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It's Nearly Time for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 Debut: How to Watch the Unpacked Event

Samsung's Unpacked event may just introduce the next generation of foldable Galaxy Z phones to replace the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 (if the company's multiple teases are to be believed). Samsung is also expected to unveil the successor to the Galaxy Watch 7. The event happens tomorrow. Here's what you can expect and how to tune in. CNET is also hosting a Samsung Galaxy Unpacked live blog and a live show, which will cover all the final rumors and big reveals as they happen. When is Sa

Samsung announces major security enhancements coming to One UI 8

Samsung has announced multiple data security and privacy enhancements for its upcoming Galaxy smartphones running One UI 8, its custom user interface on top of Android. Key highlights include the introduction of a system-level architecture named Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP), upgrades to Knox Matrix, and the addition of quantum resistance to WiFi connectivity. Keeping AI data secure With AI tools taking an increasing role in day-to-day smartphone use, protecting user inputs has be

5 surprise products Samsung may unveil at Unpacked tomorrow - including a tri-foldable phone

Kerry Wan/ZDNET It's hard to believe that we're already halfway through 2025, and Samsung is kicking off the second half with force. The tech giant will hold its next Unpacked event tomorrow, Wednesday, July 9, at 10 a.m. EST. Officially, we know very little about what will be shown on the big day, but that isn't to say that teaser information doesn't exist. Ever since the last Unpacked event back in January, several leaks and rumors have cropped up online, providing a view into what could be

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G hits its best price yet at $299.99 (25% off)

Rushil Agrawal / Android Authority Budget phone shoppers might be interested to know that Amazon Prime Day has an enticing deal on the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G. With a 25% discount relative to the recommended retail price, you can snag this phone for just $299.99, down from its usual $399.99. This is the lowest price ever, beating even last month’s lowest by $50. Samsung Galaxy A36 5G for $299.99 (25% off) The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G, introduced in March 2025, is packed with features that cater to

Galaxy Watch 7 Is Almost Free, Amazon Clears Out Samsung Watches on Prime Day

Prime Day is a showcase for top electronics brands and this year is no exception. Whether you’re an Apple fan, a Samsung enthusiast, or loyal to Microsoft or Sony, there’s something for everyone. Samsung is making a splash with major deals across its lineup, from the Galaxy S25 phones to internal SSDs and, of course, the Galaxy Watch series. Right now, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 40mm smartwatch is available at its lowest price ever on Amazon, but you’ll need to be a Prime member to grab this ex

Galaxy Unpacked: Everything You Need to Know About the Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8

The Galaxy Unpacked event is less than 24 hours away and I expect to see Samsung's next generation of foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, as well as new Galaxy Watches. But the big surprise might be the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, a more affordable version of Samsung's popular clamshell. CNET will be on the ground covering the event live from New York. In fact, Samsung confirmed the Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip's new thinner design in an exclusive with CNET's Abrar Al-Heeti. Samsung was one

The Galaxy Watch 8 still hasn’t launched yet, but don’t tell Samsung Health

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung’s next Unpacked event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9. In addition to its latest foldables, Samsung is expected to launch its Galaxy Watch 8 series of smartwatches. Before they’re even official, the latest Samsung Health update is advertising features with “Watch 8 series” support. Mobile tech fans are all too familiar with the cat-and-mouse game of leaks and rumors in the cycle leading up to the launch of any major new product. For the mos

How to watch Samsung’s foldable-filled Unpacked event

is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Samsung is preparing to parade the latest Galaxy-branded foldables, wearables, and perhaps some other surprises at its summer Unpacked event tomorrow, July 9th. The show is expected to cap off months of leaks around the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 phones, as well as the lightly redesigned Galaxy Watch 8 series smartwatches. When i

Smart savings on the Samsung Galaxy Ring: Now just $299.99 in record drop

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority For those who’ve been considering the next level in wearable tech, Prime Day is the ideal time to take the plunge. You can now purchase the Samsung Galaxy Ring for $299.99, down from its usual $399.99, marking it as the lowest price in the last year. It’s an appealing choice for anyone interested in comprehensive health monitoring via a smart ring. Samsung Galaxy Ring for $299.99 (25% off) The Galaxy Ring is crafted from lightweight titanium and available in

