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Last updated: August 14, 2026, 8:32 AM ET

Smartphones and Wearables

The Samsung Galaxy Watch9 has received a review, highlighting its battery upgrade and specifications. Meanwhile, Motorola has launched the Moto G Max in India, featuring a different set of specifications compared to its Brazilian counterpart. The iQOO Neo11 Ultra and Z11s have had their chipset details revealed ahead of their August 18 launch in China, following earlier disclosures of their designs and battery specs. Google's Pixel 11 series, powered by the Tensor G6, is confirmed not to be a 2nm chip, contrary to earlier speculation.

Apple News and AI

Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its custom AI model, Apple Intelligence, in China soon, with Alibaba previously tapped to power these features. Reports also suggest that the highly anticipated iPhone Ultra may be initially confined to the US and China markets upon its launch. In other news, Apple has begun sending out warnings to users who have been targeted by mercenary spyware attacks. The original iPhone X has now been officially added to Apple's list of obsolete products, marking a significant milestone for the device. Apple is also proposing to take a significant cut, ranging from 5 to 15 percent, from external App Store payments.

AI and Industry Policies

The pricing for DeepSeek's V4 AI models is set to quadruple, significantly increasing the cost for users. In a move impacting the drone industry, President Trump has imposed tariffs of up to 100 percent on heavy and "sensitive" drones, citing national security concerns.