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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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Both the Fitbit Sense 2 and the Apple Watch Series 8 are the latest generation of their brand's flagship wearable — and are the best Fitbit and best Apple Watch, respectively, you can buy. While the original Fitbit Sense had a small touch-sensitive haptic button on the left-hand side of the watch, Fitbit added a physical button to the Fitbit Sense 2, which is easier to operate, especially during workouts. Antonio Villas-Boas/Rick Stella/Insider Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Fitbit Sense 2: Smartwatch performanceIt's clear the Sense 2 was built with health and wellness in mind but beyond that, its smartwatch capabilities are limited. Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Fitbit Sense 2: Battery lifeAntonio Villas-Boas/Rick Stella/InsiderOne of the main reasons you'd want the Fitbit Sense 2 over the Series 8 is its battery life. The Apple Watch Series 8 costs $100 more than the Fitbit Sense 2 but it is a more full-featured smartwatch.

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Apple's MacBook Air lineup now includes three models for buyers to choose from: The 2020 13-inch MacBook Air with M1, 2022 13-inch MacBook Air with M2, and the brand-new 2023 15-inch MacBook Air with M2. You can also check out our full 2020 MacBook Air and 2022 MacBook Air reviews for detailed thoughts on those models. AppleApple's 2020 13-inch MacBook Air uses the company's M1 processor, while the 2022 13-inch and 2023 15-inch models both use the more powerful M2 processor. MacBook Air 15-inch vs. 13-inch: DesignThe M2 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops have a flat design when closed Antonio Villas-BoasOther than screen size, the 2022 13-inch and 2023 15-inch MacBook Air models both share the same overall design with a flat build when closed rather than the tapered, wedge-shaped look of the 2020 13-inch MacBook Air. MacBook Air 15-inch vs. 13-inch: Display and cameraThe 2023 MacBook Air has a notch on its screen to house its camera.

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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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☆ Google's Pixel Tablet has the best chance of any Android tablet to take on Apple's iPads. Here's a hands-on look and how to preorder.
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Antonio Villas-Boas | John Lynch | Senior Tech Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Google Pixel Tablet The Pixel Tablet has a premium design and runs on the same processor as Google's flagship Pixel 7 phone series. With the Pixel Tablet, Google is trying for the second time to enter the tablet space that's dominated by Apple's iPads. Google Pixel Tablet: Hands-on impressionsThe Google Pixel Tablet feels like a premium tablet and has the same performance as the company's top phones. The Android OS also feels at home on the Pixel Tablet, unlike some other Android tablets. Google Pixel Tablet: Specs

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.

That's why it's difficult to recommend casual iPad users to spend $270 more for the iPad Air series. Still, the 2022 iPad Air is our mid-range pick for the best iPad. Conversely, the 2022 iPad Air is the value champion for power iPad users. Deal Apple iPad Air (2022) With its powerful processor and mid-level pricing, the 2022 iPad Air is a little overkill for running simple, popular apps and video streaming. Get the 256GB iPad Air, or the base 64GB iPad Air if you don't need the storage.

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?

Apple Watch Series 8 (41mm, GPS) The Apple Watch Series 8 now features a temperature sensor, car crash detection, and low-power mode, making it an even more powerful fitness tracker slash smartwatch. While the original Fitbit Sense had a small touch-sensitive haptic button on the left-hand side of the watch, Fitbit added a physical button to the Fitbit Sense 2, which is easier to operate, especially during workouts. Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Fitbit Sense 2: Smartwatch performanceThe Fitbit Sense 2 was clearly built with health and wellness in mind but beyond that, its smartwatch capabilities are limited. Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Fitbit Sense 2: Battery lifeAntonio Villas-Boas/Rick Stella/InsiderOne of the main reasons you'd want the Fitbit Sense 2 over the Series 8 is its battery life. The Apple Watch Series 8 costs $100 more than the Fitbit Sense 2 but you get a more full-featured smartwatch.

You can still buy the Apple Watch Series 3, even though Apple no longer supports it. For a budget Apple Watch with better value, we recommend the 2022 Apple Watch SE instead. Apple Watch SE (2022) The second-generation Apple Watch SE is Apple’s new reigning budget smartwatch. Antonio Villas-BoasThe 2022 Watch SE replaced the Series 3 as the entry-level Apple Watch. Considering that the Apple Watch Series 3 is still functional and very good for the most basic tasks, some buyers might overlook its discontinued support.

The iPad Air and iPad Pro are ideal options for users with intensive workloads. A few months later, the company introduced the sixth-generation iPad Pro, which stands as the most powerful and responsive tablet in Apple's current lineup. On top of that, the iPad Pro includes Apple's ProMotion high-refresh-rate display for a silky smooth experience when navigating and working on the tablet. When deciding between the iPad Air or iPad Pro, there are additional details to consider, like Face ID versus Touch ID, storage options, cameras, and USB-C data transfer speed. iPad Air (2022) vs. iPad Pro (2022): Specs compared

☆ It's Not ChatGBT's Time to Shine — yet. Here's Why.
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-21 | by ( Diamond Naga Siu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Within weeks of taking over, he dramatically transformed Twitter's company culture and started major projects — seemingly with one foot already out the door. Although a successful future for any technology is not guaranteed, ChatGPT feels like a tipping point for generative AI. Roomba, an automatic vacuum cleaner, took multiple sensitive photos that were shared on social media. After short-video apps like TikTok became the dominant platforms for fans to listen to new songs in 2022, music-industry execs are now setting their sights on social media as the next big money-making opportunity. Here are 15 power players using social media to shape the music industry.

