Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review: It Smooths Out the Rough Edges

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The PetaPixel team flew back to San Jose, California for 2025's Samsung Unpacked event ready to review the new Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphone as a tool for creators. Although all the new S25 phones feature a brand new Snapdragon 8 Elite 3nm processor and similar AI-based tools, it is the $1,299 Ultra which has the latest camera hardware that we want to focus on.

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RadioShack Not Only Still Exists, It Sells Suspiciously Cheap SD Cards

RadioShack, once a ubiquitous American electronics store, filed for bankruptcy and shuttered all of its brick and mortar US locations way back in 2017. For most Americans, the brand appeared to die but that isn't entirely true: it shifted its efforts online where it now sells some suspiciously cheap SD cards emblazoned with the company's branding.

Enter to Win the PetaPixel’s New Year, New Gear Giveaway

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We’re excited to announce the "New Year, New Gear Giveaway”! We’ve partnered with some outstanding brands to offer an incredible prize package. One lucky winner will receive a collection of 11 diverse and unique photography gear and products.