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This week on You Asked: Can an old movie really be presented in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos? Is built-in TV audio ever going to get better? What to do with an old TV. And should you disable picture processing before the signal gets to your TV? Are old movies really mastered in Dolby Vision and Atmos? Mark Nota writes: I’m currently watching the 1980 movie Superman II on my Hisense U7G with a Vizio M series soundbar through my Roku Ultra. It says it’s in Dolby Vision and Atmos. Can a 1980s movie be in Dolby Vision and Atmos?…

The UAE Ministry of Finance today announced the implementation of transformational projects that support the country’s efforts to transition towards the future and enhance its competitiveness, in line with the’We the UAE 2031′ vision and the UAE’s efforts to become the global hub for the new economy over the next ten years. These projects are unique in achieving a significant positive impact in all sectors within short periods of time. These projects support the UAE Government’s efforts to accelerate the achievement of the government’s foresight objectives, with a focus on achieving financial results in line with the’We the UAE 2031’…

Brazil open their 2024 Copa America campaign against Costa Rica on Monday in Los Angeles with a whole new look almost from top to bottom, with Real Madrid’s rising star Vinicius Jr leading a group that were waiting for an opportunity for a fresh start. After a heartbreaking shootout defeat by Croatia in the World Cup quarterfinals at Qatar 2022, Brazil went through two caretaker managers as they waited for almost an year trying to lure manager Carlo Ancelotti from Real Madrid. But after the Italian extended his contract with the Spanish giants, Brazil settled on journeyman Dorival Jr. Dorival…

Apple Intelligence is Apple’s take on AI, and it looks to fundamentally change the way we interact with technology, blending advanced machine learning and AI capabilities into everyday devices. Promising more conversational prose from Siri, automated proofreading and text summarization across apps, and lightning-fast image generation, Apple’s AI ecosystem is designed to enhance user experiences and streamline operations across its product lineup. Here’s everything you need to know about Apple’s transformational new AI. Apple Intelligence release date and compatibility Apple Intelligence is slated for formal release this fall and will be included in the three major operating system updates: iOS…

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday arrived in the UAE on an official visit. He is expected to discuss wide-ranging issues of partnership with his counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The two leaders will also deliberate on the situation in Gaza. According to ANI, the Ministry of External Affairs , in an official statement, said “this visit will provide an opportunity to review the entire spectrum of comprehensive strategic partnerships between India and UAE and regional and global developments”. Meanwhile, Jaishankar visited the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi after he arrived in the UAE. Following his…

Investment funds encompass a wide range of financial products, aligning with offerings found in global markets. These funds include public funds, accessible to the general public, and private funds, which are exclusive to professional investors. Investment funds pool capital from investors and invest it collectively according to a defined investment policy. In return, investors share the profits of the fund. Often, an investment manager is appointed to make investment decisions on behalf of the fund, guided by a pre-agreed investment policy and procedures. Sometimes, these activities are undertaken by an investment advisor or a general partner. The UAE’s corporate tax…

Afghanistan’s stunning 21-run win over mighty Australia has now left millions of fans in the war-ravaged country dreaming of a semifinal appearance at the T20 World Cup. With two points from two matches in Super Eights, the Afghans are currently in third place in Group A, behind leaders India (four points from two matches) and second-placed Australia (two points from two matches) who have a better net run rate. For Afghanistan to reach the semifinals, they have to beat Bangladesh in their final Super Eights game on Wednesday (Tuesday 4:30 am UAE Time) and hope that India beat Australia. In…

Telegram is a popular cloud-based messaging app that enables the exchange of messages, photos, and videos. It’s known for being one of the fastest messaging apps available for smartphones, like the iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24. It’s also highly secure because of its end-to-end encryption. Simply put, it’s one of the best messaging apps on the market. That’s what Telegram is. But what is Telegram Premium? As you might expect, it’s an elevated version of the regular Telegram experience. Here’s the lowdown. What is Telegram Premium? If you are a Telegram user interested in accessing more features, you…

The United Arab Emirates has signed an agreement with the UN World Food Programme (WFP) to provide emergency food assistance to populations affected by the crisis in Sudan and South Sudan. This includes refugees, host communities, internally displaced people, and returnees impacted by the war. The agreement, formalised between the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and WFP, was signed on the behalf of the UAE by Sultan Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister for International Development Affairs, and on the behalf of WFP by Matthew Nims, Director of Washington Office, and in the presence of Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister of…

A total of 813 appeared while 750 skipped the NEET-UG retest on Sunday, according to the National Testing Agency. A total of 1,563 students were given grace marks and were eligible to take the retest following a Supreme Court order. The retest is being conducted for the affected candidates who had experienced time loss during the originally scheduled examination on May 5. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Only 52 per cent of a total of 1563 candidates gave retest on June 23. Attendance 813 total. On two Jajjar centres, attendance was 58.09…