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Saudi Arabia’s Gaming Sector Is Quickly Gathering Momentum

Around 3,000 locals already attend Gamers8, an 8-week eSports festival in Riyadh, with a tournament prize pool of $45 million.

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1 year ago

September 4, 2023

Nour Nasir

saudi arabia's gaming sector is quickly gathering momentum

Saudi Arabian locals make no secret of their passion for video games and eSports, with even Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman rumored to be an avid Call of Duty player.

Last year, the Saudi royal announced a $38-billion investment strategy for the Kingdom’s Savvy Games Group, which is owned by the country’s Public Investment Fund.

Meanwhile, as Gamers8 — an eight-week eSports festival in Riyadh with 3,000 attendees — gathers momentum, the government is increasingly emphasizing local game production, hoping to turn Saudi Arabia into “an Eden for game developers” with homegrown titles promoting Arabic culture.

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“In the past, Arabs were only buying games, not developing games. Now, there is an opportunity to develop games, design your own ideas, and make them a reality according to local customs and traditions,” explained developer Mohammed Al Fakih.

Two-thirds of the non-immigrant population of Saudi Arabia is aged under 30, making the country an important player in the world video game market. In addition, some 25,000 domestic and foreign developers are currently working to find the winning formula that will help a locally-produced title break out on the world stage.

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“With the expertise coming from outside and the knowledge being transferred, we will soon notice some games that can really take off internationally,” said Faisal bin Homran, chief eSports officer at the Saudi Esports Federation.

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Saudi Arabia’s national strategy has even more ambitious dreams: By 2030, officials hope that 30 globally competitive games will have been produced in domestic studios.

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HiFuture’s New Smartwatch Packs Dual Band GPS & AMOLED Display

The model, known as ACTIVE, also features AI fitness tracking, 5 ATM water resistance, and a powerful dual-core processor.

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12 hours ago

October 11, 2024

Nour Nasir

hifuture's new smartwatch packs dual band gps and amoled display

Chinese tech firm HiFuture has launched a new smartwatch known as the ACTIVE, which blends advanced features with an elegant aesthetic. The timepiece is engineered to enhance fitness routines, outdoor adventures, and daily activities, all while maintaining a sleek and modern look.

At the heart of the HiFuture ACTIVE is a large, circular, 1.43-inch AMOLED display, offering vibrant colors, sharp details, and excellent visibility, even in bright outdoor conditions.

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The smartwatch also includes Dual Band GPS, delivering highly accurate location tracking, whether you’re hiking, running, or cycling. It supports a wide range of satellite navigation systems, such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, IRNSS, and QZSS, making the watch an ideal companion for outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable navigation support during their adventures.

Powered by Syntra AI, HiFuture’s ACTIVE smartwatch is able to adapt to users’ routines. Syntra AI monitors sports activities, provides detailed sleep analysis, tracks heart health, and offers fitness insights to help users make the most of their smartwatch. The adaptive system also ensures efficient power usage and personalizes the experience based on individual fitness goals and habits.

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In terms of speed and performance, the ACTIVE smartwatch features a powerful dual-core processor. The advanced CPU ensures fast multitasking, quick app launches, and immediate access to health data.

Finally, the ACTIVE smartwatch also has a 5 ATM waterproof rating, making it perfect for swimming, running in the rain, or participating in water sports. Additionally, the watch supports over 100 sports modes, including swimming, cycling, yoga, and more, making it a versatile fitness companion for users with varied physical interests.