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If you're still rocking an Intel-powered MacBook, it's officially time to upgrade to an M-series model.

Apple announced the latest version of its operating system for Mac laptops and desktops — macOS 27 Golden Gate — during its WWDC keynote in June. And on Monday, July 13, the public beta for macOS 27 was officially released.

macOS 27 will add support for the next-generation Siri AI assistant, updated Apple Intelligence features, and new child safety tools. Additionally, its Liquid Glass design is getting more polished and more customizable.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces macOS 27 Golden Gate at WWDC: New Siri AI tools, Liquid Glass tweaks

A new macOS update always means that a batch of older Macs, iMacs, and MacBooks will lose support for the latest features. Last year at WWDC, Apple said that macOS 26 would be its final software release for Intel-based Macs, and it stayed true to its word. macOS 27 will only be compatible with the newer M-series models, according to the company's website.

However, not every Mac device that supports macOS 27 will also be compatible with the latest Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features. See if your current device will support the new software updates.

Every Mac that supports macOS 27 Liquid Glass will look nicer on M-series MacBooks in the near future. Credit: Apple

The list of Macs that work with macOS 27 includes any model with the M1 chip or later:

• MacBook Neo, 2026

• MacBook Air with Apple silicon, 2020 and later (M1, M2, M3, M4, and M5 models)

• MacBook Pro with Apple silicon, 2020 and later (M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, M2, M2 Pro, M2 Max, M3, M3 Pro, M3 Max, M4, M4 Pro, M4 Max, M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max models)

• iMac with Apple silicon, 2021 and later (M1, M3, and M4 models)

• mac Mini with Apple silicon, 2020 and later (M1, M2, M2 Pro, M4, and M4 Pro models)

• Mac Studio with Apple silicon, 2022 and later (M1 Max, M1 Ultra, M2 Max, M2 Ultra, M3 Ultra, and M4 Max models)

• Mac Pro with Apple silicon, 2023 (M2 Ultra model)

In addition, Siri AI and Apple Intelligence will also be available for any Mac device with M1 or newer silicon.

There are a couple of Intel Macs that can currently run macOS 26 but won't work with macOS 27. If you have one of these machines, you should get about two more years of security updates, but you won't be able to use any of the new software features.

• 16-inch MacBook Pro, 2019

• 13-inch MacBook Pro with four Thunderbolt 3 ports, 2020

• 27-inch iMac, 2020

• Mac Pro, 2019

If you've signed up to try Apple beta software, the macOS 27 public beta was released on July 13. Its official launch will happen sometime later this fall.

There are two basic ways to decide what movie you want to watch on Paramount+ (or any streaming service, for that matter) on the spot, remote in hand, as you thumb through its massive library, or with some careful research and (hopefully) with the help of expertly informed and Rotten Tomatoes-vetted recommendation lists, just like this one. The latter, however, won't explain how a 27%-rated comedy ended up in the streamer's Most Watched lineup.

TL;DR: Get a refurbished Dell Precision Laptop with 32GB of RAM and dedicated NVIDIA graphics for $524.99 (reg. $1,899.99).

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This refurbished Dell Precision Laptop offers both, along with an eight-core Intel Core i7 processor, for $524.99 (reg. $1,899.99). It’s built for demanding work like video editing, design, so you can get every task done efficiently.

Its eight-core Intel Core i7 processor can reach speeds up to 4.6GHz, while 32GB of DDR4 memory gives you room to keep multiple programs and browser tabs running without constantly closing something to free up resources.

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Dedicated NVIDIA T1200 graphics with 4GB of memory provide additional support for visual and creative applications. There’s also a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD for faster startup times and file access, plus Windows 11 Pro for work and business use.

The 15.6-inch Full HD display gives projects a 1920 × 1080 workspace, while a built-in webcam and microphone cover video calls. A backlit keyboard makes late-night work sessions a little easier on the eyes.

Its Thunderbolt 4 connectivity can handle compatible docks, displays, and accessories, while HDMI, USB-A, USB-C, Ethernet, and a microSD card reader give you plenty of ways to connect other gear. The laptop also supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Battery life can give you up to 13 hours on a single charge, providing more time and flexibility to work away from an outlet. Combined with its portable design, that makes the laptop easier to move between a home office, workplace, or wherever the day takes you.

