Deals: Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 go on pre-order, CMF Phone 1 shakes up the mid-range segment

The new Samsung Galaxy Z foldables were unveiled this Wednesday and will spend a couple of weeks on pre-order. But you may want to pick up one before July 24 arrives as Amazon is offering a €100 discount at checkout. Amazon also has some bundles to consider. For example, the Galaxy Z Fold6 plus Galaxy Buds3 Pro can be had for €100 more than just the phone – a solid deal, considering that the Buds3 Pro are €250 if bought separately. There is a similar bundle for the Galaxy Z Flip6. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (pre-order) ...

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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL stars in hands-on video compared to Pixel 9 and Galaxy S24 Ultra

Last week the 'vanilla' Google Pixel 9 leaked in not one, but two hands-on videos, and now it's time for the Pixel 9 Pro XL to get the exact same treatment. It was spotted on TikTok today in two quick videos. The first one is comparing it to the Pixel 9, which will be smaller than the Pro XL. The second video shows us the Pixel 9 Pro XL alongside Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra, in order to get a good feel for the upcoming Pixel's size and how it compares to Samsung's biggest flagship. Google is unveiling the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and...

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Nothing sells 100,000 CMF Phone 1 units in three hours

Nothing unveiled the CMF Phone 1 this past Monday, and the phone went on sale earlier today. The company is now happily reporting that it managed to sell over 100,000 units in the first three hours of availability. For context, the Nothing Phone (2a), which launched back in March, needed 24 hours to reach the same sales figure, so one could say that the CMF Phone 1 is selling eight times faster. To celebrate the occasion, Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis said: Following the incredible success of Phone (2a) in March, CMF Phone 1 is a breath of fresh air in a stagnating value...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 in for review

Fresh off its announcement this week, we have the Galaxy Z Fold6 in for review. At this point it will hardly surprise anybody that the phone ships with nothing more than a SIM tool and a USB cable. Perhaps it is more unexpected that it still ships with anything at all. The biggest visual change to the Galaxy Z Fold6 is its more squared-off, flatter profile. It's smart-looking and easy to tell apart. We like the new bigger camera rings, even if the cameras inside are unchanged (and frankly unimpressive). While on the topic of unchanged - the battery is the same 4,400mAh unit and...

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Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold prices leak

Google is holding a hardware launch event on August 13, two months ahead of its usual schedule, and it's expected to reveal the Pixel 9 family on that occasion. This will be the biggest Pixel series ever, with the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold giving you way more high-end options than ever before. Today the pricing for all of these devices in France has been leaked, so let's get into it. The Pixel 9 is said to arrive in Obsidian (black), Porcelain (white), Cosmo, and Mojito - since Mojito is most likely green-ish, we assume Cosmo is the leaked pink-ish hue from...

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OnePlus Nord 4 gets four major Android updates, six years of security patches

Back in February, OnePlus responded to Google and Samsung offering seven years of software support for their flagships by saying anything over five years doesn't make any sense financially. Five months later, the Chinese company seems to have changed its tune. OnePlus COO Kinder Liu just told Digital Trends that the upcoming Nord 4 will get six years of security patches from its launch. Sure, one extra year isn't overly that much on top, but still - what ever happened to "no one needs more than five"? Additionally, we're wondering what's going to happen to OnePlus' flagships like...

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Samsung Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra can't be wirelessly charged by your phone

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra yesterday at its Unpacked event. They are both missing the Wireless PowerShare feature, as it turns out. This allowed you to wirelessly charge past Galaxy Watches on the back of your phone. But now you can't do that anymore with these new watches. The culprit is be the new BioActive sensor array that Samsung developed for its latest generation smartwatches, which has a new design that made Samsung change the shape of the back glass on the new watches. This change increased the distance between the internal wireless charging coil of...

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European Commission approves Apple's concessions on third party access to NFC for mobile payments

As anticipated, Apple is off the hook in the EU regarding the limitations it has so far imposed on mobile payments, avoiding a possibly very hefty fine. The European Commission (EC), which had opened an investigation into these practices, has accepted Apple's commitments to open access to the iPhones' NFC chips to enable third-party apps to use tap to pay. Apple has committed to allowing third-party bank apps to access the NFC chips to enable tap to pay. So far this has only been possible through Apple Pay, but that is changing in the EU. The EC initially concluded that Apple...

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Our video review of Nothing's CMF Phone 1 is now out

A couple of days ago, Nothing sub-brand CMF introduced its first ever smartphone, the CMF Phone 1, and this is Nothing's cheapest handset yet. What it lacks in specifications it definitely makes up for in design prowess and customizability. Unlike every other mainstream device, you can replace its back covers, with Nothing offering a few options already but also letting you 3D print your own, if you're so inclined. You can add other accessories too like a lanyard or card holder, and in theory the sky's the limit. It's definitely an intriguing take on the barebones smartphone, this,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_video_review_of_nothings_cmf_phone_1_is_now_out-news-63664.php

Samsung's Live Translate feature to work with third-party apps, messaging apps

During Samsung's Unpacked Event that gave us the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch7 and Watch Ultra, Galaxy Ring and Galaxy Buds3 series, the company also brought some good news regarding Galaxy AI and its features. The Live Translate functionality will soon be available in third-party apps. Live Translate is part of the Galaxy AI, an umbrella brand for Samsung's AI-powered features. AAs of now, it only works with the built-in phoen app. However, this will change soon as Samsung gradually starts adding support for more widely used instant messaging apps apps like...

