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A NASA-led mission was set to blast off from Southern California early on Thursday on a major Earth science mission to survey the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers for the first time. The advanced radar satellite, known as SWOT, or Surface Water and Ocean Topography, will provide scientists with unprecedented insights into the life-giving fluid covering 70 percent of the planet, which may shed light on climate change’s mechanics and consequences, according to the article. The SWOT spacecraft was scheduled to launch from Vandenberg U.S. Space Force Base in California, located about 275 km northwest of Los Angeles, on Thursday…

Sunday marked the first time in the history of the Arab world that a lunar rover had successfully launched into space. Rashid Rover, built by UAE Space Agency and the first Emirati mission to the surface of the Moon, took off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, US, at 11.38am UAE time today aboard a Space X Falcon 9 rocket. UAE becomes the first Arab country and fourth country in the world to land on the lunar surface after the United States, Soviet Union, and China. Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) said that…

Apple is ramping up its plans to shift more and more iPhone production to India as China becomes embroiled with frequent COVID-19 outbreaks and citizen protests. Apple’s contract manufacturers in India are set to increase production sharply, according to a prominent Indian newspaper. As a result of the government’s Rs 41,000 crore PLI scheme, Foxconn, Pegatron and Wistron are preparing to ramp up production. Experts expect locally made iPhones to reach 20% of global shipments within three to four years, from 5% now. Two sources quoted by CNBC said India is in talks with Apple to manufacture iPads. However, no…

Samsung Gulf Electronics announced the launch of two revolutionary foldable smartphones: Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4. Both devices have customizable form factors, tailored experiences, and upgraded performance. The Galaxy Z series, in its fourth generation, brings new, impactful interactions to everyday life. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip4 adds a larger battery, expanded customization, and an improved camera experience to its iconic form factor. Featuring a shape-shifting design, immersive displays, PC-like multitasking features, advanced camera technology, and powerful mobile processors, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold4 is Samsung’s most comprehensive smartphone to date. The Galaxy Z Flip4 enhances users’ favorite features, allowing…

MENA Newswire: Canon today announces the expansion of its MAXIFY range for those working at home, or in small businesses, with the MAXIFY GX3050 and MAXIFY GX4050. Built with collaboration, efficiency and productivity in mind, the expanded series is ideal for a reaching a wide range of needs within different workspaces – whether its hybrid working from home or running a small business. Equipped with MegaTank refillable ink tank technology, both models have low total cost of ownership and low cost per page. They are easy to maintain and easy to use – saving time to focus on other business matters.…

Trolls impersonating public figures are already abusing Twitter’s newly implemented verification system. People pretending to be LeBron James, George W. Bush, and O.J. Simpson are already out there. In the wake of Twitter’s launch of $8 verification on Wednesday, Elon Musk is the subject of jokes after users impersonated celebrities and parodied public figures almost immediately. An account claiming to represent former US president George W. Bush made a tasteless joke about the 43rd president’s role in the Iraq War, tweeting: “I miss killing Iraqis”. An account pretending to be Tony Blair, the former UK prime minister who was part…

Apple’s Advanced Manufacturing Fund invested $450 million in Emergency SOS via satellite for iPhone 14. Beginning later this month, the new service will enable iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro users to communicate with emergency services when outside cellular and Wi-Fi coverage. Globalstar, headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, with facilities across the US, received most of the funding. Globalstar’s satellite network and ground stations will be enhanced by Apple’s investment, ensuring iPhone 14 users can access emergency services off the grid. More than 300 Globalstar employees support the new service. Among the groundbreaking safety features of the iPhone 14 lineup is…

The brand that invented noise cancelling headphones is transforming the industry again. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are the next generation of truly wireless noise cancelling earbuds. With Bose CustomTune sound calibration technology, QC Earbuds II intelligently personalize audio and noise cancellation performance to the unique shape of every ear. This results in an unprecedented listening experience, and the world’s finest noise cancellation from any headphone. The brand-new QuietComfort Earbuds II look great. Each bud is about one-third smaller than its predecessor, weighs less than a quarter ounce, and comes with a pocketable charging case. With an eartip Fit Kit…

In Mumbai and New Delhi on Friday, the Counter-Terrorism Committee of the United Nations Security Council will hold a special meeting to assess the growing threat emerging technologies pose. First meeting outside UN Headquarters in New York since 2015, the Committee will meet in India for two days. Three areas will be discussed: the Internet and social media, financing for global terror networks, and unmanned aerial systems. Emerging technologies are developing rapidly and are being used more and more frequently by countries around the globe, including for domestic security and counterterrorism. However, terrorist groups are also increasingly using high-tech hardware…

In order to enhance the user experience, Apple introduced a new iPad iPad that features an all-screen design with a large 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. The all-new iPad is powered by the A14 Bionic chip, which delivers significantly faster performance with exceptional power efficiency for demanding tasks while still providing all-day battery life. For even better video calling, an Ultra Wide 12MP front camera is located along the iPad’s landscape edge and an updated 12MP back camera captures sharp, vivid photos and 4K videos. With a USB-C port, users can connect to a variety of accessories, Wi-Fi 6 speeds up…