Eliana Willis

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETHaving spent a few days with the Galaxy Z Flip 7, I can easily say that it’s Samsung’s most polished clamshell foldable to date. The expanded cover screen finally feels complete, DeX support is an incredible bonus on such a tiny footprint, and its battery life got a solid bump up.But while the Z Flip 7 closes the gap with rivals like the Moto Razr Ultra, it’s worth looking ahead to what next year’s Z Flip 8 might bring. Apple reportedly has plans to bring its flavor of foldable iPhone to market in 2026 as well, giving Samsung even more motivation to deliver. Also: I spent a week with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, and it’s an even bigger leap than expectedThat’s why, even with the Flip 7 hitting so many marks, upgrading in 2026 could make sense, too. Here’s why next year’s Z Flip 8 could be worth the wait. Battery tech could get a facelift More

Acer Swift 16 AI <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Acer Swift 16 AI is available now starting at $1,250. Its 16-inch OLED display, well-designed lightweight form, and marathon battery work together to create a laptop that feels more premium than its price would suggest. Its speakers, however, leave much to be desired, and it has […] More

Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways It can charge four devices simultaneously. It features two retractable USB‑C cables that can rotate and swivel Be aware that the accessory can be a bit bulky, so it might not fit in some vehicles. –> Your car probably has a couple of built-in USB ports, so […] More

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 is available for purchase now at a starting price of $349. It’s a capable smartwatch with all the usual health metrics, along with Samsung’s Running Coach, bedtime guidance, and recovery insights. Some features feel more experimental than scientific, like Antioxidant Index and BMI, […] More

Lenovo Idea Tab Pro <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro is a midrange entertainment tablet starting at $290 for the 128GB model and $400 for the 256GB option. This is one of the few midrange Android tablets that can truly work for entertainment and productivity, carefully straddling both lines. This 12.7-inch tablet […] More

Meta Oakley HSTN Smart Glasses <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The latest smart glasses by Meta feature an enhanced design and features optimized for outdoor use. An upgraded camera resolution and battery life headline the best features. They’re fairly expensive at $499, and the style might not appeal to some users. more buying choices –> jul […] More