This is a refurbished computer, so it won’t arrive factory-new, but its Grade A rating means it should be in near-mint condition with minimal to no visible scuffing on the case.

For professionals, creators, and other users who need more power than a basic everyday laptop can provide, this refurbished Dell Precision workstation is available for $524.99 (reg. $1,899.99).

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During the WWDC 2026 keynote, Apple surprised the iPhone world... just not in the way you might think.

In a show full of detailed demonstrations of new features coming to iOS 27, including the new AI-fueled Siri upgrade, one of the biggest surprises involved which iPhones will actually support the new OS update. Rumors ahead of the show indicated that the iPhone 11 lineup would be excluded from software updates this year, effectively forcing obsolescence on anyone who owns an iPhone from that generation.

Well, the rumor mill had this one dead wrong. And now that the iOS 27 public beta is available to download, users with compatible iPhones can try out the new operating system right away. We should note that if you want to try Siri AI, you'll need to follow some additional steps. After downloading the iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, watchOS 27, iPadOS 27, or visionOS 27 beta, go to Settings, Apple Intelligence & Siri, and join the waitlist.

SEE ALSO: Everything we learned about iOS 27 at WWDC 2026 Every iPhone that will support iOS 27

Before we get to the full list, yes, your iPhone 11 model will be able to install iOS 27. Apple made it a point to emphasize this fact during the WWDC keynote. Whether those rumors were flat-out wrong or Apple managed to figure something out at the last-minute, we'll probably never know.

Anyway, here's the full list of phones that will be able to install the iOS 27 public beta (and the official version when it's available this fall):

• iPhone SE (2nd generation and later)

• iPhone 11

• iPhone 11 Pro

• iPhone 11 Pro Max

• iPhone 12 Mini

• iPhone 12

• iPhone 12 Pro

• iPhone 12 Pro Max

• iPhone 13 Mini

• iPhone 13

• iPhone 13 Pro

• iPhone 13 Pro Max

• iPhone 14

• iPhone 14 Plus

• iPhone 14 Pro

• iPhone 14 Pro Max

• iPhone 15

• iPhone 15 Plus

• iPhone 15 Pro

• iPhone 15 Pro Max

• iPhone 16e

• iPhone 16

• iPhone 16 Pro

• iPhone 16 Pro Max

• iPhone 17e

• iPhone 17

• iPhone Air

• iPhone 17 Pro

• iPhone 17 Pro Max

However, there is one big asterisk on all of this. If you want to use the new Siri AI and the other new Apple Intelligence features being introduced in iOS 27, everything older than an iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max will be excluded. Even in the iPhone 15 family, the base and Plus models will seemingly not support Siri AI, according to Apple's press release.

What iPhones will support Siri AI and Apple Intelligence? Credit: Apple

With the new version of iOS, Apple will have a two-tiered system where some people will have iOS 27 with AI, and others will have iOS 27 with a whole lot less AI. This is because many Apple Intelligence and Siri AI processes will happen on your device, and phones with older chips won't be able to support these features.

So, if you want to use the new Siri AI and the full suite of Apple Intelligence upgrades coming to iPhones in the fall, you'll need one of the following devices:

• iPhone 15 Pro

• iPhone 15 Pro Max

• iPhone 16e

• iPhone 16

• iPhone 16 Pro

• iPhone 16 Pro Max

• iPhone 17e

• iPhone 17

• iPhone 17 Pro

• iPhone 17 Pro Max

• iPhone Air

Again, if you want to get access to the Siri AI beta, follow these steps:

• Make sure Apple Intelligence is supported and activated on your device

• Sign up for the Apple beta program

• Back up your device

• Download the iOS 27 public beta

• Go to Settings and tap Apple Intelligence & Siri to join the waitlist

Buick has spent the better part of a decade retooling its lineup and reputation, moving away from its dated image and toward near-luxury territory. Upscale interior materials, a more confident design language, and the addition of the range-topping Avenir trim across its lineup have all played a part in what has become an important and necessary shift for Buick.

