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I've tested every single Galaxy S25 phone - and my favorite isn't the flagship model

Kerry Wan/ZDNET At Amazon, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus is on sale for $800. Act fast, this is a limited-time deal. The "middle child" often gets a bad rap, but the new Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, which sits right between the smaller S25 and more-capable S25 Ultra, flips the script. Because after just a few days of use, it's quickly become my favorite model of the three. Also: Samsung offers $1,000 off preorder deal for new Galaxy foldable phones ahead of Unpacked Part of the reason is less to d

Fresh Galaxy Z Fold 7 renders give us our first look at Silver Shadow model

TL;DR Trusted leaker Evan Blass has posted Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 renders These images show off the new foldable phone in three colors, including the Silver Shadow variant for the first time. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is scheduled to launch on July 9. Samsung will launch a variety of new products at its Unpacked event on July 9, and we’ve already seen leaked Galaxy Z Fold 7 renders. However, one of the most trusted sources has now given us a comprehensive look at this new foldable phone. Veteran

Thoughts on Asunción, Paraguay

Almost two years ago I recorded a podcast with Tomás Mandl on his book Modern Paraguay: Uncovering South America's Best Kept Secret. If you have been following me since then you might already know that Friedrich Nietzsche’s sister moved to Paraguay with her husband to start a new German Colony to advance Nazi ambitions of Aryan supremacy. Perhaps, you already know that Alfredo Stroessner, the military dictator of Paraguay for 35 years (the longest Western Hemisphere Cold War dictator apart from

Samsung offers $1,000 off preorder deal for new Galaxy foldable phones ahead of Unpacked

Kerry Wan/ZDNET At this point in time, three things are certain when July comes along: backyard barbecues, fireworks past midnight, and Samsung Unpacked. Also: The best Samsung phones to buy in 2025 Just yesterday, Samsung confirmed that the next Unpacked event will take place on Wednesday, July 9, in Brooklyn, New York. This follows the host cities of Paris, France, and Seoul, South Korea, over the past two years, with the company suggesting that it's chosen Brooklyn for its "bold ideas, cre

Samsung’s offering a $50 credit if you commit to preordering its upcoming Galaxy foldable

Samsung has announced an Unpacked event that’s happening on Wednesday, July 9th at 10AM ET. Details are sparse, but it shared the tagline “Ultra Unfolds,” which suggests we’re about to learn a whole lot more about a premium foldable phone, and perhaps some other foldables. However, you don’t have to wait for the keynote to unfold to mark yourself as interested, and Samsung is offering a free incentive if you follow through with buying it. By filling out a reservation form for the upcoming devic

We Need a Clamshell iPhone Now That Android Has Figured Out Foldables

Foldables are far more brittle than traditional phones, and that’s a problem when you’re spending between $1,800 and $2,000 on a single device. Finally, in 2025, the flip-out, tablet-style, foldable phone may get the remodel it needed to stick it out with cheaper devices. New leaks suggest the next Google Pixel foldable will be able to better survive a mote of dust. Samsung’s next Z Fold 7 “Ultra” may have similar staying power when we finally get to see it on July 9. Another leak for the Googl

Brace your wallet: The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 may be Samsung’s priciest foldables yet

Alex Walker-Todd / Android Authority TL;DR A retailer has published premature listings of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, revealing prices for Italy and the UK. The listings highlight a steep price increase for all Fold 7 models and a marginal hike for Flip 7 models. In addition, the listings include information about the new color options and storage configurations. As we draw closer to Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event, fresh leaks about the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 seem to be popping

Samsung teases Galaxy Z Fold Ultra foldable for next month's Unpacked event

What just happened? Samsung has confirmed that its next Unpacked event will take place on July 9 in Brooklyn, New York. The stars of the show will be the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, while the new Galaxy Watches are also expected to be unveiled. We might even see the dual-hinged tri-fold phone. Like every company right now, Samsung appears to think the best way to sell its products is by boasting about their AI abilities. "With AI leading the way, Galaxy devices are evolving from reactionary s

Did you know your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu? Here’s how to enable it

Joe Maring / Android Authority If you have a Samsung phone, there’s a good chance you chose it over competing Android handsets because of the sheer number of settings Samsung lets you play with. Whether it’s having a half-dozen ways to take a screenshot or creating a powerful automation system with Samsung Routines, there’s no shortage of ways to get the most out of a Samsung Galaxy phone. While Samsung makes some of these things readily available and easy to find, other software features are

Galaxy S26 Ultra, S26 Edge spotted: Is the ‘Plus’ model really going away?

