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Last updated: May 27, 2026, 5:36 PM ET

Mobile Market & Devices US smartphone market shrunk 3% in Q1 2026 to 33.4 million units, with analysts forecasting further declines through 2026. Despite the overall contraction, Boost Mobile launched a promotional offer providing three months of unlimited service for $10/month before rising to $25/month for life. For consumers with sensitivity to display flicker, Android Central published a guide highlighting the best phones with PWM/flicker-friendly displays for 2026.

Wearable Tech & Audio Ultrahuman, known for its smart rings, expanded into red light therapy with the $249 Photon device now available for pre-order. Audio enthusiasts received good news as Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones dropped to their lowest recorded price ever, offering premium noise cancellation at a more accessible price point.

Gaming Hardware Gamers faced price increases as Valve raised Steam Deck prices by as much as $300, while ASUS introduced the ROG Zephyrus Duo - a high-performance gaming laptop with a dual-screen design that reviewers describe as "outrageously expensive, totally awesome."

Mobile Processors & Chipsets Media Tek unveiled the Dimensity 8550 featuring LLM Booster and support for Gemini Nano V3, building on their earlier Dimensity 8500 architecture. Meanwhile, Huawei announced a 3nm-like Kirin chip for its upcoming Mate 90 series, continuing the company's push in semiconductor technology despite international restrictions.

Software & AI Developments Google enhanced AI overviews in Search by adding Preferred Sources to improve credibility, while Motorola faced backlash for inserting affiliate codes into Amazon orders, which the company claimed was "unintended."

Entertainment & Gaming Bungie announced Marathon's first open play week starting June 2, revealing details about the game's new season. Square Enix rebooted development on Dragon Quest XII, now titled "Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams," signaling renewed commitment to the iconic RPG franchise.

Home Entertainment Sony launched its True RGB Bravia TV lineup featuring independently driven red, green, and blue lights, and expanded its audio offerings with the Theater Trio - a three-speaker setup designed to flank TVs for enhanced home theater experiences.

Connectivity Solutions For users seeking reliable home internet without running physical cables, Engadget published a guide on modern adapters that allow for wired internet connections without traditional Ethernet installations.