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Tech World: Apple’s new phones, Google appeals a big fine, Slack gets richer and more

Welcome to Tech World, your quick roundup of some of the top technology news stories from across the globe. This month, we have the new iPhones, Google’s fight against the EU and more.

For this episode’s Hot Topic interview, we spoke with Helen Merriott from EY about the use of technology in the retail space.

First though, here’s your round up of the month’s biggest tech news.

Apple unveils new iPhones

This month Apple unveiled its latest product range: including iphone 8 and 8 Plus and iPhone X.

The iPhone X costs £1,000, has an edge-to-edge display and no home button. Instead, it unlocks using facial recognition software.

All three new phones can also be charged wirelessly.

Google buys part of HTC for $1.1bn

Google is making another big buy into smartphone hardware. The company has struck a $1.1bn deal with Taiwan’s HTC to expand its smartphone business....