I’ve tested every cheap Samsung phone: Here are the ones you should buy in 2025

The secret to Samsung’s ultra-cheap success is its commitment to software updates. Like the rest of the Galaxy A series, the Galaxy A16 is set up for a full six years of support, carrying it right into the start of the 2030s. That works out to a per-update cost of around $30, better than the Galaxy A26’s per-update cost of $50 or the Galaxy S24 FE’s price of around $90 for each major patch. Granted, you’re paying for much more than just software support, but it’s a good place to start if you wan

A last-minute leak suggests Samsung will drop S Pen support from the Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked is less than a day away, but a last-minute deluge of pre-release information from WinFuture's Roland Quandt has detailed essentially everything we can expect from the company on July 9. The leak follows Monday's reveal from Quandt when he shared what appeared to be official spec sheets for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 and Z Flip 7 FE. To those, Quandt added today what look like per-release marketing materials obtained directly from Samsung. In a Bluesky post spot

Act fast: Lightning deal slashes $900 off the 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 6!

Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority No other foldable can multitask as well. Among a host of sensational Prime Day offers on Android smartphones, this lightning deal might be the pick of the bunch. The 512GB model of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is currently available for $1,119.99, down from its usual price of $2,099.99. This represents a massive $900 discount relative to the recommended retail price, making it not just a great deal but also the lowest price ever by a country mile. Samsung Galaxy

Amazon Slashes $900 Off the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Now at the Lowest Price for the Best Foldable Phone

Samsung is shaking Prime Day up with a first-ever massive deal on the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The 512GB version of this foldable phone is now priced below the 256GB version, which is also on sale. This is a Prime Day special offer, so only Prime members can score this incredible deal. What’s truly impressive is the price: you’re saving $900 off the original price, bringing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 (512GB) down to just $1,119. That’s nearly half off ($2,019) and a discount that’s never been seen before on th

'Feeling Is Believing:' Samsung Shares Exclusive Details About Its Super Slim Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung is turning the page to a thinner, lighter chapter. The seventh generation of its book-style Galaxy Z Fold, which debuts at its Unpacked event on Wednesday, could redefine foldable phone design. Put aside your notions of a bulky gadget and get ready for a phone that Samsung says will feel closer to what you might already have in your pocket. "More than ever, these devices will very much resemble that traditional form factor," Drew Blackard, Samsung's senior vice president of mobile produ

Snag the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus at its lowest price ever

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Great deals always grab attention, especially when they involve popular tech gadgets. With Amazon Prime Day 2025 underway, there’s a noteworthy offer on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus we think you might like. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus for $579.99 (11% off) For a limited time, you can snag the Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus for $579.99, down from its usual $649.99, providing a decent 11% savings relative to the retail price. They’re not life-changing savings, bu

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Samsung’s event spoiled by massive last-minute leak

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is just one day away, but a new leak may have just revealed even more details and images of the company’s upcoming devices. In a series of posts on Bluesky, reliable leaker Roland Quandt shared a whole bunch of marketing materials that suggest Samsung is dropping support for the S-Pen on its slimmed-down Z Fold 7. Th

Our favorite Prime Day 2025 deals and the best of the rest we’ve found so far!

One of the biggest sales events of the year has arrived, and for the first time, Amazon Prime Day is a four-day deal bonanza. Many products are hitting their lowest prices ever this week, and the only real problem you’ll have is trying to find the sparkling gems amid the vast range of offers. We’re here to help on that front, having spent hours trawling the Amazon pages to pick out our favorite deals. We’ll run you through a few of our top highlights, and you can head further down to find a roun

5 surprise products we may see at Samsung Unpacked July - including smart glasses

Project Moohan headset Kerry Wan/ZDNET It's hard to believe that we're already halfway through 2025, and Samsung is kicking off the second half with force. The tech giant will hold its next Unpacked event tomorrow, Wednesday, July 9, at 10 a.m. EST. Officially, we know very little about what will be shown on the big day, but that isn't to say that teaser information doesn't exist. Ever since the last Unpacked event back in January, several leaks and rumors have cropped up online, providing a v

What to expect from Samsung Unpacked tomorrow: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, Watch 8 Series, more

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Three things are certain when July comes along: backyard barbecues, late-night fireworks, and Samsung Unpacked. Just last month, 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, creativity, and culture." Also: The best Samsung phones to buy in 2025

Amazon Is Going All In, The Galaxy S25 Ultra Is Nearly Twice as Cheap as on Samsung’s Official Site

Apple may be the go-to brand on Prime Day with Amazon discounting everything (except the iPhone 16) but in smartphones, there’s yet another giant worth noting—Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Released back in January, the S25 Ultra is the definition of Android top-shelf and until today, it’s hung tough at its MSRP on Samsung’s home page. But on Prime Day, Amazon is coming huge for Prime members, offering a massive $350 instant discount on this premium device: That brings the price down to just $949 fo

