Xiaomi ends software support for 11 phones and tablets

Eleven Xiaomi, POCO and Redmi devices have reached end of life and will no longer receive regular HyperOS or security updates.

CXMT Prices Server Memory Above Samsung

Chinese DRAM maker CXMT is charging more than Samsung for some 64GB DDR5 RDIMM modules as AI and cloud demand tightens supply.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 batteries rated for fewer charge cycles

European energy labels list 1,200 full charge cycles for Samsung's new foldables, down from 2,000 for the previous generation.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 may cut power use by 10%

An early engineering sample reportedly consumes less power under heavy load, while Qualcomm has yet to confirm the chip’s specifications.

Qualcomm prepares a cheaper Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 version

The rumored SM8850-1-AB chip could lower smartphone costs while keeping performance close to current flagship platforms.

Xiaomi rolls out July 2026 security update to 58 devices

The HyperOS update is reaching Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones and tablets across multiple regions, with availability varying by model.

Sony patents analog stick designed to reduce drift risk

The contactless magnetic sensor measures stick tilt without rubbing against moving parts and could retain accuracy for longer.

Nubia NaviX Ultra leak reveals Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and 7,100mAh battery

The AI-focused flagship is tipped to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K display at 144Hz, four 50MP cameras and ByteDance's Doubao assistant.

Shanling launches EC Zero T Max portable CD player for $629

The upgraded player combines a 24-bit R2R DAC, dual vacuum tubes, stronger headphone output and CD ripping to USB storage.

Steam lets users buy game gifts without creating an account

Valve has added guest checkout for game gifts, email delivery and updated rules for cross-region purchases and wishlists.

Android Switchers Prefer More Affordable iPhone Models

CIRP data shows former Android users buy older and entry-level iPhones more often, although iPhone 17 Pro Max remains nearly as popular.

WhatsApp gets a new interface for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

The updated car mode reads messages aloud, accepts dictated replies and handles calls, but passengers may hear private conversations too.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 arrives with an 800 mAh battery

Samsung's thinner flagship smartwatch brings a 5,000-nit display, Snapdragon Wear Elite, diving certification and LTE for $699.99 in the US.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 gets a larger cover screen and slimmer body

Samsung’s new foldable weighs 180 g, features a 4.1-inch cover display, a 4300 mAh battery and region-dependent flagship chips.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 gets a wider, lighter design

Samsung has reshaped its book-style foldable with wider displays, a 201 g body, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and prices starting at $1,899.

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra with 5,000 mAh battery

Samsung's first Ultra-branded foldable gets an 8-inch display, a 200 MP camera, Galaxy AI and 45 W charging.

Sharp AQUOS R11 uses a six-core Snapdragon 8s Gen 4

Sharp lists an unusual six-core Qualcomm chip, while early tests point to lower multi-core performance but strong single-core results.

TSMC May Raise Chip Production Prices by Up to 10% in 2027

The foundry is reportedly preparing higher rates for mature and advanced nodes as material, equipment and overseas expansion costs rise.

Apple tests a 7-inch display for its anniversary iPhone

A 6.96-inch panel could debut in Apple’s 2027 anniversary iPhone, with slimmer bezels expected to create the biggest visual change.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Runs Fanless With a 2.5 kg Heatsink

A Chinese modder replaced the RTX 4060 cooler with a huge passive heatsink and reported 58°C GPU temperatures on an open test bench.