Wednesday, 7 March 2018

EcoStar introduces High-End 75’’ 4K UHD LED TV


EcoStar being a leading producer of innovative LED and Smart Televisions has recently launched its 75’’ bigger 4K UHD LED.  Offering a wide range of exciting features and spectacular picture quality the prices of EcoStar LED Televisions are also very competitive, so the consumers get the greatest ‘Value-for-Money’ as the 75’’ art piece is just worth Rs. 259,000/-. Whereas, EcoStar is also providing free QWERTY air mouse with LED so buyer can save up to Rs. 7,000/-.

EcoStar also offers an exclusive deal of Free Sound Bar for customer getting new 75’’ LED from EcoStar owned display centers so you can enjoy genuinely theatre and cinematic sound enveloping you.

EcoStar LED TVs exhibit excellent image quality, with deep black levels, accurate color, solid video processing and best-in-class high dynamic range performance. Best adaption Resolution (3840*2160) makes an unmatched picture quality.

75’’ wider screen creates desire of being drawn into image more deeply with high class colors and contrast resulting into terrifically amazing picture.
Elegant Design, whole slimmed smart Television is completely suitable for creating an amazing home theatre at your home.



75UD921 is an ultimate zone of pure entertainment with smart android and there is no border line between live TV, videogames and social networking. Now enjoy your web browsing, Facebook, Skype calling, YouTube and many other applications on your TV

EcoStar LED TV is built with fast motion processing that aids in providing excellent picture quality with bright, high-contrast, colorful images for both standard and HDR-encoded content. Motion processing feature is supported by motion engine ensures that clarity of picture remains smooth and natural regardless of the fast paces of actions.





Tuesday, 6 March 2018

Cheetay celebrates 2 years of providing services with easy and convenient payment solutions



Cheetay Logistics (Pvt.) Ltd. has reached a momentous milestone as the company celebrates 2 years of providing immaculate logistics services with pragmatic payment solutions to the masses. Staring off with food delivery, the company has expanded and diversified its business operations by making a foray in other realms of e-Commerce.

  • Cheetay.pk recently launched a new business category called “The Cheetay Tiffin” which provides instant home cooked meals to anyone at home or at work who needs the goodness of a home cooked meal.
  • They launched a new vertical called “Cheetay Healthcare” which provides the masses with OTC medication (over the counter) which can be attained without a doctor’s prescription, on an instant basis from their website.
  • Having recently launched Cheetay Healthcare they are on their way to launching Cheetay Books to make sure people get access to a vast array of books, academic books and stationary items that people need urgently.
They recognise the need for instant gratification, not only for food delivery but a host of other products and household items as well. Identifying the interminable need for instant logistics services, they have spearheaded into business categories which focus on convenience.

Ahmed Khan, CEO of cheetay.pk reflected on the 2nd anniversary by saying “We have come a long way from where we started off but this is just the beginning for us. We are aiming to be the biggest e-Commerce player in the country by capitalising on the underlying logistics platform which can serve many different business verticals. The idea is to tag on one vertical after another, not strictly the way amazon does it, but in a more curated way. Each vertical will have a customised offering where the underlying logistics platform will serve as the basis for delivery. We want to build in analytics and payments in the ecosystem so that we’re a one stop shop that provides all services”
Cheetay has managed to expand and grow on an exponential scale by creating departments, spans of management and bringing on-board Senior Managers and Category Managers, Content Writers and Marketing Executives in their repertoire of professionals from LUMS and Lahore School of Economics to bolster their expanding operations. Being a company on the trajectory of growth and expansion, cheetay.pk has experienced an overwhelming response to their service. They have restructured their logistics and delivery spread by building a strong team of efficient riders by increasing their fleet of motorbikes, riders, and branded vehicles for instant delivery of orders.

As we grow it is imperative for us to focus on making immaculate standard operating procedures to streamline our customer services and operations. Growth brings with it an array of challenges which need to be dealt with standard day to day operations as you venture into new business verticals and categories. We are ensuring every facet of the organisation is aligned in a holistic manner so that the customer service centre, the riders and the customers are all connected seamlessly” stated Saud Rashid, Operations Manager.

