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Last updated: July 21, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Smartphone Market Dynamics and New Devices

Xiaomi increased annual as the memory market shows signs of normalization after price surges impacted device costs. Meanwhile, the upcoming Redmi Note 17 series is slated for an India launch following its debut in China. In other hardware news, the, though its launch may be delayed.

Samsung's Strategic Moves and Leaks

Samsung established new to consolidate its robotics research and development. Ahead of its July 22nd Galaxy Unpacked event in London, renders of the wide-screen Galaxy Z Fold8 have surfaced, offering another glimpse at the expected foldable device. Samsung's upcoming are anticipated to be the highlight of the event.

Apple and Google's Accessibility Initiatives

References potential have been discovered within the latest iOS 27 beta code, hinting at Apple's future hardware plans. Google, on the other hand, is allegedly developing a significant Gboard feature to aid users who communicate via sign language, enhancing accessibility on Android devices.

Legal Battles in the AI and Tech Worlds

Sony filed another, as it remains the only major music label without a licensing deal. Separately, a federal judge concerning copyright claims from authors whose works were used to train its Claude AI. The FCC under their own branding in the US.