Apple just rolled out a bunch of public betas for the next big iOS, macOS, watchOS, and iPadOS software upgrades, and you can try them now.

As expected, after several weeks of developer beta access, Apple has released the public beta for iOS 27, as well as the corresponding updates for Apple Watches, iPads, and Mac computers. While the full, official release of these updates is expected in September, public beta access means anyone with an Apple account and a compatible device can download the update and try it early.

So, starting today, you can go ahead and install:

• iOS 27

• macOS 27 Golden Gate

• iPadOS 27

• watchOS 27

• tvOS 27

• visionOS 27

Here's how to do exactly that.

SEE ALSO: Only iPhone 17 Pro users will get some of iOS 27's AI tools How to install Apple's public betas

Thanks to Apple's unified product ecosystem, you can follow similar steps to install all beta operating system updates on any device. In other words, with the exception of your Apple Watch (which I'll address in a moment), the process is generally the same across devices.

First, you'll need to sign up for a beta account using your Apple ID on Apple's beta website. This is completely free and carries no risk in and of itself, so feel free to go to town on it. Make sure your account is verified for beta access and enroll any devices you want to experiment with.

Second, make sure you create a device backup. This can come in handy if there's something wrong with the beta and you want to go back to a previous software version.

With a beta account created and a backup in hand, here are the final steps:

• Open the Settings app

• Go to General

• Go to Software Updates

• Go to Beta Updates, then select the public beta you wish to install

With the public betas for iOS, macOS, watchOS, and iPadOS 27 out, you should see them in the Beta Updates section of the Software Updates menu.

Request access to Siri AI and join the waitlist Siri AI in action on an iPad device. Credit: Apple

There's one big catch here, though: If you want to experiment with the new Siri AI, you'll have to request access to this beta as well. In addition, you'll need an iPhone 15 Pro phone or newer (or an iPhone Air). Even a base iPhone 15 won't cut it. Mac devices need an M3 chip or newer, and iPads require an M1 chip or newer to run Siri Ai.

To request access to the Siri AI beta, follow these steps:

• Update your device to iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, visionOS 27, etc.

• Open the Settings app

• Go to Apple Intelligence & Siri

• Select Try New Siri and Join Waitlist

How to install watchOS 27

As for watchOS 27, the process is similar, but you can't actually do it on an Apple Watch device.

Follow these steps to set up and install watch OS 27 on your Apple smartwatch:

• Install the iOS 27 public beta on the iPhone associated with your Apple Watch

• On the iPhone, go to the Watch app

• Tap My Watch, then General, then Software Update, then Beta updates, just like you did with the iPhone

• Make sure your Apple Watch has at least a 50 percent charge and keep your iPhone nearby during the installation process

As always, be very careful when downloading beta software. It should be fine, but unexpected things can happen with unfinished software.

Microsoft is acting further on its promise to fix some of Windows 11's worst annoyances. The company is rolling out changes in the Windows Insider Experimental channel that promise a less cluttered search box that largely eliminates ads, although you'll need to tweak settings to get the best results.

California residents can get up to $3,500 off an electric vehicle if they're first-time buyers, as the state invests in its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure.

Governor Gavin Newsom signed in the new law, SB 168, today (July 13), reviving a previous state rebate program ended in 2023. It's also the first announced by California under the second Trump administration, which has axed federal clean vehicle tax credits and slashed at Biden-era funding for electric vehicle infrastructure across the country.

SEE ALSO: GLP-1s are inescapable online. Here's why that's a problem.

"Donald Trump is doing everything in his power to pollute our air and surrender the clean car industry to China on a silver platter," Newsom wrote in a press release. "As California leads the world toward a clean future, our message is clear: no one can stop Californians from choosing vehicles that are better for their wallets and better for the air they breathe."

Domestic electric vehicle sales are only just recovering after a drop in 2025 following the end of the federal tax credit program. The rise is partially owed to surging gas prices after President Trump launched a war on Iran, prompting many Americans to pivot back to electric and hybrid vehicles. Tesla accounted for almost 50 percent of total vehicle sales in California last year, Reuters reported, but the U.S. still lags behind other countries in ZEV purchases.

