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Samsung and SK hynix factory workers are likely tired of seeing the same faces every day. Apple has reportedly kept executives stationed in hotels near the factories. The memory shortage may impact smartphone prices, prompting the company to lobby for long-term contracts.

A particularly compact MacBook with long battery life and an affordable price tag is expected to help Apple capture the mid-range laptop market during the ongoing DRAM crisis. Analysts now confirm the upcoming launch and provide new details about the exact screen size of this new notebook.

A Ukrainian soldier has posted photos and video of an Apple M1 MacBook Air that reportedly absorbed an artillery shell fragment online. The device’s partially damaged screen can still be scrolled.

Spigen’s Classic C1 case wraps the 2024 Mac Mini M4 in a translucent, Bondi Blue or Tangerine Orange shell that revives the iconic iMac G3 aesthetic while adding scratch protection and improved airflow. With thoughtful ventilation, dust filters, and Lego-like installation, it targets Mac Mini owners looking to blend retro Apple nostalgia with practical desktop protection at a midrange price.

Known-leaker Ice Universe has revealed the screen sizes and aspect ratios of the Apple iPhone Fold and the Samsung Wide Fold. Both phones appear remarkably similar at first glance. However, upon closer inspection, a major design difference starts to appear between the two foldable phones.

The Apple iPhone Fold could become an interesting option for fans of compact smartphones, as a comparison with 3D-printed dummy shows how Apple's first iPhone with a foldable display might compare to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and conventional foldables.

Samsung will be mimicking the first foldable iPhone when it launches not one but two Galaxy Z Fold devices in 2026. It will also copy another feature of the iPhone Fold, or whatever Apple calls its first bendy device.

Word on the grapevine claims the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max could ditch the Dynamic Island found on their predecessors, thanks to under-display Face ID. According to one leaker, though, the phones are unlikely to get any significant design changes.

The new Asus ProArt P16 is easily the most powerful multimedia laptop with Windows. We compare the high-end RTX 5090 SKU with Apple's fastest laptop, the MacBook Pro 16 powered by the M4 Max.

Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite will remain blocked on iOS in Japan, accusing Apple of defying the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act despite formally allowing third-party app stores. CEO Tim Sweeney alleges Apple is preserving its dominance through high “junk fees,” strict reporting requirements, and alarming security prompts, while Apple defends its policies as necessary for user privacy, safety, and platform maintenance.

The iPhone Fold will reportedly be exceptionally compact when closed. According to rumours, it will feature an unconventional aspect ratio paired with a 5.3-inch secondary display. Newly surfaced CAD renders appear to reveal the dimensions of Apple’s first foldable device.

Besides the performance upgrade with the fast Max members of Apple's M-series processor family, upcoming iMacs may feature a big display upgrade. According to industry sources, the peak brightness level will be greatly improved.

The iPad mini 8 is said to feature a significant upgrade in terms of the processor. That, in combination with the OLED screen, could make the device even better value for the compact tablet lovers.

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to receive a more significant design change than previously anticipated, as the latest rumors point to a new and potentially controversial placement of the front camera. The report also contains some details on the upcoming iPhone Fold.

The Apple iMac Pro is set to make a comeback, and could make Apple's all-in-one much more interesting for creative professionals with a larger display and significantly higher performance.

The DRAM crisis is expected to hit the smartphone market hard next year – mid-range smartphones are likely to be equipped with only 4 GB or 6 GB of RAM, while flagship models are expected to become more expensive. In turn, this is likely to have a negative impact on sales of Apple iPhones, Samsung Galaxies and other devices.

A substantial code leak has revealed numerous new features that the Apple iPhone is likely to receive in the coming months. Ranging from a supposed paid Apple Health+ subscription to comprehensive Siri improvements, Apple has big plans for iOS 26 and iOS 27.

Apple seems to have big plans for the coming months, as the code of an internal beta version of iOS 26 reveals codenames for more than 30 new products, ranging from the AirTag 2 and a more affordable MacBook with an iPhone processor to the iPhone Fold.

A reliable leaker has shared new details about Apple's foldable iPhone. Shared months ahead of time, the new information indicates that Apple will return to Touch ID to minimise device thickness on its 7.58-inch foldable rather than using bulky Face ID hardware.

Similar to the iPhone X in 2017, a radically new iPhone design is expected in 2027, intended to celebrate the iPhone's 20-year history. However, Apple's ambitious plans, featuring a completely bezel-less, quadruple-curved display, an invisible front camera and hidden Face ID sensors, may pose a challenge for Samsung and LG, some of whom are already preparing for the 20th-anniversary iPhone.

CheckMag Apple’s iOS 26.2 is positioned as a refinement update following the uneven rollout of earlier versions. In testing, the update focuses on improving overall system responsiveness and day-to-day stability rather than introducing new features. While some inconsistencies remain, iOS 26.2 delivers a more polished experience than its immediate predecessors, making it a notable step forward for the iOS 26 cycle.

Where Winds Meet Mobile has been tested on the iPhone 17 Pro Max, RedMagic 11 Pro, and Apple’s M5-powered iPad Pro in a recent performance comparison by YouTube channel Dame Tech. While all three devices aim for 60 FPS, the test reveals notable differences in optimisation, resolution handling, and gameplay stability across iOS, Android, and iPadOS.

Apple's top-of-the-line AirPods Pro 3 wireless in-ear earbuds have received their biggest discount ever on Amazon after a $50 price cut. The AirPods Pro 3 arrived with new heart-rate monitoring, improved active noise cancellation, live voice translation, and longer-range lost-earbud location detection.

