Key Facts
- Apple’s Next-Gen iPhone Event: Apple confirmed a September 9 “Awe Dropping” launch event for the iPhone 17 series, fueling last-minute leaks. Rumors say the base iPhone 17 gets a 6.3″ 120 Hz display (a first for non-Pro iPhones) and all models upgrade to 24 MP selfie cameras techcrunch.com bez-kabli.pl. An ultra-thin “iPhone 17 Air” (~5.5 mm thick, 6.6″ screen) may debut as a new Plus replacement techcrunch.com. Apple is also expected to expand eSIM-only iPhones beyond the US (retail partners in Europe have been prepped for eSIM rollouts) bez-kabli.pl.
- Google Pixel 10 Launch – AI Over Specs: Google unveiled its Pixel 10 lineup (four models including a new Pixel 10 Pro Fold) at an Aug. 20 event, emphasizing AI features over hardware upgrades bez-kabli.pl reuters.com. New capabilities include a “Photo Coach” in the camera app to help users take better shots and an AI assistant that pops up relevant info unprompted (e.g. showing your flight email when you call an airline) reuters.com. The base Pixel 10 even added a telephoto lens this year, giving every model a triple rear camera reuters.com. Google kept prices flat at $799 (Pixel 10) and $1,799 (Pixel 10 Pro Fold) despite tariff concerns reuters.com, with its hardware chief Rick Osterloh stressing that “it’s not about just the hardware anymore” reuters.com.
- Samsung’s September Unpacked: Samsung has confirmed a Sept. 4 Galaxy Unpacked event in Seoul – timed just days before Apple’s launch thehansindia.com. It’s expected to reveal the Galaxy S25 FE 5G, a value “Fan Edition” spin on its flagship, alongside a new Galaxy Tab 11 and One UI 8 software update republicworld.com republicworld.com. Leaks indicate the S25 FE will feature Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2400 chipset, a 6.7″ 120 Hz AMOLED display, and a 50 MP triple camera setup, plus a ~4,500 mAh battery with 45 W fast charging thehansindia.com. Samsung also teased it’s developing a tri-fold foldable phone (mentioned in a recent earnings call), though analysts doubt such a radical device will debut at this virtual event thehansindia.com.
- Foldables Race – Huawei vs Samsung: Huawei opened pre-registration for its second-gen tri-fold Mate XTs smartphone in China ahead of a September 4 launch techedt.com. The Mate XTs – Huawei’s most ambitious foldable yet – is rumored to pack a new Kirin 920 processor and camera upgrades, though Huawei hasn’t revealed full specs or pricing techedt.com. By going live with a tri-fold, Huawei steals a march on Samsung in the foldables race (Samsung is expected to announce its own tri-fold concept later on) techedt.com. Meanwhile, Samsung’s more conventional Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 – unveiled in late July – have now hit retail in many regions. The Fold 7 is Samsung’s thinnest, lightest foldable yet (8.9 mm closed) with a redesigned hinge and even a 200 MP main camera this year bez-kabli.pl. The pocketable Flip 7 sports a much larger cover screen for better usability bez-kabli.pl. Both run One UI 8 (Android 15) out of the box and introduce new AI tricks for optimizing apps on foldable screens.
- Other OEM Launches & Leaks: In China, Xiaomi grabbed headlines with a powerhouse midrange phone. The new Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (launched Aug. 21) packs a massive 7,000 mAh battery, 90 W fast charging, and an ultra-bright 6.83″ display (peaking 3,200 nits) – specs on par with flagships bez-kabli.pl. Unusually, it even sports IP69K ruggedization (dust-tight and high-pressure water resistant) and a durable glass-fiber back, yet is priced around just CNY 2,499 (~$340) in China bez-kabli.pl. On the premium side, OnePlus 15 leaks are starting to surface: the upcoming flagship (expected October) might adopt an under-display selfie camera and a periscope zoom lens – high-end features aimed at keeping OnePlus competitive in mobile photography bez-kabli.pl. HarmonyOS 6 (Huawei’s in-house OS) was also unveiled in beta form at Huawei’s developer conference, set to power the Mate 80 flagship next month bez-kabli.pl – another step in Huawei’s bid to replace Android and build its own ecosystem.
- Software & OS Updates: Google’s Android 15 era is underway – the Pixel 10 ships with it, and Samsung’s One UI 8 (based on Android 15) is rolling out next. One UI 8 brings refinements like enhanced lock-screen customization and new “Galaxy AI” suggestions woven through the UI (e.g. prompting power-saving mode during extended gaming) bez-kabli.pl. Samsung Galaxy S23 owners can expect the One UI 8.0 update within weeks. OnePlus is prepping its OxygenOS 15 (Android 15) for a late-year OnePlus 12 launch, though no public beta was out as of early September bez-kabli.pl. On the China side, Huawei’s HarmonyOS 6 (mentioned above) signals Huawei doubling down on an Android alternative – critical as it still lacks Google services. Even Apple’s iOS is due for a big refresh: a “dramatic redesign” of the iPhone interface is rumored to debut with iOS 19 on the iPhone 17 bez-kabli.pl, though Apple has been tight-lipped pre-event.
- Chip & Component News: The silicon wars are heating up this fall. Qualcomm confirmed it will unveil its next flagship mobile chip – likely called the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 – at the annual Snapdragon Summit on Sept. 23–25 notebookcheck.net. Early leaks suggest it will deliver ~25–30% performance gains thanks to new Nuvia-designed cores and TSMC’s 3 nm process node notebookcheck.net. We’ll see the 8 Elite 2 power late-2025 flagships like Xiaomi’s 16 series and the OnePlus 15 by October notebookcheck.net, though notably Samsung’s Galaxy S26 may not use Qualcomm in some regions – rumor has Samsung returning to its in-house Exynos 2600 for all S26 models notebookcheck.net. Rival chipmaker MediaTek is close behind with its upcoming Dimensity 9500, expected to debut around the same time and give Qualcomm some fresh competition notebookcheck.net. In the components space, smartphone camera suppliers are pivoting strategies: as OEMs cut down on the number of camera lenses per phone to save space, lens makers like LG Innotek are refocusing on ultra-high resolution sensors and even automotive camera markets to make up for slowing mobile orders digitimes.com.
