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

Saudi FDA Grants Marketing Authorization for Dual Glucose and Ketone Monitoring Device
The Saudi FDA has authorized a continuous glucose and ketone monitoring device, marking one of the first regulatory approvals worldwide for the biosensor tool.

Qatar Airways Equips 150 Widebody Aircraft With Starlink
Qatar Airways has equipped 150 widebody aircraft with Starlink, introducing the technology to its Boeing 787-9 fleet as rollouts continue through 2026.

Huawei Expands Customer Support Model and AppGallery Services in Saudi Arabia
Huawei has upgraded its service operations and AppGallery support in Saudi Arabia, offering free monthly maintenance and postal repairs.

Sennheiser Introduces Momentum True Wireless 5 with User-Replaceable Batteries
Sennheiser announced the Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds featuring user-replaceable batteries, Bluetooth 6.0, and up to 40 hours of total playback time.

LG Introduces 32-Inch UltraFine evo 6K Monitor With Thunderbolt 5
LG launched its 32-inch UltraFine evo 6K display featuring Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, 224 PPI density, and Nano IPS Black technology for creative workflows.

King Khalid International Airport Begins First Phase of Silent Airport Project in Riyadh
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has started phase one of its Silent Airport initiative at Terminal 5, shifting flight announcements to digital screens.

HONOR Launches 13-Inch Pad X9b Max Tablet in Saudi Arabia
HONOR has released the HONOR Pad X9b Max in Saudi Arabia featuring a 13-inch 120Hz screen, 10100mAh battery, and prices starting from 999 SAR.

LG Accelerates Robotics Collaboration With NVIDIA at New Seoul Data Factory
LG Electronics met with NVIDIA officials at its new Seoul Data Factory to accelerate joint robotics development and expand its physical AI learning infrastructure.

AliExpress Highlights Six Device Upgrades for Back-to-School Season in Saudi Arabia
AliExpress features six hardware upgrades during its Back-to-School Sale in Saudi Arabia, covering audio gear, laptop storage, and portable devices.

Crytica Security Introduces RDAi Deterministic Threat Detection Software
Crytica Security has launched RDAi, a deterministic threat detection software that monitors instruction set integrity directly inside operational technology devices.

Investigation Links Amazon Facility to Destructive Scanning of Rare Books for Model Development
An investigative report reveals Amazon is buying and destructively scanning rare books at a Nevada facility to train language models.

Apple Leaks Camera-Equipped AirPods in macOS Update
Apple has accidentally revealed its upcoming camera-equipped AirPods in a video embedded within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate update.

OPPO Expands Ecosystem with Enco Clip2, Enco Air5, and Pad 5 Matte Display Edition
OPPO has launched three new smart devices in Saudi Arabia, including the Enco Clip2, Enco Air5, and Pad 5 Matte Display Edition tablet.

Durability Certification Expands to Mass-Market Smartphones
Smartphone durability certification is expanding into mass-market devices, bringing premium protection standards to more accessible price segments.

Saudi Arabia Records 89% Improvement in Gaming Latency Rates
Saudi Arabia achieved an 89% improvement in gaming latency rates, alongside reaching 13.85 million IoT subscriptions, according to the latest CST report.

Insta360 Unveils X6 Action Camera with Compact Design and Larger Sony Sensors
Insta360 has launched the X6 action camera, featuring larger Sony sensors, 8K video at 50fps, and a more compact design with an OLED screen.

OMODA & JAECOO Introduces SIVP Smart Parking and Prepares OMODA 4 Launch in Saudi Arabia
OMODA & JAECOO is introducing its SIVP smart parking technology and preparing to launch the OMODA 4 smart SUV with an AI cockpit in Saudi Arabia.

Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra with Iterative Hardware Upgrades
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, featuring a slimmer design, a 5,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery, and a 200MP camera.

Panasonic Aligns Regional Partners at Customer Service Strategy Conference 2026
Panasonic Middle East & Africa hosted its Customer Service Strategy Conference 2026 to review performance and align regional partners on digital integration.

FREELANDER 8 Enters Mass Production for Global Markets
The FREELANDER 8 has officially entered mass production in China, with Middle East road testing underway ahead of its September debut in Abu Dhabi.

Saudi Arabia Launches Digital Platform to Automate 85,000 Mosques
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has launched a digital platform to automate services across 85,000 mosques, improving administrative oversight and field monitoring.

Google Unveils Pixel 11 Series with Tensor G6 Processor
Google has launched its Pixel 11 series featuring the new Tensor G6 processor, upgraded cameras, and expanded RAM configurations for on-device AI tasks.