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You can get the Galaxy Z Flip6 for free on AT&T by trading in an old Galaxy S, Z or Note series device

Samsung US has pre-order deals for the new foldables and wearables, but AT&T customers should also have a look at what the carrier has to offer. For example, when you’re buying a Galaxy Z Fold6 or a Z Flip6, you can add a Galaxy Watch7 (40mm) and/or Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G for $1 a month each (for 36 months). This is AT&T’s Triple Play Bundle – more details on att.com. Alternatively, you can grab a second phone – a Galaxy S24 128GB for $6 a month or 256GB for $11 a month – when you buy it alongside a Z Fold6 or Z Flip6 and pick an eligible unlimited plan (this again for 36 months). This is on...

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Samsung Galaxy Ring hands-on

The pinnacle of unobtrusive health and activity tracking – that’s the Galaxy Ring in a nutshell. It’s made to excel at sleep, activity and health tracking which you can also do on the Galaxy Watch series but the Ring is a fraction of the size, weighs next to nothing and claims up to 7 days of battery life. We got the chance to briefly test out the Galaxy Ring and these are our first impressions. Galaxy Ring comes in nine sizes, ranging 5-13 on the US scale, and they are all made from grade 5 titanium alloy. Regardless of which size you pick up, you’ll barely notice that it’s on...

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Google Pixel Watch 3 specs leak

Google is holding its annual hardware launch event two months early this year, on August 13. Along with the Pixel 9 family (which will be more numerous than ever), the Pixel Watch 3 is also expected to be unveiled on that occasion. For the first time, the Pixel Watch will come in two sizes - this has already been confirmed by the FCC. Today a new leak sheds light on more details, allegedly coming from a source inside Google. The Pixel Watch 3 is said to use the Snapdragon W5 SoC paired with a custom co-processor. Google Pixel Watch 2 The 41mm Watch 3 gets a 310 mAh battery, while...

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OnePlus Watch 2R specs leak

OnePlus is launching the Nord 4 on July 16, and along with it the company will also introduce the Pad 2, Watch 2R, and Nord Buds 3 Pro. Full specs of the Watch 2R have been leaked today by a tipster over on X. According to him, the OnePlus Watch 2R is powered by the Snapdragon Wear W5 chipset paired with a BES2700 additional low-power chip. It has a 1.43-inch AMOLED touchscreen with 1,000-nit peak brightness, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, up to 100 hours of battery life and support for fast VOOC charging, dual frequency GPS, and more than 100 sport modes. It runs Wear OS. It is IP68...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_watch_2r_specs_leak-news-63640.php

Google Maps finally adds speedometer and speed limits for iOS and CarPlay

Google is finally rolling out support for speedometer readings and speed limits in Maps on iOS, and these also work through CarPlay. The move comes a whopping five years after the same functionality was added to Android, bafflingly. Still, it's finally here on iOS too. This being a Google app, it might however take a few weeks for the rollout to be completed, so don't fret if you don't see this just yet. The speedometer will use km/h or mph depending on your region. You can turn it on in Settings > Navigation > Driving options. The speed limit feature will change the colors on the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_maps_finally_adds_speedometer_and_speed_limits_on_ios_and_carplay-news-63637.php

Last chance to reserve a new Galaxy foldable from Samsung US and get a $50 credit

July 10 is almost here – the big Galaxy Unpacked event is on Wednesday next week. This means it’s your last chance to reserve a Galaxy device from Samsung US and score $50 in Samsung Credit. There are additional savings up to $1,500 with trade-in offers. The full details will be revealed when pre-orders start, but the basic rules are simple. First, sign up with your name and email today using the link above if you want the Samsung Credit. Second, getting the $50 requires completing the pre-order through Samsung’s Online store or the Shop Samsung app. However, reserving now isn’t a...

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Google Pixel Watch 3 passes through the FCC in two sizes

The Pixel Watch 3 is expected to be unveiled by Google at its hardware launch event on August 13, and ahead of that it's now been certified by the FCC. This process has included both the Watch 3 and the bigger Watch 3 XL - for the first time, this year Google will offer two size options. The smaller one is expected to be 41mm, with the larger model being 45mm. There will be LTE-capable models, and the Pixel Watch 3 will support UWB too. Of course, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, and NFC are on board as well. Google Pixel Watch 2 These are all the details that have been revealed through this...

