This might be what the Galaxy Note 9 looks like

Renowned and reliable leaker Evan Blass just shared what could be the official press render of the upcoming Galaxy Note 9. While countless other renders have showed up before, this is the first one that shows off the blue and yellow colorway or the navy blue phablet with the yellow S Pen. This dual-tone stylus looks like it combines a matte finish with a glossy/shiny top and its backend sporting the same navy blue color that matches the smartphone (perhaps to make it easier to meld with the rest of the phone). We can’t confirm from this image how the S Pen will be charged within the phone (it’s said to have Bluetooth connectivity).

What this leaked render also confirms is that the fingerprint sensor gets moved below the dual-camera setup and the bottom bezel gets shaved off a bit. The power, volume, and Bixby buttons seem to have been raised when compared to its predecessor. But we just have to wait a bit until the phone is launched.

Source: Android Authority

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 likely coming in August with updated Bixby features

There's still nothing quite like the Samsung Galaxy S9 in terms of power, size and functionality specially when you consider the SPen lacks any analogs or competing products. Reports say the Galaxy Note 9 will be launched by August and while it will look very similar to the Note 8, it will likely have updated specs and migth introduce a new and improved Bixby personal assistant.

The Bloomberg report says an event will be held in New Yotk to launch the device which will also have a brand new Qualcomm processor and improved camera hardware and functionality. What features do you want the next Note device to feature?

Source: 9to5Google

Samsung tipped to be adding 3D emoji and stereo speakers to the Galaxy S9

Venture Beat

Samsung isn’t one to shy away from “borrowing” features from Apple. If reports are to be believed, the company is set to add another feature familiar to Apple iPhone X users: 3D emojis. Samsung will reportedly have their own take on Animojis but will supposedly be more advanced than what Apple is offering. It’ll supposedly be similar in the sense that a 3D character (including animal ones) can track your facial movements and copy those. It’s not surprising that this is coming to the Galaxy S9 as Samsung is set to bring its latest Exynos chip to this device, which the company says has “realistic face-tracking filters” as well as improved security features for unlocking the device using facial recognition.

Aside from adding 3D emojis, rumour has it the Galaxy S9 will be sporting stereo speakers that have Dolby Surround and will be tuned by Samsung-owned acoustics company AKG. The speakers will supposedly be placed at the top and bottom of the phone. We don’t have that long of a wait before Samsung unveils the device. It’s set to debut at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona this February 25^th.

Source: The Verge

Samsung Canada brings Seoul to Toronto at the new Samsung Experience Store

Chef Kristen Kish

 By Sonya Davidson

Samsung Canada officially announced the grand opening of the largest Samsung Experience Store in Canada with a splashy event last night for consumers, media and VIPs. Located in the Eaton Centre (Yonge & Dundas) guests were invited to walk through a tunnel of mirrors and discover heart and "Seoul" of Korea while exploring the various interactive spaces in the store. 

Samsung brought in Chef Kristen Kish, winner of Top Chef Season 10, to create her interpretation of classic Korean dishes for guests to enjoy at hte Samsung Chef Collection Kitchen. Visual artist Song Dahae live painted large murals which guests could take pieces of their choice and create phone cases. KPOP station gave the opportunity for visitors to drop in and get styled for a fun experience. Aerial acrobats suspended from the ceiling in the centre of the store.

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