- Market Trends & Industry Moves: After a multi-year slump, global smartphone sales are finally stabilizing. Industry data for Q2 2025 showed a modest uptick – IDC tracked ~1% year-on-year shipment growth reuters.com (Counterpoint Research logged +2%), essentially flat but a welcome improvement after ~8 consecutive quarters of decline. “In the face of ongoing political challenges… the 1% growth in the smartphone market stands as a critical indicator that the market is poised to return to growth,” said IDC research director Anthony Scarsella reuters.com. Market leader Samsung posted ~8% YoY unit growth (thanks to strong Galaxy S25 and A-series sales) and held ~20% share bez-kabli.pl bez-kabli.pl, while Apple grew ~4% (around 15% share) on the back of robust iPhone 15/16 demand and aggressive expansion in India bez-kabli.pl. Xiaomi remains a solid third globally (~12–13% share) bez-kabli.pl, with OPPO, vivo, and Transsion (Tecno/Infinix) rounding out the top ranks in volume bez-kabli.pl. Notably, Japan’s phone market saw a shakeup: Samsung jumped to the #3 spot there with ~10% share (up from ~5% a year ago) on surging popularity of its AI-enhanced Galaxy S25 and mid-range phones among Japanese consumers bez-kabli.pl – though Apple still dominates Japan near 50% share.
- Manufacturing Shifts: The global supply chain shuffle continues. Apple is reportedly pushing its suppliers to invest heavily in automation and robotics on the assembly line starting in 2025 gadgets360.com, aiming to reduce reliance on manual labor. This goes hand-in-hand with Apple’s efforts to diversify production beyond China – more iPhones are being assembled in India, and iPad/Mac manufacturing is expanding in Vietnam gadgets360.com. In fact, India’s own electronics industry is on the rise: Indian manufacturer Dixon Technologies just overtook rivals to become the country’s top smartphone maker by volume in Q2, amid a 15% YoY surge in India’s phone production driven by export growth and local demand digitimes.com. The EU’s pro-consumer regulations are also now making an impact globally – for example, the USB-C charging port mandate (effective late 2024) means virtually all new phones in 2025, including Apple’s iPhone 17, are expected to standardize on USB-C for charging bez-kabli.pl (ending the Lightning era). And on the carrier side, eSIM adoption is accelerating beyond the U.S., with both Apple and Google moving to embed eSIM-only designs in more regions bez-kabli.pl techradar.com.
- Policy & Network Updates: Geopolitics are intersecting with mobile tech. Effective September 1, Russia enacted a new rule requiring every smartphone and tablet sold domestically to pre-install a homegrown messaging app called “Max” – a government-backed WhatsApp rival with ~18 million users bez-kabli.pl. Russian authorities have even threatened to ban WhatsApp outright as they push local apps bez-kabli.pl. In the U.S., an unlikely new player emerged in wireless: the Trump Organization (yes, linked to former President Trump) launched “Trump Mobile” – a self-branded MVNO service – and plans to sell a $499 “T1” Android smartphone aimed at conservative audiences reuters.com. The service touts U.S.-made phones and U.S.-based customer support, bundling perks like telehealth, car roadside assistance, and even insurance with its plans bez-kabli.pl. “This latest move raises more questions than answers… All parties will be keeping a close eye on how this evolves,” observed Paolo Pescatore of PP Foresight, noting uncertainties around which carrier network Trump Mobile is actually using reuters.com. On the network tech front, satellite connectivity for phones is gaining momentum: T-Mobile (US), partnering with SpaceX, just rolled out a beta “T-Satellite” feature to allow off-grid texting via Starlink satellites, with Google’s Pixel 10 owners among the first to trial sending messages outside cellular coverage bez-kabli.pl. Google itself built emergency SOS via satellite into the Pixel 10 (following Apple’s lead last year) bez-kabli.pl, and more OEMs are expected to add satellite comms for wilderness use cases.
- Expert Outlook – The Next Paradigm: Even as smartphones dominate headlines, the industry is pondering what comes after the smartphone. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently predicted that AI-powered AR glasses will gradually replace smartphones within the next decade. During Meta’s Q2 earnings call, Zuckerberg argued that glasses will be the “ideal form factor” for ubiquitous AI, saying “if you don’t have glasses that have AI… you’re probably going to be at a pretty significant cognitive disadvantage” compared to those who do techcrunch.com. It’s a bold claim – essentially that by the 2030s, we might rely on smart eyewear for many tasks we currently do on phones. While most mobile experts see phones remaining essential in the near term, tech giants are clearly hedging: Apple, Google, Meta, and others are all investing in AR wearables and ambient AI. For now, the smartphone is still center stage – but the long-term vision hints at a more seamless blend of the physical and digital worlds beyond the rectangular screens in our pockets techcrunch.com. As one industry analyst put it, the smartphone’s future may be as much about the ecosystem and AI it connects to as the device itself.
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Apple’s iPhone 17 “Awe Dropping” Event & Leaks
Apple has officially sent out invites for a September 9 launch dubbed “Awe Dropping” – expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series and more techcrunch.com. Hype for the iPhone 17 is peaking, as credible leaks sketch out Apple’s biggest upgrades in years. Notably, the standard iPhone 17 is finally rumored to adopt a ProMotion 120 Hz display on a larger 6.3-inch screen techcrunch.com. (Previously, high refresh rates were reserved for Pro models – so a 120 Hz base iPhone 17 would be a first bez-kabli.pl.) All iPhone 17 variants are said to get camera improvements across the board, including a jump to 24 MP resolution on the front camera (versus the longtime 12 MP selfie cam) bez-kabli.pl. Leaked case schematics even suggest the rear cameras on the Pro models will shift to a new horizontal layout, possibly to accommodate bigger sensors bez-kabli.pl.
Apple may also shake up its lineup with an entirely new device: an “iPhone 17 Air”. Reports from multiple outlets (MacRumors, TechCrunch, etc.) point to Apple killing off the Plus model in favor of this ultra-slim iPhone 17 Air, which would sport a ~6.6-inch display but an astonishing 5.5 mm thickness techcrunch.com. If true, the 17 Air would be Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever (for comparison, current models are ~7.7 mm). To achieve that razor-thin profile, it might make sacrifices – rumors say the Air could have a single rear camera and perhaps rely on a smaller battery, trading off some features for design. (One TechCrunch source noted Apple even considered a port-less design for the Air at one point techcrunch.com, though it’s unclear if that will happen or if the device will include a USB-C port as mandated.)
