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Last updated: August 4, 2026, 5:32 PM ET

One Plus Exits North America, Samsung Offers Foldable Deals

OnePlus has officially sold out of its phones in the US and Canada, marking its exit from the North American market. The company initially announced its departure from North American and European markets on July 16th. Meanwhile, Samsung is offering significant trade-in discounts for its latest foldable devices. Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, which launched on August 7th, are available with substantial savings directly from Samsung. India, Samsung is providing No Cost EMI financing for the Galaxy Z Fold, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip. This financing option allows eligible customers to spread payments over up to 18 months without interest or a down payment.

New Audio and Display Technologies Emerge

CMF has launched its first pair of open-ear earbuds, priced under $100. Motorola is teasing the imminent launch of its Edge 70 neo smartphone through an unusual announcement. Samsung's latest will gain support for HDR10+ Advanced streaming on Prime Video starting this month. Key features of HDR10+ Advanced include enhanced overall brightness and intelligent motion smoothing.

Gaming and Software Updates from Microsoft

Xbox is celebrating its 25th anniversary by offering free gifts to players, including a dynamic theme and avatars. Microsoft is developing emulators to enable older Xbox games to run on PCs and the upcoming Xbox Helix. This comes as Xbox reported a 13% decrease in hardware sales and a 10% decline in content and services revenue in its latest quarterly report. In a surprising capability, MS Paint has been shown to be able to run the classic game Doom.

Storage Formats and Operating System Considerations

ex FAT file system is recommended for cross-platform usage due to its compatibility. NTFS, on the other hand, is the native file system for Windows. Most Windows 11 users will find that the standard Home version of the operating system is sufficient for their needs, without requiring an upgrade to Pro.

Automotive and Charging Advice

It is generally advised not to use your car's USB ports for charging laptops, as they often lack the necessary power output. Alternative charging methods are available for laptops when away from a traditional power source. 2026 Lexus ES 500e is a luxury sedan that offers a comfortable ride and competitive pricing, but it is built with what appears to be outdated electric vehicle technology, particularly concerning its charging speed.

Legal and Content Accessibility News

New Jersey filed an antitrust lawsuit accusing Amazon of unfairly leveraging its power over delivery contractors. The Department of Justice has extracted $3.2 million from OpenAI to settle allegations of hiring discrimination. For fans of classic science fiction, the entire series of Babylon 5 is now available to watch for free on YouTube, released episode by episode.

Productivity Tools and Subscription Management

Several ePaper are being tested for their suitability for back-to-school productivity, including the TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER and the Boox Go 10.3 Gen II. TCL's Tab Plus NXTPAPER has officially launched in the United States with a significant $100 discount. If you to cancel your PlayStation Plus subscription, the process is straightforward.