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Deals: Galaxy Ring $120 off (all sizes), Magnetic Qi2 S25 cases from $17, gaming Chromebook $200 off, more
Massive price drops are now live on Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra preorders, and we just detailed how to score an effective price at $150 on the Ultra model, but the deals don’t stop there today. We are also tracking early launch price drops on Spigen’s new magnetic Qi2 S25 cases from $17 joined by the best prices to date on the Samsung Galaxy Ring lineup – every size and color is now $120 off. We also have a new all-time low on the Steam-ready 2024 Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE Cloud Gaming Laptop, and even more waiting down below.
Expand Expanding CloseThis is what Samsung’s confusing ‘Galaxy Club’ add-on actually is
Samsung is now rolling out a promotional program called the “Galaxy Club” that allows users to buy the Galaxy S25 with the addition of small payments for the promise of any upgrade after 12 months with the device. The new plan promises a Galaxy S25 Ultra for as low as $8/month.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s a quick in-person look at Samsung’s Android XR headset [Gallery]
After teasing its debut late last year, Samsung has offered a public look at its upcoming Android XR headset, “Project Moohan,” at its latest Unpacked event.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25’s side button can launch Gemini as Samsung apps get Extensions
In addition to multi-Extension prompts and Live conversations with media, Google made a handful of Samsung-specific Gemini announcements with the Galaxy S25 launch yesterday, like launching with the side button.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle acquiring part of HTC Vive engineering team to boost Android XR
To “accelerate” Android XR development, Google announced this evening that it “signed an agreement to welcome some of the HTC VIVE engineering team to Google.”
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 uses Snapdragon 8 Elite globally: ‘tailored’ for Gemini, adds satellite support
Samsung has officially confirmed that the Galaxy S25 series will be using the Snapdragon 8 Elite from Qualcomm in all regions, and with satellite connectivity too.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out Circle to Search redesign with single tap for numbers, URLs
Announced alongside the Galaxy S25 and new Gemini features, the Circle to Search redesign is beginning to roll out today.
Expand Expanding CloseSpigen’s Galaxy S25 cases support Qi2 and new wallets made just for Samsung
With its new Galaxy S25 series, Samsung is finally adding Qi2 support. Sort of. You’ll need a case to take full advantage of it, and Spigen’s new cases are ready and compatible with Qi2 on the Galaxy S25 series, and taking things a step to solve a big problem.
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Google TV starts rolling out Gemini-powered ‘News Briefs,’ but only to some users
First unveiled at CES earlier this month, Google TV has announced that it will begin rolling out an experimental feature, “News Briefs,” which is powered by Gemini.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle promotes new Gemini Live, AI features coming to Pixel 9
There was a big Google presence at the Galaxy S25 launch event this morning. Google is now specifically telling Pixel 9 owners (and prospective buyers) about what new Gemini AI features they are set to get.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s the Galaxy S25 Edge – two cameras, launching ‘around’ April [Gallery]
Samsung capped its Unpacked event today with a teaser for its upcoming thin smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Edge. At the San Jose event, we were able to get a quick look at the Galaxy S25 Edge, including a few details about the device.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Clue, Beastie Bay DX, Oh!Edo Towns, ARIDA, more
The new Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra preorders are now live and we have some huge discounts to take advantage of alongside an exclusive $50 credit bonus, but for now let’s take a look at some Android apps you’ll be able to enjoy on them at a discount. Today has also ushered in a massive $400 price drop on Google’s Obsidian black Pixel 8 Pro as well as deals on Samsung’s Galaxy Watch FE, Google’s OG Pixel Watch, and Samsung’s latest 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 240Hz curved gaming monitor at $550 off, but for now it’s on to the apps. Highlights include Clue (2024), Heroes of Flatlandia, Beastie Bay DX, Oh!Edo Towns, ARIDA: Backland’s Awakening, and more. Scope them all out down below.
Read More[Fixed] Google TV missing the ability to buy some movies
Last year, Google TV lost the ability to purchase all television shows. In recent weeks, we’ve noticed that Google TV is no longer letting you buy certain movies.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 users get 6 months of Gemini Advanced for free
When users buy any of the Galaxy S25 phones announced at Samsung’s Unpacked event, Google’s paid Gemini Advanced model will be available for free for six months.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases upcoming Android XR headset and glasses [Gallery]
After Google teased work on an Android XR headset at the end of last year, we’re finally getting a little closer as Samsung took the time at Galaxy Unpacked to tease a possibly upcoming AI headset alongside the Galaxy S25 series.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy S25 series falls behind Pixel with 12GB of RAM on all models
Users generally don’t feel spoiled for choice when it comes to smartphone variants, and that’s even more the case with the Galaxy S25 series. The Galaxy S25 series only comes in one RAM option — 12GB.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s ‘Galaxy Log’ on Galaxy S25 improves video editing, HDR is now on by default
Samsung has been doing a lot of fine-tuning with photos and videos on the Galaxy S lineup. With the Galaxy S25, Samsung is introducing Galaxy Log, which makes use of a tried and true format for recording video.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung officially teases Galaxy S25 Edge [Video]
Samsung has just officially teased its upcoming “Galaxy S25 Edge,” with the thinner smartphone coming later this year.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s copy of iPhone Live Activities will support Google Maps and more [Gallery]
With its One UI 7 update, Samsung is adding support for “Live Notifications” and the “Now Bar,” the company’s take on the “Live Activities” functionality Apple has been building out on iPhone for a while. With the Galaxy S25 now official, Samsung is confirming additional support for apps including Google Maps.
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Galaxy S25 series once again supports 7 years of Android OS and security updates
The Galaxy S25 has officially been announced to the public, and with it comes a promise that the phone will get at least seven years of updates and support. Samsung has not increased the amount of supported time for its newest phone, a departure from a recent trend of upping update promises.
Expand Expanding CloseGorilla Armor 2 debuts on Galaxy S25 Ultra after everyone else ignored the first generation
One of the coolest parts of the Galaxy S25 Ultra was the anti-reflective front display, thanks to Gorilla Armor. Now, Gorilla Armor 2 makes its debut on the next-generation Galaxy S25 Ultra a mere year after the first version was announced.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 is ready for Qi2, but there’s a problem with MagSafe accessories
Qi2 is finally happening. Two years after it was announced, Samsung is adopting the latest Qi2 standard in the Galaxy S25 series, but it’s not in the way you probably hoped, and you’re going to run into an immediate problem with existing accessories.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 Ultra vs. Pixel 9 Pro XL: The best of Android? [Video]
2025’s biggest Android phone launch is undoubtedly the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but how does it compare to Google’s current top-tier Pixel 9 Pro XL? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Everything that’s actually new on the Galaxy S25 series [Gallery]
Samsung just announced the Galaxy S25 series and, ahead of that, we’ve had a chance to try out the new devices. At a glance, they look pretty familiar but, on closer inspection… they still look pretty familiar. Here’s everything we found new with the hardware.
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