Mobile News 8 Hours

Last updated: July 2, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Mobile Devices & Wearables

Samsung is removing the Vascular Load feature from Galaxy Watches in the U.S. this month, replacing it with a blood pressure trend monitoring option. The company is also offering a $350 discount on the unlocked Galaxy S26 Ultra for a limited time. In smart glasses, the Xreal ROG R1 is positioned as the company's most premium offering, aiming to replace traditional monitors with its advanced display capabilities. For fitness tracking, the Google Fitbit Air includes comprehensive sensors, though its automatic activity detection capabilities are under scrutiny. Samsung also plans to skip Exynos for its upcoming Galaxy A18 4G and 5G models, opting for Media Tek and other chipsets instead. Meanwhile, Motorola is set to unveil the Moto G77 Power on July 8th, with details emerging from an Indian retailer. The Oppo Reno16 series has debuted in India, featuring a new model alongside the global release.

Semiconductors & Manufacturing

Samsung detailed its future semiconductor node plans, including upcoming 2nm processes and a projected 1.4nm node by 2029. This advancement follows last year's unveiling of the Exynos 2600, the first 2nm smartphone chip. The ongoing memory chip shortage is reportedly forcing Apple to consider alternative RAM suppliers, a move described as potentially risky amidst the crunch.

AI & Software

Google's Gemini Omni is proving to be a powerful tool for video generation, allowing users to create videos from diverse media inputs like text, images, and audio on Pixel devices. Users experiencing issues with Pixel phones not receiving call notifications may find the problem lies with Google's native phone application. Opera has introduced a new security feature designed to prevent copy-paste attacks from malicious websites, enhancing user protection against clipboard hijacking.

Telecommunications & Connectivity

Tesla's vehicle deliveries saw a 25 percent increase year-over-year, with notable traction gained in Europe. Amazon is now ready to deploy its Leo satellite broadband service, though its current constellation is significantly smaller than SpaceX's Starlink. T-Mobile's latest "Member Month" perk has drawn criticism for offering a paid-for $60 jersey, which many users do not see as a valuable reward. Verizon, however, is offering substantial savings on phones through various July deals, applicable for new lines or trade-ins.

Gaming & Retro Tech

Capcom has moved up the release date for "Onimusha: Way of the Sword" to avoid the crowded release window leading up to "Grand Theft Auto." Efforts to revive the defunct 3DO console have failed after the developer realized it lacked the necessary rights.

Financial Markets & Investments

Donald Trump's financial disclosures reveal significant investments in technology stocks, coinciding with the announcement of his AI Action Plan. Meanwhile, Threads has become a hotbed for ubiquitous Mr. Beast spam, which is now understood to be part of a large-scale cryptocurrency scam network.