Apple is set to unveil its first foldable phone, the iPhone Ultra, at the "Surprise and Shine" event on Sept. 9. The device is expected to feature a horizontal, book-style fold with a display comparable in size to the iPad mini and could be powered by the A20 Pro chip.

Shelly's latest budget Wi-Fi security camera offers 1080p video, night vision, local microSD recording and smart-home automations without requiring a subscription. A paid plan unlocks cloud recording and smart object detection for customized alerts and automations.

TP-Link is launching its first consumer Wi-Fi 8 routers, with preorder for the Archer 8 Ultra BN19000 beginning Sept. 30 in select regions. The Deco 8 Ultra BN22000, a mesh router, will follow in the first quarter of 2027. The routers will use chipsets from Broadcom, Qualcomm and MediaTek.

Acer is bringing Packard Bell back with a new lineup of consumer electronics, including the 14.5-inch budget DotBook laptop, a 4G feature phone, the DotLoop vinyl turntable and DotLook audio glasses. The relaunch centers on modern products branded with the "Dot" prefix while nodding to the brand's heritage.

Consumer Cellular is expanding its retail presence, targeting senior citizens as major carriers shift to digital customer service. The mobile virtual network operator has opened 100 stores and plans to open 120 in total by year-end after losing Target as a distributor. The sites are designed with seniors in mind, featuring spacious layouts with comfortable seating to encourage in-person interactions.