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The California-based consumer electronics accessories maker Belkin has revealed a slew of charging solutions at the CES 2026, targeting a broad consumer base. The lineup includes a Qi2-compatible wireless power bank, a 27,000 mAh power bank for your laptop, and a charging case for the new Nintendo Switch 2, among other products. First up, there’s the $99.99 Charging Case Pro for the Nintendo Switch 2, which features a 10,000 mAh battery (roughly twice the console’s built-in battery) that supports 30W charging. The case is available in three colors: Charcoal (my favorite), Green, and Sand. Belkin’s Charging Case Pro could be…

Motorola’s latest budget phone, the Moto G Power 2026, is now available in the US for $299.99 on the company’s website. Announced last month, this new model stands out with a bigger battery than last year’s model that can last up to 49 hours on a single charge. The Moto G Power 2026 features a 6.8-inch FHD+ display that refreshes at 120Hz, making it a solid option for budget-conscious mobile gamers. Under the hood, it packs MediaTek’s mid-range Dimensity 6300 chipset, so while it should handle everyday tasks smoothly, performance-heavy games may push it to its limits. The SoC is…

Nintendo is adding new Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 colors, and it’s the first time the controller line has expanded since the console launched. The new pair comes in Light Purple and Light Green, a pastel combo that stands out against the Switch 2’s darker look without leaning into loud primary colors. Nintendo says the controllers arrive February 12, 2026. Pricing is set at $99.99 in the US and £74.99 in the UK, so you can quickly sanity check whether it fits your accessory budget before you start hunting for stock. The reveal showed up through the Nintendo Today app, then…

Ahead of the launch of the first phase of passenger train services in 2026ETIHAD RAIL REVEALS DETAILS OF THE UAE’S FULL PASSENGER RAILWAY NETWORK The UAE’s first fully integrated national passenger railway system, connecting 11 cities and regions across the country Stations across the network will be rolled out in phases throughout 2026, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Al Sila’, Al Dhannah, Al Mirfa, Madinat Zayed, Mezaira’a, Al Faya and Al Dhaid Abu Dhabi, UAE – 08 January 2026: Etihad Rail today announced details of the UAE’s full passenger railway network, marking a major milestone that reflects its strong commitment…

While most smartphone brands have moved on from compact flagships, OnePlus seems keen on keeping the category alive. The company introduced the OnePlus 13T last year as a smaller alternative to its flagship OnePlus 13, packing top-tier specs into a more compact form factor. Now, a new leak suggests OnePlus is gearing up to launch its successor. According to a recent post from reputed tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo (via Playfuldroid), OnePlus may announce the OnePlus 15T in April, around the same time the company unveiled the OnePlus 13T last year. Although the company has yet to make anything…

Piling and shoring works enter final stages as the Dubai Islands project progresses toward Q1 2027 handover Date: Dubai, UAE; January 08, 2026 Amirah Developments, a premium Dubai-based real estate developer, has advanced into the final piling and shoring works for its first residential project, Bonds Avenue Residences, marking a significant construction milestone at Dubai Islands – the emirate’s emerging waterfront destination near the historic Deira district and the iconic Gold Souq. The works are overseen by Global Dewatering and Piling LLC, an established enabling contractor providing specialised geo-technical services in piling, shoring, dewatering and excavation. Alongside piling and shoring, the main contractor’s…

A 610Hz QHD gaming monitor panel is the kind of spec that makes even jaded PC gamers pause. If it ships as promised, it could make motion look cleaner during the moments that decide a round, when you’re flicking, tracking, and correcting in a split second. What makes this one notable is the combo. It’s a 27-inch 2560×1440 LCD panel, so it’s chasing extreme speed without dropping down to 1080p. That matters if you like the sharper look of 1440p but still play competitively. It’s still early, though. This is being shown as a panel demo by Tianma at CES…

Dubai to host landmark 50th anniversary edition of the ICPC International Collegiate Programming Contest World Finals in 2026 H.E Omar Sultan Al Olama His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama: “Developing a future-ready digital ecosystem, supported by forward-looking policies, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, and focused on building highly skilled human capital, is central to the long-term vision of the UAE and Dubai.” Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy is the official host of the world’s largest competition of its kind. Today, with over 500,000 alumni worldwide, the ICPC community spans the globe, with annual participation levels reaching 10,000 volunteers and over 12,000 coaches…

A Dutch court has just delivered a heartbreaking ruling for a couple married in April 2025: their union isn’t legally valid. The reason? Their wedding vows, drafted with the help of ChatGPT, skipped over the mandatory legal jargon required by the state. The ceremony took place in Zwolle, a picturesque city in the northern Netherlands Seeking a personal and informal atmosphere, the couple asked a close friend to officiate as a “registrar for a day.” To help craft a meaningful service, the friend turned to ChatGPT to draft the wedding vows and the ceremony speech. However, a Zwolle court ruled…

In line with its commitment to driving innovation in healthcare, Abu Dhabi University Inaugurates Groundbreaking Cancer Research Institute to Advance Translational Cancer Research and Personalized Cancer Care in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE, 06 January 2026: Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has announced the inauguration of the Abu Dhabi University Cancer Research Institute (ADU-CRI), a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advancing translational cancer research and personalized cancer care in the UAE. This milestone reaffirms ADU’s alignment with We the UAE 2031 Vision and reflects its broader mission to drive innovation in science, healthcare, and education while addressing the region’s most pressing cancer challenges.…