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Amy Lee is the vice president of mentorships and career readiness at The Art Institutes, a collection of private schools located throughout the US. For several years now, Samsung and The Art Institutes have worked together to help students learn how to design, code and create for Samsung. Amy talks about classes, curriculum and what it takes to be a student at The Art Institutes, and the close collaboration between Samsung, the schools and the students. Topics Covered: The Art Institutes Overview Course Offerings Recruitment Scholarships and Financial Aid COVID-19 Impact Themes Studio Galaxy Watch Studio Galaxy Store Ai Live Game Development Miami International University of Art and Design Global Campus Job Placement Alumni Success View the full blog at its source

Earlier this year, Samsung Electronics debuted its 2021 Neo QLED lineup. Leading business and consumer technology publications have already awarded the lineup top honors, highlighting the televisions’ exceptional picture quality, sound innovations and design upgrades. The Neo QLED portfolio – which includes 4K and 8K models – delivers an entirely new kind of display technology. The introduction of this technology emphasizes not only Samsung’s rich engineering and innovation heritage, but also its commitment to new advancements in accessibility and sustainability that are redefining how consumers use their TVs in their homes. Complementing their vivid picture quality, Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs feature a premium Infinity One Design and Object Tracking Sound Pro that ensure that the TVs look and sound incredible from every angle. Neo QLEDs also carry Samsung’s award-winning Tizen operating system, which now offers new smart features like Samsung Smart Trainer to enhance the Samsung Health feature and new tools to optimize the gaming experience. Here are some of the early reviews and reactions to the 2021 lineup: Samsung’s flagship 4K Neo QLED TV, the QN90A, received top honors from Forbes in a review that highlighted how the TV’s processing capabilities offer almost three-dimensional detail and a top-of-the-line gaming experience. The outlet noted that “The 65QN90A’s upscaling is almost unfathomably good,” and praised, “the eye-popping beauty of the QN65QN90A’s gaming images.” TechRadar also praised Samsung’s Neo QLED technology, awarding the QN95A a five-star review and the distinction of ‘Editor’s Choice’. The publication commented that, “Samsung’s first foray into Mini LED is a resounding success, with this Neo QLED TV.” Techaeris applauded Samsung’s QN800A 8K Neo QLED TV for its “stunning picture quality” and smart features. The outlet noted that “Multi-View is especially useful for gamers” as it offers users new ways to play through difficult levels while taking advantage of top-notch picture quality and processing. Video Magazin rated Samsung’s QN900A 8K Neo QLED, 966 out of 1,030 points in its review – the highest score the outlet has ever granted in the TV category. The outlet noted: “Samsung proves time and again that you can still achieve a lot of additional quality with technical refinements and elaborate innovations – now with mini-LEDs.” The QN900A was given three awards with distinction in the following categories: Reference, Innovation and Design Tip. For more information on Samsung’s award-winning 2021 Neo QLED 8K and 4K TV lineups along with the company’s other leading TV and audio innovations, visit Samsung’s TV and Audio product page. View the full article

Samsung Electronics today announced its new full lineup of 2021 High-Resolution monitors. This year’s portfolio delivers life-like picture quality and enhanced convenience with advanced ergonomic design, making it the perfect complement for any workspace or at-home setup. Designed to meet the needs of today’s businesses and consumers who require excellent picture quality and comfortable, ergonomic design, Samsung offers 12 different High-Resolution monitors across three series – the S8, S7 and S6. All models deliver more than 1 billion colors for a vivid and vibrant image, enhanced by HDR 10 technology. The displays feature color vividness and clarity through a 178-degree wide viewing angle designed for professional work environments, delivering an uncompromising viewing experience from any angle. “As demand for higher resolution monitors continues to increase, Samsung plans to continue to lead the market by unveiling new products that meet our customers’ needs.” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Our 2021 High-Resolution lineup delivers dazzling picture quality and powers enhanced performance, all the while ensuring user comfort with a streamlined, eco-conscious design.” Additionally, all monitors are Intelligent Eye Care certified from TÜV Rheinland, the first in the industry to receive this recognition. Adaptive Picture eye care technology optimizes picture quality for any viewing environment by automatically adjusting brightness and color temperature in response to room conditions. This ensures the most comfortable viewing experience in any environment, reducing eye strain even after extended use. The monitors also feature a special eye-saver mode to reduce blue light emissions which can cause eye strain, and Flicker Free, protecting the user’s eyes from any flickering on the screen. The lineup has also been acknowledged for energy efficiency thanks to Eco Saving Plus technology, in addition to receiving the Swedish Confederation Of Professional Employees (TCO) display certification for next-gen sustainable products, the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) ecolabel certification for electronic products, and an Energy Star certification for energy-saving products. Eco Saving Plus technology reduces up to 10% of power consumption by adjusting the brightness of black sections automatically while maintaining bright and vivid picture quality. S8: Superior Visuals and Ergonomic Design As the flagship model in the High-Resolution monitor lineup, the S8 is packed with key features for both businesses and creative professionals. This model provides Ultra-High Definition (UHD) resolution and is available in 27- and 32-inch options. In addition to supporting UHD and over 1 billion colors, the S8 delivers a 99% sRGB color gamut for users to enjoy more vivid content. The S8 is capable of blazing fast 10Gbps data transmission through its USB-C type port, while the S80UA specifically offers up to 90W charging. The S8 also provides a variety of connectivity features including USB 3.0 and a USB hub to provide enhanced usability and versatility. The flat borderless design maximizes comfort and minimizes distractions while enabling near-seamless dual-monitor setups. Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mount compatibility and Height Adjustable Stand (HAS) offer a variety of tilt, swivel and pivot control points, allowing users to mount their monitor in any environment. The slim metal stand and narrow depth also take up less desk space for a cleaner, seamless work setup. S7 & S6: Simple and Seamless for Any Setup Like the S8, the S7 series delivers UHD resolution in 27- and 32-inch sizes, with ultra-slim stand, 178-degree wide viewing angle panel and vibrant color gamut. The virtually borderless design empowers users to stay focused on their work, supported by a convenient tilting function. The S6 series is available in 34-, 32-, 27- and 24-inch sizes, supporting not only QHD (2,560×1,440) resolution, but also PBP (Picture By Picture) and PIP (Picture In Picture) features, enabling users to multitask effortlessly and efficiently. The S60UA monitors not only support Daisy Chain technology, allowing extended multiple screen and screen reproduction, but also LAN cable (RJ45 compatibility), transforming the monitor into a Docking Station Hub. Built-in Wake On Lan (WOL) functionality allows the connected computer to be powered on remotely from another device. The S65UA 34-inch monitor in Ultra-Wide Quad High-Definition (UWQHD) offers a 1000R curvature, further enhancing productivity with a 21:9 aspect ratio for optimal multi-tasking. The S6 series is also supported by customizable swivel, tilt and rotation functionality, allowing users to find their perfect viewing angle as they can swivel the screen and even rotate between portrait and landscape modes. The Samsung High-Resolution monitor lineup is available in a variety of models, sizes and specifications. Please see the specification table for further information about each model. For more information please visit: https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/monitor/detail/1789/S27A800U Model S8 S7 S6 S80UA (27″) S80A (32″, 27″) S70A (32″, 27″) S65UA (34″) S60UA (32″, 27″, 24″) S60A (32″, 27″, 24″) Picture Quality Resolution UHD (3,840 x 2,160) UWQHD (3,440 x 1,440) QHD (2,560 x1,440) Color Support 1.07B HDR HDR10 sRGB 99% Support – 99% Support FreeSync – AMD FreeSync Design Bezel 3-side borderless Stand HAS, Pivot, Swivel, Tilt Tilt HAS, Pivot, Swivel, Tilt Flat/Curved Flat 1000R Curved Flat Connectivity USB-Hub 3.0 x 3ea 3.0 x 3ea, 2.0 x 1ea – 3.0 x 3ea, 2.0 x 1ea 3.0 x 3ea USB-C (up to 90W Charging) Yes – – Yes – LAN – Yes – Etc. Certificate Energy Star, EPEAT, TCO Eco Package Yes Intelligent Eye Care Yes View the full article