Achievements and Milestones
The company has a slew of achievements under its belt since its inception:
1.       Secured $1.1 million in series A-1 round funding.
2.       Hit over 100,000 likes on Facebook.
3.       Launched both our iOS and Android mobile apps.
4.       Upgraded and rebranded our website.
5.       Teamed up with PepsiCo as our Official Beverages Partner.
6.       Partnered with Foodies Family, a noted Facebook group for food aficionados.
7.       Have more than 300 restaurants on board.
8.       Ventured into a separate business vertical called, Cheetay Healthcare.
9.       Introduced a sub-category called, The Cheetay Tiffin.

According to Ahmed Khan “I’ve been in the e-Commerce business since 2012 and launched the biggest e-Commerce brand in the country (Daraz.pk, Kaymu.pk, etc). What I have learned from my experience is that if you are averse to change, technology is not for you. Paying attention to the underlying needs of the marketplace is our mantra while providing a quality service. We have strictly adhered to our core values and founding beliefs which is why cheetay.pk has become a viable company that has grown immensely despite industry behemoths like Foodpanda being omnipresent. I just want to thank the throngs of valuable customers, strategic partners and the massive list of vendors who have helped shape the company into what it is.


Save the date, avail the sale: Daraz Pakistan Day Sale begins March 20th



23rd March, 1940: the ideological foundations of Pakistan were laid, and proudly proclaimed. The freedom fighters of the All-India Muslim League sought self-determination. And they got it. Jo Pakistan chahta hai, woh hasil kurnay ke kabil hai. Hum khud apni taqdeer ke malik hain.
If 14th August signals independence, 23rd March serves as the decisive prelude.
Distilled into its essence, the resolution answered the question ‘What do you want?’ In no uncertain terms, the League resolved: nothing short of a homeland.
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In the same spirit, here we are, accepting nothing short of excellence for our future as a company. Nothing short of a digitally empowered and enabled Pakistan.
Here we are, 78 years since that clarion call for Pakistan, with a call to celebrations of our own. #JoChahayPakistan is a celebration of the will to turn wishes- chahatein- into reality.
Whether we speak as a nation, or an ecommerce company, the will and desire to nurture our resolutions into realities is a driving force here at Daraz.
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In commemoration of the 78th Pakistan Day, Daraz is proud to present the Pakistan Day Sale, from March 20th to March 26th with discounts up to 70%. Top deals and amazing discounts across all categories are about to sweep the nation from North to South.
Mehdi Raza, Director Marketing at Daraz, enthused, “This year’s Pakistan Day sale will be unlike previous years. We’re escalating it to Big Friday levels and rolling out 23 Mega Deals solely for the occasion. Simply put, Daraz fans can expect the BIGGEST online Pakistan Day sale ever!”

What to Expect from #DarazPakistanDay:  

#JoChahayPakistan:

       The UNEXPECTED (because Daraz loves amping up the suspense)
       In addition to our usual Mega Deals, we’re bringing out 23 CRAZY deals!!!
       Brand vouchers!
       FLASH sales
       Deals and discounts sitewide, on all categories including Smartphones & Tablets, Men and Women’s Fashion, Home & Living, Appliances, Sport and Fitness, and more! 






Monday, 5 March 2018

Samsung & WAK Group collaborate to establish Lahore’s most Premium Brand Shop at Packages Mall



Samsung a global leader in mobile phones &consumer electronics continues expanding in Pakistan with a range of its innovative products. Samsung & WAK Group with its WAKTECH Pvt. Ltd., which is Samsung’s official business partner for Consumer Electronics in Pakistan have recently launched the most premium Brand shop in Packages Mall. The first-of-its-kind store has been enriched with sophisticated equipment, to set higher bench-marks of service-quality, to fulfill the changing needs of consumers. A special inauguration ceremony was held to launch the pioneering facility, where you can live the Samsung Experience and purchase the official product range. The range covers Mobile phones, Television, Refrigerator, Washing Machine & Air conditioner. The ceremony was attended by a number of celebrities including Shaan, Sajal Ali, AhadRaza Mir and many A-list Lahore socialites.



