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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Review: I Didn’t Expect to Become a Foldable Convert

Kimberly Gedeon — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:13:30 +0000

The AED 7,599 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 brings a new short-and-wide shape to Samsung’s foldable lineup, while the classic tall-and-skinny design lives on as the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. After testing it …

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Motorola Razr Fold: Which Foldable Works Best for You?

Florence Ion — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:20:33 +0000

Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 debuts a new, smaller form factor that might be better for some, while Motorola's Razr Fold is a large, powerful, long-lasting foldable. Which is the superior choice? I have some answers.

Price: Two Different Deals

The base model of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 starts at $1,899.99 (approximately AED 6,973 / SAR 7,125) for 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Samsung is also selling 512GB ($2,099.00) and 1TB ($2,599.99) versions. The Motorola Razr Fold also starts at $1,899, but …

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Z Fold 8 Ultra: Go Square or Pay More?

Kimberly Gedeon — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:17:54 +0000

This year's Galaxy Fold lineup splits into two distinct shapes. I've used both phones and can help you decide which design is right for you, plus how the specs, features, and value factor stack up.

Price: Sell Your Kidneys First

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra’s $2,099 starting price (approximately AED 7,703 / SAR 7,871) may trigger sticker shock for some, but I've been following the ongoing component crisis, so my jaw has remained …

Galaxy Unpacked: 5 Things That'll Make Samsung's New Foldables Nearly Flawless

Kimberly Gedeon — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:25:38 +0000

Samsung's annual foldable event is set for July 22, and I'm crossing my fingers that the next wave of flippy, bendable phones delivers everything on my wishlist.

It's that time of year again: The annual summer Galaxy Unpacked event, when Samsung unleashes a new wave of foldables. Out of the big three phone makers—Apple, Google, and Samsung—the Korea-based tech giant was the first to make the foldable leap in 2019, laying down …

The Best Projectors for 2026

M. David Stone — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:44:22 +0000

Need a projector for business presentations, fast-paced gaming, or family movie night? We've tested these top-rated portable and full-size projectors to help you find just the right one for home, office, or the road.

If you've read through our reasons for recommending each projector, you've probably noticed that they vary depending on several factors: what you plan to use the projector for, your budget, and even purely subjective considerations like whether you find rainbow artifacts annoying. You need to take all these issues into …

The Best Business VoIP Services for 2026

Ben Moore, John Brandon — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:13:16 +0000

Every company, no matter the size, needs a robust communications platform. The top voice over IP (VoIP) services we've tested deliver enterprise-grade phone system features at a small-business-friendly price.

What Is a VoIP Phone System?

Traditional landline phones are a form of analog telephony. VoIP, on the other hand, brings voice calling to the digital age. VoIP systems convert voice calls into network packets and transmit them over the internet or other IP-based networks. Most also include a bridge to …

Samsung's New Foldable Campaign Is a Cryptic, ASMR-Filled Puzzle

Florence Ion — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Foldables are old news, so Samsung is manufacturing the hype for its next Galaxy Unpacked event with a targeted social media campaign teasing its next generation of foldables.

Foldable smartphones are now established in the market, but are still very expensive. Since the novelty of the bending screen is waning, Samsung is manufacturing its own hype for its upcoming foldables update in a curated social media campaign. As its annual summer Galaxy Unpacked event quickly …

The Best Password Managers for 2026

Kim Key — Mon, 04 May 2026 19:17:25 +0000

Stop using the same login credentials everywhere. The top password managers we've tested create unique, strong passwords for each of your online accounts and alert you to potential data leaks.

Why You Can Trust Our Recommendations

We test each password manager's functionality across multiple platforms to ensure it can capture and replay credentials, store sensitive data in an encrypted vault, automatically fill out web forms while shopping online, create unique, strong passwords, and support other key …

The Best Video Conferencing Software for 2026

Chris Hoffman, Ruben Circelli — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:24:18 +0000

The top video conferencing services we've tested help you stay connected and communicate with clients, team members, and anyone else, no matter where you are.

What Is Video Conferencing Software?

Video conferencing software continues to evolve. Initially, it was available only in the form of pricey conference room systems that combined specific hardware and software. Now, popular cloud-based services largely work within a browser and don't require any dedicated infrastructure.

Contemporary video conferencing systems offer a wealth …

The Best Cloud Hosting Services for 2026

Gabriel Zamora — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:29:54 +0000

Cloud hosting offers the resource flexibility and power that you won't find with standard, single-server web hosting. Here's everything you need to know to choose the right cloud hosting service for your website, along with our top picks.

