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1. Report: iPhone 18 Pro sales down 4% in the US, but China drives 3.1% global growth

   9to5Mac · 28 Oct 2026, 01:14 IST

   Counterpoint Research’s latest report offers a look at global iPhone 18 Pro sales during the first three weeks of availability.

2. Grand Theft Auto VI reportedly requires a 210GB download

   Engadget · 28 Oct 2026, 01:09 IST · Unconfirmed

   Be prepared to surrender a significant portion of your console's hard drive.

3. Apple’s low-cost iPhone 18 details revealed by leaker

   9to5Mac · 28 Oct 2026, 00:58 IST · Unconfirmed

   Apple reportedly plans to introduce a low-cost iPhone 18e next spring alongside iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2. Here are the details on what to expect from iPhone 18e, per a new leak.

4. Apple's New M6 MacBook Pro Is Here But You Might Not Want One (Yet)

   BGR · 28 Oct 2026, 00:27 IST

   Apple has revealed it's all new M6 MacBook Pro line-up, but it may be worth waiting before you spend your hard-earned money on this release.

5. Astropad Workbench 1.4 adds terminal access, iPhone Duo support, and more

   9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 23:59 IST

   Astropad is out today with Workbench 1.4, the latest update to its remote desktop app for Mac. The release adds a built-in terminal, native iPhone Duo support, and a new way to transfer files between Macs.

6. iOS 27.2 has two CarPlay improvements, here’s what’s new

   9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 23:50 IST

   iOS 27.2 arrived this week with new features for Messages , Apple TV , and more, plus two improvements for CarPlay. Here’s what’s new for CarPlay users.

7. Why buying a Mac mini over a MacBook might be the smarter move

   Engadget · 27 Oct 2026, 23:30 IST

   Apple's smallest desktop delivers better performance and value for those willing to leave the laptop behind.

8. On OLED MacBook Pro-eve, I have just one question

   AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 23:22 IST · Unconfirmed

   Apple is expected to announce its touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro on October 27. On October 26, I still find it impossible to really grasp who this machine is for and if anyone is really crying out for what seems to be a MacBook More-Pro....

9. Blowout deal: Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with 32GB RAM plunges to $1,999

   AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 23:13 IST · Unconfirmed

   B&H has Apple's 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro with 32GB RAM and a 96W adapter for $1,999, a discount of $420 off. Save $420 on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro 32GB RAM - Image credit: Apple The blowout $1,999 special at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H...

10. DoorDash reportedly in talks to acquire Instacart in $17 billion deal

    TechSpot · 27 Oct 2026, 22:59 IST · Unconfirmed

    Instacart was also recently tied to acquisition rumors with Uber, but sources say those talks are no longer active. It is unclear if Uber would try again if DoorDash comes up short.

11. MacBook Neo 2 now predicted to arrive before summer 2027

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 22:41 IST

    A new report claims that Apple is planning to release a second generation of its hit MacBook Neo in the first half of 2027. The current MacBook Neo The original MacBook Neo was released in March 2026 and proved to be an enormous success...

12. The politicians still making the case for data centers this election season

    Fast Company Tech · 27 Oct 2026, 22:17 IST

    Data centers might be the boogeyman of the 2026 election. As anxiety about the impact of AI on the economy—and of hyperscaler facilities on local communities—ramps up, politicians on both sides of the aisle have distanced themselves...

13. ZacOS 9 and Mavernix: Two classic Apple desktops find their Wayland to Linux

    The Register · 27 Oct 2026, 22:30 IST

    You wait decades for a Mac-like desktop for Linux, and then two of them come along at once. AI might be involved, but even so, it's still shiny. ZacOS 9 and Mavernix are two very new, independent, and separate projects, but there is a...

14. These might be the best phones for video capture, and they’ve just gone global

    Android Authority · 27 Oct 2026, 22:00 IST

    Credit: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Vivo has launched the X500 series globally, coming just over a month after the Chinese launch. The X500 Pro and Pro Max offer 4K/240fps slow-motion capture, expanded dynamic range, and...

