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Market research firm Counterpoint Research stated that Apple is expected to sell approximately 6 million units of the iPhone Duo this year, marking the first forecast for the market performance of Apple's first foldable device.IDC predicts that driven by the iPhone Duo, the shipment of foldable smartphones will grow by 13% this year, reaching 22.9 million units.

Slow Fog's Yuxian posted on platform X, stating that systems prior to iOS version 27 are being exploited by certain black and gray market groups to steal encrypted wallets from iPhone users.It reminds users to promptly update their iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other devices to the latest version, to be cautious when installing apps from unknown sources, and to be careful when opening unknown links through Safari and in-app browsers.

A federal jury in San Diego, USA, ruled on Friday that Apple must pay over $5.7 billion in damages for using patented technology from the haptic patent company Taction Technology, according to Caixin. This is the highest patent compensation amount in U.S. history. Taction sued Apple in 2021, claiming that its sales of devices infringing on touch technology improperly utilized related innovations; the case was dismissed in 2023 but was later reinstated by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals.Apple issued a statement strongly opposing the verdict and the amount of damages, stating that the ruling lacks factual basis. Apple stated that its haptic engine is fundamentally different from Taction's technology, and tests conducted during the trial confirmed this, asserting that it did not use Taction's technology and would appeal. Taction's chief attorney, Lance Yang, thanked the jury and mentioned that the company waited five and a half years for the case to go to trial.The core of the lawsuit revolves around two vibration-based haptic sensor technologies designed to allow users to perceive the device's response to input. Taction claims that Apple’s haptic engine in the Apple Watch and iPhone used its inventions without authorization. Apple's haptic engine was launched in 2014 with the Apple Watch and was used in the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus the following year, replacing the older vibration motors. Since Apple insists on appealing, the amount of damages will need to be determined first by the presiding judge before entering the appeals process for final confirmation.

According to Cointelegraph, blockchain security company SlowMist stated that its investigation has not linked the recent security warning caused by the iPhone Safari attack to confirmed cryptocurrency theft incidents.SlowMist told Cointelegraph that it has not independently confirmed any victims affected by the specific Safari attack samples it analyzed, and the strongest technical evidence it possesses covers iOS versions 18.4 to 18.6.2. The company stated that the reported impact range of "iOS 13 to 26.5" should be regarded as a preliminary assessment, and it tends to avoid claiming that iOS 26.5 is affected until reproducible technical evidence is obtained.SlowMist pointed out that the Safari attack reused the previously disclosed DarkSword exploit chain technology, which is independent of another investigation involving malicious components embedded in App Store applications called FomoPeek. The Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) disclosed DarkSword in March, describing it as an iOS exploit chain used by multiple threat actors since November 2025.

According to Bitcoin News monitoring, security researchers have found that versions 1.1 and 1.2 of FomoPeek distributed through the Apple App Store contain an iOS exploit framework that can escape the application sandbox, capable of extracting keychain data, wallet files, and mnemonic phrases. SlowMist has linked this application to multiple theft incidents and traced nearly $580,000 worth of stolen USDT flowing into a main address.Users who have installed either version should consider the keys accessible on their iPhone as compromised, generate new mnemonic phrases on a clean device, and immediately transfer their funds.

Binance Wallet Security Announcement: iPhone users please check if you have installed the FomoPeek application. Binance has noted a recent security incident disclosed by the community. According to security companies such as SlowMist, the third-party application FomoPeek (versions 1.1-1.2) contains malicious code that can exploit vulnerabilities in the iOS system to gain maximum permissions on the device and may access sensitive data stored on the device, including private keys, mnemonic phrases, login credentials, chat records, files, etc. Please note that such malware directly attacks the device itself. If the attack is successful, all application data on the affected device may be accessed.Please check the following:Are you using an iPhone or iPad running iOS 26.x or earlier?Have you installed the FomoPeek application?If both of the above apply to you, it is recommended to take the following steps immediately:Delete the FomoPeek application and do not reinstall it.Update the iOS system to the latest version.For users with self-hosted wallets: Create a new wallet on a device that has never installed the application and transfer assets to the new wallet address.If you notice any unusual asset activity, please retain the affected device and relevant evidence, and contact customer service for further investigation.At the same time, all users are reminded: Do not install applications from untrusted sources and keep your device software up to date.

