Huawei Y5 II available in LTE version for the brand lovers

Finally, Huawei has launched a new LTE version of its bestselling Huawei Y5 II smart phone in Pakistan. Apart from the high-speed LTE and superior quality display Huawei offers an extraordinary camera features in the new smart phone Huawei Y5 II (LTE). It has a combination of 8MP rear and 2MP front camera that enhances the experience of selfies and photography at its best. Huawei has also provided the camera with amazing specification that it performs outstanding even in low lights. Moreover, the autofocus and the F2.0 aperture of the rear camera give complete professional touch to photographs.

However, on the other hand 2MP front camera is perfect for selfies. Front camera is provided with LED flash light to enhance the quality of selfies that can furnish the social media accounts and make the snap chat real fun.

Huawei Y5 II (LTE) also comes with an appealing easy key function that gives user a shorter path to favorite content. With a simple press, double-press, or press-and-hold user can launch the application or feature assigned to each gesture.

Huawei Y5 II (LTE) is a smart device with the high speed internet supporting features. The sales record for the previous version of Huawei Y5 II also predicts the overwhelming response to the LTE version of the smart phone. The new smart phone is available against the best price of only Rs. 15,499/- , along with an adding exciting offer of 3000MB free Zong internet for 6 months.

Huawei Y5 II LTE is an incredible smart-phone that offers a crystal clear display quality and it has 5 inches large HD Display. A large display screen is required by the young generation who love to watch videos on internet and swap among their best captured snaps, while browsing high speed internet on Huawei Y5 II (LTE).

Huawei Y5 II (LTE) is fitted with high performing quad 1.0 GHz CPU, that enables smooth performance of the smart phone. Further, Huawei Y5 II (LTE) has 1 GB RAM and 8GB large volume of ROM. The storage is no doubt enough to store favorite playlists and videos.

The all new Huawei Y5 II (LTE) is available in three classic colors i.e. black, white and Golden. Huawei is offering the best of its products with a marvelous 6 months free Zong internet package of 3000MB volume. So hurry to the Huawei brand outlets to grab the all new Huawei Y5 II (LTE).

Huawei shines Out at Asia Pacific ICT 2016 Awards again

For the third consecutive year, Huawei stood as a winner for the title of the best Telecom Equipment Vendor at the Frost & Sullivan Asia Pacific ICT Awards, 2016. The award ceremony held in the mid of the June, 2016 at the Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore. During the ceremony Huawei has been recognized as the most advanced and active in its strive to realize a better connected world. Huawei has been working on the digital transformation and the mass volume data transfer, Internet of Things, platform and operating systems to devise a universal model of a digital world where different technology manufacturers and vendors can reinforce their efforts to materialize a new future. And the award won by the technology giant, Huawei, is a sheer recognition of that vision and successive milestones achieved by the Huawei in the field.

                   

The Huawei’s high official at the award ceremony expressed that Huawei is honored to receive the prestigious award, which is a testament of Huawei’s ability to continuously reinvent to remain relevant and at the forefront of technology in this competition and rapidly growing ICT space. It is a reminder for Huawei teams across the globe to continue their best efforts in serving the customers' best interests and realize a future of advanced technology.

Over the years, Huawei has been working closely with the industry partners to work out innovations and to develop a technological leadership drive. Huawei has supported the technology companies to evolve into a better connected network through high quality tech-products it has been producing over the past few years.

Huawei has a commitment to continue its journey towards the advancement and innovation lead the industry from the front. Moreover, it is strongly expected that soon the Huawei will be the world’s number technology tycoon in the international market.

Huawei Postal Service Receives An Overwhelming Response

Huawei brand lovers has warmly responded to the recently launched Huawei Postal Service by the company. And in the light of the overwhelming accolade company has decided to widen the scope of the service and upgrading the postal service by allowing all the warranty handsets for the claiming the service. However it will not cover the accidental damages or the non-warranty Huawei phones.

It is truly an innovative idea for a technology giant like Huawei, having promising international standing in the technology market, to initiate such a kind of postal service. Huawei Postal service has turned the repair of the Huawei brand smart phones more convenient and time saving. All that the users have to do is just a phone call to the Huawei-Care Team on 0800-00016 and the company will collect the device through courier service literally from the complainant’s home or office.

Moreover, after the resolving of the issue (service / repair) Huawei will hand over the smart phone again at the door steps of the Huawei smart phone user. And as previously announced Huawei Postal Service does not charge any fee for collecting, delivering back and the service or repair of the smart phone through Postal service.

Another promising aspect of Huawei Postal Service is that the company provides complete services including repair, replacement of genuine parts (in case required) and maintenance. Moreover, the services Huawei have a team of a highly qualified and experienced team of engineers for the said purpose as well.

Huawei Pakistan’s Deputy General Manager – Mr. Fraz Malik Khan stated that: “Huawei has received an overwhelming response for the newly introduced Huawei Postal service. And to facilitate the loyal customers in Pakistan Huawei has decided to upgrade the service for all the warranty handsets. Also Huawei will continue to bring an innovative approach in its products and services because customer facilitation and customer satisfaction are of utmost importance.”

