Apple announced that more than 100,000 apps on the App Store are now optimized for its newly launched iPhone Duo, a foldable device introduced two weeks ago. Vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations Susan Prescott highlighted that thousands of additional apps are being added daily, and that over 2,000 developers have participated in more than 50 in‑person workshops across 19 cities worldwide. Apple is promoting Duo‑ready software through curated collections such as “Popular Apps on iPhone Duo” [...]

Apple has revived the iconic glowing white Apple logo on the lid of its new MacBook Pro models equipped with the Pro LED XDR display. Unlike the legacy version that used an LCD backlight, the current logo is an OLED‑based light whose brightness is linked to the main screen’s brightness. Users cannot disable it through System Settings, but Apple’s support documentation provides a Terminal command—`sudo defaults write com.apple.CoreBrightness LEBacklightMode -int 0`—that turns the logo off permanently across all [...]

Apple is reportedly preparing a major redesign for the 2027 iPhone Pro models, coinciding with the device’s 20th anniversary. Leaked images suggest the new phones will feature quad‑curved, near‑bezel‑free displays and larger screen sizes. According to Instant Digital’s Weibo post, the redesign will eliminate the Action button that debuted on the iPhone Duo, while retaining a dedicated Camera Control button. The Camera Control button will continue to open the camera with a short press, and a long [...]

Apple released iOS 27.2 last week, adding three personalization tools for iPhone users. A new “Excluded Apps” list in Settings → Siri lets owners prevent selected apps from appearing in Siri queries, Spotlight search and suggestion ribbons, addressing privacy and misrecognition concerns. The Messages app now shows contextual “Suggestions” beneath relevant chats, such as an “Add to Reminders” prompt when a request is detected; users can toggle five suggestion categories in Settings → Apps → Messages → Suggested Actions. Finally, iOS 27.2 extends Apple TV profiles to iPhone, [...]

Oppo confirmed that its upcoming foldable, the Find N7, will finally receive a true global launch, including Europe, marking a departure from the limited‑region releases of the Find N5 and Find N6, which were sold almost exclusively in China. The company told GSMArena’s Nixanbal that the N7 will adopt the wide‑screen foldable design first seen on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the iPhone Duo, a form factor Oppo previously showcased but never mass‑produced. Analysts expect the device to arrive early in the year, [...]

Airversa’s Humelle humidifier, compatible with Apple Home via Thread, automatically adjusts moisture levels based on built‑in temperature and humidity sensors. The 3.2‑liter tank delivers up to 60 hours of runtime, misting up to 40 inches to cover a bedroom or living room. It operates quietly at 28 dB, includes a multicolor LED, and a tray for essential oils. The device pairs through a HomePod, HomePod mini, or Apple TV 4K, offering faster, local communication than Wi‑Fi accessories. It [...]

The article reviews inexpensive third‑party bands for Google’s Pixel Watch 5 and Fitbit Air, noting that recent knock‑offs match or exceed official options in quality and fit. The author highlights a six‑pack silicone band that slots perfectly into the Pixel Watch 5, offering colors absent from Google’s lineup. Similar $9 Fitbit Air bands replicate the look and feel of the official Stephen Curry edition, minus the badge. The piece questions whether Google’s pricing is justified and underscores [...]

Apple released the HomePod mini 2 on October 30, 2026, priced at $149. The new model features a faster Apple S10 processor, full‑range driver with two passive radiators, and computational audio with real‑time tuning. Connectivity upgrades include Wi‑Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, and a persistent Mac audio connection. It adds four‑speaker surround sound for Apple TV 4K and supports Thread, temperature, and humidity sensors. However, Siri AI remains absent, limiting appeal for current owners.