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☆ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review: A big improvement to the clamshell foldable phone, but it's still held back by battery life and usefulness
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-11 | by ( Antonio Villas-Boas | John Lynch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +15 min

Learn moreThe Galaxy Z Flip 5 is Samsung's newest foldable phone with an updated compact clamshell design. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 The Galaxy Z Flip 5 offers big upgrades, and we mean that literally. Samsung also updated its hinge design for the Z Flip 5 so that it shuts completely flat instead of leaving a gap at the hinge, like previous Z Flip models. Samsung’s new hinge lets the Galaxy Z Flip 5 fold completely flat, without a gap at the hinge. The Galaxy Z Flip 5’s camera quality with boosted brightness and colors will be familiar for long-time Samsung fans.

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Both brands have made waves lately with their most recent high-end models: the Apple Watch Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Below is a side-by-side comparison of the Apple Watch Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Apple Watch Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Specs at a glanceApple Watch Ultra Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Price $800 $450 Display size 49mm 45mm Case size 49mm 45mm Compatibility iPhone Android Battery life 36 hours Apx. Apple Watch Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Smartwatch performanceFor both the Apple Watch Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, the quality of their smartwatch experience is defined by a very clear line in the sand: Ultra users should have an iPhone, and Watch 5 Pro users should have an Android phone. Apple Watch Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Battery lifeWhen it comes to battery life, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro heavily outperformed the Apple Watch Ultra in our individual reviews, with the Pro boasting a three-day max as opposed to the Ultra's 36-hour limit.

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☆ People are obsessed with a wild YouTube live stream where testers repeatedly open and close flip smartphones. It's gone on for nearly a week: Samsung's phone still works, but Motorola's is broken.
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-08 | by ( Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

So he recruited volunteers to open and close the flip smartphones repeatedly on a live stream. People are going wild over an ongoing YouTube live stream where testers repeatedly open and close flip smartphones until they break. There are a couple hundred people watching the live stream no matter what time you tune in." Last year, the YouTuber ran a similar experiment with Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3. "I definitely wouldn't do this unless they gave me a new z flip," another person said in the chat.

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Samsung officially announced two next-generation flagship Galaxy Watch line models, the Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic, ahead of its Samsung Unpacked event on Wednesday. Samsung is also bringing back the rotating bezel for the Watch 6 Classic, which was last used on the Watch4. Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Price and release dateThe Galaxy Watch 6 price starts at $299.99 for the 40mm model and $329.99 for the 44mm model. The Watch 6 Classic marks the return of the Galaxy Watch's rotating bezel, which was last used on Watch 4. Les Shu/InsiderSamsung Galaxy Watch 6: SpecsBoth models feature a sapphire crystal, Super AMOLED display that measures 1.5 inches for the 44mm Watch 6 and 47mm Watch 6 Classic and 1.3 inches for the 40mm Watch 6 and 43mm Watch 6 Classic.

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Among the best Prime Day deals around, the 512GB model of Samsung's premier flagship phone, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, is now available at a $400 discount for an all-time low price of $979.99 at Amazon. Samsung is also offering $350 off the 256GB Galaxy S23 Ultra and the standard Galaxy S23 is $200 off too. Check out our full guide to the best Prime Day phone deals. Typically, the 512GB version of the S23 Ultra will cost you $1,380, which makes this $400 Prime Day discount an exceptional value. Like the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus, the Galaxy S23 Ultra uses the top Android processor currently available, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, in a version that is specially optimized to grant Galaxy S23 phones added performance.

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It's day two of Amazon Prime Day and one of our favorite smartphone deals is still live. Google's Pixel 6a is one of the best Android phones on the market thanks to its stellar performance and features at a seriously low price. For those reasons, we prefer the Pixel 6A over the newer 7A. Now, thanks to one of the best Prime Day deals yet, it's an even better deal at an all-time low price of $249 on Amazon, $100 lower than its regular list price. A stellar $100 saving for Prime Day on the Google Pixel 6aThe best budget Android phone on the marketWith great features, great photo performance, and a stylish look, the Google Pixel 6a is the best budget Android phone you can buy, and one of the best Android phones for the money, period.

