This rumored Galaxy S27 Ultra change could annoy Samsung’s biggest fans
… I usually take a pro-consumer angle instead of the marketing hype, which you’ve probably noticed in my writing. …
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6 things my Samsung phone does automatically that I used to do manually
… Based on the show timing, One UI enables Theatre mode and makes changes without any manual input. It enables DND mode, turns down the volume, disables AOD, and reverts all the changes when the movie ends. …
Google seems to be betting big on AI for the Pixel 11 (again), and that's the problem
… Google’s camera software is mature, and a lot of real thought has gone into it. That isn’t really in dispute. The issue is that it feels like a ceiling is being imposed for no good reason. If the software can already do this much, imagine what it could do with better hardware behind it. …
I almost bought a Motorola phone again until I looked beyond the hardware
… Aspects such as software updates, security support, bug fixes, battery longevity, resale value, and overall reliability play a significant role in consumer choices. …
Samsung's wider Z Fold 8 cover screen doesn't fix the real problem: Android apps hate big screens
… The foldable market cannot really take off until the software improves, but the software does not improve because the market is still too small. …
I tried replacing all Google apps with Samsung's defaults — only 2 were worth keeping
… Yet Samsung pours millions into software R&D each year, and the One UI ecosystem is built to run hand-in-hand with the hardware. Could it be that we’re ignoring potentially better software out of habit? I decided to find out for myself. I spent two full weeks relying only on Samsung’s software. …
These 5 new Galaxy S26 camera features made an immediate difference to my photos and videos
… While Samsung hasn't made major changes to the camera hardware compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, it has clearly focused on software and on-device optimizations. Those changes make a noticeable difference in everyday use. …
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a major downgrade to S25 Ultra in one key area, and that's why I didn’t buy it
… His work focus on productivity apps and flagship devices, particularly Google Pixel and Samsung mobile hardware and software. He provides expert guidance on productivity software, system optimization, and the advanced functionalities that allow users to maximize their device's potential. …
Here's what the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display does to its battery life
… I was also curious to see if processing was affected at all by whatever software was at work. …
Pixel 11 still starts at 128GB, and it points to something bigger
… Remember, Google is a software company first. …