Other hardware likely appearing at Apple’s event: refreshed Apple Watch Series 11 and Watch Ultra 3, possibly with bigger displays and new health sensors techcrunch.com, plus the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3. The new AirPods Pro 3 are rumored to feature a more compact case, improved noise-canceling via a new H-series chip, and even touch-sensitive controls on the buds techcrunch.com. All of this aligns with Apple’s broader theme this year of iteration with refinement. On the software side, Apple’s next iOS (presumably iOS 19) may bring a significant UI overhaul – “a dramatic redesign of the iPhone interface” – to freshen up the user experience bez-kabli.pl. Apple has kept iOS changes under wraps, but some expect new home screen customization options and expanded use of widgets/Live Activities given how rivals have upped their software game.
One subtle yet important shift with iPhone 17: eSIM-only models are likely expanding beyond the U.S. market bez-kabli.pl. Apple went eSIM-only for U.S. iPhones in 2022, eliminating the physical SIM tray in iPhone 14. Now it appears ready to do the same internationally. European carrier partners have reportedly been instructed to ramp up eSIM support and training by early September, in preparation for eSIM-only iPhone 17 launches bez-kabli.pl. This means many countries might see iPhones without any SIM card slot (just like U.S. units), pushing consumers and carriers toward embedded digital SIMs. While eSIM has benefits (like easier carrier-switching), some users still prefer physical SIMs for travel or flexibility techradar.com. It will be interesting to watch how customers react if Apple indeed removes the SIM slot globally. Apple’s likely betting that the convenience of eSIM (and carriers being on board now) outweighs the drawbacks.
In terms of sheer performance, Apple’s new A19 chip (built on 3 nm) will underpin the iPhone 17 series, expected to deliver customary annual boosts in speed and efficiency. Battery life may improve slightly thanks to the efficient chip and iOS optimizations. There’s also chatter that Apple could bump base storage tiers (possibly starting at 256 GB on Pros) and introduce new color finishes (leaks mention a deep purple and a new green option) bez-kabli.pl. Finally, the pricing question: Apple hasn’t signaled any pricing changes, but analysts will be watching closely. With inflation and higher component costs, some fear Apple could edge prices up. However, given Apple held prices last year and Google kept Pixel prices flat, Apple might stick to its current structure (roughly $799 base, $999 Pro, $1,099 Pro Max – if the Air comes, perhaps around $899). Any price hike could face backlash, so Apple may instead differentiate the Air vs Plus via features rather than cost. We’ll know for sure on September 9 when CEO Tim Cook takes the stage. Until then, the rumor mill will no doubt keep churning – but one thing is clear: Apple intends to make a splash with the iPhone 17 and reclaim the spotlight in a year when competitors are aggressively innovating.
Google Pixel 10 Series – AI Takes Center Stage
Just weeks before Apple’s event, Google made headlines of its own with the launch of the Pixel 10 series on August 20. At an NYC “Made by Google” event, the company unveiled four new phones – Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the second-gen Pixel 10 Pro Fold – plus a new Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds reuters.com reuters.com. Rather than touting raw hardware specs, Google’s presentation hammered a consistent theme: Artificial Intelligence as the Pixel’s differentiator. “We’ve got the best models, we’ve got the best AI assistant, and it means this can just unlock so much helpfulness on your phone,” Google’s hardware chief Rick Osterloh proclaimed on stage reuters.com. That statement encapsulates Google’s strategy – using its AI prowess to make the Pixel experience “smarter” and more proactive than rivals.
So what AI features define the Pixel 10? One headline addition is an AI “Photo Coach” baked into the camera app reuters.com. As Google demoed, the camera can now recognize common photography scenes and gently guide the user for a better shot – for example, suggesting “move closer” or “try portrait mode” if it senses an opportunity for improvement. Another new trick is a more contextual Google Assistant that can surface info without explicit prompts reuters.com. In one example, if you’re calling an airline’s customer support, the Pixel can automatically pull up your flight confirmation email and display it, anticipating that you might need your booking details during the call. Google also highlighted real-time call translation (live translating conversations on phone calls) and the ability to have the Assistant summarize or read aloud long web pages – all leveraging the company’s advanced “Gemini” AI model behind the scenes.
Under the hood, all Pixel 10 models run on Google’s new Tensor G5 chip reuters.com. Tensor G5 provides the machine-learning muscle powering those AI features (Google designs Tensor chips specifically to excel at on-device AI). Notably, hardware changes from last year’s Pixel 9 were relatively modest. The design is basically unchanged – the Pixels still have the familiar camera bar across the back and matte aluminum frames. One welcome change: even the base Pixel 10 now gets a telephoto lens (something only the Pros had before) reuters.com. This means the regular Pixel 10 has a triple rear camera system (wide, ultra-wide, tele) for the first time, narrowing the feature gap with the Pro. Image quality has further improved via software – Google said its updated HDR+ algorithms and AI noise reduction deliver even sharper night photos and more accurate skin tones, building on its computational photography lead.
Crucially, Google did not raise prices, despite speculation. The Pixel 10 starts at $799 in the US, identical to last year’s Pixel 9 reuters.com. The Pixel 10 Pro remains $999, the Pro XL around $1,099, and the foldable Pixel 10 Pro Fold stays at $1,799 (same as the Pixel Fold’s launch price) bez-kabli.pl. Google holding the line on pricing is significant given industry-wide cost pressures – recall that Samsung did bump the Z Fold 7 price by $100 in some markets bez-kabli.pl. Google even acknowledged it considered price hikes due to new US tariffs on Chinese-made electronics, but ultimately ate the costs reuters.com. Analysts saw this as a tactical move: Pixel’s market share remains tiny (around ~1% globally reuters.com), so aggressive pricing is one way Google hopes to lure more buyers. “A lot of the stuff [Google] showed today would probably run almost exactly the same way on last year’s hardware. Their point is it’s not about just the hardware anymore,” observed Bob O’Donnell, chief analyst at Technalysis Research reuters.com. In other words, Google is trying to sell an AI-driven experience and the broader Google ecosystem, rather than just gigahertz and megapixels.
