Danny Dorresteijn

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Early Galaxy Z Fold 2 impressions: 3 things I don’t like about Samsung’s new foldable

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 isn't perfect, and there are three things in particular that have left me underwhelmed.

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Why the Galaxy Z Fold 2 will be the ultimate smartphone for enthusiasts

If the original Galaxy Fold was primarily a tablet with a smartphone undertone, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is surely blurring the lines between the smartphone and tablet concepts with a lot more elegance and confidence. It was difficult to recommend the original Galaxy Fold to smartphone users were unsure of the form factor, but this […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Why Samsung shouldn’t listen to Google’s request for more control

It was reported earlier today that Google and Samsung are in negotiations over giving preference to Google's services on Galaxy devices at the expense of Samsung's own services. If reached, such a deal would result in Google Assistant being prioritized over Bixby, Play Store achieving more prominence over the Galaxy Store, and Google having more […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

After using the Galaxy Fold for 10 months, I can’t wait for what comes next

Many of our readers will be well aware by now that I'm a big fan of the Galaxy Fold. I've expressed my undying appreciation for the device on multiple occasions here. At its core, the reason why I like it is very simple. Foldable smartphones are indeed the future and they have a unique ability […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Why Google’s Android updates are overrated for Samsung phones now

There's a reason why Google's Android updates don't excite Samsung Galaxy owners that much, and it has to do with Samsung's One UI.

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Samsung has nailed its smartwatch strategy and Apple knows it

Yes, this might seem like a controversial claim, but hear me out. We have seen all manner of smartwatches from Samsung ever since it started launching them under the Galaxy Gear brand in 2013. The original Galaxy Gear had a square-shaped display and Samsung stuck with that design for the next few models. Then came […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Samsung’s in trouble with its diehard fans and they’re running out of patience

It used to be that the thing Samsung's most loyal fans used to complain about a lot was software updates. One could cut the company some slack. It launches dozens of smartphones every year and not only do they require software support, but the dozens released in the previous years also do so as well. […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Galaxy Note 20 might give you a reason to buy the Galaxy Fold 2 instead

It has almost been a decade since the very first Galaxy Note was launched back in 2011. The tech media had some trouble wrapping their head around this device. It had a stylus at a time when the iPhone had been credited for wiping stylus-equipped phones off the market. It also had a 5.3-inch display […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

Are foldable phones the future? Yes, they absolutely are!

I have been using the Galaxy Fold as my daily driver ever since it came out. The device has held up surprisingly well to the rigors of daily use, it has even survived a dusty holiday by the beach in Egypt. I don't feel the need to baby the device, it doesn't seem to require […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
4 years ago

What’s up with the Galaxy S20 Ultra? It still leaves a lot to be desired

The Galaxy S20 lineup, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra in particular, was supposed to turn over a new leaf for Samsung. It marked the start of a new decade with a show of dominance from Samsung that it could also compete on hardware with the best of the best. The Galaxy S20 Ultra has understandably […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
5 years ago

Samsung just gave me a reason to skip the next Galaxy Fold

It's almost April. The Galaxy Fold hasn't been updated to Android 10 and One UI 2.0 yet. Yes, I know Samsung has said from the start that the Fold is scheduled to get Android 10 in April, but it still feels off. And while my Fold languishes on Android Pie six months after it went […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
5 years ago

Why the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip will be your secret love affair

Some of you may not agree with this statement but I have a strong feeling that you'll end up agreeing with me by the end of this piece. As far as smartphones are concerned, there's not much that surprises me anymore. I've been in this business long enough to have tested more phones than I […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
5 years ago

Here’s a 30x zoom photo reportedly taken with a Galaxy S20+

Every new Galaxy flagship leaks like crazy before Samsung makes it official, but the Galaxy S20 is setting a new record. We've seen everything from renders through live images to specs and pricing details of the Galaxy S20 smartphones in recent weeks, and now, someone has started leaking actual photos taken with the upcoming phone. […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
5 years ago

Galaxy S20 camera’s Night mode improvements shown in leaked photos

The Galaxy S20 series, due to be unveiled in less than 48 hours, will have plenty of new stuff to offer. Upgraded cameras are expected to be among the main attractions of the new flagship, and while there's still plenty of time left until Samsung puts the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra on retail […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
5 years ago

Android and Samsung Twitter accounts team up, tease ‘something exciting’

Here's something interesting: The official Twitter accounts for Android and Samsung Mobile are suggesting that Google and Samsung will have something special to announce together at the latter's February 11 Unpacked event, where the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip will be unveiled. A few hours ago, the Android Twitter account tagged Samsung Mobile in […]

By Danny Dorresteijn
5 years ago

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