Report: iPhone Air 2 to add dual camera, bigger battery
Apple is expected to unveil the second-generation iPhone Air next spring, according to 9to5Mac, with a dual camera and larger battery in the works.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
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NTT Docomo reopens ahamo site after emergency maintenance
The carrier said it had confirmed the site's safety following a preventive security suspension that began on November 6, 2026.
Source: japan.cnet.com
vivo X500 Ultra tipped for March-April launch with Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
Tipster Digital Chat Station says the X500 Ultra remains on schedule and may be the only Ultra phone in its category this cycle.
Source: gsmarena.com
One UI 9.5 beta build surfaces on Samsung servers for Galaxy S26 Ultra
The firmware, version S948BXXU6ZZK3, is for the Galaxy S26 Ultra only, and Samsung has not announced a beta program or launch date.
Source: engadget.com
Motorola Signature 27 debuts with 12,000-nit display, €1,400 price
Motorola's first GrapheneOS-ready phone opens pre-sales on November 16 in Europe, the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, with Android 17 and 7 years of updates.
Source: gsmarena.com
iPhone Duo hit by 'Crackgate' hinge and inner display defects
Reports say the inner screen can crack while unfolding; Apple has promised free repairs but users cite parts shortages.
Source: techm.kr +1
OnePlus Sets November ColorOS 17 Rollout, 13R First
OnePlus has published a November schedule for ColorOS 17, with the OnePlus 12, Pad 3, Open and Nord models following later in the month.
Source: gsmarena.com
Report details Realme 17 Pro specs with Dimensity 7300
A new report citing industry sources lists a 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED screen and a 10,000 mAh battery for the Realme 17 Pro, unlike an earlier leak.
Source: gsmarena.com
Iosys sells used Xperia 10 VI from 34,800 yen
The NTT docomo version (SO-52E) comes with a three-month warranty; B-rank units with no noticeable scratches cost 38,800 yen.
Source: akiba-pc.watch.impress.co.jp
Leak: Galaxy S27 Ultra Gets Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
A Naver report says the S27 Pro uses the standard Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, while the S27 and S27+ are tipped for Samsung's Exynos 2700.
Source: androidpolice.com
Researcher publishes 4,513 phrases iOS keyboard won't predict
Derik Kauffman used OpenAI's Codex and Anthropic's Claude Code to compile the list, which includes drug references and political phrases.
Source: gizmodo.com
Leaker: Oppo Cancels Find X10 Ultra as Memory Prices Climb
Digital Chat Station says on Weibo that the flagship's planned 200MP main sensor and dual periscope telephoto setup will not reach shelves.
Source: 9to5google.com
Xiaomi 18 listing shows 100W charging, unchanged from predecessor
A 3C certification entry for a Xiaomi phone believed to be the vanilla Xiaomi 18 lists 100W wired charging, the same figure as last year's model.
Source: gsmarena.com
iPhone HDMI video cuts out on lock screen in iOS 27, users report
GSMArena replicated the bug in YouTube and Netflix, while VLC kept playing on a locked iPhone; iOS 27.2 reportedly does not fix it.
Source: gsmarena.com
iPhone Duo adds Apple Pencil (USB-C) support in iOS 27.2
A TechRadar report says pen input works on both the 5.4-inch outer and 7.6-inch inner displays, though the stylus must be connected by cable.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple says 100,000+ apps now optimized for iPhone Duo
Apple says optimized apps carry a Made for iPhone Duo badge on their App Store pages, with thousands of titles added daily.
Source: gsmarena.com +2
KT halts new 3G sign-ups and non-HD Voice LTE changes from 2 November 2026
KT is offering free replacement handsets or bill discounts to affected users, following SK Telecom's August 2026 move.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
NTT docomo probes breach; up to 300,000 customer records may leak
Unauthorized access to docomo Online Shop and My docomo was detected on November 4, and both services have been under emergency maintenance since November 5.
Source: gamebusiness.jp
iOS 27.3 beta adds narrower keyboard for iPhone Duo outer screen
The beta update also brings Reachability to the outer display, shifting content left or right for one-handed use, according to 9to5mac.com.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Sekoia Ties iPhone and Android Spy Campaign to APT29
Sekoia's 'Poisoned Source' report says compromised sites and a tampered Plerdy analytics script pushed exploit code to visitors' devices.
Source: dailysecu.com
Qualcomm to supply Starlink Mobile with 5G gear for US network
Equipment will be installed at tens of thousands of US macro cell sites starting in 2027; the companies did not disclose the contract value.
Source: aitimes.com +2
TVING posts 120.5 billion won revenue, 7.2 billion won Q3 loss
CJ ENM said subscriber growth and higher ad sales lifted TVING's revenue despite fewer KBO games and gaps in its originals lineup.
Source: techm.kr
Survey: Nearly 40% of iPhone Duo Buyers Back Out Over Screen Durability
An Android Authority survey of 2,093 people found screen breakage concerns drove nearly 40% to withdraw, as analysts point to the hinge.
Source: techm.kr
Qualcomm Q4 revenue falls 8% as Samsung chip share target tops 70%
Qualcomm posted fiscal 2026 fourth-quarter revenue of $10.322 billion and said its target share of Samsung's next-generation Galaxy chips now exceeds 70%.
