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I came across the above video and thought it was a must post for the site.  Featuring over 50 little known, yet useful tricks for the Galaxy S5 this is well worth watching if you're a S5 owners.  From one-handed operation mode to 'kid mode' to headphone calibration, there's tons here to help you get the most out of your S5.  Let us know which you plan to use the most.


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One of the great things about Samsung is that they spare no expense when it comes to providing marketing support for their new devices.  Now that the new flagship Galaxy S5 phone has been introduced they've come out with the above 'Introducing Samsung Galaxy S5' video which takes us on a tour of all the great new features...both hardware and software that the new device brings.

Starting with its new 'glam' design in four colors...Shimmery White, Charcoal Black, Copper Gold and Electric Blue, we then get a tour of the hardware with the new larger 2,800 mAh battery, 2.5GHz processor with 2GB of RAM, slim bezel and 5.1inch Super AMOLED Display, advanced camera with improved focus, 802.11ac 2x2 MIMO Wifi and more.  If you've thinking of picking up an S5 as your next phone or even if you're an S4 owner and want to see what the newer model brings to the table...it's worth the watch.


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If you've been waiting for a great price on an unlocked Galaxy S4 Active then this is your change.  Right now you can grab a refurbished unit on Ebay for only $389.99, which is 44% off list price and one of the lowest prices we've seen.  The S4 Active is a 16GB GSM model that works on AT&T and other GSM networks.  Specs includeFull HD display,  8mp rear camera, IP67 water/dust resistance, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.0, Wifi a/b/g/n and more.  Hit the link below to grab one before they're gone.


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Samsung introduced the next generation of their Galaxy S phone, the Galaxy S5 during the Samsung 'Unpacked' event at the Mobile World Congress conference in Barcelona Spain yesterday.   Sporting a slight update to the design of the S4 with a new dimpled finish as well as chrome colored edging it will come in 4 colors, black white, gold and blue.  The S5 will of course include both upgraded internals and some new features when compared to the S4. 

Perhaps most notable in the new features department are the inclusion of a heart rate monitor and fingerprint scanner that will allow both unlocking of the phone as well as Paypal functionality in addition to the heart rate monitor function.  The specs of the Galaxy S5 also get a boost with the screen now coming in at 5.1 inches and sporting the same FHD 1920 x 1080 resolution as well as a new Snapdragon 801 processor running at 2.5GHz which is a nice bump from the 1.9GHz of the current model.  Other specs include a new 16MP front camera with new multiplane focusing, 2.1MP front camera, 2,800 mAh removable battery, 2GB of RAM, 16/32GB internal memory expandable up to 64GB with a microSD card, USB 3.0, NFC, 4G LTE, IP67 Dust and water Resistance and more.   Full press release below.

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Samsung Brings Next Generation Galaxy S Smartphone and New Gear Wearables to U.S. in April

Galaxy S 5 Enhances Everyday Experiences Through New, Meaningful Innovations


DALLAS, February 24, 2014 – Expanding on its best-selling smartphone line, Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC (Samsung Mobile) is introducing the Galaxy S® 5 with new experiences, industry leading technology and meaningful innovations that consumers care about most. Samsung has also refined its wearables line with three new Gear designs that will change the way consumers connect while making it more personalized than ever before.

The Galaxy S 5, Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo and Gear Fit will be available to U.S. consumers this spring across various channels. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, MetroPCS and U.S. Cellular will carry the Galaxy S 5. Samsung Experience Shops in Best Buy, as well as Amazon, Costco, RadioShack, Sam’s Club, Target and Walmart will also carry the Galaxy S 5. Gear 2, Gear Neo 2 and Gear Fit will be available through carrier and retail channels, including the Samsung Experience Shops in Best Buy.

The Galaxy S 5 delivers unrivaled experiences on a brilliant 5.1-inch display, powered by technology that enables amazing new camera experiences, lightning fast data connections, and health and wellness monitoring. Building on the innovation of Galaxy Gear, Samsung’s first wearable device, Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo each bring new and refined features based on consumer feedback. Gear Fit was designed with health and wellness in mind, so users can stay connected while maintaining their active lifestyle†.

“Samsung continues to lead and define the direction of mobile technology with unmatched innovation,” said Gregory Lee, president and CEO of Samsung Telecommunications America and Samsung Electronics North America Headquarters. “We listened to consumers and the Galaxy S 5 and new Gears bring enhancements that give consumers meaningful and inspiring experiences they can use every day.”

