Smart Devices
Smart devices, wearables, and gadgets — including smartwatches, fitness trackers, drones, cameras, and IoT devices for the connected lifestyle.

MobED Robot Platform Wins 2026 Red Dot Design Award
The MobED robot platform has won the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026, recognized for its advanced engineering and real-world usability.

Smart Robots Deployed at Two Holy Mosques for Pilgrim Guidance
The Presidency of Religious Affairs has deployed smart robots and AI systems to provide multilingual guidance and digital services to pilgrims at the Two Holy Mosques.

Huawei Unveils New Tech Gift Options for Eid Celebrations in Saudi Arabia
Huawei has announced its latest product lineup in Saudi Arabia for Eid, featuring the nova 15 Max smartphone, WATCH FIT 5 Pro, and FreeClip 2 earbuds.

Hyundai ID Card Case Wins 2026 Red Dot Design Award
Hyundai Motor’s new employee ID card case has secured the 2026 Red Dot Award for Product Design, featuring MagSafe compatibility and a modular structure.

LG smart kitchen – Simplifies Eid Feast Prep | Saudi Shopper
LG showcased its connected kitchen appliances in Saudi Arabia to simplify meal preparation for families during the Eid Al-Adha holiday.

Guanlan Encoding – AI Video Compression Cuts Storage Costs by 50%
Hikvision launched Guanlan Encoding, an AI-powered video compression technology that cuts storage costs by 30-50% without affecting footage quality. The technology uses smart region-of-interest encoding to preserve key details while compressing background.

Google and Samsung Unveil AI Eyewear Launch at Google I/O 2026
Google and Samsung previewed two AI-powered smart glasses designs at Google I/O 2026. The eyewear uses Android XR and Gemini AI, with launch planned for later this year.

Sony Launches 1000X THE COLLEXION Premium Headphones in Saudi Arabia
Sony launched the 1000X THE COLLEXION premium headphones in Saudi Arabia, featuring refined design, DSEE Ultimate upscaling, and 360 Reality Audio. The range also gets a new Sandstone color for the WH-1000XM6.

LG Showcases Premium Built-in Kitchen Solutions at Milan Design Week 2026
LG Electronics showcased premium kitchen solutions from SKS and its built-in lineup at Milan Design Week 2026, featuring immersive experiences and the new Tracce collection inspired by Italian design.

Wi-Fi Performance Issues Plague Gulf Region Despite High Fiber Penetration
Speedtest data from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE reveals that distance, obstacles, and frequency band selection significantly impact Wi-Fi speeds despite the region’s world-leading fiber infrastructure.

Sony Launches FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS Super-Telephoto Lens in Saudi Arabia
Sony announced the FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS super-telephoto lens for Saudi Arabia, featuring 3x faster autofocus and a constant F4.5 aperture in a lightweight 1,840-gram body designed for wildlife, sports, and photojournalism.

TCL Launches 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV Lineup in UAE With C7L, C8L, and X11L Models
TCL unveils its 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV lineup in the UAE, featuring the C7L, C8L, and flagship X11L models with up to 10,000 nits peak brightness and 20,000+ local dimming zones.

TCL Launches 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV Lineup in UAE With C7L, C8L, and X11L Models
TCL unveiled its 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV lineup in the UAE with three models: C7L, C8L, and flagship X11L. The new televisions feature up to 10,000 nits peak brightness and advanced quantum dot technology.

LG Launches Smart HVAC Systems for Saudi Homes as Summer Temperatures Rise
LG Electronics launched smart HVAC systems in Saudi Arabia designed to tackle extreme summer heat while reducing energy consumption. The DUALCOOL Inverter technology and ERV ventilation address both comfort and efficiency challenges.

OPPO Find N6 Foldable Smartphone Launches with Zero-Feel Crease Technology
OPPO launches Find N6 foldable with zero-crease display technology, AI-powered productivity tools, and 200MP Hasselblad camera system. Now available in Saudi Arabia.

Yango Yasmina Launches Football Updates Feature for Voice-Activated Sports Tracking
Yango Yasmina introduces voice-activated football updates for UAE users, allowing real-time tracking of local and international matches in Arabic and English across AI-powered smart speakers.

Hisense Opens New Dubai Showroom and Care Hub to Expand UAE Presence
Hisense UAE expansion continues with new Dubai showroom in Bur Dubai and dedicated Care Hub near the airport, reinforcing the company’s regional retail and after-sales infrastructure.

Huawei Watch FIT 5 Pro Brings Health Monitoring to Wearable Segment
The Huawei Watch FIT 5 Pro brings diabetes risk assessment and advanced health monitoring to a premium smartwatch. Available in Saudi Arabia from 599 SAR.

Google Launches Fitbit Air at $99.99 with Screenless Health Tracking Design
Google launches Fitbit Air, a $99.99 screenless health tracker featuring continuous heart rate monitoring, sleep analysis, and seven-day battery life. The device pairs with Google Health app for AI-powered health recommendations.

Ring Launches Indoor Cam Plus and Floodlight Cam Pro in Saudi Arabia
Ring expands its smart home portfolio in Saudi Arabia with the Indoor Cam Plus and Floodlight Cam Pro, offering enhanced video quality and intelligent monitoring features for both indoor and outdoor spaces.

LG Wireless TVs First to Earn TÜV Rheinland Lossless Vision Certification
LG Electronics’ wireless TVs receive first-ever True Wireless Lossless Vision certification from TÜV Rheinland, delivering visually lossless 4K quality without cable connections.

Huawei Launches MatePad Pro Max, nova 15 Max, and WATCH FIT 5 Series in Bangkok
Huawei unveiled four new product categories at its Bangkok launch event, including the ultra-thin MatePad Pro Max tablet and battery-focused nova 15 Max smartphone. Both devices are available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia.