Funding for the state-wide ZEV instant rebate — estimated at around $270 million — comes from a $600 million allocation in California's latest fiscal budget. Buyers can get a $3,500 credit for new vehicles up to $50,000, or up to $1,750 for used vehicles with a value up to $25,000. Several states across the country offer electric vehicle rebate programs or other tax incentives, including Colorado, New York, and Vermont.

Netflix subscribers in the U.S. have had their hands full lately, between the thriller I Will Find You locking down the No. 1 spot on the TV side for a second straight week, the live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender fighting its way up the charts, and a whole swath of new movies hitting the service that we’re still working our way through.

A team of researchers has demonstrated the role that floating robots inspired by Tinker Bell, Pokemon and Studio Ghibli might be able to play in our lives.

Waze just made it easier to warn fellow drivers of road snarls. An update to the Google-owned app on Android and iPhone uses Gemini for a host of new features, including more natural reporting for road conditions and map updates.

A new leak has revealed most of the remaining details about Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, according to Android Authority.

Ahead of the South Korean company's Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for July 22, Android Authority reports that the 40mm Galaxy Watch 9 will feature a 438 x 438-pixel display, while the 44mm Watch 9 and the Watch Ultra 2 will use a larger 480 x 480-pixel display. RAM and storage will vary by model, with up to 2GB and 64GB, respectively.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Trifold 2 foldable could take a backseat to a ‘slideable’ phone

Citing a report from Winfuture, battery capacity appears to be one of the more notable upgrades, as it has been with recent Apple Watch releases. Android Authority also notes that the 44mm Watch 9 is expected to carry a 445mAh battery, matching last year's Watch 8 Classic, while the smaller 40mm model is said to retain its predecessor's 325mAh cell. The bigger jump is expected on the Watch Ultra 2, which the outlet said could reach 800mAh, up significantly from the 590mAh battery in the current Watch Ultra.

Other leaked details include Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, and dual-band WiFi across all models, along with the usual LTE variants. Android Authority also reported that the Watch Ultra 2 is expected to feature a titanium casing and 100-meter water resistance, while the standard Watch 9 will stick with aluminum and a 5 ATM rating. All models are said to ship with Wear OS 7 running on One UI 9 Watch.

Perhaps the most significant change under the hood is a shift away from Samsung's own Exynos W1000 chip in favor of the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite SW6100, a chipset Samsung announced earlier this year, according to the outlet. And, as Mashable has reported previously, Samsung Leaker Ice Universe recently revealed that the Watch Ultra 2's display could reach a peak brightness of 5,000 nits.

On pricing, Android Authority cited a separate leak indicating the Galaxy Watch 9 will start at €409 (about $468) for the 40mm Bluetooth model, with 44mm variants ranging up to €489 (about $560) for the LTE version. The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 LTE is expected to carry a €749 (about $857) price tag — figures the outlet said were partially corroborated by the Winfuture report.

To learn more about the upcoming Android smartwatches, check back for Mashable's live coverage of Galaxy Unpacked on July 22.

Paramount's bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery just hit a roadblock that could have a lasting impact on your choices in streaming services and content. An alliance of 12 state attorneys general has sued to block the merger over competitive concerns.

Cabo Verde’s World Cup run ended in extra time, but its tourism bump may just be getting started.

Since the African island nation (commonly called Cape Verde in English) made its World Cup debut, its national team, nicknamed the Blue Sharks after the Atlantic waters surrounding the country, became the smallest nation by population to reach the knockout stage — and picked up a global following along the way.

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The team advanced without winning a match, holding Spain scoreless and twice coming from behind against Uruguay. In the round of 32, Cabo Verde pushed defending champion Argentina into extra time before narrowly losing 3-2.

As the run unfolded, U.S. Google searches for “Cabo Verde vacation” jumped by more than 5,000 percent compared with the previous year. Expedia recorded a similar surge, with searches from American users increasing by more than 800 percent. The interest extended beyond the United States: European travel operator TUI reported that searches for the destination had doubled since June 2025, while searches from Japan rose by 110 percent.

