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Just bought a new Galaxy foldable? Watch out for this alert-hiding bug

Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 suffer from a Do Not Disturb bug. Custom Do Not Disturb settings can reset automatically, removing your call or notification filters. A fix exists for the Galaxy S25 series in One UI 8 beta 5, but not yet for the Fold 7 or Flip 7. When you buy a flagship Samsung phone, the minimum you expect is smooth sailing with the core functionality. Still, early Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 owners might want to double-check th

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: I tested both flagships, and the winner is not so obvious

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (left) next to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (right). Kerry Wan/ZDNET The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is one of the hottest new Android phones right now, but how does it stack up to the current champ? Ahead of last week's Made by Google event, I spent an intimate morning handling both the new Pixel model and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to determine which one deserves a spot in your pocket. The answer is... complicated. Also: Everything announced at Made by Google 2025: Pi

Not just phones and TVs: Samsung is bringing 7 years of updates to more devices

Jonathan Feist / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has announced that it’s bringing One UI and seven years of updates to its smart appliances. One UI on these appliances will bring a design in line with mobile devices, along with Now Brief and other features. Meanwhile, the update policy applies to Wi-Fi-enabled appliances launched in 2024 or later. Samsung made tech headlines a few years ago when it announced seven years of OS and security updates for its phones. The company has since extende

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 shows why the punch-hole camera is here to stay, and I’m not mad about it

Ryan Haines / Android Authority After years of feeling a bit stagnant, Samsung’s rejigged Galaxy Z Fold 7 booklet foldable has found some new fans in the Android Authority team. Its wonderfully slim design, more comfortable aspect ratio, and stellar One UI software make this an ultra-premium foldable that’s truly worth the substantial investment. One change that’s flown under the radar is Samsung’s return to a punch-hole selfie camera, in place of the under-display setup from years gone by. Wh

The best AirTag alternative for Samsung users is currently 30% off

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 in white. Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Bluetooth trackers are a handy piece of technology because they provide a cheap and easy way to locate lost items like your keys or pets that made a break for it. One of the better options out there is the Galaxy SmartTag2, which is currently on sale. On Samsung's website, the single-pack Galaxy SmartTag2 is retailing for $21, a 30% price drop. This deal applies to both the black and whit

Samsung's new $29,999 Micro RGB TV looks ridiculously good

Last week, Samsung announced the world's first Micro RGB TV and while it sounded fantastic on paper, you can never really get a good sense of what a fresh display looks like until you see it in person. But after going to Samsung's new headquarters in New Jersey, I can attest that it is truly a sight to behold. Now, before we get to the TV itself, it's probably a good idea to dive into what's going on with Samsung's latest panel tech. In many ways, Micro RGB is a step up from current Mini LED sc

Samsung’s Micro RGB TV isn’t real Micro LED—but it’s so good you may not even care

Samsung provided ground transportation from Brooklyn, New York, to Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, so Ars could demo its Micro RGB TV. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, New Jersey—Micro LED is still years away, but the next best thing is taking shape right now. A $30,000 price tag and 114.5-inch diagonal size makes the Samsung "Micro RGB" TV that I demoed this week unattainable for most. But the unique RGB backlight and Micro LED-sized diodes it employs represent a gro

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Samsung’s “Micro RGB” TV proves the value of RGB backlights for premium displays

Samsung provided ground transportation from Brooklyn, New York, to Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, so Ars could demo its Micro RGB TV. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, New Jersey—Micro LED is still years away, but the next best thing is taking shape right now. A $30,000 price tag and 114.5-inch diagonal size makes the Samsung "Micro RGB" TV that I demoed this week unattainable for most. But the unique RGB backlight and Micro LED-sized diodes it employs represent a gro

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Deal: Remember, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is still $300 off

Ryan Haines / Android Authority The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold may be the most talked-about foldable phone right now, as it was just announced. We can’t forget about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, though. Whether you like it better than Google’s alternative is a subjective matter. One thing is for sure, though: it is currently cheaper, thanks to a $300 discount. What’s best is that you don’t have to wait for it (the Pixel 10 Pro Fold doesn’t actually launch until October). Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z

One UI 8 could let you silence the most annoying system indicator (APK teardown)

Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR One UI 8 may add an option to hide the location icon in the status bar when only system apps are accessing it. The icon would still appear when third-party apps access your location, alerting you to unexpected behavior. The change addresses complaints from Galaxy owners about the icon being almost constantly on since One UI 7. For months, Galaxy owners have complained about the location icon constantly lighting up in the status bar, often triggered by Sam

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge price drops further, saving you $270

