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New aggregated reporting suggests Apple is preparing a foldable iPhone—dubbed the 'iPhone Duo'—that could compete directly with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold line, with claims that Apple is paying Samsung roughly $250 per display panel.
Tesla Regains Ground in the U.S. EV Market as Rivals Pull Back
New industry data reported by the Wall Street Journal and GuruFocus shows Tesla climbing back toward the majority of U.S. EV sales, even as some owners of competing models say they've moved away from the brand over Elon Musk's public persona.
iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Are Live: What Actually Ships on Day One
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are up for pre-order, with carrier deals and camera updates dominating early coverage. Here's what's confirmed versus what's still manufacturer messaging.
Left-Handed Users Say Apple's New Foldable iPhone Duo Leaves Them Out
As reports swirl around Apple's newly unveiled foldable iPhone Duo, some left-handed users are voicing frustration that the device's ergonomics and controls appear optimized for right-handed use, according to aggregated media coverage led by the New York Post.
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