Mobile News 8 Hours

Last updated: July 17, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Mobile Devices and Accessories Launch

Pinwheel has introduced its Home series, featuring a modern take on landline phones designed for children, offering a screen-free communication experience debuts as a modern landline. Samsung's Freestyle+ projector is now available for $1,200, capable of projecting onto uneven surfaces. Caviar is offering a special edition Lionel Messi-themed Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra for $13,130 ahead of its official unveiling. The Redmagic Astra 2 gaming tablet, featuring liquid cooling and an OLED panel, has gone global after its initial launch in China. Asus has confirmed its 12.2-inch Asus Pad will launch in India on August 6th. Lava's Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G smartphones, with rescheduled launches, have had their specifications revealed. The Google Pixel 10 may see a price drop with the upcoming launch of the Pixel 11.

Smartphone Market and Industry News

Nothing has emerged as one of India's fastest-growing smartphone brands, according to Counterpoint Research, amidst a 10% decline in the Indian smartphone market year-over-year. Global memory options for the Redmi Note 17 Pro have been revealed, with the device set to launch worldwide. Samsung's mobile division may face its first quarterly loss, despite strong performance expected from its semiconductor business.

App and Software Updates

Apple and Google have been directed by San Francisco authorities to take action against 13 "nudify" apps present on their respective app stores. Signal is testing a new feature in its beta that allows Android phones or tablets to be added as secondary devices for easier multi-device use.

Cloud Computing and Data Security

A bug within Amazon Web Services (AWS) has caused some customers' billing estimates to spike dramatically, with Amazon stating these do not reflect actual charges. A report indicates that most smart appliances, including kitchen and laundry devices, collect user data and that users can find out what information is being tracked.

Gaming and Entertainment

Obsidian is developing a new Fallout game, and remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are planned, amidst broader changes at Bethesda and Xbox. The Prime Video God of War series will reshoot episodes due to an injury sustained by lead actor Ryan Hurst. The Engadget Podcast discusses the potential usefulness of Siri AI in upcoming iOS and mac OS versions, as well as OpenAI's rumored AI smart speaker.

Hardware and Tech Gadgets

New evidence suggests the iPhone 18 Pro may feature a variable aperture camera, stemming from a ransomware attack on an Apple partner. UGREEN NAS servers are available at discounted prices on Amazon, offering deals on storage solutions. Xreal's XBX a01+ AR glasses are being reviewed as the best budget AR glasses available for $299, noted for their brightness and lightweight design. Tesla is selling a $225 balance bike for toddlers. vivo is reportedly considering three different 200MP sensors for the telephoto lens of the upcoming X500 Ultra, expected in early 2027.

Policy and Environmental News

Europe's recent adjustments to its climate policy have been criticized for potentially allowing increased pollution.