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Infinix Wins Multiple Best of CES 2026 Awards for Satellite Communication
Infinix earned accolades from Trusted Reviews, Android Headlines, and others at CES 2026 for breakthroughs in satellite communication, thermal efficiency, and AI ecosystem products. The seamless two-way satellite solution, debuting in NOTE 60 Series, covers nearly two-thirds of Earth's surface with automatic network switching.
Innovations include HydroFlow Liquid Cooling and Active Visual Backplate for dynamic visuals.
Qualcomm Unveils Next-Gen Snapdragon Platform at CES 2026
Qualcomm showcased its flagship Snapdragon platform with advanced Hexagon NPU for on-device generative AI in smartphones and PCs. New partnerships include Volkswagen Group for Snapdragon Digital Chassis in SDVs and Sony Honda for Afeela AI features.
Announcements also cover Wi-Fi 8 for reliability and 5G RedCap modem for IoT.
iQOO Z11 Turbo Launches with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and 7,600mAh Battery
iQOO unveiled the Z11 Turbo in China with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, dual-rear cameras, and massive 7,600mAh battery in four colors. The device is now available for purchase.
It targets high-performance needs in the mid-premium segment.
Honor Magic8 Pro Air Confirms Chipset via Geekbench
Ahead of its January 19 launch, Honor Magic8 Pro Air prototype ran Geekbench 6.5, confirming its chipset specs. The benchmark results highlight its performance capabilities.
It positions Honor strongly in the premium Android market.
Motorola Moto G Play (2026) Enters Review
Motorola's Moto G Play (2026), released alongside Moto G (2026) in November, is now in for review after skipping 2025. It shares key specs with its sibling for budget buyers.
Early impressions focus on its value proposition.
MediaTek Announces Dimensity 9500s Flagship and 8500 Midrange SoCs
MediaTek followed its Dimensity 9500 with the 9500s flagship and new mid-range 8500 SoC. These chips target premium and mid-tier smartphones respectively.
They enhance performance and efficiency for upcoming devices.
Google Pixel 10a Rumored for Mid-February Launch Before Galaxy S26
Pixel 10a may launch mid-February, potentially cheaper than Pixel 9a, ahead of Samsung's late-February Galaxy S26 event. Leakers like Roland Quandt and Evan Blass confirm the timeline with pre-orders late February.
It offers an affordable alternative amid rising Android prices.
iPhone 18 and iPhone Fold to Drive Apple's 2026 Growth
Analyst Jeff Pu predicts Apple's iPhone shipments at 250 million units in 2026, up 2%, defying a 4% global market decline. Lineup includes iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and Fold with N2 silicon and 12GB RAM for AI.
Standard models shift to spring 2027.
Samsung Highlights Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25 Edge for 2026
Samsung promotes Z Fold7 with thinnest design, 8-inch AMOLED, and Snapdragon 8 Elite for AI tasks. Z Flip7 features largest FlexWindow and battery; S25 Edge is ultra-slim 5.8mm with 200MP camera.
These flagships blend productivity and style.
Smartphone Prices Surge in 2026 Due to Memory Chip Shortage
Launches like Realme 16 Pro over Rs 40,000 and iQOO 15 above Rs 70,000 signal higher costs from memory shortages. Manufacturers across Xiaomi, Realme, iQOO are raising prices.
Global chip price hikes force premium pricing on upgrades.
Apple Warns of iPhone Spyware Risks; Urges iOS 26 Updates
Active iPhone attackers prompt Apple to release iOS 26.2 and 18.7.3 fixes; hundreds of millions of older devices at risk. Users advised to update or reboot to purge spyware.
The threat affects widespread iOS users.
MacBook Pro M5 Pro/Max Rumored for Late January Launch
Higher-end MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max expected late January, post-October M5 entry-level update. Timing aligns with Creator Studio bundle on Jan 28 and earnings call Jan 29.
It refreshes Apple's pro laptop lineup.