Initial reactions to the Pixel 10 series have been positive about the AI features, though some critics note that many of these software enhancements could theoretically come to older Pixels. (Indeed, Google confirmed features like the Photo Coach will roll out to at least the Pixel 8 and 9 via updates.) This raises the question: how to convince consumers to buy new phones if older ones get the smarts? Google’s answer seems to be: broaden Pixel’s appeal and reach. At the launch event, Google announced it will for the first time expand Pixel sales to more countries, including an entry into the Mexico market reuters.com. Pixel has historically been available in only a handful of regions, limiting its growth. By widening distribution and doubling down on marketing (the event even featured a cameo by comedian Jimmy Fallon to generate buzz reuters.com), Google clearly wants to move Pixel from niche to mainstream.
From a hardware perspective, the Pixel 10 phones are solid if not revolutionary. The screens (OLED, up to 6.8″ on the Pro XL) now reach a smoother 120 Hz across the lineup. Battery sizes saw a small bump to help power the always-on AI features. And Google introduced a new magnetic “Pixelsnap” wireless charging system reuters.com – basically Google’s answer to Apple’s MagSafe. Pixelsnap uses magnets to align the phone on compatible chargers, cases, and accessories, improving charging efficiency. (Google even launched Pixelsnap accessories like a charging stand and car mount.) It’s a clear play to spur an ecosystem of Pixel-focused gadgets, much as MagSafe did for iPhone. On the foldable front, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold got iterative improvements: a more durable hinge and a brighter inner display. But notably, Google did not announce a smaller foldable or a cheaper one – it appears committed to a single ultra-premium foldable for now.
Big picture, the Pixel 10 release shows Google’s confidence in its AI-first vision. Coming just weeks ahead of Apple’s iPhone 17 (which is expected to emphasize hardware upgrades like faster chips and new materials), Google set up a contrast: AI enhancements vs. hardware polish. It’s almost a philosophical difference – Google leveraging its strength in software and cloud AI, Apple likely leaning on its hardware/software integration and custom silicon prowess. Consumers this holiday season will effectively be choosing between a phone that pitches itself as “the smartest” (Pixel’s advertising is pushing that angle) and one that pitches itself as “the best all-around device” (Apple). It’s a fascinating showdown, and it will test whether Google’s gambit to make “AI phones” resonates with everyday users or remains a niche attraction for tech enthusiasts. As Google’s Osterloh put it, the goal is to unlock “helpfulness” – if Pixel’s AI features truly make life easier in obvious ways, that could be a winning formula. If not, Pixel may still struggle to break out against Samsung and Apple’s loyal followings.
Samsung’s September Unpacked – Fan Edition & More
Never one to cede the spotlight, Samsung has its own event lined up: a Galaxy Unpacked on September 4, 2025. This is Samsung’s second big showcase of the year (the first was back in February for the Galaxy S25 series). The timing – just five days before Apple’s iPhone keynote – is no coincidence thehansindia.com. Samsung is effectively kicking off “Techtember” with announcements aiming to steal a bit of thunder before Apple’s iPhone frenzy. The event will be livestreamed from Seoul at 3 PM IST (which is morning in the US) thehansindia.com, strategically right before the IFA tech trade show in Berlin.
What can we expect on Sept 4? Samsung hasn’t officially detailed the product list, but the invitation teaser and various leaks give strong clues. First, Samsung itself hinted at a new Galaxy Tab launch by allowing customers to reserve an upcoming tablet ahead of the event thehansindia.com. This is very likely the Galaxy Tab S9 FE (Fan Edition) or possibly a Tab S11 series tablet (naming is a bit unclear since Samsung’s last premium tablet was the Tab S9 in 2023). A Fan Edition tablet would align with Samsung’s pattern of issuing lower-cost “FE” versions of its devices. Speaking of FE: virtually every leak agrees the star of this Unpacked will be the Galaxy S25 FE smartphone thehansindia.com.
The Galaxy S25 FE is set to revive Samsung’s Fan Edition line, which delivers near-flagship specs at a more affordable price point. According to reliable reports out of South Korea, the S25 FE will be formally introduced on Sept 19 (slightly earlier in the calendar than last year’s S24 FE) thehansindia.com – meaning Samsung might use the Sept 4 event to tease the S25 FE and then have full reviews/sales later in the month. The rumored specs make it clear the S25 FE is no slouch: a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED display at 120 Hz with Gorilla Glass Victus protection republicworld.com, the same 50 MP main camera sensor as the regular S25, along with 8 MP 3× telephoto and 12 MP ultrawide cameras republicworld.com, and a 4,500–4,700 mAh battery (slightly bigger than the S24 FE’s) republicworld.com. Notably, Samsung might use its new Exynos 2400 chip in the S25 FE thehansindia.com – a departure from the Qualcomm chips that powered many recent FE models. This suggests Samsung is confident in its homegrown silicon again, possibly due to improvements in efficiency or a desire to manage costs. If true, some S25 FE units (likely in Europe/Asia) would run Exynos 2400, while others (US market) might still use a Snapdragon for consistency with carrier expectations – Samsung sometimes dual-sources chips even in Fan Editions.
Also on deck is One UI 8, Samsung’s newest Android skin. In fact, Samsung has already launched One UI 8 on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 in August, so the Sept 4 event will likely tout One UI 8’s features to a wider audience. Users can look forward to Android 15 under the hood, plus Samsung-specific additions: enhanced personalization (lock screen styles, new Always-On Display options), and deeper AI integration. For example, “Galaxy AI” can now learn user habits and suggest automated routines, or even recommend when to activate certain modes based on context bez-kabli.pl. One UI 8 also improves continuity across Samsung’s ecosystem – e.g. better syncing with the new Galaxy Watch6 on Wear OS and easier connection with Galaxy Book laptops.
A wildcard for Unpacked: will Samsung tease its tri-fold phone? The company has shown flexible display prototypes for a “Z Fold Tri” that folds in two places (like a brochure) for years, and in a recent earnings call Samsung’s execs hinted they’re making progress on the concept thehansindia.com. Rumors suggest Samsung might briefly mention or show a concept of the tri-fold device at Unpacked as a “one more thing” – not an official launch, but to plant a flag that “we’re working on it.” However, most insiders believe a true tri-fold launch would be saved for a bigger in-person event (perhaps next year) given its significance. As analyst Ross Young quipped, Samsung is likely to reserve such a radical form factor for when it can get maximum fanfare, rather than a quick virtual reveal.
