Gadgets 29 December 2025 - 16 January 2026

Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags
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Snapdragon X2 Elite vs Apple M5: Early Windows laptop benchmarks show surprise wins — and some red flags

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite outperformed Apple’s M5 in early multi-core and real-world benchmarks, including Cinebench and Blender, according to tests on pre-production Asus laptops. Apple’s M5 kept a single-core lead and outpaced the X2 Elite in gaming stability, while battery life remains untested. Reviewers used early firmware and drivers, with first X2 Elite laptops expected in February and March.
February 10, 2026
Technology News 16.01.2026
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Technology News 16.01.2026

Rep. John Moolenaar urged the NSF to block Chinese institutions from the ACCESS supercomputing program, citing export-control risks and screenshots showing Chinese universities listed as eligible. Separately, a federal judge ordered Anna's Archive to delete all WorldCat.org data after a default judgment for unauthorized scraping that caused outages. Anthropic’s report finds coding dominates Claude AI use, with the US, India, Japan, UK, and South Korea leading global adoption.
January 16, 2026
Google Pixel 10a leaks point to a February 17 launch, €500 price, and a “Berry” pink color — just ahead of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 (Jan 15, 2026)
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Google Pixel 10a leaks point to a February 17 launch, €500 price, and a “Berry” pink color — just ahead of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 (Jan 15, 2026)

Multiple leaks indicate Google’s Pixel 10a will launch February 17, 2026, with European prices at €500 for 128GB and €600 for 256GB. Renderings show a design similar to the Pixel 9a, a 6.285-inch OLED display, 8GB RAM, and a 5,100mAh battery. The phone may debut in Obsidian, Fog, Lavender, and Berry colors. The timing puts it head-to-head with Samsung’s Galaxy S26 launch window.
January 15, 2026
iPhone 18 leaks collide with Galaxy S26 rumors: under‑screen Face ID, Qi2 magnets, and a bigger shake‑up than expected
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iPhone 18 leaks collide with Galaxy S26 rumors: under‑screen Face ID, Qi2 magnets, and a bigger shake‑up than expected

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 is expected to launch February 25, with sales starting March 11, and may feature a 4,300mAh base battery and a new camera layout. Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are rumored to add under-display Face ID and a punch-hole camera, with a fall 2026 release, while cheaper iPhone 18 models could slip to spring 2027.
January 14, 2026
CES 2026 wrap-up: Clicks’ keyboard “Communicator,” Ikko’s square Android, and Samsung’s TriFold steal the phone spotlight
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CES 2026 wrap-up: Clicks’ keyboard “Communicator,” Ikko’s square Android, and Samsung’s TriFold steal the phone spotlight

CES 2026 ended in Las Vegas with phone prototypes drawing attention, including Clicks’ BlackBerry-style Communicator and Ikko’s square MindOne Pro with a rotating 50MP camera. Samsung showed the Galaxy Z TriFold, unfolding to 10 inches, while Honor’s Robot Phone prototype featured a gimbal camera that did not move in demos. The show highlighted experimental hardware amid mostly conventional launches.
January 14, 2026
Poco F8 Ultra Teardown Reveals Improved Repairability and a Tiny Bose-Tuned Subwoofer — Plus New Test Results and Best Screen Protectors (Jan 11, 2026)
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Poco F8 Ultra Teardown Reveals Improved Repairability and a Tiny Bose-Tuned Subwoofer — Plus New Test Results and Best Screen Protectors (Jan 11, 2026)

A teardown video gives the Poco F8 Ultra a 7/10 repairability score, citing easier access to key parts but a battery still difficult to reach. The phone features a 2.1-channel audio system with a real subwoofer and a reinforced aluminum frame. Gaming tests praise its performance but note heat buildup in long sessions. Accessory guides highlight demand for screen protection for the 6.9-inch display.
January 11, 2026
CES 2026 Accessories Roundup: The Best Phone, iPhone, and Mac Add‑Ons Announced This Week
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CES 2026 Accessories Roundup: The Best Phone, iPhone, and Mac Add‑Ons Announced This Week

Qi2.2 wireless chargers debut at CES 2026, with brands promising up to 25W charging for iPhone 17. Anker introduces a Nano charger with a display and thermal controls. Power banks shrink to pocket size, while Find My integration appears in wallets and stands. KEYi Tech’s DeskMate turns an iPhone into a desktop AI assistant using a MagSafe hub, with a Kickstarter planned for March.
January 11, 2026
Leaked Xiaomi 17 Air Prototype Reveals a 5.5mm Ultra‑Thin Design With Dual Cameras — Here’s Why It Was Reportedly Canceled
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Leaked Xiaomi 17 Air Prototype Reveals a 5.5mm Ultra‑Thin Design With Dual Cameras — Here’s Why It Was Reportedly Canceled

A leaked Xiaomi 17 Air prototype shows a 5.5mm-thick body, 6.59-inch display, and dual rear cameras, according to reports and leaked images circulating January 10–11. The device, which reached the engineering-mould stage before cancellation, also appears to feature wireless charging and a “MASTER” logo, suggesting it was an internal test unit.
January 11, 2026
iPhone Fold Rumors on January 10, 2026: Samsung’s Crease‑Free OLED Seen at CES 2026, CoE Display Tech, and Apple’s Foldable Roadmap
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iPhone Fold Rumors on January 10, 2026: Samsung’s Crease‑Free OLED Seen at CES 2026, CoE Display Tech, and Apple’s Foldable Roadmap

