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Leaked Galaxy Z Fold 5 case photos reveal minimal design changes

A clear protective case designed for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5 has leaked in real-life photos. Similar to the Z Flip 5 clear case that emerged last week, we can imagine what the Galaxy Z Fold 5 might look like under these newly-leaked transparent covers. And matching expectations, it doesn't seem like Samsung has […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Galaxy Tab S7 series is now getting the May 2023 security patch

After the Galaxy Tab S8, another Samsung tablet has joined in on the fun and is now getting the May 2023 update. Fittingly, the Tab S8 took precedence, but the Galaxy Tab S7 series is now catching up with its newer siblings. The Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7+ are now getting the May 2023 […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Samsung may go after Apple with “Open always wins” catchphrase

Samsung is trying to secure a new advertising slogan. Specifically, the company applied to trademark the catchphrase “Open always wins.” Although it's unclear what the slogan entails, the two new trademark applications found in Europe (EUIPO) and South Korea (KIPRIS) hold a few hints. The first thing that comes to mind upon seeing the “Open […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Google’s unspoken message at I/O: They don’t care about screen bezels

After discussing for roughly one and a half hours about its advancements in AI, Google finally announced three new hardware products at its I/O 2023 conference yesterday. And with them came a new unspoken message: Google doesn't care much about what you think of screen bezels. Google unveiled a new mid-range phone, the Pixel 7a, […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Take note, Samsung, this is how you sell a new tablet concept

At first glance, the new Google Pixel Tablet is just an 11-inch slate powered by Android and Google's AI-centric Tensor G2 chipset. And that certainly is the case, but it doesn't take long to realize that Google is trying to market the Pixel Tablet as more than that. Thanks to its included charging dock, it's […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Galaxy S23 came to Samsung’s rescue amid declining shipments in Q1

Smartphone shipments in the USA and Europe have declined in the first quarter of 2023, and OEMs have more or less maintained their market shipment shares amid the market's decline. In the USA, smartphone shipments declined 17% year-on-year, with Counterpoint Research citing weak consumer demand and inventory correction. Samsung's market shipment share in the USA […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Pixel Tablet, Google’s first Android tablet in almost a decade, is official

After eight years since Google released its last Android tablet, the Pixel C (in 2015), Google is returning to the tablet game with a new Pixel device. The Pixel Tablet, unveiled yesterday at the I/O conference, marks an important milestone even for Samsung Galaxy Tab fans. A new Google tablet hitting the market could affect […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Google Pixel Fold is official, comes with Samsung displays

Google has just revealed its first-ever foldable phone at its I/O conference. It's called the Pixel Fold, and it was made possible by Samsung technologies, including two Samsung-made displays and a Tensor G2 chip manufactured by the Korean tech giant. Arguably, the most important hardware details of the Pixel Fold are the foldable OLED panel, […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

I keep forgetting my Sleep Coaching lessons, and Samsung doesn’t make it easier

Many Samsung Health users seem to be sleeping on the Sleep Coaching feature – bad pun intended, no regrets. Sleep Coaching is a neat tool that can help you get better rested by becoming more mindful of your habits and other factors that have a negative impact on your sleep. Or at least, that's the […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

How to watch Google I/O 2023 live

Google I/O 2023 is going live later today, May 10. It should be an exciting keynote, even for Samsung fans, given that some of the things Google has in store for its customers may also affect Samsung's decisions in the foreseeable future. Here's all you need to know to catch the event live later today. […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Samsung TV Plus gets optimized for Galaxy Z Fold and tablets

The Samsung TV Plus mobile app is getting a significant new update that improves the user experience for Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Tab users. It also redesigns some UI elements and helps users find content easier. Samsung TV Plus version 1.0.10.9 optimizes the viewing experience for Galaxy Z Fold phones and Galaxy tablets. In […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

One UI 6.0 beta: Samsung Galaxy phones expected to get it

If One UI 5.0 and its development timeline in 2022 is any indication, Samsung may launch an Android 14 One UI 6.0 beta program later this summer. It will be open for select devices in key markets, and eligible participants will be able to sign up for testing One UI 6.0 beta firmware through the […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Get the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 for up to $80 off

Samsung has some great deals for Mother's Day, including lower prices on Galaxy Watch 5 and smartphone bundles. But if you're in the market for a new smartwatch without intending to buy a new phone, Samsung's got you covered again. You can now save up to $80 when buying the Galaxy Watch 5 from Samsung's […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Google Pixel Fold dunks on Galaxy Z Fold 4 in official video x NBA

Google I/O is just around the corner, and the US tech giant seems to have answered whether or not we'll see the Pixel Fold at the I/O conference later today. Google has just released a 2-and-a-half minute advert for the Pixel lineup, featuring NBA stars and several Pixel products, including its first foldable phone. The […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

Galaxy S21 native camera night mode is coming to Snapchat

The Galaxy S22 series was the first to introduce native camera features to social media apps, including Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. Thanks to this clever integration, Galaxy S22 users could rely on the powerful native camera capabilities of their phones without leaving the social media apps. And now, Samsung confirmed that Snapchat is working on […]

By Mihai Matei
2 years ago

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