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Huawei’s MateBook X Launches in the UAE

Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) today announced in the UAE the HUAWEI MateBook X, the latest addition to the HUAWEI MateBook line-up, transforming how consumers can work in this new era of mobile productivity. Featuring the series’ signature aesthetics, the HUAWEI MateBook X launches with significant enhancements to portability due to its Ultra-light and thin body that weighs just 1kg. It is packed with innovations for an immersive experience like the 3K Infinite FullView display with full touch screen and latest 10th generation processors and an overall smart experience with Multi-Screen Collaboration as a part of Huawei Share.

Keith Li , Country Manager, Huawei Consumer Business Group UAE, said: “Under the All-scenario Seamless AI Life strategy, Huawei focuses on offering the most intelligent experiences in five major scenarios: smart home, smart travel, smart productivity, smart health and multimedia. In the PC category, Huawei is taking the lead to steer the industry towards intelligent solutions.”
The ultra-portable experience is redefined by the compact laptop, which packs everything in a lightweight body that is as light as 1kg and measures just 13.6 mm at the thickest part. Every interaction is a joy with the lightweight laptop, and with a 13-inch body, it fits easily in any backpack like a magazine, always at the ready for the next adventure.

The latest Huawei laptop’s slim form factor comes at no expense to durability. Featuring a lightweight aluminium unibody, it is built with robustness in mind. An advanced spraying process is also employed to produce a smooth finish on the surface, adding elegant style to function. Inspired by the iridescent mother-of-pearl and glitter powder, HUAWEI MateBook X elevates CMF design to an artform with two glitter-infused colourways: Silver Frost and Forest Green.
The new HUAWEI MateBook X is the first laptop to feature the Infinite FullView Display, realised with a borderless design that offers a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio. The unobstructed screen delivers an immersive experience whether the user is working, creating content or binging on movies. The display is also multitouch-enabled with gesture support, such as Fingers Gesture Screenshot, which lets users quickly take a screenshot by swiping downwards on the screen with three fingers, as easy as it is on a smartphone.
Huawei offers two eye care features on the HUAWEI MateBook X: Eye Comfort mode effectively filters out blue light emissions to provide eye strain relief during long sessions of use, and Brightness adjustment algorithms ensure a consistent viewing experience no matter if the device is used indoors or under direct sunlight.

The Multi Screen Collaboration feature in Huawei Share enables seamless collaboration between smartphones and PCs. Once a smartphone is connected to HUAWEI MateBook X, the smartphone screen is integrated into the laptop with a picture-in-picture window. In addition to easy drag-and-drop file transfer, this feature allows the PC to directly open and edit files on the smartphone. Instant Hotspot provides one-step access to Internet via tethering. And during break-time at work, users can catch up with family and friends by video or audio calling them conveniently from the laptop.
To facilitate a smarter mobile office experience, Huawei introduces new upgrades to Multi-Screen Collaboration. The improved Multi-Screen Collaboration not only allows you to mirror your smartphone screen to your laptop’s display, but also lets you open up to three mobile apps at the same time for multitasking, resulting in greater efficiency and productivity. Featuring a wide range of innovative technology, HUAWEI MateBook X is designed to inspire creativity on all fronts, anytime and anywhere. HUAWEI MateBook X is the first to feature a clickpad with HUAWEI Free Touch. The improved clickpad offers a more expansive space for navigation and creative expressions and supports haptic feedback for a more tactile experience. The Huawei Share tag is now incorporated within the clickpad, providing easy access to the Multi-Screen Collaboration feature.
Inside, the sleek and portable HUAWEI MateBook X delivers the performance that consumers need to smoothly tackle day-to-day tasks. Featuring a 10th Generation Intel Core i5 processor and up to 16GB RAM, the HUAWEI MateBook X delivers the essential performance to support a smooth experience across typical productivity and multimedia use cases. Wi-Fi 6 support ensures Internet connection stays fast and stable even in crowded locations, with speeds up to three times of Wi-Fi 5.
While staying incredibly compact, HUAWEI MateBook X still offers incredible battery life with its 42Wh (rated capacity) battery. This works seamlessly with Huawei’s smart battery management solution to support up to 9 hours of local media playback or typical productivity scenarios. Transform any location into a personal cinema with the powerful quad-speaker system with split-frequency setup delivering rich 3D audio directly from under the keyboard. The sound system synergises with advanced audio algorithms to virtualise surround sound, delivering an immersive experience with any music, movie or game. A dual-microphone array on the edge incorporates algorithms to support long distance sound pickup for better voice capture that improves the user experience in video calls and virtual conference meetings.
User privacy is protected by the Fingerprint Power Button, which combines the fingerprint reader with the power button to securely authenticate user identity when the device is switched on, effectively replacing the login password on the Windows Welcome screen. Further on privacy, the unique recessed camera design affords peace of mind for users by embedding the camera into a key cap that is easily accessible and pops up only when required by the user.
The HUAWEI MateBook X is also joined by the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro, which boasts an Ultra FullView Display in a sleek and elegant unibody design. The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro also comes in an elegant colour of Emerald Green and packs innovative features like Multi-screen collaboration as a part of Huawei Share. In addition to this, it has 10th generation CPUs for professional performance and all-day-long battery life with a portable charger. The power button also doubles as a fingerprint sensor for easy login while the recessed camera provides privacy protection when not in use. This is all topped off with a Quad-speaker setup for immersive audio along with 4 mics for a better listening experience.


