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๐Ÿ“…January 25, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Samsung teases Galaxy Z TriFold and S26 series with new features and March launch; Huawei surges in China sales; Waymo expands robotaxis; multi-OS NexPhone announced amid rising gadget prices.
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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Heads to US Stores for Hands-On Preview

Samsung will offer hands-on previews of the Galaxy Z TriFold in US stores ahead of its launch. This tri-foldable device marks a significant step in foldable smartphone innovation.Source 1

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Huawei Rebounds Strongly in Early 2026 China Smartphone Sales

Counterpoint data shows Huawei reclaiming the top spot in China's premium segment with the Mate 80 launch, surpassing Apple's iPhone 17. This rebound highlights Huawei's recovery in Q4 2025 and early 2026 sales.Source 1

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Waymo Launches Driverless Robotaxi Service in Miami

Waymo opened public fully autonomous robotaxi service in Miami on January 22, covering 60 square miles including downtown areas. This expands Waymo's lead over Tesla and Zoox in autonomous mobility.Source 1

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Samsung Galaxy S26 May Gain Google's Pixel-Exclusive Scam Detection

Rumors indicate the Galaxy S26 series could access Google's Scam Detection for calls, spotted in Phone app code with S26 codenames. This feature is currently Pixel-only.Source 1

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Release Date Tipped for March 11

Ice Universe leaks reveal Samsung Galaxy S26 Unpacked on February 25 in South Korea, with market launch on March 11. Pre-orders run March 5-10, signaling global rollout soon after.Source 2

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Apple's Siri to Become Full Chatbot with iOS 27 in 2026

Siri will evolve into a full chatbot in iOS 27 later this year, following personalization updates in iOS 26.4. This aims to enhance AI capabilities on Apple devices.Source 1

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Smartphone Prices Expected to Rise in 2026 Due to AI and Tariffs

Electronics prices, including phones, may increase from AI data center demands and tariffs constraining supply. Now is advised as a window to upgrade before hikes.Source 1

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NexPhone Announced as Multi-OS Smartphone for Q3 2026

NexPhone runs Android, Linux, and Windows 11 on a 6.6-inch rugged device with 12GB RAM, priced at $549. It bridges phone and PC needs amid rising hardware costs.Source 4

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Lineup Rumors: No S26+, Qi2 Charging Incoming

Expected S26, S26 Ultra, and skinny S26 Edge with Qi2 wireless charging, top Snapdragon chip, and large batteries. Launch anticipated in early 2026 with camera enhancements.Source 3

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Global Memory Chip Shortage Drives Up Gadget Component Prices

RAM and other components face 20-50% price hikes due to shortages, impacting smartphones and servers. Costs fluctuate daily, affecting 2026 IT procurement.Source 9

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OnePlus 15 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Set for Early 2026 Global Launch

OnePlus 15 features massive battery like its predecessor; Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has rear camera as second screen and large battery. Both expected worldwide in Q1 2026.Source 3

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Elon Musk Discusses Tesla Autonomous Driving and AI at Davos

Musk predicts robots outnumbering humans and expands on Tesla's autonomous vehicle approvals, including potential China timing. Regulatory reviews continue for safety.Source 5