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Some of us just want a smaller phone! Since those are becoming amazingly rare, the next best thing is to get a thinner device, and the hottest slim phone right now is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. It’s been on a nice sale since last week, and the deal got even sweeter today. Buy the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge for just $829.95 ($270.04 off) This offer is available from Amazon. This lower price is only available for the Titanium Jetblack color version. Other variants

SK hynix dethrones Samsung as world’s top DRAM maker

For the first time in more than three decades, Samsung Electronics has been unseated as the world’s top DRAM maker, with SK hynix seizing the crown on the strength of booming demand for AI memory chips and an exclusive supply deal with Nvidia.Samsung Electronics’ global DRAM market share fell by 8.8 percentage points over the past six months — its sharpest decline since the company began disclosing the figure in 1999.According to its semiannual report released on Thursday, Samsung’s DRAM market

8 reasons I’d get the Google Pixel Watch 4 over the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8

The Galaxy Watch 8 hit shelves weeks ago, landing with shiny hardware and Samsung’s signature polish. Now the Pixel Watch 4 is available with an updated display, a bigger battery, and key software improvements. Here are seven reasons Google’s latest smartwatch is the one I’d actually spend my own money on. Do you prefer the Google Pixel Watch 4 or Samsung Galaxy Watch 8? 2 votes Google Pixel Watch 4 50 % Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 50 % Neither. 0 % 1. Looks can kill (my interest) I haven’t been s

Samsung reveals top apps downloaded by US Galaxy users this summer

Damien Wilde / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has revealed a ranked list of the top apps Galaxy users downloaded from the Galaxy Store this summer. The company will release similar lists going forward to showcase the Galaxy Store’s most downloaded apps. Samsung TV Plus took the top spot in the rankings this summer, followed by a mix of streaming services, mobile games, and productivity apps. For the first time ever, Samsung has released a ranking of the most downloaded apps from the Galaxy

I took 500 photos with the two best Android camera phones - and the winner was obvious

Prakhar Khanna/ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Oppo Find X8 Ultra performs better than its Samsung rival in almost every scenario. The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes close in ultrawide camera comparison. Oppo's flagship has unique features like XPAN mode, Hasselblad color science, and Master mode. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra houses one of the most versatile camera systems on a mainstream phone, thanks to its two telephoto cameras and an ultrawide sensor coupled with a 200MP primary camera. Also: Sams

Samsung’s New ‘Fan Edition’ Earbuds Beat the Pricier Buds 3 Pro in One Key Way

After some major leaks earlier this month, Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 FE are finally here, and on paper, they look like a pretty good deal. While the “FE” moniker, short for Fan Edition, often signifies a lower price point in exchange for some compromises on features, the new Galaxy Buds 3 FE actually beats Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 Pro in a couple of key areas, and one of those battlegrounds is battery life. See Galaxy Buds3 FE at Samsung.com According to Samsung, the $150 Buds 3 FE offer 6 hours

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 plummets to new record-low price, saving you $300!

Ryan Haines / Android Authority OK, now we are talking! We’ve seen some great Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 offers, including storage upgrades and free gift cards, but this is the first time we’ve seen an actual discount on the device, and it’s a pretty good one! You can take the Galaxy Z Fold 7 home at a $300 discount. Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 for just $1,699.99 ($300 off) This offer is available from Amazon as a “limited time deal.” The discount applies to all color versions available from

Samsung's New Galaxy Buds 3 FE Cost $100 Less Than the Flagship Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

Samsung's $250 flagship Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are among the top noise-canceling earbuds. Now Samsung has launched the more affordable "fan edition"Galaxy Buds 3 FE that look nearly identical to the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro but are missing those buds' LED lighting element, have a single-driver design instead of a dual-driver design and leave off a few other features. They will be available on Sept. 4 in black or gray. Read more: Best wireless earbuds of 2025 Like the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, the Galaxy Buds 3 F

Move over, boring gray: The Galaxy Tab S10 Lite might surprise with a bold color

TL;DR The Galaxy Tab S10 Lite is said to have a 10.9-inch display with a resolution of 2112 x 1320 pixels. Reportedly, the tablet will feature an 8,000mAh battery, 6GB and 8GB of RAM, and 128GB and 256GB of storage. The device may be available in gray, silver, and red. Samsung is expected to launch a selection of new tablets soon. One of those tablets is believed to be the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, which will be a mid-range offering. While an earlier leak already spilled quite a few details about

