Gadgets 3 December 2025 - 30 December 2025

Google’s March Pixel Drop Is Here: Gemini Tasks, Circle to Search Shopping, Pixel Watch Safety Upgrades

Google’s March Pixel Drop Is Here: Gemini Tasks, Circle to Search Shopping, Pixel Watch Safety Upgrades

Google’s March Pixel Drop adds Gemini AI tools for multi-step tasks on Pixel 10 phones and expands Circle to Search shopping features. The update includes a March security patch and new safety options for Pixel Watch. Scam Detection is rolling out to six more countries, while Call Notes launches in India. Google says similar Gemini features will reach Samsung’s Galaxy S26 line in the U.S. and South Korea.
March 11, 2026
Huawei Mate 80 GTS leak hints at a cooling fan inside the camera ring — what today’s reports say (Dec. 30, 2025)

Huawei Mate 80 GTS leak hints at a cooling fan inside the camera ring — what today’s reports say (Dec. 30, 2025)

Leaked images circulating Dec. 30 suggest Huawei may add a micro fan inside the Mate 80 GTS’s circular camera ring, repurposing the module as an active cooling system. Multiple outlets call the design speculative and likely AI-generated, but agree the concept aims to prevent chipset throttling during gaming. No official confirmation from Huawei. Reports differ on the fan’s exact placement.
December 30, 2025
Hidden Android Phone Sensors You’re Not Using in 2025 — and Why Today’s “Virtual Sensor” News Matters (Dec 29, 2025)

Hidden Android Phone Sensors You’re Not Using in 2025 — and Why Today’s “Virtual Sensor” News Matters (Dec 29, 2025)

Elliptic Labs expanded its contract with a top-five smartphone maker to supply AI virtual proximity sensors for over 20 models launching in 2026–2027. Consumer tech sites highlighted underused Android sensors like the ambient light sensor and magnetometer. Samsung updated its SmartThings Privacy Notice to specify collection of sensor-derived data, effective December 29, 2025.
December 29, 2025
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Durability Tests Reveal 3.9mm Trade‑Offs as Wrong‑Way Bend Causes Failure

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Durability Tests Reveal 3.9mm Trade‑Offs as Wrong‑Way Bend Causes Failure

YouTuber JerryRigEverything’s video shows Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold surviving standard scratch and heat tests, but the device fails when bent backward, destroying the display. A separate hinge torture test finds hinge feel and stability degrade with repeated folding, even if the screen remains intact. The TriFold’s extreme thinness—around 4mm—emerges as both a selling point and a structural weakness.
December 27, 2025
OnePlus Turbo pre-orders go live in China as leaks point to a 9,000mAh “gaming-first” phone and possible Nord launch in India

OnePlus Turbo pre-orders go live in China as leaks point to a 9,000mAh “gaming-first” phone and possible Nord launch in India

OnePlus has opened pre-orders in China for its new Turbo Series smartphones, targeting gamers and heavy users with a focus on battery life and performance. Leaks suggest the device features a 9,000mAh battery and a high-refresh display. Early buyers in China can receive perks such as a branded backpack and iQiyi membership. The company has not yet announced a formal launch date.
December 27, 2025
Technology News 25.12.2025

Technology News 25.12.2025

Apple discontinued about 25 devices in 2025, including the iPhone SE and iPhone Plus models, marking a shift to a slimmer lineup. Millions of Google Play users may qualify for cash from a $700 million settlement over purchases made between 2016 and 2023. PSN and Fortnite faced Christmas Day server strain but remained mostly online after rapid engineering response. S&P Dow Jones Indices says AI and private markets are transforming index construction and competition.
December 25, 2025
Pixel Duo Concept Phone Brings Two Front Screens to Smartphones: 120Hz IPS Meets a Big E‑Ink Panel

Pixel Duo Concept Phone Brings Two Front Screens to Smartphones: 120Hz IPS Meets a Big E‑Ink Panel

A concept phone called Pixel Duo, not affiliated with Google, drew attention on December 23, 2025, for its dual front displays: a 3.5-inch 120Hz IPS screen and a 5.2-inch E-Ink panel. Reports say the design aims to reduce battery drain and eye strain by splitting tasks between the two screens. No commercial release is planned, but coverage has spread internationally.
December 23, 2025
Technology News 22.12.2025

Technology News 22.12.2025

Vince Zampella, co-creator of Call of Duty, died at 55 in a car crash Sunday on Angeles Crest Highway, Los Angeles County, according to reports. The Air Force will shut down NIPRGPT by Dec. 31, replacing it with GenAI.mil across the Department of Defense. Google plans to expand green card sponsorship for eligible employees in 2026. Apple and Alphabet stocks surged as both companies advance AI integration.
December 22, 2025
Technology News 19.12.2025

Technology News 19.12.2025

Best Buy cut the price of the Galaxy Watch Ultra Titanium White by 50%, now selling for $325. Ars Technica tested AI coding agents on a Minesweeper clone, finding Claude Code built the game faster than OpenAI Codex, with better user experience.
December 19, 2025
Nothing Phone (3a) Community Edition & 3a Lite: Price, Specs, India Launch and New Community Investment (December 11, 2025)

Nothing Phone (3a) Community Edition & 3a Lite: Price, Specs, India Launch and New Community Investment (December 11, 2025)

