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Deccan Herald
09-07-2025
- Deccan Herald
Samsung unveils ultra-premium Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7 with Flip7 FE foldable phones
Samsung on Wednesday (July 9) unveiled the much anticipated premium foldable phones along with new generation Galaxy Watches in New advertised with the teasers released last month, the new Galaxy Z Fold7 comes with Galaxy S25 Ultra-like features in slimmest form and biggest measures just 8.9mm thickness when folded and when opened, the thickness is 4.2mm, making it the slimmest foldable phone. Also, it weighs just Search: Gemini-powered AI Mode is now available to all users in the front, it sports a 6.5-inch full HD+ (2520 x 1080p) Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a pixel density of 422 pixels per inch (ppi) and support 120hz adaptive refresh rate. The new phone's frame and hinge are made sturdy materials armoured aluminium to deliver long the display is protected by Corning's Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 shield and the back panel is safeguarded by Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Furthermore, the device comes with IP48 water-resistant rating. Inside, it houses a wide 8.0-inch QXGA (2184x1968p) Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with pixel density of 368 ppi and support 120Hz adaptive refresh device is powered by Qualcomm's custom Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset with Android 16- based One UI 8 OS, 12GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB storage and a 4,400mAh battery with 25W charging boasts of triple camera module— main 200MP wide-angle camera (with Quad Pixel AF, OIS, F1.7, Pixel size: 0.6μm, Field-of-View(FOV): 85-degree), with 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera Dual Pixel AF, F2.2, Pixel size: 1.4μm, FOV: 120-degree) and 10MP Telephoto camera(PDAF, OIS, F2.4, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 36-degree, 3X optical zoom) with LED flash on the Galaxy Fold7 features 10MP selfie camera (f/2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 85-degree) on the cover display and foldable display Galaxy Z Fold7 will be available for pre-order starting July 9, with general availability beginning July 25. The Galaxy Z Fold7 comes in Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jetblack and Mint(online exclusive) colour the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip7 too comes with slimmer and lighter form factor with bigger display panels compared to the previous measures 13.7mm thickness (when folded), 6.5mm thickness (when opened) and weighs 188g, much lesser than the predecessor. It sports an edge-to-edge 4.1-inch cover cover and back are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It features arbor flexing and armour aluminium frame. On the front, it features 4.1-inch (1048x948p) super AMOLED with refresh rate. Inside, it houses big 6.9-inch full HD+ (2520x1080p) Dynamic AMOLED 2X with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. It houses Samsung Exynos 2500 octal-core processor, Android 16-based One UI 8, 12GB RAM, 256GB/512GB storage, 4,300mAh battery with 25W charging features a dual-camera module— 12MP ultra-wide camera and 50MP wide-angle camera with LED flash on the back. On the front, it houses 10MP selfie also unveiled the new Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, an affordable version of the premium Galaxy Z Flip7. It features a smaller 3.4-inch HD cover display and a 6.7-inch full HD+ dynamic AMOLED 2X foldable screen inside. .It houses a Samsung Exynos 2400 octal-core processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage, Android 16-based One UI 8 OS, dual-camera module— 12MP+50MP with LED flash on the back, 10MP selfie camera on the front and a 4,000mAh battery with 25W charging the foldable phones support Gemini Live, improved Circle to Search in addition to Galaxy AI-powered Now Bar and Now Brief Galaxy Z Flip7 will be available for pre-order starting July 9, with general availability beginning July 25. The Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in Blue Shadow, Jetblack, Coral-red and Mint (online exclusive) colour options. The Galaxy Flip7 FE is available in Black and prices of Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7 and Flip7 FE series starts at $1,999, $1,099 and $899, respectively. The India price details will be revealed Galaxy S25 Edge review: Elegance meets raw the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps, cybersecurity, and more on personal technology only on DH Tech.
