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Nintendo Switch 2 now available for Pre-order in Saudi Arabia

April 11, 2025

Good news for those who are in Saudi Arabia, the recently announce Nintendo Switch 2 is now available for pre-order.

Here are the pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the Kingdom.

  • Nintendo Switch 2 with Joy-Con 2 Controller – SAR 1,999.00
  • Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Mario Kart World – SAR 2,199.00

As for the accessories;

  • Nintendo Switch 2 Camera – SAR 279.00
  • Nintendo Joy-Con 2 (L)/(R) Controller – SAR 399.00
  • Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller – SAR 359.00

Pre-order period will until June 5th with shipping and collection is expected to start between June 2nd to June 10th, 2025.

To pre-order, you can to Jarir.

Tesla opening its first store in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

April 9, 2025

Tesla is about to open its first shop in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The launch event will be at the Bujairi Terrace on April 10. There the company will showcase their “global bestselling lineup and step into a world powered by solar energy, sustained by batteries, and driven by electric vehicles.”

Tesla also plans to show their newest product/service the Cybercab a.k.a. the Robotaxi, an upcoming two-passenger battery-electric self-driving car and Optimus, “a general purpose, bi-pedal, autonomous humanoid robot capable of performing unsafe, repetitive or boring tasks.”

If you are interested in attending the Tesla launch event, you can sign up here.

This article was originally published on allthingsev.net as Tesla opening its first store in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Price of the new iPad Air with M3 Chip and Apple Magic Tablet Keyboard in Saudi Arabia

March 10, 2025

Here are the price of the new iPad Air with M3 Chip in Saudi Arabia

iPad Air 11‑inch

  • Wifi Only
    • 128GB – SAR2,699.00
    • 256GB – SAR3,149.00
    • 512GB – SAR4,049.00
  • Wi-Fi + Cellular
    • 128GB – SAR3,349.00
    • 256GB – SAR3,849.00
    • 512GB – SAR4,749.00

iPad Air 13‑inch

  • Wifi Only
    • 128GB – SAR3,699.00
    • 256GB – SAR4,149.00
    • 512GB – SAR5,049.00
  • Wi-Fi + Cellular
    • 128GB – SAR4,349.00
    • 256GB – SAR4,849.00

Apple Magic Tablet Keyboard

  • For 11-inches iPad Air – SAR 1,349.00
  • For 13-inches iPad Air – SAR 1,449.00

The new iPad Air with M3 Chip and the new Apple Magic Tablet Keyboard is now available for pre-order and will be available in Apple Authorized Resellers, starting March 12th.

Price of the new Macbook Air with M4 Chip in Saudi Arabia

March 9, 2025

The new Macbook Air with M4 Chip is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia and below are the pricing.

13-inches Macbook Air

  • 16GB RAM and 256 GB SSD Storage: SR 4,499.00
  • 16GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 5,449.00
  • 24GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 6,399.00

15-inches Macbook Air

  • 16GB RAM and 256 GB SSD Storage: SR 5,499.00
  • 16GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 6,449.00
  • 24GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 7,399.00

Philippine Pricing of the new iPhone 16e

February 24, 2025

Even though it’s not yet available for order or pre-order, Apple already provided the pricing for the new iPhone 16e.

Available in Black and White colors in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities, the new iPhone 16e will have a starting price of ₱39,900.00 for the 128GB model, ₱46,990.00 for the 256GB and ₱58,990.00 for the 512GB.

Officially announced last Feb 19th, the iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inches Super Retina XDR OLED display, similar to the iPhone 14, the A18 chip that use the iPhone 16 with support for Apple Intelligence, no Touch ID, one 48 MP rear camera and a 12MP front facing camera. It will also have the Action button and the new Apple C1, the first cellular modem designed by Apple. The iPhone 16e will also be using a USB-C port for data and charging.

Apple did not specifically mentioned the capacity but instead said that it will have Up to 26 hours video playback, up to 21 hours if video streaming and it supports fast charging with up to 50% charge in 30 minutes using a 20W adapter. Just like with the previous iPhones it will also support Qi charger for its wireless charging features. You can checkout the full specs here.

iPhone 16e now available for Pre-order in Saudi Arabia

February 24, 2025

The just announced iPhone 16e is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia. You can place your pre-order on the leading telecom and retailer in the Kingdom.

