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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be a tough balancing act, but having the right tools, like a fitness app, can help you stay motivated and on the right track. The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels has plenty of expert advice that you can carry around in your pocket at all times. Right now new users can get $300 off a lifetime membership to The Fitness App at StackSocial, which brings the price down to just $150. If you’re looking to prioritize your health and wellness, this is a great offer worth taking advantage of — but be quick, as this deal expires Jan. 2.

The app has audio-only workouts for indoor and outside exercise, audio-only meditations for focus and mental well-being, an advanced meal planner system and access to fitness expert Jillian Michaels’ DVD collection. You can follow along with over 1,000 workout exercises, all shot in HD. Whether you’re looking for an advanced workout, you want the bare-bones basics or you’re somewhere in the middle, this app has the workout you need. You can swap out exercises and even ban ones that don’t work for you, and you can adjust transitiontime and target which places you want to tone.

Have your own exercise equipment at home? You can select workouts that use what you have. Features like Beat Sync mean that your workout can adjust to the pace of the music you’re listening to, making it easier to stay engaged and draw inspiration from your favorite soundtrack on the road to your better self. And with lifetime access, this investment will be a tool you can always rely on as you improve your overall health and wellness.

And if you want to invest in other great workout tools, be sure to check out our roundups of the latest Apple Watch deals and best Fitbit deals currently available.

With the holidays in the rearview, there may still be a few things lingering on your wish list. If you’ve been wanting to snag a new set of headphones or earbuds, a quality Bluetooth speaker or even a soundbar for your entertainment space, you won’t want to miss this deal. Right now Bose has tons of markdowns on top audio ahead of the new year, with prices starting at just $99. You can save up to $150 on select items from Bose with year-end deals. Just keep in mind that most of these deals will expire tonight, so be sure to make your purchase sooner rather than later if you don’t want to miss out.

If you’re looking for a solid pair of headphones that will last all day, the best new noise-canceling headphones you can get is a pair of Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones. They won an Editors’ Choice Award for 2023 and offer excellent sound quality and voice-calling performance. Regularly $429, they’re available for just $379 right now. That’s a $50 savings. And if you prefer earbuds, the best model you can get for noise-canceling is a pair of Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds. They’re also $50 less right now, bringing the cost to just $249.

There are plenty of other audio options worth checking out as well. You can save $30 on our favorite mini Bluetooth speaker, the Bose SoundLink Flex. It’s just $119 right now and is a great option for all of your parties and get-togethers. Or you can revamp your entertainment space with $100 off the Bose Smart Soundbar 600 with Dolby Atmos and built-in Alexa, bringing the price to $399. And you can upgrade even further with the Bose Base Module 500. It’s a whopping $150 off right now, which brings the cost down to $349.

Not finding the exact fit for your needs and budget? Take a look at our roundup of the best earbuds and headphones deals happening now to see all the best options currently available.

If you’re looking for a way to boost the security and privacy of your online activities, you might be thinking about using a VPN.

VPNs, or virtual private networks, are designed to do just that. A good VPN routes your internet traffic through a secure server, which hides your IP address, encrypts your traffic and keeps your personal data away from prying eyes.

Those capabilities have made the software popular with everyone from human rights activists to regular people just looking to stream blacked-out sporting events or other TV programs.

There are countless VPN options out there ready for download, including some you don’t need to pay for, but experts you really need to think before installing anything that’s being given away free of charge, as well as educate yourself about the possible risks that come with them.

In this story, we’ll cover the potential pitfalls you face when using a free VPN, including slower speeds and your data being collected and sold, and we’ll also show you why there is one free option that you should consider.

If you want to learn more about VPNs, check out our review of ExpressVPN, our Editors’ Choice for Best VPN, and how Express stacks up against NordVPN.

Limited features

Free VPNs typically offer a basic set of features that may not be sufficient to meet your privacy and security needs. They often lack advanced features, such as split tunneling, which splits your internet traffic and sends some of it through your VPN and the rest through an open network, and the ability to bypass geo-restrictions for streaming, in case you want to route your traffic through another country. These limitations can significantly affect your online experience and may not provide the level of protection you’re looking for.

