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Samsung's Galaxy Watch series has experienced a 28% year-over-year drop in shipments in Q1 2026, resulting in a decline in market share from 7% to 5%. In contrast, the global smartwatch market grew by 4% during the same period, with competitors such as Apple, Huawei, and Xiaomi seeing gains. Apple Watch shipments increased by 21%, driven by growth in China and Europe, while Huawei and Xiaomi saw 12% and 9% growth, respectively. Samsung's decline comes ahead of [...]

Microsoft has refreshed its Surface line-up with three new devices powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 processors. The new line-up consists of the Surface Pro 13-inch, Surface Laptop 13.8-inch, and Surface Laptop 15-inch, all featuring sharper display options and more local AI muscle. The devices are designed for people who move between everyday productivity, creative work, collaboration, and AI-assisted workflows. The Surface Pro 13-inch with Snapdragon X2 delivers up to 53% faster graphics performance, while the Surface Laptop [...]

Apple is reportedly working on the iPhone Air 2, a successor to the iPhone Air, which debuted in September 2025. The new device is expected to launch in early 2027 with improved battery life and an ultra-wide camera, addressing key complaints from iPhone Air buyers. The iPhone Air 2 will likely be released alongside the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e in the spring of 2027, following Apple's shift in iPhone release schedule. The device's specifications and timeline [...]

Snap's highly anticipated AR glasses, Specs, had a disappointing debut, with the company's stock plummeting over 5% after the launch. The glasses, which retail at nearly $2,200, have raised concerns about their profitability, particularly given Snap's core user demographic of teenagers who may not have the financial means to afford them. The stock has been struggling, dropping 30% over the past year, and has yet to recover from the announcement. Snap's CEO, Evan Spiegel, defended the price, [...]

Microsoft has unveiled six new Surface devices this year, but the company's naming scheme has caused confusion among consumers. The Surface Laptop Ultra and Surface RTX Spark Dev Box have distinct names and designs, but the Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 have business and consumer versions with key differences. Microsoft's website and third-party retailers list multiple devices with similar names, making it difficult for shoppers to find the right PC. The Surface Pro family's complex [...]

Google's Pixel Screenshots app is transitioning away from solely using on-device AI for processing. The latest update, version 1.26.134.11, introduces a change in settings that allows users to opt for cloud processing instead of on-device processing. This shift is made possible by Google's Private AI Compute technology, which ensures data security and privacy. The update also includes NotebookLM integration, Read aloud for articles, and Material 3 Expressive tweaks.

Google has confirmed the discontinuation of its Nest Mini and Nest Audio smart speakers, citing the introduction of the Google Home speaker as the replacement. The Nest Mini, launched in 2019, offered a budget-friendly option for Google Assistant, while the Nest Audio, released in 2021, provided improved audio quality. Existing devices will continue to receive software updates and support, but new hardware production has ended. The move leaves Google's ecosystem without a cheaper entry point, with the [...]

Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook has warned that the company's products, including the iPhone, may become more expensive due to a global shortage of memory chips caused by AI's insatiable demand for hardware. Cook described the situation as "unsustainable" and stated that price increases are "unavoidable," despite efforts to absorb the fourfold increase in chip costs since last year. The company is expected to launch its next iPhone in September, potentially allowing it to announce increased prices.