New Galaxy Buds 3 FE bring Pro-level features at a much lower price

Samsung TL;DR Samsung has announced the Galaxy Buds 3 FE with a design identical to the Buds 3 Pro. Besides the similar design, the Buds 3 FE also get features such as the AI Interpreter mode, Crystal Clear Sound, and 360º spatial audio. The Buds 3 FE are lighter but get a longer battery life than the Buds 3 Pro. Unlike its smartphones, Samsung does not follow a yearly upgrade cycle for its flagship earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro, launched in July 2024, have yet to find a successo

Samsung brings its AirPods-esque 'blade' design to the Galaxy Buds 3 FE

Last summer, Samsung overhauled its Galaxy Buds line with the Galaxy Buds 3 and 3 Pro. This year, the company is adding a third, more affordable option to its earbuds family with the Galaxy Buds 3 FE ($150). This so-called "fan edition" carries a "blade" design similar to the existing Galaxy Buds 3 duo, but has the ear tip fit akin to the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Active noise cancellation (ANC) is still in the mix here, even with the lower price, and a solid list of features make these an option to co

Samsung’s budget Galaxy Buds 3 FE are here

is a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for 20 years. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The Fan Edition Galaxy Buds 3 have ditched the blob for a stemmed design popularized by Apple and found in Samsung’s higher end Galaxy Buds 3 models launched last year. The Galaxy Buds 3 FE arrive with improved sound, enhanced active noise cancellat

Samsung phones could finally offer a vivid photo profile, but there’s bad news

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR A leaker claims Samsung could offer a ‘vivid’ photo style in ‘the next version’ of One UI 8. This would allow you to take photos with more saturated colors compared to the default profile. Unfortunately, this vivid style seems to be tied to Samsung’s new photo watermarks. Samsung offers some of the best camera phones around, and these devices recently gained a custom filter option so you can personalize your image output. However, Galaxy phones still lac

The one feature that keeps me from recommending flip phones

is a reviewer with over a decade of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. How it started I carry a lot of different phones around, and I rarely get questions about them because most people stopped talking about which phone they own around 2017. I could be using an unreleased iPhone 18 Pro Max Air Ultra to pay for my coffee and nobody would raise an eyebrow (present company excepted, of course).

Samsung taking market share from Apple in U.S. as foldable phones gain momentum

In this article AAPL Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT In 2014, Apple and Samsung were duking it out to rule the U.S. smartphone market. Samsung was selling devices with large screens, and iPhone fans were demanding a response. It took Apple some time, but the company finally released the iPhone 6, breaking with previous iterations and giving consumers a large-screen option. The iPhone won. But more than a decade later, recent smartphone sales and shipment figures signal that the

Pairing your Galaxy Watch with a non-Samsung phone? Here’s what you’re missing out on

Andy Walker / Android Authority Samsung’s smartwatches (and the Galaxy Ring) are compatible with most Android phones, but you’ll only get the full experience when paired with Samsung Galaxy smartphones. This applies to older Galaxy Watch models up to the latest Galaxy Watch 8 series and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025. But what are these features, and are they worth considering switching smartphones for? Do you use a Galaxy Watch with a Samsung smartphone? 65 votes Yes, I do. 40 % No, I pair my Galaxy

Changing these 10 settings on my Samsung phone greatly improved the user experience

Kerry Wan/ZDNET I've been fairly vocal recently that Samsung's One UI 7 is my favorite Android skin. 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

I Tested the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE and Had Mixed Feelings (Until I Saw the Sale Price)

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 7.5 / 10 SCORE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE $700 at Amazon $700 at Walmart Pros The same software experience as the Z Flip 7 Smaller cover screen is still functional Cameras the same as the Flip 6 and Flip 7 Cons Fingerprint and dust magnet May run warm Battery life gets through a day, but not much more I've spent a few weeks testing Samsung's $900 Gala

The Galaxy S26 Pro might kill the best Samsung phone for most people

Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority We’ve heard that Apple is planning to shake up its iPhone lineup this year by dropping the Plus model in favor of a thinner iPhone Air — going from the least-hyped iPhone to what’s sure to be an attention grabber. Samsung, too, introduced the Galaxy S25 Edge to show off a slimmer design on the Android side. But the rest of the S25 lineup? Boring with a capital B. There weren’t enough changes to justify it as a worthwhile early upgrade over the Galaxy S24 ser

Samsung is working on an all-new pair of smart glasses to take on Ray-Ban Meta

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung is reportedly developing affordable smart glasses inspired by Ray-Ban Meta. The glasses may include a camera, speakers, and a microphone, but no display. Set for a late 2026 debut, these smart glasses are separate from Samsung’s XR headset plans. Smart glasses remain a particularly niche genre of wearable technology, even in mid-2025, but they are steadily growing in popularity. While the Ray-Ban Meta continues to lead the charge and has prove