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Downward trend Research data says the phone market dropped once again in Q2 2026, and the rest of the year looks sour, as it will likely continue to drop.

New Challenger Hisense posted teasers for its hybrid E Ink phone, offering a detachable LCD to compete with BigMe's next launch.

Taken away Meta responds to user unrest over Muse Image by removing the AI from Instagram, as an uproar over a lack of privacy quickly surfaced.

AI Labels Are Here Google is adding AI labels to ads across Search, YouTube, and Discover, but while it's a win for transparency, third-party AI disclosures still rely on advertisers playing fair.

Foldable leak A new Pixel 11 Pro Fold render reveals a Pine green finish and redesigned camera module, but shows no sign of the rumored Pixel Glow LED feature.

The modem plot twist Google could finally ditch Samsung's terrible modems for a MediaTek upgrade in the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, giving us the reliable signal and all-day battery life we actually deserve.

SmartTag's second chance Samsung's SmartTag 3 is rumored to drop this September alongside the S26 FE, and it better fix that aging network if it wants to compete.

Early look A report claimed the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus is passing through certification hoops in South Korea, and a live image reportedly leaked, too.

Changing times The Galaxy S26 series sees a massive spike in sales in South Korea for Samsung, and it could be due to concerns over its next phone line.

Click-click DuRoBo announced the Moodi: a small, wireless page-turner for e-readers and more that delivers a gentle, satisfying clicking experience for long reading sessions.