News 27 September 2025 - 5 October 2025

Why Procter & Gamble stock closed higher Friday — and what could move PG next week
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Why Procter & Gamble stock closed higher Friday — and what could move PG next week

Procter & Gamble shares closed Friday at $160.78, up 1.4%, with about 11.5 million shares traded. Executives highlighted Tide Evo’s national rollout and forecast “sequential improvement” in the second half of fiscal 2026. Shailesh Jejurikar will become CEO on Jan. 1, replacing Jon Moeller. Investors await Tuesday’s U.S. consumer confidence data for signs of demand.
February 21, 2026
Pixel 10’s AI Push, iPhone 17 Sales Surge, Samsung’s Tri‑Fold & More – Mobile News Roundup (Oct 4–5, 2025)
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Pixel 10’s AI Push, iPhone 17 Sales Surge, Samsung’s Tri‑Fold & More – Mobile News Roundup (Oct 4–5, 2025)

Google unveiled its Pixel 10 lineup with a new Tensor G5 chip and on-device Gemini AI, plus its first Pixel 10 Pro Fold at $1,799, shipping October 9. Apple’s iPhone 17 sales exceeded forecasts, prompting Morgan Stanley to raise its price target. Samsung will debut a tri-fold phone at the APEC summit in Korea. Xiaomi’s 17 series sold over 1 million units in 48 hours and added a 1TB variant.
October 5, 2025
5G Breakthroughs, 3G Farewells & Telecom Power Moves – Global GSM Internet Update (Oct 3–4, 2025)
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5G Breakthroughs, 3G Farewells & Telecom Power Moves – Global GSM Internet Update (Oct 3–4, 2025)

The FCC moved to block states and cities from delaying 5G and future 6G tower builds. India, Sri Lanka, Turkey, and the UK announced major spectrum auctions, including new high-frequency bands. BT pledged 99% standalone 5G coverage in the UK by 2030, while Vodafone agreed to acquire Telekom Romania Mobile. Global 2G and 3G network shutdowns are accelerating, with most European countries targeting full switch-off by 2030.
October 4, 2025
iPhone Surge, 5G Surgery & Android Leaks – The Oct 3–4, 2025 Mobile Tech Bombshells
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iPhone Surge, 5G Surgery & Android Leaks – The Oct 3–4, 2025 Mobile Tech Bombshells

Xiaomi’s 17 series sold over 1 million units in two days in China, breaking its previous launch record. Apple suppliers are preparing to boost iPhone 17 production after stronger-than-expected early sales, though demand for the iPhone Air lags. Samsung began rolling out One UI 8 (Android 16) on Oct 3, reaching both flagship and mid-range phones within days. Verizon is in talks to buy $10 billion in 5G spectrum from EchoStar.
October 4, 2025
Mobile Internet Madness: Verizon’s 6G Gambit, Nokia’s AI-Powered 5G Breakthroughs, and a Wave of 5G Rollouts Rock the World (Oct 2–3, 2025)
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Mobile Internet Madness: Verizon’s 6G Gambit, Nokia’s AI-Powered 5G Breakthroughs, and a Wave of 5G Rollouts Rock the World (Oct 2–3, 2025)

Verizon launched a 6G Innovation Forum with Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung, Meta, and Qualcomm to develop new network use cases. Nokia licensed HPE’s Juniper RIC tech for its AI-driven MantaRay platform and added 45 Juniper engineers. T-Mobile expanded Starlink satellite-to-phone service in the U.S. to support popular apps in dead zones. New 5G launches and upgrades rolled out in the UK, British Virgin Islands, and other markets.
October 3, 2025
Mobile Mayhem: OnePlus 15 Teased, Galaxy Z TriFold Rumors & New AI Chips Dominate Oct 2–3, 2025 News
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Mobile Mayhem: OnePlus 15 Teased, Galaxy Z TriFold Rumors & New AI Chips Dominate Oct 2–3, 2025 News

