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Last updated: August 21, 2026, 6:12 AM ET

Flagship Cameras, Compact Price

The OPPO Reno 16 Pro proves you don't need a true flagship to take amazing photos. Android Central's review highlights its standout cameras, gorgeous design, and great battery life, though the phone is costlier than its predecessors.

Robotaxis Get the Green Light

Nevada's transportation authorities have approved permits letting Uber, Tesla, and Waymo begin charging passengers for autonomous rides. The decision opens a new commercial market for robotaxi services in the state.

Nothing OS 5.0 Date Confirmed

Nothing OS 5.0, the company's interpretation of Android, will be unveiled on August 25. The announcement follows Google's release of the new OS, ending speculation about when Nothing's signature software design would arrive.

Launch Radar

The Infinix Hot 70 Pro, unveiled last month, will debut in India during the first week of September, with Infinix revealing its color options ahead of the launch. Meanwhile, the Poco F9 Ultra has surfaced on Geekbench, confirming the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and its RAM configuration as leaks about the F9 series intensify. Samsung's budget line is also evolving: an Anatel certification in Brazil shows the Galaxy A08 will feature a jump to a 6000mAh battery.

AR Glasses, Two Directions

RayNeo is going both minimalist and maximalist with its latest AR smart glasses. The new I/O and GT series target very different audiences, from the very discreet to the very nerdy.

Luxury EV With a Twist

Genesis revealed the GV90 NeoLun, a luxury electric SUV loaded with innovation in unexpected places. The vehicle features heated floors and coach doors, focusing its advances on the cabin experience rather than the dash or drivetrain.

Market Watch

European smartphone shipments dropped to a three-year low in Q2, according to Counterpoint Research. The region saw an estimated 35 million units shipped between April and June, the weakest volume for the quarter since 2023.