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Edge have appeared in the IMEI database. The early listing of the Galaxy S26 Edge suggests a January launch for the phone. It also adds weight to rumors that Samsung may drop the Plus variant from next year’s flagship lineup. The first official signs of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series have emerged, with the Galaxy S26 Edge and S26 Ultra appearing in the IMEI database. The listings, uncovered by SammyPolice, are an

Samsung just leaked its own Galaxy Z Flip 7, Z Fold 7 colors, including exclusive shade

Evan Blass TL;DR Samsung has accidentally published staging sites for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7. The listings are filled with placeholder information, but they seemingly confirm colors and storage options. Samsung will apparently offer Green Mint as the online-exclusive color. Samsung is gearing up to launch its new Galaxy foldable phones next month, and we’ve seen a steady stream of leaks already. However, it looks like the company may have inadvertently posted information abo

I changed 7 Samsung phone settings to instantly improve the battery life

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Samsung's Galaxy smartphones are some of the best Android phones available today, thanks to their responsive and feature-rich software. But most Samsung phones -- especially the flagships like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6 -- come with over-the-top features that you might not use daily. If your new Galaxy phone isn't lasting an entire day on a single charge, there are ways to make the most of what you have without hindering the user experience. Also: The

Samsung’s next Unpacked is official: Here’s what’s coming and when

Samsung TL;DR Samsung’s next Unpacked event will take place in New York City on July 9. The company will launch the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, the Galaxy Watch 8 series, and more at the event. We’re also expecting software and AI announcements, including the stable release of One UI 8. Samsung has officially announced the date for its next Unpacked event. While an earlier leak spilled the beans, we now have confirmation straight from the source: the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7

The next Samsung Unpacked event takes place on July 9

It's almost time for another one of Samsung's Unpacked events. The third Unpacked to be held this year (following installments in January and May) will take place on July 9 at 10AM ET. It will emanate from Brooklyn, New York and stream on the Samsung Newsroom, the company's website and its YouTube channel. Samsung is promising a look at the "next evolution of Galaxy AI and the ever-expanding Galaxy ecosystem." The company usually debuts its latest foldables in the summer, so we are expecting to

Samsung Teases ‘Ultra’ Foldable for Unpacked Event Next Month

Is it already time for another Samsung Unpacked event? You bet your ass it is. Samsung has announced it’ll be hosting an event next month on July 9 for what’ll presumably be its latest Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold foldable Android phones. Unlike previous years, when Samsung announced new foldable phones in Paris and Seoul, this go-around will be in Brooklyn, New York (my hometown!) starting at 10:00 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT. Gizmodo will be at the event live, but there will also be a live stream on Sams

Samsung's New Galaxy Foldables Will Be Announced at July 9 Unpacked Event

Samsung is gearing up to debut its next slate of foldable Galaxy Z phones, which likely includes follow-ups to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6. The company will host an Unpacked event in July, where it'll show off its latest devices and Galaxy AI updates. The event will take place in Brooklyn, New York, and will be live streamed on the Samsung Newsroom, at Samsung.com and on Samsung's YouTube channel. Unpacked kicks off on Wednesday, July 9, at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET. Samsung has

Samsung confirms Unpacked for early July

is a reviewer with 10 years of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. Samsung’s summer Unpacked is officially on, starting at 10AM ET on Wednesday, July 9th. The invitation features a jazzy little bop and the words “Ultra Unfolds,” so I think it’s safe to assume we’re getting that foldable Ultra phone the company previously hinted at. The event is set to take place in Brooklyn, but you can watch

Samsung's Cheaper Galaxy Flip 7 FE Foldable Phone Shows Up in New Leak

New renders of the rumored Galaxy Z Flip7 FE phone, a cheaper alternative to last year's Z Flip 6, have hit the internet via notable leaker Evan Blass. The images were shared Monday on smartphone news site Phone Arena. The FE stands for Founders Edition and is Samsung's way of offering comparable devices with slightly weakened specs for more affordable prices. Past FE phones include the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and FE Plus. The renders show off a device that looks very s

Samsung's Cheaper Galaxy Flip 7 FE Foldable Phone Shows Up In New Leak

New renders of the rumored Galaxy Z Flip7 FE phone, a cheaper alternative to last year's Z Flip 6, have hit the internet via notable leaker Evan Blass. The images were shared Monday on smartphone news site Phone Arena. The FE stands for Founders Edition and is Samsung's way of offering comparable devices with slightly weakened specs for more affordable prices. Past FE phones include the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and FE Plus. The renders show off a device that looks very s

NASA's Voyager Found a 30k-50k Kelvin "Wall" at the Edge of Solar System

In 1977, NASA launched the Voyager probes to study the Solar System's edge, and the interstellar medium between the stars. One by one, they both hit the "wall of fire" at the boundaries of our home system, measuring temperatures of 30,000-50,000 kelvin (54,000-90,000 degrees Fahrenheit) on their passage through it. There are a few ways you could define the edge of the Solar System – for instance, where the planets end, or at the Oort cloud, the boundary of the Sun's gravitational influence wher

