HONOR has launched its Spring Sale at retail stores in South Africa, according to The Citizen. The promotion offers consumers deals on a range of devices from the brand's product ecosystem, including flagship, mid-range and other innovative products. The sale is presented as an opportunity for customers to purchase HONOR devices at reduced prices during the spring season.

Xiaomi is preparing to launch its Redmi 17 smartphone in South Africa, according to htxt.africa. The device is set to go on sale in the country from 11 September, with recommended pricing starting at R6 499. The report, published on 1 September 2026, indicates the launch is expected next week, marking the Chinese manufacturer's latest handset release in the South African market. No further details about the phone's specifications were provided in the report.

Premium Times reports Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8 are now available, with a limited-time offer running until 18 September 2026. Customers who buy either device with a Cover can receive 30% off that accessory, according to the publication. The announcement focuses on availability and the discount, without detailing pricing, specifications, or broader rollout information.

Samsung will discontinue two augmented reality apps for Galaxy phones on December 31, 2026, ending downloads and future support on newer versions of One UI, according to Legit.ng. The report says users should expect the services to stop working after that date, though it does not name the apps or detail any replacements. The change affects Galaxy devices running Samsung’s recent Android-based interface and marks the company’s move away from those AR features.

Apple is set to unveil its latest iPhone at an event scheduled for 9 September, according to htxt.africa. The event will begin at 19:00 South African time, making it accessible for local viewers to follow the announcement live. Details about the new device's features and specifications have not been disclosed in the report.

Sony has unveiled a new addition to its popular wireless headphone lineup, the WH-1000XM4C, according to htxt.africa. The new model builds on the company's well-known 1000X series of noise-cancelling headphones. Consumers in South Africa will have to wait a little longer for the device, as it is expected to become available in the country from November onwards. Specific pricing and feature details were not provided in the initial announcement.