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Transport App Uber Launches Two New Services In Dubai

A new affordable option, uberX and a corporate account service, Uber for Business, will now be available in Dubai.

Apple Releases iOS 8 Workaround To Fix Dropped Cell Service

Apple said it would release iOS 8.0.2 in the next few days to fix the issue and offered step-by-step instructions to reinstall iOS 8 using iTunes.

Pictures: BlackBerry Launches New Smartphone ‘Passport’ In Dubai

The square-shaped smartphone targets business professionals and will retail for Dhs2,699 in the UAE.

Apple iPhone Rollout Marred By Bending Phones, Dropped Cell Service

Apple iPhone 6 Plus buyers discovered their phones can bend when placed in back pockets.

BlackBerry Set To Launch New Smartphone, Passport

The Passport boasts a big square screen and a unique touch-sensitive tactile keyboard.

Lenovo Launches First “Layered” Smartphone, VIBE X2 In UAE

The company also announced the launch of the VIBE Z2, and its flagship VIBE Z2 Pro, which is priced at Dhs2,499 in the UAE.

Apple Sells Record 10m Units Of iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus In First Three Days

Last year, Apple sold nine million iPhone 5S and 5C models in 11 countries, including China, in the first weekend.

India’s XOLO Plans Middle East Smartphone Push

The manufacturer is hoping to lure Middle Eastern consumers with a range of competitively priced tablets and smartphones.

Bug Delays Apple’s HealthKit Availability On iOS 8

HealthKit gathers data such as blood pressure and weight from various health apps on Apple devices, and can be viewed by doctors at one place.

New iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus Get Rave Reviews, Called “Excellent”, “Beautiful”

Apple launched the new phones on September 9, and they go on sale from September 19 onwards.

Dubai’s RTA Launches Five Mobile Apps Offering 30 New Services

The new applications that were released include the Drivers and Vehicles smartphone app, Smart Parking app, Business Sector Services app, Salik Smart app and the Public Transport app.

Google To Launch Android One, Phones To Be Priced At Around $105

After launching in India, Google said it plans to expand Android One to Indonesia, Philippines and other South Asian countries by the end of 2014 and in more countries in 2015.

UAE Consumers, Retailers Ready For Apple Pay, Says MasterCard

Apple’s new mobile wallet system will be introduced in its iPhone 6 models and the Apple Watch.

Saudi Billionaire Prince Alwaleed-Backed Twitter To Raise $1.3bn Through Debt Offerings

The San Francisco-based company said it would use part of the net proceeds for general corporate purposes.

Jumbo To Launch World’s First Gold Gaming Consoles In Dubai

The Xbox and PS4 consoles feature a rose gold case created by Italian jeweller, Gatti, and will be available for sale at the GAMES14 exhibition.

Google Launches 360-Degree Views Of Egypt’s Pyramids, Says Received Govt Support

Users of Street View on Google Maps can explore the Pyramids and five other landmark sites in Egypt.

Apple To Charge Banks In New Payment System – Bloomberg

Apple’s new iPhones come equipped with a new mobile payments service, which launches in the United States next month.

Etisalat To Launch iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus On September 26 In UAE

The new devices were described by Apple CEO Tim Cook as the company’s “best phones ever made.”

Apple Unveils The Watch, Larger iPhones At Star-Studded Event

It’s the first new product to be developed and introduced under Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook’s reign.

Apple Launches Two iPhone 6 Models, Says “Best Phones Ever Made”

The iPhone 6 runs on iOS 8 and includes a new mobile wallet system called Apple Pay.

Review: Xbox One

The latest console launched by Microsoft is more than simply a gaming platform.

Basic Challenges Such As Mediocre Battery Life Plague Apple’s iPhone

Aside from improving battery life, Apple should create more options for media file sharing, says a tech enthusiast.

As Apple Prepares To Unveil iPhone 6, Quick UAE Launch Urged

The new device from Apple is expected to do “extremely well” in the UAE, says expert.

Apple To Add Security Alerts For iCloud Users, Says Cook – WSJ

Apple will alert users through email and push notifications when someone tries to change an account password or restore iCloud data to a new device.

Apple’s Smartwatch To Have NFC Technology

Apple is also expected to add NFC, which is used for making wireless payments, to the next version of its iPhone.

Review: HTC Desire 816

The mid-market offering from HTC feels well balanced and solid, but battery life is limited.

Microsoft Launches Affordable Lumia Phones 830, 730 And 735

Unveiled at the IFA in Berlin, the new phones run on the Windows Phone 8.1 OS and include apps such as Skype, Microsoft Office and OneDrive.

Sony Mobile Unveils Z3 Device Lineup

The manufacturer has announced two additions to its premium smartphone range, one to its mid-range, a new tablet and two new wearables.

Apple’s iPhone 6 – What Will It Feature?

A round-up of five key features that Apple’s new smartphone – launching next week – is expected to have.

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Note 4 With Extras, But No Breakaway Features

The new Galaxy Note 4 features a crisper, 5.7-inch display in a metal frame.