Asian stocks advance following a rally on Wall Street and oil prices fall Asian stocks are mostly higher, with benchmarks in Tokyo and Seoul lifted by buying of AI-related stocks The Independent UK · 1h ago
Global Market: South Korean shares jump over 4% as AI chip rally lifts Samsung, SK Hynix South Korean shares surged 4.39% as AI investment optimism, strong semiconductor demand and better-than-expected third-quarter economic growth boosted investor sentiment. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led gains, while foreign investors purchased shares worth 597.3 billion won. The Korean won strengthened slightly, reflecting positive market momentum and improving confidence in technology-driven… The Economic Times · 4h ago
iPhone Duo owners report cracks in Apple’s first foldable handset Company says small number of devices affected by display glitch after posts appear on Reddit and social media The Guardian - UK · 13h ago
Why Are iPhone Duo Screens Cracking? Ifixit Examines a Possible Hinge Stress Point After Early Reports Early iPhone Duo owners report inner-screen cracks as iFixit highlights possible hinge stress points. Apple has yet to confirm a cause or outline a fix. International Business Times UK · 21h ago
Businessman buys Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, phone screen goes black during a call within a year, company rejects warranty claim, wins Rs 98,000 payout A Rohtak businessman bought a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 for Rs 1,09,999, only to face heating and network problems followed by a black screen. Samsung denied free warranty repair, citing hinge dents and screen scratches. The consumer commission ordered a refund and additional relief. The Economic Times · 21h ago
A missed call for China is a loud wake-up call for desi companies Indian smartphone brands Lava and Ai+ are gaining market share as Chinese rivals retreat amid soaring memory chip prices and shrinking demand. Domestic brands captured 7% of shipments in the September quarter, their highest share in nearly eight years. Government incentives and India's manufacturing expansion offer a boost, but technology,… The Economic Times · Oct 26
Mobile phones, Apple AirPods ordered online were stolen, sold on road without bills; delivery agent arrested with goods worth Rs 4.6 lakh A 26-year-old Flipkart delivery agent in Gujarat was arrested after Bhavnagar police recovered goods worth Rs 4.60 lakh, including 13 mobile phones, Apple AirPods, watches and perfumes. Police allege he stole customer parcels in Surat around 15 days earlier and was caught selling the products without bills. The Economic Times · Oct 25
23 October 2028: Forget iPhone Duo, Ashwini Vaishnaw says India will have its own Apple and Samsung moment in 2 years Ashwini Vaishnaw says India will have its own Indian-designed, manufactured and branded smartphones in the next two years by October 23, 2028. Here's what the IT Minister revealed about India's plans to build a homegrown smartphone brand and compete in the global mobile phone market. The Economic Times · Oct 24
iPhone Duo Sells Out on Day One in China as Demand Crushes Apple's Foldable Supply Chain Apple's first foldable iPhone launched in China today at ¥15,999, but demand crushed supply instantly and pre-orders won't ship until late January 2027. Latin Times · Oct 23
South Korean shares fall 2% as AI selloff weighs on global markets South Korea’s KOSPI fell 2.14% on Friday, heading for a second straight weekly decline as a global selloff in AI-related stocks weighed on sentiment. Samsung Electronics, Hyundai Motor and POSCO Holdings led losses, while foreign investors remained net sellers. The won strengthened against the dollar, and government bond yields declined. The Economic Times · Oct 23
Stop Doing These 7 Things When You Charge Your Phone Your phone can survive thousands of messages, questionable autocorrect decisions, and an astonishing amount of scrolling. Its battery, however, has limits. A few everyday charging habits can wear it down faster, waste your time, or create unnecessary safety risks. Clever Dude · Oct 22
One Tech Tip: As Apple's Duo phone is released, here are dos and don'ts for folding phones Apple's first folding phone hits stores on Friday, offering iPhone fans a flexible display The Independent UK · Oct 22
Samsung's New Driving Mode Has a Feature Google Maps Needs What if your phone could do more than guide you to your destination? Samsung may be working on a feature that looks at your driving habits and gives you personalised feedback, rather than simply showing you the way. The reported feature, called Driving Insights, could turn a Samsung phone into… MyLifeXP · Oct 21
Samsung One UI 9 driving report: Galaxy AI gets smarter, notification overload gets easier to manage, and camera gains new tricks; check all changes Samsung One UI 9 driving report: Samsung One UI 9 brings new Galaxy AI features, camera upgrades and expanded customisation options to some Galaxy smartphones. The update introduces tools such as Call Brief, My FanCam and Now Nudge, alongside smarter notifications, improved Samsung DeX features and enhanced low-light photography and… The Economic Times · Oct 21
Fortune · Oct 20 Nothing’s brand chief is fed up of ‘boring and generic’ smartphone ads The brand chief at London-based tech group Nothing explains how he plans to take on Apple and Samsung by rejecting marketing formulas and inviting the customer into the boardroom.
