Digital Trends Live: Oscar wrap-up, the Galaxy Z Flip, and more
On this of Digital Trend Live, we dig into the top stories in tech, including an Oscar wrap-up, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip, the Sun Orbiter launches, and more.
Galaxy Home Mini: Leak gives a sneak peek at the tiny smart speaker
Just two days away from product-launch, XDA's Max Weinbach gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the new Samsung Galaxy Home Mini. The speaker boasts some impressive smart-home capabilities, but also a couple of drawbacks.
Samsung previews foldable Galaxy Z Flip phone in Oscars ad
Two days before its official unveiling, Samsung previewed its second foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Flip in a 30-second advert during the 92nd Academy Awards.
ZTE Axon 10s Pro overtakes Samsung Galaxy S20 as first Snapdragon 865 smartphone
ZTE won the race against Samsung in revealing a Snapdragon 865-powered smartphone. The Axon 10s Pro is also said to be the first device to pack LPDDR5 RAM.
The Samsung Galaxy Home Mini is finally set to be released
The Samsung Galaxy Home Mini will be available in South Korea on February 12 for roughly $85 USD. Though no release date has been given for a western launch, the appearance of the Bixby-powered smart speaker is a fulfilled promise after multiple delays and missed launches.
Leaked hands-on video of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip shows off foldable screen
A leaked video of the Samsung Galaxy Flip Z apparently shows the smartphone's foldable screen in action. The device will reportedly be unveiled this month.
Huawei overcame sanctions to surpass Apple in 2019 global smartphone sales
Huawei beat Apple in 2019 global smartphone sales, despite U.S. sanctions. The Chinese manufacturer may have challenged Samsung, if not for the restrictions.
Super ISO on Samsung Galaxy S20 range could improve night mode
According to the latest rumors, the Samsung Galaxy S20 could be equipped with a new "Super ISO" that would significantly boost night and low-light performance.
Apple overtakes Samsung as the biggest smartphone vendor
According to reports from multiple analytics firms, Apple overtook Samsung as the largest smartphone manufacturer in the fourth quarter of 2019. Of course, it only overtook Samsung in that quarter. Over the year, Samsung still sold many more smartphones than Apple,,as did Huawei.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip shown off in full thanks to leaked renders
Samsung is set to launch another new foldable phone, called the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. The device will have a clamshell-style design, and relatively high-end specifications. We now have a much better look at the new device, thanks to a series of leaked renders from WinFuture.
Sprint will repair cracked screens of Samsung Galaxy smartphones for $49
Sprint has launched a screen repair program for select Samsung Galaxy models, covering the Galaxy S7 to the Galaxy S9. The offer is open even to subscribers of other carriers, but Sprint requires the smartphone to be in working condition, and customers may only avail the offer once.
MicroLED vs. Mini-LED: Which display technology will power your next TV?
Two recent display technologies have been grabbing headlines lately: MicroLED and mini-LED. They both refer to LED, but the way they use light-emitting diodes couldn't be more different. We explain how each one works, who makes TVs that use them, and why there's a massive gap in cost and capabilities.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold may offer dual 12-megapixel cameras
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold is expected to be Samsung's second foldable device, and new leaks indicate that it will offer features like a dual 12-megapixel camera and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ processor. The device is also expected to offer a 1-inch front display for checking things like battery status.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra phone will have a 100× digital zoom camera, report says
According to a new report, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra may offer a camera with up to a massive 100x digital zoom. Other new details about the phone include a 120Hz display that will be set to 60Hz out of the box, and an astrophotography feature to compete with the Google Pixel 4.
Samsung is testing its own version of AirDrop for its smartphones
AirDrop is one of the iPhone's best features -- and it's one Android phones haven't been able to compete with. That may be about to change. A leaked APK has shown Samsung is working on an AirDrop-like app for its new Samsung Galaxy S20 flagship range, and it could come to other Samsung phones.
Samsung’s AirDresser refreshes your clothes after each use
While CES 2020 is over, the kitchen and bath industry is in Las Vegas this week for its annual trade show. Samsung's there to show off the AirDreeser, a device that can remove wrinkles, dirt, and dust, sanitizing your clothes in as little as 30 minutes. Samsung is also showing off the new Family Hub.
New leak finally details pricing for the Samsung Galaxy S20 series
Plenty of details about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series have found their way online, but to date details about pricing have evaded leaks. Until now, that is. A new leak notes that the Samsung Galaxy S20 will start at around 900-1,000 euros, with higher-end and the Galaxy Z Flip costing more.
Leaks reveal the final design of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and Ultra 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S20 range is coming, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra is expected to be the largest phone in the range, with a four-lens camera system. Leakers have just revealed how Samsung's huge new phone will look, and according to their new renders, the Galaxy S20 Ultra will sport a two-tone camera module.
Leaked video gives us our best look yet at the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
There's no need to wait until February 11's Samsung Unpacked to see the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus. The latest leaked video shows the device from a bunch of angles, giving us our best look at Samsung's new flagship device, less than a month before it's finally revealed at Samsung's event.
Why you should wait to buy a new 2020 TV
You may be tempted to pick up a new TV right now, but it is worth holding off for the new crop coming out later this year. The latest TVs have a flood of new features we've been eagerly awaiting, from HDMI 2.1 to ATSC 3.0. Here's why your patience will be rewarded if you wait for a 2020 model this year.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra to sport 108MP camera, 1.5TB of storage
Samsung's upcoming S20 Ultra smartphone will feature a 108MP primary camera sensor, a 48MP secondary camera sensor with 40x optical zoom, and up to 1.5TB of storage space thanks to a 1TB SD card compatible expansion slot. However, we may have seen the same sensor released on a Xiaomi phone in 2019.
Samsung’s new $499 rugged smartphone is built like a tank for tough environments
After accidentally leaking it on its Finnish website, Samsung has gone official with its latest rugged smartphone. Called the Galaxy XCover Pro, the phone is built like a tank and is intended for workers in rugged work environments. It will go on sale for $499 in the United States sometime in the first half of 2020.
New leak reveals Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S20+ all in its glory
A new report confirms that there will be no Samsung Galaxy S11. Instead, the Galaxy S10 series’ successors will be called the S20s -- likely to match the decade. The fresh leak also reveals the first live images of the Galaxy S20+ which will be reportedly the middle-child of the lineup.
The best smartphones of CES 2020: Samsung, TCL, OnePlus, and more
CES is not always a big show for mobile, with many manufacturers waiting until Mobile World Congress to reveal new devices. But for 2020, a variety of companies came with hardware we will be able to buy soon and a collection of interesting concept devices to tease us with. Here are the best smartphones from CES 2020.
Will Samsung’s next folding phone be called the Galaxy Bloom? Perhaps not
The second folding Samsung phone is highly anticipated, and it is expected to be revealed at the February 11 Samsung Unpacked event. Will it be called the Galaxy Fold 2, or will Samsung go for a different name? The latest leaks claim to show "Galaxy Bloom" as a name, but is all as it seems?
The coolest products Samsung showed off at CES: Ballie, Neon, and lots of TVs
Samsung was one of the biggest booths (more like an entire wing), and the company showed off some new and groundbreaking tech at CES this week. In case you missed all the cool things they announced, here is our roundup of all the Samsung tech that impressed us the most at CES.
Digital Trends Live: Day 2 from the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show
It’s day 2 of the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show, which means another special edition of Digital Trends Live. Join hosts Greg Nibler and Maude Garrett as they bring you a full day of coverage, highlights, and other trending tech stories, including Samsung’s bezel-less 8K display, Facebook's deepfakes ban, and more.
Leakers disagree on whether the Galaxy S20 will have a 120Hz display
February is creeping closer, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 leaks are ramping up. The latest rumors point to Samsung abandoning 120Hz support on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 range. However, those rumors have been strongly rebuffed by another noted leaker. Who's right? We'll find out at Samsung Unpacked.
The Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro is a new rugged phone with a removable battery
Samsung has taken the wraps off of its latest rugged phone -- the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro. The new device offers relatively good performance, as well as two programmable buttons, a display that works with gloves, and even a removable battery. Unfortunately, there's no word on a U.S. release.
CES 2020: Samsung’s auto-dialogue boost is the coolest feature from its new TVs
Samsung had a lot of cool new innovations to crow about at CES 2020, from its 292-inch TV monster to its new Sero TV that rotates into portrait mode. But one of its best features is also its simplest. The new Q950TS TV offers auto-dialogue boost, so you never miss a moment no matter how noisy your home.
Samsung’s new food A.I. can suggest recipes based on what’s in your fridge
Imagine if, after a long day at work, your fridge could look to see what you’ve got in stock and then suggest a meal composed of those ingredients. That’s what Samsung has developed with a new personalized A.I. cooking experience feature for its fridges, shown off at CES.
Samsung’s new external SSD is the size of a business card
During CES 2020, Samsung is announcing an impressive-looking new T7 touch portable solid-state-drive (SSD) that is smaller than the size of a business card. The T7 Touch Portable SSD is also the first from Samsung to feature a built-in fingerprint scanner for added security and protecting your files.
Samsung’s next-generation folding phone may use last-generation hardware
Samsung's next folding phone is on the horizon, and it's unquestionable that the Fold is looking to the future. However, the next generation of the phone could be hobbled with the last generation's hardware. According to rumors, the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 may use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 from last year.
Google Play sides with team Samsung in the HDR format war
Designed to rival Dolby Vision, HDR10+ is the brainchild of Samsung, which teamed up with Panasonic and 20th Century Fox to bring it to life. Together, these brands make up an initiative known as HDR10+ Technologies, and it's this initiative that has announced that HDR10+ will soon expand to Google Play Movies and TV.