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Android Authority
09-07-2025
- Android Authority
Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Pixel 9 Pro Fold: There's a clear winner for me
Last year, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold raised the bar significantly over its predecessor, while also giving the Samsung Galaxy Fold 6 a run for its money. Of course, the market never stands still for long. The new Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 is now here, but how does it compare to its Tensor-powered rival? For me, the choice is clear. Although the Pixel 9 Pro Fold was a close rival to the Galaxy Fold 6, Samsung's latest model brings enough improvements to widen the gap. Below, I'll dive into why I recommend the Z Fold 7 over the Pixel 9 Pro Fold for most users. For context, while I haven't yet used the Galaxy Z Fold 7 in person, I'm very familiar with the Fold and Flip families, as well as the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Which of the two phones would you rather buy? 0 votes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 NaN % Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold NaN % Similar on the surface, yet very different approaches Galaxy Z Fold 7 Pixel 9 Pro Fold At first glance, there are quite a few similarities between these two phones. Both offer a similar form factor with an 8-inch folding display and run the latest version of Android, complete with plenty of AI features. As usual, though, Samsung and Google take fairly different paths beyond the basics. For starters, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is actually thinner and lighter than the Pixel 9 Pro Fold by a fairly noticeable margin. The former measures only 8.9mm thick when folded and 4.2mm unfolded, with a weight of 215g, compared to the Pro Fold's 10.5mm folded, 5.1mm unfolded, and 257g weight. Of course, the thinner design comes with a bit of sacrifice, as the S Pen is no longer built in, which might be a turn-off for some. Traditionally, Samsung and Google have been a bit behind the curve when it comes to the thickness and weight of their foldables, at least compared to some of the Chinese alternatives, including the OnePlus Open. Thankfully, Samsung has been working hard to address this, and with the Fold 7, it finally achieves a thickness that shames almost every one of its rivals, though the Magic V5 and a few other Chinese models still have a marginal lead. It's not just the size and design differences between the two, as Samsung and Google have a very different approach to hardware as well. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold continues Google's tradition of focusing on ease of use, simplicity, and software refinement over pure muscle. You'll find fewer features than on Samsung's UI, but what's there is carefully curated and usually aimed at mainstream users over the more niche-specific features you'll find with Samsung if you look deep enough. C. Scott Brown / Android Authority The Tensor G4 is a solid chip, though it isn't nearly as capable as the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset when it comes to raw power. In reality, the weaker performance won't be very noticeable day-to-day, but it does mean Samsung is the better pick for hardcore mobile gamers, content creators, and power users. It's also better suited to make it through the full seven years of software updates without becoming underpowered as it ages. The camera configurations are also quite distinct. While the Pro Fold has a 48MP wide shooter backed by a 10.8MP 5x telephoto and 10.5MP ultrawide lens, the Z Fold 7 gives you a much more impressive 200MP main camera, supported by a 10MP 3x telephoto and a 12MP ultrawide. It's important to point out that this is the same main camera found on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, a notable upgrade from the 50MP shooter on its predecessor. Samsung continues its kitchen sink approach while bringing plenty of refinement into the mix. Of course, there's more to a good camera experience than megapixels alone, so I can't officially say which is best for photography. That said, I'm fairly confident the Fold 7 will come out on top, especially since neither foldable previously excelled in this area. Samsung has always taken a heavier approach to software as well, loading users up with customization options and extras. The idea is to throw in so much functionality that almost anyone's tastes can be met with a bit of personalization. This remains true with its foldables. Even though Google offers solid features specifically for the foldable form factor, Samsung has simply had more time to refine its package and, in many ways, still leads here. The Fold 7 doesn't massively shake things up from its predecessor, though it does offer a few improvements, including Audio Eraser support in more apps like Samsung Notes, the video player, and voice recorder. You'll also find a new AI feature in the Gallery app that can suggest objects to erase by automatically detecting distractions, plus Circle to Search support during gameplay. The latter lets you get real-time game tips without ever leaving your game. That's far from an exhaustive list of what's new with the Fold 7 software, though most other changes are relatively minor refinements. Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Specs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Displays Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Exterior: - 6.3-inch OLED Actua - 60-120Hz refresh rate - 1080 x 2424 resolution - 20:9 aspect ratio - Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Interior display: - 8-inch LTPO Super Actua - 1-120Hz refresh rate -2076 x 2152 resolution - Ultra Thin Glass Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Exterior: - 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED - 120Hz refresh rate (LTPO) - 2,520 x 1,080 resolution - 21:9 aspect ratio - Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 Interior: - 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED - 120Hz refresh rate (LTPO) - 2,184 x 1,968 resolution - Ultra Thin Glass Processor Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Tensor G4 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy RAM Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 16GB Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 12GB (16GB for 1TB model) Storage Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 256 or 512GB No expandable storage Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB No expandable storage Power Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 4,650mAh battery 45W wired fast charging Wireless Charging No charger in box Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 4,400mAh dual-battery 25W wired charging Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare No charger in box Cameras Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Exterior rear: - 48MP Quad Wide, ƒ/1.8, 1/2" sensor - 10.5MP Dual PD ultrawide,ƒ/1.8, 1/3.4" sensor, 23-degree FoV - 10.8MP Dual PD telephoto,1/3.2" sensor, 23-degree FoV, 5x optical zoom (20x digital), ƒ/3.1 Exterior front: - 10MP, ƒ/2.2, 87-degree FoV Internal camera: - 10MP, ƒ/2.2, 87-degree FoV Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Exterior rear: - 200MP wide, 0.6μm, OIS, Quad Pixel AF, ƒ/1.7 - 12MP ultra-wide, 1.4μm, ƒ/2.2 - 10MP telephoto, 1.0μm, OIS, 3x zoom (30x digital), ƒ/2.4 Exterior front: - 10MP ƒ/2.2, 1.12μm, 85-degree FoV Internal front: - 10MP, ƒ/2.2, 1.12μm, 100-degree FoV Connectivity Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 5G (mmWave + Sub6) Wi-Fi 7 (802.11/be) Bluetooth 5.3 (dual antenna) Ultra-wide band chip Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 5G (mmWave + Sub6) Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.4 NFC support Durability Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold IPX8 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 IP48 SIM Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Dual SIM (nano and single e-Sim) Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Dual nano-SIM tray eSIM support Biometrics Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Fingerprint unlock Face Unlock Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor Software Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Android 14 (Will be among first to have Android 15 update) Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Android 16 One UI 8 Safety features Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Satellite SOS (US only) Emergency SOS Crisis Alerts Car Crash Detection Safety Check Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Emergency SOS Dimensions and weight Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Folded dimensions: - 155.2 x 77.1 x 10.5mm Unfolded dimensions: - 155.2 x 150.2 x 5.1mm Weight: - 257g Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Folded dimensions: - 158.4 x 72.8 x 8.9mm Unfolded dimensions: - 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2mm Weight: - 215g Colors Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Obsidian, Porcelain Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Warranty Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 7 years of OS updates and security patches Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 7 years of OS updates and security patches Z Fold 7 vs Pixel 9 Pro Fold: For me, the choice is clear C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Both Samsung and Google have built solid handsets, but if you're looking for a new foldable, you're better off with the Z Fold 7. For me, it's obvious: Samsung has more experience with foldables, a much thinner and lighter design, a likely better camera, and a stronger chipset. It's true that Google still leads in AI, but Samsung has been embracing Gemini more and more to help close that gap alongside refining its existing AI features. Of course, not everyone loves Samsung's software, and some will prefer Google's AI-centric approach. Google's foldables also cost a bit less, with a retail price of $1,800 (often available for less on sale), versus the Fold 7's $1,999 starting price. Even if you prefer Google's take, I still wouldn't bother with the Pixel 9 Pro Fold unless you can get it at a steep discount. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is likely just a month or so away, so you're better off waiting to see what the new model brings rather than picking up the outgoing one. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Thinnest, lightest Z Fold to date • More durable design • 200MP primary camera • Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy MSRP: $1,999.99 Thin, light, high-powered, and it folds! The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 offers an 8-inch OLED screen, a 200MP camera, the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, and a 4,400mAh battery. The Galaxy AI experience is baked in, offering tools across the camera, Circle to Search, and much more. Best of all, Samsung continues to evolve their fold folding hinge assembly, promising reduced visibility of the crease. See price at Samsung See price at Amazon The same is true if you are on the fence about the Fold 7. Waiting for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold will not only give you a better idea of how Google will compete in 2025 and beyond, but Google's foldable could even result in the first round of price cuts and sales for the Fold 7 as we approach the holiday season.
