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Samsung is said to be preparing a shift from unlimited free Galaxy AI tools to a tiered system with usage credits, according to reports. Features like Photo Assist, Now Brief and Creative Studio would stay free but capped, with a paid Galaxy AI Premium subscription offering up to four times the usage limit plus extra features, starting around $4.99 monthly or $47.99 yearly.
SemiAnalysis reports that Chinese company Envision has completed the first 120MW phase of its Galaxy AI data center campus in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, in under a year, at roughly one-fifth the cost of comparable US facilities. The full campus, serving two unnamed internet companies, is planned to reach 800MW of IT capacity by 2027, pairing data halls with dedicated wind farms and battery storage rather than relying solely on the local grid.
Early test builds of One UI 9.5 reportedly include a PC-style interface for Samsung Internet when used with Samsung DeX, along with a desktop sidebar and dedicated Galaxy AI tools. These features appear to be in development and have not been officially announced by Samsung.
Envision Energy says it has deployed what it calls the first commercial 800-volt DC power system at its Galaxy AI data center in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, running since August under the Dubhe Controller and Dubhe Energy Foundation Model. The system converts electricity directly from 10kV medium-voltage AC to an 800V DC bus, cutting out conventional conversion stages, and pairs solid-state transformers with battery storage for millisecond-level load balancing. The Galaxy campus is planned to scale to 3GW and eventually support up to one million AI accelerators.
Amazon is selling the white Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus with 512GB storage and 12GB RAM for $970, a $429 cut from its $1,399.99 list price. The deal applies only to the white color option, and the phone otherwise retains its 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and Galaxy AI features.
Samsung reported a second consecutive quarterly operating loss for its mobile division and warned that rising memory and component costs will push device prices higher in 2027, likely cutting shipments especially in entry-level and mid-range lines. The company said it is still moving ahead with Intelligent Eyewear launching in Q4, plans for a new TriFold and other form factors in 2027, and upgrades to its next Galaxy S series and foldables.
Amazon is selling the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $799, down from its $1,299.99 list price, marking a 39% cut and the phone's lowest price yet. The 256GB flagship retains its full specs, including a 6.9-inch QHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, titanium frame, Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip, 200MP camera system, 5,000mAh battery, built-in S Pen and Galaxy AI features such as Gemini integration and Audio Eraser.
Amazon is selling the 512GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for $1,199.99, a $400 (25%) discount off its $1,599.99 list price. The listing carries a 4.6 out of 5 rating from buyers. The phone features a 6.9-inch QHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip, 12GB RAM, a 200MP main camera with multiple telephoto and ultrawide lenses, a 5,000mAh battery, and runs Android 16 with One UI 8.5 and Galaxy AI/Gemini features.
Samsung's first clip-on earbuds, the Galaxy Buds On, go on sale in South Korea on October 27 priced at 299,000 won (about $226). The open-ear design includes TwinBoost speakers, sound-leakage reduction, and Galaxy AI features like head-gesture call answering and voice memo recording. Early buyers through November 30 get two 30% discount coupons for Buds accessories.
Samsung's One UI 9, running Android 17, delivers a smooth experience and timely security patches on the Galaxy S26 Plus, according to an Android Authority reviewer. However, the reviewer says Galaxy AI features like Now Brief and Now Nudge continue to underdeliver, with Now Brief failing to surface news matching the user's stated interests even after customization.
Amazon is selling the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra at $945 in one color option, a discount of about 32% off its original price. The deal reportedly saves buyers more than $450, and the device carries a 4.6-star rating on Amazon. The phone includes S Pen support and Samsung's Galaxy AI features.
Amazon is selling Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, the 46mm stainless-steel smartwatch with a rotating bezel, Wear OS, Galaxy AI and health tracking features, for $389.99 instead of its $549.99 list price. The discount, a 28% cut saving $160, requires an active Amazon Prime membership, though new users can sign up for a free 30-day trial.