Mobile Devices 9 October 2025 - 4 December 2025

Samsung’s iPhone Fold Fight Starts Early: July 22 Leak Points to a Wide Galaxy Fold
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Samsung’s iPhone Fold Fight Starts Early: July 22 Leak Points to a Wide Galaxy Fold

Samsung Electronics is gearing up to launch its latest foldable lineup at the Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, according to Korea Economic TV. The company is set to introduce three new Galaxy Z Fold 8-series devices, among them a “Galaxy Z Wide Fold” that sports a 4:3 screen ratio. Samsung’s aiming this wide-screen model at Apple’s rumored debut foldable iPhone. S Pen support is on the roadmap again, but will roll out gradually as the company tackles earlier design limits around thickness and weight. Timing comes into play here as foldables shift from a Samsung-dominated corner of the market into a bigger premium-phone showdown. Counterpoint Research is forecasting 48% growth for North America’s foldable smartphone segment in
April 21, 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Drives Record 2025 Shipments as IDC Warns of Smartphone Slowdown in 2026
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Apple iPhone 17 Drives Record 2025 Shipments as IDC Warns of Smartphone Slowdown in 2026

Published: December 4, 2025 Apple’s iPhone 17 is turning what was supposed to be a sluggish year for smartphones into a record-breaking one — at least for Apple. At the same time, fresh data from research firm IDC shows storm clouds forming over the broader market in 2026, as component shortages and rising memory costs push prices higher and unit sales lower. Reuters+1
December 4, 2025
Black Friday 2025 Phone Deals: Google Pixel 10 Hits Its Lowest Price of the Year as Carriers Give Away Pixel 10 Pro
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Black Friday 2025 Phone Deals: Google Pixel 10 Hits Its Lowest Price of the Year as Carriers Give Away Pixel 10 Pro

Published: November 29, 2025 If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your phone, today is it. Across the US, UK, and India, the Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro have dropped to their lowest prices of 2025, with some carriers even offering the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL for free on long‑term plans. At the same time, rival flagships like Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold7 are seeing record‑breaking discounts.
November 29, 2025
Israel’s IDF Bans Android Phones for Senior Officers: iPhones Now Mandatory in New Cybersecurity Crackdown
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Israel’s IDF Bans Android Phones for Senior Officers: iPhones Now Mandatory in New Cybersecurity Crackdown

Published: November 29, 2025 The Israel Defense Forces are moving to an iPhone‑only policy for senior officers, barring Android phones from any operational use on military lines in a sweeping new cybersecurity push. The change, first reported by Israeli Army Radio and detailed by multiple Israeli and international outlets, will apply to officers from the rank of lieutenant colonel up to the general staff.PressTV+1
November 29, 2025
Verizon Black Friday 2025: How to Get a Free iPhone 17, iPad and Apple Watch From Verizon Today
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Verizon Black Friday 2025: How to Get a Free iPhone 17, iPad and Apple Watch From Verizon Today

Published: November 27, 2025 Verizon has quietly turned Black Friday 2025 into a “free Apple bundle” event. As of today, the carrier is running a headline-grabbing promo that can get you an iPhone 17, an iPad and an Apple Watch for $0 upfront when you open a new unlimited line — and it’s doing the same for Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 10 bundles, plus throwing in free TVs and tablets with home internet. Verizon+2Verizon+2
November 27, 2025
Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch
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Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch

The Sidephone SP‑01 — a candybar‑style “premium dumb phone” with a fully swappable keypad — has quietly become one of the most interesting mobile launches going into 2026. As of today, US pre‑orders are live for $249, with the first batch of devices scheduled to ship in January 2026.Liliputing+2TechEBlog+2 At first glance, it looks like a modernized Nokia: a small touchscreen on top and a physical number pad below. But that keypad is actually a magnetic module that can be popped out and replaced with other tiles, like a circular “Sundial” media controller or an upcoming QWERTY board.Liliputing+2Notebookcheck+2
November 21, 2025
HMD Terra M: Ultra‑Rugged ‘Mission Phone’ Debuts with Eviden Partnership and 10‑Day Battery Life
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HMD Terra M: Ultra‑Rugged ‘Mission Phone’ Debuts with Eviden Partnership and 10‑Day Battery Life

