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Sennheiser Announces November Discounts on Select Audio Gear in Saudi Arabia
Sennheiser has reduced prices by up to 30% on select headphones on Amazon.sa during November 2026 sales periods in Saudi Arabia.
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Acer Unveils Predator XB253Q U1 Gaming Monitor With 1000 Hz Refresh Rate
Acer introduced the Predator XB253Q U1 monitor featuring a 1000 Hz refresh rate alongside an updated lineup of Nitro and ProDesigner displays.

Robert Downey Jr. Joins SPECS as Chief Customer Experience Officer
Robert Downey Jr. has joined SPECS as Chief Customer Experience Officer to design content, hardware collaborations, and consumer experiences.

Gangstar Mirage City Adds Player Businesses and Syndicates in First Major Update
Level Infinite and Gameloft have released the first major update for Gangstar Mirage City, adding 50-player syndicates and player-run operations.

Red Bull and Exel by Merak Support Saudi Game Developers Ahead of Demo Day
Two Saudi student developers are preparing their games for Demo Day on 23 November under the Red Bull Win Win programme with Exel by Merak.

Acer Introduces Aspire G 3D 16 Laptop and Refreshed Aspire S All-in-One Desktops
Acer has unveiled the Aspire G 3D 16 laptop featuring glasses-free 3D alongside refreshed Aspire S all-in-one desktop computers powered by Intel processors.

HUAWEI AppGallery Concludes AGC Esports Carnival in Dammam
HUAWEI AppGallery concluded the AGC Esports Carnival in Dammam, bringing together over 800 players who competed for SAR 200,000 in cash and hardware prizes.

Apple Introduces New iPad Mini With OLED Display and A20 Pro
Apple introduced an updated iPad mini featuring an 8.5-inch OLED display, the A20 Pro processor, and IP67 dust and water resistance.

Sandisk Partners with Meta as Exclusive Storage Provider for VR Glasses
Sandisk announced a partnership with Meta to serve as the exclusive storage hardware provider for upcoming virtual reality glasses scheduled for spring 2027.

LG Launches LG xboom Blast Portable Speaker for Outdoor Use
LG Electronics has globally introduced the LG xboom Blast portable Bluetooth party speaker, featuring 220W audio output and an IP68 durable enclosure.

Finnish Retailer Gigantti Launches Contract Campaign for GTA VI Players
Finnish electronics retailer Gigantti introduced a contract campaign allowing households to negotiate console play schedules. The system offers three commitment tiers ahead of the Grand Theft Auto VI release.
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Jackaroo King Hosts In-Person Riyadh Tournament for Second Anniversary
Jackaroo King gathered players at Al Nakheel Mall in Riyadh for a live tournament, marking the board game app’s second anniversary.

GTA Roleplay Communities Secure Space on Million-Dollar DARTZ Vehicle
Over 60 percent of space on a bespoke million-dollar DARTZ vehicle is booked as GTA creators assemble community districts for its Miami debut.

LG Adds 100 Metropolitan Museum Artworks to Smart TVs
LG Electronics has integrated 100 artworks from The Metropolitan Museum of Art into its Gallery+ platform, offering home users high-resolution museum masterpieces.

Knowledge Economic City and BAAN Holding Sign Lease for Level 48 at Multaqa AlMadinah Mall
Knowledge Economic City and BAAN Holding signed a lease during RECON Dubai to introduce Level 48 at Multaqa AlMadinah Mall in Madinah.

No Man’s Sky iOS Edition Launches on iPhone and iPad on October 28
Hello Games announced No Man’s Sky arrives on iPhone and iPad on October 28. The 5GB release retains major expansions and touch controls.

SEVEN Showcases Entertainment Projects at Furas Al Sharqiya Exhibition
SEVEN presented its entertainment destination portfolio at the Furas Al Sharqiya exhibition in Dhahran, outlining projects backed by over SAR 45 billion in total investment.

Sony Introduces New Colors for INZONE Gaming Audio Lineup in Saudi Arabia
Sony launched new color variants for its INZONE H9 II headset and INZONE E9 earphones in Saudi Arabia, featuring Fnatic-inspired styling and passive noise isolation.

VIVERSE Plus Subscription Launches With Six Months Free for Samsung Users
VIVERSE Plus has launched in the Gulf, giving eligible Samsung Members app users six months of free, ad-free instant gaming across mobile devices.

Mastercard and Tamatem Partner to Expand Gaming Payments Across MENA
Mastercard and publisher Tamatem have teamed up to process digital transactions for Tamatem Plus across 13 Middle Eastern and African markets.


