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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Gets a President’s Day Price Cut

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Foldable phones have always impressed with innovation, but the biggest barrier has consistently been price. This President’s Day, that barrier feels a little lower. The 256GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 is currently available at a significant discount, bringing the price down from $1,099 to $899 at Amazon. All three color options, Blue Shadow, Coral Red, and Jet Black, are included in the deal. If you prefer more storage, the 512GB version is also discounted. Coral Red and Jet Black models drop to $1,019, while the Blue Shadow variant falls slightly further to $1,016. For buyers who do not mind activating at checkout, Best Buy is offering the 256GB model for $799 when activated on Verizon or AT&T. For a device that represents one of Samsung’s biggest foldable upgrades in years, these discounts make the Galaxy Z Flip 7 far more accessible. Why the Galaxy Z Flip 7 Feels Different This Year Samsung has sometimes taken incremental steps with its foldables, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 feels like a more...

Samsung Galaxy S26 Could Introduce a Built-In Privacy Display

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Samsung is building momentum ahead of its Galaxy S26 launch, and a recent advertisement strongly suggests that privacy will take center stage this year. The company appears ready to introduce a new display technology with a built-in privacy mode designed to shield sensitive content from side viewers. If the leaks and teaser clips are accurate, this upgrade could change how people use their phones in public spaces. A Privacy Mode Made for Real Life In the newly released advert, a woman reads a bold romance novel while commuting on a subway. Curious passengers attempt to glance at her screen. With a quick tap on a “Zero-peeking privacy” toggle, the visible content disappears for anyone looking from an angle. While privacy screen protectors have existed for years, Samsung’s rumored approach appears far more advanced. Traditional filters darken the entire display and narrow viewing angles permanently. What Samsung seems to be developing is a system that selectively blocks content only when...

Android Is Getting a New Local File Backup Feature — Here’s What It Means for You

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Android is quietly becoming more protective of your digital life. According to the latest release notes for Google Play services (version 26.06), a new local file backup feature is on the way — and it’s powered by Google Drive. At first glance, it may sound simple. But in reality, this update could transform how Android users safeguard their most overlooked files. What Is the New Local File Backup Feature? Google describes it as a way to automatically back up downloaded documents from your device to Google Drive. In practical terms, this likely means that everything saved in your Download folder will be uploaded securely to the cloud. Think of it as a quiet guardian working in the background — ensuring your files aren’t trapped on just one device. This feature is separate from Android’s existing backup system, which already saves: Apps and app data Call history Contacts Device settings SMS and MMS messages The difference? This new capability focuses specifically on locally stored files...

Galaxy S26 Ultra Teases “Zero-Peeking Privacy” Display Ahead of Unpacked

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Samsung is building anticipation for its upcoming Galaxy S26 series, and this time the spotlight is on privacy. Just days before Galaxy Unpacked on February 25, 2026, Samsung released a short teaser video introducing what appears to be a new display feature called “Zero-Peeking Privacy.” The goal is simple but powerful: stop strangers from glancing at your screen. Here’s what this new feature could mean for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. A Display That Goes Dark From the Side In Samsung’s teaser, a commuter attempts to read someone else’s phone from over their shoulder. Suddenly, a toggle labeled Zero-Peeking Privacy appears. The screen darkens, effectively blocking the side view. The technology works by limiting the direction of light emitted from the display. Only someone directly in front of the screen can clearly see the content. From side angles, the screen appears black. This could be particularly useful in public spaces such as trains, airports, offices, or coffee shops where shoulder su...

iOS 26.4 Beta Brings Encrypted RCS Messaging Closer to Reality

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Apple has taken a significant step toward improving cross-platform messaging. With the release of the iOS 26.4 developer beta, Apple has started testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging. While this first implementation is limited, it signals a major shift in how iPhone and Android devices may communicate securely in the near future. Here’s what’s happening and what it means for users. What Is Changing With RCS on iPhone? RCS, or Rich Communication Services, is designed to modernize text messaging between devices. It brings features like read receipts, typing indicators, higher-quality media sharing, and improved group chats. Apple added RCS support previously, improving messaging between iPhone and Android users. However, one key piece was missing: cross-platform encryption. Now, with iOS 26.4 developer beta, Apple has begun testing end-to-end encryption for RCS messages. Current Limitations of the Beta There is an important detail to understand. The current beta only supports encryp...