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Amazon Prime Day has been piling on the best Prime Day deals throughout the event, including big discounts on phones. Below, we've compiled all of the best Prime Day phone deals so far. Best Prime Day Samsung Galaxy phone dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23+ (256GB) For Prime Day, you can save $200 on our top pick for the best Android phone, the Galaxy S23+. Check out our full roundup of all the best Apple Prime Day deals for a complete list of discounts.

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Among the best Prime Day deals around, the 512GB model of Samsung's premier flagship phone, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, is now available at a $300 discount for an all-time low price of $1,079.99 at Amazon. One of the best Android phones you can buy, the Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts an unrivaled four-camera system, and this Prime Day discount beats this model's previous lowest listing by $45. Typically, the 512GB version of the S23 Ultra will cost you $1,380, which makes this $300 Prime Day discount an exceptional value. The Galaxy S23 Ultra comes with a built-in S-Pen stylus, which you can use to precisely edited photos on the phone's large 6.8-inch screen, which runs at a smooth 120Hz on an OLED display. Like the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus, the Galaxy S23 Ultra uses the top Android processor currently available, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, in a version that is specially optimized to grant Galaxy S23 phones added performance.

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Google's Pixel 6a is one of the best Android phones on the market thanks to its stellar performance and features at a seriously low price. Now, thanks to one of the best Prime Day deals yet, it's an even better deal at an all-time low price of $249 on Amazon, $100 lower than its regular list price. One of our favorite features about the Pixel 6a is Google's Tensor processor, which lets you do some very cool things, such as using the Magic Eraser function to instantly remove offending images from your favorite pictures. If you're looking for a phone for well under $500, the Pixel 6a is our favorite option. However, if you happen to find more room in your budget, there are also tremendous Prime Day deals on several premium Android phones, including Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy S23 Ultra.

One of today's best Prime Day deals, the 512GB model of Samsung's latest foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 4, is now available at an all-time low price of $1,169.99 at Amazon. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is one of the best Samsung phones you can buy as the company's latest and greatest foldable, and this Prime Day deal eclipses the previous lowest price for this model by $300. A stellar $750 Prime Day deal on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4The best foldable you can buy from SamsungThe Galaxy Z Fold 4 outclasses the other recent foldable phone from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, as the Z Fold 4 offers a more usable exterior display and greater versatility. In addition to the $750 discount on the 512GB model of the Z Fold 4, there's also a $700 deal on the 256GB model of the phone. The Z Fold 4's excellent Prime Day discount makes a more compelling case for it as a phone-and-tablet alternative to the Google Pixel Fold, which is ultimately a superior foldable phone but is still available only from Verizon, AT&T, and Google at a prohibitive starting price of $1,800.

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Amazon Prime Day is in full swing, and we're rounding up all of the best Prime Day deals throughout the event. Best Prime Day Samsung Galaxy phone dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23+ (256GB) For Prime Day, you can save $200 on our top pick for the best Android phone, the Galaxy S23+. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (512GB) This Prime Day deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is an all-time low price for Samsung’s most powerful smartphone to date. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) The Galaxy S23 (2023) is the entry model in Samsung's flagship smartphone series.

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Both brands have made waves lately with their most recent high-end models: the Apple Watch Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro. Below, we've compared the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro with the Apple Watch Ultra side-by-side to help you decide. Apple Watch Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Specs at a glanceApple Watch Ultra Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro Price $800 $450 Display size 49mm 45mm Case size 49mm 45mm Compatibility iPhone Android Battery life 36 hours Apx. Apple Watch Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Smartwatch performanceFor both the Apple Watch Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro, the quality of their smartwatch experience is defined by a very clear line in the sand: Ultra users should have an iPhone, and Watch5 Pro users should have an Android phone. Apple Watch Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Battery lifeWhen it comes to battery life, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro heavily outperformed the Apple Watch Ultra in our individual reviews, with the Pro boasting a three-day max as opposed to the Ultra's 36-hour limit.