Source: techm.kr
Apple drops Siri AI waitlist in iOS 27 except at peak demand
Apple says Siri AI now downloads automatically after users tap 'Try Siri AI (Beta)' in Settings, with waitlists reserved for high-demand periods.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Apple adds Reachability to iPhone Duo in iOS 27.3 beta
The iOS 27.3 developer beta lets iPhone Duo owners shift the internal display's content with a short swipe to reach the whole interface one-handed.
Source: appleinsider.com
Leaker: Anniversary iPhone Pro to keep Dynamic Island cutout
Digital Chat Station says Face ID is expected to stay, so the redesigned Pro model will retain the display cutout rather than go hole-free.
Source: 9to5mac.com +1
Galaxy A38 leak points to 6,000mAh battery and price above $500
Galaxy Club reports a rated 5,882mAh cell for the Samsung Galaxy A38, with a 6,000mAh typical figure expected in marketing.
Source: gizmodo.com
iPhone Duo Expands StandBy to Work Whenever Idle, Adds Vertical Mode
Apple's iPhone Duo lets StandBy run whenever the device is not in use, not only while charging, and introduces a vertical StandBy option.
Source: appleinsider.com
Apple releases iOS 27 with AI tools across Siri, Safari and Wallet
The update supports iPhone 11 and later and adds a beta Siri AI that can draw on messages, emails and photos.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
LG Uplus SIM swap reaches 43% of subscribers
About 7.47 million SIM replacements have been completed, and 620,000 of them came through automatic updates started on October 22, ZDNet Korea reports.
Source: zdnet.co.kr
Report: Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra to get upgraded Privacy Display
SamMobile says both models will also offer higher display brightness for reading in direct sunlight.
Source: gsmarena.com
Oppo Reno17 and Reno17 Pro Leak: 50MP Periscope, 8000mAh Battery
A Weibo tip from Digital Chat Station claims both Reno17 models get a 50MP periscope telephoto camera, with the standard model tipped for an 8,000mAh battery.
Source: gsmarena.com
Galaxy Z Fold8 sales climb over 20% after iPhone Duo Korea launch
Samsung also extended sign-ups for its New Galaxy AI Subscription Club to November 30, according to inews24.com.
Source: inews24.com
SpaceX in talks to acquire Boost Mobile parent EchoStar
SpaceX has weighed a takeover or network-use deal with EchoStar, which runs Boost Mobile, as it seeks spectrum and cell sites for a US network.
Source: aitimes.com
Samsung extends Galaxy AI Subscription Club sign-ups to November 30
The extension follows a rise of more than 20% in Galaxy Z Fold 8 domestic sales in the week after Apple's iPhone Duo launch, etnews.com reports.
Source: etnews.com
Google lists Android Family Hub in Play services v26.43 notes
Google's System Services release notes name the Family Hub alongside Google Play services v26.43, but do not say which devices will get it.
Source: androidauthority.com
Woori Bank launches two MVNO plans for small business owners
The plans cost up to 3,300 won less per month than existing Woori WON Mobile options with the same data, and include Kkul Money point rewards.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr +1
Google to launch Quick Share SDK for Android and iOS next year
The software kit will let developers embed Quick Share and Tap to Share in their own apps on both platforms, Google said at its Android Dev Summit.
Source: androidpolice.com
KT M Mobile's mobi eSIM service wins main prize at Red Dot 2026
The app was redesigned to simplify eSIM purchase, registration and activation, with design work by agency THE FIFTY ONE.
Source: datanet.co.kr
Apple says iPhone Duo still supply-constrained on earnings call
Apple also said it is deepening its partnership with titanium producer Perryman for materials for the foldable iPhone Duo.
Source: techcrunch.com
Apple posts record fiscal Q4 revenue of $114.477 billion
iPhone revenue rose 17.5% to $57.583 billion and Services hit an all-time quarterly record, according to techm.kr.
Source: techm.kr +5
Opensignal report: au tops 10 categories, docomo and SoftBank take four each
au led the October 2026 Japan Mobile Network Experience Report, with Rakuten Mobile taking upload speed honours, according to ascii.jp.
Source: ascii.jp
Apple posts $114.4 billion in first results under CEO John Ternus
The quarter included launches of the iPhone 18 Pro, Mac updates, a smart home refresh and the iPhone Duo, with the financial effect expected in Q1.
Source: appleinsider.com +3
iOS 27.2 adds customizable Suggested Actions to Messages
The Apple Intelligence feature suggests calendar events, reminders and more under messages, with five toggles in Settings.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Apple CEO Ternus: Apple won't ship AI for AI's sake
In a 30-minute Wired interview, John Ternus said users should not need to care whether a feature is powered by AI or conventional software.
Source: aitimes.com
Engadget names Galaxy S26 Ultra top Android rival to iPhone 18 Pro Max
The comparison praises Samsung's balance of performance and software, but says Apple's flagship still leads on video quality and chip speed.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Global smartphone shipments fall 20% in Q3 2026 as Samsung holds top spot
Samsung shipped 57.8 million units and grew its share to 23%, while total shipments of 254.7 million were the lowest for a third quarter since 2013, Omdia said.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
KT to end new 3G sign-ups, offers free handsets to move users to LTE, 5G
KT will stop accepting 3G number transfers and device changes and is offering free replacements among three handsets, plus 24-month fee discounts.
Source: techm.kr
Samsung Brings Victory Selfie to Youth Olympics for First Time
Samsung Electronics is at the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games as the IOC's wireless communications partner, with Galaxy S26 Ultra phones also used to cover skateboarding and taekwondo.