Gadgets
Samsung Launches Galaxy S25 Series in the UAE

Samsung Gulf Electronics has unveiled the Galaxy S25 Series in the UAE, featuring the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25. This new series sets a benchmark for mobile AI with the most natural and context-aware experiences, introducing multimodal AI agents and marking the beginning of Samsung’s vision to revolutionize user interaction with their phones and the world.
The launch event showcased the latest technology and innovation through interactive experiences. Samsung management highlighted the new features of the devices and celebrated regional talent pushing the boundaries with Galaxy AI. Samsung’s newest flagship phones elevate Galaxy AI capabilities with robust on-device AI processing, next-gen ProVisual Engine for superior photography, and exceptional performance powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy.
“The greatest innovations are a reflection of their users, which is why we evolved Galaxy AI to help everyone interact with their devices in a way that feels natural and effortless,” said DooHee Lee, President of Samsung Gulf Electronics. “Galaxy S25 Series opens the door to a true AI OS and a fundamental shift not just in how we use technology, but in how we live our lives.”
Fadi Abu Shamat, Head of the Mobile eXperience Division at Samsung Gulf Electronics, added, “The Galaxy S25 Series embodies Samsung’s relentless pursuit of innovation, bringing to life an era where AI seamlessly integrates into everyday mobile experiences. Inspired by the UAE’s bold vision for AI, we have introduced a device that not only enhances communication and creativity but also empowers users with smarter, more intuitive interactions. This series combines breakthrough technology while championing sustainability and security, setting a new bar for mobile devices designed to respect both the user and the environment.”
With One UI 7, the Galaxy S25 series becomes your AI companion, understanding your needs and preferences to provide personalized experiences with assured privacy. This marks the beginning of a collaborative vision with Google to transform Android into the first AI-integrated OS, welcoming developers and partners to create an inclusive AI ecosystem.
The Galaxy S25 series integrates AI agents with multimodal capabilities, interpreting text, speech, images, and videos, making interaction feel as natural as conversing with a friend. The upgraded Circle to Search and AI Select features allow for actionable searches with context-sensitive suggestions, eliminating the need to switch between apps to share a GIF or save event details.
Achieving a breakthrough in natural language understanding, the Galaxy S25 simplifies everyday interactions. Simply ask to find a specific photo in the Gallery or adjust the display font size in Settings effortlessly. Pressing the side button activates Gemini, enabling seamless cross-app actions in Samsung, Google, and third-party apps like Spotify and WhatsApp. For example, you can find your favourite sports team’s schedule and add it to your calendar with a single voice command.
These intuitive interactions are enhanced by Galaxy AI’s expanded tools for communication, productivity, and creativity. The Galaxy S25 organizes calls with on-device AI transcription and summary, and Writing Assist features like translation can be enabled on any screen showing text. Drawing Assist provides new ways to bring ideas to life through sketches, text, or image prompts.