OnePlus confirmed the OnePlus 15 will launch with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and a 165 Hz QHD+ display. The device will ship with Android 16 and OnePlus’s DetailMax image engine. Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 at its September summit, calling it the world’s fastest mobile CPU for gaming and AI. MediaTek and Samsung also announced new flagship chipsets for upcoming phones.
October 3, 2025
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL – Battery Beast Meets AI Superphone in 2025 Flagship Showdown
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL – Battery Beast Meets AI Superphone in 2025 Flagship Showdown

Xiaomi’s 17 Pro Max launches with a 7,500 mAh battery, a second rear display, and a $840 price tag. Google’s Pixel 10 Pro XL offers a 5,200 mAh battery, AI-focused Tensor G5 chip, and starts at $1,199. Both feature triple rear cameras and IP68 water resistance. Xiaomi uses Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; Pixel relies on Google’s AI software and computational photography.
October 2, 2025
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 17 Pro: Second‑Screen Battery Beast Takes on Apple’s Flagship
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 17 Pro: Second‑Screen Battery Beast Takes on Apple’s Flagship

Xiaomi’s 17 Pro Max features a rear second screen and launches in China at ¥5,999 (~$840), undercutting Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max, which starts at $1,199 in the US. Xiaomi ships with a 7,500 mAh battery and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, outperforming Apple’s A19 Pro in gaming and battery life. Both offer triple cameras, but Xiaomi’s Leica-tuned system and rear display target creative users.
October 2, 2025
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra – The Ultimate 2026 Flagship Showdown
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra – The Ultimate 2026 Flagship Showdown

Xiaomi’s 17 Pro Max debuts late 2025 with a dual-screen design, including a 2.7–2.9″ rear display in the camera bump, and a flat frame. Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra, expected early 2026, features a rounded glass-metal build, a large camera island, and a redesigned S Pen. Both use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips and 6.8–6.9″ 120Hz AMOLED displays. Xiaomi offers Leica-tuned 50MP triple cameras; Samsung keeps a 200MP main sensor.
October 2, 2025
October 2025 Mobile Tech Explosion: New Smartphones, AI Chips, 5G Upgrades and Shocking Forecasts
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October 2025 Mobile Tech Explosion: New Smartphones, AI Chips, 5G Upgrades and Shocking Forecasts

Realme 15x 5G launched in India Oct. 1 with a 7,000 mAh battery, 144 Hz display, and Dimensity 6300 chip, priced from ₹15,999. Samsung’s Galaxy M07 also debuted Oct. 1 at ₹6,999, offering a 6.7″ 90 Hz screen and 50 MP camera. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 will use ARM v9 architecture, with new flagship phones shipping from Oct. 2025.
October 2, 2025
Telco Earthquake: 5G Rollouts, 6G Visions & Satellite Internet Set the World on Fire (Sept 30–Oct 1, 2025)
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Telco Earthquake: 5G Rollouts, 6G Visions & Satellite Internet Set the World on Fire (Sept 30–Oct 1, 2025)

Taliban-ordered network cuts on Sept 30 left most of Afghanistan with only 2G service, slashing connectivity to 1% and isolating millions, according to Reuters. UN agencies report aid workers are unable to reach earthquake victims. In India, BSNL and partners launched the country’s first fully indigenous 4G stack at 100,000 sites, covering 22 million people.
October 1, 2025
Mobile Phone News Blast (Sept 30–Oct 1, 2025)
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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
Smartphones Go Supernova: iPhone Outsells Xiaomi, Samsung Teases Foldable iPhone, and AI Powers New Flagships (Sept 29–30, 2025)
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Smartphones Go Supernova: iPhone Outsells Xiaomi, Samsung Teases Foldable iPhone, and AI Powers New Flagships (Sept 29–30, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 outsold Xiaomi’s flagship in China, prompting Xiaomi to cut planned shipments by 20%, analysts said. Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 Edge and S25 FE, and leaks point to Samsung Display supplying OLED panels for a 2026 foldable iPhone. Google rolled out a new “G” icon and previewed Android 16-based OriginOS 6 for Vivo and iQOO. Oppo set Oct. 16 for its Find X9 launch and pushed global ColorOS updates.
September 30, 2025
Global Mobile Internet Upheaval: 5G Innovations, Network Disruptions and Big Telecom Moves (Sept 28–29, 2025)
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Global Mobile Internet Upheaval: 5G Innovations, Network Disruptions and Big Telecom Moves (Sept 28–29, 2025)