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☆ Nike CEO John Donahoe on how he manages sleep health in a hectic life
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-30 | by ( Emily Grill | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Donahoe can't get seven hours of sleep every night, but he said that he tries to hit 70 hours of sleep every 10 days. Hitting this target, rather than exactly how much sleep he gets per night, is a sleep science workaround that the Nike CEO says has been working for him. Sleep science research has consistently shown that the average adult should aim for seven hours of a sleep each night. It's not necessarily always going to be the recommended seven hours of sleep that will ensure a good night's rest, according to sleep experts. In the long term, if you don't get enough sleep, there's health outcomes that can occur."

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To help you with this task, we've compiled a list of the best Galaxy A14 5G cases from Samsung and from trusted brands like Otterbox, Spigen, and Poetic. Yes, we highly recommend getting a case for your Samsung Galaxy A14 5G. Will a Galaxy A13 5G case fit a Galaxy A14 5G? Unfortunately, a case for the Galaxy A13 5G will not fit on the Galaxy A14 5G, as the dimensions of the phones differ. There are a few important aspects to consider when choosing a Galaxy A14 5G case.

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Motorola announced its new Razr and Razr Plus foldable phones on June 1. Motorola's Razr Plus fixes my biggest issue with clamshell-style foldable phonesThe Razr Plus doesn't have the bottom lip that the previous model had, which makes for a cleaner look. Now, the Razr and Razr Plus have a modern clamshell design, where both halves are identical and flat. Motorola's standard Razr could be the most affordable foldable phone you can buyThe standard Razr also lacks the bottom lip of the previous Razr iteration for a cleaner overall look. Motorola Razr and Razr Plus specs

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We've gathered the best deals below, including discounts on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, the Samsung Jet 75+, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2. Deal Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 defy their affordable price by producing quality, powerful sound from a tiny package. Deal Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 With the trade-in of an eligible mobile phone, tablet, or watch, Samsung is offering up to $500 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, which can bring the price down to as low as $500. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the best smartphone for Android users who prefer smaller screens. The list also includes some of our favorite Samsung gear, like the Samsung Galaxy S23, Samsung Galaxy Earbuds 2, and the Samsung Jet 75+.

Google Pixel Fold Google's Pixel Fold is a premium, foldable phone that looks to justify its $1,800 price tag with versatile functionality and multitasking features. In many respects, Google's Pixel Fold offers a design and functionality similar to its main competitor, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4. Google Pixel Fold: Hands-on impressionsThe Pixel Fold's exterior screen looks and feels like a regular phone screen. Antonio Villas-Boas/InsiderThe Pixel Fold is available for pre-order from Google's Store online now for a starting price of $1,799. Google Pixel Fold: Specs

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are Apple's newest high-end smartphones. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: CamerasBoth the iPhone 14 Pro Max and Pixel 7 Pro sport triple-lens camera systems, including main, ultrawide, and zoom cameras. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Battery lifeThe iPhone 14 Pro Max (left) has better battery life than the Pixel 7 Pro (right) Antonio Villas-BoasThe iPhone 14 Pro Max has one of the best results we've seen in our battery life test at 67% remaining. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Special featuresThis is where Google's Pixel 7 Pro comes into its own when compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. iPhone 14 Pro Max Google Pixel 7 Pro 128GB $1,099 $899 256GB $1,199 $999 512GB $1,399 $1,099 1TB $1,599 N/AiPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Which should you buy?

Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (256GB) Amazon’s $200 deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is an all-time low price for Samsung’s most powerful smartphone to date. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs. Galaxy S23 Ultra: Performance and battery lifeBoth the Galaxy S23 Plus (left) and Galaxy S23 Ultra (right) have the same performance, but the Galaxy S23 Plus surprisingly has better battery life. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs. Galaxy S23 Ultra: CamerasOne of the Galaxy S23 Ultra's main differentiating factors is its camera system. Galaxy S23 Plus Galaxy S23 Ultra 256GB $999.99 $1,199.99 512GB $1,119.99 $1,379.99 1TB N/A $1,619.99To be sure, Samsung and carriers (especially carriers) offer tempting trade-in deals for your old phone to offset the cost of a new Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs. Galaxy S23 Ultra: Which should you buy?

