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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Are extremely thin smartphones a dead end? Samsung did not present a successor

Samsung has not released a new extremely thin smartphone, raising questions about the future of this design trend.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Samsung presented the Galaxy S26 smartphones

Samsung has unveiled its Galaxy S26 smartphones featuring advanced pixel-level light management for enhanced screen privacy without compromising display quality.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

IS: Samsung phones have drained themselves and stopped starting up

Multiple Samsung users are reporting issues with their phones draining battery and failing to restart, particularly after updates.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. iPhone 17 Pro: the two most iconic phones in the world, face to face

A new battle begins between Samsung and Apple over their latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro, unveiled at separate events.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Why is the digital camera market recovering from a 90% decline? What is the 'value' that smartphones do not offer?

Japan's digital camera market is showing signs of recovery after a dramatic decline, attributed to unique qualities that digital cameras offer compared to smartphones.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Hands-on and first impressions: have AI agents in the Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphones created a new type of artificial intelligence?

Samsung's Galaxy S26 mobile phones introduce AI agents that aim to learn user habits, although early hands-on tests show they need time to adapt completely.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Which is the most powerful phone of 2026: Galaxy S26 Ultra or iPhone 17 Pro?

The article compares the features of the newly launched Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Apple iPhone 17 Pro, focusing on design, display, and specifications.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Samsung Galaxy S26 series launched in India, with savings of 20,000 possible

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series, including the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, has been launched in India, with pre-orders now open and a significant saving opportunity available.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Blaring sirens on smartphones to warn Australians of major disasters under emergency alerts overhaul

Australia is implementing a new emergency alert system, AusAlert, that will send intrusive alerts directly to smartphones for various disasters.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Haddad defends tax increase on imports of over a thousand products: 'protect national production'

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad advocates for an increase in taxes on over a thousand imported products, including smartphones, to protect domestic production.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Life & Tech

New Samsung mobile shields against curious glances from neighbors

Samsung's latest smartphone, the Galaxy S26, introduces a feature designed to protect users' privacy by preventing onlookers from seeing the screen.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

"Privacy Mode" Comes to Samsung Phones

Samsung has introduced its new flagship Galaxy S26 line of smartphones featuring innovative software enhancements, including a 'Privacy Mode' to limit screen viewing angles.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

In the U.S.: the official price of the Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra after their launch in California

Samsung announced the prices for its Galaxy S26 series smartphones during a launch event in California.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Samsung unveils new Galaxy S26 with one clever feature the iPhone can't match

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra, featuring a unique Privacy Display that thwarts unwanted viewing by those not directly facing the screen.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The new Galaxy S26: even more Ultra with the Privacy Display

Samsung unveils the Galaxy S26 series, highlighting the Ultra model featuring an integrated Privacy Display and enhanced capabilities for extended usage.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How the new Samsung S26 is

The new Samsung Galaxy S26 is powered by AI, designed to simplify daily tasks with features that enhance user interaction, including responding to calls with head movements.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Galaxy S26 with 3 AI Assistants and Anti-Peeping Screen Released

Samsung Electronics unveiled its new Galaxy S26 series smartphones, which feature three AI assistants and enhanced capabilities, aiming to enhance competitiveness against rivals like Apple.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
Life & Tech

Samsung presented new models of Galaxy S26. The biggest feature is a display blocking intruders

Samsung has unveiled its new Galaxy S26 smartphones featuring a privacy-protecting display and enhanced AI capabilities.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Samsung presented Galaxy S26: details, prices, and arrival date in Argentina for all models

Samsung unveiled its new Galaxy S26 series, highlighting its advanced camera configuration and premium design, as it prepares to launch in Argentina.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S26 series, these smartphones are equipped with agentic AI

Samsung has introduced its new flagship smartphone series Galaxy S26, focusing on camera, performance, and AI experience.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

The Samsung Galaxy S26 answers calls from strangers for you

The Samsung Galaxy S26 features an AI filter that answers spam and unknown calls, notifying the user afterward.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Galaxy S26: Samsung launches phone with 'anti-peeking' screen and boosted AI; see prices

Samsung has unveiled its latest Galaxy S26 smartphone series featuring enhanced AI capabilities and a unique anti-peeking screen technology, with prices announced during an event in San Francisco.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Premiere of the best phones from Samsung. They will go after iPhones

Samsung has launched its latest smartphones, aiming to compete directly with Apple's iPhone.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Samsung presents its new Galaxy series phones to the world today

Samsung is set to unveil its latest flagship smartphones and product updates at the annual Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Higher tax on imported cell phones is expected to have little impact on prices in Brazil; main brands already produce in the country

Brazil's government has raised taxes on over a thousand imported products, including cell phones, to boost local industry competitiveness, but most smartphones are already produced domestically.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Samsung presents its new Galaxy S26 smartphone line at Unpacked 2026 event: all the rumors

