Mobile News 8 Hours

Last updated: July 7, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Google & Pixel Devices

Google has officially confirmed its next Made by Google event will take place in New York on August 12 at 6 p.m. ET, signaling the imminent arrival of the Pixel 11 series. Leaks suggest the upcoming Pixel 11 could double its base storage to 256GB, though accompanying price hikes are anticipated, potentially impacting the budget phone market which is already facing pressure from soaring memory prices. While Google's Pixel Studio can no longer generate custom stickers, users can still create fun stickers through alternative methods on their Pixel phones.

AI & Software

Anthropic's AI assistant Claude is expanding its mobile capabilities, with Max subscribers gaining early access to Claude's new Cowork tool directly on their phones. Meanwhile, the X app for iOS has introduced a built-in video editor, adding functionality for users on Apple's mobile platform. Chinese AI firm DeepSeek developing its own AI chips, aiming to replicate its success in providing cost-effective AI models.

Audio & Wearables

Nothing has unveiled its latest true wireless earbuds, the Nothing Ear (3a), featuring active noise cancellation and promising up to 42 hours of total battery life. In a unique developer project, Sony's high-end headphones, equipped with accelerometers and gyroscopes normally used for spatial audio, have been transformed into PC simulator head trackers. Marshall has also launched its next generation of vintage-inspired speakers, the Acton IV and Stanmore IV, which now include customizable buttons.

Smart Home & Robotics

iRobot, known for its robotic vacuum cleaners, has introduced a new floor cleaner that is not a robot at all. Honor is reportedly preparing to launch its anticipated Robot Phone within the third quarter of this year, between July and September. Solos has released new AI glasses, including the Air Go V2 starting at $299 and the camera-free Air Go A6, which comes with a clip-on privacy shield to address user concerns.

Storage & Mobile Accessories

Amazon is offering significant discounts on portable Samsung SSDs, with some models up to 31% off, making 1TB of storage available for as little as $0.20 per gigabyte. Google's backup service for Android phones now counts against overall Google storage, though the impact is reportedly smaller than initially feared.

Gaming & Entertainment

A new trailer has been released for "Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender," with a confirmed July 25 release date. For those seeking lighter entertainment, several "silly" and ridiculous Android games are recommended for winding down. Additionally, the new game "Orbitals" offers a nostalgic experience with split-screen platforming, puzzles, and a '90s anime aesthetic.

Other Tech News

Tecno and visual artist Angélica Dass have launched the "100 Portraits of Becoming" initiative, building on Tecno's Universal Tone imaging technology designed to accurately capture skin tones. Marshall has also launched its next generation of vintage-inspired speakers, the Acton IV and Stanmore IV, which now include customizable buttons. In a scientific milestone, NASA has released the most detailed images of the Centaurus A galaxy captured by the James Webb telescope to celebrate its fourth anniversary. For those concerned about device safety, advice is available on how to protect tech lightning strikes. Users are also reminded of the various Android status bar icons and their meanings.