Renowned technology journalist Mark Gurman stated that Apple's first foldable iPhone Duo is expected to push foldable phones into the mainstream, and he anticipates the launch of a larger-screen iPhone Duo Max in the coming years. Gurman mentioned that Apple chose "Duo" as the product line name, and may add suffixes like "Max" and "SE" in the future.As technology costs decrease, foldable phones may account for more than half of new phone sales in the next decade, currently making up about 2% of global smartphone shipments.

Taiwanese precision parts manufacturer New Sun Technology is currently only screening gold sample hinges that meet Apple's standards to supply Apple's foldable smartphone iPhone Duo, with related production still unstable. The iPhone Duo announced by Apple on the 9th local time has unstable hinge production as the biggest factor affecting the delay in the production schedule.The original first supplier was Amphenol from the United States, but due to low yield rates, the second supplier New Sun Technology has become the first supplier for production. The yield rate of New Sun Technology's hinges remains low, with only qualified products sent to Foxconn. The supply of back panels is also tight, with the second supplier Lingyi Technology in China facing difficulties in mass production.Apple has provided partners with an estimate of components that can produce about 5 to 6 million complete units by the end of this year. Pre-orders will start on October 16, with the release date set for October 23. Prices start at $1999 for the 256GB model and go up to $3199 for the 2TB model.

According to exclusive information from industry chain insiders, Lingyi iTech is the supplier for Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo. The company supplies Apple with core precision components related to the new generation of terminal products, including hinge precision structural parts, screen support plates, and ultra-thin heat distribution plates, with the unit value of supplied products being higher than that of traditional flat-screen devices.Recently, during an institutional research interview, Lingyi iTech stated that various foldable screen projects are progressing smoothly, and mass production ramp-up and customer delivery are being carried out as planned in the third and fourth quarters.

Apple's new CEO John Ternus stated at the company's Surprise and Shine event that the iPhone is currently the best AI device, and Apple places more importance on data privacy than its competitors. This statement comes as Ternus takes over as CEO from Tim Cook, who is now the Executive Chairman. Apple does not plan to create new hardware for AI but hopes to make the iPhone the central way for consumers to interact with this new technology.Ternus described the ideal AI device as a "smart personal hub," stating that it should widely understand the user's personal context, always be with them, have a powerful processor capable of running AI models on the device, connect to cloud models via the internet, and feature a large display, high-quality camera and microphone, long battery life, ease of use, and seamless collaboration with other devices, applications, and services. He stated that there is no product better suited to become a smart personal hub than the iPhone.Ternus also emphasized that Apple places greater importance on data privacy, stating that others view users' personal data as something to be collected and stored. He mentioned that when data is no longer controlled by the user, trust can only go so far, which is why Apple Intelligence runs as much as possible on the device.

After Apple Inc.'s market value soared to $570 billion, the new CEO Tim Cook will welcome the release of the foldable iPhone. Since the price increase announcement on June 25, the stock price has risen by 15%, but it is still 7% lower than the peak on July 28.Morgan Stanley estimates the starting price of the foldable iPhone to be between $2,300 and $2,500, with first-quarter shipments expected to be around 6.5 million units and sales of approximately $14 billion.

American technology journalist Mark Gurman revealed that Apple has finalized the name of its first foldable phone as iPhone Duo, with a starting price of $2,000 and a maximum storage capacity of 2TB, corresponding to a price of about $3,000.The iPhone Duo is expected to be officially released in October, supporting Apple Pencil, and will be available in deep blue and white color options.

