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Last updated: July 29, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Foldables and Flagships

Samsung is reportedly preparing a new app-level zoom feature for the Galaxy Z Fold, offering users greater customization. The company has also for its latest Galaxy Z Fold, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip, with early reports suggesting its popularity has skyrocketed. However, pricing for the upcoming Galaxy S26 FE is rumored to be steep, with expected price hikes across all storage tiers, though its charging speed has been revealed as 15V/3A and 10V/4.5A via a certification listing as it prepares for a September launch.

Pixel Power and AI

Google is hinting at a new camera bar feature for the Pixel 11 Pro, with some leaks suggesting the Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro might actually be cheaper than their predecessors, contradicting earlier statements about price hikes. Meanwhile, Google Photos has streamlined its AI editing process by allowing users to capture images directly within the creation tools, eliminating the need to switch between apps. The Pixel Watch 5 has appeared in Google's own Health app, signaling its imminent launch.

Mid-Range Marvels and App Updates

The Redmi K100 Pro has emerged on Geekbench, revealing it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite and is expected to launch in September alongside the Pro Max. In India, the Poco M8 Power in hands-on photos and video, with expectations that it will be a rebranded Redmi Note. The Realme 16x 5G could also be launching soon in India, with its Indian variant tipped to pack a substantial 7,000mAh battery as it nears its debut.

Tech Trends and Tidbits

Major record labels are calling for a ban on AI-generated "slop songs" from global music charts, as tens of thousands of such tracks are uploaded daily. In a move to boost domestic production, the US foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's xAI a new Minnesota law that prohibits apps capable of generating nonconsensual intimate imagery. Employees from major AI companies including OpenAI and Google have petitioned the US government for regulation.

Gaming and Gadgets

A new DLC for Pokémon Pokopia is coming to Switch 2 on August 5, introducing an underwater exploration area and a dive mechanic. Rare, fully-functional Nintendo Famicombox retro consoles in a Japanese love hotel. Motorola's Moto Pad 70 Groove tablet, featuring a 12.1-inch display and nine JBL speakers this week in India. Nothing is reportedly working on its first smartwatch for its mainline of devices, separate from its CMF budget series.

Consumer Tech and Services

Runna's coaching feature workouts based on local heat and humidity to optimize user performance. Door Dash has unveiled its own drone delivery service after receiving FAA approval, with the company developing the Door Dash Air drones in-house. For those looking to save on cable, there are free ways to stream local TV channels. Meanwhile, Samsung is dropping update support for its Samsung Find app on devices running One UI 2.0 or older, impacting legacy Galaxy phones.

Miscellany

A new third-party app is bringing back the Samsung Messages experience, complete with its One UI design and RCS support. A fired Tesla manager claims that Full Self-Driving cars were "rolling hazards," with a new lawsuit accusing Tesla of overextending safety operators. Valve has stated that no Steam Machine reservation holders are being leapfrogged in the waitlist process. The CW's live sports programming will be available on ESPN starting August 4.