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Last updated: July 5, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Mobile Deals & Discounts

The post-Prime Day sales continue with significant price drops on recent Samsung devices. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is seeing further reductions, with a specific discount available on Samsung's official Indian website for the 12/512GB model, which originally launched at INR139,999. Other Samsung models also feature in the sales, including the Galaxy A57 A37, alongside discounts for the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE and Motorola's Razr 2026. Xiaomi's 17T 17T Pro have also received their initial price cuts this week.

Messaging & Wearables

WhatsApp is expanding its online presence indicators, now testing a green dot on iOS to signal when a contact is online, following its rollout on Android. Wearable technology is also showing promise in health detection, with devices like the Oura Ring 5 proving effective at identifying deviations from a user's baseline health patterns, which could signal the need for further medical consultation. This capability is central to how smartwatches and AI are being developed to potentially detect early signs illness.

Smartphone Hardware & AI

The smartphone market is gearing up for new releases and feature updates. Vivo is reportedly preparing a sixth device for its X300 series, the vivo X300e, which is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a substantial battery. Meanwhile, Apple is set to roll out its new AI features this fall, but only specific iPhone models will receive the updated Siri, leaving older devices behind. In audio technology, the new Google Home Speaker has impressed users with its sound quality, powered by Gemini AI, marking a significant relaunch of the smart speaker line.

AI & Hollywood

AI's integration into creative industries remains a focal point, with generative AI company Midjourney requesting that Hollywood studios like Disney, Warner Bros., and Universal provide details on their own AI usage. This move comes as these studios have initiated legal action against AI companies.

Autonomous Vehicles & Space Exploration

Tesla is expanding its autonomous driving services, with its robotaxi now operational in a small section Miami, and plans to extend to Orlando and Tampa. However, the company also faces legal scrutiny; a Tesla driver has been charged with manslaughter in connection with a fatal Texas crash, an incident also under investigation by the NHTSA. In space, NASA has successfully launched its mission to rescue the Swift observatory, which was reportedly falling from orbit.

Tech Standards & Camera Tests

Navigating the world of Wi-Fi standards continues to be a challenge for consumers, as some router brands may be misleading users with their Wi-Fi 7 labeling. In the realm of mobile photography, a blind camera test was conducted by GSMArena in collaboration with Versus, pitting flagship devices like the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and iPhone 17 Pro Max against each other.