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Last updated: May 13, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Mobile Software & Updates

Samsung is actively strengthening its Device Care application, rolling out version 13.8.80.7 which introduces a highly anticipated feature capable of blocking applications that incessantly spam users with advertisements in notifications. Separately, Google offered further insights into the functionality of its 'Magic Pointer' feature, confirming that the capability is already accessible within the standard Chrome browser on desktop devices.

Flagship Deployments & Pricing

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra and its companion Find X9s model are officially slated for an Indian market debut next week, following their initial unveiling in China on April 21, focusing heavily on camera capabilities. Meanwhile, potential buyers eyeing a compact Android flagship must weigh cost against features; the Vivo X300 FE presents a more manageable form factor than the Pro variant but carries a prohibitive price tag given its comparative feature set.

Wearables Pipeline

Speculation surrounding Samsung's augmented reality hardware suggests that the company’s long-rumored smart glasses may finally launch in July, scheduled to appear alongside new iterations of their foldable smartphones and other wearables.