News and analysis around Mobile Phones.
News and analysis tied to Mobile Phones.
Apple launches a second limited-time Lunar New Year promotion in mainland China, offering discounts up to 1000 yuan on selected products including iPhone 16 models from January 24-27, 2026, to counter declining monthly sales.
UK's CityFibre achieved a dominant 70% share of broadband switchers in its areas during Q4 2025, adding over 50,000 customers monthly and reporting strong 2025 financial results.
Apple's multi-year iPhone transformation includes a foldable model and a staggered 2026-2027 launch for the iPhone 18 lineup, marking a major shift in release strategy.
Analysis forecasts a foldable iPhone debut from Apple in fall 2026, priced near $2,000, with projected shipments of 8 million units, potentially driving upgrades amid AI and trade challenges.
Cyllene unveils a cybersecurity device for solar parks, offering encrypted data, multi-connection support (4G/5G/fiber/satellite), and tools for compliance with the EU's NIS 2 directive.
A major Verizon service outage caused widespread cellular disruption, emergency alerts, and a stock drop. The company blames a software issue and offers customer credits amid new leadership.
A public feud erupts as Elon Musk and Ryanair's CEO clash over the cost and feasibility of installing Starlink internet service on the airline's fleet.
Starlink reduces its UK broadband price to £35/month, offering ultrafast speeds and undercutting major providers BT and Virgin Media, signaling a major shift in the competitive landscape.
Ryanair opts out of Starlink installation, citing aerodynamic drag causing a 2% fuel cost increase and low passenger demand for paid WiFi on its short-haul flights.
In 2025, Huawei reclaimed the top position in China's smartphone market, edging out Apple with 16.4% share, driven by its in-house chip development and a shifting competitive landscape.
Xiaomi outlines its Middle East strategy, focusing on expanding its smart ecosystem, retail footprint, and AI innovation to maintain its strong market position.
In 2026, AI voice generation leader ElevenLabs reported reaching $330 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), showcasing rapid growth driven by enterprise adoption of its voice agent and music creation technologies.
