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TECHx
17 hours ago
- Business
- TECHx
Yango Launches Yasmina AI Assistant in Oman
Home » Emerging technologies » Artificial Intelligence » Yango Launches Yasmina AI Assistant in Oman Yango Group, a global technology company, has announced the launch of Yasmina, a bilingual AI assistant, in Oman. Yasmina is integrated into Yango's smart speaker lineup, including the Midi, Mini, and Lite. The assistant supports both Arabic and English, offering natural, human-like voice interactions tailored for the region. The company revealed that Yasmina is powered by an upgraded large language model, part of the YangoAI suite. This suite includes advanced AI technologies designed for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Yasmina provides more than just music streaming or smart home control. It delivers localized features, such as: Prayer times specific to Muscat Traditional recipes like Omani Shuwa Travel planning to destinations like Wadi Shab It also supports religious activities by playing Surahs, setting Adhans, and using the Hijri calendar for accurate date tracking. The assistant aims to boost curiosity and learning across all age groups. It simplifies complex topics, encourages language development, and offers interactive storytelling. Yasmina also translates between Arabic and English, supporting bilingual users, educators, and content creators. Islam Abdul Karim, Regional Head of Yango Group Middle East, stated that AI is reshaping lives and should be accessible to everyone. He highlighted Oman's strong embrace of AI as part of its digital strategy and affirmed Yango's commitment to supporting technological sovereignty. ITHCA Group, the technology investment arm of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA), expressed support for Yango's efforts. The group emphasized that Yasmina aligns with Oman Vision 2040 and helps bring AI into daily life in practical ways. Yango reported that the Yasmina smart speakers are now available for purchase across various retail and online outlets in Oman. To access all features, users require an active Yango Play subscription, which may be subject to fees. Yango Play is an AI-powered entertainment app available in multiple GCC countries. The launch reflects Yango's broader goal of bridging advanced technologies with local communities across the region.
Broadcast Pro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Yango Play enhances music experience with new features and regional releases
Yango Play on Apple Watch now supports direct music downloads, allowing users to enjoy their favorite tracks without needing an iPhone nearby. Yango Play, the AI-powered entertainment super app, has upgraded its music capabilities with a host of new features designed to deliver a more personalised and convenient listening experience. T These enhancements aim to provide users with a more personalised and seamless listening experience across various devices and platforms. Among the major updates is the new functionality on Apple Watch, which now allows users to download music directly to their device. This enables listening without an iPhone or internet connection, providing added convenience during workouts, commutes and other on-the-go moments. The app has also rolled out enhanced music control for Yasmina smart speakers. Through the Yango Play app, users can now manage their music library and playback settings directly from their smartphones. This integration offers a seamless way to curate playlists, organise songs and control queues, complementing existing voice command options across both iOS and Android platforms. Further elevating user engagement, Yango Play has introduced a smart playlist creation feature, enabling listeners to craft personalised playlists based on mood, genre or activity. Available on both Android and iOS, the tool allows for detailed customisation, including the ability to add titles, arrange track order and select cover images. Users can also share playlists with friends or make them public, fostering a connected and vibrant music-loving community. In parallel with these product enhancements, Yango Play continues to grow its music library with the release of albums and singles from major artists across the Arab world. Highlights include Nancy Ajram's eleventh studio album Nancy 11, showcasing her signature fusion of Egyptian and Lebanese influences, and Tamer Hosny's 15-track album Leena Maad, featuring collaborations with Reda El Bahrawy and Al Shami. Assala returns with her full-length album Daribet Al Bo'd, featuring standout tracks like Mesh Wehsha and Ana Hansak. Latifa drops Galbi Ertah, a 13-track album with collaborations that include three songs with Mohamed El-Kazmy and a notable feature with Kazem Al-Saher. Ramy Sabry's new album Ana Bahebak Enta offers 11 songs and includes a remix by Aly Fathallah along with two tracks launched as music videos. Najwa Karam presents her latest single Halet Tawari', while Fadel Chaker returns with the emotional ballad Elhob w Bass. To mark two decades in music, Melhem Zein has released 22, an album blending energetic Dabke beats with romantic ballads, celebrating his versatile vocal journey. Mohamed Mounir's latest pop single Malamehna and the heartfelt duet Kifak Ala Foragi by Fadel Chaker and Mohamed Chaker round out the list of new regional music offerings.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Yango Play takes the music experience to the next level with new features and releases
