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Kara Tsuboi covers today's top tech stories: New wearables are vying for your wrists and fingers; Ikea's smart lamps and speakers launch at reasonable prices; and a humanoid robot is ready to work assembly lines.
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 Apple increasingly has to compete with other companies for chips made by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), as surging demand for artificial intelligence reshapes capacity and customer priority.
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Gone are the days in which you needed to spend a fortune to get a good smartphone. In 2026, features once exclusive to high-end smartphones - big batteries, multi-camera arrays, high refresh rate OLED displays and more - have made their way down to more affordable models. Yes, you'll still need to buy a flagship smartphone to get the best camera or fastest processor, but you don't have to make nearly as many compromises as you once did if you have a strict budget to adhere to when you go shopping for your next smartphone. If you have less than $600 to spend, let us help you figure out what features to prioritize when trying to find the best midrange smartphone.
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Best midrange phones in 2026
What is a midrange phone?
What to consider before buying a midrange smartphone
What won't you get from a midrange phone
Best midrange phones for 2026
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