Overshadowed by the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the Galaxy S24 hasn’t received much attention. Some recent leaks of the base model Galaxy S24 flagship show a minimal change over the S23 of earlier this year in its four main color options.
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Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s December update is available for these devices
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Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 4 gets first security update since Wear OS 4
Security updates are rolling out for Galaxy Watch 4 users. This is the first update since Wear OS 4 with One UI Watch 5 rolled out to the watch that set the tone for Samsung’s newest models.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 beta now available for Phone (1) with Nothing OS 2.5
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Expand Expanding CloseTikTok rolling out optimization for large screens including Android foldables and iPads
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Expand Expanding CloseLatest Galaxy S24 Ultra leaks detail camera upgrades, ‘far better’ titanium than iPhone, more
The Galaxy S line generally improves year over year. This year, the Galaxy S24 Ultra could come with much better image processing – rivaling Google’s Pixel lineup – and stronger frame and build.
Expand Expanding CloseRedMagic 9 Pro launches globally with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for $649
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Expand Expanding CloseThese are the best Android phones on a budget in 2023
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Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Store redesign breaks search bar for some users
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Expand Expanding CloseReview: Dbrand’s Pixel Fold Grip case and X-Ray skin are a gorgeous combo
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Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 5 and 5 Pro receive December security update
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Expand Expanding CloseAsus will likely release a ‘Pro’ ROG Phone 8, full specs leaked
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Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy Book 4 packs Intel’s new AI-centric chipsets
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Expand Expanding CloseSamsung reveals the first two Galaxy A phones with funky ‘Key Island’ design
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Expand Expanding CloseThe Asus ROG Phone 8 will launch in January, according to official social post
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Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 6 brings one-time passwords for mobile hotspots
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Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Open teardown reveals where all the titanium is – just the screws [Video]
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Expand Expanding CloseSamsung revives $1,000 trade-in deal for the Z Fold 5, bringing it down to $650
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Expand Expanding CloseFirst glimpse of Samsung’s One UI 6.1 shows new Battery Protection settings
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Expand Expanding CloseReview: Motorola Razr 2023 proves a foldable phone can be ‘basic’ in a good way
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Expand Expanding CloseHow to create and send the new Photomoji in Google Messages
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Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra gets side-by-side comparison with S23 Ultra, showing subtle differences
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Expand Expanding CloseGTA 6 seemingly won’t come to PC during 2025 launch, so what about cloud gaming?
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