List of Samsung Galaxy Phones Getting Android 8.0 Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 25, 2017       

Now that Google has released the next version of Android, Android 8.0 Oreo, the wait for the devices to get the update first has already started.

We all know that Samsung has already started testing Android 8.0 Oreo on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus through Beta. Other Samsung Galaxy Phones will obviously get Android Oreo, but the question is which Samsung Smartphones will get it?

Trusted Samsung tipster ICE Universe has released the list of Samsung Galaxy devices that will officially get the update and this list includes the devices that have been released by the company in the recent times as well as it also includes some devices that have been a little older.

List of Samsung Galaxy Smartphones that may get Official Android Oreo 8.0 Update-

• Samsung Galaxy S Series
• Galaxy S8 | Galaxy S8+ (Beta)
• Galaxy S7 | Galaxy S7 edge
• Galaxy S6 | Galaxy S6 edge
• Galaxy S6 edge+
• Samsung Galaxy Note Series
• Galaxy Note 8
• Galaxy Note 7 (FE)
• Galaxy Note 5
• Samsung Galaxy A Series
• Galaxy A7 (17)
• Galaxy A5 (17)
• Galaxy A3 (17)
• Galaxy A9 Pro (16)
• Galaxy A8 (16)
• Samsung Galaxy On Series
• Galaxy On Max
• Samsung Galaxy Tab Series
• Galaxy Tab S3
• Galaxy Tab S2
• Galaxy Tab A (17)
• Galaxy Tab A (16)
• Galaxy Tab active 2
• Samsung Galaxy J Series
• Galaxy J7 (2016)
• Galaxy J7 Pro
• Galaxy J5 Pro
• Galaxy J7+
• Galaxy J7 Max
• Galaxy J7 Prime
• Galaxy J7 Code
• Samsung Galaxy C Series
• Galaxy C9 Pro
• Galaxy C7 Pro
• Galaxy C5 Pro
• Galaxy C7

So above are the devices likely to get Android Oreo, We all know that last year Samsung officially announced the list of Galaxy devices getting Android Nougat and as promised Samsung has update almost all the devices to the latest Android 7.0/7.1.1 Nougat Operating System.

Note that above is the unconfirmed and unofficial list of devices that may possibly get Android O. We will let you know once Samsung announces the official list.

Thoughts?

Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge may get Official Android 8.0 Oreo update

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 24, 2017       

Samsung has already started Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus users. We all know that Samsung will update the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge to Android 8.0 Oreo in future, but what about Samsung Galaxy S6 Family?

Well, according to the latest information Samsung is planning to update their OLD Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge to Android 8.0 Oreo. There's no information regarding the release date or beta program of Android Oreo for the Galaxy S6 Family.

The news came from a redditor who talked to four Samsung executives confirming that the Galaxy S6 will be receiving Official Android 8.0 Oreo Update. "I talked to four Samsung chat reps about whether the S6 will be receiving Oreo. They all said it will, and one of them even told me he talked to his supervisor."

The Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge were launched back in 2015 with Android 5.0 Lollipop and are upgradable to Android 7.0 Nougat as of now.

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This is what Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S9 may look like

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 20, 2017       

In 2017 we saw some incredible decisions taken by some of the reputed companies over the globe. One such decision that stands out from every other is that Samsung releasing gorgeous Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus with infinity display.

And, they succeeded in doing that. The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus is widely regarded as the best smartphone of 2017 and one of the best camera smartphone. However, both the Galaxy S8 were criticized for their poor fingerprint sensor placement and rear design language.

Now, Samsungmobile.News has come up with an exciting new renders based on actual leaks of Samsung's next flagship. The phone’s fingerprint scanner is placed on the back, just like current Galaxy S8.  If you take a closer look at the phone’s front, you’ll also notice that it has tiny top and chin bezel, which makes device beautiful.

According to reputed tipster @MMDDJ_, the Samsung Galaxy S9 will feature a single camera while the Galaxy S9 Plus will come with dual camera setup. Samsung may ditch the headphone jack with both the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.

Credits: Samsung News

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus gets Second Android Oreo beta

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 10, 2017       

Second Android 8.0 Oreo beta update is now rolling out to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus users. It comes with version G950FXXU1ZQK4 and is already live for the S8 owners in the United Kingdom.

The new Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus Oreo beta brings along the October security patch with new features and changes. It improves default launcher and stability of DeX mode, brings new clock styles for the lock screen and Always On Display. Users can now adjust the transparency of notifications to get their desired look. The changelog also mentions tons of bug and errors fixes.

Android Oreo Beta Features for Samsung Devices

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has add several new features to the Samsung Experience 9.0.

