Acurast, a decentralized computing network that uses smartphones to process digital workloads, is positioning its technology as an alternative to traditional data centers as the Philippines plans to expand its artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Global smartphone shipments fell 22% year-on-year to 255.3 million units in the third quarter of 2026, marking the steepest annual decline recorded for any quarter as rising memory costs and supply constraints hit the industry, according to market research firm IDC.
POCO has launched the F9 Ultra and F9 Pro smartphones, equipping both models with high-refresh-rate AMOLED displays, a dual-chip architecture, and a 200-megapixel main camera system.
Global smartphone shipments fell 6.7% year on year in the second quarter of 2026 as soaring memory costs hit manufacturers of low-priced devices harder than premium brands, according to preliminary data from research firm IDC.
Global smartphone shipments declined in the first quarter of 2026, ending a streak of growth as supply constraints and rising component costs weighed on the market, according to data from IDC.
Apple maintained its leadership for the third consecutive year, achieving record-high shipments and a strong rebound in China fueled by the success of the iPhone 17 series.
The nubia V80 Design is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers good value with its large display, AI features, and stylish design, but its weaker Unisoc chipset and basic build quality limit overall performance.
IDC said the rebound was driven largely by strong demand in the premium segment, where consumers upgraded to the latest devices featuring innovative designs and AI capabilities.
