PTCL Tops 500,000 Wireless Broadband Customers



ptcl PTCL Tops 500,000 Wireless Broadband CustomersPakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) has announced achieving 500,000 wireless internet customers mark.
Launched in 2009, PTCL’s EVO wireless internet service has grown steadily, and now serves customers in more than 250 cities and towns across Pakistan. PTCL EVO wireless broadband is Pakistan’s fastest wireless internet service, offering customers’ superior internet experience on-the-go, and has also revolutionized the way people connect with each other and reach out to the world with improved learning and development opportunities.
In 2012 alone, the company achieved more than 300,000 wireless customers through its portfolio of wireless products, including EVO 3.1 Mbps, EVO Nitro 9.3 Mbps, EVO Wingle 9.3 Mbps, EVO and Nitro Clouds and EVO Tab.
Furqan Qureshi, PTCL Senior Executive Vice President (SEVP) Commercial while commenting on this achievement said, “PTCL has pioneered a broadband revolution in Pakistan through its quality and customer-centric approach. At PTCL, we believe in introducing innovative yet affordable telecom solutions to meet the everyday needs of our customers and this continuous growth in our wireless customer base is a testament to their increasing confidence in our services.”
PTCL wireless broadband also boasts the world’s first & most cutting-edge EV-DO Rev.B commercial network. PTCL is the first telecom operator in the world to commercially launch EV-DO Rev.B products, which offer fast internet connectivity up to 9.3 Mbps.

Togetherness is the Future of Smartphones

S4 Togetherness is the Future of Smartphones
By Mr. Jung Hyun Park, MD Samsung Electronics Pakistan
It was forty years ago that the world’s first mobile telephone call was made in New York. Mobile telephones in the 1970’s and 1980’s were huge pieces of equipment. That first call was made on a chunk of plastic that was nine inches tall with thirty circuit boards, it took ten hours to charge up and had a talk time of thirty-five minutes. Who could have possibly imagined that a device that was originally designed as a telephone would evolve to become a life companion.
During those forty years, mobile phones have undergone rapid and constant change – the evolution of the mobile saw many milestones seemingly come from nowhere: the text message, group chats, voice notes. Then came the ground-breaking ability to share an image in real time: to take a photo with your phone and immediately send it as a ‘multimedia’ message, to somebody on the other side of the world. Anticipating key trends such as the instinctive desire to share what one can see and feel is what enables manufacturers to stay ahead of the game.
For the world’s leading mobile telephone company like Samsung, there is a heavy responsibility to continue to deliver innovative technologies that bring people closer to the things that matter in life – to make living a richer, easier and fuller experience. This is the direction of travel for the Smartphone. The purchase of a Smartphone is no longer about its ability to make a call, send a photo or upload a document. Smartphones are now a way of life, a personal assistant, a constant companion that has the ability to make every part of life easier. The challenge is to offer Smartphone customers a platform that makes human interaction central to everyday life. Understanding the human need to share, to reach out and engage positively with other people is central to the future development of the Smartphone industry.
Until now, the Smartphone has been a passive device – waiting for us to lift it, hold it and press it. Samsung has signalled an end to this relationship. The technology inside this Smartphone is so advanced that the device can be manipulated either by voice or by a simple wave of the hand. The future (for now at least) is in the gesture. ‘Air Gesture’ means that the GALAXY S4 can be manipulated without even touching the screen – so if it is raining or too cold to take your gloves off, the Smartphone can be controlled by simply waving your hand over it. ‘Samsung Smart Pause’ enables you to control the screen with your eyes. Whilst watching a video, it is possible to ‘press pause’ by looking away – the movie starts again as soon as you look back.
The GALAXY S4 also features a ‘Group Play’ function – users can enjoy music, photos, documents and games with those around them without even requiring a wi-fi AP or cellular signal. This innovation enables users to connect directly with others to share, play and co-create content and entertainment instantly. These are the features that Smartphone users demand.
These innovations are a major milestone on the Smartphone road map, but it is not the final destination. The ability to wander down the road and speak to a relative at home many miles away was nothing short of miraculous in 1995, but it rapidly became commonplace. Gesture-based interaction will also soon become the accepted reality. So too will the reliance on our smartphones to provide important lifestyle solutions. They are already our companions.
Samsung sold more Smartphones than any other company in the world in Q4 of 2012. It did this by understanding that the Smartphone is more than just a telephone, more than a media player and much more than a digital camera. Samsung has focused heavily on developing technologies that foster interaction with others. Moreover, the world of the Smartphone is now moving towards a focus on community – connecting people with their communities, their loved ones and the wider society.
The direction of travel in the Smartphone market is towards togetherness. Producing a best-in-class piece of hardware that is beautifully crafted and equipped with software that helps people to live a richer, simpler and fuller life is the ultimate goal. Using a Smartphone is now second nature to hundreds of millions of people. Using it is now increasingly effortless, graceful and supportive of a better living experience.

