Samsung phones running One UI 8.5 beta get a new Google Play System update

Lately, Samsung smartphones have been receiving frequent Google Play System updates, and now there’s another one available for devices running the One UI 8.5 (Android 16 QPR2) beta, such as the Galaxy S25 Ultra. On X, @KAILASH61229293 reported that a new Google Play System update is available for the Galaxy S25 Ultra running the beta […]

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Samsung Now Brief went from borderline useless to something I use every day

I’ll be honest, when Samsung introduced Now Brief with the Galaxy S25 series (One UI 8.0) last year, I thought it could be useful based on what the company promised. However, it turned out to be one of those AI-powered features I tried for a few days and then forgot existed. At launch, my colleague […]

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Galaxy S26, S25, Z Fold 5, Flip 5 get second April 2026 update

Samsung smartphones listed under the brand’s monthly security update schedule usually receive one software update each month, bringing the latest security patch. This month is no different, as many eligible devices have already received the April 2026 security patch. Surprisingly, some of those devices, including the carrier-locked variants of the Galaxy S26 series, Galaxy S25 […]

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Netflix Korea’s ‘If Wishes Could Kill’ turns Galaxy phones into plot devices

Netflix Korea will debut a new young adult horror limited series on April 24, and the official trailer has already picked up strong traction online. The series, written by Park Joong-seop, is called “If Wishes Could Kill,” and the trailer on YouTube alone has already racked up nearly half a million views as of this […]

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Samsung reverses Galaxy S25 price cut in India, hikes prices above launch levels

A few days ago, Samsung reduced the prices of the Galaxy S25 lineup in India. Considering rising memory chip costs, the move was unexpected and made the devices more appealing to buyers who couldn’t afford the Galaxy S26 series or felt it didn’t offer significant upgrades. However, Samsung has now reversed course. The company has […]

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