Latest Mobile & Gadgets News

đź“…December 15, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Samsung rolls December security patches and sustainability win; heavy device launches, AI features and regulatory moves shape mobile and gadget headlines.
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Samsung expands December 2025 security update to US and Korea

Samsung’s December 2025 security patch is rolling out to multiple Galaxy flagships (including S25 series and Z Fold/Flip 7) with Verizon models in the US reported updated firstSource 1. The Korea rollout for the S25 series shows a large download (~578.6MB) and claims fixes for dozens of vulnerabilitiesSource 1.

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One UI 8.5 beta momentum and rumored Beta 2 timing

Reports note rising activity around Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta development, with community trackers expecting a Beta 2 build soon as the company accelerates software work in mid-DecemberSource 1. The same trackers expect broader One UI 8-based updates for watches and phones in the coming weeksSource 1.

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Samsung verified for carbon-reduction effect of AI Energy Mode

Samsung Electronics announced a DUCD-based verification that its AI Energy Mode delivered measurable carbon-reduction during device use, claiming an energy-savings scale equivalent to roughly 169,000 households’ daily electricity usage over the measured periodSource 5. The verification uses the DUCD specification—the first industry standard to assess connected-device usage-phase emissions reductionsSource 5.

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Best smartphones of 2025 lists highlight variety of winners

Publication roundups for 2025 list diverse top phones — including OnePlus 15, Galaxy Z Fold 7, Motorola Razr Ultra, Google Pixel 10 Pro and Apple’s iPhone 16e — reflecting a competitive flagships marketSource 2. Reviews emphasize camera, form factor (foldables/flip), battery and AI-driven software as decisive factorsSource 2.

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YouTube and reviewers spotlight thin, light flagship phones in 2025

Popular tech channels are promoting ultra-slim flagship phones—naming devices like iPhone 17 and Galaxy S25 among top picks—underscoring a push toward lighter builds without sacrificing performance or camera capabilitiesSource 4. Reviewers highlight battery-efficiency and AI features enabling slimmer designsSource 4.

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Motorola launches or updates moto g (2025) with Android 15 and big battery

Motorola’s moto g (2025) ships with Android 15, a 6.7" ultrawide 120Hz display, 5000mAh battery and TurboPower 30W charging, targeting budget-conscious users wanting large screens and long battery lifeSource 6. Motorola also promotes Hello UX customization and microSD support for expanded storageSource 6.

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iRobot enters strategic transaction amid Chapter 11 process

iRobot announced a strategic transaction where secured lender and key supplier Picea will acquire the company through a court-supervised Chapter 11 process, positioning iRobot to continue operations and pursue growthSource 11. The deal may affect smart-home gadget supply and roadmap continuity for Roomba productsSource 11.

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Industry coverage: Samsung’s foldable push hailed as shaping the foldable era

Analysts and outlets note Samsung’s Fold7 family and other foldables as pivotal to mainstreaming foldable form factors in 2025, with hardware refinements and Galaxy AI software cited as catalysts for adoptionSource 3. Coverage highlights improved durability, software optimization and premium features that broaden user appealSource 3.

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Luxury-phone market features bespoke, jewel-encrusted offerings in 2025

Luxury handset guides catalog ultra-high-end custom phones from firms like Caviar and Goldstriker that combine modern flagship internals with gold, gems or bespoke materials, keeping a niche market for prestige buyers alive in 2025Source 10. Such devices emphasize craftsmanship over mainstream specs and command extreme pricesSource 10.

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Coverage of mobile and AI energy/grid cooperation emerges in tech press

Tech outlets report sector efforts to manage AI-driven power demands — for example, utilities partnerships to throttle data-center load — as relevant to mobile/gadget ecosystems because of AI features on-device and cloud-service dependenciesSource 3. These stories frame energy and sustainability as cross-cutting issues for device makers and servicesSource 3.