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TikTok’s parent company unveils Ola Friend Buds with integrated AI
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has launched its first earbuds, the Ola Friend buds, exclusively in China. Priced at $170, these open-ear earbuds integrate with the company's generative AI…
Honor smartphones to get Google’s Circle to Search feature
Circle to Search, a popular Android feature that simplifies on-screen searches, is expanding its reach to three new Honor phones: the Magic V3, Honor 200, and Honor 200 Pro. This…
Threads to introduce “Loops” – a new take on community groups?
Meta's Threads app appears to be developing a new feature that resembles community groups, potentially called "Loops." This addition could significantly enhance the platform's social interaction capabilities, allowing users to…
vivo launches the V40 Lite 5G with focus on design and durability
vivo has launched the V40 Lite 5G, the newest member of its V40 series. The phone aims to balance design and durability with features geared towards everyday use. Available in…
e& UAE to unveil AI-powered smart home at GITEX GLOBAL 2024
e& UAE is set to revolutionize home living with its latest AI-driven Smart Home experience, showcased at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 in Dubai. This immersive exhibit offers a glimpse into the…
Google Photos will soon identify AI-generated images and label them
In a world increasingly populated with AI-generated images, Google Photos is stepping up to help users distinguish between real and synthetic pictures. A recent analysis of the Google Photos Android…
Google’s Imagen 3 image generation now available to all Gemini users
Google has announced that its latest text-to-image AI model, Imagen 3, is now accessible to all Gemini users. This powerful tool allows users to generate high-quality images simply by providing…
Meta AI expands its global reach with new languages and countries, including the UAE
Meta is significantly expanding the availability of its AI assistant, bringing it to new regions and languages. Starting today, users in Brazil, Bolivia, Guatemala, Paraguay, the Philippines, and the UK…
Say hello to your digital self: Zoom introduces AI avatars for video messaging
Zoom is taking another step into the world of artificial intelligence with the introduction of AI-powered avatars. This new feature, set to launch early next year, will allow users to…
YouTube adjusts ad format, But insists “skip” button remains
YouTube has been making subtle yet noticeable changes to its ad format, prompting some users to voice concerns about the visibility and accessibility of the "skip" button. While some reports…
Apple TV+ joins Amazon Prime Video channels lineup
In a move that expands its reach and simplifies access for viewers, Apple TV+ is set to become available on Amazon Prime Video Channels later this month in the US.…
Marshall Emberton III and Willen II arrive with bigger sound and bolder adventures
Marshall, a brand renowned for its audio equipment, has recently launched updated versions of its popular portable speakers: the Emberton III and Willen II. These compact yet powerful speakers deliver…
Threads to get more visual with Instagram Reels sharing integration
Meta's Threads app has been on a quest to solidify its place in the social media landscape, and its latest move might just be a game-changer. The company is testing…
Google Fitbit Labs introduces an AI chatbot that decodes your health data
Google is bringing the power of artificial intelligence to your wrist, with a new experimental feature that aims to make sense of your Fitbit data. Fitbit Labs, a new initiative…
MediaTek Dimensity 9400 announced, a flagship chipset primed for the future of mobile
MediaTek has officially unveiled its latest flagship mobile chipset, the Dimensity 9400, promising significant performance enhancements and forward-looking features designed to power the next generation of smartphones. Built on a…
Apple’s Swift Student Challenge returns in February 2025 to empower future developers
Apple's Swift Student Challenge, a global coding competition that encourages students to explore the world of app development, will be back in February 2025. The challenge invites students to showcase…
Nothing OS 3.0 open beta unveils revamped interface and AI-powered features
Nothing has officially launched the open beta program for its highly anticipated Android 15-based operating system, Nothing OS 3.0. Phone (2a) users can dive into the beta immediately, with Phone…
Dali enters premium noise-cancelling market with IO-8
Danish audio company Dali has entered the competitive world of high-end noise-cancelling headphones with the IO-8. Priced at $900, these over-ear headphones promise to deliver exceptional audio quality without the…