The iPhone 16e will be only be available in Black and White colors in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities, with starting price of SAR2,799.00 for the 128GB model, SAR3,299.00 for the 256GB and SAR4,299.00 for the 512GB. Pre-order period will be until February 28th 2025 and will start shipping or can be collected until March 7th 2025.

Saudi Government officially uveil the currency symbol for Saudi Riyals

February 23, 2025

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially unveil the symbol for the Saudi Riyals.

In a press release by Saudi Central Bank (SAMA);

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, approved today, February 20, 2025, the Saudi riyal symbol; a historic move that will reinforce the Saudi currency’s identity.

The Governor of the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), H.E. Ayman M. Al-Sayari, extends his profound appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and HRH Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for launching the Saudi riyal symbol.

Al-Sayari noted that this decision reinforces Saudi Arabia’s financial identity, locally, regionally, and internationally. He indicated that the implementation of the new symbol will be gradual for financial and commercial transactions, with coordination across all relevant entities.​​​

Saudi Riyal Symbol

The agency explained that “the Saudi riyal symbol, developed to the highest technical standards, embodies the Kingdom’s rich cultural heritage, carrying the name of our national currency “Riyal” in a design derived from Arabic calligraphy. The symbol will streamline the representation of the Saudi riyal in local, regional, and international contexts, making it suitable for use in referring to the Saudi riyal in all financial and commercial transactions.”

Before the announcement of the Saudi Riyals symbol, SAR, SR or the Arabic equivalent ريال or الريال السعودي, is the one being used.

Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design now available internationally including the Philippines

February 20, 2025

Aside from Saudi Arabia, the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design will also be available internationally. Dominic Preston of The Verge writes, “Despite releasing pricing in Euros, so far the phone is only confirmed to release in Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico, though more markets are “expected.” Huawei UK public relations specialist Elliot Mulley-Goodbarne did confirm to The Verge that it’s “not coming to the UK or US for the time being.” It’s launching in a single configuration, with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.”

In Europe the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design will retail for EUR 3,499.00, which when converted to Philippine Pesos will be around ₱211K, and checking the Huawei Philippine website, the company is now accepting pre-orders with a ₱5,000.00 deposit, though the exact price of the tri-fold smartphone is not listed.

Here are pricing of the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design;

  • Malaysia – RM 14,999.00
  • UAE – AED 12,999.00
  • Saudi Arabia – SAR 12,999.00
  • Mexico – M$69,999.00

It’s unclear if Huawei will eventually release the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design globally, the company may be gauging market interest with this initial release.

Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design is now available for Pre-order in Saudi Arabia

February 18, 2025

Just like what the title, the just announced Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design is now available for pre-order in Jarir and Extra, you can also pre-order the tri-fold smartphone directly from Huawei KSA.

Jarir – Huawei Mate XT;

Extra – HUAWEI Mate XT

You can go here, to know more about the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design.

Huawei officially launch the Mate XT Ultimate Design in Saudi Arabia

February 18, 2025

It’s official, the tri-fold Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design is now in Saudi Arabia, the company announced Tuesday, Feb 18, 2025.

The Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design will be available in 16 GB RAM and 1TB storage model, it will feature a Super Slim Triple-Fold Design, 10.2-inch Hi-Res HUAWEI X-True™ Display, a Octa-core Kirin 9010 (1.55 GHz Cortex-A510) CPU, a triple camera system with a 50 MP Ultra Aperture Camera (F1.4-4.0 aperture,OIS) as the main camera and an 8 MP Selfie Camera (F2.2).

At the same time, the Mate XT Ultimate Design will be powered by a Si/C Li-Ion 5600 mAh battery and is available in Red and Black colors. You can checkout the full specs of the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design here.

Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design Specs

Price from SAR12,999.00
Main display 10.2 inches (3184 x 2232 pixels)
Dual displays 7.9 inches (2232 x 2048 pixels)
Front display 6.4 inches (2232 x 1008 pixels)
CPU Kirin 9010 5G*
RAM 16GB
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS HarmonyOS 4.2
Rear cameras 50MP main camera (f/1.4), 12MP ultra-wide (f/2.2), 12MP telephoto (5.5x optical/50x digital zoom)
Front camera 8MP
Battery 5,600 mAh
Charging 66W wired, 50W wireless
Colors Red or Black vegan leather
Size Unfolded: 156.7 x 219 x 3.6-4.8 mm; Folded: 156.7 x 73.5 x 12.8 mm
Weight 298g (10.5 ounces)

*Rumored

As for the pricetag, it’ll be SAR 12,999.00, which is just SAR 249.00 shy of what we speculated from the last article.

You can now use Google Pay in Saudi Arabia via MADA

January 16, 2025

Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and Google have partnered to bring Google Pay to Saudi Arabia in 2025 through the mada payment system. This move supports SAMA’s Vision 2030 goals by boosting digital payments and reducing cash reliance. Google Pay will offer secure and convenient transactions in stores, apps, and online.

The agreement will allow Android users to pay using their Android phones instead of using their MADA card, just like how iOS users uses Apple pay (on their iphone).

Riyadh Metro Orange Line Is Now Open

January 5, 2025

Riyadh Public Transport (RPT) has announced that the Riyadh Metro Orange Line has officially open today, January 5, 2025. The announcement was made on their social media accounts and on Saudi Press Agency, more than a month after King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the Riyadh Metro.

Out of the 22 stations 5 stations will initially be operations; Jeddah Road (11), Tuwaiq (Station 12), Ad Douh (Station 13), Harun Al Rashid Road (Station 29), Al Naseem (Station 30) which connects to the Purple Line Station 21.

Together with the opening of Riyadh Metro Orange Line, RPT also announced the opening of three new stations on the Blue line: Al Murooj (Station 14), Bank Albilad (Station 21) and King Fahad Library (Station 22).

It’s Official Saudi Arabia will host the FIFA World Cup 2034

December 12, 2024

FIFA just announced that the FIFA World Cup 2034 will be hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In their announcement, All 211 FIFA Member Associations convened virtually at an Extraordinary FIFA Congress, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was selected to stage the FIFA World Cup 2034. The news then confirmed by Saudi Arabia and promised to deliver “a tournament of a lifetime.”

Saudi Arabia was chosen at comprehensive bidding process initiated in October 2023.

Together with the World Cup 2034, FIFA also announced that the 2030 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Morocco, Portugal and Spain with three centenary celebration matches to take place in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said: “In today’s divided world, where it seems that nobody can agree any more on anything, to be able to agree on something like that is definitely an incredible message of unity and positivity. And, we need these messages today.

The FIFA World Cup is unique, and it is a unique catalyst as well for positive social change and unity because these tournaments, 2030, the celebration, 2034 – they are tournaments to unite, not to divide. They are tournaments, of course, to discuss, to debate and to act. But most importantly, today, today is a day of unity and a day of celebration.

“Seven countries have won their World Cup today. Congratulations to Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay, Morocco, Portugal, Spain and Saudi Arabia. This is your day. So, you should celebrate and we, we celebrate, of course, with you. And you, the 211 FIFA Member Associations that I can see on a giant screen in front of me, you are uniting the world. You are uniting the world truly, through football, because, of course, football unites the world.”

Apple to open its first retail store in Saudi Arabia

December 9, 2024

Apple announced plans to expand in Saudi Arabia, starting with the launch of an online store in summer 2025 and opening physical stores in 2026, including a flagship location in Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The expansion includes existing investments in the country, including the Apple Developer Academy in Riyadh, which opened in Riyadh in 2021 in partnership with the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Tuwaiq Academy, and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. The program has trained nearly 2,000 aspiring feamale coders, designers, and entrepreneurs. Apple hosted the country’s first coed Apple Foundation Program. A monthlong course for students from across the country to learn the fundamentals of coding and app development, with a focus on gaming. Apple plans to further expand the coed Foundation offerings, with the next cohort planned for spring 2025.

