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Apple starts selling AirPods Pro 2 USB-C case by itself
After releasing the AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a USB-C case, Apple has now started selling the case by itself. Anyone with the older Lightning port version can now buy…
E3 is officially dead
E3 (The Electronic Entertainment Expo), has been declared dead by its organizer the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) after more than two decades. The news was announced on X recently. After…
Acer launches new eco-friendly solar-powered, portable energy solutions
Acer has announced the expansion of its product portfolio and business in Europe, Middle East and Africa, with a range of new eco-friendly, solar-powered, energy storage solutions. The rising demand…
Apple testing a new security feature called Stolen Device Protection
Apple is testing a new security feature in it lates beta of iOS (17.3), that can protect users when thieves learn their passcode. The new feature called Stolen Device Protection, will…
Huawei launches its first open-ear earbuds, alongside a new MateBook, MatePad Pro and MatePad Air PaperMatte Edition
Huawei unveiled its latest tablets, laptops, and earbuds at the Huawei Innovative Product Launch event themed "Creation of Beauty". Among the new devices launched at the event were the HUAWEI…
Homegrown gaming platform, GameCentric, launches tournaments with an AED6000 prize pool
As 2023 draws to a close, GameCentric, a homegrown premier gaming platform, is set to delight gamers and elevate the gaming experience with a spectacular series of tournaments. From December 3rd…
Apple releases a redesigned Apple TV app
Apple unveiled a redesigned Apple TV app that makes it even easier for users to watch Apple’s original series and films, as well as live sports, movies, and television shows…
Spatial video capture arrives on iPhone 15 Pro with iOS 17.2
With iOS 17.2, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max users can now record spatial videos — a new capability that helps users capture life’s precious moments — and…
Google releases ‘year in Search 2023’
Google has released its annual Year in Search trend report, and it dominated globally by negativity unfortunately. On a global level this year, the most searched terms in news for 2023 were…
Google Podcasts shutting down in 2024
After the shutdown announcement in September, Google Podcasts is now officially going away in 2024. The company has announced In a new support document that people will be able to use…
UPDATED: Apple blocks Beeper Mini citing security risks
Apple said it has as blocked Beeper Mini, the iMessage app for Android citing security concerns. In a statement to The Verge, Apple said "We took steps to protect our users by blocking…
Threads rolls out hashtags
Meta’s Threads gets a major update with the rollout of tags. The new tags (without the # symbol) are rolling out globally after being test in Australia. The tags will…
Apple Podcasts app is coming to Tesla vehicles
While Tesla is still resisting the rollout of CarPlay to its cars, it's now official, the Apple Podcasts app will be available on Tesla’s in-car entertainment system rolling out next…
Users can now send “View Once” voice messages on WhatsApp
After the introduction of View Once for photos and videos back in 2021, meta has now added this feature to its voice messages. You can now send a voice message that…
Apple data breach report claims 2.6 billion records leaked in the past 2 years alone
Apple published an independent study conducted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor Dr. Stuart Madnick that found clear and compelling proof that data breaches have become an epidemic, threatening sensitive…
Meta launches End-to-End encryption on Messenger alongside new features
Meta is rolling out default end-to-end encryption for personal messages and calls on Messenger and Facebook, as well as a suite of new features that let you further control your…
Samsung boosts its connected and sustainable living with Family Hub and SmartThings Energy
Samsung Gulf Electronics unveiled new features of the Family Hub™ Refrigerator. With AI features that automate meal planning and other daily tasks to deliver a more personalized experience, the Family Hub™…
HONOR announces the winners of UAE National Day photography contest
In celebration of the UAE National Day, this year, HONOR, has joined forces with Hamdan International Photography Award (HIPA) for a captivating photography contest. The competition centered around the theme…