Source: inews24.com
Nothing Phone (4b) Gets Livestream Comparison on November 2, 2026
The episode sets the sub-60,000-yen phone against the Nothing Phone (4a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Lite using actual devices.
Source: ascii.jp
AI bots reportedly grab iPhone Duo pickup stock in seconds
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports resellers are using automated bots to buy newly available iPhone Duo units for in-store pickup, with eBay listings fetching double retail.
Source: gizmodo.com
Honor 700 series tipped for 200mm teleconverter, reservations soon
Weibo tipsters say both Honor 700 models will support a 200mm teleconverter, while reservations for the series are set to open shortly, according to GSM Arena.
Source: gsmarena.com
iOS 27 users report Apple Intelligence taking about 15GB of storage
Some iPhone owners say the space stays occupied even after disabling the feature, according to gsmarena.com.
Source: gsmarena.com
CNET's Fold-a-Phone Hits 160,000 Folds on iPhone Duo
CNET says its durability machine reached the mark as of 7 a.m. ET on October 31, and it will stream the ongoing test on YouTube.
Source: cnet.com
MTS CEO to visit Korea for 5G partnership talks at December events
Inessa Galaktionova will attend Mobile Korea 2026 and 6G Vision Festa 2026 in Songdo, with CTO Viktor Belov speaking on physical AI on December 11.
Source: etnews.com
Pixel 9 Pro Fold repair reportedly returns as Pixel 11 Pro Fold
A Reddit user says Google is replacing a sent-in Pixel 9 Pro Fold with a 512GB Pixel 11 Pro Fold, double the original 256GB storage.
Source: androidpolice.com
Lava to raise India smartphone prices by up to INR3,000 on November 15
The Indian maker links the revision to ongoing memory shortages and has not disclosed per-model increases.
Source: gsmarena.com
Nippon Communications Delays Full MVNO Launch to Spring 2027
The operator cited technical problems interconnecting with voice carriers, pushing its Neo Carrier service back about five months from November 24, 2026.
Source: ascii.jp
SK Telecom, LG Uplus to Post Q3 2026 Results on November 4
KT has not yet set a date for its own Q3 2026 earnings announcement, according to techm.kr.
Source: techm.kr
Android 17 QPR3 Beta 3 Rolls Out to Pixel With 26 Bug Fixes
The update restores native app lock and lock screen blur, and adds bubble launching from Recents plus a Quick Settings camera tile.
Source: androidpolice.com
Nothing OS 5.0 with Android 17 rolls out to Phone (4a) and (3a) series
The stable update reaches the Phone (4a), (4a) Pro, (3a) and (3a) Pro in stages, with the Phone (2a) line set for mid-November.
Source: gsmarena.com
NTT Docomo's Docomo Mail hit by hour-long outage
NTT Docomo said a communications equipment failure disrupted Docomo Mail on 30 October 2026 and service was restored at around 17:52.
Source: k-tai.watch.impress.co.jp
Lemino paid memberships top 3 million after WOWOW-Docomo relaunch
WOWOW Lemino says the streaming service passed 3 million paying subscribers on October 30, 2026, weeks after its joint-business relaunch.
Source: av.watch.impress.co.jp
Google Store cuts up to $350 off Pixel 11 series and Watch 5
Amazon and Best Buy are matching the Google Store discounts, which run through November 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.
Source: 9to5google.com
Galaxy S27 to keep 25W wired charging, DEMKO listing shows
A Danish DEMKO certification lists the Galaxy S27 at 9V DC and 2.77A, roughly 25W maximum wired charging, matching its predecessors.
Source: androidpolice.com
Motorola Signature 27 specs surface in hands-on video before November 5 launch
The video lists a 6.8-inch tandem OLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset and up to 1TB of storage.
Source: 9to5google.com
Tipster: Galaxy Z Fold9 to bring back under-display camera
A single-source rumor says Samsung's next book-style foldable targets 3.9mm unfolded and 7.9mm folded, with Apple's iPhone Duo in its sights.
Source: gsmarena.com
HMD Pulse Pro 2nd Edition listed in Thailand at THB 4,990
A Thai retailer listing names the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage and dual 50MP cameras for the refreshed phone.
Source: gsmarena.com
Motorola Signature 27 hits Geekbench ahead of November 5 launch
A Geekbench 7.1 listing shows the Signature 27 scoring 3,313 single-core and 11,088 multi-core points with 12GB of RAM and Android 17.
Source: gsmarena.com
Researcher publishes Android 'SMS of Death' exploit after October patch
The zero-click flaw, CVE-2026-58882, is fixed for Android 14 to 17 in the October 2026 updates but was left out of Google's security bulletin.
Source: bleepingcomputer.com
Android 17 reaches only about 1% of devices since June release
Android 16 is now the most-used Android version at 25.4% of active devices, according to distribution data from heise.de via Android Studio.
Source: zdnet.com
Samsung ads mock iPhone Duo screen cracks to push Galaxy Z Fold 8
Regional Samsung accounts in Canada, Malaysia, Australia and Saudi Arabia posted the ads, which point buyers toward the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Source: 9to5google.com
Orange to seek compensation from Nokia over core network outage
Orange France CEO Jérôme Hénique said a Nokia software fault caused a chain of failures, not a cyberattack or 5G SA migration.
