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Apple is holding an event on October 13, with the tagline 'Welcome home'. AppleInsider reports the company is expected to announce new products, most likely the iPhone 12 line-up and possibly other hardware. The event is drawing attention in the UK, US and Germany as tech watchers speculate about what Apple will reveal.
- 2Apple Set for Busy October With New Releases●12 New Things to Expect From Apple in October October is about to become a very busy month for Apple, with the company s
Apple is preparing a packed October lineup, with reports pointing to a new iPhone duo, both iOS 27.1 and iOS 27.2 updates, and a new Mac Studio configuration offering 512GB of RAM. Up to seven additional product announcements are also expected during the month, making it one of the company's busiest stretches outside its main keynote seasons.
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Apple Pay has gone live in India after 12 years, launching with Axis Bank-issued Visa and Mastercard cards. The service lets iPhone users make contactless card payments without PINs or OTPs, using NFC technology. Reports say more bank partnerships could follow, and Apple is positioning the service to compete with Google Pay and Paytm in India's crowded digital payments market. Questions remain over UPI integration and which cards will be supported.
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Apple has scheduled an October 13 event, with the tagline 'Welcome home' prompting speculation about new hardware. Reports and previews point to the iPhone 12 lineup with 5G, a smaller HomePod mini smart speaker, and possibly a AirTags-style tracker. Observers expect the announcements to focus on home and mobile products heading into the holiday season.
- 5Apple Shares Dip as Jefferies Downgrades Ahead of Anniversary iPhone▼AAPL Falls After Jefferies Downgrades Stock Over 20th Anniversary iPhone Setback — But Gene Munster Sees ‘Strong Next 12 Months’
Apple stock slipped after Jefferies downgraded the shares, citing concerns that the 20th-anniversary iPhone expected in 2027 could slip in timing or impact near-term demand. Gene Munster of Deepwater Asset Management pushed back, saying he still expects a strong next 12 months for the company on the back of its current product cycle. Investors are weighing the downgrade against more bullish analyst views.
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A new roundup highlights 12 iPhone cases chosen for combining style, protection and everyday function. The guide covers options for different needs and budgets, aimed at shoppers looking to protect their device without sacrificing design. It arrives amid steady consumer interest in phone accessories as iPhone owners seek durable, attractive cases.
- 7Apple Deals Continue After Prime Day Ends●Deals: AirPods Pro 3/Max 2, all-time lows on M6 Mac mini, Apple Watch Series 12, 18 Pro cases, more Welcome to your 9to5
With Amazon's fall Prime Day sale wrapped up, retailers are still offering steep discounts across Apple's lineup. Shoppers can find all-time low prices on the M6 Mac mini, alongside deals on AirPods Pro 3 and Max 2, the Apple Watch Series 12, and iPhone 18 Pro cases. The post-Prime window is being billed as a good time to buy Apple gear at reduced prices.
- 8Apple opens iPhone pre-orders October 12▼'Get Ready' to pre-order the iPhone Duo starting October 12
AppleInsider reports that pre-orders for the new iPhone duo will begin on October 12, telling readers to 'get ready' ahead of the launch window. The date gives buyers a clear timeline for securing the devices before general availability, though specifics on models, pricing and in-store availability were not included in the report.
- 9Tech Rep Walks Out Over Forced 12-Hour iPhone Launch Shifts●Forced 12-Hour Shifts for the New iPhone Launch—Until One Exhausted Tech Rep Walked Off the Floor
A technical representative reportedly quit mid-shift after being made to work forced 12-hour shifts tied to the launch of the new iPhone. The story, circulating via TwistedSifter, has sparked discussion about grueling retail staffing demands during major Apple product releases and the toll of mandatory overtime on frontline workers.
- 10Apple's first foldable iPhone drives wave of cases and accessories▼Get ready for iPhone Duo with 12 great cases and accessories for Apple's first foldable
Apple's long-rumoured first foldable iPhone is drawing fresh attention as accessory makers gear up for its launch. Tom's Guide has rounded up 12 cases and accessories already being prepared for the device, dubbed the iPhone Duo, signalling growing confidence that the foldable is close to becoming reality despite Apple not confirming the product.
- 11iPhone 18 Pro China launch week sales up 12%▼Apple iPhone 18 Pro sales rise 12% in China launch week - Counterpoint
Counterpoint Research figures show Apple's iPhone 18 Pro sales rose 12% during its launch week in China, a stronger start than its predecessor. The data is being widely reported as a sign that Apple's momentum in its key Chinese market is holding up despite intense competition from local smartphone makers.
