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Researchers at Nagoya University have developed a new type of transparent optical sensor that could significantly reduce the size of camera sensors while improving image quality. Published in the journal ACS Nano, the study demonstrates how gallium-doped zinc oxide (GZO) nanosheets can detect red, green, and blue (RGB) light within a single pixel, potentially replacing the decades-old Bayer filter design used in nearly every digital camera today. If commercialized, the technology could enable thinner smartphone cameras, higher-resolution medical imaging devices, and more compact sensors for automotive and aerospace applications, all while simplifying manufacturing. A new sensor design could replace one…

22,000 sq ft facility will become the brand’s seventh UAE location and first to feature a dedicated Megaformer studio Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: 9 July 2026 – FitnGlam, part of Formative, the UAE’s largest fitness collective, is preparing to open its third location at My City Center Masdar in Abu Dhabi. Scheduled to open in Q4 2026, the 22,000 square foot facility will become FitnGlam’s seventh location across the UAE, further expanding the country’s leading luxury women-only brand’s presence in one of Abu Dhabi’s fastest-growing communities. Designed exclusively for women, FitnGlam Masdar will bring together premium training spaces, boutique…

Digital reading has become more comfortable thanks to larger displays and e-paper screens, but one small annoyance remains: constantly reaching over to tap or swipe every page. DuRoBo believes it has a solution. The company has unveiled Moodi, its first Bluetooth page-turning remote, designed to make reading, browsing, and media control more comfortable across e-readers, tablets, and smartphones. Unlike conventional page-turners that focus solely on e-books, Moodi doubles as a compact Bluetooth remote for scrolling through articles, controlling multimedia playback, and navigating long-form content. The device looks towards ergonomic accessories that aim to reduce repetitive hand movements during extended screen…

Sony’s New 5th Generation RX10 V – The All-in-One Super Zoom Camera for Everyday, Wildlife, and Sports Photography Advanced AI powered recognition AF and high-speed performance with 24-600 mm[i] zoom to capture every decisive moment (Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 July 2026) – Sony announces the RX10 V, the fifth-generation model in the RX10 series of all-in-one cameras. The perfect hobbyist’s camera, this versatile powerhouse covers everything from wide-angle to super-telephoto in a single body, making it ideal for every type of shot thanks to its large-aperture, high-magnification ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-600mm1 (25x optical zoom) F2.4-4.0 lens. Incorporating the RX10 series’ hallmark combination of…

Samsung has confirmed its next Galaxy Unpacked event for July 22, where it’s expected to unveil its next-gen foldables. Recent reports suggest the devices may be priced significantly higher in Europe compared to their predecessors. Now, a new leak claims the same could be true for the US market as well. US buyers could see a $100 jump According to South Korean outlet SEDaily, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, AKA the Wide Fold, is expected to launch in the US at $1,899 for the 256GB model. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, the direct successor to the Fold 7, could…

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 10 July 2026: Emirates Global Aluminium, the biggest ‘premium aluminium’ producer in the world, today announced the restart of alumina production at Al Taweelah alumina refinery in Abu Dhabi. Alumina production is expected to ramp-up to 50 per cent of plant capacity within days. EGA expects to have the technical capability to ramp-up to full alumina production by the end of this year. The timing of further production ramp-up at Al Taweelah alumina refinery will be based on supply chain dynamics and the optimisation of EGA’s alumina sourcing strategy. The ramp-up of aluminium production at Al Taweelah smelter…

Microsoft has recently been cleaning up some longstanding Windows 11 pain points, including parts of the Start menu and Search. According to a new report from Windows Latest, the company is also preparing several useful changes for the new Outlook app on Windows 10 and Windows 11, which became generally available in 2024. Microsoft is adding a warning for users who start replying to an older email after a newer response has arrived in the same conversation. The alert is meant to stop people from replying without seeing the latest information in the thread. How will the warning work? Outlook…

Google just changed how it measures which AI models are best at writing Android app code, and the update has shuffled the rankings developers use to pick their tools. The company’s Android Bench leaderboard, which launched in March, now runs on a new testing system called Harbor. Google says this replaces the older, more generic testing tool it used before, and gives a better read on how models perform on real Android tasks, like updating old code to Jetpack Compose or handling wearable device networking. New models shake up the top of the list Since the testing tool changed, Google…

Netflix has spent years telling the entertainment industry that binge-worthy originals and a simple user experience were enough to stay ahead. That strategy helped make it the world’s biggest streaming service. But according to a Wall Street Journal report, the company is increasingly concerned about a different metric: engagement. While Netflix continues to post healthy profits and retains one of the lowest subscriber cancellation rates in the industry, executives are reportedly seeing early signs that people are spending less time watching content. That matters because engagement – not just subscriber numbers – has become one of the biggest indicators of…

Razer’s Sanrio collaboration has already produced a full desk setup, and the final drop is now here. The company has launched the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT Cinnamoroll Edition, a wireless headset themed around one of Sanrio’s most recognizable characters. Cinnamoroll is a white puppy from Sanrio, the Japanese company behind Hello Kitty and several other globally recognized character brands. He is known for his long floppy ears, blue eyes, curly tail, and soft cloud-like look. As per the Sanrio lore, he was born high above the clouds and can fly by flapping his big ears. Razer has leaned heavily…