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Samsung Galaxy S26 cases are essential for protection, with options ranging from rugged and durable cases to razor-thin minimalist options that cater to different user preferences.

OpenAI's chatbot can't control car functions. If you want to adjust the cabin temperature or skip tracks, you'll still need Siri for those tasks.

Samsung Electronics plans to invest KRW 110 trillion, or approximately $73 billion, in research and development and facilities "in a bid to lead the semiconductor industry in artificial intelligence". This year's plan would represent an increase in expenditure of over 21% compared to 2025.

The standout feature of the iQOO 15 Apex Edition is its distinctive rear panel design, which utilizes a holographic imaging-based dynamic ink wash painting.

Samsung's next flagship devices will offer Perplexity as part of an expansion to support multiple AI agents in Galaxy AI. Perplexity's AI agent will work with apps including Samsung Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder and Calendar, according to the announcement. And, some third-party apps will support it, though Samsung hasn't yet said which. The news comes just a few days before Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, so we can expect to find out more about that integration and how it fits in with Samsung's revamped Bixby

As a company and brand, Apple has placed a great deal of emphasis on privacy over the years-both in its product design and in its advertising. Protecting user data is a major talking point and has driven ads like 2025's "Flock" campaign, in which bird-like cameras fly around tracking people in a dystopian setting. The crux of Apple's pitch is simple: The company says it doesn't sell data to third-party distributors and it doesn't share your data for marketing purposes.

Amazon's new smartphone, Transformer, is set to focus on AI integration, aiming to enhance the usage of its AI products and potentially replace traditional app stores with AI-driven solutions.

Using the device's built-in Bixby voice control, you will soon be able to say "Shut the fridge door," or "Open the door," and your machine will obey. According to a press release from Samsung at CES 2026 this week, the voice commands will open the door fully, not just a smidge - over 90 degrees. You can also tap the door with the palm or the back of your hand to activate the movement.

Joint Statement: Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google's Gemini models and cloud technology. These models will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year. After careful evaluation, Apple determined that Google's Al technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models and is excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for Apple users.

Using the company's SmartVoice technology, the devices react to wake-up words for verbal commands, using built-in microphones. Most of the appliances will also offer a built-in speaker so that they can react audibly to the commands. IAI Smart emphasizes the ease of use that this offers. "Our guiding principle is simple: make smart home technology easier for everyone," said Jason Jiang, CEO of IAI Smart. "Voice control should be effortless, and now it is." And because everything is on-device, personal information never leaves the home.

Samsung still hasn't fully revealed when it's unveiling the Galaxy S26 family, but it recently went 99% of the way in the Terms and Conditions of a contest it's hosting. So the rumored date of February 25 is pretty much a given at this point. Ahead of that, the company's US arm has started a teaser campaign of sorts, by sharing the meme you can see below.