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Apple Opens ‘Get Ready’ Pre-Order Tool for iPhone Duo Amid Supply Constraints
Apple launches its Get Ready pre-order service for the iPhone Duo, as reports highlight anticipated supply limitations and production challenges.

Diplomatic Crisis Erupts as Trump Declares Ukraine-Russia Energy Truce and Lifts Diesel Sanctions
A unilateral energy ceasefire announcement and lifted Russian diesel sanctions by US President Donald Trump blindsided Ukrainian officials and strained relations.

ModRetro Launches Chromatic Transparent Handheld Console for Classic Game Boy Cartridges
ModRetro has released the Chromatic Transparent, an FPGA handheld that plays original Game Boy cartridges with a backlit IPS screen and lower price tag.

Global PC Shipments Drop 20% as Memory Costs Surge Amid Microsoft’s Local AI Push
Global PC shipments fell around 20% in Q3 2026 as soaring memory costs collided with Microsoft’s aggressive local AI and hybrid intelligence rollout.

Konami Prepares Second and Third Waves of Silent Hill Horror Titles
Konami is expanding its Silent Hill resurrection with multiple upcoming project waves following critical and commercial success.

Denuvo Blocks Hypervisor Bypass in Star Wars: Galactic Racer
A revised implementation of Denuvo anti-tamper protection successfully counters hypervisor workarounds previously used across dozens of games.

iOS 27 Safari Update Blocks Core Ad Infrastructure for The Trade Desk
Apple’s iOS 27 update blocks key domains used by The Trade Desk, sparking ad industry debate over Safari’s strict tracking blocklists.

Epomaker Launches HE60 Wireless Magnetic Switch Keyboard at $60
Epomaker releases the HE60, a 60% wireless Hall Effect gaming keyboard featuring 8 kHz polling, an 8,000 mAh battery, and customizable magnetic actuation for $59.99.

Global Semiconductor Fab Capacity Rankings Highlight Strategic Divide Between Volume and Innovation
Industry reports reveal how physical wafer production differs sharply from revenue share and advanced node leadership worldwide.

Modern Leisure Suit Larry Games Face October 23 Store Delisting
Assemble Entertainment is pulling two modern Leisure Suit Larry titles from digital storefronts this October following earlier franchise delistings.