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I spent a week in New York City with the Samsung Z Fold 7 - and it spoiled me big time

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 ZDNET's key takeaways The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is an excellent upgrade over its predecessor, thanks to its slim and light design, a strong hinge and a wider coverscreen. It's very expensive at $2,000 for the starting configuration. But you'll dig the improved hardware, especially if you're familiar with foldable phones from the global market. $2,000 at Samsung $2,000 at Amazon more buying choices The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is Samsung's biggest design overhaul since the Z Fold 2 in

Galaxy S25 FE leak reveals new colors, bad news for RAM and storage

TL;DR The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 FE could have 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. While these may be sufficient for most people right now, the specs aren’t very future-proof, especially given the pace of development of AI features. Samsung is expected to charge about $700 for the base variant of the Galaxy S25 FE, which makes these specs difficult to digest. Samsung is hard at work on its next launch, which is most likely the Galaxy S25 FE. We’ve seen several specs leak f

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Apple iOS 26: Everything you need to know about the public beta release, new iPhone features and more

Exciting changes are coming to your iPhone this fall, including a new aesthetic called Liquid Glass. Liquid Glass is a huge new change coming to iOS 26. (Apple) We're getting closer to accessing all the cool new features coming with Apple iOS 26 this fall. But if you can't wait that long, you can download and install the public beta as of today. Prefer more of a guided tour? Check out our preview of the iOS 26 public beta release. We're pretty excited for the fresh home and lock screen redesig

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Apple released the iOS 26 public beta: Here's the full list of compatible iPhones that can download it

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 . A slew of new changes are coming to your iPhone's operating system this fall — oh, and it'll be called iOS 26, not iOS 19. Included in the list is the new Liquid Glass design (think Windows Vista, but arguably more thoughtful), which looks to be Apple's largest visual update in years.

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Rumor Replay: M5 iPad Pro, iOS 27, HomePod Touch, and more

This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: a curious M5 iPad Pro rumor, iOS 27 and the iPhone Fold, HomePod Touch, and more. Here are this week’s Apple rumors. M5 iPad Pro rumor says two front-facing cameras coming Last year the M4 iPad Pro moved its front-facing camera from the portrait side of the device to the landscape side instead. But it seems Apple has another camera-related chan

How to install the iOS 26 public beta in just three steps

The iOS 26 public beta is now available, giving iPhone users everywhere the option to try Apple’s latest and greatest features. This year, you can check out Liquid Glass, new Messages features, and more. Here’s how to install the iOS 26 public beta on your iPhone (for free!)… What iPhones are supported by iOS 26? Here’s the full list of iPhones that are supported by iOS 26: Here are the devices compatible with iOS 26: iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max

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Apple releases public preview of iOS 26, its biggest iPhone software redesign since 2013

Apple announces a new design language for its operating systems called "Liquid Glass" during the annual Apple "Worldwide Developers Conference" (WWDC) at Apple Park, the corporate headquarters of Apple Inc., in Cupertino, California on June 9, 2025. Apple released the public beta preview version of its next iPhone operating system, called iOS 26. This software release on Thursday means that members of the public with recent iPhones can preview how the device's interface will change in the fall

iOS 26 public beta now available with new design and more

The iOS 26 public beta is now available, the next major update for iPhone software. iOS 26 brings an all-new Liquid Glass design, updates to your favorite iPhone apps and features, and much more. Yes, iOS 26 If you haven’t been paying attention, you might be a little confused when you see “iOS 26” pop up on your iPhone. After all, the last major software update for iPhone was iOS 18. What happened to the other numbers? Well, the gist is that Apple is unifying all of its software platforms with

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How to install the iOS 26 public beta

This guide will also show you how to access the iPadOS 26 and (if you’re brave enough) watchOS 26 betas. The latest version of iOS will arrive officially this fall, but you don’t need to wait to start testing the software on your iPhone, thanks to Apple’s public beta rollout. Here’s everything you need to know about setting up the iOS 26 beta, along with the respective betas for iPadOS 26 and watchOS 26, which Apple also revealed in its WWDC 2025 keynote. Before we get started:, no, you haven’

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WatchOS 26 public beta is out right now - 8 new Apple Watch features you can try

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Your iPhone, Apple Watch, and other Apple-owned devices are getting a big overhaul. The best part? You won't have to pay a dime for them -- all you have to do is update your software. Several new features are coming to WatchOS 26, and the public beta software is now available for interested users to try. Just remember: before updating to the public beta, it's encouraged to backup your device. Reddit users in the r/Apple Watch subreddit are already getting into the latest upda

Apple's iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 public betas are here: How to access and why you'll want to

