SAMSUNG GALAXY S8 and S8 PLUS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA

Samsung Electonic Bran in West Africa has announced that its new flagship Galaxy S series, specifically s8 and s8 plus was made available for pre-registraion in nigeria starting on the 10th day of the month of April and open till... However, both devices will be available in the Nigeria Market early next month.

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Samsung Galaxy Duo S8 and Galaxy S8+ Reports Affected by Red Discolouration Display, Users Claim

The Samsung Duo and flagship Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ were launched last month, and it went on sale at the start of April in some countries. The company has announced that it has managed to sell 1 million units since April 7, and now early adopters are reporting what seems to be the first issue cropping up on the device. As per a report, some users in South Korea claim a red-tinge is permanently visible on their display, and an analyst claims that this could be because of a colour balance problem in production of OLED panels.

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Samsung Galaxy S8 Finally Launched - Check Out Release Date and Everything Thing You Need To Know

That Samsung Flagship, Galaxy S8 has finally been launched and yeah, it's entirely as we expected thanks to the great leaks that have sprung up all over the internet.

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APPLE ANNOUNCES RED iPHONE 7 & 7 PLUS, ACCESSORIES TO BE RELEASED IN FEW DAYS

It was quite a long day for Apple yesterday as they released a range of new devices and accessories and there was a whole lot to like about just everything Apple introduced even though the rumored 10.5 inch iPad did not make an appearance.

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Google Allegedly planning a 'super Pixel' handset to to take on Apple's iPhone 8

The head of hardware at Google has confirmed that the firm is developing a second-generation Pixel for the allegedly ‘premium smartphone market’. It is believed that the 'Pixel 2' could launch this fall
The confirmation comes from Rick Osterloh during an interview with AndroidPT.

‘There is an annual rhythm in the industry,’ Osterloh said in the interview.
‘So, you can count on us to follow it’
‘You can count on a successor this year, even if you don't hear a date from me now.

Although the Pixel 2 is planned to be release around the same time as the iPhone 8, Google is however focusing on the upper price segment of the market.

The confirmation comes from Rick Osterloh during an interview with AndroidPT. Google’s second-generation phone (pictured is the original Pixel) would go head-to-head with Apple’s launch of its rumored iPhone 7s and highly-anticipated iPhone 8

Osterloh stated that ‘Pixel stays premium’ and the firm will ‘leave lower price segments to other manufacturers’.

The firm launched the Pixel line around the same time as the iPhone 7 was revealed.

'We believe the next big thing will be at the intersection of hardware and software,’ Osterloh said in October. And he also took aim at Apple, saying the phone has 'no unsightly phone bump'.

Brian Rakowski of Google said the phone was 'designed inside and out to be smart'.
He said the Pixel's new camera was better than the iPhone 7.
'It's the best smartphone camera anyone has made,' he said.

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Samsung Galaxy S8, S8 Plus to pack a Huge Battery from the Box

Various reports has it recently that Samsung’s Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus smartphones will have bigger batteries than their predecessors. But it looks like Samsung will play it safe, to the detriment of anyone who wanted a longer-lasting device. 

Even if we’d expect bigger batteries in brand new phones, Samsung is on the rebound following the Galaxy Note 7 battery fires, which forced the company to cancel the phones two months after it launched.

A korean site The Investor says the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus will have smaller batteries than initially expected. The Samsung Galaxy S8 will pack a 3,000 mAh battery, while the phablet version will have a 3,500 mAh battery, these are almost the same capacities used last year for the Galaxy S7 (3,000 mAh) and Galaxy S7 edge (3,600 mAh). Previous reports released said the Galaxy S8 versions will have 3,250 and 3,750 mAh batteries.

The report notes that Samsung made some changes to its battery supplies following the Galaxy Note 7 debacle, by adding Japanese company Murata to its supply line.

so yeah, if you are considering geting the new Samsung Galaxy s8 which will be in the market in few weeks, then consider the weight that comes along with huge batteries.

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Samsung C9 Pro Specs and Price Unvieled

Few hours ago, Samsung announced the launch of a new mid-range smartphone called the Galaxy C9 Pro. The company has officially confirmed the specifications and price of this device.

Samsung says that the Galaxy C9 Pro is a “feature powerhouse” and that it has been developed for consumers who demand more from their smartphones. The Galaxy C9 Pro promises a great multimedia experience and great camera performance.

