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Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro Max With AI Siri at Fall Event
Apple's new CEO John Ternus showed off the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, alongside a foldable iPhone and Apple Watch Series 12. The Pro models get improved Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features.

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Arrives at $700, Up $50 From Last Year
Samsung's value-priced S26 FE launches with AI camera tools, 120Hz display, and 45W charging—but a $50 price bump raises questions about the "bargain" positioning.

iPhone 15 Ditches Lightning for USB-C, Adds A17 Pro Chip
Apple's iPhone 15 lineup brings USB-C, improved cameras, and the A17 Pro chip. Here's how the new models compare and what's changed from iPhone 14.

Apple Raises iPhone 18 Pro Prices $100; Launches $1,999 Foldable
Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and its first foldable iPhone Duo at its fall event Wednesday. The Pro and Max models jump $100 in price, while the Duo starts at $1,999 with a nearly crease-less display and custom software.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Expected to Get Thinner Design, Camera Upgrades
Apple's next-generation flagship iPhone is expected to arrive in fall 2025 with upgraded cameras, faster processor, and thinner design. Here's what rumors and analyst reports suggest so far.

Apple Introduces iPhone 15 With USB-C, New Chips
Apple's iPhone 15 lineup brings USB-C charging, improved cameras, and the A17 Pro chip. Here's a breakdown of specs, pricing, and which model suits you best.

Samsung Preps Flagship Tablet Push Amid S27 Ultra Rumors
Samsung's next flagship tablet remains unconfirmed, but leaks and market gaps suggest a high-performance device is in development. Here's what rumors point to.

iPhone 18 Pro Brings Variable Aperture Camera, A20 Chip
Apple's latest flagship brings a variable aperture and digital authenticity features, but the design stays nearly identical to last year's model—making it a tough sell for existing iPhone 17 Pro owners.

Apple to Unveil iPhone 18 Pro with Price Hikes Expected in September
Apple is set to launch the iPhone 18 series on September 9, 2026. Reports indicate a significant price increase due to new hardware components.

iPhone EMI Dispute Ends in Tragedy as Maharashtra Teen, Parents Die on Hill
An argument over iPhone instalments ended in death on Friday in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, where an 18-year-old and his parents fell f...

Apple’s iPhone Air 2 Expected in 2026 Lineup Shake-Up
Apple plans to launch at least five new iPhone models between late 2026 and early 2027, including a foldable device and an iPhone Air 2. Production ramp-up signals major redesigns ahead.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Available for Preorder at $1,299
Google’s pixel 11 pro XL is up for preorder at $1,299 and lands in stores August 20, with a 6.8-inch display, 5x zoom and more AI features.

Samsung Ditches Narrow Folds for Wider Tablet-Style Z Fold 8
Samsung's flagship foldable trades its narrow form for a wider aspect ratio and bigger battery. At £1,899, it now competes directly with Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold on design philosophy and price.

South African Aid Officials Accuse Former Board Member of Stealing School Laptops
EASTERN CAPE — Employees at South Africa's national student funding agency have taken the extraordinary step of reporting one of their former bosses to the

Apple iPhone 18 Release Date: Fall Debut Planned with Key Shift
Apple is expected to split its upcoming smartphone launch, releasing the iPhone 18 Pro in September 2026 while pushing other models to early 2027.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Launch Schedule and Key Hardware Specs Leak
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max at a special keynote event on Wednesday, September 9, alongside a new folding iPhone, with retail availability projected for mid-September.

Apple to Unveil iPhone 18 Pro, Facing $100-$200 Price Hikes
Apple's next flagship iPhone launch is scheduled for mid-September, with pricing potentially rising $100–$200 due to chip shortages. A cyber breach at Indian supplier Tata Electronics has leaked specifications as geopolitical tensions reshape global manufacturing.

Apple Skips Standard iPhone 18 This Year, Pushes Launch to Spring 2027
Apple is overhauling its iPhone launch strategy, ditching the traditional September release for the base model. The iPhone 18 Pro and a new foldable device will debut in September 2026, while the standard iPhone 18 arrives spring 2027.

iPhone 18 Release Date Indonesia: What We Know So Far
Apple's next flagship iPhone 18 hasn't been officially announced yet, but here's what the timeline typically looks like for Indonesian launch and where to expect availability.

The Tracker Knew Before She Did: Women Spot Early Pregnancy Signs in Wearable Data
Ravika didn't need a test strip to suspect something had changed. Her wrist told her first — numbers on her fitness tracker drifting out of

OnePlus Exits US and European Smartphone Markets
OnePlus has officially announced its withdrawal from the US and European smartphone markets, leaving millions of loyal users in uncertainty.
# iPhone Call Recording: What’s Possible Within Apple’s Limits
Apple's iPhone offers native call recording through the Phone app and voice memos, but limitations exist. Here's how to record calls legally and which apps work best across iOS 18.

iPhone 15 Sales Fall Short as Consumers Resist Upgrade
Apple's iPhone 15 lineup is underperforming in early sales cycles, with demand cooling as consumers turn to cheaper Android phones and last-generation models. Market analysts say the lack of major hardware upgrades is weighing on purchase decisions.

Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro Max With Faster Chip, Advanced Cameras
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro Max ships with the A19 Pro chip and upgraded camera system. The 6.9-inch display and titanium design remain, but computational photography and AI features mark the biggest leap forward.