Weak encryption

One of the primary reasons for using a VPN is to benefit from the strong encryption protocols that keep your data secure. However, many free VPNs employ weak or outdated encryption protocols like PPTP, which can leave you vulnerable to cyber threats, data theft and more.

Data caps

Free VPNs typically impose limits, restricting the amount of data you can transfer through their service. If you’re a heavy user — watching high-quality videos, for example, or streaming games — this can be particularly problematic. You may reach the data cap quicker than you like, and you won’t be able to fully use the VPN until the data cycle starts over, which is usually every month.

Slow speeds

When a VPN is free, you’ll be sure to find users flocking to use the service. That can lead to servers being overcrowded, which slows down connection speeds and ends up in high latency and frequent buffering. This will have a major impact on your browsing, streaming and gaming experiences. Although all VPNs will slow your speeds somewhat, the dip in speeds will be largely unnoticeable if you use a fast VPN.

Limited server options

This may not sound like a major issue at first, but having fewer servers to choose from can cause a free VPN to struggle to provide you with a reliable and fast connection. That also makes it more difficult for you to access geo-restricted content.

Data collection

Many free VPNs generate revenue by collecting and selling your browsing data to third parties, which weirdly defeats the purpose of using a VPN to protect your privacy. Data collection like this can result in targeted ads, privacy breaches and even identity theft, and that isn’t worth using the free VPN.

Ads and pop-ups

Aside from your data, free VPNs rely on advertisements to make money. As a result, you may be bombarded with intrusive ads and pop-ups while using the service, which can be pretty annoying.

Malware

Some of the more unknown and less reputable free VPNs could have malware hidden in their software, posing a risk to your device and personal data. If you download a potentially malicious VPN, you’re compromising your security and making yourself susceptible to hacking or data theft.

However, there is one free option you should consider

Developed by the same team behind encrypted email service ProtonMail, ProtonVPN offers a free plan that doesn’t have data caps, impose speed limits or shove advertisements in your face. It does have limitations, like limited servers and support for only a single device, but ProtonVPN does provide the strong encryption you may be looking for to prevent your ISP from tracking your browsing — without spending money. It’s the only free VPN that CNET endorses using because it’s the only one that avoids all the problems we’ve mentioned.

Check out our review of ProtonVPN.

Fluency in a second (or third) language is a useful skill to have, and if you’ve been considering investing in a program in the new year, now’s a great time to make the leap. Whether you’re an avid traveler or seeking connection with people from around the world, or you just enjoy learning, you’ll find a wide variety of online language programs these days that can help you practice from anywhere, all at your own pace. Babbel is our favorite language learning app for people who prefer an online school-type experience, and right now StackSocial is offering subscriptions with unlimited access for just $160. That knocks a whopping $439 off the lifetime license, which includes all 14 language programs. This deal expires Jan. 1, so be sure to get your order in soon if you don’t want to miss out on these savings.

Babbel’s extensive language software includes Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Swedish, Indonesian, Portuguese and more. The lessons are short and to the point, allowing you to practice in 10- to 15-minute intervals that can fit into any schedule. Real-life topics include travel, family, business, food and others. There are also a variety of skill levels available, ranging from beginner to advanced, so the program can grow with you as you improve.

The speech-recognition technology will give you immediate feedback on pronunciation, so you don’t just learn to read and write but how to listen and speak, as well. You’ll also get personalized review sessions to reinforce what you’ve learned. The program works across desktop and mobile devices. And though the internet is required most of the time, there is also an offline mode available where you can access courses, lessons and reviews without Wi-Fi, so long as you download them beforehand. Babbel also syncs your progress across your devices so that you can jump in from wherever is most convenient.

Becoming fluent in a new language is a great way to stay engaged in learning, and the transferable skills you gain can open a lot of doors for leisure, work and beyond. Note that while you can access this program on as many devices as you want, this subscription offer is available only for new users.

