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Samsung faces criticism over Qi2 claims amid Galaxy device deals

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Samsung is facing criticism for implying its Galaxy phones support Qi2 magnetic charging technology, despite not including the necessary built-in magnets. The company is promoting new accessories that leverage magnetic alignment, leading to confusion for consumers. Meanwhile, deals are available on various Samsung devices, including the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, and other tech products like the ExpertBook and Surface Pro. AI

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RANK_REASON The cluster discusses consumer confusion regarding a product feature and ongoing sales, which falls under commentary on consumer tech.

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Samsung faces criticism over Qi2 claims amid Galaxy device deals

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Samsung keeps pretending Galaxy phones have Qi2 magnets with new accessories Samsung insists its Galaxy phones work with magnetic accessories, or at least that’

    Samsung keeps pretending Galaxy phones have Qi2 magnets with new accessories Samsung insists its Galaxy phones work with magnetic accessories, or at least that’s the vibe you’ll get scrolling through the company’s store. Despite its latest release yet again skipping built-in Qi2 …

    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/samsung-keeps-pretending… 9to5google.com/…/samsung-android-17-faile…
  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Deals: Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 up to $300 off, ExpertBook all-time low, Surface Pro 2-in-1 up to $470 off, more Joining the ongoing Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra,

    Deals: Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 up to $300 off, ExpertBook all-time low, Surface Pro 2-in-1 up to $470 off, more Joining the ongoing Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 with up to $1,230 off via an instant trade-in credit, FREE $200 Samsung credit, and a chance to land Galaxy W…

    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/deals-galaxy-watch-ultra…

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