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It was only yesterday when we reported that the rising cost of memory chips may put pressure on Apple, since Samsung and SK Hynix are increasing it. However, Apple CEO Tim Cook responded to that matter during the company’s latest earnings call with equity analysts.

We have been talking about this for a while; memory costs have already risen, and the global memory chip market is facing steep price increases that are reverberating across the technology sector. This is prominent in the smartphone industry, where dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) is a critical component.

Lithium-ion is the predominant battery tech in 2026, and likely the one you're familiar with. But did you know that there are new and upcoming battery technologies aiming to replace the sometimes explosive lithium-ion? Let's quickly go over the relevant battery tech in 2026.

Nobody knows for sure when Apple will launch the iPhone Fold. However, that's not stopping people from speculating. The latest bit of speculation about the iPhone Fold is how it compares to another phone in development - the Samsung Wide Fold.

Sony has announced the upcoming release of a new mobile image sensor, the LYTIA 901, for smartphones — a 1/1.12-type stacked CMOS sensor achieving approximately 200 effective megapixels. The sensor is slated for mass production, shipping in November 2025.

Those who prefer spending smart might want to consider getting their next flagship smartphone this holiday season. Prices of mobile devices are expected to increase again in 2026, but it's not just because of chipsets this time.

Entry-level devices are more than capable for the average Malaysian in 2025. Of course, some are better than most, like the Samsung Galaxy A series. And for this shopping season, here are some Galaxy A series smartphones you might want to check out.

Samsung and Sony both offer the best mobile camera sensors on the market. But if you were to ask which one has the highest resolution, then Samsung is the heavyweight champ with its 200MP sensors. That could change soon, as Sony gets ready to unveil its Sony LYT-910 sensor.

In 2026, smartphone batteries are smarter, faster, and more durable than ever, but they're still not invincible. Whether you're using the latest iPhone 17 Pro Max or a flagship Android like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, your phone's lithium-ion battery still ages with every charge. The good news? With the right habits, you can dramatically extend its lifespan and keep your device running at peak efficiency for years.

In 2025, the one system that's become common is generative AI. Even some mid-range devices have generative AI, which is why mobile chipsets now have more emphasis on AI performance. The latest Counterpoint Research report confirms that shipments of Gen-AI chipsets are on the rise.