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From earbuds to Hi-Fi? Nothing and Kef are developing new audio products
British tech brand Nothing is deepening its involvement in the audio space through a new partnership with long-standing audio manufacturer Kef. While Nothing has gained attention for its minimalist smartphones…
Apple’s 2025 Accessibility rollout brings Braille tools, Magnifier for Mac, and more
Apple is expanding its suite of accessibility tools across devices this year, introducing new software updates aimed at improving usability for people with a range of disabilities. The upcoming changes,…
Sonos updates Speech Enhancement on Arc Ultra soundbar with AI-powered clarity
Speech enhancement in soundbars has long been one of the more stagnant areas of home audio. While televisions and streaming services continue to raise the bar for visuals and surround…
Kingston expands high-speed storage lineup with new PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD
Kingston has introduced the FURY Renegade G5, its latest PCIe 5.0 NVMe M.2 SSD designed to cater to demanding users who prioritize speed and stability in high-performance environments. With read…
OpenAI adds PDF export to Deep Research, solving a key pain point for business users
OpenAI has quietly solved one of the most persistent frustrations for business users of AI-powered research tools: the lack of reliable, shareable document output. With the rollout of a new…
Saudi Arabia unveils ‘Humain’ AI initiative ahead of high-profile tech summit
Saudi Arabia is ramping up its artificial intelligence ambitions with the launch of a new state-backed venture called Humain, part of a broader strategy to position the kingdom as a key…
Apple rolls out iOS 18.5 ahead of iOS 19 reveal at WWDC 2025
Apple has released iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, marking the fifth official updates to its current-generation mobile operating systems. Available now for compatible iPhones and iPads, the update arrives just…
Gemini AI will soon let users turn photos into short videos
Google’s Gemini AI is moving beyond text and static images, taking a notable step into animation with a new tool that transforms photos into short video clips. This new capability,…
Google quietly updates its ‘G’ logo for the first time in nearly a decade
Google has made a subtle but notable change to its iconic “G” logo, marking the first update to the emblem in nearly a decade. The new version, now visible in…
Galaxy S25 Edge debuts as Samsung’s thinnest flagship yet, packed with pro-grade features
Samsung has introduced the Galaxy S25 Edge, a new addition to its flagship smartphone lineup that pushes hardware design to a thinner, more compact form factor without compromising on performance…
Samsung unveils 500Hz QD-OLED monitor, targeted at competitive gamers
Samsung has officially launched what it claims is the world’s first OLED monitor with a 500Hz refresh rate. First showcased at CES 2025, the Odyssey OLED G6 is now available…
HONOR 400 Series puts AI-powered mobile photography in focus with 200MP camera
Smartphone photography continues to evolve, and the upcoming HONOR 400 series reflects how AI is becoming increasingly central to that progression. Set to include the HONOR 400 and HONOR 400…
Samsung introduces at-home appliance cleaning service in the UAE
Samsung has launched a new appliance care service in the UAE, aimed at supporting the upkeep and long-term performance of its home devices. The service, called S-Care: Expert Care, offers…
We can’t show it yet—but trust us, the future sounds quietly brilliant—and it slaps
We’ve been listening..... And not just to our favorite playlists—but to something brand-new, quietly brewing. While we can’t reveal it (yet), we can confirm that we’re already deep in testing…
AI-powered Enhanced Protection rolls out in Chrome to detect new scams
Scams remain a persistent threat across the internet, with fraud schemes evolving rapidly and often outpacing traditional detection methods. In response, Google is introducing AI-powered protections across several of its…
Google expands Gemini Live to business and education workspace accounts
Google is expanding access to Gemini Live, bringing its conversational AI tool to Workspace accounts after initially launching for consumer users. The feature, which enables more interactive and voice-based experiences…
PlayStation 5 introduces Apple Pay integration—here’s how it works
PlayStation 5 users now have a new payment option at checkout: Apple Pay. With the latest software update, Sony has enabled support for Apple’s digital wallet, offering a slightly different…
Once a 90s staple, Moviefone reboots for the streaming era
Once a staple of pre-internet moviegoing, Moviefone is attempting a quiet return in 2025, aiming to connect with both nostalgic users and a younger digital-first audience. Known in the 1990s…