Samsung are at it again, teasing new images of things that look remarkably similar in shape and size to half of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide. With the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked just around the corner it seemingly confirms the rumours that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 will indeed have a wider passport-sized form factor. No other tech specs, exact Malaysia release dates or pricing details were revealed though.

Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) has announced that channel TV6 will end its broadcasting effective 1 July 2026. This was announced through a notification stating that TV6 would no longer be broadcasting from that date. However, RTM has so far not provided further explanation regarding the termination of TV6's broadcast.

Nothing has confirmed that its new budget earbuds, the Nothing Ear (3a), will launch on 7 July 2026. Leaks suggest the price will be around USD99 (~RM439). The earbuds will launch in black, white, yellow and pink alongside the upcoming Nothing Phone (4b) smartphone.

According to The Edge, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has instructed all financial institutions and payment service providers to phase out the use of closed or exclusive QR payment networks (proprietary QR) in stages, with the full transition to be completed no later than 30 June 2028.

Anthropic recently announced that non-US users are now allowed to use Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models after the previous cut from the US. The rollout will be done in stages so don’t panic if you don’t have access just yet. 

Malaysia's second-biggest 5G operator, U Mobile, is transitioning network infrastructure from DNB to its own U Mobile ULTRA5G network. Since starting this development in July 2025, the telco has successfully expanded its 5G coverage to 85% of populated areas across Malaysia, up from the 82.9% reported just a few months ago.

Google Malaysia recently revealed that their Google Finance app is now available for Android in Malaysia. Featuring up-to-date information about investment markets and other financial news, the app also has built-in AI that you can use to ask questions and reminders with just normal language. The app itself only takes 6.62MB to download and an iOS version is planned as well.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has temporarily closed its official website to update and improve its cybersecurity features. This measure was taken following a cyber attack on 27 June 2026, when the website's homepage was hacked and replaced with threatening images and messages by a hacking group known as Mushr00w.

The Sustainability Energy Development Authority of Malaysia or SEDA recently announced that Malaysians can now get an RM200 rebate off of energy efficient refrigerators or air conditioners with at least 4 or 5 star energy ratings for 2026. This is under the Program:NUR Domestik or Nikmat Untuk Rakyat initiative and is valid for every household while rebate units are still available on a first-come first-serve basis or until December 2026.

Acer Malaysia has officially launched the Predator Helios 18 AI gaming laptop from RM17,999. Featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor, up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, and an 18-inch 4K Mini LED 120Hz display there's even a promo. If you buy before 12 July 2026, you can also get a complimentary PM161Q portable monitor valued at RM349.