Mobile News 24 Hours

Last updated: July 12, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

New Phone Launches and Deals

Nothing officially launched its Phone (4b), a more affordable device that keeps core Nothing specifications. The Phone (4b) includes a simplified Glyph Bar, a 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 5,200mAh battery core specs. Meanwhile, Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17e are available at reduced prices this week price cut. Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is currently priced under $1,000, with the Galaxy S26 and S26+ also on sale. Motorola will unveil the Edge 70 Max on July 15, with details about its battery now revealed.

AI and Data Privacy

Samsung Health users are now being asked to consent to the use of their health data for AI training and modeling. Those who do not provide consent will face deletion of their data from the app. In other AI news, Phoebe Gates' shopping app, Phia, reportedly claimed affiliate sales through fake clicks. OpenAI's head of safety is reportedly departing the company as part of a reorganization, with a new executive set to oversee both research and safety teams.

Display Technologies and Router Placement

A new format called Eclipsa Video is emerging and will soon be available on various devices new format. This technology is presented as a competitor to Dolby Vision and HDR10. For improved home network performance, understanding the correct placement and antenna positioning for your router should result in better coverage router placement.