Apple has emphasizes its commitment to Saudi Arabia, highlighting investments, job creation, and the growth of the app economy, with developer earnings increasing up over 1,750 percent since 2019. Apple Pay is also gaining traction in the country, with Riyadh being the first city in the Middle East to offer Express Mode for transit payments.

Philippines and Saudi Arabia Launch New Job Category for OFW

December 8, 2024

The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has released guidelines for a new job category for Filipino workers in Saudi Arabia: Residential Support Worker/Cleaner. This development follows initial discussions between former DMW Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople and Saudi Minister of Human Resource and Social Development Ahmad bin Sulaiman AlRajhi, aiming to open up employment opportunities while prioritizing the protection of Filipino Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

Key Differences from Domestic Work:

  • Skilled Visa: Residential support workers will be issued a skilled visa, unlike domestic workers.
  • Direct Employment with MRCs: Instead of working for individual households, they will be directly employed by Mega Recruitment Companies (MRCs).
  • Focus on Residential Cleaning: Their primary responsibility will be to maintain the cleanliness of residential areas, excluding childcare or personal care for employers.

Benefits and Protections:

  • Competitive Salary and Allowances: Workers will receive a monthly salary of 1,500 Saudi Riyals (SAR) plus a 500 SAR food allowance. Overtime pay will be provided for work exceeding eight hours per day as per Saudi law.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: MRC employers will provide accommodation, transportation, and health insurance for the workers.
  • No Placement Fees: MRCs are prohibited from charging placement fees to the workers.
  • Wage Increases and Reviews: Wages will automatically increase with any new minimum wage policies issued by DMW or the Saudi government and will be reviewed annually.
  • Protection Against Domestic Work: The guidelines explicitly prohibit workers from being assigned to domestic work duties.
  • Welfare Desk Officer: MRC employers must designate a welfare desk officer to monitor the workers’ conditions and address any employment-related issues.

Reduced Risks and Improved Welfare:
Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan emphasized that this new framework aims to minimize labor complaints, welfare cases, and exit visa problems by streamlining the employer-employee relationship.

Continuous Expansion of Employment Opportunities:
Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac assured that the DMW, in collaboration with the Saudi Ministry of Human Resource and Social Development, will continue to expand employment opportunities for Filipino workers in various sectors.

This new job category for Filipino workers in Saudi Arabia represents a significant step towards ensuring safe and dignified employment for OFWs while meeting the growing demand for skilled workers in the Kingdom.

You can read the full text of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Memo# here.

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman inaugurated the Riyadh Metro

November 28, 2024

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, a major public transport project in Saudi Arabia. The metro network spans 176 kilometers across 6 lines and 85 stations. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud expressed gratitude to the King for his support and visionary leadership.

Riyadh Metro will initially open 3 lines by December 1st, then another 2 line on the 15th of December and the remaining line on the first week of January.

December 1, 2024

  • Line 1 – Blue
  • Line 4 – Gold/Yellow
  • Line 6 – Purple

December 15, 2024

  • Line 2 – Red
  • Line 5 – Green

January 5, 2024

  • Line 3 – Orange

The project was launched following comprehensive studies on Riyadh’s public transport needs and is designed to meet the city’s current and future mobility requirements. The Riyadh Metro is expected to significantly enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors, aligning with the goals of Vision 2030.

Source: SPA, RCRC

You can now Pre-order the new HONOR X9c in Saudi Arabia

November 21, 2024

Starting today until the end of month, you can now pre-order the new HONOR X9c. Price for the pre-order will be SAR 1,399.00 and it includes freebies worth SAR 636. After the preorder period the HONOR X9c smartphone will retail for SAR 2,135.00

The freebies are;

  • HONOR Choice OWS Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds – SAR 338.00
  • 12 Months Damage Protection – SAR 199.00
  • 12 Months Battery Damage Protection – SAR 99.00

Below are the specs of the new HONOR X9c;

