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HOT PICKS ❰

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 review: past and present collide in a titan-sized story

Aulumu introduces two protective cases for Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Feb 27

Netflix exits Warner Bros. deal as Paramount takeover moves forward

Feb 27

razer releases 16-inch laptop sleeve with built-in magsafe-compatible wireless charging

Feb 27

Huawei expands Mate, Watch, and audio lineup at global event

Feb 27

Tim Cook signals several product announcements starting Monday

Feb 27

Google makes Nano Banana 2 the default image model in Gemini

Feb 27

Threads tests DM shortcut to streamline private messaging

Feb 27

Apple releases Xcode 26.3 with built-in support for AI coding agents

Feb 27

UGREEN charging ecosystem for Samsung Galaxy S26: desk, travel, and power solutions unpacked

REVIEWS

WATCHLIST ❰

The Pitt season 2 finale: Mel’s malpractice lawsuit finally explodes in a high-stakes showdown

9-1-1 season 9 episode 11 review: the bachelor auction brings charm to an uneven hour

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy episode 8 review: the life of the stars delivers the franchise’s most emotional hour yet

What to watch on OSN+ this March: psychological tension, family drama, and long-running hits

Feb 27

Bridgerton season 4 part 2 review: a fairy tale rescue, a sudden death, and a scandal that changes everything

What to watch on Disney+ this March: Marvel drama, time-travel crime comedy, and the must-see new releases

Feb 27

The Bluff review: Karl Urban and Priyanka Chopra Jonas collide in a blood-soaked pirate saga

Shrinking season 3 episode 5 review: Paul’s retirement gets real and Jimmy’s kiss changes everything

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WHAT’S TRENDING ❰

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 8 review: Higuruma’s deadly sentencing raises the stakes of the Culling Game

7 Reasons the Mackie Thump215 delivers big-venue performance without big-venue complexity

Samsung just gave the Galaxy S26 Ultra a screen with trust issues, and it’s glorious

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Back to the red future: Nintendo’s Virtual Boy still plays like a beautiful, bizarre 90s fever dream

REVIEWS

GAMING MODE ❰

Reptilian Rising preview: an ’80s tabletop fever dream where Julius Caesar fights laser raptors (and it actually works)

Battlefield season 2 roadmap breakdown: every new weapon, map, vehicle, and limited-time mode explained

Demon Tides review: Beebz, bat wings, and the most addictive jump physics I’ve felt since Mario

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MORE PICKS ❰

Google Translate adds AI-powered contextual suggestions for mobile users

Luna Ring Gen 2 introduces voice logging to the smart ring market

Feb 26

Samsung Galaxy S26 series launches with smarter AI, faster performance, and privacy display

Feb 27

Fujifilm QuickSnap partners with Tayeb Santo to spotlight analog photography

Feb 27

TikTok reveals Discover List 2026 spotlighting emerging global creators

Feb 26

Sandisk expands portable SSD lineup to address AI workflows and larger file demands

Feb 26

Dyson brings home and hair technology showcase to Dubai Mall this February and March

Feb 26

Samsung just gave the Galaxy S26 Ultra a screen with trust issues, and it’s glorious

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Feb 26

Spotify Smart reorder uses BPM and key to improve playlist flow

Feb 26

Featured podcast: 3 Geeks Podcast

GEEK CERTIFIED ❰

Sony WF-1000XM6 review: noise-canceling crown has been reforged, silence just unlocked its final form

HUAWEI Mate XT | ULTIMATE DESIGN: embracing the unknown and holding the future in your hands

Soundcore Liberty Buds review: a surprisingly complete, shockingly affordable true wireless package

Sony WF-1000XM6 vs AirPods Pro 3: battle of the noise-canceling titans

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review: a phone that doesn’t beg for attention but earns it anyway

EPOMAKER HE68 Lite review: the budget magnetic keyboard that types like a premium powerhouse

Lynk & Co 05 Hyper Halo Edition 2026 review: this is what happens when SUVs get cool again

Seats – Events Tickets app review: this might be the clean, stress-free ticketing app we’ve been waiting for

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IN CASE YOU BLINKED ❰

Feb 26

Mortal Kombat 2 trailer introduces Karl Urban as Johnny Cage

Feb 26

Google updates Circle to Search with Gemini 3 multi-search and chat-style UI

Feb 26

Instagram arrives on Google TV, expanding its reach beyond mobile

Feb 26

Belkin expands its Galaxy S26 ecosystem with smarter charging, and protection

Feb 26

Xiaomi 17 Series teased: first official look signals a flagship built for night photography

