Mobile News 3 Days

Last updated: July 19, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Smartphone and Tablet Releases

Samsung unveiled latest at Galaxy Unpacked 2026, including the Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold, and Z Flip. Boy band member J-Hope ahead of the official announcement. Camera and battery specifications for the Z Flip, Fold, and Fold 8 Ultra. Meanwhile, Xiaomi in China, with the Note 17 boasting an 8,000 mAh battery. Global memory options for the Redmi Note 17 Pro were also revealed. Oppo is preparing to launch the standard K15, featuring an 8,000mAh battery and an in-built cooling fan next week. The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra for INR39,999. iQOO confirmed that the Z11 Lite will be priced under INR20,000 in India. Lava's Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G specs were revealed, with the Virat V1 launch rescheduled to July 24th.

Motorola debuted Edge, featuring a large battery and Qi2.2 support, and later clarifying its software update policy for the device. One Plus has exited the European and North American markets, a move that leaves a significant gap for Android users in the US. In deals, the iPhone Air is £200 off, and Poco and Nothing phones are also on sale. The Nothing Phone (4b), with poll results suggesting a price cut is urgently needed.

Google is preparing for the Pixel 11 series launch, with invites for an event in India already sent out. The Pixel 11 Pro XL and Pixel 10 Pro XL. Google's "a-series" device, the Pixel 11a, has had its specs leaked, with potential for it to be the best yet. Deals on the Pixel, Pro, and 10 Pro XL are available, with Amazon slashing $300 off the Pixel 10 Pro.

Samsung's mobile division, despite overall record profits for Samsung Electronics. Reports of a red screen issue on the Galaxy S26 Ultra have been acknowledged by Samsung, with a fix in progress. Renderings of the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra have surfaced, reportedly showing little change from previous models.

Wearables, Audio, and Accessories

The Kodak EC35, available in seven colors for $35. Apple Watch's water lock feature to prevent accidental input. dd HiFi's new entry-level IEMs, the Iris and Skyfall, are described as ridiculously good. Open-ear earbuds at Amazon, reaching their lowest price ever. UGREEN NAS deals are available on Amazon, including discounts on their "best starter NAS." Mophie's latest travel charging kit for Apple users has sparked envy among Google Pixel users who desire similar accessories.

Tech Industry and Infrastructure

NASA shared a timelapse of the Psyche spacecraft's view as it passed Mars on its journey to an asteroid. Infrared technology despite the existence of Bluetooth. France has to the prediction market Polymarket by ordering ISPs to block its website. A bug in AWS, with displayed billing estimates not reflecting actual usage. Coca-Cola's dairy company, fairlife, halting US operations.

US government devices will no longer have a TikTok ban. OpenAI will begin if their teen accounts are flagged for policy violations concerning violence. An API for has been released. Zoox has issued a software recall for its robotaxis, as they. Verizon Fios.

Gaming and Entertainment

Bethesda detailed future for Fallout and other franchises, including remasters of Fallout 3 and New Vegas, and a new Fallout game from Obsidian. Indie games like "Moss in 2D" and AI-run "utopias" are. The God of War show recast Kratos due to an injury sustained by the previous actor. The Odyssey in IMAX.

Other Notable Tech

Samsung's Freestyle+ projector. Tesla is selling a $225 balance bike for toddlers as a nod to future buyers. The Apple TV 4K following a price hike, with Fire TV and Roku presented as alternatives. Chinese solar company LONGi with 35.5 percent efficiency. Android Auto users can now convert to wireless with an adapter. Google's Health app in a recent Android update. Pinwheel's Home series debuts as a modern landline phone for kids. Smart appliances, and users can find out what theirs tracks.