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TCL debuts T7L Mini LED TVs with high refresh rate and Dolby Atmos audio
TCL has introduced its latest QD-Mini LED TV series, the T7L, in China, targeting buyers looking for high-performance televisions at mid-range prices. With screen sizes ranging from 55 to 85…
Apple prepares AI health coach for iOS 19: what to expect from Project Mulberry
Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce a major artificial intelligence-powered upgrade to its Health app, potentially arriving with iOS 19.4 next year. Codenamed Project Mulberry, this upcoming feature set aims to…
Google Gemini 2.5 Pro free access now available to all users
Google has announced the public release of its Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model, making it accessible to all users of the Gemini application at no cost. This development expands the…
Is BlackBerry making a comeback? Reddit post sparks speculation
A recent post on Reddit has ignited discussions about a possible resurgence of the BlackBerry-style mobile phone, a concept that has intrigued tech enthusiasts for years. The post, shared by…
Musk’s AI power grab: xAI swallows X in $33 billion deal
The recent acquisition of the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, by Elon Musk's artificial intelligence firm, xAI, for $33 billion, has generated considerable discussion within the tech…
Samsung’s Galaxy A series: A56 5G, A36 5G, and A26 5G launch in UAE
Samsung's latest additions to its Galaxy A series: the Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G arrive to the UAE. These new smartphones aim to provide users…
Set WhatsApp as your default messaging and calling app on iPhone: here’s how
Apple has introduced a new customization option for iPhone users, allowing them to designate WhatsApp as their default messaging and calling application. This feature, available in iOS 18.2, offers increased…
Google’s Circle to Search gains text analysis capabilities with AI Overviews integration
Google is expanding the functionality of its Circle to Search feature by integrating new text analysis capabilities within AI Overviews. The latest Google app beta introduces three new "chips" that…
Nintendo launches Nintendo Today app, teasing Switch 2 details
Nintendo has released a new mobile application, "Nintendo Today," coinciding with the lead-up to the anticipated reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2. The app, available for iOS and Android, serves…
Instagram Reels introduces speed control, following TikTok’s lead
Instagram has expanded its Reels functionality by incorporating a feature familiar to TikTok users: the ability to play videos at double speed. This new feature allows users to fast-forward through…
Poco launches powerful, high-performance F7 series smartphones
Xiaomi's sub-brand, Poco, has officially launched its highly anticipated Poco F7 series, marking its entry into the ultra-premium smartphone market with the F7 Ultra. This new model, essentially a global version…
Lenovo introduces ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition to UAE, emphasizing AI and portability
Lenovo has launched the ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition in the UAE, targeting professionals seeking a blend of performance, style, and advanced technology. The ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition aims to provide…
ROG expands gaming portfolio in UAE and GCC with new laptops and desktops
Republic of Gamers (ROG) has introduced its latest lineup of high-performance gaming laptops and desktops to the UAE and GCC markets. The launch features the ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G635)…
Google Assistant removed from Waze on iPhone
Google has announced the removal of Google Assistant from the Waze application on iPhones, a feature that has been malfunctioning for over a year. This development has left iPhone users…
Alienware unveils six new gaming monitors, expanding QD-OLED lineup
Alienware has announced the launch of six new gaming monitors, significantly expanding its product portfolio and introducing advancements in QD-OLED technology. This release aims to cater to a broader range…
Acer launches new Predator BiFrost and Nitro graphics cards with AMD Radeon RX 9000 series
Acer has announced the release of its latest Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro graphics cards, featuring the newly introduced AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series GPUs. This launch includes six models,…
ChatGPT enhances image generation with GPT-4o integration
OpenAI has introduced a significant upgrade to ChatGPT's image-generation capabilities, marking a substantial advancement in the platform's multimedia functionality. The update, announced during a recent livestream, integrates the company's GPT-4o…
Google introduces Gemini 2.5, a new AI reasoning model
Google has introduced its latest advancement in artificial intelligence, Gemini 2.5, marking a significant leap in AI reasoning capabilities. The company's new AI model, particularly the experimental version of Gemini 2.5…