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Last updated: July 20, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Smartphone Launches and Deals

vivo has officially confirmed the, featuring a substantial 7,200mAh battery and a Zeiss Telephoto lens, with its design and color options also revealed. In other smartphone news, the Redmi Note 17 and 17 Pro have been unveiled in China, boasting impressive battery specifications, including an 8,000 mAh cell for the standard model. The Redmi Note 17 Pro is also seeing its. Meanwhile, deals are available for several devices: the, and Poco and Nothing phones are also on sale. Additionally, models sale with a free charger, and the Galaxy A37 has received a significant price cut.

New Devices and Leaks

Samsung is preparing for its, where it is expected to launch the new Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold, and Z Flip, with other devices possibly in the pipeline. J-Hope from BTS has ahead of its official unveiling. Camera and battery specifications for the, indicating minor camera upgrades. In other news, the, running Hyper OS, and is rumored for an August 2026 release. The Google Pixel 11 series launch event is being, with invites also sent out for a New York City event on August 12. Leaked specs for the Google Pixel 11a suggest it could be a strong contender. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is generating interest with its, and Motorola has since.

Market Trends and Analysis

Nothing is emerging as one of, despite a 10% decline in the overall Indian smartphone market in the second quarter. This growth contrasts with the situation for OnePlus, whose leaves a smartphone dilemma for US consumers. Weekly polls indicate that the, requiring a price cut to compete. The Tecno Pova 8 5G is noted for its, while the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra has priced at INR39,999. The iQOO Z11 Lite is also set to launch in India, with its price segment confirmed to be under INR20,000.

Camera and Audio Technology

A new proof has, stemming from a hack of an Apple partner. The Kodak EC35 has been released as a for $35, available in seven colors. In audio, dd HiFi's new entry-level IEMs, the Iris and Skyfall, are receiving praise for their quality at a budget price. Open-ear earbuds are also seeing a significant discount, with some models dropping 33% to their lowest price ever on Amazon.

Enterprise and Infrastructure

A bug in AWS has caused, with Amazon stating that displayed billing estimates do not reflect actual usage. In the realm of autonomous vehicles, Zoox has because its robotaxis may struggle to distinguish smoke. France has further restricted access to the prediction market Polymarket, with its gambling authority ordering ISPs to block the website.

Gaming and Entertainment

Indie game enthusiasts have several new titles to explore, including those focused on. In gaming hardware, the Redmagic Astra 2 is available, offering improvements over its predecessor with liquid cooling and an OLED panel. For home entertainment, the question of whether is being examined, and the Apple TV 4K's value proposition is questioned following a price hike, with alternatives like Fire TV and Roku suggested.

Software and AI

OpenAI will begin from Chat GPT due to policy violations. A security vulnerability has been discovered where an without verification. Signal is testing a feature to allow an. In app updates, the Google Health app on Android is focusing on.

Other Tech News

The US government has officially lifted the ban on TikTok on federal devices. Tesla is now selling a. The long-standing use of infrared technology in TV remotes is being explored, with reasons. Apple Watch users can learn how its, while Android users can optimize their typing experience with an.