Tech News 10 September 2025 - 6 February 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
Google says Android’s Quick Share will soon work with Apple AirDrop on more phones
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Google says Android’s Quick Share will soon work with Apple AirDrop on more phones

Google will expand its AirDrop-compatible Quick Share feature beyond the Pixel 10 series in 2026, Android engineering chief Erik Kay said Friday in Taipei. Details on which Android devices will get the update remain unclear. The feature, launched for Pixel 10 in late 2025, allows file transfers between Android and Apple devices. Google emphasized security and said industry partners are involved in the rollout.
February 6, 2026
Notepad++ hit by months-long update hijack blamed on China-linked hackers — what users need to know
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Notepad++ hit by months-long update hijack blamed on China-linked hackers — what users need to know

Notepad++ said Monday its update process was hijacked in 2025, letting attackers push malicious downloads to select users. Researchers linked the campaign to Chinese state-backed hackers. The breach stemmed from shared hosting, not the source code. The vulnerability was fixed in November, with new update verification measures now in place.
February 2, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26 Release Date Leak: Feb 25 Unpacked, March 11 Sales — What We Know
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Release Date Leak: Feb 25 Unpacked, March 11 Sales — What We Know

Samsung will reportedly unveil the Galaxy S26 series at an Unpacked event on February 25, with South Korean sales starting March 11, according to leaker Ice Universe. Leaks suggest U.S. pricing will match last year’s models, starting at $799 for the base S26. Rumored features include an AI “Privacy Display” and Qi2 wireless charging. Samsung has not confirmed the event or details.
January 26, 2026
Technology News 20.01.2026
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Technology News 20.01.2026

Apple leakers disputed reports that the iPhone 18 Pro’s Dynamic Island would disappear and the front camera move to the left edge. Jon Prosser shared renders showing a left-edge punch hole, while Instant Digital and ShrimpApplePro said only an under-display infrared sensor would be on the left, with Face ID components on the right. Ross Young said he had previously hinted at a similar design.
January 20, 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 FE Black Friday 2025 Deals: Double Storage, Record‑Low Prices and Amazon’s Zero‑Margin War
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 FE Black Friday 2025 Deals: Double Storage, Record‑Low Prices and Amazon’s Zero‑Margin War

Samsung and Amazon are offering record-low prices on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, with Samsung.com selling the 512GB model for about $860, a $560 drop from its usual price. Amazon lists the 256GB version at $899 and the 512GB at $1,019. These deals undercut Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro, which remains at full price. No trade-in or contract is required for the Samsung.com offer.
November 29, 2025
Mobile Tech Shockwaves: Pixel 10’s AI Launch, Samsung’s Tri‑Fold Teaser & iPhone Demand Soars (Oct 7–8, 2025 News Roundup)
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Mobile Tech Shockwaves: Pixel 10’s AI Launch, Samsung’s Tri‑Fold Teaser & iPhone Demand Soars (Oct 7–8, 2025 News Roundup)

Google unveiled the Pixel 10 lineup with on-device AI and a 7-year update promise, including the new Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Apple’s iPhone 17 sales exceeded forecasts, leading to increased production plans, while Samsung prepared a tri-fold Galaxy phone and released One UI 8 with advanced AI. T-Mobile expanded satellite texting support to popular apps via Starlink. Qualcomm faced a £480 million class-action trial in London over chip royalties.
October 8, 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 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
Two Days That Shook Mobile Tech: iPhone 17, Tri‑Fold Phones & More Unveiled
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Two Days That Shook Mobile Tech: iPhone 17, Tri‑Fold Phones & More Unveiled

Apple unveiled the iPhone 17 lineup, including a new ultra-thin iPhone Air, and the Apple Watch Series 11 with advanced health features. Samsung confirmed a tri-fold Galaxy phone will launch by year-end. Huawei released its $2,500 Mate XTs tri-fold in China, reporting over 4 million pre-orders. Google launched the AI-focused Pixel 10 and Pixel Watch 4 with satellite SOS.
September 10, 2025