Rival Pro

Attention is turning to a 2TB version of Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro console, as discussion grows around Sony's reported anti-resale measures in Japan. Reports suggest the move could make it harder for buyers in Japan to resell the console or switch to rival platforms such as Xbox or Nintendo. Gamers are debating what this means for console ownership and second-hand sales.

A new comparison pits Google's Pixel 11 Pro against Apple's iPhone 18 Pro, jokingly asking whether the two flagship phones are copying each other's features. The head-to-head looks at how closely the rivals' designs and software behaviours have converged, feeding an ongoing debate about whether smartphone makers are simply borrowing from one another rather than innovating.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and councilwoman and rival Saikno Raman disagreed over Gaza at a mayoral forum before Jewish voters, including over whether to use the word 'genocide' to describe the war. The split highlights how the conflict is shaping local politics even in races far from the Middle East.

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro has become the best-selling phone in China, outselling flagship models from local rivals Huawei and Xiaomi. The result is notable in a highly competitive Chinese market where domestic brands have increasingly dominated, and it suggests continued strong demand for Apple’s premium devices among Chinese consumers despite intense local competition.

Tech outlet BGR asks which Android phone is equivalent to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, a device Apple has not yet released. The piece weighs current flagship Android options against the rumored iPhone, and readers are debating whether any rival can match Apple's expected top-tier hardware, camera system and software integration.

Sudan's pro-democracy leaders have brought their message to Washington, seeking American support for a civilian-led transition as the country's conflict continues. The visit highlights their effort to keep international attention on restoring democratic rule and to press US officials for backing against rival armed factions contending for power.

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro has become China's best-selling phone, outselling flagship models from domestic rivals Huawei and Xiaomi. The result is notable in a market where Chinese brands have gained ground and government pressure has discouraged iPhone purchases. It suggests demand for Apple's premium devices remains strong among Chinese consumers despite intense local competition.