Samsung unveils Galaxy Z TriFold

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Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold, its most advanced multi-folding phone yet. The device features a double-folding mechanism that opens to reveal an expansive 10-inch display, the largest screen ever on a Galaxy phone. This unique form factor is designed to provide the ultimate balance between phone-like portability and tablet-level productivity, with Samsung positioning it as the shape of what’s next in the mobile AI era.

At just 3.9mm at its thinnest point when unfolded, the Z TriFold promises flagship performance. It is powered by the customized Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform for Galaxy, features a high-resolution 200-megapixel camera, and includes a 5,600mAh three-cell battery system. Structural innovation, including an advanced Armor FlexHinge and reinforced display materials, ensures durability and a minimal gap when closed. 

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Netflix no longer allows mobile device casting on newer TVs

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Netflix is dropping support for casting to TVs using mobile devices. The only way to access the feature is if you're using older Chromecast devices or on a TV that supports Google Cast. You also need to have an ad-free plan on the streaming service. If you have a Google TV Streamer, Chromecast with Google TV, or an Android TV-powered television, the option may no longer be available on the Netflix app.

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OnePlus 15R to run on Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

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OnePlus confirmed that the upcoming OnePlus 15R will be the first smartphone launching globally to feature the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 mobile platform. The device, which is part of the OnePlus R series that's focused on performance and high-end gaming, is set for a full unveiling on December 17.

The new Snapdragon chipset, refined in collaboration with OnePlus, promises significant performance boosts, including a 36% increase in CPU performance, an 11% increase in GPU performance, and up to 46% improved artificial intelligence performance over the previous generation. 

Valve Steam Machine is expected to cost like a PC

Source: ValveAlongside the launch of the new Steam Frame VR, Valve introduced a console-style product to make it easier to access Steam games. The Steam Machine is a cube-shaped device that lets you play PC games on your TV. It supports 4K gaming at 60 frames per second using FSR technology and runs on AMD hardware. It is also designed to support cloud gaming and connect with devices, like Valve's own Steam Deck.

However, do not expect the console-like device to have a console-like price. Linus Sebastian of Linus Tech Tips said in a recent episode of the WAN Show that executives from Valve told him the device won't have a "console price," which is around US$500 or roughly CA$705. "Nobody said anything, but the energy of the room wasn't great," Linus said.

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