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iPhone chip strategy becomes geopolitical test for Apple

For Apple, the “heart” of the iPhone is no longer just a matter of technology. It has become a geopolitical calculation, and diversifying the supply chain is no longer an option but a matter of survival.

Three key advantages could help Galaxy Z Fold 8 outpace iPhone Ultra

Samsung Electronics, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 - and possibly even a Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide variant - is facing both its greatest opportunity and its biggest challenge yet in the foldable smartphone race.

Apple prepares AI-powered photo editing leap for iPhone users

Apple is set to overhaul its Photos app with powerful AI tools, promising faster and smarter image editing.

The fall of iPhone Air and the fading appeal of ultra-thin phones

iPhone Air has suffered a significant commercial setback, with weak sales despite repeated price cuts by Apple, causing the vision of ultra-thin smartphones to unravel faster than many had expected.

Apple’s revenue surges on back of its most popular iPhone ever

Apple has forecast stronger-than-expected growth after reporting a standout quarter, powered by the iPhone 17 - described as the most popular iPhone lineup in its history.

Repair costs reshape the smartphone competition

A single unlucky drop onto a hard surface can leave a smartphone severely damaged - and the repair bill that follows may be enough to shock even seasoned users.

iOS 27 set to redefine iPhone with AI, satellite, and smarter Siri

Apple Inc. is preparing to unveil iOS 27 at the upcoming WWDC 2026 on June 8, with a wave of anticipated changes pointing to one of the company’s most ambitious software updates in recent years.

Apple’s 20th anniversary iPhone may erase display borders with ‘liquid glass’

Apple’s 20th anniversary iPhone, expected to launch in 2027, is rumored to bring one of the boldest design breakthroughs since the device first debuted.

First look at iPhone 18 Pro suggests bold innovation

The first real-world image believed to show a prototype of the iPhone 18 Pro has surfaced online, quickly drawing widespread attention from the global tech community.

iPhone 18 Pro pricing rumor surprises amid chip cost surge

Fresh rumors surrounding the pricing of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are drawing attention across the tech world, as Apple appears to be preparing a strategy that runs counter to prevailing market trends.

Tim Cook breaks silence on iPhone cost pressures

Apple’s CEO outlines mounting challenges from surging memory prices, hinting at strategic decisions that may redefine the smartphone market.

Samsung prepares Galaxy S27 Pro as a new ‘mainstream flagship’

Samsung is accelerating development of its next flagship lineup, with the Galaxy S27 Pro shaping up as a compelling alternative to the Ultra model.

Apple faces risk of early iPhone phase-out under new US rules

A proposed FCC regulation could reshape device certification, forcing Apple to rethink how iPhones are tested and sold in the US market.

Can iPhone Ultra turn foldables into Apple’s next big hit?

Expectations for the iPhone Ultra - Apple’s first foldable iPhone - are running exceptionally high. Many believe the device could push foldable phones into the mainstream and quickly dominate the market.

Samsung bets big on Galaxy Z Wide Fold to stay ahead of rivals

The wide-fold design of the Galaxy Z Wide Fold is expected to help Samsung maintain its leadership as competition intensifies in the foldable smartphone segment.

iPhone 18 Pro Max edges closer to a two-day battery goal

Early leaks suggest Apple is preparing significant upgrades in battery capacity and charging speed for its next flagship lineup.

Sony Xperia 1 VIII: a promising return or another missed chance?

The Xperia 1 VIII is all but certain to launch. The real question is whether it can finally become a genuine success for Sony or once again follow a familiar path.

Apple’s foldable iPhone may cost US$2,000 but miss key features

A new wave of leaks reveals bold design choices for Apple’s foldable iPhone, raising questions about whether innovation comes at too high a cost.

Apple’s 20-year iPhone may redefine the premium smartphone

Marking the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, Apple is reportedly preparing a major leap in both design and display technology, aiming to create the most premium iPhone ever released.

Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra leaks with striking new design

A newly leaked set of technical drawings for a foldable iPhone, widely expected to be called the iPhone Ultra, is prompting the tech world to reassess earlier predictions.