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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 to Feature Reduced Display Crease with New Technology
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is expected to feature a smaller display crease through new UTG technology and structural enhancements, potentially reducing visibility by around 20%.
Samsung's Multi-Name Strategy: One Phone, Three Identities
Samsung is reportedly preparing to market identical hardware as the Galaxy A07 5G, F07e 5G, and M17e 5G, tailoring names to different countries and sales channels like Flipkart and Amazon.
Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xperia 5 IV Receive LineageOS 23.0 Support
Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xperia 5 IV gain official LineageOS 23.0 support, bringing Android 14-based custom firmware to these premium smartphones.
Rediscovering the Apple Watch: Why Returning After Two Years Feels Like a Revelation
A tech journalist returns to the Apple Watch after two years away and is surprised by how much the experience has improved, particularly in health features and seamless integration, making it feel essential rather than optional.
Realme P4 Power's TransView Design Detailed Ahead of India Launch
Realme has detailed the TransView design of its upcoming P4 Power smartphone, featuring a dual-tone back with semi-transparent elements, three color options, and a massive 10,000mAh battery, set to launch soon in India.
Customize Galaxy Home Screen Folders with One UI 8.5
Samsung's One UI 8.5 enables Galaxy users to create custom-sized home screen folders via the Good Lock Home Up app, offering adjustable transparency and icon scaling.
OnePlus Next Flagship May Deliver Major Camera Upgrade with 200MP Sensor
OnePlus may finally upgrade its flagship cameras with a 200MP primary sensor and dual 50MP lenses, aiming to compete with top rivals after recent models prioritized performance over imaging.
Samsung Home Up Update Unlocks Enhanced One UI 8.5 Customization
Samsung has released a major Home Up update that fixes compatibility with One UI 8.5 beta, offering enhanced home screen customization including better folder layouts and foldable-specific tweaks, though some animation issues persist.
Why a Longtime Foldable Enthusiast Is Finally Giving Up After 5 Years
A tech journalist who enthusiastically embraced foldable phones from their early days has decided to quit after five years of use, citing durability concerns, software inconsistencies, and practical drawbacks that outweigh the novelty.
ASUS Halts Smartphone Production to Focus on AI Hardware
ASUS has officially confirmed it will not release any new smartphones this year and is redirecting all smartphone R&D resources to AI hardware development, including AI PCs and smart glasses, signaling a likely permanent exit from the competitive mobile market.
Galaxy S25 One UI 8.5 Beta 4 Changelog Details Bug Fixes and Bixby Update
The changelog for the upcoming One UI 8.5 Beta 4 update for the Galaxy S25 series has surfaced, detailing five fixes including Bixby updates, phone app search history, Bluetooth call switching, number pasting, and AI Select behavior.
Realme Neo8 Battery Capacity and Key Features Officially Confirmed
Realme confirms the Neo8 will feature an 8,000mAh battery, IP68 rating, 165Hz Samsung OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, and Realme UI 7.0 ahead of its launch.