Apple has officially opened its first retail store in Al Ain at Al Jimi Mall, marking its fifth location in the UAE. This new store brings the full range of Apple’s latest products, expert services, and free educational workshops to the city, offering residents and visitors a modern, personalized experience while reinforcing Apple’s commitment to sustainability and accessibility in the region.
Apple Store Al Jimi Mall : Comprehensive product and service offering in the UAE
The Al Jimi Mall store features Apple’s complete lineup, including the latest iPhone generation, the MacBook Pro equipped with the powerful M4 chips, iPad Pro paired with the Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Watch Series 11, and the new AirPods Pro 3. Customers can purchase these devices directly or pick up orders placed online from a dedicated collection area.Additional services include:
- Personalized shopping sessions with Apple specialists to assist customers in finding the right devices and accessories.
- Apple Trade In program enabling customers to upgrade their devices with ease.
- Monthly financing options to make purchases more accessible.
- The Genius Bar offering expert hardware and software support.
- “Shop with a Specialist” sessions for tailored product guidance.
This store complements the four existing Apple locations in the UAE: Apple Yas Mall and Apple Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi, and Apple Dubai Mall and Apple Mall of the Emirates in Dubai.
“Today at Apple” sessions: Education and creativity at the core
Apple’s free “Today at Apple” program continues to play a key role at the new Al Ain store. These educational workshops invite customers of all ages and backgrounds to deepen their skills and creativity using Apple technology. Highlights include:
- Sessions on photography, video, art, design, music, and coding.
- Specific workshops like “Get Started: Mac,” “Take Better Photos on iPhone,” “Capture Ideas on iPad,” and “Apple Intelligence Spotlight.”
- Focus on supporting students and lifelong learners through accessible, collaborative learning experiences.
These sessions foster a community atmosphere where users can learn and connect over shared passions.
Sustainability, accessibility, and store design
The Apple Al Jimi Mall store is designed with a strong emphasis on environmental responsibility and inclusivity. Key features include:
- Construction using environmentally friendly materials, such as a biopolymer terrazzo floor.
- Operation powered entirely by 100% renewable energy.
- Accessibility enhancements like variable table and seating heights, improved visual and acoustic clarity, assisted-listening systems, and wide pathways to accommodate all visitors.
Located on Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street, the store’s design ensures easy access within Al Ain’s urban landscape, blending Apple’s cutting-edge technology environment with the city’s cultural heritage.Operating hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, with extended hours until 11:59 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays to accommodate weekend visitors.
Strengthening Apple’s footprint in the UAE
Apple’s opening of the Al Jimi Mall store highlights its strategy to increase accessibility and customer engagement across the UAE. With dedicated teams ready to assist, the store offers a personalized and immersive experience, including demos for new innovations like the Apple Vision Pro spatial computing device.Whether upgrading to the latest iPhone 17 or exploring creative possibilities through “Today at Apple,” visitors to the Al Jimi Mall store will find a comprehensive and supportive environment. This new location not only broadens Apple’s presence in the UAE but also provides a central hub for tech enthusiasts in Al Ain and the surrounding Garden City region.
