Dubizzle has launched “Sell with AI”, a tool designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, enabling users to effortlessly post ads once they upload an image. Based on the image, the AI-based solution automatically suggests key details such as category, price, and other attributes, significantly reducing manual input and saving users time and effort. This streamlined process not only accelerates ad posting but also ensures consistency and high-quality standards, enhancing the efficiency of the moderation process and improving the overall marketplace experience on Dubizzle.

Commenting on this launch, Haider Khan, CEO of Dubizzle and Dubizzle Group MENA and Board Member of the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, stated, “At Dubizzle, our mission is to continually elevate the experience for our users, keeping innovation at our core by leveraging the use of the latest tech and AI solutions, build products and features that address key pain points. Our new AI-based posting experience not only automates the ad creation process, but it also simplifies the interactions on our platform, setting a new standard for efficiency and quality. This tool allows us to empower our users—whether individuals or businesses—with a seamless, highly intuitive experience, ensuring they can reach their audience faster and more effectively. We are proud to take this next step in our journey to making Dubizzle the most trusted and efficient marketplace in the region.”

After nearly a year of delays and extensive security refinements, Microsoft is finally releasing its AI-powered Recall feature for all Copilot+ PCs. This groundbreaking yet contentious tool, which periodically captures and indexes user activity through screenshots, debuts alongside two other major AI enhancements: a more intuitive Windows Search with natural language capabilities and a new “Click to Do” function reminiscent of Google’s Circle to Search.

From Delay to Deployment
Recall’s journey to launch has been anything but smooth. Originally intended to ship with Copilot+ PCs in June 2023, the feature was postponed following backlash from security researchers over potential privacy risks. Microsoft initially aimed for an October 2023 preview but pushed it back again to November for further safeguards. Now, after months of development, Recall arrives as an opt-in feature—users must explicitly enable it during setup.

According to Navjot Virk, Microsoft’s Corporate VP of Windows Experiences, Recall addresses a common pain point: “We wanted to solve a universal frustration: picking up where you left off.” The tool organizes snapshots of user activity, enabling searches based on contextual memories rather than exact filenames.

A Feature That Divides Opinion
Early testers have described Recall as both revolutionary and unnerving. While it transforms Windows search by interpreting images and contextual data, it also raises significant privacy concerns by storing vast amounts of user activity. Security researcher Kevin Beaumont, who first sounded the alarm on Recall’s vulnerabilities, recently tested the final version and acknowledged Microsoft’s security upgrades, including database encryption, default sensitive-data filtering, and mandatory opt-in. However, Beaumont notes that content filtering remains inconsistent, and the feature can be unlocked with a simple four-digit PIN—despite Microsoft’s claims that biometric authentication is required.

AI-Powered Search and “Click to Do”
Beyond Recall, Microsoft is supercharging Windows Search with natural language processing, allowing users to find files using conversational queries like “that brown dog photo” instead of precise filenames. The new Click to Do feature, activated with Win + Left Click, enables on-the-fly analysis of text and images, offering quick actions such as summarization or object removal from photos. Currently, text-based features are exclusive to Qualcomm-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel models expected later this year.

A new Intel survey on consumer attitudes toward AI-powered personal computers (AI PCs) reveals significant interest and adoption potential in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, particularly among younger demographics. The findings suggest a promising market for AI PCs, highlighting both excitement about the technology and areas where further education and reassurance are needed.

Key survey findings include:

1. High Purchase Intent: Over 60 per cent of respondents would “definitely” upgrade to an AI PC, with another 29 per cent “probably” considering it, indicating a strong potential for rapid market growth.
2. Strong Awareness, Low Usage: While 44 per cent of respondents know about AI PCs but have never used them, only 6 per cent currently own one. This gap presents a significant opportunity to demonstrate the practical benefits of AI PCs and convert awareness into adoption. This suggests a need for targeted marketing campaigns that showcase real-world applications.

   

3. Feature Appeal: The most sought-after AI PC features include predictive text input, real-time language translation, and enhanced accessibility tools. These findings underscore the importance of focusing on user-centric AI applications that address everyday needs and improve productivity.

   

4. Privacy Concerns Exist but Are Manageable: While 29 per cent of male and 28.4 per cent of female respondents are moderately concerned about data security, only a small percentage (6-7 per cent) are extremely concerned. This indicates that addressing privacy concerns proactively through transparent data handling practices and robust security features will be crucial for building trust and accelerating adoption.

   

5. Time Spent on Routine Tasks Influences Attitudes: Those who spend over 20 hours per week on a PC are less likely to upgrade, perhaps due to satisfaction with their current setup or concerns about compatibility.

Conversely, mid-range users (10-19 hours per week) show the highest interest, suggesting that this group may be more receptive to the efficiency and productivity enhancements offered by AI PCs. These insights pave the way for tech developers and marketers looking to accelerate AI PC adoption in the region. The survey highlights the importance of focusing on user-centric features, addressing privacy concerns, and targeting specific user segments with tailored messaging.