Besides phones and tablets, Samsung often uses fall announcements to update accessories. We could see new colors or features for the Galaxy Buds or a new budget Galaxy SmartTag 2 (a Bluetooth tracker – an FCC filing hinted one is coming). Also possible is news on the Galaxy Ring – a smart ring Samsung is reportedly developing as a wellness wearable – though that might not be ready to show yet.
Samsung’s overarching goal with the September event is to keep Galaxy fans engaged ahead of the crucial holiday quarter. With Apple about to launch iPhones and Google pushing Pixel 10, Samsung wants to remind consumers that it has compelling options at all tiers: super-premium foldables (Fold/Flip 7), regular flagships (S25), and now the affordable premium segment with S25 FE. The FE in particular could be a hit if priced aggressively (perhaps ~$599–699 range). By offering many of the S25’s best features at a lower price, Samsung is no doubt targeting value-conscious buyers and those in markets like India or Latin America where $1000 phones are out of reach. The Galaxy Tab introduction similarly shores up Samsung’s tablet lineup against Apple’s iPads. And rolling out One UI 8 keeps Samsung loyalists happy with fresh software.
In sum, expect Samsung’s Sept 4 show to deliver incremental (but important) additions to the Galaxy ecosystem rather than mind-blowing new hardware. The S25 FE will slot in as the “flagship for everyone”, the new Galaxy Tab will strengthen Samsung’s grip on the Android tablet space, and One UI 8 will tie it all together with a dash of AI and polish. And of course, Samsung won’t resist a few sly comparisons to Apple – it’s tradition for Samsung to throw a little shade, perhaps boasting about features like expandable storage or fast charging that iPhones lack. With the mobile race heating up, Samsung’s message is essentially: we’ve got a device for every user, and we’re not standing still. The battle for consumers’ attention (and wallets) this fall is on, and Samsung intends to be front and center.
The Foldables War: Huawei’s Tri-Fold Gambit and Samsung’s Reply
While Samsung pioneered mainstream foldable phones, Huawei is aggressively pushing the envelope – quite literally – with new folding form factors. On September 2, Huawei announced that it has opened pre-orders (via VMall, its Chinese web store) for the Mate XTs, which is Huawei’s second-generation tri-fold smartphone techedt.com. If standard folding phones weren’t enough, a tri-fold takes things to another level: the Mate XTs can fold out at two hinge points, transforming from a compact phone into a much larger tablet-like display when fully unfurled. Huawei’s teaser indicates the Mate XTs will be officially launched on Sept 4 in China techedt.com (coincidentally, the same day as Samsung’s Unpacked, though targeting a different market).
This move positions Huawei slightly ahead in the “foldable form factor race,” as no other major manufacturer has a tri-fold on the market yet. Samsung, for its part, has shown tri-fold concepts but hasn’t released one commercially. Industry watchers expect Samsung to reveal its own tri-fold prototype or roadmap within the next year techedt.com, but Huawei is seizing the moment to claim the title of first to market with a tri-fold. By starting pre-registrations now, Huawei is gauging consumer interest and building buzz among tech enthusiasts in China.
What do we know about the Mate XTs? Official details are scant (Huawei has kept specs under wraps on the pre-order page), but well-connected insiders on Chinese social media (Weibo) have leaked some info. The Mate XTs will reportedly feature Huawei’s new Kirin 920 chipset techedt.com – a notable point because Huawei had been limited in chip options due to US sanctions. If true, Kirin 920 could be Huawei’s first flagship-grade Kirin SoC since 2020, possibly manufactured with help from Chinese fabs. Performance-wise, it’s expected to deliver competitive speeds and 5G support, bringing Huawei back into the high-end chip game. The Mate XTs is also said to sport camera upgrades over Huawei’s first tri-fold (the original Mate X2 had a decent camera but not P-series level). We might see a periscope zoom lens or an improved main sensor, aligning with Huawei’s focus on photography for premium devices techedt.com.
Design-wise, leaked photos of a dummy unit suggest the Mate XTs will have a slightly thinner body and a refined hinge mechanism compared to Huawei’s earlier folds. It folds in a zigzag manner: one segment folds inwards, another outwards, allowing the device to go from a phone-sized triple-stack to a large single flat tablet. Achieving durability with two hinges is challenging – Huawei likely uses a multi-link hinge system and high-end materials (perhaps carbon fiber or titanium alloys) to reinforce the structure. The Mate XTs will also offer multiple configurations – Huawei’s promo mentions “multiple colours and storage options” at launch techedt.com, so expect different RAM/storage tiers and at least 3 color finishes. By opening pre-orders without a full spec sheet, Huawei is essentially saying: trust us, this is cutting-edge, reserve one now and details will follow.
Strategically, Huawei’s tri-fold is as much about bragging rights as sales. Foldables remain a niche (albeit growing) segment – even Samsung’s popular Z Flips and Folds sell in the single-digit millions of units, versus tens of millions for mainstream phones. A tri-fold will be ultra-niche, likely priced extremely high (possibly ¥15,000+ in China, >$2000) and in limited production. But it cements Huawei’s image as an innovator domestically, which is valuable as the company battles back from sanctions that crippled its phone business. It also pressures Samsung: consumers and media will inevitably ask “where is Samsung’s tri-fold?” and compare whichever device comes later to Huawei’s offering.
Meanwhile, Samsung’s current foldable portfolio – the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 – is focusing on perfecting the existing formats. The Fold 7, which began shipping in August, refined the book-style foldable to be more palatable to mainstream users: it’s thinner (under 9 mm closed) and lighter than its predecessor, addressing two common complaints bez-kabli.pl. Samsung achieved this with a new hinge design that not only reduces thickness but also improves durability (fewer moving parts, supposedly tested to over 300,000 folds). They also managed to incorporate a 200 MP camera – giving the Fold 7 true flagship photography credentials on par with a Galaxy S25 Ultra bez-kabli.pl. Early reviewers have praised the Fold 7’s gorgeous 7.6″ inner AMOLED display (now with slimmer bezels for a more edge-to-edge look) bez-kabli.pl, and the software enhancements in One UI 8 that allow better multitasking and app continuity.
