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Apple and Motorola Dominate US Smartphone Market in Q4 2025
Apple captured 69% of US smartphone sales in Q4 2025, while Samsung's share fell to 13% amid a 1% market growth. Motorola also led alongside Apple as Samsung falters ahead of Galaxy S26.
Analysts expect Samsung recovery with S26, while Apple buffers with services revenue.
Google Rolls Out Android 16 February 2026 Security Patch for Pixels
The Android 16 February 2026 security patch targets Pixel 7a through 10 Pro Fold, fixing high-severity VPU Driver CVE-2026-0106. No Pixel-specific bug fixes this month, a first, with OTA under 20MB across carriers.
Android 16 QPR3 expected in March.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 to Fix Buds 3 Reliability Issues
Samsung plans Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro launch with Galaxy S26 at Unpacked 2026, focusing on build quality after Buds 3 controversies. Emphasis on practicality per ETNews report.
Samsung Ends Routine Updates for Galaxy S21 Series
Samsung ceases routine updates for Galaxy S21 as S22 shifts to quarterly; seven-year promise begins with S24. This aligns with Galaxy S26 preparations.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Launch Expected February 25
Galaxy S26, S26+, S26 Ultra tipped for Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Exynos 2600, with 200MP camera, display upgrades. Incremental updates for base models, larger battery rumors.
Official poster leaked for S26 Ultra.
iQOO 15R Launch Confirmed for February 24
iQOO 15R features high-refresh display, Snapdragon chipset, large battery with fast charging for gaming. High-resolution primary camera positions it as performance mid-ranger.
Vivo V70 Series Incoming with AMOLED Displays
Vivo V70 and V70 Elite boast 6.59-inch 120Hz AMOLED; V70 Elite adds aluminum frame, LPDDR5X, 6500mAh battery. Mid-February launch in India.
Apple iPhone 17e to Launch as Accessible iPhone 17 Variant
iPhone 17e features 6.1-inch Dynamic Island display, A19 chip, possible MagSafe in February launches. Aims to stabilize Apple's growth post-Q4 dominance.
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Slated for Mid-February
Edge 70 Fusion offers 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. Contributes to Motorola's strong Q4 US market showing.
Oppo K14x 5G Launch Set for February 10 in India
Oppo confirms K14x 5G debut with key battery specs revealed. Positions as mid-range contender amid busy February smartphone calendar.