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Samsung Galaxy AI on the Galaxy Z Fold 6.

What is Galaxy AI? Everything you need to know about Samsung’s wild AI features

Samsung's Galaxy AI features are on many of its mobile products, from its phones to its earbuds and even its smart ring. Here are all the features available.
Pebble 2

Pebble, the original groundbreaking smartwatch, is coming back

Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky has revealed he and a small team are working on a new smartwatch to replace the much-loved, and long-gone original.
The Now Brief icon on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's home screen.

My Galaxy S25 Ultra almost prompted an existential crisis

After five days with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the new AI-powered Now Brief feature prompted me to face a rather uncomfortable truth I hadn't expected.
Transferring an eSIM from an old iPhone to an iPhone 14.

Apple in hot water over adoption of new connectivity tech

A complaint has been raised against Apple's adoption of eSIM technology in the U.K., where the nation's biggest carrier is concerned it'll stiffle competition.
A person holding the OnePlus 13.

The OnePlus 13 has ruined Android phones for me

The OnePlus 13 has been my Android phone of choice for so many weeks, and I don't know how any other phone will match it for stickiness. Here's why.
The Google Messages app on the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

A familiar Samsung app has been replaced on the Galaxy S25

Samsung has replaced its familiar Samsung Messages app with the Google Messages app on the Galaxy S25 series phones.
The Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra.

I know which new Samsung phone I’d buy, and it’s not the Galaxy S25 Ultra

I've used all three new Samsung Galaxy S25 phones, and although I haven't spent days with any of them yet, I already know which one I'd buy.
A person holding the closed Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Touchscreens may hide secrets about how we make decisions

The way we touch and swipe on our phones may hold information about how we make decisions, according to new research, and the possible uses are fascinating.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Inside AI on the Galaxy S25, and why Samsung thinks it’ll make life better

Samsung is certain Galaxy AI on the Galaxy S25 has what it takes to make your life better, and sat down with Digital Trends to explain how it works.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra has given me hope about AI, but only for now

After spending a short time with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and hearing about all the new Galaxy AI smarts, it may be the first AI phone for everyone.
A promotional image showing the Oakley Sphaera sunglasses.

Meta’s Oakley smartglasses could be the next big wearable trendsetter

Meta is apparently developing a new pair of smartglasses with popular eyewear brand Oakley, as well as expanding its Ray-Ban Meta range, according to a new report.
A person wearing the Nomad Sport Band in the Icy Blue glow-in-the-dark finish.

Nomad’s glowing Apple Watch band looks outrageous, but that’s not why I love it

Nomad's latest Apple Watch band glows in the dark, and it looks as crazy as it sounds, but having worn it I've found I like it for another reason.
A person holding the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro.

Mystery upcoming phone may see Asus copy Samsung’s playbook

A benchmarking test has revealed a possible new Asus smartphone, which happens to take part of its name from a familiar Samsung phone.
A person using the XPan mode on the OnePlus 13.

I hated this OnePlus camera mode, but now I see how wrong I was about it

After dismissing the Hasselblad XPan mode on OnePlus phones for years, I gave it another try on the OnePlus 13 and realized the error of my ways.
The Huawei Nova 13 Pro's selfie cameras in action.

This phone is a selfie superstar, but I can’t recommend it

The selfie cameras on the Huawei Nova 13 Pro are brilliant, and its rear camera's great too, so why can't I fully commit to it?
The titanium frame on the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung’s most mysterious Galaxy S25 model is still being spotted

We're days away from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, and there's a mysterious Galaxy S25 model that's still being spotted ahead of the show.
Apple Intelligence on the Apple iPhone 16 Plus.

Apple’s 2024 ended well, but AI trouble is on the horizon

Apple closed 2024 as the top brand in smartphone shipments, but it wasn't all good news, as it faces serious problems in another key market.
A person holding the Realme 14 Pro Plus in cold temperatures.

The back of this phone changes color, but something else makes it excellent

The back of the Realme 14 Pro Plus changes color with the temperature. It's a fun feature, but I found something else that makes it worth buying.
The Pison app and wearable showing fatigue data.

Timex is making a wearable with a sensor to track brains, not hearts

Timex is working with technology company Pison to make a wearable with a neural-sensing platform to track physiological electricity from your brain.
OnePlus Open Apex Edition Crimson Shadow red one held in one hand.

