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A brand-new flagship phone purchase is a lot harder to justify in 2026. Just the entry-level to premium lineup can near $1,000, while the top models blow past this figure. But Samsung is letting you ease into the high-end experience. The company has expanded its Certified Re-Newed Galaxy program to Amazon for the first time, bringing 14 configurations from the Galaxy S24 FE, S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra to the retailer. Prices start at $489, although Samsung hasn’t broken down pricing for every configuration in its announcement. Comparing it to Samsung’s current flagship lineup, namely the…
MoU establishes a framework to strengthen cyber resilience, knowledge sharing and preparedness against evolving digital threats Selection reflects confidence in Shory’s cybersecurity expertise and supports the UAE’s national cybersecurity and secure digital transformation priorities Abu Dhabi, UAE, 21 October 2026: Shory, one of the fastest growing insurtechs in the region, has been selected as a cybersecurity provider to the UAE Cyber Security Council, bringing its cybersecurity expertise and capabilities into a national framework focused on cyber resilience and preparedness. Formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the collaboration establishes a framework for Shory and the Council to exchange expertise, strengthen…
After spending a few years collecting new AI features on Edge, Microsoft is planning on giving users the option to completely turn all of them off. A new On-device AI setting has appeared in Edge Canary under Settings > Copilot and AI, allowing users to control whether Microsoft’s browser can use AI models running locally on their PC. Windows Report spotted the setting in the latest preview build. Microsoft has stated that when on-device AI is enabled, Edge can use local AI models for support features. turn it off and those features may stop working. Just one thing you have…
Missing out on the self-driving future is a tough pill to swallow, especially as a car enthusiast. But that is what Tesla handed us on Wednesday, without a hint of mercy. During its October 21, 2026 earnings call, Elon Musk told investors the Cybercab is meant mainly as a ride service. Further, nearly all of them will be owned and managed by Tesla. What did Tesla actually say about buying one? The question on the call was rather simple: when can customers actually buy a Cybercab? Tesla vice president Lars Moravy answered first. He said Tesla is “trying to get…
Tesla is making steady progress toward letting owners turn their idle Model Y vehicles into a source of passive income. The automaker provided a concrete timeline during its latest earnings call and stated that the first customer cars could join its Robotaxi network in the second quarter of 2027. FSD V15 will bring unsupervised driving to customer cars During Tesla’s latest earnings call, Ashok Elluswamy, the company’s AI chief, said that the self-driving software powering its Cybercab and Model Y robotaxis is essentially the same. Tesla plans to bring that software to customer vehicles through its upcoming Full Self-Driving (FSD)…
If you own a pair of Skullcandy earbuds, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard Bose without realizing it. Now, the two companies are making things official. Bose has bought Skullcandy, the brand that made a name for itself with eye-catching headphones and a whole lot of attitude. This deal didn’t come out of nowhere. For the past few years, Skullcandy has been packing Bose’s audio tech into its earbuds and headphones under the Sound by Bose label. That team-up worked so well that Bose decided to go all in and bring Skullcandy into the family. Will Skullcandy still feel…
Apple’s control over how iPhone users install apps and pay for digital purchases is facing another major challenge. Australia’s Federal Court has ordered the company to open iOS to rival app marketplaces and alternative payment services starting March 1, 2027, although Apple plans to appeal the decision. Apple faces new limits on App Store control The court’s order follows a finding in August 2025 that Apple had misused its market power by restricting competition in app distribution and payments. The new requirements aim to address those restrictions by giving developers more freedom to reach iPhone users. Australia is following a…
Apple has built the biggest display ever put inside an iPhone. Its $2,000 foldable goes wide rather than tall, just like the Galaxy Z Fold 8. But this has caused a new problem with thumbs. The iPhone Duo debuted with a 7.6-inch foldable screen, and it seems an accessibility feature won’t be ready on day one. According to WIRED’s Julian Chokkattu, Apple plans to add Reachability later this year, specifically to make the Duo’s left and right edges easier to access for people with smaller hands. Reachability is learning to move sideways On a regular iPhone, Reachability is designed around…
Have you ever missed the chance to watch your favorite streamer going live? This is why Twitch has launched Stream Recaps, a new feature that bundles the best clips from a livestream into one highlight reel. You can now catch key moments in minutes instead of replaying hours of video. If you follow a streamer, you’ll find these recaps at the top of your mobile feed and on the streamer’s channel page. How do Stream Recaps work? Right after a stream ends, creators can open Stream Summary or tap the plus button in the mobile app to build a recap.…
The GCC GOV HR & Youth Empowerment Awards recognise leaders and organisations across the public and private sectors as the 14th Annual Summit concludes Abu Dhabi, UAE: The 14th Annual GCC GOV HR & Youth Summit and Awards concluded in Abu Dhabi with the presentation of more than 40 awards to leaders and organisations across the public and private sectors. Held on 20th and 21st October 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl and organised by QNA International, the region’s most exclusive B2B public sector HR platform brought together Government Leaders, CHROs, policymakers and change…