Samsung Galaxy S26 launch live: The Galaxy S26 series is here, plus Galaxy Buds 4 and tons of exciting new One UI features
Live Blog Everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event happening on February 25!
Phones
How fast is the Samsung Galaxy S26 charging speed?
Needs a battery boost The Samsung Galaxy S26 series phones only sees a nominal upgrade in charging speeds for the top-line models.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 waterproof?
Washy washy Samsung's Galaxy S26 is mostly a collection of tweaks rather than a redesign, and that means water resistance again this time, not waterproofing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S26 support Qi2 magnetic charging?
Bring on the magnets Two out of the three Samsung Galaxy S26 models now support faster wireless charging. You'll still need a case to use magnetic chargers though.
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Google Pixel 10: Which small phone is worth buying?
Small phone matchup The Galaxy S26 aims to elevate the brand's base-model flagship — did Samsung change enough for it to pull ahead of the standout Google Pixel 10?
Android 16
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus vs. Galaxy S24 Plus: An upgrade worth waiting for?
Make your decision! Samsung's latest 'Plus' flagship has a slightly revamped design, faster hardware, and quicker wireless charging. But is it really worth upgrading to?
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Deals
That's not a typo: T-Mobile will really give you a FREE Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra when you preorder — no trade-in required!
Preorder party The Galaxy S26 lineup has finally been revealed, and T-Mobile is already out here with one of the best preorder deals I've seen in ages.
Best Buy just quietly carved $400 OFF one of my favorite Garmin watches — now it's over $600 cheaper than the Fenix 8 Pro
Get active Completely apropos of nothing, Best Buy has decided to slash a straight $400 off the Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar, making the premium watch way more approachable for newcomers.
These affordable noise-cancelling earbuds just got even cheaper with $50 OFF at Best Buy
$60 Noise-Cancelling Buds JBL's budget-friendly Tune 245NC earbuds get nearly half off.
Just a few days before Unpacked, T-Mobile wants to give you the Galaxy S26's biggest competition for FREE (no trade-in required)
Pixel perfect We're about to get a first look at the new Samsung lineup, but who cares about brand loyalty when there's a free phone on the line?
Apps & Software
YouTube Premium's cheap Lite tier gets a little more for 'most videos'
Lite, not compromise YouTube Premium Lite detailed an update for subscribers, which brings two welcome features to the plan.
How to install the Android 17 beta on your phone right now
Early access The latest version of Android is here in beta, and here's how you can get started before everyone else — installing Android 17 is about as easy as it gets.
Wear OS can now send life-saving earthquake alerts without your phone
Standalone protection The update allows Wear OS watches to deliver emergency alerts without being paired to a smartphone.
Circle to Search has 3 secret powers most people don’t know about
Big upgrades Circle to Search is a few years old now, but it has consistently gained features over its lifetime that make it a worthwhile tool to this day.
Wearables
Best Buy just quietly carved $400 OFF one of my favorite Garmin watches — now it's over $600 cheaper than the Fenix 8 Pro
Get active Completely apropos of nothing, Best Buy has decided to slash a straight $400 off the Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar, making the premium watch way more approachable for newcomers.
The best smart rings to buy in 2026
Smart rings Smart rings are the hot new wearable on the block. Here are our favorite picks!
This one feature helped me turn my Meta AI glasses into a Garmin for video workouts
Better stats A newer Garmin watch can add some awesome stats to your Meta AI glasses' videos, but it turns out you don't need a Garmin for this at all.
Best Android smartwatch
The best Out of dozens of options we've reviewed, our expert Android team has picked out the best Android watches available today.
Accessories
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus cases
Curious cases Unlock the full potential of your S26 series phone with the best Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus cases. From magnetic support to kickstands, these cases do it all.
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 cases
Cases for the S26 On the lookout for the best Samsung Galaxy S26 cases? Cease your search for all the greatest picks available right now are collected right here!
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra cases
Wrap it up The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a slim and trim device with monstrous power. Wrap up this performance beast in the very best cases to bolster drop protection.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 series goes official with improved audio and a standout new feature
Smarter sound, smarter controls The Galaxy Buds 4 series arrives with a refined design, upgraded ANC, 24-bit audio support, and new AI features like head gestures and smarter conversation detection.
Tablets
These Samsung Galaxy Tab models support the S Pen in 2025
Putting pen to screen Which of the Galaxy Tab S, A, FE, and Active tablets work with Samsung's best stylus?
This hack made my life so much easier after I replaced my old e-reader with a new one
Gadget Weekly Onyx Boox tablets run Android, but they don't offer the data transfer feature that Android does on phones. Here's how you can transfer your files regardless.
The Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C has perfected the recipe for the ideal E Ink tablet
Peak E Ink experience Onyx Boox deserves a pat on the back for the Note Air 5 C. This excellent E Ink tablet runs Android 15 and is filled to the brim with incredible features.
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The Galaxy XR's superpower was hiding right in front of my face this whole time
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Two of the best Steam Frame features are available for the Galaxy XR right now, and I'm loving what they're doing for my gaming performance
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Amazon's big Fire TV redesign is rolling out, and the new interface looks great
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