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Facial scanners that can detect signs of Covid-19 have been introduced in Abu Dhabi. In this episode, we discuss what the device comprises. We also talk about a camera and a phone application developed by a research lab based in the capital. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on...

Construction of the world’s largest Mars simulation city is set to begin in the Dubai desert next year. In this episode, we discuss what this city is going to offer for space studies. We also talk about the reason behind Emirates Post advising customers to transact through its official app or website for payments and Twitter soon allowing it’s users to connect their Google account. Listen to #Puls...

Microsoft Corp on Thursday showed Windows 11, its first major operating system revamp since 2015 with new changes that take direct aim at Apple’s operating system. In this episode, we discuss its features. We also talk about ten fascinating space-themed displays at Expo 2020 Dubai and Instagram testing a desktop posting feature. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00...

Stargazers in the UAE can catch a glimpse of the Strawberry Moon on June 24. In this episode, we discuss the last supermoon of the year. We also talk about why 74% of Apple users want another name for iPhone 13 and the new Amazon hair salon. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on...

Some UAE residents who have renewed their Emirates IDs are yet to receive them. In this episode, we discuss how you can apply for your electronic version on the ICA UAE application. We also talk about Germany rolls out a vaccine passport and SpaceX launches US military satellite with reusable rocket. Listen to #Pulse95Radio​ in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website...

The infamous ‘Joker’ malware has been spotted in various apps found on the Google Play Store for three years now. In this episode, we discuss which applications are involving this malware. We also talk about UAE's Amazon Prime Day and how the sales are expected to double this year. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.c...

Services of the Alhosn app – the official digital platform for Covid-19 testing in the UAE – has been restored on Saturday. Watch to find out more about the outage! We also discuss Apple's M1-powered iMac and Instagram Reels now having ads. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on S...

New advanced scanners that detect Covid-19 will be piloted in Abu Dhabi. In this episode, we discuss how these scanners work. We also talk about flydubai and Alhosn partnering to make travel more convenient and IRL, the new social network that is taking on Facebook groups. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ******...

The original source code for the World Wide Web that was written by its inventor Tim Berners-Lee is up for sale at Sotheby’s as part of a non-fungible token, with bids starting at just $1,000. In this episode, we discuss NFT’s. We also talk about Microsoft ending support for ‘the last version Of Windows’ in October 2025 and Twitter adding ‘Arabic (feminine)’ language option in diversity drive. Lis...

Amazon shared details on four of its new warehouse robots it’s testing to improve worker safety. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of automating certain jobs. We also talk about how you can now pay Covid fines through MoI’s smart app and AR tech helping tackle Covid-19 public safety challenges. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website...

A 12-year-old student in Sharjah has created an anti-cheating guard for online exams that alerts the school if a student is straying away from the exam site to access other websites or documents. In this episode, we discuss the features of this system. We also talk about Facebook developing smartwatch with AR control and Google claiming it is using A.I. to design chips faster than humans. Listen t...

The Hong Kong team behind celebrity humanoid robot Sophia is launching a new prototype, Grace, that is designed to interact with the elderly and those isolated by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we discuss the features of this robot. We also talk about Facebook’s decision to gives its employees the ability to request to work from home permanently. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuni...

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri shed some light on how the social network decides what you see first. In this episode, we discuss how the platform decides what pops up first on your timeline. We also talk about how the FBI’s encrypted app lead to 800 arrests of global criminals and Dubai exploring their futuristic 'sky rail' project with the Chinese company behind Chengdu's panda express. Listen to #...

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, or WWDC, is the company’s annual conference for software makers. In this episode, we give you a quick recap of the latest announcements made in the two-hour keynote that showed off a slew of new updates for the company’s major products. We also talk about Jeff Bezos planning to fly to space on Blue Origin rocket in July. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE b...

It only took two leisurely minutes for Marshal Webb to hack into Dubai Police's website and take it offline – a move that would normally be a criminal act. Fortunately for him, he had permission from senior officers. In this episode, we discuss this hacker’s background and passion for hacking. We also talk about Elon Musk being targeted by an anonymous hacker group and Amazon entering the UAE car...

Facebook has suspended former US president Donald Trump from its platform until at least January 2023 in a decision that has been watched closely for signals on how the company will treat rule-breaking world leaders in the future. In this episode, we discuss how this decision has come to life. We also talk about UAE residents can now monitor earthquakes or track cyclones through a website and Fitb...

Huawei will start rolling out HarmonyOS on certain models of its smartphones offering users the chance to switch from the current operating system that is based on Google's Android platform. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of this launch. We also talk about NASA sending two missions to Venus for the first time in over 30 years and an application that protects children from abuse and any e...

An automated chatbot application is running around the clock over WhatsApp and can be used to book slots for your vaccine in Dubai. In this episode, we discuss how you can use this feature. We also talk about ‘breathable sand' that can bring the Middle East's deserts to life by by holding on to water. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website...

Xiaomi has shown off its latest fast charging tech demo and is claiming the new world records for both wired and wireless charging speeds. In this episode, we discuss the speed of those charges. We also talk about ten ways that UAE residents can use to protect themselves from online scams. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse9...

Facial recognition and biometrics have been a useful in many sectors in the UAE. In this episode, we discuss how AI has now been integrated into the security mechanism at Abu Dhabi's public schools. We also talk about Tesla starting to use in-car cameras for Autopilot driver monitoring. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95ra...

The UAE has funded a drone that would light the UAE skies with rain and make the summer days a lot cooler. In this episode we also talk about the Apple Airpods that might even track your heartbeat and even how many steps you take per day. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Soc...

The world is changing, and sometimes it probably seems you're in a race to catch up. Robotics is a fascinating part of science. It helps to make work and life easier. In this episode, we discuss the the different workshops that are currently taking place to teach children about the Internet of Things, Robotics and game coding with Chief Operating Officer of Fun Robotics Baraa Hamdi Al Jilani. We a...

On May 26, a big lunar event that took place where sky was adorned with a supermoon that is perhaps the largest-looking one of the year. In this episode, we discuss what it will look like and why it’s called the “bloody moon” or “Flower Supermoon”. We also talk about the different types of eclipses and their frequencies every year. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95....

Could Artificial intelligence be used to predict the likelihood that the individual will develop Dementia or Alzheimer’s? In this episode, Dr. Sina Habibi, Co-founder of Cognetivity Neurosciences joins us to discuss his innovation that allows researchers to detect symptoms of dementia fifteen years in advance. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on ou...

Apple is not pleased with the amount of malware on its MacOS operating system. In this episode, we discuss why Apple computers have become more susceptible to malware. We also talk about a humanoid robot for children of determination that has won the UAE's toys contest. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com *********...