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Instagram clarifies location sharing with new map indicators and privacy updates
Instagram is refining its Map feature to make location-sharing settings clearer and reduce the confusion that surrounded its rollout earlier this year. The platform announced that users will now see…
Waze rolls out AI-powered conversational reporting for hands-free hazard alerts
Waze has begun rolling out its long-awaited “Conversational Reporting” feature, allowing drivers to report road hazards entirely through voice interaction. First announced a year ago, the feature uses natural language…
OxygenOS 16 launches October 16 with deep ai integration via Google Gemini
OnePlus has confirmed that OxygenOS 16, its next major software update based on Android 16, will launch in India on October 16, 2025. The update comes with a strong emphasis…
SwitchBot’s new safety tracker doubles as a smart lock key and emergency alarm
SwitchBot has introduced a new addition to its smart home ecosystem — the Safety Alarm, a compact keychain device designed to combine everyday convenience with personal security. Priced at $39.99,…
AMD partners with OpenAI in multi-year deal to challenge Nvidia’s AI dominance
AMD has announced a major five-year partnership with OpenAI that positions the chipmaker as a serious challenger to Nvidia’s dominance in the artificial intelligence hardware market. Under the agreement, OpenAI…
Tim Cook honors Steve Jobs on the 14th anniversary of his passing
Fourteen years after Steve Jobs’ death, Apple CEO Tim Cook has once again paid tribute to the company’s co-founder, reflecting on his enduring influence on technology and creativity. Jobs passed…
Asus launches Ryzen-powered ExpertCenter PN54-S1 mini PC for business users
ASUS has introduced the ExpertCenter PN54-S1, the latest entry in its growing line of compact, enterprise-focused mini PCs. The new system is powered by AMD’s Ryzen 200 Series processors built…
UAE fires its first liquid rocket engine, marking a leap in sovereign space tech
Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has successfully built and fired the UAE’s first liquid rocket engine—a 250-newton thruster designed for small satellites and future deep-space applications. The achievement marks…
OpenAI’s always-on AI device faces hurdles from privacy to compute power
OpenAI’s long-rumored hardware project with former Apple designer Jony Ive is reportedly running into several development hurdles, raising questions about both the technology and its real-world readiness. According to new…
Shark Freestyle Max brings stronger suction to a lighter cordless upright
Shark has introduced the Freestyle Max, a cordless upright vacuum aimed at users who want strong cleaning performance in a lighter, more portable format. Marketed as the company’s most powerful…
OnePlus 15 global launch tipped for november 13 after china debut
A new leak suggests OnePlus is preparing to unveil its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 15, to global audiences in mid-November. According to a report from 91Mobiles, citing industry sources, the…
WhatsApp prepares long-awaited username feature to boost privacy
After years of speculation, WhatsApp may finally introduce a feature that users of other messaging platforms have long taken for granted: usernames. The Meta-owned service, which has always tied accounts…
OpenAI shifts Sora to opt-in copyright model amid industry backlash
OpenAI appears to be adjusting its stance on copyright and intellectual property in response to early criticism of its new AI video app, Sora. The company’s CEO, Sam Altman, announced…
LG prepares to launch CineBeam S portable projector in the UAE
LG is preparing to expand its presence in the portable projector market with the upcoming release of the CineBeam S, a follow-up to its previously launched CineBeam Q. Scheduled to…
Lenovo launches GPU services to streamline AI deployment and boost performance
Lenovo is rolling out a new set of services designed to ease one of the toughest bottlenecks in enterprise AI adoption: GPU deployment and management. Announced in Dubai on October…
Samsung testing AI-powered notification summaries in One UI 8.5
Samsung appears to be preparing another round of AI-driven features for its Galaxy devices, this time aimed at one of the most persistent pain points in smartphones: notification overload. A…
Oura Ring 4 Ceramic blends fashion materials with health tracking
Oura is moving further into the fashion-forward side of health tech with the launch of the Oura Ring 4 Ceramic, a new lineup designed to function both as jewelry and…
ROG Xbox Ally x is almost here: here’s what you need to know before launch day
The handheld gaming market is heating up, and ASUS Republic of Gamers has thrown its latest contender into the spotlight with the ROG Xbox Ally and the upgraded Ally X.…