Babbel is a great value when compared with other online courses, especially with this current discount. So whether you’re a lifelong learner or just want to pick up some basics for your globetrotting adventures, this is a solid deal.

Read more: 11 Items to Add to Your Travel Checklist for a Smooth Trip

If you’re trying to cut some costs to make up for holiday spending, you can start with the many subscriptions you might have. For instance, if you’re paying for streaming app subscriptions like Amazon Prime, Netflix, Spotify, Hulu and Disney Plus, or more practical things like AppleCare, it’s time to start tracking the things you actively use.

We’ll show you how to find all the monthly services you’re paying for on your mobile device, whether it’s via the Apple Store on your iPhone or via Google Play on Android, and how to cancel the ones you no longer want.

If you’re looking to save money in other ways, check out 10 ways to save on streaming services and how to save on TV streaming with these simple tricks.

Find and cancel your subscriptions on your iPhone

You can find all your monthly subscriptions from the Apple Store in a couple of places on your iPhone, but the easiest is through your settings. To do this, launch the Settings application, tap on your name at the top and then hit Subscriptions in the first section. Here you’ll see a list of all the active (and inactive) subscriptions that you’ve signed up for from apps you downloaded from the App Store.

Under Active, you’ll see all the subscriptions you’re currently paying, with the following information: app or service name, short description, next bill date and cost. To cancel an active subscription, tap on the subscription, hit the red Cancel Subscription button at the bottom of the page and then tap Confirm in the pop-up that appears.

For most subscriptions, you’ll still be able to access the paid services until the end of your billing period. However, some apps won’t let you continue using the service, so you’ll have to read the fine print to see what happens if you cancel. Once it’s canceled, the subscription will remain in the active section but will show, in red text, when it’s expiring.

Find and cancel your subscriptions on your Android

Unlike iOS, Android runs on devices from various brands, such as Samsung, Google and Motorola, but luckily all these versions of Android all have the Google Play Store, and so finding and canceling your monthly subscriptions is similar no matter what phone you’re using.

To find all your subscriptions, launch the Play Store application, tap your profile picture or first name initial that appears on the top-right and go to Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions. Here you’ll see a list of your active and inactive subscriptions.

If you want to cancel a subscription, tap it and then hit the green Cancel subscription button. The Play Store may ask you to consider other cheaper subscriptions and also to give a reason as to why you’re canceling. Accept any prompts to continue until you see a fully green Cancel subscription button. Hit it and your subscription will be canceled, but you should still have access to it until the end of your billing period.

Apple launched the latest and greatest iPhones — the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro Max — over three months ago, and you’ve probably heard about iPhone 15 features like NameDrop, which lets you share contact info by moving your phones close together, and StandBy Mode, which turns your phone into a smart display.

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max have a few special new hardware features that you should know about to make the most of your new phone, including five amazing cameras, a new action button and charging at USB 3.0 speeds.

Read more: Best iPhone 15 Deals

If you haven’t had time to explore the features that are exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max, there’s no time like the present. We’ve highlighted three Pro and Pro Max exclusive features that you’ll definitely want to set up, configure and put to use. If you’re looking to get the most out of your new iPhone 15 Pro or 15 Pro Max, here’s what you need to know.

1. Set up the new action button

The action button is one of the biggest changes to the iPhone hardware in a long time, replacing the ring/silent switch that’s been around since the very first iPhone model. Instead of just toggling between ring and switch modes the action can be customized to do things like turn on your flashlight, record a voice memo and run a shortcut.

Read more: Use Your iPhone 15 Pro’s New Action Button for More Than One Thing

In Settings > Action Button, swipe through the various actions you want the action button to perform when pressed. These are the actions you have available:

• Silent Mode (default): Switch between silent and ring mode.
• Focus: Turn on your main Focus mode, like Do Not Disturb.
• Flashlight: Turn on your rear flashlight.
• Voice Memo: Record an audio note.
• Magnifier: Use your camera as a magnifying glass.
• Shortcut: Trigger a shortcut you’ve downloaded or created.
• Accessibility: Use an accessibility feature of your choosing.
• No action

If you see arrows below an action, that means there are additional options. To assign an action to the button, simply swipe and stay on the action in your settings. When you’re finished, exit the settings page.

