Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus Specs, Release Date and Price

After months of leaks and rumors, Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and S9+ are now official.

Sure, while the overall design language hasn’t changed much from last year’s models, the two phones do feature incremental hardware upgrades. The Galaxy S9 sports a 5.8″ display, Snapdragon 845 processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB of storage, a 12-megapixel camera, 3,000mAh battery and Android Oreo.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy S9+ has a larger 6.2″ display, 6GB RAM, dual 12MP rear-facing cameras with OIS and a larger 3,500mAh battery.

These new Galaxy phones will be two of the most anticipated devices of 2018, but before we get ahead of ourselves, here is everything you need to know about them:

Samsung Galaxy S9 vs S9 Plus Specs

How Much Does the Galaxy S9/S9+ Cost?

The US unlocked Galaxy S9 costs $719.99 and the unlocked Galaxy S9+ costs $839.99. Compared to last year’s Galaxy S8 models, that’s a $5 decrease on the S9 and only a $15 increase in the S9+! Considering, you get upgrades across the board, including more RAM and a second rear camera in the S9+, that’s kinda surprising. Good job Samsung.

What About US Carriers?

AT&T

• Galaxy S9 is $26.34/mo on AT&T Next
• Galaxy S9+ is $30.50/mo on AT&T Next

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Verizon

• Galaxy S9 is $799.99 full retail or $33.33/mo financing for 24 months
• Galaxy S9+ is $929.99 full retail or $38.74/mo financing for 24 months

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T-Mobile

• Galaxy S9 is $720 full retail or $30/mo financing
• Galaxy S9+ is $840 full retail or $30/mo financing after $120 down

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Sprint

Sprint has yet to announce how much these devices will cost. We’ll update this once we have the info.

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When is the Galaxy S9/S9+ Release Date?

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ will be available starting March 16, 2018, with pre-orders going live on March 2.

SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 8 VIDEO REVIEW – 60 DAYS LATER AFTER ALL THE HYPE.

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How to Create the Microsoft Edition Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Without Root

Microsoft has confirmed that the company will no longer develop windows phones after they failed to make any significant impact on the smartphone market. The company is now focusing primarily on developing applications for alternative mobile operating systems. The company has also begun selling a “Microsoft Edition” of the popular Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 smartphones. Even Microsoft founder Bill Gates recently revealed he switched to a Samsung Galaxy with plenty of Microsoft apps.

You can have these Microsoft Edition Samsung phones whether you bought them from Microsoft directly or not. (It may be best to not purchase directly from Microsoft, considering it appears to be less expensive that way.)

For our do-it-yourself Microsoft Edition Note 8, it starts with Microsoft’s new Android launcher.

1. Install Microsoft Launcher
2. Install Microsoft Apps
   1. Outlook
   2. Word
   3. OneNote
   4. To-Do
   5. Microsoft Edge Browser
   6. Cortana
   7.  Additional Microsoft Apps
3. Install Next Lock Screen
   
   1. Download Lock Screen Anime Wallpaper
4. Install Zedge Ringtones and Wallpapers
   1. Download Windows Logo Wallpaper
   2. Download Windows MMS Notification
   3. Download Windows Phone Ringtone
5. Install Note Buddy
   1. Go into Settings > Advanced Features > Turn off the S Pen sound
   2. Download Attach and Detach audio files
   3. Open My Files > Move both audio files to sd card or media file
   4. Open Note Buddy App > Enable > Sound > Toggle on Detach/Insert Sound
   5. Apply Detachment and Insertion Sound
6. Disable Bixby & Remap Bixby Button
   1. Download BK Package Disabler (Samsung) from the Play Store. Yes, it costs $1.49.
   2. Download BK Plugin 2
   3. Launch BK Package Disabler and slide over to the right for SYSTEM.
   4. Apply check marks to all functions to completely disable Bixby. See full list HERE.
   5. Download bxActions Bixby Button Remapper & bxActions Pro – Yes, it is $1.99.
   6. Launch bxActions and start app process 
      
   7. Connect device to computer
   8. Allow access to phone data
   9. Locate your device
   10. Locate bxActions file
   11. Open application within the file
   12. Open bxActions app on phone to enable rempapping
   13. Grant app permission for bxActions – Bixby button
   14. Disable Bixby Home (may have to be enabled beforehand then disabled)
   15. Make sure to keep Bixby button remapping enabled
   16. Open “Actions” to customize your desired actions
   17. Choose Cortana Mic then test

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SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 8 REVIEW, SPECS AND PRICE

Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8 has been on the market for over two months now. I have been using the phablet as my daily driver since its release. To be honest, there is a lot to like  here with a few things that bug me for me to say that it is the “perfect phone.”

