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HMD Global is best known for making phones with the Nokia name on them, but that’s changing in 2024, and at MWC 2024, it has revealed its bold plan for the future. Not only is it making a Barbie phone with Mattel, but it’s also improving repairability. In turn, it’s tackling one of the industry’s biggest missed opportunities — modular phones — by taking on the concept in a new way. Digital Trends spoke to HMD Global’s head of product marketing, Adam Ferguson, over Zoom during the Barcelona trade show to understand more about the new name we’ll see on phones…
A group of Emirati engineers and artists have reimagined the traditional date fruit, known for its nutritional richness, into a source of electricity, showcasing an innovative fusion of art, engineering, and culinary heritage. The three men showcased their project at the Sikka Art and Design Festival, highlighting the cultural significance of dates while promoting sustainable energy solutions. “It was a surprise when we lit up a bulb,” said Dr Ahmad Al Attar, an engineer who recently completed his doctorate in physics. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. For their invention, the trio used…
Erling Haaland roared back to his best form with a five-goal salvo as Manchester City thumped Luton Town 6-2 at Kenilworth Road to reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup on Tuesday. Luton had no answer to the marauding Norwegian who bagged his eighth City hat-trick before halftime and then scored twice more after the break to kill off a stirring Luton revival. The 23-year-old Haaland’s first four goals were all created by Kevin De Bruyne. Mateo Kovacic also got on the scoresheet for holders City who are unbeaten in 18 games in all competitions. Luton threatened an unlikely comeback…
Samsung has already had a very busy 2024, from launching three new Galaxy S phones to teasing its upcoming Galaxy Ring. Now, we reportedly have our first look at the company’s upcoming foldable — the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. Early in the morning on February 28, leaker @OnLeaks teamed up with SmartPrix to share design renders of the Fold 6. At first glance, the Fold 6 looks a lot like last year’s Galaxy Z Fold 5. There’s a narrow 6.2-inch cover screen on the outside, and when the Fold 6 is opened, you get a 7.6-inch inner display. It’s…
Dubai’s Global Village is all set to welcome guests with wonderful Ramadan experiences. UAE’s multicultural family destination has revised the opening and closing hours for the holy month and will open its door from 6pm until 2pm. Visitors will be able to enjoy iftar and suhoor offerings with a multitude of options across a variety of cuisines. Guests can also shop at the brand-new Ramadan Wonders Souk, filled with offerings of all types of unique trinkets from around the world. The souk, situated at the heart of the park, will be themed after a traditional Emirati market and will provide…
Abu Dhabi introduced a new public transport fare system that integrates city and suburban transport services into the ‘Standard Service’, which will be implemented on February 28. The ‘Standard Service’ fare will be set at Dh2 (boarding fee) plus an additional 5 fils for every kilometre crossed – with the cost capped at Dh5 per journey, according to the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), as confirmed by the department to Khaleej Times. This aims to include wider geographic areas with a simplified and user-friendly fare system to enhance the overall public transport experience in Abu Dhabi. Stay up to date with…
Nine Pakistanis who were injured in a fire that erupted at a chemical factory in Ajman city on February 24 are receiving treatments at various hospitals across the UAE. A delegation from the Pakistan Consulate in Dubai, led by Community Welfare Attaché Imran Shahid, visited Zayed Hospital, Kuwaiti Hospital and Al Qassimi Hospital to assess the condition and treatment progress of some of the injured. According to a statement from the consulate, Akbar, a resident of Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab, was missing after the factory caught fire. “Forensic analysis and DNA Tests are currently underway on a burnt human body…
The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee is expected to announce petrol and diesel rates for March on Thursday, February 29, to align them with international prices. Globally, oil prices, on average, rose by 3.34 per cent or $2.6 a barrel in February 2024 as compared to the previous month due to the tightening of the supply and news about oil-producing group Opec+ mulling extending output cuts. Brent crude prices traded just above $80 a barrel for most days in February, slightly higher than the previous month. This slight uptick in the global rates could be reflected locally when rates are revised…
Jon Rahm says Tiger Woods never responded when he attempted to explain his move to LIV Golf. The 29-year-old Spaniard, currently ranked No. 3 in the world, joined the circuit in December for a deal in the neighborhood of $500 million. During a recent interview with ESPN, Rahm said he tried texting Woods to discuss his departure. “I mean, Tiger, I texted him and the people that try to reach out, you know, the process, when I signed and I just let him know, ‘Hey, you know, this is a personal decision,'” Rahm said. Rahm, the 2021 U.S. Open and…
SpaceX is getting ready to launch three NASA astronauts and one Roscosmos cosmonaut to the International Space Station (ISS). The Crew-8 mission is targeting just gone midnight ET on Friday morning for liftoff from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. As with any rocket launch, calm weather conditions are needed around the launch site and along the flight path to ensure the safety of the vehicle and those onboard. NASA always turns to the 45th Weather Squadron for forecasts ahead of launches, and at the current time it’s putting the probability of the flight getting away on time at a…