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In her second day on the stand of a landmark antitrust trial over Meta’s power, Ms. Sandberg, the former chief operating officer, also said the company faced plenty of competition from TikTok.

Another week, another round of rumors about a foldable iPhone.

While new Apple iPhone "leaks" arrive on a near-weekly basis, evidence is growing that a folding iPhone is coming soon, now bolstered by new reports about its camera and use of Touch ID.

Via 9To5Mac, Korean blog yeux1122, which covers chatter from Chinese social media site Weibo, reported that Apple's foldable iPhone will have a punch-hole camera design on its external display. The blog also shared that the internal display will be 7.76 inches with a 2713 x 1920p resolution, and the external display will be 5.49 inches with a 2088 x 1422p resolution. This is similar to the design of Samsung's flagship foldable, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

SEE ALSO: How much would the mythical made-in-the-U.S. iPhone cost?

The punch-hole camera on the external display strengthens last month's report from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who said the foldable iPhone will use a Touch ID side button like the iPad Air instead of Face ID, which is what every iPhone since the iPhone X has used. Touch ID unlocks the phone with a fingerprint sensor, whereas Face ID unlocks the phone with biometric facial recognition.

Kuo said the foldable iPhone will opt for a Touch ID "due to thickness and internal space constraints," meaning a Face ID sensor might not fit in the foldable display. For the record, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, Apple's main competitors in the foldable category, have facial recognition unlocking, although users have also said it doesn't work very well.

If this is true for the foldable iPhone, then this would also mean it won't have the pilled-shaped Dynamic Island on the display for quick access to apps.

Rumors of foldable iPhones and iPads have circulated for years now, only for Apple users to be disappointed by their absence in the iPhone product cycle. But this time, all signs point to... maybe. If it happens, a foldable iPhone might come as soon as late 2026, a date backed by Kuo and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who both have good reputations for their insider intel.

As always, take these rumors with a grain of salt, but such specific details about the foldable iPhone's design might point to a launch coming soon.

SAVE $39.01: As of April 17, get a refurbished Nintendo Switch OLED Model with White Joy-Con at Woot for $249.99, down from its usual price of $289.99. That's a discount of 18%.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is on the horizon, but the original Switch is still a great console that's worth investing in. It has a huge library of games, many of which are still just as fresh as they were the day they released, including tons of titles featuring Nintendo mascot characters like Mario, Yoshi, and more. There's a bit of confusion in the air about when you'll be able to pre-order a new Switch 2, so if you're curious about the first generation, now's the time to get one at Woot.

As of April 17, get a refurbished Nintendo Switch OLED Model with White Joy-Con at Woot for $249.99, down from the refurb price of $289.99 at Amazon, and $342.99 for a new model. That's a discount of 24% off the new price. It comes with a limited 30-day Woot warranty and has been factory reconditioned by the company, so keep that in mind when purchasing.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date just days away, per leak

This large and in charge Switch comes with a brighter, 7-inch OLED screen that's much more crisp and colorful than the old Switch. It also has a wide adjustable stand that's sturdier than the original console's, with enhanced audio that comes through in both handheld and tabletop modes. And with 64GB of internal storage, you can save a few smaller games from the Nintendo Switch eShop without adding a microSD card.

Beyond those upgrades, this is the same old Switch with tons of games to play for all types of players. It's perfect for at home or on the go play since you can dock it or play in handheld mode, and despite this being its final year as the only handheld in town from Nintendo, it's still worth every penny. Grab yours before the Switch 2 lands and catch up.

If you haven't already updated your iPhone to the latest iOS, then we highly recommend that you do so now.

On Wednesday, April 16, Apple released iOS 18.4.1. The latest update to Apple's mobile operating system fixes not just one, but two zero-day vulnerabilities that have already been exploited by hackers.

"Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS," the company said in a statement posted on its website about each of the two exploits.

According to Apple, the two vulnerabilities impact Core Audio (CVE-2025-31200) and Return Pointer Authentication Code, also known as RPAC (CVE-2025-31201).

Core Audio is an API that Apple uses to process sound on Apple's operating systems. The CVE-2025-31200 exploit basically allowed a bad actor to execute code on the device when attempting to process an audio stream in a "maliciously crafted media file."

