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Last updated: July 20, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Samsung Gears Up for Major Foldable and Smartwatch Launch

Samsung's highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event is set to take place on July 22nd in London, where the company is expected to unveil its next generation of foldable smartphones and new smartwatches. Leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 confirm upgraded specifications, including a thinner and brighter display. The upcoming lineup is rumored to include the Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8. The Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Fold, and Z Flip 8 are expected to feature slim camera upgrades and potentially new battery specifications. Boy band BTS member J-Hope has also teased the Galaxy Z Fold 8 ahead of its official launch. Supply chain reports indicate Samsung plans to produce more standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 units than the Fold 8 Ultra and Flip 8 models. The company is also reportedly working on the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, though early renderings suggest minimal design changes. Samsung has also acknowledged a red screen issue affecting the Galaxy S26 Ultra, with a fix reportedly underway.

Android Auto and AI Features See Notable Updates

Google Maps within Android Auto is finally receiving a long-awaited feature: a live, color-changing speedometer, though its rollout will be gradual. For those looking to streamline their car's connectivity, adapters are now available to easily convert Android Auto to a wireless experience. On the AI front, a vulnerability in Android's lock screen has been discovered, allowing Gemini to send SMS messages without requiring user verification. Meanwhile, the Google Health app has received an update on Android, enhancing its Nutrition Logging capabilities with the addition of "custom foods" and other improvements. For users seeking to improve their typing speed on Android, an "ancient but underrated feature" is highlighted as a method to increase efficiency.

New Chipsets and Smartphone Releases on the Horizon

Qualcomm is reportedly developing a new chipset, expected to be named the Snapdragon 4 Gen, with leaked details suggesting it