Mobile Devices 8 January 2026 - 22 January 2026

iPhone 17e launch date leak points to Feb 19 — MagSafe return and iPad 12 upgrade chatter
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iPhone 17e launch date leak points to Feb 19 — MagSafe return and iPad 12 upgrade chatter

Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 17e, its new entry-level model, on Feb. 19, according to multiple leaks. The device will likely feature MagSafe charging, upgraded connectivity chips, and retain a single rear camera with a notched screen. Reports also indicate the next base iPad may get an A18 chip and 8GB RAM. Apple has not confirmed any launch plans.
February 6, 2026
iQOO 15 Ultra teased with built-in cooling fan as AnTuTu score tops 4.51 million
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iQOO 15 Ultra teased with built-in cooling fan as AnTuTu score tops 4.51 million

The iQOO 15 Ultra scored over 4.51 million on AnTuTu in internal testing, according to the company’s product director. Leaked schematics show a built-in 17x17x4mm cooling fan with air intake below the camera and side exhaust. iQOO will launch the gaming-focused phone in China in February, offering two versions labeled “2077” and “2049.” Final battery and charging specs remain unconfirmed.
January 22, 2026
Utah’s Android bill is real: lawmaker wants the state to pick sides in iPhone vs Android feud
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Utah’s Android bill is real: lawmaker wants the state to pick sides in iPhone vs Android feud

Utah Senate Majority Leader Kirk Cullimore introduced SB138 to designate Android as the state’s official mobile operating system. Cullimore said he doesn’t expect the bill to advance. Lawmakers also debated a separate bill restricting student phone use in schools. The Android measure would add the software to Utah’s list of state symbols if passed.
January 22, 2026
RFK Jr revives cellphone radiation debate with new HHS study after FDA pulls safety pages
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RFK Jr revives cellphone radiation debate with new HHS study after FDA pulls safety pages

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ordered a study into cellphone radiation risks after the FDA removed claims of safety from its website. The move comes as agencies push wireless expansion and industry groups cite no proven health threat. The National Toxicology Program found some cancer links in rats exposed to older signals, but human studies show no consistent evidence of harm.
January 22, 2026
Oppo, Vivo plot September flagship surprise with MediaTek Dimensity 9600 as Xiaomi widens the fight
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Oppo, Vivo plot September flagship surprise with MediaTek Dimensity 9600 as Xiaomi widens the fight

Oppo and Vivo may move their flagship smartphone launches to September 2026 to match MediaTek’s accelerated Dimensity 9600 chip release, according to industry reports. This would put their new devices in direct competition with Apple’s iPhone and Xiaomi’s flagship launches during the crowded autumn season. Xiaomi is also promoting new smart audio glasses, recently reviewed for their audio features and battery life.
January 17, 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
Huawei Pura 90 Ultra leaks today: Horizontal camera bar concept, 200MP SmartSens zoom camera, and massive battery rumors (Jan. 14, 2026)
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Huawei Pura 90 Ultra leaks today: Horizontal camera bar concept, 200MP SmartSens zoom camera, and massive battery rumors (Jan. 14, 2026)

Leaks on January 14 suggest Huawei’s upcoming Pura 90 Ultra may feature a horizontal camera bar with a triangular lens layout and a 200MP periscope telephoto using SmartSens’ SCC80XS sensor. Reports also mention a 50MP main sensor, Kirin 9030 chip, HarmonyOS 6.1, and a battery up to 7,000mAh. Launch is rumored for May 2026 in China. No official confirmation from Huawei.
January 14, 2026
Unihertz Titan 2 Elite Teased Ahead of MWC 2026 as QWERTY Keyboard Phones Make a Comeback
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Unihertz Titan 2 Elite Teased Ahead of MWC 2026 as QWERTY Keyboard Phones Make a Comeback

Unihertz has teased the Titan 2 Elite, a smaller BlackBerry-style Android QWERTY phone set for announcement at MWC 2026. The device features a modern design with rounded corners, a punch-hole selfie camera, and a four-row physical keyboard. The reveal follows Clicks’ recent launch of its own keyboard phone, signaling renewed interest in QWERTY smartphones.
January 14, 2026
Motorola Moto G Power (2026) Review Roundup: $299 Price, Battery Life, Durability — and the Repairability Catch
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Motorola Moto G Power (2026) Review Roundup: $299 Price, Battery Life, Durability — and the Repairability Catch

