Weekly News Update: Google Pixel 10 leaks, Spotify price hikes, potential changes in Pixel Watch 4 charger, and further updates
The tech world is abuzz with rumors and leaks about upcoming devices, and here's a roundup of the latest developments.
Pixel Watch 4
Rumors suggest that the Pixel Watch 4 will come with a new charging dock, featuring a side-mounted charging system with an indentation and two charging contacts 1. The watch is allegedly discovered in various colors, including Moonstone, Porcelain, and Obsidian for its 45mm version, and four watch band colors: Iris (silver body), Lemongrass (brass body), Porcelain, and Obsidian (obsidian body) 2. The Pixel Watch 4 is expected to retain the circular, domed-glass design of its predecessors 3.
Pixel 10 Series
Leaks by tipster Evan Blass reveal the upcoming Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro in various colorways 4. The Pixel 10 Pro XL is expected to have a 6.8-inch Super Actua display and support Pixelsnap wireless charging 5. Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is rumored to have a new charging mechanism 6.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is expected to launch earlier than usual, possibly in August or early September 2025 1. The design closely resembles the Galaxy S25 Plus, with a flat 6.7-inch FullHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, slim bezels, and a metal build with flat aluminum frames. It has a vertically aligned triple camera setup on the rear and a punch-hole front camera 25.
The Galaxy S25 FE will be powered by the Exynos 2400 SoC, come with 8GB RAM, and offer up to 256GB storage 25. It will have a 4,900 mAh battery, which is slightly larger than last year’s model, along with support for 45W wired and 15W wireless charging 25. The phone will run Android 16-based One UI 8 out of the box and be IP68 water and dust resistant 25.
With its price point, design continuity, and specs, the S25 FE is positioned as a mid-range device with flagship-like features but without major changes versus the previous model 3.
Virtual Reality Developments
Meta Reality Labs Research has showcased two new prototype VR headsets, codenamed "Tiramisu" and "Boba 3," at the SIGGRAPH 2025 conference 7. Tiramisu could potentially bring hyper-realistic VR experiences with an angular resolution of 90 pixels per degree (PPD), which is 3.6 times higher than the Meta Quest 3's 25 PPD 8.
Spotify Price Increase and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Pricing
Spotify is planning to increase the price of its Premium Individual plan by a pound ($1.34) in several regions starting in September 9. The price increase will affect consumers in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific regions, as well as users in South Asia and the Middle East.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, despite its flagship features, has no price increase currently planned 10.
That's all for today's tech news roundup. Stay tuned for more updates as we delve deeper into these exciting new developments!
Smartphones and gadgets continue to be at the forefront of technology advancements. The Pixel Watch 4 is rumored to come with a new charging dock, and is expected to be available in multiple colors. The upcoming Pixel 10 series, including the Pixel 10 Pro XL and Pixel 10 Pro Fold, have been leaked in various colorways and are expected to feature innovative charging mechanisms. In the virtual reality realm, Meta Reality Labs Research has showcased two new prototype VR headsets with impressive resolutions.