15. With the new iMac and MacBook Pro, Apple is targeting stubborn Intel holdouts

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 22:08 IST

    It's been about six years since Apple Silicon hardware first started shipping and still Apple will not launch a Mac without stressing how much better it would be if everyone moved on from Intel, please. But back in 2020, Apple — and we...

16. Google Photos rolls out customizable redesign of your ‘Collections’ tab

    9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 21:53 IST

    Following the floating navigation bar in July, Google Photos is rolling out a big redesign that lets you customize the Collections tab on Android and iOS.

17. Twelve South launches new Airfly View dongle with built-in screen

    9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 22:04 IST

    Last month, Twelve South introduced the wildly popular AirFly Drive , its first wireless CarPlay adapter (which is now back in stock after initially selling out). Now, the popular accessory maker is back with Airfly View , which adds a...

18. Apple Reportedly Plans to Release MacBook Neo 2 in First Half of 2027

    MacRumors · 27 Oct 2026, 22:04 IST · Unconfirmed

    Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today reported that Apple plans to release a second-generation MacBook Neo in the first half of 2027. He previously mentioned that the new model will feature an A19 Pro chip, 12GB of RAM, and new color options....

19. Samsung May Cut Production of 10 Million Galaxy Phones

    TechRepublic · 27 Oct 2026, 21:29 IST · Unconfirmed

    Samsung reportedly plans to cut Galaxy A production by 20% as memory costs rise. Here's what the potential cuts mean for phone prices and buyers. The post Samsung May Cut Production of 10 Million Galaxy Phones appeared first on...

20. iPhone Duo Vs. Galaxy Z Fold 8: Which Passport-Style Foldable Is Best?

    BGR · 27 Oct 2026, 21:47 IST

    Both Samsung and Apple have turned to passport-style foldables with their latest releases, but which makes more sense: the iPhone Duo or the Galaxy Z Fold 8?

21. M5 vs. M6 MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared

    MacRumors · 27 Oct 2026, 21:12 IST

    Apple today replaced the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with a new M6 model, bringing more CPU and GPU cores, upgraded wireless connectivity, and more. How much has changed, and is it worth upgrading or choosing the newer model? The M6...

22. NBA strikes deals with Kalshi and Polymarket to establish "integrity frameworks" for prediction markets

    TechSpot · 27 Oct 2026, 20:59 IST · Unconfirmed

    The NBA said the multi-year deals would help establish a data-sharing framework to root out insider betting and other forms of corruption that have rocked the league on multiple occasions. These incidents have resulted in suspensions...

23. Apple's 11-inch iPad drops to $399 during Amazon's month-end sale

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 20:52 IST · Unconfirmed

    Amazon's $399 iPad deal is back for the end of October, delivering the lowest iPad price across Apple's tablet lineup. Pick up an iPad for just $399 during Amazon's sale. As Apple unveiled a new iPad mini 8 this week with a higher...

24. iOS 27.2 introduces new age verification feature using selfie

    9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 20:51 IST

    iOS 27.2 is here , and it introduces a new feature for age verification using a selfie.

25. HomePod 27.2 hands-on: default wireless speaker for Mac, Sound Glow and more [Video]

    9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 20:20 IST

    iOS 27.2 and its corresponding updates for the HomePod lineup bring several key new features to Apple’s smart speakers. The ability to finally use your HomePod as the default sound output for your Mac. This means that the 2nd-generation...

26. Amazon's New Alexa Tablet Gets One Upgrade Everyone Wanted

    BGR · 27 Oct 2026, 20:17 IST

    Amazon's new tablets still push you toward the company's services, but thankfully, one long-awaited change gives you more freedom to use them how you want.

27. Google Can Now Use Your Photos And Drive Data To Show You Ads

    BGR · 27 Oct 2026, 20:17 IST

    Google's latest privacy changes raise new questions about how Gemini and connected apps handle personal information, and which settings users should review.

