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Last updated: July 23, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Samsung's Foldable Future and Wearables

Samsung unveiled Galaxy, which will both receive five years of major OS upgrades and security updates. T-Mobile and AT&T are offering the new Galaxy Z Fold8 for free and the Z Fold8 Ultra for $200, though the base Z Fold8 is priced higher than its predecessors. Meanwhile, Amazon is offering a $50 gift card for preordering the Galaxy Watch. Honor is already against Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold, with the latter now available for review. Discussions are also ongoing about whether the Galaxy Z Flip 9 will exist, as rumors suggest the Z Flip 8 might be the last in its line, while the Galaxy Z Fold 9 is anticipated to bring exciting new form factors.

AI's Impact on the Workforce and Content

Patreon is as it navigates the evolving business landscape influenced by AI. Similarly, Uber has in favor of AI integration. Meta's advertising campaign, aimed at fostering a positive outlook on AI, is being criticized for its. In a related move, Meta is beginning to ban users who create "creepy content" with its smart glasses, indicating a crackdown on misuse. On the AI assistance front, Claude's voice mode has reportedly received an update to improve its reliability.

Gaming and Entertainment Industry Developments

Universal Pictures has secured the rights for film adaptations of 10 Atari games, potentially leading to an Atari Cinematic Universe. Xbox is currently, a strategy similar to GeForce Now. Amazon has into the Prime Video app, initially for Fire TV devices in the US and UK. Qobuz has and introduced real-time lyrics, aiming to be a strong Spotify alternative.

Mobile Hardware and Software Updates

Qualcomm is reportedly for launch later this year. Google has been, resulting in a nearly 50% improvement in smoothness. The Android 17 operating system now features an that is available on Samsung's latest foldable devices. Leaked renders suggest the upcoming Pixel 11 lineup will be available in a variety of colors, with the Pixel Watch 5 expected to launch alongside it on August 12. Chinese smartwatches like the Oppo Watch X3 are due to market readiness. The nubia Navi X Ultra's key specifications have also been leaked.

Other Tech News and Leaks

The Google Pixel Watch 5's key specifications have been, indicating it will look identical to the Pixel Watch. The Oppo Find X10 family is reportedly undergoing testing against the iPhone 17 Pro, likely for camera comparisons. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is expected to this August. Sony has unveiled its FX5 cinema camera, which may foreshadow new features for its consumer mirrorless lineup with its. A new 3D game demo for the Playdate has been released, showcasing new dimensions for the device. Steam has for users. Ultrahuman has released the Emerald update for its app, featuring the. GoPro's Wireless Mic System offers an audio upgrade but comes with. There is currently that is 100% American-made.

Layoffs and Acquisitions in the Tech Sector

Bethesda is facing accusations of following recent layoffs. The EU has to the Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of EA, bringing the deal closer to completion.