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Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
The best Galaxy Z Fold 7 deal drops its price to $799 — but it ends soon
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is an incredible foldable. The Editor's Choice phone has all the features we've ever wanted in a foldable like a thin design, big display, and excellent cameras. Unfortunately, its $1,999 price tag is out of this world. But I have some good news to share. Samsung's foldable is slated to release on July 25 and right now you can get the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for just $799 at Samsung via trade-in. Even better, you'll get a free storage upgrade. (For more ways to save, check out our guide to today's best Galaxy Z Fold 7 pre-order deals and the best Samsung promo codes). Galaxy Z Fold 7: from $799 w/ trade-in @ SamsungSamsung is knocking up to $1,150 off Galaxy Z Fold 7 preorders when you trade-in an older phone. Additionally, you'll get a free storage upgrade with your preorder. The phone features an 8-inch AMOLED (2184 x 1968) 120Hz main display, 6.5-inch AMOLED (2520 x 1080) 120Hz cover display, Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. On the rear you get a 200MP f/1.7 main wide-angle lens, 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide lens, and 10MP f/2.4 telephoto lens. Selfie cams include a 10MP f/2.2 main display and cover camera. In our Galaxy Z Fold 7 review, we called it the first foldable we'd want to carry and use all day. This deal does have some requirements. First, you must trade in your old phone and in return Samsung will offer up to $1,000 in trade-in credit. You'll also get a $120 upgrade credit and a $50 limited time credit. In total, you could pay as little as $799 for this epic phone. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $100 pricier than its predecessor. However, there are a lot of welcome improvements. For instance, its thinner than the Z Fold 6 and it also sports bigger displays in the form of an 8-inch main display and 6.5-inch inner display. There's also a better 200MP main camera. Despite its thinner design, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is made to be tougher than its predecessor. It features a new Armor FlexHinge with a "water droplet design" and "multi-rail structure" for increased durability. It also uses a grade 4 titanium lattice and 50% thicker ultra thin glass for the main display. Powering this beast is a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which is the same silicon Samsung uses in its Galaxy S25 phones. Similarly, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 offers all of the same Galaxy AI features as the Galaxy S25 series. In our Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review, we said it feels like the holy grail of foldables with a terrific design, excellent displays, and great overall performance.
Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I was underwhelmed by the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE — here's why it could be worth buying anyway
When the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE made its debut last week alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, it's safe to say my initial impression of Samsung's attempt at offering a lower-cost foldable phone was less than enthusiastic. And that's coming from someone who celebrates the arrival of every cheap handset like it's Christmas for cheapskates. So why did my initial Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE reaction put the "hmmmmmm" in "ho-hum?" Because to me, this new phone felt like a Galaxy Z Flip 6 with a new name slapped on it. If you're going to do that, just keep the old model around and slash the price. Still, I want to be encouraging to phone makers that at least try to offer low-cost options like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. And I also recognize that not everyone's going to want to pay more than $1,000 for a foldable phone, and just want to know if the trade-offs they have to make to get a cheaper device are worth it. With that in mind, I'm going to take a more open-minded approach toward the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE and highlight what the new phone has to offer. Having already outlined my concerns about this device, here's the case for getting a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE and saving yourself the extra money that you'd have to pay for Samsung's other foldable offerings. It may be the cheapest of the three phones announced at Galaxy Unpacked July 2025, but that doesn't mean the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is immune from all the pre-order offers currently available ahead of the phone's July 25 release. Play your cards right, and you can lower the cost of a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE even further from Samsung's usual $899 asking price. Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE preorder: up to $560 off w/ trade-in @ SamsungSamsung is knocking up to $560 off Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE preorders when you trade-in an older phone. Additionally, you'll get a free storage upgrade with your preorder. This Fan Edition phone is a less expensive version of the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Trade-in a phone when purchasing a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE at Samsung, and you can get up to $560 in credit, which would put a foldable phone in your hands for less than $400. Best Buy is offering credits for trade-ins, too. Don't have an eligible trade-in device? Best Buy will take $100 off the cost of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE if you activate the phone with a carrier at purchase. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip ZE 7 FE: was $959 now $799 @ SamsungSamsung is selling the 256GB Galaxy Z Flip for $899, the regular cost of the 128GB phone. And if you activate the phone with a carrier at checkout, you can save another $100, bringing your cost to $799. Trade-in a phone and Best Buy is offering up to $550 in credits. Even better, both Samsung and Best Buy are giving you a free storage upgrade on top of any credit you receive for a device trade-in. So you're able to pick a 256GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE for what the 128GB base model would normally cost. I may have called the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE a repackaged Z Flip 6, but let's not forget that last year's foldable flip phone from Samsung was a very good handset. In fact, we ranked the Galaxy Z Flip 6 as the best camera phone among foldable devices, and that 50MP main/12MP ultrawide camera setup is yours if you opt for the new FE model. Yes, you are missing out on some updated specs that you would get with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 — namely bigger screens, a larger battery and an updated processor. Those aren't insignificant sacrifices but if you value sharp images, particularly in low-light settings, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE should deliver what you're looking for. One thing I appreciate about Samsung's approach to AI is that it doesn't favor more expensive models with more elaborate features. The same Galaxy AI capabilities available to anyone who's bought the $1,299 Galaxy S25 Ultra are also available on the $799 Galaxy S25. And so it is with Samsung's foldable flip phones, too. In the case of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, that means Now Brief updates directly on the phone's outer screen, alerting you about upcoming appointments, weather forecasts and traffic jams on your commute. Now Bar updates also appear on the outer screen, and you've got access to Gemini Live via the FE, too. Both the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE join other premium Samsung phones in receiving a guaranteed seven years of software and security updates. That same level of support extends to the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, extending the value of this phone even further. With Android 16 already pre-installed on the FE, that means your phone will still be up to date by the time Android 23 — or whatever Google winds up calling that version — rolls around. And that's pretty impressive for the least expensive foldable phone in Samsung's lineup. None of this is to say that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE will grab the mantle of the best low-cost foldable phone by default. Not only will we have to review Samsung's phone on its own merits, we'll need to compare it to the $699 Motorola Razr (2025) and $999 Motorola Razr Plus (2025) to see how it measures up to Moto's sub-$1,000 foldables. It figures to be a very interesting comparison. Rather, the point here is that there are plenty of reasons to consider pre-ordering the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, even if its specs seem to have more in common with last year's model than a new release. Yes, you're making some trade-offs, but the ultimate value may be worth it in the end.
Tom's Guide
10-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, Classic and Ultra pre-order deals — save up $200 right now
