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Last updated: July 27, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Smartphone and Wearable Updates

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra are rumored to feature significantly upgraded battery capacities, with leaks suggesting a potential 5,000mAh for the S27 Pro and an even larger, though unspecified, capacity for the S27 Ultra. Meanwhile, Oppo officially the A7 Pro Max, boasting a massive 10,000mAh battery, and the Poco M8 Power is set to debut with an 8,000mAh battery next week as revealed by Poco India. The vivo X300 E has been made official in China, featuring a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a Zeiss-backed triple-rear camera system according to GSMArena. In the wearable space, Samsung skipped a Watch Ultra in 2025 but is now releasing the Galaxy Watch Ultra2, an improved iteration of the previous model. Additionally, Samsung is offering a free design tool for users to customize their Galaxy Watch faces as detailed by Engadget.

Software and Services

Apple has, both containing a substantial 78 security fixes, with similar updates also rolling out for mac OS. Google is reportedly working on a feature that would allow Pixel phones to unlock Pixel Watches, reversing the current functionality as noted by GSMArena. For its Gemini AI, Google is testing a "tuning" feature for its morning digest, aiming for more proactive and personalized assistance on Android devices. In terms of service integrations will soon receive Peacock at no additional cost starting early next year. Spotify is currently experiencing another major outage, impacting users once again as reported by Engadget.

Industry and Pricing Trends

Qualcomm reportedly to raise its processor prices by the end of the summer, a move that is expected to increase the cost of future smartphones. This follows an earlier report indicating that Qualcomm's chip prices are already going up, potentially making new phones more expensive as highlighted by Android Central. Google has also all but confirmed price increases for its upcoming Pixel 11 lineup, with its VP of Devices acknowledging the trend. In contrast, Samsung has hinted that its forthcoming Android XR smart glasses, the Galaxy Glasses, will be priced at a "reasonable level" while still targeting the premium market.

New Devices and Leaks

The One Plus 16 is rumored to launch in October, potentially bringing significant flagship upgrades, although its global availability might be limited according to GSMArena. Samsung's next tri-fold device, the rumored 2027 Tri Fold, could see wider availability and a more mainstream approach as suggested by Android Central. Honor is set to unveil its Robot Phone on August 12th, following an unboxing video leak reported by GSMArena. The Boox Picco, an even smaller e-reader, is also teased and nearing its debut. The Redmi Note 17 series will be heading to international markets, with pricing details leaking ahead of its global launch as noted by GSMArena.

Other Tech News

Amazon's Leo subsidiary is an additional 5,105 satellites for its direct-to-mobile service, having already launched over. NVIDIA has launched the "Open Secure AI Alliance" initiative, bringing together major tech companies to enhance cybersecurity as reported by Engadget. In the gaming world, a new open-world Far Cry game is reportedly in development after an extraction shooter was canceled according to Engadget. Roku is increasing prices across its hardware range, attributing the hikes to industry-wide memory shortages as detailed by Engadget.