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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 changed my mind, and after testing it for two weeks, I'm convinced it's the foldable phone most people should buy
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 surprised me. As someone who has not been a big fan of book-style foldables and generally prefers flip phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 seems to flip everything on its head. In fact, given its small stature, it sits somewhere in the Goldilocks zone between both types of foldables. I think this is why I like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 so much. I was ready to dismiss the…
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Actualité : Forfait mobile : faut-il choisir une offre avec smartphone inclus ou acheter son téléphone à côté ?
© Krakenimages/Shutterstock - Forfait mobile avec smartphones ou achats séparés : voici la meilleure solution pour votre budget Céder aux offres des forfaits mobiles avec smartphone inclus ou privilégier un achat séparé, c’est une interrogation que l’on s’est tous posée face aux vitrines des opérateurs, qui promettent un téléphone flambant neuf à un prix défiant toute concurrence. Mais derrière ces propositions se cachent des engagements à long terme qu’il vaut mieux analyser avant de…
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Pixel 11: All of the last-minute leaks [Video]
As is customary, we already know a ton about Google’s latest smartphone series before it officially launches. The last-minute leaks are seriously piling up for the Pixel 11 — here’s everything you need to know. For more video content, subscribe to 9to5Google on YouTube. You don’t really need us to tell you what is coming; the leaks and previous generations have told us what to expect. The lineup for 2026 will consist of the…
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Your phone's USB-C port does a lot more than just charge – Here's what else it can do
You might be surprised at how versatile it really is. For a rocky couple of years in the 2010s, smartphone ports were a bit of a free-for-all. Apple was off doing one thing with Lightning, while Android devices were off doing another. The classic 3.5 mm headphone jacks disappeared, to the initial dismay of many audiophiles and anyone annoyed by the need to buy yet another cable adapter. It took some time, but mobile…
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I gave my Samsung phone superpowers with a $6 pack of NFC tags — here’s how
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. NFC is a smartphone feature that isn’t nearly as appreciated as it should be. It’s not as flashy as UWB nor as integral as Wi-Fi, but NFC powers some of the simplest tools that help me plow through the mundanities of the day. A few months ago, I picked up a bunch of NFC tags for a specific Android Auto automation project…
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Just got your Galaxy Z Fold 8? Here are the first 5 things you need to do
Affiliate links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. I’m currently using the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and it doesn’t take long to realize it’s a special device. I loved my Microsoft Surface Duo, original Google Pixel Fold, and BlackBerry Passport — all phones with one thing in common: a wider aspect ratio. We’ve been stuck in an era of taller, narrower devices for the last decade or so, and the…
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iPhone 17 Prices Could Rise as Soon as Monday, Rumor Claims
Apple could raise iPhone 17 prices as soon as Monday, August 10, according to a new rumor, well before the wider round of increases expected with next month's iPhone 18 Pro launch. Weibo leaker "Fixed Focus Digital" said in a post yesterday that rumors are circulating about an iPhone 17 price change taking effect on August 10. The leaker was noncommittal about whether prices will actually move, though the post claimed with more certainty…
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Pixel 11 Pro XL : préparez-vous à payer très cher le prochain smartphone de Google
La version haut de gamme du prochain smartphone phare de Google se précise. On vient d’apercevoir le Pixel 11 Pro XL, qui serait déjà disponible sur le marché gris. Et, le moins que l’on puisse dire, c’est que son prix risque d’en refroidir plus d’un. À quelques jours seulement de sa présentation officielle, la onzième génération du Pixel est déjà bien connue. Du moins, en théorie. En effet, le Google Pixel 11 a fait…
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Actualité : Mal de transports : l’option magique de l’iPhone à activer absolument avant de partir en vacances
© Shuttershock - Mal de transports : l'option magique de l'iPhone à activer absolument avant de partir en vacances Consulter un message, faire défiler un fil d'actualité ou regarder une vidéo sur la route provoque rapidement vertiges et maux de tête lorsque l'on utilise son smartphone en voiture. Ce malaise, fréquent, survient lorsque les informations visuelles transmises au cerveau contredisent les mouvements détectés par l'oreille interne de l'utilisateur. Pour mettre un terme à ce…
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Pourquoi acheter son iPhone chez Boulanger ? Les avantages d’un revendeur agréé Apple (Retrait 1h, Reprise, AppleCare+) [Sponso]
L’achat d’un iPhone neuf n’est jamais un acte simple. Il s’agit d’un investissement qui ne se prend pas à la légère. Entre la hausse des prix des smartphones premium et la diversité des offres présentes sur le marché français, choisir où acheter son smartphone est plus complexe qu’il n’y paraît. Parmi toutes les options disponibles, acheter son iPhone chez Boulanger figure parmi les meilleures. Boulanger est un revendeur agréé Apple qui commercialise des iPhone…
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Apple adds nearly 45 hearing devices to its Made for iPhone compatibility list
Apple updated its list of Made for iPhone (MFi) hearing devices today, with 43 models across 22 brands. Here’s what’s new. In addition to smart home products, headsets, game controllers, and fitness equipment, among others, Apple’s MFi program also includes hearing aids. This allows users to pair compatible hearing devices with their iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro for audio streaming, which can be either unidirectional or bidirectional depending on the devices involved.…
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Does an 'Elite' chip really matter? I put two Android flagships to the test to find out
Qualcomm is making major strides in mobile processing by introducing custom Oryon cores in a smartphone processor. Now, the generational improvements have made their way across Qualcomm's chip portfolio — even to processors that don't bear the "Elite" branding. This makes it tricky to compare the performance capabilities across smartphone models and chip generations. For instance, Motorola's new Razr Ultra 2026 is powered by the last-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. By comparison, the Razr…
