Smartphone news: Pixel charging tips, Samsung deals, Galaxy S26 privacy, Moto G lineup, Xiaomi offers

Google Pixel users may experience unusually slow charging not because of the charger but due to settings such as Adaptive Charging that intentionally limit speed. Checking the charging options and using appropriate cables can resolve the issue.

Three Samsung Galaxy A0 series models – the A07, A17 and another A07 variant – are currently on sale on Amazon, featuring 6.7‑inch displays, 50 MP cameras, 128 GB storage and, for the A17, an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.

Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra, launched in Brazil, introduces a hardware‑integrated Privacy Display that narrows the viewing angle, a Knox security platform with a dedicated Knox Vault for credentials, and app‑specific encrypted containers (KEEP) to keep personal data isolated.

Motorola’s Moto G range now includes the refurbished G73 5G (8 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, 50 MP camera) and the newer G34 5G (same storage but lighter feature set), while the Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 targets productivity with a built‑in stylus and similar hardware specs.

Xiaomi offers three Redmi models at attractive prices: the Note 14 with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage, the Note 15 with the same memory configuration, and the budget‑friendly Redmi 15C, also 8 GB / 256 GB, each available in distinct colors.