Huawei has been setting distinct norms in the technology spheres where customers are considered as factor to gauge the policies and future plans keeping the whole approach customer-centric. The brand following Huawei has achieved so is remarkably higher in term of growth ratio. Also designing after-sale services concept and valuing the customer demand enables the company to stand among the top 3 of the technology manufacturers in the world.

EcoStar ‘Cricket Craze’ brings innovative LED TV prizes for consumers

EcoStar is a global brand of LED Televisions and electronics. This technology leader has now launched the EcoStar 'Cricket Craze' Quiz Contest in Pakistan, promising opportunities to win innovative LED TVs, for participating consumers, during the Pakistan Vs England One-day International cricket series 2016 and Pakistan Vs England  T20 match as well , This Quiz competition is open for all participant , where lucky draw will get EcoStar's latest 24 inch LED TVs. and daily mobile balances

 In order to participate in this campaign; the consumers have to simply visit and ‘Like’ EcoStar’s official page on Facebook, where they can ‘Share’ their answers to the ‘Cricket Craze’ questions, to win their fabulous prizes.

The Head of Marketing at EcoStar stated that; We bring this delightful offer for all our consumers, who will be watching the thrilling performances of the cricket teams during this tournament. EcoStar is providing the consumers with this exciting opportunity to win a brand new LED Television, to enrich the visual home-entertainment experience for the whole family. Ultra sleek designs from EcoStar will bring a sophisticated look to your home. 

EcoStar LED TVs are the smartest hub of home entertainment, with the most advanced dual-chip processing technology – CORTEX A8, to deliver outstanding performance in web search, VOD, streaming videos and downloads. Equipped with an Android Operating System, the television gives you the freedom to explore a world of high quality content, games and applications online, through the web, e-mail and chat. More than 40 pre-loaded Apps like; Skype, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Chrome Web Browser, Angry Birds, etc are also easily available. With the Android Market Application, you can also download 2.4M more apps from the Web including 3D content.

DWP Group is the official distributor of Ecostar in Pakistan, that ensures nationwide availability of its products, along with prompt after-sales support, through an extensive network of outlets in all major cities.

Samsung Electronics to Showcase Expanded Professional Gaming Monitors Lineup at Gamescom 2016

Optimized for Hardcore Gamers, the New CFG70 Curved Monitor Delivers More Realistic and Immersive Gameplay

In demonstrating the latest innovations across its curved gaming monitor portfolio, Samsung Electronics will reinforce its leadership in the interactive gameplay space at the Gamescom 2016 conference. Scheduled to take place August 17-21, 2016 at the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany and billed as “the world’s largest computer and video game event,” Gamescom 2016 is expected to bring together more than 345,000 gamers, media, developers and retailers.

In line with the event’s “Heroes in New Dimensions” theme, Samsung (booths A070 and B070 in Hall 10.1 and booth A055-A in Hall 09.1) will offer players a look at the future of virtual competition with its new CFG70 curved gaming monitor. The CFG70 (24-inch model) combines crystal-clear picture quality with a range of user-friendly features to create an immersive, lifelike environment designed to impress even the most hardcore gamers.

“As developers incorporate advanced features into their newest titles, dedicated video game consumers need high-quality displays to amplify these enhancements and make them feel as if they are part of the game,” said Seog-gi Kim, Senior Vice President, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “The CFG70 represents the latest evolution of our pioneering gaming monitor technology, and adds unparalleled presentation and realism to the gaming experience. At Gamescom 2016, we invite attendees to see first-hand how our curved displays bring today’s most popular video game titles to life.”

A Broader Gameplay Arena

The CFG70 monitor’s “Super Arena” design invites gamers to experience the thrill of victory from multiple perspectives. Featuring 1800R curvature (indicating a curvature radius of 1,800 mm.) and a uniform 178-degree wide viewing angle, the CFG70 envelops players across the entire screen and brings previously hidden colors and game details to life. Integrated sound interactive LED lighting complements this enhanced picture presentation and further fosters gamer immersion.

Gamers also benefit from the CFG70’s continuity features that ensure uninterrupted interaction. The CFG70 is the industry’s first gaming monitor to offer 1m/s moving picture response time, providing a consistent, real-time display across the entire screen. A 144 Hz refresh rate additionally drives seamless transitions as games progress.

An Intuitive Interface

For added game management convenience, Samsung has equipped the CFG70 monitor with its user-friendly Gaming UX OSD interface. During competition, gamers can view and adjust all essential settings – ranging from response time to refresh rate – through a single-source on-screen dashboard. A series of easily-accessible shortcut hot keys located on the front and back of the monitor give gamers even more options to quickly update frequently-used gameplay parameters.

