Returning for its second year, the Abu Dhabi Electronics Shopper is back after sparking one of the most popular exhibitions the capital has seen. Get set for a high voltage event offering all your gadgetry needs
Abu Dhabi has become a magnet for technology with consumer rates increasing annually as residents invest in tablets, televisions and more. And with a plethora of malls and stand-alone stores, where does a digital devotee start? We recommend the Abu Dhabi Electronics Shopper (ADES) exhibition.
Running from the 26th February to 1st March, the big guns of the digital world will descend on the capital to show you their latest products, unique deals and of course, exclusive prizes. Teeming with tech all under one roof, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) will be the place for you to find that digital item of your dreams. Director of DOME Exhibitions Dony Cyril is excited about the return of the exhibition and all that it has to offer.
“The electronics retail industry has been one of the fastest growing industries in Abu Dhabi in recent years,” said Cyril. “The remarkable success of the 2013 Abu Dhabi Electronics Shopper has encouraged us to host the second edition on a much larger scale and over twice the exhibition space. We are confident the event will prove to be another strong crowd-puller and emerge as one of the largest gatherings of the region’s leading ICT retailers and suppliers.”
Over 100,000 visitors are expected to turn up over the four days of the show; which aims to be a one-stop-shop for the latest tech innovations. Samsung, Huawei, Sharp, and Philips are just a few of the superpowers gracing the show. Antoine Georges, managing director of DOME Exhibitions, believes the desire from retailers to exhibit, along with a hunger from the capital’s residents for a bargain, will make the exhibition an ongoing annual success.
“Abu Dhabi is today one of the world’s wealthiest economies,” said Georges. “The capital city is an ideal choice for holding mega consumer electronics and technology exhibitions of phenomenal dimensions and reach. Judging by the overwhelming response we have received from both retailers and bargain hunters, we hope to make the ADES Abu Dhabi’s must-visit annual consumer electronics festival.”
Do the robot
Festival-goers are set for yet another treat, as celebrated Indian dancer and choreographer Raghav Juyal will mark his debut stage performance in the UAE. Known as the ‘King of Slow Motion’, Raghav Juyal, whose stage name is Crockroaxz, will deliver a high-voltage performance on 26th, 27th and 28th February.
The Exhibitors
With over 20 exhibitors this year, visitors will be able to wander amongst the stations in search of a super deal. Sharaf DG, E-MAX, Plug-Ins and E-City are among some of the retailers taking part, but what exactly will you be able to get your hands on? Let’s take a look at the tech you might catch sight of at this year’s ADES.
84LA9800 LG ULTRA HD Smart TV
On the market today, there are thousands of different televisions available. Not only different in screen size, but definition, power and resolution. However this display from LG will make you feel your home is a cinema. This 84” television is breathtaking. Not only the image quality but in its styling. Sleek and crisp, the Ultra HD screen produces a visual that can only be described as a stunning. Gamers, movie buffs and soap fans will all be mesmerised by this TV. AED 69,999 from Plug-Ins.
Nikon D5300 SLR
The ADES will no doubt be an Aladdin’s cave of cameras and for a newcomer to the photography field it can be a little daunting. Many snap-happy residents are making the move from the small, personal digital camera to the vast world of SLRs. But where should you start? We suggest asking for the Nikon D5300. This is the perfect camera for those making the leap into the land of the SLR. But what we really like about this Nikon is its built in WiFi and GPS. With an app on your phone, you can set your camera up and have full control of the device. You can see on screen what your camera sees and take photos with ease. Photos can then be shared within seconds to your phone and of course are quickly uploaded to your social media sites. AED 2,899 from www.souq.com
Samsung Galaxy Grand 2
Out to rival the iPhone is the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2. This mobile device offers a dual SIM, allowing two numbers on one device – so no more carrying around two phones! An impressive 5.25-inch touch screen display is perfect for watching video, reading documents and, of course, Skype. The camera is already proving a hit amongst consumers as its 8-megapixel takes impeccable shots. It may be larger than the iPhone but don’t let this put you off this slender and fresh looking phone. It’s fast, light and efficient. Priced AED 1,349 from www.letstango.com
