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SAMSUNG is not just pushing out super slim smartphones – but super clever household appliances too, such as the Bespoke Jet AI Ultra. The vacuum is smarter than ever, and can even stop
Commentary: Samsung touts its AI features as transformative to your mobile experience. How come my experience feels pretty much the same?
Google also announced that, starting with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7, you’ll be able to long-press the power button and have Gemini take a gander at your screen while you’re scrolling. With live access to what you’re looking at, you can ask Gemini for help on stuff like product comparisons. Per Google:
Samsung's Galaxy AI shows strong adoption, with 70% of Galaxy S25 users actively leveraging its features. More details here.
The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro AI normally cost $250, but you can snag a pair for $149.72. It's worth noting that Apple's AirPods Pro 2, which also normally sell for $249, are discounted to $149 alongside best-ever deals on both models of AirPods 4, Apple's newest Bluetooth earbuds.
Samsung and Google's partnership is still going strong, bringing Gemini AI features to Samsung's foldables lineup. At Samsung Unpacked, Google's senior VP of devices and services Rick Osterloh came onstage to announce Gemini-powered AI features for the new Samsung Z Fold 7.
Samsung Electronics anticipates a 39% drop in Q2 profit, primarily due to weaker-than-expected AI chip sales. More details here.
The newly-announced Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 come with six months free, and clearly Google is hoping that by the time that free period is up, you won't be able to live without all the AI goodness you get with a subscription.