#Smartphone

Picture perfect: vivo’s V30 Portrait Master Phone aims to impress

The phonemaker’s new Portrait Master Phone device presents new features that include an improved camera and processor

HONOR rides the wave of foldables

HONOR rides the wave of foldables

The Magic V2 comes with all the bells and whistles expected of a premium phone

OPPO FIND N3

Find N3 in UAE: Oppo releases flagship foldable phones

The smartphone maker says the new devices “redefine the foldable experience”

TCL 40 SE

Hands-on review: TCL 40 SE smartphone

The smartphone makes an attractive choice for users seeking a budget-friendly device with reliable performance

Iphone 15 UAE

Apple’s iPhone 15 series pre-order begins in UAE

Apple unveiled its latest iPhone 15 series lineup on September 12, featuring a slew of upgrades

iPhone 15

Apple’s iPhone 15 series: Features, specs, price revealed

Pre-orders for the series will commence on September 15, and customers in the UAE can expect the product to be available starting from September 22

Apple Iphone 15 launch

Apple iPhone 15 launch event 2023: Watch here

It is reported that the brand might unveil the new Apple Watch alongside the iPhone 15 series

Honor

Honor IFA Berlin live stream: Watch the launch of Magic V2 smartphone

The IFA Berlin is expected to see the global debut of the Honor Magic V2 which was launched in China back in July

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

iPhone 15 Pro

Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max might be renamed

Reports claim that the device is anticipated to feature a notably larger screen and an impressive camera lens

Apple iphone 15 pro max

Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max faces possible delay

The top-tier iPhone model is reportedly distinguished as the pioneer smartphone to incorporate a periscope camera system

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

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

Nothing Phone 2 preorders open on July 16

Nothing Phone 2: UAE preorders open on July 16

The device provides a more ergonomic hands-on experience with a 1 mm thinner midframe and a pillowed glass back

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

Honor

Ahead of the game: Honor’s quest to become the preferred choice in the Middle East

The GCC has witnessed huge commitment from the global technology brand to drive innovation, aiming to create a smarter and more inclusive future for all

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

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

Samsung

Samsung posts record chip losses

Korea’s largest company reported net income of KWR1.4tn and its semiconductor division posted a loss of KWR4.58tn

Pay later

Does Apple’s pay later service require iOS 16.4?

Apple Pay Later will divide purchases into four payments, spread over six weeks, with no interest or fees

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