Techday NZ
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Techday NZ
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team boosts remote simulator control
TeamViewer Tensor is being utilised by the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Team to support the management of its driver-in-loop simulator operations, aiding the team in enhancing its car setups remotely and securely. The driver-in-loop simulator plays a crucial role for the team's racing preparations, enabling drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to test various car configurations for each circuit. Notably, Antonelli, as a rookie, relies heavily on the simulator to acclimatise to new tracks. The simulator is also used intensively by the team's reserve and simulator drivers, especially throughout race weekends, for rapid problem-solving in cooperation with engineers and trackside staff. With team members and engineers often travelling across different time zones and continents, TeamViewer Tensor allows key personnel to access and manage simulator devices remotely, even when away from the team's base in Brackley, England. This capability enhances operational flexibility and maximises the simulator's use. Remote access efficiencies Christian Damm, Simulator Development Engineer for the team, highlighted the importance of security and reliability in these processes. Not only are the simulators a sensitive area, they're also very secretive. We need to be able to trust that the data security is in place. With TeamViewer, we can have that peace of mind. The work in the simulator has an impact on the track so being able to push boundaries and enhance performance is a win for my team. Damm also explained that TeamViewer Tensor's dynamic remoting functionality permits several users to connect to one machine, allowing the collaborative resolution of technical problems. He added that he is able to replicate his usual multi-screen desk setup remotely via his laptop, maintaining workflow no matter where he is located. The scalability of TeamViewer Tensor enables the straightforward addition or removal of users and devices, which Damm noted helps reduce the time associated with managing access and securing new resources. He also commented on the improvement in display resolution compared to previous remote management tools the team had deployed. According to Damm, Tensor offers a much higher bit rate and customisable colour settings, avoiding issues with screen stuttering or freezing and thereby ensuring simulator sessions are not interrupted by technical difficulties. Technical decisions and resource allocation In Formula 1, access to timely and relevant data can have a direct influence on performance during a race weekend. Steven Riley, Head of IT Operation and Service Management at Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, explained the broader context of deploying TeamViewer Tensor throughout the team's digital operations. On the track, every second counts - so we need to ensure our technology implementations can keep up to ensure drivers and team members can access all the data they need in real time to make those split-second decisions to get us over the finish line. We use TeamViewer across our digital workplaces, whether the office, the factory or at track, so when Christian approached us about new technology for the simulation, Tensor was the obvious choice. Due to the cost cap all our technology deployments have to deliver value. It is always a balancing act where technology spend will make more of an impact than putting the money elsewhere in the team. Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team deploys TeamViewer technology across its offices, factory, and at-track environments, ensuring all team members and engineers are able to make use of synchronised, secure digital workflows at any location. Riley noted that with the cost cap limiting technology investment in Formula 1, each deployment must be justified based on its potential value to the team's performance. TeamViewer Tensor's integration allows simulator teams to react to real-time problems, update car configurations, and contribute to on-track decisions without the requirement for engineers to be present at the main factory site. This, according to the team's technical staff, supports a continuous flow of data and operational feedback essential to the racing programme.
Forbes
07-07-2025
- Forbes
Google's New Pixel 10 Pro Set To Improve User Comfort
Pixel 9 Pro XL Ewan Spence With the launch of the upcoming Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro smartphones, Google is expected to leverage the next generation of mobile AI, enhanced camera technology, and the benefits of its custom Tensor Mobile chipset, ultimately contributing to a faster user experience. Yet, there is one upgrade that will make the Pixel 10 Pro more comfortable to use, which may slip by many. Android Authority's Kamila Wojciechowska reports on Google's plans to improve its pulse width modulation on the Pro models of the next Pixel family. PWM allows for better battery efficiency when dimming a green; rather than simply reducing the voltage across the display, it pulses the panel off and on at a high frequency. This lowers the effective brightness while preserving the color accuracy, allowing dimmer displays and the aforementioned benefits of power consumption. This is not a new feature to smartphones—you'll find it on many leading