Huawei P8 Max Offers Exclusive Design, Unique Features with Long Lasting Battery

Huawei designed P8 Max after consistent brain storming at its aesthetic research center in Paris and delivered and ultimately beautiful and full metal body smart phone. P8 Max, with the large design, attractive appearance and unique features have certainly got the attention of the smart phone experts as an amazingly designed and feature rich smart phone.

Huawei P8 Max is a smart phone which carries outstanding commercial apps such as Wireless Projector, GPS, Bluetooth Printing and many more. These apps are suitable for better and convenient handling of emails and office tasks. P8 Max has been manufactured to deliver seamless performance for long hours, with the help of its head heat dissipation solution technology, which avoids the overheating of the smart phone during the use of large video games and recreational apps.

The heavy powered battery, i.e. 4360 mAh of P8 Max gives it a long lasting life and gives its users high standards of safe performance with extended use on a single charge. Even while those activities which consume the major battery power like streaming HD movies or 4G surfing, this giant battery ensures unbroken connectivity. Huawei has manufactured every feature of P8 Max to facilitate battery life, including the smart phone’s hardware with lower power dissipation and software with incorporated power saving.

PTCL Introduces ‘Limitless Packages’ for CharJi and EVO Customers

As we reported before, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) today officially announced the availability of new packages for its new and existing CharJi and EVO 9.3 customers through ‘EVO Limitless Packages’.

Through this new offer, PTCL customers can experience high-speed wireless broadband connectivity at even more affordable rates with higher data volumes. Customers can avail this offer by purchasing or upgrading to CharJi EVO or EVO Wingle 9.3 devices before 31st October 2015.

The new low-cost, high-speed packages offer a range of options starting from as low as Rs. 1,000 with 15 GB limit, while catering to heavy data users with new unlimited packages for only Rs. 2,000 per month. The discounted packages are valid for a period of 6 months from the time of purchase.

PTCL CharJi is Pakistan’s fastest wireless broadband service providing speed upto 36Mbps. The service is an extension of EVO range of services which are available in more than 250 cities nationwide.

Note:

• *Fair Usage Policy of 300 GB applies.
• Additional usage at Rs. 0.15/MB & Rs. 100/GB on EVO 9.3 prepay & postpay respectively.
• Additional 5 GB volume bucket for Rs. 500 on CharJi EVO.
• Monthly line-rents are inclusive of all taxes

Business Rules:

• Standard device prices apply.
• Existing subscribers are allowed to switch to these packages.
• One time package conversion charges of Rs. 500 apply for existing subscribers switching to EVO 9.3 15 GB package only.
• The discounted packages are valid for purchases of CharJi EVO and EVO 9.3 made before the 31st of October, 2015.
• Monthly line-rents are inclusive of all taxes including WHT.
• Packages tariffs are valid for 6 months.
• New data limits will be applicable after six months

Micro-savings cross PKR 50 billion, PMN reports

Micro-savings crossed PKR 50 billion in second quarter of 2015 according to latest figures published in a quarterly bulletin – MicroWatch released by the Pakistan Microfinance Network (PMN) - an association of Microfinance providers in Pakistan.

Micro-savings witnessed an impressive growth of 21.26 percent as compared to Q1 of 2015. The number of savers has also increased to 13.15 million in the corresponding time period. Tameer Bank (TMFB) and Khushhali Bank (KBL) were the largest contributors in terms of value of savings, adding deposits worth of PKR 2.6 billion and PKR 2.5 billion respectively. TMFB remains the largest providers of micro-savings with a deposit base of PKR 15.88 billion and 7.77 million savers.

Micro-credit also exhibited a positive trend in the second quarter of 2015 – active borrowers grew by 5.6 percent from 3.2 million borrowers to 3.5 million borrowers, whereas, the gross loan portfolio (GLP) posted growth of 9.8 percent to close at PKR 81 billion. During the quarter, Akhuwat was the largest contributor in terms of active borrowers by financing 50,000 new clients – primarily in the agriculture and services sector. NRSP continues to remain the largest players in terms of outreach with 589 thousand active borrowers and KB is the largest players in terms of GLP with a portfolio of PKR 14.88 billion.

In terms of micro-insurance, the number of policy holders grew marginally by 2.2 percent, whereas, the total sum insured increased by 11 percent in the current quarter. The penetration rate of the sector has increased from 12.1% to 12.8% due to an increase in overall outreach. Geographically, the number of districts has increased from 96 to 98. Moreover, the total number of branches has increased by 141.

Oppo to Launch R7 in Pakistan

Successor to the R5, it boasts an ultra slim, metallic body with super narrow bezels. R7 is also equipped with VOOC Charge feature in which 5 minutes of charging is enough to support a 2-hour long call.

The R7 has a 13-megapixel camera at the back and an 8-megapixel front camera. On the software side, it’s equipped with a Pure Image 2.0+ image processor. This will allow users to create images with resolutions up to 50-megapixels as well as letting them play around with a myriad of other features such as Super-Macro, Beautify, etc. hassle free.

The rear camera employs ISOCELL CMOS sensor technology to reduce inter-pixel crosstalk, capture more photons and to deliver finer details in both dark and lightened parts of pictures. Considering the rise of Selfie culture, the front 8-megapixel camera is matched with OPPO’s “Beautify” feature which allows users to take selfies that look great.

The OPPO R7 also is introducing an innovative camera enhancement named “Flash Shot” which will boost speed, accuracy, and stability. Flash Shot has two primary functions, “Dual-drive Hybrid Focus System” and “Anti-Shake Optimization”. The mixture of these lets the OPPO R7’s camera to have focus times as low as 0.1s as well as making it 30% faster to initiate than any other comparable smartphone in the market.

