Mobile today: October 18

Today's mobile roundup covers new hardware launches, software updates, and supply challenges across major brands. From foldable fixes to upcoming touchscreen laptops, the stories highlight Apple, Samsung, Google and Fitbit developments.

• How to fix scaling and app size issues on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 A guide shows how to resolve scaling and app‑size problems on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for users experiencing improper app display. (Engadget)
• iOS 27's new CarPlay features are great, but only these iPhones can actually use them iOS 27 introduces several new CarPlay capabilities, but only specific iPhone models are compatible with the full feature set. (Engadget)
• Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook could debut on November 6: Here’s what to expect Apple plans to launch its inaugural touchscreen MacBook as early as November 6, following an October 27 announcement and a decade without touch displays on its notebooks. (9to5Mac)
• Apple’s next HomeView could debut as soon as next year with a robotic arm: report Apple unveiled the $299 HomeView smart display, which could arrive next year featuring a robotic arm, after delays tied to a more advanced Siri. (9to5Mac)
• iPhone Duo demand means you probably can't get Apple's foldable in store Apple Store staff have been warned that the iPhone Duo will be in short supply at retail locations, limiting in‑store availability. (TechRadar)
• Whatever you do, don’t buy a Fitbit Edge on day one Readers are advised to hold off on buying the Fitbit Edge on launch day, as waiting a short period may prove advantageous. (Android Authority)
• The biggest reason not to buy a Googlebook is all about timing Potential buyers are cautioned against purchasing a Googlebook now because the launch timing is unfavorable and it may strain their budget. (9to5Google)
• Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro Apple has released the iPhone 18 Pro while discontinuing the iPhone 17 Pro, causing remaining 17 Pro inventory to dwindle. (GSMArena)