Mobile Phones 10 January 2026 - 4 February 2026

TCL K70 Power lands in Thailand with a 6,500mAh battery as K70 readies behind it

TCL K70 Power lands in Thailand with a 6,500mAh battery as K70 readies behind it

TCL launched the K70 Power 4G in Thailand with a 6,500mAh battery and MediaTek Helio G100 chip, priced from 13,090 to 14,090 baht depending on memory. The phone features a 6.8-inch 120Hz LCD, 50MP main camera, and up to 8GB RAM. Analysts say rising component costs are squeezing budget smartphones. TCL plans a standard K70 with a smaller battery and lower memory option.
February 4, 2026
Motorola Razr 70 pops up in UAE TDRA certification database — Razr 70 Ultra listed too

Motorola Razr 70 pops up in UAE TDRA certification database — Razr 70 Ultra listed too

Motorola Razr 70 (XT2657-8) and Razr 70 Ultra (XT2655-1) have received equipment registration in the UAE, with listings under Lenovo (Shanghai) Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. The Eurasian Economic Commission also lists the Razr 70, suggesting a wider release. No technical specifications or launch dates have been disclosed. Motorola has not officially announced the Razr 70 series.
February 4, 2026
Apple’s iPhone 18 Launch Gets Upended: Foldable and Pro Models First, Standard Phone Slips to 2027

Apple’s iPhone 18 Launch Gets Upended: Foldable and Pro Models First, Standard Phone Slips to 2027

Apple will delay the standard iPhone 18 launch to early 2027, focusing 2026 production on premium models and its first foldable iPhone, Nikkei Asia reported, citing four sources. The move comes amid memory chip shortages and supply-chain strains. Apple has not confirmed the timeline. CEO Tim Cook warned rising DRAM costs will further impact margins in the March quarter.
January 30, 2026
Nothing Phone 4a spotted in UAE TDRA certification — here’s what it could mean for launch plans

Nothing Phone 4a spotted in UAE TDRA certification — here’s what it could mean for launch plans

A device labeled as model A069, linked by tech outlets to the upcoming Nothing Phone 4a, has received regulatory approval from the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority. The filing, dated Jan. 22, lists no features or commercial name. Nothing has not officially announced the phone. The same model number has appeared in India’s regulatory database, and leaks suggest a price under $600.
January 27, 2026
iPhone 18 Pro leak: Under-screen Face ID could shrink the Dynamic Island — and suppliers are lining up

iPhone 18 Pro leak: Under-screen Face ID could shrink the Dynamic Island — and suppliers are lining up

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro models will reportedly feature under-screen Face ID and a smaller screen cutout, according to South Korean industry sources and supply-chain leaks. New “LTPO+” OLED panels with under-display infrared sensors are being developed by Samsung Display and LG Display for Apple. Leaks disagree on whether a smaller Dynamic Island, a single camera hole, or a shifted sensor will remain visible.
January 20, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak: Price may hold, but perks could shrink as “Ultraviolet” color tips emerge

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak: Price may hold, but perks could shrink as “Ultraviolet” color tips emerge

Samsung is considering cutting pre-order incentives for the Galaxy S26 Ultra to keep its U.S. launch price near $1,399 as memory costs surge, Korean media report. Industry sources say AI server demand is driving up RAM prices, squeezing smartphone makers’ margins. Leaks show four launch colors, with a purple “Ultraviolet” as the main marketing focus. Samsung has not confirmed the rumored Feb. 25 launch date.
January 20, 2026
Realme P4 Power 5G’s 10,001mAh battery heads to India on Jan 29 as price leak surfaces

Realme P4 Power 5G’s 10,001mAh battery heads to India on Jan 29 as price leak surfaces

Realme will launch the P4 Power 5G in India on January 29, featuring a 10,001mAh battery and up to 32.5 hours of video playback per charge. The phone will sell via Flipkart and Realme’s online store. A leaked retail box lists an MRP of 37,999 rupees for the 12GB/256GB model, though official pricing is unconfirmed. Realme says the design was created with students from Pearl Academy.
January 20, 2026
Honor’s Magic8 RSR “last Porsche Design phone”? Here’s what just triggered the talk

