Archive for the ‘Samsung’ Category
Wednesday, March 9th, 2016
The payment service from Samsung set to expand globally in 2016 to new countries and partners.
In 2016, Samsung Pay will be expanding to new countries and major payment networks such as American Express.
In 2016, Samsung Pay will start global expansion beginning with China in March, followed by Australia, Brazil, Singapore, Spain and the U.K. later in the year.
“Since its introduction last year, Samsung Pay has changed the way people pay and use their smartphones. We’ve already seen significant consumer adoption and we continue to see great momentum. Our aim is to expand Samsung Pay to even more locations around the world, and our customers should expect to see more features in the year to come,” said InJong Rhee, EVP and Head of R&D, Software and Services of Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics.
Canada will be added to the new launch roadmap.
According to Samsung Electronics, Samsung Pay now has about five million registered users over 500 million dollars processed in the first six months, showing a strong adoption rate in South Korea and the U.S since the launch of the payment service in these two countries in August and September 2015 respectively.
Samsung Pay is currently available on select Galaxy devices including S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+, Note5 as well as premium and mid-range options such as the 2016 models of both Galaxy A5 and A7.
Samsung Pay will also expand its enhanced services to more than just credit or debit cards, adding transit passes, coupons and membership cards to its available payment modes.
Samsung Pay is now available on Google Play as a free download for compatible devices.
The 2016 versions of the A5 and A7 smartphones will be compatible with Samsung Pay. Seen here at the launch of the A3, A5 and A7 in Singapore.
Extensive Partnership Ecosystem
Samsung Pay started its service in South Korea and the U.S. last year, and now supports eligible credit and debit cards from more than 70 major and regional banks.
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Tags:A, A3, A5, AMEX, Galaxy, MasterCard, NFC, payments, s7 edge, S77, Samsung, Samsung Pay, Visa
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Monday, February 22nd, 2016
Samsung Electronics unveiled the new Galaxy S7 (S$998), Galaxy S7 edge (S$1,098) Android smartphones, as well as the Gear 360 camera (S$TBA).
From left: Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, Samsung Gear 360 and Samsung Galaxy S7.
The Galaxy S7 & S7 edge offers “a refined design, more advanced camera, streamlined software functionality and unparalleled connectivity to a galaxy of products, services, and experiences”.
Price and availability
The Galaxy S7 4G+ and Galaxy S7 edge 4G+, both with built-in memory of 32GB will be available from 12 March 2016 at recommended retail price of S$998 and S$1,098 respectively.
Both devices will be available in Black Onyx, Gold Platinum and Silver Titanium.
The Samsung Gear 360 is a 360-degree camera that lets consumers easily create, view and share their favorite experiences through video and still image content.
Gear 360 is designed for travel, festive gatherings and activities to capture an all-encompassing visual experience to create their own virtual reality content to enjoy through the Gear VR.
Pre-orders and registration of interest for the Galaxy S7 4G+ and S7 edge 4G+ will commence from 26 February 2016, 10am at all Samsung Experience Stores and telecommunication operators.
Preview in Singapore (at the HortPark) of the new Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge and Gear 360 just after their unveiling at Samsung Unpacked 2016.
All successful pre-order customers will receive complimentary Samsung Gear VR worth $148 on 11 March 2016.
More details from the press releases about the new devices can be found below.
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Tags:brief, cameras, events, Gear, Gear 360, HortPark, S7, s7 edge, Samsung, Singapore, smartphones, unveil
Posted in Android, Announce, Brief, Cameras, cameras, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, GALAXY, newArrivals, Phones, Press Release, Prices, Samsung, smartphones, Specifications | 1 Comment »
Thursday, August 13th, 2015
Samsung has unveiled globally their latest flagship phablets. Both have 5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED displays and 4GB RAM. Prices and availability in Singapore below.
The new Samsung Galaxy Note 5 4G+ (left) and S6 edge+ 4G+ comes with 5.7 inch QHD displays and 4GB RAM.
So the Samsung’s flagship devices basically comprise the following:
| Models |
Display |
Curved edges |
S Pen |
| S6 |
5.1″ |
No |
No |
| S6 edge |
5.1″ |
Yes |
No |
| Note 5 |
5.7″ |
No |
Yes |
| S6 edge+ |
5.7″ |
Yes |
No |
So the “basic flagship” is the Galaxy S6, with the other models being variants offering curved edges, bigger displays and stylus.
The Note 5 offers, as its main differentiator the S Pen stylus, but is essentially on the same hardware/software platform as the S6 series of smartphones.
Price & Availability in Singapore
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Tags:Android, Android 5, Galaxy, launch, Lollipop, Note, Note 5, phablets, S Pen, S6, S6 edge S6 edge+, Samsung, Singapore, smartphones
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Sunday, August 9th, 2015
Here’s wishing Singapore a Happy 50th Birthday.