Motorola’s Moto G Power (2026) is now on sale in the US for $299, available unlocked at Best Buy, Amazon, and Motorola’s store, and through Verizon. Early reviews highlight strong battery life and durability, but note midrange performance, limited software updates, and a design that complicates repairs. The phone features a 6.8-inch 120Hz LCD, 5,200mAh battery, and ships with Android 16.
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
iPhone 18 Pro leak hints under-display Face ID, 120Hz LTPO screens, and iPhone Air 2 display details — plus iPhone 17e and iPhone Fold roadmap (Jan 14, 2026)
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iPhone 18 Pro leak hints under-display Face ID, 120Hz LTPO screens, and iPhone Air 2 display details — plus iPhone 17e and iPhone Fold roadmap (Jan 14, 2026)

Apple has begun early prototype testing of the iPhone 18 lineup, with under-display Face ID in development for Pro models, according to supply chain leaks on January 14. Multiple sources report all four iPhone 18 variants may feature 120Hz LTPO OLED panels, not just the Pro models. Display sizes reportedly range from 6.27 to 6.86 inches. The Dynamic Island may shrink or disappear on Pro models if under-display Face ID advances.
January 14, 2026
Octopi Launcher Brings the Foldable Phone Productivity Experience to Any Android — As Crease‑Free Foldables Dominate 2026 Headlines
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Octopi Launcher Brings the Foldable Phone Productivity Experience to Any Android — As Crease‑Free Foldables Dominate 2026 Headlines

Samsung showed a nearly crease-free foldable display at CES 2026, fueling speculation about a possible Apple foldable iPhone. Google is rolling out faster app launching in Pixel Launcher, while Android 17 may add a native App Lock with hidden notifications. Octopi Launcher, updated January 9, brings foldable-style multitasking features to standard phones.
January 12, 2026
Samsung patent hints at a reversible flip phone with a 360-degree hinge
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Samsung patent hints at a reversible flip phone with a 360-degree hinge

Samsung has filed a design patent for a flip phone with no fixed front or back, according to WIPO documents. Sketches show two nearly identical outer panels and a circular cut-out, possibly for a camera. Mobile chief TM Roh said foldables are growing slower than expected but could go mainstream within three years. Samsung controlled nearly two-thirds of the foldable market in Q3 2025, per Counterpoint.
January 10, 2026
OnePlus 15 deal dangles $100 gift card as 15R review points to camera compromises
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OnePlus 15 deal dangles $100 gift card as 15R review points to camera compromises

Best Buy and Amazon are offering a $100 gift card with purchases of the OnePlus 15 in the U.S., with Best Buy’s 512GB model at $999 and Amazon’s 256GB version at $899.99. The promotion runs through Jan. 31. The OnePlus 15 uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and carries an IP69K durability rating. PhoneArena noted the cheaper OnePlus 15R starts at $700 but lacks a telephoto camera.
January 9, 2026
OnePlus launches Turbo 6 with a 9,000mAh battery — and the Nord 6 rumours won’t quit
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OnePlus launches Turbo 6 with a 9,000mAh battery — and the Nord 6 rumours won’t quit

OnePlus has launched its Turbo 6 and Turbo 6V smartphones in China, both featuring 9,000mAh batteries and 80W fast charging. The Turbo 6 uses a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip and a 165Hz display, while the 6V has a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 and 144Hz screen. Prices start at 2,099 yuan ($300) and 1,899 yuan, with a 200-yuan launch discount. Certification listings suggest a similar Nord 6 model may launch internationally.
January 9, 2026
Samsung One UI 8.5 leak adds AI weather lock screen effects — and shuffles Galaxy S25 camera modes
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Samsung One UI 8.5 leak adds AI weather lock screen effects — and shuffles Galaxy S25 camera modes

Samsung’s upcoming One UI 8.5 update will add AI-generated weather animations to Galaxy lock screens, blending effects like rain or snow into wallpaper, according to GalaxyClub. The feature is in beta for the Galaxy S25 line, with a wider rollout expected alongside Samsung’s next flagship phones. Two camera modes briefly disappeared in testing but were restored as optional toggles. Samsung has not confirmed a release date.
January 8, 2026
iOS 27 is coming: reports tip foldable iPhone tweaks, Siri redesign and new satellite featuresCUPERTINO, California, January 8, 2026, 02:37 PST
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iOS 27 is coming: reports tip foldable iPhone tweaks, Siri redesign and new satellite featuresCUPERTINO, California, January 8, 2026, 02:37 PST

Apple is expected to release iOS 27 in September, focusing on bug fixes, speed improvements, and groundwork for a foldable iPhone, according to reports from 9to5Mac and MacRumors. Rumors suggest a paid Health+ service and expanded satellite features may debut. Multiple iOS 26 updates are planned through summer, with developer betas for iOS 27 likely in June. Apple is also preparing major Siri and AI upgrades this year.
January 8, 2026
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