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Leaked CAD renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 reveal a design similar to the Fold7 but with major upgrades: a larger 5,000 mAh battery, faster 45W charging, and an improved 50MP ultrawide camera.

Apple has released iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 featuring an AI-powered playlist generator called Playlist Playground, new emojis, CarPlay support for third-party AI chatbots, and enhanced security with Stolen Device Protection enabled by default.

The latest Apple Music 5.2 update for Android integrates features from iOS 26.4, notably adding the interactive Playlist Playground tool and a refreshed album interface, closing the gap between mobile platforms.

The vivo V70 FE arrives as an upper mid-range contender with standout features including a 200MP main camera, 7,000mAh battery supporting 90W fast charging, and a sleek matte unibody design.

Rumors of OnePlus shutting down global operations have escalated, with reports indicating a complete market withdrawal by April 2026 rather than a shift to budget segments, despite previous executive denials.

Nuki has launched the Keypad 2 NFC, enabling tap-to-unlock for smart locks using the Aliro 1.0 standard. Samsung smartphones already support this feature, while Google's devices have yet to adopt it.
Visible Wireless is offering substantial discounts of up to 50% on Google's Pixel 10 series smartphones for new and existing customers who meet specific activation requirements.

A teardown analysis of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra commends the ease of battery replacement, noting a simpler mechanism than some competitors. The device earns a 5/10 repairability score, with potential for improvement based on spare parts availability.

OnePlus is rumored to be planning to exit global smartphone markets by April, potentially ending sales and support outside China as the company refocuses on its domestic market.

New renders of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 indicate Samsung is focusing on refinement rather than reinvention, with modest changes to thickness, battery, and camera hardware expected.
An exclusive coupon code is being offered to select customers, stacking with current Google Store discounts to provide $350-450 off the Pixel 10 series for a limited time.

OnePlus will launch the Nord 6 in India on April 7, 2026. It's a rebranded Turbo 6 with gaming features like a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 165Hz display, and 9000mAh battery.