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China’s Smartphone Market Hits 14-Year Low as Apple and Huawei Grow
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China's Smartphone Market Hits 14-Year Low as Apple and Huawei Grow

Akshay Kumar · October 19, 2026

China smartphone shipments hit a 14-year low in Q3 2026 due to rising memory costs, but Apple and Huawei managed to grow their market share significantly.

Apple’s App Replacement Entitlement lets you move data to a developer’s new app
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Apple's App Replacement Entitlement lets you move data to a developer's new app

Shane Watson · October 19, 2026

When a developer swaps an old app for a new one, an Apple system prompt can now offer to bring your data and settings along.

Apple Watch hypertension alerts reach the Philippines, but not on Series 12
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Apple Watch hypertension alerts reach the Philippines, but not on Series 12

Mike Peterson · October 19, 2026

Filipino Apple Watch owners can now get hypertension alerts, but only on older models. Series 12 and Ultra 4 support is expected next year.

Apple Acquires Audio AI Firm Samplab to Supercharge Logic Pro
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Apple Acquires Audio AI Firm Samplab to Supercharge Logic Pro

Akshay Kumar · October 19, 2026

Apple acquired AI audio firm Samplab to improve Logic Pro. The Zurich-based startup built tools for stem splitting and editing individual notes in chords.

Masked Rioters Loot Apple and Luxury Stores During French Protests
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Masked Rioters Loot Apple and Luxury Stores During French Protests

Akshay Kumar · October 19, 2026

Protests in France about rising living costs turned violent as masked rioters looted two Apple stores and several luxury boutiques across multiple regions.

How to set up HomePod mini 2: an iPhone or iPad on the latest iOS, not a Mac
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How to set up HomePod mini 2: an iPhone or iPad on the latest iOS, not a Mac

Rajat Saini · October 19, 2026

Your Mac can play audio through HomePod mini 2 later, but it cannot set it up. Apple says you need an iPhone or iPad on current software.

Qualcomm Rejects Overheating Claims Around Its Upcoming Flagship Processor
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Qualcomm Rejects Overheating Claims Around Its Upcoming Flagship Processor

Akshay Kumar · October 19, 2026

Qualcomm rejects reports claiming the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 overheats, as Samsung reportedly tests Exynos chips for the Galaxy S27 Ultra.

How Live Caller ID Lookup checks spam numbers without revealing who’s calling
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How Live Caller ID Lookup checks spam numbers without revealing who's calling

Shane Watson · October 19, 2026

A caller ID app can flag a spam call without its server learning which number rang you, your IP address or who you are.

Android Auto Might Soon Let You Use Apps From Your Work Profile
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Android Auto Might Soon Let You Use Apps From Your Work Profile

Akshay Kumar · October 19, 2026

Android Auto might soon add support for work profiles. This new update will let drivers safely receive business notifications and alerts while commuting.

A Leaked iPhone 18 Dummy Reveals A Massive Camera Bump Change
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A Leaked iPhone 18 Dummy Reveals A Massive Camera Bump Change

Akshay Kumar · October 19, 2026

A new leaked dummy unit for the upcoming iPhone 18 reveals a massive camera housing and exposed MagSafe magnets ahead of its rumored spring 2027 release.

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