Apple has announced a surprise Halloween event, generating buzz around the launch of new iMacs and MacBooks. The event is scheduled for October 30 and Apple has remained secretive about the specifics of the lineup. However, insights from Bloomberg suggest that an updated 24-inch iMac and two new MacBook Pro models may be unveiled during the event. The report also hints at the future release of a larger Pro version of the iMac. The event is highly anticipated by Apple fans and will commence at 5 pm PT on October 30.
In other news, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, shared promising advancements in its social media venture, Threads. During their quarterly earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed that Threads has attracted nearly 100 million monthly users within just three months of its launch. Zuckerberg expressed his satisfaction with the platform’s rapid growth and emphasized Meta’s commitment to expanding the Threads community. He also discussed the progress of Click-to-Message advertisements in the Indian market, highlighting the substantial revenue potential of business messaging for Meta.
Xiaomi has officially launched its latest flagship series, the Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro, in China. These smartphones feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and Xiaomi’s new HyperOS. They offer LTPO OLED displays with 2K resolution and a Dynamic 120Hz refresh rate, as well as a triple rear camera setup developed in collaboration with Leica. The Xiaomi 14 series provides substantial memory and storage options, with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of onboard storage. The base model of the Xiaomi 14 starts at CNY 3,999, while the Xiaomi 14 Pro starts at CNY 4,999. There is currently no information regarding the release of the Xiaomi 14 series in the Indian market.
Lastly, Meta and Instagram are facing a legal battle as multiple US states accuse them of having a detrimental impact on youth mental health due to their addictive nature. The states, including California and Illinois, contend that Meta has misled the public about the hazards of its platforms and deliberately attracted young users to compulsive usage. The lawsuit seeks civil penalties ranging from $1,000 to $50,000 per violation. Meta has defended its actions by claiming efforts to enhance the safety of young users. The outcome of the legal battle could have significant financial ramifications for Meta.