Samsung has a new batch of watches, after the Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy 8 Classic debuted at Galaxy Unpacked July 2025 event. And you can now preorder either model, along with the revamped Galaxy Watch Ultra, ahead of their full release on July 25. The new Galaxy Watch 8 costs $50 more than its predecessor, meaning you'll be paying $349 for Samsung's base model smartwatch. The Watch 8 Classic is $100 more than the two-year old Watch 6 Classic at $499. As for the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), which gets a new color and double the storage, it's still $649, the priciest smartwatch in Samsung's lineup. In the current economy, those prices can be tough to swallow, but fortunately there are several Galaxy Watch preorder deals that you can take advantage of before those new watches land in stores. And some of the best preorder deals come courtesy of Samsung via its trade-in program. For a limited time you can save up to $200 off of the Galaxy Watch 8 at Samsung when you preorder and trade in an older smartwatch. Both the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) have preorder deals at Samsung that can knock off up to $250 with a preorder and trade in. The Galaxy Watch 8 boasts a redesigned case design from its predecessor with more of the Ultra's squircle design, plus an upgraded display, new health tools and a bigger battery. The higher prices are still a lot to ask, so we've picked the best Galaxy Watch deals. (For more ways to save, check out our guide to today's best Samsung promo codes). Galaxy Watch 8 preorder: up to $200 off w/ trade-in @ SamsungSamsung is knocking up to $200 off the Galaxy Watch 8 with preorders when you trade-in an older smartwatch. The Watch features an 1.34-inch and comes with 32GB of storage and features an Exynos W1000 processor. It also comes with a variety of new health features as well as access to Galaxy AI tools. In our Galaxy Watch 8 hands on we said found that the new holitistic and fitness features are promising.. Galaxy Watch 8 preorder: save $100 @ AT&TNew and existing customers can take $100 off the Galaxy Watch 8 in this preorder offer. You'll need to open a new line with AT&T and pay for the watch in installments over 36 months. Your discount will appear as a bill credit. Additional savings are available with trade-ins. Galaxy Watch 8 preorders: free $50 e-gift card @ Best BuyBest Buy is offering a $50 gift card when you order the Galaxy Watch 8. (The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 are eligible for $100 gift cards.) You can save up to $200 on your watch purchase with a trade-in. Galaxy Watch 8 preorder: Free with phone order @ VerizonIf you buy a Galaxy Z Flip 7 or Galaxy Z Fold 7 on one of Verizon's myPlans, you can also pick up a Galaxy Watch 8 for free, receiving your $399 in credits over 36 months. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is available for $5/month on the same offer. You'll need to add the watch to your wireless plan. Galaxy Watch 8 preorder: up to $150 off w/ trade-in @ Xfinity MobileXfinity Mobile is offering up to $150 off its Galaxy Watch 8 preorders (via trade-in). It does depend on the condition of the device you're trading in. Samsung Galaxy Watch 8: was $399 now $349 @ AmazonYou can save $50 on the cost of a Galaxy Watch 8 at Amazon and get yourself a $50 gift card from the retailer as a bonus. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is available for $100 off at Amazon and includes a $100 gift card. Galaxy Watch 8 preorder: free with new Watch plan @ T-MobileRight now, you can get a new Galaxy Watch 8 for free, but you need to active a new line of service on a qualifying Watch Plan. You'll receive your $399 purchase price back in the form of 24 monthly bill credits. Here's a look at how the latest Galaxy Watch models compare to help you decide which one you want to preorder. Galaxy Watch 8 Galaxy Watch 8 Classic Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) Starting price at launch $349 (2025 launch) $499 (2025 launch) $649 Sizes 40mm, 44mm 46mm 47mm Dimensions 40mm: 42.7 x 40.4 x 8.6 mm / 44mm: 46 x 43.7 x 8.6 mm / 46.4 x 46 x 10.6 mm 47.4 x 47. 1 x 12.1 mm Weight 40mm: 30.0 g / 44m: 34.0 g 46mm: 63.5 g 60.5 g Display 40mm: 1.34" (438x438) / 44mm: 1.47" (480x480) 1.34" (438x438) 1.5" (480x480) Max screen brightness 3,000 nits 2,000 nits 3,000 nits Durability 5ATM + IP68 5ATM + IP68 10 ATM, IP68 Processor Exynos W1000 Exynos W1000 Exynos W1000 Battery capacity 40mm: 325mAh / 44mm: 435m / 445mAh 590mAh Storage 32GB 64GB 64GB Starting at $349, the Galaxy Watch 8 costs $50 more than last year's model. However, it does come with a few improvements including a slightly bigger and bright display plus a larger battery. The Galaxy Watch 7 also featured a rounder case versus the Watch 8 which takes more inspiration from the Galaxy Watch Ultra. The new model is also thinner, though it weighs a bit more than the older model. The 8 Classic is a big upgrade over its 6 Classic predecessor with a larger screen, storage capacity and battery. It also has a design more in line with the Ultra, with the square circle case design and a rotating bezel. It's also made of stainless steel versus the aluminum case of the Watch 8. The updated Galaxy Watch Ultra is a slight refresh with a larger 64GB storage capacity and a new navy colorway. Remember, these Galaxy Watch preorder deals are only available for a limited time.
