Huawei’s next move: mid-range widescreen foldable in the works

Huawei could be about to stir interest in the foldable phone market again.

A new leak points to a mid-range version of its Pura X foldable, a device that made headlines earlier this year for being the first to use a widescreen 16:10 aspect ratio.

The original Pura X launched in March 2025 in China for around $1,250 and quickly caught attention for offering more of a tablet-like feel in a foldable format. Reports claim it’s already found more than 700,000 users.

Android sideloading restrictions may not be airtight after all

Google’s upcoming plan to tighten app sideloading on Android has raised eyebrows among users who value the platform’s flexibility.

Starting in late 2026, the company will require developers to verify their identity with Google before apps can be installed on certified Android devices.

Unverified apps, even when downloaded outside the Play Store, will simply be blocked. What’s different this time is how Google plans to enforce it.

Solid-state batteries hit mass production, drones set to benefit first

Eve Energy, one of China’s biggest battery makers and a competitor to Tesla suppliers like CATL and Panasonic, has started mass production of solid-state batteries — and drones might be the first in line to take advantage.

The new cells promise better efficiency, higher energy density, and improved stability, all crucial for applications where every gram counts. The company’s new Chengdu plant has already begun producing 10 Ah cells built with sulfide-based solid electrolytes.

Honor Magic 8 Pro 200MP periscope will capture enhanced blue hour shots

Recent reports have revealed several details about the camera configurations of the upcoming Vivo and Oppo flagship phones.

While the Vivo X300 Pro will feature a custom-designed 200-megapixel Samsung HPB periscope telephoto camera, the Find X9 Pro is said to feature a 200-megapixel Samsung HP5 periscope telephoto camera.

It now appears that an Honor executive has revealed the telephoto camera details of the Magic 8 Pro.