Android Authority
09-07-2025
- Android Authority
I've seen the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic I don't hate the squircle redesign
Samsung's Galaxy Watches have looked almost identical since the brand returned to Wear OS with the Galaxy Watch 4 in 2021, with the exception of last year's Galaxy Watch Ultra. Now the rest of the Galaxy Watch line-up is changing to match their Ultra cousin with a new shape and strap mechanism that makes the Watch 8 series the biggest redesign in Samsung's wearable history. I had some brief hands-on time with the Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic, and they could be Samsung's best, despite the quirky looks. Galaxy Watch 8 design Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority The Galaxy Watch 8 has adopted a similar design to the Watch Ultra, placing the circular display within a squircle frame. It's certainly a divisive move, but I think it looks great in person — far better than it looks in any of Samsung's press images. Samsung says the design change was made to make the watch more comfortable, and I have to agree. The Watch 8 is thinner than its predecessors, and the wider footprint makes it sit on my wrist without the curve of the housing digging into my skin. The metal lugs that the strap attaches to are gone, replaced with the same mechanism that's used for the watch bands on the Galaxy Watch Ultra, as you can see illustrated by the side-by-side with my Galaxy Watch 6. The upside is the increased comfort I already mentioned, and what Samsung says is a big improvement in health sensor accuracy, thanks to the watch sitting more evenly on your wrist. The downside, of course, is that the watch bands from old Galaxy Watches and all the standard 20mm bands on Amazon won't work here — you'll need to buy straps designed to use Samsung's new system. The Watch 8 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes in either silver or graphite, with either Wi-Fi/Bluetooth only or an LTE variants available. Galaxy Watch 8 Classic design Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority The Classic model returns this year, also with the new design, and I'm pleased to report that it returns that rotating bezel from previous models. Unlike the regular Galaxy Watch 8, which is made of Armor Aluminum, the Classic is made from stainless steel, and it looks fantastic. The rotating bezel feels solid and satisfying, thanks to a mechanical click with each degree of rotation. Sure, it's the same functionality as the touch bezel on the non-Classic models, but this is more satisfying to use. Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority The Classic differentiates itself with more than just a rotating bezel and larger size (46mm) this year, thanks to a hand-me-down from the Galaxy Watch Ultra. The Quick Button sits between the buttons we're used to, and can be remapped to a plethora of different functions, like starting a specific workout, a timer, water lock mode, and more. The specs C. Scott Brown / Android Authority The specs table below shows just how similar these two watches are, with the only real differences being display/battery sizes, materials used for the body, and the storage, which is doubled for the Watch 8 Classic. Galaxy Watch 8 Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Dimensions and weight Galaxy Watch 8 40mm: 40.4 x 42.7 x 8.6mm 30 g 44mm: 43.7 x 46 x 8.6mm 34 g Galaxy Watch 8 Classic 46mm: 46.4mm x 46mm x 10.6t 63.5g Materials Galaxy Watch 8 Case: Aluminum Armor Front: Sapphire Crystal Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Case: Aluminum Armor Front: Sapphire Crystal Display Galaxy Watch 8 40mm: 1.34-inch Super AMOLED, Full color, Always On Display 438 x 438 resolution 44mm: 1.47-inch Super AMOLED, Full color, Always On Display 480×480 resolution 3,000 nits peak Galaxy Watch 8 Classic 1.34-inch Super AMOLED, Full color, Always On Display 438×438 resolution 3,000 nits peak Processor Galaxy Watch 8 Exynos W1000 5 cores 3nm process Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Exynos W1000 5 cores 3nm process RAM Galaxy Watch 8 2GB Galaxy Watch 8 Classic 2GB Storage Galaxy Watch 8 32GB Galaxy Watch 8 Classic 64GB Battery Galaxy Watch 8 40mm: 325mAh 44mm: 435mAh WPC-based wireless charging Galaxy Watch 8 Classic 445mAh WPC-based wireless charging Connectivity Galaxy Watch 8 Bluetooth 5.3 LTE Wi-Fi (2.4 & 5GHz) NFC GPS dual frequency (L1+L5) Glonass Beidou Galileo Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Bluetooth 5.3 LTE