Return Pointer Authentication Code is an iOS security feature that aims to stop an attacker from manipulating existing code for malicious purposes. The CVE-2025-31201 exploit enables a threat actor with "arbitrary read and write capability" to bypass this Pointer Authentication security measure.

In addition to the iPhone, these vulnerabilities also affect a slew of other Apple devices, such as certain models of the iPad, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, and Macs running macOS Sequoia. Apple has now released updates to each device's respective operating systems to fix the exploits.

SAVE $70: The Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) is on sale at Amazon for $329, down from the list price of $399. That's an 18% discount.

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The future of tech prices is questionable with news about tariff policies changing often. Instead of wondering what'll happen to prices next week, lock in a solid price on a super functional smart watch today thanks to a great Amazon sale price.

As of April 17, the Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) is on sale at Amazon for $329, marked down from the normal list price of $399. That's a savings of $70 from an 18% discount.

One of the most common complaints about the Apple Watch is its battery life, and Apple took that into account when designing the Apple Watch Series 10. The brand mentions this model can get up to 18 hours of battery life and it comes with fast charging. Apple says the charging feature takes the watch from 0 to 80% battery in just 30 minutes.

Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder reviewed the Apple Watch Series 10 and found it got back up to 80% in 40 minutes. But he mentioned it's not likely you'd let the watch get all the way down to dead, so he charged from 20 to 80% and found it took about 25 minutes. "This means that you can essentially charge your Watch as you brush your teeth or make coffee in the morning," wrote Schroeder.

SEE ALSO: Here's how to get a 10% discount on Apple accessories, including AirPods

In terms of design, this is the thinnest Apple Watch while also boasting the largest screen. "The new, wide-angle OLED tech Apple is using really does improve visibility when glancing the watch from the side, which, for me, is most of the time, so that's a nice touch," Schroeder mentioned in his review.

Apple also added a few other noteworthy features with the Series 10 like the Translate app and sleep apnea detection. The Vitals app is also snazzy, allowing users to take an EKG at anytime and get notifications about high, low, or irregular heart rates.

If you're thinking about upgrading your smart watch before summer, today's deal at Amazon shaves $70 off the price of the Apple Watch Series 10. You'll be getting advanced fitness tracking, quicker charging, and water resistance in a tracker that synchs perfectly to your iPhone.

SAVE $55: As of April 17, get the Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD for $129.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $184.99. That's a discount of 30%.

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If you're someone who stores a lot of things on your computer, whether that's video games, photos, videos, or other files, you know the unique frustration of suddenly running out of space. Some computers, like laptops, aren't easily expanded with additional storage, but most are, and if you're looking for an affordable SSD to give you more breathing room, Amazon has you covered. This deal on a Samsung SSD might be just the thing to give you more storage power.

As of April 17, get the Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD for $129.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $184.99. That's $55 off and a discount of 30%.

This 2TB internal SSD needs to be installed in your PC, but it will give you read/write speeds up to 7,250/6,300 MB/s, which is great for large file transfers, game installs, downloading big files, and generally speeding things up when it comes to moving data around. Of course, the size is nothing to sneeze at. You can use 2TB to store plenty of games and other items on your PC, even with today's large file sizes.

The SSD itself is meant to work quickly without overheating as well, and it's optimized to support the latest PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 standards, so you get better overall performance. Plus, it will stay up to date on its own with Samsung's Magician software, so you don't have to worry about doing it manually. If you need more space or a faster SSD, this is a great option at a price you won't have to take out a second mortgage to afford.

It's a fantastic day to be a Marvel fan, because Marvel Studios has released the first full-length trailer for the highly anticipated Fantastic Four: First Steps.

This retro-futuristic venture into the MCU wastes no time in reacquainting us with Marvel's First Family or their well-trodden backstory, with the trailer opening with a Fantastic Four crash course from talk show host Ted Gilbert (Mark Gatiss).

SEE ALSO: Watch: 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' teaser: Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and company power up

"We all know the story," he says. (And after several Fantastic Four films and reboots, we really do.) "Four brave astronauts head up into space and come back forever changed."

