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Maintaining the legacy of foldable technology, Samsung recently released the new Galaxy Z Fold2. This device is designed to provide a new and seamless experience to users with its Infinity Flex Display. As a developer, you can adjust your app to provide the best UI experience to your users. In this blog, we will demonstrate how a stopwatch app can be modified to adjust with Galaxy Z Fold2 devices. The stopwatch app is pretty simple, having three functionalities—start, pause and reset the time. Figure 1: Stopwatch app example In order to provide a seamless experience to the user, we have to ensure app continuity, adjust the activity according to the UI, support multi-resume in multi-window, and check the display cutout. So let’s get started. App continuity Like the previous Galaxy Z Fold, the new Galaxy Z Fold2 has two separate physical screens. The cover display is 2260 x 816 pixels and the main display is 2208 x 1768 pixels. To provide a seamless experience to the user while folding and unfolding the device, the app must maintain its continuity by preventing data loss. You can ensure continuity by using the onSaveInstanceState() method. First, save the data of the current state with onSaveInstanceState(). For the stopwatch app, the time that has passed is saved in seconds before the activity is paused. @Override public void onSaveInstanceState(Bundle savedInstanceState) { savedInstanceState.putInt("seconds", seconds); savedInstanceState.putBoolean("running", running); savedInstanceState.putBoolean("wasRunning", wasRunning); } Then restore the data of the activity using the onCreate() function. @Override protected void onCreate(Bundle savedInstanceState) { super.onCreate(savedInstanceState); setContentView(R.layout.activity_main); if (savedInstanceState != null) { seconds = savedInstanceState.getInt("seconds"); running = savedInstanceState.getBoolean("running"); wasRunning = savedInstanceState.getBoolean("wasRunning"); } } Figure 2: Continuity of the stopwatch while folding and unfolding the device Ensure dynamic resizing of your app If you want your app to support multi-window mode, define the activity as resizable. This can be done by setting the resizableActivity attribute to true in Manifest.xml. This ensures the maximum compatibility with both the cover screen and the main screen of the device. <activity android:name=".MainActivity" android:resizeableActivity="true"> … </activity> Another approach is to define an aspect ratio for your app. Galaxy Z Fold2’s cover screen has a ratio of 25 : 9 whereas the main screen has a ratio of 22.5 : 18. To be compatible with the device, you should test your apps for these ratios and that they fill up the entire display. You can use the minAspectRatio or the maxAspectRatio flag to constrain your app within the feasible aspect ratios. Please note that, if the resizableActivity attribute is set to true, the minAspectRatio and the maxAspectRatio flag are ignored. Figure 3: Dynamically resizable app in Pop-Up view and Split-Window view Multi-Resume for multi-window Up to Android 9, only one of the activities visible in the multi-window operation is allowed to stay in the RESUMED state. All other activities are put into the PAUSED state. Therefore, you have to force your app to be in the RESUMED state by adding the following in the Manifest.xml file. <meta-data android:name="android.allow_multiple_resumed_activities" android:value="true" /> However, starting from Android 10, all activities visible in multi-window are allowed to stay in the RESUMED state. You no longer need to force your app to have multi-resume behavior. However, there are some cases where an app can be in the PAUSED state in Android 10, in which case you need to enforce the multi-resume behavior: • In a minimized split-screen (with launcher on the side), the top activity isn't resumed because it's not focusable • In picture-in-picture mode, the activity isn't resumed because it's not focusable • When activities are covered by other transparent activities in the same stack Figure 4: Multi-Resume in multi-window Display cutout The main display of the Galaxy Z Fold2 has a punch hole in the upper right side. You can set a display cutout mode according to your content style. By default, the content is rendered into the cutout area while in portrait mode and letterboxed while in landscape mode. If you want your content to be rendered into the cutout area in both portrait and landscape modes, you can define the mode as shortEdges. In the sample app, the cutout mode is set to shortEdges in the style.xml file. The sample app is set to full screen and display cutout mode is set to shortEdges. <item name="android:windowLayoutInDisplayCutoutMode">shortEdges</item> <item name="android:windowTranslucentNavigation">true</item> Figure 5: Display cutout Default mode Figure 6: Display cutout in shortEdges mode Hopefully this blog helps you to update your app for the Galaxy Z Fold2 and give the user a better UI experience. To check out the sample app, click here. You can also view Samsung’s official documentation for Galaxy Z devices. If you have any questions regarding foldable UI, feel free to post it in the Samsung Developers Forums. View the full blog at its source

Two of the things I really like about game developers are their constant drive for innovation and seemingly endless energy. And that cannot be more obvious than participating in an event like the IndieCade International Festival of Independent Games. For 15-plus years, IndieCade has been the premiere stand-alone gathering and showcase for indie games worldwide. This year, the festival had to completely rethink itself to accommodate our new global reality, and I am so happy to say that the organizers absolutely nailed their “Anywhere and Everywhere” motto. For nine days, the Samsung Developers team were immersed in game presentations and awards, networking events, game slams, and social media madness. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights of the event and my general musings about the games and participants. As an event sponsor, we had the privilege to collaborate with the IndieCade audience in several ways: Attending multiple live presentations Presenting the renewed Samsung Galaxy Store Creating a virtual Samsung Developers booth Watching the nominated games and the highly-anticipated award winners The Samsung Galaxy Store Presentation: Where Indie Games Get Discovered For obvious reasons, the biggest point of the event for me was to lead the presentation that introduced the new game-focused experience of Galaxy Store. Available in more than 180 countries with more than 400M month active users, Galaxy Store is a great place for developers to publish their game and get discovered. With the help of my colleague, Shelley Wu, we showcased the different opportunities that game developers have to promote and market their games, gave a hands-on walkthrough of the Games tab in the store, and showed how its design promotes discovery of new games. Additionally, I gave a live step-by-step demonstration on how to create a Seller Portal account, how to request commercial seller status, and the different steps an indie developer should follow to publish their first game. This presentation is filled with helpful information and tips, and I recommend you watch it. Live Presentations Pre-selected game developers were able to showcase their games and particate in the conference chat on IndieCade’s Twitch channel. It is hard to pick just a few games, but these will give you a pretty good idea of what you could expect: - Aria Aria is a story-based VR experience where you are placed in a pod to escape a catastrophic explosion on your spaceship. Watch Aria's stream - Endlight This one is more like a psychedelic, fast-paced experience. Watch Endlight's stream - Lost Words This one is a highly praised puzzle game that is set in the pages of a young girl’s diary, and you have to use words to advance the story. Watch Lost Words' stream - Thousand Year Old Vampire This one is for the fans of table top games. It is incredibly innovative and, unlike most TTRPGs, is a solo experience that allows you to create the story of the titular vampire. Watch Thousand Year Old Vampire's stream Nominees and Winners This year, IndieCade nominated over 50 games and in the end, there were 12 award winners. As a game designer myself, I particularly enjoyed reading the comments from the jury. If you'd like to dig more into IndieCade 2020, check out the awards video or the event round-up We love to chat with mobile game developers and help you as you develop, publish, and market your own games. Galaxy Store is a great place to publish your game and get discovered. If you are a game developer and want to request a quick chat with us, just fill out this form. View the full blog at its source

