Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: the top dog of folding Androids With great software and battery for two days, the pricey svelte folder strikes best balance between phone and tablet The Guardian - UK · Aug 13
South Korea's Kospi swings from bear to bull market in just a month. Is AI trade regaining strength? South Korea’s KOSPI has swung from bear to bull market in just a month, surging over 31% from its July low. A sharp rebound in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix has driven the rally, reviving optimism around AI-linked chip stocks. Analysts see scope for further gains, but warn of heightened… The Economic Times · Aug 13
Sony Bravia 9 II True RGB TV vs 8 II OLED: After testing both, here’s what we recommend The Sony Bravia 9 II True RGB TV is one of the top TVs of 2026, and the 8 II OLED is Sony's top OLED. Here's how they compare — from performance to design and price. Tom’s Guide · Aug 13
Global Market: SK Hynix, Samsung lead South Korea stocks higher on AI boost South Korean shares surged, with the Kospi rising 3.73% to a three-week high, led by chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. Gains followed overnight strength in US AI stocks and reports of Temasek investments. Foreign investors bought $778.5 million of equities, while the won strengthened 0.38% against the dollar. The Economic Times · Aug 13
Korean stocks rise 22% in 10 days as chip rally regains steam The benchmark Kospi gained as much as 4.8% on Thursday, extending its gain from a July 30 low to around 22%. Heavyweight memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. drove the advance, each jumping more than 5%. The Economic Times · Aug 13
Made by Google Event LIVE from NYC — here's everything Google announced today Google's Made by Google 2026 event kicks off late this evening, but it's already announced its flagship Pixel 11 lineup, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag tracker, and more. Tom’s Guide · Aug 12
I shot the solar eclipse with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, but only this app made it possible to capture my slice of solar system heaven The Solar Eclipse of 2026 provided a unique opportunity to test the limits of smartphone photography and try out an iPhone app that really makes it work. TechRadar · Aug 12
SK Hynix, Samsung Stocks Rally as Singapore State Fund Adds Stakes on Memory Giants A sovereign wealth fund may be preparing to buy two memory stocks, and Wall Street immediately treated it as a sector-wide signal. Benzinga · Aug 12
Samsung, SK Hynix rally as Temasek investment report lifts chip stocks South Korean chipmakers rallied significantly after a media report surfaced. Temasek Holdings reportedly plans direct investments in Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. This news boosted investor confidence, which had waned after a July selloff. The chipmakers' shares saw substantial gains, and the benchmark Kospi index also climbed. Analysts view this… The Economic Times · Aug 12
One UI 9 Beta 5 is here, but rumors about what's next are living in our heads rent-free Samsung started rolling out One UI 9 Beta 5 to enrolled Galaxy S26 testers in several overseas regions amid a One UI 9.5 rumor. Android Central · Aug 12
How fast is the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold charging speed? The Pixel 11 Pro Fold retains the same battery life claim as the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, but in a lighter package. Wireless charging is faster, thanks to Qi2 (25W). Android Central · Aug 12
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof? The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are Samsung's latest and greatest foldables — but are they waterproof? Here's what you need to know. Android Central · Aug 12
Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold may be 10% lighter, but Samsung's Z Fold 8 has my heart The foldables market has been turned on its head this year T3 · Aug 12
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Not as straightforward as you think The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is heavier than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, has a smaller battery, and the cameras aren't as good. Is this an easy win for Samsung? Not really. Android Central · Aug 12
TechRadar · Aug 12 I spent a couple of hours with the new Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold — it’s not a reinvention, but a nudge toward perfection The Pixel 11 Pro Fold gets a refined design, upgraded components, and a fascinating new HiLights hardware feature, while remaining true to its flexible, Gemini-centric roots.
Android Central · Aug 12 The Pixel 11 Pro Fold goes after foldables’ weak spots with a tougher design The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is tougher, brighter, and smarter, with better cameras, 16GB RAM, 24+ hours of battery life, and 30W charging.
What Hi-Fi? · Aug 12 Google's new Pixel 11 lineup features super-bright OLED displays and spatial audio support Could these Android smartphones be perfect for movies and music?
Android Central · Aug 12 Sharing between Pixel phones just got a whole lot simpler Google just made file sharing effortless by letting you swap contacts, photos, and videos simply by tapping two Android phones together.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 12 I just tried the new Google Pixel Watch 5, and its upgraded health and safety features blow Apple Watch out of the water It might look identical to the Pixel Watch 4, but the new Pixel Watch 5 boasts impressive new health, safety, and fitness features.
TechRadar · Aug 12 Sorry, Apple and Samsung — I test smartwatches for a living, and the Google Pixel Watch 5 specs beat the Series 11 and Galaxy Watch 9 in these five key areas Google Pixel Watch 5 launches, and it's packing five core features to help it rise above the Apple Watch Series 11 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 9.
TechRadar · Aug 12 The Pixel Tag is here — but it won't be an AirTag for Android until Google fixes these Find Hub issues A new Bluetooth tracker isn't as exciting if the tracking network that it's part of needs improving.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 12 I tried the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and it's more 'Ultra' than Samsung's foldable (for $200 less) The Pixel 11 Pro Fold isn’t as thin or light as the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, but based on my hands-on impressions it has brighter displays, better durability and smarter AI features for $200 less.
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Independence Day electronics deals 2026: Top TVs and speakers worth buying in India right now Explore the best TV and speaker deals this Independence Day 2026, with top picks across different budgets. Bring home your preferred model on flexible Easy EMIs with Bajaj Finance.
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 12 YMTC breaks into the top three NAND makers for the first time as AI servers swallow 48% of all flash — Chinese vendor has 14% share, according to research Samsung led with 25%, SK hynix followed at 22%, and Micron rounded out the top five.
TechRadar · Aug 12 I spent two hours with the Honor Robot Phone, and this ridiculous, remarkable device made me feel like a kid again TechRadar got hands-on with the Honor Robot Phone in China — here are our first impressions of this weird and wonderful device.