  • Display: 6.78 inches AMOLED display, 19.85:9 aspect ratio, 1.07 billion colors, 2700×1224 resolution.
  • CPU: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4xA78*2.2GHz+4xA55*1.8GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno A710
  • OS: MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
  • Storage: 256GB
  • RAM: 12GB
  • Rear Camera: 108MP Main Camera (F1.75), OIS, 5MP Wide Camera(F2.2), Support 4K video shooting, up to 3840×2160 pixels video resolution and 12000×9000 pixels image resolution
  • Front Camera: 16MP (F2.45), up to 3456×4608 pixels image and up to 2520×1080 pixels image resolution.
  • Network: 5G (NR), 4G (LTE FDD/FDD), 3G (WCDMA) and 2G (GSM)
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo position.
  • Sensors: Gravity, Fingerprint, Gyroscope, Compass, NFC, Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor.
  • Color: Jade Cyan,Titanium Purple,Titanium Black,Sunrise Orange
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 162.8mm x 75.5mm x 7.98mm
  • Weight: Approx. 189g
  • Battery: 6600mAh Lithium Polymer Battery with 66w charging and 20V/3.3A Standard Charger.

Apple Mac Mini M4 Now Available in Jarir

November 12, 2024

You can now get your Apple Mac Mini M4 from Jarir and below are the pricelist.

M4 Processor (10-core CPU and 10-core GPU

  • 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR2,799
  • 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR3,749
  • 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR4,699

M4 Pro Processor (12-core CPU and 16-core GPU)

  • 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR6,699

Announced last month, the Mac Mini is one of the cheapest Macs that you can buy and the base model M4, 16GB RAM and 256GB Storage is probably the best deal for a new Mac.

Specs of Mac Mini with M4 chips;

  • Dimesnion (DxWxH): 5.0 inches x 5.0 inches x 2.0 inches
  • Processor: M4, M4 Pro
  • 16GB unified RAM, configurable up to 64GB
  • 256GB SSD, configurable up to 8TB
  • Built-in speaker
  • 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones
  • HDMI port
  • Two USB-C ports with support for USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)
  • Thunderbolt 4/Thunderbolt 5 ports
  • USB 4
  • Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • DisplayPort
  • Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet Connectivity
  • Weight:
    • M4 – 1.5 pounds (0.67 kg)
    • M4 Pro- 1.6 pounds (0.73 kg)

New iMac now available for Pre-order in Jarir in Saudi Arabia

November 1, 2024

he new iMac is now available for pre-order in Jarir.

Below are the pricing;

  • M4 (8-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR5,999.00
  • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR6,949.00
  • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR7,899.00
  • M4 (10-Core CPU/GPU) + 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR8,849.00

    • Pre-order period will be from October 30th until November 8th, 2024 (or while supply last). Shipping and collection will then start between November 8th at 4:00 PM to November 16th, 2024. Unfortunately, the new iMac from Jarir is not configurable.

    New iMac: Blue

    Apple officially announced the new iMac with the new M4 chip last Monday, Oct. 28th.

    Here are the key specs of the new iMac;

    • 24-inches 4.5K Retina display (4480 X 2520) , an optional nano-texture display
    • M4 chip (8-core CPU/8-Core GPU, 10-Core CPU /10-Core GPU)
    • macOS Sequoia
    • Apple Intelligence
    • 12MP Center Stage web camera
    • up to 32 GB of RAM
    • up to 2 TB of storage
    • High-fidelity Six-speaker System, Support for Spatial Audio
    • up to 4X Thunderbolt 4
    • Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
    • Colors: Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver.
    • Dimension (WxHxD): 54.70 cm x 46.10cm x 14.70cm

    Pricing of the New iPad Mini in Saudi Arabia, now available for Pre-order!

    October 21, 2024

    The new iPad Mini is now available for preorder in Saudi Arabia and here are the pricing in the Kingdom.

    Pricing
    Wifi Only

    • 128GB: SAR 2,299.00
    • 256GB: SAR 2,749.00
    • 512GB: SAR 3649.00

    Wifi + Cellular

    • 128GB: SAR 2,299.00
    • 256GB: SAR 3,449.00
    • 512GB: SAR 4,349.00

    Announced last week, the new iPad Mini features the A17 Pro chip and with its advanced neural engine, the new iPad Mini will support Apple Intelligence once the free software update with iPadOS 18.1 becomes available later this month.