Wi-Fi (2.4 & 5GHz) NFC GPS dual frequency (L1+L5) Glonass Beidou Galileo OS Galaxy Watch 8 Wear OS 6 One UI 8 Watch Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Wear OS 6 One UI 8 Watch Sensors Galaxy Watch 8 Samsung BioActive sensor (Optical Bio-signal sensor, Electrical Heart Signal, Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) Temperature sensor Accelerometer Barometer Gyro sensor Geomagnetic sensor Light sensor Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Samsung BioActive sensor (Optical Bio-signal sensor, Electrical Heart Signal, Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) Temperature sensor Accelerometer Barometer Gyro sensor Geomagnetic sensor Light sensor Durability Galaxy Watch 8 5ATM IP68 MID-STD-810H Galaxy Watch 8 Classic 5ATM IP68 MID-STD-810H Compatibility Galaxy Watch 8 Compatible with Android 12.0 or later with more than 1.5GB of memory No iOS support Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Compatible with Android 12.0 or later with more than 1.5GB of memory No iOS support Colors Galaxy Watch 8 Graphite, Silver Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Black, White Software and features Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority If you're familiar with the One UI 8 Watch beta for the Galaxy Watch 7 family, there isn't much more to see here. One UI 8 Watch is here out of the box for the Watch 8 series, and there's a lot to like. The app drawer is easier to parse and has a new list mode, tiles can be arranged in multiple lists for better organisation, and the Now Bar from Samsung's One UI 7 for phones makes an appearance and is easily the highlight of this version. New features for the Watch 8 series are health-focused. Sleep Apnea tracking is coming to the UK and EU with the Watch 8 series, and later, older models back to the Galaxy Watch 4, something I look forward to testing as someone who suffers from the condition. The Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic are all about fitness and health tracking, with almost no other features to talk about Sleep tracking is enhanced by the ability to measure vascular load, which will allow the Watch 8 to determine how hard your heart is working while you sleep. Finally, there's the antioxidant index. By holding your finger to the same sensor that performs the body composition scan, the Watch 8 and 8 Classic can tell you what your antioxidant levels are and how to increase them. How useful this and other new health metrics are remains to be seen, as does their accuracy. Are they any good? Zac Kew-Denniss / Android Authority I could only spend about half an hour with these watches, so performance and battery life metrics will have to wait until our full review. What I can say is that they feel like watches I want to upgrade to from my Watch 6. The new design may look weird in a photo, but in person, it looks fantastic and feels even better when you wear it. The thinner profile makes them less likely to snag on anything, and the squircle metal frame will take the brunt of any impacts that do occur instead of the display. The wider footprint felt good to me, but that might not be the case for those with smaller wrists, and the new strap mechanism, while cool, does mean we lose out on the vast watch band ecosystem that's been built up over the last few years. Overall, these feel like a solid step forward for Samsung's wearables, and fans are sure to be glad to see the return of the Classic model in all its rotating bezel glory. Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Bright display • Powerful health features • Gemini built-in MSRP: $349.99 Brighter display, better battery life The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 offers a new 'squircle' look, with new band attachments, backed by new software, a 50% brighter display over last year's model, and a slightly larger battery. The watch is available in four configurations: a 40mm display in Wi-Fi or LTE and a 44mm display in Wi-Fi or LTE. See price at Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 44mm LTE See price at Amazon Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 40mm Wi-Fi Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Rotating bezel • Bright display • Best software features MSRP: $499.99 Going squircle, still Classic The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic continues the Classic lineage but with a squircle redesign. Available in Wi-Fi and LTE, with a 3,000 nit display and big 445mAh battery, enjoy all of the best Samsung smartwatch software experiences in style. See price at Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Wi-Fi See price at Amazon Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Wi-Fi See price at Amazon Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic LTE