Nokia Introduces Dual SIM Enabled Nokia Asha 210



Nokia Asha 210 Dual SIM Nokia Introduces Dual SIM Enabled Nokia Asha 210
Nokia today unveiled the latest device in its Asha family, designed to offer consumers more social experiences at an affordable price. The Nokia Asha 210, available in Single-or Easy Swap Dual-SIM variants, features a Nokia design and smart imaging that sets it apart from the crowd.
It supports Wi-Fi to help people enjoy more of the Internet for less and is the world’s first phone to have a dedicated WhatsApp button.
The Nokia Asha 210 has a QWERTY keyboard and a dedicated WhatsApp button for fast access to instant messaging. To celebrate the Nokia and WhatsApp partnership, WhatsApp is offering their service for free on all Nokia Asha 210 devices with the WhatsApp button for their lifespan. Combined with Facebook, Twitter and support for popular email accounts such as Gmail, the Nokia Asha 210 is designed to ensure that people are never more than a few clicks away from their friends and family.
The Nokia Asha 210 comes with a 2MP camera that can be accessed through a dedicated hardkey even when the keypad is locked. The smart camera also offers a choice of image capture, editing and sharing options
People can also share photos and other content quickly by using Nokia’s innovative Slam feature, which comes built-into the Nokia Asha 210. It works by enabling the transfer of content such as images or videos to another Bluetooth-enabled phone without the need to pair devices.
  • Social phonebook integration with the ability to launch WhatsApp direct from contact cards in the Phonebook
  • Preloaded YouTube launcher for direct video streaming
  • Chat screen notifications that keep users up-to-date on new conversations
  • Single-SIM and Dual-SIM models featuring Nokia’s exclusive Easy Swap technology that enables consumers to change SIM cards without having to turn off the device
  • WiFi On/Off control button
  • Nokia’s renowned long battery life: up to 46 days with Single-SIM and up to 24 days with Dual-SIM
The Nokia Asha 210 is available in yellow, cyan, black, magenta, and white. The estimated retail price for the Nokia Asha 210 is around 72 USD and it is expected to start shipping in the second quarter of 2013.

NIB to Bring Internet Payment Gateway in Pakistan



nib  NIB to Bring Internet Payment Gateway in PakistanIt appears that the wait for having an online payment processing platform is over now. NIB Bank has announced that it is is brining Internet Payment Gateway in Pakistan that will allow online businesses to charge their customers through debit or credit card for the stuff they will buy on internet.
Establishment of Internet Payment Gateway in Pakistan is long pending, which was first announced by PTA in 2009. After that Bank Al-falah, along with its sister concern, claimed similar deployments but nothing turned into reality.
Agreement between Mastercard and NIB was signed on 5th April 2013 at NIB Bank’s Head Office, Karachi, by Mr. Khurram Agha, Group Head Operations & Technology – NIB Bank and Aurangzaib Khan, Country Manager, Pakistan and Afghanistan for MasterCard.
Now that NIB has partnered with MasterCard it is likely that MasterCard Internet Gateway Service (MiGS) will finally come to Pakistan.
With this service, merchants will be able to charge internet surfers with their debit/credit card for the services or products they sell on internet.
“Now, NIB Bank merchants will be able to process payments from cardholders on their online Web stores in real-time. As a MasterCard acquirer, NIB Bank will offer merchants world class, secure internet payment processing capabilities”, said a statement issued by NIB Bank.