HMD’s new Terra M isn’t trying to be the next big consumer smartphone. Instead, it’s aiming for something far tougher: becoming the radio‑and‑phone hybrid that keeps frontline workers, security forces and field technicians connected when conditions are at their worst. Announced this week under the HMD Secure division, the Terra M is a compact “smart feature phone” with military‑grade protection, a glove‑friendly touchscreen, enterprise‑grade software and up to 10 days of standby time.HMD Secure+2Nokiamob | Welcome to the Nokia World!+2
November 19, 2025
Huawei Mate 80 & Mate X7 Officially Teased for November 25: Magnetic Charging, 20GB RAM and Basalt Foldable Redefine 2025 Flagships
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Huawei Mate 80 & Mate X7 Officially Teased for November 25: Magnetic Charging, 20GB RAM and Basalt Foldable Redefine 2025 Flagships

Huawei is turning up the heat in the premium Android race this week. Ahead of a big launch event on November 25 in China, the company has revealed almost the entire Mate 80 flagship family and given us a surprisingly detailed first look at the new Mate X7 foldable – complete with magnetic charging, dual‑layer OLED displays, 20GB RAM and a basalt-reinforced body. Android Headlines+2S24+2 At the same time, a new Huawei flagship with 20GB RAM is already putting pressure on Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra, which is still expected to top out at 16GB in limited markets. Sammy Fans+1
November 18, 2025
Android Face Unlock Is Finally Getting Serious: Polar ID, Galaxy S27 Ultra Leaks, and the Race to Beat Face ID
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Android Face Unlock Is Finally Getting Serious: Polar ID, Galaxy S27 Ultra Leaks, and the Race to Beat Face ID

A new wave of leaks and a fresh Metalenz–UMC production deal suggest Android phones — including Samsung’s rumored Galaxy S27 Ultra — are about to get Face ID‑class secure facial recognition. In the space of just ten days, a niche optics startup, a big semiconductor foundry, and a flurry of Samsung leaks have turned Android facial recognition from a long‑running disappointment into one of the hottest stories in mobile.
November 17, 2025
Old Android Phones in 2025: 11 Smart Ways to Repurpose Them Amid Today’s E‑Waste and Security News (Nov 14, 2025)
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Old Android Phones in 2025: 11 Smart Ways to Repurpose Them Amid Today’s E‑Waste and Security News (Nov 14, 2025)

On November 14, 2025, e‑waste and Android security are in the spotlight. Here’s how to safely repurpose, donate, or recycle your old Android phone without risking your data. On November 14, 2025, millions of old Android phones are still sitting in drawers, even as cities and organizations around the world are running America Recycles Day and dedicated e‑waste collection events that explicitly invite you to drop off old electronics — phones included. Kansas City’s T‑Mobile Center is hosting an America Recycles Day drive that accepts e‑waste, clothing and more, while Mill Valley, CA and the University of Louisville are holding free e‑waste collection days for residents this very afternoon. t-mobilecenter.com+2cityofmillvalley.gov+2
November 14, 2025
Honor Magic 8 Pro: EU Battery Cut, 200MP Camera and Visit Malaysia 2026 – All the Latest (13 Nov 2025)
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Honor Magic 8 Pro: EU Battery Cut, 200MP Camera and Visit Malaysia 2026 – All the Latest (13 Nov 2025)

Honor’s new flagship, the Magic 8 Pro, is having a very busy week. Today’s headlines confirm a smaller battery for the European model, even as the phone’s 200MP “Ultra Night” camera is being pushed globally – and it’s just been named the selected photography equipment for Visit Malaysia 2026. Notebookcheck+2Gadgets 360+2 Here’s a complete look at what’s new as of 13 November 2025 – and what it all means if you’re planning to buy the Magic 8 Pro in Europe or in other regions.
November 13, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak: ‘Polar ID’ face unlock tipped for 180ms unlocks and stronger anti‑spoofing — could finally rival Apple Face ID (Nov 10, 2025)
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Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leak: ‘Polar ID’ face unlock tipped for 180ms unlocks and stronger anti‑spoofing — could finally rival Apple Face ID (Nov 10, 2025)

