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Best answer: No. Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag does not support UltraWide Band (UWB). However, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ is now available, which features UWB technology. The regular version of the SmartTag only supports Bluetooth LE.

Samsung SmartTags is Samsung’s answer to Tile

At Samsung Unpacked, Samsung unveiled its new Galaxy SmartTags, which are small, battery-powered trackable tags similar to many other Bluetooth trackers out there. You attach them to clothes, personal items, or pet collars. You can use the Samsung SmartThings Find app to locate them.

Samsung offers two different versions of the Galaxy SmartTags. Regular SmartTags are available starting now and cost $30. Plus, In addition to bundling the Galaxy SmartTag with every Galaxy S21 pre-order, you can purchase the tracker separately from several different retailers. After waiting a few months, Samsung finally released the Galaxy SmartTag+, which sports the UltraWide Band (UWB) technology. This is also available from…

The best Nokia phones are aimed at the budget and mid-tier segments. Nokia devices feature a classic industrial design and clean software in the form of Android One, ensuring no bloatware and fast updates. The Nokia 7.2 continues to lead the pack, and Nokia has plenty of other options that are just as exciting. Here are some of our favorites to get you started.

Do everything

Nokia 7.2 – Android 9.0 Pie – 128 GB

Staff Pick

The Nokia 7.2 is still one of the best options if you want a value-focused phone. It has great hardware in the form of a Snapdragon 660 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and you get a 48-megapixel camera at the back and 20-megapixel shooter up front. The 6.3-inch FHD+ display has HDR10, there’s a 3,500mAh battery, and the phone also has a 3.5mm jack.

From $275 at Amazon

A new budget option

Nokia 5.3 with 64GB

The Nokia 5.3 is an exciting budget device that is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset. You get reliable performance for most day-to-day …

There are a lot of reasons why you would want to find the best external keyboard for your Android tablet. Your Android tablet is a great little consumption device that lets you take in streaming movies and play a few games. But tablets fall short of being true productivity machines due to one thing. Tablets need keyboards for good content creation. After considering all the keyboards that are out there, we can confidently say that the Logitech K380 multi-device Bluetooth keyboard is the best out there. Between the price, convenience, and a great typing experience, you’ll do well. Plus, if you have another use-case in mind, there are plenty of other options to choose from.

Best Overall: Logitech K380

Logitech is one of the big names in computer peripherals, mice and keyboards included. So it’s no wonder that a Logitech keyboard ended up being our favorite. This keyboard combines a great typing experience with multiple connectivity options and portability for the best on-the-go exp…

Not quite ultra

Samsung Galaxy S21+

$1,000 at Samsung

Pros

Great design
Gorgeous screen
120 Hz dynamic refresh rate
Huge battery

Cons

Limited to FHD+ resolution
Limited optical zoom

The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a great phone in 2021. The Snapdragon 888 processor, the large gorgeous display, and the great camera setup all combine into one of the best phones you can buy in 2021.

Not quite max

Apple iPhone 12 Pro

$999 at Amazon

Pros

It just works
Beautiful design
Great screen

Cons

60hz refresh rate
Gigantic notch
No fingerprint scanner

Apple’s flagship phones this year come loaded for bear with Apple’s latest A14 processor, a great screen, and a great camera with amazing video capture. Apple took a page from its iPhone 4 design language with a much more squared-off design that gives it a classic look and the Pacific blue finish is just gorgeous.

On the surface, the decision of whether to buy an iPhone 12 Pro or a Samsung Galaxy S21+ seems straightfo…

Best answer: No. The Galaxy S9 is a fine a phone and can hold its own in 2021 thanks to its solid specs, great screen, and updated software that gets you to Android 10. If you already own one, it should be fine this year, but just barely. It’s getting old, and Samsung’s budget flagship from 2020, Samsung Galaxy s20 FE, blows it out of the water.

Should you buy a Galaxy S9 in 2021?

Every year, Samsung refreshes its lineup of premium phones, and 2021 is no different. The Samsung Galaxy S21 series of phones is amazing in so many ways — definitely among the best Android phones available today — but those phones start with the Galaxy S21 at $800 and go up from there. So you start looking for alternatives and you find out that the Samsung Galaxy S9 is still available from Samsung.

Since being released in March 2018, discounts have brought the Galaxy S9 down to about $500. That’s a whole lot less than the newest phones, so it’s pretty tempting. But that’s where the Samsung Galaxy S20…

The LG V30 is still a pretty enticing phone, and whether you just recently bought it or have been rocking it since it first came out, there’s one thing we can all agree on — it’s a phone that needs a case. The glass back may look great, but it’s also a slippery mess that’s just asking to be shattered at any given moment. Need some recommendations on what case you should buy? Here are our favorites.

Clearly Great

Egalo Clear TPU Case

Staff pick

We love clear cases here because you get the best of both worlds. You get to enjoy the design and beauty that LG built into this phone, and you get protection from drops and scrapes. Sure, this isn’t the toughest case on the block, but you get to keep your phone safe while still enjoying how great it is.

$7 at Amazon

Ready for anything

SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro

For those of you reading this that have come to terms with the fact that you’re a butterfingers, you’ll want to turn your attention to SUPCASE. This super-rugged des…

A step forward

Samsung Galaxy S20+

$705 at Amazon

Pros

SD and MST support
120hz refresh rate
Gorgeous QHD Display

Cons

Older processor
Fewer storage options
Smaller battery

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ was a powerhouse upon its release and had a price tag to match. With that, you got a beautiful QHD display, SD card support, MST for mobile payments, and a huge battery. This phone is still a great buy today.

A Step back

Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus

$1,000 at Samsung

Pros

Cheaper at introduction
Bigger Battery
Better Processor
Brighter Screen
Dynamic Refresh Rate

Cons

FHD+ resolution
No upgrade in Camera
Flat screen

The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a better processor, and there are more storage options, but the upgrades to this phone over its predecessor are minimal. One big upgrade is the price, which Samsung lowered for this generation of devices. But Samsung had to make some sacrifices to get there.

Typically, year after year, we see gradual improvements in a…

Best answer: No. Samsung’s SmartTag does not support UltraWide Band (UWB). However, Samsung SmartTag Plus is due out later this year will support UWB tech. The regular version of the SmartTag only supports Bluetooth LE.

Location tracker: Samsung SmartTag ($30 at Samsung)
Samsung’s finest: Samsung Galaxy S21 ($800 at Samsung)

Samsung SmartTags are Samsung’s answer to Tile

At Samsung Unpacked, Samsung unveiled its new SmartTags, which are small, battery-powered trackable tags similar to many other Bluetooth trackers out there. You attach them to clothes, personal items, or pet collars. You can use the Samsung SmartThings Find app to locate them.

Samsung will eventually have two different SmartTags. Regular SmartTags are available starting January 29th and cost $30. Plus, Samsung will be bundling in a SmartTag with every pre-order of the Galaxy S21 line. If you want UWB, you’ll have to wait until the SmartTag Plus comes out later this year at $40.

What are the differences?

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