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OMEGA - Landing for the Moon Anniversary (Speedmaster) Landing for the Moon Anniversary!

OPPO EXCITES GAMERS IN THE GCC AND KUWAIT

51 years ago this July, the astronauts of Apollo 11 were taking the first ever human footsteps onto the moon. Inside the crew’s OMEGA Speedmaster watches, was the now-famous Calibre 321, a movement that not only became legendary that day, but also returned for every lunar landing in history. This year, OMEGA has expertly recreated the Calibre 321 in its 2nd generation form, and included it in a very special timepiece known as the Speedmaster Moonwatch 321 Stainless Steel. While this exciting news was released earlier in 2020, OMEGA is proud to announce that the watch is now ready to wear on Earth. The non-limited timepiece offers a genuine connection to space history, as well as a movement that has long been cherished and sought-after by watch collectors and aficionados around the world. The 39.70 mm case has been crafted in stainless steel, and is influenced by another piece of Speedmaster space heritage - the 3rd generation style that was worn during America’s first space walk in 1965. The design also includes a bezel ring in polished black ceramic [ZrO2] with a tachymeter scale in white enamel, as well as the iconic “Dot over Ninety”. Gracing the black step dial are the familiar Moonwatch hands, along with a vintage OMEGA logo. Of course, through the sapphire crystal caseback, owners will be able to admire the Calibre 321 itself. It took two years of extensive research and reconstruction to bring this movement back to life, including the use of tomography (a digital scanning method) to see inside the true OMEGA Speedmaster worn by astronaut Eugene “Gene” Cernan during the Apollo 17 mission in 1972. Each of today’s new movements has been recreated to the authentic specifications of the original, and assembled within OMEGA’s dedicated Calibre 321 workshop. There’s perhaps no better way for watch fans to celebrate humankind’s most famous achievements beyond Earth.

Global smartphone brand OPPO lives up to its brand promise of supporting youth trends. In sync with the growing popularity of gaming and eSports in the GCC, OPPO continues to engage its young audience across the region by creating exciting moments for gamers. OPPO always has a finger on the pulse of youth culture in every region in which it operates. Research shows that the GCC has the fastest growing online gaming population in the world with 25 per cent year-on-year growth in 2019 where the GCC gaming market is expected to hit US$ 821 million by 2021. Kuwait’s user penetration is at 14.7% and is expected to reach 29.8% in 2025 . In addition, Arabic language streams on Twitch - the world's leading live streaming platform for gamers - more than doubled during March and April this year as online gaming emerged as one of the best stay-at-home entertainment options during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hugh Xiu, Kuwait’s Country Manager said, “Our brand and its technology are continuously inspired by the passions of young people around the world, whether it is photography or gaming. As the gaming market in GCC is growing twice as fast as the global average, gaming is a huge passion point in Kuwait, and we are doing our part to drive momentum for young gamers with state-of-the-art phones that will enable them to stay ahead of the game, not just on a regional but an international level. We are always looking to launch events and activations that will create exciting OPPOrtunities for gamers in Kuwait.” Recognizing the burgeoning gaming culture in the GCC, OPPO has consistently supported young gamers over the years. In 2019, OPPO sponsored the PUBG MOBILE MENA Championship that received an overwhelming response across Egypt, KSA, Kuwait, Morocco and the UAE. This year, OPPO continues its legacy of driving gaming passion by organizing the OPPO Gaming Challenge in the UAE, headlined by regional gaming superstars Ahmed Al Nasheet (@dvlzgame), Amr Nassouhy (@nsoo7y), Osama Marwah (@ossymarwah) as well as other surprise guests. Participants in the OPPO Gaming Challenge will go head-to-head with some of the world’s most acclaimed FIFA gamers. Throughout the festival, gaming enthusiasts will get a chance to play alongside regional celebrity gamers including Ahmed Al Nasheet, Amr Nassouhy and Osama Marwah and compete for the ultimate prize of a virtual finals match with a surprise international gamer on 29th August between 5-8PM Kuwait time.