Honor’s Magic8 RSR “last Porsche Design phone”? Here’s what just triggered the talk

Honor unveiled the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design phone in Zhuhai on Jan. 19, featuring a 200MP telephoto camera and 7,200 mAh battery, with prices from 7,999 yuan. A company engineer called it the “last-generation pinnacle” of the Porsche series, raising questions about the future of the co-branded lineup. The slimmer Magic8 Pro Air was also announced, starting at 4,999 yuan, with sales from Jan. 23.
January 20, 2026
iPhone Fold leak points to Touch ID comeback, September 2026 timing and a $2,400 ceiling

iPhone Fold leak points to Touch ID comeback, September 2026 timing and a $2,400 ceiling

Apple may launch a foldable iPhone in September 2026, according to analyst Jeff Pu, with reports citing a 7.8-inch main display, Touch ID, and a price near $2,400. The device is expected to use an A20 Pro chip built on TSMC’s 2-nanometre process and feature dual 48-megapixel rear cameras. Apple has not confirmed any foldable plans. Shares closed about 1% lower Friday.
January 18, 2026
iQOO 15 Review Roundup (January 11, 2026): Samsung Polarization‑Free OLED, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and iQOO Z11 Turbo Launch Details

iQOO 15 Review Roundup (January 11, 2026): Samsung Polarization‑Free OLED, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and iQOO Z11 Turbo Launch Details

Notebookcheck highlights the iQOO 15’s customizable “Halo” LED ring around the rear camera, which acts as a visual cue for notifications and gaming events. The phone runs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and iQOO’s Q3 gaming chip, reaching 144fps in PUBG Mobile at lower settings. iQOO claims seven years of software updates. The Z11 Turbo’s China launch date is confirmed, with more iQOO and vivo devices spotted in certifications.
January 11, 2026
Motorola Razr Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: CES 2026 Ignites a New Foldable Phone Arms Race

Motorola Razr Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: CES 2026 Ignites a New Foldable Phone Arms Race

Motorola unveiled the Razr Fold, its first book-style foldable, at CES 2026, directly challenging Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold and Google’s Pixel Fold. Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z TriFold, a triple-folding device that expands to 10 inches. The Razr Fold features an 8.1-inch 2K display, triple 50MP rear cameras, and stylus support. A $1,500 starting price for the Razr Fold is rumored but unconfirmed.
January 11, 2026
Xiaomi Redmi K90 Ultra leak hints at a built‑in cooling fan, IP68 protection, and an 8,000mAh+ battery

Xiaomi Redmi K90 Ultra leak hints at a built‑in cooling fan, IP68 protection, and an 8,000mAh+ battery

A leak points to Xiaomi testing a Redmi K90 Ultra prototype with a built-in cooling fan and IP68 water resistance, an unusual combination for mainstream phones. The device reportedly uses a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip and may feature a battery over 8,000mAh. The fan is said to be integrated into the camera module. Xiaomi has not confirmed the details.
January 10, 2026
iPhone Fold and iPhone Air 2 Rumors Point to Thinner, Brighter CoE OLED Displays — With Galaxy S26 Ultra Potentially Getting It First

iPhone Fold and iPhone Air 2 Rumors Point to Thinner, Brighter CoE OLED Displays — With Galaxy S26 Ultra Potentially Getting It First

Apple is expected to debut CoE OLED display technology—removing the polarizer film for thinner, brighter screens—on its rumored iPhone Fold, possibly in late 2026. Samsung may introduce a similar display in the Galaxy S26 Ultra, with a launch expected in early 2027. The iPhone Air 2 could adopt the tech for its 2027 release. CES 2026 saw Samsung Display showcase a crease-free foldable OLED prototype.
January 10, 2026
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