    Here’s the spec of the new iPad Mini;

    • Display: 8.3-inch FHD+ (2266 x 1488) Liquid Retina display with Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) support
    • Processor: Apple A17 Pro
    • Storage: 128GB, 256GB and 512GB
    • Rear Camera: 12MP wide rear camera, Up to 4K video recording
    • Front Camera: 12MP ultra wide front camera, up to 1080p HD video @up to 60 fps
    • Audio: Stereo speakers, 2x microphones
    • Cellular: 5G (sub‑6 GHz) with 4×4 MIMO, Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO
    • Wireless: Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO and Bluetooth 5.3
    • Location: (All models) Digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon microlocation, (Wi-Fi + Cellular models) GPS/GNSS and Cellular
    • Sensor: Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer and Ambient light sensor
    • Sim:eSIM
    • OS: iPadOS 18
    • AI: Apple Intelligence
    • Battery: Built-in 19.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery with 20W fast charging
    • Colors: Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight
    • Dimension: 195.4 mm (Height) x 134.8 mm (Width) x 6.3 mm (Thickness)
    • Weight: 293 grams (Wifi), 297 grams (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

    Preorders will be ship by October 23rd.

    Filipino executed in Saudi Arabia for murder   

    October 9, 2024

    Michelle Abad with reports from Bea Cupin, reporting for Rappler;

    A Filipino on death row in Saudi Arabia has been executed, the Philippine government said on Tuesday, October 8.

    “We regret to confirm the news that a Filipino has been executed in Saudi Arabia for murder,” the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said in a statement.

    The Philippine government provided legal assistance and exhausted remedies to save the Filipino’s life, including sending a presidential letter of appeal to Saudi Arabia’s King Salman. But the victim’s family refused to accept blood money in return for forgiveness of the Filipino, and so the death penalty was meted, the DFA said.

    According to Foreign Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega, the overseas Filipino worker pleaded guilty to the crime. The victim was the OFW’s Saudi Arabian business partner, and the incident happened in 2020.

    Philippine Embassy in Saudi Arabia release the following statement;

    A very sad moment for all OFW in Saudi Arabia.

    The Rappler also reports that according to DFA there are still “nine Filipinos remain on death row in Saudi Arabia.”

    Riyadh Season 2024 to start this 12th of October

    October 8, 2024

    What is Riyadh Season?
    Riyadh Season is one of the world’s largest winter entertainment event. Variety of food from around the world, courtesy of exclusive restaurants — plus countless exciting surprises. The festivities capture the essence of Saudi, from its Najdi heritage to its present-day dynamism.

    When will it start?
    Riyadh Season will kick-off this October 12th.

    Where to get more information?
    To know more about Riyadh Season and the events, you can go to https://riyadhseason.com/en-US or the Riyadh Season section of https://webook.com/.

    Samsung Galaxy S24 FE now in Saudi Arabia

    October 8, 2024

    Samsung KSA has announced that the Galaxy S24 FE is now available in Saudi Arabia. First announced last month, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a 6.7-inch smartphone that’s powered by Samsung Exynos 2400e and feature a Dynamic AMOLED display with 1080 x 2340 (FHD+) resolution, 16M color depth and 120 Hz max refresh rate. The also features Samsung’s Galaxy AI, which is an “on-device AI that powers features like real-time translation and image generation.” The Samsung Galaxy AI was first announced at the Galaxy Unpacked July 2024.

    It has a triple rear camera setup (50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP) and a 10.0 MP front facing camera. The Galaxy S24 FE will have 8GB RAM and the storage will be up to 512GB. The Galaxy S24 FE will be in 4 colors; blue, graphite, marble gray and mint. The price for the new Galaxy S24 FE will start at SAR2,849.00 for the 8GB + 256Gb model and SAR3,349.00 for the 8GB + 512Gb variant.

    You can find the full specs of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE here.

    Sony Playstation 5 Pro now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia

    September 30, 2024

    More than 2 weeks since being announced, the Sony Playstation 5 Pro is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia.

    This is what’s included in the box.