☆ Welcome to Elon Musk's Fan Club
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-20 | by ( Jordan Parker Erb | Diamond Naga Siu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

We didn't think refreshing Elon Musk's Twitter feed was how we'd spend it. Today, we're taking you inside the latest club in Silicon Valley: Elon Musk's fan club. Welcome to the Elon Musk fan club. Cue Musk's Twitter takeover: slashing headcount, revoking benefits, and cranking up productivity. Elon Musk is being forced to choose a company.

☆ A man in Alaska stranded while riding a snow machine was rescued after using his iPhone 14's emergency satellite SOS feature
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-02 | by ( Britney Nguyen | Antonio Villas-Boas | Junior Reporter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

He used Apple's iPhone Emergency SOS via satellite feature, on iPhone 14 and 14 Pro, to be rescued. The area where the stranded Alaska man was rescued using Apple's Emergency SOS via Satellite on iPhone 14. Apple's Emergency SOS via Satellite feature that communicates with Apple's Emergency Response Center allowed the rescue team to receive this information faster than a typical satellite communication device. The Emergency SOS via Satellite feature is available on iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models for free for two years after activating the phone. You can demo Apple's Emergency SOS via Satellite feature without actually alerting rescue services before setting off on an adventure or journey to get a feel for the feature and how it works.

Cyber Monday is here, and that means deep discounts on premium-priced items like Apple devices. Instead, deals on popular Apple devices can be found at major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. We're constantly scouring the internet for the best deals on Apple devices during this Black Friday. For more ways to save, be sure to check out our Cyber Monday liveblog for the latest deals. Top Cyber Monday Apple deals right now

Cyber Monday is here, which means retailers big and small are offering their best sales of the year. During this busy shopping holiday season, most shoppers think to look for big-ticket items, but there are plenty of deals to score under $50. To help, we've gathered some of the best Cyber Monday deals under $50 that you can shop right now. Bookmark this page and check back often — we'll be updating it with more deals under $50 as long as the deals keep coming. For more ways to save, be sure to check out our Cyber Monday liveblog for the very best deals, no matter the price point.

This is the lowest price we've seen since they hit stores. There are plenty of excellent Cyber Monday discounts on Apple devices worth considering but this is a particularly noteworthy deal, considering the original AirPods Pro, released in 2019, has averaged between $170 and $185 throughout 2022. Deal Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) The second-generation AirPods Pro are Apple's best premium earbuds yet, with much improved sound quality and noise cancellation. $199.99 from Amazon Originally $249.00 Save 20%The second-gen AirPods Pro is a significantly better set of wireless earbuds than the originals. Apple also gave the new AirPods Pro a touch-sensitive stem that lets you adjust volume without having to take out your iPhone.

Apple only just recently released the new $250 second-generation AirPods Pro in September, and they're already available for a $50 discount from Amazon, Target, and Best Buy for Black Friday 2022. Deal Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) The second-generation AirPods Pro are Apple's best premium earbuds yet, with much improved sound quality and noise cancellation. Deals on newly released Apple products are rare, but the second-gen AirPods Pro are already on sale for $50 off their regular price — the lowest we've seen so far. $199.99 from Amazon Originally $249.00 Save 20%The second-gen AirPods Pro are a significantly better set of wireless earbuds than the originals. Apple also gave the new AirPods Pro a touch-sensitive stem that lets you adjust volume without having to take out your iPhone.

Black Friday has arrived and it's the best time to save on Apple products. Instead, deals on popular Apple devices can be found at major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. We're constantly scouring the internet for the best deals on Apple devices during this Black Friday. When we find a good deal on AirPods, iPads, Apple Watches, Macs, or Apple-related accessories, we're placing them here for you to find. Top Black Friday Apple deals right now

Every year, color-changing smart lightbulbs from Sengled prove to be one of to be a popular products with our readers. Deal Sengled Smart Color-Changing LED light bulbs (single pack) Sengled's smart color-changing light bulb is significantly more affordable than bulbs from big names like Philips. For about $12, this single bulb is more affordable than ever. The Sengled bulbs work with Amazon's Alexa voice assistant, so you can control them with voice commands on any Alexa-powered device, like Amazon's Echo Dot. No matter how you intend to use them, Sengled's bulbs offer an incredibly economic way of adding several smart color-changing bulbs to your home.

You can take $100-$150 off Google's Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel 6a during a limited-time deal ahead of Black Friday, available from Google's store and Amazon. In addition, you could get one of these phones for free — or close to it — via Google's trade-in program, if you currently have the right Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, or iPhone. (We called Pixel 6a the best Android phone you can buy for under $500, and it's now even cheaper.) The discounts are the lowest for the Pixel 7 ($100 off $599 for the 128GB model) and Pixel 6a ($150 off $499), and nearly the lowest for the Pixel 7 Pro ($150 off $899 for the 128GB model). Considering that the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are brand new, we don't think you'll get a better deal until next year.

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