28. After Years Of Waiting, Apple Is Finally Releasing A New iMac

    BGR · 27 Oct 2026, 20:19 IST

    A new iMac is finally on the way with some notable spec improvements, but don't expect Apple to have made several radical changes to the desktop's design.

29. New MacBook Pro redesign details revealed ahead of launch

    9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 20:01 IST

    Apple debuted a new M6 MacBook Pro today, but a high-end MacBook Pro redesign is coming tomorrow, and Mark Gurman has shared some new details to expect.

30. Rumors continue to fly about Nvidia's RTX 5090 GPU stock shortages

    TechRadar · 27 Oct 2026, 19:49 IST · Unconfirmed

    Rumors continue to fly about Nvidia's RTX 5090 GPU stock shortages

31. New iMac keeps old design but adds M6 processor and new colors

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 18:44 IST

    Apple has launched an updated iMac for the first time since 2024, bringing this longstanding favorite up to the speeds of the latest Mac mini. Apple's new M6 iMac range - image credit: Apple If it ain't broke, eventually update it....

32. There's an open source replacement for the terrible Logitech mouse software

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 18:24 IST · Unconfirmed

    The Logitech Options+ software phones home, is a resource hog, and crashes a lot on Mac. OpenLogi is an open source replacement for the configuration tool, is light-weight, and runs on Windows, Mac, or Linux. Better yet, there's no...

33. iPhone 18e rumored to get A20 processor but not stray much from iPhone 17e

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 18:09 IST · Unconfirmed

    A new claim from a generally reliable leaker details most of the specifications for the forthcoming iPhone 18e, with the only significant upgrade being the processor. The iPhone 18e and iPhone 18 may be more similar than the iPhone 17e...

34. US government acting illegally over electronic surveillance of its own citizens, say senators

    9to5Mac · 27 Oct 2026, 17:59 IST

    Two senators with notable expertise in intelligence matters say that the US government is acting illegally over electronic surveillance of its own citizens. They say the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) has permitted...

35. The Download: Anthropic’s IPO, smarter power grids, and exercise pills

    MIT Technology Review · 27 Oct 2026, 17:40 IST · Unconfirmed

    This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Will the real Anthropic please stand up? After weeks of frenzied speculation, Anthropic has filed...

36. Apple Fixes Possibly Exploited CoreGraphics Flaw on Older iPhones

    MacRumors · 27 Oct 2026, 17:46 IST

    Among the flurry of iOS 27.2 releases on Monday , Apple also pushed a wave of software updates for its older operating systems, including a fix for a CoreGraphics vulnerability that Apple says may have been exploited in targeted...

37. 5 Reasons To Skip A Galaxy Watch And Get Garmin Instead

    BGR · 27 Oct 2026, 17:47 IST

    Galaxy Watches are generalist devices that fit the needs of most users, but if you're into fitness, here's why you might want to try a Garmin instead.

38. Israeli ad tech firm heavily targeted Starlink users, sources say

    TNW · 27 Oct 2026, 17:34 IST · Unconfirmed

    An Israeli ad company showed huge numbers of ads to people using Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, probably to track them. That is what researchers believe, Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing six people who know about the...

39. Exclusive: FireMon unveils AI agents to handle the legwork behind firewall policy changes

    SiliconANGLE · 27 Oct 2026, 17:30 IST

    Network security policy management company FireMon LLC today unveiled artificial intelligence agents for its platform designed to handle much of the legwork behind firewall policy changes. The release, called FireMon Agentic AI, is...

40. iPhone 18 Pro sales beat iPhone 17 Pro figures, but only because of China

    AppleInsider · 27 Oct 2026, 17:11 IST · Unconfirmed

    Contrary to complaints from stock analysts about poor iPhone 18 Pro sales, new supply chain research claims that the demand for the iPhone 18 Pro has been high in China, making up for some weakness elsewhere. Apple's iPhone 18 Pro It...