These astronauts are, of course, Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn). Each returned to Earth with new superpowers. Reed is now the extra-stretchy Mr. Fantastic, while Sue can wield forcefields and turn invisible, earning her the moniker of Invisible Woman. Ben, aka the Thing, developed super strength and invulnerability, and hothead Johnny burns up as the Human Torch.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps' trailer showcases all these power sets, but more importantly, it spends time fleshing out the characters' family dynamic, from Ben praising robot H.E.R.B.I.E.'s cooking to Johnny accidentally figuring out that Sue and Reed are expecting a child.

But of course, every superhero movie needs a villain, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps is working with two of Marvel's biggest baddies. First up is the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner), who glides down to Earth with some awful news. "Your planet is now marked for death," she declares.

Why? Because the planet-eating Galactus (Ralph Ineson) is on his way. The trailer shows off a glimpse of his gargantuan shadow looming over Manhattan, along with his boots stomping through the streets of New York. Looks like the Fantastic Four have their work cut out for them.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps hits theaters July 25.

Instagram just launched Blend, a a new feature that lets users create a private feed of recommended Reels in their DMs. The use-case here is kind of confusing, but it has potential to be useful for users who want to get to know their friends and lovers' algorithms better — an inclination so disturbing in nature that it might actually be real.

You could compare it to Spotify Blend playlists — which are great to have in the background of a hang or to discover commonalities with other users — but for scrolling through Instagram Reels in silence next to each other. It could also help make the Reels scrolling experience more collaborative and less lonely. If the feature does nothing else, it will likely keep users logged on for longer; a W for Instagram.

The feature has been in development since at least March 2024, and was being tested with some users in March. It'll work in one-on-one DMs or on group chats.

How to use Instagram Blend Total Time

• One minute

What You Need

• Instagram app

Step 1: Open a DM and tap Blend

The Blend icon should show up at the top right of a conversation.

Credit: Instagram

Step 2: Tap "Invite"

Once you accept or start a Blend, you and your chat will be able to scroll through suggested Reels. When you or a friend reacts to Reels in the Blend using the reply bar, it will send that to the chat to keep your convo going.

Credit: Instagram

Step 3: Scroll away

Once at least one other person accepts the invitation, the Blend will begin. It will refresh every day.

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The ruling was the second time in a year that a federal court had found that Google had acted illegally to maintain its dominance.

SAVE 10% ON APPLE ACCESSORIES: Trade-in an eligible Apple device when shopping in-store to save 10% on your purchase of a new Apple accessory including AirPods 4 and the Apple Pencil.

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The Apple family is well connected. They play well together, like synching your Apple Watch to your iPhone or using an Apple AirTag in your checked luggage on summer vacation. If you're part of the Apple crew and could use some new accessories, Apple is offering a discount in honor of Earth Day.

Apple is giving in-store shoppers a 10% discount on select Apple accessories when you bring in an eligible Apple device for recycling. Shop now through May 17 to get the discount and keep in mind you'll need to shop in-store at Apple to score the discount.

As we all sit wondering how fluctuating tariffs will impact the price of tech, we're all about finding unique ways to save on gadgets. One way is to take advantage of deals like this Apple recycling program.

In honor of Earth Day, Apple is offering a special incentive for recycling your old devices. Thanks to this deal, you can bring in your old iPhone, iPod, AirPort, or others to snag a 10% discount on new Apple accessories. The list of eligible accessories includes attractive options like a new AirTag to get ready for summer vacation or a new Apple Watch band. You could also upgrade to the AirPods 4 at 10% off thanks to this deal.

Apple mentions this promo is part of the brand's 2025 Earth Day program, falling in line with the tech giant's goal to become more environmentally friendly.

Here are the details about what Apple devices are eligible for recycling in-store and which Apple accessories qualify for the 10% discount. Keep in mind you'll need to recycle the old device and purchase the accessory during the same transaction to score the savings.