Longer and More Comfortable Competition

Samsung’s latest curved gaming monitor additionally is designed to reduce visual fatigue and encourage longer gameplay sessions. The CFG70’s flicker-free technology prevents strenuous display inconsistencies, and a complementary Eye Saver Mode feature safeguards users from harmful blue light emissions. To further reduce input latency, stutter and lag, and generate a consistent picture, the new monitor’s embedded AMD FreeSync^™ Technology over HDMI^® functionality synchronizes screen refresh rates with users’ AMD graphics cards.

Outside of its own Gamescom 2016 booth, several of Samsung’s partners also will feature its curved gaming monitors at their show floor stations, including:

·         Bethesda Softworks (booths A051 and B050 in Hall 08.1 )

·         Crytek (booths B011 and C012 in Hall 02.1)

·         ESL Gaming/Turtle Entertainment (booths A050-A053 in Hall 09.1)

·         Ubisoft (multiple booths in Hall 06.1)

·         Xbox (also demonstrating Samsung’s UHD monitors at its booth in Hall 8)

To learn more about Gamescom 2016, visit www.gamescom-cologne.com. For more information about Samsung’s curved gaming monitors, as well as related Samsung Newsroom articles including photos and videos, please visit news.samsung.com.

EcoStar offers lower attractive prices on Fully Automatic washing-machines

EcoStar is a nationwide brand of electronics that reflects technological excellence. Recently, EcoStar has announced an attractive affordable price tags for washing machines, which promise very high quality and many unique features. EcoStar ensures nationwide availability of its products, along with prompt after-sales service, through an extensive network of outlets across the country.

EcoStar’s fully Automatic Machines are state of the art  design with quick washing & Drying functions, giving a better quality of washing, while ensuring the lowest energy consumption. These fully Automatic range of washing machines also consumes much lesser water, energy efficient and have low-noise. Other features include; Magic wash cube technology, 3D water Fall, self-draining and Child-Lock safety. The cutting-edge features of Ecostar washing machines promise a comfortable life by providing the latest technologies at very affordable prices and hygienic and better cleaning. Hence EcoStar is producing the dream products for various consumer-segments, to bring advanced technologies within the reach of every house.

EcoStar’s Fully Automatic, Top-load washing machine - model WM-06-700 is now available at an attractive price of Rs. 24,900 only, It comes with superb features like; Fuzzy Logic, Eco Friendly, Multi Wash Programs, Digital Control Panel, Power Failure Memory, Magic Wash Pulsator, Stream Pro Drum, Power Wash, Child Lock.

The price of EcoStar’s Fully Automatic, top-load washing machine - WM-08-700 is Rs. 31,500 only,  It has a washing capacity of 8 KG, with attractive features like; Magic Wash Cube, Eco Friendly, Multi Wash Programs, Digital Control Panel, Power Failure Memory, Magic Wash Pulsator, Stream Pro Drum, One Touch Wash function, Fuzzy Logic, Child Lock.

EcoStar’s Fully Automatic, Top-load washing machine - WM-12-700 model is priced at 44,500,. It has a washing capacity of 12 KG and boasts features like; Magic Wash Cube, Eco Friendly, Multi Wash Programs, Digital Control Panel, Power Failure Memory, Magic Wash Pulsator, Stram Pro Drum, One-Touch Wash, Fuzzy Logic and Child Lock.

With Semi-automatic range (twin tub) comes with many choices to suite the home need. Which include 12, 8 & 6 kg Twin tubs with additional Soak Function and simple washers. 

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Pak-Qatar Takaful creates a pioneering team to offer Priority Takaful services

Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Limited (PQFTL) has once again taken a pioneering initiative, by creating the first-ever ‘Elite Team’ of Priority service-providers in the industry. The ‘Priority Takaful Team’ is the only special task force, which is fully trained with extensive knowledge, courtesy and skills, along with latest electronic digital gadgets.

These highly-trained sales personnel are specially qualified to meet all the protection and investment needs of valuable customers. Being the flag-bearer of Takaful in Pakistan since 2007, Pak-Qatar Family offers; Shariah-compliant Takaful products & services for Individual, Groups and Banca products, including Group Life and Health protection.

Muhammad Menhas (Deputy Chief Executive Officer) of Pak-Qatar Family Takaful Limited stated that: It is a matter of great pride and pleasure for us to achieve this remarkable milestone. Hence, our award-winning Takaful products are further enriched with personalized care and exclusivity, to make the company’s products, more competitive, rewarding and flexible. Through innovation and diligence, PQFTL pursues a customer-centric approach in business.

Nurturing a dynamic team has always been one of the core objectives of PQFTL. The Star Performers and consistent achievers are generously rewarded and empowered with growth opportunities to unleash their true potential. The Priority team is inspired to deliver the next-level of financial services to the customers to accelerate their career growth.

Present at the launch ceremony were Mr. Nasir Ali Syed (CEO, PQFTL), Mr. Waqas Ahmad (COO, PQFTL), Mufti Zahid (Head of Shariah Compliance), Mr. Nameer Khan (Head of Bancatakaful & ADC) and several other senior executives.