What Is Cloud Hosting?

Traditional hosting lets your website leverage the resources of a single server, including its CPU, RAM, storage, and data transfers. With shared hosting, for example, your website shares resources with other sites hosted on the same server. The result is many annoying …

Arcserve ShadowProtect SPX

Edward Mendelson — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:05:00 +0000

If you’re serious about backing up your data and protecting your system, chances are you already use Arcserve ShadowProtect SPX as your go-to backup service. If you aren’t, you probably should be. The app creates and restores only one kind of backup—the kind that creates an image …

The Best Antispyware Software for 2026

Neil J. Rubenking — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:27:41 +0000

Antivirus and security suites should protect you against all types of malware, including spyware. These are our top-rated choices for the best spyware protection.

What Is Spyware and How Does It Work?

Just what is spyware? The term covers a wide variety of sinister software—programs that can capture your passwords as you type, or spy on you through a webcam, or collect your personal data and send it to hacker HQ.

As the name implies, …

Affinity

Michael Muchmore — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:22:09 +0000

For decades, Affinity has tried to loosen Adobe's firm grip on the graphic design, layout, and photo editing software industries by offering similar tools for less. And now, under Canva's ownership, the company bundles three formerly separate apps (Designer, Photo, …

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's Screen Isn’t as Good as First Claimed

James Peckham — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:08:30 +0000

The brand incorrectly told some media it would use a 10-bit panel for greater color depth.

A week after Unpacked, where Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 series, the brand has now confirmed that a previously touted screen upgrade on the Galaxy S26 Ultra isn’t on its next-gen smartphone.

Samsung told select press and media outlets ahead of its Galaxy S26 Ultra …

Galaxy S26, Buds4, More AI: Everything You Missed at Samsung Unpacked

James Peckham — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:20:48 +0000

Samsung reserves some of its best perks for the S26 Ultra, but the rest of the lineup is worth checking out, too. Here's what you missed from this week's Unpacked.

The Galaxy S26 was the star of this week's Unpacked event in San Francisco, but we also got some new earbuds and a whole lot of AI, of course.

The Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra arrive …

I Put the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display to the Test. It Seriously Feels Like Spy-Level Tech

Eric Zeman — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:37:48 +0000

Samsung is going all-in on security for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. At the company's Unpacked event, I checked out the phone's new Privacy Display, which lets you hide your screen so others can't see it.

SAN FRANCISCO—Some things are meant to stay private, whether it's a messaging thread, company data, or government secrets. Mobile phones are privacy disasters waiting to happen. Much of our most sensitive information is accessible via phone, including our government IDs, financial details, health data, and work materials.

Samsung believes one …

I Listened to Samsung’s New Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: The Bass Alone Is Enough to Worry Apple

Eric Zeman — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:47:52 +0000

At Samsung Unpacked, I tested the company's new Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro noise-cancelling earphones alongside three S26 phones, and it's already clear that the Buds4 Pro is a serious contender.

SAN FRANCISCO—Mobile tech companies, such as Apple, Google, and Samsung, clearly don't just want their phones in our pockets. They also want watches on our wrists and buds in our ears—and they want all three of those products to come from one source. Enter the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 …

Galaxy S26 Edge Looks Unlikely, Samsung Yet to Make Final Decision

James Peckham — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:45:53 +0000

A Samsung representative confirmed that sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge were lower than those of other models.

Samsung isn’t sure whether it will make a new super-thin phone to replace the Galaxy S25 Edge and further compete with the iPhone Air.

In an interview with Bloomberg, Samsung's Mobile Experience chief operating officer, Won-Joon …

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Is Missing This One Important Thing. Is It a Deal-Breaker?

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has a lot of impressive features, but unlike the iPhone and Pixel, it doesn't include magnetic charging. Here's why that might matter to you.

SAN FRANCISCO—Last summer, Samsung explained that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 doesn't support magnetic wireless charging because there is no space inside the chassis to fit the magnets. But since the foldable is an engineering marvel and deliciously thin, it's somewhat easy to …

S26 Ultra, Buds4, Perplexity AI: Everything Samsung Announced at Galaxy Unpacked

James Peckham — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:55:59 +0000

The $1,299.99 Ultra gets some of the best perks, but the S26 and S26+ are no slouches either. There's AI everywhere and two pairs of new Galaxy Buds. Here's what you missed from Unpacked.

