Mobile News 3 Days

Last updated: June 24, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Mobile Tech & Gaming

Rockstar announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch at a $80 price point when pre-orders commence on June 25th at midnight. Meanwhile, Redmi confirmed the upcoming launch of its K90 Ultra next week, revealing key design elements and specifications. In the foldable market, a new leak suggests Samsung's 2026 foldables may offer expanded color options and up to 1TB of storage, while Oppo is already developing the Find X10 Ultra, with its successor to the recently launched Find X9 Ultra not expected this year.

Smartphones & Wearables

Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 has surfaced in new renders, following a series of leaks. The company is also rumored to be preparing for its next Unpacked event in London on July 22nd, where it may unveil the Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra, and Z Flip8, alongside the Galaxy Watch Ultra. Tecno's EllaClaw AI agent is receiving an update with cross-app automation and system-level device optimization. The Nothing Phone (4b) has been spotted on Geekbench, with the device slated for a July 7th launch in India and select global markets. In the premium segment, a deal offers the Pixel 10 Pro XL at a $315 discount, potentially luring iPhone users to Android with its enhanced cameras and AI features. The Samsung Galaxy A15 4G is now receiving the stable One UI 8.5 update. Honor X80 Pro Max launched in China, boasting an 11,000 mAh battery, the largest to date on a mainstream smartphone.

Deals & Discounts

Prime Day is delivering significant savings across various tech categories. Sony's entry-level OLED TV has hit a record low price, while Samsung's T9 portable SSDs are discounted by up to 39%, offering relief from rising storage costs. For entertainment, a Google TV projector and 200-inch screen is on sale, ideal for watching the FIFA World Cup. Marshall's Emberton III Bluetooth speaker is available for $99, down from $129. Gamers can find a Meta Quest gift card deal, effectively a "money duplication glitch." Amazon is offering discounts of up to 45% on Kindle e-readers, including Paperwhite and Scribe models. Xreal's wearable TV smart glasses are also at their best price for Prime Day. UGREEN's 8GB NAS is 20% off, and their Plex NAS models are at an all-time low. Samsung's Galaxy Buds 4 Pro have reached their lowest price ever, and the Galaxy Tab S11 is discounted by $265, serving as a compelling laptop alternative. Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are available for $198, and a wide array of headphones and earbuds deals start at $33. Google Pixel deals offer up to 25% off Pixel 10 phones and wearables. Garmin smartwatches are seeing discounts of up to 50%. Best Buy's Tech Fest sale presents over 25 Android deals, aiming to compete with Amazon. Amazon UK Prime Day includes offers on Xiaomi, Galaxy, and Poco smartphones. The Nothing Phone 4a Pro is $90 off. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and refurbished iPhone 17 Pro units are discounted on Amazon US. Google Pixel 10 deals are available for back-to-school shopping. UGREEN NAS models are on sale, and the Steam Machine is priced at $1,049 for the 512GB version and $1,349 for the 2TB, without a controller.

AI & Software

Google has settled an early test case concerning social media's impact on children. Meta has unveiled its new Meta Glasses in collaboration with Essilor Luxottica, offering AI-powered smart glasses in three frame styles, including a special edition with Kylie Jenner. Meta is reportedly directing the development of its own prediction market. Netflix's new horror game utilizes smartphones for enhanced immersion, controlling star Zoë Kravitz's hands. Anthropic has introduced @Claude for Slack, integrating its AI assistant into the communication platform. Apple's iOS 27 beta 2 includes features like Write with Siri and inline RCS message replies. Superhuman has acquired AI authenticity service GPTZero, a move that raises questions given Superhuman's focus on AI writing assistance. Amazon's Alexa+ AI chatbot is expanding to India, with Hindi language support. Samsung and OpenAI have signed a significant enterprise deal, with Samsung serving as a supplier for OpenAI's AI chips. The Meta Oversight Board has called for improved measures to protect individuals from sexualized deepfakes. Google's Pixels may soon feature an "Audio Memory" function to record important conversations. OpenAI has launched Patch the Planet, a cybersecurity initiative within its Daybreak program. A24 is receiving $75 million from Google to develop AI tools for film production. Honor is developing Privacy Display technology for its upcoming flagships, a feature Samsung may offer to competitors. Samsung is reportedly testing its Privacy Display feature for the Galaxy S27 Pro.

Displays & Home Entertainment

HDMI 2.0 vs 2.1 standards are likely unnecessary for basic streaming services like Netflix. Instagram for TV is expanding its availability to major TV brands in the US, following its debut on Amazon Fire TV and Google TV. It is now available on Samsung TVs in the US. China has regained the top spot in supercomputer rankings, utilizing CPUs rather than GPUs.

Storage & Connectivity

Samsung's UFS 5.0 storage is poised to significantly improve phone performance, particularly for AI applications, with production targeted for Q4. This new standard aims to deliver massive read/write speeds. Thunderbolt 4 and 5 cables are expensive due to their internal complexity.

Miscellaneous

Rockstar is set to charge $80 for Grand Theft Auto. Oracle has laid off 21,000 employees over the past year, citing AI as a contributing factor. Alibaba is suing the US government to be removed from a list of firms linked to the Chinese military. Tesla's autopilot system was involved in a fatal crash in Texas when it collided with a home. Netflix's horror game, "Black Mirror: Bandersnatch," uses your phone for immersion. Valve's Steam Machine gaming PC is launching at a price point exceeding $1,000 for the 512GB model, without a controller. Consumer Cellular's SpeakEasy brand is launching for individuals over, offering two specialized phones.