It’s that time of year again! The holidays are fast approaching, and the holiday spirit is in full swing. Although we can all agree that 2020 has been a year unlike any other, the true meaning behind the season – the sense of togetherness, fun and cheer – remains as important as it’s ever been. Like the holidays, Samsung QLED 8K brings people together, although they do so in a slightly different way. The first part of our series guided you through picking out the perfect holiday gift from Samsung’s lifestyle TV lineup. Here, we’ll show you how Samsung QLED 8K’s combination of convenient features and immersive entertainment can make celebrating the holidays that much more fun. ‘Deck the Halls’ with Ambient Mode What better way to get in the holiday spirit than by surrounding yourself with holiday-themed art? Samsung QLED 8K’s Ambient Mode allows you to do just that. The feature adds a fun new dimension to decorating your living space by transforming your TV’s off screen into an immersive canvas. It’s perfect for those of us who love watching cozy content around the holidays, because it offers us more opportunities to enjoy festive imagery. Make Time for a Holiday Movie Marathon Watching films with friends and family is such an important part of the holidays. With so many classics to choose from, you’ll want a TV that allows you to enjoy each and every one in crystal clear quality. Available in sizes ranging from 43 all the way up to 98 inches, Samsung QLED 8K takes movie marathons to a whole new level. Immerse yourself in your favorite holiday films with bright, vivid colors and jaw-dropping detail. Enjoy Concerts and Musicals For many of us, the holidays just wouldn’t be the same without the music – the concerts, musicals and more – that makes this season feel so special. With so many concerts and performances going virtual this year, many of us are turning to our TVs to enjoy this important part of the holiday experience. Samsung QLED 8K allows you to view concerts and performances at a level of quality that makes you feel like you’re there. They do so by combining impeccable visuals with powerful audio innovations like Object Tracking Sound+ and Active Voice Amplifier (AVA). The former follows movement on screen to create lifelike, three-dimensional sound, while the latter analyzes scenes in real time to optimize sound for speech, music and more. Unwrap a More Immersive Gaming Experience With next-generation consoles set to be among this year’s hottest gifts, those who wish to get the most out of their gaming sessions will require TVs that are capable of supporting the most immersive experience possible. Samsung optimized its QLED 8K, inside and out, to offer gamers an edge over the competition. The TVs work seamlessly with consoles to minimize barriers to your immersion, including tearing, stuttering and lag, producing the type of smooth and crisp gameplay that takes console gaming to the next level. Make More Memories Together More than anything, the holidays are about spending quality time with friends and family, reflecting on memories, and forging new ones. Samsung QLED 8K’s built-in screen-sharing features make it easy for families to relive precious moments. Sharing home movies and music couldn’t be simpler with Tap View and Multi View. Both features allow you to instantly mirror content on your smartphone’s screen to your TV’s spacious display. Once you’ve found a video you’d like to show the group, simply tap your smartphone to your TV’s side to mirror it with Tap View, or use Multi View to create a picture-in-picture window of your smartphone’s screen that you can display alongside what’s on TV. View the full article

Samsung Electronics announced today that Google Assistant will join the suite of voice assistants currently available on 2020 Samsung Smart TVs, providing viewers with enhanced control and discovery abilities. Available alongside Amazon Alexa and Bixby, Google Assistant is now fully integrated into Samsung Smart TVs and requires no additional downloads, hardware, or installation, and is interchangeable, based on the household’s preference. The suite of leading voice assistants is now available on all 2020 4K and 8K QLED TVs, Crystal UHD TVs, The Frame, The Serif, The Sero and The Terrace, and is compatible with viewers’ existing voice assistant ecosystems. Make Control and Discovery Effortless Thanks to a wider range of voice assistant options, Samsung Smart TV users now have faster access to their favorite entertainment, real-time answers on screen, and the ability to seamlessly control their smart home devices with a voice assistant of their choosing. By activating voice commands, users can easily browse channels, adjust the volume, control playback, open apps and much more. “The use of voice assistants on our Smart TVs has grown exponentially since Bixby’s launch in 2018,” said Seline Han, Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “With Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa now supported, we are inviting our consumers to ask even more of their Smart TVs.” Entertainment lovers can now use their preferred voice assistant to discover new content instantly with an effortless search by genre, director or actor. In addition to finding new TV programs and films to watch, viewers can ask Alexa, Bixby or Google Assistant to provide the weather forecast, find out the latest game scores or play their favorite tunes. With Google Assistant, viewers will also have access to the Google services they know and love to help streamline their days, including Google Search, Photos, Maps, Calendar and more. “By bringing Google Assistant to Samsung Smart TVs, we want to connect your living room with the rest of the smart home and help you better manage your day, across your favorite Google services,” said Jack Krawczyk Director, Product Management for Google Assistant. “With our collaboration with Samsung, we are able to offer help from Google assistant to more people around the world right from the big screen.” Users can add another hub to any room in the house with Samsung Smart TVs which can now be used to control the lights, set the thermostat, set an alarm or perform any other tasks under the command of a household’s existing voice assistant. “Amazon Alexa on Samsung Smart TVs is designed to delight customers with an enhanced entertainment experience. Beyond navigating video and music content with ease, customers can also connect their Alexa built-in TVs with over 100,000 smart home devices, to make everyday tasks more convenient,” said Aaron Rubenson, Vice President of Alexa Voice Service and Alexa Skills. “Our collaboration with Samsung continues to bring customers the convenience of voice control on Smart TVs while giving customers access to their voice service of choice.” Samsung Smart TVs Speak Your Language Since the integration of Amazon Alexa across Samsung’s Smart TVs earlier this year, voice assistant support has been made available to Samsung Smart TV users in 14 countries globally. Google Assistant is now available in the UK, France, Germany, Italy and will be rolling out to 12 countries by the end of this year.1 For more information, please visit www.samsung.com. 1 Available in the UK, France, Germany, Italy by late October and in Spain, Brazil, India and South Korea by late November. View the full article

