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The iPhone contacts feature is so great it is practically a crutch at times. Can you even remember your closest family member’s phone number at this point? If not, you could be in big trouble if your contacts go missing or get deleted. Luckily, there are several methods to recover your old contacts via your iPhone and other devices. We’ll guide you through each technique so you can get back to functioning as normal quickly. iCloud makes it easy to restore your contacts on the best iPhones. Here’s how to restore contacts on an iPhone from iCloud using iOS. To…
In a world inundated with information, staying informed is not just a choice; it’s a necessity. At Khaleej Times, we believe in delivering news that matters and stories that resonate. As we kick off our annual subscription drive, we’re thrilled to unveil new initiatives that make subscribing to Khaleej Times more rewarding than ever. A glimpse into the future of news “At Khaleej Times, we are committed to shaping the future of journalism. Our new initiatives aim to bring you closer to the heart of the stories that define our world. In the digital age, where information is abundant, our…
The US processed a record 1.4 million visas to Indians in 2023, bringing down visitor visa appointment wait times by 75 per cent, the US Embassy said on Monday. There was a 60 per cent increase in visa applications from Indians compared to 2022. Process improvements and investments in staffing have brought down appointment wait times for visitor visas from an average of 1,000 days to only 250 days around the country while wait times are minimal in all other categories, it said. “In 2023, the US Embassy and Consulates in India processed a record-smashing 1.4 million visas, bringing down…
The powerful list of elites confirmed for the 2024 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon continues to grow with former world marathon champion Tamirat Tola, Chicago Marathon winner Seifu Tura and former half marathon world record holder Ababel Yeshaneh joining the starting line-up. The 17th edition of the event on February 24 will read like a Who’s Who of international distance running as a wealth of elites take advantage of the beautiful weather conditions in the countdown to both the London Marathon and the Paris Olympics. Hosted by the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), the Ras Al Khaimah Half…
Meta’s Quest 2 is the world’s most popular VR headset, and the latest Quest 3 is selling well and will quickly reach second place. However, the Vision Pro will arrive within days. While Apple’s VR headset outclasses Meta’s best in every way, the self-proclaimed “metaverse” company is reportedly optimistic about Apple entering the market. The timing of the Quest 3’s launch in October 2023 was perfect, riding the wave of excitement Apple created about mixed reality with the Vision Pro announcement four months earlier. Meta captured VR holiday sales before Apple’s headset was available and now benefits from increased media…
Palestinian mother Mazouza Hassan stood aghast at the potential threats to the work of the U.N. agency that handles most aid in Gaza after some Western states suspended funding to it over allegations employees took part in the Hamas attack on Israel. “We are thrown into tents and our children need to be vaccinated and pregnant women need to give birth … Where will these people go?” said Hassan, one of the 85 per cent of Gaza residents made homeless by Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. The war has plunged Gaza into a humanitarian catastrophe, leaving its shelled-out population at…
Sri Lankan off spinner Maheesh Theekshana weaved magic with the ball to set up Sharjah Warriors’ emphatic nine-wicket win over Dubai Capitals at the ILT20 in Sharjah on Monday. Producing unplayable deliveries, Theekshana claimed four wickets for 20 runs as Dubai Capitals were bowled out for 104 runs in 18.2 overs. Theekshana was well-backed by Daniel Sams, who bagged 3 for 28 with his accurate left-arm medium pace. Chasing the modest target, Warriors raced to victory in 13.1 overs through an opening partnership of 70 runs in 8.2 overs between Niroshan Dickwella and Johnson Charles. Dickwella scored a 30-ball 37…
It’s always fun to imagine and speculate what new smartphone operating systems will bring. With Apple’s iOS 18 update launching later this year — and reported to be a big one — there’s a lot of anticipation over what Apple’s next iPhone update will bring to the table. We don’t know much about what the next iOS update will offer, but there is one feature that I now need it to have. Product designer Gavin Nelson recently shared an iOS concept feature on X (formerly Twitter) and Threads, and it looks incredible. Nelson calls the feature “iOS Dock Smart Stack,” and…
In a unique endeavour known as the Mental Health Immersive Lab, psychological therapy will now be offered through virtual reality technology to provide counselling for patients in the UAE. The inaugural day of Arab Health 2024 saw the unveiling of the Immersive Reality Laboratory, a cutting-edge smart technological tool adopted by the Emirates Health Services (EHS). This marks the Middle East’s pioneering introduction of the distinctive therapeutic approach. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. How does it work? As part of enhanced patient care, in this immersive lab, a therapist has the opportunity…
The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI) has unveiled the Family Office Round Table (FORT) Dubai 2024, set for February 2, at the Museum of the Future. This event, co-hosted with the third-generation Patel Family Office from the United States, carries the theme “Abundance for the Future.” Positioned as a pivotal gathering of global wealth and innovators, it aims to align with Dubai’s visionary ethos. Lakshmi Narayanan, Chairman of SWFI, said: “This marks a remarkable accomplishment, inaugurating a new era of prosperity and global progress. Dubai’s fusion of innovation, cultural diversity, and a forward-looking vision, coupled with its commitment to ethical…