2. Change the default camera lens when you open your camera

The default main camera on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max is the 24mm lens, which is equivalent to 1x zoom. It’s your standard lens, but if you always find yourself zooming in a tiny bit when you’re snapping a photograph, you can change over to a different default lens for the main camera.

In Settings > Camera > Main Camera, choose between the three main lenses:

• 24mm – 1x (default)
• 28mm – 1.2x
• 35mm – 1.5x

The next time you open your main camera, your camera will start at whatever new focal length you choose, whether it’s 1.2x or 1.5x. If you want to swap between lenses, tap the main camera zoom control to manually switch between 24mm, 28mm and 35mm. You can also press and hold down on the control and drag the slider for more precise control.

3. Take advantage of the iPhone 15 Pro’s USB-C 3.0 speeds

The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus both have a USB-C port, but the two models support the same USB 2.0 speeds as prior iPhone models with a Lightning port, which is 480 megabits per second. The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max on the other hand also have USB-C ports, but they support USB 3.0 speeds, which is 10 gigabits per second — making it 20 times faster.

What does this all mean for you? First, you’ll need a USB-C cable that supports 3.0 speeds. The USB-C cable that comes with your iPhone only supports 2.0 speeds, so you’ll need to buy an additional cable (like this one on Amazon).

Now that you have the correct cable, you can quickly transfer data between your iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. If you’re transferring data from iTunes to your iPhone, and vice versa, that should be quicker. It works for really any files being transferred out of your iPhone, especially to a flash drive; that’ll also be faster.

Apple also has a page highlighting that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max can support recording ProRes video (high-quality lossy video compression format) directly to an external storage device, at up to 4K at 60 frames per second. It’s a niche feature, but if you’re a cinematographer or a video editor, shooting in ProRes gives you better detail and color depth that you can color grade later on without losing quality. Having it directly recorded to an external storage device saves space and time, allowing you to connect the SD directly to your computer without having to transfer it from your iPhone first.

If you want to cultivate more quality time with your loved ones without leaving the comfort of your own home or — in better weather — your own backyard, a portable home movie projector is probably already on your list. Right now, one of our favorite portable movie projector brands, Xgimi, is having an end-of-the-year sale, where you can save up to 42% off at Amazon as well as on the Xgimi site.

Amazon offers a wide variety plus reliable shipping from Prime, so it’s an easy choice to shop for these projectors at Amazon, but the Xgimi site is offering many of the same deals. For example, you’ll find the Xgimi Horizon Pro on sale at Amazon for $1,100, a 35% discount on the regular Amazon price of $1,699. The same projector is listed on Xgimi’s site on sale for $1,099, down from its list price of $1,899. Either way, you save a bundle.

At the time of this writing, the Halo Plus, which was ranked by CNET’s experts as the best 1080p home projector, was unavailable at Amazon, however, you can nab it for $200 off the regular retail price at Xgimi’s site, making it just $649. Add to your new projector some of the best home theater speakers available, and you’ll soon have your own living room tricked out for an epic movie night.

Even if you’ve never used Windows 11 before, you can quickly boot up the computer and easily use it to surf the web, watch videos and play music. All you really need is your mouse to get to where you need — but if you want to be a Windows power user, and not just a Windows novice, you need to know keyboard shortcuts.

In this story we’ll cover the most important keyboard shortcuts for Windows 11, many of which carry over from Windows 10 and earlier versions of Microsoft’s operating system. That includes the basics, like copying highlighted items and undoing a previous action, as well as lesser-known shortcuts, like snapping an active window into place.

You don’t need to know all of them, but there are likely a handful here that you’ll want to employ in your Windows workflow to improve your overall productivity. And if you want to check out more on Windows 11, here are nine hidden Windows 11 features and how to make Windows 11 act more like Windows 10.

Windows 11 shortcut basics

To start, here are the ones you’ll use most often.