Yango Play, the AI-powered entertainment super app, is elevating its music offerings with a suite of new product features and an exciting lineup of regional music releases. These enhancements aim to provide users with a more personalized and seamless listening experience across various devices and platforms. Offline Music Playback on Apple Watch: Yango Play on Apple Watch now supports direct music downloads, allowing users to enjoy their favorite tracks without needing an iPhone nearby. This feature is particularly beneficial during workouts, commutes, or outdoor activities. Once downloaded, the music can be played directly from the watch, even without an internet connection. This enhancement offers greater flexibility and convenience for music lovers on the go. Enhanced Playback and Control on Yasmina Speakers: Yasmina speakers now offer enhanced music control by allowing users to connect their smartphones via the Yango Play app. This integration enables users to manage their music playlists and queues directly from their devices, providing a seamless and intuitive experience. Through the app, users can organize their music library, create custom playlists, and adjust playback settings, all from the convenience of their smartphones. This feature complements existing voice control options, offering users multiple methods to interact with their music, and is now available on iOS and Android devices. Personalized Playlist Creation: Music lovers now have a smarter and more engaging way to discover and enjoy their favorite tunes with the launch of a new personalized playlist creation feature, available on both Android and iOS. Whether exploring the latest hits by mood, genre, or activity or diving into top charts from around the world, users can now take full control of their listening experience. The app's intuitive design allows users to create and customize playlists that reflect their unique tastes. Once created, playlists can be easily shared with friends or made public, encouraging a vibrant and connected community of music enthusiasts. This feature allows users to curate their music collections by selecting specific tracks, arranging them in preferred order and adding descriptive titles and cover images. Yango Play continues to enrich its music library with a diverse array of tracks and albums from renowned artists across the Arab world. From emerging talents to established icons, here's a curated selection of the latest releases available on the app: Nancy Ajram - 'Nancy 11' (Album) Nancy Ajram's eleventh studio album spans 12 tracks, led by 'Sidi ya Sidi.' With her signature blend of Egyptian and Lebanese dialects and musical styles, and their vibrant fusion and cultural harmony she proves her status as a regional megastar across the Arab pop scene. Tamer Hosny - 'Leena Maad' (Album) Tamer Hosny's newest 15 track album titled "Leena Maad" features exciting collaborations, including a track with the popular folk singer Reda El Bahrawy titled 'El Magas', and another duet with Syrian singer Al Shami titled 'Malket Gamal El-Kon'. Several songs from the album, like "Halal Feek", have already been released as successful singles. Assala – 'Daribet Al Bo'd' (Album) A new full-length album from one of the Arab world's most beloved voices, featuring tracks like Mesh Wehsha, Daribet El Bo'd, El Enab El Saqe', and Ana Hansak. Latifa - 'Galbi Ertah' (Album) Latifa's anticipated 13-song album with 4 tracks released in its first week. This VIP release features exciting collaborations, including three tracks with Mohamed El-Kazmy and one with Kazem Al-Saher, and many more exciting features! Ramy Sabry - 'Ana Bahebak Enta' (Album) Ramy Sabry's new album, "Ana Bahebak Enta," features 11 exciting tracks, including a thrilling remix with producer Aly Fathallah. Adding to the excitement, two tracks from the album have been released as official music videos, including the single, 'Ana Bahebak Inta'. Najwa Karam – 'Halet Tawari' ' The Lebanese superstar returns with a fresh release for fans across the region. Fadel Chaker – 'Elhob w Bass' A heartfelt ballad that underscores his romantic style. Melhem Zein – '22' (Album) To celebrate 22 years in the music scene, Melhem Zein releases an album that reflects his long-standing career. The album features a mix of energetic Dabke tracks, romantic slow songs, and upbeat summer anthems, all highlighting Zein's versatile voice and musical journey. The songs featured