This is one of many murals found on the walls at the banks of the Singapore River. Photo taken with a Samsung NX2000 with a Samsung 20-50mm f/3.5-5.6 ED lens. Photo credit: John Tan.
This year, Singaporeans celebrate 50 years of independence since 1965.
This is also the 196th year since Singapore’s founding by Sir Stamford Raffles.
Let’s wish for the best for Singapore for the next 50 years!
Tags:National Day, NDP, NX2000, photography, photos, potd, Samsung, SG50, Singapore River
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Thursday, July 23rd, 2015
The new Galaxy Tab S2 comes in 9.7-inch and 8-inch form factors as well as 4G+ and Wi-Fi configurations, with 32GB memory and microSD support up to 128GB.
Prices range from S$598 to S$798 (see below). Black available from 7 August while Gold will be in later August.
At just 5.6mm thin and weighing only 389g (9.7”) and 265g (8.0”), Samsung claims that the Galaxy Tab S2 is the thinnest and lightest tablet of its size in the market, and is packed with powerful performance features to offer enhanced usability, whether for productivity and multitasking, or simply enjoying immersive content anytime, anywhere.
Samsung is targeting users looking for a premium tablet for multimedia entertainment and personal use.
The 4G+ LTE Category 6 capability (for the 4G+ versions) promise users faster Internet access for browsing and downloading content.
Prices and detailed descriptions from the press release below.
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Tags:4G, availability, Galaxy, Galaxy Tab, launch, prices, S2, Samsung, Singapore, tablets, Wi-Fi
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Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
The 25th edition of Singapore’s longest running information technology (IT) and consumer electronics show returns for four days from June 4-7 at the Singapore Expo, Halls 5 and 6, 12-9pm daily (admission FREE).
PC Show from June 4-7 at the Singapore Expo, Halls 5 and 6, 12-9pm daily (admission FREE).
For PC Show 2015, I’ll be compiling selected promotions and flyers from the exhibitors in a photo album on the tech4tea.com Facebook page.
You can browse the album or directly access a specific flyer via the list of links below.
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Tags:exhibitions, IT exhibition, PC Show, PC Show 2014, promotions, Singapore, Singapore Expo
Posted in Accessories, Acer, Announce, Asus, Brother, Canon, Epson, events, Exhibition, Fuji Xerox, Fujifilm, Gadgets, gadgets, HP, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft, Samsung, Shopping | No Comments »
Sunday, May 3rd, 2015
Eight new models from four series of Samsung’s MultiXpress multi-function printers equipped with Smart UX Centre – powered by Android – are now available in Singapore for businesses. Available at authorised Samsung business solutions partners.
Samsung’s Android printers are designed to be more independent, intuitive and can be used in all business environments for cost-effectiveness and increased productivity. Printers not shown to scale. Left: M4580FX Monochrome MFP; Right: K4350LX Monochrome MFP.
In line with Samsung’s focus to develop printer solutions that fit seamlessly into the IT and Smart office ecosystem, the new Android-based multi-function printers (MFPs) operate independently without a PC while offering application scalability and a user friendly interface.
Samsung K4350LX A3 Monochrome MFP.
The new Smart MultiXpress MFPs each feature a 10.1-inch full touchscreen panel that enables users to search and print from web browsers, emails, maps, images and other types of content – without the need to connect to a PC or server.
The touchscreen also offers the ability to preview documents, as well as editing and annotating capabilities.
The Smart MultiXpress series MFPs comprise eight new models from four different printer categories, including:
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Tags:A3, A4, Android, Business IT, K4350, M4580FX, M5370LX, MFC, multi-function, printers, Samsung, Singapore, X4300
Posted in Android, Announce, Availability, Brochures, Business IT, Enterprise IT, Gadgets, gadgets, Laserjet, Multi-function printer, newArrivals, Printers, printers, Samsung, Specifications | No Comments »
Sunday, April 19th, 2015
Singapore tech retail chain Challenger introduces two new retail concepts – “Game On!” and “Go Android!” – to revitalise its flagship megastore in Funan.
From Acer, Asus, Fitbit, HTC, Lenovo, Huawei, Samsung to ZTE, “Go Android!” showcases a comprehensive selection of Android devices in an Android-branded space spanning a 1,100 square feet.
In response to the emerging demand for products in the Android and Gaming categories, Challenger has revamped more than 4,000 square feet of its cookie-cutter retail space in Funan.
Record sales of Android devices inspired the first ‘Go Android’ in town
Having noted record sales of Android devices in recent years, Challenger is bringing all the big names together to provide a one-stop solution to users of Android devices.
