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When you buy a TV, you’re buying something that you hope will stay with you for 5 to 10 years. Perhaps even more.

With technology moving faster than ever, another thing we need to consider in terms of longevity is if the TV won’t feel dated after just a couple of years.

This is everything that Samsung hopes to offer with their QLED 8K TV. Yes, 8K. And yes, QLED.

QLED vs OLED

You’re probably wondering why QLED and not OLED. Even if you’re not, I’m gonna tell you anyway. Other than that little line on the Q, these two have quite a bit of a difference.

OLED is an “emissive” technology. Meaning it emits its own light.

QLED is closer to LCD TVs since both are “transmissive” technology. This means it relies on LED backlighting.

But instead of lighting the entire LCD panel, it hits quantum dots which is what the Q stands for. Quantum essentially means really, really small. When the light hits these tiny dots, they gain emissive tech qualities.

We review plenty of smartphones that have OLED displays. If you’ve heard the words “deeper blacks and better contrast” before, that’s because those are common attributes of OLED displays.

But another thing that’s closely associated with OLEDs is burn-in.

Do a quick Google or YouTube search and you’ll find a handful of articles and videos of people complaining about it. A burn-in is like an after image that stays on screen even if you’re already looking at something else.

Of course, this is not to say that you automatically get burn-ins with OLEDs. However, it has happened often enough to be a cause for concern.

Also, based on the little research we did, OLED is more expensive.They’re nice on smartphones with significantly smaller screens. But for TVs, you’re talking about a massive display which will multiply your costs.

Quantum Dot-based tech has lower manufacturing costs, has a longer lifespan, and as seen on Samsung’s 2019 lineup, can be applied to screens as big as 98 inches and mass produced for all of us to enjoy.

Why 8K?

I know what you’re thinking. We barely have 4K content and now you want us to start thinking about 8K. Well, yeah. Like we said earlier, technology moves very fast. It won’t be soon before long that we’re seeing more and more 4K and 8K content.

A Japan-based network is doing a full 8K coverage of the 2020 Olympics. So 8K is coming sooner than you realize.

How does non-8K content translate to 8K TV, You ask? This is perhaps where Samsung really outdid itself.

These QLED 8K TVs are equipped with what they call the 8K Quantum processor. This chip contains a database of millions of images and videos.

Every time you play a video, the chip compares that video to its database to optimize what you see.That includes sharpening the image, reducing noise and texture all based on the type of scene on its database.

It can take anything from 4K to standard definition and turn it into near-8K video. It’s so good you might not even believe what you’re seeing.

Going 8K today makes sense for a lot of reasons: You get to be at the forefront of new technology, you’ll see stunning picture quality on a massive screen, and it’ll be with you longer than you realize.

If you want to future-proof your TV viewing, then you can’t go wrong with the Samsung QLED 8K TV.

This sponsored feature is collaboration between GadgetMatch and Samsung TV Philippines.

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First Look: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold

Intriguing foldable

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@gadgetmatch First look at Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold! ✨ #CES2026 #Samsung #TriFold ♬ original sound – GadgetMatch

We finally got to touch the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold. Samsung’s latest foldable was on display at their First Look Exhibition area at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

During this particular sessions, we only had a brief time with the device. Definitely not enough time to make any conclusive observations. It’s definitely thicker than the impossibly thin Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7. The folding mechanism does not feel flimsy and the device overall does feel sturdy.

The concept of going from smartphone to full-pledged tablet is intriguing but I can’t help but feel that there’s gotta be a way to make this a 3-in-1 instead of just a 2-in-1. All told, it’s a promising device and one that I’d love to be able to spend more time with.

When bent, the screen can turn into an immersive way to watch movies. Otherwise, the screen can fully fold into itself, which allows users to utilize the smaller 6.5-inch cover screen on the other side.

Both screens have a Dynamic 2X AMOLED display, featuring a refresh rate of 120Hz. It is also capable of up to 2,600 nits of brightness. Meanwhile, the main screen features 1,600 nits of brightness.

Specs

Inside, the foldable sports a customized Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, tailored specifically for Galaxy. It features 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage.

The main screen has three-camera setup. Heading the pack is a 200-megapixel wide-angle camera. It’s paired with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera. Both the main and the cover screen will each come with their own 10-megapixel selfie camera.

