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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.…
Sony updates flagship headphones with audio sharing and AI features
Sony is extending the life of its flagship audio gear through new firmware updates that add a slate of features aimed at keeping the devices competitive in an increasingly crowded…
Apple Watch 5G RedCap explained: how e& and Du support the upgrade
Apple’s newest smartwatches, the Watch Ultra 3 and Watch Series 11, are debuting with 5G connectivity, but not in the way most people might expect. Rather than equipping these devices…
Dubai taxi app Zed now covers 80% of cabs after major fleet expansion
Dubai’s fragmented taxi-hailing landscape is consolidating under fewer apps, and the latest move comes from Zed. The locally developed ride-hailing platform has added Dubai Taxi Corporation and National Taxi to…
Disney+ rolls out new app look as Hulu expands globally
Disney is preparing a major overhaul of its Disney+ app, reshaping it into a single hub for not only its own catalog but also Hulu and ESPN content (in certain…
Microsoft 365 icons redesigned for the first time in 7 years
Microsoft is rolling out a new look for its Microsoft 365 suite, giving some of the most familiar app icons in tech their first refresh in seven years. The update…
Vibe coding with AMD Ryzen AI and Radeon: how Cline and LM studio bring local AI coding to Windows
Artificial intelligence is changing how code gets written, and the IT world is starting to take notice. A new approach, informally known as “vibe coding,” has begun to redefine programming…
Microsoft confirms Clippy-themed Crocs are real, but you can’t buy them
Microsoft has confirmed that its rumored Crocs collaboration is real—and the result is footwear that blends nostalgia with questionable taste. The limited-edition clogs are styled after Windows XP’s iconic “Bliss”…
Keep calm and carry one: your power bank survival guide for Emirates flights as of October 1
From 1 October 2025, Emirates is changing the rules on power banks in-flight – here’s how to keep your devices charged without breaking them. If you’re flying out of Dubai…
Instagram tests reels as default home tab in India
Instagram is experimenting with a significant redesign of its mobile app in India: opening directly into Reels. As part of an opt-in test, the home tab shifts to prioritize short-form…
YouTube tests new mobile video page layout with mixed reactions
YouTube is experimenting with a redesigned video page layout on its mobile apps, and early feedback from users suggests the update may be divisive. The test appears to be rolling…
Spotify adds per-song exclusion to fine-tune your recommendations
Spotify has introduced a new feature that gives listeners more control over how its recommendation algorithm interprets their habits. Until now, a single play—even accidental or forced—could skew your “Taste…
Battery life improves with iOS 26.0.1, with clean installs showing best results
The latest iOS 26.0.1 update isn’t about flashy new features, but users are noticing meaningful improvements where it matters most: battery life, thermals, and day-to-day stability. Reports from early adopters…
Google reinvents the smart home with Gemini, new Nest cameras, and a redesigned Google Home Speaker
Google is making its biggest bet yet on the future of the connected home, and this time the spotlight isn’t just on hardware. At a packed launch event today, the…
Microsoft 365 Premium debuts at $19.99 with AI Copilot and productivity apps
Microsoft is consolidating its consumer subscription offerings by launching Microsoft 365 Premium, a new $19.99 per month plan that combines productivity software with AI features previously sold separately. The new…
OpenAI and Samsung sign partnership to develop global AI infrastructure and floating data centers
OpenAI has entered into a wide-ranging agreement with multiple Samsung affiliates to advance AI infrastructure and future technology development. The letter of intent (LOI) outlines collaboration across semiconductors, data centers,…
Beyond the hype: how large enterprises put AI to work
Artificial intelligence has moved beyond hype. For large enterprises, the question is no longer whether to explore AI, but how to deploy it responsibly, at scale, and with measurable impact.…