James Marriott's book 'The New Dark Ages' argues that screens are making society post-literate, causing cognitive decline, cultural degradation, and threatening democracy. The reviewer finds the argument frustratingly unfocused, presenting eight separate claims without adequate evidence—particularly questioning whether cognitive decline is actually caused by screens rather than other environmental factors.
Apple has launched its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, with a passport-shaped design featuring a 5.4-inch outer screen and 7.6-inch inner screen. The device competes with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and Motorola Razr Fold, offering top-tier build quality and a smooth hinge mechanism, though it arrives years after competitors established the category.