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Google Rolls Out December 2025 Android Update with Smarter Play Store
Google has released the December 2025 system updates for Android devices, featuring Play Store improvements like rearranged notifications and Material You design. Enhancements include easier account switching, better parental controls, and strengthened security against dangerous apps, especially for Indian users with finance app markers. These incremental changes boost performance and privacy across phones, tablets, and Wear OS.
OnePlus Pad Go 2 Officially Released on December 17
The OnePlus Pad Go 2 launched on December 17, 2025, with Android 16 and OxygenOS 16 on a 12.1-inch 1980x2800 display. It includes 8GB RAM, Dimensity 7300 chipset, and 8MP camera supporting 1080p video. This tablet targets mid-range users seeking high-resolution screens and smooth performance.
Huawei Mate XT Tri-Fold Smartphone Drives Foldable Demand
Huawei's Mate XT trifold, the world's first, features a 10.2-inch double-folded display at 3.6mm thick, running Harmony OS, and sold over 740,000 units for $2B revenue. Available globally in 2025, it captured 3.6% foldable market share despite lacking Google services.
This innovation is boosting the foldable category's momentum.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z TriFold Selling Out in Korea
Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold, a 10-inch 3.9mm-thin trifold powered by Android, sold out quickly during its December 2025 Korea launch. It responds to Huawei's trifold, positioning Samsung to mainstream trifold tech globally.
Foldables are projected to grow 10% YoY in 2025 per IDC.
AI Upgrades Make 2025 Phones Top Productivity Tools
2025 phones emphasized AI for productivity, with iOS 26's Apple Intelligence turning emails into reminders and Samsung's Galaxy AI enabling cross-app actions via Gemini. Android features like Pixel 10's Magic Cue and OnePlus 15 multitasking enhance efficiency.
Faster chipsets support seamless app handling.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus Rumored to Match Ultra Size
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Plus may adopt Ultra-sized ambitions, appearing alongside S26 Ultra on NBTC database signaling nearing launch. This follows decisions to skip Galaxy S26 Edge after iPhone Air performance.
Larger screens could appeal to premium buyers.
Samsung Develops 'Wide Fold' to Rival iPhone Fold
Samsung's upcoming Wide Fold features a wider 5.4-inch closed and 7.6-inch open display with 4:3 ratio, more square than prior Z Folds. Aimed at Apple's rumored iPhone Fold launching September 2026, it's set for fall 2026 alongside next-gen Fold.
The design improves comfort like a notebook.
Multiple Xiaomi Devices Expected in December 2025
Xiaomi preps several launches this December, including a 6.83-inch Android 15 HyperOS 2 phone with 200MP camera, 8/12GB RAM, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, and 6500mAh battery. Another variant uses Dimensity 7400 Ultra with 6580mAh.
These target high-end photography and battery life.
Vivo Smartphone Set for December 24 Release
A Vivo device with 6.57-inch 1080x2372 display, Android 15, Dimensity 6400 Max, 50MP camera, and 7000mAh 60W battery is expected today, December 24. It offers up to 3 major OS upgrades and 6/8GB RAM options.
Ideal for users wanting large batteries in mid-range.