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Samsung is already working on One UI 9 based on Android 17, and the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will apparently be one of the first smartphones to receive the major operating system update. Samsung has already released a first beta version of the software.

Just a few weeks since its debut, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is already making waves. However, these impressive records might not be enough to save Samsung’s mobile division from financial strain.

A report has suggested that this may be the last batch of Galaxy Z TriFold phones for the US market as sales are ending in Samsung’s home country of Korea. The premium phone was planned for a limited run anyways, but it’s only been three months of sales. Update: A spokesperson has confirmed this information.

Samsung plans to use low-cost OLED panels in the upcoming Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy A57, moving away from its own Samsung Display department. Samsung is reportedly prioritizing manufacturing cost control in its midrange lineup despite internal pushback.

The new Samsung Magnet Wireless Battery Pack is now available to buy in various markets. Featuring a unique cutout design, it's the only Qi2 magnetic power bank that can properly fit the recent Galaxy S26 and S25 series.

A new leak has hinted at a network connectivity upgrade for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. The smartwatch is said to arrive in July alongside the new foldables, as well as the Galaxy Watch 9 series.

A new leak has suggested that the battery capacity for the Galaxy Z Flip 8 will remain the same as the predecessor. This is still early information so things may change down the line.

Samsung now confirms that apps like WhatsApp and X can keep working over satellite on supported Galaxy phones. Even without mobile coverage, these devices can still access key communication tools.

According to new leaks, pricing for Samsung's forthcoming Galaxy A57 could step into flagship territory in certain markets, with the phone supposedly set to cost up to €799 when fully equipped. Price hikes are also expected across the lineup.

We had the pleasure of participating in an exclusive Samsung roundtable at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona, which was dedicated exclusively to the hardware of the newly unveiled Galaxy S26 Ultra. This provided interesting insights into various areas.

Samsung has released the Odyssey OLED G61SH in the US, a new 27-inch gaming monitor that appears to be a budget variant of the older G61SD. Priced at $599.99, it features the same 1440p QD-OLED panel with a 240 Hz refresh rate, but it makes a few compromises to reach the lower price point.

Samsung is working on improving the Galaxy S25 series as well, and it looks like some of the features introduced with the Galaxy S26 series will be ported over. These are camera related features that will improve photos and document scanning.

Samsung has been working on AI glasses for a while now and there have been some leaks about the specifications, but now the EVP of the company’s mobile business has shared some information. The glasses will have a camera and the data processing will be handled on the connected smartphone.

Leaked production timelines reveal Samsung is fast-tracking its 2nm Exynos 2700 chip to aggressively challenge Qualcomm’s grip on the flagship smartphone market. Analysts project a massive 50% adoption rate for next year's Galaxy S27 lineup, but earlier benchmarks beg the question: can the hardware live up to the hype?

A new leak has hinted at the processors for the upcoming Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. It seems like Samsung wants to create a larger separation between the two.

Samsung could be working on an even cheaper version in the Galaxy Z Flip series. This device could have a different design for the cover display that could contribute to it having an even cheaper price tag than the Z Flip FE.

The second-largest TV maker has to stop calling its QLED TV sets that, as Samsung cries foul. The misleading advertising claims that TCL TVs use quantum dot technology, but the courts disagree.

Tesla will be raising its capital expenditure to secure a steady supply of its upcoming AI6 chip that should be installed in its cars starting in 2028. Tesla will be investing more in Samsung as a supplier, bumping the wafer orders significantly.

Rumours have started about Samsung's camera upgrades for its next Ultra smartphone. While leakers are currently in disagreement over finer details, both Ice Universe and Digital Chat Station report that Samsung will finally be moving away from the ISOCELL HP2 for the Galaxy S27 Ultra.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra retains another specification from its predecessor besides the battery capacity, the storage standard. The company has decided to stick with the same UFS standard as the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

A YouTuber has managed to retrofit Honor’s silicon carbon batteries into Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold with partial success. While he claimed that the battery capacity went up by 71%, the display of the phone, though still working, was damaged in the process.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has found itself embroiled in another controversy. It has now come to light that the Galaxy S26 Ultra doesn't feature a true 10-bit AMOLED panel but an 8-bit display. This has enraged some fans as this puts the Galaxy S26 Ultra behind the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Smartphone reviewer Mrwhosetheboss has put the latest Chinese and non-Chinese flagship phones against each other in a real-world battery life test. The Galaxy S26 Ultra manages to impress by lasting a reasonably good time on a single charge and remaining cool while doing so.

Samsung has revealed its manufacturing roadmap for the coming years. The company will push humanoid robots and agentic AI to transform its factories by 2030.

