Latest Mobile & Gadgets News
Google issues small December 2025 Pixel OTA to fix multiple Pixel issues
Google began pushing a limited December 2025 overâtheâair update to Pixel phones (Pixel 8/9/10 reports) that patches about 33 issues and follows the Android 16 QPR2 rollout; distribution appears carrierâstaggered and Google has not yet published factory/OTA images or full release notes.
Malwarebytes: Android adware and scams surge ahead of holidays
Malwarebytes reported a sharp increase in Android adware and potentially unwanted programs in H2 2025âfamilies like MobiDash and Triada drove nearâdoubling of adware detections, prompting updates to its mobile security tools including Scam Guard and advanced text filtering.
Directâtoâdevice (D2D) satellite messaging becomes a commercial reality in 2025
2025 saw D2D satellite connectivity move from demo to product, with operators (notably TâMobile in the US) launching commercial D2D messaging and broader satellite features for phones, shifting how offâgrid and emergency messaging works.
Samsungâs Galaxy TriFold launches and goes on sale in Korea at premium price
Samsung officially revealed the Galaxy TriFold in December 2025 and launched it in Korea with a high starting price (around 3,594,000 Won, roughly $2,450), marking Samsung's expansion of multiâfold form factors into flagship pricing tiers.
Best upcoming/2026 phones roundup highlights Pixel 10 family and other flagships
Industry roundups list the Pixel 10 series (first mainstream Qi2 magnetic wireless charging and Tensor G5), Galaxy S25 family upgrades, Sony Xperia 1 VII, Oppo Find X8 Pro and other 2025/2026 flagships as top contenders for buyers considering upgrades.
TâMobile launches Easy Switch web tool to simplify carrier switching
TâMobile rolled out an online Easy Switch feature enabling customers to migrate providers in as little as 15 minutes as it defends its âUnâcarrierâ positioning while addressing legal scrutiny from AT&T over data practices.
Market listings and China phone catalogs show many 2025 models available globally
Retail and market trackers list 2025 Chinaâbrand models (OnePlus 15, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Realme) with highâend specsâeg. OnePlus 15 with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, large batteries, fast wired/wireless chargingâhighlighting broad global availability via marketplaces.
Mobile World Live and operators expand AI, cloud and green energy investments for mobile infrastructure
Operators and vendors increased investment in AI integration and green energy: Bharti Airtelâs dataâcentre arm expanded solar/wind procurement and carriers pushed AI features in services, reflecting operator focus beyond hardware.
Virgin Media O2 finds UK users increased phone usage as AI features proliferated
Virgin Media O2 reported that UK customers used phones more in 2025 as AI capabilities intensified on devices and services, showing higher engagement rather than the predicted reduction in screen time.
RCR Wireless and industry trackers report variable carrier fixed wireless and network performance in 2025
Industry outlets observed notable declines in fixed wireless access (FWA) speeds for major US carriers in parts of 2025, while competitive moves (D2D satellite, switching tools) continued to reshape consumer connectivity choices.