News stories tagged with #Smartphones
A new Oppo flagship tablet, likely the Oppo Pad 5 Pro with model number OPD2511, has been revealed in leaks and is expected to launch in April 2026 in China alongside the Find X9 Ultra. It will feature a 13.2-inch display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and 67W fast charging. Meanwhile, OnePlus is reportedly planning to withdraw from Europe and the US by April 2026, focusing on China and India. In China, Oppo, OnePlus, and Vivo have announced price hikes, while Xiaomi is set to launch the 18 Pro with dual 200MP cameras and a 7,000mAh battery.
SK hynix Unveils 1c LPDDR6 Memory with 16 Gb and 10.7 Gbps – Advancing Mobile AI Technology
SK hynix has unveiled its new 1c LPDDR6 memory with 16 Gb capacity and a data rate of over 10.7 Gbps, based on an advanced manufacturing process that delivers more than 20% improved energy efficiency and is designed for mobile devices with integrated AI acceleration. The chips are set to enter mass production in the first half of 2026. Meanwhile, researchers at the University of Sydney have developed an ultra-compact photonic chip that processes data at the speed of light with high precision, achieving up to 99% classification accuracy in biomedical image tests.
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S26 series, including the S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra, featuring the Exynos 2600 chip, enhanced camera systems, larger batteries, and a new color palette. The S26 Ultra stands out with a 200 MP main camera sensor, S Pen, and the world’s first built-in Privacy Display using selectively dimmable pixels. The devices offer a more intuitive Galaxy AI experience, improved thermal management, 16 GB RAM, and Gorilla Armor 2 glass. Available starting March 10, 2026, prices range from €999 to €1,499, with limited-time pre-order promotions such as free storage upgrades.