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One brand now owns half the US foldable phone market, and it's not Samsung

New data shows Motorola leading foldable phone sales in the United States.

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Turns out Samsung isn't king of the foldables – and you might be surprised by the brand that is

Latest figures reveal the phones that people are buying – and a surprising brand is ruling the market in many regions

The MacBook Neo ‘isn’t leaving rivals room’ — Apple’s $599 laptop is about to become a nightmare for Windows PC makers

The MacBook Neo ‘isn’t leaving rivals room’ — Apple’s $599 laptop is about to become a nightmare for Windows PC makers

Analysts say the Neo is about to put the hurt on Apple's rivals

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OPPO, MediaTek let 'Omni' take the MWC 2026 stage, as the gateway to AI and the physical world

OPPO, MediaTek showcased several AI innovations through their partnership during MWC 2026.

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AI memory crunch forces DRAM market into 'hourly pricing' model, report claims — small and medium-sized businesses fighting for survival

According to DigiTimes, these companies began struggling to absorb soaring memory costs in the second half of 2025.

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Samsung on Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus $100 price hike — 'we've packed [in] so much innovation'

Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus are more expensive this year, and it's now confirmed the RAM crisis is partially to blame.

MWC 2026: AI, foldables, satellite connectivity, and memory crisis

MWC 2026 may be about AI breakthroughs, foldables, and satellite gains, but tightening memory supply and rising component costs could define the bigger story.

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‘The tariffs and pandemic crisis seem a joke compared to this’: Cheap phones could be gone forever thanks to the RAM crisis, a new report claims

‘The tariffs and pandemic crisis seem a joke compared to this’: Cheap phones could be gone forever thanks to the RAM crisis, a new report claims

The smartphone market could be forever changed by the RAM crisis, says a new report — and Android could be hit particularly badly.

'Largest drop ever': IDC predicts dire smartphone market in 2026 over memory shortage crisis

'Largest drop ever': IDC predicts dire smartphone market in 2026 over memory shortage crisis

A new report claims that the smartphone market in 2026 will take a huge hit thanks to the ongoing memory crisis.

'Basically zero' — top Goldman Sachs economist says AI barely had any positive effect on the US economy in 2025

'Basically zero' — top Goldman Sachs economist says AI barely had any positive effect on the US economy in 2025

Though AI's impact on the US economy might not have been so big, it's certainly set to continue rising globally.

What to expect from the upcoming Pixel 10a launch, and why Pixel fans should be excited

What to expect from the upcoming Pixel 10a launch, and why Pixel fans should be excited

The Google Pixel 10a launches soon, and despite the challenges and growing expectations, it's a surprisingly well-positioned mid-range smartphone.

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The Independent calls on government to help end Aids pandemic

The Independent calls on government to help end Aids pandemic

Chief international correspondent Bel Trew tells parliament’s International Development Select Committee that our call to protect funding will help save lives

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'It really is the craziest time ever': data centers to grab 70% of all high-end memory chips in 2026 as AI boom leaves consumers in the cold

'It really is the craziest time ever': data centers to grab 70% of all high-end memory chips in 2026 as AI boom leaves consumers in the cold

RAM has already skyrocketed in price, but with no respite in sight, the worry is that it'll be moon-rocketing by the time this year is out.

Global smartphone shipments rise 2.3% in Q4 2025: Samsung and Apple lead the market

Global smartphone shipments rise 2.3% in Q4 2025: Samsung and Apple lead the market

The global smartphone market rebounded in Q4 2025, witnessing a 2.3% surge in shipments despite supply chain hurdles, with Samsung's impressive 61.2 million units shipped marking its strongest performance since 2013.

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Xreal is suing Viture for ‘freeriding on technological breakthroughs’ — how does this huge patent infringement lawsuit impact you and the AR glasses you should buy?

Xreal has just filed a U.S. patent infringement lawsuit against Viture — claiming that “rather than investing in original development, Viture unlawfully incorporated Xreal’s patented inventions into its AR glasses products, freeriding on Xreal’s technological breakthroughs.”

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"The year ahead is shaping up to be extremely volatile" — IDC adds another PC price alarm to a market already filled with noise

Expert analysts agree that 2026 will be anything but pleasant for those shopping for a new PC, and smaller brands will struggle the most.

PC sales set for a 2026 downturn as memory demand hits other devices

Industry analysts agree: PC prices are rising. Upgrade your PC now or you'll either be faced with a higher bill or poorer specs in the future.

PC shipments grew in 2025 but the market 'will be far different in 12 months given how quickly the memory situation is evolving'

"We might also see PC memory specifications be lowered on average to preserve memory inventory on hand".

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Samsung warns of TV price hikes as AI eats all the chips

‘No company is immune to its impact’: Samsung warns the ongoing DRAM shortage will mean pricier TVs

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AI Is Making Your Next Laptop More Expensive: ASUS Announces Price Hikes as Memory Costs Triple

ASUS confirms price hikes from 5 January as AI-driven memory shortages reshape the PC market. IDC warns laptop prices could rise by 8% while shipments contract nearly 9% in 2026.

Experts warn PC prices could rise even more in 2026 as RAM costs set to soar higher

PCs and smartphones could become far more expensive from the second half of 2026 due to memory shortages, experts warn.

Tom’s Hardware

IDC warns PC market could shrink up to 9% in 2026 due to skyrocketing RAM pricing — even moderate forecast hits 5% drop as AI-driven shortages slam into PC market

An IDC report revises earlier guidance, warning of a shrink in the PC market that could approach 9%.

International Business Times UK

Apple Stock: Why iPhone 17 Shipments In China Just Skyrocketed By 128 Percent

Apple Stock: Discover how the iPhone 17 sparked a 128% shipment jump in China, reclaiming 23% of the market and setting the stage for a record 2026 start.

Android Central

Navigating 2026: Big innovations & supply chain challenges in consumer electronics lie ahead

As the consumer electronics landscape transforms in 2026, innovations like Apple's foldable iPhone and Meta's smart glasses promise excitement, yet supply chain constraints loom, risking affordability.

Android Central

The foldable phone ‘failure’ is over: Why 2026 is set to change everything

As the foldable phone market grapples with a turbulent past, innovation surges forward with slimmer designs, as 2026 promises a pivotal moment.

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