State Bank aims for financial access to 50% of SMEs by 2020

The 10^th Pakistan SME Conference 2016 organized by SHAMROCK Conferences International, concluded at the Pearl Continental Hotel in Karachi today. The experts and regulators deliberated upon broad-based solutions for accelerating growth in the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) sector.

Assistant Director of State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Imran Ahmed addressed the forum and expressed his institution’s commitment through NFIS to provide financial access to 50% of SMEs in the country, while aiming to extend Rs. 400 Billion as SME loans by the year 2020. The stakeholders urged the creation of a supportive regulatory environment, to optimize productivity through technological and financial access, as the SMEs have the potential to bring a powerful economic revolution in a developing country like Pakistan.

The theme of the conference was “Facilitating SMEs Makes Economic Sense”. The discussions covered key development topics like; Infrastructure, Regulatory realignments, Financing, Reforms, Sustainability, Facilitation & Empowerment’, along with the subjects of Good Governance & Human Resources development’. The stakeholders urged tangible measures to modernize infrastructure, banking, leasing, insurance and logistics to build capacity. The need to reduce taxes and duties on Alternate Energy solutions for the SMEs, to over-come the hazards of energy-crisis was also highlighted.

In his keynote address, the Board Member of SMEDA, Engr M.A. Jabbar stressed, “Advocacy for SME development needs to be strengthened, and preferential treatment should be given to the SMEs, which is the deprived segment” while the Chairperson of Sindh Board of Investments, Ms. Naheed Memon said, “China is looking at Pakistan as a partner. Our institutions must perform well to take full advantage of CPEC as countless ancillary businesses will emerge from this endeavor.”

The Group Head of Micro & SME at Bank Al Falah, Khurram Hussain, who gave a presentation on “Re-Thinking SMEs – To do Things Differently” emphasized digital technologies and global best-practices to ease SME lending; which is showing better performance, which is a great success for the SME and banking sectors.” The SBP made a special mention of the initiatives taken by the bank.

Zulfikar Thaver, President UNISAME and Chairman of the Technical Committee of National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) stated that “Establishment of new well equipped and specialized industrial estates for SMEs is a part of the strategic way-forward. Research and Development activities must be nurtured for creating collective advantages. The government must promote the housing industry, which boosts the demand for more than 36 sectors and a vast range of products. Special incentives and tax-relief programs should be offered to promote transfer of new technologies among the SMEs. The conflict-resolution mechanism (Ombudsman) must be speeded up to facilitate smoother operations and faster growth, while closer coordination between SME promotion institutions is also a need of the day.”

The Board Member of the Zarai Taraqiati Bank, Majyd Aziz discussing ‘A New Financial Paradigm for Agriculture’, said, “Technology should be adopted to improve agriculture whereas, food security should be improved through best-practices and establishing farmers entrepreneurial associations to safeguard their interests.”

Group Head of SME at Pak-Brunei Investment Company, Ms. Arjumand Qazi in her discussion on “Making SMEs Bankable” stated, “SMEs in Pakistan are not bankable due to many reasons like, misleading documentation of these small businesses. Lenders must work beyond the balance sheet and evaluate their qualitative potential, business model and products.” A panel discussion focused on the methodologies for promoting the Culture of Entrepreneurship to spur SME growth which was addressed by Chief of SMEDA Sindh, Mukesh Kumar and Vice President of First Women Bank, Ms. Samina Geti.

Earlier, Menin Rodrigues, Convener & Chairman, SHAMROCK Conferences International said, “It is heartening to see the SME Forum, continue for a decade and evolve into a powerful platform for finding solutions for the sector. There have been a number of favorable interventions by the State Bank of Pakistan to address the issues, in particular, the working of an action plan for the implementation of the National Finance Inclusion Strategy (NFIS).”

Samsung Showcases Industry-leading Flash Technologies to Address Growing Requirements of Storage Systems

World’s first 4^th generation, 64-layer V-NAND flash memory products will be produced in Q4 2016

Strong line-up of enterprise SSDs with world’s largest capacity 32TB SAS SSD,

ultra-light 1TB BGA SSD, and ultra-high performance Z-SSD

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., the world leader in advanced memory technology, today introduced a blueprint for next-generation flash memory solutions that will meet the ever-increasing demands of big data networks, cloud computing and real-time analysis.

At Flash Memory Summit 2016*, held in the Santa Clara (CA) Convention Center, Samsung showcased its 4^th generation Vertical NAND (V-NAND) and a line-up of high-performance, high-capacity solid state drives (SSDs) available for its enterprise customers as well as Z-SSD, a new solution providing breakthrough performance for flash-based storage.

Samsung’s new flash storage devices are expected to contribute significantly to the global IT industry in meeting the growing storage requirements of today’s enterprise computing environment. These solutions will accommodate enormous amounts of data, and extremely high-speed information processing, while enhancing the total cost of ownership (TCO) for data centers.