This is the final blog in a series to introduce the sample application Workout, a Tizen example for monitoring health sensors on a wearable device. The first blog, Workout -- A Tizen Sample App for Monitoring Health Sensors, presented the basic features of the application. The second blog, Adding Distance Traveled to the Tizen Workout Sample App, described how distance traveled is calculated. The third blog, Adding Heart Rate Summary to the Tizen Workout App, demonstrated how heart rate data is gathered. This blog describes how the application uses the Tizen.Wearable.CircularUI extension of the Xamarin.Forms framework. This extension provides a set of components customized for the wearable profile that makes development easier and efficient. It provides, among others, a CircleListView component, which is used on the summary view of the application. The list contains elements that differ from each other in terms of appearance. Apart from the different contents of the text, they allow you to: Use different icon images Set different positions of text elements on selected elements Use converters for selected list items Display the action button on selected elements of the list Time Distance Pace Intensity ItemSource The information about how the individual elements of the list should look like is provided by ItemSource, which is represented by the list of elements of the DetailsItemData class. Views/Workout/DetailsPageView.xaml <cui:CircleListView.ItemsSource> <x:Array Type="{x:Type models:DetailsItemData}"> <models:DetailsItemData Name="time" Value="{Binding ElapsedTime}" Icon="images/details_time_icon.png"> <models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="193" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="245" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> </models:DetailsItemData> <models:DetailsItemData Name="distance" Value="{Binding Distance}" Icon="images/details_distance_icon.png"> <models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="193" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="245" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> </models:DetailsItemData> <models:DetailsItemData Name="average pace" Value="{Binding AveragePace}" Icon="images/details_average_pace_icon.png"> <models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="193" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="245" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> </models:DetailsItemData> <models:DetailsItemData Name="intensity" Value="{Binding Intensity, Converter={StaticResource BpmRangeValueConverter}}" Icon="images/details_intensity_icon.png" IsActionButtonVisible="True"> <models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="172" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.ValueBounds> <models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> <Rectangle X=".5" Y="224" Width="-1" Height="-1" /> </models:DetailsItemData.NameBounds> </models:DetailsItemData> </x:Array> </cui:CircleListView.ItemsSource> Models/Workout/DetailsItemData.cs using Xamarin.Forms; namespace Workout.Models.Workout { /// <summary> /// Details item data class. /// Used as one element of the details page list. /// </summary> public class DetailsItemData : BindableObject { #region properties public static readonly BindableProperty ValueProperty = BindableProperty.Create("Value", typeof(string), typeof(DetailsItemData), default(string)); /// <summary> /// Workout detail name. /// </summary> public string Name { get; set; } /// <summary> /// Workout detail value. /// </summary> public string Value { get => (string)GetValue(ValueProperty); set => SetValue(ValueProperty, value); } /// <summary> /// Workout detail icon. /// </summary> public string Icon { get; set; } /// <summary> /// Item layout value bounds. /// </summary> public Rectangle ValueBounds { get; set; } /// <summary> /// Item layout name bounds. /// </summary> public Rectangle NameBounds { get; set; } /// <summary> /// Workout detail action button visibility flag. /// </summary> public bool IsActionButtonVisible { get; set; } #endregion } } ItemTemplate The values provided by ItemSource are used in ItemTemplate. Views/Workout/DetailsPageView.xaml <cui:CircleListView.ItemTemplate> <DataTemplate> <ViewCell> <AbsoluteLayout HeightRequest="360" HorizontalOptions="FillAndExpand" VerticalOptions="FillAndExpand"> <Image AbsoluteLayout.LayoutFlags="XProportional" AbsoluteLayout.LayoutBounds=".5, 74, AutoSize, AutoSize"> <Image.Source> <FileImageSource File="{Binding Icon}" /> </Image.Source> </Image> <Label Text="{Binding Value}" FontSize="{StaticResource FontSizeM}" TextColor="#FFF" AbsoluteLayout.LayoutFlags="XProportional" AbsoluteLayout.LayoutBounds="{Binding ValueBounds}"> </Label> <Label Text="{Binding Name}" FontSize="{StaticResource FontSizeXXS}" FontAttributes="Bold" TextColor="#AAFFCC" AbsoluteLayout.LayoutFlags="XProportional" AbsoluteLayout.LayoutBounds="{Binding NameBounds}"> </Label> <Button AbsoluteLayout.LayoutFlags="All" AbsoluteLayout.LayoutBounds="0, 1, 1, .25" Text="OK" TextColor="#1B1B7D" BackgroundColor="#AAFFCC" Command="{Binding BindingContext.FinishCommand, Source={x:Reference listView}}" IsVisible="{Binding IsActionButtonVisible}" tizen:VisualElement.Style="bottom" /> </AbsoluteLayout> </ViewCell> </DataTemplate> </cui:CircleListView.ItemTemplate> The values modify the content in each ViewCell element accordingly, so that: The Name and Value properties set the values of the Text property of the selected Label elements The NameBounds and ValueBounds properties set the LayoutBounds property of absolutely positioned Label elements The Icon property sets the Source property of the Image elements responsible for displaying the item icon The IsActionButtonVisible property sets the IsVisible property of Button elements, making them visible when the given value is True Read More To learn more about the implementation of CircleListView in the Workout application, please see this tutorial. Thank you for reading the tutorials about the Workout app. For more information about this app and developing for the Tizen platform, please visit developer.tizen.org. View the full blog at its source

When it comes to decorating our homes, we like to surround ourselves with items that reflect our unique tastes and personalities. This applies not just to things like furniture, artwork and knickknacks, but devices as well, including TVs. Samsung’s introduction of the ‘lifestyle TV’ has revealed new and dynamic ways to enhance our homes to suit our style. With the holidays coming up, now’s the perfect time to explore what the company’s versatile lineup has to offer. Read on for a handy gift guide covering the ins and outs of Samsung’s lifestyle TVs, as well as the best holiday gifts to pair with each one. With its elegant bezels and modern look, The Frame is a lifestyle TV for those who truly love art. The TV’s built-in Art Mode transforms your living space into your own personal art gallery, allowing you to decorate your home with approximately 1,400 artworks from world-renowned artists and galleries. To add an extra touch of realism, the TV includes a function that mimics the texture of canvas, making its digital reproductions look as detailed as the real thing. Its bezel is detachable and magnetic, and can be easily swapped with bezels of different colors to suit your taste, décor or artwork. Those who like The Frame may also like: 1) A Hand Drip Coffee Set: When enjoying art, a fresh cup of coffee – especially a rich and aromatic hand-drip – can help you destress and really focus on what you’re viewing. 2) Coloring Books and Colored Pencils: We’ve all got a creative side. Why not take some inspiration from The Frame and create your very own works of art? 3) Scented Candles: Not only are pleasant scents relaxing, they can also add an elegant, gallery-like atmosphere to your home. 4) Flowers and Vases: Placing just a few tasteful vases around the house can do wonders for your interior. Cotton flowers are great for adding a wintry touch to your home gallery. Co-created with French furniture designers Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, The Serif gained acclaim as a furniture-like TV with its distinctive I-shaped design. The Serif is perfect for those who appreciate interior design. The TV’s striking form is complemented by a likewise eye-catching floor stand1 that makes the device feel like an objet d’art. For eco-friendly consumers, The Serif comes with ‘eco-packaging’ – a new kind of product packaging that facilitates the upcycling of the boxes, to easily make a small table, shelves or a cat house. Those who like The Serif may also like: 1) Rugs: An elegant rug nicely complements a standing TV. If you plan on placing The Serif in your living room, we recommend a rug made with high-density fibers. If you want to use the TV in your bedroom, we recommend creating a soft atmosphere by choosing a rug that features colors or patterns that complement your bedding. 2) DIY objet and Ornaments: The top of The Serif can be used as a shelf to hold souvenirs and other items that express your individuality. 3) Mini Flowerpots: The Serif’s eco-friendly packaging introduces the concept of upcycling to TV packaging design. After using the packaging to create small items of furniture, you can decorate your furniture, or The Serif itself, with miniature flowerpots. The Sero – the TV that rewrote the rule that said TVs should only be used horizontally – is ideal for digital natives who enjoy watching content on their mobile device. The Sero’s rotating design and seamless screen-mirroring function allow you to immerse yourself in your favorite content, whether it’s in portrait or landscape. The TV also features a powerful, 4.1-channel, 60-watt (W) audio system that transforms your living room into a party zone with rich, full sound. Those who like The Sero may also like: 1) Board Games: Like The Sero, board games are all about having fun at home. They’re especially fun to play during the holidays, as they amplify the season’s festive atmosphere. 2) Meal Kits: What would a party be without good food? If you’re all thumbs when it comes to cooking, simple and delicious meal kits are a great lifehack. 3) Workout Gear: The Sero’s mounted wheels make it easy to move around the house, allowing you to transform any room into a home gym. Those who like watching movies on a big screen with powerful sound will love The Premiere – Samsung’s new, ultra-short throw laser projector, which can be placed against a wall and supports screen sizes of up to 130 inches. The Premiere is exceptionally easy to install, and supports vivid 4K picture resolution. The projector’s triple laser technology delivers revolutionary contrast details, while its 4.2-channel, 40-watt (W) speaker and woofer setup and Acoustic Beam surround sound envelop viewers in rich, room-filling audio. Such immersive audio and image performance make watching movies at home a cinematic experience. Those who like The Premiere may also like: 1) A Popcorn Maker: Popcorn is the perfect snack for watching movies. Having the option to pop your own takes the entire experience to the next level. 2) A Cushion or Neck Pillow: You’ll want to be comfortable when you settle in to watch your favorite films. We recommend a comfy cushion that supports good posture, along with a pillow that can help keep your neck from feeling stiff when lounging during movie marathons. 3) A Wearable Blanket: Blanket technology has really come a long way! ‘Wearable blankets’ are just as cozy as normal ones, and even include pockets for holding things like remote controls while you watch a movie. 4) An Eye Mask: This is a must-have item for those of us who like to binge-watch shows until late at night. After you head to bed, a comfy eye mask like this will block out sunlight so you can sleep late into the morning (or the afternoon)! 1 Sold separately View the full article