Finally, the Galaxy Z TriFold will have a 5600mAh battery. It’s compatible with up to 45W Super-Fast Charging 2.0 (wired) and up to 15W Fast Wireless Charging 2.0. It also has Wireless PowerShare for other Samsung phones and those with WPC Qi wireless chargin

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Unboxing: Ghost of Yotei Collector’s Edition

The Collector’s Edition captures that spirit in every piece

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@gadgetmatch Unboxing the Ghost of Yōtei Collector’s Edition. #MatchPlay @PlayStation @Sucker Punch productions ♬ original sound – GadgetMatch

Ghost of Yotei isn’t just a game you play, it’s a story you carry with you. The Collector’s Edition captures that spirit in every piece.

Front and center is a full-scale replica of Atsu’s Ghost mask — cast in resin, sized to match Jin’s mask from Ghost of Tsushima, and ready for display on its own stand. Place them side by side and you’ve got a legacy in the making.

You also get Atsu’s sash, stitched with the names of the Yotei Six. It stretches a full 71 inches and feels right at home draped across your wall or pulled into a cosplay.

Then there’s the replica Tsuba from Atsu’s katana — the twin wolves forged by her father, now forged for your shelf.

The set goes beyond display pieces, too. Inside the box you’ll find a pouch of coins with rules for Zeni Hajiki, letting you play the same game of skill Atsu does in her journey. There’s a papercraft ginkgo tree with a wolf at its base, and a set of four art cards that capture the game’s heart in frameable snapshots.

And of course, all of this comes with the Digital Deluxe content and a digital copy of the game itself.

The Ghost of Yotei Collector’s Edition will retail for $249.99 | €249.99 | 31,980 JPY. For Southeast Asia, pricing is SGD 318.90 / MYR 969 / IDR 3,349,000 / THB 7,449 / PHP 11,490 / VND 5,799,000.

This isn’t just a bundle of items — it’s a tangible extension of the story, crafted for fans who want to keep Yotei alive long after the credits roll.

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ROG Xbox Ally X first look at gamescom 2025

Surprisingly light to hold but heavy on performance

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@gadgetmatch Our first l👀k at the ROG Xbox Ally X! #rogxboxallyx #gamescom2025 #gamescom @_asusrog ♬ original sound – GadgetMatch

Surprise! GadgetMatch is at gamescom 2025 and this is our first look and first touch with the ROG Xbox Ally X!

Somehow we thought it would be bigger but the overall footprint is similar to the ROG Ally X.

What’s hard to ignore are these handgrips. Are they more ergonomic now? Eh. They’re alright.

It sits nicely on your palm but the way your hand wraps around it feels a little awkward. As is the case with first touches.

It’s surprisingly lighter than we expected.  What’s not light is its performance. We briefly played Forza Horizon 5 and it looks and plays incredible.

The units for hands-on have specific games installed for you to try. Same is true for the ROB Xbox ally units on display.

We definitely can’t wait to spend more time with this one. Wink wink ROG.

Specs

ROG Xbox Ally X: Ryzen Z2 Extreme, 24GB Memory, 1TB Storage

ROG Xbox Ally: Ryzen Z2A, 16GB Memory, 512GB Storage

Specification ROG Xbox Ally X ROG Xbox Ally
Operating System Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Comfort & Input Contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers, impulse triggers, ABXY buttons, D-pad, analog sticks, assignable back buttons, HD haptics, 6-Axis IMU Contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers, Hall Effect analog triggers, ABXY buttons, D-pad, analog sticks, assignable back buttons, HD haptics, 6-Axis IMU
Processor AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A
Memory 24GB LPDDR5X-8000 16GB LPDDR5X-6400
Storage 1TB M.2 2280 SSD 512GB M.2 2280 SSD
Display 7” FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 120Hz, FreeSync Premium, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection 7” FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 120Hz, FreeSync Premium, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection
IO Ports USB4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, UHS-II microSD card reader, 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C x2, UHS-II microSD card reader, 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Network & Communication Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4 Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4
Dimensions 290.8*121.5*50.7mm, 715g 290.8*121.5*50.7mm, 670g
Battery 80Wh 60Wh
Included Accessories 65W charger, Stand 65W charger, Stand

 

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