However, those things are personal preference and despite them, the Galaxy Note 8 is a solid device that I continue to use. It certainly has it pros and cons. So before you watch the video review, here’s what you are getting into:

Galaxy Note 8 Specs

• • 6.3″ Infinity Super AMOLED display
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor
  • 6GB of RAM
  • 64GB of storage
  • microSD support up to 256GB
  • Dual 12-megapixel cameras (wide/telephoto) with autofocus and OIS
  • 8-megapixel F/1.7 front camera with autofocus
  • Iris scanner
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • Heart rate sensor
  • IP68 water and dust proof certification
  • Stylus Pen
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • USB Type-C
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • 3,300mAh battery with fast-charging and wireless charging
  • Android 7.1.1 Nougat
  • $950 originally. *prices may vary*

After the highly publicized troubles of the Note 7, the Galaxy Note 8 is definitely a comeback victory for Samsung. Combining 2017 flagship hardware standards with a stylus, resulting in a device that is sure to be in the top ranks for smartphone of the year. We could certainly do without the inclusion of Bixby, the location of the fingerprint scanner and the insane price tag, but hey, at least you’re getting what you pay for.

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How To Remap Bixby Button on Note 8, S8 and S8 Plus Without Root

How to Remap Bixby Button on Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8 and S8 Plus:

• Download BK Package Disabler (Samsung) from the Play Store. Yes, it costs $1.49.
• Download BK Plugin 2
• Launch BK Package Disabler and slide over to the right for SYSTEM.
• Apply check marks to all functions to completely disable Bixby. 
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• *Continue only if you want to remap the Bixby button.
• Download bxActions Bixby Button Remapper & bxActions Pro – Yes, it $1.99.
• Launch bxActions and start app process
• Connect device to computer
• Allow access to phone data
• Locate your device
• Locate bxActions file
• Open application within the file
• Open bxActions app on phone to enable rempapping
• Grant app permission for bxActions – Bixby button
• Disable Bixby Home (may have to be enabled beforehand then disabled)
• Make sure to keep Bixby button remapping enabled
• Open “Actions” to customize your desired actions
• Choose your actions then test
• Enjoy!

And that’s all there is to it. From this moment on, Samsung’s Bixby button  can be used with the actions of your choice.

*Disclaimer* disabling system applications may cause some functions to not work properly. Perform at your own risk.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8: Specs, Release Date And Price

Today, Samsung took to the stage in New York to officially unveil their next big thing, the Galaxy Note 8. After a faulty Note 7, the company first offered apologies and thanks to their loyal phablet users. From there the company wasted little time explaining the phone’s key features and specifications.

Specs:– 6.3″ Super AMOLED curved Infinity Display with 18.5:9 ratio
– S Pen support
– Iris scanner/fingerprint scanner
– ‘Bixby’ A.I. Assistant
– Snapdragon 835 Processor, 6GB RAM
-12MP dual rear-facing camera, 8MP front-facing camera
– USB-C connectivity, 3.5mm headphone jack
– Android 7.1.1 Nougat
– IP68 dust and water resistance certification
– 64GB storage with microSD expansion support
– 3,300mAh battery.
– Fast charging and wireless charging support
– Midnight Black, Orchid Grey (US) Maple Gold, and Deep Sea Blue (International)

Release Date:

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 will be available to pre-order in the US and international markets starting tonight August 23rd at 9pm PT and will start shipping on the 15th of September. The device will launch in retail stores globally on September 15th.

Price:

T-Mobile – $930 Full Retail Price.  An Equipment Installment Plan will require $210 down and then $30 per month. Existing JUMP! On Demand customers will have $0 down but pay $39 per month.

AT&T – $950 Full Retail Price. Monthly installments with AT&T Next will be $31.67 per month for 30 months.

Verizon – $960 Full Retail Price. Monthly installments will set you back $40 per month for 24 months.

Samsung also announced today that former Galaxy Note 7 owners can trade in their current phone for a value of up to $425 off the Note 8. This potentially huge discount is a nice gesture of reconciliation after last year’s recall incident. Eligible customers can take advantage of this offer when pre-orders go live on August 24th via Samsung.com.

But Wait There’s More:

Customers who purchase Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8 between 8/24 and 9/24 can claim a free Samsung Gear 360 camera or a Samsung 128GB MicroSD memory card with a Samsung Convertible Fast Wireless Charging Stand via SamsungPromotions.com

The Galaxy Note 7 sold over 2.5 million units during its short life span. Only time will tell of the Note 8’s popularity but at nearly $1,000 after taxes, it may be a hard sell. Will you be picking one up? Let us know, why or why not.

Samsung Galaxy S8 Video Review Months Later After The Hype

Samsung’s Galaxy S8 and S8+ have been on the market for 3 months now. I have been using  the smaller S8 as my daily driver since its release. To be honest, there are a tad too many little things that bug me for me to say that it is the “perfect phone.”

