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2019
Samsung announces Android 10 upgrade schedule for Galaxy phones
Samsung announced an Android 10 system upgrade plan. The schedule said Galaxy S10 models would receive the update in January 2020, with other listed Galaxy models scheduled for later months.
2019
Samsung expands PlayGalaxy Link availability to seven markets
Samsung expanded PlayGalaxy Link availability from the US and South Korea to the UK, Canada, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Russia, and Singapore.
2019
Samsung expands PlayGalaxy Link beta to Galaxy S10 users
Samsung began rolling out the PlayGalaxy Link game-streaming app beta to Galaxy S10 users; the beta had already been available to Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ users.
2019
Samsung announced a software update for older Galaxy watches
Samsung's software update for the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch Active adds interface and feature changes, including customization options, Bixby Voice improvements, additional language support, and Samsung Health capabilities.
2019
Samsung rolls out Galaxy Watch feature update
Samsung announced and began rolling out an update bringing features from the Galaxy Watch Active 2 to the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch Active, including enhanced Samsung Health and Bixby features, customizable watch faces, and interface changes.
2019
China Telecom and Samsung announce W20 5G foldable phone
China Telecom and Samsung jointly announced the W20 5G foldable phone in Wuhan on November 19, 2019; the phone was scheduled to appear in December.
2019
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute sues Samsung over nanoparticle patents
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute filed a patent-infringement complaint against Samsung Electronics America and Samsung Electronics Co., alleging that Samsung QLED-type televisions infringe its patents related to semiconductor nanoparticles.
2019
Samsung announces accessory bundle discounts in India
Samsung announced limited-period discounts of up to 32% on selected accessories when purchased with specified Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S10 series devices. The offer was available from November 14 through November 30 at Samsung exclusive stores and its online store.
2019
Quotacy joins Samsung's Bixby Marketplace
Quotacy joined Samsung's Bixby Marketplace as a premier developer partner, enabling people to shop for life insurance and apply for coverage using voice commands on Samsung devices.
2019
Samsung Galaxy A01 receives FCC certification
The FCC certified two Samsung Galaxy A01 phone models, SM-A015F and A015F/DS, the single-SIM and dual-SIM versions respectively.
2019
MTN Ghana launches Pick And Pay Later service with Samsung and Ecobank
MTN Ghana, Samsung and Ecobank Ghana launched the Pick And Pay Later service, allowing eligible customers to buy selected Samsung devices and pay in instalments through Ecobank financing. The service also offered MTN data bundles for six months.
2019
Samsung announces closure of its U.S. CPU research department
Samsung announced it would close its U.S. CPU research department. The article reports that the department closure could affect about 300 people; Samsung said it would continue developing and producing Exynos chips.
2019
Samsung partners with Google and app developers on Galaxy Fold apps
Samsung partnered with Google and Android app developers to support a foldable-device experience for the Galaxy Fold. The article reports that hundreds of apps were optimized for the device.
2019
SideChef announces partnership with Samsung Bixby
SideChef announced a partnership with Samsung's Bixby voice assistant to bring voice-activated video cooking guides to Bixby capsules. The service was initially to be available to English-language Bixby users in the United States.
2019
AirtelTigo Business and Samsung launch Flexi Plus offer
AirtelTigo and Samsung partnered to launch Flexi Plus, a customized smartphone and services package for public- and private-sector employees in Ghana, with payment over 24 months and bundled data and voice benefits.
2019
Samsung introduces Galaxy Labs app suite
Samsung introduced Galaxy Labs, a suite that brings together four device-optimization apps: File Guardian, Battery Tracker, Battery Guardian, and App Booster.
2019
Medtronic launches DBS patient programming system using a Samsung smartphone
Medtronic launched a system allowing patients to manage deep brain stimulation treatments at home using a dedicated, customized Samsung smartphone. The U.S. commercial launch was announced at the Samsung Developers Conference.
2019
Samsung shows new foldable phone concept
Samsung showed a mock-up of a new foldable phone design that folds horizontally in half into a square at its developer conference in San Jose. The company did not elaborate on details.
2019
Samsung introduces Galaxy XCover FieldPro
Samsung introduced the Galaxy XCover FieldPro, a rugged smartphone designed for enterprise customers, at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference.
2019
Samsung announces Exynos 990 processor
Samsung announced its Exynos 990 mobile processor at Samsung Tech Day 2019. Samsung said it is based on a 7nm EUV process and claims a 20 percent boost in CPU performance.