Samsung Display briefly showed a crease-less foldable OLED panel at CES 2026 before removing it from its booth. The prototype’s appearance has fueled speculation about Apple’s rumored iPhone Fold, with reports suggesting a fall 2026 launch window and a book-style design. Samsung Display called the panel an R&D concept with no set release plan. Observers described the crease as nearly invisible.
January 10, 2026
Leak shows Honor Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design redesign as Magic 8 Pro Air gets a Jan. 19 date
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Leak shows Honor Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design redesign as Magic 8 Pro Air gets a Jan. 19 date

A leaked poster on Weibo shows two unannounced Honor phones: the Magic 8 Pro Air and Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design. Honor confirmed the Pro Air name and set a launch for January 19 but gave no specs or price. Details and images of the RSR remain unverified, with no release date announced. The leak suggests new camera designs and possible high-end features for both models.
January 8, 2026
Motorola Razr Fold Debuts at CES 2026: Book-Style Foldable Takes Aim at Samsung, Plus Qira AI and New Moto Things
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Motorola Razr Fold Debuts at CES 2026: Book-Style Foldable Takes Aim at Samsung, Plus Qira AI and New Moto Things

Motorola introduced the Razr Fold, its first book-style foldable phone, at CES in Las Vegas, targeting a summer 2026 North American release. The company also revealed the Qira AI platform, a premium Motorola Signature phone line, and new Moto Things accessories. The Razr Fold features a 6.6-inch outer and 8.1-inch inner display with triple 50MP cameras. Pricing details remain undisclosed.
January 7, 2026
Motorola Razr Fold Leak Points to Motorola’s First Book-Style Foldable With Stylus Support Ahead of CES 2026
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Motorola Razr Fold Leak Points to Motorola’s First Book-Style Foldable With Stylus Support Ahead of CES 2026

Motorola is set to unveil the “motorola razr fold,” a book-style foldable phone, and a new “Motorola Signature” flagship at Lenovo Tech World during CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Official event materials now reference both devices, confirming their existence after months of leaks. Lenovo’s keynote is scheduled for 5PM PST on January 6 at Sphere.
January 6, 2026
Honor Robot Phone at CES 2026: First Look at the Robotic Gimbal Camera Smartphone Ahead of MWC 2026
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Honor Robot Phone at CES 2026: First Look at the Robotic Gimbal Camera Smartphone Ahead of MWC 2026

Honor’s Robot Phone prototype debuted at CES 2026, featuring a fold-out robotic gimbal camera arm for stabilized, AI-tracked video. Reporters saw physical hardware during pre-show previews, though the device remains unfinished and not ready for market. The camera arm extends from the phone’s rear, aiming to deliver steadier shots and flexible angles without external equipment.
January 5, 2026
iPhone Fold Design Leak Points to Apple’s Ultra‑Thin, Crease‑Free Foldable in 2026 — Specs, Price, and What Today’s Reports Reveal
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iPhone Fold Design Leak Points to Apple’s Ultra‑Thin, Crease‑Free Foldable in 2026 — Specs, Price, and What Today’s Reports Reveal

Apple’s first foldable iPhone could launch in September 2026 with a book-style design, iPad-like display, and a Liquidmetal hinge aimed at hiding the crease, according to multiple reports dated January 5. The device may cost over $2,000 and debut alongside high-end “Pro” models, while standard iPhone 18 models could be delayed to 2027.
January 5, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: New colors, camera redesign and S Pen changes — but soaring memory prices could decide the price
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks: New colors, camera redesign and S Pen changes — but soaring memory prices could decide the price

Leaks suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature new “Shadow” colors, a redesigned camera ring, and an updated S Pen. Rising memory chip costs may force Samsung to raise prices, according to The Korea Times. Co-CEO TM Roh told Reuters a chip shortage could make price hikes “inevitable.” No “titanium” color is mentioned in the latest reports.
January 5, 2026
Huawei Mate 80 GTS leak hints at a cooling fan inside the camera ring — what today’s reports say (Dec. 30, 2025)
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Huawei Mate 80 GTS leak hints at a cooling fan inside the camera ring — what today’s reports say (Dec. 30, 2025)

Leaked images circulating Dec. 30 suggest Huawei may add a micro fan inside the Mate 80 GTS’s circular camera ring, repurposing the module as an active cooling system. Multiple outlets call the design speculative and likely AI-generated, but agree the concept aims to prevent chipset throttling during gaming. No official confirmation from Huawei. Reports differ on the fan’s exact placement.
December 30, 2025
Hidden Android Phone Sensors You’re Not Using in 2025 — and Why Today’s “Virtual Sensor” News Matters (Dec 29, 2025)
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Hidden Android Phone Sensors You’re Not Using in 2025 — and Why Today’s “Virtual Sensor” News Matters (Dec 29, 2025)

Elliptic Labs expanded its contract with a top-five smartphone maker to supply AI virtual proximity sensors for over 20 models launching in 2026–2027. Consumer tech sites highlighted underused Android sensors like the ambient light sensor and magnetometer. Samsung updated its SmartThings Privacy Notice to specify collection of sensor-derived data, effective December 29, 2025.
December 29, 2025
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