SammyGuru with Jeff Springer

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Join us each week for the latest coverage of all things Samsung. We will cover news, hardware, tips, tricks, leaks, and more for your favorite Galaxy Devices. Hosted by Jeff Springer and Torrey Martin, two guys who love Samsung and Android. 

  1. FEB 9

    What Samsung Will And Won’t Reveal At Unpacked

    Send a text We map the real Unpacked landscape: what the S26 lineup brings, why the Ultra dominates, how One UI 8.5 sells the story, and which wearables are absolutely not showing. We also share preorder value tactics and a clear-eyed look at audio, laptops, and long shots. • S26, S26 Plus, and Ultra focus with Snapdragon-heavy strategy • Brighter displays, anti-reflective upgrades, refined contours • 256 GB base storage for non-Ultra models • Colorway rundown including cobalt violet and true white • Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro with translucent case and flatter stems • One UI 8.5 highlights: floating menus, contact cards, summaries • Why Qi2 magnets lost to reverse charge and S Pen priorities • Ring 2 and Watch Ultra 2 absence explained by certifications • Galaxy Book 6 US launch odds and Tab S11 keyboard limbo • Midrange releases via press instead of stage time • Preorder playbook: cashback vs accessory bundles Sign up at sammiguru.com/preorder to get the Mystery Box and alerts S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 15m

  2. JAN 30

    Galaxy Z Trifold Sold Out in Seconds + S26 Ultra Unpacked Invite Leaks

    Send us a text Leaked Unpacked invites point to a silver violet hero color and a San Francisco stage while Samsung’s trifold lands with no trade‑ins, no Care Plus, and zero perks. We break down why that choice was made, what it means for real buyers, and how S26 deals and features might shift the upgrade math. • why Samsung withholds trifold trade‑ins and Care Plus • true cost of ownership and third‑party insurance reality • fold durability lessons and screen protector best practice • imported trifold band limits versus US model practicality • S26 upgrades across display, charging, privacy features • leaner reserve credits and slightly lower trade‑in values • Buds 4 Pro features and Qi2 charger expectations • Now Brief improvements that are actually useful • pre‑order timing myths and how to prep to buy Claim your free $75 Amazon gift card when you buy the Trifold through our link on SammyGuru.com S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 10m

  3. JAN 23

    We Pick Samsung’s Best Of 2025 And Predict The Big Moves Coming In 2026

    Send us a text We hand out our 2025 Samsung Awards, explain why the Z Fold 7 wins big, and why the S25 Edge stumbles. We also unpack One UI’s new update cadence, share fresh S26 Ultra color leaks, and make bold 2026 calls from Buds to XR glasses. • New product category pick for 2025 and why XR headsets still feel niche • Home Up as app of the year with deep animation and layout control • One UI 7 delays and the shift to .5 releases carrying major features • S25 Edge as flop of the year due to battery and thermals • Accessory of the year: Watch 8 Classic restoring the rotating bezel • Phone of the year: Z Fold 7 with thinner design and better cameras • 2026 predictions: Fold 8 creaseless display, Buds 4 Pro, Watch Ultra 2 • XR glasses as the next everyday wearable • S26 Ultra colors leaked, Exynos for S26 and S26 Plus, pricing shifts Go check out our YouTube channel, it’s Sammy Guru. We’re relaunching the newsletter with a daily option—opt in from the weekly email to get the short daily digest. S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 26m

  4. JAN 16

    Samsung CES 2026 Recap + All Aboard Galaxy S26 Unpacked Hype Train!

    Send us a text We dig into Samsung’s biggest CES reveals and map what really matters ahead of Unpacked on 25 February. From giant micro RGB TVs and smarter fridges to Galaxy Book 6 hands-on and the S26 Ultra’s privacy display, we cut through specs to what’s useful. • highlights from Samsung’s CES booth and media sessions • micro RGB TV strengths and real-world limits • Vision AI TVs and SmartThings integrations • fridge cameras boosted by Gemini for better food recognition • Galaxy Book 6 design changes, brighter screens and battery gains • trade-offs: ports, 360 model uncertainty, ARM timing • Wi‑Fi speakers designed to challenge Sonos • Freestyle Plus projector’s AI smoothing and brightness upgrade • Z Trifold buzz and availability hints • S26 Ultra design tweaks, 65W charging and privacy display • upgrade advice by device and use case • timelines for laptops, phones and accessories “Order through our affiliate link, fill out the quick form, and we ship you a 65W charger and accessories with your new phone.” S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 7m

