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Google aims to boost search revenue by shifting iPhone users away from Safari
Google is reportedly accelerating its efforts to encourage iPhone users to ditch Safari for its own apps, particularly for search. This strategic move comes amidst concerns that the US Justice Department's lawsuit…
Massive password leak alert! RockYou2024 exposes nearly 10 Billion passwords
A new password leak dubbed RockYou2024 has surfaced, and it's a game-changer. A whopping 9.9 billion passwords, potentially the largest collection of compromised credentials ever assembled, have been exposed on…
OpenAI confirms 2023 security breach, internal AI information compromised
According to a report by The New York Times, OpenAI, the company behind the popular language model ChatGPT, experienced a security breach in 2023. The breach involved a hacker gaining…
WhatsApp enhances Meta AI with new photo analysis and editing features
WhatsApp is continuing to advance its generative AI-powered assistant, Meta AI. According to WABetaInfo, a new feature currently in development for WhatsApp beta on Android v2.24.14.20 will enable Meta AI…
OPPO Unveils AI-Powered Reno12 Series and Premium Earbuds in Dubai
OPPO has officially launched the anticipated Reno12 Series smartphones and TWS Enco X3i earbuds in the UAE. The Reno12 Series, hailed as the "AI Phone," represents a major breakthrough in smartphone…
YouTube empowers creators with AI-powered copyright eraser tool
YouTube has unveiled an upgraded tool for creators, allowing them to effortlessly remove copyrighted music from their videos while preserving other audio elements like dialogue and sound effects. This AI-powered "Erase Song"…
Apple’s rumored smart speaker with display gains credibility with new code discovery
Whispers of an Apple smart speaker equipped with a built-in display have been circulating for years. Now, MacRumors claims to have found concrete evidence in Apple's backend code, hinting at the existence of…
YouTube Music finally coming to Tesla
Tesla owners can now add YouTube Music to their list of in-car entertainment options! An upcoming update for Tesla models S, 3, X, and Y will bring native support for the popular music streaming…
DJI embarks on electric bike journey with Avinox system and Amflow PL
DJI, renowned for its drone technology, is expanding into the e-bike market with its groundbreaking Avinox drive system and the launch of its new e-bike brand, Amflow. Their first offering, the Amflow PL electric mountain…
Cambridge Audio P100: blending Style with performance, and comfort
Cambridge Audio, a name revered in the audiophile community, has finally entered the wireless headphone arena with the Melomania P100. And boy, have they brought their A-game! These noise-canceling cans are packed with features designed…
Meta rebrands AI content labels to “AI Info” following user confusion
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has revised its labeling approach for AI-generated content.Previously labeled "Made with AI," the new tag will now read "AI Info," aiming to provide a…
New leaks reveal Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 ahead of upcoming launch
As Samsung gears up for its next product launch, leaks of its upcoming devices are flooding the internet. Recently, a retailer accidentally released a large batch of images, and now,…
Proton Docs: your secure haven for private document creation and collaboration
Swiss privacy champion Proton has launched Proton Docs, positioning it as a privacy-centric alternative to Google Drive and Docs. This new offering provides users with end-to-end encrypted document creation, editing, and collaboration, all seamlessly integrated…
Apple launches Back to School deals in UAE with free AirPods or Apple Pencil
Apple's annual "Back to School" promotion has arrived in the UAE, offering higher education students and educators exciting deals to kickstart their academic year. Unlike in the UK, where gift cards are offered…
CMF Phone 1: breaking the mold in the budget smartphone scene
Forget those boring, cookie-cutter smartphones. CMF, the sub-brand of the innovative tech company Nothing, is shaking things up with its upcoming CMF Phone 1. This budget-friendly device is already generating…
Marshall reimagines iconic Major headphones with 100+ hour battery life
Iconic audio brand Marshall has unveiled the Major V, the latest iteration of their classic on-ear headphones. This new model boasts a remarkable 100+ hours of wireless playtime, setting a new standard for…
TCL launches new TV series with free TOD sports subscription
TCL Electronics has unveiled its latest C and P series TVs in the GCC region, offering stunning visuals and immersive audio experiences. The lineup includes the C855, C655, C655 Pro, and P755 models, with the C655…
Apple declares iPhone X, first-gen HomePod, and AirPods obsolete
Apple has recently added the iPhone X, first-gen HomePod, and first-gen AirPods to its list of obsolete products. While this means they won't be receiving any further software updates, they will still be eligible…