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Yasmina Max Is Yango’s Most Advanced Smart Speaker Yet

The new audio device boasts human-like AI capabilities, exceptional sound performance, and effortless voice control.

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1 month ago

December 7, 2024

Nour Nasir

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Tech giant Yango Group has announced its latest flagship smart speaker. According to a recent press release, the new Yasmina Max boasts human-like AI capabilities and exceptional sound performance, redefining the smart home experience.

Yasmina Max features an advanced three-way sound system with five separate drivers to handle bass, midrange and treble, supported by a passive radiator. Rated at 65 watts of power, the speaker should deliver rich, immersive sound in even the largest of rooms.

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Thanks to its highly sensitive microphones, Yasmina Max offers effortless voice control, even in noisy environments. For those who crave synchronized music, the new device can also be paired with other Yasmina smart speakers — like the Yasmina Mini or Midi — to enjoy seamless audio throughout the home in Multiroom Mode.

The Yasmina Max features an intelligent LED screen that adapts to ambient lighting for optimal visibility. When idle, the display shows the time. While playing music, it offers dynamic visualizations to bring tunes to life and enhance interactions with the Yasmina assistant.

Finally, at the heart of Yasmina Max is a virtual assistant powered by YangoGPT. Lifelike conversations are possible in both English and Khaleeji Arabic, making it a versatile companion for everyday tasks. Whether you need help with recipes or creative ideas for a surprise party, Yasmina has you covered.

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Senior Innovation Marketing Manager Rami Abu Arja highlighted the Yasmina Max’s aesthetic appeal, stating, “Apart from its superior technological characteristics, Yasmina Max offers a sophisticated design. Available in three colors — green, beige, and black — it is crafted to complement any interior, making it the perfect [home] addition”.

The smart speaker is now available across the UAE, priced at AED 1,199. For a limited time, the speaker is being offered through an exclusive partnership with Virgin Megastore. It is also available online via Noon and, for the first time, Amazon.

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UAE Prepares To Launch Two Satellites: Thuraya-2 And MBZ-SAT

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council yesterday.

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3 weeks ago

December 17, 2024

Nour Nasir

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HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council in Dubai on December 16, 2024. The session highlighted the UAE’s ambitious space plans and took stock of the sector’s economic progress.

The council emphasized the growing role of private companies in advancing space technologies, noting that their contributions are now equal to that of the public sector. Members also praised initiatives like the Space Economic Zones Programme, which are designed to fuel innovation and investment in the space industry.

خلال ترؤسنا الاجتماع الأول للمجلس الأعلى للفضاء، بحثنا الاستثمارات الوطنية والمشاريع المقبلة في قطاع الفضاء والذي يشهد تطوراً مستمراً… وجددنا التزامنا بدعم ومواصلة تنفيذ برامج طموحة لاستكشاف الفضاء الخارجي حيث وصل حجم الاستثمارات في هذا القطاع إلى 40 مليار درهم خلال السنوات… pic.twitter.com/etJ33OnuSu

— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) December 16, 2024

Discussing the UAE’s space journey, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum remarked, “The national space sector continues to grow and advance, and we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements we have accomplished over the years”.

Sheikh Hamdan also received updates on two upcoming satellite projects: Thuraya-2 and MBZ-SAT. Thuraya-2, developed by Space42, is slated for launch this December. Meanwhile, the MBZ-SAT, created by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), will soon follow. MBRSC, a major driver of the UAE National Space Programme, continues to lead the nation’s space-related developments.

Space42 took the opportunity to showcase its advancements, including ongoing collaborations between public and private entities. The company also outlined strategies to promote innovation, boost revenue streams, and create new opportunities for growth in the sector.

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The UAE’s current projects build on a growing legacy of space exploration. Back in 2020, the nation made headlines with its Mars mission, successfully sending a probe into the planet’s orbit in 2021. This mission, which is now in its second phase as of June 2024, has been collecting critical data to develop a comprehensive diurnal image of Mars.

The UAE also ventured into lunar exploration with an unmanned mission aimed at studying untouched regions of the Moon’s surface. While the probe ultimately crashed during its landing attempt after communication was lost seconds before touchdown, the effort represented a significant step in the country’s exploration ambitions.