Samsung Electronics announced that the 2021 Neo QLED became the first TV to receive certification for Gaming TV Performance from Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE), a well-regarded electrical engineering certification institute in Germany. Four models from the 2021 Neo QLED lineup (QN900, QN800, QN90, QN85) received the certification, a distinction given for ‘Low Input Lag’ and ‘HDR with brightness of higher than 1,000 nits.’ Each of the TVs went through a rigorous testing process, ultimately earning the certification for less than 10ms of input lag during every scene of gameplay. Input lag refers to the period of time from when an electrical signal is sent from the game pad to when it is displayed on the screen. A TV with lower input lag will provide gamers with a more immersive gaming experience. In addition, Samsung’s Neo QLED also received the certification for HDR with brightness over 1,000 nits. FreeSync Premium Pro also adds to the HDR support, making bright scenes brighter and dark scenes darker to offer optimized contrast. HDR technology is often considered as one of the most important features among gamers. Apart from low input lag and HDR support with brightness of higher than 1,000 nits, Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs also reflect a number of new and exciting gaming features. Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs deliver more accurate details, deeper blacks and incredible color expression due to their 100% color volume and 12-bit backlight control. Wide Game View and Game Bar, both industry firsts, deliver a broader viewing experience with 21:9 and 32:9, and the ability to quickly check a variety of gaming information. In addition, Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs deliver fast game motion at 120Hz with Motion Xcelerator Turbo+, even during gameplay with fixed UI. Sound has also been enhanced through AI-based surround-sound and object tracking sound (OTS+), delivering the ultimate immersive gaming experience. Yonghoon Choi, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics said, “An increasing number of gamers look for large screen displays with high-end picture quality when shopping for a TV, and Samsung continues to lead the TV-focused gaming experience.” For more information on Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED TV, please visit www.samsung.com. View the full article

In the previous post, we introduced Remote Test Lab, a service that enables you to test your application on a real mobile phone or watch device by interacting with it over the Internet in real time. Since last year, we have added more features for you to expand your test coverage. In this article, we introduce two new features available on the Remote Test Lab service. Many apps play a variety of common media types, such as audio, video, and images. Previously, Remote Test Lab showed the screens of real devices, but without any audio, which was inconvenient for testing audio features. We have now added an audio streaming feature that allows you to listen to the audio played through the test device in addition to seeing the device screens. The other new feature is multi-touch gesture support. This allows multiple pointers (fingers) to touch the device screen at the same time, enabling you to test scrolling, zooming in and out, and rotation gestures, on apps such as in Google Maps. Start audio streaming The Remote Test Lab client supports the audio streaming feature on devices running Android 10 and newer. If you launch the Remote Test Lab client, you can see the contextual menu by clicking the right mouse button. To start streaming, click Experimental > Start audio stream in the contextual menu. For security and privacy reasons, audio stream capture has some limitations. To be able to capture audio, the client brings up the prompt displayed by createScreenCaptureIntent(), and you must approve it. If you do approve, you can listen to the sound of the test device, with the exception of certain streams such as AudioManager#STREAM_RING, AudioManager#STREAM_ALARM, and AudioManager#STREAM_NOTIFICATION. After audio streaming is started, the contextual menu item changes to Stop audio stream. To stop streaming, click the menu item. For more information on media capture, see MediaProjectionManager in the Android API Reference. Use multi-touch gestures The Remote Test Lab client also supports multi-touch gestures. In smartphone apps, multi-touch gestures include scrolling, zooming in and out, and rotation. Although you cannot directly touch the screen on the Remote Test Lab device, you can use your keyboard and mouse to perform multi-touch gestures on it, such as while using Google Maps. To use multi-touch gestures in Remote Test Lab: Press and hold the shift key on your keyboard. Click on the device screen. Without releasing the shift key, click and drag on the device screen to perform the gesture you want. To complete the multi-touch gesture, release the shift key. The following video shows how Google Maps responds to multi-touch gestures: Remote Test Lab article series Get Started with Remote Test Lab for Mobile App Testing Loop test with auto-repeat (coming soon) Run and test applications with Remote Debug Bridge in Android Studio (coming soon) Web-Based client preview (coming soon) .rtl-blue-btn, .rtl-blue-btn:link, .rtl-blue-btn:visited { border: 2px solid; display: inline-block; padding: 8px 16px; vertical-align: middle; overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none; color: inherit; background-color: inherit; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; white-space: nowrap; background-color: #FFFFFF; border-color: #1428A0; transition: background-color .5s; border-radius: 6px; } .rtl-blue-btn:hover { border-radius: 6px; color: #fff!important; background-color: #1428A0!important; } Go to Remote Test Lab View the full blog at its source

When it comes to eliminating unnecessary elements in design, the first stage in the process is to ascertain what aspects are essential. In designing their TVs, Samsung Electronics pursues a design evolution aesthetic that brings about value through careful elimination – rather than unnecessary addition. While functionality remains a crucial part of any TV’s design, Samsung’s designers also focus on the viewing experience, expanding the scope of design from considerations of the space where a TV is placed to the way surrounding devices link to it. Through careful research into the various lifestyles and viewing environments of users, factors that could potentially hinder viewing immersion have been removed from the Samsung Neo QLED 8K so that all that remains serves only the act of viewing – the true purpose of a TV. Removing Boundaries The Infinity Screen, a unique aspect of Samsung’s TV design, maximizes immersion by reducing the number of bezels to almost nothing. The boundaries of Samsung Neo QLED 8K have been trimmed to near zero thanks to advanced technologies and design processes. Its 0.8mm stainless steel frame removes the boundary between the screen and its environment, practically giving the illusion that the screen is floating. To further remove any hindrances to a viewer’s experience, the Samsung logo has also been reduced in size so that the product itself, not just its name, stands out as the icon. Despite its slim appearance, the TV’s performance is powerful thanks to the inclusion of innovative technologies. The speaker hole and subwoofer systems, precisely implemented in the back of the screen, emit a sound quality rich enough to require no additional speaker, and thanks to AI technology, users can enjoy optimized sounds tuned to their content and environments. The Neo QLED 8K offers viewers immersion from both inside and outside of the screen – all wrapped up in a sleek, thin package. Reimagining One Connect One of the main benefits of a large screen TV is the ability to true and vivid immersion in your favorite content, but if the area surrounding the TV is distracting, this enjoyable experience can be interrupted. In designing the Neo QLED 8K, Samsung’s designers took into consideration such scenarios and underwent a re-examination of the way the product fits into its space. Wall-mounted TVs usually require accessories embedded into both the product and the wall they sit against, while stand-type TVs require tables or other furniture that can quickly become cluttered. To avoid any of these inconveniences, Samsung’s One Connect has been redesigned to fit various usage environments in order to enhance viewer immersion. The optimized size and thickness of the renewed One Connect was determined through careful consideration of different environments, and its plate-type, slim appearance makes installation easy and neat. Part of this redesign to the existing One Connect led Samsung designers to devise a new accessory: the Attachable Slim One Connect, which can be utilized as a TV stand. While the stand has always been an integral component of TV design, it has not played any role other than that of screen support – until now. The Attachable Slim One Connect has been designed as a stand, too, with a form that interferes neither with function nor shape and effectively disguises the Attachable Slim One Connect as a simple stand. Further to the space efficiency and aesthetic benefit offered by the Attachable Slim One Connect, elements on the TV itself have been reorganized in order to preserve immersion and prioritize ease-of-use, such as the change of the placement of the cable input module from the back of the TV to the side of the Attachable Slim One Connect stand for seamless access. How Samsung’s Designers Approach Minimalist Design 1. When designing the Neo QLED 8K, what did you want to carry on from previous Samsung QLED 8K models and what did you want to change? Jangho Kim: The Infinity One Design has been created with a focus on total integration rather than simple ‘slimness,’ resulting in every element that doesn’t maximize screen immersion being removed. This represents the direction Samsung designers believe that TVs should be moving in. During the design process, I wanted to include the unique identity of the Samsung QLED 8K line and then enhance it through better understanding of users and their spaces. I believe that the combination of advanced technologies with user-centric developments will bring special experiences to our users. 2. During the design process, it seems that decisions had to be made about what to keep and what to remove. What were the driving forces behind making these decisions? Jigwang Kim: While any design refinement process is never easy, the experience of developing the Attachable Slim One Connect design was the most challenging. We wanted to implement the functionality of a TV stand into the One Connect model, a process that brought about many obstacles to overcome in the initial development stages. Jangho Kim: Although such a dual-function accessory had never existed before, I wanted to be sure that the Attachable Slim One Connect retained its predecessor’s attractive form. This required us to devise a completely new design, and in order to find the optimum size and form factor for the product, all the relevant departments spent countless hours working through different options. 3. The consideration of different types of user environments was at the center of the Neo QLED 8K’s design process. What did you learn from such a process, and which design elements reflect these novel considerations? Sangyoung Lee: The spaces users are placing their TVs in are becoming more and more diverse. Especially as people spend more time at home, the desire to ensure one’s interior aesthetic matches one’s tastes is becoming of paramount importance. In order to match the lifestyles of today, we analyzed the user’s TV experience on a micro level, down to the smallest aspects. I wanted to provide people with reasonable and simple TV usability, and so the Attachable Slim One Connect’s design was brought about to maximize immersion with its simple yet restrained appearance that can suit any user’s space. 4. What do you hope your legacy is as a designer for Samsung Electronics? Jinsu Park: I hope that I am able to bring the everyday into product design. The meaning of the word ‘design’ is ambiguous: it can signify ‘innovation,’ and it can also signify ‘simple joy.’ I wish to practice design processes that bring all such values into users’ daily lives. The evolution of Samsung’s TV design is always geared towards providing users with more immersive viewing experiences. Samsung and its designers will continue to challenge themselves to create products that provide users with leading functionality and a design that captures the true essence of the product. You can also find more details at Design Samsung website. View the full article

