“Euphoria” reinvents itself in Season 3, but it can’t escape its worst instincts. The season premieres April 12 on HBO and HBO Max.
Zagreb Launches Europe’s First Commercial Robotaxi Service
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Amazon’s Smart Thermostat can help lower your energy bills, and it’s down to $62
With temperatures on the rise and Earth Day right around the corner, nowâs a good time to invest in a smart thermostat if you havenât already. A good one like Amazonâs Smart Thermostat can help reduce energy use and lower your bills without sacrificing comfort, and right now itâs just $61.99 ($18 off) at Amazon. […]
Meta Reenters AI Race with New Model Muse Spark
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display Function Exposes a Major Vulnerability
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is an impressive smartphone. While it may not offer significant upgrades over last year’s Samsung flagship, the S25 Ultra — with the primary enhancement being the advanced Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor designed for Galaxy devices. Nevertheless, it introduces a feature that’s catching attention in the tech world: the Privacy Display capability of the S26 Ultra.
There have always been methods to shield your phone screen from onlookers, so the idea itself isn’t novel. However, in contrast to third-party screen protectors, this feature is integrated into the device itself, allowing you to toggle it on or off at your convenience. It can even be activated for particular apps or sections of your display, such as selectively hiding notifications.
The Privacy Display of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra represents a significant advancement for the smartphone market, though it has its limitations: activating the Privacy Display slightly reduces its visual clarity at certain viewing angles. A noticeable variance exists in screen appearance before and after enabling Privacy Display regarding brightness and pixel sharpness. However, even when Privacy Display is turned off, the screen remains marginally dimmer in comparison to other Samsung devices, including last year’s Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Understanding the Functionality of the Samsung S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display
When your smartphone screen displays an image, every pixel emits light at a broad angle, enabling visibility from various directions. The Privacy Display of the S26 Ultra functions at a hardware level whereby activating the mode alters the physical behavior of the pixels. The S26 Ultra’s display consists of two types of pixels: standard wide pixels that can be seen from any angle and specialized focus pixels that emit light straight ahead. When Privacy Display is activated, all wide pixels are deactivated, allowing only the other set of pixels to operate.
Unfortunately, this results in some drawbacks even when the feature is not in use. This is due to half of the pixels on the device’s screen having subpar viewing angles. Even with Privacy Display turned off, the S26 Ultra appears dimmer when viewed from certain angles because it effectively
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold Makes an Unexpected Return
The Galaxy Z TriFold is set to return to Samsung stores beginning April 10.
Essential information
- Samsung will replenish its stock of the Galaxy Z TriFold in the U.S. starting April 10 through online channels and selected retail locations.
- This will be the final opportunity to purchase the tri-fold phone as it is being phased out after this sale.
- Though Samsung has not stated the reason for ceasing production, factors such as high costs and low demand are likely involved.
If you were planning to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and thought it was unavailable for good, you’re in luck, since Samsung has officially declared that it will be restocked and available for sale in the U.S. shortly.
Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy Z TriFold will return to the market in the U.S. starting Friday, April 10, 2026. The tri-fold phone will be accessible via Samsung’s online store and selected experience stores, according to the company.
For those interested in offline purchases, it will be offered at locations including Los Cerritos Center (Cerritos, CA), Mall of America (Bloomington, MN), Queens Center (Elmhurst, NY), Roosevelt Field (Garden City, NY), The Americana at Brand (Glendale, CA), The Galleria (Houston, TX), and Stonebriar Centre (Frisco, TX).
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Current Offers: 24GB M5 MacBook Air Slashed by $150, 16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Cut by $199, Black Apple USB-C Cables in Stock, and More
### Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break: Significant Offers on Apple Items
In this edition of 9to5Toys Lunch Break, we bring attention to notable reductions on Apple’s recent offerings, such as the M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, in addition to deals on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and uncommon black USB-C cables.
#### Midnight 24GB M5 MacBook Air with 1TB Storage at Unmatched Price
For those searching for a new laptop, the Midnight 24GB M5 MacBook Air with 1TB storage is currently offered at a record low of **$1,349**, showcasing a **$150 reduction** from its standard price of **$1,499**. This offer is available for both the Midnight and Sky Blue editions, while the Silver and Starlight options are discounted by **$149**. Furthermore, the 15-inch M5 MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM is also experiencing the same **$150 price cut**.
The base-level 16GB models are now starting at **$949**, making it an ideal time for shoppers in search of a robust yet reasonably priced Apple laptop.
#### Apple’s Upcoming 2026 Edition 16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro Offers
The 2026 M5 Pro MacBook Pro series is also featuring considerable savings, with discounts reaching **$199 off**. The 14-inch versions are being sold for **$150 off**, while the larger 16-inch units start at **$949**. The configurations comprise options with 24GB/2TB and 48GB/1TB setups, each equipped with a 20-core GPU.
#### Uncommon Discounts on Genuine Black Apple USB-C Cables
In addition to laptops, there are uncommon offers on genuine black Apple Woven USB-C cables, beginning at just above **$7** each in multi-pack options. These cables are generally challenging to acquire and are being sold at a notable discount through Woot, which is offering them in bulk.
#### Apple Watch Ultra 3 Price Reductions
For those passionate about smartwatches, Amazon has the Apple Watch Ultra 3 available at nearly **$100 off**, with starting prices from **$699.99**. This represents one of the lowest prices recorded since the watch’s debut, presenting a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to buy a high-end wearable.
### Conclusion
With these significant reductions on a variety of Apple products, this is an excellent moment for consumers to consider upgrading their tech. Whether in search of a powerful laptop, a smartwatch, or accessories, today’s offerings provide substantial savings and value.
