We tried out the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and the Watch 8 Classic smartwatches. They look great, feel comfortable, and offer new AI features, but are more expensive than previous-gen models.

Samsung's Galaxy AI shows strong adoption, with 70% of Galaxy S25 users actively leveraging its features. More details here.

The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro AI normally cost $250, but you can snag a pair for $149.72. It's worth noting that Apple's AirPods Pro 2, which also normally sell for $249, are discounted to $149 alongside best-ever deals on both models of AirPods 4, Apple's newest Bluetooth earbuds.

Google also announced that, starting with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7, you’ll be able to long-press the power button and have Gemini take a gander at your screen while you’re scrolling. With live access to what you’re looking at, you can ask Gemini for help on stuff like product comparisons. Per Google:

At the same time, most of Google’s Gemini-powered tools are still free on Samsung devices. New Gemini-powered tools are also free for the next six months for early buyers of the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. For now, Samsung is keeping core Galaxy AI tools free and giving users more certainty about what they can use without extra cost.

Samsung confirms core Galaxy AI features will remain free indefinitely. However, there are others you'll have to pay for.

Commentary: Samsung touts its AI features as transformative to your mobile experience. How come my experience feels pretty much the same?

Samsung and Google's partnership is still going strong, bringing Gemini AI features to Samsung's foldables lineup. At Samsung Unpacked, Google's senior VP of devices and services Rick Osterloh came onstage to announce Gemini-powered AI features for the new Samsung Z Fold 7.

Samsung confirms it won't charge for its Galaxy AI tools, even as it rolls out major improvements with its latest foldables.

CNBC’s Steve Kovach joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the latest product unveiling from Samsung that feature its latest AI features.