Samsung's Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus only differ in size, battery life, and storage options. If you prioritize battery life, though, you should opt for the larger Galaxy S23 Plus. Choosing between the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus can simply boil down to size preference — if you prefer smaller phones, the Galaxy S23 is your champion, and those who prefer larger screens should gravitate toward the Galaxy S23 Plus. Just know to expect longer battery life on larger phones, like the Galaxy S23 Plus. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) Amazon is taking $100 off the Galaxy S23 (2023), the entry model in Samsung's flagship smartphone series.

Amazon is currently hosting deals for Samsung's latest Galaxy S23 phones, including the standard Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra, for a limited time. And the Galaxy S23 Ultra that typically costs $1,200 is down to $1,000 — that's $200 off, and the same regular price as the Galaxy S23 Plus. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (256GB) Amazon’s $200 deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra is an all-time low price for Samsung’s most powerful smartphone to date. Deal Samsung Galaxy S23+ (256GB) Save $150 on Amazon for the Galaxy S23+, a larger-screen version of the S23 (6.6 inches versus 6.1). Deal Samsung Galaxy S23 (128GB) Amazon is taking $100 off the Galaxy S23 (2023), the entry model in Samsung's flagship smartphone series.

Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: ScreensThe Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have very different screens. Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Performance and smart featuresThe Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro run on the same processor, which helps run the same set of smart features that Google’s Pixel phones are known for. Antonio Villas-Boas/InsiderPixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Battery life and chargingThe Pixel 7 surprisingly showed a better result than the bigger Pixel 7 Pro in our battery test. Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: PriceThe Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro differ pretty dramatically in price, with a steep $300 delta between each model's storage options. Pixel 7 Pixel 7 Pro 128GB $599 $899 256GB $699 $999 512GB N/A $1,099Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Which should you buy?

☆ Flip phones had a glow-up, but Gen Zers say they're not catching the vibe
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-16 | by ( Kate Duffy | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Tech-savvy Gen Zers don't seem too hyped about the latest foldable phones. But this age group, born between 1997 and 2015, appears unfazed by the latest foldable phones. Over the past few years, flip phones have had a glow-up. Advertisements of the latest flip phones regularly flash up on television, flood the billboards in public places, and appear in pop-up stores in malls for passersby to play with. Foldable phones are late to the partyThey've been around for nearly 30 years, but flip phones have "missed the boat" in the mass market, Atwal said.

☆ Samsung says S23 smartphone sales ahead of S22 with most people buying the priciest 'Ultra' model
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-28 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Samsung said that 60% of the pre-orders for the Galaxy S23 smartphone series were for the S23 Ultra, the most expensive device in the lineup. The series features three models: the standard S23, a slightly more expensive S23+ and the top-of-the-line S23 Ultra. The S23 Ultra starts at $1,200. "So we are on the premium segment, despite the difficult economic environment, we see a steady opportunity for us. Chomet revealed that the most expensive version of the flagship phones — the S23 Ultra — accounted for about 60% of global S23 pre-orders.

☆ Samsung launches new Galaxy S23 smartphone lineup with improved camera, gaming capabilities
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-01 | by ( Ryan Browne | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The Galaxy S23 smartphone lineup features three new models: the standard S23, a slightly more expensive S23+ and the top-of-the-line S23 Ultra. Samsung typically releases its flagship Galaxy S models in the first half of the year and its Galaxy Z line of folding phones in the second half. The S23 Ultra houses a huge 5,000 mAh, or milliampere hour, battery. The S23 Plus and S23 come with 4,700 mAh and 3,900 mAh batteries, respectively. Users can also pair the Book3 with Samsung tablets to use the latter as a second screen, Samsung said.

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