An unusual image has revealed a world-beating OnePlus Open 2 spec

A teaser image for the OnePlus Open 2's equivalent in China, the Oppo Find N5, has revealed that it's all set to beat a world record.
Someone holding a Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

Samsung will buy your old phone, no strings attached

Samsung has launched a new program where it will purchase your used, old Galaxy phone without the requirement of buying a new device at the same time.
Yukai Engineering's Nekojita FuFu on the edge of a mug.

All the cool gadgets that made me sad I didn’t go to CES 2025

I wrote about CES 2025 from the comfort of my home, but a selection of really cool gadgets made me sad I didn't attend the show in person.
The Spectricity S1-A sensor.

Phone makers are scared to innovate, and this tiny sensor proves it

There's a tiny sensor that can improve the colors and white balance in smartphone cameras, but we're still waiting for its wide adoption.
The back of the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus is both good and bad, but it’s not ugly

There are good and bad things about the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus, but at least it's not ugly. Here's our in-depth hands-on.
Samsung's transparent micro-LED display.

MicroLED displays for mobile are coming, and this company is making it possible

Big microLED displays are very expensive, but one company is making the technology cheaper to create a rollable, transparent, tablet-sized microLED screen.
The back of the Poco X7 Pro - Iron Man Edition.

Poco has announced the coolest, geekiest phone of CES 2025

For its new X7 Pro smartphone, Poco has collaborated with Marvel to make a special Iron Man Edition, and it's fantastic. We've had a close look at it.
The Nomad Glow in the Dark Icy Blue Apple Watch band.

Nomad’s sold-out Apple Watch band is back and cooler than ever

Nomad is back with another limited-edition glow in the dark Apple Watch band, and this time it's in a cool Icy Blue color. Get one before it sells out.
The wireless charging insert that comes with the OnePlus 13's case.

Your OnePlus 13 case comes with something odd you shouldn’t throw away

Inside an official OnePlus 13 case box is a piece of plastic that could be accidentally thrown away, but actually serves a purpose. Here's what it does.
A person taking the OnePlus 13 out of a pocket.

OnePlus 13 review: it’s brilliant, no luck needed

Superstitious about the number 13? The wonderful OnePlus 13 will put your mind at rest, as it'll make you feel very lucky to own it.
Tecno's Starry Optical Fiber teaser image.

Tecno’s unique shimmering phone is pure Las Vegas glitz

Tecno has weaved hundreds of optical fibers and mini-LEDs into a phone's battery cover, and the result is exactly what we love to see at CES.
A render showing the Ultrahuman Rare smart ring on a finger.

The Ultrahuman Rare may be the most luxurious smart ring yet

Ultrahuman's new smart ring comes in 18L gold or platinum, and a host of special ownership benefits, making it the most luxurious smart ring you can buy.
A person using the Withings BPM VIsion.

Withings’ blood pressure monitor comes with your own cardiologist inside

Withings' BPM Vision blood pressure monitor has a color screen, different cuff sizes, and the option to have a cardiologist analyze your results.
A person holding the Anker 165W Power Bank.

Anker announced a power bank at CES 2025 unlike any I’ve seen before

Anker's crazy new Power Bank uses one of its built-in cables for something other than charging, and we've not seen anything like it before.
A model wearing the Halliday AI Glasses and smart ring.

Halliday’s fact-checking smart glasses have a screen and a crazy control system

A newcomer has made a pair of smart glasses that are controlled using a smart ring, and have an AI that will fact check your conversations.
The Withings Omnia smart mirror concept.

This crazy smart mirror will tell you who’s the healthiest of them all

Withings has arrived at CES 2025 with a massive connected smart mirror aimed at providing in-depth analysis of your body and health.
These two terrible old camera trends need to die in 2025

These two terrible old camera trends need to die in 2025

We've put up with them for long enough now, so it's time to make it clear: We've had enough of 8-megapixel wide-angle cameras and 2MP macro/depth cameras.
The Apple Fitness Plus icon on an Apple TV.

Get ready for 2025 with Apple’s massive New Year Fitness+ update

Apple has revealed its biggest New Year update to Fitness+, including new workout programs, guest trainers, and sessions to help master difficult techniques.
The Honor Magic7 Lite's colors.

A special battery makes this new phone different from others

Honor's new Magic7 Lite has a special silicon-carbon battery that allows it to have a larger than usual capacity.