Update, June 3, 2019 (10:15 AM ET): When the article below was published, we had reached out to Samsung to confirm if the Cardinal Red colorway would come to all versions of the Galaxy S10 family or just the Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10 Plus. Unfortunately, Samsung never got back to us.
However, WinFuture alleges that the Cardinal Red colorway is coming to the Samsung Galaxy S10e. Since this is the same source that supplied the original info of the Cardinal Red variant, it seems likely that this will be the case.
Almost exactly a year ago, we attended Oppo Innovation Day 2019 in Shenzhen. At the event, Oppo showed off the first under-display smartphone camera concept. While there were multiple other technologies highlighted at the event, the hidden selfie camera was clearly the star of the show, as it begins the final chapter of creating a truly bezel-less smartphone.
Well, Oppo still hasn’t released a smartphone with the technology. But as goes the course of capitalism, if you don’t make something, someone else will.
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Samsung has promised five years of security updates for the Galaxy S20, S21, Note 20, and a few other devices. The new update policy currently applies to Samsung’s enterprise edition models. However, it’s likely that the regular consumer versions of the phones will also benefit from the development. Samsung has been at the top of its game lately when it comes to providing timely software updates to its phones.
When reading our coverage of SoC launches you have probably come across the term “custom CPU core,” especially when reading about Apple’s silicon. But what exactly is a custom core? Why do people make such a fuss about them? And, who designs them? Well, let’s find out!
Why Arm is so important for smartphones All Android smartphones and all Apple iPhones use CPUs based on the Arm Instruction Set Architecture (ISA).
Update (5/29): HTC has reached out to us to confirm that the free headphone jack adapter included with European orders is only a limited-time promotion. HTC Europe likely won’t include a free adapter with U12 Plus purchases for much longer, so we’d suggest purchasing your device sooner rather than later if you can.
Original article (5/28): Our HTC U12 Plus hands-on confirmed the lack of a headphone adapter in the device’s box, meaning users would have to buy one elsewhere.
Depending on where you live, there’s a fairly good chance you’ve heard about Lumosity, simply because the product is often advertised quite heavily on TV, Hulu and just about anywhere else you look that involves video/TV viewing.
If you’ve ever considered trying out Lumosity, you may have quickly noticed a roadblock in your way: the app is only for iOS. The good news is that the Android version has finally rolled out to Google Play.
Hadlee Simons / Android Authority
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Samsung could soon start a recycled repair parts program. The initiative reportedly aims to reduce smartphone repair costs for consumers. Display repair costs could be halved when the program comes into effect. Samsung is reportedly planning to start a new program that could significantly reduce repair costs for your Galaxy phones.
According to a report by Business Korea, Samsung is considering introducing certified recycled parts for mobile repairs.
The Samsung Galaxy S4 battery life is impressive, but sometimes it can be pretty disappointing, especially when you need to use it a lot for work. We’re going to show you how to maximize your Galaxy S4 battery life, and eek out that last bit of needed juice!
1# HardwareComing at 2,600 mAh, the Galaxy S4 has a pretty hefty battery for today’s expectations, however, it still just isn’t enough juice.
Forget the unofficial IMEI tools that have been floating around the web to check whether your Galaxy Note 7 features a defective battery or not. As promised, Samsung has just launched its own official tool to see if your device has been recalled or not.
It’s simple enough to use, just head on over to the official Samsung recall page and tap in your handset’s IMEI, which you can find in the phone’s settings menu or on the retail box.
Robert Triggs / Android Authority
The arrival of USB Type-C connectors and the faster USB 3.2 standard have both heralded a new age of consumer convenience. However, there seems to be quite a bit of confusion about what these new standards mean, especially since we’ve progressed through USB 3.0, 3.1, and 3.2 without much fanfare. Moreover, many consumers are (rightfully) confused over the relationship between USB Type-C, USB Power Delivery, and USB 3.