The Galaxy S 5 Makes Everyday Better

The Galaxy S 5 introduces new features, designed with the consumer in mind, to deliver experiences that improve everyday life.  The Galaxy S 5 delivers a viewing experience with an adaptive Full HD Super AMOLED® display with rich colors, darker blacks and faster response times for clearer high speed content. Wide viewing angles and crisp HD video on the bright bold display that adapts to bright outdoor sunlight or indoor ambient lighting means the best seat in the house anytime, anywhere.

The new camera features and simplified controls, paired with the 16 megapixel rear facing camera elevate the photo-taking experience.

New Galaxy S 5 camera features are intuitive and responsive for high-quality photos:

·         Phase Detection Auto Focus: Advanced auto focus speeds for capturing a shot quickly – first smartphone with phase detection auto focus, a feature usually found in DSLR cameras
·         Real-Time HDR: High Dynamic Range (HDR) preview mode makes it easier to choose when to use HDR – like trying to photograph a beautiful sunset. It also enables users to capture HDR photos or videos with no shutter lag or post-processing.
·         Selective Focus Mode: Blur images near or far for a creative, one-of-a-kind shot
·         Shot and More Mode: The camera chooses and recommends  Drama Shot, Best Photo, Best Face or Eraser shot after the picture is taken to create the best photo
·         Studio: Add effects to photos and edit movies with a complete suite of editing tools within the Gallery
With S Health™ consumers can access health info, track and map workouts and make and track healthier eating choices right on the Galaxy S 5.The Galaxy S 5 has the world’s first built-in heart rate monitor (HRM) which provides real time data before and after exercise by placing a finger on a sensor by the rear-facing camera.

Key platform components of S Health include:

·         Nutrition: Meal tracking and planning with nutritional information·         Fitness: HRM, exercise log, mapped runs and location tracking
The Galaxy S 5 is packed with leading technology enhancements, including Quick Connect,which locates the nearest devices to share content, files, or your screen through Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi® or Wi-Fi Direct™. A built-in fingerprint sensor unlocks and locks the Galaxy S 5 and provides secure password protection to use PayPal for secure payments. The Galaxy S 5 also supports the latest mobile wallets, including Isis (a consortium among various carrier partners) and Google Wallet™.

The Galaxy S 5 uses the latest technology for the fastest browsing, streaming, and downloads, whether you’re at home or on the go.

•         4G LTE Bands: Extensive support of U.S. carrier LTE bands and optimized to take advantage of the latest 4G LTE technology on all carrier networks, which means faster data download speeds and better coverage than ever before

•         Faster Wi-Fi:  First smartphone with 802.11ac Wi-Fi with MIMO support provides up to twice the download speeds for faster browsing and streaming

More Connected, Less Distracted

The second generation of Gear offers a refined look and customizable experience with a trio of options to suit a range of consumer preferences: Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo and Gear Fit.

With an extended S Health experience, the new Gear devices can serve as a personal trainer functioning as a pedometer, HRM and calories burned tracker.

Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo

The Galaxy Gear design has been refreshed with the Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo featuring interchangeable straps, compatible with standard 22mm pin watch bands to personalize. The Gear 2 is the premium wearable with a 2 megapixel camera which has been moved from the strap to the face for a more sleek design, complementing the brushed metal finish. The Gear 2 Neo has a polycarbonate finish. The home key on the Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo is positioned on the front of the face for convenient access.

New Gear offerings allow consumers to access and customize their experience, quickly receiving and responding to a call, text, e-mail or app notification right from your wrist. New shortcuts and additional app support make the device experience easier to navigate and take action. Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo have 1.63 inch Super AMOLED displays and even allow voice calls and text messaging, right from your wrist.

Music is truly on the go with the music app on Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo – transfer, store and shuffle through songs even when away from your phone. Pair the devices with Bluetooth headphones to enjoy favorite songs while on the go.

Gear Fit

With a 1.84 inch curved Super AMOLED display and interchangeable band, Gear Fit has an athletic design that’s functional whether active or asleep. The Gear Fit tracks your steps, monitors your heart rate on the go, and provides notifications of incoming calls, texts and emails.

