Samsung
Samsung is a large Korean multinational company which spans industries such as television sets, shipbuilding, semiconductors (like memory and processors), in addition to phones and tablets. Samsung is the largest Android device manufacturer worldwide, though they’re also the primary support of another mobile operating system, Tizen, and previously invested in an OS called Bada.
Samsung is the largest Android device developer worldwide
Samsung was founded in 1938 as a trading company, and didn't get into electronics until the late 60s. Oh-Hyun Kwon is the CEO of Samsung Electronics. Samsung's first Android smartphone was the Galaxy, released in 2009, and their first Android tablet was the Galaxy Tab was announced in 2010.
Traditionally, Samsung's Android user interface has been something called TouchWiz, which included a wide array of Samsung-made apps and customizations. For example, there are fitness tools, note-taking apps, news readers, multi-window viewing, and lots more.
Samsung has had to go through a number of patent litigations with Apple, and was found by California court to be infringing on some Apple patents in 2012. These include technologies for voice search, slide-to-unlock, data synchronization, and others.
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Your Galaxy Z Flip 8 might leave out a battery upgrade this year
By Nickolas Diaz published
You look familiar... Samsung's battery upgrade run might end this year, as Galaxy Z Flip 8 rumors say things are looking same-same.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra teardown reveals the clever camera tech Unpacked skipped
By Jay Bonggolto published
Hidden upgrades A teardown shows the Galaxy S26 Ultra packs smarter hardware upgrades, including a brighter zoom camera, larger cooling system, and improved S Pen protection.

I’ve spent years forgetting to turn off my phone's focus modes, but One UI 8.5 finally fixes that
By Jay Bonggolto published
No more mental clutter One UI 8.5 finally lets you set expiration dates on Samsung routines, so temporary automations actually know when to quit.

Lucky number seven? Samsung drops yet another Galaxy S25 One UI 8.5 beta
By Nickolas Diaz published
Yes... another Samsung was spotted pushing a seventh One UI 8.5 beta to its year-old flagships overseas.

Samsung 'concerned' over potential mobile business losses due to memory costs
By Nickolas Diaz published
Should we be worried? Samsung was reported to have been growing "concerned" over potential losses due to the rising costs of memory and more.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Brand perception is everything
By Roydon Cerejo published
Bleeding edge The Galaxy S26 Ultra is a productivity powerhouse but there's no ignoring the Xiaomi 17 Ultra's incredible cameras and battery life. Which $1,000+ phone should you bet on?

One brand now owns half the US foldable phone market, and it's not Samsung
By Sanuj Bhatia published
Surprising New data shows Motorola leading foldable phone sales in the United States.

Samsung already nuked the only cool thing about the Galaxy S26’s AI
By Jay Bonggolto published
Blame the rebrand Samsung’s first Galaxy S26 update removed the “Hey Plex” wake word for Perplexity AI, but it’s only temporary.

Samsung allegedly tests insane Galaxy phone batteries, and one's really up there
By Nickolas Diaz published
Finally, a start A report claims Samsung has started testing batteries with huge capacities, which could arrive on future Galaxy phones and devices.

Galaxy S26 goes on sale soon, and Samsung says its S26 Ultra is flying the highest
By Nickolas Diaz published
Soaring pre-orders Samsung shared details about its positive Galaxy S26 pre-order performance, especially the Galaxy S26 Ultra, ahead of its market launch.

One UI 8.5 beta could land soon on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7
By Jay Bonggolto published
Next in line Samsung is said to be gearing up a One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, with internal builds already spotted and a mid-March rollout expected.

Samsung Galaxy AI: Phones, Now Bar, Gemini, and everything else you should know
By Michael L Hicks last updated
New tricks We break down Samsung phones with Galaxy AI, how the features compare to Gemini, Agentic AI, and everything else you should know!

Samsung expands 'Inactivity Restart,' a safety net for Galaxy phones left idle
By Nickolas Diaz published
Don't stay idle Samsung reportedly expanded access to its "Inactivity Restart" security feature to more Galaxy phones.

Samsung might let Galaxy users create apps with prompts, and I’m all for this direction
By Jay Bonggolto published
Vibe coding Samsung is exploring AI-powered “vibe coding” for Galaxy phones, a concept that could let users create custom apps or features with simple prompts.

Samsung exec talks smart glasses, and gives us a small glimpse of what to expect
By Nickolas Diaz published
Eye see you A Samsung exec got candid about its smart glasses, delivering information about a key feature.

I wouldn't mind this: Samsung wants you to try your luck at winning a Galaxy S26 Ultra
By Sanuj Bhatia published
Galaxy Store gamified The Galaxy Store now features gamified rewards, letting users earn Gems, enter sweepstakes, and potentially win devices like the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Overseas report says Samsung's Exynos 2700 is moving fast, with a cooler head, too
By Nickolas Diaz published
On to the next Rumors said Samsung is already in the process of developing the Exynos 2700.

Samsung Health and Wallet seek to reduce the strain care has on your financials
By Nickolas Diaz published
Helping out Samsung unveiled how its Health and Wallet apps work together to bring prescription discounts to users who need them.

Samsung is trying really hard to prove that its foldable displays are more durable than you think
By Brady Snyder published
Golf simulator Have you ever wondered if a foldable phone could survive thousands of golf balls being launched at it? Well, thanks to Samsung Display, we now know the answer.
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