• Ctrl + A: Select all items in a window.

• Ctrl + C or Ctrl + Insert: Copy selected or highlighted item (text, images and so on).

• Ctrl + V or Shift + Insert: Paste selected or highlighted item.

• Ctrl + X: Cut selected or highlighted item.

• Ctrl + Z: Undo previous action.

• Ctrl + Y: Redo action.

• Ctrl + N: When File Explorer is your current window, open a new File Explorer window with the same folder path as the current window.

• Windows key + F1: Open “how to get help in windows” Bing search in default browser.

• Alt + F4: Close the current app or window.

• Alt + Tab: Switch between open apps or windows.

• Shift + Delete: Delete selected item permanently (skip the Recycle Bin).

Start menu and taskbar

You can use these keyboard shortcuts to open, close and otherwise control the Start menu and the taskbar.

• Windows key or Ctrl + Esc: Open Start menu.
• Windows key + X: Open the secret Start menu.
• Windows key + T: Cycle through the apps (including pinned apps) on the taskbar.
• Windows key + [Number]: Open the app pinned in the [number] position on the taskbar. For example, if you have Edge pinned in the first position on the taskbar and you click Windows key + 1, Edge will open. If the app is already open, a new instance or window will open.
• Windows key + Alt + [Number]: Open the right-click menu for the app pinned in the [number] position on the taskbar.
• Windows key + D: Show or hide desktop (Windows key + , will display the desktop briefly).

Screenshots

Windows 11 also has several ways to take a screenshot, including three different keyboard shortcuts.

• PrtScn: Take a screenshot of your entire screen and save it to your clipboard.

• Windows key + PrtScn: Take a screenshot of your entire desktop and save it to a folder on your computer.

• Windows key + Shift + S: Open Snipping Tool menu to take a screenshot of only a section of your screen.

The desktop: Windows, Snap Assist and virtual desktops

These shortcuts control how individual windows act on your desktop, including virtual desktops.

• Windows key + M: Minimize all open windows.
• Windows key + Shift + M: Restore minimized windows.

• Windows key + Home: Minimize all windows except the selected or currently active window.

• Windows key + Up arrow: Maximize selected window.

• Windows key + Shift + Up arrow: Maximizes the active window vertically while maintaining its width.

• Windows key + Down arrow: Minimize selected window.

• Windows key + Left arrow: Snap selected window to the left half of the screen.
• Windows key + Right arrow: Snap selected window to the right half of the screen.

• Windows key + Alt + Up: Snap selected window to top half of the screen.
• Windows key + Alt + Down: Snap selected window to bottom half of the screen.
• Windows key + Shift + Left arrow or Right arrow: Move selected window to the left or right monitor.

• Windows key + Tab: Open Task view (virtual desktops).

• Windows key + Ctrl + D: Add new virtual desktop.

• Windows key + Ctrl + Right arrow: Move to the next virtual desktop (to the right).

• Windows key + Ctrl + Left arrow: Move to the previous virtual desktop (to the left).

• Windows key + Ctrl + F4: Close current virtual desktop.

The Windows key

These keyboard shortcuts use the Windows logo key to perform various tasks, such as launching both Windows and third-party apps.

• Windows key + A: Open the Action Center.

• Windows key + S: Open Cortana in text mode, so you can type in the search bar. (Windows key + Q does the same thing.)

• Windows key + C: Open Cortana in listening mode (similar to saying “Hey, Cortana“).

• Windows key + E: Open File Explorer.

• Windows key + F: Open the Windows 10 Feedback Hub.

• Windows key + Ctrl + F: Search for PCs on a network.

• Windows key + G: Open the Game bar.

• Windows key + H: Open the Share sidebar.

• Windows key + I: Open the Settings menu.

• Windows key + K: Open the Connect sidebar (for connecting to new Bluetooth devices or Miracast).

• Windows key + L: Lock your computer.

• Windows key + O: Lock screen orientation.

• Windows key + P: Open presentation or projection sidebar.

• Windows key + R: Open the Run window.

• Windows key + U: Open Ease of Access center.