Days after unveiling the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung has announced that some Galaxy models will get satellite communication features. The company is partnering with network operators in select countries to offer the capability.

Samsung is reportedly unsure whether it is worth investing in another slim flagship to follow the Galaxy S25 Edge. The existence of the successor to the Galaxy Z TriFold is also up in the air.

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 (G50SF) is a relatively budget friendly OLED gaming monitor and it has been discounted on Amazon and Samsung’s website. The deal includes a free copy of Resident Evil Requiem.

There have been reports of the Galaxy S26 Edge being brought back under a different name, but its fate is still uncertain. A new leak, however, has suggested that Samsung is working on a phone with a silicon carbon battery, and it could be the Galaxy S26 Edge.

Samsung has introduced a new fast charger for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Featuring a single USB-C port with up to 60W output and Super Fast Charging 2.0 support, it is designed to deliver the fastest charging speeds on the latest Galaxy S26 phones and other compatible devices.

The new Privacy Display is one of the main highlights of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. However, some users are concerned that the Privacy Display negatively impacts the brightness and anti-reflective coating of the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Galaxy S25 Ultra. These concerns seem largely overblown.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is now up for preorder ahead of its March 11 release. While Samsung isn't offering free storage upgrades in the US this time, Amazon has stepped in with free upgrades and extra gift cards to sweeten the deal.

Samsung has officially unveiled the new Galaxy S26 Series and a bunch of new accessories at its Galaxy Unpacked event. Among them is a slim Qi2 magnetic power bank with support for up to 25W wireless charging on the S26 Ultra.

Samsung, just like every other manufacturer, is constantly innovating and working on the next product. With the Galaxy S26 series, there were minor improvements to the cameras, but a more significant upgrade could be on the way for the next generation.

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Buds 4 pair of earbuds as a follow up to the 2024 Galaxy Buds 3. The new pair of earbuds have been redesigned and come with improved features.

Samsung has officially unveiled its next-generation S series smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event. The S26 series consists of the base Galaxy S26, the Galaxy S26+, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The smartphone comes with a dynamic AMOLED 2X display, a 50 MP primary camera, and Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2600 chipset.

Samsung has officially launched its latest compact Android flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26, at the Galaxy Unpacked event. A direct successor to the Galaxy S25 ships with a compact 120 Hz AMOLED display, a small 4,300 mAh battery, and a 50 MP OIS-enabled primary camera. Plus, the company promises seven major OS updates for the S26 series.

We are just moments away from the official Galaxy Unpacked event, at which point Samsung fans will finally get their hands on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. In the meantime, a reviewer with early access has shown how well the device fares against the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Vivo X300 Pro in terms of camera performance. Photos captured with the S26 Ultra’s 24 MP camera have now been analysed and compared with shots taken with the S25 Ultra’s 12 MP camera.

Samsung has skipped free storage upgrades for Galaxy S26 Ultra preorders in the US. Best Buy, however, is offering a free storage upgrade alongside better trade-in deals than Samsung.

Samsung maintained its leading position in the European smartphone market in 2025. However, the company could not prevent Apple from grabbing more market share, according to data from Omdia.

The Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra are set to launch with different processors in some countries. The S26 Plus will feature a smaller battery than its Ultra counterpart. However, an EU energy label indicates that the Exynos 2600 will help the S26 Plus close the gap to the S26 Ultra when it comes to battery life.

Samsung is days away from delivering the follow-up to last year's Galaxy S25. According to the EU, Samsung's next compact flagship should deliver over 35% longer battery life than its predecessor. The Galaxy S26 will launch with Samsung's Exynos 2600 chipset in the EU.

Samsung will be releasing the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra on February 25. In the meantime, a leaker has confirmed pre-order deals for the trio across the Eurozone. Reportedly, up to €350 in effective discounts are up for grabs.

Despite not having been officially launched, multiple Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphones have already reached customers' hands at ludicrous prices. One such YouTuber has also uploaded camera samples, comparing Samsung's upcoming flagship with its predecessor.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra hands-on videos have surfaced online as a YouTuber managed to secure a retail unit before the official release. The new flagship brings upgrades like a new Privacy Display feature, but it also misses out on an expected feature found on Google and Apple flagships.

Ahead of its official release at Unpacked later this week, the Galaxy S26 Ultra's most significant upgrades over the Galaxy S25 Ultra have now been highlighted, with the flagship phone set to arrive with improvements to its display, charging, and cameras to a lesser degree.

In some regions of the world, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is already available in certain stores at especially high prices. One of the first owners of the sleek white Samsung flagship is already showing the phone on camera and comparing it with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Galaxy S25 Ultra.