This is the third blog in a series to introduce the sample application Workout, a Tizen example for monitoring health sensors on a wearable device. The first blog, Workout -- A Tizen Sample App for Monitoring Health Sensors, presented the basic features of the application. The second blog, Adding Distance Traveled to the Tizen Workout Sample App, described how distance traveled is calculated. In this blog, I will demonstrate another key feature of the app, Heart Rate Measurement (HRM), which shows the most recent heart rate intensity. Implementation To start collecting data from the HRM sensor, first start Tizen.Sensor.HeartRateMonitor from TizenFX API. HeartRateMonitorService.cs public void Init() { try { _hrm = new HRM { Interval = 1000, PausePolicy = SensorPausePolicy.None }; _hrm.DataUpdated += OnDataUpdated; } catch (Exception) { NotSupported?.Invoke(this, EventArgs.Empty); } } Initiating HRM in this way invokes DataUpdated every one second and the sensor is not stopped even when the application is sent to the background. The data from the event is handled by the OnDataUpdated handler, which invokes the event with the single bpm value. This event is listened to by the OnServiceDataUpdated handler in the HeartRateMonitorModel, where all information related to heart rate is calculated: HeartRateMonitorModel.cs private void OnServiceDataUpdated(object sender, int bpm) { double normalizedBpm = Math.Clamp((bpm - _minBpm) / (double)(_maxBpm - _minBpm), 0, 1); int bpmRange = bpm < _minBpm ? 0 : Math.Min((int)((normalizedBpm * (_bpmRanges - 1)) + 1), _bpmRanges - 1); if (!_isMeasurementPaused) { _bpmRangeOccurrences[bpmRange]++; } Updated?.Invoke(this, new HeartRateMonitorUpdatedEventArgs(new HeartRateMonitorData { Bpm = bpm, BpmRange = bpmRange, BpmRangeOccurrences = _bpmRangeOccurrences, NormalizedBpm = normalizedBpm })); } However, let's start with the values that are used in the above method: _maxBpm - this value is calculated during the class instantiation according to the formula: 220 - user age _minBpm - this is half the value of _maxBpm _minBpm and _maxBpm is used to calculate normalizedBpm, a value ranging from 0 to 1. Next, the bpmRange to which the current HRM service value belongs is calculated: For bpm below _minBpm, bpmRange is set to 0. For bpm greater than or equal to _minBpm, bpmRange is set to either (_normalizedBpm * (_bpmRanges -1) + 1) or (_bpmRanges - 1), whichever value is smaller. This calculated pulse interval is used as a position in an array, whose value is increased by 1. To obtain the most common pulse interval, find the index with the highest value associated with it. DetailsPageViewModel.cs Intensity = Array.LastIndexOf(bpmRangeOccurrences, bpmRangeOccurrences.Max()).ToString(); To display the range indication, Intensity is delivered to XAML and converted into text using a converter. DetailsPageView.xaml.cs <models:DetailsItemData Name="intensity" Value="{Binding Intensity, Converter={StaticResource BpmRangeValueConverter}}" Icon="images/details_intensity_icon.png" IsActionButtonVisible="True"> Read more To learn more about the implementation of the HRM sensor and the use of the data in the Workout app, see this tutorial In the final blog of this series, you'll learn how CircleListView is used in the app. View the full blog at its source

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In these challenging times, in which so many of us are living our lives at a distance, the ability to connect with one another has never been more important. As we’ve learned to adapt to this new normal, we’ve transformed our homes into makeshift offices, classrooms and gyms, and adopted tools that provide us with new ways to entertain ourselves and keep in touch with others. By making it easier for us to do all those things and more, Samsung’s Smart Monitor is so much more than a display. It’s a gateway to connecting and interacting with the world around us – even without a PC. Let’s take a closer look at the features and technologies that allow Samsung’s latest monitor to make connecting more convenient. View the full article

As we find ourselves staying indoors more and more, the number of daily tasks we are looking to achieve from the comfort of our own homes is increasing, too. Accordingly, people around the world have been searching for more convenient and flexible ways to achieve their everyday activities through technology – from working and learning to wellness and entertainment. On November 16, Samsung Electronics introduced their Smart Monitor to the global market, an innovative screen that can easily transform a user’s home into an office, a gym and a cinema – all without the need for a PC. Read on for a guide to some of the ways you can get more done while staying at home with the all-new Smart Monitor. ① Get More Done Without PC by Harnessing the Smart Monitor as Your Home Office The Smart Monitor lets you turn even the smallest of domestic spaces into a home office. For seamless productivity, you can connect your other devices – such as your PC, smartphone or tablet – wirelessly to the display and instantly load up files using the Remote Access feature, which lets you control the programs and apps installed in your connected devices. The Smart Monitor also supports Microsoft Office 365,1 meaning that, when working from home, you can access documents and other Microsoft Office programs just as easily as you would if you were in your office. ② Switch Off in Style when Using the Smart Monitor for Your Home Cinema The Smart Monitor offers OTT services like Netflix and Disney Plus,2 and thanks to the advanced UI of the monitor, you can enjoy your favorite content with ease. Furthermore, the Smart Monitor has an AI-based Adaptive Picture function, which ensures the smartest and best possible picture quality for you, even in dark lighting conditions. To prevent eye fatigue, the Smart Monitor features an eye comfort display certified by TÜV Rheinland, a global leader in inspection and testing services, as well as an Eye Saver Mode which intelligently reduces blue light emissions. ③ Stay Productive When Using the Smart Monitor as a Home Learning Tool In order to transform your living space into a constructive classroom, the Smart Monitor offers a lot of flexibility when it comes to at-home learning. Say you’re interested in building your drawing skills and have completed a drawing on your smartphone – just by tapping your smartphone on the side of the Smart Monitor,3 you can share your creation on the larger screen and take a closer look at it in detail. ④ Break a Sweat by Using the Smart Monitor as Your Home Gym Equipment Instead of relying on the smaller screens of other devices to keep up with your health and wellness routines, you can be sure to make the most of every workout with the 32-inch display of the Smart Monitor. Once you’ve entered the video platform of your choice, such as YouTube, on your Monitor, you can select and control your favorite workout program using just your voice thanks to Bixby integration, or use the device’s remote control to pause, play and switch between programs. To make the most of the many ways you can use Samsung’s new Smart Monitor, all you need to do is choose a place in your home to set it up, and whether you are looking to work efficiently or just enjoy your downtime, the Smart Monitor will do the rest. 1 Microsoft Office subscription required. 2 Streaming service availability and technical specifications of the Smart Monitor remote control may vary by country. Subscriptions required. 3 The Tap View function is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 8.1 or higher and using the SmartThings app version 5.1. View the full article