This initiative reflects Samsung’s adherence to the global standards and best practices for reaching new heights of excellence and efficient operations, to expand its market share, while proactively serving the existing customer-base. This year Samsung and WAKTECH will start local assembly of Samsung’s world famous televisions, air conditioners and home appliances in its state of the art factory at Sundar Industrial Estate, Lahore.  Due to their unique position of supplying Samsung products to electronic dealers throughout the country, WAKTECH has additionally opened its first Samsung Flagship store in Packages Mall, Lahore. This beautifully designed retail concept will provide visitors with an unparalleled shopping experience of the best electronic consumer products. This one-stop solution promises to deliver on Samsung’s legacy as the World’s largest Electronics brand and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, telecommunications and home appliances which will enhance the level of satisfaction among its consumers. Thus, winning the complete confidence of customers and reassuring them that; Samsung truly cares for them and stands behind the quality of its products.






Tuesday, 27 February 2018

Ecommerce Gateway to hold 5 major Industrial exhibitions in March 2018


The top trade-fair organizer of Pakistan – Ecommerce Gateway is all set to organize 5 international mega-exhibitions, starting in Karachi from 13th March and concluding on 15th of March 2018. The multiple events will be held at the Karachi Expo Center. These 3 day events will include Auto & Transport Asia, Engineering Asia, Oil & Gas Asia and Power & Alternative Energy Asia.

These events will feature more than 1000 local and foreign exhibitors and is expected to be attended by more than 100,000 people, whereby all major players will get an opportunity to display and market their products and services. It will also give a platform to the international investors, manufacturers, traders and foreign entrepreneurs to interact with various segments of Pakistani consumers.

These diversified events include: The 17th International Auto, Transport & Logistics Asia– the biggest platform for the presentation of the products from Automobile industry, Commercial Vehicle industry, Railway Industry, Next-Gen Battery Industry and Airlines Industry. The 17th  International Engineering Show- a leading event featuring the advancements in technology and breakthrough inventions in the Engineering Sector. The 17th International Oil & Gas Machinery and Technology Asia – is the largest platform in the continent for exhibiting high-end products and services of this sector. The International Mines, Mineral & Metal Expo Fair – is a vibrant platform for all international and national stakeholders to showcase the latest products and innovations of this highly lucrative industry.

Dr. Khurshid Nizam - President of Ecommerce Gateway Pvt. Ltd. stated that; “It is matter of pride for us to organize these 5 different International events here in Pakistan, during the month of March 2018. These events will be the biggest interactive platforms for the relevant companies to expand their customer-outreach and customer engagement. Companies belonging to different industrial sectors of the country can take great advantage of the attentive and receptive target audience, to inspire and create new customers.”

These 3-day events will provide all stakeholders to explore fresh business opportunities in Pakistan. The liberal Investment policy adopted by the Government of Pakistan will attract Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) from International Businesses and entrepreneurs. Pakistan’s economy is gaining more momentum as the country is maintaining a steady growth. As the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross National Product (GNP) of the nation improve, it will further increase the confidence of the foreign stakeholders.

The enthusiastic participation of local and foreign companies in these exhibitions will further strengthen the trade-volume and brand-image of Pakistan. These spectacular events will contribute to economic growth and thus establish a pathway for a progressive Pakistan. With the increase in the market size and an increase in demand for quality products and better services in Pakistan, these events will create a positive impact on the wellbeing of the people.

These mega-events being organized by Ecommerce Gateway will also provided valuable opportunities to overseas exhibitors and investors to interact with local entrepreneurs for joint ventures, transfer of technologies and appointing agents, distributors and partners in Pakistan.


Monday, 26 February 2018

Built for the Way We Communicate Today: Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+


The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ fuel new discoveries with Super Slow-mo video, best-in-class low light camera and AR Emoji for a more personalized way to express yourself.