For a country of roughly 525,000 people, the match placed Cabo Verde in front of an audience far larger than its population and prompted many viewers to ask two basic questions: Where exactly is it, and should I go there on vacation?

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Cabo Verde is an archipelago of 10 volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of West Africa. Nine of the islands are inhabited, and each offers its own distinct character — from the beach resorts of Sal and Boa Vista to the mountains of Santo Antão and the dramatic volcanic landscape of Fogo.

Initially uninhabited, Cabo Verde was first settled by the Portuguese in the 15th century (Portuguese is still commonly spoken there). In the intervening centuries, Portugal used the islands as a base for its shipping routes and the international slave trade, according to the Cape Verdean Museum. The nation gained independence from Portugal in 1975.

The country was already a major vacation destination before soccer fans began Googling it. In 2025 alone, its hotels welcomed nearly 1.25 million guests. During the first quarter of 2026, the country was up 16.8 percent in guest arrivals from the same period in 2025. Tourism accounts for roughly a quarter of the country’s economy, which had a GDP of about $3.1 billion in 2025.

American travelers remain a much smaller part of the industry. The United States accounted for only 1.1 percent of the country's foreign hotel guests in 2025, which makes the current search spike notable even if only a fraction of those searches turn into booked trips.

This kind of tourism boost is exactly what countries hope for when they spend lots of money to host or participate in global sporting events. Qatar invested an estimated $220 billion in stadiums, transportation, hotels, and other infrastructure for the 2022 World Cup, aiming to establish itself as an international destination. The strategy worked, at least partially — the country welcomed 4 million visitors in 2023 and is targeting more than 6 million annually by 2030.

Cabo Verde, by contrast, generated the same buzz with just four standout games and a handful of breakout stars, like goalkeeper Josimar José Évora Dias, better known as Vozinha, who gained roughly 20 million followers during the tournament.

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Cabo Verde wasn’t the only country to get a visibility boost from the World Cup. Norway’s run turned Erling Haaland into one of the tournament’s fan favorites, with Google searches for his name spiking 900 percent worldwide and over 5,000 percent in Canada.

That attention brought new fans to Norway’s team, its viral “Viking Row” celebration, and the country behind one of soccer’s biggest stars.

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Host cities benefited, too: during the tournament’s first two weeks, Boston-area hotel rooms and related tourism spending jumped 20 percent from the year before, while occupancy held steady at 87 percent.

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For Cabo Verde, the question is whether that surge of attention can extend beyond online searches and into its economy. For now, though, millions more people know the nation's name and have seen enough of its beaches, mountains, and soccer highlights to consider opening another browser tab.

Apple's iOS 27 beta brings massive changes like a smarter Siri, but there's a huge catch: You can't just uninstall it. Here is everything you need to know to safely install the beta without ruining your iPhone.

Having a pool in the summer is amazing, especially if you like to host World Cup watch parties and backyard hangs. The only downside? Keeping it clean is a chore. 

A Beatbot robotic pool cleaner is a serious summer upgrade. From AI-powered navigation and multi-surface cleaning capabilities to a handy app and a clarification system that keeps your water sparkling, Beatbot will keep your pool party-ready all summer, minus the manual labor. 

Now through July 19, you can even score up to 44% off a hard-working robot from the Beatbot lineup. Here are just a few standout devices, and find plenty more here. 

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Forget about having to net out leaves 15 minutes before the World Cup halftime. The Beatbot iSkim (normally $499, now $319) floats on your pool’s surface, eating up everything from pollen particles to large debris. Edge-to-corner cleaning covers most pool shapes. The huge nine-liter basket means you can focus on browning the burgers instead of emptying the filter again and again. 

Thanks to a powerful battery backed by a 24-watt solar panel, this compact guy can skim for up to 28 hours on one charge.

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Featuring four-zone cleaning, the Sora 70 (normally $1,499, now $1,149) scrubs your pool’s floor, walls, water surface, and waterline with almost zero work required from you. It doesn’t miss anything, thanks to its AI-assisted sensors and intelligent path planning.

