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A CNET reviewer says the Galaxy Z Fold 8 has become their favorite phone to use daily, citing its slim 4.5mm unfolded profile, 9.7mm folded thickness, and light 201-gram weight. The device lacks a telephoto camera and has an average 4,800-mAh battery, but its compact form factor and versatile display have made it stand out compared to past innovative designs like the Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone Air.
iPhone users can check the Settings app's Battery section to see a breakdown of which apps consume the most power, including both active screen time and background activity. This feature has been built into iOS since iOS 8, so it works even on older iPhones.
Apple is expected to phase out sales or software support for roughly ten legacy products across its iPhone, iPad, Watch, Mac and display lineups in 2026. This includes models that will be pulled from Apple's online store as newer versions launch, as well as older devices that will stop receiving the next major operating system update.
A federal court has accelerated the timeline for finalizing Apple's $250 million settlement over false-advertising claims tied to delayed Apple Intelligence and Siri features. Apple had agreed in May to pay eligible buyers of iPhone 15 and 16 models between $25 and $95 per device after customers alleged the company advertised AI capabilities that weren't actually available at launch. The court's latest order, issued August 13, pushes forward the final approval hearing originally scheduled months later.
Apple's September 9 event is expected to unveil only premium iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models, alongside a rumored first foldable device, while the standard iPhone 18 reportedly won't arrive until spring 2027—possibly alongside an iPhone 18e and a second-generation iPhone Air. Analysts point to leaks and industry rumors as the basis for these expectations rather than official Apple statements.
Google Photos on Android has begun rolling out the ability to manually group photos into stacks, a feature that has been available on iOS since May 2025. Users can create a stack by pressing and holding on multiple photos, giving more control over library organization than the app's automatic stacking. The feature appears to be rolling out server-side, as it's showing up on some devices like Pixel phones but not yet on others such as the Galaxy Z Fold.
Apple will hold its annual iPhone launch event on Wednesday, September 9, where the company is expected to introduce a foldable iPhone with a passport-style fold—only the third major design overhaul in the device's nearly two-decade history. Alongside the new phone, Apple is also expected to reveal updated wearables and home products.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports Apple could reveal its long-rumored foldable iPhone at its Sept. 9 event but delay its retail launch until later, echoing the iPhone X rollout pattern from 2017. The device, expected to carry the iPhone Ultra name and a price above $2,000, would feature a 7.8-inch internal display and side-by-side multitasking rather than full iPad-style features.
Fender has released the Fender Audio app for iPhone, adding EQ presets and a custom five-band equalizer to its $299 MIX wireless headphones. The app also shows battery status and offers configurable Home Screen widgets for quick access to device settings.
Tim Cook has stepped down as Apple's CEO this week, with former hardware chief John Ternus taking over. Ternus's first internal memo referenced a major product launch happening within days, meaning he inherits a high-stakes iPhone event almost immediately. Cook remains at the company as Executive Chairman, shifting his focus toward external policy relationships.
Apple is preparing for its 'Surprise and shine' event on September 9, where new leadership under recently installed CEO John Ternus is expected to introduce a foldable iPhone that could carry a price roughly double that of standard models. The event will also likely feature updates to the Apple Watch and AirPods lineup, according to CNET, which plans to cover the announcement live from Apple Park.
CNET's Big Guessing Game contest concluded its third round ahead of Apple's Sept. 9 'Surprise and shine' event, with 71% of respondents predicting new CEO John Ternus will appear alongside former CEO Tim Cook, now executive chairman. Half of participants expect three new iPhone models to be unveiled, following an earlier round where 80% guessed Apple's first foldable phone would debut at the event.