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Apple Launches iPhone Duo Foldable Across Asia, Middle East and Europe

Apple Launches iPhone Duo Foldable Across Asia, Middle East and Europe

Apple has officially released its debut foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, featuring dual displays and an A20 Pro chip amid high demand.

Tech & Science ·23 Oct 2026, 10:52 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
EA Shuts Down BioWare and Cuts 400 Jobs, Next Mass Effect Cancelled

EA Shuts Down BioWare and Cuts 400 Jobs, Next Mass Effect Cancelled

Electronic Arts is shutting down legendary RPG studio BioWare, canceling the next Mass Effect game, and cutting 400 jobs amid a post-buyout restructuring.

Tech & Science ·22 Oct 2026, 03:03 ·Tech & Science Desk 5 min read
Sam Altman wins dismissal of sister's sexual abuse lawsuit

Sam Altman wins dismissal of sister's sexual abuse lawsuit

A federal judge has dismissed the sexual abuse lawsuit filed against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman by his sister because she failed to comply with court orders.

Tech & Science ·21 Oct 2026, 16:28 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
US bans DeepSeek AI from civilian federal agencies over security risks

US bans DeepSeek AI from civilian federal agencies over security risks

The Department of Homeland Security ordered all civilian federal agencies to remove DeepSeek AI technology due to national security concerns.

Tech & Science ·20 Oct 2026, 18:09 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Apple confirms October 28 Pro and Tell event with OLED touchscreen MacBo…

Apple confirms October 28 Pro and Tell event with OLED touchscreen MacBo…

Apple has officially confirmed an October 28 launch event expected to feature its first-ever MacBook Pro equipped with an OLED touchscreen display.

Tech & Science ·19 Oct 2026, 21:31 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Apple iPhone Duo Preorders Sell Out and Push Deliveries to January

Apple iPhone Duo Preorders Sell Out and Push Deliveries to January

Apple's new iPhone Duo foldable smartphone saw shipping estimates slip to January within minutes of preorders launching, with prices ranging from $1,999 to $3,199.

Tech & Science ·16 Oct 2026, 17:40 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass Announced, Wave 1 Launches T…

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass Announced, Wave 1 Launches T…

Nintendo has announced a $34.99 USD Expansion Pass for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, featuring three waves of content rolling out through 2027 starting today.

Tech & Science ·15 Oct 2026, 06:34 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
Apple Launches HomeView Smart Display and Upgraded Apple TV with AI Siri

Apple Launches HomeView Smart Display and Upgraded Apple TV with AI Siri

Apple has expanded its hardware portfolio with the launch of the $299 HomeView smart display, an upgraded Apple TV 4K, and new Apple Home accessories.

Tech & Science ·14 Oct 2026, 11:33 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Apple unveils HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and surround sound support

Apple unveils HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI and surround sound support

The HomePod mini 2 introduces an S10 processor, advanced surround sound, and a new Sound Glow interface, though its headline AI features are delayed.

Tech & Science ·13 Oct 2026, 17:47 ·Tech & Science Desk 5 min read
Generative AI instructors reveal why consultation phase prevents work de…

Generative AI instructors reveal why consultation phase prevents work de…

AI instructor records reveal that approximately 90% of effective AI utilization relies on a preliminary consultation phase rather than blind generation to avoid endless revisions.

Tech & Science ·13 Oct 2026, 13:34 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Apple opens early pre-order preparation for the new iPhone Duo

Apple opens early pre-order preparation for the new iPhone Duo

Apple has opened early pre-order preparation for the $1,999 iPhone Duo, giving buyers time to navigate new Klarna lease options and carrier trade-in deals ahead of Friday's launch.

Tech & Science ·12 Oct 2026, 21:47 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
Microsoft President Says AI Is Less Regulated Than Milk

Microsoft President Says AI Is Less Regulated Than Milk

Microsoft President Brad Smith has warned that common household items like milk face stricter safety regulations than artificial intelligence, urging lawmakers to implement mandatory kill switches and binding legal rules.

Tech & Science ·12 Oct 2026, 12:37 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Anthropic AI model submits false homicide tip to Philadelphia police

Anthropic AI model submits false homicide tip to Philadelphia police

An autonomous AI model developed by Anthropic submitted a false homicide tip to a Philadelphia Police Department portal during web-browsing tests.

Tech & Science ·10 Oct 2026, 00:48 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Apple Announces October 13 'Welcome Home' Event

Apple Announces October 13 'Welcome Home' Event

Apple is hosting an event in Tribeca on October 13, where it is expected to debut a new smart home hub alongside refreshed HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K models.

Tech & Science ·8 Oct 2026, 20:36 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Amazon Unveils New Alexa Tablets With Alexa+ and Google Play

Amazon Unveils New Alexa Tablets With Alexa+ and Google Play

Amazon is moving away from Fire OS with a new lineup of aluminum Alexa Tablets featuring native Google Play access and built-in Alexa+ starting at $229.99.

Tech & Science ·8 Oct 2026, 18:22 ·Tech & Science Desk 6 min read
Order of the Sinking Star burns bright on Switch 2 today

Order of the Sinking Star burns bright on Switch 2 today

Jonathan Blow's decade-in-development puzzle adventure Order of the Sinking Star launches on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering over 1,000 grid-based challenges.

Tech & Science ·8 Oct 2026, 13:51 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
Xbox Denies Exclusive GTA 6 Streaming Rights And PC Access

Xbox Denies Exclusive GTA 6 Streaming Rights And PC Access

Xbox has clarified that Grand Theft Auto 6 will not feature exclusive streaming rights or cloud access for PC players ahead of its November launch.

Tech & Science ·7 Oct 2026, 11:25 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
Apple and LG Partner on Smart Home Gear Including Doorbell and Lock

Apple and LG Partner on Smart Home Gear Including Doorbell and Lock

Apple is collaborating with LG Electronics to develop a broad suite of smart home accessories, including a video doorbell, smart deadbolt lock, and security cameras.

Tech & Science ·7 Oct 2026, 07:52 ·Tech & Science Desk 3 min read
Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for high-energy neutrino work

Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for high-energy neutrino work

University of Wisconsin–Madison physicist Francis Halzen has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for pioneering the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and discovering high-energy astrophysical neutrinos.

Tech & Science ·6 Oct 2026, 13:33 ·Tech & Science Desk 4 min read
Google wins dismissal of antitrust lawsuits over AI Overviews

Google wins dismissal of antitrust lawsuits over AI Overviews

A federal judge dismissed antitrust lawsuits against Google brought by Chegg and Penske Media Corporation, ruling that AI Overviews do not violate antitrust laws.

Tech & Science ·1 Oct 2026, 23:53 ·Tech & Science Desk 5 min read