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OpenAI releases GPT-4.1 to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users for advanced coding tasks
OpenAI has rolled out broader access to its GPT-4.1 model, making it available to users on its ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team subscription tiers. Initially launched in April as an…
YouTube to insert ads after emotional highs with new Peak Points format
YouTube is rolling out a new ad format called “Peak Points,” designed to insert advertisements immediately after emotionally charged or highly engaging moments within videos. The update, announced during YouTube’s…
OpenAI may build AI data centers in UAE as part of global push
OpenAI is considering establishing data centers in the United Arab Emirates, signaling a major step in its push to expand infrastructure beyond the U.S. and Europe. A formal announcement could…
Apple Maps now features expert insights from MICHELIN, infatuation, and Golf Digest
Apple Maps is expanding its utility as a travel and lifestyle tool with the integration of expert reviews and ratings into its platform. Beginning today, U.S. users can access curated…
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge pre-orders in UAE: price, specs, and features
Samsung Gulf Electronics has opened pre-orders for the Galaxy S25 Edge across the UAE, offering customers early access to the company’s latest addition to its flagship S Series lineup. The…
Sandisk launches fastest SSD yet with WD_BLACK SN8100 Gen 5.0
Sandisk has introduced the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD, its latest high-performance internal drive built on PCIe Gen 5.0 technology. With advertised sequential read speeds of up to 14,900MB/s and storage…
Botim launches Send Now, Pay Later for UAE expats in need of remittance flexibility
Botim, the messaging app turned multi-service platform under UAE-based Astra Tech, has officially introduced a new feature aimed at easing financial pressure for expatriates in the country. The “Send Now,…
Google tests ‘AI Mode’ as replacement for ‘I’m Feeling Lucky’ on homepage
Google is testing a small but symbolic change to its iconic homepage by replacing the long-standing “I’m Feeling Lucky” button with a new feature called “AI Mode.” The move is…
AMD and HUMAIN announce $10B deal to build global AI infrastructure
AMD and Saudi-based AI firm HUMAIN have entered into a long-term collaboration to deploy large-scale AI infrastructure aimed at supporting the increasing demand for compute power across both public and…
Qualcomm and HUMAIN to build advanced AI data centers in Saudi Arabia
Qualcomm Technologies and Saudi Arabia’s AI firm HUMAIN have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop advanced AI data centers and cloud-to-edge infrastructure in the Kingdom. The partnership is…
Saudi Arabia and AWS launch $5B AI Zone to boost global AI strategy
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Saudi Arabia’s AI venture HUMAIN have announced a multibillion-dollar partnership aimed at building a large-scale artificial intelligence hub in the Kingdom. The joint investment—exceeding $5…
Google unveils Material 3 Expressive for a more personal and fluid Android experience
Android and Wear OS are receiving a major visual and functional overhaul with the upcoming release of Material 3 Expressive, Google’s latest evolution of its design system. The update, which will…
Apple partners with Synchron to bring mind-control tech to iOS devices
With iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 arriving this fall, Apple is preparing to introduce support for Brain Computer Interfaces (BCIs)—a major step toward enabling mind-controlled interaction with its devices. Though…
Spotify DJ can now take voice requests—If you’re a premium user
Spotify is adding more interactivity to its AI-powered DJ feature, allowing Premium users to make real-time music requests using voice commands. The update, currently in beta, adds a new layer…
TikTok debuts AI Alive: a new tool to animate your photos into short videos
TikTok has launched AI Alive, a new image-to-video generator built directly into its Stories feature. The tool allows users to animate static photos into short video clips using artificial intelligence, further…
Nothing Phone 3 price revealed: a $1,000 leap into flagship territory
Nothing has officially confirmed the pricing for its upcoming Phone (3), and it marks a noticeable shift in both strategy and ambition. Priced at around £800—approximately $1,063, the Phone (3)…
Google expands Gemini AI to TVs, cars, smartwatches, and XR headsets
Google is preparing to expand its Gemini AI assistant beyond smartphones and web browsers, bringing the tool to a broader ecosystem of devices including TVs, smartwatches, cars, and upcoming extended…
Google renames Find My Device to Find Hub, expands tracking to people and luggage
Google is renaming its Find My Device network to Find Hub, signaling a broader shift in scope from simply locating phones and tablets to tracking everything from luggage to people. Announced…