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Last updated: August 4, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Smartphone Launches and Leaks

Redmi K100 Pro is set to feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, with its design and key specifications recently revealed. Honor's long-awaited Robot Phone will be fully unveiled on August 12, and the company has already confirmed details about its cameras. Marketing materials for the Google Pixel 11 Pro have leaked, confirming some of its specifications and revealing a design similar to its predecessors. The budget Xiaomi Redmi 17 4G has gone on sale in Europe before its official announcement, indicating an imminent release. Oppo is reportedly testing the Find X10 Ultra with two telephoto camera options for its 10x optical zoom. Oppo F35 family is expected to launch in India, with the Find X9s Pro potentially joining them. Oppo has detailed the camera setup and rugged build of the A7 Pro Max, which is slated for unveiling on August 4. Full specifications for the vivo S2 have leaked ahead of its expected August 6 launch in India, revealing a 6.83-inch 1.5K 120Hz curved display. Samsung is considering dropping the 10MP 3x telephoto camera from the Galaxy S27 Ultra, a sensor that has been in use since the Galaxy S21 Ultra. Galaxy S27 Pro will reportedly receive a 12MP telephoto camera, as part of Samsung's rumored new Pro model in the S27 lineup. Fold 8 preorder deals are live, with T-Mobile offering the foldable phone for free with an eligible trade-in and new line. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's new processor, brighter screens, and chassis tweaks are nice, but the updates do not do enough to earn the 'ultra' tag. Samsung's new foldable has arrived, but Google's previous-generation Pixel 10 Pro Fold is already ahead in a few key areas. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra nearly perfects the big-screen Samsung foldable, but Galaxy Z Fold 6 users might still hold onto their S Pen. Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 are currently available alongside the company's latest smartwatches. Select variants of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 are on sale. The Galaxy Z Fold, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8 offer different foldable options, with Samsung positioning these devices for distinct consumer types. Users are wondering about the reusability of their Galaxy Z Fold 7 cases on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. Last week's poll asked which of Samsung's new foldables caught your attention, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 was the clear winner, though its price tag is a deterrent. an app that was not yet released. Gemini Spark now has Chrome web-browsing capabilities, allowing it to use logged-in accounts and saved passwords for web errands. Gemini's new Android overlay adds a slick background blur for a cleaner, more integrated feel. Google is rumored to be developing a tracker called the "Pixel Tag" to help users keep tabs on their belongings. Google Earth is getting the Nano Banana 2 treatment, enabling users to leverage AI for city reworks or estate plans. The European Union has announced new AI rules that are now enforceable across the bloc. SP, a Game Boy Advance SP remake, will be available on August 5 starting at $65, with early bird pricing offered. Smartwatches and smart rings offer different approaches to health tracking. You can change and customize your Apple Watch face with its various options. Wireless earbuds are a saturated market, but the top picks have been tested and reviewed. Bluetooth multipoint is a feature that some modern headphones and earbuds still lack, despite being a must-have. games are reportedly coming to PC, suggesting Xbox may be preparing for an all-digital future. Ayaneo has revealed its Game Boy Advance remake, the Konkr Pocket Advance, which will be released in navy and orange colorways. The PlayStation 5's lifespan and Sony's future support for the console are being considered. Honda has a new partner for the advancement of solid-state battery technology, signaling significant changes for its EV line. Silicon carbon batteries are being adopted by major Chinese smartphone makers and now Samsung in its new Fold lineup. The lifespan of a new MacBook is a significant consideration due to hardware obsolescence and ended support. (REF:11,50,33,52,54,

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