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Nokia mobile networks assets said to draw Samsung's preliminary interest
The Finnish company has been having discussions with advisers about potential options for its mobile networks business, which has struggled for years to compete with larger rivals like Huawei
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Tablet market grows over 2 times to 1.84 mn, Samsung leads with 48.7% share
Samsung led the market with 48.7 per cent market share. It was followed by Acer with a 23.6 per cent share, Apple with 9.5 per cent, Lenovo with 6.9 per cent and Xiaomi with 4.7 per cent
 "Tablet market grows over 2 times to 1.84 mn, Samsung leads with 48.7% share")
Circle to Search: Google adds option to share selected portion with others
The new feature within Circle to Search will allow users to quickly send what they have circled, similar to a screenshot, to others without the need to save the image first
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Samsung SDI finalises deal to build $3.5 bn joint EV battery factory in US
The plan was first announced in April 2023 when GM and Samsung SDI said the joint venture would cost more than $3 billion, with planned production capacity of 30 GWh and operations to begin in 2026
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Samsung launches AI-powered washing machine, aims to lead premium segment
The company, which currently holds around 20 per cent of the washing machine market, has "an objective of becoming a consumer leader" by gaining market share
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Tech wrap Aug 23: Poco Pad 5G, Google Essentials, Instagram profile, more
Poco debuts Pad 5G in India. Google introduces Essentials app for Windows PCs. Samsung announces offers on Galaxy A-Series models. Instagram introduces "song on profile" feature similar to Myspace
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Samsung enables irregular heart rhythm feature on Galaxy Watches in India
The irregular heart rhythm notification feature is now available on the Samsung Health Monitor app for Wear OS-based Galaxy Watches, including the latest Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra and Galaxy Watch 7
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Tech wrap Aug 21: Black Myth: Wukong, iQOO Z9s series, Moto g45 5G and more
Black Myth: Wukong PC game is a hit on Steam platform. iQOO Z9s series smartphones launched. Motorola launched Moto g45 5G in India. Pixel 9 series bundle offers on pre-orders
 "Tech wrap Aug 21: Black Myth: Wukong, iQOO Z9s series, Moto g45 5G and more")
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 'Slim' with titanium body in the works: Report
Reportedly, Samsung will launch a slimmer and lighter version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 in the fourth quarter of 2024 in select regions
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Google rolls out Gemini Live: What is it, how it works, and eligible phones
Google has reportedly begun a wide rollout to Pixel and Samsung devices, with further availability on Android in progress
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Tech wrap Aug 15: Samsung Circle to Search, WhatsApp GIPHY stickers, more
Samsung expands Circle to Search. WhatsApp adds GIPHY sticker collection. Google announces price cuts on Pixel 8 series, Pixel 7a. Lenovo Legion Tab now available in India
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Samsung expands Circle to Search to Galaxy A-series smartphones, Tab S9 FE
Circle to Search feature has evolved since launch and it now supports full-page translation, homework help, and QR and barcode scanning capabilities
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review: Familiar design meets enhanced software
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 offers a premium foldable experience with improved design and innovative software features, though it still has room for improvement in key areas
Samsung Electronics' main SK union to strike over pay from Thursday
Lee Hyun-kuk, vice president of the National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU), said in a live YouTube broadcast: "This strike is strategically designed to damage the company."
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Samsung to take on next-gen Apple iPhone SE with AI-backed Galaxy S24 FE
Reportedly, the Galaxy S24 FE will be more than a budget offering with upgrades spanning across almost all aspect, but most importantly, packed with full suite of Galaxy AI features
 "Samsung to take on next-gen Apple iPhone SE with AI-backed Galaxy S24 FE")
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro back on sale after delay due to quality issues
Galaxy Buds 3 Pro were scheduled to go on sale in India on July 24 alongside Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6 and other ecosystem products but Samsung delayed the availability over quality issues reports
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 review: Fun to use and AI features keep you hooked
Although the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is on the expensive side, starting at Rs 109,999, it is worthy of consideration if the novel use cases enabled by its form factor fit your needs
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Tech wrap Aug 8: OnePlus Open Apex Edition, Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x
OnePlus Open Apex Edition foldable launched. Lenovo launches Yoga Slim 7x Copilot+ PC. Instagram to make Views as primary metric for content. Samsung Independence Day offer for Galaxy S24
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Samsung's 8-layer HBM3E chips clear Nvidia's tests for use in AI processors
The South Korean technology giant's 12-layer version of HBM3E chips, however, has yet to pass Nvidia's tests, the sources said, declining to be identified as the matter remains confidential
Samsung expands Galaxy AI 'Live Translate' to WhatsApp, Telegram, and Meet
In July, Samsung announced that the Live Translate feature will expand to third-party apps. WhatsApp is among the first wave of such third-party apps to support the Galaxy AI-powered feature
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