Honor has launched three new smartphones in the Magic 9 series: the Magic 9, Magic 9 Pro Max, and Magic 9 Super Edition, on September 28, 2026. Each model offers distinct features targeting different user priorities.

• The Magic 9 Pro Max boasts the best cameras and the newest chip, while the Magic 9 Super Edition prioritizes battery life with a massive 11,000mAh battery and a cooling fan, at the expense of camera hardware.
• Honor is the company behind this new smartphone lineup.
• Pricing starts at USD 670 / KES 87,000 for the Magic 9 Super Edition (12GB/256GB) and goes up to USD 1,260 / KES 164,000 for the top-tier Magic 9 Pro Max (16GB/1TB).

Motorola has teased a new wide foldable phone, with a leak suggesting a mid-December launch and key specifications.

• The leaked device, internally codenamed "Razr Flex", features a 6.92-inch main screen and a compact 110mm tall closed form factor.
• This new foldable would be Motorola's fifth wide foldable offering in a market that includes devices from Huawei, Samsung, Xiaomi, and Apple.
• Despite its smaller size, the leaked device is expected to be thicker than competitors and may compromise on battery size and a telephoto lens compared to the current Motorola Razr Fold.

Google is preparing for a significant shift with the launch of its new Googlebook OS, a blend of ChromeOS and Android, set for a October 4, 2026 consumer release, but upgrade paths for existing Chromebooks remain uncertain.

• Existing Chromebooks, especially consumer models, may not be eligible for the upgrade to Googlebook OS, leaving users in the dark about future software support.
• The transition affects both consumers and organizations, with new licensing structures and management features for enterprise and education sectors still to be detailed by Google.
• Current ChromeOS devices are guaranteed updates until mid-2034, but the fate of models supported beyond this date and unable to upgrade to Googlebook OS is unclear.

OpenAI has launched dots, a new agent feature for ChatGPT that can perform tasks autonomously after a conversation is closed, running on the GPT-6 Astra model.

• dots come with their own cloud computer and browser, accessing over 4,000 apps via ChatGPT plugins.
• An interesting detail is that dot.com currently redirects to Grok Bot, a competing service from SpaceXAI.
• Eligible Kenyan subscribers on ChatGPT Pro (USD 100/month, approx. KES 13,000) or Business Premium plans can access this feature, with the first dot included at no extra charge for the initial month.