Gaming & Entertainment
Gaming news, esports updates, entertainment technology, streaming platforms, and home entertainment reviews for gamers and tech enthusiasts in the Middle East.
Social media sites pass on the equestrian club races news
With the attendance of more than five thousand people, and with breathtaking twenty rounds, and with the two cups of the Ministry of Education and the Emirate of Najran, the Equestrian Club completed its activities sports and entertainment in the current season for the year 1438 AH, at King Abdul Aziz Square in Janadriya, with […]
From Rollercoasters to Fitness, GITEX Visitors Experience Immersive Virtual Reality
From world record breaking VR roller coaster rides, to augmented reality applications that will revolutionise healthcare, GITEX Technology Week has been a platform for game-changing AR/VR technology. VR company ICAROS from Germany showcased their ultimate virtual reality fitness game experience at GITEX. Combining virtual reality goggles with the ICAROS plank, the technology allows the user […]
Dubai Successfully Achieves Virtual Reality World Record
The Dubai World Trade Centre successfully achieved today a Guinness World Record for most participants riding in a virtual reality roller coaster in one hour at GITEX Technology Week, putting Dubai on the map as a global hub for VR innovation and earning a place in the history books. Powered by Samsung, 461 GITEX participants […]
Syfy celebrates regional debut only on OSN with unveil of Virtual Reality hybrid series and new programming line-up
NBCUniversal International Networks and OSN officially celebrated the arrival of Syfy to the region at an exclusive launch event in Dubai. The home of provocative and inspiring science fiction entertainment, Syfy is the only sci-fi-focused TV channel in the Middle East. The event also showcased Halcyon, a ground-breaking short-form linear virtual reality hybrid series available […]
LG showcases its latest line-up of clothing care solutions at IFA 2016
LG Electronics (LG) recently showcased its latest innovations in clothing care technology at IFA 2016, one of the world’s leading trade shows for consumer electronics and home appliances organized in Germany. Featured among the top lineup of products were LG’s all-new TWINWash washing machine along with the efficient and durable Centum System washer, LG SIGNATURE […]
eXTREMESLAND ZOWIE Asia CS: GO 2016 Middle East Qualifiers was Announced
The annual eSports events for CS: GO players of the Asia–Pacific region, eXTREMESLAND is having its Qualifier rounds across the Asia-Pacific region. The Middle East Qualifiers of the eXTREMESLAND ZOWIE Asia CS: GO 2016 kicked off last weekend, 11th & 12th August 2016 at Que Club in Dubai. 15 teams battled it out through offline […]
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Rio 2016 Organizing Committee receives from Nissan the official vehicle fleet for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The vehicle fleet that will be used during the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games was officially delivered by automotive partner Nissan to the Local Organizing Committee. The company will supply about 4,200 vehicles comprising various models to meet the many day-to-day mobility needs during the Games. The official delivery ceremony was held at the […]
Fortinet to Provide Enterprises with On-Demand Security at Scale with Verizon Virtual Network Services
Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global leader in high-performance cybersecurity solutions, today announced that it has been selected as a vSecurity technology partner as part of Verizon Enterprise Solutions’ new Virtual Network Services. The Fortinet Security Fabric will provide enterprise customers of Verizon Virtual Network Services with open, adaptive virtual security and actionable threat intelligence, turning […]
The FC Bayern Munich Airbus takes off
The FC Bayern Munich took off today on a Lufthansa Airbus A340 for an eleven-day USA trip on the “FCB Audi Summer Tour 2016”. To mark the occasion, the long-haul aircraft with the registration D-AIHK has been covered with a special FC Bayern Munich design. In addition to the FC Bayern Munich logo, ten players […]
Technology Changes the Game at Euro 2016 and in the Middle East
Real-time technology is changing the game for global sporting leaders, including Germany at Euro 2016 and Aspire Academy in Qatar. For the 2016 European Championship, SAP continues their partnership with the German National Football Team (DFP) to develop two new prototype technologies. These new innovations build off the success of 2014, when SAP technologies helped […]
Middle East Football Fans at Euro 2016 to Experience World’s Most Advanced Stadiums
Middle East football fans attending UEFA Euro 2016 will experience the world’s most innovative stadiums, with iconic designs and fan-friendly features built with advanced construction software. The three French stadiums – Le Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Lyon, the Matmut Atlantique in Bordeaux, and the Stade Velodrome in Marseille – have benefited from Trimble’s Building Information […]
absolute musts when preparing your home before Eid holidays
After Ramadan, while preparing to leave for Eid holidays, your bags are packed and you haven’t forgotten anything. But before you get there you have one last task on your to do list: getting the house ready to fend for itself, for some weeks. It’s time for the pre-vacation clean-up! Helpling.ae, the leading online platform […]
Panasonic kick starts Rio Olympics Campaign with #YallaRio promotion
Panasonic, the long-term official partner to the Rio Olympic Games is providing its consumers in the Middle East a chance to win a trip to Rio Olympics with the recently launched #YallaRio campaign. The one and a half month-long campaign is running in three countries including the UAE, Oman, and Jordan from May 15th to […]
ANKI REVS UP UAE’S GAMING SCENE THIS SUMMER WITH CUTTING- EDGE ROBOTIC BATTLE-RACING GAME, ANKI OVERDRIVE
Battle-racing shifts into high gear as Anki – a robotics and artificial intelligence company – today announced that their hit robotic battle-racing game, Anki OVERDRIVE, will be launching in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) this summer. Anki OVERDRIVE is available now for pre-orders and hands-on experience at select Harvey Nichols and Virgin Megastore outlets across […]
BenQ’s innovative monitors take the gaming world by storm
If you are a gaming enthusiast, the one thing you would not want to compromise on is your monitor. In fact, to get the most out of the latest first-person shooter (FPS) games, sports, racing, and other fast-action games, not only will you need a gaming PC with a powerful graphics solution, a monitor that […]
AOC launches new line of gaming monitors
AOC, the display specialist has officially launched its new gaming brand: “AGON”. All future AOC gaming product releases will be under the AGON name. AGON will also encompass AOC’s future gaming-related activities and social media voice. Some of AOC’s existing gaming displays, previously grouped together with other products, will be rebranded under AGON. The name […]