The TV, often the centerpiece of the home, is much more than just a device for content consumption. Televisions can showcase new functions in addition to setting the mood for the household with their aesthetic designs. By analyzing users’ lifestyle patterns and catering its new products and strategies to them, Samsung has long provided users with a range of attractive television choices to match their needs. With its innovative television solutions, Samsung, the leader of the global TV market for the past 15 straight years, is realizing ‘A Better Normal’ in users’ actual lives. In part two of this series, Samsung Newsroom looks at how global trends and innovative products like Samsung’s television line-up have come to shape the very ways consumers live their lives. How Lifestyle TVs Reflect Our Distinct Lives Contemporary users spend a lot of time with their TVs. Thus, it is important that they select a TV that is a match for their individual lifestyle. According to its product development philosophy, which prioritizes ‘respect for all users’ preferences’, Samsung has developed innovations in fields ranging from screen design to user experience. And with Samsung opening the door to an era of more flexible and customizable lifestyle televisions, users no longer need to match their lifestyles to their TVs. One initial aspect that Samsung analyzed was distinct patterns across different generations and lifestyles. A variety of lifestyles were taken into consideration in order to develop products that would fit a range of needs. For example, The Sero, a Samsung TV capable of alternating between vertical and horizontal orientation, was launched to meet the needs of a Millennial generation that enjoys consuming mobile content. Likewise, The Serif, a TV with an iconic design, was developed to satisfy those who value aesthetic appeal. The Frame, a TV that can be hung like a piece of artwork, is for those who prioritize artistic appeal. The Premiere, an ultra-short throw (UST) projector which transforms the home into a theater, is another case in point. This industry’s first triple laser projector with 4K resolution and Smart TV UI delivers a remarkable in-home cinema viewing experience. Samsung went even further in meeting a range of diverse user needs with The Terrace, an outdoor TV that allows users to expand their home entertainment experiences to the outdoors. Bigger is Better: The Trends Behind the Evolution of Premium TVs Formerly minor facets of our lives like home training, telecommuting, and remote learning have become major parts of our regular routines recently. As we are required to spend more time indoors, more people are both working and playing from home, making our screens our windows to the wider world. Thus, more and more users have been investing in larger screens and premium televisions, with the popularization of various OTT services also contributing to this. Last year, experts forecasted that sales of large-screen TVs (over 75” in size) and 8K-resolution TVs would rise by 22% and 118% respectively this year.1 Samsung Electronics took this trend into account too, diversifying its QLED TV model lineup to include 85, 75, 65, and 55-inch options. To further satisfy users with diverse expectations of large-screen TV functionality, Samsung also implemented 8K maximum resolution on the televisions and maintained a keen emphasis on sound quality. In particular, Samsung’s Object Tracking Sound (OTS) technology, a dynamic sound feature that corresponds to the movement of objects on screen, allows users to experience more realistic sounds while consuming their content. To further deliver optimized gaming performance, Samsung has also partnered with AMD to develop the first TVs with Freesync Premium Pro support for both PC and console games in its 2021 Neo QLED and QLED lineup. These days users can experience the very best in displays from the comfort of their homes. For instance, the MICRO LED 110” model that Samsung unveiled in December 2020 breaks new ground in the premium display domain by showing users just how attractive a large-screen TV can be. The MICRO LED uses micrometer-sized LED lights to eliminate the backlight and color filters utilized in conventional displays. It is self-illuminating, producing stunningly lifelike colors and brightness through its 24 million individually controlled LEDs. The television’s Monolith design, defined by its screen-to-body ratio of over 99%, additionally allows it to fit naturally anywhere in the home. The new Multi View feature, which allows users to watch up to four different content sources simultaneously, is also available on Samsung’s MICRO LEDs. Eco-Friendly – From Manufacturing to Disposal When it comes to the environment, Samsung has adopted eco-friendly policies that cover the lifecycle of its TV products, beginning with the manufacturing stage. The use of recycled plastic materials has been applied to certain products in the manufacturing process, and the company’s Eco-Packaging, which sees previously discarded packaging materials upcycled, has been implemented. First used for 2020 lifestyle TVs, Samsung is now extending this packaging scheme to the entire 2021 TV lineup. The company has also introduced Solar Cell Remote Controls, which can be recharged by indoor light, outdoor light or via USB. These remote controls will be featured with all 2021 Neo QLED models, removing the need for disposable batteries. Samsung’s ‘Screens Everywhere, Screens for All’ vision aims to not only provide the best screen experience for all users, but to contribute to realizing a sustainable future. Looking forward, Samsung Electronics will continue working to provide optimal display solutions and create people-centered innovations while catering to ever-changing environments and trends. 1 Market research firm OMDIA forecasted that, in 2021, shipments of large-screen TVs (over 75” in size) would reach 7.62 million units, a 22% increase over the 6.27 million units last year. It also predicted that 8K TV shipments would reach 571 thousand units in 2021, surpassing the 262 thousand units in 2020. View the full article

Samsung Electronics today announced that the 2021 Neo QLED lineup has received the first-of-its-kind ‘Eye Care’ certification from Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE), a well-regarded electrical engineering certification institute in Germany. This distinction underscores Samsung’s commitment toward improving the consumer reliability of its TVs. All of the Samsung 2021 QLED models that have completed the testing have received1 the comprehensive ‘Eye Care’ certification which includes ‘Safety for Eyes’, ‘Gentle to the eyes’, flicker level,2 uniformity3 and color fidelity4 assessments. ‘Safety for Eyes’ certification is assigned to products with the levels of emission of blue light, ultraviolet rays, and infrared rays that fall into the ‘Exempt Group’ according to classification of emission limits set by International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). ‘Gentle to the eyes’ certification proves that the amount of melatonin suppression from a device meets the International Commission on Illumination (CIE) standard. IEC is an international standards organization that prepares and publishes international standards for electrical, electronic products and related technologies. CIE is the international authority on light, illumination, color and color spaces. Through the certification, Samsung’s QLED TVs have also been recognized for meeting the standards of picture quality uniformity and color fidelity, both elements of which evaluate content delivery performance. Yonghoon Choi, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics said, “As the global TV industry leader of 15 years’ standing, Samsung is fully committed to developing products that not only offer excellent picture quality, but are also human-centric.” 1 Series QN900, QN800, QN90/95, QN85, Q80, Q70, Q60 2 According to International Electrotechnical Commission(IEC) standard 3 According to International Standard Organization(ISO) standard 4 According to Information Display Measurement Standard(IDMS) standard View the full article