• Windows key + W: Open the Windows Ink Workspace for scribbling on tablets or touchscreen laptops.
• Windows key + (+) or (-): Zoom in and out with magnifier.
• Windows key + Esc: Exit magnifier.

The F keys

The F keys at the top of your keyboard can perform a number of actions when used with other keys, but they’re also useful on their own.

• F2: Rename a selected item.
• F3: Quickly search for files in File Explorer.
• F4: Highlight the address bar in File Explorer.
• F5: Refresh your active window.
• F6: Cycle through elements (tab, buttons, search bar, etc.) in a window or your desktop.
• Alt + F8: Show login password on the start screen.
• F10: Activate the menu bar in the active window.

Windows Command Prompt

You can use these keyboard shortcuts inside the Windows Command Prompt.

• Ctrl + C or Ctrl + Insert: Copy selected text to the clipboard.
• Ctrl + V or Shift + Insert: Paste copied text inside the Command Prompt.
• Ctrl + A: Select all text on current line. (If the current line has no text, all text inside the Command Prompt will be selected.)
• Ctrl + Up or Down: Move screen one line up or down.
• Ctrl + F: Search Command Prompt via Find window.
• Ctrl + M: Enter Mark mode (allows you to select text with mouse). Once Mark mode is enabled, you can use the arrow keys to move the cursor around.
• Shift + Up or Down: Move cursor up or down one line and select text.
• Shift + Left or Right: Move cursor left or right one character and select text.
• Ctrl + Shift + Left or Right: Move cursor left or right one word and select text.
• Shift + Page Up or Page Down: Move cursor up or down one screen and select text.
• Shift + Home or End: Move cursor to beginning or end of current line and select text.
• Ctrl + Shift + Home/End: Move cursor to beginning or end of screen buffer and select text and beginning or end of Command Prompt’s output.

While iOS 17 has a lot of useful and fun new features, like the Check-In feature and Live Stickers, one feature that can make your phone calls sound better was released in iOS 16. When Apple released iOS 16.4 it March, it brought some new features to your iPhone, like new emoji, Apple Music updates and Voice Isolation for phone calls. Apple rolled out Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum to FaceTime calls with the release of iOS 15 in 2021, but only Voice Isolation is available for phone calls, too.

When enabled, Voice Isolation muffles distracting background noises that interrupt your phone call. That way, if you’re on a business call or catching up with friends, you won’t be interrupted by your dog’s barking or construction outside your home.

To enable Voice Isolation, you have to be on a phone call, and you won’t find the feature in Settings. Once you turn Voice Isolation on, it will stay on for all subsequent phone calls until it’s turned off.

Here’s how to activate and disable Voice Isolation for phone calls.

How to enable Voice Isolation

1. Start or answer a phone call.

2. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen to access your Control Center.

3. Tap Mic Mode near the top-right corner of your screen.

4. Tap Voice Isolation.

Pro tip: Instead of turning this feature on during a call with someone else, you can call yourself and enable Voice Isolation by following the steps above.

To disable Voice Isolation, follow the same steps above and tap Standard in Mic Mode. This will return your microphone back to its default setting.

What is Wide Spectrum?

Alongside Voice Isolation in Mic Mode is Wide Spectrum. Unlike Voice Isolation — which muffles background sounds — Wide Spectrum amplifies background sounds without affecting your voice.

Wide Spectrum is useful for calls with multiple people on one phone line. That way, everyone can be heard, not just the person holding the phone.

Currently, Wide Spectrum is only available for FaceTime calls, not phone calls. Since the feature is still present in Mic Mode when accessed during a phone call, this feature might become available for phone calls in the future.

For more iOS news, check out my review of iOS 17 and our iOS 17 cheat sheet.

Samsung unveiled the latest version of its flagship foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 5, in July. It features a new, gapless hinge and a speedier processor, but it keeps the same $1,800 price tag as last year’s model, the Galaxy Z Fold 4.

