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Samsung One UI 8.5 Beta Program Nears Launch for Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7
Samsung is gearing up to launch the One UI 8.5 beta program for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, following the discovery of official firmware files and dedicated community forum sections, signaling an imminent release for testing the redesigned and more customizable Android interface.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Teardown Reveals Enhanced Cooling and Maintained Repairability
A teardown of the Galaxy S26 Ultra reveals a new four-layer cooling system that adds thermal paste for better heat dissipation, while the phone maintains the same high repairability score as its predecessor despite a thinner body.
Galaxy S26's Ask AI Feature Faces Limited Global Rollout
Samsung's Galaxy S26 introduces Ask AI, a browser-based tool for comparing and organizing web data, but it's only accessible in South Korea and the US, limiting its global usefulness.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Drop Test: Assessing Samsung's Titanium-to-Aluminum Shift
A drop test of the Galaxy S26 Ultra shows its Armor Aluminum 2 frame holds up well, though a camera lens cracked and cosmetic damage may be more visible than on the titanium S25 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Receives First Software Update with February 2026 Security Patch
Samsung has released the first software update for the new Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra, delivering the February 2026 security patch which fixes 37 security issues. The update is rolling out first in South Korea.
Samsung's $1,300 Galaxy S26 Ultra Criticized for Bloatware Despite Premium Price
Samsung's premium Galaxy S26 Ultra, starting at $1,300, includes substantial bloatware from companies like Meta and Microsoft, consuming over 40GB of storage on a 512GB model before any user data is added.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Durability Test: Aluminum Frame Holds Up in Drop Assessment
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra survives drop tests with minor damage to its aluminum frame and camera lens glass, remaining fully functional with a 9/10 repairability score.
Samsung Galaxy S25 May Gain S26 Camera Feature in Future Update
Samsung may update the Galaxy S25 to include the Galaxy S26's Virtual Aperture feature for telephoto cameras, allowing software-based background blur adjustment in portrait photos.
iPhone 18 Pro: 7 Major Upgrades Expected This Fall
The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro is expected to bring seven key upgrades including a smaller Dynamic Island, variable aperture camera, new A20 Pro chip, Apple's cellular modem, and design refinements.
vivo X300s Confirmed for Imminent Launch with Key Specifications Unveiled
vivo has confirmed the imminent launch of the X300s smartphone, featuring a 6.78-inch 144Hz AMOLED display, 200MP main camera, dual speakers, and rumored Dimensity 9500 chipset with 7,000mAh battery.
Galaxy S26 Now Available for Minutes Delivery in India via Instant Platforms
In India, instant delivery platforms Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart have started selling the Galaxy S26 series, offering delivery within minutes in select cities like Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, ahead of Samsung's official retail launch on March 11, 2026.
OPPO Find N6 Foldable Launching March 17 with AI Pen Stylus and Watch X3 Companion
OPPO's Find N6 foldable launches March 17 with AI Pen stylus support, Hasselblad cameras, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and Watch X3 smartwatch companion.