smartphones, including Samsung's Galaxy S25 and OnePlus's titular OnePlus 13—but Google's implementation of PWM is at a relatively low frequency. This can cause headaches in those sensitive to the fast switching of the display or find that longer sessions with their phone can quickly lead to eye strain. Google is expected to increase that frequency from the current 240 Hz to 480 Hz on the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL; a welcome boost for those who find the current Pixel displays uncomfortable. This will lift the performance of the Pixel display, but it will fall short of some handsets (such as the Honor Magic7 Pro, which can run the screen up to 4,320 Hz) It is worth noting that the increase is not expected to reach the base Pixel 10 or the flex that is the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Current indications are that Google will hold a 'Made By Google' event towards the end of Aug, 2025 where the new Pixel phones will be revealed, with a retail release to follow in the weeks after. Now read the latest Pixel 10 Pro, Galaxy Z Fold7 and One Nord headlines in Forbes' Android Circuit news digest …
Android Authority
01-07-2025
- Android Authority
Google is playing a dangerous game with the Pixel 10 Pro
C. Scott Brown / Android Authority We're less than two months out from when we expect Google to launch the Pixel 10 series, and yesterday, we saw one of the most significant leaks yet. Android Headlines published 'official' specifications for the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL, and assuming they're accurate, they paint a worrying picture for this year's Pro Pixel phones. It's not that the specs are bad, per se, but they're virtually identical to the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL. The display specifications remain unchanged, the cameras are identical to last year's phones, and the RAM is untouched, too. There's a modest increase in battery capacity (~100mAh more) for each phone, and the Pixel 10 Pro XL now starts at 256GB of storage, up from 128GB. If this is true, it means the single biggest difference between the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro will be the chipset. Google's Tensor G5 is expected to be a significant release, and if it's as good as we think it could be, the rest of the spec sheet might not matter so much. But if this year's Tensor chip isn't a complete success, we could be looking at one of the most underwhelming Pixel releases in years. How important do you think the Tensor G5 is to the Pixel 10 Pro? 0 votes It's the main reason I'm interested in the Pixel 10 Pro. NaN % I hope the G5 is good, but I don't think it's that big of a deal. NaN % I don't care about the G5, I'm looking forward to the Pixel 10 Pro for another reason. NaN % Other (let us know in the comments) NaN % One spec could make or break the Pixel 10 Pro Robert Triggs / Android Authority What's the big deal with the Tensor G5? Multiple reports strongly suggest it will be the first Tensor chip manufactured by TSMC instead of Samsung Foundry, and if that happens, it could completely resolve Google's biggest and longest-standing Tensor pain points. It's no secret that Google has long struggled with its Tensor chips, specifically with battery efficiency and thermal management. Whether we're talking about the Pixel 6 or the latest Pixel 9, Google's Pixel phones almost always have worse battery life and thermal performance than competing phones with Qualcomm and MediaTek chips. It's not as pressing of an issue now compared to Tensor's early days, but it's still a problem nonetheless. While Google's chip design certainly plays a role here, chips from Samsung Foundry consistently perform worse than TSMC-made ones. So, with a TSMC-made Tensor G5 in the Pixel 10 series, Google stands to have a Pixel phone that's finally free of the battery and thermal woes it's been unable to escape up until this point. And if that happens, it could be one of the most significant upgrades yet for Google's smartphones. But therein lies a critical word: if that happens. Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority At this point, it's safe to assume that the Tensor G5 will be made my TSMC; we've seen enough reports and heard from enough sources that it seems like a given. Great. But even if we can rely on TSMC being this year's chipset foundry, that doesn't automatically guarantee the Tensor G5 will be the savior of Tensor chips that we like to think it'll be. It's true that TSMC historically produces better silicon than Samsung, and while that should result in the Tensor G5 being free of battery and thermal throttling issues, we should also acknowledge that the challenges involved with changing chipset foundries. This is a big move for Google, and while it should ultimately be one for the better, it's also naive to think it'll be a perfectly seamless transition. There's very much a scenario in which the Tensor G5 isn't the chip we want it to be, whether that means it's a buggy and unoptimized mess, or it doesn't deliver the night-and-day efficiency upgrades we think it'll have. Should that happen, Google doesn't have anything else going for the Pixel 10 Pro series to lean on. There's very much a scenario in which the Tensor G5 isn't the chip we want it to be. Nothing else about the leaked spec sheets suggest exciting hardware for the Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL. If the Tensor G5 isn't the incredible, all-powerful chip