Samsung Electronics Co. unveiled its first so-called trifold smartphone, flaunting its engineering prowess in foldable devices even as the broader category has yet to catch on with mainstream consumers.

The new phone is the latest salvo in Samsung’s long-running battle with Apple, which is expected to introduce its own foldable phone —likely a once-folding model—later next year. Samsung has offered foldable phones since 2019.

Almost a decade later, Lee is once again turning to acquisitions to help Samsung secure its technological edge. He set up the company’s first official M&A team in November, led by president and veteran dealmaker Ahn Joong-hyun as it fights to stay competitive in the global AI race.

Here's one big way Samsung's real-time Interpreter mode looks to be getting better with the Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro.

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References to “Super fast wireless charging” and likely Qi2.2 adoption suggest major improvements in convenience, accessory compatibility, and overall charging speeds—bringing Samsung closer to the competition at last.

A disagreement between two Samsung divisions over a smartphone component might end up having a significant impact on the price of the Galaxy S26 models.

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