US-based Emerson, a global technology and engineering company, has announced a new dual-mode wireless gateway which supports both IEC 62951 WirelessHart and ISA100.11a industrial wireless communications standards. This latest addition expands Emerson’s …
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Sony announces additions to Extra Bass wireless speaker line in the UAE
Sony Middle East and Africa have announced four new portable wireless speakers in the brand’s popular Extra Bass series. With a promise of enabling users to enjoy the intensity of deep bass notes in a variety of locations and scenarios, Extra Bass …
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Indira Gandhi International Airport offers fourth-fastest Wi-Fi speeds among airports in Asia: Ookla
Ookla conducted a survey between March and May this year to analyze the Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity at the busiest airports in Asia. The survey was conducted in countries like the UAE, South Korea, Japan, India, Thailand and more. In India, the speed …
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UAE Gives The Green Light To WhatsApp Voice Calls
Expatriates residing in UAE are elated as they can now connect with their families … WhatsApp is said to be now working on both WiFi connection and mobile data. However, authorities are yet to confirm the development. VoIP services are still a …
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Confusion reigns over Skype problems in UAE
Users of the popular VoIP service Skype in the UAE have been left in a state of confused frustration … Some users reported that they could use Skype while using 3G and 4G but not WiFi, while others said they could also use the service via WiFi.
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UAE: 13 amazing things to do this weekend
Get a guaranteed upgrade to the next room or suite category and an additional 20 per cent off, when booking directly on Fairmont Dubai website. A sumptuous breakfast buffet at Cascades and complimentary Wi-Fi along with complimentary valet parking service.
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E-City brings the world’s best sound experience to Dubai
has announced the Dubai release of the latest range of wireless speakers from Devialet’s Phantom Speaker Line — Gold, Silver and White. The inclusion is the part of E-City’s 2017 agenda of expanding exceptional range and in providing its customers with …
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Sheikh Mohammed unveils Dh5bn Emirates Towers Business Park
Sheikh Mohammed made these remarks at the launch of the AED5 billion Emirates Towers Business Park project. His Highness was accompanied by Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of Dubai International Financial Centre H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin …
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Economic slowdown likely to hurt Qatar’s banking sector asset quality
Dubai: The recent sanctions on Qatar by a group of states led … “Weaker economic activity could lead to deteriorating asset quality in the banking system and together with an escalation involving sanctions against the financial sector could necessitate …
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Dubai’s Emirates says US has exempted it from laptop ban
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Dubai-based Emirates airlines says the U.S. has exempted it from a ban on laptops in airplane cabins. The Middle East’s biggest long-haul carrier said in a statement Wednesday that new security measures were in place and the …
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End-users, not investors, drive Dubai property market
The Dubai property market has shifted from being mainly investor-led to a more mature end-user dominated market. A strong US dollar and weak oil prices are making Dubai property more expensive to investors from traditional source markets such as Russia …
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Dubai’s Emirates, Turkish Airlines off US laptop ban list
Emirates and Turkish Airways said on Wednesday they have also been exempted from a U.S. ban on laptops in airplane cabins, joining Etihad in satisfying American security concerns that had cut into the long-haul carriers’ business. It remains unclear how …
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Dubai’s new solar calculator app will help slash Dewa bills
Are you reeling under a ‘power shock’? And wonder how you can tap solar energy to reduce your zooming electricity bills in Dubai! Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has now made it easier for you to install rooftop solar panels. It has launched …
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Need help in calculating your roof’s solar potential?
Dubai: Have you thought of switching to solar power but changed your mind because you’re uncertain about your rooftop’s solar potential? If a lack of relevant information is what’s hindering you from tapping on to solar power, the Dubai Electricity …
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Short on down payment to finance your property in Dubai?
Since the implementation of the UAE Central Bank’s mortgage cap in 2013, buying a property has become harder. The mortgage cap required buyers to put down larger deposits against new purchases. This has had a big impact on first time buyers but as expected …
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GEMS Education reportedly weighing up IPO valued at $4bn
The Dubai-based international schools giant GEMS Education could be gearing up for an initial public offering valued at as much as $4bn and as early as next year, it has been reported. GEMS Education could launch an IPO as soon as next year, sources have said.
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Dubai’s Emirates tries to tail Abu Dhabi off laptop ban list
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — At Abu Dhabi International Airport, travelers bound for the United States on Tuesday enjoyed something many others flying out of the Middle East can’t — walking onto an airplane with their laptop. But what has …
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