Witness the Global Launch Event of the world’s first “Intelligent Machine” - Huawei Mate 10

HUAWEI Consumer Business Group, a brand known for putting quality at the forefront of their product development, is now launching its most innovative device of this year – HUAWEI Mate 10. The revolutionary device HUAWEI Mate 10 is going to be launched at Munich, Germany and will be live to watch at 5 PMOctober 16, 2017 Pakistan time.

Huawei is inviting everyone to be a part of unveiling this amazing “Intelligent Machine” by visiting:

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Described as the ‘the real AI phone’, the Mate 10 is a game-changing device, which “sees”, “thinks” and “learns” with built-in AI, maximizing the user’s productivity by closely following patterns and habits, intuitively offering help and support to become a legit “intelligent machine”

The good news for Pakistan is this “intelligent machine” will be available in November.

Huawei is committed to developing smart devices into intelligent devices by building end-to-end capabilities that support coordinated development of chips, devices, and the cloud. The ultimate goal is to provide a significantly better user experience.

Mobile AI: The New Reality of Mobile Intelligence

Intelligent smartphones are no longer simply something to look forward to in the future. As Huawei unveils the Kirin 970, the new smartphoneSoC(system on chip)which combines an 8-core CPU, a new generation 12-core GPU, and a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) to power AI computing, a significantly better user experience in now an imminent reality.As we sit on the cusp of an exciting new era of smartphones, the result is a device that can understand and predict the needs of their users, providing them with relevant information and services based on that understanding.

Huawei’sNPU, embedded in the Kirin970 chipset, will focus on artificial intelligence tasks linked to the cloud and on the device for real-time calculations from end to end. By utilizing the benefits for both Cloud-AI and On-Device AI, Huawei will deliver truly personalized and readily accessible services on the HUAWEI Mate 10 device. 

The benefits of the Kirin 970 NPU (on-device AI) are multifold and are set to change the trajectory of smartphone technology for years to come. The soon-to-be-released HUAWEI Mate 10will function at a much higher speed with faster responses because it is no longer necessary to upload data from the device into the cloud, then do the computing, and then send it back into the device. The NPU also makes the device more secure with higher user privacy as the computing is done on a local device, which means there is no need to upload data into the server. The power and batter consumption of the NPU are also much lower compared to cloud-based AI which featured a big calculating system, ensuring a far more reliability and efficiency for users of the latest Mate series device.

Most importantly, the performance of the Kirin 970 NPU is unparalleled with 25 times that of a CPU (Central Processing Unit) and with 50 times the efficiency of a CPU. In a benchmark image recognition test, the NPU allows the Kirin 970 to process 2,000 images per minute, considerably more than other chips with similar capabilities.

The NPU in the HUAWEI Mate 10 will take smartphone photography to the next levelallowingthe smartphone to truly know and understand their users, supporting real-time image recognition, voice interaction and intelligent photography with ease. For example, the beautiful artistic effects in the Prisma app take time to create on the app, but are possible in real time through the camera with the NPU. Additionally, the image recognition will understand what’s in front of the camera, and adjust settings and modes automatically.

The NPU will also promote development of innovative apps that use On-Device AI.New developments in AI require joint effort across the entire value chain, involving tens of millions of developers, and the experience and feedback of hundreds of millions of users. 

Huawei is positioning the Kirin 970 as an open platform for mobile AI, opening up the chipset to developers and partners who can find new and innovative uses for its processing capabilities The AI powered flagship HUAWEI Mate 10, set to hit the market this fall, is expected to make a giant leap in smartphone technology by providing more comprehensive mobile intelligence through Mobile AI.

Decisive Moment for Pakistan’s Businesses to Adopt Big Data and Internet of Things

Digital Transformation is Leading Topic for Pakistan Leaders at GITEX

This is the decisive moment for Pakistan’s organizations to adopt Big Data and Internet of Things solutions to drive business and economic competitiveness, one of the world’s leading digital transformation enablers, SAP, announced today at GITEX Technology Week in Dubai.

GITEX is one of the world’s largest technology events, with over 100,000 visitors and 4,000 exhibitors – including Pakistan’s leading business executives, technology futurists, and startup entrepreneurs.

The biggest topic of discussion here is the urgency facing global organizations in embracing digital transformation. Every industry vertical is looking to embrace emerging technological innovations such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, machine learning, and the Internet of Things.

Digital leaders expect 23 percent more growth by 2019, and already have 85 percent of market share and 80 percent of profitability versus competitors. However, while 84 percent of organizations say that digital transformation is critical, only 3 percent have completed digital transformation, according to the new SAP and Oxford Economics Digital Transformation Executive Study.

