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The Galaxy S25 Edge is available in Titanium Silver (pictured), Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Icyblue. Kerry Wan/ZDNETIt finally happened. After months of anticipation, I held the phone that may just kick off a new wave of ultra-thin handsets, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETI’ve been a Pixel phone devotee since the beginning, and one of my favorite features is the call-screening capability that debuted with the Pixel 3 in 2018. I don’t remember the last time I answered an unnecessary call, and I can’t imagine switching to a phone without it.Also: You should update your Google Pixel phone ASAP – here’s whyOver the years, though, Pixel call screening — now named Call Assist — has added several new tricks beyond simply keeping robocalls and other spam phone calls at bay. Here’s a look at a few things you might not have known call screening could do. 1. Hold for me I don’t use this feature often, but it’s one of the most helpful things my flagship phone can do. Also: I changed 10 settings on my Pixel phone to significantly improve the user experienceHold for Me (which has expanded to all Google Search users) waits on a call for you if someone places you on hold. When a live person picks up, your phone informs them that you’ll be picking up shortly and gives you an alert. If you’ve ever had to deal with being placed on a seemingly endless hold on a customer service phone call, you know how frustrating it can be to wait around. 2. Call notes This feature is exclusive to the Pixel 9 lineup for now, but I can’t wait for it to trickle down. Call Notes does just what the name says. It listens to your calls, extracts the important information, and creates a summary of your call. Also: The best Google Pixel phones to buy: Expert tested and reviewedIf you’re like me, you’re the type of person who thinks, “I’ll remember that, I don’t need to write it down,” only to scramble later to find the appointment time or meeting place. Google says Call Notes understands what’s important on a call and only saves what you need. You do need to activate Call Notes for each conversation. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways This ruggedized smartphone has a huge battery, a massive 800-lumen flashlight, and a night vision camera. The massive battery does make the handset weigh a hefty 2 pounds. The display can be a bit washed out in bright sunlight. –> At Amazon, the Blackview BV7300<!–> is on sale for $250, a […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel 9a is the latest midrange phone from the company and retails for $499. It features a new Tensor G4 chip, helpful AI tools, an improved main camera, and the largest battery of any Pixel. You’ll have to settle for some budget trade-offs, including the lack of a telephoto […] More

kertlis/Getty Images You finally did it. After months or even years of figuring out what your business move should be, you’ve landed on what might be your best idea yet. There’s only one problem. 😔 You’re not a developer, and design isn’t really your thing either. So what now? Do you let your brilliant idea […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Spigen Tag Me Bluetooth trackers are available for $44 for a four-pack These trackers perform as well as the AirTag yet are half the price; they have a small loop to attach to items without purchasing separate accessories Unfortunately, they only work with the Apple Find My network. –> I’ve […] More

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Kerry Wan/ZDNETPre-orders for Samsung’s next mainline smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Edge More