Eligible Apple devices for recycling

• AirPods

• AirPort

• AirTag

• Apple TV

• Computers

• Displays

• Hard Drives & Storage

• Headphones & Speakers

• HomePod

• iPod

• Mice & Keyboards

• Networking

• Printers & Scanners

• Smartphones

• Tablets

• Watches

Apple accessories eligible for the 10% discount

• Apple-branded adapters

• Apple AirPods 4

• Apple AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation

• Apple AirTag (1-pack)

• Apple AirTag (4-pack)

• Apple Pencil

• Apple TV 4K

• Apple-branded Apple Watch bands

• Apple-branded cables

• Apple-branded chargers

• Apple HomePod mini

• Apple-branded iPad cases

• Apple-branded iPhone cases

• Apple Magic Keyboard (excluding Magic Keyboard for iPad)

• Apple Magic Mouse

• Apple Magic Trackpad

SAVE $20.99: As of April 17, get the Google TV Streamer 4K for $79, down from its usual price of $99.99, at Amazon. That's a discount of 21%.

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If you're looking for a way to watch shows and movies no matter where you go, you've got options. You can grab an Amazon Fire TV Stick, grab a TV with built-in Roku, or one of several other streaming-centric products. Google has some especially useful options, namely in the form of its latest plug-and-play device: the Google TV Streamer 4K. If you haven't yet upgraded your Chromecast setup, now's the time to do it, thanks to this Amazon deal.

As of April 17, get the Google TV Streamer 4K at Amazon for $79, down from its usual price of $99.99. That's a discount of 21%. This price applies to the Porcelain colorway.

SEE ALSO: The Amazon Fire TV 2-Series is back at its lowest price this year

The Google TV Streamer 4K connects quickly and easily to your TV and delivers 4K content via HDMI 2.1 cable (which you'll need to purchase separately). It lets you watch both live TV and content across 800 channels with Pluto TV, Tubi, and more, as well as streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and all your favorites.

If you're upgrading from the Chromecast generation, the Google TV Streamer serves up a 22% faster processor and twice the memory of the last Google streaming products. It also has a redesigned remote with voice search, a customizable button to open the apps you designate, and a ring you can sound when it gets lost in the couch cushions.

If you still need a reliable and affordable way to stream shows and movies at home or wherever you go, the Google TV Streamer 4K is a good way to do it, especially when you can get it at a discount.

SAVE 51%: The Roborock Q8 Max+ is on sale at Amazon for just $399.99, down from the $819.99 standard price. That's a $420 discount that matches the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

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One of the best ways to tackle a chore list is to hand the tasks off to someone else. But we don't mean hiring a cleaning crew — we're talking about enlisting the help of a robot. Instead of taking the time and effort to keep your floors clean, hand the chore off to a robot vacuum and mop combo, and if you shop today's deal at Amazon, you can score a great discount.

As of April 17, the Roborock Q8 Max+ is on sale for $399.99 at Amazon, marked down from the list price of $819.99. That's a 51% discount that takes $420 off the price. Today's sale price is also matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

Not all robot vacuums are created equal. That becomes especially apparent when looking at robot vacuum and mop combos. Roborock uses some features in the Q8 Max+ that are great for getting floors both vacuumed and moped thoroughly. Plus, it does this at the same time, so you won't have to deploy your robot to vacuum and then mop at separate times.

SEE ALSO: The impressive Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum is $250 off at Amazon

For starters, the auto-empty dock comes equipped with a 2.5-liter dust bin. For some homes, that could mean emptying as infrequently as once every seven weeks. Roborock mentions the 5,500 Pa suction power works great for homes with pets, especially thanks to the DuoRoller brush that resists getting tangled with hair.

From the Roborock app, you'll be able to customize your home's floor map, create no-go zones, set a cleaning routine, and select the desired water flow for mopping. The cleaning power of the Roborock Q8 Max+ comes from a 5200mAh battery which gives it the ability to clean for up to four hours without needing a break to recharge.

Instead of worrying about when you'll have time to vacuum and mop, grab the heavily discounted Roborock Q8 Max+ from Amazon. You'll save $420 with today's deal and you can cross a time-consuming chore off your to-do list.

Watch out, Apple Watch. You've got some unlikely competition.

Asus, maker of one of our preferred gaming laptops, just debuted the VivoWatch 6 AERO, the first smartwatch to measure both blood pressure and ECG.

While ECG monitoring to detect atrial fibrillation is nothing new to smartwatches (it's been available in Apple Watches since Series 4), Asus's VivoWatch 6 AERO also delivers blood pressure sensors. Previously, getting a blood pressure measurement required the old school cuff around the arm, but the VivoWatch measures blood pressure through wristband sensors. It's a less conspicuous development for those suffering from hypertension or hypotension, who might need round-the-clock blood pressure monitoring.