“To encourage retail growth, we need to raise the bar in the retail industry and Challenger believes in the importance of updating retail experience to suit the needs and demands of shoppers. More importantly, the two retail concepts are formulated because of our desire to provide shoppers with a seamless one-stop destination where they can explore and learn about the products before a purchase,” said Loo Pei Fen, Head of Marketing for Challenger Technologies.
Shoppers can see, touch, feel and experience the possibilities of all the latest and coolest Android devices.
With Android wearables, smartphones, tablets to TV, featured alongside complementary accessories such as headphones and smartphone cases, shoppers can experience the complete suite of Android products in an interactive environment.
To give greater assurance to increasing Android users, Challenger is also launching the Accidental Protection Damage plan.
More than half-a-million existing ValueClub members are automatically entitled to a 1-time repair claim for their Android and Windows smartphones purchased at Challenger (* Terms and conditions apply).
Spanning over more than 3,000 square feet, “Game On!” is the place for both casual and enthusiastic gamers looking to experience a little more reality when shopping for gaming solutions.
Leading the way with the game-changing ‘Game On!’
Challenger has its eyes on the niche but growing segment of Gaming with its immersive shopping concept for gamers – ‘Game On!’
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Tags:Android, Challenger, Funan, games, gaming, shopping, Singapore
Posted in Accessories, Acer, Android, Asus, Entertainment, Fitbit, Gadgets, gadgets, Games, Gaming, Gaming, HTC, Huawei, Launch, newArrivals, Operating Systems, Phones, PlayStation, Samsung, Shopping, smartphones, software, Tablets, Xbox | No Comments »
Friday, April 17th, 2015
Samsung today introduced its new SUHD TVs, and launched its latest range of UHD TVs and audio products. Complete price list below.
The curved soundbars are designed to match the curved TVs in Samsung’s latest lineup of TV and audio products for 2015.
Below are Samsung’s SUHD TV limited period promotions.
SUHD Launch Event Special
With every purchase of selected Samsung SUHD TVs and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge 4G+ from participating authorised Samsung dealers, consumers are entitled to receive a Complimentary Gift Pack worth $614.
The complimentary gift pack consists of:
- Samsung Level On Wireless headphones
- Samsung Level Link (Bluetooth streaming dongle)
- Wireless Charging Pad
SUHD Launch Special for DBS/POSB Cardmembers
With every purchase of a Samsung SUHD TV from any authorised Samsung dealer, consumers are entitled to a complimentary 28” luggage (worth $200).
This applies to DBS/POSB credit and debit cardmembers only, and is only valid with purchase of selected Samsung SUHD TVs via payment by DBS/POSB credit or debit cards.
Below are the prices for Samsung’s 2015 range of TVs and audio solutions.
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Tags:audio, audiovisual, AV, curved, lineup, promotions, Samsung, Singapore, soundbars, speakers, SUHD, televisions, TV, UHD
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Monday, March 30th, 2015
The new Samsung Galaxy S6 4G+ (from S$998 for 32GB) and Galaxy S6 edge 4G+ (from S$1,168) will be available in Singapore from 10 April 2015.
Pre-order and registration of interest commences from 31 March 2015 – from M1, Singtel, StarHub as well as Samsung Experience Stores.
Update (1 April, 2015):
The Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge were launched in Singapore this evening at a showcase celebrating fashion, technology and the best of regional artistes, signaling the start of the Galaxy S6 World Tour 2015.
Models in stylish outfits posing with the Samsung Galaxy S6 4G+ and Galaxy S6 edge 4G+ at the Galaxy S6 World Tour event at Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa in Singapore.
For now, both models will be available in White Pearl, Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum. Blue Topaz will be available for the Galaxy S6 4G+ and Green Emerald for the Galaxy S6 edge 4G+ at a later date.
Samsung first unveiled its latest flagship Android smartphones during Mobile World Congress 2015 in Barcelona, Spain in the beginning of March this year.
Registration of interest with Telecommunication Operators for the Galaxy S6 4G+ and Galaxy S6 edge 4G+ will commence from 31 March 2015, 10am.
Pricing
| Samsung Galaxy |
S6 4G+ |
S6 edge 4G+ |
| 32GB |
S$998 |
S$1,168 |
| 64GB |
S$1,148 |
S$1,298 |
| 128GB |
S$1,288 |
S$1,448 |
All successful pre-order customers will be getting exclusive pre-order complimentary gifts worth S$146 comprising a Samsung Wireless Charging Pad and Clear Cover on collection date.
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Tags:#GalaxyS6WorldTour, Android, availability, Galaxy, promotions, S6, S6 edge, Samsung, Singapore, smartphones
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