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Last updated: May 29, 2026, 5:40 PM ET

Wearables & Fitness

The Fitbit Air band launched with multiple color options, giving users the ability to customize their screen-free wearable's appearance while maintaining fitness tracking capabilities. In other fitness tech news, the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro received a brighter display with up to 2,000 nits of brightness, though it maintains the same 1.74-inch screen size as its predecessor. Meanwhile, the Oura Ring 5 debuted with a significantly slimmer profile, measuring just over 6mm in width and 2.3mm thick - 40% smaller than the outgoing Ring 4 - while adding new health monitoring features including blood pressure tracking. As for deals, fitness enthusiasts can purchase the Garmin epix Pro (Gen for 50% off at Amazon, with the aging but still capable smartwatch offering robust GPS tracking and fitness features despite its 2023 release date.

Foldable Phones

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold8 reportedly features a display crease comparable to Oppo's Find N6, contradicting earlier claims of a crease-free display that would beat Apple's expected folding iPhone to market. For those who already own a foldable, Motorola Razr Fold cases are now available in book-style designs, though options remain limited for the new device. In the luxury segment, Vertu has unveiled the AlphaFold, its first book-style foldable phone featuring premium materials and an integrated Hermes AI agent, positioning itself as a high-end alternative to mainstream foldable devices.

Gaming

Microsoft's upcoming Fable game faced another delay, strategically moving its release beyond the expected launch window of Grand Theft Auto VI to avoid direct competition. On a positive note for Bond fans, IO Interactive's 007 First Light delivers a stealth experience reminiscent of classic James Bond films, leveraging the studio's Hitman expertise to create what many consider the ultimate Bond game. Meanwhile, Massive Software, known for its pioneering crowd simulation technology used in Lord of the Rings and recent blockbusters like Superman and Avatar, has released a free version of its software, democratizing access to high-end animation tools. In labor news, Rockstar Games employees formed their first union across UK offices, marking a significant development in the gaming industry's labor landscape.

Smartphones

vivo has launched the S60 series in China, featuring 6.59-inch AMOLED displays and substantial 7,200mAh batteries, with the standard S60 model offering a more capable chipset and 3x telephoto camera compared to the Vitality Edition. Following its X80i launch last month, Honor teased the upcoming X80 with leaked specifications suggesting an expansion of its mid-range portfolio. In the mid-range segment, Samsung's Galaxy A57 established itself as a popular option, though the company