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azernews.azscience4 days ago
Taliban Bans Smartphones for Government Employees and University Staff Effective June 16
Taliban authorities directed government workers, judges, police and military members to abandon smartphones under a rule that began June 16. The policy permits only basic feature phones and has spread to universities and some hospitals. Npr reported on enforcement and effects on…
technology5 days ago
Budget Smartphone Shipments Forecast to Drop 22 Percent in 2026 While Higher-Priced Models Grow
Omdia analysis shows memory now accounts for up to 64 percent of bill of materials for phones under $100. Global shipments of sub-$400 smartphones are projected to decline sharply while higher-priced models grow.
gsmarena.combusiness12 days ago
Apple Plans Five New iPhone Models by Mid-2027 and Raises Foldable Output Target to 10 Million Units
Apple has directed suppliers to prepare for 10 million foldable iPhones in 2026. The company also secured parts for 80 million new smartphones in the second half of the year.
Semaforbusiness19 days ago
AI Data Center Boom Drives Up Costs for Smartphones and Electricity
Semafor reported that surging demand from AI infrastructure is contributing to inflation even as oil prices fall. Major technology companies have committed tens of billions of dollars to new facilities and power sources.
Euronewstechnology35 days agoUpdated
UK Government Requires Apple and Google to Enable On-Device Nudity Detection on Smartphones and Tablets
Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave technology companies three months to activate on-device tools that detect and block sexually explicit material for users under 18.
thehindu.comworld50 days ago
U.S. Fertility Rate Falls to Record Low of 53.1 Births per 1,000 Women in 2025
The U.S. general fertility rate reached a new low of 53.1 births per 1,000 women aged 15-44 in 2025. Officials and analysts cited smartphones, marriage trends, and costs of child-rearing as contributing factors.
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forbes.comai56 days ago
Tech Executives Predict Shift From Smartphones to AI Devices Within 10 Years
Silicon Valley leaders expect AI agents and 6G networks to drive new wearable devices that anticipate user needs. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon discussed the transition during a Fortune interview.
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Forbesfinance58 days ago
Fosi Unveils MD3 MagDAC Portable Headphone Amplifier at CanJam Singapore
Fosi introduced the MD3 MagDAC, a compact magnetic headphone amplifier and digital-to-analog converter. The device attaches to MagSafe-compatible smartphones and provides wired headphone connectivity along with audio processing.
nypost.comworld59 days ago
Casetify Cases Provide Drop Protection for Smartphones
Casetify sells impact-resistant phone cases that fit multiple smartphone models. The cases come in several protection levels and can be customized with different designs.
japantimes.co.jpworld62 days ago
Samsung Weather App Shows South Korean Islets as North Korean Territory
A weather application pre-installed on Samsung Electronics Co. smartphones incorrectly identified the South Korean islets of Dokdo as part of North Korea. The error appeared on devices running the company's latest operating system, One UI 8.5. The company said the mistake origina…
fortune.comai65 days ago
Qualcomm CEO Predicts Shift from Smartphones Toward AI Wearables and Autonomous Agents
Cristiano Amon told Fortune that Qualcomm is collaborating with OpenAI, Meta and others on secret wearable devices centered on autonomous agents. The interview at the company’s San Diego headquarters preceded analyst reports on a potential OpenAI smartphone chip. ByteDance’s earl…
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Forbestechnology65 days ago
Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and 4 Gen 5 Processors for Lower-Priced Smartphones
Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processors targeted at affordable Android devices. The chips promise improved GPU performance, faster app launches, enhanced cameras and support for higher frame rate gaming. Device makers including Honor, Oppo, rea…
Fortuneai66 days ago
Company Executive Discusses AI Hardware Shift From Smartphones to Wearables
The CEO of a major semiconductor firm said the company is collaborating with leading artificial intelligence developers on undisclosed wearable devices. These include glasses, jewelry and pins that would use autonomous agents to handle daily tasks instead of relying on phones. Th…
androidpolice.comfinance66 days ago
