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Last updated: August 8, 2026, 11:44 PM ET

Foldable Phones and Flagship Launches

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra, and Z Flip8 are now available globally following their official launch. In a two-week review, Android Central finds the Galaxy Z Fold8 to be "one of the most compelling phones Samsung has made," praising its pocketable design and wider screen. Meanwhile, Caviar has sparked speculation by pre-ordering customized iPhones based on unannounced hardware, potentially leaking details about the iPhone 18 Pro and an iPhone Ultra. Google is gearing up for its August 12 event, where it will unveil the Pixel 11 series alongside the Watch 5 and possibly a smart tag. Motorola expanded its tablet lineup with the Moto Pad 70, a 12.1-inch model with a 90Hz display, 5G, and a massive 10,200 mAh battery.

Deals and Price Changes

Several flagship smartphones are seeing discounts on Amazon UK, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S25 FE, alongside Apple's iPhone 17 Pro and Google's Pixel 10a. In contrast, Samsung India has raised prices on entry-level Galaxy A, F, and M-series models due to component cost increases from RAM and storage shortages. On the company front, One Plus is exiting Europe and North America and offering a free AIRVOOC 50W magnetic wireless charger as a parting gift in select European countries.

Accessories, Tips, and How-Tos

For those keeping older devices alive, a guide explains how to connect a retro GameCube to a modern TV using a single adapter. Another article offers tips to boost battery life on retro handheld game consoles. A comparison of wired versus wireless CarPlay breaks down the advantages of each connection type. Your phone's USB-C port can do far more than charge, including data transfer and accessory connectivity. Apple Watch users might not know about a hidden ECG heart rate feature that can detect atrial fibrillation.

Audio and Gaming

Sony is reportedly re-releasing its popular WH-1000XM4 headphones as the WH-1000XM4C, following the discontinuation of the original model. In gaming, a VR mod brings Mario Kart 64 to first-person virtual reality, though it's not for the faint of stomach. Several new indie games are worth checking out, including Big Walk, ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs, and Pigeon: A Love Story.

Company Moves, AI, and VR Fitness

X (formerly Twitter) is retiring its revenue-sharing program after September 7 and replacing it with a new original content rewards program. In AI comparisons, a practical breakdown shows how Claude and ChatGPT differ, with one often falling short in response quality. The VR exercise app Supernatural has relaunched after leaving Meta; its head of fitness discusses the company's plans for the app. Finally, a weekly poll reveals that smart glasses remain a "solution looking for a problem," with low adoption despite heavy R&D investment from tech giants.