Microsoft updated three Surface products, is finally bringing Surface Earbuds to market, and announced two new docking solutions. The changes to the Surface Go 2 are the most significant, with both design and spec updates that make it a serious mobility option, not just an “on-paper” iPad competitor.

Samsung’s mobile enterprise division has been targeting an under-served sweet spot in the SMB/enterprise market with purpose-built devices that are fairly priced and just rugged enough. Samsung’s Galaxy XCover Pro is a slim, rugged smartphone aimed at improving productivity for front-line workers while keeping their IT managers and accountants happy.

As smartphone flagship pricing has broken $1,000, OnePlus continues to chase the latest specs at a discount – however, while its phones remain relative bargains, they are still priced out of reach for more consumers. Offsetting this is a marked expansion in the U.S., where OnePlus now has distribution at two of the three national carriers.

Samsung is broadening its smartphone line in the U.S. with A series phones that have proven popular globally, but the U.S. has not traditionally had a healthy mid-tier smartphone market.

LG has struggled to compete against Apple and Samsung. With the V60 ThinQ 5G and Dual Screen accessory, it is trying to find a happy medium between folding phones, flagship features, and competitive pricing.

AT&T TV is an interesting hybrid combining service-specific hardware, a cable-like user experience that mostly hides Google’s underlying Android TV OS, OTT service delivery, cloud DVR, and two-year contracts.

The new Galaxy S20 positions Samsung well for the future, but at $1000 and up, many will be priced out for now. The S10 is getting discounts to fill the gap. The Galaxy Z Flip is extremely desirable; while it is also seemingly priced for early adopters, it targets customers who value fashion and form factor.

CES can be overwhelming. Techsponential is back from the show with five key trends: Concept Devices; Chinese Firms Undeterred by Trade Environment; TVs as Gigantic IoT Hubs and Gaming Displays; Wearables Are Becoming Medical Devices; IoT Détente …and some mini-trends/show notes

Amazon introduces so many products at its fall events that it’s easy to get lost in the details. This report contains five key takeaways from the event.

This time of year, the tech news comes so fast and furious that it’s tough to keep up and there are bound to be items of real importance to your business that are missed. Here are some of the highlights with summary analysis, including Huawei, Apple, Comcast, Gabb Wireless, KonnectOne, and previews of Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.

I attended today’s Apple Event live and got hands-on with the new iPhones, iPads, and Watches. However, this report isn’t a hands-on or a review, it focuses on the competitive impact of Apple’s announcements. [updated Sept 11 with additional insights and Sept 23 with U1 info]

As Apple launches its next round of mobile hardware, it has two distinctly different challenges: China, and everywhere else

The new Galaxy Watch Active2 adds health features like electrocardiograms and better sleep tracking in a more attractive case than its overly large Galaxy Watch.

This report covers T-Mobile and legacy competitors. A future report will move to Dish and its potential once we get a clearer indication of its investment plans.