The Galaxy S 5 will be available in Charcoal Black and Shimmery White. Galaxy S 5 accessories will include a Wallet Case, S View Flip Cover, and Wireless Charging Covers and Wireless Charging S View Flip Covers in an array of colors.

The Gear 2 comes in the following color combinations: Titan Silver face with Black strap, Titan Silver face with a Wild Orange strap and a Gold Brown face with Brown strap. The Gear 2 Neo comes in Black, Wild Orange and Mocha Gray. Gear Fit comes with a Black band with additional Wild Orange and Mocha Gray band color options.

For more information, please visit www.samsungmobileuspress.com. To register for more information about the Galaxy S 5, please visit www.samsung.com/us/gs5.

† This device, S Health, and related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease

 This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.

About Samsung Telecommunications America

Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.



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It's no secret that Samsung is the largest handset maker in the world with its Galaxy S line including the Galaxy S3 and Galaxy S4 being blockbuster devices.  Web Ad firm Chitika quantifies this with data showing that while here in the U.S. the Galaxy line falls behind Apple's iPhone in total web use, they totally dominate all other Android handsets.   The above chart shows the breakdown with the S3 and S4 taking an impressive 33.9% and 23.8% respectively in total web traffic of Samsung devices.  These numbers represent web traffic between December 1st and 29th, 2013 and the percentages are of approximately 300 million impressions in the U.S. and Canada. 

Interestly, Samsung's Galaxy Note line including the Note I, II and III make up only 13.3% of Samsung's total.  One interesting takeaway form the numbers are that the previous generation phones...such as the Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note II have greater share than the current generation Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note III.   This might change as those generations continue selling since both have been out less than a year.   Now there's more information in the research released that pertains to tablet usage, with the key takeaway being that 7 and 10 inch devices are used more than any other size.

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We want to wish everyone a Happy And Healthy New Year! 
Thanks for making this the #1 Galaxy S Series Forum and we look forward to seeing you all back here in 2014! 

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If you missed the sale last month, you can get the awesome Urge Basics Soundbrick Bluetooth Stereo Speaker for 44% off today..only $34.99.   These usually retail for about 70-80 bucks and pump out tremendous sound through a wireless bluetooth connection to your Galaxy S.   It also has a built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality and comes in various colors including black, white, red, blue and pink.  Has a built-in lithium ion rechargeable battery and compares nicely to the Jambox soundbrick which is 4x as costly.   Now this soundbrick is really great to pair up with your phone because it let's you stream your entire music collection...or even watch movies and video while enjoying booming stereo sound that can fill an entire room or backyard with great bass.  It really let's you enjoy all that great music you've got on your phone without headphones.  Link below


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If you've got young kids around this holiday then you'll want to take advantage of this great sale that Disney is having on many of their most popular games and apps through the Google Play Store.  Many of their most popular titles such as Where's My Water, Monsters Inc. Run, Temple Run Oz, Where's My Perry and more are only 49 cents each.  Some such as The Muppets Show, Disney Hidden Worlds and Nemo's Reef are free.  Definitely worth taking advantage of these prices and grab yourself a few Disney titles as a stocking stuffer on your Galaxy S4.  I personally recommend Temple Run: Brave and Wreck-It Ralph but heck, there's so many good titles here for both you and the kids I'm gonna grab a bunch more.



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Once again as Christmas and New Years approaches Google is helping us all get into the festive mood by offering up a bevy of games, music and apps for free for all Android lovers to enjoy.   This season's picks include some hot gaming titles such as Asphalt 8:  Airborne, Despicable Me with the special Christmas Add-Ons, Star Wars: Tiny Death Star and more.  We also get some holiday themed tunes and tv shows with notable titles and talents as Nick Lowe, Trombone Shorty, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Clement C. Moore, the TV PiloT for True Blood and more.  Definitely heavy on the gaming titles this year which should keep the kids or the kid in you busy on Christmas Day.  Get em while they're free and Happy Holidays!


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There's an awesome sale going on for Caseology cases right now by ebay seller modn_mall (99.5% positive rating) with all kinds of cool cases starting at just $4 and including free shipping to boot.  Some examples are the Matte Slim Fit Flexible TPU Case Cover [Navy] above for only $8.99, available in several colors, or the Premium Leather Wallet Built-in Stand Case in Black or Brown seen below for only $7.99 among others.  They even have carbon fiber, hybrid cases and more in multiple colors.  With Free Shipping and these low prices it's a great way to grab a few different cases for your S4 for the holiday for either yourself or a great present.  I particularly like these leather cases as they give my phone a classy look that stands out from the typical plastic and feel great in the hand.  Of course you can't go wrong with carbon fiber either.  Heck, at these prices, pick a different one for every day of the week!  Hit the link below to go to the sale.