Via: Sammobile

Samsung Galaxy Phones Android 8.0 Oreo Update Info

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 07, 2017       

Samsung has already started working on Android 8.0 Oreo for eligible Samsung Galaxy devices and today we want to take a look at everything we know about the Samsung Galaxt devices Android 8.0 Oreo update and its release as we push deeper into the year.

Android 8.0 Oreo for the Samsung devices (Changes and Features)

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has add several new features to the latest software update.

The Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Samsung Smartphones comes with latest Samsung Experience 9.0 with new design and enhancements.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Android 8.0 Oreo Update

Samsung is due to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. Samsung recently announced Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus but skipped Galaxy Note 8 without a word.

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus Android 8.0 Oreo Update

Android 8.0 Oreo Beta is already live for a few Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus devices. The Beta OTA from Nougat to Android Oreo Beta weighs in at around 1.4GB.

As of now, the beta is only available on T-Mobile, Sprint, and unlocked version of the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. You'll need to log into the Samsung+ Application and look for the beta registration option at the top.

Screenshots of Samsung Experience 9.0 (Device Galaxy S8)

Android 8.0 Oreo for other Samsung devices?

We haven't seen any sign of the Android 8.0 Oreo update for any other Samsung device apart from the few mentioned above.

The Samsung devices likely to get Android 8.0 Oreo includes Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy S8 Plus, Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8 Active, Galaxy Note FE, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S7 Active, Galaxy A7 (2017), Galaxy A5 (2017), Galaxy A3 (2017), Galaxy J7 (2017)/Pro, Galaxy J5 (2017)/Pro, Galaxy J7 Max, Galaxy C9 Pro, Galaxy C7 Pro, and Galaxy Tab S3.

That said, we'll update the article as soon as we get more information regarding Android 8.0 Oreo for Galaxy devices. Kindly let us know if we missed anything! Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus [Stock ROM]

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 04, 2017       

Recently Samsung announced the Samsung Experience 9.0 based on Android 8.0 Oreo beta for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has added several new features to the Samsung Experience 9.0.

The OTA from Nougat to Android Oreo Beta weighs in at around 1.4GB. The sad part is the Beta is only available for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ users based in South Korea, the U.S. and the U.K. There's no information when Samsung is going to roll it out for other countries.

Well, if you own a Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus and want to taste the Official Android 8.0 Oreo right now then this recent development might be of interest to you.

Thanks to XDA user "hussein1", You can now download the Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta Stock ROM for your Galaxy S8 Plus. Before proceeding, you'll first need to Unlock your Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery.
Here's the Installation Process:

1. Go to Wipe (In TWRP)
2. Select Format Data and type "yes" and confirm
3. Go to Wipe 
4. Select Advanced Wipe
5. Make a full wipe (System, cache, dalvik cache)
6. Install Rom (Android Oreo Stock)
7. Reboot to download mod
8. Flash BL & CP by Odin

We won't recommend you guys to Install it via this method as you may end up bricking your device. It's better to wait for the Official OTA. 

Update: Download Link Removed, it seems that the Firmware doesn't works.

Downloads:

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Samsung Galaxy S8 Android Oreo Beta: How to Get + What's New

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 02, 2017       

Samsung hasn't announced the Oreo Beta program yet, but the update is surprisingly already live for a few selected Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus owners.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has add several new features to the Samsung Experience 9.0.

According to the reports, the OTA from Nougat to Android Oreo Beta weighs in at around 1.4GB. It's good practice to keep a backup before installing the Beta OTA.

As of now, the beta will be only available on T-Mobile, Sprint, and unlocked version of the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. You'll need to log into the Samsung+ Application and look for the beta registration option at the top.

Here's What's New in the Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus!

Image: Sammobile

Samsung Galaxy S8 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta [Screenshots]

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 01, 2017       

Samsung is now all set to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, but it seems that a lucky user already got his hands on with the latest Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta Update for the Galaxy S8.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has add several new features to the Samsung Experience.

The user reports that there's a new app shortcut menu which also shows the notifications after a long press. Samsung has also added new emoji's to the Android 8.0 Oreo Beta build for the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

Recently Samsung updated its Samsung Connect Application to Support Android 8.0 Oreo and this is an indication that Samsung is all set to roll out public beta to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus users. The Galaxy Note 8 might follow the same soon. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the New UI and Changes in Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for Galaxy S8.

[Update: More Screenshots] 

Individual Screenshots

Source: Reddit

Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus: Design and Specifications

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 30, 2017       

Ready for Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus?