While a new Apple Watch is expected later this year, there's no word if it will feature blood pressure monitoring.

At 27 grams, it's a lightweight smartwatch, weighing three grams less than the smallest Apple Watch model. It has a 1.1-inch AMOLED display and will display all of your health data with the press of a finger. In addition to its innovation in blood pressure monitoring, it tracks step count, heart rate, blood oxygen, calories, and sleep tracking. Lastly, it tracks activity utilizing a built-in GPS and has a 5 ATM water resistance rating.

Like other smartwatches, the Asus VivoWatch 6 AERO also offers message and call notifications, a timer, sedentary reminders, and a remote camera control. Plus, with Asus's HealthConnect App, you can access more in-depth displays of your health data.

So far, Asus hasn't announced a release date or price for the Asus VivoWatch 6 AERO.

President Donald Trump's tariff policy has thrown the global economy into crisis, with the stated goal of bringing manufacturing back to the United States. In addition to global tariffs of 10 percent, the president has imposed a seemingly ever-increasing reciprocal tariff on imported Chinese goods (the White House's latest figure is 245 percent). Considering how many iPhones are made in China, this could mean a sharp price increase for Apple's most important product.

Could Apple alleviate tariff pressure by moving production back home? White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt recently told the press that President Trump believes it is possible.

"He believes we have the labor, we have the workforce, we have the resources to do it," she said.

But is it really feasible to manufacture an iPhone in the United States? And if Apple were to completely manufacture and assemble the iPhone in the U.S., how much would it cost?

The short answer? The mythical made-in-America iPhone would cost about $3,000, but it would cost Apple billions more. Let's break it down.

Where are iPhones made, and how much do they cost to make right now?

The answer isn't as simple as the White House would have you believe. To even begin answering it, we first have to face the fact that we don't know how much it costs to manufacture an iPhone right now. Apple has never shared the exact figure, and probably never will. Even if we knew the exact cost of every single part that goes into an iPhone, as well as all the other production costs that go into manufacturing an incredibly complex device like that, there are still other associated costs, including research and development and marketing.

But we have to start somewhere, so let's take last year's figures by investment bank TD Cowen (via AppleInsider), which estimated the total "bill of materials" cost of making an iPhone 16 Pro Max at $485.

The figure is a simplification and (possibly) an amalgamation, because Apple doesn't produce its iPhones in just one place. Counterpoint Research estimates that roughly 80% of iPhones are produced in China, with the rest being manufactured in India. The sum of production costs probably isn't the same for each iPhone manufacturing plant, and this discrepancy is likely to drastically increase given that the current tariff on Indian imports is 10%.

Apple CEO Tim Cook holds an iPhone 15 during an Apple event in Cupertino, California Credit: Justin Sullivan / Getty Image

Even if Apple were to start manufacturing iPhones in the U.S., the process would likely be gradual. The company recently announced a $500 billion investment in the U.S. over the next four years, including a new factory in Houston, Texas, which will create "thousands" of jobs. But that factory will open in 2026, and in it, Apple will manufacture servers, not iPhones.

For comparison, Taiwan-based Foxconn — Apple's chief manufacturing partner for the iPhone — reportedly hired more than 50,000 new workers ahead of iPhone 16 production. The company employs nearly one million full-time and part-time employees globally.

So, no matter how much the final product costs consumers, bringing iPhone manufacturing to the U.S. would cost Apple billions, and possibly tens of billions, more.

Can it even be done?

All signs point to no — or, at least, not anytime soon. In 2017, Apple CEO Tim Cook laid it out very clearly: "The popular conception is that companies go to China because of low labor cost...but the truth is China stopped being a low labor cost country many years ago. That is not the reason to come to China...The reason is because of the skill and the quantity of skill in one location, and the type of skill it is."

If you don't believe Cook, or his predecessor, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, who shared a similar opinion in 2012, you can take a look at one of the rare, real-world examples we have. In 2019 (during Trump's first presidency), Apple committed to producing the Mac Pro in Texas. The sales volume of the Mac Pro is orders of magnitude lower than that of the iPhone, but Apple still ran into problems, such as being unable to produce enough of a specific kind of screw for the Mac.

