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Last updated: May 14, 2026, 11:38 PM ET

Mobile Device Launches & Sales

vivo has partnered with renowned filmmaker Sam Kolder to showcase the camera capabilities of its latest flagship, the X300 Ultra, through a short film titled The Garde, highlighting the device's advanced imaging technology ahead of its India launch. The Moto G37 and Moto G37 Power are set to arrive in India with a 7,000mAh battery variant targeting the competitive mid-range segment, while vivo's S60 series has been teased in China, signaling the successor to the December-launched S50 lineup. Honor's 600 series will debut in China with confirmed launch dates, design elements, and color options following its global unveiling, and the HMD Vibe 2 5G is preparing for an India launch on May 21 with leaked pricing and key specifications. vivo's X300 Ultra and X300 FE officially go on sale today through multiple Indian retailers, expanding the brand's premium smartphone portfolio. Meanwhile, Xiaomi's 17T and 17T Pro global launch date has been tipped through leaks revealing design and key specs, and the Redmi Turbo 5 is making its way to India after debuting in China earlier this year. A Galaxy S24 user experienced a device malfunction resulting in the phone catching fire during use, prompting Samsung to respond to the incident. Rumors suggest Honor and Vivo are developing "wide" foldable smartphones to compete with Samsung's upcoming models. Motorola's Razr 2026 lineup offers early preorder deals ahead of the May 21 release date, while the Razr Fold's preorder options are now available with various promotional offers. After two weeks of testing, the Razr Fold demonstrates strong potential as Motorola's first book-style foldable enters a competitive market.

AI Integration & Software Developments

Meta is expanding the functionality of its $800 smart glasses by introducing third-party apps and games, potentially transforming the device into a more versatile platform. Google's upcoming Pixel 10 will feature on-device AI capabilities designed to predict user actions, making smartphones more proactive and intelligent. However, Google may reduce free Gmail storage for new accounts from 15GB to 5GB, reflecting changing cloud storage strategies. Users seeking a more traditional search experience can utilize a simple Google Search trick to bypass AI-generated results and access standard web links. Gemini Intelligence, Google's new AI suite, is expected to debut on Samsung's next foldable devices alongside the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 this summer. Microsoft is retiring the standalone Copilot Mode in Edge as AI features become integrated throughout the browser experience. Google