Source: zdnet.co.kr
Samsung ad mocks iPhone Duo, says Galaxy Z Fold 8 is thinner
Samsung's Instagram spot 'Slice' chops up an apple to needle Apple's first foldable and credits Flex Titanium and silicon-carbon batteries for the Z Fold 8's build.
Source: cnet.com
Apple to start Apple Intelligence testing in China on November 4
Apple says the China rollout will include Qwen integration in Siri, Writing Tools and Visual Intelligence, with public availability in December via iOS 27.3.
Source: 9to5mac.com +2
Ice Universe: No sign of Exynos 2700 in European Galaxy S27 Ultra
The tipster says Europe still has no indication of Samsung's own chip, while the Korean model's chipset remains undecided.
Source: gsmarena.com
Android SMS flaw can cut calls; fix only on Android 14+
Security researcher Mark Blaszczyk found a WAP Push SMS attack that can disconnect calls and disable phones, according to GSM Arena.
Source: gsmarena.com
Apple tops Nvidia as world's most valuable company at $5.03 trillion
Apple closed October 30 at $344.63 per share, edging past Nvidia's $4.93 trillion valuation, according to AppleInsider.
Source: appleinsider.com
Apple's iOS 27.2 Fixes CoreMedia Flaw Allowing Camera Access
Apple says CVE-2026-86990, found in the CoreMedia framework, was addressed with improved access restrictions and no indication of exploitation.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Android 17 Hits Just 1% of Active Devices Four Months After Release
Android 16 leads the latest distribution figures at 25.4%, while 43.6% of devices still run Android 13 or older, according to updated data.
Source: howtogeek.com
Oppo Reno17 F 5G cleared by Thailand's NBTC with model code CPH3013
The Thai listing adds no specs beyond the model number, following earlier BIS and TKDN certifications for the phone.
Source: gsmarena.com
iOS 27.3 Beta Reportedly Starts November 2, Final Release Mid-December
Apple's next point update is expected to add Siri AI languages announced this week and a revamped Health app, per 9to5Mac.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Samsung launches Galaxy A18 LTE in Korea at 425,700 won
The budget phone packs a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, a 50-megapixel main camera and Google's Gemini AI features.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
TechRadar names iPhone 18 Pro smartphone of the year
The award, announced on 28 October 2026, credits the iPhone 18 Pro's camera, performance, OLED display, battery life and iOS 27 Siri upgrades.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Samsung Display, LG Display post Q3 2026 results as OLED race widens
Samsung Display's operating profit rose 8% year-on-year, while LG Display's profit turned positive quarter-on-quarter on 12% sequential revenue growth.
Source: techm.kr
Samsung posts 107.4 trillion won Q3 operating profit
Samsung Electronics says it is the first global ICT company to top 100 trillion won in quarterly operating profit, with record revenue of 195.3 trillion won.
Source: techm.kr +3
Korea fines Google 42.9 billion won, Apple 20.81 billion won over app payments
The Broadcasting Media Communications Committee ordered both companies to allow external payment links and revise app review procedures after its first enforcement under the 2021 law amendment.
Source: inven.co.kr +2
SK Telecom Invites 1,299 Long-Term Customers to Chicago Musical
SK Telecom is taking applications through the T Membership app until November 17 for the December 8 performance, as KT and LG Uplus also run customer events.
Source: techm.kr
Ridibooks to compensate purchased content if service ends from November 3
The e-book platform's revised terms rename its refund clause and explicitly cover e-books and subscription passes, following a Korea Consumer Agency recommendation.
Source: techm.kr
iPhone 18 Pro series sales up 3.1% globally in first three weeks
Counterpoint Research data shows China sales jumped 29% year-on-year, while the US and Japan recorded declines.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold8 campaign with K-pop group RESCENE
Samsung said the campaign targets female customers in their teens and twenties through RESCENE's everyday use of the Galaxy Z Fold8.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Counterpoint: iPhone Duo early supply under 6 million units
Counterpoint Research director Tarun Pathak told CNBC that early demand for Apple's foldable iPhone Duo will exceed supply.
Source: inews24.com
Apple offers iPhone Duo replacements over inner display issue
Apple says the problem affects very few units and appears early in use, and advises affected owners to contact AppleCare.
Source: gamebusiness.jp
Samsung to gray out unapproved apps on Galaxy devices in 2027
The parental control feature, arriving with the next One UI update, covers both preinstalled apps and apps a child has already downloaded.
Source: androidauthority.com
Leaker: iPhone 18e to get A20 chip, few other changes
Digital Chat Station claims on Weibo that the iPhone 18e will use an A20 processor and may resemble the iPhone 18 more closely than the 17e did the 17.
Source: appleinsider.com +2
CNET's folding machine streams iPhone Duo durability test
CNET built a rig that folds the iPhone Duo about 900 times an hour and streamed the run over five days, as durability tests become a trend.
Source: automaton-media.com
LG Innotek Q3 2026 revenue tops 6 trillion won, profit falls 53.4%
Operating profit dropped to 94.8 billion won as a falling won-dollar exchange rate squeezed margins, according to techm.kr.
Source: techm.kr
Samsung Fined 20 Billion Won Over GOS Advertising
South Korea's Fair Trade Commission ruled Samsung's gaming-performance ads misleading and ordered corrective measures; Samsung vows to challenge the decision in court.
