The Verge - Apple November 5, 2026

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Blue Origin CEO reportedly sent a memo to staff about the new timeline. | Anadolu via Getty Images Blue Origin plans to do its next New Glenn rocket launch in January 2027, according to CNBC and the Financial Times, which cite a memo from CEO Dave Limp sent to staff. The new timeline follows a May l…

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