This is the second blog in a series to introduce the sample application Workout, a Tizen example for monitoring health sensors on a wearable device. The previous blog, Workout -- A Tizen Sample App for Monitoring Health Sensors, introduced the sample application, Workout, for runners who own a wearable device. In this blog, I will describe how one of the key features, traveled distance, is calculated. Implementation To calculate the traveled distance, the application uses the LocationService class providing location-related GPS data. This service uses the Tizen.Location API to initialize the GPS receiver: Services/LocationService.cs /// <summary> /// Initializes LocationService class instance. /// </summary> private LocationService() { _locator = new Locator(LocationType.Hybrid) { Interval = _gpsCallbackInterval }; AttachEvents(); } The API is also used to set the change handlers: Services/LocationService.cs /// <summary> /// Sets service listeners. /// </summary> private void AttachEvents() { _locator.ServiceStateChanged += (sender, args) => ServiceStateChanged?.Invoke(this, args.ServiceState); _locator.LocationChanged += (sender, args) => LocationChanged?.Invoke(this, args.Location); _locator.SettingChanged += (sender, args) => SettingChanged?.Invoke(this, args.IsEnabled); } Every time the location changes, the LocationChanged event is invoked with the new location. This event has an attached listener in LocationModel which receives the new location object. The new location is used to calculate the distance to the previous location and stored in a _locationData object: Models/LocationModel.cs _locationData.Distance += location.GetDistanceTo(_lastLocation) / SettingsService.Instance.Distance.UnitToKmRatio; The new location data is passed to MainModel, where all workout data are gathered and processed before being sent to viewModels. The entire flow of location data and other workout data is described in detail at tizenschool.org In the next blog in this series, I will discuss how data is gathered from the heart rate monitor. View the full blog at its source

The Workout app was created to show how to implement a fully working application that supports running on wearable devices with Tizen. Workout is written in C# and uses the Xamarin.Forms and Tizen.CircularUI frameworks. Text Workout Overview This version of the application allows you to measure the following parameters while running: Running time Distance traveled Heart rate Pace Present effort In the summary of the training, the application also shows the most common range of effort. Read more In a series of blogs publishing this week, we will describe and show how key functionalities of the application are implemented, such as: Distance traveled Heart rate (intensity) Workout summary A detailed tutorial describing the application can be found on TizenSchool.org Distance Intensity You can download and test the app from the link below: https://github.com/Samsung/Tizen-CSharp-Samples/tree/master/Wearable/Workout In the next release of the application, it will collect workout data and give an insight into the history. It will also allow you to edit user profile settings such as age or the distance measurement unit. If you have an idea for functionality or have any comments about the application, let us know! View the full blog at its source

Start Date Nov 17, 2020 Location Online Samsung is proud to sponsor and speak at Wacom's Connected Ink 2020 conference. Samsung's Catarina Cho will speak on a panel discussing "New Work and the Future of Digital Eduction". You can also partake in the digital drawing experience on Android. After the conference, be sure to check out the Galaxy S Pen Remote SDK. Connected Ink is an open innovation platform which takes you on a journey of creativity, art and music combined with the latest developments of digital transformation and ink technology. It is a hybrid online- and offline event which let‘s you connect and expand your network, to explore and discover unexpected creative sparks. Join Wacom in making the world a more creative place with future technologies. Connected Ink is a 24 hour online event, freely accessible from around the globe to you or in a live experience in Tokyo. View the full blog at its source

Samsung Electronics today announced the global availability of its all-new Smart Monitor, an innovative, do-it-all screen that brings together an unprecedented suite of features for work, learning and entertainment in a single display. Designed to meet the new needs of today’s consumers, who are now working, learning and consuming entertainment at home, Samsung Smart Monitor incorporates powerful mobile and PC connectivity, remote home office and learning features as well as Smart Hub, a comprehensive entertainment hub, similar to Samsung’s built-in Smart TV platform. “Around the world, work, education and entertainment have transformed into home-centered activities,” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “With this new normal, it is no surprise that most indicators show a rise in digital activities and many are rethinking their technology use at home. Our new Smart Monitor is a direct response to that demand. Consumers no longer have to choose between a screen for one or the other as this display brings it all together.” The new Samsung Smart Monitor provides numerous connectivity options for both PCs and smartphones. Users can connect their personal mobile devices with just a simple tap using Tap View,1 App Casting or Apple AirPlay 2. For a complete desktop experience using a mobile device, users can also connect to the monitor with Samsung DeX. For home office and learning, the display operates Microsoft Office 365 applications2 without a PC connection thanks to embedded Wi-Fi, allowing users to view, edit and save documents in the cloud directly from the monitor. Remote Access also allows users wirelessly and remotely access files from a PC or view content from a laptop whether it is situated elsewhere in the house or at the office. The USB Type-C port3 allows for data, display and power — up to 65W — with just a single connection, keeping the area around the monitor clean and beautiful. Multiple USB ports and Bluetooth 4.2 allow for additional connection versatility while the display has built-in two channel speaker. When work is done, the display also operates as a complete entertainment hub with the ability to stream content with Samsung’s Smart Hub. The monitor’s app store allows users to stream their favorite content including Netflix, HBO and YouTube4 even without a connection to a PC or mobile device. Content can easily be accessed with the supplied remote control, which includes streaming service hot keys. The display can also be controlled by voice thanks to Bixby integration. The Smart Monitor also features technology designed to make viewing more comfortable. Adaptive Picture 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 monitor also features a special eye-saver mode to reduce blue light. The monitor is available in two models at launch. The M7 supports Ultra-High Definition (UHD) resolution in 32-inch while the M5 supports Full HD (FHD) resolution in 32-inch and 27-inch options. The Samsung Smart Monitor will be available from November 16 in United States, Canada and China, and Samsung plans to expand launching markets starting the end of November. For more information, please visit https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/monitor/detail/1762/32M70A. Model M7 Display Screen Size (Inch) 32” Flat / Curved Flat Aspect Ratio 16:9 Viewing Angle 178°(Horizontal)/178°(Vertical) Brightness (Typical) 250cd/m2(Typ), Resolution 3,840 x 2,160 (UHD) HDR HDR10 Interface HDMI 2.0 2EA USB-C 1 EA (65W Charging) Wi-Fi 5 Yes Bluetooth 4.2 Yes Speaker 5W x 2EA USB 2.0 3EA Smart Feature / Service OS Tizen 5.5 Voice Assistant(Bixby 2.0) Yes VOD(Netflix, YouTube, etc)5 Yes Mobile Casting/Mirroring Yes Remote Access Yes Model M5 Display Screen Size (Inch) 27”, 32” Flat / Curved Flat Aspect Ratio 16:9 Viewing Angle 178°(Horizontal)/178°(Vertical) Brightness (Typical) 250cd/m2(Typ), Resolution 1,920 x 1,080 (FHD) HDR HDR10 Interface HDMI 2.0 2EA USB-C N/A Wi-Fi 5 Yes Bluetooth 4.2 Yes Speaker 5W x 2EA USB 2.0 2EA Smart Feature / Service OS Tizen 5.5 Voice Assistant(Bixby 2.0) Yes VOD(Netflix, YouTube, etc)6 Yes Mobile Casting/Mirroring Yes Remote Access Yes 1 Tap view is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 8.1 or higher, and version 5.1 in the SmartThings app. 2 Subscription required. 3 Available on M7 model 4 Streaming service availability and the remote control’s technical specifications may vary by country. Subscription required. 5 Streaming service availability may vary by country. 6 Streaming service availability may vary by country. View the full article

Samsung Electronics in collaboration with photography agency Magnum Photos, announced the release of 20 new photographs on The Frame, available exclusively through Samsung Art Store. The campaign, which will run globally from November 14 to December 14, 2020, will allow users to embark on a virtual journey on The Frame with enchanting photographs of global travel destinations provided by Magnum. Users can enjoy these photographs on The Frame at no charge for one month. After December 14, the photographs will be available both under a single purchase and monthly subscription. The photographs in the new Magnum collection were taken by world renowned artists and photographers that include Elliott Erwitt, Burt Glinn, Stuart Franklin, Thomas Hoepker and Bruno Barbey and feature specially curated pieces that capture iconic destinations and memorable eras from across the world. “We know that people today across the world are traveling less and spending more time at home,” said Jongsuk Chu, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “By offering these breathtaking photographs from iconic locations across the world and pairing them with The Frame’s vivid QLED picture quality, we hope to give consumers a premium virtual travel experience in the comfort of their home.” With new pictures from Magnum Photos joining the collection, The Frame now boasts a catalogue with over 1,400 works of art that consumers can enjoy in 4K picture quality from museums and galleries around the world, including the Prado Museum in Madrid, the Albertina Museum in Vienna, the Tate Modern in London, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, the Hermitage State Museum in Saint Petersburg and LUMAS. These partnerships allowed users to experience The Frame not just as a television, but also as a discovery hub to explore the world’s most beautiful art pieces. With a new purchase of The Frame, users can now enjoy a three-month free trial of the Art Store via the ‘Promotion’ app. The new collection will be supported on 2018 models and onward. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com. View the full article

