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Beaumont ISD plans a four-year Apple device lease
The Beaumont Independent School District in Texas approved a four-year lease covering 14,585 Apple devices, expected to cost about $11.19 million in total, or roughly $2.8 million per year, according to the Beaumont Enterprise in 2026.
| Planned devices | Quantity | Intended users |
|---|---|---|
| iPads | 4,085 | Pre-K through grade 2 |
| MacBook Neo laptops | 9,500 | Students in grades 3–12 |
| MacBook Neo laptops | 1,000 | Teachers |
The newspaper reported that district figures showed 63% of its devices had passed their recommended lifecycle and that device support had cost $469,576. Those are district-reported figures, not an independent audit. Administrators said they considered the four-year total cost, residual value and buyback, repairs, warranties, device management, and financial stewardship. They compared the MacBook Neo with Lenovo and Asus options for older students. The decision is specific to the district’s procurement needs, not a general recommendation for individual buyers.
Apple executive describes a replaceable folding-display layer
Apple vice president of Hardware Engineering Kate Bergeron told 9to5Mac that the iPhone Duo’s folding display has a replaceable cover layer above its matte coating. Bergeron said the coating helps minimize the crease and that Apple engineered the layer to last; a customer can peel it off and replace it. This is her technical description as reported by 9to5Mac, not an independent durability test.
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#1 Best Overall
- This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
- Please check with your carrier to verify compatibility.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a generic (Mfi certified) charging cable.
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
The report lists a $19 replacement through AppleCare. It did not state the price for customers without AppleCare.
Stores are preparing new product presentations
Apple World Today linked to MacRumors reporting that Apple Stores were preparing new product presentations beginning Thursday, October 8, 2026. The roundup did not identify the products or independently confirm the details, so the report does not establish what customers will see.
Rank #2
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1320x2868px at 460ppi, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM), 4685mAh Battery
- 1TB, 8GB RAM, Apple A18 Pro (3nm), Hexa-core (2x4.05 GHz + 4x2.42 GHz), Apple GPU 6-core, iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.3
- Rear camera: 48MP, f/1.8 (wide) + 12MP, f/2.8 (periscope telephoto) 5x optical zoom + 48MP, f/2.2 (ultrawide), TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth), Front Camera: 12MP, f/1.9 (wide)
- 2G: 850/900/1800/1900, 3G: HSDPA 850/900/1700(AWS)/1900/2100, 4G LTE: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/29/30/32/34/38/39/40/41/42/48/53/66/71, 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/14/20/25/26/28/29/30/38/40/41/48/53/66/70/71/75/76/77/78/79/258/260/261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - Dual eSIM
- Unlocked for freedom to choose your carrier. Compatible with both GSM & CDMA networks. The phone is unlocked to work with all GSM Carriers & CDMA Carriers Including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint., Etc.
Apple’s home hub remains a rumor
Two linked commentaries speculate about an unannounced Apple home device. Macworld says the rumored square display could be smaller than some expectations and cautions that many circulating renderings may be inaccurate. Cult of Mac suggests it might also serve as a digital photo frame alongside smart-speaker and display functions. Neither account establishes announced Apple specifications: see Macworld and Cult of Mac.
Apple reportedly posted iPhone Duo photos
Apple World Today says Apple posted six photos taken with an iPhone Duo on its Instagram account. The Instagram content was not retrievable for this review, so the count and description here reflect the roundup’s account rather than an independent inspection of the images: the linked Instagram post.
Rank #3
- 6.1inch Super Retina XDR display. Aluminum with color-infused glass back. Ring/Silent switch
- Dynamic Island. A magical way to interact with iPhone. A16 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU
- Advanced dual-camera system. 48MP Main | Ultra Wide. Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP). Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control. 4X optical zoom range
- Emergency SOS via satellite. Crash Detection. Roadside Assistance via satellite
- Up to 26 hours video playback. USB C, Supports USB 2. Face ID
Phone-hacking company claims an iPhone reboot bypass
According to the roundup’s summary of 404 Media, a company that makes phone-hacking devices claims it developed a way to bypass the iPhone’s automatic inactivity reboot. The claimed bypass could make data on locked phones more accessible to police. The reviewed reporting does not establish independent verification of the company’s claim; see 404 Media’s report.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Apple’s EU lobbying figures are attributed to the Financial Times
Apple World Today attributes to the Financial Times a report that Apple met EU policymakers 257 times since June 2024 and spent €8 million to €9 million per year on lobbying. The Financial Times story was subscription-restricted and could not be fully inspected, so these figures should be read as reported by the FT via the October 2 roundup, not independently confirmed here: the linked report.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- 6.7inch Super Retina XDR display. ProMotion technology. Always-On display. Titanium with textured matte glass back. Action button
- Dynamic Island. A magical way to interact with iPhone. A17 Pro chip with 6-core GPU
- Pro camera system. 48MP Main | Ultra Wide| Telephoto. Super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP). Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control. Up to 10x optical zoom range
- Emergency SOS via satellite. Crash Detection. Roadside Assistance via satellite
- Up to 29 hours video playback. USB-C, Supports USB 3 for up to 20x faster transfers. Face ID
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