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Apple may earn less per iPhone 18 Pro Max despite higher prices

Apple may have little choice but to raise the price of the iPhone 18 Pro Max as component costs surge, although the company could still earn less profit on each device than its predecessor.

Apple accelerates work on its most expensive iPhone ever

Apple is reportedly stepping up preparations for its first foldable iPhone, widely referred to by industry observers as the iPhone Ultra, as the company races to meet an increasingly tight production schedule.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's rumored purple finish wins over Samsung fans

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is expected to arrive in four colors, with leaked images and an online poll suggesting that a new purple finish could become the lineup's most popular option.

Samsung's biggest Galaxy S27 Pro challenge may be its chip

Samsung's rumored Galaxy S27 Pro could fill a gap in its flagship lineup, but using different processors across markets may undermine the "Pro" branding before the phone even launches.

Samsung's Galaxy S27 Ultra battery may disappoint fans

Samsung's next flagship could feature a slightly larger battery, but rumors suggest it may still struggle to close the battery-life gap with Apple's latest iPhone.

Why Apple isn't rushing silicon-carbon batteries for the iPhone

Rumors suggest the iPhone 18 Pro Max will rely on software optimization and a more efficient chip instead of dramatically increasing battery capacity.

Apple may make iPhone 18 Pro Max thicker for bigger upgrades

The iPhone 18 Pro Max could feature a larger battery, upgraded camera and new 2nm chip, even if that means a noticeably thicker design.

Galaxy S27 Ultra leak hints at Samsung's biggest battery upgrade

Samsung is reportedly testing a much larger battery for the Galaxy S27 Ultra, even as the company delays adopting silicon-carbon battery technology.

iPhone 18 Pro Max could rival 7,000mAh Android phones

Apple may be preparing one of the biggest battery upgrades in iPhone history with the rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max, but instead of joining the race toward 7,000mAh batteries, the company appears to be betting on efficiency over capacity.

iPhone 18 Pro could be seen as overpriced at launch

Rumored price increases for the iPhone 18 Pro series are drawing skepticism, with many consumers questioning whether incremental upgrades warrant paying more.

Apple's 20th anniversary could bring its biggest iPhone lineup yet

Apple is rumored to be preparing its most ambitious iPhone lineup yet, with as many as six new models expected to debut during the iPhone's 20th anniversary year in 2027.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra leak hints at Samsung's answer to iPhone Ultra

Samsung is reportedly preparing a major camera upgrade for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, positioning its next premium foldable to compete with Apple's anticipated iPhone Ultra.

Leaked A20 Pro chip could solve iPhone overheating concerns

Fresh leaks suggest Apple is preparing a completely new hardware upgrade that could allow the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max to deliver higher performance while keeping temperatures under much better control.

Apple tipped to unveil foldable iPhone Ultra as iPhone launch schedule changes

Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone this September, but the premium iPhone Ultra may not reach stores until weeks after the iPhone 18 Pro lineup begins shipping.

iPhone 18 Pro appears in alleged real-world video in unprecedented Apple leak

A video reportedly originating from Apple's supply chain has offered what could be the first real-world look at the iPhone 18 Pro, marking one of the rare occasions an iPhone prototype has surfaced publicly ahead of its official launch.

September launch tipped for iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Ultra

Apple is widely expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and the rumored iPhone Ultra in early September, although higher prices could become the biggest talking point.

Seven rumoured upgrades could redefine the iPhone 18 Pro Max

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to arrive this September with a smaller Dynamic Island, a new 2nm chip and a range of AI-powered upgrades.

Apple may stagger iPhone 18 rollout with delayed iPhone Ultra

Apple is widely expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone this September. However, the device may not go on sale immediately after its unveiling alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

Why a thicker iPhone 18 Pro Max camera could be good news

A thicker rear camera on Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max may sound like a design compromise, but new leaks suggest it could pave the way for one of the biggest photography upgrades in years.

AI boom fuels higher PC and smartphone prices through 2027

AI's growing appetite for memory chips is squeezing supplies for consumer devices, with analysts warning that higher prices are likely to persist.