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LG Launches 4K OLED TV Lineup in the Gulf Region
LG Electronics has today announced the availability of its latest industry-leading OLED televisions in the Gulf region – a flagship TV lineup upgraded with features such as a new OLED panel, greater color accuracy and contrast, an enhanced AI processor, and redesigned webOS interface for an even more seamless end-user experience. LG’s 2021 OLED TVs, spearheaded by the G1 and C1 series, represent the company’s most comprehensive range of OLED TVs to date, with exciting new models that build on the brand’s legacy of superior picture quality. LG’s latest G1 series features OLED evo, the next step in the evolution of OLED TV technology that delivers better luminosity for higher brightness and punchy images with amazing clarity, detail, and realism.
When it comes to the ultimate viewing experience of OLED, LG’s C1 series boasts a host of size options, including a 48-inch TV typically favored by gamers, to the all-new 83-inch model, offering a truly cinematic, full-screen experience from the comfort of home. Both the G1 and C1 OLED series are compatible with LG’s new Gallery Stand 1 – an attractive alternative to the sleek, flush-to-the-wall Gallery Design mount LG has previously pioneered.
Bringing the full experience together on the G1 and C1 OLED series is LG’s latest intelligent processor, the α (Alpha) 9 Gen 4 AI. The processor utilizes deep learning to enhance and upscale content on LG’s self-emissive displays. The new processor also features AI Picture Pro – recognizing onscreen objects such as faces and bodies and distinguishes between foregrounds and backgrounds, processing each object independently to make images more three-dimensional and lifelike. With its ability to detect content genre, the α9 Gen 4 processor further optimizes picture quality, the amount of light in scenes, and ambient conditions in various viewing environments.
Additionally, the processor incorporates a new version of LG’s AI Sound Pro, which delivers two major additions to the 2021 OLED lineup. Virtual 5.1.2 surround sound up-mixing delivers an incredibly immersive audio experience via the TV’s built-in speakers, while Auto Volume Leveling ensures a consistent audio experience when switching between channels or streaming apps – the solution to an age-old problem of startling sound fluctuations when selecting content.
To offer an intuitive experience, LG’s G1 and C1 series OLED TVs also make use of the company’s upgraded webOS 6.0 smart TV platform. It features a redesigned home screen, as well as performance improvements to deliver faster access to apps, as well as easier content discovery and more personalized recommendations. In conjunction, LG’s improved Magic Remote features hotkeys for popular content providers, making the experience of streaming and viewing content faster than ever before.
LG’s 2021 OLED TV lineup also features Natural Language Processing (NLP) to understand voice-activated commands and questions in various languages, including English, Arabic, French, Spanish and Russian. The TVs understand context, eradicating the need to repeat a full command. For example, if wishing to check the temperature, users can ask, “What is the weather in Dubai?”. Rather than repeating the full sentence for another city, they can simply say, “And in Abu Dhabi?”. The same process applies when viewing content and wishing to know more about the soundtrack, an actor, and more. In terms of Arabic functionality, the G1 and C1 series TVs understand not only standard Arabic dialect, but also Emirati, Saudi Arabian, and Egyptian variations.
Local Pricing and Availability
LG 4K OLED TV – G1 Series
65-inch model available from AED 9,999
77-inch model available from AED 18,999
LG 4K OLED TV – C1 Series
48-inch model available from AED 5,299
55-inch model available from AED 5,699
65-inch model available from AED 9,499
77-inch model available from AED 17,999
83-inch model available from AED 27,999
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Huawei to Launch Next-Generation Foldable Smartphone at Dubai Launch Event
Huawei is set to host a highly anticipated launch event in Dubai this December, where the company will unveil several innovative products that promise to redefine the tech landscape. The event marks a pivotal moment for the brand, unveiling groundbreaking products like the HUAWEI Mate X6, HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4, and HUAWEI nova 13 Series. The new products will set new benchmarks for design, functionality, and user experience in the mobile and audio markets.
As Huawei continues solidifying its position as a leader in the tech industry, this launch will underscore the company’s expanding influence in international markets. Huawei’s latest flagship foldable, the HUAWEI Mate X6, will be unveiled during the Dubai launch. The phone is expected to redefine the future of foldable smartphone technology. It is among the company’s most advanced foldables to date. The Mate X6 is expected to take mobile photography to new heights, building on Huawei’s legacy of pioneering smartphone cameras of the Mate Series.