Source: techm.kr +1
TechRadar compares iPhone Duo and Galaxy Z Fold 8 specs
The comparison covers display creasing, weight, IP ratings, multitasking limits and pricing for both foldables.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple offers replacements for iPhone Duo inner screen defects
Apple says a small number of its $1,999 foldable show inner display problems and directs affected buyers to AppleCare for a new unit.
Source: aitimes.com
Apple ships 27.2 updates with Siri AI memory and Korean support
The OS updates let Siri AI recall earlier conversations and draw on photos, calendars and Safari history; five new languages are added.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
iPhone Duo hinge cracks reported days after October 23 launch
Users in the US, Australia and China say the inner display cracked along the hinge during normal opening and closing; Apple has not commented.
Source: gamebusiness.jp
T-Mobile unveils T-Mix plans with swappable Picks
T-Mix Standard starts at $55/month and T-Mix Loaded at $95/month, with perks customers can swap up to four times a year.
Source: gsmarena.com
Apple ships iOS 27.2 with more than 130 security fixes
The update blocks apps from reaching the camera without permission and closes gaps that exposed private user data, Apple said.
Source: appleinsider.com
Apple releases iOS 27.2 with new Siri AI languages and iPhone Duo Pencil support
The update also brings a black-and-white Apple Music icon, Suggested Actions in Messages and new Podcasts sections, according to 9to5mac.com.
Source: 9to5mac.com +1
Engadget names Galaxy Z Fold 8 closest Android rival to iPhone Duo
Engadget's comparison of Apple's first foldable with US Android rivals puts the Galaxy Z Fold 8's 5.5-inch cover screen and 201g weight near the iPhone Duo's 5.4-inch, 255g build.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Meta launches personal AI agent Muse in Japan
Meta Muse, which reads email, messages and calendars, topped Japan's free iPhone app ranking by late October 25, Impress Watch reports.
Source: watch.impress.co.jp
iFixit teardown gives iPhone Duo 5/10 repairability score
The score is the highest iFixit has handed a foldable, though display repairs remain costly and dust still gets inside.
Source: theverge.com
iFixit Gives iPhone Duo 5/10 Repairability Score, Best Yet for a Foldable
The teardown found the outer screen and several battery cells easy to remove, but replacing the inner screen or hinge remains costly and difficult.
Source: techradar.com +1
iPhone Duo hinge fault suspected in repeat screen cracks
A sheared-off hinge part was shown in a YouTube video as reports describe iPhone Duo screens cracking from the crease line to the edge.
Source: appleinsider.com
OnePlus 15 gets stable ColorOS 17 update in India
OnePlus has started pushing the stable ColorOS 17 build, based on Android 17, to the OnePlus 15 in India. Global availability is not yet confirmed.
Source: gsmarena.com
YouTuber pins iPhone Duo screen cracks on thin hinge link
CuriousHagi reproduced the crack in durability testing, then disassembled the foldable and found a broken middle linking hinge.
Source: theverge.com
NTT Docomo restores Area Mail emergency alerts after PHP fix
The service went back online at 20:01 on October 25, 2026, after maintenance that began around 19:30 on October 23 to address a PHP vulnerability.
Source: k-tai.watch.impress.co.jp
iPhone Duo Arrives With Uneven App Support on Day One
Some iPhone Duo buyers are unboxing the foldable today, while others wait until January, and several apps show unused space on its displays.
Source: cnet.com
ICH says iPhone Duo orders lift Q4 foam supply past plan
The Korean materials firm says fourth-quarter supply for Apple's first foldable phone will more than double its plan, reaching about 2 billion won a month.
Source: bloter.net
Samsung cuts Q4 Galaxy A output plan by about 20%
Samsung Electronics told suppliers it will build roughly 10 million fewer Galaxy A units in Q4, shifting parts to Galaxy S and Galaxy Z.
Source: etnews.com
Kakao plans December closed beta for Kanana Space AI
Kakao will test its KakaoTalk AI service in December, which responds to voice and text requests via the character Ryan.
Source: etnews.com
REDMAGIC 12 Pro+ debuts with 185Hz display and 8400mAh battery
The gaming phone adds an under-display camera at 185Hz, a 700Hz shoulder-trigger sampling rate and a Golden Saga 24GB+1TB variant.
Source: ascii.jp
Huawei Pura 90 Plus pre-orders open with Kirin 9025
Huawei has opened pre-orders in China ahead of the October 28 launch, and a retail unit lists 12GB of RAM, HarmonyOS 7 and the Kirin 9025 chipset.
Source: gsmarena.com
SoftBank restores quake and tsunami alerts in Emergency Alert Mail
Earthquake early warnings and tsunami warnings are flowing again, but government disaster and evacuation messages remain paused until October 26.
Source: k-tai.watch.impress.co.jp
Samsung retakes India smartphone lead with 17% share in Q3 2026
Counterpoint Research says India's overall smartphone shipments fell 20% year on year, the lowest level in ten years.
Source: zdnet.co.kr +1
iPhone Duo launch brings store sellouts and January shipping dates
Apple's first foldable went on sale October 23 in the US, Europe and Asia, with a New Jersey store clearing two storage tiers in 30 minutes.
Source: aitimes.com
NTT Docomo launches Hakone Ekiden card designs with 6% points pledge
Users who set the Hakone Ekiden design and collect d Points trigger a matching contribution from Docomo, with no points deducted from users.
