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Last updated: July 2, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Mobile Devices & Wearables

Apple is reportedly targeting a 10 million unit production goal for its rumored foldable iPhone Ultra, expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series this September. The company is also exploring alternative RAM suppliers amidst a global memory chip shortage, a move that carries significant risk. Meanwhile, Samsung is gearing up for its next foldable, with new dummy unit leaks showcasing the Galaxy Z Fold8 in black. The Korean giant is also quietly revamping its Galaxy Watch lineup, replacing the Vascular Load feature with a blood pressure trends option for U.S. users. In a surprising move, Samsung is bringing back a $350 discount on the Galaxy S26 Ultra for the July 4th weekend, with or without a trade-in. The company also detailed its upcoming 2nm semiconductor nodes, with plans for 1.4nm chips by 2029, and confirmed that all four Galaxy S27 models will feature a Privacy Display. Nothing has officially revealed the design for its special RCB Edition of the upcoming Phone (4b). Motorola is set to unveil the Moto G77 Power on July 8, according to a Flipkart promo page. Oppo has debuted the Reno16 Reno16c in India, introducing the Oppo Bubble feature. The Honor Magic V6 has expanded its availability to the UK market.

AI & Software

Meta has released an app for creating generative AI games, though it appears unavailable in the U.S. Instagram's video editing app, Edits, has gained support bilingual captions and new templates, positioning it as a competitor to Cap Cut. Cloudflare is implementing a new feature to filter out web crawlers that serve AI companies, aiming to give websites more control over their data. OpenAI's Sam Altman is reportedly floating the idea of having leading AI companies granting US sovereign funds a five percent equity stake in their businesses. Google's efforts in AI video generation are evident with Gemini Omni, which allows users to generate video from various inputs on Pixel devices. In gaming, Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to avoid the crowded fall release schedule ahead of Grand Theft Auto VI. A controversial attempt to revive the 3DO console has reportedly failed. Opera has introduced a new security feature designed to prevent copy-paste attacks from malicious websites.

Connectivity & Infrastructure

Amazon is nearing the launch of its satellite broadband service, with enough Amazon Leo satellites deployed to begin operations, though its constellation remains significantly smaller than SpaceX's Starlink. AT&T is expanding its Build-A-Plan customization to include home internet services, following its success with wireless plan perks. Google faces a significant setback as Europe's highest court of appeal has upheld a record $4.7 billion antitrust fine against the company for its Android practices. WhatsApp is reportedly pausing the planned rollout of its username feature in India following a government order, which aims to allow users to communicate without sharing phone numbers. T-Mobile is finally shutting down its 2G network on August 3, making it the last major U.S. carrier to do so. X is making a renewed push for live video content by introducing a new creator payouts system.

Consumer Electronics & Deals

Samsung is reportedly bringing back its best Galaxy S26 Ultra for the July 4th weekend, offering a $350 discount. The company also confirmed that all four Galaxy S27 models will include a Privacy Display feature. Samsung's Galaxy Glasses have surfaced in new leaked videos, offering a clearer look at the upcoming wearable. The Xreal ROG R1 smart glasses are being highlighted as a premium wearable monitor that could potentially replace traditional desktop monitors, despite their high cost. Questions remain about the automatic activity detection capabilities of the Google Fitbit Air. Laptop chargers are becoming significantly more portable, largely thanks to advancements in specific charging technology.

Carriers & Services

T-Mobile is offering a $60 Umbro jersey as its latest perk for Member Month, a choice that has been met with skepticism regarding its perceived value as a reward for carrier loyalty. Verizon is promoting a range of July 2026 deals, featuring numerous free phone offers for customers trading in devices or adding new lines. AT&T is expanding its Build-A-Plan offerings to incorporate home internet alongside its customizable wireless plans.

Other Tech News

Tesla reported a 25 percent year-over-year increase in Q2 vehicle deliveries, with gains particularly noted in Europe. Donald Trump's financial disclosures reveal significant investments in tech stocks, made on the same day he announced his AI Action Plan. The ubiquitous spam on Threads promoting fake Mr. Beast "giveaways" has been identified as part of a massive crypto scam network. Google has released Beta 6 of Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel users, signaling an upcoming stable release. Pixel users are experiencing issues with incoming calls not alerting them, a problem potentially linked to Google's phone app. X is enhancing its live video capabilities with a new creator command center and improved creator payouts.