CNET
09-07-2025
- Health
- CNET
My Favorite Feature's Back! I Tried Out the New Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
You have to hand it to Samsung -- the company has never been afraid to break from the cookie-cutter smartwatch mold. Unlike the predictable updates from its competitors, Samsung surprises us nearly every year. The new Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, announced at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, blend design cues from previous generations: There's the Ultra's functional, squared-off frame and the romantic elegance of the Classic's physical rotating bezel -- a feature that made me fall in love with Galaxy Watches in the first place. The company is also stepping things up when it comes to health tools, including several features that I've never seen on a smartwatch, like noninvasive skin analysis and AI-powered coaching for sleep and running. The Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic also have a smarter voice assistant and are the first smartwatches with Google's Gemini AI baked right inside, ready to handle complex tasks. The 40mm version of the Galaxy Watch 8 has a new design with a circular screen and squircle frame. Joseph Maldonado/CNET Pricing and availability The Galaxy Watch 8 starts at $350 for the 40mm model and $380 for the 44mm one. The LTE versions are $50 more: $400 for the 40mm model and $430 for the 44mm watch. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, with its rotating bezel and physical crown, comes in a single 46mm size and costs $500, or $550 for the LTE model. The Titanium Blue version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra is $650, the same price as the original 2024 model. This version gets the same internal upgrades as the Watch 8 lineup, including a 64GB storage bump. All models are available for preorder starting July 9, and you can reserve early and get $50 in Samsung credit. Health and fitness features Samsung continues to expand the Galaxy Watch's role as a health and wellness tool, building on existing features like ECG, SpO₂ (shorthand for peripheral capillary oxygen saturation), sleep tracking and its AGEs Index, which reflects your metabolic aging process. The headliner is a new Antioxidant Index, which measures carotene (one type of antioxidant) levels in your skin with a simple five-second press of your thumb on the sensor (no needle needed). Since antioxidants help clear toxins from the body, knowing your levels can offer actionable steps for improving your health. The watch will rate your levels on a scale from low to high and then offer generic recommendations on the Samsung Health app on how you can improve your levels if they're on the lower side. It's important to note that this metric isn't clinically verified and isn't meant to replace a medical-grade test. It's designed to offer a baseline reading that may help you make real-time lifestyle adjustments, but it won't provide the detailed or precise results you'd get from a traditional blood test. The Antioxidant Index on the new Galaxy Watches. Joseph Maldonado/CNET There's also a new metric called Vascular Load, which measures strain on your heart during sleep. These readings are translated into a low-to-high scale to help you understand how behaviors (like sodium or alcohol intake) may be contributing to long-term heart disease risk. Sleep tracking gets a serious upgrade, too. A new Bedtime Guidance tool uses a three-day analysis of your circadian rhythm and sleep pressure (aka sleep debt) to recommend an ideal bedtime window. It factors in heart rate, HRV, skin temperature, and even environmental cues like room temperature or brightness (if you've got connected SmartThings devices). The goal: Improve your sleep quality, recovery and energy throughout the day. The new Running Coach gives you a personalized training plan to help meet your goals. Samsung The coaching isn't just for sleep; the new Galaxy Watches are also debuting a Running Coach feature. It starts with a 12-minute running assessment that scores your fitness from level 0 (beginner) to level 10 (marathon-ready). From there, it builds a personalized four-to-six-week training plan tailored to your distance or performance