Volkswagen Teramont

Customers across the Middle East like to have plenty of space in their vehicles. This is also true of the luggage compartment. Because 7-seater SUVs make even big objects really easy to transport, and help large families travel together, many residents are downright crazy about them. It is not just out in the wide open spaces that these vehicles help people enjoy life to the fullest, but they provide value to everyday family activities, hence becoming the go-to segment for families across the region. The large SUV segment is an ever-growing segment in the GCC and across the rest of the Middle East in general. More and more customers prefer the high seat position and the comfort of a large Sport Utility Vehicle to that of a saloon. While the latter still accounts for the second-largest vehicle segment in the Middle East, sales volumes and the share of notchback models are currently in decline. The trend clearly points to SUVs. Volkswagen introduced the Teramont in the Middle East in 2018 with spacious adventures in mind. A vast region with a spectrum of terrain to explore, a love of driving and discovery are part of this region’s culture and everyday lifestyle. It therefore makes sense that the Teramont became the ultimate family car, and this was reflected in Volkswagen sales across the region. In fact, the Teramont became the best-selling model of the brand, accounting for a 1/3 of overall sales for Volkswagen Middle East in 2019.

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Benchmark for the past 45 years: the Porsche 911 Turbo

HUAWEI nova 7 SE is coming! Three feature highlights to look forward to

The Porsche 911 Turbo has been the quintessential high-performance sports car with everyday usability for the past 45 years. The next generation 911 Turbo Coupé and Cabriolet are now being introduced and can be described in short as even more powerful, faster and more individual. Thanks to their 580 PS (427 kW) engines (+ 40 PS/+30 kW), both model variants dip under the three second 0-100 km/h mark with a time of 2.8 seconds (- 0.2 seconds). Now without an overboost time limit, 750 newton metres of torque (+ 40 Nm) make quick sprints even more spontaneous and effortless. Acceleration, power output and torque of the new 911 Turbo all match those of the previous generation 911 Turbo S. Power transmission is performed by an eight-speed PDK gearbox with a Turbo-specific set-up, while its top speed remains unchanged at 320 km/h. With an increased range of options, such as the Sports and Lightweight Design packages, sports chassis and sports exhaust system, customers are able to adapt their vehicle to their individual tastes even more. The new 911 Turbo’s 3,745 cm3 six-cylinder boxer engine boasts an increased output of 580 PS and now features symmetrical VTG turbochargers with electrically controlled bypass valves. In conjunction with its redesigned charge air cooling system and the use of piezo injectors, this improves responsiveness, performance, torque characteristics and its ability to rev freely. The chassis and body have become wider. The front axle now steers even more precisely thanks to an additional 42 millimetres of front track width and new 20-inch 255/35 tyres. The active all-wheel control Porsche Traction Management (PTM) is now able to transfer even more power to the front wheels, while traction at the actively steered rear axle is increased by a 10 mm-wider track as well as 315/30 tyres on 21-inch wheels. The revamped braking system is even more powerful and can be recognised by its red fixed callipers that are fitted as standard. The grey cast iron brake discs at the front now measure 408 mm in diameter (+ 28 mm) and are 36 mm thick (+ 2 mm). The rear axle features 30 mm-thick brake discs with a diameter of 380 mm. For the first time, customers can opt for a sports exhaust system and choose between two different chassis variants. While the standard Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) chassis offers a greater spread between sportiness and comfort, the significantly firmer, electrically controlled 10 mm-lower sports suspension further enhances the agility of the new 911 Turbo. Its set-up is aimed at enhancing the car’s dynamics and provides even more stability during high-speed intervals. The optional hydraulic active anti-roll stabilisation (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control known as PDCC) and the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake system with tenpiston fixed callipers at the front refine the new model’s driving dynamics yet further. The design of the 911 Turbo has become even more muscular. The body has been widened by 45 mm to 1,840 mm at the front wheels to accommodate the new chassis, while the new bonnet’s striking swage line underlines the car’s sporty character. LED headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus illuminate the road as standard. At the rear axle, the body is now exactly 1.90 metres wide (+ 20 mm). Other distinguishing features of the new 911 Turbo are its enhanced adaptive aerodynamics, which feature electronically controlled cooling air flaps at the front, its larger active front spoiler and significantly larger variable rear spoiler. The characteristic air intakes on the rear side panels now draw in process air rather than the cooling air they did before. The charge air coolers are now positioned directly in the air flow under the rear lid. The continuous light bar with its LED tail lights, as well as the new louvred rear lid grille with silver trim strips, round off the design of the rear of the car. The appearance and performance of the vehicle can be additionally modified by the optional Lightweight Design and Sports packages. The Lightweight Design package for the Coupé reduces the vehicle’s weight by 30 kilograms. Among other things, this is made possible by use of lightweight full-bucket seats, the omission of the rear seats and the fitting of less insulation, which also means that drivers can enjoy the sound of the engine even more directly. The Sports package features the 911 Turbo Sport Design package as well as additional features in Black and in Carbon, in addition to Exclusive Design tail lights. The modern interior relates to the 911 Carrera models with Porsche Advanced Cockpit and Direct Touch Control. The centre screen of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) is now 10.9 inches, and can be operated quickly and without distraction thanks to its architecture. The particularly high-quality and extensive equipment list includes fully electrically controlled 14-way sports seats, Sport Chrono package, GT sports steering wheel with shift paddles as well as the powerful BOSE® Surround Sound System.