include Albi Daa', Hlaftellik, Maana El Eshe', Kawkabi, Alf Mabrouk, Kiff Aaanni, and Tannour. Mohamed Mounir - 'Malamehna' Malamehna is the latest pop song from one of Egypt's most iconic artists. Fadel Chaker and Mohamed Chaker - 'Kifak Ala Foragi' The father-son duo's collaboration showcases their undeniable musical chemistry and heartfelt delivery. About Yango Play Yango Play, an all-in-one entertainment super app, is a pioneering AI-powered entertainment service that combines video, music streaming, mini-game's and live TV channels into a single platform. Launched in the GCC, it offers a seamless and comprehensive entertainment experience. Subscribers enjoy a vast selection of video content, including beloved classics and exclusive new releases, spanning movies and TV series from the Middle East, Turkey, and Hollywood, all presented ad-free and in high quality. Additionally, the app features an innovative music stream that personalized recommendations to match user preferences, blending international hits with regional favorites. Available on both Google PlayStore and iOS App Store, Yango Play stands out for its diverse content library and personalized entertainment experience. For more information about Yango Play and its offerings, visit Stay in the loop with the latest content by following Yango Play on social media: Facebook: Yango Play Instagram: @yangoplay Twitter: @Yango_Play TikTok: @yangoplay YouTube: Yango Play Channel
Khaberni
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaberni
Ahmed El Fishawy reveals "The Serial Killer of Al Tagamoa" - A New Film that Raises Questions
Khaberni -Egyptian actor Ahmed El Fishawy has generated wide interaction across social media platforms after revealing his new cinema project titled "The Serial Killer of Al Tagamoa". El Fishawy posted the first promotional poster of the film on his Instagram account, commenting: "Wait for Karim in The Serial Killer of Al Tagamoa.. a movie written and directed by Mohamed Salah Al-Azab, and produced by Ahmed El Sobky." This announcement refocuses attention on El Fishawy's direction towards works featuring a blend of mystery and thriller. Artistic Activity "The Serial Killer of Al Tagamoa" comes shortly after El Fishawy's last work, the movie "We Understand Your Circumstances", which was presented in mid-2024, featuring several stars including Mai Selim, Nesreen Tafesh, Mahmoud Hafez, Mohamed Mahmoud, and Tarek Abdel Aziz, with Ayman Makram directing and Samir El Nile writing the screenplay. In February, El Fishawy also participated in the movie "The System", which was released on the "Yango Play" platform as part of the Eid al-Fitr movie season, portraying the character "Waheed Al Hakim", a social figure receiving continuous advice from another character portrayed by actor Tarek Lotfy, within a satirical drama framework that explores romantic relationships from an unconventional perspective. The project featured Mais Hamdan, Basant Shawky, Nesreen Tafesh, and Mohamed Ali Rizk, was written by Ahmed Mustafa, and directed by Ahmed El Bandary. In a related context, El Fishawy recently announced his participation in a new film titled "When Love Writes Itself", produced by Naif Abdullah and directed by Mohamed Hany, in his first long cinematic experience, confirming via his official accounts that this collaboration marks the sixteenth time he works with a director embarking on their first experience. El Fishawy also revealed an artistic documentation project, through which he aims to digitize the works of Egyptian artists and preserve them in a secured electronic archive using modern technologies, a step he described as "necessary to preserve the Egyptian artistic heritage and make it available to future generations."
Broadcast Pro
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
‘The Silk Kingdom' breaks viewership records on Yango Play
Yango Play has announced that The Silk Kingdom made an extraordinary debut, setting a new record for viewership on its first day of release. The series instantly climbed to the top of the platform's most-watched list and quickly dominated trending charts across social media networks like X and search engines such as Google. Interest was so high that the phrase 'The Silk Kingdom airing time' became the number one search query in Egypt, Kuwait and the UAE, reflecting the show's immense popularity and regional impact. Written and directed by Dr Peter Mimi, the series is produced by Synergy Plus in partnership with Konker. It stars Karim Mahmoud Abdel Aziz in the lead role alongside an acclaimed ensemble cast including Asmaa Abulyazeid, Ahmed Ghazy, Amr Abdelgelil, Sarah El Touni, Walid Fawaz and Mahmoud El Bezawy. The Silk Kingdom runs for 10 episodes and airs daily from Sunday to Thursday at 4:30 PM Cairo time exclusively on Yango Play, giving subscribers access three hours before any other platform. The show's continuous schedule promises viewers an intense and suspenseful experience throughout its run.