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9to5Mac Overtime 076: Native retro games on iPhone
Fernando discusses his Pokémon 3D Mod on Mac, and Jeff shares his experience running a native port of Mario Kart 64 on iPhone. The guys also discuss why tech can feel less exciting than it used to, and share their thoughts on using the same device for many years. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to…
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I took 1,000 photos with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra and compared them to my two favorite foldable phones. The results may surprise you
Samsung makes some of the best camera phones in the ever-shrinking North American market. With the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra hitting the market, I decided to take their cameras for a spin, taking 1,000 photos between both phones to get a good idea of how they perform. Beyond just testing the cameras of Samsung's newest foldables, I also took the time to compare the camera performance to two of…
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iPhone 17 might get price increase next week, per new rumor
Apple is widely expected to raise iPhone prices when the iPhone 18 Pro launches next month. But a new rumor suggests the iPhone 17 might get a price increase as early as next week. Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital, in a new post today, says that “rumors are circulating that the iPhone 17 will increase in price on August 10.” Price increases for the iPhone on Monday, August 10 would be surprising—but certainly not…
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Google puts the finishing touches on Proactive Assistance ahead of Pixel 11 launch
TL;DR Google’s been working on a new Gemini Feature called Proactive Assistance since at least earlier this year. Proactive Assistance sounds a lot like Magic Cue, pulling info from your apps based on screen context. Google now appears to be getting ready to show it off with the Pixel 11. Google’s Pixel 11 launch event will be upon us in just a few more days, and beyond the new hardware that’s set to debut,…
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When will Apple have its iPhone 18 Pro release event?
Apple obviously knows, and perhaps some of its retail staff have at least a clue, but for the rest of us, here's the best estimate of when the iPhone 18 Pro will be announced. No question, it'll be in September. Apple has held its iPhone launches in October, but since 2011 the only time it has done that was during COVID. The question is when in September we'll find out the all-important updates and,…
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iPhone 18 Pro rumor roundup: 2nm A20 chip, C2 modem, under-display Face ID
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro is right around the corner, and the rumor mill started earlier than normal. Here's what you need to know. In 2025, Apple gave its high-end iPhone a major redesign, with the iPhone 17 Pro featuring a distinct pill-shaped camera plateau, an aluminum frame, and a bright orange color option. Inside, the A19 Pro chip bumped up the RAM to 12GB, and the phone even gained a vapor chamber cooling system.…
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The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals — trade-in discounts, free gift cards, and more
It's official: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 has landed, and it doesn't disappoint. One problem, however, is that the innovative foldable now boasts a starting price of $1,199.99 for the 256GB configuration, which is $100 more expensive than its predecessor. Fortunately, I'm already hard at work tracking down the best Galaxy Z Flip 8 deals so you don't have to go searching. The offers aren't quite as good as the promotions we saw…
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The MacRumors Show: iPhone Air 2 – What Changes After a Difficult First Year
The iPhone Air reaches one year on sale next month, and Apple is now closer to launching its successor than it is to the original's debut. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss what's next for the device. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos The first-generation model has had a difficult run. A KeyBanc Capital Markets survey found virtually no demand for the device within weeks of…
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Deals: Giant 50% price drop on Google Pixelsnap Charger at $35, Galaxy A57 all-time low, Nothing Phone (4a) Pro, more
The Galaxy Fold 8 deals at Samsung are still flying for delivery day, but the values aren’t nearly as good anymore – Best Buy has the best trade-in and gift card offers at this point. Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break, however, is headlined by a giant discount on the official 25W Google Pixelsnap Charger with Stand down at $35 via Amazon (50% off). If you’re looking to skip the pricey Fold 8, Samsung’s top-end A57…
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I gathered all of the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 launch deals into this guide — free phones, leftover preorder discounts, and more
Samsung's new lineup of foldable phones has finally hit store shelves, but if you missed the preorder period, fear not: there are still plenty of Galaxy Z Fold 8 deals that are worth checking out today. Whether you want the ultra-wide Z Fold 8 or the super-powered Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, if you want to save money on these innovative Android phones, all of the web's best offers can be found in this…
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Le mode DeX du Galaxy Z Fold 8 bénéficie d’une nouveauté qui change tout
Samsung a intégré une nouvelle fonctionnalité au mode DeX de ses nouveaux smartphones pliables. Une raison de plus de craquer pour l’expérience de bureau proposée par la marque. Les smartphones haut de gamme de Samsung embarquent depuis bien longtemps déjà le mode DeX, qui permet de connecter le mobile avec ou sans fil à un moniteur ou à une TV pour profiter d’une expérience de bureau sur grand écran. Le smartphone se transforme en…
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Samsung cuts Galaxy Z Fold 8 trade-ins & deals on release day – here’s where to get the best price now
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is officially available today and, as per usual, that comes with some cuts to the deals that were available during the pre-order period, including some big cuts to trade-in values. Here’s an overview and where to find the best deal. During the pre-order period, Samsung offered up to $1,200 off of its new foldable series as well as several other perks, and there were some great offers through…
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