All articles tagged with #2026
Counterpoint Research forecasts foldable smartphones will average about $1,485 in 2026 (up 18% from 2025), driven by higher-priced book-type models like the anticipated iPhone Fold; clamshells are expected to lose ground while premium foldables around $1,600–$2,000 grow, with top-tier devices potentially reaching $2,500–$3,000, a trend Apple’s entry could amplify across the high-end segment.
Pogacar heads into the 2026 Tour de France as the clear favourite to win a record-extending fifth title, which would tie him with cycling legends; the 21-stage race runs from Barcelona to Paris, and his all-round strength—mountains and time trials—gives him the edge over rivals such as Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel, and Paul Seixas, with a field of sprinters and domestiques in support; the article also notes ongoing anti-doping discussions in cycling.
The Root honors Black icons who passed away in 2026, from Victor Willis of the Village People to a wide array of musicians, athletes, actors, and civil-rights leaders, celebrating their contributions to culture and their lasting legacies despite their departures.
Rolling Stone’s midyear pick highlights 10 standout titles of 2026—from Sophy Romvari’s Blue Heron and Lav Diaz’s Magellan to Steven Soderbergh’s The Christophers, Baz Luhrmann’s EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, and the sci‑fi blockbuster Project Hail Mary—alongside Exit 8, My Father’s Shadow, Obsession, Seeds, and Yes—demonstrating a year of indie breakthroughs, audacious genre experiments, and lavish spectacle that together map a year of bold storytelling, nostalgia, and surprise discoveries.
Samsung has reduced prices on its 2026 monitor lineup with automatic discounts plus a $50 on-page coupon, covering models like the 27-inch Odyssey G8 5K, 32-inch Odyssey OLED G7 4K, and ViewFinity S8, with prices ranging from about $649.99 to $1,549.99 after coupons.
The NFL released its 2026 training camp dates, locations and joint-practice schedules for all 32 teams, with Seahawks rookies reporting first on July 17 and most players joining camps in late July; the release also notes a notable cross-team moment as Arizona's Mike LaFleur will join his brother Matt LaFleur for a joint practice on Aug. 26, and each team’s camp site, rookie/veteran report dates and joint-practice opponents are listed.
The NFL announced the 2026 training camp report dates for all 32 teams, with camps starting in late July and each team’s venue plus rookie and veteran reporting dates listed.
Tom’s Guide picks six must‑play games released so far in 2026 across PS5, Switch 2, PC and Xbox: Resident Evil Requiem, Pokémon Pokopia, Pragmata, Forza Horizon 6, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and 007 First Light. The list blends new IPs with beloved franchises, showcasing strong cross‑platform performance and generous post‑launch content, and signaling several potential GOTY contenders as GTA 6 looms—summer is the ideal time to catch up.
Rolling Stone highlights 20 standout games of 2026 so far, mixing indie gems like Cairn and Esoteric Ebb with major titles such as 007 First Light, Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Mina the Hollower, while noting a rough industry year of layoffs, cancellations, and AI-driven price debates, and praising inventive, genre-blending experiences like Titanium Court and Forza Horizon 6.
USA TODAY Sports used Microsoft Copilot to generate a complete first-round mock for the 2026 NBA Draft, basing picks on current reputable mock drafts and latest team intel. The AI consistently projects the top selections (AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer) and shows notable shifts later in the round as new intel emerges. The piece provides a full list of predicted picks with AI reasoning, but notes that AI accuracy can be imperfect and may require prompting adjustments after misassignments.
An alphabetical midyear feature from NME highlighting 25 standout albums released so far in 2026, spanning pop, indie, hip‑hop and more. Each entry gets a concise capsule and a key track, showcasing bold comebacks, ambitious debuts and personal storytelling—from Aldous Harding to Xaviersobased.
Toronto won the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery to claim the No. 1 overall pick, with Calgary at 30, Carolina at 31, and Ottawa at 32 as the new first‑round order after the Stanley Cup Final. The draft is June 26-27 in Buffalo (KeyBank Center), with the first round set and many teams holding multiple picks (Blues, Flames, Sharks, Canucks, Rangers, Kraken, Capitals).
A CBS Sports ranking assesses 17 NFL franchises with longtime championship droughts, predicting the Buffalo Bills as the top contender to end their wait in 2026, followed by the Cincinnati Bengals, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and Los Angeles Chargers in the top five. The list spans droughts dating back to the Cardinals’ 1947 title and through franchises without a Super Bowl win in decades, outlining how roster changes and QB health could influence each team’s championship odds for 2026.
Netflix’s 2026 slate sees nine series canceled (three quietly) while multiple popular shows are renewed, including Emily in Paris, The Lincoln Lawyer, and The Night Agent, with the article breaking down renewals and cancellations through June 14, 2026.
Literary Hub contributor Maris Kreizman bets on books that shaped 2026 so far, pairing fiction, memoir, and essays (Night Night Fawn; Dog Days; On Toni Morrison; A Violent Masterpiece; This Is Where the Serpent Lives; Repetition) with sharp notes on trauma, memory, and the publishing world, and a stated goal of reading more diversely by publisher.