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Amazon has a must-see sale on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5
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Samsung makes several of the most popular and powerful Android phones on the planet. Right now — but only for a limited time — Amazon has cut the prices of two of Samsung’s bestselling models, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. If you act fast, you can save up to 22% when you purchase the unlocked version of one of these phones in any of several colors and configurations.
If you’ve been thinking about switching from an iPhone to an Android, our smartphone experts have outlined the five best reasons to make this transition and have also curated a roundup of the best Android phones for 2024. Of course, both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 are featured in this roundup.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Save up to 21%
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Right now, you can save up to 21% on the insanely popular Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 when you purchase the phone outright from Amazon. Because it’s an unlocked phone, you can activate it with the provider of your choice.
This phone comes in four colors and with either 256GB or 512GB of internal storage. Depending on the color you choose, the option with the 256GB of storage is now on sale for as much as 21% off, which brings the price down to $795. For the 512GB version, you’ll pay $900, which is 20% off its usual price.
However, if you have an older smartphone to trade in, Amazon will give you a gift card worth up to $260. The phone comes with Android 13 preinstalled. Right now, this is most popular flip-style smartphone on the market. And it now includes the new Flex Window. It’s a 3.4-inch AMOLED screen located on the outside of the phone that can easily be used for one-handed operation when the phone is shut.
This outside window is one of the most convenient features this versatile smartphone offers. It gives you a way to check messages, interact with apps, see alerts or incoming messages, plus interact with others without having to open the phone.
The other main upgrade here is its processor — the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Samsung Galaxy Fold 5 are both powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. This means you can count on fast and reliable performance. If you’re looking for a powerful smartphone that can easily fit in a pocket, check out the Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: Save up to 22%
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Available in three colors and with your choice of 256GB or 512GB of internal storage, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers a hybrid design that’s a cross between a smartphone and small tablet. When folded, it functions like any of Samsung’s powerful Android phones. But when you unfold it, you get a large, 7.6-inch touchscreen display — ideal for multitasking.
Right now, Amazon has reduced the price of this higher-end smartphone (with stylus!) by up to 22%, depending on the color and memory configuration. The unlocked, 256GB version of the phone with a black, cream or blue casing is now priced at $1,400, while the 512GB version is 21% off, which brings the price down to $1,520.
If you pick a certain configuration, you can also get an Amazon gift card worth up to $260 when you trade in your old phone.
This phone is powered using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, so you get better-than-ever performance. It boasts a stunning 7.6-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. There is a small fold line visible down the middle, but it’s barely noticeable and provides a gorgeous way to view TV shows or movies. The screen also provides a generous workspace for a single app. Or the two screens can be used separately to run two apps simultaneously.
The Fold 5 is also a powerful smartphone for photography and videography. It has three rear-facing cameras with a 50MP wide, 12MP ultra-wide and a 10MP telephoto lens that offers 3x optical and up to 30x digital zoom. And with its 4,400 mAh battery, it will help you power through your day. We also like that this phone has an IPX8 waterproof rating.
If you’re looking for another good reason to upgrade to the Galaxy Z Fold 5, consider the included S Pen stylus. It can be used for handwriting, sketching, annotating files or simply navigating. It feels silky smooth to use, with no noticeable lag.
If you’re looking for a new Android tablet to go along with your new Android smartphone, we’ve got you covered with your picks for the six best Android tablets for 2024. You can also check out our full, in-depth review of the popular Google Pixel Tablet, or head over to Samsung’s website to shop the company’s entire lineup of Android tablets, any of which can become a perfect companion to a Samsung smartphone.
Some residents east of Atlanta were evacuated while others were told to shelter in place to avoid contact with a chemical plume after a fire at a chemical plant.
Rockdale County Fire Chief Marian McDaniel told reporters that a sprinkler head malfunctioned around 5 a.m. Sunday at the BioLab plant in Conyers. That caused water to mix with a water-reactive chemical, which produced a plume of chemicals. The chief said she wasn’t sure what chemicals were included.
A small roof fire was initially contained, but reignited Sunday afternoon, Sheriff Eric Levett said in a video posted on Facebook as gray smoke billowed into the sky behind him. He said authorities were trying to get the fire under control and urged people to stay away from the area.
People in the northern part of Rockdale County were ordered to evacuate and others were told to shelter in place with windows and doors closed. Sheriff’s office spokesperson Christine Nesbitt did not know the number of people evacuated.
The federal Environmental Protection Agency and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division were both on site, county Emergency Management Director Sharon Webb said. The agencies are monitoring the air “to give us more of an idea of what the plume consists of.”
