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Gulf Insider
20 hours ago
- Gulf Insider
Nearly Half Of Saudis Spend Over Seven Hours Online Daily
Nearly half of Saudi Arabia's internet users, approximately 48.6 percent, spend seven hours or more online each day, according to the Saudi Internet 2024 report released by the Kingdom's Communications, Space and Technology Commission last week. The report highlights a sharp rise in the consumption of digital content and e-services, driven by the country's broader digital transformation agenda. The data shows that peak internet usage occurs between 9pm and 11pm, with March recording the highest overall usage levels throughout the year. Saturdays were found to be the most internet-active day of the week. Home remains the primary location for internet use, with 87.9 percent of users logging on from their residences. This is followed by internet use during travel, at 79.3 percent, and the workplace, where 41.7 percent of users reported being connected. In terms of devices, mobile phones dominate the digital landscape, with 99.4 percent of users accessing the internet via smartphones. Computers came in second at 50.7 percent, followed by tablets at 37.5 percent. Android holds the lion's share of mobile operating systems, accounting for 55 percent of usage, compared to 45 percent for iOS. Meanwhile, Windows remains the dominant platform for computers, used by 91.1 percent of users, far outpacing Macintosh (7.5 percent) and Linux (1.4 percent).
Saudi Gazette
2 days ago
- Saudi Gazette
49% of Saudi internet users spend 7 hours a day online
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Approximately 48.6 percent of internet users in Saudi Arabia spend seven hours or more a day using the internet, according to the "Saudi Internet 2024" report, published by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission. The report highlighted continued growth in demand for digital content and e-services. According to the report, peak usage during the day occurs between 9 pm and 11 pm. The internet usage in the year reached its highest levels in the month of March. The weekly day when people using the internet most is Saturday. The report indicated that the internet is mostly used at home with a percentage of 87.9, and the usage during travel comes next to it with 79.3 percent, and then at work with 41.7 percent. As for the type of devices used, mobile phones topped the list reaching 99.4 percent, followed by computers 50.7percent, and tablets 37.5 percent. Regarding operating systems, Android accounts for 55 percent of phone usage, compared to 45 percent for iOS. Windows dominates computers at 91.1 percent, compared to 7.5 percent for Macintosh devices and 1.4 percent for Linux. The report highlights the digital transformation taking place in the Kingdom and the significant role the internet plays in various aspects of daily life, whether in work, education, or entertainment.
Saudi Gazette
18-05-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
21.5% of internet users in Saudi Arabia utilize AI tools
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — About 21.5percent of internet users in Saudi Arabia actively use various artificial intelligence (AI) applications, according to the Saudi Internet 2024 report issued by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST). The report revealed that the age group between 20 and 29 years is the most engaged with AI tools, with a usage rate of 27.3 percent. This reflects the demographic awareness of the role modern technologies play in enhancing quality of life across professional, educational, and entertainment domains. This shows that the internet sector in Saudi Arabia is experiencing rapid digital transformation, driven by rising technological awareness and the expansion of digital infrastructure. The CST report highlighted that the widespread adoption of AI is supported by the availability of diverse applications such as smart translation, virtual assistants, content generation, and data analysis. This trend reinforces Saudi Arabia's position as a regional hub for innovation and digital transformation. The Saudi Internet 2024 report serves as a key reference for tracking major internet indicators in the Kingdom. Published annually, it offers valuable insights into user behavior and evolving technology trends.
