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There always are new smartphones launched each year, but most of them don't get as much attention that the new iPhone or the Galaxy/Note receives. Sure, there are other successful and reputable smartphone brands such as Huawei, OnePlus, and the Pixel, but Apple and Samsung consistently steal the show. With their premium build and software, the iPhone and Galaxy dominate the smartphone market with advanced features that distinguish them from their competitors, such as Face ID and the Infinity Display. However, that does come at an expensive price as it appears that smartphones are starting to embrace the $1000 selling point, with the iPhone X initiating this new era and the Note 9 being the latest to join that trend. That doesn't hint a desirable future as other smartphone makers may eventually pursue that same route. However, the best way to appeal to the majority is through affordable phones that still house some of the best features of the premium phone. Apple hopes to ac...

Samsung's Unpacked event revealed new technologies and flagships on August 9 that display the company's competence in hardware (but not software). It showcased three new products, some of which were leaked and expected, and some that surprised the audience. Here is a breakdown of what was new: Galaxy Note 9 Through many leaks and reports, the structure of the Galaxy Note 9 was predicted before its official unveiling. It is an upgrade from the Galaxy Note 8, featuring same shape and display, but there are notable improvements from the Note 8. The Note 9 emphasizes productivity, and its upgrades from the previous generation clearly illustrate this ambition. For example, the Note 9 comes with a larger battery of 4000mAh to accommodate the larger display and 512GB of internal storage, which added with a 512GB microSD card, will give the phone an insane storage of 1TB. The already-excellent camera is improved by including AI capabilities. For example, its Scene Optimizer...