- 12Swedish photographer marks day 305 with tomato close-up●Dag 305 / Day 305 Rött i överflöd. / Red in abundance. iPhone 17 Pro, 2.22mm f/2.2, 1/50s, ISO 12. #tomater #mat #närbil
A photographer continuing a 365-day photo project has shared day 305's image: an abundance of red tomatoes shot close-up on an iPhone 17 Pro using the ultra-wide lens at f/2.2. The picture, captioned in both Swedish and English as 'Red in abundance', highlights the phone's macro photography capability and has drawn a small wave of appreciation from food and photography followers.
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Tech media are highlighting ten lesser-known features tucked inside iOS 12, Apple's mobile operating system. The roundup points users to settings and shortcuts that are easy to miss, from battery and performance tweaks to smaller usability improvements. The piece is being shared as practical reading for iPhone and iPad owners who want to get more out of the update without digging through menus themselves.
- 14iPhone 18 Pro Launch Week Sales Up 12% in China▼iPhone 18 Pro sales rise 12% YoY in China launch week, lifting apple to No. 1
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro recorded a 12% year-over-year rise in sales during its launch week in China, pushing Apple to the No. 1 smartphone position in the country. The strong opening suggests continued robust demand for the iPhone lineup in one of Apple's most important markets.
- 15iPhone 18 Pro China Launch-Week Sales Up 12%▼Apple iPhone 18 Pro China Launch-Week Sales Rise 12%, Counterpoint Says
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro recorded a 12% rise in launch-week sales in China compared with the previous model, according to research firm Counterpoint. The early figures suggest solid demand for Apple's newest flagship in one of its most competitive markets, where the company has faced pressure from local brands such as Huawei. Analysts will watch whether the strong start holds beyond the initial launch period.
- 16iMazing 3.6.5 update adds support for unreleased Apple devices●أصدرت iMazing تحديثها 3.6.5 الذي يضيف دعماً لأجهزة Apple المستقبلية مثل iPhone 18 Pro و iPhone Duo و Apple Watch Series
The software maker iMazing has released version 3.6.5 of its iOS management tool, adding support for future Apple devices such as the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo and Apple Watch Series 12 before their official launch. The update also lets users export full log archives from the unified log viewer. Tech observers are noting that early support points to the naming of Apple's upcoming hardware.
- 17iPhone 18 Pro Launch Lifts Apple's China Sales 12%▼iPhone Sales in China Are Up 12% year-over-year in the new iPhone 18 Pro’s launch Week
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro posted a strong start in China, with iPhone sales up 12% year-over-year during its launch week. The figure suggests healthy early demand for the new model in one of Apple's most important and most competitive markets, where the company has faced pressure from local rivals in recent quarters.
- 18Apple iPhone event tipped for October 13●Apple Event on October 13? Earlier this week, Daring Fireball's John Gruber floated Tuesday, October 13 as a potential d
Speculation is mounting that Apple will hold its next iPhone event on Tuesday, October 13. Daring Fireball's John Gruber floated the date, suggesting Apple could hand review units of the new iPhone duo to selected reporters in person, and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has backed up the timing. The event is expected to cover Apple's delayed iPhone 12 lineup.
- 19iPhone pre-orders open October 12 ahead of launch day●Want the iPhone Duo on launch day? You can start your pre-order process on October 12
Apple's newest iPhone duo can be pre-ordered starting October 12, giving buyers a chance to secure the devices for launch-day delivery. The news outlines when customers can begin the pre-order process and what to expect ahead of the phones' official release, as interest builds around the latest models.
- 20iPhone 18 Pro Sales Jump 12% as Apple Leads China Market●Apple Leads China Market as iPhone 18 Pro Sales Jump 12%
Apple has taken the lead in China's smartphone market, with sales of the iPhone 18 Pro rising 12%. The jump suggests strong demand for the new model in one of Apple's most competitive markets, where it faces heavy pressure from local brands such as Huawei and Xiaomi.
- 21iPhone 18 Pro sales up 12% in China launch week●iPhone 18 Pro Series Sales Up 12% YoY in Launch Week in China as Apple Takes #1 Spot
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series reportedly saw sales rise 12% year-on-year during launch week in China, helping the company claim the number-one spot in the market. The figures, from Counterpoint Research, suggest strong early demand for the new Pro models in one of Apple's most competitive regions.