Selling digital content is a popular business all over the world. If you are interested in selling your digital items in the Samsung ecosystem, then you need to learn about the Samsung In-App Purchase (IAP) SDK. You can implement Samsung IAP in your Android, Unity, and Unreal Applications. Since server to server communication is more secure and reliable, payment transaction should be verified from the IAP server. This is the second of two blogs on this topic. In the first part, we discussed how to integrate Samsung’s IAP server API into your app’s server. In this blog, we will learn how to communicate with your server through an Android app. Please go through the documentation of Samsung IAP SDK to integrate Samsung IAP SDK in your app. Then build your own app server for server verification which is covered in the first part of this blog. To know about server API, read Samsung IAP Server API. Get Started Let’s learn through a simple Android game. This game has an item which can only be used for a certain period of time. So, it is a subscription type item. If a user buys this item, then the item will be available after purchase verification. When the app is launched, the app checks if this item is already subscribed or not. There can be one of two results: The item is not subscribed, then the app offers to subscribe this item. The item is subscribed then the app gets the current status of this subscription through getSubscriptionStatus Server API. The subscription status can be active or cancel. Subscription can be canceled for various reasons. If the IAP server returns the subscription status as ‘cancel’ then the app notifies it to the user. Implementation of these two cases are discussed in the next sections. Implement Android IAP At first, integrate Samsung IAP SDK in your Android app and register it in the seller office to test In-App items. When the app is launched, call getOwnedList() API. It returns a list of in-app items that the app user currently has from previous purchases. If the item is not in this list, then the app offers to purchase the item. To purchase any item, call startPayment(). This API notifies the end user if the purchase succeeded or failed. If the purchase is successful, then do the server verification. If your app’s server validates the purchase, then make the item available to the user, otherwise request user to purchase it again. public void onPayment(ErrorVo _errorVo, PurchaseVo _purchaseVo) { if (_errorVo != null) { if (_errorVo.getErrorCode() == IapHelper.IAP_ERROR_NONE) { if (_purchaseVo != null) { if (mPassThroughParam != null && _purchaseVo.getPassThroughParam() != null) { if (mPassThroughParam.equals(_purchaseVo.getPassThroughParam())) { if (_purchaseVo.getItemId().equals(ITEM_ID_SUBSCRIPTION)) { mMainActivity.setBackgroundPurchaseId(_purchaseVo.getPurchaseId()); new PurchaseVerification(mMainActivity).execute(_purchaseVo.getPurchaseId()); } } } } } } } If the item is available in this list, then detailed information of this item such as purchase ID will be available in the OwnedProductVo type ArrayList. To call getSubscriptionStatus Server API, we need the purchase ID of the item. So, send this ID to your app’s server to get the status of the subscribed item. public void onGetOwnedProducts(ErrorVo _errorVo, ArrayList<OwnedProductVo> _ownedList) { if (_errorVo != null) { if (_errorVo.getErrorCode() == IapHelper.IAP_ERROR_NONE) { if (_ownedList != null) { for (OwnedProductVo item : _ownedList) { if (item.getItemId().compareTo(ItemName.ITEM_ID_SUBSCRIPTION) == 0) { // Check whether subscription is canceled or not. new SubscriptionDetails(mMainActivity).execute(item.getPurchaseId()); } } } } else { Log.e(TAG, "onGetOwnedProducts ErrorCode [" + _errorVo.getErrorCode() +"]"); } } } Connect Your App with Your App Server Create an asynchronous task for communicating with the server. This task has two parts. One is to send purchase ID to your app server and the other is to receive the result from the app server. Use doInBackground() method for these two tasks. Return this result to your main UI through onPostExecute() method. Create a class which extends AsyncTask<String,Void,String> for server verification. Then write the following code in doInBackground() method to send the purchase ID: CookieHandler.setDefault( new CookieManager( null, CookiePolicy.ACCEPT_ALL ) ); try{ URL url = new URL("http:// "); //URL of your app’ server URLConnection connection = url.openConnection(); connection.setDoOutput(true); connection.setDoInput(true); OutputStreamWriter out = new OutputStreamWriter(connection.getOutputStream(); String y = ""; for(int i = 0;i < x.length;i++) { y = y + x[i]; } out.write(y); out.close(); }catch(Exception e){ } Receive to the server verification result using the following code: String output = ""; BufferedReader in = new BufferedReader(new InputStreamReader(connection.getInputStream())); String s = ""; while((s = in.readLine())!= null) { output = output + s; in.close(); } return output; Now, create an Interface called ServerResponse and implement it in an Activity where you want to show the result from your app’s server. public interface ServerResponse { void processFinish(String output); } After receiving the result from the server, return the result to your main UI through onPostExecute() method. protected void onPostExecute(String result) { serverresponse.processFinish(result); } Test your app Let’s test the app. Upload your web app onto a server. Then use that URL in your app to check server verification in doInBackground() method. Keep in mind that Samsung In-App Purchase can’t be tested in an emulator of Android Studio. So use a Samsung device to test your app. Read the Test Guide before starting to test your app. A simple Android game is attached at the end of this article where app to server communication is implemented. This game has a blue background image which can be subscribed. If this item is not in an active subscription period, then the app offers to subscribe the background. If the user purchases the item, then the game verifies the purchase through the server. If the purchase is verified, then it shows that the subscription status is activated and the app makes the item available. If the user unsubscribes the item from the Galaxy Store, subscription status becomes ‘cancel’. However, as the active subscription period has not ended yet, the item is still available in the app. Wrapping Up In these two blogs, we have covered the full communication between your app, server and IAP server. Now you will be able to implement purchase verification through your server. If your app is free but has some premium contents, then you can monetize your app. Samsung In-App Purchase provides many ways to earn money from your app. Go to Galaxy Store Games to find out more details about it. Download the simple Android game from Galaxy Store Download the simple Android game from here Follow Up This site has many resources for developers looking to build for and integrate with Samsung devices and services. Stay in touch with the latest news by creating a free account or by subscribing to our monthly newsletter. Visit the Marketing Resources page for information on promoting and distributing your apps. Finally, our developer forum is an excellent way to stay up-to-date on all things related to the Galaxy ecosystem. View the full blog at its source

The beauty of Xamarin.Forms is that it provides a consistent API for creating cross-platform applications. When it comes to Tizen, this advantage includes creating a cross-device application. Tizen supports multi-device form factors such as TV, mobile, and Family Hub. Each of these device profiles has a different screen size, resolution and even a different UX. A Xamarin.Forms application running on Tizen looks suitable on each of these target profiles. This post describes how we have made Shell suitable for Tizen TV. Shell is one of the main features of Xamarin.Forms that helps developers reduce the complexity of their application development. We would like to bring this giant Shell experience into the TV application development. Shell is designed for mobile devices which means it is operated by the user's touch and gesture. However, on a TV, users have to use the remote controller to navigate the application, which uses limited movements like up, down, left, and right. Therefore, the user cannot directly press the desired UI control, such as a button. Sometimes it may feel difficult navigating the focus if the application is not designed intuitively. In addition, unlike the vertical display on mobile devices, a TV is horizontal. This causes other issues, such as the title bar on the top of the TV screen taking up too much space. For this reason, an optimized UX is required for TV so the user can easily navigate to all controls using the remote controller. In a similar case, we have a precedent of optimising Shell for a watch profile (see Shell on Galaxy Watch). Shell on Samsung TV This picture shows how the Shell UI looks on a Samsung TV. The most noticeable difference is that the title bar on top has been removed from the screen. Flyout is always visible on the left side of the screen to reduce using unnecessary space and imply to the user that they should move the focus to the left to open Flyout. Flyout Flyout always shows on the far left of the screen instead of having a specific button to show Flyout. Flyout is minimized while the user is browsing the ShellContent area. The user can open Flyout by moving the focus to the left using the remote controller or changing the IsPresented property to true in the code . Tabs Bottom tabs : Unlike mobile, there is no bottom tabs on a TV. Therefore, tab items will not be displayed on Flyout, if FlyoutDisplayOptions value is set to AsSingleItem. Note: If the developer wants to show all tab items on Flyout, the option value should be set to AsMultipleItems. Top tabs : If a FlyoutItem or Tab item contains one or more ShellContent items, another navigation drawer is shown on the left side of the ShellContent area. Unlike Flyout, the second navigation drawer is not minimized while the user is browsing the content, because it is included within the ShellContent. These two drawers provide an easy and consistent navigation UX. The user can use the left and right buttons to move between navigation drawers and content area, and use the up and down buttons for browsing items in the drawers. To use this optimized Shell for TV, just update Xamarin.Forms to the latest version in your app. We would love to hear your feedback. Our e-mail is always open. You can also ask questions in the Samsung Developers forum or the Tizen.org forums. View the full blog at its source

Tan Nguyen is the Director of Business Development at butterfly-effected GmbH, the company that has licensed such big brands as SpongeBob, Minions, Star Trek, South Park, Hello Kitty, and many more. Every month Galaxy Store users download over 1 million apps created by butterfly-effected, and Tan gives us a little insight into their success and their challenges. Topics Covered Themes Studio Galaxy Store Galaxy Store Badges Social Media Galaxy Watch Studio Licensing IP Brand Partnerships Marketing Best of Galaxy Store Awards View the full blog at its source

Start Date Mar 08, 2021 Location Virtual Samsung Internet is a proud supporter of Teck(K)now Day - happening on International Women's Day, March 8th 2021. Our developer advocates Lola Odelola and Ada Rose Cannon will be speaking on web privacy and the immersive web, respectively, along with many other amazing speakers! This virtual event is free to attend so sign up today! View the full blog at its source

