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Samsung launches Bixby beta with conversational AI features in one ui 8.5
Samsung has opened a public beta for a redesigned version of Bixby, reframing the assistant as a conversational AI agent built directly into One UI 8.5. The update marks another…
Less clutter, more calm: Xiaomi’s smart tech picks for a smoother Ramadan 2026
Ramadan brings a noticeable shift in routine. Work obligations continue, social calendars often expand, and spiritual priorities take on greater focus. For many households, the challenge is not adding more…
Apple launches Relax campaign spotlighting Saudi filmmakers and iPhone storytelling
Apple has introduced its latest “Relax” campaign, a new creative initiative directed by Saudi filmmaker Ali Kalthami and featuring a group of Saudi-based content creators. The campaign centers on mobile…
Google launches Gemini 3.1 Pro with improved reasoning benchmarks
Google has begun rolling out Gemini 3.1 Pro, the latest version of its flagship AI model, positioning it as an upgrade focused on improved reasoning and complex problem-solving. The new…
OneDrive macOS update brings redesigned activity center
Microsoft has introduced a significant visual update to OneDrive on macOS, delivering a redesigned Activity Center aimed at better aligning the cloud storage app with Apple’s desktop environment. The OneDrive…
WhatsApp launches group message history for new members
WhatsApp has introduced Group Message History, a new feature designed to address a common frustration in group chats: joining mid-conversation with no context. The update, which is rolling out now,…
Google Maps may require sign-in for reviews and photos
Google Maps is widely used for turn-by-turn navigation, but for many people it has evolved into something closer to a local discovery platform. Users rely on Google Maps for restaurant…
Nothing aims to elevate its mid-range lineup with phone (4a) on March 5
London-based technology company Nothing has confirmed that its Phone (4a) series will launch on 5 March at 10:30 GMT. The announcement will take place during a livestreamed event titled “Built…
Meta is shutting down its standalone Messenger website in April
Meta is preparing to shut down the standalone Messenger website, ending direct web access to the service outside of Facebook’s main platform. Starting in April, users who visit Messenger.com will…
Huawei to unveil next-generation Watch GT Runner in Madrid
Huawei is preparing to introduce a new professional-grade running watch at an event in Madrid on February 26, positioning the next-generation Huawei Watch GT Runner as a device built specifically…
Dyson PencilWash wet and dry cleaner launches in UAE with slim 38mm design
Dyson has introduced the Dyson PencilWash wet and dry cleaner in the UAE, positioning it as a slimmer and lighter alternative within the growing hard-floor cleaning category. Announced in Dubai…
Google’s Snapseed camera for iPhone adds pro manual controls and film styles
Snapseed for iPhone is expanding beyond image editing with the official rollout of its built-in camera, adding manual shooting controls and real-time film-style filters. The update, version 3.15.0, is now available…
Gemini can now create 30-second songs
Google Gemini has gained a new capability: generating short music tracks directly from user prompts. The feature, now rolling out in beta, allows Gemini to create up to 30-second songs using…
Germ becomes first encrypted messenger to launch inside Bluesky
A startup called Germ has become the first private messenger to launch directly inside the Bluesky app, introducing end-to-end encrypted messaging through a native integration rather than a traditional link-out approach. The…
Pixel 10a adds 30W charging but retains familiar hardware
Google Pixel 10a has officially launched, bringing modest hardware refinements while largely retaining the formula introduced with last year’s Pixel 9a. The mid-range device keeps the same starting price across…
iOS 26.4 beta reveals early look at CarPlay video playback
iOS 26.4 beta code suggests Apple is moving closer to enabling video playback through Apple CarPlay, with early demonstrations revealing how the feature may work once officially released. Although the…
e& UAE and Samsung launch all-in TV bundled streaming and smart TV plan
e& UAE has partnered with Samsung Gulf Electronics to introduce All-In TV, a bundled home entertainment package that combines a Samsung Smart TV with multiple streaming subscriptions under a single monthly payment plan.…
Preparing your small business for Ramadan with WhatsApp business tools
Ramadan is one of the most commercially active periods in the UAE, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses looking to increase seasonal sales. Consumer behavior shifts noticeably during this time.…