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It seems Samsung has just leaked the first official image of its forthcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 foldable phones. Just a couple of days ago we brought you the news that dummy units of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 had been snapped out in the wild. That was interesting enough, but this latest leak goes at least one better.

Samsung may have just leaked the first Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 image

When you think of the summer, you probably think of long, lazy days in the sun, time on the beach, or exciting vacations away. But you probably don’t think about impending smartphone launches — which is where normal, decent people diverge from the average tech obsessive. So, while you’re having a lovely time in the bright sun, spare a thought for those of us locked indoors, watching keynote speeches and product announcements to make sure that you can keep up with the hottest new releases.

6 phones coming out in summer 2024 we can’t wait for

There’s good news and bad news for Samsung Galaxy users regarding the company’s plans for Android 15 and its One UI 7 update. Let’s start with the bad news. According to tipster Ice Universe, Samsung’s upcoming One UI 7 update, which will be based on Android 15, “will not arrive very early, because there are special circumstances this year.”

Samsung Android 15 Update: Good & Bad News for Galaxy Users

Motorola has introduced a surprise smartphone tailored for budget-conscious shoppers. The Moto E14 is debuting in the U.K. and Europe; we don’t expect to see a U.S. launch. The Moto E14 is a simple device priced at 70 British pounds (about $88). It features a Unisoc chipset, the same one found on its predecessor, the Moto E13. The Moto E14 has 2GB of RAM and is limited to Android 14 Go Edition, a lightweight version of Android.

Motorola quietly announced a new (and very cheap) Android phone

If you’ve been thinking looking for phone deals, we found two Best Buy deals we think you’re going to love! Right now, Best Buy is offering markdowns on two of the best Galaxy devices on the market for 2023: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. Do keep in mind that this pricing applies to the unlocked versions of both devices.

Unlocked Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 phones are on sale at Best Buy today

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We're unlikely to see the Samsung Galaxy S25 unveiled before January 2025, but in the meantime, Samsung has unveiled a trio of new mobile camera lenses – one of which, a flagship 200MP camera, may well find its way into the Galaxy S25 series next year.Announced via a press release, the sensor series is led by the ISOCELL HP9. It has a 200MP resolution, 12% better light sensitivity, and a 10% improvement in autofocus contrast compared to its immediate predecessor in Samsung's line-up. This isn't actually a completely new camera though, as it's already shown up in the Vivo X100...

Samsung unveils a powerful new 200MP telephoto camera sensor that could be heading to the Galaxy S25 Ultra

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The Moto G Stylus (2023) sits at the top of Motorola's budget lineup. It packs an OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip, and a passive stylus. Part of Samsung’s popular Galaxy A-series, the Galaxy A35 houses an OLED display, a 50MP primary shooter, and a 5,000mAh battery. It’s also set to get four major OS updates.

Moto G Stylus (2024) vs. Samsung Galaxy A35: Midrange showdown

Leaker Ice Universe claims the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will be 8.4mm thick, 0.2mm thinner than the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Meanwhile, the Samsung design team is reportedly considering an updated design with rounded corners, similar to the ill-fated Galaxy Note 7. Recent rumors suggest the Galaxy S25 series could include...

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could be thinner than we imagined

Google Messages is now rolling out a dedicated FAB for Gemini, enabling faster access to the AI chatbot. Gemini FAB appears when RCS is enabled, the device language is English/French, and it has 6GB+ RAM. Current Gemini integration in Google Messages is limited, as it can't access messages, providing only...

Google Messages gets a Gemini button for faster access

It seems that leakers are being much more careful about leaking images of Samsung's next Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Fold smartphones. For context, Samsung was swift in its takedown of any Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus or Galaxy S24 Ultra (curr. $1,249.99 on Amazon) related content. As such, we have seen far less of the company's forthcoming devices, which it will present at its next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 design confirmed in new leak

To say that the rollout of Android’s Find My Device network has been choppy would be putting it lightly. That being said, the network itself is still in its infancy, and it is something Android users have wanted for years. Given its potential, manufacturers have begun creating Find My Device products to work with the network as it evolves. The Pebblebee tags are examples of these products, and they have quietly debuted in the Google Store.

Google is now selling Pebblebee’s Find My Device trackers in its store

We're extremely proud of our focused and concise, but girthy(!) Android Police podcast this week. Motorola takes the stage with new Razrs that shine in the fit-and-finish department, but it's software and day-to-day performance that will always be the devilish details that follow. We give early impressions. Plus, rundowns on Google and Samsung having their summer events way too early. And a shout-out to Hamilton, Ontario. Congratulations, you're not Windsor.

The new Moto Razr has all the colors for the Android Police podcast

Major international outages are affecting Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile roaming data plans. The root cause is unclear, possibly related to carrier transitions from 2G/3G to 4G/5G. Carriers are working on fixes, but it's recommended to use Wi-Fi, VPNs, local SIM cards, or eSIMs as alternatives in the meantime. If you're...

AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile customers hit with major international roaming outage

Google sometimes seems like a frenzied manic operation hastily building utility after utility without much thought given to UI design or overlapping features, but the same company also gave us gems like the Material Design language introduced with Android 12. Its own apps are fine examples with ever-evolving UIs, and Google Tasks also comes to mind. The latest development in that app ditches the bottom bar to move some optiosn around.

Google Tasks is replacing its bottom bar with something better

Proton VPN now offers credential-less logins on Android, making it easier for users to access the service. Proton has expanded its free server offerings to 21 countries holding elections this year to help residents access the internet privately. Proton's move to attract more users comes on the heels of the...

Proton VPN is now free to use without an account on Android

People love their phones thin. We want them to be powerful, quick, and with a long battery life, but also as flat as humanly possible. Fortunately, smartphone manufacturers have been really good at balancing this seemingly contradictory demand, as proven by some of Samsung's prior devices. Now, recent leaks have revealed that the Korean tech giant plans to release the Samsung Galaxy S25 as one of its thinnest devices since the Note20 Ultra.

The latest Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leaks brings good news for people who love ultra-thin phones

Samsung's Galaxy Watch FE offers some top-of-the-line features at a pocket-friendly price of $200. The watch comes in Black, Pink Gold, and Silver colorways, and is available for pre-order now. An LTE version will be available later this year. Last year's Galaxy Watch 6 is often on sale, and can...

Galaxy Watch FE pre-orders are finally live now

China-based Vivo has introduced a new tablet, the Vivo Pad 3, and based on the specs alone, this could fast become one of the best Android tablets of the year. Perhaps more importantly, it could become an exciting competitor to the recently released iPad Air (2024). The Vivo Pad 3...

This new Android tablet is everything I wish the 2024 iPad Air was

Officially, the Galaxy Z Fold5 (curr. $1,399.99 on Amazon) remains Samsung's current Galaxy Z Fold device. However, there has been plenty of evidence that the company is days away from releasing a successor. On the one hand, Samsung has now confirmed that it will host its next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10, full details of which we have discussed in an earlier article.

New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leaks show thinner redesign and three colour options

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could cut corners, in a good way

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra features an impressive design, but its sharp corners make it uncomfortable to hold. A reliable leaker claims the Galaxy S25 Ultra will...

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could cut corners, in a good way

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