Tablet News

Google’s early-access Home MCP lets approved AI clients access Google Home device data and controls, though setup is aimed at power users and sensitive actions remain restricted.

HONOR has outlined its China beta rollout for MagicOS 11, the Android 17-based update. The first wave includes the MagicPad 3 and MagicPad 3 Pro, while older tablets are scheduled to join testing in October and November.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 reportedly saw a roughly 10% week-over-week sales increase in South Korea after Apple introduced its first foldable, the iPhone Duo. The early movement may reflect shoppers finishing a delayed buying decision, with a much wider local price gap favoring Samsung than in the U.S.

A new unconfirmed report describes Project Canis as an AMD-powered PlayStation handheld built around aggressive image reconstruction rather than PS5 Pro-level raw performance. The rumored device could arrive in late 2027, but Sony has not announced it.

BenQ’s ScreenBar Halo 2 combines a monitor-mounted front light, rear bias lighting, and a wireless dial in a premium workspace accessory designed to free desk space and make long screen sessions more comfortable.

Microsoft will use an Oct. 7 event in San Francisco to discuss Windows, Surface, NVIDIA RTX Spark, and locally processed AI—potentially including pricing and availability details for the Surface Laptop Ultra.

Analyst Jeff Pu views early iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max preorder demand as lukewarm, though delivery windows alone cannot reveal total sales. Some prospective Pro buyers may also be holding out for Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo.

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman expects Apple’s thin foldable design to keep driving hardware trade-offs, with Face ID and a dedicated telephoto camera potentially returning only on a third-generation iPhone Duo.

A leak suggests Samsung is considering an earlier-than-planned launch for the Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and a separate rollable phone. The next tri-fold is said to focus on reducing the first model’s size and weight while improving durability.

An unverified Geekbench 7 run lists Apple’s M6 at 4,071 single-core and 22,783 multi-core points, suggesting a notable CPU gain over M5 while leaving GPU, AI, and sustained-performance questions unanswered.