Availability and Pricing:

Oppo is planning a launch ceremony for the R7 during the second week of September. The phone is expected to cost between Rs 37,000 and Rs 40,000 with the exact price being announced at the ceremony.

It’s safe to say that Oppo is facing a make or break moment in Pakistan. We’ve previously talked about their current standing in the market and with the R7, the company is looking to reverse the downwards trend it has been seeing. To achieve that, however, they will need to price the R7 very competitively.

PAKISTANI FILMAKER LAUNCHES PLATFORM TO TEACH SCREENPLAY WRITING

QALAMBAAZ, Pakistan's first professional development program for screenplay writing produced by Parveen Shah Productions and helmed by the renowned Pakistani filmmaker Iram Parveen Bilal, force behind the films Josh & THE PHD MOVIE, is all set for its nationwide launch on Monday, Aug 24, 2015.

With the goal of taking an idea to screen play within the period of six months, Qalambaaz was started off in 2014 on a small scale by Bilal – where 6 aspiring writers were paired off with Afia Nathaniel, Sumit Roy, Amit Kumar, Sameer Gardezi, Zak Shaikh and Musa Syeed, internationally recognized TV and film writers, to hone their screenplay & script-writing skills.

At the culmination of the six months, Qalambaaz went a step further to teach writer’s the value and art of pitching and selling their screenplays and got to pitch to industry stalwarts, with a “trial by fire” panel comprising of Nadeem Mandviwalla, Wajahat Rauf, Iram Parveen Bilal and Faisal Kapadia.

“Qalambaaz is something of a dream, born out of my desire as a writer to provide a platform for other writers in the wake of the revival of Pakistani cinema,” remarks Iram Parveen Bilal. “I now wish to see it develop further as THE platform for aspiring screenwriters across Pakistan.”

Talking about her experience launching Qalambaaz in 2014, Bilal said “It was extremely fulfilling to see people who were just talking about their ideas they wanted to make, just eight months ago, actually having completed scripts now and to see the growth and the visualization of a possible, yet challenging journey, to translate those scripts into awe-inspiring films.”


Registrations for Qalambaaz open on from Monday, August 24, 2015. Application details to be announced on www.facebook.com/qalambaaz.

FASHION INTERRUPTED AN ALTERNATIVE FASHION EVENT IN PAKISTAN TO BE HELD IN 2016

CKO EVENT ARCHITECTURE, one of the leading event companies in Pakistan, in early 2016 will be showcasing FASHION INTERRUPTED - a 3-day extravaganza that aims to place Pakistani Fashion on the global map – by engaging new generation of fashion designers to develop ingenious ways of expressing themselves taking inspiration from art, design, architecture and fashion.

FASHION INTERRUPTED aims to be the definitive fashion platform from Pakistan – a fashion movement that highlights strengths, inspires and nurtures industry growth and its wealth of talent, while challenging the conventional ways of thinking about fashion design, revealing the potential that can be gained from merging creative disciplines.

“Our objective is to break the boundaries of fashion design, to recognize and bring young Pakistani designers and other fashion professionals onto an international platform and ideally launch Pakistani talent on a global scale.” Sara Chapra, one of the founders of CKO, says about FASHION INTERRUPTED.

“With FASHION INTERRUPTED, we would like to stamp Pakistan’s existence on the international fashion scene and provide growth opportunities for upcoming designers and young talent by seeking collaborations/partnerships and assistance of global players and influencers.” Chapra further explains.

“The main objective is to help a young designer to realize his/her dream and creating a platform or space where dreams come true.” adds Sara Chapra


For FASHION INTERRUPTED, CKO is partnering with The PinkTree Company by Mohsin Sayeed, with public relations for the event will be provided by Walnut Communications. 

Pakistan’s First Personal Tracking Solution launched by TPL Trakker Today

TPL Trakker, a venture of TPL Holdings, has announced the launch of its first personal tracking product ‘Personal Trakking (PT)’ powered by Imhere, across Pakistan – which is a range of personal monitoring devices designed to assist you with tracking updates of your loved ones, your network or as an individual, in case of an emergency.

PT is the smartest Personal Trakking device available in Pakistan. It can fit in a pocket, bag or be used as a keychain, making it not only easy to wear but also discreet to operate.

A smart locator, built-in with an Emergency Alert: SOS button and real-time location updates using maps, gives peace of mind knowing where your loved ones are. Users can set up Safe Zones; generating alerts to know if anyone has entered or left a specific area as well as get Speed alerts ensuring your cars / drivers are not over speeding with those you care for most.

Speaking to the media at the launch press conference for PT, Mr. Ali Jameel, CEO, TPL Trakker Ltd stated that “TPL is extremely excited to bring PT into the lives of the people of Pakistan for the first time– with this state-of-the-art product in your life, you can be assured of your loved one’s track and your work force’s competency.”

"PT covers dozens of applications keeping our users and their needs in mind, and TPL’s new upcoming products will broaden consumer demand even further." Mr. Jameel further added.

Commenting on the new solution, Mr. Jameel Yousuf, Chairman, TPL Trakker Ltd said: "Everyone should be able to live their lives feeling safe with no exceptions. Those equipped with TPL’s PT device will have the peace of mind that is every human’s basic right”.

PT products are supplied as a complete package with an accompanying Mobile App, SIM card and full user training. It is ideal for everyone - families, business networks, individuals!