Source: k-tai.watch.impress.co.jp
LG Display patents OLED wiring design for under-display cameras
The US patent, registered October 20, covers a transparent wiring structure aligned with cathode openings to cut light loss to sensors beneath the screen.
Source: inews24.com
Apple details opt-in iOS 27 scam-detection feature
Impersonation Risk Detection returns an Unknown, Medium or High risk level to apps, and Apple says it never receives the data behind it.
Source: zdnet.com
Android attaches your phone number to every Google account
Google's own support pages say number verification runs by default at setup, a change Android Authority dates to between August and October 2025.
Source: engadget.com
Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max launch globally from €1,300
The Find X10 Pro Max packs a 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset and triple 200MP cameras, but European units get smaller 7,150mAh batteries.
Source: gsmarena.com
OnePlus Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro colors revealed before October 29 launch
OnePlus showed both phones in all their color options on October 24, with the Ace 7 Pro powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
Source: gsmarena.com
JerryRigEverything puts iPhone Duo through destruction test
The YouTube channel published a durability and destruction video early Saturday, shortly after Apple's iPhone Duo launch, according to AppleInsider.
Source: appleinsider.com +1
vivo S70 leak points to 64MP periscope camera and Snapdragon 8s chip
A Weibo tipster says the unannounced vivo S70 will use a Sony LYT610 periscope telephoto sensor and a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, with a launch rumoured next month.
Source: gsmarena.com
September Pixel Drop Refines Pixel VIPs, Adds WhatsApp
Tapping a VIP contact in the widget now opens their information page directly, and WhatsApp joins Google Messages, Meet and Maps.
Source: howtogeek.com
iPhone Duo sells out in several markets on first day
Apple's first foldable phone launched on October 23, 2026, with online delivery estimates slipping to late January.
Source: bloter.net
Motorola edge 70 fusion launches in Japan with 7,000mAh battery
Motorola Mobility Japan's new handset pairs a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip with 68W fast charging and a 144Hz AMOLED display, priced at 79,800 yen.
Source: pc.watch.impress.co.jp
Oppo Unveils Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max With 200MP Cameras
The Find X10 Pro Max packs three 200MP rear cameras, a 2nm MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip and an 8000mAh silicon-carbon battery.
Source: k-tai.watch.impress.co.jp +2
vivo Y600 hits China Telecom database with 10,000 mAh battery
The listing for model V2607A also shows a 6.83-inch screen, a Dimensity 7300e chipset and Android 16 with OriginOS 6, ahead of its October 30 launch.
Source: gsmarena.com
Samsung teases Galaxy Z Fold8 tie-up with RESCENE
Samsung posted a black-and-white teaser on Instagram and X but has not said what form the RESCENE collaboration will take.
Source: inews24.com
Apple's iPhone Duo foldable launches October 23 with overnight queues
Apple's first foldable phone drew overnight lines from London to Seoul, while online delivery estimates slipped to January within minutes.
Source: inews24.com
Android 17 lets Pixel users bubble up to five apps
Google's Pixel phones are first to get the Android 17 bubble feature, which keeps apps as floating icons on the screen edge.
Source: zdnet.com
RedMagic OS 12 rollout for 11 Pro and 11S Pro starts in December in China
The Android 17-based update also reaches the Gaming Tablet 5 Pro in January, with older RedMagic 10 series models and the 11 Air scheduled for March.
Source: gsmarena.com
Galaxy S27 Ultra and S27 Pro batteries surface in Korean certification
Certification images show battery packs labeled EB-BS958DBY and EB-BS957CBY, reportedly tied to Samsung's next flagship models.
Source: androidpolice.com +1
CNET starts iPhone Duo durability test, livestream set for Monday
CNET bought an iPhone Duo in Louisville and loaded it into its Fold-a-Phone machine, with a YouTube livestream of the testing planned for Monday.
Source: cnet.com
Buyer reports iPhone Duo inner screen cracked hours after launch-day pickup
Reddit moderators verified photos and Apple documents showing damage along the hinge, and Apple replaced the unit at a store.
Source: japan.cnet.com +6
Apple Seeks Developer Input on Safari Layout for iPhone Duo Outer Display
Apple's Jen Simmons said in a WebKit blog post about Safari 27.1 that the company is exploring a more reliable approach than viewport-fit="cover".
Source: 9to5mac.com
Apple launches iPhone Duo foldable with MLB app built for it
The baseball app splits the unfolded screen between a livestream and live box scores; MLB began work after Apple's September 9 announcement.
Source: techradar.com
Apple Releases DIY Repair Manuals for iPhone Duo on Launch Day
Guides cover component replacement, hinge, Touch ID and display troubleshooting, but genuine parts are not yet sold through Self Service Repair.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Apple's foldable iPhone Duo shown to press at Seoul hands-on
The iPhone Duo was demonstrated at Apple Myeongdong, with Apple's third event in about two months set for Los Angeles on 28 October.
Source: inews24.com
iPhone Duo owners report inner screens cracking near crease
Some early buyers say damage appeared within hours of receiving the $2,000 foldable, with the first reports coming from China and Australia.
Source: androidauthority.com +1
Iosys sells unused 256GB iPhone 17 for 149,800 yen
The Japanese retailer's limited-time offer covers the SIM-free A3519 model in five colours, with a six-month warranty, and runs until Monday the 26th.
