Android is changing as Google narrows the gap to iPhone. For many longtime Android users, these changes will land badly as their phones lock down for the first time. But for the vast majority it will help them keep safe. As far as Google might be going on this catch-up mission, Samsung is about go much further.

Buying a smart home product today means checking which ecosystems it works with by looking for the little “Works with Apple Home” or “Works with Google” badge on the package. Matter was supposed to get rid of those because if a product works with Matter,

The tech giants agree to put more trust in the Matter smart home standard and its interoperability testing results, which could mean faster product development cycles.

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has announced that Samsung and Google phones will receive Qi2 wireless charging support, the answer to Apple's MagSafe charging, in 2025.The Latest Tech News, Deliv

The two companies are joining forces to create a 3D audio format that beats out Dolby in one major way: No licensing fees.

Samsung and Google are ready to push a new standard, Eclipsa Audio. This format will enable 3D audio experiences on certain YouTube videos later this year, with support available across Samsung’s 2025 lineup of TVs and soundbars.

Samsung confirms the first Galaxy phones with Qi2 support will launch in 2025. Google is working with the Wireless Power Consortium to develop Qi v.2.2 with its own fast-charging technology. The WPC is also introducing a "Qi2 Ready" branding that enables phones and accessories to deliver the Qi2 experience when paired together.

Samsung and Google have created Eclipsa Audio, a new 3D audio technology that will be available on all 2025 Samsung TVs and soundbars.

For years, Dolby Atmos has been the dominant force in 3D audio, known for its immersive surround sound that makes it feel as though sounds are

Samsung is creating a Dolby Atmos rival in Eclipsa Audio format- a royalty-free 3D audio technology - developed in partnership with Google.

Major players in the smart home market have signed onto a universal certification process for third-party smart devices.

In a recent press release, the Wireless Power Consortium announced an acceleration in Android devices supporting Qi2 in 2025. This includes a quote from Samsung that states, "The exceptional Qi2 growth story will continue in 2025. You can expect to see Android devices supporting Qi2 from Samsung Galaxy devices in 2025"