#Mobile

Huawei Global Ultra-Broadband Forum 2023 ignites industry discussions to build an intelligent world with a ‘Gigabit Society’

Huawei’s UBBF 2023 paves the way for 10-gigabit networks in Middle East, Central Asia

Held under the theme ‘Connecting Intelligence for New Growth’, the UBBF forum unites experts to share technology insights, experience innovations, and engages industry stakeholders in accelerating the transition to an intelligent world

Apple Iphone 15

Apple reveals launch date for iPhone 15

The presentation will be streamed online at 10am Pacific, with an accompanying event at Apple’s Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino, California

BYD

Apple iPad maker BYD pays $2.2bn for Jabil’s China plants

The deal accelerates BYD’s expansion into mobile electronics making

Samsung Galaxy

Samsung unveils new Galaxy Z Fold5, Flip5 in UAE

The brand has consistently refined and optimised the Galaxy Z series lineup

Saudi Arabia Type-c Charger

Saudi Arabia to mandate Type-C USB charging ports by 2025

The decision will contribute to reducing the amount of annual domestic consumption of chargers and charging cables by more than 2.2 million units annually

OPPO

OPPO: Building on inspiration and innovation

OPPO MEA’s new president Chi Zhou on the factors bolstering the brand’s popularity in the region

e-acquires majority-stake acqusiition-in-PPF Telecom -Image-e& Group

UAE’s e& eyes further expansion, acquires Czech PPF Group’s telecom assets

Once the transaction is closed, e& will fully consolidate the acquired assets under the e& international vertical

iPhone 15

Apple iPhone 15: Release date, specs, features leaked

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models are rumoured to cost $1,099 and $1,299, respectively

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UAE: Honor 90 5G, Pad X9 now available, free gifts on offer

From July 17 to October 31, Honor 90 Series users can get a range of exclusive gifts from Honor Game Center, Themes and Game Manager

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UAE telco du sees Q2 net profit rise 31.2%

On the basis of the Q2 2023 results, the company’s board of directors has approved the distribution of an interim half year cash dividend of Dhs0.13 per share

Apple

Apple eyes historic $3tn valuation amid big tech surge

The iPhone maker was on the cusp of making history on Friday, rising as much as 0.6 per cent to $190.80 in premarket trading

Huawei nova 11 pro

Review: Stepping up the game with Huawei nova 11 Pro

With features such fast charging and robust privacy and security measures, it’s a device that caters to the needs of the modern smartphone user

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WhatsApp introduces Channels, here’s how it will help

To help you select channels to follow, WhatsApp is building a searchable directory where you can find your hobbies, sports teams, updates from local officials and more

Magic5 Pro

Honor unveils Magic5 Pro, Magic Vs flagship smartphones in the UAE

The Magic series will be available for pre-order starting May 25 until June 1

Apple and Samsung

Apple, Samsung looking to expand in India, minister says

The South Asian nation is seeking to expand its early success in smartphones to other product categories

Oppo Find N2 Flip

OPPO unveils Find N2 Flip smartphone

The Find N2 Flip will be among the first smartphones in the world to receive the new Google Android 14 Beta 1 update

Pixel Fold

Google enters foldable market with Pixel Fold

The move into the pricier foldables category marks a strategy shift for Google, which has so far focused on undercutting the cost of competitor’s devices

Huawei

Huawei launches line-up of flagship devices in the UAE

With pre-orders starting May 10, the devices are available from Huawei’s e-shop, Huawei Experience Stores and across select retailers in the country

Qualcomm

Qualcomm forecast indicates smartphone slump will drag on

Revenue will be $8.1bn to $8.9bn in the fiscal third quarter, Qualcomm said, falling well short of the $9.25bn average analyst estimate

Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G-blue

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 12 Series

The latest series adds exclusive and enhanced features to upper-mid-range devices, redefining photography and overall user experience

Apple iOS 16.4

Apple rolls out iOS 16.4: Should you upgrade your iPhone?

The new features of iOS 16.4 include web push notifications, voice isolation for cellular calls, new emojis, badge count and more

Galaxy A54

Samsung launches Galaxy A54, A34 5G smartphones in UAE

Both smartphones will be available from March 21 on the brand’s website as well as in select retailers across the country

Smartphone market

Is the region’s smartphone market expected to grow in 2023?

The competition remains stiff in the coming years, especially for emerging brands

Honor

Honor’s chairman emphasises MEA region’s importance during his visit

At the heart of our values lies product innovation, and we are committed to investing substantially in research and development, says Wan Biao

Vivo Y16

Vivo Y16 launches in UAE: Specs, price revealed

The smartphone features an AI Dual Rear Camera, a 2.5D trendy design, a side fingerprint sensor and a 5000mAh battery

Xiaomi 13

Xiaomi: Setting a new paradigm in smartphones

The brand has leveraged innovation and key strengths to provide operational efficiency, convenience and technology bundled into one offering

Reno8 T

Check out what’s new in OPPO’s Reno8 T 5G

The Reno series will be available from February 28 across the region

Apple

Apple again dominates smartphone profit, taking record 85% share

The Cupertino, California-based tech giant collected 48 per cent of revenue from smartphone sales over the course of the year

Honor

Honor GCC’s country manager shares company’s business strategy for 2023

Honor will continue to push the boundaries of customer service, delivering a human-centric experience