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Last updated: August 10, 2026, 5:51 PM ET

Phones & Devices

The Minimal Phone 2 ditches its E Ink screen for a 90Hz AMOLED display while keeping a tactile QWERTY keyboard and adding 5G support in a sleeker aluminum body. Leaked images reveal the Fairphone 6+ in Cobalt Blue with 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage, a significant upgrade over the original model. Samsung is reportedly boosting its Galaxy Z Fold8 production target by 1 million units due to higher-than-expected demand for the wide foldable. The device also survived a durability test from Jerry Rig Everything involving sand, blades, and direct pressure. For budget-conscious buyers, the question of what a $100 smartphone gets you in 2026 requires creative strategies. Meanwhile, a guide weighs whether to wait for the Google Pixel 11 or buy now, considering the upcoming Pixel 10 pricing.

Wearables

The Google Pixel Watch 5 will launch in a Stephen Curry edition, with images suggesting an announcement event in two days ahead of an August 20 release. T-Mobile is offering a free Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 after preorder, requiring customers to follow specific steps including a watch plan.

Platforms & Services

YouTube is making it harder for new creators to qualify for ad revenue, now requiring twice the number of watch hours or Shorts views. Valve says that data of European Steam hardware customers was "likely compromised," warning users of a potential breach. An Android app store competitor, Aptoide Games, is now available in the Google Play Store, offering an alternative marketplace.

Policy & Industry

NYC Mayor Mamdani announced support for the Delivery Protection Act, which aims to stop the use of contractors for last-mile delivery in New York City, a measure Amazon is fighting.

Connectivity & Tips

Understanding the difference between MagSafe and Qi wireless charging involves knowing the nitty-gritty standards differences, even though magnets work the same on both iPhone and Android. A separate guide explains the differences between Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 2.4G wireless devices. For Roku users, here's how to pair your Roku remote or use the mobile app. And before you throw out your old USB drives, you should securely wipe or destroy them, as deleting files offers little protection.