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Galaxy S21 FE renders show very subtle design changes

JC Torres | Apr 11, 2021

There hasbeen some fuss lately over the Galaxy S20 FE, a.k.a. Fan Edition, but it isn't because it's new. It's more because of the oddity of launching a new configuration of that model this late in the game. It seems, however, that Samsung is using a strategy of making small tweaks and calling it a new thing. The upcoming Galaxy S21 FE is one such example and only keen-eyed observers will be able to tell it apart from the more expensive Galaxy S21.

Google Whitechapel in-house chip for Pixel phones: Things to know

Bharat Bhushan | Apr 11, 2021

Last year, Google CEO Sundar Pichai made a statement that the company is investing a huge chunk into hardware and that it had a perfect roadmap for 2021. This triggered a row of speculations as tech pundits predicted Google to be venturing into the SoC space, developing its own chips for the Pixel and Chromebooks of the future.

Samsung iTest web app lets you experience Android on an iPhone

Ewdison Then | Apr 8, 2021

When Apple launched its first-ever Android app in 2015, it wasn't the much-desired Music app or even iMessage. It was an app that helped Android users "Move to iOS", or at least migrate some of their phone's compatible data. Nearly six years later, Samsung is biting back with a rather curious but admittedly impressive web app that lets those from the other side get a taste of what Android, technically Samsung's Galaxy flavor, is all about.

Galaxy SmartTag+ with UWB support gets a release date

Eric Abent | Apr 8, 2021

Earlier this year, Samsung revealed an enhanced SmartTag it's simply calling the SmartTag+. Functionality is still mostly the same - you'll still attach these SmartTags to items that prone to to being misplaced so you can find them easily - but as the name suggests, SmartTag+ comes with new functionality over its predecessor. Now, Samsung has told when we can expect SmartTag+ to launch.

Samsung 2021 A-Series revealed: 120Hz A52 5G plus A42 5G with Verizon mmWave

Chris Davies | Apr 7, 2021

Samsung has unveiled its 2021 A-Series smartphones, and if you've been waiting for affordable 5G then Android handsets like the A52 5G, A42 5G, and A32 5G might fit the bill. Launching across various US carriers from later this s week, the three new 5G devices - and two even cheaper 4G LTE A-Series phones, the A12 and A02s - significantly undercut the Galaxy S21 family, despite grabbing a fair few of their features.

Samsung’s newest Android phone has a vast battery and a big drawback

Chris Davies | Apr 5, 2021

Samsung may offer its powerhouse Galaxy S series and stylish Galaxy A series in the US, but it seems we may be missing out on maximum battery life compared to users in other markets. At least, that's the clear takeaway from the new Samsung Galaxy F12, freshly announced with a whopping 6,000 mAh battery.

Samsung and Adidas team on very special Galaxy Buds Pro – but you can’t have them

Eric Abent | Apr 5, 2021

Samsung today announced that it's partnering with Adidas to offer a new, somewhat eco-friendly pair of special edition Galaxy Buds Pro. The Galaxy Buds Pro will be offered in a new package called the "Galaxy Buds Pro with Adidas Originals Special Pack," and that pack will offer more aside from just the wireless earbuds. Users will also get a wireless charging case in the shape of an Adidas Originals snapback, along with a coupon for a pair of Stan Smith sneakers.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 $200 price cut trims flagship 5G foldable

Chris Davies | Apr 2, 2021

Samsung has made its flagship foldable cheaper, slicing pricing for the Galaxy Z Fold 2 as part of its 2021 push to make the new form-factor more affordable. The starting price for the cheapest Galaxy Z Fold 2 is now $200 less, though it's still among the most expensive options on the smartphone market today.

Pixel 6 will reportedly debut Google’s Apple-inspired Whitechapel chip

Chris Davies | Apr 2, 2021

Google's new Pixel phone is expected to switch to a homegrown processor chip known as Whitechapel, sources claim, as what's expected to be the Pixel 6 takes a page out of Apple's successful iPhone strategy playbook. So far, Google's phones have followed the same hardware approach as most Android devices, using chipsets from Qualcomm's Snapdragon series.

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ hits preorder

Satsuki Then | Apr 2, 2021

Samsung has been talking up its new Galaxy SmartTag Plus gadgets since the beginning of the year. When they were first talked about, the launch date was noted as coming soon. The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag Plus is now officially available for preorder, with an expected availability date of April 12, 2021. That's only a bit more than a week from now.

Samsung teams with Hulu to launch a Galaxy S21 photography show

Brittany A. Roston | Apr 1, 2021

Samsung has teamed up with Hulu to launch a new reality competition series called Exposure. This is, put simply, a branded collaboration that will essentially market the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G handset to viewers -- the entire series is based on using the phone to complete photography challenges.

Samsung TV Plus expands to 10 more countries

JC Torres | Apr 1, 2021

It doesn't exactly have a premium subscription offering nor original video content under its name but that hasn't stopped Samsung from rolling out its own streaming service. Of course, Samsung TV Plus basically just collects shows, news, and content streamed by others but, at least for those with access to the service, the no-subscription free content is enough of an incentive. It does require that the streaming service be available in your country, not to mention your Smart TV, and Samsung just announced a big expansion to make sure that is the case.