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Apple releases second developer betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 with new features
Apple has released the second developer betas for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, continuing its rollout of the next major updates to its mobile operating systems. These follow the initial…
OpenAI’s first device with Jony Ive won’t have a screen or be wearable
OpenAI's upcoming hardware project, developed in collaboration with former Apple design chief Jony Ive, is shaping up to be an unconventional addition to the tech landscape. According to internal discussions…
Samsung confirms July 9 Galaxy Unpacked event for new foldables
Samsung has officially confirmed that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 9, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 10 AM…
Headphone face-off: Sennheiser teases Nothing, Pei fires back
In the latest episode of headphone smack talk, Sennheiser’s official Reddit account couldn’t resist poking fun at the leaked shots of Nothing’s forthcoming Headphone (1). Those images, which show strikingly…
Spigen listing suggests iPhone 17 will share 6.3-Inch display with Pro model
A recent product listing from case and accessory maker Spigen has added weight to ongoing speculation about the display size of Apple's upcoming iPhone 17. The listing, found on Amazon…
Canon rolls out firmware updates for PTZ cameras, controllers, and pro camcorders
Canon has announced a set of firmware updates scheduled for release in July, targeting its professional PTZ camera lineup, RC-IP1000 controller, Cinema EOS and XF camcorders, and its Auto Tracking…
Google app tests Pinterest-style personalized image feed
Google is currently testing a new feature in its flagship app that introduces a personalized image feed, bearing notable similarities to Pinterest's mood board format. This new "Images" tab is…
Google expands Gemini with humming-based song recognition
Google's Gemini AI is expanding its functionality on Android devices, adding the ability to identify songs by humming, whistling, or singing a melody. The feature is being gradually introduced and…
Xbox-branded Meta Quest 3S may arrive soon, but don’t expect more power
Xbox and Meta appear to be preparing a new collaboration in the form of a co-branded Meta Quest 3S, potentially launching as early as Tuesday, June 24. According to recent…
OpenAI pulls “io” video amid trademark dispute, deal with Jony Ive stays intact
OpenAI quietly removed a promotional video that spotlighted its partnership with designer Jony Ive following a court-ordered action related to trademark concerns—though insiders say the broader deal remains unaffected. The video,…
What you need to know about making AI videos in Midjourney
Midjourney has quietly added the ability to turn still images into short videos, expanding its AI image generator into basic video creation. The new feature, dubbed V1, is only accessible…
With AI strategy in flux, Apple considers buying Perplexity to fill Google void
Apple is reportedly exploring the possibility of acquiring Perplexity AI, a rising player in the generative AI space, as it seeks to bolster its underwhelming artificial intelligence portfolio. According to…
Meta and Oakley launch new smart glasses with 3K video and 8-hour battery life
Meta has announced a new line of smart glasses in collaboration with Oakley, marking its latest push into the wearable tech space. The launch introduces the Oakley Meta HSTN—a limited-edition…
OnePlus to launch gaming smartphone line with triggers and flagship hardware
OnePlus appears to be shifting gears with a new smartphone line aimed directly at mobile gamers. According to recent leaks, the company is developing a gaming-centric series that will debut…
Nothing Headphone (1) surfaces in leaked images ahead of July launch
Ahead of its official debut on July 1, Nothing's upcoming over-ear headphones—aptly named Headphone (1)—have surfaced in a set of live images. These leaks offer the first clear look at the…
Google contributes AED 21.8 billion to UAE economy in 2024, report finds
Google has released its latest Economic Impact Report for the UAE, revealing that the tech giant contributed an estimated AED 21.8 billion to the country’s economy in 2024. Conducted by…
HONOR Pad 10 launches in UAE with 2.5K display and AI productivity tools
HONOR has officially launched the HONOR Pad 10 in the UAE, expanding its tablet lineup with a feature-rich device aimed at users who value both performance and productivity. With a…
Meta rolls out Instagram teen accounts in UAE with enhanced safety settings
Meta has launched Teen Accounts on Instagram in the UAE, introducing a suite of built-in protections designed to create a safer and more age-appropriate online experience for young users. This…