Next-Gen Snapdragon Chipset Could Power Galaxy S26 Ultra

New details have emerged regarding the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset, which is widely anticipated to power future flagship Android devices such as the Samsung Galaxy S26 and OnePlus 14. Leaked benchmarks suggest a significant performance boost, with the chip reportedly achieving a score of 4 million on the AnTuTu benchmark, substantially higher than current leading chips. This next-generation processor is expected to be a third-generation 3-nanometer chip built by TSMC, featuring a 2+6 prime/performance core arrangement with 2nd-gen Oryon CPU cores and an Adreno 840 GPU. The performance potential indicates a strong challenge to Apple’s A-series chips in the coming year.

Source: Tom’s Guide.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Rumours Detail Major Upgrades

Speculation surrounding the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max continues to build, with recent leaks hinting at substantial upgrades across design, display, and camera technology. While specific details remain under wraps, the rumours suggest Apple is aiming for a significant leap in its flagship offering for 2025. These early insights provide a tantalising look at what consumers might expect from the next iteration of the iPhone Pro Max line.

Source: Science and Knowledge, on YouTube.

Smartphone Market Sees Modest Growth Amid Economic Uncertainty

According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC), global smartphone shipments saw a modest year-over-year increase of 1.0% in the second quarter of 2025, reaching 295.2 million units. The report indicates that while the market remains positive, ongoing economic challenges, including tariff volatility, inflation, and unemployment, have tempered demand, particularly in the lower-end segments. Samsung reportedly consolidated its market leadership with strong growth driven by sales of its new Galaxy A36 and A56 products, which introduce AI-enabled features to mid-range devices. Apple also saw a 1.5% global growth, offsetting a decline in China with strong performance in emerging markets.

Source: IDC.

Ewan Spence

Ewan is the editor at Phone Buzz News. For over 30 years he has been covering the worlds of media and technology, from the early days of the first smartphone through to their essential role in today's society.