In the era of AI, personalization and privacy go hand-in-hand with the Galaxy S25. The Personal Data Engine securely analyzes your data to deliver highly tailored experiences that reflect your preferences and usage patterns. These insights enhance multiple apps, allowing you to search for old photos in the Gallery using natural language or receive timely suggestions through Now Brief on the lock screen. Your personalized data remains private, with encryption keys stored securely in Knox Vault. Enhanced on-device processing capabilities create a powerful, protected AI experience unique to Galaxy.
The Galaxy S25 also introduces post-quantum cryptography to safeguard personal data against emerging threats as quantum computing evolves. One UI 7 lays the groundwork for these innovations with a fortified layer of device safety designed for the age of AI and hyperconnectivity. Updates include an improved Auto Blocker, added Maximum Restrictions settings, enhanced Theft Protection, and a new Knox Matrix dashboard to monitor security across connected devices.
The Galaxy S25 series is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, the most powerful chipset ever customized for Galaxy. This chipset delivers a remarkable performance boost of 40% in NPU, 37% in CPU, and 30% in GPU, enabling the Galaxy S25 Series to process AI experiences on-device without compromises, including tasks previously handled in the cloud, such as Generative Edit.
For the first time, Samsung has integrated proprietary innovations into the chipset. The ProScaler uses advanced, efficient AI image processing to achieve a 40% improvement in image accuracy, while the mobile Digital Natural Image engine (mDNIe) enhances display power efficiency.
The Galaxy S25 redefines mobile photography, delivering ultra-detailed shots at any range. The new 50MP ultrawide camera sensor, a significant upgrade from the previous 12MP, ensures exceptional clarity and vibrancy, even in low-light conditions. This advancement reveals intricate textures in macro photography, providing four times the detail.
Low-light videos reach new levels of clarity with the Galaxy S25’s Spatio-Temporal Filter, built directly into the chipset. This filter analyzes movement and time to reduce noise more effectively, allowing the ProVisual Engine to detect moving and static objects with greater precision. Additionally, 10-bit HDR recording offers four times richer colour expression compared to 8-bit.
The Galaxy S25 also democratizes advanced editing tools that were once limited to specialized software. With Audio Eraser, you can easily remove unwanted noise in videos by isolating specific sound categories, such as voices, crowds, wind, music, nature, and background noise.
For a DSLR-like mobile experience, the Galaxy S25 introduces depth-of-field control with Virtual Aperture, integrated into the popular Expert RAW mode. The Galaxy S25 also enhances cinematic creativity with Galaxy Log, offering precise color grading options for professional video production.
Starting February 7, the all-new Galaxy S25 Series will be available for purchase with various offers in the UAE. The prices are as follows: Galaxy S25 (128 GB) at AED 3,199, Galaxy S25 (256 GB) at AED 3,449, Galaxy S25 (512 GB) at AED 3,949, Galaxy S25+ (256 GB) at AED 3,899, Galaxy S25+ (512 GB) at AED 4,399, Galaxy S25 Ultra (256 GB) at AED 5,099, Galaxy S25 Ultra (512 GB) at AED 5,599, and Galaxy S25 Ultra (1 TB) at AED 6,599.
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ASUS Intros Zenbook Duo with Intel Core Ultra 2 Series

