Apple is preparing its biggest iPad mini upgrade in five years, introducing an OLED display and targeting a fall announcement with shipments in October; device codename J510. The company plans to refresh the entry-level iPad (J581) and 11‑/13‑inch iPad Air (J807, J837) next year — the entry model will mainly get a processor upgrade and iPad Air is expected in spring. Apple also expects to launch its first foldable iPhone and a new Apple Watch in September, and raised prices last month on several

Shanghai Meteorological Observatory at 07:25 on July 16 issued an orange high-temperature warning for central districts, forecasting most of the central urban area to exceed 37°C today. Xujiahui recorded 38.9°C yesterday, the hottest day since the start of summer. As of yesterday Shanghai has logged five high-temperature days. The bureau warned of adverse effects on city operations and public health and urged caution on fire and electrical safety.

More than 10 STAR Market-listed AI supply-chain companies will exhibit latest products at WAIC 2026 via booth displays covering the full chain from compute chips to terminal applications. By July 16 evening, 32 STAR Market firms had disclosed 2026 HY profit guidance; 30 were positive — 22 forecast YoY net profit growth and six expect to return to profit. The companies span semiconductors, electronic materials, high-end equipment, biopharma and lithium batteries.