Apple / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Apple held its Worldwide Developers Conference a month ago, during which it previewed the latest operating system upgrades across all of its devices, including iOS, iPadOS, MacOS, TVOS, WatchOS, and more. These updates give Apple users, regardless of whether they have the latest hardware, the opportunity to have a device refresh -- and this year, perhaps more than ever. During the event, Apple launched Liquid Glass, a new look for all of its devices that em

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WatchOS 26 is live: Every Apple Watch that will get the new software update

The public beta for the Apple Watch's latest software just arrived. Apple launched the public beta for iOS 26, WatchOS 26, and more, on Thursday. The software updates don't skimp on new WatchOS features, like an AI-powered fitness coach, Live Translation for Messages, and many more. Also: Everything announced at WWDC 2025: iOS 26, AI, MacOS, iPad OS The new features subtly infuse AI into regularly used apps and functionalities, improve peskier features, like the Call Screener, which monitors u

How to clear your iPhone cache (and why you should do it before installing iOS 26 public beta)

What is cache? Cache -- or browser cache -- is the temporary storage of website files. So, things like images, scripts, and cookies that your browser saves on your phone to make pages load faster the next time you visit. Also: Every iPhone model that can be updated to iOS 26 (and which ones don't support it) Over time, though, those files can add up, taking a large bite out of your device storage and slowing things down. That's why it's smart to clear your browser cache regularly. In this art

How to install the iOS 26 public beta

People with Apple developer accounts have had all the fun with the iOS 26 beta so far (and yes, if you missed it, there’s a new naming system now), but now that the public betas are out, anyone can try the new features. Setting up the public beta is slightly less involved than setting up the developer beta but just as free. And if you’re looking for help with the iPadOS 26 beta, you’re in the right place: the setup process is the same. You should understand what you’re getting when you try a b

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T‑Mobile's Starlink service is now available to anyone on any carrier - how to sign up

T-Mobile Are mobile dead zones gone for good? Also: The fastest US mobile carriers and ISPs in 2025, ranked In a post on X today, T‑Mobile CEO Mike Sievert announced that the company's T‑Satellite service, powered by Starlink, is officially out of beta and available to anyone, including Verizon and AT&T customers. How it works With more than 650 satellites in orbit, T‑Mobile says its network is the largest satellite‑to‑mobile constellation on the planet. Starlink connectivity will allow bo

Should You Buy an iPhone 16 or Wait for the iPhone 17?

So you're ready to purchase your next iPhone. You can take one of two routes: Buy an iPhone 16 right now, or wait a little longer and get Apple's next version, which is expected to make its debut in just over a month. What's the better choice? With the anticipated launch of the iPhone 17 in September, it could be a good idea to hang tight and either purchase the new phone or get the iPhone 16 at a discounted price. Apple still hasn't confirmed the existence of the iPhone 17, and we don't have a

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It’s time to stop defending slow charging speeds

Robert Triggs / Android Authority We’re fast approaching the launch of the new Pixel 10 series and iPhone 17, and the one thing I’m really dreading is another year of sluggish charging speeds. While Google’s Pro XL model has gradually increased its charging power to a level close to Samsung’s Ultra, the smaller, more popular flagship phones in the US are stuck charging below 25W. Compared to their fast-charging Chinese counterparts, such as the 80W OnePlus 13, these supposed flagships feel pos

The best music headphones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

In theory, all headphones should sound great when you're listening to music, but not all are specifically designed to provide a high-quality music listening experience. That's not always a bad thing, as some headphones are built more to offer lots of features and good noise-cancelation, while others focus more on a sleek and stylish design. Still, some headphones are designed more with high-quality sound in mind. These headphones don't always have excellent noise-cancelation or some of the high

I May Upgrade to the iPhone 17 Pro Max If These 6 Rumors Are True

From the first plus-sized iPhone Pro Max models, I've stuck with the regular configuration because the size and weight suited me better. But for many of those years I couldn't help but look over at my friends enjoying their larger screens and sometimes exclusive camera features like optical stabilization or the 5x telephoto camera. So as we get quickly closer to September when new iPhone 17 models are expected, several leaks about the iPhone 17 Pro Max have caught my attention and made me recons

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4 Best Folding Phones (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Other Folding Phones to Consider Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Photograph: Julian Chokkattu Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 for $1,100: Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip7 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) is a close second to Motorola's Razr Ultra. I liked the camera quality from Motorola's flip phone this year more than Samsung's—a big win for the Razr—but the Flip7 still captures nice photos and offers better video quality, if that's your thing. Samsung's latest Flip has a larger front screen, though you still have to jump th

