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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Smartphone Announcements and Rumors

Samsung is gearing up for a major announcement on July 22 in London, where the company is expected to unveil its new folding smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and the Galaxy Z Flip. Ahead of the event, J-Hope from the band BTS has teased the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold8. Meanwhile, reports have surfaced regarding a red screen issue affecting the newly released Galaxy S26 Ultra, which Samsung has acknowledged and is working to fix. In other Samsung news, renderings from previous models and may not address user complaints.

Upcoming Google Pixel and Tecno Devices

Google teasing Pixel, with a launch event scheduled for August 12 in New York City. This new lineup could be the first to feature a chipset from TSMC’s 2nm fab and may ditch Samsung modems. Leaked specifications for the Google Pixel 11a have also emerged, hinting at a potentially impressive upgrade for the "a-series." Separately, the Tecno Pova 8 5G is offering a compelling alternative with a massive battery and AI features, drawing comparisons to the Nothing Phone lineup.

Foldable Phone Sightings and Audio Gear

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 5, running Hyper OS, suggesting its release may be imminent. This sighting fuels speculation for a potential August 2026 timeframe. On the audio front, dd HiFi's new entry-level IEMs, the Iris and Skyfall, are being praised for their quality, especially given their budget-friendly nature. Additionally, open-ear earbuds have seen a significant price drop on Amazon, reaching their lowest price ever.

Tech Policy and Security Updates

France is intensifying its restrictions on access to the prediction market Polymarket, with its gambling authority ordering ISPs to block the website. In a shift of policy, TikTok on US government devices. Separately, a vulnerability has been discovered in Android that allows Gemini to send SMS messages without proper verification due to its special privileges. OpenAI notifying parents if their teenage children violate its policies on violence after being kicked off of Chat GPT.

Apple Watch and Accessory Insights

The water lock feature on Apple Watches, which. For those in the Google Pixel ecosystem, accessories like the Mophie travel charging kit, highlight a desire for similar convenient charging solutions.

Other Tech News and Deals

The Google Find Hub offers a suite of features for tracking devices like phones, watches, and earbuds, a tool that many Android users may be overlooking. For car owners is a simple upgrade achievable with an adapter. Chinese company LONGi with a remarkable 35.5 percent conversion efficiency for crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem cells. Additionally, deals are available on vivo X300 models, which, and the Galaxy A37 has received a substantial price cut.