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The internet broke (again): Cloudflare outage causes worldwide chaos
UPDATED: 19:02 (UAE) Cloudflare says its services have been restored after a brief but disruptive outage that affected a wide range of websites, including platforms like X and major consumer…
Apple tests side button assistant swap in iOS 26.2, but only for Japan
Apple’s latest iOS 26.2 beta includes early signs of a change that, until now, would have seemed unlikely: the ability for iPhone users in Japan to replace Siri as the…
LG Aero alpha air purifier arrives in UAE with 360° filtration
LG has introduced the LG Aero Alpha air purifier in the UAE, positioning it as a practical option for households dealing with dust, allergens, and pets in the region. Rather…
RØDE launches Bright Friday with new color variants and accessory bundles
RØDE is introducing its Bright Friday campaign, a more colorful alternative to the usual Black Friday promotions, highlighting the company’s growing lineup of microphones and accessories offered in multiple color…
Flydubai to introduce Starlink inflight connectivity across its fleet from 2026
flydubai has announced a new partnership with SpaceX to bring Starlink connectivity to its fleet beginning in 2026, positioning the carrier to offer faster and more stable inflight internet across…
Kingston introduces dual-connector portable SSD for simple cross-device storage
Kingston has introduced a dual-connector portable SSD designed for users who need a simple way to move and back up data across different devices without relying on cables. The product…
Facebook and Instagram creators get expanded controls over lifted videos
Meta is expanding its efforts to support creators on Facebook and Instagram with a new set of content protection tools designed to help track and manage accounts that repost videos…
X introduces standalone encrypted chat app with key security limitations
X is extending its push into private messaging with the release of a standalone Chat app, a move that builds on the encrypted direct messages the platform first introduced in…
Apple’s iOS 26.2 beta 3 continues steady refinements across apps and UI
Apple’s rollout of iOS 26.2 beta 3 adds another round of incremental adjustments to the broader iOS 26 update, continuing the company’s pattern of revising interface elements and fine-tuning features…
Emirates begins fleet-wide rollout of Starlink Wi-Fi for all passengers
Emirates is beginning a broad rollout of Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet, marking a shift in how the airline approaches in-flight connectivity. Instead of the slower, inconsistent systems that many…
OnePlus 15R prepares for global release with restrained updates
The OnePlus 15R is beginning its global introduction, marking the next step in the company’s effort to position a lower-priced model alongside its flagship lineup without leaning too heavily on…
Nomad Black Friday deals 2025: for those who seek discounts worthy of a hero’s journey
TL;DR: Nomad Black Friday 2025 brings up to 75% off, and every major product in the lineup is worth grabbing. Chargers, leather cases, titanium bands, Tracking Cards — it’s all a…
Oppo unveils Reno 14F Dark Side Edition with Darth Vader styling and themed accessories
Oppo has introduced the Reno 14F Dark Side Limited Edition in Mexico, a Star Wars–themed variant aimed at collectors and longtime fans of the franchise. While limited-edition smartphones tied to…
Spotify’s new UAE pricing: lossless arrives, families lose out, and Apple Music watches quietly from across the room
Spotify finally did it. After years of teasing, hinting, nudging, dry-launching, soft-launching and “we promise it’s coming”announcements, lossless audio has arrived in the UAE—but with a twist sharp enough to snag your…
X rolls out encrypted chat as it eyes a standalone messaging app
X is expanding its messaging ambitions with the rollout of a new encrypted chat system that significantly broadens what users can do inside the platform’s direct messages. The update, simply…
Cross-platform chats are coming to WhatsApp, starting with Europe
WhatsApp is preparing to open its doors to other messaging platforms as Meta works to meet Europe’s Digital Markets Act requirements for interoperability. The move marks a shift away from…
Archer completes UAE test flights as Abu Dhabi prepares for air taxi rollout [Video]
Archer Aviation has completed a series of in-country test flights of its Midnight electric air taxi in the UAE, marking a shift from early demonstrations to more operational preparation in…
Apple Store app refreshed with new Liquid Glass design and updated icon
Apple has updated its Apple Store app for iPhone and iPad, introducing a refreshed interface built around the company’s new Liquid Glass design style. First rolled out with iOS 26…