Mobile News 3 Days

Last updated: June 25, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Mobile Devices & Smartphones

Samsung's Galaxy S26 and Xiaomi 17 flagships, both featuring 6.3-inch displays, are available at discounted prices during Prime Day Amazon UK. The Galaxy S26, in particular, sees a record-smashing deal that positions it as a compelling alternative to the Ultra model Android Central. Further bolstering Samsung's offerings, the Galaxy A27 5G has arrived with modest upgrades, including a stronger chipset and a refined design with thinner bezels and a punch-hole camera Engadget. In a similar vein, Oppo has globally launched its Reno16 series, with the Reno16 and Reno16 Pro receiving some specification changes from their Chinese counterparts GSMArena. The brand also introduced the Reno16 F and Reno16 FS models, boasting a 50MP ultrawide selfie camera and an AI Snap Key GSMArena.

Nothing is preparing to release its entry-level Phone 4b on July 7, with official design reveals and Geekbench sightings confirming its upcoming arrival Engadget, GSMArena. This budget-friendly device is positioned as an iPhone alternative, with the Nothing Phone 4a Pro already seeing a significant Prime Day discount Android Central. Meanwhile, Apple's hardware prices have seen a general increase Engadget, though the ultra-thin iPhone Air is available at a 28% discount for Prime Day GSMArena. The company is also reportedly beginning mass production of the iPhone Ultra GSMArena.

Google is expanding its financial services with the standalone Google Finance app now available on Android, with an iOS version forthcoming Engadget. The tech giant is also preparing for significant changes in its app store policies, allowing developers to offer alternative billing methods in the US, UK, and Europe starting June 30 Engadget. For Pixel users, the latest Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5 is rolling out, addressing a major user-facing issue Android Central.

Gaming & Entertainment

The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 is nearing its release on June 25th, with Rockstar Games confirming an $80 price point for the physical edition Engadget. To enhance the gaming experience, several related deals are available. High-end Samsung OLED TVs are significantly discounted, with one model seeing a $1,300 price reduction, making it an ideal companion for GTA 6 Android Central. Ambient RGB lights for living rooms are also on offer to prepare for the game's immersive setting Android Central.

Sony has announced substantial layoffs at its Bungie studio, impacting developers working on franchises like Destiny and Marathon, with studio head Justin Truman stepping down Engadget. On the hardware front, Xbox is testing support for longer gamertags, potentially increasing their character limit to 15 Engadget. The gaming accessory market is also seeing Prime Day deals, with Game Sir's top mobile gaming controller available for $63 Android Central, and the 8Bit Do Arcade Controller Pro receiving a subtle update for fighting game enthusiasts Engadget.

Wearables & Smartwatches

Prime Day is offering significant discounts on a wide array of smartwatches. The Samsung Galaxy Watch, praised for its stylish design and low profile, is over $130 off Android Central, while its Classic variant also sees a substantial $165 discount Android Central. The Google Pixel Watch 4 is at its lowest price ever, making it an opportune time for upgrades, with official Spigen bands also available at up to 67% off Android Central. Budget-conscious consumers can find the CMF Watch 3 Pro for just $61 Android Central. Samsung's health data from its wearable devices will be shared with clinical research firm Alcedis as part of a new partnership GSMArena. Concerns about smartwatch capabilities, such as sleep apnea detection, remain, with current devices tracking indicators rather than providing diagnoses Engadget.

Tech & Gadgets

IBM has announced a significant advancement in semiconductor technology, claiming to have created the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip Engadget. This development comes amid rising phone prices attributed to AI advancements, though Samsung's UFS 5.0 storage aims to boost AI performance with massive read/write speeds, targeting Q4 production Android Central. In smart home technology, Google's latest speaker offers a modest update for the Gemini era, prompting questions about Gemini's effectiveness as a smart home assistant Engadget.

Amazon is offering substantial discounts on its Fire brand devices during Prime Day Android Central. For those seeking immersive entertainment, several deals on projectors are available, including a 300-inch Full HD option ideal for watching the FIFA World Cup Android Central. Meta Quest gamers can also benefit from discounted gift cards, effectively duplicating value Android Central.

Audio & Accessories

Audio deals are prominent during Prime Day, with Sony's popular WH-1000XM5 headphones available for $198 Android Central. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Elevens are also seeing a 30% discount, making their premium sound more accessible Android Central. For portable listening, Marshall's Emberton III Bluetooth speaker is priced at $99, down from its usual $129 Android Central.

Other Notable Developments

OpenAI has released an upgraded free model for Chat GPT, enhancing its contextual understanding Engadget. The company has also partnered with Broadcom to develop an AI chip named "Jalapeño" Engadget. In a move that raises questions about data privacy, Russia has allegedly used a Cellebrite forensics platform to hack an activist's phone, despite Cellebrite claiming the hardware predates sanctions and was used without consent Engadget. Google has settled an early legal case concerning social media's harm to children Engadget.