The Sandy Times - Tech - The Sandy Times

by Alexandra Mansilla28 Jul 2025

Formula 1 2025: New Rules, McLaren Rising, Hamilton In Ferrari Red

Why is this year’s race more special than ever?

by Alexandra Mansilla7 Jul 2025

Turns Out, ChatGPT Almost Had a Different Name

What was the original name, and why did they end up choosing ChatGPT?

by Sofia Brontvein27 Jun 2025

Travel

Pack Light: Tech Travel Essentials For Your Next Trip

The Sandy Times Publisher on how to become a digital detox ambassador — even if you are still working on the go

Shopping

by Barbara Yakimchuk26 Jun 2025

Smart Home Gadgets Every Urban MENA Creator Should Have

Cool devices to add to your cart!

by Sofia Brontvein19 Jun 2025

Health

Track Or Treat: Apple Watch Ultra 2 Vs Whoop — Choose Your Fighter

Our publisher Sofia Brontvein puts Whoop and Apple Watch Ultra 2 to the test to see which one truly understands your body (and your neuroses)

by Sofia Brontvein13 Jun 2025

Interview

Desert Roads & German Precision: Volkswagen’s New Vision For the Gulf

The Sandy Times talks to Matthias Ziegler about Volkswagen’s evolving Middle East journey — from SUVs to cultural ties

by Dara Morgan12 Jun 2025

People

The Deepfake Dilemma: How AI Is Rewriting Celebrity Reality

Scandals are spreading, reality is bending — and celebrities are caught in the crossfire. How is the world reacting to the new deepfake dilemma?

by Alexandra Mansilla6 Jun 2025

Health

We Are Turning To ChatGPT For Medical Advice More And More. Is That... Okay?

How and why ChatGPT turned into an essential tool when we are worried about our health

Saudi Arabia

The Rise Of Formula 1 In Saudi Arabia: From Dream To Reality

F1's next level? Buckle up for Jeddah to Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia's F1 revolution

by Iffat Nawaz8 May 2025

Art

Driven By Art: BMW Art Cars In Talk With Dr Thomas Girst

Prof Dr Thomas Girst about his favourite Art Car, the future of co-creation, and what stood out at Art Dubai

by Dara Morgan7 May 2025

Health

Stay Cool In the Gulf: Best Gadgets To Beat the Summer Heat

The Gulf summer's brutal heat and humidity demand smart solutions. Discover the best gadgets and technologies

by Iffat Nawaz5 May 2025

by Barbara Yakimchuk25 Apr 2025

Sport

Questions About WHOOP You Wanted To Ask?

With insights from WHOOP’s GCC Director, answering the most common questions about the famous wristband

Dubai

by Barbara Yakimchuk18 Apr 2025

Apps You Need In Dubai: Daily Hacks & Hidden Gems

Restaurant, spa, concert tickets? It is all on your phone now.

by Barbara Yakimchuk27 Mar 2025

Behind the Screens: How Mobile Game Advertising Works

Diving into the mechanics of game advertising with the help of an expert

by Dara Morgan19 Mar 2025

Bring Back Our 2014: Games We Used To Play (And You Still Can!)

Remember times when mobile gaming was fun?

by Ashas Bukhari3 Feb 2025

Entertainment

Flight Sims Are Resurging: Here Is What To Know About These Popular Video Games

Strap on your VR goggles and pick up your controllers for this wild ride

by Ashas Bukhari19 Jan 2025

Why I Still Play Old Games

New tech, new graphics, new mechanics, but I still adore older titles