TECH
Tech and geek stories making the news
iOS 26.4 beta reveals early look at CarPlay video playback
iOS 26.4 beta code suggests Apple is moving closer to enabling video playback through Apple CarPlay, with early demonstrations revealing how the feature may work once officially released. Although the…
e& UAE and Samsung launch all-in TV bundled streaming and smart TV plan
e& UAE has partnered with Samsung Gulf Electronics to introduce All-In TV, a bundled home entertainment package that combines a Samsung Smart TV with multiple streaming subscriptions under a single monthly payment plan.…
Preparing your small business for Ramadan with WhatsApp business tools
Ramadan is one of the most commercially active periods in the UAE, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses looking to increase seasonal sales. Consumer behavior shifts noticeably during this time.…
RØDE adds direct Bluetooth connect to Wireless Go Gen 3 and Wireless Pro
RØDE has released a free firmware update that expands Direct Connect Bluetooth pairing to the Wireless GO (Gen 3) and Wireless PRO, allowing both systems to connect directly to compatible…
Claude Sonnet 4.6 launches with 1m token context window and coding upgrades
Anthropic has released Claude Sonnet 4.6, positioning it as a substantial upgrade focused on coding, agentic workflows, and large-context reasoning. The new model introduces a 1 million token context window in…
Google I/O 2026 set for May 19–20 with focus on Gemini and AI updates
Google has confirmed that Google I/O 2026 will take place May 19–20 at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, with a simultaneous online broadcast at io.google. The annual developer conference remains the…
Apple Music tests AI playlist generator with playlist playground in iOS 26.4
Apple is preparing to introduce an AI playlist generator inside Apple Music, expanding its push into personalized listening tools. The feature, called Playlist Playground, is currently available in the iOS 26.4 beta…
ChatGPT lockdown mode explained: who it’s for and what you lose
OpenAI has introduced a new ChatGPT Lockdown Mode, a security-focused setting designed for people who operate in high-risk digital environments. The company has been clear from the outset: this feature…
Snapchat creator subscriptions launch in the us with global expansion planned
Snapchat is introducing creator subscriptions, adding a recurring revenue option that mirrors tools already available on platforms like Instagram and Facebook. The rollout reflects a broader shift across social media,…
Nothing schedules Phone 4a launch one day after Apple, because why not
Nothing has decided that if you can’t beat Apple’s event cycle, you might as well schedule your own party 24 hours later and bring a spray can. The company has…
PS6 release date could slip to 2029 amid global ram shortages
Reports suggest that Sony’s PS6 release date could slip significantly, with internal discussions pointing to a possible launch window in 2028 or even 2029. According to sources cited by Bloomberg,…
Samsung launches 2026 Ramadan campaign in the UAE with AI-focused offers
Samsung has introduced its 2026 Ramadan campaign in the UAE, positioning its connected device ecosystem as a way to simplify daily routines during the holy month. Announced in Dubai, the…
TikTok Next 2026 trend forecast highlights shift toward discovery and value
TikTok Next 2026 trend forecast outlines how digital behavior across the METAP region is moving toward more intentional use, with audiences prioritizing emotional value and authentic discovery over passive scrolling.…
Google confirms Android downloads backup to Drive with key limitations
Google has confirmed it is rolling out a new Downloads backup feature for Android, addressing a long-standing gap in the platform’s backup system. The change appears in the latest February…
Micron 9650 becomes first mass-produced PCIe 6.0 SSD with 28GB/s speeds
Micron has begun mass production of what it describes as the first PCIe 6.0 SSD to reach that stage, introducing the Micron 9650 series for data center and AI workloads.…
Apple muscles into MWC week with surprise March 4 event
Apple has begun sending invitations for what it calls a “special Apple experience” set for March 4 at 9:00 a.m. ET. The gathering will take place simultaneously in New York,…
iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 beta 1 released: key features and changes so far
Apple has released the first developer betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4, just days after rolling out iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to the public. The new beta builds…
Manus agents brings full AI task execution to Telegram chat
Manus has introduced a new feature called Manus Agents, expanding its AI agent platform directly into messaging apps. The first supported channel is Telegram, with availability rolling out to all…