Feb 26

Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro adds wider woofer, enhanced ANC, and deeper AI integration

Feb 26

1Password subscription price increase takes effect after March 27

Feb 25

Dyson Red Velvet and Gold return to the UAE

Feb 25

Gran Turismo 7 launches UAE Time Trial Challenge ahead of Abu Dhabi World Series debut

Feb 25

Lamborghini’s electric dream hits the brakes as buyers ask for more noise

Feb 25

BenQ expands MA series with 5K and 4K Nano Gloss monitors for Mac users

Feb 25

Tecno unveils ultra-thin modular phone concept at MWC 2026

Feb 25

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: UAE start time and livestream guide

Feb 26

Your essential guide to Instax cameras for Ramadan gatherings, iftar nights, and family memories

Feb 25

Spotify experiments with an afterlife-themed speaker

Feb 25

Anthropic launches Claude Code Remote Control for mobile devices

Feb 25

Apple TV releases full trailer for For All Mankind season 5

Feb 25

WhatsApp to introduce optional account passwords

Feb 25

Google adds AI-powered workflow automation to Opal

Feb 25

Tim Cook reflects on joining Apple during its 1998 turnaround

Feb 25

Sonos prepares app update with iPhone lock screen controls via Live Activities

Feb 25

Oura introduces proprietary AI model focused on women’s health

Feb 25

Youtube Premium Lite adds background play and downloads

Feb 24

Disney expands The Little Mermaid universe with Ursula prequel

Feb 24

Spotify expands Prompted Playlist beta to more countries

Feb 24

WhatsApp scheduled messages feature spotted in beta

Feb 24

Xiaomi Tag tracker launches globally at MWC 2026

Feb 24

Nothing Phone 4a design revealed ahead of March launch

Feb 24

Acme Weather app aims to rethink forecast uncertainty on iPhone

Feb 24

iOS 26.4 beta 2 adds Apple Music redesign and new AI playlist tools

Feb 24

Pokemon GO 10th anniversary season memories in motion launches in march

Feb 24

Apple releases WatchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 beta 2

Feb 23

Apple Music 5.2 for Android beta introduces AI playlist playground and visual redesign

Feb 23

Holy anniversary, Batman: Lego DC’s 2026 lineup builds 20 years of bat-history

Feb 23

What to expect from Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17e

Feb 23

Leaks outline OpenAI’s multi-device AI strategy with speaker, lamp, and smart glasses

Feb 23

Razer Huntsman Signature edition targets collectors with premium materials

Feb 23

Microsoft reshapes Xbox leadership as new CEO outlines AI-focused future

Feb 23

Western Digital consolidates creator storage under the G-DRIVE brand

Feb 23

Eufy claims top robotic vacuum position in MEA for third year

Feb 21

Nintendo brings Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen to Switch ahead of Pokemon direct

Feb 21

Samsung launches Bixby beta with conversational AI features in one ui 8.5

Feb 24

Less clutter, more calm: Xiaomi’s smart tech picks for a smoother Ramadan 2026

Feb 20

Apple launches Relax campaign spotlighting Saudi filmmakers and iPhone storytelling

Feb 20

Toy Story 5 recasts Mr and Mrs Potato Head after original actors’ deaths

Feb 20

House of the Dragon season 3 confirms major change to Fire and Blood canon

Feb 20

Away messages, nudges, and BBM pins: a love letter to the instant messaging era that raised us

Feb 22

Google launches Gemini 3.1 Pro with improved reasoning

Feb 20

Nintendo releases paid Switch 2 upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X

Feb 20

OneDrive macOS update brings redesigned activity center

Feb 20

WhatsApp launches group message history for new members

Feb 20

Google Maps may require sign-in for reviews and photos

Feb 20

Nothing aims to elevate its mid-range lineup with phone (4a) on March 5

Feb 20

Meta is shutting down its standalone Messenger website in April

Feb 19

Huawei to unveil next-generation Watch GT Runner in Madrid

Feb 19

Dyson PencilWash wet and dry cleaner launches in UAE with slim 38mm design

Feb 19

Google’s Snapseed camera for iPhone adds pro manual controls and film styles