ASUS is redefining multitasking once again with the launch of the Zenbook DUO (2025) (UX8406CA), a powerful refresh of the ultraportable laptop featuring dual 14-inch 3K 120Hz OLED touchscreens. Designed for seamless collaboration and effortless productivity, the latest Zenbook Duo delivers an upgraded design, enhanced performance, and even more ways to do more—together. If you are looking for a fantastic Valentine’s deal, you will want to take advantage of our exclusive Valentine’s Week Bundle on the new Zenbook Duo (UX8406CA), which includes the additional Vivobook Go 14 Flip (TP1400) for FREE – the best gift of innovation for you and your loved one.
To mark the occasion, ASUS is introducing an exclusive limited-time bundle, embracing the spirit of dual happiness, doubled for two. With every purchase of the new Zenbook Duo (UX8406CA), customers will receive a Vivobook Go 14 Flip (TP1400) free. The deal is available on the ASUS Middle East eShop from Feb 4 to Feb 16th and from all retailers from February 11th to February 16th. For those looking for more options, the ASUS eShop is currently celebrating Zenbook Week until February 9th, offering the best price on the Zenbook Duo 2024 (UX8406MA) along with an exclusive 20% discount on extended warranties, making it the perfect time to upgrade.
Since its debut in 2024, the Zenbook Duo has been a game-changer, selling over 30 units per day and capturing a significant share of the Zenbook series sales. The 2025 model continues to build on its success with improved performance, longer battery life, and an even more refined dual-screen experience.
Key Features of the Zenbook Duo UX8406CA:
- Two 14-inch OLED Displays – 3K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate for vibrant and fluid visuals.
- Intel Core Ultra Processor – Next-gen performance for seamless multitasking.
- 32GB RAM + 2TB SSD – Speed and storage for heavy workflows.
- Compact and Lightweight – Weighs only 1.6kg, making it a perfect travel companion.
- Horizontal Dual-Screen Mode – Ideal for office work, messaging, content creation, and entertainment.
- Premium Magnesium Alloy Body – A sleek, durable design that maintains portability.
The laptop is priced at AED 8999 for the Intel U9 processor and AED 6999 for the Intel U7 processor. The all-new Zenbook Duo UX8406CA is available for pre-order with an exclusive Valentine’s week offer on ASUS eShop. Starting February 11th, the Zenbook Duo UX8406CA, is officially arriving at leading retail stores across the UAE & GCC—just in time for a special Valentine’s Day celebration. Early purchasers will also have the chance to receive a limited-edition gift box featuring fresh roses and chocolates, making it a perfect ready-to-gift package, available at select Sharaf DG, Jumbo, and Emax stores in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Accessories
OWC Launches OWC Dock Ejector 2.0

Other World Computing (OWC) has announced the general availability launch of the OWC Dock Ejector 2.0, the ultimate solution for efficiently and safely ejecting all connected devices, including SoftRAID and AppleRAID volumes. This updated version works with all docks, including non-OWC docks and hubs, expanding compatibility and drive protection to all Mac and PC users.
The newly enhanced OWC Dock Ejector takes the tedium and risk out of un-docking devices individually. By ensuring all data has been written before any disk is unmounted, you can safely eject your dock without worrying about losing or fragmenting files.
New in OWC Dock Ejector 2.0:
- Streamlined install process (new for Mac) – OWC is the first to ship software that enables high-power Thunderbolt dock ports without requiring reduced macOS security settings. OWC Dock Ejector 2.0 eliminates the need for Recovery Mode and simplifies the process compared to competing docks, which require users to boot into Recovery Mode, lower Mac security settings, reboot multiple times, and install system extensions. With OWC Dock Ejector 2.0, simply install the software, approve the system extension, and you’re done!
- Enhanced Volume Mounting (new for Mac) – OWC Dock Ejector 2.0 simplifies volume management like never before. If you unmount a volume, you can easily remount it without the hassle of unplugging cables or using Apple’s Disk Utility application.
“OWC Dock Ejector 2.0 is all about making your life on the go easier while keeping your data secure,” said Larry O’Connor, CEO and Founder, Other World Computing (OWC). “With features like safe drive ejection, seamless connection management, and timesaving simplicity, it empowers everyone – whether you’re a creative professional, IT administrator, or tech enthusiast – to work more efficiently and securely, without ever compromising your macOS security settings. Never worry when you need to disconnect and go – we’ve got you!”
OWC Dock Ejector 2.0 Features and Benefits:
- Data Security – Avoid data corruption by safely ejecting all connected drives with a single click.
- Easy Connection Management – Optimized for seamless disconnection of storage devices and peripherals.
- Security First – No need to compromise your macOS security settings.
- Timesaving – Skip the tedious recovery mode process required by other docks.
- User-Friendly – Designed for simplicity without sacrificing functionality.
OWC Dock Ejector 2.0 is now available for free.
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