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Last updated: July 30, 2026, 11:33 AM ET

Mobile Devices and Updates

The Redmi Note 17 lineup has had its full specs revealed alongside leaked images, following earlier reports of European pricing. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro has been teased by an online retailer, suggesting it will be the next addition to the F70 series. In other Samsung news, the company has confirmed that the Galaxy Tab S12 series is slated for a launch this year. The Fairphone 6+ has emerged in a listing, showing a surprisingly substantial amount of RAM, though its successor to the Fairphone, launched last year, has been slow to appear amidst a global memory chip crisis. Reports also indicate that Samsung's mobile division has posted its first-ever loss, attributed to soaring memory prices, even as its chip division sees opposite profit trends.

New Hardware and Features

DJI's Osmo Pocket 4P is now available globally, featuring a new 3x lens and a 1-inch main camera, positioning it as a top portable gimbal camera. The device has been praised for its two lenses, leading dynamic range, and optical zoom capabilities, making it a strong contender in the gimbal camera market. On the PC front, Maingear has introduced its new 'Zero' pre-built PCs, designed with a hidden-cable aesthetic for a clean look. For back-to-school shoppers, the Lenovo Idea Pad Slim 3 Chromebook, featuring a 14-inch touchscreen and modern design, is available at a discounted 17% off on Amazon.

Software and Services

Spotify is rolling out new personalized running features for its Premium users, signaling a continued push into the fitness sector after its partnership with Peloton. Google Earth users can now visualize the past with the addition of AI-generated Nano Banana images. For Roku owners with Android phones, the ability to is a readily available feature. In entertainment, Netflix has paid $500 million to extend its streaming rights for "The Walking Dead" and its associated spinoffs with AMC+.

Industry and Regulatory News

Electrified vehicle sales globally in Q2 2026, with 50 countries setting quarterly records, indicating that a global oil crisis is driving consumers toward electric options. In the European Union, Chat GPT and Roblox are reportedly set to be subject to tighter regulations, as they are expected to be added to the EU's 'very large online platform' list. NASA's mission to rescue the falling Swift observatory has encountered trouble, with its rescue spacecraft, LINK, now facing an uncertain outcome. Huawei has scheduled a product launch event for August 5, where it will unveil the nova 16 SE, along with updated versions of the Mate Book Fold Ultimate Design and Mate Pad Pro. Lego has put its own spin on a popular franchise with its latest Smart Play sets, offering a new way to Pokémon. Samsung's July software patch is causing issues for Galaxy S24 and S25 Ultra users, with reports of overheating and rapid power drain.