Samsung has launched its Galaxy S26 series at the Unpacked 2026 event, revealing new features, pricing, and availability details.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Your phone is now a crime scene in your pocket

Smartphones are increasingly central to criminal investigations, providing critical evidence such as location data and communications.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

This Motorola phone is cheaper and better looking than the iPhone Air โ€“ but it has its drawbacks

The Motorola Signature offers high specifications at a lower price point than the iPhone Air, although it has some drawbacks.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Mobile Phones in Schools: Who Wants to Join This Class Must Not Own a Smartphone for Two Years

A Munich gymnasium is launching a controversial initiative that requires students to be smartphone-free for two years to promote inclusivity.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Communication: The Average Cost of a Smartphone is 646 Euros

German consumers are facing an increasing average price for smartphones, now projected to reach 646 euros this year due to rising production costs, particularly for memory chips.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Recommendation in Finland: No smartphones for children under 13 years

Finland has recommended that children under 13 should not have their own smartphones due to concerns about the impact of digital tools on health.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Sixth graders on the disadvantages of smartphones: Distraction

A discussion involving Swedish sixth graders highlights concerns about smartphone distractions during class, leading to calls for addressing students' screen time.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The Festival and the second screen effect: here's what it is

The Sanremo Festival effectively utilizes the second screen effect, engaging audiences across different media platforms while they interact with content in real-time using their smartphones.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Samsung's newest S26 is hours away, but Argos is dishing out 20% off the older Galaxy model

As Samsung prepares to launch its new Galaxy S26, Argos is offering a 20% discount on the previous Galaxy S25 model.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

iPhone Air Price Reduced by 9000 CZK, Prices Also Falling for iPhone SE (17th Generation)

The iPhone Air has seen a price drop of 9000 CZK, indicating a trend in decreasing smartphone prices.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

What is the price of the Samsung Galaxy S25 in the United States hours before the launch of the S26

The article discusses the pricing of the Samsung Galaxy S25 models in the U.S. as they see price adjustments ahead of the S26 launch.

Feb 24 โ€ข 20:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Samsung presents its new Galaxy S26 smartphone line at the Unpacked 2026 event: all the rumors

Samsung is set to unveil its new Galaxy S26 smartphone line during the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco, focusing on deep AI integration and enhanced user experience.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government expects to raise R$ 14 billion this year with increased import tariffs on over a thousand products; smartphones taxed

The Brazilian government anticipates raising R$ 14 billion this year through increased import tariffs on numerous products, including smartphones, to protect the national industry.

Feb 24 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Samsung will incorporate Perplexity AI into its upcoming flagship Galaxy devices

Samsung is set to integrate Perplexity AI into its forthcoming Galaxy flagship devices, enhancing apps like Notes and Gallery.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

One in two French people has already bought a second-hand phone: the rise of the refurbished market

Half of French consumers have purchased a second-hand phone, reflecting growing acceptance of the refurbished market despite lingering consumer skepticism.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G: How Resistant Is It in Real Use?

The Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G is designed to withstand daily challenges, including accidental drops and exposure to water, with impressive durability features.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Supernanny Jo Frost finally settles if smartphones should be banned for kids

Supernanny Jo Frost supports a potential UK ban on smartphones for children under 16 amid concerns over mental health and unregulated online content.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Water-resistant cell phones: understand why the protection does not last forever

The article explains that the water and dust resistance ratings of mobile phones, such as IP67 and IP68, are not permanent and can degrade over time due to everyday use and wear.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

An app for smartphones in Sierra Leone encourages people to donate blood.. what's the story?

In Sierra Leone, a smartphone app called "Life Line" is addressing the chronic shortage of blood in banks, which has been contributing to preventable deaths among mothers and children.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Samsung's Most Powerful is Coming, Launch This Week, Here Are the Features

Samsung is set to launch its flagship Galaxy S26 series, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra, on February 25, featuring a 200MP camera and a powerful processor.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Revealing the JEE Toppers, They Gave Up Smartphones; Adopted Keypad Phones

JEE toppers have gained attention for their choice to use basic keypad phones instead of smartphones to focus on their studies, as shown in a viral video.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil raised import tax on over a thousand products, including smartphones

The Brazilian government has increased import taxes on more than a thousand products, which includes smartphones, aiming to bolster domestic industry despite criticism from importers.

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Pilot explains what actually happens when passengers don't use airplane mode

A pilot discusses the importance of switching smartphones to airplane mode during flights, clarifying misconceptions surrounding the procedure.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Digital World: Screen Lock

The article discusses the emergence of a new gadget, Brick, that limits smartphone usage by blocking certain apps until it is physically tapped to the phone.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Review: Almost Perfect Phone from a Native Company, Competing with Vivo and Oppo

The review highlights Lava's new phone, the Lava Agni 4, as a strong competitor in the budget smartphone market against major Chinese brands.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:17 UTC

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