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Samsung's One UI 8.5 May Add Family Contact Reminders to Galaxy Phones
Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta reportedly includes a feature that prompts users to contact family members after periods of inactivity, showing days since last contact.
Samsung Releases Third One UI 8.5 Beta for Galaxy S25 Series with Key Fixes
Samsung has launched the third One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25 series, fixing lock screen clock errors, gallery lag during Live Effects, and high battery consumption while adding the January 2026 security patch.
The Smartphone Camera Feature That Should Be Left Behind in 2025
Analysis of smartphone camera trends indicates that AI sky replacement features consistently produce unnatural results and should be phased out in favor of more authentic photography tools.
Samsung Galaxy Phones May Gain "Hey Plex" Voice Command for Perplexity AI
Samsung appears to be developing a "Hey Plex" voice command for Galaxy phones, allowing users to activate the Perplexity AI assistant hands-free, as indicated by code in a recent app update.
Galaxy S26 Series May See Regional Price Increases and Reduced Pre-Order Perks
The Galaxy S26 series might see price increases in South Korea due to rising memory chip costs, while US prices could remain stable. Samsung may also reduce pre-order perks like free storage upgrades to offset expenses.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rumors: Lighter Weight and Bigger Battery Possible
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is rumored to be 15 grams lighter than the Z Fold 7 while featuring a larger 5,000mAh battery, potentially offering both improved portability and extended battery life.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Price Increase Expected, But US Market May Be Spared
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to see price increases in many markets, including South Korea, due to rising component costs. However, Samsung reportedly plans to keep US prices steady to remain competitive, particularly against Apple.
5 Must-Try New Android Apps for January 2026
January 2026 brings exciting new Android apps including DogEar for book quotes, Where Winds Meet RPG, Seriatim Reader for sentence-by-sentence reading, and Caresleep for offline sleep sounds.
Samsung Smart Fridges Gain Voice-Controlled Doors and AI Features
Samsung has unveiled new features for its Family Hub smart fridges, including voice-controlled door operation and advanced AI integration for food management and cooking assistance.
How to Set Up Voicemail on Your Smartphone: A Complete Guide
Setting up voicemail involves dialing your carrier's system, creating a password, and recording a greeting. Visual voicemail offers enhanced message management with text transcription and selective playback.
Galaxy S26 Edge: From Cancellation Rumors to Certification Hints
The Galaxy S26 Edge, thought to be canceled multiple times, has received certification in India, suggesting Samsung may still launch it despite earlier reports of its demise.
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra May Finally Get Major Camera Hardware Upgrades
After years of criticism for minimal camera hardware evolution, Samsung may finally upgrade the primary, ultrawide, and front camera sensors on the Galaxy S27 Ultra, while keeping telephoto largely unchanged.