The Apple HomePad hub appears to have leaked again. Information about the smart home device’s integrated camera and ARM chip was recently spotted in official Apple code linked to iOS 26. Plus, the same report suggests that a second smart product could also be found in this source.

New rumours indicate that Apple is preparing to deliver significant changes to the HomePod mini and AirTag with their next releases. While the next HomePod mini is expected to jump multiple chipset generations, the AirTag 2 could have even more improvements up its sleeve.

A new leak has revealed some specs of the next-gen base iPad (2026). Along with a major SoC upgrade, it will also come with Apple's new N1 wireless chip.

The Apple Studio Display has a 60Hz 5K panel, lacks HDR support and is no longer entirely up to date from a technical perspective. The Studio Display Gen 2 now appears to be launching soon and is expected to receive three significant upgrades, according to a new code leak.

CheckMag Early leaks point to notable design and hardware changes for Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17e, including a more modern front layout and upgrades borrowed from the latest flagship models. With Apple expected to keep the starting price the same, the 17e is positioned as a more ambitious entry in the company’s budget line. A launch is rumoured for early 2026.

December has arrived, bringing with it the usual wave of year-end reviews. The smartphone industry hasn’t been this exciting in years. Recently, Europe has even been graced by flagship phones originally expected to launch in 2026, such as the Vivo X300 Pro, OnePlus 15 and Oppo Find X9 Pro. As in previous years, YouTuber MKBHD has unveiled his top smartphone picks for 2025 – though, naturally, not everyone will agree with his choices.

Apple Watch Series 11 smartwatches, available in 42 mm and 46 mm sizes, have dropped to their lowest prices ever on Amazon for the holidays. Both models launched in September 2025 with hypertension detection, more scratch-resistant glass, and longer runtimes compared to the Watch 10.

Rumors about the design of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro have been pretty contradictory so far, but a leaker now suggests that a significant design upgrade is likely. For the first time, Apple is expected to put multiple sensors under the AMOLED panel of the upcoming flagship smartphone.

A new report from GF Securities' Jeff Pu says Apple could manufacture the A22 SoC for base iPhone models on Intel's 14A node. If true, it would be the second Apple chip to leverage Intel Foundry's chipmaking prowess.

Apple has lost a lot of talent to Meta and other Silicon Valley juggernauts lately, and the departures will keep coming. Its inability to craft a solid AI-centric approach may be to blame.

Red Dead Redemption has launched on mobile platforms, and early testing by a popular YouTuber shows notable performance differences across Apple devices. iPhones and iPads vary widely in frame rates and visual quality. Here’s a closer look at how the game runs on Apple hardware.

The Apple AirTag can be tracked worldwide via Apple's "Find My" network and has a battery life of approximately one year. The Elevation Lab TimeCapsule replaces the AirTag's coin cell battery with two AAA batteries, which are expected to provide a battery life of five years.

Amazon has dropped the price of the Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation to their lowest price ever after a substantial 45 percent discount off the MSRP of $179. The AirPods 4 do not go inside the ear canal, providing a more comfortable fit.

Alan Dye, the former chief of Apple's user interface design, has left Apple to work on consumer devices for Meta Platforms Inc. This move follows Apple's AI chief, COO, and hardware lead all stepping down, shaking up the Cupertino company's corporate structure.

The ViewSonic VP88 series is a new range of Thunderbolt 4 monitors that are said to be optimized for Apple Mac computers and laptops. They have 100 W PD support, and the top-end model features a 5K display.

The Apple iPhone 17e is expected to launch in just a few months and will likely be positioned as a more affordable alternative to the iPhone 17, featuring the same processor and long-term software support. Rumors are now suggesting that Apple will give the iPhone 17e a design upgrade.

Since the release of Home Assistant iOS app version 2025.11.0, the company behind the open-source smart home automation software has released several minor updates. One of these brings new functionality for two of its widgets, with the others tackling a range of recent problems.

Apple announced their chief of AI has stepped down on Monday. Filling his shoes is Amar Subramanya, who has held positions in Microsoft's and Google's AI departments. The corporate shift appears to be a reaction to Apple's lackluster AI, dubbed "Apple Intelligence," continually lagging behind competitors.

Luxury brand Caviar has launched its take on Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The new limited-edition models are part of the company’s Secret Love collection and feature high-end artistry.

One of Apple's 2025 laptops, the 13.6-inch MacBook Air with M4 CPU is at its best price ever on Amazon for Black Friday. It comes with a Liquid Retina LED screen, 16 GB RAM, and 256 GB storage.

Renowned industry analyst says Apple could use Intel Foundry for the Apple M7. The chip will likely be the only one to employ Intel's 18AP node, but others may still stick with TSMC.

The race to produce the thinnest smartphone may already be over. Following the commercial failure of the iPhone Air, Apple’s rivals, such as Xiaomi, Vivo and Oppo, have reportedly abandoned or at least revised their plans for ultra-thin devices.

Aqara is rolling out an update for the Panel Hub S1 Plus, a smart home device which launched earlier in 2025. This release brings Apple features to the product, including the Siri voice assistant and support for AirPlay. Plus, the software also includes new intercom and chime-related tools.

For a long time, Samsung dominated the global smartphone market. But the winds appear to be shifting, as 2025 is set to be the year in which Samsung's monopoly finally crumbles. Market experts are certain that Apple will dethrone Samsung and claim the crown for itself.

A new report has outlined several of Apple's alleged upgrades for its next iPad mini release. While the iPad mini 8 is expected to surpass the iPad mini 7 in several areas, the next iPad mini may still come up short when it comes to display refresh rate despite moving to an 8.5-inch OLED panel.