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What's over 6 foot tall, wears curly toed shoes and looks ridiculous in an elf uniform.  That's right...Will Ferrel in the classic Christmas time movie 'Elf'.  In the holiday spirit, Google Play is giving a free download of 'Elf' to all in standard definition.  You can download it right here from the Google Play Movies & TV section.   Of course if you want to watch it in high definition you'll have to pony up a few bucks to pay for the privilege but will you really laugh any more...probably not.   Regardless it still looks and watches terrific on your Galaxy S4 and acts as an introduction to all the other great movies and tv shows you'll find on Google Play.  What's your favorite scene in ELF?  Let us know in the comments below!

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If you've been waiting for a great deal on a MicroSDHC card for your Galaxy S4 then this could be the deal you've been waiting for.  Amazon has the 32GB Class 10 MicroSDHC on sale right now for just $17.75.  That's typically the price the 16GB goes for.   The lowest we usually see the 32GB at is about $25-$30 so this is really cheap for the 32GB.   It also comes with a SD Card adapter so you can use it not just in your tablet but in your laptop or camera.  Sandisk is probably the premier SD card maker and Class 10 is the best they get and is particularly great at not just photos but playing videos as well.  Slower cards like Class 2 or 4 sometimes have trouble streaming video.  Not sure how long this price is gonna be so I'd snap one or two up if you're interested.  Link below.


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Perfect for today's high-performance Android smartphone and tablet users who want to get the most out of memory-intensive activities like 3-D gaming and apps, the SanDisk Mobile Ultra microSDHC UHS-I card drives transfer speeds of up to 30MB/s for faster app response times. For shooting Full HD video and high-megapixel pictures, it delivers two times the speed of typical microSD memory cards and a class 10 rating for the highest video recording performance available. In addition, the included SanDisk Memory Zone app lets you easily view, access, and backup all of your digital files from your phone's memory, additional memory card and cloud services all in one convenient place.

- Highest Full HD video recording performance available with class 10 rating
- Ideal for Android and other smartphones and tablets
- UHS-1 enabled
- Perfect choice for Android smartphones and tablets
- Faster app performance with transfer speeds up to 30MB/s
- 2x the speed of typical microSD cards for advanced photo capture
- Water-proof, temperature proof, X-ray proof, shock proof±



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Great deal on an unlocked GSM Galaxy S4 I9500 GT-I9500L in your choice of black, blue, white or purple on Ebay Daily Deals.  This is $200 off list (29%) and about $100 less than any major electronics reseller has it.  Specs include a Full HD 5 inch 1080 x 1920 AMOLED display, 16GB flash memory with 2GB of ram, Exynos 5 Octa 5410 CPU, Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7,  GPU PowerVR SGX 544MP3, 2600 mAh battery, 13MP camera, Gorilla Glass 3 protection and more.  This is a great deal if you're looking to buy your phone upfront and then do a month to month on your choice of GSM carriers.  The Galaxy S4 is Samsung's current flagship phone and the bestselling Android phone of 2013.


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Take that iPhone. According to the consumer review blog 'Which' the Galaxy S4 topped all comers in a contest of battery life.  Other phones tested included such popular devices as the iPhone 5S, HTC One, Galaxy S4 Mini, Nokia Lumia 1020 and more.  Coming in with a stellar1051 minutes of call time and 405 minutes of internet use, the S4 topped both categories followed up closely by a bevy of other Android handsets.  Perhaps most interesting, the iPhone 5S only placed #4 in the talk test with 651 minutes and a paltry298 minutes in internet use.  Factor in the fact the Galaxy S4 has a removable battery and it's a hands-down slaughter when it comes to which leading smartphone is the best for those not wanting to worry about their battery running out of juice during a long day.  The one phone we would have liked to see included in this contest would have been the Droid MAXX, which is known for its extra large battery and long life.  But alas...when it comes to the most popular handset, shown here...the S4 comes out on top.


Source: Which?

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