Mobile Devices 26 August 2025 - 1 October 2025

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

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

Samsung plans to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and a new Wide Fold model at a July 22 Unpacked event in London, according to Korea Economic TV. The Wide Fold is expected to feature a 4:3 screen ratio and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip. The Z Flip 8 may retain a 4,300mAh battery and 25W charging. Huawei launched a competing wide foldable, the Pura X Max, in China on Monday.
April 21, 2026
Mobile Phone News Blast (Sept 30–Oct 1, 2025)

Mobile Phone News Blast (Sept 30–Oct 1, 2025)

Apple released iOS 26.0.1 on Sept 29, 2025, addressing iPhone 17 connectivity and camera issues. OnePlus set Oct 27 for its OnePlus 15 launch in China, with global sales to follow. Samsung updated its TryGalaxy web app Oct 1 to showcase One UI 8 and Galaxy AI features. Counterpoint Research projects smartphone AI SoC shipments will jump 74% in 2025, with Apple taking 46% of the market.
October 1, 2025
Mobile Phone Shockwaves: Apple’s Big Shift, Samsung’s S26 Secrets, Google’s AI Pixel & Huawei’s Comeback (Sept 25–26, 2025)

Mobile Phone Shockwaves: Apple’s Big Shift, Samsung’s S26 Secrets, Google’s AI Pixel & Huawei’s Comeback (Sept 25–26, 2025)

Apple shifted all iPhone 17 production to India, exporting $7.5 billion in iPhones from April to July. Samsung leaks show the Galaxy S26 Ultra will use M14 OLED displays and a new privacy mode, while Android 16 rolls out early. Google’s Pixel 10 launched with AI features and T-Mobile/Starlink satellite support. Xiaomi’s 17 Pro/Max will feature a rear “Magic Back Screen” and debut HyperOS 3.
September 26, 2025
Smartphone Showdown: iPhone 17 Frenzy, Huawei’s Comeback & Other Mobile Bombshells (Sept 19–20, 2025)

Smartphone Showdown: iPhone 17 Frenzy, Huawei’s Comeback & Other Mobile Bombshells (Sept 19–20, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 launched worldwide Sept 19, drawing large crowds and strong demand, especially in China. Huawei countered with a global release of its Nova 14 and new smartwatches the same day. Xiaomi announced it will skip its “16” series and launch the Xiaomi 17 this month, featuring Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. Global smartphone output rose to 300 million units in Q2 2025, up 5% year-on-year.
September 20, 2025
Mobile Tech Earthquake: Apple’s ‘Awe-Dropping’ iPhone Air, Pixel 10 Upgrades & Foldable Frenzy (Sep 11–12, 2025)

Mobile Tech Earthquake: Apple’s ‘Awe-Dropping’ iPhone Air, Pixel 10 Upgrades & Foldable Frenzy (Sep 11–12, 2025)

Apple introduced the ultra-thin iPhone Air at $999 and the iPhone 17 lineup, highlighting a 5.6 mm design and new AI features. Google launched the Pixel 10 series with a 3 nm Tensor G5 chip and Android 16. Samsung revealed the Galaxy S25 FE and Tab S11, both with new AI tools, and confirmed a tri-fold device by year-end. Huawei will debut the Mate XTs tri-fold phone with an in-house 5G chip on Sept 4.
September 12, 2025
Smartphone Showdown: iPhone 17 “Awe”, AI Pixels & Big Leaks Rock Early Sept 2025

Smartphone Showdown: iPhone 17 “Awe”, AI Pixels & Big Leaks Rock Early Sept 2025

Apple will launch the iPhone 17 series on September 9, introducing 120 Hz displays for non-Pro models and a possible ultra-thin “iPhone 17 Air.” Google unveiled the Pixel 10 lineup on August 20, focusing on AI features and keeping prices flat. Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is set for September 4, with the Galaxy S25 FE expected. Huawei opened pre-registration for its tri-fold Mate XTs in China ahead of a September 4 debut.
September 2, 2025
Mobile Mayhem: Foldable iPhone Rumors, Pixel AI Phones & More – All the Big Smartphone News (Aug 25–26, 2025)

Mobile Mayhem: Foldable iPhone Rumors, Pixel AI Phones & More – All the Big Smartphone News (Aug 25–26, 2025)

Google launched the Pixel 10 series, highlighting new AI features like a “photo coach” and proactive assistant, with prices unchanged at $799 and $1,799. In China, Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ with a 7,000 mAh battery and ultra-bright display. Reports indicate Apple plans a super-thin iPhone 17 Air for 2025 and a foldable iPhone in 2026.
August 26, 2025
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    May 23, 2026, 4:06 PM EDT. Six unclaimed prizes from the National Lottery, including two £1 million sums, remain active. A £112,091 EuroMillions prize from December 12, 2025, ticket bought in Powys, Wales, must be claimed by June 10, 2026. Another EuroMillions prize worth £177,000 from January 16 awaits claim until July 15. These deadlines highlight the urgency for winners to step forward or risk forfeiting their funds back to the Community Fund. The current £10.7 million Must Be Won draw offers fresh opportunities for players.