Samsung Releases One UI 8.5 as Galaxy A Series Leads Android Sales
Samsung has begun rolling out One UI 8.5 after a public beta period. The company's Galaxy A series captured all five Android positions in the top ten best-selling smartphones in the first quarter of 2026. A compatibility listing appears to reference an unreleased Galaxy A27 model…
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Startups Launch Physical Keyboard Phones Targeting Niche Retro Market
Companies including Clicks Technology and Unihertz report strong demand for tactile keyboard smartphones, with Clicks exceeding its six-month pre-order target in 30 days and Unihertz raising more than $4.8 million on Kickstarter. The trend draws both nostalgic BlackBerry fans and…
thehindu.comworld68 days ago
Colleges Encourage Students to Limit Phone Use and Socialize In Person
Universities including New York University have launched initiatives to reduce students' screen time and promote face-to-face interactions. Programs range from phone-free events and dinners to dedicated spaces for analog activities. The efforts respond to reports of social isolat…
japantimes.co.jpworld71 days ago
Japan Plans Digital Applications for Emergency Welfare Loans Starting in Fiscal 2028
Japan is moving to digitalize applications for emergency special loans under its welfare fund program. The welfare ministry aims to enable applications using only My Number card information for identity verification. The change, set to begin partially in fiscal 2028, targets quic…
manilatimes.netai73 days ago
Dreame Launches Modular Smartphones; Toto Enters AI Sector
Chinese manufacturer Dreame announced it is entering the smartphone market and displayed two new phone models at an event in California this week. Separately, toilet company Toto has entered the AI business, with its stock rising 25% over the past two days. The developments highl…
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koreatimes.co.krworld78 days ago
Middle East Conflict Disrupts Raw Material Supplies and Raises PCB Prices
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has interrupted supplies of key raw materials, leading to higher prices for printed circuit boards. These components are essential in electronic devices including smartphones, computers, and AI servers. Industry sources and executives repor…
Usa Todaytechnology94 days ago
Review of Brick Device for Limiting Smartphone Screen Time Over Two Weeks
The Brick is a $60 device that uses NFC technology to block selected apps and websites on smartphones. A reviewer tested it for two weeks, reducing average daily screen time from about four hours and 40 minutes. The device requires physical tapping to activate and deactivate bloc…
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The Verge Writer Describes Experience Using iPhone Air Device
A writer for The Verge recounted an encounter with an iPhone Air, a device brought to dinner by former Verge staffer Sam Byford. The device was presented amid discussions of unusual smartphones observed at Mobile World Congress. The article details the writer's initial reaction t…
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Insta360 Announces Snap Accessory for Rear-Camera Selfie Previews on Smartphones
Insta360 has introduced the Snap, a small magnetic accessory that attaches to the back of Android or iOS smartphones. The device functions as a digital mirror to preview and frame shots using the phone's rear cameras. It includes touchscreen controls for operating the camera.
The New Yorkertechnology100 days ago
Ben Lerner Discusses New Novel Transcription in Interview with The New Yorker
Ben Lerner, author of the novel Transcription, spoke with a New Yorker interviewer about themes including interviewing, smartphones, and fiction's role in capturing experiences. The book follows a writer interviewing his mentor, Thomas, a composite character inspired by real figu…
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Forbes Reports New Model in Samsung Galaxy S26 Family
Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 family at a recent Galaxy Unpacked event, with devices reaching retail shelves one month later. Forbes reported that a new model in the family has been revealed shortly after. This development adds to the lineup of Samsung's latest smartphones.
upi.comscience101 days ago
NASA Artemis II Astronauts Conduct Lunar Flyby and Share Detailed Observations
The four-person crew of NASA's Artemis II mission completed a lunar flyby on Monday, viewing previously unseen parts of the moon. Astronauts described their observations in detail to scientists on Earth. The mission included the use of personal smartphones aboard the spacecraft.