Sony today introduced its latest flagship true wireless earbuds, the WF-1000XM6, positioned as a direct competitor to Apple’s AirPods Pro 3. Priced at $330, the new model delivers significantly enhanced Active Noise Cancellation—achieving a 25% greater overall noise reduction than the previous WF-1000XM5—while offering particular improvements in blocking mid-to-high frequency sounds commonly encountered in daily environments.
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Friday, February 13, 2026
Sony unveils WF-1000XM6 earbuds in attempt to challenge Apple’s AirPods Pro 3
Apple’s iPhone market share in China reached the highest January level in the past five years
China’s smartphone sales declined 23% YoY in January 2026, largely due to a high base last year and a shift in Lunar New Year promotions timing. Driven by the continuously strong traction for the iPhone 17 series, Apple stood out as the only major brand to achieve YoY growth. Its market share reached the highest January level in the past five years. Chinese brands saw double-digit YoY declines, primarily due to a high base from subsidy-fueled demand in early 2025 and a shift in the timing of the Lunar New Year. Last year, the subsidy launched on January 20 coincided with the Lunar New Year promotion period, pulling demand forward and creating an exceptionally high base, while Apple was less affected as most of its models were not eligible for the subsidy. This year, lower subsidy intensity and weakening stimulus amid subdued consumer sentiment have limited demand recovery. Apple stood out as the only major brand to achieve YoY growth and its market share reached the highest January level in the past five years, with the iPhone 17 series sustaining strong momentum. The iPhone 17 base version now qualifies for government subsidies, boosting its value-for-money appeal and driving a 9% MoM sales increase. Price cuts for the iPhone 17 series have been relatively modest so far, leaving room for further price adjustments or margin optimization ahead of the next-generation launch to support lifecycle sales. China Smartphone Sales by OEM Share and Growth, Jan 2025 vs Jan 2026
Huawei retained the leading position in January with a 19% market share, despite a 27% YoY decline in sales. The Nova series underperformed compared to last year, while the base Mate 80 model was Huawei’s top-selling model in January. Leveraging the subsidy period, Huawei intensified its trade-in promotions by offering the highest evaluated trade-in prices across different recycling platforms, combined with an additional 20% official upgrade subsidy for new device purchases. These measures helped the brand maintain its overall sales level to some extent. Other brands have yet to officially enter the promotional season. The market is still facing weak demand, despite the availability of subsidies. We expect a more noticeable sales uptick in February, driven by seasonal buying behavior around the Lunar New Year, historically one of the peak periods for smartphone purchases in China. Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post Apple’s iPhone market share in China reached the highest January level in the past five years appeared first on MacDailyNews. You're currently a free subscriber to MacDailyNews. For the full experience, upgrade your subscription.
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Apple TV and Apple Books celebrate season two of ‘The Last Thing He Told Me’
On Thursday, February 12 at The West Hollywood EDITION in Los Angeles, Apple TV and Apple Books celebrated the highly anticipated return of “The Last Thing He Told Me” with a live recording of the “Bookmarked” podcast from Reese’s Book Club, featuring the series’ stars, executive producers and author, Laura Dave. The second season of “The Last Thing He Told Me” will debut globally on Apple TV with the first episode on Friday, February 20, 2026, followed by one episode every Friday through April 10. Executive producer Reese Witherspoon, star and executive producer Jennifer Garner, stars Angourie Rice, Judy Greer and Rita Wilson, and author, co-creator and executive producer Dave participated in the podcast discussion that was moderated by journalist and “Bookmarked” host Danielle Robay. Other event attendees included co-creator, co-showrunner and executive producer Josh Singer, and executive producers Lauren Neustadter (Hello Sunshine) and Merri D. Howard.
Based on “The First Time I Saw Him,” Dave’s instant New York Times bestselling sequel to her acclaimed No. 1 New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club pick, season two of “The Last Thing He Told Me” stars and is executive produced by Jennifer Garner. In the second season, Owen (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) shows up after five years on the run, and Hannah (Garner) and her stepdaughter Bailey (Angourie Rice) find themselves in a race to figure out how to reunite their family before the past catches up to them. The second season also welcomes new and returning cast members Judy Greer, Rita Wilson, David Morse, Augusto Aguilera, Josh Hamilton, Nick Hargrove, Michael Galante, John Noble, Michael Hyatt, Luke Kirby and Elizabeth O’Donnell. Ahead of the second season premiere, audiences can dive deeper into the story with Dave’s riveting and deeply moving novel, “The First Time I Saw Him.” Read or listen to “The First Time I Saw Him” on Apple Books before watching Hannah’s thrilling journey unfold on screen. “The Last Thing He Told Me” is produced by 20th Television and Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, a part of Candle Media. Created and adapted by Dave alongside Academy Award-winning co-creator Singer, “The Last Thing He Told Me” was the first collaboration between the married couple, who both serve as executive producers alongside Garner and Hello Sunshine’s Witherspoon and Neustadter. Emmy Award nominee Aaron Zelman joins season two as co-showrunner and executive producer with Singer. Daisy von Scherler Mayer and Howard also serve as executive producers. Apple TV offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have earned 696 wins and 3,257 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning and history-making comedies “The Studio” and “Ted Lasso,” and Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.” Apple Books is the best way to discover and experience books and audiobooks. With a vast catalog of over 10 million titles, personalized recommendations and Reading Goals, Apple Books helps users discover new titles and explore their favorite genres. Apple Books is the official ebook and audiobook home for Reese’s Book Club, and features a dedicated collection of Reese’s Book Club’s monthly picks. Readers can easily discover Reese’s Book Club through the Apple Books app, where they can learn more about the latest selection and browse previous picks in a beautiful and immersive experience. Additionally, Apple Books and Reese’s Book Club are giving users the ability to get Reese’s book selection for free on Apple Books. Each month, Apple Books and Reese’s Book Club unlock this opportunity on their social channels. The first 1,000 users to redeem the offer will get a copy of the ebook on Apple Books for free.  Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post Apple TV and Apple Books celebrate season two of ‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ appeared first on MacDailyNews. Invite your friends and earn rewardsIf you enjoy MacDailyNews, share it with your friends and earn rewards when they subscribe.
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Sony unveils WF-1000XM6 earbuds in attempt to challenge Apple’s AirPods Pro 3
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