Source: akiba-pc.watch.impress.co.jp
China Phone Shipments Hit 14-Year Low as Apple Climbs to Second
Counterpoint Research says Apple took 19.5% of China's smartphone shipments in Q3 2026, up 4.8 points, while the overall market fell 10%.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Apple must open iPhone to alternative app stores in Australia
The October 23, 2026 episode of 9to5Mac Daily also covered MacBook Pro redesign advantages and developer support for the iPhone Duo.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Samsung Certified Re-Newed phones arrive on Amazon US from $490
Galaxy S24 and S25 series refurbished units are now listed on Amazon.com, with prices ranging from $490 to $1,030.
Source: gsmarena.com
Google Phone beta hints at compact photo option for Calling Cards
A teardown of Google Phone beta reveals an in-development Compact photo option with four color presets, but the feature is not yet functional.
Source: androidauthority.com
Apple publishes iPhone Duo support guides covering hinge and case fixes
The documents address hinge faults, a display-shifting setting for Apple's new case, and touch input on the foldable.
Source: 9to5mac.com
iPhone Duo Sells Out at Apple Stores Minutes After Launch
Apple's first foldable, priced from $1,999, sold out at several stores before their 8 a.m. openings, with shipping estimates stretching to January 29.
Source: cnet.com
Apple releases iPhone Duo with optimized Netflix, Instagram apps
Apple says Netflix, Instagram, Prime Video and Microsoft Word are among the apps built for the iPhone Duo's dual displays.
Source: k-tai.watch.impress.co.jp
Apple tests Face ID under external display on iPhone Duo 2 prototypes
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports the feature is being tested on prototype foldables, after the first-generation iPhone Duo used Touch ID on the power button.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Korea's three carriers start iPhone Duo sales on October 23
SK Telecom, KT and LG Uplus opened Apple's foldable iPhone Duo on October 23, with the 256GB Star White model the top seller across all three.
Source: techm.kr +2
Korean MVNOs Push 10-Won Plans as Prices Jump Later
A review of 알뜰폰허브 listings shows some ultra-cheap promotional plans rising to 40,000–50,000 won per month once discounts end.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Google flags Android clock errors as Canada switches time rules
Phones on outdated software may fall back an hour when permanent daylight saving time starts on November 1, Google says.
Source: androidauthority.com
Apple said to lift iPhone Duo first-year target to 14 million units
Supply chain sources cited by Nikkei Asia say the order rose 44% from 9.7 million, with Foxconn and component makers given updated instructions.
Source: gsmarena.com
One Razr Ultra 2025 user reports Android 17 update
A single owner of the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 says the Android 17 update arrived on their unlocked AT&T model, but other users have not reported it.
Source: androidpolice.com
Apple Sets 'Pro and tell' Event as iPhone Duo Hands-On Appears
9to5Mac hosts previewed the upcoming Apple event and tested the unlaunched foldable iPhone Duo, plus the HomePod Sound Glow feature.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Delta 2.0 adds iPhone Duo support and EU App Store debut
Delta 2.0 brings Sega Genesis support, custom Pokémon DLC, a Liquid Glass redesign and its first release on the EU App Store.
Source: theverge.com +1
iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable, launches in South Korea
The foldable iPhone ships without a telephoto camera and uses Touch ID on the side button, while the USB-C Apple Pencil is the only stylus it supports.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr +1
Leak: OnePlus Turbo Pro tipped for year-end with 200MP camera
A Weibo tipster says the phone would share the OnePlus 16's screen, camera and battery size but use an unannounced Qualcomm SM8845 Pro chipset.
Source: gsmarena.com
iPhone Duo to miss new Reachability feature at October 23 launch
Apple will add a horizontal version of Reachability to the iPhone Duo in the second half of the year, after the phone goes on sale.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple limits iPhone Duo walk-in stock on October 23 launch day
Apple says walk-in availability will be limited in 14 countries, while buyers in France, China, Japan and other markets need a reserved pickup slot.
Source: gsmarena.com
Apple installs giant iPhone Duo models at Fifth Avenue store
The black-wrapped structures appeared ahead of Friday's launch, as Apple confirmed limited walk-in stock at US stores.
Source: 9to5mac.com
Korean apps unveil iPhone Duo foldable layouts at October 21 showcase
KakaoTalk, Naver Band, Naver Webtoon, Naver Series, VLLO and games including Unluckily Lucky Game and Mabinogi Mobile presented Duo-optimized features, according to techm.kr.
Source: techm.kr
Privacy watchdog flags rise in suspected data-breach evidence destruction
Commission chair told a National Assembly audit that precise evidence for criminal referrals is rare, but suspected cases are likely more numerous.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple taps US suppliers for about 100 iPhone 18 Pro, Duo parts
Apple will invest up to $100 million over three years in Pennsylvania titanium maker Perryman for the iPhone Duo's exterior.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Samsung Week 2026 Opens in 63 Countries on Samsung.com
The seventh edition of Samsung's largest annual online promotion adds digital content to Samsung Rewards and a six-month Google AI Pro offer.
Source: inews24.com
Apple posts 6G modem engineer job with $175,000-$308,500 pay
The role requires 10 or more years in cellular technology and lists experience with generative AI and LLM tools as a minimum qualification, 9to5Mac reported.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple to release iOS 27.2 next week with updates to six apps
Messages gains suggested actions, FaceTime Dual Capture expands to group calls, and the Apple TV app adds a profile picker on iPhone and iPad.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple opens Self Service Repair to iPhone 18 Pro and M-series Macs
Parts for the iPhone 18 Pro camera cost $249, or $189.24 after Apple's $59.76 credit for the returned original.