Start Date Nov 13, 2020 Location Online A progressive web app is a way to bring a native app experience into the browser, therefore the idea is to have a progressive enhancement of your app, but during our development process we have to keep in mind a few factors in order to make it. During this talk, we are going to discuss possible architectures of a PWA, how we can make sure to apply the right offline strategy (including cache) and which are the tools that can help us to deliver web apps that are fast and progressive (for real!). Speaker Laura Morinigo - Developer Advocate at Samsung About the Speaker Laura is a software developer, advocate, and mentor. She has been involved in the tech industry for over 10 years, working as a full-stack developer and getting involved with education projects teaching coding in cities like New York and Buenos Aires. She has been recognized as a Google Developer Expert and a Woman Techmakers Ambassador, as a mentor she helped startups participating in accelerator programs like Google Launchpad and the World Food Programme by the United Nations. Currently, she is a web developer advocate for Samsung Internet at Samsung Research Institute UK where the team contributes to open source projects, build demos and participate in conferences getting the word out about advanced web features helping web developers to create great and more inclusive web apps. Location Remote on Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/polyglotdev Host: Tracy, (CA) Devs Basic Information Due to COVID-19 and everyone’s personal safety, we’re making this event an online stream through Twitch. You don’t need an account to watch the stream, but you’ll need one to participate in the chat. Creating an account doesn’t cost anything and it will add warmth to the event. View the full blog at its source

Start Date Nov 13, 2020 Location Online Since 2007, the Georgia Game Developers Association has produced the largest video game industry trade show in the southeastern United States. This event is known as the Southern Interactive Entertainment and Games Expo, or SIEGE. As the South’s leading gaming and interactive conference, SIEGE brings together professionals, academics, executives, government officials, and more from across the region to celebrate the world of gaming. Our own Diego Rivera will be speaking at 7pm ET on Friday, November 13th. The session will be streamed on YouTube. View the full blog at its source

Our homes are the spaces that best represent our personal preferences, needs and tastes, much of which presents itself in the way in which we arrange the objects in our living spaces. Understanding that such organization techniques and choices are crucial to users when looking for pieces to add to their homes, the designers at Samsung Electronics have been pursuing a design direction that prioritizes how an object will blend into customer’s homes as well as their everyday lives. Samsung’s The Serif, released in 2016, was the beginning of the solidification of this design direction as the company began to introduce lifestyle television products. Similarly, The Frame’s picture frame-like design allows the TV to serve as an artistic object when switched off, and The Serif blends in naturally to a space’s aesthetic due to its furniture-like design. Samsung’s latest product, lifestyle projector The Premiere, follows this design trajectory, too. When designing The Premiere, Samsung’s designers deliberated constantly over not just the purpose of the product, but also the user experience it could offer. Accordingly, The Premiere was designed in consideration of the entirety of a user’s daily life as opposed to just those moments of downtime enjoying content, resulting in a design that truly gives back to the space it is placed in. A Seamless Match With Any Environment “The Premiere can be used in living rooms or bedrooms just like a normal TV, following a change in usage habits that has become the focal point of all our latest designs,” noted Sungil Bang, designer at the Product Design Group of Samsung’s Visual Display Business. Rather than being a product that is used just occasionally, the designers of The Premiere visualized an ultra-short throw projector product that is used frequently while being stored in a way similar to how users position their television sets. The Premiere’s main purpose is to provide users with cinematic experiences at home, but the designers looked beyond this simple role to explore how the product’s design could complement the space in which it is placed. “The Premiere is a premium home appliance equipped with advanced technology,” noted designer Jigwang Kim. “However, despite its special functional offering, a projector can become less appealing when its design ruins the aesthetic of a home. We worked to create a design mockup and then verified its appearance within a space in order to confirm our conviction that we were creating a product that can truly become one with its environment.” As a result of this process, The Premiere’s material, appearance, color and size were all designed with the user environment in mind. A Projector With a Natural Touch Rather than appearing as just another rigid electronic device, The Premiere is finished with fabric materials that help the product merge naturally into any space. Kvadrat textiles are known for the premium colors, textures and finishing they offer interior design products, and was therefore a natural choice to complement The Premiere’s design aesthetic. However, the process of including it in the product was not initially simple: due to the tight weave structure of Kvadrat fabrics, there were concerns the sound quality would be affected when the speakers were covered. Therefore, after much effort and trialing, a new fabric was developed with an increased aperture ratio built into its woven structure that would provide a high-quality aesthetic while also maintaining sound quality. Refined Lines and Minimal Space It takes a trained eye to achieve harmony within one’s home, given the range of objects and appliances each person has and the level of personalization they might wish to achieve. The Premiere features a smooth, refined design that is free of any superfluous accents and instead boasts a minimal and rounded shape with a slim silhouette. Its appearance allows it to harmonize well with any and every object, be it placed on a table or a book cabinet. In order to achieve this appearance, the biggest hurdle faced by the designers was reducing the overall size of the product. The more advanced the technologies there are in a product, the bigger a product tends to become, but The Premiere’s designers were set on crafting a softly-shaped object as opposed to having a larger or rectangular-shaped design. It was by finely adjusting the position of the product’s circuit, lens, speaker and fan that this design was achieved, and not without constant correction of various curves and discussions with related teams. Furthermore, The Premiere’s softer color tone was chosen over more striking shades so that the projector gives a warm and elegant impression to users. Designing a Product for Every Aspect of Daily Life “We made sure that the natural aspects of the design complemented the actual user experience of The Premiere,” stressed designer Junpyo Kim. In order to match the exterior design with the simple, easy-to-use nature of the product, the designers considered the everyday use habits for a product like The Premiere, noting that, for the most ideal viewing experience possible, such tasks as closing the curtains, installing additional equipment or purchasing separate speakers should be made obsolete. “We wanted to make sure the product could be used effortlessly by users, so our aim was to remove the need for them to adjust their environment according to the product,” highlighted designer Byungwook Kang. “This intent, which we included at every stage of the design process, accompanies the integration of new technologies in The Premiere that facilitate new viewing experiences and habits.” Such new technologies include The Premiere’s rich, three-dimensional sound that requires no extra speakers, clear image brightness and accurate, vivid image coloration, as well as the ultra-short throw technology that overcomes the limitations of where a projector needs to be placed to ameliorate the daily lives of users. Keeping It Close and Easy The position of a domestic product in the home will usually depend on its function. With a product like a lifestyle projector, this positioning can get quite complicated, as users have to consider installation requirements and habitual movement paths. The Premiere comes with none of these worries, as it can be placed freely wherever a user desires with no excessive installation required. The Premiere shoots its laser beams upwards rather than to the front thanks to its ultra-short throw technology, ensuring a large screen for viewers even when it is close to the wall and opening up the options for users to place and enjoy the lifestyle projector wherever they would like. Vivid Color in Any Light Clear picture quality is a necessity for the proper enjoyment of large screens (up to 130 inches), wherever a viewer may be sitting. Further to this, for maximum impact, the colors of content should be as vivid and as bright as a movie screen whatever the time of day the content is being enjoyed at. This is why The Premiere features a triple laser and HDR10+ technology for maximum color expression, and thanks to its contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1, every little detail is emphasized. Finally, its maximum brightness of 2,800 ANSI-Lumens means that external lighting is not a barrier for viewing enjoyment. If the value of The Premiere’s technologies is in how they enable users to enjoy crisp picture quality in any environment, the value of its design is in how it enables the product to provide this user enjoyment in any space. Ample Sound, All by Itself Sound is one of the elements that truly define a remarkable home cinema experience. Since the performance of speakers mounted on projectors is usually not enough to provide an immersive cinematic experience, users normally have to install extra speakers in order to achieve the desired quality of sound. However, The Premiere introduces a whole new world of on-device sound quality. The Premiere’s all-in-one speaker is equipped with a woofer and an acoustic beam with a powerful output that emits sound through 44 audio holes on both the left and right hand sides of the device to create a truly three-dimensional sound experience. The product’s acoustic beam technology is structured similarly to wind instruments, with holes punctured through long tubes to achieve an immersive sound quality. While these tubes require a certain amount of space within the product, the designers went to extra lengths to ensure this wouldn’t affect its overall size by creating precise internal designs that allowed for the surround sound technology within a small exterior form. The Premiere was designed to be a product that complements its environment seamlessly as opposed to standing out. This aesthetic decision was one made unanimously by the Samsung team in order to craft a product that understood its users and could suit actual situations, preferences and environments. Thanks to this approach, The Premiere features a design that blends naturally into everyday life and can fit comfortably into any environment. * The images featured are simulated and for illustration purpose only. The actual product may differ from the images shown below. * This product does not require the installation of an additional screen and can project onto flat monotone surfaces that are in white or bright colors. For an optimal projection environment, users are recommended to use a customized screen made for an ultra-short throw projector. View the full article

