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The iPhone Duo is Apple’s first foldable iPhone and starts at $1,999 in the US. The iPhone Duo features a 5.4-inch external screen designed for typical phone functions when the device remains closed. Upon opening, it reveals a 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR display optimized for multitasking and larger applications. Both screens support ProMotion and Always-On functionality, with outdoor brightness reaching 3,000 nits. The device’s enclosure is made from Grade 5 titanium, and its hinge comprises more than 100 components. Additionally, the phone has an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. The way the foldable iPhone utilizes its expanded screen space is heavily influenced by its software. Apple developed iOS 27.1 to function seamlessly whether the device is open or closed. Split View allows users to position two apps side by side on the inner display. It is also possible to run two windows from the same app and save specific app arrangements for later. The larger screen supports two Home Screen pages, while Touch ID remains integrated into the side button. Enhanced multitasking options enabled by the larger display on iPhone The camera system includes a 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera and a 48-megapixel Fusion Ultra Wide camera. The main sensor provides an optical-quality 2x telephoto zoom. Duo Preview allows users to view a live image of the subject on the outside display while someone else takes the photo. The outer screen also functions as a viewfinder

Apple has unveiled the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, featuring improvements in camera technology, battery capacity, and processing capabilities. Both versions are equipped with the latest A20 Pro chip and incorporate a redesigned vapor chamber to ensure consistent performance. Additionally, Apple has introduced a more compact Dynamic Island along with advanced camera controls tailored for professional users. Preorders commence on September 12, with sales scheduled to start on September 18 across over 65 countries and regions.

Graphite, cathodes and anodes remain central to U.S. battery supply chain security. According to the International Energy Agency, China was responsible for over 80% of global battery cell production in 2025. It also accounted for roughly 85% of cathode active materials and more than 90% of anode active materials. These components are vital to the production of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The agency further identified China as the primary manufacturing hub for lithium iron phosphate batteries, also known as LFP batteries. Throughout 2025, U.S. battery manufacturing capacity grew rapidly, with new plants opening or existing ones expanding. However, the industry remains highly dependent on imported or processed foreign materials. Natural graphite exemplifies this vulnerability, as the U.S. reported complete net import reliance for this material in 2025. Chinese suppliers continued to dominate the processing of battery-grade graphite used in traditional lithium-ion anodes, maintaining their leading role in the supply chain.

Japan is expanding its response to investment fraud by using artificial intelligence to detect warning signs in consumer complaints. The Consumer Affairs Agency announced the initiative on September 1 as part of a wider anti-fraud package. The system will analyze complaint language, solicitation patterns and similarities with past cases. Officials aim to identify signs of harmful schemes and troubled businesses earlier through data already collected from consumers across the country.

In the first half of 2026, China’s digital industry generated a total revenue of 20.71 trillion yuan, reflecting a 13.6% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. Total profits also experienced growth, rising 19.3% to reach 1.79 trillion yuan. According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the industry’s profit margin stood at 8.6%, which is 0.7 percentage points higher than last year. These figures encompass key components of China’s rapidly expanding digital economy.

Online child safety grows urgent as AI and digital information risks expand globally. The Department of Global Communications issued the brief just prior to International Youth Day on Aug. 12. According to the report, over 82% of individuals aged 15 to 24 are internet users globally. Digital connectivity can serve as a catalyst for educational opportunities, civic involvement, and economic engagement. However, the same access exposes young users to harmful content as they develop critical skills for evaluating information. The brief notes that these online risks can negatively impact cognitive, emotional, and social growth.

On Tuesday, Japan successfully launched its H3 rocket, which carried the Michibiki No. 7 navigation satellite into orbit. The launch of H3 Flight No. 9 occurred from the Tanegashima Space Center at 4:23:31 a.m. Japan time. JAXA reported that the rocket maintained its planned trajectory throughout the mission. Approximately 29 minutes after liftoff, the satellite separated and entered its designated orbit. Michibiki No. 7 expands Japan’s QZSS satellite navigation network.

A court in New Mexico has mandated that social media giant Meta contribute $567 million to a dedicated fund aimed at addressing youth mental health issues. The ruling, issued on Thursday, found that the company’s platforms represented a public nuisance. Presiding over the case was Judge Bryan Biedscheid of the First Judicial District Court in Santa Fe, who delivered the verdict after a three-week bench trial. The court determined that Facebook and Instagram played a substantial role in a youth mental health crisis and failed to adequately shield minors from online dangers and exploitation.

ChatGPT Free and Go accounts are moving to GPT-5.6 Luna, with unlimited text messaging and a new Think button scheduled to arrive next week.

The World Trade Organization is set to host its inaugural World Trade and Tech Day on September 14 at its headquarters in Geneva. This event will unite trade officials, technology policymakers, business leaders, and various stakeholders. Under the theme, “AI and Trade: Turning Potential into Progress,” the discussions will revolve around artificial intelligence and international commerce. The focus will be on policies that broaden access to AI tools and promote a more inclusive approach to global trade. Geneva talks will examine how AI can lower trade costs and widen digital market access.