India’s Techlusive published a morning report reiterating that Samsung’s Galaxy S27 Ultra may debut Polar ID v1.0, a near‑infrared polarized‑light system said to read a person’s unique polarization pattern and target ~180ms unlocks. The piece also repeats claims that the stack combines an ISOCELL Vizion sensor with a new BIO‑Fusion Core enclave and should perform more reliably in darkness, bright sun, and with sunglasses or masks. Techlusive German outlet GIGA followed with a same‑day brief contextualizing Polar ID as Samsung’s best shot yet at a Face ID‑class solution, noting the Metalenz origin and the long‑running effort to miniaturize the hardware for phones. GIGA
November 10, 2025
iOS 26.1 Adds Adjustable ‘Liquid Glass’ on iPhone; iOS 26.2 Tests Enhanced Safety Alerts, and iPadOS 26 Brings Big iPad Upgrades (Nov 9, 2025)
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iOS 26.1 Adds Adjustable ‘Liquid Glass’ on iPhone; iOS 26.2 Tests Enhanced Safety Alerts, and iPadOS 26 Brings Big iPad Upgrades (Nov 9, 2025)

Apple’s latest software cycle is producing a trio of meaningful changes across iPhone and iPad. A new Liquid Glass control in iOS 26.1 lets you tone down the ultra‑transparent look; the iOS 26.2 beta introduces Enhanced Safety Alerts with earthquake and imminent‑threat options plus a new alert tone; and iPadOS 26 adds a flexible windowing system, a super‑charged Dock, and an app menu bar that makes pro workflows feel at home on iPad. Here’s what’s new today and how to use it. mint+2MacRumors+2 Liquid Glass gets a practical toggle in iOS 26.1. If you loved the fresh look of iOS 26 but found some panels a little too see‑through, Apple now lets you pick between Clear and Tinted. This change
November 9, 2025
POCO F8 Pro leak points to ‘Sound by Bose’ audio and no in‑box charger; NBTC & IMDA listings hint at imminent global launch (Nov 8, 2025)
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POCO F8 Pro leak points to ‘Sound by Bose’ audio and no in‑box charger; NBTC & IMDA listings hint at imminent global launch (Nov 8, 2025)

A fresh wave of reports has reinforced two big talking points about POCO’s next performance phone: Bose‑tuned audio and the likelihood that no charger will be included in the retail package. A leaked image of the POCO F8 Pro box—shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav—clearly shows the “Sound by Bose” badge, while multiple outlets now echo the claim that buyers may have to use an existing power brick or buy one separately. Gadgets 360+1 The paper trail is getting longer. The F8 Pro has been spotted on NBTC with model number 2510DPC44G, and the F8 Ultra previously appeared as 25102PCBEG, typical milestones that precede a commercial debut. Separately, IMDA listings in Singapore point to imminent global variants for Xiaomi 17, POCO
November 8, 2025
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Debuts at €249 Amid Bloatware Backlash and Quick Reversal
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Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Debuts at €249 Amid Bloatware Backlash and Quick Reversal

November 6, 2025 – Nothing has launched its new budget-friendly smartphone, the Phone Lite, at a highly competitive price point of €249. Boasting the brand’s signature transparent design and solid specs, the device initially seemed poised to shake up the mid-range market. However, a controversial decision to include pre-installed apps sparked immediate backlash from fans – a backlash so strong that Nothing has swiftly reversed course. The company now vows to let users remove those unwanted apps in an upcoming update, aiming to uphold its reputation for a clean Android experience. Nothing’s Phone Lite in White and Black continues the brand’s transparent design language with a simplified single LED “Glyph Light” at the rear.
November 6, 2025
Google’s Surprise Late‑October Pixel Update Shocks Users – What’s Going On?
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Google’s Surprise Late‑October Pixel Update Shocks Users – What’s Going On?

Google stunned Pixel owners by releasing an extra software update in late October 2025, well outside the normal monthly schedule. Typically, Pixel phones receive their Android security patch and bug fixes in the first week of each month. In fact, the regular October 2025 update had already rolled out earlier in the month, bringing fixes for issues like screen flickering on the Pixel 7 and a fuzzy/freezing display on the Pixel 10 androidauthority.com. That made it especially surprising when a second Pixel update suddenly arrived on October 30, just ahead of November’s expected patch. This surprise October patch is available for all newer Pixel models – from the Pixel 7 up through the latest Pixel 10 series androidauthority.com. The rollout
October 31, 2025
End of an Era: Galaxy S20 FE Gets Final Update After 5 Years – Time to Upgrade?
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End of an Era: Galaxy S20 FE Gets Final Update After 5 Years – Time to Upgrade?