It’s powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage that can be increased using a microSD card. The handset features a 16 megapixel rear and 16 megapixel front camera, a 4,000mAh battery and it’s powered by Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

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The Galaxy C9 Pro is actually the first Samsung smartphone to come with 6GB of RAM. The company says that this is one of the reasons why this handset provides a great multi-tasking experience. It also points out that the cameras are pretty good as well.

The front and rear 16 megapixel unit has a wide f1.9 aperture which enables users to take great pictures even in low light conditions. A dual LED flash is also onboard.

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This is a dual-SIM LTE device which also features a USB Type-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The Galaxy C9 Pro has been launched in India only right now in Black and Gold colors. It will be released in the second half of February for INR 36,900 ($530).

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Samsung Galaxy S7 Rear Camera Lens Inexplicably Splints

One company happy to see 2016 end tonight is Samsung. The company had a great start to 2016 as the SamsungGalaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 edge quickly became the top Android flagship models. And smartphone fanatics were eagerly awaiting the feature packed Samsung Galaxy Note 7. This was to be the first Galaxy Note model to be protected from the rain. And with that IP68 certification rating, the phablet could be submerged in up to nearly 5-feet of water for as long as 30-minutes and escape unscathed.

But in an attempt to throw everything into the Galaxy Note 7 but the kitchen sink, Samsung engineers tried to create internal space by designing a svelte battery. But in doing so, Samsung apparently didn't leave enough room to prevent volatile parts of the cell from touching. As a result, several Galaxy Note 7 units exploded. A couple of recalls later, and the Galaxy Note 7 was pulled off the market.

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The latest problem affecting Samsung has to do with the camera on the back of the Galaxy S7. In a story that was published in the Consumerist last week, a Galaxy S7 owner named Sean woke up and discovered that the glass on his back camera had shattered even though it was left untouched and in a case overnight. 

As you might imagine, Sammy wasn't buying the story and refused to honor the warranty. Other owners of this model have apparently been experiencing the same issue and have posted about it on the Samsung Community website. While Samsung's response to some of the posts call the damage an "isolated incident," the thread contains 22 pages of similar complaints.

Even if you've already laid out the $70 or so that it costs to repair the camera lens, legal help might be on the way. A law firm named Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is looking to speak with Galaxy S7 owners whose rear camera lens shattered despite the lack of any impact. If this has indeed happened to you and Samsung refuses to give you the time of day, click on the sourcelink. The law might be on your side.

"Multiple consumers have reported instances of this glass cover shattering without any external force applied, leaving a perfect circle in the center of the glass as if it had been shot out. Despite receiving numerous customer complaints about this apparent defect, Samsung has consistently denied any responsibility, instead blaming its customers and refusing to repair or refund the devices even while still under warranty. Samsung recognizes that a quality camera is a critical distinguishing feature of any smartphone and heavily marketed the Galaxy S7 Series with this feature in mind. Without a usable camera, a smartphone is a device that only partially functional at best, and with Samsung refusing to repair or refund these defective phones, many consumers are finding themselves stuck with them."-Keller Rohrback LLP

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Send Physical Kiss Over the Internet with Kissenger

You can now send a physical kiss to your long-distance lover over the internet, thanks to a new smartphone gadget developed by researchers. The device, known as Kissenger works with pressure sensors and actuators.

It records the user's kiss and transmits it to an identical receiving device, which recreates it for the person on the other end through an app that also features videocalling.

"Kissing is the most direct and universal expression of intimacy and affection," said Emma Yann Zhang, who worked on the prototype as PhD student at City University London.

"It's a way for us to bond and maintain intimacy in our relationships," she said.

"Also, it stresses reducing; when we engage in this kind of intimate physical touch, we have a lower level of blood pressure," Zhang was quoted as saying by the 'Mirror'.

Parents can also use Kissenger to give their children a kiss on the cheek when they are away at work, researchers said. 

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Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus to spot 6-inch display

Samsung may be planning a larger version of the Galaxy S8 with a 6-inch display. A report on Naver claims that Samsung will offer the Galaxy S8 in two screen sizes, but one model will likely have a 6-inch size.

The standard version of the Galaxy S8 will continue to come with a 5-inch screen, while the S8 Plus will feature a 6-inch display. That’s a bit larger than the Note 7’s 5.7-inch display, but the report states that the smartphones will have a similar appearance, due to thinner bezels.

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The report, citing a source within Samsung, claims that both Galaxy S8 models will sport a curved display. This is in line with previous rumours of Samsung altogether scrapping the flat model completely.