Samsung used today's Unpacked event to unveil its first flagship smartphones for 2026. The Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra arrive on March 11, and while they're not a big departure from previous Samsung phone launches, they feature …

I Peeked at the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display. Here's How It Works

Eric Zeman — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:48:10 +0000

Samsung is going all-in on security for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The new Privacy Display feature, exclusive to its top model, lets you hide your screen from prying eyes.

SAN FRANCISCO—Some things are meant to remain private, whether that's a messaging thread between two people, corporate documents, or government secrets. Mobile phones are privacy disasters waiting to happen. Much of our most sensitive information is accessible via phone, including our government IDs, financial details, health data, and work materials. …

I Got to Try Samsung's Galaxy S26 Phones: I'm Seriously Impressed With This New Feature

Eric Zeman — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:09:01 +0000

I got an early look at the new Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra from Samsung at its Unpacked event in San Francisco and came away intrigued by the Ultra's new privacy display.

SAN FRANCISCO—Samsung introduced three new phones at Galaxy Unpacked today, and I had a chance to check them all out. The Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra pick up where last year's excellent S25 series left off with quicker processors, smarter AI, more capable …

I Listened to Samsung's Galaxy Buds4 Pro. Apple and Google Should Be Worried

Eric Zeman — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

At its Unpacked event, Samsung showcased new Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro noise-cancelling earphones alongside three S26 phones. I tried both pairs, and the Buds4 Pro is a serious contender.

SAN FRANCISCO—Tech companies don't just want phones in our pockets; they want watches on our wrists and buds in our ears. If you're a company like Apple, Google, or Samsung, you want all three of those products to come from one source. Enter the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro, …

Android Update Puts Gemini AI In the Driver's Seat for Ride-Hail, Food Orders

Rob Pegoraro — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

The new feature only runs on Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 phones, with Samsung’s new series also getting call scam detection and improved Circle to Search.

Google crossed "start applying smartphone AI to tasks" off its task list with an update announced Wednesday that lets users deputize the company’s Gemini AI to manage ride-hail and food- and grocery-delivery services.

This new option, confined …

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Live Updates: All the S26 News As It Happens

The Pcmag Editorial Team — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:30:15 +0000

Samsung is set to unveil its next-gen flagship in San Francisco today alongside a few other gadgets. Follow along for all the updates.

UPDATE: Here are more details on what Samsung announced today:

I Got to Try Samsung's Galaxy S26 Phones: I'm Seriously Impressed With This New Feature
lower-cost iPhone on tap for March 4, the star of the show this week is Samsung's Unpacked event, where it's expected to launch the Galaxy S26 series alongside several other accessories.
Below, we take a look …

YouTuber Says He Found Galaxy S26 in UAE Market, Shows Off S Pen Tweaks

James Peckham — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:14:21 +0000

Sahil Karoul purchased an S26 Ultra at a market in the United Arab Emirates, and is posting videos of it on social media. One thing he noticed right away is an S Pen design change.

Samsung is set to unveil its Galaxy S26 series at Unpacked later this week, but a YouTuber claims to have purchased the phone and is showcasing its features on social media.

Sahil Karoul bought what he says is an S26 Ultra on sale at a market …

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Unpacked Event: What to Expect and How to Watch

Jibin Joseph — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:58:55 +0000

Samsung plans to unveil the S26 lineup on Feb. 25 in San Francisco at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET. Here's what the rumor mill says is in store for the company's next flagship phones.

The Samsung Galaxy S series generates more buzz than any other Android device, and we're approaching the launch of the S26. Below, we take a look at all the notable Galaxy S26 rumors we have heard so far, covering their …

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: 6 Upgrades That Would Make the S26 Unbeatable

Iyaz Akhtar — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Samsung is set to reveal new hardware at Galaxy Unpacked in San Francisco on Feb. 25. PCMag will be there live, and here are the six things we think will give the S26 a competitive advantage.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is set to unfold on Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. ET in San Francisco, CA. We’ll be on-site to bring you all the news and hands on coverage live. Can't make it? You can follow the action online at Samsung.com and via …

Bixby Is Still Around, and Samsung Just Updated It Ahead of Galaxy S26 Launch

Jibin Joseph — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:38:05 +0000

Bixby gains the ability to adjust device settings and fetch answers from the web. The update will roll out with OneUI 8.5, which is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy S26 series on Feb. 25.

Ahead of its Galaxy S26 Unpacked event, Samsung has announced an upgraded version of Bixby AI voice assistant. Currently available in beta via One UI 8.5, Bixby can now understand natural language, adjust device settings, and fetch answers directly from the web.