Rumors suggests that Samsung is currently working on two Galaxy S9 prototypes, one with front-facing in-display fingerprint sensor and other with rear fingerprint sensor. However, a trusted source suggests that the Galaxy S9 fingerprint sensor won’t be integrated into the display.

As you can see in the below concept image, the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus looks identical to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, however the chin is now almost bezel-less.

As far as the Specifications are concerned the Galaxy S9 would feature a 5.8" Infinity display, 12MP and 16MP dual cameras to the front and rear. Samsung plans to implement 3D sensing facial recognition feature and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for security.

The Galaxy S9 Plus would be the same phone as the Galaxy S9 but with a large 6.2" Screen and bigger battery.

Both the devices will be IP65/68 water and dust resistant. Samsung plans to eliminate headphone jack with the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. That said, all these are rumors so take them as grain of salt.

Samsung Galaxy S9 Concept by MINU and jPZamora

Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro now receiving October security update

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 20, 2017       

The Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro is now reportedly getting latest October security patch with Stability Improvement and Bug fixes.

If you own a J7 Pro you should have received the over-the-air update notification for October Security Patch, and it's crucial that you download it, as it brings along the fix for the critical severity vulnerability in media framework that could enable a remote attacker using a specially crafted file to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process.

For now the update is only available for the Telcel-branded Galaxy J7 Pro with model no. SM-J730GM in Mexico and will be rolling out for other markets pretty soon.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

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Modder builds his own custom Galaxy Note 3 with 3 3500mAh 18650 cells

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 10, 2017       

Back in 2013 Samsung announced the 3rd Generation Samsung Galaxy Note with 5.7 inches Super AMOLED, Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 / Exynos 5420 processor, 3GB RAM, and a 3200mAh battery.

Note 3 was one of the best Smartphone, However, it was from software side where several users complained to have issues including lag and battery drain.

Smartphones are very power hunger. Stock battery will last at most one day or less under normal usage. But this Note 3 user came up with an insane idea and modified his Smartphone's battery.

He used 3 3500mAh 18650 Rechargeable Lithium Li-on Batteries and modified the device's internal to enable external power supply. He also used a Lace-up Case to cover the hideous back. The Modder claims that the Mod can be removed easily and is 100% reversible.

Note that this Mod is not 100% safe and your battery may catch fire, melt or possibly explode.

Estimated Battery Life:

Source: Reddit

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Leak Shows Off Bezel-Free Design

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 25, 2017       

Samsung a little few month ago announced its flagship phones, the Galaxy S8 and S8+ with gorgeous dual curved Infinity displays. Samsung has now brought it to the Galaxy Note series as well with its Galaxy Note 8.

According to the latest leaks, Samsung plans to bring its Infinity display to mid-range smartphones. The leak came from reputed Samsung tipster, mmddj_china on his Twitter handle revealing that the Galaxy A (2018) series will feature Infinity Display.

We've seen LG doing wonders with its mid-tier Q6 series. Of course, Samsung is saving the Next Galaxy A series for the year 2018. Additionally, Samsung could implement the fingerprint sensor on the back, slightly below from the camera like the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus.

The A7 (2018) is going to be powered by an unknown 2.1GHz octa-core processor with Mali-G71 GPU, 4GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat operating system.

Just like its predecessor, the Galaxy A7 (2018) will sport a 16-megapixel rear and 16-megapixel front-facing camera. That said, the device will likely feature IP68 water and dust resistance.

That said, all these are just rumors, so take them with a grain of salt.

Source: mmddj_china

Folding Samsung Galaxy X Spotted Online, Again!

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 23, 2017       

It seems that Samsung is now working on a Folding Smartphone dubbed as Galaxy X. The device recently received its certification from the National Radio Research Agency (NRRA) based in South Korea. The model number of the device is SM-G888N0.

Samsung Galaxy X is expected to feature Bluetooth 5.0 and Android 7.1.1 Nougat Out of the Box. It is rumored to arrive in two variants; Galaxy X and Galaxy X1 with codename Project Valley.

The Samsung Galaxy X is rumored to be a 5-inch phone that could fold out into an 7-inch tablet. The Galaxy X1 on the other hand is rumored to be a 6-inch phone that could fold out into an 8-inch tablet.

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Get all Galaxy Note 8 features on S8 or S8 Plus with NEMESIS Port ROM

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 16, 2017       

The recently announced Samsung Galaxy Note 8 comes Android 7.1.1 Nougat and tons of new features and enhancement. If you have a Galaxy S8 or a Galaxy S8 Plus and you don’t want to spend extra bucks to get your hands on a Galaxy Note 8, you can still get a glimpse of its software at the least.