Samsung did consider to use an S-Pen with the Galaxy S8 Plus, but the add-on functionality was dropped from the phone, the report said. Looks like those plans were shelved in favor of keeping the Note brand alive.

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Naver also says that the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus will ship with a voice controlled assistant. However, it has been constantly said that Google might prevent Samsung from adding AI to the Galaxy S8 since it would directly compete with its Pixel lineup, which is powered by Google Assistant.

The South Korean company started the year on a positive note with the success of the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge. Soon the company had to face a lot of trouble due to the Galaxy Note 7. But Samsung is looking forward to the Galaxy S8, its next-generation smartphone.

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Samsung may unveil the Galaxy S8 in late February at MWC 2017, according to some published reports. Meanwhile, a report from Naver (via Sam Mobile) has said that the smartphone will be unveiled in April in New York city, instead.

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List Of Smartphones To Be Release In 2017

The smartphone market has been stiff this year with the release of high ends smartphone devices, the likes of iPhone 7 and 7s, Samsung s7 and the exploding Samsung Note 7 to the likes of Hauwei, Lenovo, Asus and other top brands making up for a great smartphone year. 2107 however, promises better in terms of devices to be on the look out for. Here at theplaceng, we have compiled the list of smartphones that will be making huge difference in the coming year.

Apple iPhone 8

 The tenth generation Apple flagship is the obvious place to start for 2017, with Apple expected to release something revolutionary to indeed recognize this notable landmark. It hardly seems a decade since the first iPhone was revealed, but in this 10-year period the smartphone has become by far the most dominant and recognizable piece of mobile technology on the planet.

Recent Apple iPhone releases have perhaps been a little disappointing, with the consumer electronics giant accused of being rather conservative with its efforts. While CEO Tim Cook presided over some outstanding financial success in his early years in the position, since then Apple sales have begun to recede, with critics accusing the company of piling things high and selling then cheaply, as opposed to innovating.

So the iPhone 8 is set to be a major departure from previous devices in the range, not least because three separate iPhone 8 models are expected. The new version is anticipated to feature a curved display and edge-to-edge design, while Apple will also likely improve the screen resolution of the device, include 3D technology in the camera, introduce wireless charging for the first time, and embrace OLED.

There are many other innovations already been linked with the iPhone page, which should be expected in September 2017.

Samsung Galaxy S8

It would be fair to say that 2016 was not the most salubrious in the history of Samsung, following the Galaxy Note 7 debacle. It is difficult to recall a bigger disaster in the history of smartphones than a major release which exploded on a regular basis and that was thus forced to be completely recalled!

Samsung will attempt to respond to this mini-tragedy by releasing two outstanding smartphones in 2017. And the first of these will be the Galaxy S8, expected to hit the market, as usual, in the first quarter of next year.

The Korean corporation has already noted in a press release that its mobile business faces massive pressure in the next 12 months. “The Mobile business saw its earnings decrease significantly QOQ due to the effects of the discontinuation of the Galaxy Note7. However, smartphone shipments remained solid due to continued stable sales of its existing flagship devices, including the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, and steady growth in the mid-tier Galaxy A and J series,” a press release noted. Clearly Samsung has some work to do to get back on track and regain the positive momentum it had developed before the exploding Note 7 issue came to light.

Samsung must hit the ground running with the Galaxy S8, thus we can expect some outstanding specifications for this smartphone. It is even possible that this could be the first 4K resolution smartphone that Samsung has released, but regardless of this the Galaxy S8 should be the highlight of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in February.

Galaxy Note 8

It now also seems likely that Samsung will not discard the Galaxy Note branding, and will instead released the eighth generation of this mobile next year. Samsung obviously has a lot of work to do to restore the brand image of this particular device, but the Galaxy Note series had built up a significant amount of good will prior to the Note 7.

If the Galaxy S8 does not include a 4K resolution display, it seems almost a certainty that the Galaxy Note 8 will. Samsung has a policy of innovating with the Galaxy Note range, and we should expect this to be a particularly outstanding device.

OnePlus 4 / OnePlus 5

OnePlus has built up a significant following with solid, reliable, expensive and flexible smartphones, and this new release should be intriguing. It is worth noting that OnePlus may skip the branding of OnePlus 4, owing to the number being considered unlucky in China. Thus, the next-generation smartphone from the company could instead be branded as the OnePlus 5.

Early reports on this mobile competitor suggest that a ceramic body will dominate the exterior of the device, with massive updates in both software and hardware also expected, meaning that this could be the first quad HD smartphone from OnePlus.