“With our 4^th generation V-NAND technology, we can provide leading-edge differentiated values in high capacity, high performance and compact product dimensions, which together will contribute to our customers achieving better TCO results,” said Young-Hyun Jun, President of the Memory Business at Samsung Electronics. “We will continue to introduce more advanced V-NAND solutions and expand our flash business initiatives in maximizing an unbeatable combination of performance and value.”

Samsung’s 4^th Generation V-NAND stacks 30 percent more layers of cell-arrays than its predecessor

Samsung introduced its 4th generation, 64-layer triple-level-cell V-NAND flash memory that pushes the envelope of NAND scaling, performance and storage capacity. Stacking 64 layers of cell-arrays, the new V-NAND can increase its single-die density to an industry-leading 512Gb and its IO speed to 800Mbps, which further distinguishes Samsung’s technology leadership in three-dimensional NAND cell structure design and production. Starting in August 2013, Samsung has previously introduced three generations of “industry-first” V-NAND products with 24, 32 and 48-layer vertical cell-array stacking technologies.

Samsung plans to provide the world’s first 4^th generation V-NAND flash memory products in the fourth quarter of this year, which will help manufacturers to produce faster, more stylish and portable computing devices, while offering consumers a more responsive computing environment.

World largest capacity drive − 32TB SAS SSD − for enterprise storage systems

Samsung’s latest Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) SSD is the world largest single drive ever introduced to the industry based on 512-gigabit (Gb) V-NAND chips. A total of 512 V-NAND chips are stacked in 16 layers to form a 1-terabyte (TB) package and the 32-terabyte (TB) SSD contains 32 of those packages.

By adopting a new 4^th generation V-NAND design, the 32TB SAS SSD can reduce system space requirements up to 40 times compared with the same type of system using two racks of hard disk drives (HDDs). The 32TB SAS SSD will come in a 2-5-inch form factor and be produced in 2017. Samsung also expects that SSDs with more than 100TB of storage capacity will be available by 2020, thanks to continued refinement of V-NAND technology.

1TB memory in a single BGA package

The Samsung 1TB BGA SSD features an extremely compact, ball grid array (BGA) package design that contains all essential SSD components including triple-level-cell V-NAND flash chips, LPDDR4 mobile DRAM and a state-of-the-art Samsung controller.

It will deliver unprecedented performance, reading sequentially at 1,500MB/s and writing sequentially at 900MB/s. By reducing its size up to 50 percent compared to its predecessor, the SSD weighs only about one gram (less than half the weight of a U.S. dime), making it ideal for ultra-compact next generation notebooks, tablets and convertibles.

Next year, Samsung plans to launch its 1TB BGA SSD by adopting a high-density packaging technology called “FO-PLP (Fan-out Panel Level Packaging)” which Samsung Electronics developed with Samsung Electro-Mechanics.

New ‘Z- SSD’ breaks through performance limits of current NAND flash memory storage

Samsung has also developed a high performance, ultra-low latency SSD solution, the Z-SSD. Samsung’s Z-SSD shares the fundamental structure of V-NAND and has a unique circuit design and controller that can maximize performance, with four times faster latency and 1.6 times better sequential reading than the Samsung PM963 NVMe** SSD.

The Z-SSD will be used in systems that deal with extremely intensive real-time analysis as well as extending high performance to all types of workloads. It is expected to be released next year.

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Samsung Spreads the Olympic Spirit through Rio 2016 Olympic Games Pin Promotion

Fans Can Collect Up to 30 Specially-Designed Pins for a Chance to Win a Trip to Tokyo, Host City of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, and Other Samsung Prizes

Olympians are showcasing their athletic feats to the world throughout the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, but fans and consumers in Rio are competing in an entirely different type of activity: Olympic Pin collecting. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Worldwide Olympic Partner in the wireless communications equipment category, is offering fans the chance to celebrate the Olympic Spirit, add to their Olympic pin collections and win once-in-a-lifetime prizes through their Rio 2016 pin promotion.

Samsung is bringing a new level to the spectator sport of pin collecting at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games by offering fans the chance to gather up to 30 specially-designed Olympic Games pins. The brand’s unique pin promotion includes 22 Olympic Games sport-themed pins, as well as eight Rio de Janeiro themed pins and a Rio 2016 decorated pin board. One lucky fan who collects all 30 pins and the pin board will win a round-trip package for two to Tokyo, Host City of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Additional prizes include the Galaxy S7 edge Olympic Games Limited Edition, Gear IconX cord-free fitness earbuds, and other mobile accessories.

