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Last updated: August 21, 2026, 8:48 AM ET

Smartphone Launches

vivo will debut the V80 Lite on September 3, following confirmation on the company's official Malaysia website after an early appearance on an Indian retailer's Instagram page. The phone's standout spec is a massive 10,000mAh battery aimed at endurance-focused buyers. Meanwhile, the Poco M8x launched today as India's first smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC, pairing the chip with a 120Hz display and a 7,900mAh battery.

Chip Manufacturing

TSMC is reportedly racing toward 1.6nm mass production in Q4, even though Qualcomm's first 2nm chips are still about a month away. The accelerated timeline suggests foundry competition is compressing node transitions faster than expected.

AI & Messaging

ChatGPT on Mac can now read and respond to Apple iMessages, thanks to a new OpenAI plugin that lets the assistant control the Messages app directly. The integration deepens AI assistants' reach into native platform experiences.

Wearables

The best Google Pixel Watch 5 screen protectors serve one essential purpose: deflecting scratches and cracks from everyday wear and exposure. Our reviewed roundup highlights durable options worth considering for the new wearable.