Google Pixel 2

Google has yet to become the major player in the smartphone niche that it would undoubtedly like to be, but perhaps the Pixel 2 to can begin to change this. Many believe that previous Google Pixel releases are truly outstanding, but that the relatively high price tag has prevented the smartphone from becoming a mainstream device.

Nonetheless, Google is expected to update the Pixel still further in 2017, and this should be an adventurous and exciting smartphone when it is released. Because of the embryonic nature of the smartphone range, it is not certain when the Google Pixel 2 will be released, or precisely what will be involved. But Google would be particularly advised to ensure that the Pixel 2 is presented at a competitive price point.

LG G6

LG has produced some wonderful smartphones over the years, and the LG G5 was particularly well-received critically. However, the Korean corporation has never been one willing to stand still, and of course the company has confirmed that the G6 will not feature a modular component.

This means a significant reinvention of the flagship smartphone once more, suggesting that there will be big changes to the design of this mobile. An LG release is always intriguing, as the company arguably takes more risks than any other smartphone competitor. So the LG G6 will be well worth looking out for in 2017.

Nokia

Finally, the welcome return of Nokia to the smartphone marketplace, with two new Android-driven handsets, will be intriguing to monitor. Early reports on these devices suggest that Nokia will focus on delivering outstanding display quality, unique design and excellent battery life to ensure convenience. Can Nokia become a major smartphone player again in 2017?

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5 Android Apps That Can Convert Text Words To Voice

Android smartphones are very popular nowadays and they have so many various amazing functions. smartphone users are looking for smart applications which can help them complete their day-to-day tasks easily. One interesting function that many people are looking for are apps that convert voice to text. In line with this, Jumia Travel shares 5 android apps for converting voice to text.

ShoutOut

ShoutOut is a wonderful voice to text software. Whatever you input as voice, it will be converted to words by this application. It is very good for messaging services as it comes with dictation and voice addressing.

Google voice search

Google seem to be everywhere. If you want to search for anything through Google search, you don’t have to type in the search box, use can use your voice using the Google Voice Search. The Google Voice Search will give you the search results for your voice input in a browser.

TalkBox voice messenger

TalkBox Voice Messenger is another voice to text software. Whatever you want to message them can be given as input through voice and this app will do the job for you. You don’t need to stress your stress by typing.

Vlingo virtual assistant

This is almost similar to Siri from iPhone. You can give simple voice commands like “Text Jane, Hello, how are you doing?” or “find best hotels in Lagos” etc and the Vlingo Virtual assistant will do the rest.

Evernote Voice-to-Text Extension

Evernote is an app that normally helps you take note. Evernote has gone ahead to add the feature of voice to text extension. So, you can record notes and it will automatically convert it into text.

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Samsung May Have Found Reasons for the Bomber Note 7

After a long and gruelling investigation, Samsung has reportedly ended its investigation to find out the root cause of the exploding Samsung Galaxy Note 7. The South Korean manufacturer has submitted its findings to the Korea Testing Laboratory, UL (an American safety organisation), and other regulatory bodies.

The Investor reports that Samsung has completed its internal investigation and reported its findings to outside laboratories. The findings have not been made public (yet), nor has any media house got hold of it so far. The report has been pending for a long time, and one of the reasons for killing the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 altogether was because the actual reason for all the explosions was not found.

Findings from third party investigators does suggest that because cramming many features into a small frame put a lot of pressure on the battery, leaving no room for it to expand either.

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In a tale that is surely to go down in smartphone history, Samsung had to recall all of its Galaxy Note 7 units from the market because of unexplained explosions while on charge. There were several dangerous implications of these explosions as well - including a jeep set on fire, and a man who had to bear a huge hotel bill because of the sudden explosion in his room causing damages.

Samsung had bet big on the Galaxy Note 7 this year, and even launched it way ahead of its regular cycle, to fend off iPhone 7 competition. However, this early release backfired badly, and Samsung spent the rest of the year making amends. The company even had to delay its work on the Galaxy S8 to find the root cause of these explosions.

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In any case, Samsung is looking to compensate for the damage by bringing unique feature on the Galaxy S8, scheduled for launch in February. Samsung is reportedly going to ditch the 3.5mm audio jack and the Home Button for its next flagship. The smartphone is expected to come with a selfie camera that can auto focus. Furthermore, it is tipped to sport 6GB of RAM and 256GB of inbuilt storage

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