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Apple Reseller Reportedly Refuses to Ship Paid MacBook Pro Without Extra Payment
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Apple Reseller Reportedly Refuses to Ship Paid MacBook Pro Without Extra Payment

Rajat Saini · June 29, 2026

A MacBook Pro buyer says an Apple reseller demanded extra payment after Apple’s price hike despite accepting full payment before purchase.

The 16-Inch MacBook Pro Finally Hits A Five-Figure Price Tag
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The 16-Inch MacBook Pro Finally Hits A Five-Figure Price Tag

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

The cost of a fully maxed 16-inch MacBook Pro has now crossed the $10,000 mark. See what hardware upgrades pushed Apple to this new five-figure price tier.

US Expands Import Ban On Chinese Tech Over Security Concerns
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US Expands Import Ban On Chinese Tech Over Security Concerns

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

The US government is expanding its ban on Chinese technology imports. The new FCC rule blocks older surveillance and telecom gear over security concerns.

Leaked Motherboard Image Suggests Huge Speed Boost for the iPhone 18 Pro
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Leaked Motherboard Image Suggests Huge Speed Boost for the iPhone 18 Pro

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

A leaked image of the A20 Pro chip reveals major design changes for the upcoming smartphone, promising better heat control and much faster daily speeds.

Apple Faces Major Hurdles Sourcing Chinese RAM for New iPhones
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Apple Faces Major Hurdles Sourcing Chinese RAM for New iPhones

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

Apple might fail to get US approval to use Chinese memory chips in its new phones, which could trigger massive price increases for upcoming devices.

Apple’s Upcoming iPhone 18e May Not Feature a ProMotion Display
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Apple's Upcoming iPhone 18e May Not Feature a ProMotion Display

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18e will reportedly stick with a standard 60Hz display, missing out on the smooth ProMotion upgrade until at least early 2028.

Apple Could Launch iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable Phone on September 8
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Apple Could Launch iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable Phone on September 8

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

Apple is expected to unveil the new iPhone 18 Pro and its first foldable phone on September 8. Find out when pre-orders start and what to expect on prices.

New License Plate Cameras Might Start Tracking Your iPhone
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New License Plate Cameras Might Start Tracking Your iPhone

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

A new camera tech called SignalTrace links license plates to the wireless signals from your smart devices, creating a digital map of your travel habits.

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Memory Costs Reportedly Increase Fivefold
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Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Memory Costs Reportedly Increase Fivefold

Rajat Saini · June 29, 2026

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro memory costs could pressure upgrade margins as DRAM and flash prices rise sharply amid strong AI demand.

Apple M5 Ultra Mac Studio Will Get Better Cooling For AI Tasks
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Apple M5 Ultra Mac Studio Will Get Better Cooling For AI Tasks

Akshay Kumar · June 29, 2026

Apple is updating its Mac Studio with the M5 Ultra chip and a new heat sink for heavy AI tasks. Discover why it is prioritizing internal cooling upgrades.

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