Samsung has officially pulled the plug on the Galaxy S20 FE’s software support. In mid-October 2025, the S20 FE received the October security patch, and multiple reports confirm this is effectively the final update for the device sammobile.com androidcentral.com. Samsung had originally promised five years of security updates for the S20 FE, and that commitment has now been fulfilled as the phone hits its five-year anniversary androidcentral.com. In other words, the October 2025 patch is the last time Galaxy S20 FE users will see their phone updated. After a long and eventful run, “the phone has reached the end of software support,” as SamMobile puts it sammobile.com. Samsung’s support page still listed the S20 FE under devices receiving quarterly security
October 31, 2025
Your iPhone Could Replace Your Passport Sooner Than You Think
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Your iPhone Could Replace Your Passport Sooner Than You Think

Apple is on the cusp of turning the iPhone into a digital passport. “What if your phone could replace everything in your wallet?” Apple’s VP of Wallet Jennifer Bailey asked at the Money20/20 fintech conference appleinsider.com. She answered her own question with news that U.S. passports will soon be supported in Apple Wallet, alongside credit cards, transit passes, car keys, tickets and other digital credentials. “So really, everything that is in your wallet, we’ve been working to replace,” Bailey said, noting the company has been making “great, great progress” on that vision appleinsider.com. Bailey’s announcement is the first public confirmation from Apple that the digital passport feature is nearing launch, after being teased earlier in the year. Apple had initially
October 28, 2025
Samsung’s October 2025 Security Blitz: Crucial Patch Hits Galaxy Z Fold 7, S25, S24 & More
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Samsung’s October 2025 Security Blitz: Crucial Patch Hits Galaxy Z Fold 7, S25, S24 & More

Samsung’s latest foldable phones – the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 – are now receiving the October 2025 security patch, after a slight delay in the rollout androidcentral.com. The update first hit users in South Korea and should reach other regions shortly androidcentral.com. This One UI 8-based patch is “behind schedule, but brings a slew of high-level security updates”, addressing 34 vulnerabilities in total androidcentral.com. That includes 14 high-severity issues from Google’s Android bulletin and 20 Samsung-specific flaws, some of which are so sensitive that details aren’t being disclosed publicly yet androidcentral.com. In other words, this is a crucial update for Fold 7/Flip 7 owners’ security, and experts recommend installing it promptly. Samsung’s Brady Snyder at
October 27, 2025
Nothing Phones Get ‘Bloatware’: Ads on Lock Screen & Instagram Pre-Installed – Fans Are Furious
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Nothing Phones Get ‘Bloatware’: Ads on Lock Screen & Instagram Pre-Installed – Fans Are Furious

The headline new feature in the OS 4 beta is Lock Glimpse, a dynamic lock‑screen wallpaper app. It delivers fresh, high‑quality images each time you wake the phone, and lets you swipe left for more content androidcentral.com livemint.com. Nothing’s blog and press emphasize that Lock Glimpse does not run by default – users must opt in via Settings. Once enabled, you can pick categories, refresh at any time, or turn the feature off completely androidcentral.com livemint.com. In future updates Nothing even plans to let users substitute their own photos. Crucially, Evangelidis says no personal data is collected by Lock Glimpse livemint.com gizbot.com. Despite these assurances, many early testers were suspicious. As Gizbot reports, some users noticed a terms-and‑conditions screen and
October 26, 2025
Foldable iPhone Shocker: Apple’s Titanium-Aluminum Hybrid Set to Redefine 2026 Lineup
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Foldable iPhone Shocker: Apple’s Titanium-Aluminum Hybrid Set to Redefine 2026 Lineup

Rumors of a foldable iPhone have swirled for years, but concrete details are now emerging that suggest Apple’s first foldable handset is coming in 2026. In fact, multiple analysts and credible reports in early October 2025 point to a fall 2026 launch as part of the iPhone 18 lineupmacrumors.com. This timeline aligns with a recent investor note from Morgan Stanley, which teased that Apple’s “biggest innovation in years” is less than a year awaymacrumors.com. Ming-Chi Kuo, a respected Apple supply-chain analyst, had earlier this year downplayed an imminent foldable launch – calling it a distant project still in early design phasesinstalki.pl – but momentum has clearly shifted. By October, even traditionally cautious analysts are bullish that a foldable “iPhone Fold”
October 9, 2025
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