaxy S7 and LG G5 don't support this Adoptable Storage feature, despite shipping with Marshmallow on board. Thus, they'll treat the microSD card as a separate entity, instead of lumping it together with the internal memory in the storage menu. Here is Samsung's argumentation behind this decision, and we'd wager to say LG could have meant something similar as well:
Samsung decided not to use the Android Marshmallow “adoptable storage” model. We believe that our users want a microSD card to transfer files between their phone and other devices (laptop, tablet, etc), especially the photos and videos they shoot with the camera.
With adoptable storage, first of all the card may be erased the first time it is inserted into the device. This behavior may be unexpected by many users and we don’t want our users to lose their files. Second, once Marshmallow starts using a card for adoptable storage, it cannot be read by other devices, so it loses this ability to be used for file transfer. Adoptable Storage is also primarily targeted towards emerging markets where devices with only 4-8GB of onboard storage are common. We think that our model of using microSD for mass storage is more in-line with our owner’s desires and expectations for how microSD should behave.
After all, Samsung also decided that it is too early to force the obscure USB Type-C connector on the potentially millions of Galaxy S7 and S7 edge buyers, assuming that the negatives outweigh the advantages, at least at this point in time, so it's not surprising that it is not taking all of the options that Google provided with Marshmallow at face value either, what do you think?
source: AA
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Gala...-internal-storage-despite-Marshmallow_id78751
Google's Android 6.0 Marshmallow update may not be waxing drastic changes in the interface of the world's most popular mobile OS, but it doesn't have to. Most manufacturers are slapping their own overlay on it anyway, so Google decided to concentrate on radical changes under the hood, like the Doze battery-sipping mode, the ability to swap even the stock dialer and messaging apps for a third-party one, as well as the so-called "Adaptive Storage."
The Adoptable Storage feature of Marshmallow has the ability to merge the internalmemory of a phone with the external storage in the form of a microSD card (if the device has such a memory slot), and treat the resulting cumulative memory as a one total partition. In theory, this would prevent user confusion as to how much exactly free space they have in total on the phone, instead of trying to calculate microSD storage and internal storage separately, or asking themselves what are these things in general.
Now, here comes the surprise - both the Galaxy S7 and LG G5 don't support this Adoptable Storage feature, despite shipping with Marshmallow on board. Thus, they'll treat the microSD card as a separate entity, instead of lumping it together with the internal memory in the storage menu. Here is Samsung's argumentation behind this decision, and we'd wager to say LG could have meant something similar as well:
Samsung decided not to use the Android Marshmallow “adoptable storage” model. We believe that our users want a microSD card to transfer files between their phone and other devices (laptop, tablet, etc), especially the photos and videos they shoot with the camera.
With adoptable storage, first of all the card may be erased the first time it is inserted into the device. This behavior may be unexpected by many users and we don’t want our users to lose their files. Second, once Marshmallow starts using a card for adoptable storage, it cannot be read by other devices, so it loses this ability to be used for file transfer. Adoptable Storage is also primarily targeted towards emerging markets where devices with only 4-8GB of onboard storage are common. We think that our model of using microSD for mass storage is more in-line with our owner’s desires and expectations for how microSD should behave.
After all, Samsung also decided that it is too early to force the obscure USB Type-C connector on the potentially millions of Galaxy S7 and S7 edge buyers, assuming that the negatives outweigh the advantages, at least at this point in time, so it's not surprising that it is not taking all of the options that Google provided with Marshmallow at face value either, what do you think?
source: AA
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