Official Android 4.4.2 ROM is Now Available for The International Galaxy Note 3 [SM-N900]

Finally Android 4.4.2 is here for the Exynos-powered Galaxy Note 3, for some reason big Sammy decided to start rolling out the update in Poland for the LTE version ( N9005 ) last week first, Android 4.4.2 is the first update released by Samsung for the Note 3 and this time things are picking up at Samsung, Android 4.3 took quite a while to reach the Galaxy Note 2 but looks like this year Samsung is putting more effort into their firmware updates.

This update includes all the behind-the-scenes Android 4.4.2 enhancements, but it has those stylish white status bar icons too. Also in this update is wireless printing, more emoji support, Hangouts SMS integration, and more. The update should slowly make its way out to the rest of the world in the coming weeks.

Model: SM-N900
Country: Russia

Version: Android 4.4.2

Changelist: 376474

Build date: Tue, 14 Jan 2014 04:57:57 +0000

Product Code: SER

PDA: N900XXUDNA6

CSC: N900SERDNA6

MODEM: N900XXUDNA1

DOWNLOAD: Terafile

Official Android 4.4.2 ROM is Now Available for The International Galaxy Note 3 [SM-N900]

By: Unknown on: Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Tizen: What's with the hype?!

Lately a lot of tech bloggers seem extremely enthusiastic about Samsung's operating system "Tizen" and even naming it a competitor of Android , Personally I don't see how it could be a rival to Google's Android in any way; and I'll give you four reasons why:

1- It's not the first open source operating system out there

Actually there are quite a handful of open source operating systems that have made it to our smartphones and tablets such as Ubuntu Touch, FireFox OS and Open WebOS, some tried to force a heavily modified interface like what Amazon did with their Kindle devices but eventually Android rolled.

2- Tizen will miss something very important, Developers' interest

Android have been highly endorsed by the developers community as much as by the public, one of Android's strong selling points was the variety and the adoption rate from pretty much the majority of OEMs worldwide.

Tizen is the product of Samsung -and Intel among others- and I don't see companies like LG, Sony or HTC jumping to it... not in the near or far future, Think of it like Google+, The social network that is used pretty much by Google employees and a handful of people.

3- Samsung won't force it on us, or should I say "won't risk it"

Samsung will begin to offer devices running both Android and Tizen - Separately of course - and speaking for quite a huge chunk of Samsung's die hard fans -Whom are also Android's die hard fans- We're not willing to give up on Android that easy especially that Android has just began to expand and reach home appliances , wearables, cars and even our houses, It still has a lot of room to develop and become an essential part of our daily lives, People will go with the Android virant and even if the Tizen version came off strongly marketed by Samsung, The developers army will find a way to introduce Android to these devices.

4- Tizen is in early development stages

Tizen, The two years old OS; could take up a new fashionable look and grow to fit certain expectations but we're not even close to that, At the moment Tizen is an early imitation of Android OS, it needs a lot of work to reach the stability of other operating systems out there and no matter how many developers Samsung is putting behind it, it can't turn out to perfection over night, it took Android several years to do so and I don't think Tizen is there yet. 

With all that being said, Personally, I would love to have a spin at it but I for one am a believer of the power of Google and I won't simply switch from an operating system that is heavily backed as Android. I don't see Tizen as a threat to Google's Android.

What do you think?

Tizen: What's with the hype?!

By: Unknown on: Sunday, January 12, 2014

Meet The New Galaxy Tab Pro Family

Yesterday, Samsung introduced us to its new "Galaxy TabPro" range of tablets, all of which pack some pretty impressive specifications, not to mention their absolutely stunning design. The Tab Pro is available in three sizes – 8.4, 10.1 and 12.2-inches — whereas the Note Pro is only available in the larger size of 12.2-inches.

All 4G LTE variants pack Qualcomm’s 2.3GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 chipset, whilst the 3G-enabled and Wi-Fi only models sport Samsung’s Exynos 5420 processor, which incorporates four 1.9GHz Cortex-A15 CPU’s, running alongside an additional four 1.3GHz Cortex-A7 chips that take care of all of the heavy lifting, in terms of performance.