The Galaxy Z Flip 7, on the other hand, targets style-conscious users and those who prefer a compact device. Its marquee upgrade this generation is the expanded 3.4″ cover display (almost double the size of the Flip 6’s), which dramatically improves usability when the phone is folded bez-kabli.pl. Now you can read full messages, use widgets, and even take selfies with the rear cameras much more easily on the tiny external screen. Samsung also gave the Flip 7 a slight spec bump (Snapdragon “8 Elite” chipset, a better main camera sensor, etc.) but kept its price around $999, making it one of the most accessible foldables on the market bez-kabli.pl. The Flip series has been a hit with younger demographics and fashion collabs, and Samsung doubled down on that with new colors and custom folding animations in the UI.
In the big picture, foldables are maturing. Samsung’s approach is evolution – refine the foldables people are already buying – while Huawei (and maybe Xiaomi, which also showed an inward-outward folding concept recently) are exploring new form factors to leapfrog ahead. It’s reminiscent of the early smartphone era, where some companies stuck to proven designs and others tried wild new ones (remember dual-slider phones or 3D display phones?). We’re still in the phase of finding out which foldable form factors will stick long-term. Clamshell flips and tablet-folds have proven to have staying power; tri-folds and rollable displays are next in line to be tested in the real world.
One more foldable-related note: Apple is notably absent in this space – but even that may change. Rumors from Apple’s supply chain say the company is prototyping foldable iPhone concepts internally, with an eye toward 2026 or later for a possible release bez-kabli.pl. Supposedly a foldable iPhone (maybe an “iPhone Fold” or even a folding iPad) could command a ~$1,999 price and would only launch once Apple feels the tech is mature. As one analyst wryly commented, “Apple is rarely first… it likes to take its time” bez-kabli.pl. So while Apple watches from the sidelines for now, its rivals are iterating fast. By the time Apple enters foldables (if it ever does), Samsung and Huawei could be on generation 10 of their designs.
For consumers today, the landscape is exciting but can be confusing: lots of options, lots of experimental designs. The good news is reliability is improving – early foldables had many issues (fragile screens, hinge failures). The latest models from Samsung and Huawei show significant durability gains. The fact that Huawei feels confident enough to ship a tri-fold indicates the tech is progressing. We’ll see in the coming months how the Mate XTs performs in users’ hands and whether Samsung responds with a tri-fold of its own. One thing’s certain: the foldable competition is no longer a one-horse race, and that competition is driving rapid innovation in how we literally shape our devices.
Other Notable Launches: Xiaomi’s 7,000 mAh Beast & OnePlus Rumors
Not every new phone this season is a $1,000 flagship – in Asia especially, the midrange segment is where the volume is, and we’ve seen some impressive mid-tier device launches around the start of September.
One standout is from Xiaomi, which continues to blur the line between midrange and flagship specs. On August 21, Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi launched the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ in China, and it’s been generating buzz for the sheer value it packs. The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ comes with a 7,000 mAh battery – an enormous capacity rarely seen even in battery-focused phones (most flagships hover around 4,500–5,000 mAh). This monster battery, paired with Xiaomi’s 90 W wired fast charging, means the phone can easily last two full days and still top up rapidly bez-kabli.pl. Xiaomi also gave it a large 6.83-inch AMOLED display that boasts up to 3,200 nits peak brightness bez-kabli.pl – essentially making it one of the brightest smartphone screens ever, useful under harsh sunlight. Surprisingly, the device even carries an IP69K rating bez-kabli.pl, meaning it’s not just water-resistant but can withstand high-pressure water jets and dust – that’s a level of ruggedness few phones advertise, let alone midrange ones.
Design-wise, the Note 15 Pro+ has some premium touches like a glass-fiber back for durability (Xiaomi claims it’s more crack-resistant than typical glass) and a slim profile considering the battery. The camera array includes a solid 200 MP main sensor, 8 MP ultrawide, and 2 MP macro – par for the course at this price, except the main sensor which is unusually high-res. But the kicker is the price: it’s priced around ¥2,499 in China (roughly $340) for the base model bez-kabli.pl. That undercuts many so-called “flagship killer” phones while delivering features like battery life and display tech that even $1000 phones might envy. Xiaomi’s intent here is clear: lure in buyers who want maximum specs for their money. This strategy is especially effective in markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Eastern Europe where Xiaomi has a strong presence. Phones like the Note 15 Pro+ put pressure on competitors like Samsung’s A-series or Realme’s midrangers to keep up in the spec race. As smartphone sales growth slows, companies are trying to entice consumers to upgrade by offering almost absurd specs in lower price tiers (massive batteries, super-fast charging, etc.) bez-kabli.pl. It’s a trend to watch – we might be entering an era of “spec-overkill” in midrange phones, which isn’t bad for tech enthusiasts on a budget!
Shifting to the premium segment rumors: OnePlus, known for its flagship phones, doesn’t have a new device launch in early September, but leaks are painting a picture of its next big phone. The upcoming OnePlus 15 (expected to debut first in China around Oct 2025) is rumored to sport two notable features OnePlus hasn’t done before: an under-display front camera and a periscope telephoto lens bez-kabli.pl. An under-display camera (UDC) would hide the selfie camera beneath the screen for a true all-screen front – we’ve seen this tech in a few devices (like Samsung’s Fold series inner cam, and some ZTE models), but it often comes with trade-offs in image quality. If OnePlus 15 goes this route, it suggests OnePlus is aiming for a cutting-edge aesthetic, possibly on a special variant or “Pro” model. The periscope zoom, meanwhile, would dramatically improve long-range photography (allowing perhaps 5×–10× optical zoom). OnePlus’s BBK siblings, Oppo and Vivo, have used periscope lenses in some flagships; OnePlus adopting it would keep it competitive with Samsung (which uses a 10× periscope on its Ultras) and potentially Apple (rumored to add a periscope lens to the iPhone 17 Pro Max). These leaks came from a reliable Chinese tipster, so there’s a good chance they’re accurate. OnePlus fans will have to wait a bit longer for the official launch, but it’s shaping up to be a device that mixes cutting-edge screen tech with boosted camera chops.