Besides the Mate X6, Huawei will unveil its next-generation audio products, including the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4. These earbuds will be the first to feature HUAWEI SOUND, offering an immersive audio experience. They will also include AI-driven noise reduction technology, designed to isolate the wearer’s voice during calls while eliminating environmental noise. This feature significantly enhances call quality, particularly in noisy environments.
Consumers can also look forward to the launch of the HUAWEI nova 13 series, a new midrange smartphone that brings a unique interweaving design and an array of exciting features. The nova 13 series offers significant upgrades over its predecessors, including enhanced camera capabilities, a performance boost, and more. The new HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 will also deliver a paper-like experience, perfect for light office productivity, efficient learning, and everyday tasks.
The Dubai event, scheduled for the 12th of December, will mark the global unveiling of Huawei’s several innovative products. The MEA market is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions for technology, and Huawei is committed to strengthening its regional presence. By continuing to introduce groundbreaking products, Huawei is positioning itself to shape the future of mobile technology while reinforcing its role as a global tech powerhouse.
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PS5 Anniversary Update Intros Retro Themes Celebrating Every PlayStation Generation
Sony has delighted gamers with a nostalgic surprise to celebrate PlayStation’s 30th anniversary. In addition to retro hardware that quickly sold out, Sony has released a software update that adds classic boot screens and themes for each generation of PlayStation console. Upon launching the update, users will be prompted to select their favourite generation, with options ranging from the PS1 to the PS4.
This update changes the PS5 dashboard’s menu colours and sounds to match the chosen console’s user interface. Additionally, players can explore other themes through the new “PlayStation 30th Anniversary” item in the settings menu.
However, these themes are available only for a limited time. Sony has not specified when they will be removed, but the decision to make them temporary has raised some eyebrows. While creating a perception of scarcity or avoiding clutter in the settings menu might be strategic, it could be seen as a missed opportunity to let users permanently enjoy the nostalgic themes.
This isn’t the first time Sony has indulged in retro charm. A decade ago, during PlayStation’s 20th anniversary, a free theme transformed the PS4, PS3, and Vita to reflect the PS1’s look and startup sound. As Sony celebrates three decades of gaming excellence, fans are once again treated to a trip down memory lane.
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Apple to Retain Titanium Frame for iPhone 17 Pro Series, Says Leaker
According to a recent leak from Weibo user “Instant Digital,” next year’s iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will retain their titanium chassis, contrary to earlier reports suggesting that Apple might shift to aluminium for its 2025 lineup. The Information’s Wayne Ma had previously indicated that Apple’s flagship iPhone 17 Pro models could be the first high-end iPhones to feature an aluminium frame since the lineup’s split into Pro and non-Pro models.
Historically, high-end iPhone models used stainless steel frames until the iPhone 15 Pro introduced a titanium chassis, which was touted as a significant upgrade. However, Ma’s report suggested a return to aluminium for the entire iPhone 17 lineup. Instant Digital, however, disagrees, stating on Weibo (via machine translation), “Of course, the iPhone 17 Pro will still use titanium. Why would anyone believe it would switch to aluminium? Think about it — it’s just not possible. Looking back at recent iPhone models, Apple has consistently emphasized the premium frame materials of the Pro series as one of its key selling points, from ‘surgical-grade stainless steel’ to ‘titanium.’ If they switched to aluminium, how could they even market it?”
The Weibo leaker’s claims, however, lack verification from supply chain information, and Ma’s report details a significant design change involving an aluminium upper back with a rectangular camera bump made of aluminium instead of traditional 3D glass, while the bottom half would remain glass to support wireless charging. Apple has a history of introducing and then discontinuing breakthrough features in its iPhones. For example, the 3D Touch feature introduced with the iPhone 6s in 2015 was phased out with the iPhone 11 in 2019.
Despite Instant Digital’s mixed accuracy record with Apple rumours, the leaker has made some accurate predictions, such as the Yellow iPhone 14 launch in 2023, the frosted back glass on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, the minor refresh for the Apple Watch Series 9, and other notable features. The iPhone 17 series is expected to debut in the fall of 2025, featuring new display sizes, a rumoured ultra-thin model, and ProMotion displays across the lineup. As always, the anticipation for Apple’s latest innovations continues to build.
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