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A spec-level look at GB202, the Blackwell SM, the new Tensor and RT Cores, AMP, GDDR7 and power management, compared with Ada.
Apple announced two MacBook Pro models in October 2026. A 14-inch MacBook Pro with the new M6 chip starts at $1,999. A MacBook Pro with an OLED touchscreen, in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes with M5 Pro or M5 Max, starts at $2,899. Both ship on November 6. The MacBook Air keeps its March 2026 M5 update.
Vietnam's budget phone market has aggressive price cuts in October 2026, with six models at about VND 4.5 to 5 million ($171 to $190). At the same price, the phone with more RAM and storage often gives more for the money, so compare specs before you compare brands. Memory costs were forecast to climb in Q2 2026, so these discounts may not last.
Memory chip shortages are pushing up phone and laptop prices. IDC expects average smartphone prices to rise 14% in 2026 and RAM prices to stabilize only by mid-2027, so waiting may not lower what you pay. Check the RAM and storage you need, then decide whether the price fits your budget.
In 2026 a handheld gaming PC moved from a niche purchase to one people weigh against consoles. Prices are rising: Valve raised the Steam Deck OLED to $789 in May 2026, and manufacturer battery ratings rarely hold up in demanding games.
