iPhone Fold leak: 5,000–5,500 mAh battery

Leaks suggest Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone will include a substantial 5,000–5,500 mAh battery—the largest in Apple history—placing it on par with rival devices. Pricing may exceed $2,090 USD. The launch is speculated for late 2026, targeting high-end demand in Asia and beyond.

Source: Tom’s Guide.

Huawei rises in foldables as EU market stalls

Huawei continues to gain share in the foldables category, challenging Samsung’s dominance, especially in Asia. Meanwhile, EU foldable adoption remains low—around 1.5% of total smartphone sales. Apple’s expected 2026 entry with iPhone Fold could dramatically shift this balance.

Source: SamMobile.

China Q2 smartphone shipments down 2.4%

According to Counterpoint via Reuters, China’s smartphone shipments declined 2.4% year-on-year in Q2 2025. Huawei surged 17.6%—capturing 18.1% market share—while Apple fell 1.6%. Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi also saw declines, reflecting weaker consumer demand amid macroeconomic pressures.

Source: Reuters.

India Q2 smartphone shipments rise 7%

Canalys reports India’s smartphone market grew 7% year-on-year in Q2 to 39 million units. Vivo led with 21% market share, followed by Samsung, Oppo, Xiaomi, and Realme. Growth was driven by mid-range upgrades and strong offline retail—indicating robust consumer demand ahead of holiday seasons.

Source: FoneArena.

US & EU Q2 shipments rise; Samsung leads globally

Counterpoint and Economic Times data indicate global smartphone shipments grew around 2% year-on-year in Q2 2025, driven by strong demand across North America, the EU, and Japan. Samsung led with 8% YoY growth, followed by Apple (+4%) and Xiaomi (flat). Affordable 5G devices saw increased uptake in emerging markets.

Source: Economic Times.

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.