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Last updated: July 22, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Samsung Dominates Mobile and Wearable News

Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event with the unveiling of the Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Z Fold8 Ultra. Pricing details for these new foldables were released, with the Z Fold8 series and Z Flip8. T-Mobile is already with eligible trade-ins, while color options for both the Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 were detailed. Comparisons between the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Motorola Razr Ultra are available, as are guides to the best screen protectors and cases for the Z Flip. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is positioned as the successor to the Z Fold, boasting a bigger battery, sharper folding screen, and improved ultrawide camera, though it in favor of AI-powered productivity. The new foldables are receiving significant battery upgrades through silicon-carbon technology. Samsung also announced that the Galaxy Ring has received FDA clearance for sleep apnea detection. The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch Series 9 were revealed, with specs and pricing for the Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2. The Galaxy Watch 9 represents a modest update over its predecessor. Samsung's first credit card, the Galaxy Card, is now open for applications, offering cash rewards. The company is also committed to its smart glasses, offering a hands-on look and addressing public perception. Google announced Gemini AI updates for Samsung's foldables and glasses during the Unpacked event.

New Tech and Industry Moves

Sony has launched the FX5 cinema camera, featuring open gate recording. HMD has unveiled the Nokia 123 Shield, an affordable, water and dust-resistant feature phone. One Plus has teased the design and color options for its upcoming N6x smartphone in India. Xiaomi's next foldable, tentatively the Mix Fold, has been certified for sale in China, alongside global certifications for the Redmi Note 17 and Note 17 Pro Max. In a surprising move, Asus has new phones, meaning there will likely be no ROG Phone. The US is outlining its $5 billion Genesis Mission to boost science with AI, involving several federal agencies. The EU has given the go-ahead for Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, contingent on Paramount ending its distribution business with Universal.

Gaming and Entertainment Updates

A new 3D game demo for the Playdate has been showcased. Steam has added updates to its gifting and wishlist features, allowing users to gift games without a Steam account and categorize their wishlists. Original Xbox games are coming to PC with achievement support. The popular mobile game Poinpy, previously unavailable, is now free for Android and iPhone users. The film "Nirvanna the Band the Show and Movie" will be available to stream on Hulu starting July 24.

Consumer Tech and Software Insights

Colorado is exploring a new approach to EV battery recycling to address end-of-life disposal challenges. Users considering disabling Google Play Protect should be aware of the potential security risks. An explanation of surround sound speaker channel numbers has been provided, clarifying that larger numbers aren't always superior. The persistent issue with the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display flaw in One UI Beta, allowing PiP videos to remain private without screen dimming. A discussion on why USB-B never achieved the popularity of USB-A or USB-C has been published. OpenAI faces a lawsuit over allegedly "extremely dangerous" medical advice provided by Chat GPT regarding a pulmonary embolism, which reportedly.