Employees work at a Foxconn factory in Zhengzhou City, China. Credit: VCG / Getty Images

We also asked Willy Shih, Professor of Management Practice at Harvard Business School, if it would be possible, and his answer was a very cautious maybe. Some day, it will be possible to build the iPhone in the U.S., he told Mashable in an email interview. "But only when we get to much higher level of heterogeneous integration in the electronics, so phone assembly is easier to heavily or fully automate." He added, "we would still have to import a lot of high-value components."

In short, moving the entirety of iPhone production to the U.S. is something that would require many years, immense costs, and is unlikely to be cost-effective.

If it happened, how high would the price be?

Let's imagine that Apple truly committed to the goal of manufacturing the iPhone entirely in the U.S., and that the company pulled off this feat in the near future. How much would the iPhone cost if it was made in the U.S.?

One figure we've seen comes from Wedbush Securities' head of technology research Dan Ives, who says that a modern iPhone manufactured in the U.S. would cost around $3,500 (he didn't mention a specific model).

Shih agrees on this ballpark figure. By comparing the costs of assembly labor for a smartphone in the U.S. and China, and taking into account the differences between logistic costs, duties on components, and manufacturing yields, a guestimate is possible. He guesses that you'd end up with a U.S. retail price of "somewhere between $2,500-$3,000," but he stressed how many complex manufacturing obstacles Apple would need to overcome first.

The most expensive iPhone right now, an iPhone 16 Pro Max with 1TB of storage space, costs $1,599. Credit: Apple

Another figure, coming from Luke Capital investor Glenn Luk, who tackled the question in 2018, will make your eyes water. Luk claimed that the home-made iPhone would cost somewhere in the $30,000 to $100,000 range. Yup, that's six figures for an iPhone.

"In fact, if Apple were forced to solely manufacture the iPhone in America, there is a good argument that it would not be able to manufacture any at all. And if they could somehow successfully make the manufacturing transition, capacity would likely be constrained to just a few million units a year, said Luk.

The massive discrepancy between these figures indicates that the question is incredibly difficult to answer. Undoubtedly, making the iPhone at home would be a lot pricier. Given the higher costs, and given how fluid the tariffs are, why would Apple commit to such a big manufacturing investment?

And let's not forget about the massive volume Apple is working with — the company shipped an estimated 225.9 million iPhones in 2024. Building some iPhones in the U.S. is one thing, but producing sufficient volume to satisfy demand is a different story. "The key issues are obviously labor cost, whether you can recruit sufficient labor for the volumes they need, and of course the supply of components, many of which have never been made in the U.S.," said Shih.

Is there a more realistic scenario?

Given that President Trump has already walked back some of his tariffs, the answer is obvious: Apple will likely continue producing the iPhone overseas. The retail price of the smartphone will possibly go up a little, depending on where the tariff negotiations end up.

The company may also shift production to other countries, such as India (Foxconn has already moved some of its production capacity there, and is looking to expand further).

Finally, Apple may, over time, bring some of its production to the U.S. — though almost certainly focusing on devices that aren't produced at the iPhone scale.

The good news? That $3,000 iPhone isn't something you should fear, at least not right now.

Keep checking Mashable for our latest tariff news and explainers, from delayed Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders to reports of iPhone 16 panic buying.

For the last couple of weeks, much of the internet has been abuzz about Mario Kart World, but not entirely for positive reasons.

The flagship launch title for Nintendo Switch 2 looks and sounds great on paper, of course, but the unprecedented $80 price tag has raised plenty of eyebrows. Despite the skepticism, Nintendo has urged fans to reserve judgment until the standalone Mario Kart World Nintendo Direct livestream. Well, I did. This morning, Nintendo blew the kid off of Mario Kart World in a 15-minute Direct, and I've compiled the biggest takeaways from the event.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 tariff impacts: What we know so far This is the most social Mario Kart yet

This was already hinted at during the big Switch 2 Direct a couple of weeks ago, but Nintendo is really pushing the social angle this time around. You can freely drive around its big open world with a group of friends online (don't worry, local split-screen races are still there, too), discovering new shortcuts or just taking big group photos together using the new Photo Mode.

