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iPhone 18 Pro Max Burgundy Leads Indonesia’s New Color Lineup
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max has reached Indonesia with a new burgundy finish, alongside black, silver and glacier blue. Pre-orders opened on October 7, 2026, and sales are scheduled to begin October 16. The 256 GB model starts at Rp29,499,000, or about $1,810. The phone also features Apple’s A20 Pro chip and a 48-megapixel Fusion main camera with variable aperture.
iPhone 18 Pro: Three 48-MP Cameras, 120-Hz Display
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro is listed with three 48-megapixel Fusion rear cameras, a 120-Hz display and an A20 Pro chip. Erafone says the Pro and Pro Max models are available to order in Indonesia. The retailer also cites battery life of up to 24 hours under normal use, but provides no test conditions or detailed performance figures.
Amazon’s New Alexa Tablets Bring Google Play to a Premium Lineup
Amazon is replacing its budget Fire tablets with a pricier lineup built to compete with the iPad and other premium tablets. The new Alexa-branded devices
iPhone Duo’s Folded Screen Opens Quick Look to Two-Page Document Previews
Reading a document on a foldable iPhone could feel closer to opening a book: Apple’s iPhone Duo appears to show two consecutive pages side by
Prime Day 3D Printer Deals Include Up to $250 Off Bambu Lab H2D
Amazon’s October Prime Day is cutting prices on 3D printers and related gear, while manufacturers are running competing sales. CNET lists the Prusa Core One Plus at $1,317 with a $232 Prime discount, the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 at $180 with $60 off, and the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo at $399, discounted by $50.
Samsung Cuts Galaxy Z Fold 8 Prices as Apple’s First Foldable Nears
Foldable buyers weighing Samsung’s established design against Apple’s first entry now have a price gap to consider. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 is discounted by
Ghost Launches $3,499 Personal AI Computer After $11M Seed Round
Ghost has raised an $11 million seed round led by Andreessen Horowitz as it launches Core, a $3,499 computer designed to run personal AI agents. Founder Zain Javaid says the device processes models and personal memory locally, with encrypted information and controls over how much autonomy its agents receive. Preorders for the first batch open Monday, and shipping is scheduled for the last week of October.
What to Test First on the iPhone 18 Pro: Its New Camera Aperture
Apple’s latest Pro phone gives users a new way to shape a photo before they press the shutter. The iPhone 18 Pro is now available,
Apple’s upcoming foldable may have an unlikely test run: the iPad mini
Apple’s first foldable phone may not arrive with a stranger preview tool than this: the iPad mini. One writer, waiting for the iPhone Duo, has
Apple’s iPhone Duo could finally end the slab era for the iPhone
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max may be the best iPhone money can buy right now, but the next one on the horizon is the one
iPhone Users Can Stretch Battery Life by Turning Off a Hidden Setting Most Overlook
Battery complaints never really leave the iPhone crowd. Even with Apple’s latest handsets, many users still struggle to make it through a full day without
iPhone 18 Pro Max wows on camera, but some users still aren’t ready to upgrade
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max is drawing praise for the best camera system the company has put on a phone yet. But even as reviewers
iPhone 18 Pro Offers Little Reason to Upgrade From iPhone 17 Pro
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, but the year-old iPhone 17 remains a strong option. Design is nearly identical, performance gap is minor for most users, and the real upgrade story lies elsewhere in Apple's expanded 2026 lineup.
Chinese Tech Firms Test 10,000mAh Steel-Cased Smartphone Batteries
Major Chinese smartphone manufacturers are testing 10,000mAh batteries featuring steel casings and stacked-cell technology to boost energy density.
Meta VR glasses debut at $1,299, ships next spring
Meta introduced its new vr glasses at Connect, pitching a lighter, more portable device for movies, spatial computing and gaming. The company says the glasses will cost $1,299 and ship in spring 2027, as it tries to revive interest in virtual reality hardware.
Why the iPhone 18 Release Is Triggering Big Price Drops
Retailers are slashing prices on current models and Apple has boosted trade-in values as the tech giant prepares to announce the iPhone 18 lineup.
Is the iPhone 15 Still Worth Buying in 2026?
The iPhone 15 faces a tough value proposition in 2026. Despite retail availability, lack of iOS 27 AI tools and competition from the newer iPhone 17e limit its appeal.
Should You Buy the iPhone 17 Now or Wait?
Third-party retailers are slashing iPhone 17 prices ahead of the next-generation Apple launch. With potential price hikes on the horizon due to soaring component costs, market analysts suggest buying the current model now.
Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro on Sept. 9 With $100 Price Hike
Apple confirmed its September event for Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Steve Jobs Theater. The iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and first foldable device are expected, with all models facing a $100 price increase due to rising memory chip costs.
Samsung Pushes Foldable Limits With Thinner Galaxy Z Fold 8
Samsung's next foldable flagship is likely years away, but leaks hint at thinner displays and improved durability. Here's what we know so far.
Apple’s iPhone 17 Gains Appeal Amid March 2027 iPhone 18 Delay
Apple's iPhone 18 launch has been pushed to March 2027, leaving the iPhone 17 as the strongest entry-level flagship through early next year. Retailers are clearing stock with steep discounts ahead of September's event.
Apple’s iPhone 18 Event: Pro Models and First Foldable
Apple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and its long-rumored foldable device on September 9, with CEO John Ternus hosting for the first time. The iPhone Ultra foldable is expected to start above $2,000.
Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro Max With AI Siri at Fall Event
Apple's new CEO John Ternus showed off the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, alongside a foldable iPhone and Apple Watch Series 12. The Pro models get improved Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Expected to Offer Modest Upgrades
Apple's next flagship phone is expected to bring incremental upgrades to camera, processor, and display. Here's what rumors and reports suggest about the iPhone 17 Pro Max.