Elsewhere, Nothing, the startup led by OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei, rolled out a software update (Nothing OS 2.5) for its Phone (2) in late August bez-kabli.pl. While not a new device, it’s worth noting because Nothing continues to gather a niche fanbase with its retro-futuristic design language (flashing “glyph” lights on the back) and clean Android skin. The 2.5 update adds some quirky features and an Easter egg nodding to tech history (the company teased a design inspired by an 1880s painting, joking “without it, the smartphone wouldn’t exist”) bez-kabli.pl. It’s a lighthearted reminder that in the sea of big brands, smaller players are trying different approaches to stand out – in Nothing’s case, fusing art, nostalgia, and tech minimalism.
Lastly, it’s worth mentioning Sony – one of the few remaining Japanese phone makers – quietly announced the Xperia 5 VI (their latest compact flagship) at IFA Berlin on Sept 1. Sony keeps catering to its niche: the phone offers a 6.1″ 120 Hz 21:9 display and Alpha camera tech in a relatively small form factor, with pro-oriented features like a headphone jack and expandable storage that are rare in modern flagships. While Sony’s global market share is tiny, the Xperia launch shows there’s still diversity in approaches (Sony sells to photography enthusiasts and cinephiles who appreciate manual controls and high bit-rate video capture on a phone). The Xperia 5 VI will mostly appeal to that crowd, but it’s a reminder that “major brands” can include those quietly iterating outside the limelight.
Overall, early September has brought a mix of groundbreaking and incremental in mobile: from tri-fold foldables and AI-centric flagships to midrange battery beasts and leaked hints of what’s next. It underscores that the smartphone arena in 2025 is incredibly dynamic – established players are refining core products, while others seek the next big leap (be it in design, AI, or form factor).
Industry Trends: Market Rebound, Manufacturing Shifts & Future Visions
Stepping back from individual products, several broader trends are shaping the mobile industry as of September 2025:
1. Market Rebound (Slight) and Shifts: For the first time in years, smartphone sales are not declining. The global market might finally be bottoming out and bouncing back – albeit very slightly. According to IDC’s preliminary data, worldwide smartphone shipments in Q2 2025 ticked up about 1.0% year-on-year reuters.com (295.2 million units vs 292 million a year prior). That follows a 1.5% rise in Q1, indicating two quarters of flat-to-modest growth. It’s hardly a surge, but after a long slump (2017–2024 saw many quarters of decline), flat is good news. “…the 1% growth in the smartphone market stands as a critical indicator that the market is poised to return to growth,” said Anthony Scarsella, IDC’s research director for mobile phones reuters.com. The reasons? Easing economic anxieties in some regions (the shock of new tariffs in the US has subsided for now bez-kabli.pl), and many brands have worked through the excess inventory that piled up during the pandemic slowdown. Consumers are also slowly coming back – in North America and Europe, some upgrade demand is returning after people held onto phones longer due to inflation bez-kabli.pl.
The competitive order remains familiar: Samsung is still #1 in volume, shipping roughly 58 million phones in Q2 (about 20% global share) bez-kabli.pl. It actually grew the fastest of any top vendor (~+8% YoY) on strong sales of its mid-range Galaxy A series and the early popularity of the Galaxy S25 flagship bez-kabli.pl. Apple is #2 with around 15–16% share (typical of a non-holiday quarter for Apple) and saw a ~4% shipment increase bez-kabli.pl. Apple’s growth was buoyed by emerging markets – e.g. iPhone sales in India jumped as Apple opened new stores and local manufacturing there, and Europe saw solid iPhone demand even as Apple fans await the iPhone 17 bez-kabli.pl. Xiaomi held about 12–13% share for #3, basically flat YoY bez-kabli.pl. Xiaomi is doing well in parts of Asia, Central Europe, and Latin America, offsetting a weaker China performance. It’s also diversifying with its new HyperOS software on some devices (replacing MIUI), which could become a selling point especially in China where a non-Google ecosystem can thrive bez-kabli.pl. The #4 and #5 spots globally are contested by OPPO (plus its OnePlus sub-brand) and vivo, each in the high single-digits percentage-wise bez-kabli.pl. Their shares are roughly stable, though both are coping with a saturated Chinese market by pushing more abroad (OPPO in Europe and MEA, vivo in Southeast Asia). Right on their heels is Transsion (the parent of Tecno, Infinix, Itel) which dominates Africa and is very strong in India’s entry-level segment – Transsion’s global share is now about on par with vivo’s, a remarkable rise for a company many in the West haven’t heard of bez-kabli.pl.
A particularly interesting shift is happening in Japan. Japan has long been an outlier where Apple absolutely reigns (often >50% share) and domestic brands like Sharp/Fujitsu fill the rest, with foreign Android makers barely making a dent. But in Q2, Samsung climbed to #3 in Japan with roughly 10% share – up from ~5% a year prior bez-kabli.pl. That’s a ~60% YoY growth in a market that’s notoriously difficult for outsiders. Counterpoint Research attributes Samsung’s gains to its aggressive push of the Galaxy S25 and A-series, and a marketing campaign shedding its old image. Younger Japanese consumers apparently responded well to the S25’s AI camera features and the sleeker design (previously, Galaxies weren’t seen as “cool” in Japan) bez-kabli.pl. Google’s Pixel also quietly rose to ~11% in Japan (helped by a successful Pixel 7 launch) bez-kabli.pl. So Japan’s smartphone market is becoming a three-way fight: Apple ~49%, Android (Pixel ~11%, Samsung ~10%, others ~30%). For Samsung to beat out local brands and become #3 in Japan for the first time is a notable achievement, and it underscores that even in mature markets, fortunes can change with the right product and positioning.