In-app purchases and subscriptions are the most common and popular ways to monetize an app. Samsung In-App purchase (IAP) is a payment service, which allows you to sell your in-app items that are distributed through the Samsung Galaxy Store. Samsung IAP offers an SDK for Android, Plugins for Unity and Unreal applications, and Server APIs. In this article, we will learn about how to implement Samsung IAP Server API in your app’s server. Why you need to have your own server In some cases, your app may experience network interruptions after an item purchase and payment transaction. Malicious attacks can happen which may create security issues in your app. Moreover, malicious users may get your premium contents without buying it if the content is embedded within the app. So, you can reduce these problems by using a server for your app to validate the purchase receipt, provide contents from the server and store the payment related data. Why IAP Server APIs are required Samsung provides IAP Server APIs to prevent malicious purchases and to handle these challenging scenarios. These APIs let you verify a purchase and get detailed information about a subscription. You will be able to know whether a subscription is going to expire soon, or the cause of the subscription cancellation from Server APIs. It will help you to manage subscriptions and to promote your content based on this data. It is not mandatory to implement IAP Server APIs. You can communicate with the IAP Server directly from your app. However, if you want to validate the purchase receipt and get detailed information about a subscription then IAP Server APIs offer great flexibility. A server-side application is required for implementing IAP Server APIs. Your application requests the server to fetch some data from the IAP server. Your server gets this data from the IAP server by using Server APIs and returns the data to your app. We will discuss this data flow process between an app, server and IAP server in two parts. In this blog, we discuss how to integrate Samsung’s IAP server API into your app’s server. In the second part, we will cover communication between your app and server. Please go through the documentation of Samsung IAP SDK to integrate Samsung IAP SDK into your app. To know about server APIs, read Samsung IAP Server API. The following scenario gives you a snapshot of the communication between your app, server and IAP server. Figure 1: Overview Diagram of Samsung IAP Server API Here, we assume that you have completed your app successfully by implementing Samsung IAP SDK and registered it in the seller office to test in-app items. Now you are ready to create your app server. Get Started At first, let’s create a Java dynamic web application by using Servlet for the app server. Server API will be implemented here to communicate with the Samsung IAP server. For simplicity, we have created two servlets for processing the two requests. One is for validating a purchase of an item and another is to check out the status of a subscription item. The client app sends the request to the respective servlet. The respective servlet processes the request and returns the output. The client app executes a task as per the result from the servlet. Figure 2: Communication with Servlets Servlets In Java, a servlet is a type of Java class which runs in a Java-enabled server and handles HTTP requests. We will need a web container that supports Servlet technology, so we have used Apache Tomcat 7.0 as a server. We have already mentioned creating two servlets for the two processes. Each servlet has three parts: Getting purchase ID from the client app Processing the specific task using this purchase ID Returning the result to the client app Getting purchase ID from client app The purchase ID of an item is required to verify payment transaction and to call getSubscriptionStatus. We need to send purchase ID from the client app to our server. Servlet receives that purchase ID in doPost() method. int length = request.getContentLength(); byte[] input = new byte[length]; ServletInputStream in = request.getInputStream(); int c, count = 0 ; while ((c = in.read(input, count, input.length - count)) != -1) { count += c; } in.close(); String recievedString = new String(input); response.setStatus(HttpServletResponse.SC_OK); String purchaseStatus = PurchaseVerification(recievedString); // to verify a purchase String subscriptionStatus = ServerStatusVerification(recievedString); // to get status of subscription item Verify a purchase iap/v6/receipt enables your server and client app to verify that a specified in-app item purchase and payment transaction was successfully completed. Here, we use HTTP request to validate the purchase. A JSON Object is returned with detailed information of a purchase. See the following code snippet in PurchaseVerification() method for validating a purchase: String PurchaseStatus=""; String url="https://iap.samsungapps.com/iap/v6/receipt?purchaseID="+PurchaseId; URL obj = new URL(url); HttpURLConnection con = (HttpURLConnection) obj.openConnection(); BufferedReader in = new BufferedReader(new InputStreamReader(con.getInputStream())); String inputLine; StringBuffer res = new StringBuffer(); while ((inputLine = in.readLine()) != null) { res.append(inputLine); } in.close(); JSONObject myresponse = new JSONObject(res.toString()); PurchaseStatus = myresponse.get("status").toString(); Create a service token A service token is needed to authenticate getSubscriptionStatus SOAP requests. At first, we need to create a SOAP Web Service Client from a WSDL file. So, we have generated JAX-WS portable artifacts from WSDL that can be packaged in a web application archive (WAR) file. JAX-WS-Stubs (artifacts) can be generated from a given WSDL using the wsimport. The WSDL link is: https://iap.samsungapps.com/iap/ws/RTCService?wsdl After generating JAX-WS portable artifacts, we have written a class called SubscriptionDetails to create service token using Secret ID. To know your secret ID, go to your Profile page and scroll to the information for Seller Page table. RtcService rtcService = new RtcService(); RTCService2 rtcimpl = rtcService.getRTCServiceImplPort(); CreateServiceTokenResponse serviceTokenOutput = new CreateServiceTokenResponse(); CreateServiceToken serviceToken = new CreateServiceToken(); serviceToken.setSecret(secretId); try { serviceTokenOutput.setOutput(rtcimpl.createServiceToken(serviceToken.getSecret())); } catch(Exception e) { } Check subscription status getSubscriptionStatus is used to get subscription status, item information, and purchase information of a specified Auto Recurring Subscription (ARS) item that was previously purchased. After getting the service token, we have used SOAP request to get subscription status in SubscriptionDetails class. GetSubscriptionStatusWS subscriptionStatus = new GetSubscriptionStatusWS(); try { subscriptionStatus = rtcimpl.getSubscriptionStatus(purchaseid, serviceTokenOutput.getOutput()); } catch(Exception e) {} return subscriptionStatus; Finally, using the following code snippet in ServerStatusVerification() method we can get the subscription status: SubscriptionDetails Sub = new SubscriptionDetails(); GetSubscriptionStatusWS subscriptionStatus = new GetSubscriptionStatusWS(); subscriptionStatus = Sub.SoapData(PurchaseId); String Status = subscriptionStatus.getSubscriptionStatus().toString(); return Status; Return the result to client app Now return the result of PurchaseVerification() or ServerStatusVerification() method to the client app. OutputStreamWriter writer = new OutputStreamWriter(response.getOutputStream()); writer.write(status); writer.flush(); writer.close(); Testing Let’s test the application. Call PurchaseVerification() or ServerStatusVerification() method by passing a purchase ID in doGet() method and call doGet() method in doPost() by passing the request and response. protected void doGet(HttpServletRequest request, HttpServletResponse response) throws ServletException, IOException { String x = ServerStatusVerification("3fc70af0a118909d0c8b04eaa1eaee823795c982fc8e39f87faa12c58be43f05"); } Run the app on the Apache Tomcat 7.0 server. If your servlet works perfectly then create a .war file for this java application. There are many cloud service providers such as AWS, Heroku which you can use for your server. After creating a .war file, deploy it on a cloud. Get the URL of your app from the cloud service provider and use that URL to test the server APIs by using any browser. Conclusion Server application is not only useful for security issues but also helpful for marketing. If you provide same premium contents in the multiple platforms, then you can use this server application for all applications. You can keep a record of the detailed information of purchased items and subscriptions which can be helpful for your business in many aspects. For example, you can store your user’s subscription status. Based on this data, you can promote a new item, provide offers to potential users and give recommendations to the new users. We are at the end of this article and hope you found the information helpful. See the next blog for part two. View the full blog at its source

