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Samsung to double Galaxy AI device base to 800 million in 2026
Samsung plans to expand **Galaxy AI** from roughly 400 million to **800 million** mobile devices this year, integrating Google’s Gemini models with Samsung’s own Bixby across phones, tablets, TVs, and home appliances. This aggressive rollout positions Galaxy AI as a core differentiator for upcoming Galaxy smartphones and broader Samsung ecosystems.
Oppo preparing two foldables to challenge Apple’s first iPhone Fold
Oppo is expected to launch not just the **Find N6** but also a second foldable, the **Oppo Find N7**, later this year to compete directly with Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The Find N6 reportedly features an 8.12‑inch 2K LTPO OLED inner display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 16 GB RAM, and reduced weight versus its predecessor, with China launch in February and global rollout in March.
Foldable smartphones set up 2026 as a breakout year for the form factor
Analysts and reviewers highlight 2026 as a potential **“year of foldables,”** with multiple brands, including Apple and Oppo, lining up new folding flagships. Devices such as the Oppo Find N6/N7, Samsung’s next Galaxy Z Fold generation, and Apple’s anticipated iPhone Fold are expected to widen consumer choice and accelerate mainstream adoption.
Clicks Communicator revives physical keyboard phones at CES 2026
The **Clicks Communicator** Android phone, shown at CES 2026, combines a modern touchscreen with a BlackBerry‑style physical keyboard and has quickly become a highly anticipated 2026 handset. It offers 256 GB base storage (expandable to 2 TB via microSD), Qi2 magnetic back covers, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and is available for early pre‑order at around $399 ahead of its launch later this year.
Motorola Moto G Power (2026) budget phone now available in the US
Motorola’s **Moto G Power (2026)**, launched in mid‑December, is now officially on sale in the US for **$299.99** with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. The new model upgrades to a 32 MP selfie camera, a larger 5,200 mAh battery with 30 W wired and 15 W wireless charging, and ships with Android 16, while promising one major OS update and two years of security patches.
Motorola showcases Razr Fold and other mobile gadgets at CES 2026
Alongside the Moto G Power (2026), Motorola used CES 2026 to highlight several mobile‑related gadgets, including the **Motorola Razr Fold**, Razr 60 FIFA Edition, Sound Flow Bluetooth speaker, Moto Watch, and Moto Tag 2. The Razr Fold adds to a growing lineup of foldable phones seen at CES, further intensifying competition in the flexible‑screen segment.
AI‑first wearables: Razer’s Project Motoko AI headphones unveiled
Razer introduced **Project Motoko**, concept AI headphones featuring dual 4K cameras, near/far microphones, and a Qualcomm chip for multimodal AI interactions. Designed as an alternative to AI glasses, they promise up to 36 hours of battery life, private audio, and point‑of‑view capture, turning headphones into a new mobile‑adjacent computing device.
Rokid Style AI smart glasses aim for all‑day, phone‑adjacent use
Rokid revealed **Style**, lightweight display‑free AI smart glasses weighing 38.5 grams and supporting services like ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Google Maps, and Microsoft translation. A dual‑chip architecture splits always‑on and heavier AI workloads, enabling up to 12 hours of use and positioning the glasses as a persistent assistant that complements smartphones.
Clicks launches Power Keyboard battery case for iOS and Android phones
Accessories maker Clicks introduced the **Power Keyboard**, a MagSafe/Qi2‑compatible keyboard case that also works as a 2,150 mAh power bank for smartphones. The accessory connects via Bluetooth to phones, tablets, TVs, and VR headsets, is available for pre‑order at $79, and is expected to ship in the spring.
Anker debuts new Qi2 multi‑device chargers and open‑ear ANC earbuds
Anker announced a **Nano Charger** that can detect the connected iPhone model and adjust charging output accordingly, plus a $150 foldable Qi2 **Prime Wireless Charging Station** that charges an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously at up to 25 W. The company also unveiled **AeroFit 2 Pro** open‑ear earbuds with active noise cancelation and long‑lasting Soundcore Boom Go 3i Bluetooth speakers, extending its mobile‑focused ecosystem.
AI saturates mobile and gadget launches at CES 2026
Coverage of CES 2026 emphasizes that **AI is embedded into nearly every new gadget**, from smartphones and wearables to accessories and home devices. This trend aligns with announcements like Samsung’s Galaxy AI expansion, Lenovo’s cross‑device Qira assistant, and AI‑equipped wearables such as Razer’s Project Motoko and Rokid’s Style glasses.