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Feb 26
Samsung pushes Galaxy S26 output despite chipflation headwinds
On February 26, 2026, Samsung Electronics officially launched its latest flagship Galaxy S26 smartphone series alongside the new Galaxy Buds4 wireless earbuds, signaling a renewed push to broaden AI adoption while navigating rising semiconductor costs. The Galaxy S26 lineup includes three models: the S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra, all set to go on sale globally in early March, with Taiwan among the first-wave markets. In Taiwan, the S26 will support eSIM for the first time while retaining dual physical SIM slots, offering users more flexible mobile data options.
Nearly all smartphone brands are facing pressure from severe memory supply constraints. Major Chinese smartphone brands have indicated that their procurement volumes this year will decline significantly, with some dropping by as much as 15–20%. For smartphone chip suppliers, this is expected to translate into considerable revenue pressure.
Telecommunications giant Ericsson has announced its participation at the 2026 Mobile World Congress (MWC), scheduled for March 2 to 5 in Barcelona, under the theme "Enter new horizons." At the event, the Swedish company will collaborate with its global ecosystem partners to demonstrate how AI is driving the evolution of mobile networks and laying critical foundations for 6G.
Chunghwa Telecom eyes pre-6G push at MWC 2026
Mar 1, 07:29
Chunghwa Telecom will participate in the 2026 Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain, from March 2 to 5, unveiling its core strategy for "pre-6G next-generation communications." The company plans to highlight technological advancements and strengthen international collaborations across satellite communications, optical networks, and 5G-Advanced.
Samsung Electronics officially unveiled the Galaxy S26 series of smartphones in the early hours of February 26 2026, Taipei time. Alongside its annual hardware upgrades to the flagship lineup, Samsung is leaning heavily on enhanced generative AI capabilities through the introduction of AI agents, more intuitive AI controls, and other AI-powered innovations.
Meta is reviving its smartwatch ambitions as part of a broader push to define the next era of AI-powered consumer hardware, setting up a fresh competitive battle with rivals including Apple and Google. According to The Information, Meta plans to release its first smartwatch, code-named "Malibu 2," in 2026. The device will feature health-tracking capabilities and a built-in Meta AI assistant. This revival comes after the company abandoned an earlier smartwatch project in 2022 amid cost-cutting at its Reality Labs hardware division.

Apple is laying the groundwork for a new generation of wearable devices built around what it calls Visual Intelligence, signaling a deeper push into AI-driven hardware, according to Bloomberg. CEO Tim Cook has repeatedly highlighted the technology in earnings calls and internal meetings, suggesting it will anchor Apple's next major product category, following the Apple Watch and Vision Pro.

Vietnam has granted Starlink an operating licence to provide satellite internet services in the country, clearing the way for the SpaceX subsidiary to deploy ground infrastructure and serve up to 600,000 user terminals during an initial rollout phase.

RISC-V gains traction in automotive and industrial markets despite ecosystem risks, while India's tech landscape sees heightened AI, semiconductor and smartphone activity—from Phison Electronics CEO Khein-seng Pua meeting Narendra Modi and Anthropic's trademark dispute, to Xiaomi's premium push, the launch of PRITVI-ACE by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, expanded deep tech support, and an arbitration case between Wingtech Technology and Luxshare Precision

Industry analysts indicate that Samsung Electronics' non-memory division is expected to return to profitability in the fourth quarter of 2026, with a full-year turnaround projected for 2027.
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi is stepping up its premium push in India even as a global surge in memory prices threatens to erode margins across the handset industry, prompting brands to rethink product positioning, component choices, and pricing strategies in 2026.

Chinese smartphone vendors continue to expand global shipments, supported by competitive pricing, sustained research investment, and overseas growth.