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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Smartphone Launches and Updates

Samsung unveiled latest at its Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event, including the Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold, and Z Flip. The company also affecting the Galaxy S26 Ultra and is working on a fix. Xiaomi officially launched the Redmi Note 17 and 17 Pro in China, with the Note 17 featuring a substantial 8,000 mAh battery. Meanwhile, Google is rumored to be shipping the Pixel 11 Pro XL with a design similar to its predecessor but with an added "glow."

Mobile Deals and User Features

Deals are, with the iPhone Air seeing a £200 discount, alongside sales on Poco and Nothing phones. For Android users, an can significantly increase typing speed. In a surprising move, One Plus has exited the European and North American markets, while poll results indicate a grim outlook for the Nothing Phone (4b), suggesting a price cut is desperately needed to compete. Motorola's Edge 70 Max, despite past software update controversies, stands out with its powerful chipset.

Tech Evolution and Consumer Choices

Infrared technology despite the prevalence of Bluetooth, due to its simplicity and cost-effectiveness. In the realm of displays, the question of whether OLED TVs still justify their premium price in 2026 is being debated, as other technologies offer compelling alternatives. For photography enthusiasts on a budget, the new Kodak EC35 for just $35. Audio enthusiasts can find value in dd HiFi's new entry-level IEMs, the Iris and Skyfall, which are.

AI and Space Exploration

For users of Anthropic's AI, the can help manage usage and remind individuals to take breaks. In space news, NASA from the Psyche spacecraft, offering a unique view as it passed Mars on its journey to explore an asteroid.