All articles tagged with #smartphones
Originally Published 3 days ago — by SlashGear
The article compares the iPhone 17 Pro Max's powerful specifications with five other smartphones—Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, OnePlus 15, RedMagic 11 Pro, Oppo Find X9 Pro, and OnePlus 15R—that offer comparable or superior performance, highlighting their features, performance benchmarks, and suitability for different user needs.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by The New York Times
The article highlights the most exciting products showcased at CES 2026, including a BlackBerry successor with a physical keyboard, innovative robot vacuums with stair-climbing abilities, ultra-thin OLED TVs, smart home devices like a paper battery and a smart lock, and new gadgets such as modular headphones and a multi-resistance rowing machine, emphasizing advancements in design, functionality, and sustainability.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by WIRED
Motorola unveiled the Razr Fold at CES 2026, a book-style foldable smartphone with dual screens, a triple 50MP camera system, and a vegan leather finish, expected to launch in summer. The company also announced a FIFA World Cup 2026 Edition of the Razr, a new premium line called Signature, and various Moto accessories, alongside a unified AI assistant Qira and a concept AI pendant Project Maxwell.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by 9to5Google
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series is expected to launch in late February with a price increase of around $50 on each model, driven by rising component costs, though prices in the US may remain unchanged to boost global sales. The series will be a minor upgrade and is set for release in March.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Verge
TCL has announced the NXTPaper 70 Pro smartphone featuring a paper-like 6.9-inch NXTPaper 4.0 display with Max Ink Mode, along with a new Note A1 NXTPaper tablet designed for note-taking, both emphasizing low-distraction, productivity-focused features. The 70 Pro offers water resistance, a 50MP camera, and is priced around $400 in Europe, while the Note A1 is available for pre-order at a discounted price of $419, expected to ship by February.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by SamMobile
The Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, expected in 2027, may feature significant camera upgrades, including new sensors for the primary, ultra-wide, and selfie cameras, although its telephoto camera may remain unchanged from the Galaxy S26 Ultra, with details still uncertain.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by KSL.com
The article discusses a growing trend of Americans choosing to abandon their smartphones, highlighting a shift towards digital detox and changing consumer behaviors. It also touches on privacy concerns and the impact of technology on daily life.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Android Authority
Rising demand for AI and data center memory, especially DDR5 and HBM, has driven up RAM prices globally, leading to a shortage that is expected to impact smartphone costs and configurations in 2026. Manufacturers may reduce RAM in devices, delay high-memory models, or shift focus to storage, resulting in higher prices and potentially lower performance options for consumers. The supply constraints are unlikely to ease until at least 2027, influencing the smartphone market significantly.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by PhoneArena
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series, along with the Galaxy Fold 8 and Flip 8, will maintain their 2025 prices in 2026, with flagship models starting at $799, $999, and $1,299 respectively, as Samsung aims to stay competitive and avoid losing market share, while also increasing prices on some A-series models to boost revenue.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Android Authority
A survey of over 5,500 readers reveals that nearly half are interested in Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, which offers a balanced mix of features and affordability, with many users questioning the need for the highest-end chips in their phones, emphasizing value over raw performance.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The Verge
Leaked images suggest that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a new, raised camera bump similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with the series expected to launch in February 2026.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Gear Patrol
The article highlights the top tech and gadget releases of 2025, including high-end turntables, advanced cameras, foldable smartphones, innovative streaming amplifiers, noise-canceling headphones, and more, showcasing significant advancements across various categories.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Mashable
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is expected to launch in early 2026 with minimal design changes from the S25, featuring a Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip, up to 16GB RAM, a stacked 5500mAh battery, and a potential 200MP camera in the Ultra model. Rumors suggest possible price increases due to global memory shortages, and the lineup may include the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, with some speculation about the S26 Edge being discontinued.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by 9to5Google
Samsung is struggling to finalize the pricing for its upcoming Galaxy S26 series due to high costs, especially for memory and Snapdragon chips, and is losing money on the Galaxy Z TriFold, which is priced below production costs. The company has not yet determined the Galaxy S26 prices, and recent sales issues have led to a more conservative lineup, with potential price hikes being unlikely given market pressures and Apple's stable pricing. The Galaxy S26 is expected to launch in February, with the Galaxy Z TriFold arriving in North America early 2026.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Android Authority
Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold, priced at around $2,440 in Korea, is reportedly being sold at a loss due to high production costs, limited sales, and regional pricing differences. The company is also facing challenges with the pricing of its Galaxy S26 series, influenced by rising component costs and its chip strategy, which may impact profitability.