From black and white to color, analog to digital, and digital to smart TVs­—Samsung Electronics has been there for all the key historic moments in the development of the television. Over time, Samsung has established itself as a global television leader by applying innovative technologies and staying a step ahead when it comes to identifying global lifestyle trends. And Samsung’s innovation hasn’t slowed in 2021. Even in the unprecedented era of the global pandemic, the company recorded a revenue-based TV market share of 31.9%1 in 2020. This was the highest figure the company had ever recorded, and means that Samsung has retained its number one spot in the global TV market for the 15th consecutive year. In this two-part series, Samsung Newsroom will explore the legacy of Samsung TVs, which have long been pioneers in the sector. A History of Excellence Samsung released its initial ‘world’s first’ television in 1998 with the launch of its 55-inch projection TV. The company’s initial securing of this title was partially brought about by its helping to lead the global transition from analog to digital television. Samsung went on to further change the game by releasing its LCD TV in the early 2000s. Around this time the company successfully popularized wall-mountable LCD TVs, leading to the inception of the golden age of LCD TVs. Samsung also launched a 46-inch (116cm) LCD TV—which was then the largest in the industry—and consequently altered the approach of an industry that had not been focused on large-screen TVs up to then. The 46-inch LCD TV, which cost more than USD 13,000 back then, was widely welcomed and helped spur the success of LCD TVs. Samsung’s Bordeaux LCD TV, naturally portraying the tones of a fine wine The Bordeaux LCD TV, released by Samsung in 2006, is another example that shows how innovation-based, outside-the-box thinking has changed the face of the sector forevermore. Developers began to question the long-term feasibility of thick, heavy, vacuum-tube-based televisions and instead started to dream of TVs that were lightweight and aesthetically sophisticated. The Bordeaux TV was the result, with its sales numbers exceeding one million in the first six months of its release. The Bordeaux TV featured a speaker that was relocated from both sides of the TV to the bottom, and highlighted its sophistication with a crimson color and curved edges. In addition to marking the launch of the Bordeaux TV, 2006 was also the first time in the company’s history that Samsung ranked first in the global television market. The company has continued to hold that position for 15 consecutive years, and still holds it today. The Commitment to Realizing the Best Definition Ever Seen Aiming to provide the absolute best experience to its television users, Samsung has maintained a keen commitment to improving image resolution. In a time of constantly changing lifestyle patterns and an ever-expanding pool of content, true technological innovation remains a primary driving force when it comes to retaining the TV industry’s top spot. Samsung’s LED TV, which received attention for its innovative, integrated technologies At CES 2009, Samsung introduced the beginning of the LED TV era. The company’s LED televisions used light emitting diodes (LEDs), which are semiconductor-based light sources that emit light when current flows through them, to realize very clear image resolution. About 50 engineers worked for around two years to completely redesign all components of the TV, obtaining more than 3,000 patents as they worked to realize the potential of LED TV technology. The resulting televisions would go on to distinguish themselves by creating a whole new domain for the industry. Samsung’s QLED TV, first introduced at CES 2017 Samsung’s QLED TV, which achieved 100 percent color volume for the first time in the industry, is another product that reached the peak of screen technology. In 2017, Samsung released this next-generation television, which was based on quantum dot (QLED) technology. The TV takes quantum dot technology to new heights with advancements in light efficiency, stability and a wider color spectrum. At this time, Samsung emphasized that it would be creating a new standard for the global TV market in accordance with its slogan, ‘The Next Innovation In TV.’ Samsung revealed its 2021 Neo QLED, a whole new display technology, during its First Look event ahead of CES 2021. Neo QLED is underpinned by Quantum Mini LED technology, which features LEDs that are 1/40th the height of conventional LEDs and are precisely controlled by Samsung’s own Quantum Matrix Technology and Neo Quantum Processor, a powerful picture processor with enhanced upscaling capabilities. Thus, Samsung, which has remained a step ahead when it comes to introducing future display technology, continues to lead the global TV sector while further strengthening its unique position in the market. Reflecting Users’ Tastes – The Inception of the ‘Era of Smart’ After leading the global TV market for 15 consecutive years, Samsung’s innovations have come to transform users’ lifestyles and daily routines too. As more and more users gained the ability to handpick the content they wanted to watch, Samsung launched the Samsung TV App Store in 2010. In particular, the app provided a variety of high-quality local content for different countries, which helped to expand viewer pools. By developing the app according to the viewing preferences of each region and accentuating content like sports, movies, and cooking, Samsung helped make the viewing experience more enjoyable and further advanced its leadership. Samsung has also been offering its Samsung TV Plus2 service since the service’s launch in 2015. Samsung TV Plus is the company’s free Smart TV video service, which provides instant access to news, sports, entertainment and more. The service has now been expanded to 12 countries, bringing access to over 60 million Samsung Smart TVs. Samsung, which has always been ahead of the pack when it comes to making our societies smarter, will continue to put the users first by allowing them to select what they want to consume and catering its offerings to their tastes. As it continues to demonstrate the power of content, Samsung is planning to further expand its Smart TV experiences by increasing the number of countries where it can provide its services, as well as reinforcing its cooperation with broadcasting companies and content providers from around the world. 1 January 2021 data released by market research firm Omdia 2 Samsung TV Plus is currently available in select regions including the U.S., Canada, U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Austria, Korea, Australia, and Brazil. Service availability may vary by region and product. View the full article

On March 2, Samsung Electronics held its virtual Unbox & Discover event at which the company unveiled its very latest MICRO LED, Samsung Neo QLED, lifestyle TVs, monitor and soundbar products. The event saw Samsung voice its commitment to providing TV technologies that innovate and add value to user’s daily lives, especially given the important role that the TV has taken on in the home given the events of the past year. Those who missed the livestreamed event can check out the video below or visit this link in order to learn more about the ways in which Samsung is redefining the role of TV in 2021.  View the full article