Start Date Nov 12, 2020 Location Online This year, the Samsung Spain team will host a virtual Developer Day. Save the date for November 12 for this free, online event. Tune in for talks on the latest innovations and cutting-end technology. The event will also include the Top Developer Awards for 2020 across mobile and Smart TV. Register now before space fills up. View the full blog at its source

The 2020 Best of Galaxy Store Awards are just around the corner. For the first two years, these awards were announced during the annual Samsung Developer Conference. However, the awards show has moved online for 2020 which means more people can tune in to see who this year's winners are. The Best of Galaxy Store awards recognizes the top games, apps, themes, watch faces, and new this year, Bixby capsules. Last month, in the season one finale of the Samsung Developers podcast we talked about the history of the awards, past highlights of previous awards, exciting new changes to Galaxy Store, and our upcoming 2020 Best of Galaxy Store Awards show. Be sure to tune in and listen. Curious what makes our past winners stand out? We have interviewed a number of past winners on our blog. Read what inspires them and what their tips are for finding success on Galaxy Store. Get a sneak peak of this year's awards and save the date for Wednesday, Decemeber 9 at 5pm PST. The awards show will premiere on our YouTube channel so be sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell. View the full blog at its source

It's the time of year when we normally hold our annual Samsung Developer Conference. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we are not hosting the conference this year. While we miss seeing many of you in person, there's a lot of content that was shared at previous SDC events that is still relevant to developers today. We want to share a few of those highlights with you. Last week we shared top moments. Today we feature notable break-out sessions. Mobile - New Form Factors and Experiences Is Your App Ready for Foldable Phones? Samsung DeX and the New Desktop Experience Windows Virtual Desktop on DeX Games - Time to Level Up Maximize Your Revenue with Samsung In-App Purchase A Deep Look Inside Games: GameSDK and Unity Adaptive Performance Samsung Internet Progressive Web Apps and the Evolution of the Web Monetization Opportunities on Samsung Internet SmartThings - IoT Solutions Create IoT Automation Using SmartThings New Rules API Designing the Taxonomy of Capabilities in SmartThings Bixby - Voice Assistants Bixby 101: Getting Started Game Changing Voice Assistant: Industry Perspectives Bixby Developer Studio Tour Blockchain Introduction to Samsung Blockchain Platform SDK Knox - Enterprise Solutions Knox Partner Program and Knox Dev Tools Developing Secure Solutions with Samsung Knox Samsung Knox: The Foundation of the Connected Enterprise Tizen What's New in Tizen? 5.5 Platform Update and Developer Environment Galaxy Watch - Opportunities for Designers Laugh & Learn: Galaxy Watch Face Design From Concept to Completion Smart TV How to Integrate Your Content Through TV Plus Samsung Checkout Got a Favorite? What was your favorite session from a past Samsung Developer Conference? Which content has helped you the most? Head on over to the forums and let us know. View the full blog at its source

Samsung Electronics announced a new partnership with Etsy, the global marketplace for unique and creative goods, bringing 25 new works of nature-inspired art to The Frame, available exclusively on Samsung’s Art Store. Available worldwide beginning October 28, the collection of imaginative and family-friendly art features five popular Etsy artists: Jorey Hurley, Elly Mackay, Melanie Mikecz, David Scheirer and Mirlande Jean-Gilles, who work in a variety of mediums from collage to watercolor. The 25 selected works from the artists feature a mix of vivid illustrations, colorful collages, and whimsical imagery and graphics that come alive on The Frame’s QLED screen, awakening imagination in any room of the house. Designed to be a TV when it’s on and art when it’s off, The Frame is an innovative digital canvas that reflects an individual’s personal style. With over 1,400 works of art available within its extensive Art Store catalogue, the new partnership with Etsy arrives at a time when consumers are reimagining the uses of their homes, and how spaces can be inspiring and restorative for the whole family. “Since launching The Frame in 2017, Samsung has curated a diverse catalogue of art from across the world. However, this new collection developed in partnership with Etsy is something new for us and extremely special,” said Salek Brodsky, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development for Samsung Electronics. “The Frame’s extensive Art Store catalogue has always been about democratizing art and giving consumers the ability to discover pieces that move and inspire them. We are excited to give five of Etsy’s artists a global audience.” “These talented artists and creators really showcase the creative spirit of our community and we are excited to be sharing their talents with the world in this way,” said Kelly Clausen, Senior Director, Communications and Strategic Partnerships at Etsy. “Our partnership with Samsung will provide an entirely new avenue for these artists to bring their creative inspiration directly into homes for people around the world.” The Frame’s Art Store catalogue features art from museums and galleries worldwide in luminous 4K picture quality. Samsung’s unique partnerships have transformed the user experience with The Frame from a traditional TV into a discovery hub for the most iconic art pieces and collections. For more information on The Frame, please visit www.samsung.com. About Etsy Etsy, Inc. operates two-sided online marketplaces that connect millions of passionate and creative buyers and sellers around the world. Our primary marketplace, Etsy.com, is the global destination for unique and creative goods. Buyers come to Etsy to be inspired and delighted by items that are crafted and curated by creative entrepreneurs. For sellers, we offer a range of tools and services that address key business needs. In addition, Etsy, Inc. owns Reverb, a leading global online marketplace dedicated to buying and selling new, used, and vintage musical instruments. Etsy’s mission is to keep commerce human, and we’re committed to using the power of business to strengthen communities and empower people. Our company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. View the full article

