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Last updated: June 23, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Mobile Tech & Prime Day Deals

Prime Day has seen a flurry of deals across the mobile and tech landscape, with significant price drops on a variety of devices. Google Pixel foldables received a massive $400 discount during the sale, hitting their lowest price ever, while the Nothing Phone 4a Pro, a popular iPhone alternative, is available with a $90 reduction. Samsung devices are also heavily featured, with record-smashing discounts on the Galaxy S26 series and other storage devices, and Amazon UK offering deals on the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip7, and Poco F8 Pro. Further solidifying its position in the budget smartphone market, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE price has dropped again, alongside sales on One Plus 15 and 15R models.

In the foldable space, anticipation is high for upcoming releases and an ongoing sale on current models. While the vivo X Fold6 price leak hints at a significant increase over its predecessor, the current Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 are available at discounted prices. Amazon Germany is also touting deals on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, vivo X300 Pro, OnePlus 15R, and Moto Razr Fold. Separately, Apple's first foldable iPhone, potentially named the iPhone Ultra, is expected to launch in September with Samsung Display reportedly producing its OLED panels, and supply chain reports suggest it will unveil as scheduled.

Beyond foldables, the smartphone market is seeing new entrants and feature updates. The Samsung Galaxy M47 5G is set to launch in India with key specifications revealed, while Honor is developing a Privacy Display feature for its future flagships, a technology Samsung Display may offer to competitors. Additionally, Xiaomi's upcoming 18 Pro might also feature a similar privacy display, and Samsung is reportedly testing its Privacy Display for the Galaxy S27 Pro, with the feature potentially extending beyond the S26 Ultra to other models. The new Realme P4x 4G has been officially launched with an 8,000mAh battery, and Tecno has introduced its slim Camon Slim. Motorola's Edge 70 series is expanding with the Edge 70 Max appearing in leaked renders, and the Edge 70 Pro is available for review. Nothing has confirmed the upcoming Phone (4b) will be unveiled on July 7, and has shared design teasers hinting at a single rear camera.

AI & Software Updates

Artificial intelligence continues to permeate software and services, with new integrations and initiatives. Meta is reportedly exploring the prediction market space, while OpenAI has launched a new cybersecurity initiative called Patch the Planet to assist open-source projects. OpenAI has also signed a significant enterprise deal with Samsung Electronics, positioning itself as an AI chip supplier and collaborating on broader initiatives. Furthermore, OpenAI will be incorporating Getty Images' content library into ChatGPT, expanding AI's access to licensed visual media.

Samsung is pushing forward with its software development, with the Galaxy A15 4G and A24 4G receiving the stable One UI 8.5 update. The company is also testing One UI 9 for several Galaxy models including the Z Fold7 and S26 series. On the AI chatbot front, Amazon's Alexa+ AI chatbot is expanding to India with Hindi support. In the realm of operating systems, Apple's iOS 27 beta 2 has been released, introducing features like "Write with Siri" and inline RCS reply support, though overall user sentiment for iOS 27 is described as "okay" poll results. Google's Android 17 is also seeing updates, with LHDC v5 support added to Pixel phones for improved wireless audio quality, and Pixel home screen customization tools have been enhanced. However, Android 17 is experiencing some issues, with some Pixel users reporting touchscreen problems.

Gaming & Entertainment

The gaming and entertainment sectors are seeing new hardware and immersive content. Meta is offering a 15% discount on the Quest 3S for indoor summer fun, with Walmart also providing deals on the Quest 3S and other tech. Bobo VR's highly-rated headstraps for the Quest 3 are also available at a lower price on Prime Day exclusive deal. In the PC gaming space, Valve's Steam Machine has finally gone on sale, starting at $1,049 for the 512GB model without a controller, and MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld gaming PC is noted for its performance, albeit at a high price. Netflix is venturing into gaming with a new horror title that uses the smartphone for enhanced immersion, and the Star Wars game Galactic Racer is proving enjoyable.

Hardware & Storage

Prime Day has also brought notable discounts on storage solutions and audio equipment. Portable SSD prices are seeing some relief, with discounts on popular NVMe and external drives. Samsung has announced its next-generation UFS 5.0 storage standard, promising double the performance of UFS 4.1. For audio enthusiasts, Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are available for $198, and a wide range of headphones and earbuds are on sale starting at $33. The Wii M Pro Plus, a network streaming device and Chromecast Audio successor, has hit a new low price.

Meta & Smart Glasses

Meta is expanding its smart glasses offerings with three new AI-powered models, now priced at $299 and dropping the Ray-Ban branding in favor of partnerships, including one with Kylie Jenner. These new models include the Meta Adventurer, Meta Fury, and Meta Glasses by Kylie Jenner hands-on. The Ray-Ban Meta Optics lineup offers a premium fit and added features, though at a higher cost. In a philanthropic move, Meta is also donating Ray-Ban AI smart glasses to legally blind veterans. However, Meta faces scrutiny from its Oversight Board, which has suggested the company needs to do more to protect users from sexualized deepfakes, and has paused an employee tracking program after sensitive data was exposed company-wide.

Other Mobile & Tech News

Apple is reportedly working on an iPhone 18 Pro with a camera upgrade, and Samsung Display is rumored to be producing OLED panels for the foldable iPhone. Google's Pixel phones may gain an "Audio Memory" feature to record important conversations. The Samsung Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are expected to feature new designs and watch faces, with the Ultra 2 potentially replacing a Classic model design leaks. Consumer Cellular has launched SpeakEasy, a new brand targeting seniors over 75 with specialized phones. A new smartphone brand, Fire-Boltt, is reportedly preparing to enter the Indian market. China has reclaimed the top spot in supercomputer rankings by utilizing CPUs rather than GPUs ranking update. Oracle has laid off 21,000 employees, citing AI as a contributing factor workforce reduction.