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DARIA bond II Brings 120 Hz AMOLED and 66 W charging to mid-range buyers in the UAE
The GCC smartphone market has a new mid-range challenger with the arrival of the DARIA bond II, a device that tries to blur the line between mainstream affordability and flagship-level performance.…
Report: UAE, Saudi consumers embrace AI and social shopping
Deloitte’s Digital Consumer Trends 2025 report points to a fast-shifting online economy in the Gulf, with consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia embracing generative AI tools, social commerce, and…
Kaspersky warns of fake university login pages targeting students and faculty
Kaspersky has issued a warning about a new wave of phishing attacks aimed at universities and their communities as the academic year begins. According to the cybersecurity firm, attackers are…
LG launches XD2 dishwasher in the UAE with steam cleaning and smart features
LG has introduced the XD2 dishwasher to the Gulf market, positioning it as a high-capacity appliance designed for both hygiene and convenience. The model debuts with a black finish and…
Apple iPhone 17 Air and Pro cases surface ahead of launch event
With Apple’s September 9 launch event just days away, leaks are already offering a glimpse at what the iPhone 17 lineup may look like. Well-known leaker Evan Blass has shared…
Oppo A6 Max shows what’s possible with big batteries in slim phones
Oppo has introduced a device that challenges conventional expectations for smartphone battery capacity and design. The newly launched Oppo A6 Max, released in China, combines a 7,000 mAh battery with…
New Samsung ViewFinity S8 expands productivity with 37-inch display
Samsung is broadening its monitor lineup with the launch of the world’s first 37-inch display, introduced under the ViewFinity S8 (S80UD) series. Positioned between the existing 32- and 43-inch models,…
e& UAE named world’s fastest mobile network for fourth time
e& United Arab Emirates has once again come out on top in global network performance rankings, securing multiple awards from Ookla for the first half of 2025. The telecom operator…
Acer enters streaming market with 4K Google TV box debut
Acer, best known for its laptops, monitors, and Chromebooks, is stepping into an unfamiliar category with the launch of its first Google TV streaming box. The Acer 4K UHD Google…
LG unveils robot and stick Vacuums at IFA 2025
LG is expanding its home appliance portfolio at IFA 2025 in Berlin with a lineup of four new vacuum cleaners, ranging from a robot model with steam-mopping capability to lightweight…
Huawei launches Watch Face VIP subscription With 100,000+ designs
Huawei has introduced a subscription service for smartwatch owners called Watch Face VIP, giving users broader access to customizable designs and added perks. The service is offered in monthly and…
WhatsApp patches zero-click exploit affecting iPhones and Macs
WhatsApp has patched a major security flaw that exposed iPhone and Mac users to a zero-click attack capable of stealing data without any interaction. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-5517, stemmed…
Dreame expands in UAE with new flagship store at Mall of the Emirates
Dreame Technology has opened a new flagship store at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai, reinforcing its ambitions in the Middle East’s luxury smart home market. The store, located on…
OpenAI launches gpt-realtime, a faster and cheaper speech-to-speech model
OpenAI has introduced gpt-realtime, a new speech-to-speech model designed to deliver more natural voice interactions at lower cost. The launch builds on the Realtime API, which debuted in late 2024…
WD Blue SN5100 NVMe SSD brings faster speeds and higher capacities for creators
The WD Blue SN5100 NVMe SSD from Sandisk arrives as part of the company’s latest push to meet the growing demands of AI-assisted workflows and high-volume content creation. Built on…
IFA 2025: what to expect from the biggest tech show in Europe
Berlin is buzzing again as IFA 2025 opens its doors, bringing with it a flood of new technology, concept devices, and future-focused smart living solutions. The iconic trade show remains one of…
Apple teases Powerbeats Fit: new earbuds “For Every Move” coming this fall
Apple is expanding its Beats lineup again — this time with a fresh take on its fitness-focused earbuds. The company quietly teased the Powerbeats Fit in a short YouTube video this morning,…
DJI introduces Mic 3, the tiny giant of wireless sound
DJI has once again stepped into the spotlight of creator gear with the launch of the Mic 3, a wireless microphone system that distills professional audio performance into a form…