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.

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.

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:

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

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

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