Nothing launched the limited-run Phone (3a) Community Edition on December 11, 2025, co-designed with fans after a nine-month project. The device features a frosted teal transparent back, matte glass, and custom dice accessory, with hardware and software shaped by contest winners. Core specs match the standard Phone (3a), including a 6.77-inch AMOLED display and Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip.
December 11, 2025
Technology News 08.12.2025

Technology News 08.12.2025

President Trump will allow Nvidia to sell H200 AI chips to approved customers in China, with the U.S. taking a 25% cut of sales. The deal excludes Nvidia’s Blackwell and Rubin platforms and is pending final rules from the Commerce Department. Chinese President Xi Jinping was notified and responded positively, according to Trump. Similar arrangements may extend to AMD and Intel.
December 8, 2025
Samsung Modes & Routines December 2025: One UI 8.5 Leak, Galaxy Watch 6 Update, and New Automation Tricks

Samsung Modes & Routines December 2025: One UI 8.5 Leak, Galaxy Watch 6 Update, and New Automation Tricks

A leak shows Samsung’s upcoming One UI 8.5 will add Direct voicemail and a Private album to Galaxy phones. Direct voicemail lets callers leave messages in real time, with transcripts shown on-screen. The Private album, secured by biometrics, will appear in the main Gallery menu. Beta rollout is expected to start December 8 for the Galaxy S25 series.
December 6, 2025
iPhone Air Resale Value Crashes Nearly 50% in 10 Weeks – What SellCell’s New Data Means for iPhone 17 Owners

iPhone Air Resale Value Crashes Nearly 50% in 10 Weeks – What SellCell’s New Data Means for iPhone 17 Owners

The iPhone Air 1TB has lost 47.7% of its value in 10 weeks, the steepest drop for any iPhone since 2022, according to SellCell. Other iPhone 17 models average 34.6% depreciation, with the 17 Pro Max 256GB down just 26.1%. Tech outlets worldwide report the Air’s resale value is falling much faster than the rest of the 2025 lineup.
December 6, 2025
Best Smartphones of 2025: PhoneArena Awards and Gadget.co.za “Gadgets of the Year” Winners Revealed (December 5, 2025)

Best Smartphones of 2025: PhoneArena Awards and Gadget.co.za “Gadgets of the Year” Winners Revealed (December 5, 2025)

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max won Best Overall Phone at the 2025 PhoneArena Awards, beating Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE took Best Value, while the OnePlus 15 was named Biggest Surprise. On the same day, Oppo launched the entry-level A6x in South Africa, targeting holiday shoppers with a large battery and screen.
December 5, 2025
Vivo X300 Series Round‑Up: New Reviews, Unbox Therapy Reaction and X300 Ultra 7,000mAh battery

Vivo X300 Series Round‑Up: New Reviews, Unbox Therapy Reaction and X300 Ultra 7,000mAh battery

Leaks suggest the Vivo X300 Ultra will launch in China in Q1 2026 with a 7,000mAh battery, dual 200MP cameras, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. New reviews praise the X300 Pro’s 6,510mAh battery and camera kit, while GSMArena calls the standard X300 a compact flagship. The X300 series is drawing attention across Asia with ongoing launches and promotions.
December 5, 2025
Technology News 05.12.2025

Technology News 05.12.2025

The 40mm Apple Watch SE 3 remains under $200 on Amazon, nearly $50 off its usual price, almost a week after Black Friday. ARISS is running an SSTV event via the RS-38S satellite through December 13, transmitting images on 437.825 MHz. Alaska will gain two new undersea fiber-optic cables linking Juneau, Cordova, and Seward by fall 2027.
December 5, 2025
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold on December 4, 2025: 3 Reasons to Buy, 2 Reasons to Skip – Plus All the Latest Launch News

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold on December 4, 2025: 3 Reasons to Buy, 2 Reasons to Skip – Plus All the Latest Launch News

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold, the world’s first mainstream tri-fold phone, debuted in South Korea this week at KRW 3,594,000 (about $2,400). Samsung released an official unboxing video showing its 10-inch main screen and multitasking features. The global launch is expected January 4 at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Analysts and reviewers question its durability and mass-market appeal.
December 4, 2025
OnePlus 15 US Pre‑Orders Start Today: Price, Launch Time, Free Watch 3 Deal & Full Specs

OnePlus 15 US Pre‑Orders Start Today: Price, Launch Time, Free Watch 3 Deal & Full Specs

OnePlus 15 pre-orders open in the US today at 11 a.m. ET, following weeks of regulatory delays caused by the federal government shutdown. The phone starts at $899.99 for 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, with a 16GB/512GB model at $999.99. Early buyers can choose a free OnePlus Watch 3 or Buds Pro 3. Pre-orders are online-only through the OnePlus US store; shipping dates remain unconfirmed.
December 4, 2025
‘Smartphone Pinky’ Is Back: Why Big Phones Are Hurting Your Hands in 2025 — And How to Fix It

‘Smartphone Pinky’ Is Back: Why Big Phones Are Hurting Your Hands in 2025 — And How to Fix It

Nearly 60% of over 2,600 Android Authority poll respondents say they hold their phones one-handed with the pinky finger supporting the device, a grip linked to pain and nerve irritation. Recent studies and clinical reports from 2024–2025 find no evidence of dramatic deformities, but confirm growing cases of hand pain and musculoskeletal problems tied to phone use.
December 3, 2025