Nokia X Max Stuns The Smartphone Market

 

Nokia X Max Nokia has re-entered the competitive smartphone market with the X Max 2026, a device crafted for users who value reliability and practicality. Its design philosophy emphasizes durability and comfort, with curved edges and a clean rear panel that avoids flashy branding.

Display Experience for Everyday Use

The expansive display delivers crisp visuals and responsive touch, making it ideal for streaming, browsing, and gaming. Brightness levels and color accuracy ensure usability indoors and outdoors. 

Performance Powered by 16GB RAM

With up to 16GB RAM, multitasking feels effortless. Apps launch quickly, background processes remain stable, and the processor ensures smooth performance for everyday needs.

Battery Built for Longevity

The standout feature is the massive 7900mAh battery, capable of lasting well beyond a single day. Moderate users can expect up to two days of usage, while fast charging minimizes downtime.

Camera Capabilities

The camera system focuses on consistency, producing natural colors and balanced contrast. Portrait and low-light shots benefit from software optimization, while the front camera ensures clear selfies and video calls.

Clean Software Experience

Running on near-stock Android, the X Max 2026 offers a clutter-free interface, faster updates, and improved efficiency. Minimal pre-installed apps enhance both performance and battery life.

Connectivity and Everyday Features

Equipped with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and mobile data support, the phone ensures stable connectivity. Security features include fingerprint and face unlock, while audio quality is tuned for calls and casual listening.

Pricing Strategy and Target Audience

By combining a huge battery and high RAM at a budget price, Nokia appeals to students, professionals, and everyday users who prioritize practicality over luxury branding.

Competition in the Budget Segment

The budget smartphone market is crowded, but Nokia differentiates itself with its unique blend of endurance and affordability. While rivals may emphasize cameras or processors, few balance performance and battery life as effectively.

Final Verdict

The Nokia X Max 2026 is a dependable smartphone designed for endurance, smooth performance, and affordability. With its 7900mAh battery, 16GB RAM, and clean software, it delivers excellent value for money. For users seeking a reliable daily driver without premium pricing, it stands out as a smart choice in 2026.

Hp's New USB Gadget Fits An Entire Computer Inside A Keyboard

 

Busy professionals have a particular need for portability and functionality in their work computers. The obvious answer to this need is a laptop, but even a laptop can be somewhat unwieldy, especially if it's loaded up with hefty hardware, like a gaming laptop from one of the big brands. For those who want to trim off everything but the most essential elements of a portable PC, major PC brand HP has developed the EliteBoard, an entire PC setup crammed into the confines of a keyboard.

An honoree of the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show Innovation Awards, the HP EliteBoard is a portable PC designed specifically for shared and dedicated workspaces, particularly those with a shared pool of available monitors. All you need to do is connect the EliteBoard to a display, and you can get right to work, with all of your files and functions hidden within the keyboard. At the time of writing, HP has not divulged the price or specific release date for this new gadget, though it is aiming for a release window sometime in March 2026.

According to statistics cited in an HP press release, a large portion of working professionals feel a degree of dissatisfaction with the tech they use for their work, and with laptops on an uncertain curve for the near future, that dissatisfaction could worsen. The purpose of the HP EliteBoard is to provide a flexible, adaptable setup that can accommodate different work styles, whether you're plugged in at the office or on the go. As long as you have a USB-CTM display nearby, the EliteBoard can be plugged in and used right away.

The HP EliteBoard is built to be user-ready right out of the box with minimal setup. It's pre-loaded with Windows 11 and an AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processor, plus native Radeon 800M series native graphics. The entire device is only 12mm thick, and weighs less than half that of most laptops and notebook PCs at 750g (approx. 1.65 pounds). You can easily fit it in a backpack or briefcase while still leaving space for other devices, documents, or whatever else your job requires.

The HP EliteBoard is also designed to be more resilient against drops and spills, a vital factor since spilled coffee would otherwise damage much more than just your keyboard. The keyboard has an easy-clean surface for wiping away spills and debris, and is made up of 75% recycled plastic. Additionally, unlike some laptops, the EliteBoard is meant to be user-serviced; major components like the RAM, SSD, battery, and others can be easily removed without specialized tools for repair or replacement.

Source: BGR

Digital nails that change colour in seconds debut at CES 2026

IPolish unveiled digital, app-controlled color-changing press-on nails at CES 2026. The smart nails offer over 400 shades that change in seconds using electrophoretic technology. The product demonstrates how advanced technology is driving personalization and innovation in the beauty industry.

The device changes colour in seconds with just the tap of a button have debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas, US.

iPolish’s technology sees the nails switch from one colour to another without the need for applying a physical product such as traditional polish or gel-polish.

The beauty tech start-up’s digital acrylics are applied in the same way as standard press-on nails, but incorporate electrophoretic nanopolymers that operate in a similar way to e-ink.

The nails come with a ‘magic wand’ that connects to the iPolish app on iPhone or Android devices via Bluetooth, where wearers can choose from more than 300 colours.