Samsung’s Friday press …

Samsung Teases AI Image-Editing Tricks for Galaxy S26

Jibin Joseph — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:39:19 +0000

Galaxy phones will soon be able change backgrounds, replace missing parts of an image, and merge multiple phones natively, Samsung says.

Samsung will release new AI image-editing options at its Unpacked event on Feb. 25, likely for the Galaxy S26 series.

The tools will allow users to turn the background from day to night, replace missing parts of a subject, and merge multiple photos into one using just …

Samsung's Feb. 25 Galaxy Unpacked: These 6 Changes Would Make the S26 Unstoppable

Iyaz Akhtar — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

We'll be live at Unpacked in San Francisco, but first: The six fixes and features that could turn the Galaxy S26 into Samsung's most compelling phone in years.

Samsung has scheduled its first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026 for Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. ET in San Francisco, CA. We’ll be covering it live on-site, and you can livestream the event on Samsung.com and Samsung’s YouTube channel. …

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Here's Everything We Expect From the S26 Lineup

Jibin Joseph — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:02:32 +0000

The latest rumors say we'll get all the details at a Feb. 25 event in San Francisco.

The Samsung Galaxy S series generates more buzz than any other Android device, and interest in these phones peaks as their usual launch date approaches. Below, we take a look at all the notable Galaxy S26 rumors we have heard so far, covering their release date, design, AI features, performance, …

Samsung's 25W Qi2 Wireless Charging Puck Leaked Ahead of Galaxy S26 Launch

Jibin Joseph — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:17:52 +0000

The Apple MagSafe-like puck will reportedly be compatible with existing devices like the Galaxy S25 series and the Fold 7.

Samsung is expected to launch its flagship Galaxy S26 series next month, and as the launch timeline draws closer, more details about its accessories are emerging. After a 20W battery pack appeared earlier this month, SamMobile has now …

Samsung Teases Built-In Privacy Screen for Upcoming Galaxy S26 Phones

Michael Kan — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:28:54 +0000

The tech dims or completely cloaks the phone's pixels if you view the screen from a side angle.

A new teaser suggests that Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 phones will include a privacy feature that can block strangers from peeking at what's displayed on the screen.

Samsung will "unveil a new Galaxy privacy layer to protect users from shoulder surfing in public spaces," the company …

Unpacking All the Samsung Galaxy S26 Rumors: Cameras, Pricing, Specs, More

Jibin Joseph — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:39:43 +0000

S26 leaks include Samsung potentially ditching the Edge, Perplexity AI integration, and better Qi2 wireless charging compatibility. Based on our experience, here's what we expect to see at Unpacked.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs. Watch 7: Is the New Model Worth $100 More?

Andrew Gebhart — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:23:24 +0000

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 is thinner, brighter, and has a bigger battery than its predecessor, but is it worth an extra Benjamin? I've tested both, and I'm here to help you decide.

Price

The Galaxy Watch 8 costs $50 more than the Galaxy Watch 7 did at launch. The Watch 8 starts at $349.99 for the Bluetooth-only 40mm version, while the Watch 7 started at $299.99 for its corresponding model. The Galaxy Watch 7 currently starts at $249.99, and since it's older, …

Samsung Will Finally Unveil Its Apple Vision Pro Rival on Oct. 21: How to Watch

Emily Forlini — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0000

Samsung says its mixed-reality device, currently codenamed Project Moohan, 'blends everyday utility with immersive new experiences.' We'll see what that means next week.

Samsung has scheduled a Galaxy event for next week, where it will finally unveil the wearable it has been teasing for almost a year.

The Oct. 21 livestream will introduce "a new era of multimodal AI and unveil Project Moohan, the first product built for the open and scalable Android …

Samsung's Latest Tablets Pack More AI Than the iPad. We Go Hands On With the Galaxy Tab S11

Iyaz Akhtar — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The thin and powerful Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra load up on Galaxy AI to outsmart Apple Intelligence. Here are our early impressions.

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Samsung has updated its high-end tablet lineup with the Galaxy Tab S11 and the Tab S11 Ultra, which both ship with Galaxy AI on board starting today. …

Samsung's New Galaxy S25 FE Is the Most Affordable Way to Get Galaxy AI

Iyaz Akhtar — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:30:00 +0000

Samsung's latest 'fan edition' phone has arrived with a slimmer, lighter design and all the Galaxy AI goodness of the S25 series. We spent some time with the S25 FE and have a few thoughts.

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The Galaxy S25 FE (Fan Edition) aims to bring the best of Samsung's Galaxy S25 line to a more affordable package. Announced today and starting at $649.99, the S25 FE shares …