A custom ROM (Nemesis) based on Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Firmware has made its way for the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. The ROM features all the goodies that comes with the Galaxy Note 8. You will also get the Galaxy Note 8’s new Samsung experience, also the new UI for a lot of applications.

The Nemesis ROM is completely debloated and deknoxed. It comes with Magisk installed in it. In order to Install this ROM on your Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, You'll need to have the TWRP recovery installed.

You can download the Note 8 Port (Nemesis) Custom ROM from the link below. Flash the ROM via TWRP to Install it on your S8 or S8 Plus.

Download: XDA

Samsung Galaxy S8 spotted on Geekbench running Android Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 15, 2017       

Android 8.0 Oreo Software update would be coming soon to both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

Just a few days back we reported that Samsung has started working on Android 8.0 Oreo updates for the Galaxy S8 Phones. Reportedly, the Oreo firmware version could be G950FXXU1BQI1 on the Galaxy S8, and G955FXXU1BQI1 on the Galaxy S8+.

Now, the Galaxy S8 (Non-Plus) variant has been spotted on Geekbench running the latest Android 8.0 Oreo. That means Oreo update for the Galaxy S8(s) is around the corner.

With Android 8.0 Oreo, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

That said, there's no exact date on when Samsung will be rolling out Android 8.0 Oreo for the duo Galaxy S8(s). We will let you know once the update is out.

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Android 8.0 Oreo update is in the works for the Galaxy S8 and S8+

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 10, 2017       

Android 8.0 Oreo Software update would be coming soon to both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

According to SamMobile, Samsung has started working on Android 8.0 Oreo updates for both the Smartphones. Reportedly, the Oreo firmware version could be G950FXXU1BQI1 on the Galaxy S8, and G955FXXU1BQI1 on the Galaxy S8+.

With Android 8.0 Oreo, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

That said, there's no exact date on when Samsung will be rolling out Android 8.0 Oreo for the duo Galaxy S8(s). We will let you know once the update is out.

Source: SamMobile

Galaxy J7 Plus: Samsung's first mid-range smartphone with Dual Camera System

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 02, 2017       

Samsung officially announced the Galaxy J7 Plus during an event in Thailand. The J7+ is Samsung's first mid-range smartphone and second after the Note 8 to feature dual-rear Camera.

With the J7+ you get a f/1.7 13 megapixel color sensor paired with a f/1.9 5 megapixel monochrome sensor. It also feature the Note 8's "Live Focus" mode, which lets you adjust the blur in real time.

It comes with a 5.5" FHD Super AMOLED Display, 16 megapixel front facing shooter with Selfie focus mode, Mediatek Helio P25 CPU, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage which can be expended upto 256GB via microSD card, 3000mAh battery, Bixby, Micro USB port for data syncing and charging, 3.5mm Audio Jack, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Samsung Experience 8.5. You get Fingerprint sensor and Face detection feature for security. 

The J7+ costs 12900 Thai Baht (389 USD/ 24,000 INR) which seems quite costly for a Mediatek CPU device. It will be available in Gold, Pink, and Black color options. Thoughts?

Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) gets Android 7.0 Nougat

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 29, 2017       

Samsung has finally started rolling out the Android 7.0 Nougat update for its Galaxy J7 (2016). For now, the update is only rolling out in Russia, but it's likely coming soon to other regions.

The Android 7.0 Nougat for the Galaxy J7 (2016) brings a newer user interface similar to the one found in the Galaxy S8, a slightly different version of Multi Window mode, enhanced notifications, Samsung Pass, and improved UI functionality.

If you haven't received the update yet, Just go into the settings, Software update, and then hit the Download updates manually button.

Samsung recommends to use a Wi-Fi connection for downloading Software updates. Got the latest update? Let us know in the below comment section. 

Via: GalaxyClub

Mid-Range Galaxy A (2018) series could feature Infinity Display

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 28, 2017       

Samsung a little few month ago announced its flagship phones, the Galaxy S8 and S8+ with gorgeous dual curved Infinity displays. Samsung has now brought it to the Galaxy Note series as well with its Galaxy Note 8.

According to the latest leaks, Samsung plans to bring its Infinity display to mid-range smartphones. The leak came from reputed Samsung tipster, mmddj_china on his Twitter handle revealing that the Galaxy A (2018) series will feature Infinity Display.

We've seen LG doing wonders with its mid-tier Q6 series. Of course, Samsung is saving the Next Galaxy A series for the year 2018. Additionally, Samsung could implement dual-camera to the A 2018 series along with the Infinity Display.

That said, all these are just rumors, so take them with a grain of salt.

Source: mmddj_china