Both the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 and 10.1 pack a standard 2GB of RAM, whereas the Tab Pro 12.2 and Note Pro sport a rare and beefy 3GB of DDR3 RAM — so multitasking will be smoother and snappier than ever before. All of the slates embody gorgeous LCD displays with a resolution of 1600 x 2560, an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing shooters.

The internal memory capacity varies between devices, with the 8.4 and 10.1 models housing either 16GB or 32GB of flash memory, whereas the 12.2 variants have the option of either 32GB or 64GB of built-in storage. However, all models are expandable up to 64GB of external memory via a microSD card.

The devices differ by way of their battery capacity; both 12.2-inch models pack whopping 9,500 mAh non-removable cells, whereas the 10.1-inch Tab Pro sports a powerful 8,220 mAh battery and the Tab Pro 8.4 features a significantly smaller 4,800 mAh power unit.

Unlike the other three devices, the Galaxy Note Pro packs a fully functional S Pen, along with Samsung’s dedicated stylus software, including Air Command.

Meet The New Galaxy Tab Pro Family

By: Unknown on: Wednesday, January 08, 2014

Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus: Lighter, Faster and Better Than Ever

When Samsung announced 13-inch ATIV Book 9 Plus Ultrabook last year, 15-inch models were left with year old specs such as HD+ display, etc,. Today at CES, Samsung has announced the update for 15-inch ATIV Book 9 Plus Ultrabook. First, the display has been updated to 1080p(300 nits) with touch support. It is disappointing that Samsung didn’t go for QHD+ display, but this full HD resolution has resulted in incredible 14 hours battery life. As you expect, the device is now powered by Intel Haswell processors. You will have options to choose from Intel Core i5 model with a 128GB SSD, or a Intel Core i7 version with 256GB SSD.

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Check out the full PR release for more info:

Samsung Introduces Latest in Popular ATIV Line: ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition New Windows notebook delivers powerful performance and ultimate portability in a premium design, complete with a UL Certified ergonomically designed keyboard for maximum comfort Amman, Jordan (January, 2014) – Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., announced the introduction of the ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition, the newest device in the popular ATIV line. The new Windows notebook builds on the flagship Book 9 notebook to offer enhanced portability and functionality, while continuing to deliver on the promise of the ATIV series by providing a no compromise PC experience for any environment. The PC offers an eye-catching design with a slim, light body for convenient mobility, along with long-lasting battery life and a large, sharp display enabling seamless productivity. The ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition sports a sophisticated, aerodynamic design with an ultra-slim, sturdy and light-weight single-shell metal body for ultimate portability. The device’s crisp and clear 15.6” display offers a 20 percent brighter, 125 percent higher definition display than the previous generation Book 9 with wide-angle viewing perfect for professionals looking to maximize productivity anytime, anywhere. In addition to its enhanced display, the ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition provides users with a 14-hour battery life for an all-day computing experience without the need for an adapter. Its new UL Certified ergonomically designed keyboard also provides users with improved performance and maximum comfort while typing. The ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition comes equipped with a number of features to bring users the same ultra-high quality audio experienced in recording studios with the pre-installed SPlayer+, an exclusive lossless audio player that works in conjunction with high performance Wolfson DAC chip. The ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition will be on display at the Samsung booth #12004 in Central Hall at CES 2014, January 7 through 10, 2014. The device will be offered in Solid Black, and will be available globally* Key Specifications Category Details ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition Display Size 15.6” FHD Resolution 1920 x 1080 Performance OS Windows 8 Processor Core i5/i7 ULV Graphics Intel HD Graphics 4400 Memory 8 GB Storage Up to 1024 GB SSD (Dual SSD) Camera 720p HD Dimensions Dimensions 374.3 x 249.9 mm Weight 1.85 kg Color Solid Black I/O Ports USB Ports 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, HDMI, mini VGA, RJ45 (with Adapter), SD, HP/Mic, Slim Security Lock * The availability of each service may differ by country. * All functionality, features, specifications, and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus: Lighter, Faster and Better Than Ever

