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Full written notes, in English — the Samsung DeX series, device reviews, camera guides and phone-reuse projects. Everything published on the site, now in one board.

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Samsung DeX: The Complete Guide (2026)

The whole Samsung DeX series in one hub — what it is, which phones support it, how to connect, and how to fix it when it won't work.

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What is Samsung DeX (and why it makes your Galaxy do so much more)

The mode that turns a Galaxy into a desktop on a TV or monitor — what it is, how to connect by cable or Wi-Fi, and why it revives old phones.

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Which Galaxy phones and tablets support Samsung DeX (full list)

The official list of DeX-compatible Galaxy devices — and the similar-sounding models that were left out.

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Why won't DeX/HDMI connect? (troubleshooting guide)

DeX won't start on your TV or monitor? The most common connection failures in one place — and what to do about each.

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How to choose the right cable or adapter for Samsung DeX (and what to avoid)

Not every USB-C cable carries video. What to check before buying a cable or hub for DeX — and what to avoid.

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In China, they've turned a Galaxy Z Flip 5 into a TV box

A screenless Z Flip 5 with a cooler and HDMI, running One UI 7 on the TV with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 — how it's built and whether it's worth it.

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Can I use Samsung DeX on the living room TV?

DeX opens in desktop mode, with windows and a cursor — the settings that turn that interface into a media center for the living room TV.

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To the Ones Forgotten in the Drawer: Give Your Old Android New Life (2026 Guide)

A Galaxy S8 forgotten in a drawer, a fresh ROM after eight years, and a reflection on making devices last.

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Samsung camera: Expert RAW or Pro Mode on your Galaxy S23 Ultra

RAW vs JPG, DNG, pixel binning and the f1.7 aperture explained — and which mode to use in each situation.

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GCam guide: your Android deserves this option

What GCam is, why there are so many versions of the APK and how to install it with a config file.

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Soundcore Life Q30: Still Worth It After 2 Years? (Review)

Anker's noise-cancelling headphones: up to 60h of battery, balanced sound and the Soundcore app — worth it?

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Amazfit Bip 6: the entry-level smartwatch that delivers more than it charges

A bright AMOLED screen, 8 days of battery and reliable sensors — usage review and who it's for.

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What can the Galaxy S8 still do?

The drawer S8 is back: TV mode, 4K, launcher and mirroring. A record of the tests and the phone's real limits.

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Galaxy S23 Ultra: You Don't Need the Latest 2026 Release

3 years on, the 2023 flagship still delivers: AMOLED display, One UI 8.5 performance and versatile cameras — a usage opinion.

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Android or iPhone? Think About How You Use It Before Choosing

One may be better as a tool, the other as a media device. Knowing your real needs can help you avoid switching too soon. It's worth doing the research.

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