Read More Technology News Smart phones 21 days ago Why RAM, Not Chipsets, Is Driving Phone Prices Up Now Memory costs have overtaken chipsets as the largest component of smartphone build costs, says Nothing CEO Carl Pei. DRAM and storage surges—fueled by AI demand—are raising prices across phones and laptops.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 21 days ago Will Samsung's Z Fold Hide the Crease with 60 Micron Glass? Samsung is reportedly testing 60-micron Ultra Thin Glass on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide to reduce the visible crease and boost durability. The thicker UTG could influence the Z Fold 9 and is timed ahead of Unpacked 2026.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 21 days ago How the iPhone 18 Pro Could Fix the Color-Shift Problem A new rumor says Apple may refine aluminum differently for the iPhone 18 Pro to stop the cosmetic color shifts that affected some iPhone 17 Pro units. The change could boost corrosion resistance, lower costs, and improve sustainability.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 22 days ago Samsung Galaxy F15 Grabs One UI 8.5 Update in India Samsung has begun rolling out the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy F15 in India. The OTA is roughly 2.5GB, carries firmware E156BXXUADZE7 and updates the Android security patch to May 5, 2026.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 22 days ago Why Xiaomi's Next Flagship Appears Earlier Than Expected A GSMA IMEI listing for a device codenamed 'madrid' hints at multiple regional Xiaomi 18 variants, possible lineup reshuffling, and a tentative November 2026 launch with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro and LPDDR6.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 23 days ago Leaked Protectors Show Samsung Foldables' Size Gaps Alleged screen protectors leaked online reveal how Samsung will differentiate cover displays across the Galaxy Z Flip8, Z Fold8 (wide) and Z Fold8 Ultra, hinting at distinct usability priorities.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 23 days ago Honor X80 Pro Max Teased with Massive 11,000mAh Battery Honor teases the X80 Pro Max, hinting at a 6.78" OLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, and an enormous 11,000mAh battery with 90W wired charging. Leaks also point to 8GB/256GB, a 50MP camera, and MagicOS 10 on Android 16.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 23 days ago Samsung Holds No.1 Spot as Global Phone Output Falls Samsung kept the top spot in Q1 2026 handset production with about 62.6M units, while global smartphone output fell 1.7%. TrendForce points to memory price hikes and inventory builds ahead of Galaxy S26 launches.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Oppo Confirms ColorOS 17 Won't Copy Apple's Liquid Glass Oppo design chief Chen Xi says ColorOS 17 will prioritize user experience improvements over adopting Apple's Liquid Glass look. New visual features are delayed and may arrive in interim updates.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago vivo X500e Leak: 7,500mAh Battery and Periscope Zoom Leaked details suggest vivo's X500e will pack a Dimensity 9500, 6.59-inch display, a 50MP 1/1.28" main sensor, a periscope telephoto (possibly 64MP), and a huge 7,500 mAh battery, with a rumored September launch.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Huawei to Raise Device Prices Starting July - Here's Why Huawei told partners that prices for all products will rise from July 1, 2026, blaming chip supply shifts and surging AI-driven demand that pushed RAM and storage costs higher. Exact increases are pending.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Honor's Magic9 May Finally Bring an AI-Powered Stylus Rumors suggest Honor's Magic9 series, likely launching in October, will include an AI-powered stylus and broader third-party app support — the first stylus for its candybar Magic phones, expanding beyond foldables.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Moto G87 Reappears as Moto G Max — Motorola’s Quiet Rebrand Motorola has relaunched the Moto G87 in Brazil under the new name Moto G Max. The handset keeps the same specs: 6.8-inch AMOLED 120Hz, Dimensity 6400, 200MP camera, 5,200 mAh battery, and multiple IP ratings — now sold for BRL 2,519.10.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Galaxy Z Fold8 and Watch Ultra 2 Gain India Certification Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 (SM-F971B) and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 (SM-L715F) have cleared India’s BIS. Rumored to bring a 7.6-inch foldable display, 4,800 mAh battery, and a 5G-capable Watch with Snapdragon Wear Elite.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Why Xiaomi's Mix Fold 5 Could Redefine Foldables in 2026. Leaked details suggest Xiaomi's Mix Fold 5 (aka Xiaomi 17 Fold) could pack a 7.5–7.6" seamless-crease display, 6,000mAh battery, 200MP camera, wireless charging and a custom Xring chipset. Price rumored at CNY 10,000 (~$1,400).
Read More Technology News Smart phones 24 days ago Tecno Pova 8 Packs 8,000mAh Battery and Alive Matrix Tecno’s Pova 8 features a massive 8,000mAh battery, an Alive Matrix rear dot display, and the Dimensity 7100 chipset. It drops wireless charging but promises long battery life and gaming tweaks. Pre-orders open on Flipkart.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 25 days ago Honor Pledges 7 Years of Updates for Magic Series Honor has reaffirmed a seven-year commitment to OS and security updates for its Magic-series phones in the EU and UK as the Magic V6 begins its global rollout. Magic OS 10.0 adds Virtual Permissions and a special edition case by Yoni Alter underscores the premium push.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 25 days ago First Sighting: Samsung Galaxy S27 Appears in IMEI Logs An IMEI database entry reveals the Samsung Galaxy S27 as model SM-S952U for U.S. carriers. Rumors point to BOE displays, Exynos 2700 chips in some regions, and a possible fourth family member ahead of a January launch.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 25 days ago Why Global Smartphone Production Is Falling in 2026 TrendForce reports Q1 2026 smartphone production fell 1.7% to 284 million units, with a bleak full-year forecast of 1.051 billion units (‑16.2%). Rising memory costs, exhausted inventories, and uneven brand resilience suggest tougher months ahead for budget-focused manufacturers.
Read More Technology News Smart phones 25 days ago Galaxy S27 Spotted in GSMA Filing, Early Details Emerge The Galaxy S27 (SM-S952U) surfaced in the GSMA database, signaling Samsung's 2027 flagship lineup is in development. Early rumors point to a 6.3" Dynamic AMOLED display, dual-chip options, and an Ultra redesign with Qi2 magnets.