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus gets its biggest price cut ever for Prime Day

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Standard Colors Amazon Prime Day is bringing an excellent deal on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus that tech enthusiasts won’t want to miss. You’re getting a significant $300 off the usual $999.99 price, bringing it down to just $699.99. This 30% discount relative to the recommended retail price is the lowest the Galaxy S25 Plus has been all year. Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus for $699.99 (30% off) The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus is a powerhouse of an Android smartphone. It

Score the all-time best price on Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with innovative translation feature

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Attention, Samsung fans — a deal on the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has surfaced that you’ll want to know about. You can snap these earbuds up for just $174.99, down from their usual $249.99. That’s a solid 30% off the recommended retail price, making it the best offer you’re likely to find anywhere right now. Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for $174.99 (30% off) The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are packed with handy features. These AI-powered true wireless earbuds come with a red

You can get $300 off the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge for Prime Day

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Now that the world is saturated with big screens, phone makers are turning again to thinness to stand out from the pack. Samsung introduced its take on an ultra-thin phone, the Galaxy S25 Edge, in May and for Prime Day, you can get it for $800, $300 off its usual $1,100 starting price.

5 surprise products we may see at Samsung Unpacked this week - and are worth getting excited for

Project Moohan headset Kerry Wan/ZDNET It's hard to believe that we're already halfway through 2025, and Samsung is kicking off the second half with force. The tech giant will hold its next Unpacked event on Wednesday, July 9, at 10 a.m. EST. Officially, we know very little about what will be shown on the big day, but that isn't to say that teaser information doesn't exist. Ever since the last Unpacked event back in January, several leaks and rumors have cropped up online, providing a view int

These 4 new Samsung Galaxy Watch features are tempting me to ditch my Apple Watch

Kerry Wan/ZDNET We're days away from Samsung Unpacked July event, where we could see new smartwatches and Samsung devices hit the market. Until then, the Korean tech giant is giving us some hints at what's to come on these new smartwatches with its One UI 8 Watch updates. These Watch features have arrived on several users' devices, according to a recent Reddit post in r/GalaxyWatch. Also: What to expect from Samsung Unpacked July 2025 From a running coach feature that appears to take notes fr

Samsung reveals One UI 8’s major security upgrades, coming first to Fold 7, Flip 7

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has announced several key security upgrades for its One UI 8 software. The company is now offering Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP) to further protect user data. Knox Matrix will also automatically sign you out of your Samsung account on a connected Galaxy device in the event of a serious threat. Samsung is gearing up to launch its new foldable phones tomorrow (July 9), and we’re also expecting these devices to offer One UI 8 out of the b

Everything you want to know about the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Flip 7 FE just leaked

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Specs for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Flip 7 FE have leaked. The information reportedly comes from official Samsung promotional materials. The company’s foldables appear to sport disappointingly small batteries. Samsung is set to reveal its latest foldables at Galaxy Unpacked this week. While the showcase is scheduled for June 9, it doesn’t look like you’ll have to wait until Wednesday to learn more about the company’s new hardware. Some leaked pr

What to expect from Samsung Unpacked July 2025: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, Watch 8 Series, more

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Three things are certain when July comes along: backyard barbecues, fireworks past midnight, and Samsung Unpacked. Just last month, 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, creativity, and culture." Also: The best Samsung phones to buy in 20

Galaxy Z Fold 7 will reportedly be the thinnest one yet

Thanks to new reporting from WinFuture's Roland Quandt, we have a slew of presumptive details and specs for the next generation of Samsung's foldable phones. Reportedly lifted from official Samsung promotional materials, Quandt is reporting that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be the thinnest iteration yet, measuring just 8.9mm when folded and 4.2mm unfolded. He also claims it will be the lightest Z Fold so far, weighing just 216g. Details reported by Quandy on the battery size, storage options and ca

Live Updates From Samsung Unpacked 🔴

New Samsung foldables and wearables are coming on Wednesday, July 9. The tech giant is throwing a summer “Unpacked” event in Brooklyn, NY, starting at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT, to announce new versions of its Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip foldables, and refreshed Galaxy Watch smartwatches. Teased last month, we’re expecting “Ultra-worthy” design and tech specs that will—hopefully—wow consumers into paying top dollar for phones with screens that bend in half. What does Samsung need to finally impress?