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Motorola is a company that’s easy to miss news about, but the Motorola Razr 2024 and Motorola Razr Plus 2024 are both reasons why you should be paying attention. Motorola’s twin foldable smartphones are some of the best you can buy, with gorgeous designs, incredible screens, and a folding mechanism that’s a genuine competitor for Samsung’s Z Flip devices. This year, Motorola has made some big tweaks to its two flip phones, but one of the ones you may have missed was a change in their water-resistance ratings. In previous years, the Motorola Razr and Razr Plus sported IP52 ratings…

Various instruments used in the International Space Station (ISS) have now been recreated in a Space Lab at a Dubai school. In the Space Lab, inaugurated on Thursday at GEMS International School – Al Khail (GIS), students will explore essential topics such as hydroponic agriculture on Mars, 3D game design in the metaverse for social interaction, AI-enhanced robotic pets for Mars, autonomous vehicles for Martian transportation, DIY space repairs, and the use of robotic arms, wearable haptics, and gesture controls for space operations. The programme will be available as an elective option for Grades 9-10 students in Design under the…

Lebanon’s Hezbollah said it launched a large rocket and drone attack at Israel on Thursday in retaliation for the killing of a top commander, the latest surge of violence in the steadily worsening conflict at the Israeli-Lebanese border. Fought in parallel to the Gaza war, the conflict between the Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel has been gradually intensifying for months, raising fears of a full-scale war, which both sides say they wish to avoid and diplomats are working to prevent. As the latest violence played out in areas, at, or near the frontier — in keeping with the pattern of the…

Jio Haptik, a major player in Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) solutions, is expanding into the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Enterprises across diverse industries in these markets leverage Jio Haptik’s cutting-edge technology to drive business transformation and innovation. Jio Haptik’s expansion in the UAE and Saudi Arabia signifies a pivotal shift towards a more intelligent, automated, and future-ready business environment. With the increasing demand for AI-driven solutions fueled by economic diversification, government initiatives, a tech-savvy population, and the drive for business efficiency and innovation – Jio Haptik’s entry into the Middle Eastern market is timely and strategic. The AI-first company,…

Engineer Rheema Menon splits her life between her home in Ajman and working in Dubai. Born in the UAE, the 32-year-old Indian expatriate sees money as “independence”. Here, she tells WKND about her philosophy on all things financial, including the decision to move from Dubai to Ajman, which halved the family’s outgoings. How would you describe your relationship to money? Balanced. I don’t do any unnecessary spending. How do you think this relationship was formed? I was brought up to know the value of money from my parents and realise how important it is to save money early on. What…

Novak Djokovic came through a testing Wimbledon workout to stay on course for a record-equalling eighth men’s title on Thursday. Jessica Pegula became the highest-ranked player to exit the tournament so far, dumped out by China’s Wang Xinyu in the second round. Seven-time champion Djokovic did not have it all his own way against British wild card Jacob Fearnley but came through 6-3, 6-4, 5-7, 7-5 in a second-round match lasting three hours. It appeared to be business as usual for the Serbian as he coasted into a two-set lead on Centre Court but the 277th-ranked Fearnley broke his illustrious…

Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam review: spinning in circles “The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam nails all the basics, but it does little to push the envelope and deliver a unique experience.” Pros Premium build quality Plenty of customization options Surprisingly compact footprint Built-in privacy cover Cons Limited automation Privacy cover can’t be closed remotely Not rated for outdoor use The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam is the company’s first camera with an integrated pan-tilt base. Unlike the Stick Up Cam Plug-In, which is compatible with the optional pan-tilt mount, the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam is built from the ground up to offer…

A senior prosecutor in Dubai has called for the establishment of a special court for cybercrime cases as some judges lack a deep understanding of hacking and digital forensics. Dr Khalid Ali Al Junaibi, First Chief Prosecutor at Dubai Prosecution, said at a symposium on Thursday that the current judicial system struggles to keep up with the complexities of cybercrime. “Law and hacking can be a challenging combination, as the judges often do not fully comprehend the technicalities of penetration and digital evidence.” He explained that in order to have a security system that meets the authorities’ objectives a specialised…

A hefty fine of 11.1 million riyals was imposed on two men who urged users on social media platform X to invest in shares of certain companies. The two violators, Mohammed bin Nawaf bin Mohammed Al-Harbi and Nawaf bin Mohammed bin Jumaan Al-Sukhaibar Al-Harbi with X accounts (@mnawafms) and (@nawafmsz), were convicted under the Capital Market Law by the Securities Disputes Appeal Committee. The duo were sharing opinions on the networking site with the aim of influencing the share prices of 17 companies listed on the Saudi Stock Exchange, and urging others to buy or sell shares in those companies…

With summer at its peak in the UAE and experts rating the ultraviolet (UV) levels in the region “extreme” on the charts, it’s time to pay attention to eye health. While we are aware of the importance of wearing sunscreen to protect our skin from harmful UV rays, there isn’t enough awareness of the dangers of ignoring eye health in the summer months. According to the World Health Organisation, there are 15 million people in the world who suffer from cataracts, and for up to 10 percent of these individuals, the cause of may have been exposure to ultraviolet radiation.…