“Pakistan’s digital leaders already have a head start in the constantly-evolving Digital Economy. This is the decisive moment for all of Pakistan’s organizations to undergo digital transformation, and harness the power of Big Data and analytics, Internet of Things, and digital skills. Pakistan’s CIOs need to treat digital transformation as an all-encompassing and knowledge-sharing business imperative to disrupt the competitive landscape, said Gergi Abboud, Managing Director, Gulf, North Africa, Pakistan, and Levant at the digital transformation enabler SAP.

Across the wider Middle East and North Africa, more than three-quarters of digital-leading organizations will invest in Big Data and Internet of Things in 2018. The Internet of Things has the highest current investment, at 76 percent, though it will be supplanted by Big Data and analytics in 2018, with 82 percent, according to the survey. The majority (58 percent) of digital leaders add that digital skills investment is the most important profit growth driver in 2018.

Internet of Things and Smart CitiesTransform Daily Lives

Pakistan’s digital-leading organizations have gotten off to a head start by investing in innovative products and services – especially the “Big 3” of Big Data and analytics, cloud, and Internet of Things.

“At GITEX, SAP is enabling Pakistan’s organizations to adopt emerging Internet of Things innovations to transform daily lives and key sectors such as mega-events, aviation, real estate, and hospitality. Collaboration between the public and private sector will exchange best practices and enable Pakistan’s to embrace innovations to drive business competitiveness and support economic growth,” said Saquib Ahmad, Country Manager, SAP Pakistan.

Visitors from Pakistan are experiencing the future of Internet of Things technology:

In mega-events, the SAP “Smart Hajj” concept can significantly enhance the journey experience for millions of pilgrims. Organizers can use real-time analytics based on monitoring bracelets, bus GPS locations, and video and environmental data to ensure pilgrims have a seamless end-to-end experience, from the airport to the Holy Sites. The technology can enable organizers to optimize transport, immigration and digital payment processes, while simultaneously promoting crowd safety.

In Smart Cities, governments can harness the power of spatial innovations -- satellites in the sky and sensors on the ground -- to better manage urban life. Industry experts agree that “running live” is vital.

“Live Airport” solutions can help plan trips, enhance security, personalize shopping. “Live Real Estate”, powered by blockchain, can enhance the tenancy process from the building survey, through contract leasing and building management. “Live Hospitality” solutions can deliver a seamless end-to-end visitor experience, including targeted marketing, virtual tours, and business dashboards.

2017 Pakistan Huawei ICT skills competition- Successful completion of university roadshows

Huawei ICT skills competition, launched in collaboration with Higher Education Commission Pakistan, which aims to cultivate talents, build ICT talent ecological system in Pakistan. The applicants are more than 7000 university students from all provinces in Pakistan, workshops were successfully held at more than 20 universities all over the country.

The visited higher education institutions include University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences, National University of Science and Technology Islamabad, Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute, COMSATS Islamabad, University of Engineering and Technology Taxila, NED Karachi, IBA Sukkar, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Jamshoro, University of Gujrat, BUITEMS Quetta, Dawood University of Engineering and Technology Karachi, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, about are Huawei Authorized Information and Network Academies. Lahore Garrison University, University of Lahore, University of Management and Technology Lahore and the HALP Corvit Lahore in four consecutive weeks Their management teams, teachers and students to attend the competition roadshow. The enthusiasm of the students at the scene ran unprecedentedly high.

Huawei Representative enterprise department also shared the latest Huawei ICT technology in safe city, big data, cloud computing, IOT, and let the students to understand and answer their questions.

The preliminary test, shall be conducted online on Huawei e-Learning platform on the 16-17 October 2017. Nearly 7000 students are expected to take part in the test. Out of these participating students the top 150 candidates shall be selected for the Regional final. The top 50 students from the second round will compete in the National final out of which the top 6 winners will visit Huawei HQ to take part in the International final(free of cost for their flight and accommodations). The best students will also win a chance to qualify for Huawei internship program and recruitment drive. The National and Regional qualifiers from the North , South and Center region shall win exciting prizes including Huawei devices and free certification opportunities. 

We hope that under the common concern in all walks of life, this competition can be successfully held. We also wish the students who participated in the Pakistan competition to get good results in the international competition.

FFC and Hashoo Group sign MoU for sustainable development

Official non-profit organization of FFC, Sona Welfare Foundation has signed an MoU with Hashoo Foundation to play role in achieving global sustainable development goals.

 Mou has been signed by Chief Operating Officer of Sona Welfare Foundation Brig Abid Mahmud (Retd) and Country Director for Hashoo Foundation, Ms Ayesha Khan.  The aim of this MoU is the wellbeing, empowerment and patronage of underserved segments of the country.

