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Last updated: August 1, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Mobile Devices and Wearables

Samsung's upcoming S27 Ultra is expected to feature a significant overhaul, including a large 5,700mAh silicon-carbon battery and a redesigned camera island . conflicting rumors suggest that two major upgrades might be omitted from the Galaxy S27 Ultra . Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been confirmed to exist, with hints that it will launch this year, though pricing is rumored to be higher than expected for budget-conscious buyers . Leaked renders of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold indicate a familiar design with a refined camera bar, a new Pine finish, and an enlarged flash . Google is also teasing the Pixel 11 Pro, highlighting a new "Pixel Glow" feature and a potential camera bar upgrade . iPhone Air 2 is reportedly slated for a Q1 2027 release, according to investment analyst Jeff Pu . Motorola is preparing to enter the flagship smartwatch market with the Moto Watch Ultra, as revealed by leaked renders .

Smartphones and Software Updates

OnePlus N6x has launched in India, offering a more affordable option with a Dimensity 6360 Apex chipset and a 7,000mAh battery . Huawei is set to unveil the nova 16 SE next week, alongside updated Mate Pad Pro and Mate Book Fold devices . Xiaomi Pad 8S Pro is reportedly in development, featuring Xiaomi's next self-developed chipset . Honor officially announced the unveiling date for Magic OS, based on Android, for its Magic V6 . Android 17 Beta 8 has been released, addressing a persistent audio bug for Pixel users and improving the preview's usability before the stable September release .

Audio and Accessories

CMF Nothing is preparing to launch its first OWS earbuds, the Clip Pro, in August . Samsung is reportedly working on Galaxy Buds with an ear hook design, potentially targeting fitness enthusiasts and competing with brands like Shokz . Samsung Galaxy Smart Tag3 is rumored to feature a new shape, continuing the evolution of Samsung's item trackers .

Gaming and Entertainment

Sony plans to discontinue PS5 game discs despite customer backlash, responding to criticism during its latest earnings call . Xbox has stated that game discs should have functioned correctly during a recent outage, with a fix for the error expected soon . Super Mario is confirmed as the next Game Cube title to be added to the Nintendo Switch . Pokémon Pokopia receive its first DLC on August 5th for the Switch, introducing a new underwater area and a dive mechanic . PSP classic Lumines has been released on iOS and Android with a free trial option .

AI and Emerging Technologies

Earth's Nano Banana 2 update allows users to leverage AI for city reworks and estate planning . However, Google rolled back some of its AI image generation tools in Google Earth after they were available for less than a day . The EU will mandate labels on authentic-looking AI content starting August 2nd, citing customer and democracy protection . Snapchat cracking down on AI-generated content in its Spotlight feature, with such videos no longer appearing in public recommendations . LinkedIn testing an "AI slop" reporting tool and removing some of its own AI writing features . Major music are calling for AI-generated songs to be banned from global music charts due to the daily upload of tens of thousands of such tracks . new Friend pendant, an AI wearable, has been updated with a speaker and new models, continuing its controversial approach to AI use .

Industry and Market Trends

Global smartphone have fallen by six percent, attributed to the ongoing memory cost crisis, though Apple and Samsung have seen their market share increase . Qualcomm officially confirmed a price hike for its Snapdragon chipsets across the board . Global smartphone shipments are down 15% in the first half of 2026 due to the memory chip shortage impacting OEMs . Samsung's mobile has posted its first-ever loss, a consequence of soaring memory prices, while its chip division sees profit growth . Apple may not be able to meet customer demand in Q3, according to CEO Tim Cook's last investor call before stepping down .

Other Notable News

FBI issued a warning after cyberattacks impacted water facilities in seven US states . SpaceXAI expects it will take a year to fully remove unpermitted gas turbines from its Mississippi data center, following accusations of violating the Clean Air Act . Amazon's Zoox become the first steering wheel-free robotaxi to receive regulatory approval for paid rides from the NHTSA . Waymo has resumed highway operations after a temporary pause following incidents where its robotaxis entered construction zones . EU's Right to Repair directive is now in effect, aiming to simplify the repair of electronic devices .