Google needs, what is it left with? Two phones that are repackages of their predecessors, just with a new chip that doesn't push the needle forward. Who would want to buy that? With this approach, the success of the Pixel 10 Pro rests entirely on the success of the Tensor G5, and it's a strategy that leaves very little room for error. I hope Google knows what it's doing Rita El Khoury / Android Authority As my colleague C. Scott Brown pointed out, there could be a good explanation for what Google is doing here. With the Tensor G5 being the first TSMC-made Tensor chip, Google might expect there to be some growing pains with its inaugural chip from a new foundry. By reusing so many Pixel 9 Pro components for the Pixel 10 Pro, Google can make the Pixel 10 Pro relatively safely and cheaply and get it into people's hands with the sole purpose of seeing how the Tensor G5 performs in the wild. Google has to realize that these specifications for its two new Pro phones aren't particularly exciting, and maybe that's the point. Maybe Google wants to solely focus on the chip, so whether it's incredible or is a disaster, Google can pinpoint what went right or what went wrong and use that to make a better Pixel 11 Pro next year. There's logic to that approach from a testing perspective, but I'm not sure how you market that to people as something they should buy. Joe Maring / Android Authority As someone who has long been critical of Google's Tensor chips, I can't wait to see how the Tensor G5 shakes out. But at the same time, I am worried about the phone surrounding it. Whether the majority of the Pixel 10 Pro is unchanged because Google has so much confidence in the G5, or because it wants to more easily identify problems if/when something goes wrong, the result will be the same. Either the Tensor G5 is fantastic and the Pixel 10 Pro wows us with the Tensor silicon we've been waiting for, or the G5 falls short with nothing else on the spec sheet to show for, leaving Google with a very difficult-to-sell smartphone. This is a dangerous game Google is playing with the Pixel 10 Pro, and I hope it works out.
Phone Arena
26-06-2025
- Phone Arena
Leaked Pixel 10 specs should prepare Google fans for a major camera disappointment (or two)
It's ironic, but the only member of the upcoming Pixel 10 family widely expected to improve on its predecessor in a notable way with a key new component in tow might prove to be the most disappointing device of the bunch after all. 6.3-inch FHD+ OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate technology and up to 3,000 nits brightness; 3nm-based Google Tensor G5 processor; Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 screen protection; 12GB RAM; 128 and 256GB storage options; 4,970mAh battery; 29W wired and 15W wireless charging capabilities; 48MP primary rear-facing camera; 12MP secondary ultra-wide-angle lens; 10.8MP tertiary telephoto sensor with 5x optical zoom; 10.5MP single front-facing camera. If this was the mid-range Pixel 10a, I'd certainly be impressed. But no matter how you look at it, Google is definitely taking a risk by purportedly putting the same 48MP main snapper on the back of the Pixel 9a and "vanilla" Pixel 10 and by downgrading the Pixel 9's 48MP ultra-wide-angle camera to only 12 megapixels. The Pixel 10 could actually come with a worse camera setup than the Pixel 9. | Image Credit -- PhoneArena Obviously, megapixel counts are not everything when it comes to the real-world performance of a smartphone camera, but the Pixel 10 's 48MP primary imaging sensor is actually said to be "borrowed" straight from the Pixel 9a mid-ranger, so clearly, a quality downgrade is to be expected compared to the Pixel 9 's superior 50MP main rear-facing cam. The rest of today's rumored specs are largely familiar and unsurprising, although it is nice to hear that the Pixel 9 's 4,700mAh battery will get a small capacity upgrade without the screen size growing as well. The OLED panel is expected to score a subtle brightness bump but no resolution or refresh rate change, with the two storage configurations and one memory option also likely to go unchanged. With a bunch of notable downgrades, only a few marginal improvements, and a whole lot of unchanged features, capabilities, and design elements, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Google's "regular" Pixel 10 is tipped to start at the exact same $799 price in the US as its 6.3-inch predecessor. The Pixel 10 looks decidedly familiar but also undeniably attractive in these leaked renders from a while back. That would most likely put the 256GB storage variant at $899, with the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL expected to cost $999 and $1,199 respectively in their own entry-level 128 gig configurations. Of course, none of those price points are etched in stone just yet, and while that's technically true for the Pixel 10 family's launch schedule as well, an August 20 announcement date and a commercial release on August 28 feel almost guaranteed after a few conflicting reports in recent weeks. Because that's still two months away, Google's plans could change until the very last minute, especially after what happened with the Pixel 9a right before it was formally unveiled in March. Then again, I'm pretty sure the search giant has learned its lesson, and the Pixel 10 series will not be announced until it's 100 percent ready for primetime. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