Qualcomm announced a double-digit increase in chip prices starting September 1, applicable to chips shipped after that date. Qualcomm informed customers in July that it could no longer absorb rising supplier costs. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon stated in an interview with Reuters that they are simply passing on the significant cost increases they are facing.Apple continues to procure modem chips from Qualcomm for the iPhone 17 models while transitioning to self-developed modems. Qualcomm expects revenue from Apple to decline faster than previously anticipated, dropping about 50% from the September quarter to the December quarter, as supply constraints will reduce Qualcomm's component share in the iPhone 18 series. Qualcomm also provides mobile chips for manufacturers like Samsung, with price increases covering its product line and negotiating separately with customers.

IDC expects that the first foldable iPhone launched by Apple in September will have a shipment volume exceeding 10 million units in its first year, despite a price that could reach $2,500.IDC also predicts that global shipments of foldable smartphones will grow by 12.6% this year and by 18% next year. By 2027, Apple will account for 40% of global foldable smartphone shipments.

Apple will hold a product launch event at its Cupertino headquarters on September 9 at 10 AM Pacific Time, introducing the first foldable iPhone, which is about the size of a standard passport, with a screen size close to a small iPad when unfolded.Apple also plans to release the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, featuring faster chips, improved battery life, and upgraded cameras.

According to the latest data from Counterpoint Research, the Apple iPhone 17 is the best-selling smartphone globally in the second quarter of 2026, accounting for 6% of the total global smartphone shipments; the iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro rank second and third on the list. Apple and Samsung each occupy five positions in the global best-selling smartphone TOP10 list; the top ten models together account for 26% of the total global smartphone sales, an increase of 2% year-on-year. The base model iPhone 17 remains the best-selling smartphone this quarter, with significant upgrades narrowing the gap with the Pro models, supporting sales.Apple's stock price closed down 0.14% on Tuesday and fell 0.23% after hours, with a market capitalization currently reported at $4.52 trillion. For Samsung Electronics, two models from the Galaxy S series entered the top ten; the Galaxy S26 Ultra became Samsung's best-selling model this quarter, improving its ranking by 5 places compared to the previous generation, and it is also the best-selling Android model this quarter; this is the first time a super high-end Android device has led Android sales in the second quarter.

According to a report by the Financial Associated Press, sources reveal that Apple is accelerating preparations to launch the next-generation Mac mini desktop computer, marking the first significant update for this product in nearly two years. The relevant insiders stated that this brand new desktop is expected to officially debut in the coming days, with the release likely occurring before the iPhone new product launch event in September.This updated Mac mini is part of Apple's new product lineup for the second half of this year, which will also include new Apple Watch, AirPods, and a smart home device with a screen that can recognize users through facial recognition.

According to the latest research by TrendForce, driven by rising prices of components such as memory, the material cost of the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro is expected to increase by about 38% year-on-year, making a retail price increase unavoidable. Apple may ease the extent of the price increase by sacrificing some gross margin to maintain shipment volume and market share. Analysis shows that the proportion of memory in the BOM cost of the last two generations of Pro models has risen from about 10% a year ago to about 34% in Q3 2026, and it is expected to exceed 40% in the first half of 2027. Memory has become the largest single cost item for the iPhone, replacing the traditional dominance of application processors and displays.TrendForce points out that Android manufacturers are facing greater profit pressure, especially mid-range and low-end models, with some brands potentially forced to significantly raise prices or discontinue loss-making product lines. Since early 2025, memory prices have increased by 5 to 7 times, and it is expected that global smartphone production will continue to be under pressure from the second half of 2026 to 2027. Apple may also adjust the pricing of older models in sync with the launch of new products to partially offset the impact of rising memory costs.

According to Jinshi reports, Apple is opening a lottery registration for U.S. retail employees who wish to participate in the offline launch event, which is expected to take place in the first half of September. Internal memos indicate that participating employees will assist in organizing queues, registering visitors, welcoming attendees, and supporting the security team.Historically, Apple's iPhone launch events are usually scheduled for the second Tuesday or Wednesday of the month.