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Sony Reveals Xperia Z2 Launch Date

The manufacturer’s latest premium device will be launched roughly six months after its predecessor the Z1.

Around 181 Firms Join TECOM’s ICT Cluster In 2013

Dubai Internet City and Dubai Outsource Zone recorded strong growth in 2013, TECOM said.

In-Room IPads For Address Hotels’ Guests

New tech move allows guests to access hotel services and make spa, golf and movie bookings

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority Launches Dhs1.1bn Smart City Project

The project in Dubai will span an area of 150,000 square metres.

Apple’s iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy S3 Remain UAE’s Popular Smartphones

The number of smartphones registered on the UAE’s networks rose by 10 per cent last year, according to official figures.

Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 And Galaxy Gear

The phone includes all the features that debuted on the Samsung Galaxy S4 including Air Gesture, Air View and Smart Scroll.

Dubai’s Ruler Unveils Strategy For ‘Smart City’ Initiative

The strategy includes 100 initiatives in transport, communications, infrastructure, electricity and urban planning.

Yahoo To Stop User Access Of Services With Facebook, Google IDs

Users will need Yahoo accounts to access services such as Fantasy Sports and photo-sharing site Flickr.

SAP MENA Expands Mobility Unit, Signs Deals With STC, Etisalat

The enterprise solutions provider signed deals with STC and Etisalat at the Mobile World Congress.

Apple CEO Promises New Products, Says Apple TV No Longer A “Hobby”

The $99 Apple TV set-top box racked up $1 billion in sales in the past year, he said.

BlackBerry Launches Two New Smartphones, New Enterprise Service

The Z3 will be launched in Indonesia in April, while the Q20 will have a global launch before the end of this year.

Lenovo To Complete Motorola Buy In 6-9 Months – CEO

Lenovo will acquire Motorola from Google for $2.9 billion.

Samsung Galaxy 5 Releases In Dubai On April 11– Eros CEO

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S5, the latest generation smartphone in its flagship series, during the Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona on Monday.

Glowork And Mihnati.com Partner To Boost Saudi Employment

Strategic partnership aims to support Saudis looking to find work.

Cloud To Transform Automotive Industry

Cloud connected cars will transform consumer interactions with vehicles, according to Continental.

WhatsApp can officially hide online status, announces rollout of Communities

WhatsApp To Add Voice Calls To Its Service -CEO

WhatsApp and its competitors have punched a hole in telecom operators’ revenue in recent years by offering a free alternative to text messaging.

IBM Invests $1 Billion In Cloud Software

Tech giant aims to develop the hybrid cloud ecosystem.

Samsung Launches Galaxy S5 At Mobile World Congress

The phone will be available for sale globally from April 11.

WhatsApp Worth More Than $19bn – Facebook CEO

Mark Zuckerberg says WhatsApp is an extremely valuable company.

Sony Launches Four Products At Mobile World Congress

Xperia Z2 and M2 smartphones are designed to enhance connectivity and clarity

What Can We Expect At Mobile World Congress 2014?

Samsung is expected to launch the new Galaxy S5, while new releases can also be anticipated from HTC and LG.

Facebook Acquires Messaging Service WhatsApp For $19bn

The social networking site says the move is aimed at accelerating growth in both the companies.

UAE Launches $1m Competition To Invent Unmanned Drones

The winner of the international competition will be announced in May 2014.

One-Third Of UAE Users Experience Mobile Device Theft – Survey

The majority of phone users in the UAE store important personal and official data on their mobile devices, according to a new survey.

Top Tech Trends In The Middle East

Video mega trends and machine-to-machine connections feature among the key regional tech trends, finds new Cisco study.

Arabic DotShabaka Website Suffix Goes Live

Dubai telecom firm Etisalat has already adopted the new web ending.

TRA Launches Official mGovernment Portal

The portal will make various government services available on mobile phones.

Microsoft Appoints Insider As CEO

Indian-born Satya Nadella replaces Steve Ballmer who said he would step down in August 2013

Does Apple Need A Flagship Store In The UAE?

With rivals such as Samsung promoting themselves heavily in the country, the US giant may have to step up its presence.

Online Video Key To Monetising News Content

Brightcove CMO suggests online video is the solution for media companies looking to monetise their online offering.