The latest Galaxy Z Fold 5 comes in the lighter and slimmer design teased by T.M. Roh, the president of Samsung’s mobile division. The Z Fold 5 weighs 253 grams (8.92 ounces), which represents a 10-gram decrease from last year’s Z Fold 4 and an 18-gram decrease from the Galaxy Z Fold 3.

The Z Fold 5 is 13.46 mm thick when folded closed, making it 2.44mm slimmer than its predecessor. Despite Samsung’s progress, the world’s thinnest foldable phone is the Honor V2, made by Huawei’s former subsidiary Honor. The Honor V2 is 9.9mm thick when in phone mode, but that foldable is only available in China.

The key to the Fold 5’s more portable design is what Samsung calls the flex hinge, which allows for a more streamlined construction with fewer moving parts. The new hinge also makes way for both displays to fold completely flat.

Apart from this, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 received a series of incremental improvements such as the newest Snapdragon processor and a brighter internal screen (1,750 nits). It’s the brightest screen on any Z Fold. There’s also support for three SIMs, and the upgraded hinge. For more specifics, check out the details in CNET’s specs chart below for a side-by-side comparison.

Z Fold 5 vs. Z Fold 4 vs. Z Fold 3

	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
Screen	Cover: 6.2-inch AMOLED (2,316 x 904 pixels), 1-120Hz; internal: 7.6-inch AMOLED (2,176 x 1,812 pixels), 1-120Hz	Cover: 6.2-inch (2,316 x 904; internal: 7.6-inch AMOLED (2,176 x 1,812 pixels)	Cover: 6.2-inch AMOLED (2,268 x 832 pixels); internal: 7.6-inch AMOLED (2,208 x 1,768 pixels)
Pixel density	Cover: 402 ppi, internal: 374 ppi	Cover: 402 ppi, internal: 374 ppi	Cover: 387 ppi, internal: 374 ppi
Size (inches)	Open: 6.1 x 5.11 x 0.24 in; closed: 6.1 x 2.64 x 0.53 in	Open: 6.11 x 5.12 x 0.25 in; closed: 6.11 x 2.64 x 0.62 in	Open: 5.04 x 6.22 x 0.25 mm; Closed: 2.64 x 6.22 x 0.63 in; hinge ~0.57in (sagging)
Size (mm)	Open: 154.94 x 129.79 x 6.1 mm; closed: 154.94 x 67.06 x 13.46 mm	Open: 155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3 mm; closed: 155.1 x 67.1 x 15.8 mm	Open:128 x 158 x 6.4 mm; closed:158 x 67 x 16 mm; hinge: ~14.4mm (sagging)
Weight	253 g (8.92 oz)	263 g (9.27 oz)	271 g (9.56 oz)
Operating system at launch	Android 13	Android 12L	Android 11
Cameras	50-megapixel (main), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 10-megapixel (telephoto)	50-megapixel (main), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 10-megapixel (telephoto)	12-megapixel (ultrawide), 12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (telephoto)
Selfie cameras	4-megapixel (under display); 10-megapixel (cover screen)	4-megapixel (under display); 10-megapixel (cover screen)	4-megapixel (under display); 10-megapixel (front cover)
Processor	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2	Snapdragon 8 Gen Plus 1	Snapdragon 888
RAM, storage	12GB + 256GB/512GB/1TB	12GB +256GB/512GB/1TB	12GB + 256GB/512GB
Battery capacity	4,400 mAh (dual-battery)	4,400 mAh	4,400 mAh
Charging	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
Features	5G-enabled, IPX8 water-resistance, S Pen support, 25W wired charging, wireless charging, wireless power share, triple SIM	5G, 30x space zoom camera, IPX8, 25-watt fast-charging (no in-box charger)	5G-enabled; Foldable display, 120Hz refresh rate (front cover and main display), water-resistance, S Pen support
US price	$1,800 (256GB)	$1,800	$1,800 (256GB); $1,900 (512GB)
UK price	1,749	1,549	1,599 (256GB); 1,699 (512GB)
Australian price	AU$2,559	Converts to AU$2,970	AU$2,499 (256GB); AU$2,649 (512GB)