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Apple iPhone flagship lifecycle and rising component costs

7 clusters · 90 sources · last updated

Latest: Apple increases iPhone prices due to rising component costs

The iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to launch with record-high entry prices due to rising component costs for displays and memory. In Europe, the iPhone 18 Pro may launch at approximately 1,399 euros, while the Pro Max

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Dave the Diver game release and sales milestones

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Latest: Dave the Diver reaches 10 million copies sold

Mintrocket announced that its hybrid RPG, Dave the Diver, will launch on iOS and Android on September 17, 2026. The mobile port, developed with XD, includes optimizations such as fast travel, adjustable view distances, a

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Nintendo Switch 2 & Pokémon GO 10-Year Fest

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Latest: Pokémon Go players express frustration over Mewtwo events and server issues

Capcom’s Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition launched on the Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 June 2026, running a stable 60 fps with optional 120 fps in handheld mode. Reviewers noted the console’s lack of docked variable-refr

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Netflix mobile and gaming ecosystem expansion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Netflix offers over 80 games for iPhone and iPad subscribers

Netflix has announced a strategic expansion of its mobile experience and gaming ecosystem. During an innovation event in the Asia-Pacific region, the company unveiled a redesigned mobile interface featuring gesture-based

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Apple services revenue and regulatory impact

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Latest: Apple considers App Store changes to boost revenue and margins

Apple’s services division continues to face revenue challenges driven by regulatory shifts and changing consumer behavior. In the second quarter of 2026, US consumer spending on the App Store fell by 6% year-on-year, mar

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EU Digital Markets Act gatekeeper litigation

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Latest: EU Court rejects Opera challenge to Microsoft Edge gatekeeper status

The European Union General Court has issued several rulings regarding the designation of major technology services as ‘gatekeepers’ under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). In July 2026, the court upheld a decision to class

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PUBG Mobile updates and Light version development

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Latest: Tencent Games announces PUBG MOBILE LIGHT for November launch

PUBG Mobile developers announced a series of updates for the franchise, including the version 4.6 patch scheduled for September 9, 2026. This update features a gothic-themed Bloodline Awakening mode with reworked locatio

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KRAFTON BGMI Lite launch in India

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Latest: PUBG MOBILE and BGMI announce new Lite versions for optimized performance

KRAFTON is developing Battlegrounds Mobile India Lite (BGMI Lite) to increase accessibility for Indian users with budget smartphones or weaker network connectivity. The game is scheduled for release by the end of 2026.

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Japan mobile game sales rankings trends

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Latest: Granblue Fantasy and Fate/Grand Order lead gaming rankings

Mobile game sales rankings in Japan continue to be defined by the dominance of established titles. For the week of August 8 to August 14, 2026, Fate/Grand Order maintained its top position on Google Play. On the App Stor

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AI‑driven app surge strains stores and safety oversight

7 clusters · 20 sources · last updated

Latest: Apple App Store faces scrutiny over AI nudification apps

The AI‑assisted “vibe‑coding” wave that began in 2025 continues to reshape the mobile ecosystem. By mid‑2026, Apple’s App Store logged roughly 600,000 new submissions in 2025 and an estimated 560,000 in the first half of

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