The HUAWEI nova series is back with a bang! The latest addition to the popular midrange series, HUAWEI nova 7 SE features a 64MP Hi-res AI Quad Camera, Huawei’s self-developed 7nm Kirin 820 5G Chipset, HUAWEI 40W SuperCharge and many more enticing specs. Topped off with a chic and stylish design, HUAWEI nova 7 SE is expected to be a particularly popular product in the 5G market this year.

64MP Hi-res AI Quad Camera: Elevates Night Shooting Experience Based on its current exposure parameters, the HUAWEI nova 7 SE will have an AI Quad Camera. The camera setup will include a 64MP Hi-res main camera for high-resolution photos and videos. An 8MP Ultra-Wide Angle lens that will allow users to easily take group photos and capture expansive landscapes. The 2MP macro lens together with the independent 2MP Bokeh lens will satisfy the needs of any user wanting to shoot close-up photos and portraits with a shallow depth of field. In order to meet the rising demand for videography in the 5G era, the HUAWEI nova 7 SE will support a wide range of creative video features including Dual-Side Video Recording, DualView Video Recording with 5X Digital Zoom, 4K Hi-res-definition video recording, slow motion (960 FPS) recording, a new and upgraded Time-Lapse photography. In addition to its ability to support AI Clarity Mode. The premium midrange 5G smartphone will also come with a 16MP selfie camera that supports Super Night Selfie 2.0 meaning every selfie is well illuminated even if taken in lowlight conditions.

Robust 5G experience The HUAWEI nova 7 SE will be equipped with Huawei’s recently launched Kirin 820 5G chipset, which is manufactured with the flagship 7nm process and integrates the 5G modem and processor into a single chip. Compared to having a separate processor and modem, this 5G chipset generates less heat and is more energy efficient. In terms of processors, the Kirin 820 uses an octa-core CPU and a Mali-G57 GPU. It also uses the newest generation of Huawei’s GPU Turbo technology, allowing the integrated CPU and GPU to further optimise the utilisation of software and hardware resources and enhance performance for a smoother and higher quality gaming experience. Tapping into Huawei’s world-leading 5G technology, the chipset helps the smartphone to create a faster, more stable 5G experience. The Kirin 820 chip supports the new image processor ISP5.0, as well as the BM3D DSLR level noise reduction and video noise reduction to provide a more enjoyable night shooting experience.

Combination of aesthetics and technology for stylish colours Huawei is not only known for being a global iconic tech brand, but it also places great emphasis on combining technology with aesthetics. Huawei works with institutions from around the world, such as the London Design Centre and Paris Aesthetic Centre, to research insights and leading trends in mobile phone designs to emulate in its future designs. The back of HUAWEI nova 7 SE adopts 3D glass design that makes the panel slightly curved for a comfortable grip. The HUAWEI nova 7 SE will be available in three colourways: Space Silver, Crush Green, and Midsummer Purple. The unique Space Silver model will feature a special dual-tone gradient design, with the upper half of the device in silver and the lower half in pink.