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Last updated: July 10, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Samsung and Foldables Gear Up for Launches

Samsung is reportedly working on an AI accelerator chip for PCs, codenamed Gaia and built on a 4nm process Samsung working. The company's next Galaxy Unpacked event is confirmed for July 22 in London, with teasers hinting at a wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 form factor Samsung confirmed. Reservations for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 series have opened Samsung opened. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to feature a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip Samsung packing, and may borrow camera features from the Galaxy S26 Ultra. There's also speculation that the Galaxy Z Flip 8 could be the last iteration of Samsung's small foldable phone. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Tab S12+ and S12 Ultra are anticipated, possibly alongside the Galaxy S26 FE in early September. The Galaxy S26 series has already achieved significant sales in South Korea, moving 3 million units in under four months.

Smartphone Spec Leaks and Rumors

Details continue to emerge for upcoming smartphones. The Redmi Note 17 lineup is nearing its China launch, with confirmed battery capacity and display size information. The Pro model is expected to feature Gorilla Glass Victus. A new Redmi Note 17 Pro is also rumored to offer a five-year battery replacement guarantee. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is anticipated to launch in September with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip, alongside the Xiaomi 18 and 18 Pro Max. The Oppo Find N7, successor to the Find N6, is reportedly in development for a Q1 2027 release. HMD's Skyline successor, the HMD Skyline, has had images and specs leak, though significant upgrades are not expected. The Moto G77 Power has been unveiled in India, featuring a 7,000mAh battery and a 120Hz LCD. Motorola is also teasing the Edge 70 Max with magnetic wireless charging.

AI, Graphics, and Consumer Electronics

NVIDIA has announced "GeForce Trading Cards" that celebrate moments from PC gaming history NVIDIA launches. Google is rolling out a significant update to Google Health on Android, focusing on health stats and nap tracking. Gemini's reliability in Google Home is also improving with a July update. Google Photos is introducing "Video Remix," an AI feature to reimagine recorded memories. Meanwhile, Google is working on a cloud-free automatic backup to PCs for Android, though this feature will exclude Samsung devices. OpenAI has received permission to roll out GPT-5.6 to the public on July 9. Meta is developing an AI detection tool to identify images and video created with its models, and is also updating its smart glasses to disable the camera if the privacy light is tampered with. Amazon is reportedly working on a more powerful agentic Alexa assistant, codenamed 'Moonraker' Amazon is.

Wearables, Audio, and E-Ink Devices

The Pixel Watch 5 could see a price hike, according to recent leaks. Wear OS 7 has been released and is available for eligible Pixel Watch models. Sony has launched new IER-M500 in-ear monitors for professionals, priced at $120. Rollme's Air Cam earbuds combine open-style audio with an 8MP camera. Nothing's Ear 3a earbuds offer call recording and on-device storage for saved audio at $99. In the E-Ink space, the Pocket Mage digital assistant features a QWERTY keyboard and dual screens, and Big Me's Hibreak Dual 2 will combine an E Ink display with an LCD.

Gaming and Entertainment Tech

Retroid Pocket 5 and Flip 2 handhelds are receiving spec bumps, with a $10 price increase after July 14. Nintendo is making the Switch 2's battery user-replaceable starting this autumn in Europe. The Valve Steam Machine is reviewed, deemed not worth its asking price. Hasbro and Scooby Doo have collaborated on a unique Transformers figure.

Autonomous Vehicles and Industry News

The NHTSA has identified a pattern of autonomous vehicles interfering with first responders and is demanding solutions from AV makers. Waymo will soon operate fully autonomously in four additional cities without human supervisors: San Diego, Las Vegas, Tampa, and Denver. New York has become the first US state to ban smart glasses in all its courthouses New York.

Other Notable Tech and Announcements

Sony's RX10 V superzoom camera is now available with a 24-600mm lens and.1-megapixel sensor. The CE mark on electronics signifies compliance with EU standards for safety, health, and environmental protection CE mark. A guy who photographed Jupiter with a Game Boy Camera and a large telescope has published a DIY tutorial Guy who. iRobot has introduced a non-robotic floor cleaner. Marshall's Acton IV and Stanmore IV speakers feature customizable buttons. Fi Ultra pet tracker is utilizing T-Mobile's Starlink satellite service for coverage in rural areas Fi Ultra. A Lego Hubble Telescope set, containing 1,252 pieces, will go on sale August 1 for $140.