Fans can participate in the Samsung Pin promotion by visiting the Galaxy Studio in Olympic Park and completing a variety of interactive experiences, including:

·         Complete the full Galaxy S7 experience journey, which includes a 4D Virtual Reality experience, S7 + Run fitness challenge, S7 + beat music demo, and more for 1 pin

·         Test the water-resistant feature of the Galaxy S7 by using the device to catch fish in a “Digital Pond” for 1 pin

·         Visit the S7 Lounge for a hands-on product experience for 1 pin

·         After collecting 3 pins, fans will earn 1 pin board

·         Varying numbers of pins can also be acquired by purchasing Samsung products at the Galaxy Studio, including the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy A5 and A7, and other Galaxy products

In addition to the Galaxy Studio in Olympic Park, fans can take part in the pin promotion at several other Galaxy Studio locations throughout Rio, Sao Paulo, and other local cities in Brazil. Fans can also earn pins by participating in up to four missions that will be unlocked throughout the Olympic Games, and must be completed within a designated timeframe. The missions will range from sharing messages on social media to visiting local Samsung stores in local shopping malls.

For more information on the Samsung Pin promotion, please visit samsung.com.br/rio2016/pins, and to learn more about brand’s Rio 2016 Olympic Games initiatives, visit samsungmobilepress.com/olympics.

Huawei Y3 II & Y5 II shatter all records of High Sales in Pakistan

The Huawei consumer pool in Pakistan applauded the Huawei Y3 II & Y5 II enthusiastically and the products have been successfully recorded tremendous sales across the country. In a recent TVC released by Huawei, Adeel chaudhary and Mawra Hocane also expressed their attraction for the said smart phones. The TVC also involved in raising excitement among the youth for Huawei Y3 II and Huawei Y5 II. Both are the best mid range smart phones designed with superior touch of high technological innovations and esthetic taste. Huawei Y3 II & Y5 II endorsed by the large consumer market of Pakistan. Even the sales records undermined the expectations of Huawei itself. It is pertinent to note that Huawei has introduced these amazing and handy smart devices at the time it had already swayed the market with the most superior quality flagship smart phone, Huawei P9,following the most elegant and the most desired Huawei Mate 8 and  Honor 5X. Huawei further expecting remarkable growth in the current year and also Huawei have productively changed its goals into achievements so far.

Huawei has designed both the Y3 II & Y5 II into uni-bodied structure, prepared by the aircraft graded aluminum alloy. Metallic luster leaves a smooth and simple feel of beauty and exquisite craftiness. Huawei offers Y3 II & Y5 II in more than a single color; Obsidian Black, Arctic White, and Sand Gold and surely these are the most attractive colors for the newly introduced smart devices. Nevertheless, the choice of Huawei brand lovers will be superior and they will get all the three colors in the market.

Huawei Y3 II & Y5 II is a next step towards compact and slim smart phones. Huawei Y3 II has the thickness of 9.9mm as compared to Huawei Y5 II i.e. 8.9mm. Both the devices are also lined from the edges and the corners are rounded giving them perfectly exquisite look from each angle. The Huawei Y3 II & Y5 II body reflects the impression of streamlined design and it is incorporated with keeping finest tastes of esthetics in consideration. Huawei Y5 II weighs only 135g that is so light and delightful for the technology lovers, no doubt. However, the Huawei Y3 II has a weight of 150g, though more than the Y5II but overall both devices are perfectly designed with amazingly light weight. Overall, Huawei has designed all new Y3 II & Y5 II with such a finest touch that cannot be described in words, but it needs the users to hold the ultra modern product of high technological innovation and feel it by heart.

These elegant and ultra-modern technology bearing smart phones are available at the comparatively best prices of Rs. 9,799 and Rs. 13,499 respectively. Those who have not yet purchased their Huawei Y3 II & Y5 II must go for either one of these at their earliest. Because these are the best product to purchase in the market!

Financial Inclusion & Entrepreneurship to be tabled at SME Forum 2016 on August 23 in Karachi

The 10^th Pakistan SME Forum 2016 organized by SHAMROCK Conferences International will be held on August 23, 2016 at the Pearl-Continental Hotel, Karachi. The theme of the moot is “Facilitating SMEs Makes Economic Sense” and will feature the sector’s critical issues

The National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) and Entrepreneurship are two of the main sessions dedicated to discussing the impact of these interventions on the SME sector in Pakistan. The SME sector promises robust economic growth by enabling the people to generate a healthy income for their ventures and fresh revenue streams for the country.

Additionally, the draft of the Geographical Indications Protection Law (GI) presented recently to the key stakeholders by the Intellectual Property Organization (IPO) will also come under discussion and debate at the SME Forum 2016.

Organized with the participation of the State Bank of Pakistan, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) of the Ministry of Industries, the Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME), Sindh Board of Investment and key stakeholders, the SME Forum 2016 will be addressing the sector’s vital issues taken up by the federal government. 

The topics to be covered in the 10^th Pakistan SME Forum 2016 will include among others, capacity building of the primary sector, cottage industries at grass roots levels, banking, leasing, insurance and logistics facilities and technology advancements. Promotion of modern systems of farming, cultivation, irrigation and harvesting will also be debated.

