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Sony just revived its most beloved all-in-one body camera with autofocusing AI from its professional Alpha mirrorless lineup. Everything that made the previous generations great is still there. The ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* lens covering 24mm to 600mm at F2.4 to 4.0, the 1.0-type stacked sensor, and the compact form factor. So what’s actually new in the RX10 V? What’s new is real-time recognition AF, driven by an onboard BIONZ XR AI processor, that automatically identifies people, animals, birds, insects, cars, trains, and airplanes, and changes how the camera performs in real conditions. Combined with blackout-free continuous shooting at 30 frames…
AED 625,000 in prizes for the Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2026 as nominations open until August 31 Winners to be announced during the opening ceremony of the 45th edition of the fair Sharjah, 9 July 2026 With a total prize fund of AED 625,000 across 10 categories, the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has opened nominations for the Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2026, recognising outstanding achievements in writing and publishing, spotlighting Emirati and Arab talent, and supporting the presence of distinguished books locally and internationally. The awards cover novels, studies, poetry and foreign books, while also honouring local, Arab…
Anthropic just launched a usage analytics dashboard for Claude. It’s like the ‘Wrapped’ feature you see every major streaming or AI service announce at the end of a year, except it’s not called Claude Wrapped. The feature is called Claude Reflect, as it does more than simply tell you what you’ve been using the AI for. Available in beta for free, Pro, and Max users who have enabled memory, the feature encourages mindful use of Claude or other AI tools. So what does Claude Reflect actually show you? Available in Settings in Claude’s web and desktop apps, Reflect generates a…
Khalid AlJarwan: “By simplifying access to digital banking and financing, we are empowering SMEs to unlock their full potential and contribute to Dubai’s dynamic economy.” Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wio Bank to provide alternative banking services for members. The collaboration will provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with streamlined access to business account opening and financing solutions designed to support their growth and operational efficiency. Through this collaboration, members of Dubai Chamber of Commerce will benefit from a simplified digital account opening journey with Wio, as well as improved access to…
A third independent supply chain analysis is now pointing in the same direction as the previous two: the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be more expensive at launch. In addition, Apple might have to settle for a slightly thinner margin on the device than it usually charges for other products. Counterpoint Research’s bill-of-materials estimate for the 12GB plus 1TB iPhone 18 Pro Max shows a cost rise of nearly $300 compared to the same configuration in the iPhone 17 Pro Max. So what does Counterpoint’s analysis actually show? As shown in the infographic, display and other components may actually come…
مستشفى كينغز كوليدج لندن – دبي يوسّع برنامج زراعة الأعضاء بإطلاق مركز متخصص لزراعة الكلى دبي، 8 يوليو 2026: أعلن مستشفى كينغز كوليدج لندن – دبي عن إطلاق مركز زراعة الكلى، الذي يجمع تحت سقف واحد نخبة من الخبراء في أمراض الكلى، وجراحة زراعة الأعضاء، والتخدير، والعناية المركزة، والتشخيص، والمتابعة طويلة الأمد، لتقديم رعاية متكاملة وشاملة لمرضى زراعة الكلى. ويأتي إطلاق المركز الجديد في إطار توسيع برنامج زراعة الأعضاء بالمستشفى، الذي انطلق مع تأسيس مركز زراعة الكبد، والذي حقق العديد من الإنجازات الريادية على مستوى الدولة. ويقدم مركز زراعة الكلى خدماته للمرضى الذين يعانون من مراحل متقدمة من أمراض الكلى…
Samsung is reportedly preparing to introduce a shorter and wider foldable, while Apple’s first-ever foldable iPhone is rumored to use a wide passport-like design as well. Now, a new leak suggests that Oppo may be planning a similar device, adding to the growing crowd of brands in this category. The news arrives from known Chinese tipster, Digital Chat Station, who claims that Oppo is developing a wide-screen foldable that could arrive in the first quarter of 2027. How its battery might be the biggest highlight The unnamed foldable will reportedly run on Qualcomm’s unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 6, identified by…
Mercato Takes Media on a Magical Summer Journey with The Grand Comedy Circus and Dubai Summer Surprises Celebrations Mercato Shopping Mall welcomed leading journalists and their families to an exclusive Media Fun Day, offering a firsthand experience of the exciting entertainment, attractions, and rewarding shopping promotions awaiting visitors throughout Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). The event showcased Mercato’s vibrant summer programme, featuring the spectacular Grand Comedy Circus and the electrifying FIFA Freestyle Football Show. Guests were captivated by breathtaking acrobatic performances, laugh-out-loud comedy, gravity-defying freestyle football skills, and interactive entertainment, creating an unforgettable experience for families of all ages. One of…
Google Photos on Android is finally getting the cleaner bottom navigation bar iPhone users have had since February. That’s a strange thing to say about a Google app on Google’s own mobile platform, but here we are. The update replaces the old docked bar with a floating pill that sits above the bottom edge of the screen. It no longer covers the photos underneath, and it puts Gemini-powered Ask Photos beside the main navigation. For Android users, Google Photos should feel a little less cramped. For Google, the delay makes a small design improvement look more awkward than it needed…
Thailand Introduces ‘Healing Is The New Luxury’ To Meet Growing GCC Demand For Wellness And Medical Travel Over 600,000 GCC travellers expected to visit Thailand by the end of 2026 Thailand expands flight capacity to 140 flights per week between the UAE and Thailand UAE – July 09, 2026: Travellers are increasingly prioritising wellbeing, preventative healthcare and meaningful experiences over traditional holidays amid recent global uncertainty. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has introduced ‘Healing is the New Luxury,’ a new campaign designed to strengthen the country’s position as one of the world’s leading wellness destinations for GCC travellers. The…