Australia’s Optus suffered a nine-hour outage blocking 000 emergency calls for about 4,500 customers; the government launched an inquiry. Malaysia began 5G Broadcast trials, while India’s BSNL deployed a domestic 4G stack covering 22 million people. Nigeria revoked a 5% telecom tax and approved spectrum leasing for MTN. Vodafone and Digi Romania agreed to split Telekom Romania Mobile’s assets.
September 29, 2025
Smartphone World Explodes: Xiaomi’s Hero 17 Debuts, Meta’s Ray-Ban AI Glasses, Apple Brings AI to China & Samsung’s Big AI Update (Sept 28–29, 2025)
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Smartphone World Explodes: Xiaomi’s Hero 17 Debuts, Meta’s Ray-Ban AI Glasses, Apple Brings AI to China & Samsung’s Big AI Update (Sept 28–29, 2025)

Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi 17 series in Beijing on Sept 25, featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips. Qualcomm debuted the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 on Sept 23, while MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 flagship arrived Sept 22. Apple announced iPhone 17 and Apple Watch Series 11, with AI features coming to China. Samsung began rolling out One UI 8 with new AI and security tools.
September 29, 2025
Global Mobile Internet Explodes: 5G Surges, Wi‑Fi 7 Soars, Secret SIM Plot Foiled, and Networks Shake Up
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Global Mobile Internet Explodes: 5G Surges, Wi‑Fi 7 Soars, Secret SIM Plot Foiled, and Networks Shake Up

Pakistan approved Wi‑Fi 7 in the 6 GHz band, joining early adopters in Asia-Pacific; 5G launches in seven cities are planned, but spectrum costs remain an issue. India’s BSNL will activate its nationwide 4G network on Sept 27, using 100,000 new towers and local technology. Singapore’s Simba will acquire M1’s mobile business for S$1.43 billion, reshaping the telecom market. China’s major carriers will support eSIM on Apple’s iPhone Air, pending approval.
September 28, 2025
Mobile Tech News Frenzy (Sep 27–28, 2025): Flagship Launches, Foldable Explosions, AI Chips, and More
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Mobile Tech News Frenzy (Sep 27–28, 2025): Flagship Launches, Foldable Explosions, AI Chips, and More

Xiaomi launched its 17 series flagships with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips and large batteries, plus a Retro Gaming Case accessory. OnePlus confirmed the OnePlus 15 as the first phone with the new Qualcomm chip. Samsung leaks point to a tri-fold Galaxy phone and a display upgrade for the S26 Ultra. Samsung’s One UI 8.5 and Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 also received major software updates.
September 28, 2025
Jaw-Dropping GSM Internet Update: 5G Booms, Secret SIM Plot, & Space Networks on Fire (Sept 26–27, 2025)
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Jaw-Dropping GSM Internet Update: 5G Booms, Secret SIM Plot, & Space Networks on Fire (Sept 26–27, 2025)

Global 5G subscriptions reached 2.6 billion by mid-2025, up 37% year-on-year, with mobile data traffic rising 15% in Q2. Private 5G and IoT markets are expanding rapidly, while Verizon and partners launched a “6G Innovation Forum.” Satellite internet advances include Starlink’s approval in India and Amazon’s Project Kuiper expansion. A SIM card sabotage plot was foiled in New York during the UN assembly.
September 27, 2025
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