2. Production & Supply Chain Reconfiguration: Geopolitical tensions and pandemic lessons continue to reshape where and how phones are made. Apple is at the forefront of this shift. A new report from DigiTimes reveals that Apple is dramatically ramping up automation in its production lines and urging key suppliers to invest in robotics gadgets360.com. Apple has always used advanced manufacturing, but now it’s reportedly mandating automation “starting in 2025” more aggressively to improve efficiency and reduce reliance on human labor. This likely involves more robot-assembled components, automated testing, etc., across iPhone, iPad, Watch, and Mac production gadgets360.com. Automation comes with high upfront costs for Apple’s partners (Foxconn, Pegatron, etc.), but Apple appears to be nudging them to modernize or risk losing business. The backdrop here is Apple’s push to diversify manufacturing away from China. In the past year, Apple has significantly grown iPhone output in India and moved iPad/Mac assembly to Vietnam gadgets360.com. So the supply chain is not only spreading out geographically but also getting more automated. The goal is to protect against disruptions (like US–China trade issues or COVID lockdowns) and to ultimately cut production costs long-term. It’s a big change for an industry that for decades relied on vast workforces in China for labor-intensive assembly. If Apple’s bet on automation succeeds, it might set a new norm for electronics manufacturing globally.
Simultaneously, countries like India are capitalizing on the supply chain shake-up. India’s government has offered incentives (PLI schemes) to boost local electronics production, and it’s paying off. India’s smartphone manufacturing grew 15% YoY in Q2 2025 (by units produced) digitimes.com, indicating more phones – both for domestic use and export – are being made in India. A big development: Indian EMS firm Dixon Technologies became the #1 smartphone producer in India by volume in that quarter digitimes.com. Dixon, which assembles phones for brands like Xiaomi and Samsung, leapfrogged even giants like Foxconn (at least within India’s output). This suggests global players are allocating more orders to Indian firms, and local companies are scaling up fast. Foxconn itself is surging in India on the back of iPhone assembly – Reuters noted Foxconn’s India business exported a record amount of iPhones this year digitimes.com. Overall, India is establishing itself as the “next China” for phone manufacturing, at least for certain models. We’re likely to see the “Made in India” tag on more smartphones around the world, especially as Apple and Samsung deepen their commitments there.
3. Regulatory & Policy Impacts: Government policies are increasingly influencing smartphone software and services. The Russia example we discussed is one – where an imposed app (“Max”) must be preloaded on devices sold in that market bez-kabli.pl. This is part of a broader trend of digital sovereignty – countries wanting control over data and platforms on devices their citizens use. Western companies may have to comply with local app rules or risk losing access to those markets.
In the EU, pro-consumer regulation is forcing tech changes: the EU’s common charger mandate made USB-C almost universal (even Apple can no longer hold out). The EU’s Digital Markets Act is also set to require Apple and Google to allow third-party app stores and payments on their platforms by 2025 – which could shake up the app ecosystems on iOS and Android. Not to mention right-to-repair laws in Europe that might make phones ship with more easily replaceable batteries or spare parts availability for longer.
In the US, the entry of the Trump Organization into mobile service is an odd twist. While it’s largely a niche play (appealing to a political base with bundled services), it does raise questions about how MVNOs (mobile virtual network operators) operate and market themselves. The Reuters analysis points out potential regulatory wrinkles – telecom is heavily regulated and if a politically-connected company is running an MVNO, it could put carriers in awkward positions reuters.com reuters.com. For consumers, Trump Mobile’s selling point is patriotism and perks rather than technical innovation. Will it meaningfully affect the industry? That remains to be seen – plenty of MVNOs exist and most don’t make a dent against AT&T/Verizon/T-Mobile. But it shows how wireless service is being bundled creatively (with healthcare, roadside assistance, etc.), almost turning a phone plan into a lifestyle membership.
4. Emerging Tech – Satellites and Beyond: One clear trend is integration of satellite connectivity into smartphones. After Apple introduced emergency SOS via satellite on iPhone 14, we’ve seen others follow. This week’s news of T-Mobile launching satellite text messaging with SpaceX’s Starlink bez-kabli.pl is significant. They’re essentially enabling existing phones (starting with Pixel 10, and likely other models in the future) to send basic SMS when off the grid, by connecting to low-earth orbit satellites. It’s limited – usually only emergency or very low-bandwidth texting, but it’s a glimpse of a future where being out of cell tower range may not mean being completely disconnected. Qualcomm and other chipmakers are building satellite NTN (non-terrestrial network) support into new modems as well, so 2024–2025 phones will increasingly ship “satellite-ready.” We might soon see marketing bullet points like “supports satellite messaging” become common, especially for rugged phones or in markets where disaster preparedness is a selling point. There’s even speculation that satellite broadband (direct to phones) could eventually provide a new form of competition to traditional carriers, though that’s years off and many technical hurdles remain.
Looking even further out, AR glasses and wearables are looming on the horizon as potential disruptors. Zuckerberg’s bold pronouncements about smart glasses replacing phones techcrunch.com techcrunch.com might be optimistic in timing, but they underscore where big tech is investing R&D dollars. Meta, Apple (with Vision Pro AR headset), Google (with its Glass reboot and investments in AR startups), and others are preparing for a paradigm shift. If the 2030s bring about mass-market AR glasses that handle calls, messages, navigation, etc., the role of the smartphone could indeed diminish – or the “phone” could evolve into more of a personal hub that stays in your pocket while the glasses become the primary interface. For now, that’s speculative. But we do see convergences: AI assistants (like those in Pixel 10 or Siri’s expected upgrades) could one day reside in wearables, not just phones.
As of September 2025, the industry stands at an inflection point of sorts. Short-term, there’s excitement in new devices and a sense of recovery after some tough years. Long-term, change is afoot in how devices are made (automation, new locales), what they can do (AI, satellite comms), and what they might become (maybe something you wear instead of carry). The next year will be pivotal as companies implement their strategies – Apple betting on device + services synergy, Google betting on AI, Samsung betting on foldables and broad portfolio, Chinese brands betting on value and new form factors, and others carving out niches.
One thing is certain from this week’s flurry of news: competition is alive and well in the mobile world, and that means better choices for consumers. Whether you’re after the flashiest folding tablet-phone, the smartest AI helper handset, or simply a reliable big-battery phone that won’t break the bank, the end of 2025 will have something for you. And with each player pushing the others (and sometimes pushing the envelope), we’re set for an exciting run into the holiday season and beyond. As we watch the iPhone 17 launch, the Pixel 10’s reception, Samsung’s next moves, and the outcome of all these leaks and rumors, remember – in this industry, the only constant is change, and often it’s the next rumor or prototype that truly signals where things are headed next.
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