McDaniel said crews were working on removing the chemical from the building, away from the water source. Once the product is contained, the situation will be assessed and officials will let residents know whether it is safe to return to their homes, she said.
An evacuation center was opened at Wolverine Gym in Covington.
Washington — Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will face off on Tuesday in the first and only vice presidential debate of the cycle, as the two candidates look to prop up the Republican and Democratic tickets with fewer than 40 days until Election Day.
The debate, hosted by CBS News at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City, will be moderated by “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell and “Face the Nation” moderator and CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan.
Here’s what to know about how the candidates are preparing for the debate:
How JD Vance is preparing for the VP debate
The Ohio Republican has been preparing for the debate for more than a month, a source directly involved told CBS News, including with “murder board” sessions with a small team that includes Vance’s wife and his advisers, along with senior Trump adviser Jason Miller.
Among Vance’s main focuses during the preparation has been studying Walz’ debate style and policy record, the source said, noting that Vance will attempt to highlight what he sees as the Minnesota governor’s left-wing views during the debate.
Vance told reporters last week that his plan is to break down what the Trump-Vance administration would do to make “life better” and connect that to policy.
“So, we’re studying up as much as we can on the issues that matter to the American people, and I’m looking forward to it,” Vance said.
House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, a Minnesota Republican, is standing in for Walz during Vance’s debate prep, four sources familiar with the preparations told CBS News. Emmer and Walz have deep roots in Minnesota and are close in age.
Emmer told ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday that he’s known Walz for decades and has spent the last month working to “get his phrases down, his mannerisms.”
“My job was to be able to play Tim Walz so JD Vance knows what he’s going to see,” Emmer said.
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How Tim Walz is preparing for the VP debate
Walz has been preparing for the debate with a close team of advisers, a source familiar with the preparations told CBS News. Some of the people involved also helped Vice President Kamala Harris take on former President Donald Trump, among others, like a long-time aid to Walz who worked with him during his bids for governor.
For Walz, whose name recognition was until recently limited outside of Minnesota, the focus is on continuing to introduce himself to the American people, according to the source. He’ll also work to highlight Harris’ vision for the nation’s path forward.
“You’ll hear me talk like I have about things that impact Americans, making sure they have the opportunity to thrive, making sure that we’re being factual in how we talk about that,” Walz told MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow of the debate earlier this month. “And so I’m looking forward to it. I’ll work hard, that’s what I do.”
During debate prep, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is standing in for Vance, a campaign official familiar with the preparation told CBS News. The former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, also assisted Harris during her debate prep in 2020, and is close in age to Vance.
When and how to watch the presidential debate
Debate coverage on CBS News 24/7 begins at 4 p.m. ET, with the debate getting underway at 9 p.m. ET on Oct. 1.
The 90-minute debate will be streamed on CBS News 24/7 and Paramount+ across all available platforms and CBSNews.com. The debate will also be simulcast across other broadcast and cable networks.
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Actor John Ashton, best known for his role as the by-the-book detective in the “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise, has died, his publicist Alan Somers confirmed to CBS News on Sunday. He was 79.
Ashton died Thursday in Ft. Collins, Colorado, after a battle with cancer.
“John was a loving husband, brother, father, and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him,” a statement said.
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Ashton was born in Springfield, Massachusetts on Feb. 22, 1948, and raised in Enfield, Connecticut. He received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern California.
Throughout his 50-year career in show business, Ashton appeared in nearly 100 movies after making his debut in 1973’s “The Psychopath.”
He was probably best known for his role as Det. Sgt. John Taggart in the first two installments of the “Beverly Hills Cop” series alongside Eddie Murphy and Judge Reinhold. He reprised his role in 2024’s “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.”
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Other film credits include “Some Kind of Wonderful,” “She’s Having a Baby,” “Midnight Run,” “Little Big League” and “Gone Baby Gone.”
On television, he played Willie Joe Garr on several episodes of “Dallas” and made an appearance on such shows like “Columbo,” “Police Squad!” “Hardball” and others.
“John devoted his career to honing his craft and bringing characters to life on the screen. His presence will be greatly missed,” Somers said.
Ashton is survived by his wife Robin Hoye, three children, three step-children and a grandson. He also leaves behind two sisters and a brother.
“John leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service. His memory will forever be treasured by his wife, children, grandchildren, as well as his brother, sisters, his extended family and all who loved him,” Somers said. “John’s impact on the world will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.”
The family requests any donations in Ashton’s memory be made to Pathways Hospice Care
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Residents told to evacuate or take shelter after Georgia chemical plant fire