 Samsung Electronics introduces the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, the smartphones that reimagine the way people communicate, share and experience the world. Made for an age in which consumers increasingly communicate and express themselves more with images, videos and emojis, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ drive innovation with Samsung’s advanced camera. Redesigned with a new Dual Aperture lens that powers an innovative low light camera, Super Slow-mo video capabilities and personalized AR Emoji, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ ensure users do not miss a moment and make their everyday epic.



The Galaxy S9 and S9+ deliver an enhanced entertainment experience with powerful stereo speakers tuned by AKG, immersive audio with Dolby Atmos® and a refined edge-to-edge Infinity Display 1– a key staple in Samsung’s design heritage. In addition, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ will come with the new SmartThings app, which unites Samsung’s existing IoT services into one single, smart experience.

“The way we use our smartphones has changed as communication and self-expression has evolved,” said DJ Koh, president and Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. “With the Galaxy S9 and S9+, we have reimagined the smartphone camera. Not only do the Galaxy S9 and S9+ enable consumers to shoot great photos and videos anywhere, it’s a smartphone that’s designed to help them connect to others and express themselves in a way that’s unique and personal to them.”


Camera Reimagined

Today’s cameras are for more than taking pictures – they’re for connecting and communicating. Consumers want a smartphone camera with state-of-the-art technology, so they can express themselves with high-quality images and tools to tell their own, unique story. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ cameras are built with these consumers in mind, with a Super Speed Dual Pixel sensor with dedicated processing power and memory to take amazing shots with high photo quality. The Galaxy S9 and S9+’s camera features include:

·      Super Slow-mo: Make every day moments epic with dynamic, slow-motion video that captures 960 frames per second. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ also offer automatic Motion Detection, an intelligent feature that detects movement in the frame and automatically begins to record – all users have to do is set up the shot. After capturing the Super Slow-mo video, users can select background music from 35 different options or add a tune from their favorite playlist. Users can also easily create, edit and share GIF files with a simple tap in three playful styles of looping to watch the action over and over again.

·      Low Light Camera: Good lighting is the secret to any great photo. But often, photos are taken in less-than-ideal lighting conditions and most smartphone cameras have a fixed aperture that can’t adjust to low or bright lighting environments resulting in grainy or washed out pictures. Similar to the way the iris of a human eye expands and contracts, Samsung’s Dual Aperture2(F1.5 / F2.4) automatically lets in more light when it’s dark and less light when it’s too bright, taking photos that are crisp and clear.



·      AR Emoji: Samsung lets users create an emoji that looks, sounds and acts like them. AR Emoji uses a data-based machine learning algorithm, which analyzes a 2D image of the user and maps out more than 100 facial features to create a 3D model that reflects and imitates expressions, like winks and nods, for true personalization. AR Emoji shares users’ real-life emotions not only in video but also with a range of stickers and uses a standard AGIF file format so users can share their emojis across most third-party messaging platforms.

·      Bixby: Samsung’s intelligence platform, integrated into the camera, uses augmented reality and deep learning technologies to provide helpful information about a user’s surroundings.3 With real-time object detection and recognition, Bixby instantly generates information directly on top of the image that the camera is pointing at. Users can translate foreign languages and currency in real time with Live Translation, learn about their surroundings, purchase products seen in the real world and track calories throughout the day.4


Entertainment Reimagined

Smartphones are often our go-to choice for entertainment, which is why Samsung created a device that offers premium sound experiences with stereo speakers tuned by AKG. Whether users are watching their favorite movie or streaming their favorite artist’s latest album, sounds are clear, crisp and rich in quality. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ also support Dolby Atmos, giving the effect of 360-degree sound.

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ audio experience is complemented by Samsung’s revolutionary Infinity Display. First introduced on the Galaxy S8, the bold, bright Super AMOLED Infinity Display blends right into the phone with virtually no distracting notches. With adaptive contrast enhancement, users can use their device even in direct sunlight.


