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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Review: Still the King of the Clamshell

Zarif Ali — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:16:28 GMT

In 2020, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip, the company’s first clamshell foldable device, aimed at giving you a compact phone that flips open to reveal a larger screen. The first Galaxy Z Flip introduced a new form factor for smartphones but with some compromises like battery life and camera quality.

What's the Worst Samsung Phone to Buy in 2023?

Katie Rees — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:30:30 GMT

If you haven't got an iPhone, chances are you're using a Samsung Galaxy instead. This line of smartphones has become incredibly popular over the years and is now the second-most popular choice next to Apple's iPhone range. But not all Samsung Galaxy phones are a hit. In 2023, there are a couple of notable examples you might want to think twice about.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Waterproof?

Alvin Wanjala — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:01:26 GMT

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 5 has various enhancements to its predecessor. Specifications-wise, the Z Fold 5 is undoubtedly a solid foldable smartphone. Nonetheless, with its $1,800 price tag, you should be concerned about the device's durability.

Samsung Galaxy Fold5 Review: More Than Just an Iteration

Zarif Ali — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:15:26 GMT

We got our first glimpse at Samsung’s ambitions for the foldable smartphone only four years ago. In the years since, we’ve seen massive interest in this form factor, with companies like Oppo, Xiaomi, Vivo, and even Google making their own. With that initial Galaxy Fold, Samsung was determined to be the pioneer of the industry. But now, in 2023, with its Galaxy Z Fold5, it appears the company is seemingly comfortable in its reign as the industry leader, giving what seems to be an iterative update over the Fold4—which was already just a marginal improvement over the Fold3.

iPhone 15 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Which Is Better?

Ayush Jalan — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 15:00:25 GMT

The iPhone 15 Pro is the latest and greatest phone from Apple, and it comes with quite a few nifty improvements over its predecessor, which introduced the Dynamic Island and changed the face of the iPhone.

Why the Foldable Smartphone Crease Is Still an Issue in 2023

Jessica Dale — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 21:30:26 GMT

Foldable devices are edging towards becoming mainstream, with a growing number of manufacturers joining the movement with their iterations and more established brands, such as Samsung, Huawei, and Honor, releasing their third, fourth, and fifth-generation foldable devices.

7 Weird and Wonderful Products We Spotted at IFA 2023

Katie Rees — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 18:20:25 GMT

At IFA 2023, we saw a lot of impressive new tech. But among these high-end tech showcases were some unusual and innovative products, the type of tech that makes you look twice. So, here are the weirdest and most wonderful products we found at IFA 2023.

The Best New Smartphones We Spotted at IFA 2023

Gabriela Vatu — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:16:24 GMT

IFA 2023 is here, and we're seeing some really cool products being unveiled, including a few smartphones. From Honor to Sony, from foldable to rollable, IFA has it all. We've seen some fantastic designs and impressive features, so we're excited to showcase your next favorite phone.

IFA 2023: Honor Reveals World's Thinnest Foldable Smartphone, the Magic V2

Gavin Phillips — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:26:25 GMT

Honor is never far from the action when it comes to cutting-edge tech. Here at IFA 2023, Honor has launched the Magic V2, a 9.9mm foldable smartphone featuring a triple-rear camera configuration, a substantial 5,000mAh battery, and a titanium alloy folding hinge it claims can withstand 400,000 folds.

Fold vs. Flip: Which Is the Better Form Factor for Foldable Phones?

Ayush Jalan — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:00:23 GMT

The two types of folding phones—the book-style fold phones and the more traditional clamshell-style flip phones—share a lot of similarities, both in terms of benefits and flaws. On the bright side, both can fit a bigger screen in a smaller body, fold halfway to be used as a stand, and take high-quality selfies using the main camera system on the back.