Mobilink to Launch HTC Butterfly and Nexus 4 in Pakistan



After Ufone’s announcement of launching Galaxy S4 exclusively in Pakistan, it is now reliably learned that Mobilink has decided to take up the challenge by introducing two Smartphones in the country.
One of them is the Google’s flagship device Nexus 4 and other one is HTC Butterfly, we have confirmed with sources.

Nexus 4

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Key Features of Nexus 4:
  • 4.7″ 16M-color WXGA True HD IPS Plus (768 x 1280 pixels) capacitive touchscreen and Gorilla Glass 2
  • Stock Android OS v4.2 Jelly Bean
  • Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU, 2 GB RAM, Adreno 320 GPU, Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset
  • 8 MP autofocus camera with LED flash and geotagging, face detection, Photo Spheres
  • 1080p video recording @ 30fps with continuous autofocus and stereo sound
  • 1.3 MP front-facing camera, 720p video recording
  • 16GB of built-in storage
  • Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, GPS, microUSB port with TV-out support, Bluetooth v4.0
  • 2100mAh battery and Wireless charging
Price and Availability:
Though it is kind of late for Mobilink to offer this device in Pakistan, but good news is that Mobilink is offering this phone at a discounted price of Rs. 43,000 and to sweeten the deal further a data bucket of 2 GB for 90 days and 15 days Mobile music free trial is added to the package.
Nexus 4 will be available on Mobilink Business centers starting tomorrow, i.e. April 26th, 2013.

HTC Butterfly

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Key Features of HTC Butterfly:
  • 5″ 16M-color 1080p Super LCD3 capacitive touchscreen display
  • Curved Gorilla Glass 2 & 441ppi pixel density
  • Polycarbonate unibody design
  • Android OS v4.1.1 Jelly Bean with Sense 4+ UI
  • Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU, 2 GB RAM, Adreno 320 GPU
  • 8 MP autofocus camera with LED flash and geo-tagging
  • 1080p video recording @ 30fps, continuous autofocus and stereo sound
  • 2.1 MP front-facing camera, 1080p video recording
  • Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct and DLNA
  • GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS
  • 16GB of built-in storage; microSD card slot
  • MHL-enabled microUSB port, Bluetooth v4.0 and NFC
  • Accelerometer and proximity sensor
Price and Availability:
Though we were hoping that HTC Pakistan will bring the much awaited flagship device HTC One in Pakistan, the real competitor of Galaxy S4. But seems like — after the announcement of HTC Butterfly — we have to wait a little longer now.
The specs of Butterfly are great but I am not sure if this device can stand against Galaxy S4.
Mobilink is going to launch this phone for a price of Rs. 70,000 with one year warranty of Brightex. Mobilink customers will also get, 1 GB mobile internet for 30 days, a Pouch and Screen Protector for free.
HTC Butterfly will be launched in Pakistan on May 2, 2013.

Mobilink Foundation Upgrades National Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine



NIRM picture Mobilink Foundation Upgrades National Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine
Rashid Khan, President & CEO, Mobilink (C) and Dr Fazle Maula, Director, NIRM with Mobilink Torchbearers at the inauguration of the upgraded treatment facility at NIRM
Mobilink Foundation has upgraded the therapy and rehabilitation facility at the National Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine (NIRM) by contributing a state-of-the-art Triton DTS Spinal Retraction Unit as well as refurbishing the treatment area.
The facility was inaugurated by Rashid Khan, President & CEO Mobilink, in the presence of Dr Fazle Maula, Director, NIRM.
The ‘Spinal Retraction Unit’ was imported by the Mobilink Foundation to aid the NIRM in providing specialized therapy and treatment for up to 1200 patients every month. Mobilink Foundation Torchbearers (employee volunteers) also participated in the refurbishing of the treatment area to ensure patients would be treated in an environment that is pleasant and conducive to rehabilitation.
Rashid Khan, President & CEO, Mobilink highlighted, ‘The Mobilink Foundation is a reflection of Mobilink’s responsibility towards Pakistan and the communities that we operate in. The provision of this rehabilitation unit and the participation of our Torchbearers in refurbishing the facility is another step towards our goal of improving healthcare in Pakistan. NIRM is Pakistan’s leading institution for helping the physically challenged, and this contribution is meant to further aid the NIRM efforts in their noble cause.’’
Shafqat Hussain Naghmi, Secretary, Capital Administration & Development (CA&D) emphasized, “NIRM is the leading government-managed institution in the country for providing quality healthcare to the physically challenged. I am glad to see their efforts being recognized by the Mobilink Foundation and the contributions being made to enable NIRM to further improve treatment offered to the needy.”
Dr Fazle Maula, Director NIRM added, “The efforts of the NIRM in providing rehabilitative services have been greatly aided by the provision of the ‘Decompression Therapy System (DTS)’as well as the involvement of Mobilink’s volunteers in refurbishing the physical treatment area. This facility will help us make a positive change in the lives of people who are hindered by their physical disabilities.”
The National Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine (NIRM) was established in 1988 under a presidential order to provide state-of-the-art health care facilities for all type of disabilities. In addition to routine health services for the handicapped, the institute provides innovative rehabilitative techniques, conducts research and acts as a repository of information related to physical disabilities. NIRM also provides technical support and guidance to policy makers and planners.

