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Apple Confirms Gemini AI Will Power Enhanced Siri This Year
Apple has officially confirmed a partnership with Google to integrate Gemini AI models into Siri and Apple Intelligence, promising a more personalized Siri experience launching later this year.
Google Pixel Sees 25% Growth in 2025 Smartphone Market as Apple Claims Top Spot
Google Pixel smartphones achieved 25% growth in 2025's global market, showing strong momentum despite Apple maintaining the top position in overall smartphone sales.
vivo X200T Teaser Campaign Begins Ahead of Imminent Launch
vivo has begun its official teaser campaign for the X200T smartphone, confirming a circular camera island with Zeiss optics and a periscope telephoto lens. The device is expected to launch within days as part of a Republic Day sale, with rumored specs including a Dimensity 9400+ chipset, triple 50MP cameras, and a 6,200mAh battery.
Samsung Galaxy Gets Official Stranger Things Theme, Requires Netflix
Samsung has launched an official Stranger Things theme for Galaxy smartphones, featuring wallpapers and icons inspired by the Netflix series. However, users need an active Netflix subscription to download and apply the theme.
T-Mobile to Deploy Holographic Samsung Galaxy Displays in Select Stores
T-Mobile is piloting a program in select stores nationwide to showcase Samsung Galaxy devices, starting with the Z Fold 7 and Watch 8, using holographic display technology to enhance the in-store customer experience.
Apple Tops Global Smartphone Shipments in 2025, Samsung Drops to Second Place
Apple became the world's largest smartphone shipper in 2025 with 20% market share, while Samsung fell to second. Global shipments grew 2%, but memory price hikes could slow 2026 growth.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Launch Delayed to Mid-March
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series launch has been delayed, pushing the release date to mid-March, a departure from the company's usual February flagship timeline.
Notability Note-Taking App Expands to Android After 15 Years on iOS
The iOS note-taking app Notability, known for its handwriting features and organization tools, is launching on Android after 15 years as an Apple exclusive.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Appear on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26 have appeared on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips, showing different clock speeds between models, 12GB RAM, and Android 16, suggesting performance tuning ahead of their anticipated February unveiling.
OnePlus Open 2: Leaked Specs and Reported Cancellation
The OnePlus Open 2, a rumored foldable with top-tier specs like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 and a 6.8-inch cover display, was reportedly slated for late 2026 but has now been canceled, leaving the future of OnePlus foldables uncertain.
Samsung's Foldable Crease Solution: Weaker Panels for Smoother Screens
Samsung may have solved the foldable crease problem by implementing less rigid OLED support panels in its Galaxy Z Fold devices, resulting in smoother screens without the distracting middle line.
Apple's Siri to Integrate Google Gemini AI Engine Later This Year
Apple has confirmed it will use Google's Gemini AI to power Siri's upcoming AI enhancements, with the integration scheduled to launch later this year.