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Qualcomm could launch Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 alongside Elite 2 this fall
Qualcomm may be gearing up for a busier flagship season than expected. A new leak suggests the company will launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 this year—despite having replaced its…
JBL launches Grip Bluetooth Speaker with IP68 and 14‑Hour battery
JBL has added a new portable speaker to its lineup with the launch of the JBL Grip in China, priced at 799 yuan (around $110). Designed for users who want…
Your old goo.gl links might survive after all — if they’re still being used
Google is making a last-minute change to its plan to shut down all goo.gl shortened links later this month. While the company will still deactivate many URLs after August 25, 2025, it now…
5 new Microsoft Excel features you should try in August 2025
Microsoft has rolled out a new set of Excel features for August 2025, focusing on automation, compatibility, and improved workflows across Windows, Mac, and web versions. While availability may vary depending…
Instagram now requires 1,000 followers and a public account to go live
Instagram has changed the rules for its Live feature, removing the ability to broadcast for many users who previously had access. The platform now requires accounts to have at least 1,000…
Spotify update lets you remove the “Create” button from the navigation bar
Spotify has added a new option to remove the “Create” button from its bottom navigation bar, following months of user feedback. The feature, which was introduced earlier this year, gave quick access…
Dubai launches world’s first AI‑powered virtual Emirati family to simplify government messaging
Dubai has launched what it calls the world’s first AI‑powered virtual Emirati Family, a set of digital characters designed to make government communication more relatable and easier to understand. The initiative,…
Google launches Deep Think Math Olympiad model for $250 ultra subscribers
Google is making a version of its award-winning Math Olympiad AI model available to the public, but only to those subscribed to its premium Gemini Ultra plan. The new feature, called Deep Think, launches today…
Apple passes 3 billion iPhones sold since 2007
Apple has sold 3 billion iPhones since the device first launched in 2007, CEO Tim Cook revealed during the company’s third-quarter 2025 earnings call. The milestone highlights the enduring popularity of Apple’s…
Apple confirms new Al Ain retail store as fifth location in the UAE, joining existing Dubai and Abu Dhabi outlets
Apple will open its fifth retail store in the United Arab Emirates before the end of 2025, with the new location confirmed for the city of Al Ain. The company currently…
NVIDIA DLSS 4 coming to Clair Obscur, Dead Take, and Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
NVIDIA is bringing DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation to more titles this month, alongside a new GeForce Game Ready Driver that optimizes performance for recent releases and expands G-SYNC…
OPPO launches Reno14 Series in UAE with AI features and Gemini integration
OPPO has launched its Reno14 smartphone series in the UAE, introducing new AI-driven features and deeper integration with Google’s Gemini AI platform. The lineup includes the Reno14 F 5G, Reno14…
Dubai surpasses San Francisco in global AI adoption rankings
Dubai has ranked among the top five cities worldwide for artificial intelligence adoption, overtaking San Francisco in a new global study by Counterpoint Research. The 2025 Global AI Cities Index evaluated 100…
Reddit plans to become a go-to search engine, expands AI search tool
Reddit is aiming to position itself as a “go-to search engine” as part of a broader push to improve how users find information on the platform. In its latest update…
Apple beats estimates with record $94 billion revenue in Q3 2025
Apple has reported record results for its fiscal 2025 third quarter, ending June 28, 2025, with revenue and earnings both showing solid year-over-year growth. The company posted total quarterly revenue…
DJI enters the 360° action camera market with the Osmo 360
DJI has introduced its first 360-degree action camera, the Osmo 360, expanding its Osmo lineup into immersive video capture. The device is positioned as a high-end option for creators looking…
New instagram phishing scam uses fake login alerts to steal credentials
Cybersecurity researchers are warning Instagram users about a new phishing campaign that uses fake login alerts to trick people into handing over their account details. According to Malwarebytes, attackers are…
Samsung to launch tri-fold smartphone and XR headset by end of 2025
Samsung has confirmed that it will release a tri-fold smartphone and an extended reality (XR) headset before the end of 2025. The details came during the company’s latest earnings call,…