Telenor Posts Flat Revenues During Q1 2013


Telenor Logo1 Telenor Posts Flat Revenues During Q1 2013
Telenor Pakistan reported flat revenues with marginal increase in revenues during first quarter 2013.
In its group financial report, Telenor said that its Pakistani operations generated Rs. 22.40 billion during first three months of 2013, slightly up from Rs. 21.73 billion it had generated during same duration last year showing a growth of mere 3 percent.
Telenor said that growth in revenues was mainly impacted by regulatory restrictions on sale of new SIMs, price increase of international incoming traffic after implementation of ICH – due to reduced traffic and a noticeable increase in grey traffic – and government forced network suspensions.
Financial report mentioned that ARPU in local currency decreased by 12%, again both as a result of government enforced network outages and the effect from establishment of International Clearing House (ICH) resulting in a large reduction of incoming international traffic.
The EBITDA margin was reduced by 2 percentage points following a reduction in gross margin due to forced industry contribution to implementation of grey traffic monitoring equipment and increased vendor transition costs for operation and maintenance.
Operating profit was negatively affected by accelerated depreciations of NOK 235 million related to the on-going network modernisation.
Capital expenditure increased during the quarter as a result of good progress on the network modernisation and 1,325 sites were swapped during the quarter. It is expected to be completed towards the end of
2013.
The number of subscriptions increased by 277,000 during the quarter. Telenor said that the regulatory restrictions on SIM sale through retail channels, introduced in December 2012, continue to hamper subscriber growth. However, company is making efforts to strengthen alternative sales channel. At the end of the first quarter, the subscription base was 5% higher than at the end of first quarter last year.
Telenor said that average traffic minutes per subscriber per month stood at 222, down from 238 during same duration last year. Telenor said that it has 332,000 postpaid customers out of its total subscribers base.
Check below the financial highlights from the quarter:
Telenor Revenues Telenor Posts Flat Revenues During Q1 2013

Mobilink’s AD Agency Mocks President Zardari


Mobilink’s advertising agency, in a promotional video made for MobiCash and is available on official Facebook page of Mobilink MobiCash, mocks President Zardari in a strange way.
A video ad that demonstrates the procedures of getting a MobiCash account – Mobilink’s branchless banking accounts – by showing an ID card which has Mr. Zardari’s name on it.
A closer look at the AD reveals that Mr. Asif Ali Zardari is attributed to various (objectionable) things.
Advertising agency responsible for developing this video, apparently, lifted a mockery CNIC from Google image search and reused it by just blurring it.
Check following screenshot yourself.
Mobicash Pakistan thumb Mobilink’s AD Agency Mocks President Zardari
Though the text isn’t readily visible, however, it appears that details on ID card is as following:
  • Name: Zardari Khappay
  • Gender: Khawaja Sira (خواجہ سرا)
  • Father’s Name: Not known yet ( ابھی تک معلوم نہیں ہو سکا)
This video ad is still available on Mobilink’s Mobicash page on Facebook here is now removed from Mobicash’s page, which was previously available here:https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=394202750686535