Nintendo Switch 2 webcam support is built-in, so you can even see your friends' faces as they infuriatingly zoom past you across the finish line. Interestingly, the camera also works with local play, recognizing up to four people's faces in one frame and putting those faces in the game during races.

Nintendo also showcased a bit of the GameChat feature that allows for open-mic voice chat and screen-sharing. This didn't look much different from what we already saw in the Direct two weeks ago, though. The voice actors doing pretend video game voice chat in the trailer sure seemed to be having fun, and the screen-sharing video feed is still very choppy-looking.

There's a bit more to Free Roam than just driving around

The biggest new addition to Mario Kart World is the big open-world map that connects every racetrack. Nintendo confirmed that some classic Mario Kart tracks will be included in this world, so it's a mix of old and new. One of the biggest questions we've all had for the past two weeks, though, is about what else there is to do when you're not racing. Thankfully, this Direct gave us some clarification on that front.

Only some clarification, though. One thing Nintendo showed was optional challenges that start up when you find and hit P-switches, which can theoretically show you new shortcuts or strategies to use during races. It's unclear what kinds of rewards you get for finishing these challenges, though.

That's not all, of course. There are hidden coins and panels to find that serve heretofore unknown purposes, and seemingly other fun distractions that should hopefully make Free Roam worth doing. It's clear that there's more that Nintendo isn't showing right now, but just how much more is in question.

Food unlocks costumes, of course Credit: Nintendo

Lastly, I'm most excited about the revelation of the role food plays in the new Mario Kart game. When I played the game a couple of weeks ago, I noticed fully cooked meals that showed up as collectible items on the track, but it wasn't totally clear what they did aside from sometimes change your character's appearance. According to Nintendo, that's the point: They unlock themed costumes you can use whenever you want afterward.

Examples given included Peach wearing a kimono after eating sushi, and Mario donning cowboy garb after eating some western-inspired food. This will probably be another great incentive to explore the world of Mario Kart World. Who doesn't love unlocking fun costumes?

Unfortunately, that's about it for the big new reveals in the Mario Kart World Direct. The game launches on June 5 for Nintendo Switch 2.

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Luna is Swedish AI company IntuiCell's version of the robot dog. But while it may look like its predecessors, Luna has something they don't: a functioning digital nervous system dubbed 'physical agentic AI.'

While most AI models rely on pre-existing data in order to build knowledge, physical agentic AI allows robots to learn by experiencing and adapting to the environments they're in — the same way humans and other sentient beings learn. These kinds of robots, IntuiCell says, could be send to explore environments on distant planets in space.

While Luna is still learning to perform basic tasks, thanks to a certified dog trainer, IntuiCell says that its next step would be to apply physical agentic AI to human-like robots.

SAVE $90: As of April 17, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is on sale for $289.99 at Amazon. That's 24% off its list price of $379.99.

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The springtime weather is a great excuse to spend some more time outside. If you're an athletic individual looking for a smartwatch to keep up with your lifestyle as you spend some more time out in the sunshine, there are plenty of deals on various models to check out at the moment. This includes a great deal on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 at Amazon.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 has dropped from its list price of $379.99 to $289.99, offering a 24% discount. This actually marks the smartwatch's lowest price yet, according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. So if you've been waiting for the best time to pick it up on sale, now's your chance. It's currently marked as a limited-time deal, so it may not stay at this price for long.

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SAVE $800: As of April 17, the roborock Qrevo Master Robot Vacuum and Mop is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon. That's 50% off its list price of $1,599.99.

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If you're still getting spring cleaning done and looking for a little assistance, a robot vacuum can be a big help with cleaning up the floors around your home. Sometimes they come with some big price tags, but there are some great deals floating around at the moment that are worth taking advantage of. This includes a whopping 50% off the roborock Qrevo Master robot vacuum and mop combo.

This discount has dropped the price of the roborock Qrevo Master robot vacuum and mop combo from $1,599.99 to $799.99. That's a great deal to jump on, and it's worth keeping in mind that Amazon has it listed as a limited-time deal at the moment. If you've been on the hunt for a high-end robot vacuum, you'll want to act fast to grab this one with its 50% off discount.

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If you're curious to see more cleaning device deals available now, you can also save on the Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum at Amazon and the Dyson V11 cordless vacuum is still on sale at its Spring Sale price.