goals. Similar to Apple's new Workout Buddy, Samsung's Running Coach offers real-time, contextual feedback while you're running, like pointing out a major milestone. But unlike Apple's version, Samsung's tool goes a step further by actually adapting your future training plans based on your progress. Design The two new Galaxy Watches take a page out of the Galaxy Watch Ultra's playbook ditching the traditional circular watch face for a "cushion" design that has a round screen set inside a "squircle" frame (square with rounded edges). As someone who thought the Ultra looked too big and masculine for my wrist, I'm still not totally sold on the design shift. But I'm a sucker for that rotating bezel on the Classic (the Ultra's is static), so I can't help but love the look, even if it doesn't feel like it was made for me. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic brings back the rotating bezel in two color options: white or black. Joseph Maldonado/CNET The Classic also adopts the customizable quick-action button of the Ultra that also doubles as a crown wedges between the two navigation buttons. Despite my preference for the sleeker, edgeless circular design of past Galaxy Watches, there may be some benefits to the new design, including a slimmer form factor. According to Samsung, the Galaxy Watch 8 is 11% slimmer and lighter than its predecessor. When trying it on, I was blown away by how light it felt on my wrist without the usual belly bump bulge of the body. Pair that with a new band system, which reduces the gap between the watch and your wrist and you have a noticeably more comfortable fit. Thanks to the tighter sensor-to-skin contact, it's also more accurate at capturing heart rate data. This is still subject to testing, but if it holds up, it may be a justified design trade-off. Width comparison between the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and Galaxy Watch Ultra. Both the Ultra and the Classic have the crown that doubles as an action button. Joseph Maldonado/CNET The Galaxy Watch 8 comes in silver and graphite with an aluminum frame, while the Classic opts for a stainless steel finish in just silver. Size-wise, the regular Watch 8 comes in 40mm and 44mm options, while the Classic is only available in 46mm, which looks pretty large on my [[TK]]-inch wrist and definitely leans more masculine. I can't help but miss the days when Samsung offered more feminine options like rose gold or even just plain gold, though it's been a while since those were part of the lineup. The new Galaxy Watches are the first smartwatches to debut Google's Gemini AI assistant out of the box. Joseph Maldonado/CNET Gemini on the watch The new One UI 8 software brings a refreshed user experience that is easier to navigate. Notifications are separated by app and instant access to your six most-used apps. The Watches also takes a page from the Galaxy phone with a new "Now bar" at the bottom of the screen for quick access to active apps like timers or media controls. But the most important software update is the addition of Gemini AI. The new Galaxy Watches are the first with Google's AI assistant built-in, bringing more complex commands and contextual understanding to your wrist. You can ask it to check your most recent running pace, start a five-mile run and launch your workout playlist simultaneously, set a timer to boil pasta based on a recipe in your notes, adjust the font size on the watch, or have it draft a text letting a friend know you're running late. Since Gemini requires an internet connection to work, you'll need to have your phone paired nearby or use an LTE version of the watch. Battery and storage Let's set expectations: Just because the Galaxy Watch 8 looks like the Ultra doesn't mean it matches the Ultra's three-day battery life. But there's still good news to share. Samsung says the Watch 8 has an 8% larger battery than the Watch 7: 325 mAh vs. 300 mAh (for the 40mm), and 435 mAh vs. 425 mAh (for the 44mm). The Classic tops out at 445 mAh, which is still well below the Ultra's 590 mAh battery. How much that translates into real-world use remains to be seen, but any boost is welcome, especially paired with the efficiency gains from the new Wear OS 6 update. Storage also doubles across the board, with 64GB now standard (up from 32GB), including a new Titanium Blue version of the Ultra. This is just a first look based on hands-on time. We'll find out if these features live up to the hype when put to the test in our full review, coming soon.