Samsung Electronics showcased its 2021 lineup of MICRO LED, Samsung Neo QLED, lifestyle TVs, monitors, and soundbars at its virtual Unbox & Discover event. As people spend more time at home, Samsung’s latest innovations let consumers get the most from their screens—allowing them to work efficiently, communicate effectively, and explore their personal passions. “At Samsung, we are proud to constantly innovate to improve consumers’ everyday lives. Over the past year, technologies that were once ‘nice to have’ became a need, as our homes became offices, schools, gyms, and more,” said James Fishler, Senior Vice President, Home Entertainment Division, Samsung Electronics America. “The role of the TV in our lives has grown—and in 2021, Samsung continues to redefine the role of TV around the needs and passions of consumers.” For decades, TVs were seen simply as a way to watch movies and shows; now, TVs are serving as conference rooms and fitness hubs. By taking advantage of many features for the first time this past year, people are re-examining the role that their TV plays in their lives. Beyond Samsung’s innovative approach to new features, our leadership in picture performance has made Samsung the number one global TV manufacturer for 15 consecutive years. In 2021, Samsung continues to break new ground to offer consumers extraordinary viewing experiences. MICRO LED Comes Home With superb brightness, deep blacks, and breathtaking image quality, MICRO LED technology offers a groundbreaking viewing experience that lasts. Its inorganic LEDs help prevent burn-in and ensure the screen stays vibrant over its lifetime. In 2018, Samsung introduced MICRO LED in the form of “The Wall”—a configurable system of modules that can reach an astounding 292 inches for an experience like no other. With its inherent flexibility, “The Wall” requires professional installation in the home or office. In 2021, Samsung brings all the power of MICRO LED technology in the form factor of a traditional TV experience. Now, consumers can take home the cinematic experience in a beautiful edge-to-edge screen design, with no need for professional assembly and installation. MICRO LED is available in 110’’ and 99’’ sizes globally beginning at the end of March; an 88’’ size is launching this fall; and a 76’’ is on the future roadmap. MICRO LED can become 4 screens in one. With 4Vue (Quad View), consumers can watch up to four sources of content simultaneously. Keep up with multiple sports at once, or stream a walkthrough while playing a video game. MICRO LED brings true-to-life picture quality at an enormous scale—out of the box. Samsung Neo QLED Fits Any Home and Every Passion As people turn to TVs as an outlet for their passions, Samsung developed Samsung Neo QLED to enhance the viewing experience, no matter what you are watching. The Samsung Neo QLED viewing experience is defined by our Neo Quantum Processor, and new Quantum Mini LEDs. At just 1/40th the size of conventional LEDs, Quantum Mini LEDs allow for ultra-fine light control. With deep blacks, bright lights, and upscaling technology smarter than any Samsung TV has ever offered, Samsung Neo QLED delivers an ultra-realistic picture—whether you are watching a football game, or playing one on your gaming console. Samsung Neo QLED also offers features that level up gaming. Samsung is proud to be the Official TV Partner of Xbox Series X in the United States and Canada. With Xbox and Samsung renewing their multi-year agreement this year, the two companies will continue working together to offer an unbeatable gaming experience. Samsung Neo QLED and QLED offer cutting-edge capabilities that make them a phenomenal companion to next-gen gaming with Xbox Series X. In addition, Samsung Neo QLED and QLED let you see virtually every detail with incredible 4k clarity, a silky-smooth 120 frames per second, and a low 5.8ms response time. In order to further deliver optimized gaming performance to the 2021 Samsung Neo QLED and QLED line, Samsung has also partnered with AMD to develop the first TV with Freesync Premium Pro support for both PC and console games to deliver a truly exceptional HDR gaming experience. Additionally, Samsung’s new Game Bar helps players quickly monitor critical aspects of play. You can use it to access Samsung’s Super Ultrawide Gameview, which brings ultra-wide aspect ratios—traditionally only available on gaming monitors—to the TV. For those with a passion for fitness, Samsung Neo QLED brings athletic training and healthy living to the home. Last year, when people weren’t able to go to the gym, many sought ways to stay fit at home. Samsung Health, a comprehensive fitness and mindfulness platform launched in the spring of 2020, met this need. Samsung Health helped us stay fit with partner apps for every style of fitness and health, along with seamless connectivity to mobile devices and wearables. In 2021, Samsung Health adds the benefit of a Smart Trainer. With an optional camera sold separately, the Smart Trainer utilizes AI to analyze your posture and provide real-time feedback to improve your form as you follow instructional videos. In 2021, Samsung Neo QLED’s 8K models (QN800A and QN900A) will be available in 65’’, 75’’, and 85’’ sizes, while the 4K models (QN90A and QN85A) will reflect an even wider selection, starting at 50’’. TV Technology That Reflects Your Style Indoors or Outdoors Consumers today expect experiences tailored to their needs, personal tastes, and style. The Lifestyle TV category offers screens designed for every consumer and every space—in and outside the home. The Frame transforms the TV into a work of art that can be personalized to fit your aesthetic and decor. With new partnerships in the Art Store,1 like NAVA Contemporary and Etsy, The Frame features more original artwork to match individual tastes. It also includes AI-based auto-curation technology that recommends artwork based on your selections. Curate your own personal art collection with a growing library of over 1,400 pieces of art from world-renowned institutions. The Frame also features increased photo storage space from 500 megabytes in 2020 to 6 gigabytes in 2021, so you can store up to 1,200 photos (all) in UHD quality. From beloved classics to stunning photography, the Art Store gives you access to a variety of content to personalize your space. In 2021, there are new ways to customize the Frame itself—from new mounting options like the Slim Fit Wall Mount to five bezel options and more from third party providers. Additionally, we have made the 2021 Frame slimmer than ever: just 24.9 millimeters thick, about the same depth as an actual picture frame. It’s just as appealing off as when it’s on. Samsung is also offering a new way to display the 2021 Frame, with My Shelf, a new accessory releasing globally later this year that lets you create a tailored wall with personal touches to complement your screen and décor. My Shelf can be attached to the 55 inch, 65 inch, and 75 inch Frame sizes, and will be available in four different colors: beige, white, brown, and black. For those who miss the movie theater experience, The Premiere, the industry’s first triple laser projector with 4K resolution, represents the next stage in home cinema—all in a compact package. Traditional beam projectors can be clunky and difficult to set up—and even if they offer a big screen, the resolution is sometimes far below an ordinary TV. The Premiere’s minimalist design, with rounded edges and a fabric finish, fits neatly into any home. To help consumers use the Premiere anywhere in their home, we are going to be offering rollable screens optimized for the Premiere later this year on Samsung.com. Just position the Premiere around 5 inches or further from a monotone wall or ALR screen, and break out the popcorn. In 2020, Samsung took its industry-leading picture performance from inside the home to the yard—just as consumers were looking to get outdoors. With The Terrace, our first outdoor TV, consumers can enjoy the picture quality, audio performance, and smart features they expect from Samsung outside. And they can do so worry-free; The Terrace is weather-resistant, with an IP55 rating to protect against water and dust. It is also simple to install, and easy to connect to cable service and a Wi-Fi network. The Terrace is available in 55”, 65”, and a new 75” Full Sun model2 is coming in time for summer. Screens Suited for Every Need – From Productivity to Play In 2020, the relevance of the monitor at home changed dramatically. For many, this meant additional screens for multiple needs. Suddenly, a screen that was used to shop online or surf social media became critical to daily life, as consumers used it to make the most of work, school, and play. To fulfill this demand, the Smart Monitor is Samsung’s first “do-it-all” monitor—uniting the best of monitor and TV. Smart Monitor is compatible with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Wireless DeX, and Apple AirPlay 2, letting consumers work from anywhere without needing to connect to a PC. With AirPlay 2, customers can stream, control, and share their favorite content directly from their iPhone, iPad, or Mac to their monitor. When you need to relax, you can enjoy your favorite shows by turning on the Smart TV platform and accessing your preferred streaming apps. Smart Monitor helps consumers stay productive when they need to be—and entertained when they need a break. In 2020, the Odyssey G9 gaming monitor generated a lot of buzz—this year, Samsung is leveling up the experience with a Quantum MiniLED display and premium gaming features. The 1000R screen curvature, combined with Quantum MiniLED display technology, gives gamers an experience unlike any other. The new G9 joins Samsung’s full lineup of curved and flat Odyssey gaming monitors. To enable a new way of learning and working while staying safe, we are introducing the Samsung Interactive Display FLIP 75-inch,a digital whiteboard you can write, draw, and edit on. The Flip offers connective features for hybrid working and learning to help consumers succeed—whether in the classroom, the office, or at home. With optimized 4K picture quality and easy-to-read visuals, a team of up to 20 can work simultaneously to sync personal devices for real-time content sharing. The Flip allows users to see a coworker’s or teacher’s presentation as if they were there in person—offering the ability to work together while staying safe. Designed to foster greater collaboration, increase productivity, and enable a seamless exchange of ideas, the 75-inch display joins the 55-inch, 65-inch, and 85-inch display. Sound That Matches the Visual While Samsung TVs offer incredible sound from the tiniest of speakers, nothing rounds out the home theater experience like the addition of a Samsung soundbar. The 2021 Q Series lineup includes exclusive Q-Symphony tech, syncing audio from the Samsung TV to deliver enhanced 3-dimensional sound. The soundbar even measures its environment to project audio precisely where it needs to be. For a full, deep and rich immersive experience, the Q950A boasts the industry’s first 11.1.4 channel sound bringing you right into the center of the action. Its new Bass Boost feature allows users to add “more boom” with a simple click. For those who play music from their mobile devices, Tap Sound makes it as simple as tapping a device to the soundbar. And the Q950A works with multiple voice assistants, including Amazon Alexa and Bixby—making it easy to take full control of the listening experience. Passions, Style, Tastes, and Needs In 2021, Samsung complements your passions, adjusts to your tastes, and delivers performance that enhances all experiences. From the pinnacle of luxurious performance in MICRO LED, to the aesthetic appeal of The Frame, Samsung redefines the role of the TV in your home—at a time when the TV is more relevant than ever. For more information on Samsung’s TV products, please visit www.samsung.com. * Product availability may vary by region. 1 Art Store subscription required to access full selection. Fees apply to subscription service. 2 Panel protected up to 6 hours in sunlight at 700 watts and 104 degrees Fahrenheit; brightness may decrease to protect panel with other high temperature and sunlight conditions. View the full article

Welcome to a new game review series for developers. We will start showcasing and analyzing different games published in the Samsung Galaxy Store, and note the best practices that successful developers have followed to publish and promote their games. We will start reviewing the game Mirages of Winter that you can download in your mobile devices here. In the video you will be able to see more about the game’s unique style, gameplay, and how it took advantage of the listing in Galaxy Store to maximize the engagement with the players. Mirari games, the studio behind this title, delivered a premium game that creates an experience that goes beyond gaming. It is highly recommended to anyone that wants to escape to a magical land for a little while. Let’s connect We love to chat with mobile and wearable developers to help as you develop, publish, and market apps, themes and watch faces. If you have a published game in Galaxy Store, we would love to help you get discovered. Follow Up This site has many resources for developers looking to build for and integrate with Samsung devices and services. Stay in touch with the latest news by creating a free account or by subscribing to our monthly newsletter. Visit the Marketing Resources page for information on promoting and distributing your apps. Finally, our developer forum is an excellent way to stay up-to-date on all things related to the Galaxy ecosystem. View the full blog at its source

In a time when the amount of varied content viewers have access to is greater than ever before and our devices are playing a role in more and more facets of our lives, being able to make use of a top-tier television is a real priority. Over the years, Samsung has delivered a broad range of highest quality television solutions, leading the company to hold the number one spot in the global TV market for 15 consecutive years. This relentless innovation was demonstrated most recently with Samsung’s launch of its MICRO LED display, which is delivering outstanding color vibrancy and brightness and raising the bar for premium viewing. But Samsung is not only focused on establishing outstanding audio-visual quality in its televisions. As the company heads into its 15th year as the leading global TV brand, Samsung announced its ‘Screens Everywhere, Screens for All’ vision, underscoring their commitment to closely aligning business operations with a series of long-term sustainability and accessibility endeavors. Check out the infographic below to see how Samsung’s TV innovations have progressed over the years, reshaping the industry and elevating the user experience in a host of different ways. View the full article

