Mobile News 3 Days

Last updated: August 10, 2026, 11:57 AM ET

Pixel 11 Series and Google's Upcoming Event

Google’s August 12 “Made by Google” event is set to unveil the Pixel 11 series, the Pixel Watch, and possibly its first smart tag. A carrier leak has already given us an early look at the Pixel 11 Pro XL in matte black, revealing a larger camera housing and a new “HiLight” flash. Google’s Pixel Watch video teaser mocks competitors’ designs ahead of the launch. Android Central is live blogging the event and everything leading up to it. Meanwhile, a weekly roundup of leaks also covered the Redmi K100 Pro, Galaxy S27, and Pixel 11 specs.

Samsung Galaxy Foldables and Deals

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 has won over reviewers — one tester says it changed their mind about foldables, praising the wider screen and pocketable design. A comprehensive photo comparison pits the Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra against Motorola’s latest foldables across 1,000 shots. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is also now available, and we’ve rounded up the best deals including trade-ins and gift cards. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip8, Z Fold8, and Z Fold8 Ultra are all seeing early discounts out of the gate.

Foldable iPhone and Apple Rumors

Apple is still working on its first foldable iPhone, but a new report claims the company is already planning its second- and third-generation successors with larger displays. Luxury modifier Caviar may have spilled the beans on the iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro design, specs, and release date by starting pre-orders for customized units. On the software side, Samsung’s Galaxy S23 FE will get Android 17-based One UI 9 as its last major upgrade.

Xiaomi, Redmi, and iQOO Launches

Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi 17 4G and Redmi 17 5G, sharing identical looks and key specs. The Redmi 17C 5G has appeared as a rebrand of the Redmi 15C 5G. iQOO confirmed the launch date of the Neo11 Ultra and Z11s in China, revealing their design and key specs.

Motorola, One Plus, and Other OEMs

Motorola’s Moto G Max is headed to India with a Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 and a 7,000mAh battery. Leaked renders of the Motorola Edge 70 Neo show four colors and a 200MP camera. The Moto Pad 70 has been announced with a 12.1” 90Hz display and 5G. One Plus is leaving Europe and North America, offering a free 50W wireless charger as a parting gift. Lava announced the Smart 4 with specs reminiscent of 2016. The REDMAGIC Astra 2 gaming tablet goes on sale August 26 with early access discounts.

Samsung Galaxy A18, Price Hikes, and Wallet Updates

The Samsung Galaxy A18 has appeared on Geekbench, revealing key specs ahead of an expected launch. Samsung India has increased prices of entry-level Galaxy A, F, and M-series models due to component cost rises. A new update lets you share Samsung Wallet items through Quick Share.

Smartwatch and Wearable News

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 review highlights a thinner, tougher design. A tester wore four top smartwatches through a Spartan race, 12 miles of running, and sleep tracking to find the ultimate fitness companion. The Apple Watch ECG feature is explained for those who didn’t know it existed.

Audio and Accessories

Sony is reportedly working on a reboot of its WH-1000XM4 headphones as a cheaper XM4C model. A separate report confirms Sony may be reviving the 2020 flagship to save buyers money. The Dell XPS 13 (2026) review calls it a MacBook Neo alternative that needs more RAM.

App Stores, Payments, and Digital Content

Google Play now accepts Venmo payments. An Android app store competitor, Aptoide Games, is now available in the Play Store. X is replacing its revenue-sharing program with an original content rewards program after September 7. The debate over digital vs. physical gaming continues as more companies move away from discs and cartridges.

Data Breaches and Security

Valve warned that data of European Steam hardware customers was “likely compromised.” Framework also suffered a data breach where customer information was accessed, though no payment info was exposed. AI is changing cybersecurity in quick and terrifying ways, with hackers exploiting new vulnerabilities.

AI and Software Updates

Meta released a slimmed-down open-source Muse Glimmer AI model that can run on a single computer. A comparison between Claude and ChatGPT highlights differences in response quality. You can now use Claude’s voice mode for vocal interactions.

Connectivity and How-To Guides

A guide explains the differences between Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and 2.4G wireless devices. Another covers wired vs. wireless CarPlay. Your phone’s USB-C port does a lot more than charge — here’s what else it can do. Learn how to format a USB drive on Windows, and the downsides of switching from iPhone to Android. Air Tags are water-resistant to IP67 — here’s what to know.

Gaming and Entertainment

A Mario Kart 64 VR mod brings the classic racer to first-person — not for the queasy. The new Overwatch hero D.Mon is part-D.Va, part-Reinhardt. Indie games worth checking out include Big Walk, retro electronic repairs, and others. Static Hour challenges you to be the arbiter of truth and fear in a newsroom.

Retro and Feature Phones

How to connect a retro GameCube to a modern TV and get the best battery life from retro handheld consoles. A weekly poll asks: do you use a feature phone? Another poll finds that smart glasses are a solution looking for a problem.

Industry Moves and Investments

SK Hynix promises to invest over $38 billion in new DRAM and NAND fabs. The Trump administration spent another $1.2 billion to cancel offshore wind farm projects. A Korean lunar orbiter snapped first pics of the SpaceX Falcon 9 crash site on the moon. NASA plans to use existing Mars rover tech to explore the moon.

Laptop and Tablet News

Asus and Lenovo are preparing new “Googlebooks” for IFA, with alleged renders surfacing. The Motorola Moto Pad 70 was announced with a 12.1” 90Hz display and 5G. The REDMAGIC Astra 2 gaming tablet brings liquid cooling to tablets.

Deals Roundup

Along with the Galaxy Z Flip8 deals, there are discounts on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, iPhone 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Ultra on Amazon UK. A comparison of Elite vs. base Android flagship chips tests Motorola’s foldables.

Fitness and VR

Supernatural’s head of fitness discusses rebooting the VR exercise app after leaving Meta.

Miscellaneous

A weekly poll asks do you use a feature phone? Smart glasses poll results show low adoption.