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Last updated: August 9, 2026, 5:46 AM ET

Samsung Galaxy Z Foldables and Mid-Range Leaks

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Z Fold8 series are now available globally with early discounts, and a two-week review of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 calls it the foldable most people should buy thanks to its wider screen and pocketable design. Meanwhile, the unannounced Galaxy A18 has appeared on Geekbench, revealing key specs ahead of its rumored launch. Amazon UK is also offering deals on the Galaxy S26 Ultra and S25 FE alongside other brands.

Google Pixel 11 Series and Watch 5

Google will unveil the Pixel 11 series and Watch 5 on August 12, along with a possible first smart tag.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Leaks and Deals

Caviar has started taking pre-orders for customized unannounced hardware, potentially spilling details on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra. The Apple Watch’s hidden ECG feature is worth checking out for heart monitoring.

One Plus, Motorola, and Other Mobile News

One Plus is leaving Europe and North America, offering a free AIRVOOC 50W magnetic wireless charger as a parting gift in select countries. Motorola has introduced the Moto Pad 70, a 12.1-inch 90Hz 5G tablet with a 10,200 mAh battery. A recent poll suggests smart glasses are still a solution looking for a problem, with low adoption rates.

Car Play, USB-C, and Retro Gaming

When choosing between wired and wireless CarPlay, each has its trade-offs in latency and convenience. Your phone’s USB-C port can handle data transfer, display output, and accessories beyond charging. For retro gaming, learn how to connect a GameCube to a modern TV and improve battery life on retro handhelds.

VR Gaming and Fitness Apps

A mod brings Mario Kart 64 to VR in first-person — not for the queasy. Meanwhile, the VR exercise app Supernatural has relaunched after leaving Meta, and its head of fitness shared plans for the rebooted app. New indie games like Big Walk and retro electronic repairs are worth checking out.

AI Assistants and Social Media Rewards

A comparison of Claude vs ChatGPT shows one tends to fall short in quality responses. X is retiring its old revenue-sharing program and replacing it with a new original content rewards program after September 7.