Latest Mobile & Gadgets News

πŸ“…January 13, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Latest mobile news features Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks, RedMagic 11 Air launch, foldable advancements like Samsung TriFold, AI integrations, and upcoming price hikes.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Leaks Reveal Specs and Launch Date

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra has leaked on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite, ahead of its expected February 25, 2026 launch in San Francisco.Source 2Source 4Source 12 US benchmarks confirm strong performance, positioning it as a flagship contender.Source 12 The device joins the S26 series in early benchmarks.Source 4

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RedMagic 11 Air Gaming Phone Set for January 20 Launch

Nubia confirms the RedMagic 11 Air unveiling on January 20, 2026, in China, featuring a slim design, active cooling fan, and Snapdragon 8 Elite.Source 4Source 8 It boasts up to 24GB RAM, 6.85-inch display, 7,000mAh battery, and 120W charging.Source 8 The phone includes a PC game emulator and transparent elements.Source 8

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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold with 10-inch Display Coming to US in Q1 2026

Samsung showcased the Galaxy Z TriFold at CES with a 10-inch inner display, set for US release in Q1 2026 after South Korea launch.Source 1Source 3 It advances foldable tech, though niche at 1.5% market share due to high prices over $1,800.Source 3 Durability and use cases improve but remain premium-focused.Source 3

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Apple iPhone Fold Rumored for 2026 with Creaseless Display

2026 predictions highlight a potential folding iPhone using Samsung's creaseless OLED prototype from CES.Source 1 Foldables sold 20 million units in 2025 amid competition from Motorola Razr Fold and Galaxy Z Trifold.Source 1 Apple may leverage supplier tech for premium entry.Source 1

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Galaxy AI Reaches 400 Million Devices, Driving Fastest Adoption

Samsung's Galaxy AI now powers over 400 million devices, with high engagement on flagships like S25 Ultra.Source 5 Features like camera AI, translation, and autocorrect are used daily by many unaware users.Source 5 Future updates focus on conversational, personalized experiences.Source 5

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OnePlus Cancels Open 2 Foldable and 15s Phones

Rumors claim OnePlus scrapped the Open 2 foldable and OnePlus 15s, possibly due to Oppo Find N6 rebrand and model overlaps.Source 6 Open 2 successor to 2023's praised foldable may not launch.Source 6 15s, India-focused, overlaps with upcoming 15T.Source 6

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Tops Trending Phones, In for Review

Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica leads GSMArena's top 10 trending phones in week 2 of 2026.Source 4 It retains the crown from week 1 alongside Galaxy A56.Source 4 The device is currently under review.Source 4

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vivo Y500i Launches with Massive 7,200mAh Battery

vivo debuted the Y500i in China with a 7,200mAh battery and new design, joining Y500 series.Source 4 It targets budget segment with endurance focus.Source 4 Availability expands vivo's lineup.Source 4

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Big Tech Confirms Price Hikes for Mobiles and PCs in 2026

ARM, Qualcomm, and Samsung warn of 2026 price increases for devices due to data centers dominating RAM supply.Source 11 This impacts PCs and mobiles amid AI demand.Source 11 Consumers face higher costs for flagships.Source 11

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Apple Claims 20% Global Smartphone Share in 2025, Chip Shortages Loom

Apple overtook Samsung with 20% market share in 2025 via iPhone 17 success in emerging markets.Source 9 2026 faces chip shortages prioritizing AI data centers.Source 9 Competition intensifies with Xiaomi.Source 9

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T-Mobile and Samsung Test Holographic In-Store Experiences

T-Mobile partners with Samsung for hologram tech to showcase Galaxy devices in stores starting January 12, 2026.Source 7 It offers immersive demos of AI and features.Source 7 Android marketing director praises retail innovation.Source 7

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Realme Neo8 Key Specs Leak via TENAA Certification

Realme Neo8 series nears China launch with TENAA-listed specs for high-performance mid-range.Source 4 Details include advanced hardware for competitive pricing.Source 4 It expands Realme's portfolio.Source 4