Honor X70 to feature record-breaking battery
Honor has revealed its upcoming X70 will include the largest battery ever shipped in a mainstream smartphone, though specific capacity figures remain under wraps. The phone will also ship with ultra-fast charging and a newly designed cooling system to manage heat under heavy load. The move is likely to appeal to mobile gamers and users in developing markets where power availability is inconsistent.
Source: Notebookcheck.
Samsung extends smartphone market lead amid tariff concerns
Samsung has regained ground in global smartphone market share, according to newly released data, edging ahead of its rivals thanks to consistent shipment volumes and resilience in emerging markets. This comes amid renewed uncertainty around US tariffs, particularly those targeting Chinese-made components. While companies like Xiaomi and Honor face headwinds due to geopolitical pressures, Samsung has managed to bolster its supply chain and widen its global reach.
Source: 9to5Google.
Galaxy S26 Ultra leak reveals 200 MP camera and thinner build
Fresh leaks surrounding the Galaxy S26 Ultra have emerged, pointing to an ambitious redesign of Samsung’s flagship. The handset is expected to feature a 200 MP Sony sensor as its main camera—marking a potential departure from Samsung’s own ISOCELL technology. It will be joined by a 50 MP 3x telephoto camera, with refinements expected in colour accuracy and computational photography. Internally, Samsung appears to be slimming the chassis and reducing bezels while also improving thermals and charging speeds.
Source: Android Authority.
Galaxy S25 FE imagery confirms Qi2 wireless charging support
Regulatory filings and early images of the Galaxy S25 FE confirm that Samsung’s next affordable flagship will include support for the Qi2 wireless charging standard. While the charging coil appears to follow the new universal spec, it notably lacks the magnetic alignment features seen in Apple’s MagSafe implementation. Nonetheless, Samsung’s adoption of Qi2 signals increasing support across Android for universal magnetic charging solutions, and could help standardise accessories across ecosystems.
Source: Android Authority.
Apple exploring crease-free foldable displays
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has reported that Apple may adopt Samsung Display’s new crease-free technology for its first foldable iPhone. This display tech promises a smoother, more uniform panel with minimal fold-line distortion—something current foldables still struggle to conceal. Kuo believes Apple could begin mass production in late 2025 or early 2026, with a focus on premium build quality and durability.
Source: Android Headlines.
Modest July feature drop arrives for Pixel phones
Google’s July feature update for Pixel devices includes several behind-the-scenes improvements to system performance and AI assistant responsiveness, but lacks headline features. The update also patches key security vulnerabilities and improves the reliability of voice typing on Pixel 7 and later models.
Source: Notebookcheck.
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.
