Just like it has done with EVs, China’s investment in smartphones is leaving big brands playing catch-up. Forget iterative updates: China is already working on what’s next.

EU data reveals Samsung phone batteries, like those in the Galaxy S25 series, are rated for 2,000 charge cycles, doubling iPhone figures.

Samsung Electronics Co. introduced three new foldable smartphones in an effort to cement its grip on the category and broaden mainstream appeal before Apple Inc. debuts its first version next year.