Apple Raises iPhone 17 Price by 10% in Japan as Yen Stays Weak

There’s no bigger event for mobile tech enthusiasts than the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. While CES in January has seen fewer major mobile announcements over the years, MWC remains the go-to event for major breakthroughs in the mobile industry. In 2026, the show will take place from March 2 to March 5 at…

Copyright protected content copied from PhoneWorld website. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has proposed expanding alternative verification methods for SIM issuance, including facial recognition through NADRA’s Pak ID application, to assist citizens whose fingerprints cannot be verified through the existing biometric system. According to a written report submitted to the government and parliament, the proposed mechanism…

Apple has added new financing options for cellular iPad purchases. As of today, you can buy cellular iPads directly from Apple with 36-month financing from AT&T and Verizon. Note that you could get 36-month financing directly from the carrier before. submitted by /u/pdfu [comments]

WhatsApp keeps adding small features that make everyday use a little more convenient. The latest one is especially for iPhone users who often make voice or video calls on the app. According to a new report, WhatsApp has started rolling out a shortcut that lets you switch between Apple’s different Mic Modes without leaving the…

The provincial government of Punjab has launched the Electric Bike Scheme 2026 to give 100,000 electric bikes to students across the province. Girls will get the bikes for free, while boys can buy them through easy monthly payments with no interest. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced the scheme at a ceremony in Arifwala. She called…

Last spring I planted blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries along the back of the yard, with tomatoes at the open end. This year the bed got away from me early, and by the time I dealt with it everything had filled in and started setting fruit. That should have made things easier. It didn’t. Brambles…