Samsung Electronics topped the global TV market for the 15th consecutive year, according to market research firm, Omdia. Newly released data published on February 23 notes that Samsung Electronics recorded 31.8% in global TV market share by revenue in Q4 2020 and retained the largest annual category market share by revenue in 2020, at 31.9%. Samsung’s growth across the Visual Display Business reflects a commitment to the most premium at-home viewing experiences, coupled with the fast-growing QLED portfolio, category leadership in the ultra large screen segment over 75-inches, the introduction and expansion of a Lifestyle TV portfolio, and a series of industry, category and product “firsts” made possible thanks to Samsung’s constant drive for innovation. “Consumers use screens every day to entertain, connect with loved ones, work, exercise from home and do much more. And we have seen how different lifestyles and routines have not only evolved, but converged,” said Jong-hee Han, President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “We continue to be incredibly humbled by the trust placed in our vision and products; it is what drives our relentless pursuit to deliver cutting-edge innovation and a best-in-class screen experience that meets the needs of the modern-day consumer.” Looking back over the last 15 years, Samsung’s innovation-led growth agenda has incorporated groundbreaking new technologies, while spanning multiple categories, reaching a wide range of consumers and use cases. In 2021, Samsung expects to maintain its industry-leading market position with the introduction and expansion of core products and by incorporating proprietary technology and features across all TV lineups. This includes Samsung’s new Neo QLED lineup along with Samsung’s MICRO LED, Lifestyle TVs and a company-wide alignment of operations through long-term sustainability programs. Over the next few years, Samsung will also continue to invest in R&D and product development in strategic business areas to strengthen its core and emerging technology offers. For more information on Samsung’s TV products, please visit www.samsung.com/. View the full article

Ahead of the livestreamed broadcast, Samsung has released a brief preview of their Unbox & Discover event in the form of a teaser video. Beginning at 10 a.m. EST on March 2, the event will be streamed live on Samsung Newsroom and Samsung.com. Take a look at the teaser video below and prepare to learn more about how Samsung is set to redefine the role of the TV in 2021. View the full article

In this episode of POW!, we interview Drazen Stojcic. Drazen is the 2020 Galaxy Store award winner for best watch face collection. Not only do we talk about his rise to becoming one of the top watch face sellers on Galaxy Store, but also his fascinating career path. And it all started when he became an award-wining author after writing his first novel at the age of 16. Topics Covered: Galaxy Watch Studio Galaxy Store Galaxy Store Badges Social Media Photography Videography Animations SDC19 Best of Galaxy Store Awards View the full blog at its source

A television is a portal that can connect us to the world. As the amount of diverse content users have access to continues to grow, the range of entertainment they can access through their TVs is also expanding. Yet despite this innovation, for those who are hard of hearing, the deaf, people with low vision and the blind, accessing basic TV features like sound controls and screen settings can still prove challenging. In the final installment of this series, we look at how Samsung TVs and their array of exclusive accessibility features are seeking to provide an equal viewing experience for all. Check out the webtoon below to see how four friends make use of the accessibility features on a Samsung TV to all enjoy the viewing experience together. * The SeeColors app is available for download from the Smart TV App store. This app is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease or medical problem. Any information found, acquired or accessed through this app is made available for your convenience and should not be treated as medical advice. View the full article

Design inspiration is all around us; however, tapping into it is another story. Fortunately, there are members of the Samsung Developers community who’ve cracked the code and defeated designer’s block. We connected with several watch faces/themes designers and over the last few weeks we have been sharing their advice, creative processes, and sources of design inspiration. We conclude our ‘Prime Time Design’ series with Ramon Campos from Friss in Motion. Based in the United States, Ramon’s watch faces are inspired by technology, science fiction and nature. Read on to learn about his design process and how he’s incorporating animation into his watch faces to stand out from the competition. When and why did you start designing watch faces? I started designing watch faces about six years ago as a hobby, creating designs for my own watch. I developed the habit of sharing my designs with other users and noticed they were popular. I soon realized it could be an opportunity to make money for my design work. As for themes, I started last year in January 2020. It has been an arduous experience, but also exciting and rewarding. What does your design process look like? Do you have a strict protocol or is it more free flowing? For me, the design process varies every time. There is no specific protocol; some designs have taken a very short time to complete, others have taken months. However, one thing on my mind during the design process is how to stand out from the competition. So, I think about how to design watch faces that show different characteristics. That’s why most of my designs are animated, although I also have experience in digital and analog design. How has your design approach evolved over time? My design process has evolved a lot. My first watch faces took a lot of time to finish, but now if I have a defined idea, it is easy to work on the project. The same can be said of my animated designs. I had to study hard to learn the computer programs, but over time it has made my work easier. What was the inspiration for your most successful watch face and how did you make it a reality? I really like technology, science fiction, nature and watches, so those four things are my source of design inspiration. How do you strike a balance between the vision you have for a watch face and its functionality? Is this the most challenging part of the design process? In my case, I have not had any complications with balancing my vision and functionality. Most of my designs are focused on health features and I have always had the confidence to ask the Samsung Developers team for their recommendations to help make my process easier. How do you navigate guidelines without compromising the integrity of your design? I think we all like flashy designs, but at the same time the information on the screen needs to be easy to read and locate. Due to my design style, this is probably one of my biggest challenges. What’s the one piece of advice you’d give a designer who is stuck in a creative rut? Express all your talent without fear and do not give up; there is a long way to go and your goals are not impossible to achieve. Thanks to Ramon for sharing helpful advice on the design process, staying creative and finding inspiration for Galaxy Watch Face designs. You can connect with Ramon and Friss in Motion on Instagram and Facebook. We hope you found our ‘Prime Time Design’ series inspiring and informative to help you on your journey to designing for Samsung devices. Don’t forget, there’s still time to submit your Galaxy Watch Faces or Themes portfolio before the submission window closes on February 23rd. Follow us on Twitter at @samsung_dev for more developer interviews and tips for building games, apps, and more for the Galaxy Store. View the full blog at its source

Following an unprecedented year that saw consumer viewing habits change exponentially, Samsung Electronics is continuing its legacy of delivering groundbreaking products for each any every consumer through 2021. On March 2, Samsung will share its vision for how the company’s latest innovative products are set to redefine the role of the TV through cutting-edge technologies, beautiful design and impactful partnerships. Join us at Samsung Newsroom and Samsung.com on March 2 for the event livestream which kicks off at 10 a.m. EST to see what Samsung has in store for 2021. View the full article

Remote Test Lab is a service that enables developers to control mobile and watch devices remotely. With the Remote Test Lab service, you can test your application on a real device by interacting with the device over the network in real time. The Remote Test Lab service is an easy and effective way to comprehensively test your application’s compatibility with the latest Samsung mobile devices, while reducing your spending on test hardware. Remote Test Lab highlights Application installation You can install and test Android and Tizen applications on the appropriate devices. Screen capture and recording You can capture or record the screen during testing, whenever you need it. Audio streaming You can listen to the audio played through the testing device. Repeat testing You can record a sequence of actions and replay the sequence multiple times. Remote Debug Bridge You can access the remote device through development tools, such as Android Studio, as if the device were connected to your computer. Test applications on a remote real device In your Web browser, go to Distribute > Remote Test Lab on the Samsung Developer site. Before using Remote Test Lab, make sure you have the system requirements: Samsung Account Standard Web browser with JavaScript support Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 7 or later, including Java Web Start Internet environment with port 2600 outbound open You can select the operating system, remote device, and testing time you want on the Remote Test Lab page. When you select Start, a JNLP file is downloaded to your computer, and when you run the file, the Remote Test Lab client is launched and the live image of the device screen appears on the client. You can use the Remote Test Lab device as if it were the real device. For example, you can even zoom in and out on Google Maps using multi-touch. A variety of testing tools are available in the client context menu: Screen menu: Screen Quality Control, Orientation, Scale, Capture and Record, Screen Share Manage menu: Application Manager, Clipboard Synchronization, Language, File Manager, Wi-Fi Reset, Device Reboot Test menu: Install Application, Auto-Repeat, Log Viewer, Remote Debug Bridge Experimental menu: Audio Streaming For more information on the tools in the context menu, see the User Manual. You can install your application on the remote device by dragging and dropping the application package from your computer into the Remote Test Lab client. Through the client, you can watch how the application behaves on the device, including in views such as Flex Mode on Galaxy Fold devices. For more details about the Remote Test Lab service and its policies, see the Remote Test Lab Support. View the full blog at its source