UBL and Mastercard Pakistan Launches Masterpass feature for its UBL Customers

On the occasion of 14^th August, activation was held at Ocean Mall Karachi by Borgata Company, for their clients UBL and MasterCard Pakistan.

This was the launch of Masterpass QR Code, for the first time in Pakistan with collaboration with UBL. Masterpass QR is a new initiative for secure and instant transactions. Through UBL Omni application, customers now can scan a QR code at their preferred outlet for making payments, instead of using credit/debit card or cash.

The activation was interactive information based campaign to educate and assist customers, as to how they can avail Masterpass QR code facilities. UBL representatives were present at the activation booth to help customers open their UBL Omni accounts by following simple steps of CNIC and biometric verifications, followed by activation of their UBL Omni application and account through UBL Customer Service helpline. 

The activation was conducted on the 13^th and 14^th of august and I Phone 6 were given out, courtesy of Mastercard Pakistan, through digitally monitored lucky draws. Both days the activity was hosted by actor/ RJ/ Host Khalid Malik and each day 5/6 I Phones were presented to people who had opened their UBL Omni Accounts and done successful minimal transactions through Masterpass QR Code.

PNSC seeks new ventures in Marine-fuel Bunkering in Pakistan

Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) organized an interactive workshop in Karachi, to attract investments and find solutions wisdom-sharing with numerous international experts of the Marine-fuel Bunkering industry.

The Chairman PNSC, Arif Elahi gave an inspirational key-note speech, expressing PNSC’s interest in Bunkering ventures, as he highlighted the vast potential and robust developments that promise great business opportunities for investors in this arena. With the establishment of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Pakistan is heading towards major growth in its shipping and energy industries.

The pioneering event was attended by many leading experts, professionals and stakeholders of the Bunkering industry from Pakistan, Middle East and the United Kingdom, including; the Manager Sales of World Fuel Services London, Maximillian Canegie-Jones; Global Operations Manager of Lloyds Register Fuel Oil Advisory Services of UK, Naeem Javed; General Manager of Rais Hassan Saadi Group of Dubai, Mujahid Hassan; and senior official of Dan Bunkering Dubai, Adil Qayyum.

Among other notable delegates were; Director of Marine Fleet Management Singapore, Ahmed Pervaiz; Head of Bunkering PNSC, Saad Masood, and the Commercial Manager of Pakistan Refinery Ltd, Sami ur Rehman, along with senior level representation of major financial institutions like Standard Chartered Bank, Mr. Adil Salahuddin, Head of Financial Markets.

The Executive Director (SM) Fleet of PNSC, Tariq Majeed, who was the Moderator of the workshop, and other senior executives from PNSC highlighted the regulatory incentives, tax-relief and support provided by the Pakistan government to promote the establishment of Bunkers, which play an important role in fueling the shipping operations and global cargo vessels, coming to the various sea-ports in Pakistan.

Over the years, PNSC has shown outstanding performance in its global shipping operations, earning nearly Rs.2 Billion in annual profits. It has raised its capacity to carry 700,000 tons of dead-weight annually, while it safely and successfully carries 90% of Pakistan’s oil imports. It is now planning to create partnerships with the bunkering enterprises, Oil-refineries, financial institutions and traders of marine-fuel, with willingness to invest in new machinery, cranes and dredgers, for strengthening the infrastructure at the sea-ports of Pakistan

The experts held insightful discussions on the various challenges and opportunities in this essential sector. With more than 4000 international vessels docking on the ports in Pakistan, there is a need to develop more efficient facilities and oil-testing labs to ensure quality and save the unnecessary expenditure incurred by the ships arriving in Pakistan. 70% of the costs in shipping operations go into the fueling of vessels

As the demand for Marine fuel increases in Pakistan, global investors can find great opportunities in bunkering ventures in Pakistan by creating synergies with the local entrepreneurs, to create higher standards of quality and efficiencies. With the sharp reduction and volatility in global oil prices, this whole industry needs to work in cohesion to minimize their risks, optimize growth and meet the emerging challenges. 

Samsung begins Galaxy NOTE-7 Pre-booking in Pakistan along with a FREE ‘Gear-VR’ gif

Samsung has begun the pre-booking of its powerful new smartphone – the Galaxy NOTE 7 in Pakistan. For each confirmed booking of this device, the buyer will get a Free ‘Samsung Gear VR’ gift. The Pre booking facility is available on selected SES outlets of Samsung and also available online at ‘Daraz.pk’. This special promotional offer starting from 18 August 2016.

The retail price of the powerful Galaxy NOTE 7 in Pakistan has been fixed at Rs.93,500/-. The customers can simply visit any one of the selected SES stores located all across Pakistan, or visit ‘Daraz.pk’ online, to pre-book the device. They will need to fill their basic data in a Pre-booking form, and submit the form along with Rs.5000/- as deposit. A few days later, the customers will be called in by Samsung to come to the pre-booking shop and collect their new NOTE 7 device along with a Free Samsung Gear VR gift.

