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Instagram adds safeguards to accounts featuring children amid growing scrutiny
Instagram is tightening safety measures for accounts that primarily showcase children, as Meta aims to address mounting concerns around child exploitation and digital privacy on its platforms. The company announced…
Reolink Altas PT Ultra launches in UAE with 500-day battery and 4K smart surveillance
Reolink has officially released the Altas PT Ultra in the UAE, adding a flagship-tier product to its growing Altas Series. Designed with durability, usability, and local conditions in mind, the new model…
Pre-orders now open in the UAE for the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra
Huawei has officially opened pre-orders for its latest flagship, the Pura 80 Ultra, in the UAE. Positioned as one of the most advanced camera smartphones on the market in 2025,…
iOS 26 beta 4: everything Apple changed, tweaked, and brought back
Apple’s latest iOS 26 beta is now available to developers, and if history repeats, this may be the version that public beta testers will receive soon. While beta 4 isn’t…
Windows 11 is getting 14 new features: here’s what’s actually useful
Microsoft has begun a broader rollout of new features for Windows 11, many of which have been quietly tested for months within the Windows Insider Program. With this latest update—arriving…
Google makes Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite generally available: here’s what to know
After a month-long preview, Google has officially released its Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite model to all developers, positioning it as the most efficient and responsive variant in the Gemini 2.5 series. This lightweight…
Infuse 8.2 adds iCloud Drive streaming and user profiles on Apple TV
The Infuse video player has rolled out version 8.2, bringing several notable updates to users across Apple platforms. This release introduces new features aimed at enhancing both personal content organization…
James Dyson Award UAE 2025 reveals diverse judging panel of tech, innovation, and media leaders
The James Dyson Award returns to the United Arab Emirates for its eighth consecutive year, with a newly announced judging panel representing a wide spectrum of local expertise in engineering,…
CMF Watch 3 Pro trades custom bezels for smarter fitness tracking
Nothing’s CMF sub-brand has released the Watch 3 Pro, its latest budget smartwatch, with a few practical upgrades—and a notable compromise. Available globally starting today at $99 (currently discounted to…
5 things every tech geek should know about the Tesla diner in Hollywood
Tesla just flipped the switch on its long-teased, retro-futuristic Supercharger-meets-diner hybrid in Los Angeles — and yes, it’s real, operational, and unapologetically weird in the most Elon Musk way possible. Located in…
Google shares first official image of Pixel 10 ahead of August launch event
With just weeks to go before the Pixel 10’s official debut, Google has opted to get ahead of ongoing leaks by publishing its own high-resolution image of the upcoming smartphone.…
Acer launches ProCreator monitors and portable displays for creative professionals
Acer has officially expanded its display and projection lineup with the launch of its ProCreator Series monitors and a new range of portable monitors and compact LED projectors, unveiled during a product showcase…
ChatGPT sees 2.5 billion prompts daily, as OpenAI reveals scope of global usage
OpenAI’s ChatGPT has reached a staggering level of daily engagement, with users submitting more than 2.5 billion prompts each day, according to new figures shared by the company. The data—disclosed in…
Apple expands retail presence in Saudi Arabia with launch of online store and app
Apple has officially launched its Apple Store online and Apple Store app in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in the company’s retail strategy across the Middle East. The launch brings direct support from Apple…
Atari 2600+ gets a Pac-Man makeover in limited edition yellow console release
To mark the 45th anniversary of Pac-Man, Atari and Namco are collaborating once again—this time with hardware manufacturer Plaion—for a themed re-release of the Atari 2600+, reimagined in an unmistakably bold Pac-Man…
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE leak reveals feature-rich earbuds for less
Samsung appears to be expanding its Fan Edition (FE) lineup once again—this time in the audio space. According to a recent leak, the company is preparing to release the Galaxy Buds…
Chromebooks now let you control your device with facial movements
Google has quietly introduced a hands-free control feature for Chromebooks that lets users navigate their device using facial movements—no mouse or touchpad required. Tucked into the Accessibility settings under the…
Elon Musk says child-friendly Baby Grok AI app is in development
Elon Musk has announced plans to launch a kid-friendly version of xAI’s chatbot, Grok. Dubbed Baby Grok, the upcoming app aims to deliver age-appropriate content and educational support for children. Musk…