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Last updated: July 2, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Mobile Devices & Tech

Apple is reportedly targeting a production of 10 million units for its rumored foldable iPhone Ultra, slated for a September debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series foldable iPhone Ultra production. In parallel, Google has released Beta 6 for Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel users, signaling readiness for the full quarterly update Android 17 QPR1 Beta. Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Glasses have surfaced in a new, official-looking video, offering a clearer glimpse of the wearable device Galaxy Glasses emerge. Meanwhile, Samsung is phasing out the Vascular Load feature on Galaxy Watches in the U.S., replacing it with a blood pressure trend monitoring option Galaxy Watch loses. Motorola is set to unveil the Moto G77 Power next week on July 8, according to a Flipkart promotional page detailing its launch date, specs, and design Moto G77 Power's launch. Nothing has officially revealed the design for its upcoming Phone (4b) RCB edition, a special collaboration with the Royal Challengers Phone (4b) RCB edition.

Wearables & Smart Glasses

The Xreal ROG R1 smart glasses are positioned as a premium wearable monitor, offering a compelling alternative for users seeking to declutter their desks with traditional displays, despite a high price point Xreal ROG R1. Questions remain about the Fitbit Air's automatic activity detection capabilities, though it is equipped with the necessary sensors for workout tracking Fitbit Air support. Samsung's Galaxy Watch is set to lose its Vascular Load feature for U.S. users, transitioning instead to a blood pressure trend monitoring system Galaxy Watch loses.

Semiconductors & Infrastructure

Samsung has detailed its roadmap for future semiconductor nodes, outlining plans for 1.4nm processes by 2029, following its recent work on 2nm nodes Samsung details upcoming. Apple is reportedly exploring alternative, potentially risky suppliers for memory chips amidst an ongoing industry-wide crunch that is impacting procurement of essential RAM quantities alternative RAM suppliers.

Deals & Promotions

Samsung has reinstated a significant discount for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, offering $350 off the unlocked model purchased directly from its website, available through the July 4th weekend Galaxy S26 Ultra deal. T-Mobile's latest "Member Month" perk offers a $60 Umbro jersey, a promotion that has drawn mixed reactions from subscribers T-Mobile caps off. Verizon continues to offer numerous deals in July 2026, including incentives for trading in old devices or adding new lines of service best Verizon deals.

Software & AI

Google has released Beta 6 for Android 17 QPR1, providing Pixel users with an updated testing build ahead of the full quarterly rollout Android 17 QPR1 Beta. Pixel users have reported issues with not receiving incoming calls, a problem that may stem from Google's own phone application Pixel users aren't. Gemini Omni is demonstrating advanced video generation capabilities, allowing users to create videos from diverse inputs including text, images, audio, and existing video clips on Pixel devices Gemini Omni is.

Gaming & Entertainment

Capcom has moved up the release date for "Onimusha: Way of the Sword" to avoid a crowded autumn gaming release schedule, particularly in anticipation of the Grand Theft Auto 6 launch Onimusha: Way Sword's.

Automotive

Tesla reported a 25 percent year-over-year increase in vehicle deliveries for the second quarter, with notable traction observed in the European market Tesla Q2 vehicle.

Computing

The reduction in size and weight of laptop chargers is largely attributable to advancements in gallium nitride (GaN) technology, making them more portable than older models bulky laptop chargers.