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Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro rumoured to get new camera button, 8K video, and 8x zoom
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro is expected to deliver the most significant camera changes in recent years, according to multiple leaks and reports. While official details remain under wraps until…
Microsoft Edge adds Copilot Mode with AI tab search and voice control
Microsoft has added a new AI-driven browsing feature to its Edge browser called Copilot Mode, now available as an opt‑in service. The update, launched on July 28, offers a dedicated…
Lexar PLAY PRO 1TB MicroSD Express launches in UAE with SSD‑like speeds
Lexar’s PLAY PRO 1TB MicroSD Express card, one of the first high‑capacity cards built for the next generation of portable gaming, is now available in the UAE. Priced at AED 799…
LG Brings 32″ 4K Smart Monitor Swing to UAE with touchscreen and mobile stand
LG has introduced the 32U889SA Smart Monitor Swing to the UAE, a 32-inch 4K touchscreen display designed for both professional and home use. Priced at AED 3,699, the monitor combines an…
HONOR Magic V5 arrives in Middle East with slim foldable design and large battery
HONOR is preparing to introduce its latest foldable, the Magic V5, to the Middle East, positioning it as a device that blends portability with endurance and build quality. Measuring just…
Abu Dhabi Police teams up with Presight to deploy AI in public safety push
Abu Dhabi is taking a significant step forward in integrating artificial intelligence into public safety with a new partnership between the Abu Dhabi Police and UAE-based AI firm Presight. The…
Sam Altman warns ChatGPT users: your conversations aren’t private
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is raising serious concerns about the legal privacy of conversations with AI tools like ChatGPT—especially for users turning to the platform for emotional or personal support.…
Acer introduces affordable Android tablets and versatile 5G tools
Acer is expanding its mobile computing and connectivity lineup with the introduction of two Android tablets—the Iconia V12 and V11—alongside a trio of 5G-ready devices aimed at users who need…
Xiaomi 16 Ultra leak hints at true optical zoom in smartphone form
Xiaomi may be preparing to challenge conventional smartphone photography boundaries with its upcoming 16 Ultra, according to a leak shared by a reliable industry source. The standout feature? A 200-megapixel…
Microsoft’s Copilot gets a face—and echoes of Clippy resurface
Microsoft has quietly reintroduced a familiar idea into its modern AI experience—this time, with a softer edge and a floating face. The company's Copilot assistant, now enhanced with a feature…
Google’s new AI tool Opal lets you build apps with just a prompt
Google has opened public access to a new experimental coding tool called Opal, designed for anyone curious about building apps using little more than natural language. Available now through Google…
VSCO debuts new ‘Capture’ camera app with real-time film presets on iOS
VSCO has launched a new standalone camera app designed for photographers who want more control and creative input at the moment of capture. The app, simply called VSCO Capture, is now…
Astronomer tries to move on from viral scandal with Gwyneth Paltrow cameo
Data infrastructure startup Astronomer is trying to reframe a week of unwanted media attention with the help of a high-profile distraction: Gwyneth Paltrow. The actress and entrepreneur appears in a…
TECNO POVA 7 5G launches in Saudi Arabia with 144Hz display and 6000mAh battery
TECNO has officially introduced the POVA 7 5G in Saudi Arabia, marking the next step in its efforts to reach gamers in the Kingdom’s fast-growing mobile esports market. As part…
Apple now lets you customize wallpapers featuring its logo: here’s how it works
Apple has quietly introduced a simple but fun way to customize your own wallpaper featuring the iconic Apple logo — no software download required. As part of its recent launch…
Apple introduces new App Store age ratings: what developers need to know
With the release of iOS 26 and its companion operating systems this fall, Apple is rolling out a more granular age rating system for apps across its platforms. The company…
Lenovo launches Lecoo Mini Pro: a compact AMD-powered PC under $400
Lenovo has quietly introduced a new compact desktop in China under its Lecoo sub-brand, offering users a capable and space-efficient computing solution at an aggressive entry price. The Lecoo Mini…
UAE banks to end SMS OTPs by 2026: here’s what customers need to do
Starting July 25, 2025, banks across the UAE will begin a gradual phase-out of one-time passwords (OTPs) sent via SMS or email. Instead, in-app and biometric authentication will become the…