The NOTE-7 has a 5.7 inch 2.5D, Super AMOLED, curved display, featuring QHD resolution and Gorilla Glass. For the first time in a smartphone this display supports HDR. The Note7 is enriched  with an integrated ‘iris scanner’. It has a ‘Knox’ feature for securing files. The trusty ‘fingerprint scanner’ ensures added security, while this device can also be used for making secured online payments. It has a 12 MP dual-pixel primary camera with LED, OIS and features like; 4K video and slo-mo HD. The secondary camera is a 5MP, f/1.7, HDR.

The NOTE 7 is a graceful powerhouse that runs on an Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow with Touchwiz. There is an option to get a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 or an Exynos 8890 (Quad-core) chipset. It has a 4GB RAM and 32 or 64GB, UFS 2.0 storage, along with a microSD card. The Note 7 is water-proof and dust-resistant (IP68 certified), to give extra peace of mind to the adventurous consumers. Even the S-Pen is waterproof and supports underwater writing.

It has a complimentary new stylus - that emulates a ballpoint-like experience with a smaller 0.7mm tip and is more sensitive than ever. It can be used to translate words, create GIFs or zoom while hovering. The device runs on a 3500 mAh, non-removable, fast-charging battery.

EcoStar’s new water-dispensers with aesthetics, reliability & energy-efficiency

In order to provide the consumers with a healthy, attractive and reliable source of cold drinking water during the hot summer months, EcoStar - the leading brand of electronics and innovative technologies has launched a new range of water-dispensers, which is aesthetically enhanced and enriched with a Refrigerator-Cabinet capacity of 16 liters. Boasting special features to suit the Pakistan market, these new product offer unmatched energy-efficiency and reliability. The models included in new product range WD-350F that features a glass-door too. The products are initially available in attractive silver-Grey and Champaign colors with the price tag of Rs.12,900 .   

EcoStar has designed this modern and affordable lifestyle solution, to instantly provide clean and healthy, hot and cold drinking water, at homes and in offices. EcoStar water-dispensers come with a one year ‘Compressor & Parts’ warranty. Other salient features of these high-quality products include; compressor-cooling, slim designs, Overheat Protection, LED Indicators and silent operation along with Eco-Friendly technology.

The Head of Marketing of EcoStar stated that; “It is our pleasure to introduce an increasingly attractive range of reliable and efficient electronic products in Pakistan, including the EcoStar water-dispensers, which promise a healthy and comfortable lifestyle for the consumers, especially during the hot summer months in the country.

EcoStar is a nationwide brand of electronics that reflects technological excellence. EcoStar ensures nationwide availability of its products, along with prompt after-sales support, unmatched services and solutions, through an extensive network of outlets.

ETIHAD AIRWAYS BRIDGES ABU DHABI WITH VENICE

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will expand its services to Italy with a daily flight to Venice Marco Polo Airport.

The new service will begin from 30 October 2016 and be served by an Airbus A319, offering 16 seats in Business and 90 in Economy. Together with Alitalia, its codeshare and equity partner, Etihad Airways will offer 35 weekly flights in and out of Italy, including double daily services to Rome and Milan.

Etihad’s Venice flight will offer convenient travel times for guests travelling between the UAE and the Italian city. In addition, the new service will offer seamless connections through Abu Dhabi’s hub to the popular Australia routes of Sydney and Melbourne, as well as key destinations in the GCC, Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Northeast Asia.

Venice, renowned for its picturesque bridges and canals, is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, while Italy is the world’s 5^th most visited country - with over 50 million international arrivals in 2015, according to the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).

Etihad Airways started flights to Milan in 2007 before Rome was added to the network in 2014, contributing to a strong trade relationship between the United Arab Emirates and Italy. Bilateral trade was valued at USD 6.14 billion in 2015 and the UAE Ministry of Economy has registered more than 90 Italian companies.

Kevin Knight, Etihad Airways’ Chief Strategy and Planning Officer, said: “Launching our service to Venice further supports a very popular passenger route between Italy, our Abu Dhabi hub and onwards throughout Etihad Airways’ growing network, as far afield as Australia. Together with our codeshare and equity partner Alitalia, we are also strengthening the significant trade relationship between Italy and the UAE.”

Alitalia currently operates the Venice to Abu Dhabi route in code share with Etihad Airways and has decided to redeploy its aircraft on its international network from the 2016 winter schedule. Alitalia will codeshare on the new Etihad flight, maintaining access to Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways' global network for its Venice-based customers.

Etihad Airways’ schedule for Venice Marco Polo flights, effective 30 October 2016:

Flight No.	Origin	Departs	Destination	Arrives	Frequency	Aircraft
EY79	Abu Dhabi (AUH)	0230	Venice Marco Polo (VCE)	0640	Daily	A319
EY80	Venice Marco Polo (VCE)	1055	Abu Dhabi (AUH)	1955	Daily	A319

Note: All departures and arrivals are listed in local time.