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WhatsApp Usernames Are Finally Here - And Your Phone Number Can Stay Private
WhatsApp has launched username reservations for its three billion-plus users, enabling people to connect without sharing phone numbers. The privacy-focused feature, rolling out globally from June 29, lets users set a unique identifier - with no public directory or search function - ahead of its full release later in 2025.
Read MoreWhatsApp Drops Support for Older Phones: iPhone and Android Users Affected
WhatsApp will stop supporting older iPhones and Android devices, urging users to upgrade for continued access.
Read MoreiPhone 18 Pro Leak Reveals Massive Battery Upgrade and Longer Life Ahead
Battery anxiety might finally be over. Leaks suggest the iPhone 18 Pro is getting its biggest ever battery upgrade, a power-sipping A20 Pro chip, and up to two days of heavy use on a single charge. September can't come soon enough.
Read MoreHow to Renew Your Dubai Driving License in 5 Minutes via the App
Think renewing your Dubai driving license means a long queue and half a day wasted? This app can get it done in 5 minutes flat. Here's exactly how.
Read MoreUAE Technology Leader G42 Says AI Agents Can Apply for Jobs, Marking a New Era in Workforce Design
Abu Dhabi's G42 is now hiring AI agents as actual workforce members, complete with job applications, performance reviews, and accountability standards. The future of work just got a lot more interesting.
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Top Features That Make It a Flagship Powerhouse
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is here - and it's packing a privacy display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 200MP camera, and Galaxy AI that actually anticipates your needs. The Android flagship just got a serious upgrade.
Read MoreGoogle’s AI Glasses: The 2026 Launch That Could Replace Your Smartphone
Google is gearing up to reshape the wearable technology landscape with its upcoming AI-powered smart glasses, due for release in 2026. Designed to integrate advanced AI assistance, real-time information display, and hands-free functionality, the new glasses aim to offer a seamless alternative to the smartphone.
Read MoreUAE Businesses Get Boost as OpenAI Introduces Local Data Storage
OpenAI has launched a local data-residency option in the UAE, enabling companies, public-sector bodies, and schools to store ChatGPT-related data within the country. This move strengthens compliance capabilities and supports the UAE’s ambitions to scale secure and sovereign AI infrastructure.
Read MorePerplexity Brings AI-Driven Comet Browser to Android, Embedding Smart Assistant Into Mobile Tabs
Perplexity has launched its AI-native Comet browser on Android, bringing voice-assisted browsing, built-in summarisation, and an integrated AI assistant directly into mobile tabs. The move reinforces Comet’s vision as a browser that doesn’t just display web pages — it helps you understand, navigate, and act on them more efficiently.
Read MoreDubai’s RTA Revamps nol Pay App: Faster, More Convenient Wallet for Transport and More
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched a significantly upgraded nol Pay app, bringing a sleek new interface and powerful features — including family card management, automatic top-ups, balance alerts, and digital nol cards for compatible Samsung and Huawei devices.
Read MoreUAE's AI Revolution: MBZUAI’s PAN Predicts What Comes Next
In a major leap for generative AI, MBZUAI has introduced PAN — a powerful model capable of predicting future movements and imagining video scenes before they happen. Built on a unique architecture, PAN helps machines understand, reason and visualize how a scenario might evolve, opening up new possibilities in simulation, planning and content creation.
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