Take a good look at the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch Ultra 2025

TL;DR Veteran leaker Evan Blass has posted renders showing the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025. The images show that all three models have a squircle-shaped case and a round screen. Samsung is expected to launch its new foldable phones next month at its Unpacked event, and we’ve just seen leaked Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE renders via a trusted source. Now, this same source has revealed leaked renders showing off Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch models. Ve

I changed 10 Samsung phone settings for an instant performance boost

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Samsung's One UI 7 is my favorite Android skin right now. It is fast, responsive, and intuitive. But nothing comes fine-tuned to your experience straight out of the box. You need to personalize your smartphone to make it more appealing. I change almost a dozen settings on every Samsung Galaxy phone to best suit my needs, and I believe these will elevate your user experience, too. Also: The best Samsung phones to buy From setting the highest available screen resolution to more

Samsung reveals Exynos 2500, the chip behind its leaked Flip 7 shakeup

TL;DR Samsung has announced its new Exynos 2500 chipset with powerful AI abilities and GPU upgrades. Built on a 3nm process, it supports high-end features like ray tracing and satellite connectivity. Leaked reports suggest this SoC will power all Galaxy Z Flip 7 devices worldwide, marking a break from tradition. In the run-up to the eventual launch of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, Samsung has officially unveiled the Exynos 2500 SoC that is largely rumored to power the upcoming flip phone in all market

Galaxy Z Flip 7, Flip 7 FE renders leak, showing bold colors and a huge cover screen

Evan Blass TL;DR Leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 show a nearly full-screen external display and three color variants: Blue Shadow, Coral Red, and Jet Black. The more budget-friendly Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE appears almost identical to the Z Flip 6 with standard White and Black colors. Both devices are expected to launch at next month’s rumored Galaxy Unpacked event, possibly powered by Exynos chips. Samsung is rumored to hold a Galaxy Unpacked next month, where it is expected to laun

Samsung’s affordable Galaxy Buds Core are coming this week, but the US may miss out

Samsung UAE TL;DR Samsung is all set to unveil the Galaxy Buds Core, successors to the Galaxy Buds FE. The earbuds will arrive on June 27 as per an Amazon listing. It’s unclear if American buyers will be able to get their hands on the new earbuds at launch. Samsung has officially confirmed that the Galaxy Buds Core, its next set of entry-level earbuds, are arriving soon. The company began teasing the Buds Core in India over the weekend, and an Amazon India page has already gone live, listing

Samsung embeds IronSource spyware app on phones across WANA

In recent months, we have received numerous reports from users across West Asia and North Africa (WANA) expressing alarm over a little-known but deeply intrusive bloatware application—AppCloud—pre-installed on Samsung’s A and M series smartphones. Without users’ knowledge or consent, this bloatware collects sensitive personal data, cannot be removed without compromising device security, and offers no clear information about its privacy practices. AppCloud, developed by the controversial Israeli

Samsung Embeds IronSource Spyware App on Phones Across WANA

In recent months, we have received numerous reports from users across West Asia and North Africa (WANA) expressing alarm over a little-known but deeply intrusive bloatware application—AppCloud—pre-installed on Samsung’s A and M series smartphones. Without users’ knowledge or consent, this bloatware collects sensitive personal data, cannot be removed without compromising device security, and offers no clear information about its privacy practices. AppCloud, developed by the controversial Israeli

Proba-3's first artificial solar eclipse

Enabling & Support Proba-3’s first artificial solar eclipse 16/06/2025 24672 views 108 likes Today, the European Space Agency’s Proba-3 mission unveils its first images of the Sun’s outer atmosphere – the solar corona. The mission’s two satellites, able to fly as a single spacecraft thanks to a suite of onboard positioning technologies, have succeeded in creating their first ‘artificial total solar eclipse’ in orbit. The resulting coronal images demonstrate the potential of formation flying tec

A Sneak Peek at Samsung's Plan to Help Us Defy Aging With the Galaxy Watch

Samsung's Galaxy Watches are taking preventive care and healthy aging to the next level with personalized coaching and a new blood analysis feature you can use right from your wrist, no needle necessary. The update is part of a broader push by Samsung to help people take action on their health in the moment, to fend off chronic illness in the long run. I spoke with Dr. Hon Pak, Samsung's senior vice president and head of digital health, to get a closer look at what's coming to the Galaxy Watch a

How to enable earthquake alerts on your Android phone (including these Samsung models)

bymuratdeniz/Getty Images The next time you get an alert on your Android phone, it might just be life-saving information. Google expanded its earthquake alert system last fall; this week, Samsung introduced its own version that might be even better. Here's how these critical alerts work and how you can turn them on. Android earthquake alerts are available in all 50 US states and six US territories, including American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, an