  5. 12/22/2025

    Galaxy Z Trifold One Week Impressions + Exynos 2600 Official Unveiling

    Send us a text We map out Samsung’s near-term roadmap and pressure test three big bets: Exynos 2600 performance, Expert RAW inside the Camera app, and whether the Galaxy Z Trifold finally delivers a true phone-plus-tablet experience. Hands-on time cuts through hype with weight, hinge, and software realities. • S26 launch window sliding to late February and why spacing matters • Galaxy Store “top apps” list and the role of push notifications • Expert RAW features moving into the stock Camera app • Exynos 2600 specs, thermal goals, and regional strategy • CES preview across TVs, audio, PCs, and mobile demos • Z Fold 8 camera rumors and One UI 8.5 quality-of-life updates • Galaxy Z Trifold review: ergonomics, creases, durability, and balance • On-device DeX, multitasking use cases, and portrait tablet workflows • Battery life, 45 W charging, and camera trade-offs • Value check: when a trifold earns its premium This episode of the Sammy Guru Podcast is brought to you by our partners at US Mobile. US Mobile has wireless service on all three of the major carriers in the United States. You can get service on their Darkstar, their warp, and light speed networks, and you can even switch between those on your plan at any time that you like. They have various different promos running right now, including their yearly promotions. They have a 30-day free trial if you bring your number to US Mobile, as well as three months of service for $45, which is $15 a month, on their unlimited starter plan. S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 4m

  6. 12/10/2025

    One UI 8.5 Beta is Upon Us + Galaxy Trifold Is On The Way!

    Send us a text We put eyes on Samsung’s near future: a bold trifold that turns your phone into a 10-inch tablet, a smarter One UI 8.5 packed with useful AI, and the real reasons chips, prices, and product lines are shifting. The throughline is utility—features that actually change daily use win. • filmed with auto-framing camera to demo features live • fluffy icon pack giveaway with bonus Galaxy Buds 3 Pro • One UI 8.5 AI summaries in My Files and Now Nudges • redesigned Clock, Calendar, Samsung Internet, Calculator • Exynos 2600 yield, Snapdragon share, regional chips • Galaxy Z Trifold specs, durability choice, native DeX • pricing trade-offs vs buying a slab and tablet • Flip FE pricing misstep and foldable strategy • Crucial quits consumer RAM for AI demand • Circle to Search scam detection for texts • XR headset comfort vs AR glasses portability • CES plans, First Look event, trifold global details • Mystery Box perks and sign-up updates Enter the giveaway: 10 Fluffy Icon Pack codes, and one winner also gets Galaxy Buds 3 Pro S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 35m

  7. 11/25/2025

    Samsung Isn’t Upgrading What Matters, Here's Why That Could Backfire

    Send us a text We unpack the fake S26 image leak saga, why we still cover rumors with rigorous context, and what truly changes for the S26 lineup. Real upgrades show up in Buds 4 Pro, Quick Share-to-AirDrop, and potentially the next Fold, not in slab phones stuck at 25W. • Editorial transparency on AI-generated S26 “leaks” • January S26 timing confirmed trends and lineup resets • Why slim phones died and battery wins • 25W on base and Plus vs 60W Ultra charging • iPhone 17 value pressure on Samsung pricing • Buds 4 Pro redesign, case changes, find phone button • Smart rings, comfort, Samsung Health, sleep apnea screening • Oura patent action and likely settlement dynamics • One UI 8.5 Now Nudges potential and controls • Medison breach clarified as medical data, not consumer accounts • Quick Share interoperability with AirDrop and EU pressure • Oppo Find X9 Pro as a wake‑up call on cameras and battery • Foldables as Samsung’s innovation flagship vs slab stagnation “Keep expanding your galaxy.” S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 17m

  8. 11/12/2025

    Inside Samsung’s Crazy Galaxy S26 Ultra Launch Plans - Every Leak and Rumor

    Send us a text We dive deep into the S26 Ultra leaks with plain talk on what’s real, what’s risky, and what actually helps day to day. Then we give honest Galaxy XR impressions: setup pains, comfort limits, great software, and why value still favors Quest for most people. • site outages and schedule reset • case sizing risks and shifting S26 dimensions • lineup uncertainty and possible leaker misdirection • design changes with rounded corners and pill camera island • display efficiency, anti-reflection, and privacy screen upgrades • selfie punch‑hole trade‑offs and bezel concerns • S Pen staying, Bluetooth still unclear • camera stagnation, wider aperture rumors, minimal zoom gains • chipset split, cooling boost, universal 16 GB RAM • 60 W charging, dual NFC, fingerprint refinements • colors, price pressure, late Jan vs Feb timing • who should upgrade and who should wait • Galaxy XR comfort, prescription inserts, apps, use cases • XR vs Quest value and long-term outlook This episode of the Sammy Guru Podcast is brought to you by our partners at US Mobile. S26 Ultra Mystery Box Sign up: https://laylo.com/springer/8g0gnSvT Video Podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3yBw3Ro Follow Jeff on X (Twitter): https://x.com/jspring86az Follow Torrey on X: https://x.com/T_Martin_23 Check out our website: https://sammyguru.com

    1h 21m
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Join us each week for the latest coverage of all things Samsung. We will cover news, hardware, tips, tricks, leaks, and more for your favorite Galaxy Devices. Hosted by Jeff Springer and Torrey Martin, two guys who love Samsung and Android. 

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  • Creator
    Jeff Springer and Torrey Martin
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
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