As an added flex, the Sora 70 can clean those unsightly tanning ledges in your pool’s shallow end, making it a solid pick for complex pools. It’s also a snap to retrieve, thanks to Smart Surface Parking. Drop it in and it goes up to seven hours per charge.

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If you’re looking for Beatbot’s most advanced system, the five-zone AquaSense 2 Ultra (normally $3,150, now $2,199) is it. It slays at floor cleaning, wall scrubbing, surface skimming, and waterline scrubbing. HybridSense Pool Mapping utilizes 28 sensors—including an AI camera and ultrasonic and infrared sensors—to map your pool’s unique layout, scan for debris, and clean mercilessly.

It also features an exclusive ClearWater Clarification System that dispenses skin-friendly water. You’ll get up to 10 hours of runtime on one charge. 

Stop vacuuming your deep end and get the summer parties started. Score up to 38% off a Beatbox pool cleaner robot until July 19.

I love trying out productivity apps, but it's not often that I come across new gems. One app that has impressed me with its diverse feature set has snuck its way into being my regular task manager. It replaced Todoist, and I'm not looking back.

When it comes to Netflix, true crime documentaries are consistent wins for the streaming service. Netflix's newest July documentary, Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea, is currently No. 1 on the streamer's top 10 list. It's a thrilling documentary that many fans of the genre will enjoy.

At Samsung's expected July event, the company is set to show off its first Android XR glasses. It could be built around Gemini, with Gentle Monster behind the design. Will they make a splash?

Apple's time as the top smartphone maker in the world has come to an end for the time being.

According to a new report from tech market research firm Counterpoint, Samsung has reclaimed its title from Apple as the mobile industry's global leader in Q2 2026. And it seems Apple's loss is at least partially attributable to the ongoing global RAM shortage, which has led to fewer people buying phones.

"The outlook for the rest of 2026 remains challenging," Counterpoint says in its report. The research firm expects a roughly 14 percent decline in global smartphone shipments for the year, with price increases putting pressure on shoppers.

SEE ALSO: Thank the AI industry for these tech price increases: See the full list

Samsung and Apple have been neck-and-neck for years in the race as the world's most popular smartphone manufacturer. At the start of the year, Apple overcame Samsung to become the industry leader on the strength of record-breaking iPhone sales.

However, the latest data shows that Samsung has had a strong start in 2026, propelling the company back to the top. Samsung now has a 24 percent global mobile market share, the strongest of any of the top five brands in the category. Samsung’s Galaxy S26 line was the driver behind shipment growth, according to the report. Counterpoint says that the Galaxy S26 Ultra model released in March emerged as the "standout performer."

Although Apple dropped to second, the company's market share actually grew overall in Q2 2026. The Counterpoint report found that the company grew 3 percent year-over-year during the quarter and even achieved a record 20 percent global market share. The iPhone 17 remained as Apple's biggest product line and was the "top-shipped global model."

However, Apple did face some adversity due to global RAM shortage spurred by the AI boom.

Counterpoint's report says legacy iPhone models "faced softer demand, as component allocation prioritized current-generation devices amid memory-related supply constraints." The company also faced declining shipments within the Chinese market as "China remained a relative soft spot" for the company, according to Counterpoint.

As for the RAM shortage, Samsung's smartphone lines likely benefited, as the company is also a memory manufacturer itself. Still, the company did slightly raise its prices in February, and rumor has it the company could potentially raise mobile prices further in the near future (the company is expected to launch its new foldables at a July 22 event in London).

SEE ALSO: Samsung finally confirms Galaxy Unpacked for July 22

Notably, Samsung avoided price increases on its Ultra model, which did particularly well this quarter. Apple has so far managed to avoid price increases on its iPhone 17 line, despite hiking prices on its MacBooks and iPads in June.

It should also be noted that Samsung unveiled its latest Galaxy smartphone models in February of this year. The Galaxy S26 line, according to the report, was a major factor in Samsung regaining its top spot. Apple's new iPhone line, iPhone 18, isn't expected until September, and it will likely play a major role in Apple's future market share.