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Samsung Galaxy S24+ running Android 15/One UI 7 spotted in the Geekbench database

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ will be kept up to date with new OS releases for seven years and the first major update is getting closer. The phone was spotted running Android 15 for a Geekbench test, which also means that it was running the new One UI 7.0. Back in May, Samsung was already testing One UI 7 on the S24 Ultra. Now, the two other S24 members are joining the fun. Tarun Vats, who spotted the Geekbench result, also reports that Samsung has internal test builds for the small Galaxy S24. They have the following version numbers: S928BXXU3BXG2, S928BOXM3BXG2. Samsung Galaxy S24+...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_running_android_15_one_ui_7_spotted_in_the_geekbench_database-news-63619.php

Samsung looks back on the Galaxy smartwatch series in its latest infographic

Samsung is back with part 3 of its Galaxy history series and this time it is focusing on smartwatches. You can catch the previous entries which looked back on the history of the Fold and Buds series. The journey began in 2013 with the Galaxy Gear – Samsung’s first foray into the smartwatch world. Smartwatches were still a fairly new product group back then with makers like Samsung still finding their footing in the space. Samsung Galaxy Gear specs gallery Apart from its iconic square design,...

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Watch the CMF Phone 1 livestream here

After launching several smart accessories over the past year, Nothing is ready to announce its first smartphone in its CMF sub-brand today. The CMF Phone 1 is officially launching today and the event will begin at 10AM BST time (9AM UTC). There was no shortage of leaks and teasers leading up to today’s event - Nothing even went on a campaign that revealed all the CMF Phone 1’s key components in the days leading up to the launch. The device features a modular design with replaceable back covers and accessories. Nothing already confirmed it will offer replacement back covers for the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_cmf_phone_1_livestream_here_-news-63609.php

Xiaomi to launch Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip this month

Xiaomi will launch Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip foldables this month, revealed Lei Jun. The founder and CEO of the company announced online that the phones will be the first devices to come out of the new Xiaomi Smart Factory in Changping, Beijing. The facility is 81,000 sq.m. and will be able to produce 10 million flagship phones per year. Xiaomi made an investment of CNY 2.4 billion (about $330 million), and the company went into detail on Weibo about what exactly was improved to make this factory so special. The plant has what Jun calls intelligent manufacturing platform. It can make...

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Resident Evil 7 Biohazard for iPhone review

Resident Evil 7 Biohazard is the latest AAA title to arrive on Apple's platforms. The game originally launched on the PS4, Xbox One, and PC back in 2017, and since then has graced multiple other platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and even the defunct Google Stadia. Now, it is available on the iPhone 15 Pro and all iPad and Mac models with M-series chips. RE7 is a highly celebrated installment in the RE library even by the series' generally high standards. It was a return to roots for the franchise with a strong focus on survival horror over action and gunplay that dominated...

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Top 10 trending phones of week 27

Week 27 saw no major announcements so understandably there are few changes to our tredning chart. The Samsung Galaxy A55 is on pole position once again, followed by the familiar duo of Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Redmi Note 13 Pro. [#InlinePriceWidget, 12824, 1#] The Galaxy A15 also retains fourth position, while the first change comes in fifth, where we see the Redmi Note 13. Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max climbs to sixth, followed by the Redmi 13C and the Galaxy A35. Realme 13 Pro+ is not quite official yet, but the preliminary reveal was enough to capture ninth position, while the...

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Poco Pad review

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Weekly poll results: Moto Razr 50 Ultra edges out Razr 50, both very popular

The ball is in your court, Samsung. Last week’s poll shows that the Motorola Razr 50 and especially the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra are very popular among those looking for a new flip foldable. There are some concerns about the price of the Ultra and they are valid, but likely temporary – the Razr 40 Ultra has been on sale for months on end and the Razr 50 Ultra should follow the same path. But even at a lower price, many commenters are not happy with Motorola’s updates – their quantity (Moto promises 3 OS updates and 4 years of patches), but also their frequency. Even the quality of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_moto_razr_50_ultra_edges_out_razr_50_both_very_popular-news-63573.php

OnePlus Pad 2's leaked specs reveal it won't be an entirely new tablet

OnePlus is hosting an event in Milan, Italy on July 16 to unveil the Nord 4, Nord Buds 3 Pro TWS earphones, Watch 2R, and Pad 2. The brand hasn't divulged anything about the OnePlus Pad 2 yet, but the latest leak suggests it won't be an entirely new tablet. The source of the leak claims the OnePlus Pad 2, which will launch on July 16 in India as well, will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and have two memory options - 8GB/12GB and 12GB/256GB. OnePlus Pad Pro The OnePlus Pad 2 will pack a 12.1" 144Hz LCD with a 3,000x2,120-pixel resolution, 900 nits peak brightness, and...

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The hidden dangers of free public Wi-Fi: what travelers need to know

As many as 58% of Americans use free public Wi-Fi while traveling, according to new research by Saily, an eSIM provider. While this is a convenient and cheap way to use the internet while traveling, it also results in certain cybersecurity issues. “Multiple cybersecurity issues are associated with public Wi-Fi,” says Vykintas Maknickas, head of product strategy at Nord Security. “Man-in-the-middle attacks, during which bad actors can intercept the communication between your phone or laptop and the Wi-Fi network so they can eavesdrop on your activity, steal data, or install malware are just...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/free_public_wifi_while_traveling_why_does_this_alarm_security_experts-news-63576.php