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Last updated: July 29, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Mobile Hardware & Tech

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Buds are rumored to sport a new clip-on design, a feature already common among competitors was seen. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is expected to be more expensive than its predecessor, with leaks suggesting a price increase in Europe, though it will retain 45W wired charging support is anticipated. Global smartphone chipset shipments have reportedly declined by 15% in the first half of 2026, exacerbated by an ongoing memory chip shortage impacting original equipment manufacturers have fallen.

Connectivity & Services

AT&T has finalized its acquisition of $23 billion in spectrum licenses from Echo Star, a move that promises to expand its 5G network capacity and speed announced. Xbox's chief technology officer stated that game discs should have functioned during a recent service outage, with a fix for the error expected soon said. Waymo is resuming highway operations after pausing them in May due to incidents involving robotaxis entering construction zones is resuming.