A Device that Fits with the Connected Lifestyle

As the first smartphone to support the new SmartThings app, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ are the central hub to manage every facet of the connected lifestyle at home, at the office or on the go. The SmartThings app will be introduced with the Galaxy S9 and S9+ and will connect to other Samsung and non-Samsung devices.

For those constantly on the move, the next-generation Samsung DeX empowers a mobile lifestyle by bringing a large, full-screen experience to the mobile handset. With the DeX Pad, a new docking system, users can easily connect the Galaxy S9 and S9+ to a larger monitor, keyboard and mouse to expand the mobile experience with enhanced document editing or even full-screen gaming.5Users can also transform the Galaxy S9 and S9+ into a Touch Pad with the DeX Pad.6


The Best Comes Standard with the Galaxy Foundation

Samsung sets the gold standard for smartphones with IP687 water and dust resistance and wireless charging and goes a step beyond with the Galaxy S9 and S9+. The devices now support expandable memory of up to 400GB with a Micro SD Card and are equipped with the latest premium application processors offering powerful performance and sophisticated image processing.

In addition, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ give users the peace of mind knowing that their phone is protected by Knox 3.1, Samsung’s latest defense-grade security platform. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ support three different biometric authentication options – iris, fingerprint, and facial recognition – so users can choose the way they want to protect their device and applications. The devices feature Intelligent Scan, a new verification that intelligently uses the collective strength of iris scanning and facial recognition technology to quickly and conveniently unlock a user’s phone in various situations. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ also introduce Dedicated Fingerprint, giving users the option to use a different fingerprint to access Secure Folder than the one used to unlock the phone.


The Galaxy S9 and S9+ take health to the next level with an improved optical sensor built directly into the device, providing richer, more accurate information on users’ health status. This sensor allows the Galaxy S9 and S9+ to keep track of users’ Heart Load Factor, a new measurement of the real-time demand placed on the heart.8

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ will be available starting in March 16, 2018 in select markets and will be offered in Midnight Black, Titanium Gray, Coral Blue and a new hue, Lilac Purple.

For more information about the Galaxy S9, visit news.samsung.com/galaxywww.samsung.com/galaxy or http://www.samsungmobilepress.com.


Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ Product Specifications


 
Galaxy S9
Galaxy S9+
OS
Android 8 (Oreo)
Display
5.8-inch Quad HD + Curved Super AMOLED, 18.5:91,2 (570ppi)
6.2-inch Quad HD + Curved Super AMOLED, 18.5:99,10 (529ppi)
Body
147.7mm x 68.7mm x 8.5mm, 163g, IP687
158.1mm x 73.8mm x 8.5mm, 189g, IP687
Camera
Rear: Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor with OIS (F1.5/F2.4)
Front: 8MP AF (F1.7)
Rear: Dual Camera with Dual OIS
–       Wide-angle: Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor (F1.5/F2.4)
–       Telephoto: 12MP AF sensor (F2.4)
Front: 8MP AF (F1.7)
AP
10nm, 64-bit, Octa-core processor (2.7 GHz Quad + 1.7 GHz Quad)3
10nm, 64-bit, Octa-core processor (2.8 GHz Quad + 1.7 GHz Quad)
Memory
4GB RAM
64GB/128GB/256GB4 + Micro SD Slot (upto 400 GB)
6GB RAM
64GB/128GB/256GB12 + Micro SD Slot (upto 400GB)
SIM Card
Single SIM: Nano SIM
Dual SIM (Hybrid SIM): Nano SIM + Nano SIM or MicroSD slot
Battery
3,000mAh
3,500mAh
Fast Wired Charging compatible with QC 2.0
Wireless Charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Network
Enhanced 4X4 MIMO / CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM, Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)5
Payment
NFC, MST
Sensors
Iris sensor, Pressure sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint sensor, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, HR sensor, Proximity sensor, RGB Light sensor
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
Biometric lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition, Intelligent Scan: multimodal biometric authentication with iris scanning and face recognition
Audio
Stereo speakers tuned by AKG, surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology,
Audio playback format: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF
Video
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM