Latest Mobile & Gadgets News
Apple and Google Collaborate to Simplify Switching Between Android and iOS
Apple and Google are jointly developing an improved migration system to make switching smartphones between Android and iOS easier. Early features have appeared in Android Canary 2512 and upcoming iOS 26 beta, aiming to support more data types and smoother cross-platform transfers, addressing long-standing user frustrations.
Qualcomm Acquires Augentix to Enhance Smart Camera Chipsets
Qualcomm announced the acquisition of Augentix, known for its low-power image signal processors, to expand its smart camera portfolio. This move strengthens Qualcomm's position in multimedia chipset markets, complementing recent Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset launches.
Apple Set to Surpass Samsung as World's Largest Smartphone Maker in 2025
Industry analysts predict Apple will overtake Samsung as the largest smartphone maker in 2025, driven by aggressive pricing, the upcoming iPhone SE, and continued demand in emerging markets. Apple's diverse product lineup and innovations like AI platform 'Apple Intelligence' support this market shift.
Memory Chip Shortage Expected to Increase Smartphone Prices in 2026
A global memory chip shortage driven by AI data center demands is forecasted to raise prices for smartphones and laptops in the coming year. Manufacturers warn consumers to anticipate higher gadget costs due to supply constraints.
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra May Feature Advanced 2nm Exynos Chip
Reports indicate Samsung's Galaxy S27 Ultra could adopt a 2nm Exynos processor, reflecting the company's commitment to close the performance gap with TSMC using cutting-edge semiconductor fabrication technology.
Bharti Airtel's Nxtra Expands Renewable Energy Use in Data Centers
Bharti Airtel's data center division, Nxtra, has signed a deal to incorporate an additional 125.7MW of solar and wind power, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of its infrastructure significantly, underscoring telecom industry's push for sustainability.
NASA Investigates 5G Technology for Air Taxi Communication Systems
NASA has begun exploring the feasibility of using 5G networks for air taxi communication, highlighting 5G's potential for reliable and precise location services in urban air mobility applications.
Snap Inc. Appoints Matthew McRae to Board of Directors
Snap Inc. has appointed Matthew McRae, CEO of Arlo Technologies, to its board, bringing expertise in product innovation and technology to support the company's growth in mobile-focused communication and media sectors.
Reliance Jio Focusing on 4G Feature Phones, Impacting Indian Smartphone Market
In India, Reliance Jio is prioritizing 4G feature phones over 5G smartphones, which may slow the low-cost 5G smartphone market growth, thus affecting overall regional smartphone dynamics and allowing premium brands like Apple to strengthen their positions.
Ericsson Expands API Portfolio Amidst Network Growth Challenges
Ericsson has added LotusFlare to its already complex API offerings, seeking to boost profitability. However, the company has yet to demonstrate the growth potential investors expect in the mobile network software space.