However, those things are personal preference and despite them, the Galaxy S8 is a solid device that I continue to use. It certainly has it pros and cons. So before you watch the video review, here’s what you are getting into:

Galaxy S8 Specs

• • 5.8″ Infinity Super AMOLED display
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor
  • 4GB of RAM
  • 64GB of storage
  • microSD support up to 256GB
  • 12-megapixel F/1.7 camera with autofocus and optical image stabilization
  • 8-megapixel F/1.7 front camera with autofocus
  • Iris scanner
  • Fingerprint sensor
  • Heart rate sensor
  • IP68 water and dust proof certification
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • USB Type-C
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • 3,000mAh battery with fast-charging and wireless charging
  • Android 7.0 Nougat

Overall, the S8 is a solid device and is a great evolution of Samsung’s S line. There are a few things that I would change including Bixby and the location of the fingerprint scanner but otherwise, I have enjoyed using it and will continue with it as my primary until another device dethrones it. If you haven’t done so already, I definitely recommend checking it out.  The Galaxy S8 is sure to be a front-runner for 2017 Smartphone of the Year.

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Samsung Galaxy Note FE Selling Out Fast With A Possible Global Launch Soon

According to retailers in South Korea, the refurbished Galaxy Note 7s are flying off the shelves. Roughly 400,000 units were made available with the Black Onyx and Blue Coral color options being the most popular.

A Samsung official has stated that the current stock will not be replenished once it sells out in South Korea. Although according to an “insider,” Samsung could launch the refurbished device globally by the end of this month. The company didn’t specify which countries will be receiving them, but it’s likely that an international release will be limited to only a few markets.

Samsung has re-branded the device as the Galaxy Note FE or Fan Edition. It’s a chance for Note fans to own a piece of the mobile industry’s history. The decision to launch the Note FE has earned Samsung praise from environmentalist groups, however it’s more likely that the company is only interested in recouping some of the losses it suffered from the recall.

The Note FE is currently listed at $610, that’s $240 off the original. Would you buy the refurbished Galaxy Note 7? Let’s us know why or why not.

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Samsung Readying Bixby For Smart Home Speaker To Take On Amazon, Google And Others

According to a report, Samsung is reportedly working on their very own digital smart speaker. The project has been code-named Vega and according to sources, the company has spent over a year developing this product.

Currently there aren’t any specific info regarding the features of the device or its release date. However, what is known is that project development is reportedly being slowed by the stagnant progress of their AI, Bixby. A Samsung spokesperson has stated that developing Bixby in English is taking more time than originally expected mainly because of the lack of the accumulation of big data. Virtual assistants can only work better and improve their features the more you use it.

Before a smart speaker can hit the market, the software has to work as advertised, otherwise releasing it wouldn’t make sense. Even when it does hit the market, it will be facing some tough competition. The biggest players are currently Amazon’s Alexa-powered speakers and Google with its Home device. Apple’s HomePod and Microsoft’s Invoke speakers have also been recently announced but these are stated to be more music focused.

Bixby’s crucial voice control functionality still isn’t available. Although Samsung did release an early beta a few weeks ago to help get the digital assistant on track.

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2 Ways How To Make Your Samsung Galaxy S8 Faster [VIDEO]

It’s almost common knowledge that Samsung smartphones become slow over time. Even though the Galaxy S8 is much faster than its predecessors, many users are starting to experience lag which is likely a symptom of Samsung’s TouchWiz Skin. In this article, we are going to provide a couple of solutions that you can try in order to fix the TouchWiz lag on your Samsung Galaxy S8.

Step 1: Update Official Touchwiz Home

Fortunately, it seems Samsung has been aware of the user interface fluidity problems and has provided an update to fix some of the issues. Users will need to go into the Galaxy apps and locate Official Samsung TouchWiz Home to update. Afterwards, you may notice that animations have improved with the lag being not as noticeable as before.

If you feel as if this had little impact on your Galaxy S8, there is a second option available to you.

Step 2: Turn Off Animation Scale

A some-what more permanent solution to the problem could be to check and change the animations of your Galaxy S8. Samsung adds a lot of animation effects to their devices when opening apps or windows, they may be neat but they can affect the performance. Decreasing the settings can do wonders. To adjust these settings, you will need to locate Developer Options within your Galaxy S8.

• Go into Settings
• Scroll down to About Phone
• Tap on Build Number seven times
• Within Developer Options, Scroll down to Animation Scale
• Turn off Window Animation Scale, Animator Duration Scale, and Transition Animation Scale.
• You may need to restart your S8 to feel the changes.

Your phone should immediately feel faster because everything is opening with less animations.