A wave of the wand over each nail – which is battery-free and waterproof – then updates to the chosen shade.

 

AI in Action Now 2026 conference to hold in Lagos, Nigeria

 

AI Founder and CEO of CarbonAI Ltd UK, Debola Ibiyode, has publicized the AI in Action Now 2026 conference, scheduled for January 22, 2026, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel.

In a bold statement, Ibiyode disclosed that the AI in Action Now 2026 conference aimed to move beyond the typical industry hype to focus on practical, homegrown innovation under the theme: “Driving Productivity, Innovation, and Sustainability—Building the Future in AI Together.”

“AI in Action Now 2026 is designed as a high-impact platform where deep-tech innovation meets real-world application. The conference will specifically explore how Large Language Models (LLMs), Argentic AI Frameworks, and Generative AI can be harnessed to power Africa’s transformation,” she noted in the statement.

Ibiyode also highlighted that the time for mere discussion has passed, stressing that AI in Action Now 2026 is for people who want to do more than just talk about AI; it’s for those ready to build, apply, and lead.

 “We aren’t chasing hype or funding, we are chasing real impact. Our mission is to empower budding founders to turn ideas into deploy-able solutions while championing responsible AI adoption that creates measurable social and economic change across the continent,” she added.

The statement explains that the conference features a curated experience designed to foster genuine collaboration. It includes keynote speeches and panels that offer deep dives into Generative AI, Argentic Frameworks, and their intersection with global sustainability.

Attendees can participate in practical workshops with hands-on sessions focused on building, deploying, and scaling AI tools. The event also features a startup and product showcase that highlights cutting-edge, African-built AI solutions.

Experience the Future: OnePlus 15

One of the latest introductions into the smartphone world, the OnePlus 15, was recently launched to rival other devices without battery efficiency, Dolby Vision video shooting, mobile power and gaming.. 

The Smart device features a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, a 7,300mAh battery, a triple-chip architecture for performance, and advanced camera capabilities including 4K 120FPS Dolby Vision video shooting, and is highlighted as a new benchmark for mobile power and gaming. 

Key features

Performance: Features an innovative triple-chip architecture, with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform at its core, for powerful multitasking and gaming.

Battery: Includes the region's largest battery in a consumer smartphone, a 7,300mAh Silicon NanoStack battery, with 80W SUPERVOOC and 50W AIRVOOC charging support.

Gaming: Includes the 360° Cryo Velocity Cooling System, which uses aerospace-grade aerogel insulation and an industry-first hand-tearable steel vapor chamber for heat dissipation.

Camera:

Professional-grade triple 50MP flagship camera system.

Real-time tone mapping technology for natural skin tones in videos.

O-Log for wider dynamic range in video recording.

Upgraded 32MP front camera with a custom RGBW sensor for improved low-light performance.

Display: A 165Hz display with 1.15mm slim bezels.

Software: Runs on OxygenOS 16.0. 

Pricing and availability:

OnePlus 15 (12 + 256GB): USD $899.99 / Naira 1,323,000.00, available in Infinite Black.

OnePlus 15 (16 + 512GB): USD $999.99 / Naira 1,470,000.00, available in all three colorways. 

(NB; The pricing used was based on the current exchange rate subject to change)

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Huawei Mate 70 Air Launched in China

 

Huawei Mate 70 Air was recently launched in China, becoming the latest smartphone to join the Air trend of slim and light premium phones.

The phone comes with a large 7-inch display and a 6.6mm body. The AMOLED display supports a refresh rate of 120Hz and a resolution of 2760 × 1320 pixels.

Despite the slim 6.6mm size, the phone packs a 6,500mAh battery with 66W wired charging. It weighs 208g and offers IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance.

It offers two processor choices based on the RAM. The 12GB RAM variant is powered by the Kirin 9020A SoC, whereas the 16GB RAM model uses a Kirin 9020B chipset.

At the back, the Mate 70 Air features a primary 50MP wide camera with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS. You also get a 12MP RYYB telephoto unit with 3x optical zoom and OIS, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 1.5MP color sensor.

For selfies and video calling, the phone offers a 10.7MP camera at the front.

The phone runs HarmonyOS 5.1 out-of-the-box and offers several AI features. Other specs of the phone include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2 with LE, Hi-Res audio, Beidou satellite communication, NFC, and reverse wired charging at 5W.

Huawei’s Mate 70 Air is available in Gold and silver brocade, White feather robe, and Obsidian Black color options. The phone is currently available for purchase in China via the official Huawei online store.

The 12GB/256GB option is priced at CNY 4,199 ($590), whereas the 12GB/512GB variant will cost you CNY 4,699 ($660). The Huawei Mate 70 Air in the 16GB/256GB variant has a price tag of CNY 4,699 ($660) (N970, 200.00) and the 16GB/512GB model is CNY 5,199 ($730) (N1, 073,100.00)