Smartphone makers are attempting to replace the physical wallet with digital alternatives. Samsung is merging two existing services to create Samsung Wallet. Samsung Wallet will support official forms of identification such as driver’s licenses and student IDs later this year. Google also announcement in May that it’s working with governments to incorporate IDs into Google Wallet. Apple Wallet alreadysupports virtual IDs in several states. Korean Air will also be Samsung’s first partner for storing digital boarding passes....

As at other recent tech events,AI was all the rage and dominated the show. A new “conversational search” should make it easier to adjust options by typing in natural language. A recentCNET surveyfound that US buyers still don’t really care for AI on their phones. But they do care a lot about better battery life. (The S25 and S25 Plus camera resolutions remain the same as last year’s models.) Samsung already had very impressive cameras and solid software – outside of AI – on its older phones....

You’ll soon be able to put Samsung in your wallet. But the industry will be watching closely. But followingApple’s foray into finance with the Apple Card, more traditionally tech-focused companies are pivoting into finance. Read more:Apple Card vs. Amazon Prime Rewards Visa: Which credit card is best for you? At first, it will be available only in the US. Like the Apple Card, Samsung’s card won’t display a number, expiration date or security code....

People who upgraded to One UI 7 (aka Android 15) reported repeated issues unlocking their phones. The company has since pulled the update across allGalaxymodels and regions, likely as a precautionary measure. Samsung told CNET that the software’s “new timing and availability will be shared shortly.” Other devices were expected to follow soon. One UI 7 introduces a redesigned interfacebuilt around AI, offering people more personalization and control. The software uses artificial intelligence to help edit videos, write messages and suggest places to go for dinner....

Samsung announced on Wednesday that it had its own answer to ChatGPT withGauss, its generative AI model. Samsung didn’t reveal much about Galaxy AI, including whether it would be using the Gauss model. Samsung didn’t immediately respond to a request for clarity. This feature will be restricted to on-machine AI, so conversations and translations won’t leave the phone. Samsung also didn’t clarify what would initiate the on-gear part of the Galaxy AI experience....

Samsungwants to make it even easier to transfer data to a new phone. As long as you’re switching to a new Galaxy phone, that is. The full global rollout will begin this fall starting with Galaxy S and Z series phones in Korea. Samsung says there’s no data storage limit, but file sizes will be capped at 100GB. Data is stored for 30 days, and Samsung says users will be notified when that time limit approaches....

It also has some killer specs including dual, front-facing 12-megapixel cameras, Wi-Fi 6E and 4K video capture. Both tablets are made for entertainment, creative work and productivity. But iPadOS and Android are still behind when it comes to productivity. And it also lets you use windowed versions of your apps for easier multitasking with them side-by-side or overlapping. It has always felt like a work in progress. Not all apps work in DeX mode, and even those that do aren’t always supported 100%....

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A new version was announced atCES 2024, but this model is still a solid option. This sleek and slim monitor is an ultra-versatile option for anyone working in a small space. The Samsung M8 is an interesting gear because of its extreme versatility and somewhat niche concept. That said, it’s well worth grabbing for the massive discount if you think you could use it. Otherwise, if you’d like a more traditional monitor, check out thesemonitor dealsfor alternatives....

It sports a new design and updated features, and it’s scheduled to launch globally on Oct. 10. The SmartTag 2 competes with the likes ofTile trackersandApple AirTags. Like the existing SmartTags line, you could use SmartTag 2 only with Samsung Galaxy phones. It’ll cost $30 in the US. It also makes changes to battery life, with a new power saving mode and improved normal mode. The equipment also comes with an improved Compass View feature if you have an ultra-wideband-supported Galaxy smartphone....

Samsung notched its best second-quarter profit since 2018, on strong sales of chips amid a cooling smartphone market. Smartphones are feeling the heat of economic downturn fears, with demand shrinking in the second quarter. Smartphone vendors shipped 270 million handsets in the second quarter, a 9% decline over the first quarter. Still, sales in Samsung memory units rose 18% year over year. However, Samsung cautioned that demand for consumer products and PCs will remain weak....

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In fact, some of thebest wireless earbudsare on sale at the moment: theSamsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. That’s a deal not to be missed, so double-check you snap them up if you fancy them. We suggest factoring that into any buying decision you might be pondering. Hey, did you know?CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. You’ll definitely regret missing out if you’re too late, too. These earbuds have a redesigned fit which is said to offer a more comfortable listening experience....