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Xiaomi Opens New Flagship Store In Dubai

The 6,600 square-foot-store is the Chinese tech company’s largest in the United Arab Emirates.

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2 years ago

April 27, 2023

Nour Nasir

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Leading global tech company, Xiaomi, has opened its largest flagship store in the United Arab Emirates at the Dubai Mall. The extensive retail space is situated in the Chinatown area of the mall, a redesigned section of the first floor home to several prominent Chinese brands.

The official store opening happened on April 26th at a lively event attended by technology enthusiasts and Xiaomi fans. The event was overseen by the General Manager of Xiaomi Middle East and Levant, Ronnie Wang and other regional managers.

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Xiaomi’s Dubai Mall store demonstrates the Chinese tech giant’s commitment to expanding its presence across the Middle East. The huge 6,600-square-foot retail unit is one of the company’s largest worldwide and will be used to showcase the latest innovative products.

“Our Dubai Mall store [is] the largest Xiaomi in the world among our 1,400 stores worldwide, excluding China and India. Since the first Xiaomi store opening in 2017, Xiaomi has been bringing the concept of smart homes into daily lives. We are grateful for our consumers and Mi fans’ unwavering support and promise to provide better quality products and the best shopping experience possible,” says Arjun Batra, Country Manager of Xiaomi UAE.

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After an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, attendees could engage in several interactive activities and meet top influencers, including Ajman Khan and Roman Khanand. Meanwhile, Xiaomi’s quadruped robot CyberDog appeared on stage to add to the excitement.

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Among the products displayed at the new store are smartphones, including the Redmi Note 12, 4 Ultra and more, plus laptops, smart devices, home appliances and even Xiaomi’s Electric Scooter.

In celebration of the store opening, Xiaomi is offering a 50% discount on all products for the first 350 customers and a 30% discount to the next 400.

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1,000 Drones Light The Dubai Sky For AC Milan Celebration

Cyberdrone’s groundbreaking display marked 125 years of AC Milan football club and the 1st-year anniversary of Casa Milan Dubai.

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18 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Nour Nasir

Cyberdrone, a leading UAV display company based in Dubai, put on a breathtaking drone light show on Monday to honor two significant football milestones: AC Milan’s 125th anniversary and the one-year anniversary of Casa Milan Dubai.

The spectacle involved 1,000 drones working in perfect harmony to project AC Milan’s iconic imagery against the city’s night sky. Highlights included the UAVs synchronizing to form the club’s iconic crest, the signature red and black jersey, and a special emblem marking its 125th year. The intricate performance demanded meticulous planning, not just in terms of choreography, but also in dealing with the necessary permits and logistics.

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“Our goal was to spotlight AC Milan’s legacy through a stunning visual narrative,” explained Mohamed Munjed Abdulla, Director of Sales at Cyberdrone. “We celebrated the club’s history, its Dubai milestone, and the universal love for football. The show also enhanced AC Milan’s regional presence, growing its fanbase through a cutting-edge, memorable experience. Drone shows are unparalleled in leaving lasting impressions, making them perfect for driving partnerships and growth”.

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Greta Nardeschi, AC Milan’s Regional Director for MENA, echoed the sentiment, adding: “Collaborating with Cyberdrone for this 1,000-drone performance allowed us to connect with our fans in innovative ways. It gave us a unique opportunity to surprise and inspire audiences while elevating our Club’s visibility and that of our partners. Cyberdrone truly helped us take AC Milan to new heights”.

This groundbreaking drone display sets a new benchmark for the Middle East’s sports sector, which already contributes around $2.4 billion annually to Dubai’s GDP alone. Sporting events also generate $1.76 billion in revenues across the region, while the MENA’s entertainment sector, valued at $41.13 billion, is growing at 9.41% annually, driven by rapid technological advancements.