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Last updated: August 13, 2026, 8:58 AM ET

Honor Magic9 Series

Honor has officially confirmed the Magic9 series will launch in September, about a month earlier than expected. A new rumor claims the Pro model could feature dual 200MP cameras, building on the tease shown during the Robot Phone keynote.

Google’s Latest

Google is bringing a screen‑less fitness tracker called Fitbit Air to India this October, expanding its Whoop‑style form factor. Meanwhile, the company refreshed its audio lineup with an Olive color and new software features for the Pixel Buds Pro 2. For those seeking protection, a roundup of the best Pixel 11 Pro XL cases has been compiled.

Sony and Samsung

Sony’s Shohachi Ike and Eri Kitazawa told ITmedia that Xperia 1 VIII sales are strong, calling the micro SD slot and 3.5mm jack “integral” to the device’s identity. On the other side of the market, Samsung’s Galaxy S27 series reportedly will not adopt the variable‑aperture camera rumored for future iPhones, diverging from earlier speculation.

Apple and Meta

Apple added around 20 classic movies to Apple TV, including The Martian, E.T., and Zodiac. analyst Jeff Pu claims the iPhone 18 will ship with 12GB of RAM — a notable jump from the 8GB expected in the iPhone. In a separate accessibility initiative, Meta is donating 15,000 AI glasses to blind and visually impaired people in Ireland through a charity partnership.

Space & Other

Virgin Galactic has delayed its new spaceship’s first commercial flight to 2027, pushing back its tourist‑spaceflight ambitions.