The Economic Times · Oct 20 Korea’s KOSPI crashes another 5% as AI rout deepens; AI bellwether down over 40% from peak Chip heavyweight SK Hynix Inc. headed for its lowest close since April. Data-center infrastructure company Elice Inc. plunged as much as 32% in its trading debut in Seoul. Both AI bellwethers SK Hynix and Samsung have plunged 35% and 22%, respectively.
The Economic Times · Oct 19 India's smartphone shipments slip 26 pc to decade-low in Q3, Samsung regains top spot: Report Major Chinese players Vivo, Oppo and Xiaomi are estimated to have seen a decline in shipments while Samsung regained top position despite a marginal dip in shipments.
MarketBeat · Oct 19 5 Beaten-Down AI Names That Could Bounce If Fear Fades AI and memory stocks like Nebius, SK hynix, Intel, EWY, and DRAM have fallen sharply amid sector-wide selling, with each now testing key oversold support levels that could trigger a relief bounce.
Barchart · Oct 19 SanDisk Stock Is Caught in the China Chip Selloff. Here’s What Investors Are Missing. SNDK stock is caught up in China’s memory-chip breakthrough, but the real challenge is more complex than it seems.
The Independent UK · Oct 19 I tested Samsung’s AI washing machine – here are my honest thoughts From Spotify integration to AI that adapts to save you time and energy on each load, this machine promises a lot
The Economic Times · Oct 18 Jefferies’ Chris Wood says it’s time to diversify beyond AI. Where should investors look now? Jefferies’ Chris Wood is urging investors to diversify beyond AI as earnings growth for global AI stocks is expected to slow sharply and valuations remain elevated. His Asia portfolio retains exposure to semiconductor companies while avoiding heavy AI capex spenders, with India, China and other Asian markets featuring prominently in…
Times Life · Oct 17 5 Phone Settings to Change on a Parent's Device the Next Time You Visit Turn Off App Permissions That Have No Business Being OnOpen Settings, go to Privacy or App Permissions, and scroll through what has access to the microphone, camera, and location. On most Android phones this is under Settings -> Privacy -> Permission Manager. On iPhones it sits under Settings -> Privacy…
Barchart · Oct 16 SK hynix Sinks as AI Stocks Pullback Amid Rising Interest Rates. How to Play SKHY Here. SK hynix has dropped 57% from its summer peak as Fed rate hike fears and AI debt worries hit chip stocks. Here is what the selloff means for investors now.
The Economic Times · Oct 16 Urban Company announces plans to enter residential air conditioner segment Urban Company currently sells water purifiers and smart locks under the Native brand. ET had first reported in October 2025 about the company exploring its foray in this space. With this Urban Company will join a list of new-age firms to sell air conditioners - a market that is currently…
Fortune · Oct 16 Samsung Electronics exec: The investments that last build more than factories A factory is only the beginning. Lasting investment builds the workforce, suppliers and institutions that help a community thrive.