Phone Arena
15-05-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the end result of stagnating innovation
It seems like only yesterday that we suddenly heard about Samsung working on a competitor to the recently leaked iPhone 17 Air. Only a short while later all doubts were put to rest as the company teased the new phone alongside the moniker: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge. And before we knew it prototypes of the Galaxy S25 Edge were spotted at conventions and everyone knew what the phone would look like and just how slim it really was. But one question has been bugging tech enthusiasts since the very first leak. A question that has spawned countless discussion-filled threads on online forums and been found in comments mocking Samsung's newest device. Who exactly is the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge for? The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge proudly boasts its slim profile. | Video credit — Samsung Samsung's marketing for the Galaxy S25 Edge has been a hit or miss. The company boasts about how the phone is super slim and how it has the same main camera as the Galaxy S25 Ultra . But not once does Samsung ever explain why anyone would choose the Edge when it costs almost the same as the Ultra. Trade-in $469 99 $1219 99 $750 off (61%) Starting May 12 through May 30, you can pre-order the ultra-slim Galaxy S25 Edge. The handset boasts exceptional water and dust resistance, a top-shelf camera, and titanium frame. Pre-order today for up to $630 off with eligible trade-ins and free storage upgrade ($120 extra discount). Pre-order at Samsung Not only that but the use of the word 'Edge' itself was an odd decision. Samsung's customers already associate that word with Galaxy phones from years ago that had screens with curved edges. The company could have chosen from so many other words that would better describe the phone's main selling point: its slim body. In the simplest terms the Galaxy S25 Edge is, at best, a sidegrade rather than an upgrade. For almost the same price you can get the Galaxy S25 Ultra that has more photography options, a bigger battery, an S Pen and an anti-reflective display. The Edge is a phone that only people who strongly prefer aesthetics over the best hardware would even think about buying. So why does it exist? The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra barely improved on its predecessor. | Video credit — Samsung Samsung's business model for the smartphone industry relies on yearly product releases. But, understandably, there's only so much you can improve in a year. Especially now that modern chip improvements have started reaching ridiculous levels that get harder and harder to has been releasing phones that are minor improvements over their predecessors and the foray into foldables isn't growing as quickly as the company had hoped. The company needed a new product on its lineup: something it could point to and say 'Hey, look! We're innovating!' Essentially something to help the company remain relevant for investors, not that it would disappear overnight. And then we got the rumors about the iPhone 17 Air . It's up for debate if Samsung somehow quickly mashed together the Galaxy S25 Edge in response or if it was something that had been in the planning stage for years. Going from concept to design to manufacturing in just a handful of months seems unlikely to me but Samsung's a big company. The point is that Samsung now had something new to work on and release. A phone that no one asked for and may not even sell well. It's a pity that Samsung didn't go the opposite direction and make a phone with a bigger or denser battery. I bet that would have caught a lot more people's attention. What the iPhone 17 Air is expected to look like. | Image credit — Fpt. Many people say that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a pointless entry and they're probably right. It's certainly marketed to a very small subset of consumers. Unfortunately I think that we can expect everyone else to follow suit instead of coming up with something original and practical. We already know about the iPhone 17 Air coming out this year: basically a Galaxy S25 Edge but with an Apple logo on the back. I think we can also expect to see other phone manufacturers also releasing similar phones in an effort to hop on the bandwagon in time. At least with Chinese phones there's the hope that their denser batteries will make a slimmer phone worth buying. As for me? I think the Galaxy S25 Ultra is by far the superior option for anyone looking at getting a new Samsung phone. And, dare I say, the Galaxy S25 Edge line may not be long for this world if Samsung doesn't adopt dense batteries for its devices.
Forbes
28-03-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Samsung's Smart Refrigerators Ramp Up ‘Screens Everywhere' Push
Samsung's new smart fridge for 2025 Samsung Samsung is doubling down on its 'Screens Everywhere' vision with the launch of its latest smart refrigerators. The new lineup packs a plethora of AI skills and now come with multiple display sizes to suit different kitchens. The 2025 range includes fresh takes on Samsung's 4-Door, 4-Door French Door, and Side-by-Side fridge models, now featuring an upgraded AI Vision Inside system and a choice of screen sizes; including a brand-new 9-inch AI Home display. That smaller 9-inch screen may not be as massive as Samsung's Family Hub panels, but it still delivers the same smart features: food tracking, meal suggestions, and smart home controls. If you prefer a larger display, Samsung is still offering the 21.5-inch and 32-inch Family Hub options. Samsung's improved AI Vision Inside can now recognize 37 different food items and even keeps track of frequently stored groceries, making it easier to manage your fridge contents. It works with the built-in screens to suggest recipes, highlight expiration dates, and generally make sure you're not discovering mystery leftovers way past their prime. There's an AI Energy Mode feature on board as well, letting users reduce energy consumption by up to an additional 10%. Earlier this year, the Korean tech giant used its Unpacked launch event to announce a big step toward its 'AI for All' vision; detailing how the SmartThings platform will evolve to make the smart home more intelligent, more personalized, and - crucially - more invisible. Of course, devices like refrigerators are perfectly placed for this purpose. The new fridges can act as a control center for SmartThings devices, including third-party smart plugs and lights, and feature SmartThings features like Map View and Energy Management. The fridges also support voice recognition and Bixby can tailor its responses for different family members. If you want some entertainment while cooking, there's built-in Spotify streaming and SmartView Mirroring so you can beam over your tunes or videos from your phone. Samsung's new smart refrigerators are set to roll out in late spring.