New iPhone Fold leak makes the Galaxy Z Fold 7 cover display seem massive

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR A new report reinforces previous iPhone Fold leaks about a 5.5-inch cover screen and 7.8-inch inner display. The outer screen would be smaller than the first-gen Pixel Fold’s and a full inch smaller than that of the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The iPhone Fold isn’t expected to launch before the second half of 2026. We’ve been hearing about a foldable iPhone for a long time now, and it increasingly looks like 2026 might finally be the year. But if the latest iPho

Sonos gets to keep its CEO, as a treat

Sonos’ Very Bad 2024 is well documented. Its redesigned app endured a disastrous launch, to the extent that it was initially fundamentally broken. The company was then forced to delay two product launches in order to fix the botched software that its devices are so reliant on. And in the wake of the mess, the company’s then CEO Patrick Spence stepped down at the beginning of 2025. He was replaced by Tom Conrad on an interim basis, but after seemingly steadying what looked like a sinking ship, th

iPhone 17 Pro display rumor could be a great differentiator in lineup

This fall, Apple is introducing a brand new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air that may steal a lot of attention from the Pro models. But a recently rumored iPhone 17 Pro display feature could prove the best differentiator at just the right time. Pro models may lose a key display differentiator, but gain another Apple’s iPhone Pro models have, for several years now, carried a key display advantage: ProMotion. If you want an iPhone screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and always-on technology, you have to bu

A year later, the Sonos Ace is finally fulfilling its potential

2024 was an awful year for Sonos. Its long-awaited entry into a crowded headphones market was eclipsed by a bungled app launch which had a knock-on effect that impacted everything the company had planned to do for the rest of the year. Plus, those Ace headphones were missing a major feature. One year later, that TrueCinema spatial audio enhancement is finally ready. And with that update, Sonos added a few more improvements to the Ace, including two-person TV Audio Swap, adaptive noise cancellat

WatchOS 26 public beta could be coming soon - here are the features you'll get

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Your iPhone, Apple Watch, and other Apple-owned devices are getting a big overhaul very soon. The best part? You won't have to pay a dime for them -- all you have to do is update your software. Several new features are coming to WatchOS 26, and the seed 4 beta software is now available for developers, with a public beta rollout likely coming soon. Reddit users in the r/Apple Watch subreddit are already getting into the latest update and providing commentary on their most and

This USB-C iPhone case will let you finally ditch Lightning without buying a new phone

TL;DR Apple finally moved to USB-C for its smartphones in 2023, with the iPhone 15 series. While earlier models use Apple’s own Lightning port for charging and data transfers, USB adapters exist. Engineer Ken Pillonel has now built a low-profile USB-C adapter right into an iPhone case. Apple has been successful enough to get away with doing things its own way for years, and for the longest time, that meant that using its mobile hardware meant interfacing through some proprietary connectors. F

Sonos gets to keeps its CEO, as a treat

Sonos’ Very Bad 2024 is well documented. Its redesigned app endured a disastrous launch, to the extent that it was initially fundamentally broken. The company was then forced to delay two product launches in order to fix the botched software that its devices are so reliant on. And in the wake of the mess, the company’s then CEO Patrick Spence stepped down at the beginning of 2025. He was replaced by Tom Conrad on an interim basis, but after seemingly steadying what looked like a sinking ship, th

I replaced my Pixel 9 Pro with this $700 Android phone for a week - and it did some things better

Redmagic 10 Air ZDNET's key takeaways The Redmagic 10 Air Android phone is on sale now for $700. The Redmagic phone is as elegant as it is powerful and can handle some of the more challenging games. This camera system isn't necessarily flagship level, and you'll want to pay attention to network band support. $699 at Amazon I've held lots of Android phones in my hand, some feel awkward because of their size, while others fit just right. That Goldilocks effect is real, and in my experience, Red

Microsoft is testing new features to make your Android phone work better with Windows PCs

Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR Microsoft will soon let you remotely lock your PC and access its clipboard directly from your Android phone. The new clipboard feature allows your phone to access text and images copied on your PC, which is especially useful for Android phones without Phone Link’s native cross-device sync. An updated Link to Windows app on the phone will show a history of items copied to the PC’s clipboard and also include a new button to remotely lock your computer. The

24 hours later with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Why I'm leaving the S25 Ultra behind

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Update: This story was first published on July 8 and was updated on July 23 to reflect the new sales information. Has Samsung finally done it? I've been asking myself that question this whole day, as I've been going about life with the Galaxy Z Fold 7. By now, my previous daily driver, the Pixel 9 Pro, devoid of SIM cards and battery life, has been relegated to my drawer of forgottenness. With a foldable this thin, light, and capable, it just had to be this way. CNET survey: 6