Samsung is quietly increasing the US prices across a wide range of its smartphones and tablets. If you were planning to pick up a Galaxy Z Flip 7, an S25 FE, or basically any of their current tablets, you are going to be paying more than you would have just a few weeks ago. For smartphones, the … [Read more...] about Samsung just bumped up the prices on the Galaxy Z Flip 7, S25 FE, and more
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The ‘Wide’ Foldable Era is upon us, and it’s the most excited about phones I’ve been in years
I’ll be the first to admit it: I’m bored with smartphones lately. I’ve been eligible for a phone upgrade for months, but every time I look at the current crop of flagships, I find myself questioning what I would even buy if I were to actually go through with it. Even the Galaxy Z Fold 7, as refined … [Read more...] about The ‘Wide’ Foldable Era is upon us, and it’s the most excited about phones I’ve been in years
Get ready: Samsung is restocking the $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold this week
Samsung has officially announced that the Galaxy Z TriFold is getting a restock later this week. On Friday, April 10 at 10 a.m. ET, the $2,899 triple-folding device will be back in stock and available for purchase directly through the official Samsung website. The last time we saw a restock for … [Read more...] about Get ready: Samsung is restocking the $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold this week
Google just dropped a new AI dictation app on iOS, and it looks like Android is coming soon
Google just released a brand new offline-first dictation app called Google AI Edge Eloquent. It is currently available on iOS and is designed to take on the growing market of AI-powered transcription services like Wispr Flow. It offers a surprisingly robust set of features completely for free and it … [Read more...] about Google just dropped a new AI dictation app on iOS, and it looks like Android is coming soon
Google is officially rolling out desktop mode for the Pixel 8 and newer
Google is officially bringing desktop mode to Pixel phones as part of the new March Pixel Drop. For those with a Pixel 8 or newer, the device can now be plugged directly into an external monitor via USB-C to deliver a PC-like, multi-window experience right out of the box. We actually tested an … [Read more...] about Google is officially rolling out desktop mode for the Pixel 8 and newer
I still love the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and they are $60 off right now
I really love the Pixel Buds Pro 2, and they are still the earbuds that I carry with me every day. And right now, you can snag Google's flagship earbuds for just $169. That is a full $60 off the retail price, and after using these a lot lately for calls and workouts, I can confidently say they are … [Read more...] about I still love the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and they are $60 off right now
Android 17 Beta 2 borrows a major ChromeOS security trick for Thunderbolt and USB4
As we continue to watch the development of Aluminium OS and the "desktop-ification" of Android, Google is taking clear steps to ensure that this new high-end hardware doesn't compromise system security. The latest deep dive into Android 17 Beta 2 by Android Authority has revealed that Google is … [Read more...] about Android 17 Beta 2 borrows a major ChromeOS security trick for Thunderbolt and USB4
I finally found the one folding phone use case that I now can’t live without
Since the launch of the original Pixel Fold, the tech enthusiast in me—the contrarian that loves trying out interesting new tech—has desperately wanted to love foldables. But the same cycle would always happen. I would get my SIM switched over, enjoy a brief honeymoon period testing all my regular … [Read more...] about I finally found the one folding phone use case that I now can’t live without
I’m convinced this camera trick is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s best new feature
While the hardware specs on the new Galaxy S26 Ultra camera array might look familiar on paper, Samsung has packed in some serious software magic this year. Amidst all the talk of AI agents and the wild new privacy screen, there's one new camera feature that I think is going to change the game when … [Read more...] about I’m convinced this camera trick is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s best new feature
Android’s latest update brings ‘Find Hub’ luggage tracking, custom calling cards, and more
Google has officially pulled the curtain back on the March 2026 Android feature drop, and it is a doozy. While we usually see these updates focus on small UI tweaks, this release introduces some heavy-hitting utility: most notably a massive expansion of the Find My Device ecosystem (now branded as … [Read more...] about Android’s latest update brings ‘Find Hub’ luggage tracking, custom calling cards, and more
The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s new Privacy Display is actually a game changer
We covered the Galaxy S26 launch last week, but amidst the noise of AI agents and spec bumps, one feature in particular caught my eye. Samsung has quietly integrated something into the S26 Ultra that might just be the most practical innovation we’ve seen in years: a built-in, hardware-level Privacy … [Read more...] about The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s new Privacy Display is actually a game changer
Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 lineup is official: Here is everything you need to know
Samsung has officially unveiled their next generation of mobile devices, the Galaxy S26, S26+, and the premium S26 Ultra, alongside the brand new Galaxy Buds4 series. While there are plenty of iterative year-over-year changes to the camera hardware and software, the S26 lineup brings some … [Read more...] about Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 lineup is official: Here is everything you need to know
