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Trump’s Vietnam tariff deal softens the blow for Samsung fans—for now
Xiaomi launches a smart dryer that hides in your ceiling and handles 35kg of laundry
Joel Joseph
July 04, 2025
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In today’s newsletter, we've got Samsung users in the US catching a break thanks to Trump's Vietnam trade deal, Xiaomi revolutionizing laundry with a ceiling-mounted smart dryer that handles 35kg loads, and Samsung making the controversial choice to prioritize thinness over battery capacity in the upcoming S26 Ultra.
Meanwhile, Apple's shifting their foldable focus from iPads to iPhones while Oppo finally brings their Reno 14 series to Indian markets.
Here's what you'll discover in today's tech roundup:
Trump's Vietnam tariff deal providing Samsung Galaxy pricing relief for US consumers
Xiaomi's innovative ceiling-mounted smart dryer with 35kg capacity and ultra-thin design
Samsung S26 Ultra's design trade-off choosing slimmer profile over larger battery capacity
Apple's strategic pivot from foldable iPad development to foldable iPhone testing
Oppo Reno 14 series' Indian launch with MediaTek chipsets and 6000mAh batteries
Additional insights on fastest Android phones rankings, Honor Magic V5 analysis, and ViewSonic's massive foldable display
Read on for all the details!
Samsung fans in the US can breathe a little easier—at least for now. A looming tariff that threatened to drive up the price of Galaxy phones has been scaled back, thanks to a new trade deal between the US and Vietnam.
While the outcome isn’t perfect, it’s a big relief for anyone eyeing Samsung’s upcoming releases.
Read on to find out more details.
 Xiaomi has officially launched the Mijia Smart Clothes Dryer 2 Pro in China. The ceiling-mounted smart dryer is now listed on JD and other platforms, with an official retail price of 1,799 yuan ($251). It will go on sale from July 4 with an introductory price of 1,699 yuan ($237). The Mijia Dryer 2 Pro is a premium smart home appliance designed for modern interiors. It features a 9.5cm ultra-thin hidden body that integrates into the ceiling, keeping the space clean and clutter-free. | Samsung’s next flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is already making headlines ahead of its expected January 2026 launch—and not all the news will please fans. Samsung has reportedly achieved higher energy density with the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s battery, which essentially means one of two things: either a larger battery can fit in the same space, or the same capacity can be housed in a smaller volume. While many users may hope for the former, the leak suggests Samsung is opting for the latter. |
 A new report by DigiTimes sheds light on Apple’s changing strategy in the foldable device segment. Citing supply chain sources, the publication claims Apple has temporarily halted development of its foldable iPad due to a mix of production challenges and cost concerns. The focus has now shifted to getting its first foldable iPhone ready for launch. |  After its roll-out in the global market last month, Oppo has finally made the Reno 14 series official for the Indian market. The lineup consists of the expected Reno 14 and Reno 14 Pro smartphones, both powered by the MediaTek Dimensity chips. To begin with, the Reno 14 Pro gets a 6.83-inch LTPS AMOLED screen, while the non-Pro version scales things down slightly to 6.59 inches. |
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