Latest Mobile & Gadgets News

đź“…January 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM
CES 2026 kicks off with Samsung's AI vision reveal, leaks on Galaxy S26 Ultra upgrades, Apple's foldable iPhone rumors, and new AR glasses, Qi2 phones.
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Samsung Outlines AI Vision at First Look 2026 Press Conference

Samsung held its First Look 2026 press conference on January 4 at Wynn Las Vegas, ahead of CES 2026, outlining its AI technology vision across products and services.Source 3 The event drew major international media attention in Samsung’s dedicated exhibition space.Source 3 This sets the stage for AI integrations in upcoming mobiles and gadgets.Source 3

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Leaks: No Titanium Frame, New Colors and Upgrades

Leaks reveal the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G will ditch the titanium frame, introduce stunning new colors, and feature significant upgrades ahead of its 2026 launch.Source 4 It's positioned as Samsung's next flagship stirring early discussion.Source 4 This follows mixed reviews of prior models, with focus on performance boosts.Source 1

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra to Feature Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Camera Upgrades

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, with larger aperture for low-light photos and upgraded 3x telephoto lens.Source 2 Exclusive AI features may differentiate it from S26 and S26 Plus models using Exynos 2600.Source 2 It leads Samsung's 2026 flagship lineup with major changes.Source 2

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Apple's First Foldable iPhone Anticipated in 2026 with Liquid Metal Hinges

Rumors highlight Apple's debut foldable iPhone in 2026, featuring revolutionary liquid metal hinges and premium pricing.Source 1 This breakthrough aims to reshape the smartphone landscape beyond incremental updates.Source 1 Smart glasses offloading processing to phones are also teased.Source 1

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rumors: Reduced Crease, Larger Display, Better Battery

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 could feature a further reduced crease on a larger, more rectangular display and improved battery life.Source 2 A Korean report suggests it will be lighter than its predecessor for better portability.Source 2 This updates Samsung's standard-setting foldable before Apple's entry.Source 2

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Xreal 1S AR Glasses Debut as CES 2026 Highlight with 1200p Resolution

Xreal unveiled powerful AR glasses at CES 2026, named Xreal 1S, priced at $449 with 1200p full HD resolution and X1 chip for 2D-to-3D video conversion.Source 7 Reviewers call them the best AR glasses available now.Source 7 They lead advancements in wearable AR tech.Source 7

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Clicks Communicator: New Android Phone with Qi2 and Physical Keyboard

Ahead of CES 2026, Clicks announced the Communicator, a BlackBerry-style Android phone with physical keyboard, custom launcher, and Qi2 wireless charging support.Source 6 It marks the sixth Qi2 Android device after HMD Skyline and Pixel 10 series.Source 6 This niche release expands Qi2 adoption.Source 6

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Rumored for Qi2 Magnetic Charging

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is expected to adopt Qi2 wireless charging, bringing it to modern standards alongside 60W fast charging.Source 1Source 6 This follows Pixel's lead and rumblings of foldable support later in 2026.Source 6 It aligns with CH2 magnetic wireless upgrades.Source 1

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ASUS Confirms No New Smartphones in 2026

ASUS has officially stated it will not launch any new phones in 2026, signaling a potential wind-down of its mobile business.Source 8 This marks a big exit from the smartphone market for the brand.Source 8 Focus shifts away from competing in 2026 flagships.Source 8

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Samsung Teases Wireless Speakers and Dolby Atmos Soundbar at CES 2026

At CES 2026, Samsung challenged Sonos with new wireless speakers resembling Era models and a powerful all-in-one Dolby Atmos soundbar upgrading its top soundbar.Source 5 These gadgets expand Samsung's audio lineup alongside mobile AI visions.Source 5 Pre-announcements include microRGB expansions.Source 5

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Google Pixel 11 Rumors: 100x AI Zoom and Continued Qi2 Support

Upcoming Google Pixel 11 is teased with 100x AI zoom capabilities in 2026 trends.Source 1 It will continue Qi2 wireless charging support from Pixel 10 series.Source 6 This positions it among key releases amid rising phone prices.Source 2

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SkyWheel Peak S Wearable Lets Users Ski on Any Surface at CES

Debuting at CES Unveiled, the SkyWheel Peak S wearable simulates skiing on any surface, standing out among early CES 2026 gadgets.Source 5 It offers innovative haptic feedback for virtual sports experiences.Source 5 This highlights experimental wearables in the gadget space.Source 5