Gadgets 15 April 2026 - 18 April 2026

iPhone 18 Pro Release Date Leak Points to Dark Cherry Color, Camera Upgrade and Foldable iPhone Debut
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iPhone 18 Pro Release Date Leak Points to Dark Cherry Color, Camera Upgrade and Foldable iPhone Debut

Apple is expected to stagger its next iPhone launch, with iPhone 18 Pro models likely in September and standard models delayed into 2027, according to supply-chain reports. A new “Dark Cherry” Pro finish, minor design tweaks, and a camera upgrade are anticipated. iPhone shipments in China rose 20% last quarter, while the overall market declined. Apple’s first foldable phone is also slated for a September debut.
April 18, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Tipped for UFS 5.0 as Exynos 2700 Leak Signals Early 2nm Push
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Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Tipped for UFS 5.0 as Exynos 2700 Leak Signals Early 2nm Push

Samsung’s Galaxy S27 Ultra may debut with UFS 5.0 storage, offering up to 10.8 GB/s speeds, according to reports citing industry sources. A Geekbench listing showed an Exynos 2700 chip with 2,603 single-core and 10,350 multi-core scores, but analysts say these numbers reflect early validation. Samsung is pushing to use more of its own Exynos chips as memory costs rise and competition with Qualcomm and TSMC intensifies.
April 16, 2026
Vivo X300 Ultra Global Launch Starts in Europe at €1,999 With 400mm Lens and Pro Video Tools
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Vivo X300 Ultra Global Launch Starts in Europe at €1,999 With 400mm Lens and Pro Video Tools

Vivo opened European pre-orders for its X300 Ultra camera phone at €1,999, listing Austria, Germany, Hungary, and Switzerland, with sales starting April 24. The device features Zeiss optics, a 200-megapixel main camera, and pro video tools, including 4K/120fps recording. Launch offers include a free Pro Video Rig Kit. Omdia reports rising smartphone prices in China amid higher component costs.
April 16, 2026
Bigme HiBreak Dual revives dual-screen phones with color E-Ink and rear LCD, starting at $359
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Bigme HiBreak Dual revives dual-screen phones with color E-Ink and rear LCD, starting at $359

Bigme has launched the HiBreak Dual, a 5G Android phone with a 6.13-inch color E Ink display and a small circular LCD on the back, starting at $359 for early preorders. The phone runs Android 14, uses a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chip, and supports a stylus. Bigme claims the E Ink screen can reach 53 fps. IDC reports global smartphone shipments fell 4.1% last quarter amid rising costs.
April 16, 2026
Nothing Phone 4a Pro Reviews Are Strong, but Durability Test Finds Two Hidden Flaws
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Nothing Phone 4a Pro Reviews Are Strong, but Durability Test Finds Two Hidden Flaws

A durability test found Nothing’s new $499 Phone 4a Pro camera cover scratches easily and its microphone port can be punctured by a SIM-eject pin, risking water resistance. The phone launched in March with a metal unibody, 50MP periscope zoom, and three years of OS updates. Most reviews are positive, but rivals like Google’s Pixel 10a match price and offer longer support. Nothing’s shipments rose 25% in Q1 despite a 6% global market drop.
April 16, 2026
Huawei Pura X Max Moves First, Raising Pressure on Apple’s Foldable iPhone
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Huawei Pura X Max Moves First, Raising Pressure on Apple’s Foldable iPhone

Huawei began taking 1,000 yuan deposits for its Pura X Max foldable phone ahead of the April 20 launch in China, with over 210,000 registrations on its vmall store. IDC said Huawei’s Pura X foldable shipped more than 1.5 million units, as China’s smartphone market shrank 3.3% in the first quarter. TrendForce expects Apple to enter the foldable segment in the second half of 2026.
April 15, 2026
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide Leak Gains Momentum as Tri-Fold Patent Surfaces Before July Unpacked
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide Leak Gains Momentum as Tri-Fold Patent Surfaces Before July Unpacked

Samsung is expected to unveil a wider Galaxy Z Fold model, possibly called the Z Fold 8 Wide, at its Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, according to Korean media and recent leaks. Patent filings also show Samsung exploring a tri-fold device with a squarer display. The new model may feature a 4:3 aspect ratio and renewed S Pen support. Rival Huawei launches its Pura X Max wide foldable in China on April 20.
April 15, 2026
Samsung Quietly Hikes U.S. Galaxy Prices as Memory Crunch Hits Foldables and Tablets
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Samsung Quietly Hikes U.S. Galaxy Prices as Memory Crunch Hits Foldables and Tablets

Samsung has raised U.S. list prices on several Galaxy phones and tablets, with the 512GB Galaxy Z Flip7 now at $1,299.99 and the 1TB Galaxy Z Fold7 at $2,499.99, according to its U.S. store. The increases follow a global shortage of DRAM and NAND flash memory, which has driven up component costs. Some entry-level models remain at launch prices, while higher-capacity versions saw the biggest hikes. Samsung continues to offer discounts on some devices.
April 15, 2026
Motorola Razr 70, Razr 70 Ultra leaks reveal new colors, bigger battery as foldable race tightens
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Motorola Razr 70, Razr 70 Ultra leaks reveal new colors, bigger battery as foldable race tightens

