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Nothing announces its Apparel drop in the UAE
Nothing, the London-based consumer tech brand, has announced the first of several Limited Drops for its inaugural Apparel collection. The first two pieces will be available to purchase on nothing.tech…
The original iPhone SE joins Apple’s vintage and obsolete products list
Apple added the original iPhone SE from 2016 to its vintage and obsolete products list. Apple classifies any device that has passed the 5 years mark since it was last sold as vintage,…
Qi2 next-gen wireless charging on iPhone 13 and 14 enabled in iOS 17.2
After announcing that the new standard in wireless charing, Qi2 will be compatible on the iPhone 15, it seems that Apple is opening up support for all iPhone 13 models and…
OnePlus 12 launched, rolling out globally early 2024
As we head towards the end of the year, there seems to be more space for brands to squeeze in more smartphones before the clock strikes 12. OnePlus unveiled its…
Instagram and Facebook Messenger chats are disconnecting
Meta said that it will soon remove the connection feature that lets you chat with Facebook friends on Instagram. Starting mid-December, the company will disconnect the cross-platform integration. Meta said that once…
Watch Marvel Universe LIVE! in Dubai
Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! shows are coming to Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai’s home of live entertainment, from 25th January until 4th February 2024. This holiday season, guests can book ‘Holiday Family Tickets’ for a group of…
PlayStation accounts are being permanently suspended
PlayStation users around the globe are reporting being locked out of their accounts and getting a message from Sony that their account has been "suspended permanently." Many PlayStation players reported the…
GTA 6 official trailer goes live
Moments after it leaked on social media, Rockstar Games has officially released the trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI. The game is arriving in 2025 with no specific date confirmed yet.…
Spotify to cut 17% of its global workforce
Spotify has announced that It is laying off 17% of its employees globally in an attempt to cut costs, CEO Daniel Ek announced to staff. Ek said that slowing economic growth and…
Android adds 11 new features
Android is rolling out 11 new features and updates across Android phones and tablets, Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV devices — including new ways to use Google Messages. React…
WhatsApp introduces Secret Code for Chat Lock
Earlier this year WhatsApp rolled out Chat Lock to help people protect their more sensitive conversations. Today the company said it is launching secret code, an additional way to protect those chats…
Taylor Swift releases ‘You’re Losing Me (From The Vault)’after becoming Spotify’s Top 2023 Global Artist
Taylor Swift has released ‘You’re Losing Me (From The Vault)’ on Spotify after becoming the streaming platform’s Top 2023 Global Artist. ‘You’re Losing Me’ is the latest from “From the Vault” releases, which…
Reddit unveils its new branding
Reddit has unveiled its new logo and character refresh. The new visual update brings a new design for Snoo, the iconic robot mascot synonymous with the brand since its early…
Google Chat gets new mobile experience
Google Chat is rolling out a new look for its mobile experience, starting with the bottom navigation bar which makes it easier for users to access key features. The new navigation bar…
GameSir launches next-gen G8 Galileo mobile gaming controller
GameSir announced the official release of its latest innovation, the GameSir G8 Galileo, a next-generation Type-C wired mobile gaming controller destined to redefine excellence and provide out-of-this-world gaming experiences. Compatible with all…
Apple unveils App Store Award winners
Apple unveiled the winners of the 2023 App Store Awards, recognizing 14 apps and games that empowered users to unleash their creativity, discover a world of new adventures, and have…
Apple’s NameDrop IS secured and NO, there is nothing to worry about
Over the last few days, reports out the US have been circulating about police warnings to parents emphasizing the need to close the NameDrop feature that Apple released in iOS17.1,…
Careem Pay launches Shopify plugin for One-Click Checkout in the UAE
Careem has partnered with Shopify, the omni-channel commerce platform, to enable customers in the UAE to pay for products and services using Careem Pay's One-Click Checkout feature. The integration will enable…