Source: gsmarena.com
Nothing Phone (4b) launches in Japan October 27 at 59,800 yen
Nothing's new mid-range phone packs a 5,200mAh battery, a 6.77-inch 120Hz OLED screen and Osaifu-Keitai support, with preorders open from October 20.
Source: ascii.jp
iPhone Duo pre-orders open in Korea with delivery dates slipping to 2027
Apple's first foldable went up for pre-order on October 16 ahead of an October 23 launch, but online orders now show January 2027 delivery.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr +1
Google Releases Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 for Pixel Devices
The latest beta update for Android 17 introduces stability improvements and bug fixes for the Pixel 6a and newer models.
Source: androidauthority.com
Survey Finds Google Phone Verification Erodes User Trust
A new survey reveals that Google's automatic phone number verification feature has negatively affected user trust in the platform.
Source: androidauthority.com
UK CMA Proposes Opening iPhone NFC to Rival Payment Apps
The regulator wants Apple to support both SE and HCE contactless standards in the UK and expects any fees to be substantially lower than today's.
Source: gsmarena.com
Video shows iPhone Duo screen wrinkling above hinge when pressed
A Weibo hands-on clip shared by Ice Universe shows several iPhone Duo units dimpling over the hinge; Apple has not confirmed the glass type used.
Source: gsmarena.com
Leak: Xiaomi 18 Pro to start at €1,449 in Europe
EU EPREL listings also point to smaller batteries for European models, including 6,000 mAh on the Xiaomi 18 Pro instead of 7,000 mAh.
Source: 9to5google.com
Taction Seeks Hundreds of Millions More From Apple in Patent Case
The patent holder wants damages extended to cover iPhone and Apple Watch sales from March to September 2026, plus prejudgment interest.
Source: appleinsider.com
South Korea to develop 5G SA quality metrics by year-end
The Ministry of Science and ICT plans pilot measurements this year, with new indicators covering SA access, latency and network slicing quality.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Xiaomi's Redmi K100 to launch October 27 with ~10,000mAh battery
Xiaomi says the Redmi K100 targets the best battery life in its price range and is the first base Redmi K model with a dedicated gaming chip.
Source: gizmodo.com
Straight Talk Adds 5G Ultra Wideband to $45 Silver Unlimited Plan
Straight Talk refreshed its unlimited plans with more hotspot data and international perks while keeping monthly base prices unchanged, Verizon says.
Source: androidauthority.com +1
Reddit User Reports Google Play Services Links Phone Number to All Accounts
The verification number is tied to every signed-in Google account on a device without a prompt, and users can turn the sync off in Settings.
Source: androidpolice.com
Godox A2 magnetic xenon flash launches for iPhone at $85
The clip-on flash attaches like MagSafe and is iPhone-only for now, with Godox saying Android support is in development.
Source: androidauthority.com
Galaxy S27 case leak hints at wider camera bar for Pro and Ultra
Case images posted by leaker IceUniverse suggest the Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra get full-width camera cutouts, while the S27 and S27+ keep the vertical design.
Source: gsmarena.com
Leak tips vivo X500 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
A Weibo leak points to an Ultra-tier vivo flagship with a 6.85-inch 144Hz display and a battery above 7,000mAh, reportedly headed to China in 2027.
Source: androidauthority.com
GF Securities sees Apple shipments up 4% in 2026 as market falls
GF Securities analysts expect Apple to ship 257 million phones in 2026 while the global market drops 14.2%, according to 9to5Mac.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Report: Apple to split 2027 iPhone lineup into spring and fall
A report citing 9to5Mac says the iPhone 18, iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 would arrive in spring 2027, with the iPhone 20 Pro and iPhone Duo 2 in fall.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple launches iPhone Duo foldable from $1,999
The iPhone Duo has a 7.6-inch inner screen and a 5.4-inch cover display, and Counterpoint expects 6 million units sold in 2026.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Korean lawmaker plans bill to hold phone ad brokers liable
The amendment to the Telecommunications Business Act would extend user-protection duties to online platforms, social media and ad agencies, according to Digital Today.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
Apple filing lists iPhone Duo 4883mAh battery as pre-orders open
The EU document splits the capacity across two cells, 2962mAh and 1921mAh, and lists up to 44 hours of video playback.
Source: 9to5mac.com +1
iOS 27 Brings Video Playback and Siri AI to CarPlay
Apple's iOS 27 is available for iPhone 11 and later, and CarPlay video only plays while the car is parked, switching to audio when driving.
Source: engadget.com
StepFun launches STEPX Neo AI agent phone at 3,999 yuan
The STEPX Neo runs StepFun's own Step AOS 1.0 with the built-in Amoo agent and includes 12 months of AI usage, priced at 3,999 yuan.
Source: digitaltoday.co.kr
OnePlus 16 launches in China with 9,000mAh battery, 200MP camera
The OnePlus 16 runs the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset and starts at CNY 6,000 for the 12GB/256GB model.
Source: gsmarena.com +1
Apple says iPhone Duo preorder demand extraordinary
Apple did not disclose figures for its first foldable iPhone, which starts at $1,999, as analysts offer differing 2027 sales estimates.
Source: zdnet.co.kr