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Last updated: July 22, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Samsung Dominates Foldable and Smartwatch Launches

Samsung has officially unveiled its latest lineup of foldable smartphones, including the and Galaxy Z series, with a hands-on comparison of the available. The Galaxy Z is also part of the new releases. Pricing details for the and Z Flip8 have been released. T-Mobile is already offering the with eligible trade-ins and new lines. For those considering a purchase, guides are available on and which Z. Screen protectors and cases for the are also being highlighted. The Galaxy Z is available in four colors. Samsung’s new foldables are powered by Snapdragon chips series features significant battery upgrades thanks to silicon-carbon battery technology. Despite the advancements, the still skips S Pen support, focusing instead on AI-powered productivity. Production plans suggest Samsung will produce more than the Fold8 Ultra and Flip8. In the smartwatch space, the and Series 9 have been reviewed, with leaked specs and pricing for the and Galaxy Watch also emerging. The Galaxy Watch represents a modest update over its predecessor. Samsung is also making strides in health tech, with the receiving FDA clearance for sleep apnea detection, and a new being developed.

AI and Smart Glasses Take Center Stage

Samsung's new Galaxy devices are heavily leveraging AI capabilities, fueled by next-generation Snapdragon chips. Google is also integrating Gemini updates for foldables and glasses. Samsung provided a hands-on look at its upcoming, addressing public perception challenges. Halliday is also pushing AI in meetings with its, offering live insights, though privacy concerns surrounding its always-listening mic are noted. Meta's own smart glasses, while offering similar functionality to their Ray-Ban counterparts. The concept of smart glasses is being re-examined, with one company asking. On the software front, Substack is introducing an to combat AI-generated content. Google is also reportedly developing a significant accessibility feature for Gboard that would support.

Mobile Gaming and Entertainment Updates

The popular game Poinpy has returned and is now completely free on Android and iPhone, after its previous absence from Netflix games. Xbox is bringing to PC, complete with achievement support. PlayStation Plus is in August 2026, including Dead Island. Netflix is also expanding accessibility with for dozens of kids' shows and movies.

New Phones, Features, and Market Trends

HMD has unveiled the, described as its "most affordable water and dust-resistant feature phone." One Plus has teased the for its upcoming N-series smartphone in India, the One Plus N6x. Xiaomi is reportedly working on the and has had its certified for sale in China. The Xiaomi 18 is slated for an early India launch without an Ultra variant. The Indian smartphone market saw a in Q2, according to Omdia. Xiaomi is also reportedly as the memory market normalizes. The vivo S2 and vivo X300 are also on the horizon, with the latter featuring a large battery and Zeiss lens. The Oppo A7 is expected soon with a substantial 10,000mAh battery.

Connectivity, Charging, and Display Technology

USB-B's lack of widespread adoption compared to USB-A and USB-C is being explored in an article. For charging, Cuktech's offers high-speed charging for multiple devices simultaneously, while Satechi's provides a compact, four-port solution with real-time charging details. Amazon's Adaptive Display accessibility feature is officially rolling out to Fire TVs. The Galaxy S26 has received a fix for its Privacy Display flaw in the One UI 9 Beta, and Samsung is investigating a "red screen" issue affecting some units.

Other Notable Tech News

Best Buy's "Black Friday in July" sale is offering significant discounts on. The UK is set to legalize on August 27, with the first UL 3700-compliant plug-in solar microinverter now available in the US for smaller-scale installations. Tesla has teased its Cybercab with an integrated Starlink V5 antenna. Garmin has launched the CIRQA, a screenless fitness band that operates without a subscription. Apple devices have an average lifespan that is fairly consistent. In the realm of entertainment, the film and series "" will be available to stream on Hulu starting July 24. Sony has filed another lawsuit against the. The EU's Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive is explained, detailing the meaning of the on electronics.