    PS5® Pro Console Box Contents

    • PS5® Pro console
    • 1x DualSense® wireless controller
    • 2TB SSD built-in storage
    • 2 Horizontal Stand Feet
    • HDMI® cable
    • AC power cord
    • printed materials
    • ASTRO’s PLAYROOM (Pre-installed game)

    From Sony World, the official Sony distributor in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said that the PlayStation 5 Pro will be available in store by 7th November 2024 and with a retail price of SAR 3,399.00 or around ₱50,717.15 with the current exchange rate. If the release of the PS 5Pro will be similar to its predecessor, then expect a shortage of the gaming console once it become available, specially this holiday season.

    Price of DJI NEO in Saudi Arabia

    September 26, 2024

    If you’re in Saudi Arabia below are the price of DJI NEO from Advanced Media;

    DJI Neo Drone – SAR 939.55
    Includes;

    • 1x DJI Neo Aircraft
    • 1x DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
    • 1x DJI Neo Propeller Guard (Pair)
    • 1x DJI Neo Spare Propellers (Pair)
    • 4x DJI Neo Spare Propeller Screw
    • 1x Screwdriver
    • 1x DJI Neo Gimbal Protector
    • 1x Type-C to Type-C PD Cable
    • Documents (Quick Start Guide, Safety Guidelines, and DJI Logo Stickers)

    DJI Neo Fly More Combo Drone – SAR 1,589.30
    Includes;

    • 1x DJI RC-N3 Remote Controller
    • 1x DJI RC-N3 RC Cable (USB-C Connector)
    • 3x DJI Neo Intelligent Flight Battery
    • 1x DJI Neo Two-Way Charging Hub
    • 1x DJI Neo Propeller Guard (Pair)
    • 1x DJI Neo Spare Propellers (Pair)
    • 4x DJI Neo Spare Propeller Screw
    • 1x Screwdriver
    • 1x DJI Neo Gimbal Protector
    • 1x Type-C to Type-C PD Cable
    • Documents (Quick Start Guide, Safety Guidelines, and DJI Logo Stickers)

    DJI officially announced the NEO drone earlier this month and claim that the NEO Drone is the “lightest and most compact drone to date.”

    Nothing Ear (open) announced

    September 25, 2024

    Nothing has announced the Nothing Ear (open), the company’s first open-ear wireless earbuds. As reported on Yugatech, the new Nothing Ear (open) features “open-ear, semi-transparent design with wraparound ear hooks.”

    Specs-wise, the Nothing Ear (open) is just like any other earbuds but what separate this ear buds from other ear buds, is the support for “ChatGPT on-the-go,” first-of-its-kind integration within the Nothing ecosystem and the latest Nothing OS.

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    Nothing released a 15-mins video regarding the new Nothing Ear (open) and OS 3.0.

    The company has yet to announce the availability in Saudi Arabia and Philippines even though it is posted online that the Nothing Ear (open) will retail for 599.00 SR or ₱8,990.00.

    Pricing of the Apple iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max in Saudi Arabia

    September 14, 2024

    The iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max is now available for pre-order in Saudi and below are the pricing.

    iPhone 16;

    • 128GB – SAR 3,799.00
    • 256GB – SAR 4,299.00
    • 512GB – SAR 5,299.00

    iPhone 16 Plus;

    • 128GB – SAR 4,199.00
    • 256GB – SAR 4,699.00
    • 512GB – SAR 5,699.00

    iPhone 16 Pro;

    • 128GB – SAR 4,699.00
    • 256GB – SAR 5,199.00
    • 512GB – SAR 6,199.00
    • 1TB – SAR 7,199.00

    iPhone 16 Pro Max;

    • 256GB – SAR 5,699.00
    • 512GB – SAR 6,699.00
    • 1TB – SAR 7,699.00

    The new iPhones are available for pre-order in any of the local retailer and leading telecom in the Kingdom.

    To know more about the new iPhones, you can checkout the links below.

    Price of AirPods 4 and AirPods Max in Saudi Arabia   

    September 11, 2024

    Pricing

    • AirPods Max – SAR 2,399.00
    • AirPods 4 – SAR 599.00
    • AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation – SAR 829.00

    AirPods 4 and AirPods Max is now available for pre-order starting today and will be available in stores beginning Friday, September 20th.