 Chief Operating Officer, SWF Brig Abid Mahmud (Retd) said the MOU is a significant step collectively towards social responsibility and sustainable progress. 

 While commenting on the MoU, Ms Ayesha Khan, said that the commitment does not end with individual and community development but that’s where we begin to support the government to achieve Sustainable Development goals.

Enjoy the Ultimate TV Innovation with incredible QLED Value -Added Offerings

Samsung ElectronicsPakistantoday announced the Samsung QLED TV Days Campaign across the country. The campaign will offer incredible value addedpackages that give consumers the opportunity to own the completeSamsung QLED TVlineup. 

“At Samsung, we strive to provide our consumer with the most advanced TV technology that will  deliver unrivaled viewing experiences and cutting-edge designs that complement their everyday lives. We are offering our consumers the best TV viewing experience with our new QLED TV Days Campaign, “ saidMr. Y J Kim, President Samsung Electronics Pakistan. “With state-of-the-art picture quality, design and smart features, our QLED TV lineup not only offers 100 percentcolour volume, it also features Burn-In Free technology for a longer life span. It is truly ushering in a new era ofTV innovation.”

Innovation and technological advancements in the space is redefining the notion of the ultimate TV experience. The all-new QLED TV has three distinctive features – Q Picture, Q Style and Q Smart – that addresses consumer requirements when it comes to their TV consideration.

Q Picture offers the perfect combination of light and color, taking quantum dot technology to the next level with advancements in light efficiency, stability and a wider color spectrum. The QLED TV can express accurate color and achieves a 100 percent color volume – the highest on the market today, earning accreditation by VerbandDeutscherElektrotechniker (VDE), one of Europe’s largest technical-scientific associations.

Image retention is a phenomenon that occurs when a static image gets imprinted on a TV screen after being displayed for an extended period. When this imprint becomes permanent, it is then referred to as “burn-in”. Image retention is not an issue for QLED TVs, Quantum Dot is pushing technology boundaries to meet the new Ultra HD Premium standards which certify for the very best UHD picture quality experience and meet Hollywood mastering levels of 1500nit brightness.

Elevating the home entertainment experience, the Q Smart featurehas been expanded to offer an even more intuitive and unified experience, directly via the QLED TV. The enhanced Samsung One Remote Control now supports more devices and offers voice control capabilities across more Smart TV features. Paired with the latest Smart View App – available on Android or iOS mobile devices – users will enjoy their personalized Smart Hub.

This year, Samsung introduced Q Design; the moden design elements that can fit into any home – regardless of the interior aesthetics or setup. The all-new Invisible Connection cable helps manage unsightly cords and clutter with a refined, single cord system.Samsung has also introduced the No Gap Wall-mount which brings the TV flush against the wall, closer than ever before.

During the Samsung QLED TV Days, consumers will be able to take advantage of exceptional value offering of Second TV FREE, that enhances the QLED TV experience. The campaign will last till31^st Octoberat selected e-retailers and retailers nationwide. 

EcoStar States Suitable Height for Screen Wall Mounting

After getting LED TV buyers seek major problem of wall mounting. Mostly the real confusion in mind is what should be the most comfortable height of mounting LED.

EcoStar aims to provide helpful information and step by step guidelines to its consumers.

EcoStar states solution to the problem which is being faced by its consumers. EcoStar LED TVs are available in multiple numbers of sizes so the ideal mounting height varies with size of LED. Anyhow there is a simple method that can be practiced to determine this measurement.

Issue of Mounting LED can be resolved by adopting a simple method. Tip for spacing between LED TV and ground level is that, as generalized positioning is LED’s center should be aligned with eye level. But there is a standardized limit that Distance from ground to Center of LED should be between 24 inches to 42 inches as viewers comfort zone varies with height of viewer. This measurement is subjected for ideal distance just to enjoy the real feel and getting better viewing experience.

 After getting LED TV buyers seek major problem of wall mounting. Mostly the real confusion in mind is what should be the most comfortable height of mounting LED.

EcoStar aims to provide helpful information and step by step guidelines to its consumers.

EcoStar states solution to the problem which is being faced by its consumers. EcoStar LED TVs are available in multiple numbers of sizes so the ideal mounting height varies with size of LED. Anyhow there is a simple method that can be practiced to determine this measurement.

Issue of Mounting LED can be resolved by adopting a simple method. Tip for spacing between LED TV and ground level is that, as generalized positioning is LED’s center should be aligned with eye level. But there is a standardized limit that Distance from ground to Center of LED should be between 24 inches to 42 inches as viewers comfort zone varies with height of viewer. This measurement is subjected for ideal distance just to enjoy the real feel and getting better viewing experience.