It's the time of year when we normally hold our annual Samsung Developer Conference. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we are not hosting the conference this year. However, there's a lot that was shared at previous SDC events that is still relevant to developers today. We wanted to share a few of those highlights with you. Today we feature top moments from the main stage keynotes as well as other special events. Big Names and Big Moments Announcing Galaxy Fold Vitalik Buterin / Ethereum Tim Sweeney / Epic and John Hanke / Niantic The (late) Stan Lee Taher Behbehani Announces App Stack Awards Check out the winners of the first two Best of Galaxy Store Awards and be sure to tune in for this year's ceremony on December 9th. 2019 Best of Galaxy Store 2018 Best of Galaxy Store Last year, Samsung's mobile division held a competition for new wallpapers and accessories. Check out the finalists and two champions. 2019 Samsung Mobile Design Competition: Showcase Ahead of the opening of the Bixby Marketplace, there was a compeition for early developers to build the best Bixby capsule. The overall winner was Roger Kibbe, who is now a Bixby Developer Evangelist. 2018 Bixby Developer Showcase: The Finale Got a Favorite? What was your favorite moment from a past Samsung Developer Conference? Head on over to the forums and let us know. View the full blog at its source

It's the time of year when we normally hold our annual Samsung Developer Conference. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we are not hosting the conference this year. However, there's a lot that was shared at previous SDC events that is still relevant to developers today. We wanted to share a few of those highlights with you. Today we feature top moments from the main stage keynotes as well as other special events. Big Names and Big Moments Announcing Galaxy Fold Vitalik Buterin / Ethereum Tim Sweeney / Epic and John Hanke / Niantic The (late) Stan Lee Taher Behbehani Announces App Stack Awards Check out the winners of the first two Best of Galaxy Store Awards and be sure to tune in for this year's ceremony on December 9th. 2019 Best of Galaxy Store 2018 Best of Galaxy Store Last year, Samsung's mobile division held a competition for new wallpapers and accessories. Check out the finalists and two champions. 2019 Samsung Mobile Design Competition: Showcase Ahead of the opening of the Bixby Marketplace, there was a compeition for early developers to build the best Bixby capsule. The overall winner was Roger Kibbe, who is now a Bixby Developer Evangelist. 2018 Bixby Developer Showcase: The Finale Got a Favorite? What was your favorite moment from a past Samsung Developer Conference? Head on over to the forums and let us know. View the full blog at its source

For the past 2 years, I have attended Adobe MAX in Los Angeles, the world’s largest creativity conference. As a graphic designer, attending Adobe MAX in person has been a career highlight. Hanging out and having long conversations with the likes of famed graphic designer Aaron Draplin, world-renowned artist Mr. Doodle, and Hollywood blockbuster visual artist Andrew Kramer are experiences I will never forget. Attending diverse sessions on the latest Adobe software tools, learning social media and marketing tips from the pros, and getting my hands dirty with the many workshops, taught me more in three days than I would have ever imagined. More importantly, it was the connections I made, all of the amazing people that would come by the Samsung booth. Those interactions were my opportunity to share my knowledge and grow my network. Pandemic 2020 When I first learned that due to the pandemic Adobe would turn MAX into a virtual conference, I was apprehensive. How would they capture the magic that is Adobe MAX? Easy. Get the top names in the entertainment and creativity worlds, produce over 350 virtual sessions, labs and workshops, and don’t charge anyone! The world’s largest creativity conference was going to be free and available to all around the world. For three days in October, I watched, learned and listen, taking in as much insight and intelligence as I could. The best part? You can too! Adobe MAX is still free and available on-demand anytime, anywhere, for anyone. Head on over to www.adobe.com/max and immerse yourself in the world’s largest creativity conference. Designer Highlights from Adobe MAX 2020 As a designer, there were so many sessions to choose from; software, marketing, social media, and more. Below is my list of key sessions not to be missed: What I’ve Learned Since March 15: Changes, Lessons, and Enlightenments Aaron Draplin Session: OD6300 Aaron Draplin is not only an inspirational designer, he is an inspirational speaker. I would highly suggest that you start your Adobe Max experience listening to how life changed for Aaron due to the pandemic, the adjustments he made, and the lessons he learned. Session Description: Everything changed for all of us on March 15. Here’s one humble account from Draplin Design Co.’s Aaron Draplin about how he tried to keep up with the times, and what he learned from his 5,000-square-foot universe. Projects from the work front, but also, simply around the house. Most importantly, Aaron will relate how he connected to the world through his actions, contributions, and willingness to help, all from his locked-down, backyard world. Some stuff went big. Some stuff fell flat. He’ll talk about the ups and downs of the last “surreal” six months and how he says it changed him in exciting ways. What's New in Photoshop? Features, Time-Saving Tools, and More Stephen Nielson Session: S6120 Photoshop is such an important software tool for all designers and it is hard to stay up-to-date with the latest features. All too often I update the software, but then don’t take the time to figure out what is new. I enjoyed this session, not only for insight into new tools for making patterns and shapes, but also applying presets to help with productivity. Session Description: Join Director of Photoshop Product Management Stephen Nielson to hear an overview of all the new Photoshop features and how they can help you do even more with this amazing app. He’ll explore new features and performance enhancements that make Photoshop even more powerful, while also highlighting easier ways to accomplish common tasks. Whether you use Photoshop all the time or once in a while, you’ll leave with new ideas to spark your creativity as well as to put to use immediately. You’ll be inspired as Stephen shares the latest and greatest in Photoshop: Brand new features and ones you may have missed Timesaving tools Ideas for improving your Photoshop productivity A Type Safari Through East London Sarah Hyndman Session: S6117 I often tell people that the class I learned the most from in college was typography. What are typefaces? Why do some fonts just work and others fail to bring value to your design project? I enjoyed this session with Sarah Hyndman as she took us on a tour of a London neighborhood to explain how typography impacts the way you feel. Session Description: Do you judge a shop by its sign or a pub by its lettering? You can tell a lot about a neighborhood through its typography. Join Type Tasting founder Sarah Hyndman as she reveals how letterforms create a unique typographic DNA that tells the story of an area. From hidden Victorian lettering to how letterforms change with shifting cultural attitudes, Sarah will share highlights from her past walking tours. Find out how the signs over the doors of businesses tell significant stories about design history over the last 150 years. In this fun and exciting session, you’ll discover: What you can learn about design history by looking at the different signs in a city How typography is vibrant, exciting, and all around us — not preserved in an academic book That the signs over shops and bars can show how cultural attitudes have changed and what trends are popular today Mobile Shooting 101: Shooting Awesome Videos with Your Phone Luisa Winters Session: S6600 Videos play such an important part when marketing your apps. Posting videos on social media, creating promos for YouTube, these are all critical to the success of your apps. I often tell developers that creating an amazing app is only half of the challenge. You need to be able to market your app for people to discover, and video is a great way. In this session, I learned tons of great tips for filming, and I can do it all on my Samsung phone with the Adobe Premiere Rush app! Session Description: We all have a smartphone or tablet that shoots video. Why not use it to start shooting videos like a pro? Join veteran content creator Luisa Winters to learn how to shoot videos using Adobe Premiere Rush on your smartphone or tablet. Luisa will cover the basics of shooting video — lighting, sound, framing, and more — so you have everything you need once you start to edit. You’ll discover how to shoot original content using the tools that you already have: Premiere Rush and your phone or tablet. In this session, you’ll learn how to: Plan your shoot the easy way Use artificial and natural lighting Frame and balance your shots Capture sound Make It About YOU! These are just a few of the session highlights I experienced during Adobe MAX 2020. With so much more to discover, be sure to explore Adobe MAX 2020 for yourself. Take that newfound knowledge and apply that expertise to the great things you create for Samsung. As you learn and improve your own designs, we're here to help. Join us in the Samsung Developer Forums or reach out to us on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. Stay informed with the latest technologies and events by signing up for the Samsung Developers monthly newsletter. View the full blog at its source