Leaked images and certification filings show Motorola’s Razr 70 and Razr 70 Ultra flip phones, with the standard model appearing in four finishes and the Ultra tipped to feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, 16GB RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery. Motorola now holds about half the U.S. foldable phone market, ahead of Samsung and Google, according to IDC and Counterpoint. Pre-orders for the Razr Fold have begun in the UK.
April 15, 2026
Garmin smartwatch problems deepen as Forerunner 27.09 bugs and iPhone sync failures stir fresh backlash
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Garmin smartwatch problems deepen as Forerunner 27.09 bugs and iPhone sync failures stir fresh backlash

Garmin smartwatch owners reported ongoing software issues this week, including faulty heart-rate, altitude, and sleep tracking, plus persistent iPhone syncing failures. Forum posts say some bugs remain after software updates, with users of Forerunner and Fenix models citing inaccurate data and broken features. Garmin has released several fixes since January, but complaints continue.
April 15, 2026
Amazon’s $35 Fire TV Stick HD Gets Slimmer as Ember Artline TV Preorders Open
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Amazon’s $35 Fire TV Stick HD Gets Slimmer as Ember Artline TV Preorders Open

Amazon on Wednesday launched a slimmer $34.99 Fire TV Stick HD and opened preorders for its first Ember Artline televisions, starting at $899.99. The new stick, about 30% slimmer and faster than before, ships later this month with Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, Alexa+, and Adaptive Display. Ember Artline TVs, featuring matte 4K QLED screens and over 2,000 artworks, ship April 22 in the U.S. and Canada.
April 15, 2026
Sony Xperia 1 VIII FCC Certification Hints at Earlier Launch, Headphone Jack and New Design
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Sony Xperia 1 VIII FCC Certification Hints at Earlier Launch, Headphone Jack and New Design

Sony’s next flagship phone, likely the Xperia 1 VIII, appeared in the U.S. FCC database under ID PY7-30515Z, with filings confirming 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and wireless charging. Reports say Sony will keep the 3.5 mm headphone jack. The FCC filing surfaced earlier than last year’s Xperia 1 VII, fueling speculation about an accelerated launch. Sony has not confirmed the model or release date.
April 15, 2026
Apple Smart Glasses Leak Reveals Four Designs as 2027 Launch Takes Aim at Meta
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Apple Smart Glasses Leak Reveals Four Designs as 2027 Launch Takes Aim at Meta

Apple is testing at least four frame styles for its first smart glasses, aiming for a late 2026 unveiling and 2027 launch, according to reports citing Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The device is expected to lack a display or AR graphics, focusing on calls, music, notifications, and Siri. Apple is designing the frames in-house, with prototypes in various shapes and colors. Meta currently leads the smart-glasses market with its Ray-Ban line.
April 15, 2026
Apple Foldable iPhone Still Eyed for September Launch, but Getting One May Be Hard
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Apple Foldable iPhone Still Eyed for September Launch, but Getting One May Be Hard

Apple’s first foldable iPhone is still expected to debut in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models, but mass production has slipped from July to August, raising concerns over initial stock. Supply-chain reports say the device will use variable-thickness ultra-thin glass and a new adhesive to minimize the screen crease. Analysts do not expect a launch delay. Apple has not confirmed the device or commented.
April 15, 2026
Trump Mobile T1 Phone Gets a New Look, but Buyers Still Have No Launch Date
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Trump Mobile T1 Phone Gets a New Look, but Buyers Still Have No Launch Date

Trump Mobile unveiled a redesigned gold T1 smartphone and updated its website but gave no shipping date. The new images show vertically stacked rear cameras, and the $499 promotional price remains, with deposits accepted. The phone received FCC approval in January, but the company now describes it as “shaped by American innovation” rather than U.S.-built. A trademark filing for “The 47 Plan” appeared on April 6.
April 15, 2026
Microsoft Surface Price Hike Puts Surface Laptop Above MacBook Air as Memory Shortage Bites
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Microsoft Surface Price Hike Puts Surface Laptop Above MacBook Air as Memory Shortage Bites

Microsoft raised U.S. prices on all Surface PCs, with entry models now starting at $1,049 and the 13-inch Surface Pro and Laptop at $1,499. The company cited rising memory and component costs amid an ongoing chip shortage. Apple’s comparable MacBook Air now undercuts Microsoft’s lowest-priced Surface Laptop. Analysts warn the supply squeeze could keep PC prices high through at least mid-year.
April 15, 2026
Technology News 15.04.2026
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Technology News 15.04.2026

ENDEDLive coverage has endedEnded: April 16, 2026, 12:00 AM EDT Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G in Brazil with AI features and six-year software support April 15, 2026, 10:44 PM EDT. Samsung announced the Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G for Brazil, expanding the mid-range line with a stronger AI focus and longer software support. The AI suite, called Absurd AI, includes an Object Eraser, improved group selfies, auto video crop, and Google Search integration. Bixby and Gemini receive updates for natural-language commands and cross-app automation. Both phones use a 50 MP triple camera with Nightography improvements, scene
April 15, 2026
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