By: Unknown on: Wednesday, January 08, 2014

Meet Samsung's Most Gorgeous All-In-One PC: The ATIV One 7

The Samsung ATIV One 7 is an all-in-one PC with a 24-inch full HD touch screen. It features Intel Core i3 or i5 Haswell processors with 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD or 128GB SSD + 1TB HDD capacity, HD webcam (1MP) and 2x speakers. The sockets are 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB 2.0, HDMI in / out, RJ45 and 3-in-1 card reader. It runs Windows 8.1 64bit and weights 7.3 pounds.

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Check out the Press Release for more info:

The New Samsung ATIV One7 Delivers Immersive Entertainment Experience on All-In-One PC Redesigned Samsung ATIV One7 (2014 Edition) offers a comprehensive multimedia hub for the entire family Amman, Jordan – (January, 2014) – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduced the ATIV One7 2014 Edition, an all-in-one PC providing an immersive multimedia experience in a sleek new design.This evolution of theATIV One series brings enhanced connectivity with mobile devicesand performance upgrades including a premium Full HD display, superior speakersand greater storage space. The ATIV One7 2014 Edition offers seamless PC-Mobile convergence with Galaxy smartphones. With a large storage capacity of 1TB, the ATIV One7 2014 Edition acts as a secure cloud service, allowing users to access and save photos, movies, music and documents anytime, anywhere through Samsung Link. Bluetooth Music Play lets users enjoy streaming crisp, high-quality music from your smartphone through the ATIV One7 2014 Edition’s two 7-watt speakers with Tweeter by simply connecting devices via Bluetooth even when PC is powered off. Experience all the benefits of SideSync with a fast and easy wireless or USB connection. Users can also leave home with the ATIV One7 powered off, and remotely power back on when needed in order to save energy. And watch movies with family and friends on the ATIV One7 2014 Edition’s gorgeous 24-inch full HD screen, complete with 178 degrees free angle viewing and anti-reflection (as well as surround sound with Dolby Home Theater). Users can even turn the PC into a large-screen HDTV or monitor with HDMI-in/out and HDTV ports. The ATIV One7 (2014 Edition) will be on display at the Samsung booth #12004 in Central Hall at CES 2014, January 7through 10, 2014. The device will be offered in white in Korea beginning of Feb. 2014 in case of non-touch model and April 2014 in case of touch model. Key Specifications Category Details ATIV One7 (2014 Edition) Display Size 24”(61cm) LED Full HD *10-points touch screen Resolution 1920x1080, 16:9 178º free viewing angle, Anti-Reflection Performance OS Windows 8.1 (64bit) Processor 4th generation Intel Core i3/i5 Graphics Integrated Memory 8 GB Storage 1TB HDD/ 128G SSD + 1TB HDD Camera 720p HD (1.0M) Dimensions Dimensions W 575.4 X H 345.4 X D 26.6mm (With Stand: D168.4mm) Weight 7.3 kg Color White I/O Ports USB Ports 2 x USB3.0, 2 x USB2.0, HDMI-in / out, RJ45, HP / Mic. Combo, 3-in-1,* HDTV * The availability of each service may differ by country. * All functionality, features, specifications, and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Meet Samsung's Most Gorgeous All-In-One PC: The ATIV One 7

By: Unknown on: Wednesday, January 08, 2014

Watch the livestream of the Samsung press event at CES 2014 here

CES 2014 has already kicked off, and the next event on the agenda is Samsung's press conference, which is scheduled to begin very soon. During the show, the company is expected to make a number of exciting announcements – a new lineup of tablets under the "PRO" moniker are incoming and the leaks have already shown us what we should be expecting from them. And that't not going to be all for sure. Long story short, Samsung's press conference is going to be an exciting event, which is why we suppose you might be interested in watching it. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy the livestream below!

Watch the livestream of the Samsung press event at CES 2014 here

By: Unknown on: Monday, January 06, 2014