7NEWS
26-06-2025
- Business
- 7NEWS
Best EOFY tech sales 2025 to shop in Australia according to Best Picks
Smart shoppers are clearing carts with up to 50 per cent off laptops, robot vacuums and headphones across Samsung, HP, JBL, and more. Now is the time to upgrade your tech. The End of Financial Year sales are officially on, and major brands like Samsung, HP, Roborock, JBL and Lenovo are slashing prices on everything from OLED TVs to robot vacuums, noise-cancelling headphones, phones and laptops. With savings of up to $2386 on Samsung, $800 off Roborock's latest smart vac, and half-price headphones from JBL and Sennheiser, this year's EOFY sales are not mucking around. It's a rare moment when some of the biggest and most reliable tech brands go all out with massive markdowns, so if you've had your eye on a new device, now's the time to pounce. We've rounded up some of the standout offers available now. From faster WiFi and clearer sound to sleeker laptops and phones that actually hold battery, here's what's worth adding to your cart before it's gone. 1. Samsung EOFY tech sale Save up to $2386 off the Galaxy Tab S10+ $1300 off the 65' OLED S90F 4K Samsung Vision AI Smart TV (NEW) 30 per cent off Galaxy Watches and Buds Up to $400 off Galaxy S25 Series 2. HP EOFY laptop sale Save up to 50 per cent off selected laptops HP Laptop 17.3 inch 17-cn3030TU now $899 (was $1699) HP Laptop 15.6 inch 15-fd0233TU now $599 (was $999) HP Laptop 14 inch 14-em0073AU now $499 (was $849) HP Chromebook 14-inch 14a-nf0007TU now $269 (was $429) 3. Roborock EOFY robot vacuum deals Up to $800 off smart robot vacuums Roborock Qrevo Edge Vacuum Cleaner in White now $1999 (was $2799) 4. JBL EOFY mega sale Up to 50 per cent off selected audio Free gift with purchases over $300 5. Sennheiser sitewide sale Up to 50 per cent off premium sound gear 6. Sonos EOFY deals Up to 25 per cent off top-rated speakers and audio systems 7. Lenovo EOFY savings Save up to 47 per cent on laptops and accessories 8. Winnings appliances Up to 20 per cent off selected home appliances 9. Oppo EOFY mobile deals Save up to $300 on Reno13 Series and A Series smartphones 10. Vodafone EOFY SIM-only offer Get 100GB for just $39/month for the first 12 months on the Small SIM Only Plan 11. Bose EOFY sale Save big on noise-cancelling headphones and speakers 12. Belkin 30 per cent off on all of its audio products 13. LG Up to 30 per cent off select TVs Up to 38 per cent off Monitors and Laptops Up to $1,000 off on select 2025 LG TV and Sound Bar bundles 14. Boost Mobile Up to 66 per cent off on a range of selected SIM and eSIM plans 15. Lovehoney
Stuff.tv
23-06-2025
- Stuff.tv
Samsung Galaxy Watch owners may have to pay extra for health features soon
If you've got a Samsung smartphone, a Galaxy Watch is the perfect companion. And, like most smartwatches, they're great for fitness tracking, counting plenty of metrics. Or at least that's what they used to do. Samsung has seemingly decided it doesn't quite make enough money off Galaxy Watch owners yet. Samsung confirmed it is now 'exploring' the idea of locking some of its Galaxy Watch health features behind a paywall, with a new premium subscription tier for the Samsung Health app. This was confirmed during an interview with CNET, in what may or may not have been a slip up. While Samsung hasn't officially launched anything yet, let's not pretend we don't see where this is going. The idea is that new Galaxy Watches will come with all the advanced coaching tools unlocked – lucky you if you're planning to buy fresh. Everyone else will have to shell out extra. Garmin did the exact same thing with its Connect+ service, and the backlash was biblical. You'd think companies might learn from that sort of community outrage, but clearly there's something intoxicating about recurring revenue that angers users. What started as a premium feature or two quickly became a pattern where existing users found their once-free features getting gradually sealed behind a subscription. It's the old slow-boil tactic. While Samsung may decide not to move forwards with this subscription, I sadly don't think that'll be the case. I can see them drip feeding a few enticing metrics dressed up as 'AI coaching' or 'personalised insights' for extra. Even though they're the same graphs you got for free last year with your Galaxy Watch. There are plenty of fitness trackers with subscriptions, Whoop is a prime example. But there, you're not shelling out for the hardware first. And, crucially, you know this is the case going into it – you're not getting the rug pulled. We'll let you know what Samsung decides to do.
