Last week, Facebook announced that it is renaming the company Meta, and the hot takes have been scorching – and many are simply wrong.
Read MoreApple’s annual fall device update offered up few surprises, but adding noticeable, useful updates to best-selling products is generally a winning formula for Apple. In the U.S., carriers are heavily subsidizing the new iPhones – including giving them away free over time with trade-ins.
Read MoreSamsung is steadily removing objections to foldables with its third generation Z Flip and Z Fold; it is launching well-priced Galaxy Watch4 with new Google software and new Samsung silicon, and the Galaxy Buds2 have a winning balance between comfort, performance, and price.
Read MoreLate last month, three news items from China caught my eye that reflect how geopolitics are shaping the state of mobile devices today. I also attended an online discussion on deglobalization that provided some context for what’s going on.
Read MoreBBK is remaking OnePlus as a more traditional smartphone brand, driven by sanctions on Huawei and BBK’s desire to take advantage of U.S. distribution.
Read MoreMicrosoft is updating the Surface Laptop and announcing new accessories aimed at post-pandemic hybrid work needs: USB wired and wireless headsets, a wired speaker for conference calls, and a 1080p webcam.
Read MoreSamsung’s Galaxy Buds Pro take the in-ear design of the Galaxy Buds Plus, the tiny wireless charging case of the Galaxy Buds Live, and adds ANC and a slew of other features for $200.
Read More[Updated Jan 19, 2021 from summary to full report] The Galaxy S21 features a wide range of improvements to the camera, display, and processor at competitive price points for mainstream consumers and early adopters alike.
Read MoreAnalysis of Apple’s services, Apple Watch, and iPad launches.
[Updated Sept 23 and Sept 29 with hands-on experience with Apple Watch Series 6 and iPad 8th gen]
Samsung’s wearables are competitive and give the company ways to monetize its smartphone installed base, even if consumers are not ready to upgrade their phones yet. This report covers the Galaxy Buds Live and Galaxy Watch3, including extensive hands-on with both.
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