Ufone Starts Accepting Pre-Orders for Samsung Galaxy S4



galaxyS4 inner Ufone Starts Accepting Pre Orders for Samsung Galaxy S4
Ufone today started accepting pre-orders for Samsung Galaxy S4 in Pakistan.
Ufone had announced earlier this week to co-launch Samsung Galaxy S4 in Pakistan, after which it is now accepting pre-orders for Samsung’s next flagship device.
Ufone customers can pre-order Galaxy S4 on Ufone’s website here or at selected customer service centres.
It is anticipated that Samsung Galaxy S4 will be available in Pakistan from May 5th, 2013 as Ufone has said that it will call customers after May 5th, 2013 regarding the availability of the phone.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Price:
  • While Ufone hasn’t confirmed the price officially, it is believed that Samsung Galaxy S4 will cost around Rs. 70,000 to 72,000
  • First 200 orders will be given Original Flip Cover (worth Rs. 2,500) for free
  • Those who will buy Samsung Galaxy S4 from Ufone will be given following bundles for free:
    • unlimited On-Net minutes for one month,
    • unlimited SMS for one month
    • unlimited mobile Internet for one month
Terms & Conditions:
  • Fair usage policy of 6000 Ufone to Ufone minutes, 9000 SMS and 1.5GB Internet data applies
  • This offer is valid for 1 month only
  • Terms and Conditions apply
  • 19.5% FED on usage and other taxes on recharge or bill apply.
  • Using SIMs without proper documentation is a crime – PTA
  • Pre-booking is only taking place at Ufone Customer Service Centres in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad.

Nokia Launches Lumia 720 and Lumia 520 in Pakistan


Nokia has announced the availability of two new additions to its Lumia series, augmenting its range of Windows Phone 8 devices in Pakistan across price points to attract younger and hyper social audience.
Nokia Lumia 720 offers a powerful camera as well as an integrated entertainment and social experience of WP8. Nokia Lumia 520 is a highly immersive and affordable smartphone that provides rich selection of innovations for a more fun and exciting smartphone experience.
Speaking about the new devices, Arif Shafique, country general manager, Nokia Pakistan & Afgahnistan said, “The WP8 momentum is building and Nokia is charging ahead with the Lumia series. The availability of Nokia Lumia 720 and Nokia Lumia 520 in Pakistan market reflects our commitment to build a winning ecosystem that will enrich people’s mobile experience and help them connect with each other at newer price points. The two new smart devices will further invigorate brand Nokia amongst the new generation of smartphone purchasers.”
With a focus on younger and connected audience, the two devices are not only high on innovation but come with a stunning and eye catching design that is sure to make heads turn. Nokia Lumia 720 and Nokia Lumia 520 are based on the core components of design-inspiration, colour, craft, simplicity and material – that bring together gorgeous design and great functionality to reveal devices that are truly spectacular.
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Nokia Lumia 720:

Nokia Lumia 720 comes with unibody design and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus mobile processor optimized for the Windows Phone 8 experience.
The highly responsive curved 4.3” Clear Black Display with super sensitive touch brings an innovative lamination process for wider viewing angles, and enhanced clarity in bright conditions thanks to software enhancements.
Providing a rich entertainment experience, Nokia Lumia 720 also comes with the option to add wireless charging with a snap-on wireless charging cover. The sleek and stylish Nokia Lumia 720 delivers a high-end camera performance at a mid-range price point.
Along with powerful hardware and Nokia digital camera lenses including Cinemagraph, Smart Shoot and Glam Me, the Nokia Lumia 720 makes it easy to capture and share stunning pictures. Nokia Lumia 720 is available in 5 eye catching colours yellow, red, cyan, white, and black.
Here are specs:
  • Microsoft Windows Phone 8
  • 4.3 inch ClearBlack display
  • Super-sensitive touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass 2
  • 9mm thick
  • Weight: 128g
  • 1Ghz dual-core Snapdragon processor
  • 512MB RAM and 8GB expandable memory
  • 6.7MP with Carl Zeiss lens, f/1.9 aperture & LED Flash
  • 720p HD video recording
  • 1.3mp front camera
  • Bluetooth 36.0, microUSB 2.0, NFC, GPS
  • 2000 mAh battery
  • Wireless charging
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Nokia Lumia 520:

The Nokia Lumia 520 is Nokia’s most affordable Windows Phone 8 smartphone, delivering rich selection of innovations taken from the Nokia Lumia 920 and Nokia Lumia 820. Powered by Windows Phone 8, this fun and colorful addition to the Nokia Lumia family contains many of the features as its high end siblings including the same digital camera lenses, as well as a four inch super sensitive touchscreen for a highly immersive smartphone experience.
Digital camera lenses transform the 5-megapixel autofocus camera on the Nokia Lumia 520 into a fun way to capture pictures and share memories. Cinemagraph adds motion to still images that can then be shared with friends on Facebook, Twitter or via email. Nokia Lumia 520 is available in yellow, red, cyan, white, and black and with changeable shells.
Lumia 520 Specs:
  • Microsoft Windows Phone 8 OS
  • 4 inch IPS LCD display with resolution of 480 x 800 pixels
  • Scratch-resistant and supersensitive display
  • 9.9mm thick
  • Weight: 124g
  • 1Ghz dual-core Snapdragon processor
  • 512MB RAM
  • 5mp rear-facing camera with 720p video recording (no secondary camera)
  • Bluetooth 3.0, microUSB 2.0, GPS, Wifi
  • 1430 mAh battery
  • Available in White/Black, Cyan, Red and Yellow colours

PTCL Offers 100Mbps Broadband for Rs. 26,000 in Limited Areas



PTCL FTTH PTCL Offers 100Mbps Broadband for Rs. 26,000 in Limited Areas
Remember when we last told you about PTCL’s (ultra) high speed broadband over FTTH, it appears that things are rolling in the positive direction. PTCL had then denied to share any information with us then, we assume the project was in test phase at that time.
Now – through a WiredPakistan user – we have come to know that high speed broadband services over FTTH are being offered by PTCL in limited areas of Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi.
According to a marketing brochure these high speed broadband services are offered at following prices:
  • 4 Mbps: Rs. 2,999
  • 6  Mbps: Rs. 5,999
  • 8 Mbps: Rs. 7,999
  • 10 Mbps: Rs. 10,999
  • 20 Mbps: Rs. 13,499
  • 50 Mbps: Rs. 15,999
  • 100 Mbps: Rs. 25,999
All these packages – if availed – come with unlimited on-net calls and Smart TV services for free. One time installation charges of Rs. 15,000 are applicable.
50 Mbps package appears to be best value and most suitable for various medium to large-sized businesses. Home users, on other hands, will be contented with 10 Mbps at most.
Areas of service availability include F-11 in Islamabad and Centaurus, Blue Area in Islamabad.
It appears that services are being tested as of now as pilot and hence details for service availability is very limited. Internet hungry enthusiast can contact PTCL corporate sales’ staff for further information and service deployment.

Samsung Sold 110,000 Units of Galaxy SIII in Pakistan



Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Sold 110,000 Units of Galaxy SIII in Pakistan
Samsung Pakistan has sold 110,000 units of its flagship device, Galaxy SIII, since its launch in June 2012, said Farid Ullah Jan, Head of Samsung Mobile Division for Pakistan and Afghanistan, during a press briefing in Lahore today.
Farid said that Samsung sells around 10,000 units of Galaxy SIII on average in Pakistan.
Priced at Rs. 62,000 – when launched – Samsug Galaxy SIII currently costs around Rs. 53,000 and is considered one of top Android phones in the market, however, it is soon to be replaced by Galaxy S4 which is going to hit Pakistani stores by first week of May, 2013.
Pakistan’s handset industry is fast transitioning towards smartphones, despite low buying power of masses and in-availability of 3G.
It merits mentioning here that Samsung is said to have sold over 50 million of Samsung Galaxy S III devices globally (till March 2013).

Samsung and Ufone to Co-Launch Galaxy S4 in Pakistan



Ufone Samsung MoU for Launch of Galaxy S4 Samsung and Ufone to Co Launch Galaxy S4 in Pakistan
John Park (L), Managing Director Samsung, and Akbar Khan (R), Chief Marketing Officer at Ufone exchanging the MoU at the launch of Samsung Galaxy S 4.
Samsung and Ufone have joined hands to launch Samsung Galaxy S4 in Pakistan during the first week of May 2013.
An MoU was signed between both the companies today, under which Ufone will become the exclusive cellular partner for the launch and sale of Samsung Galaxy S4. Ufone said that it will offer Galaxy S4 to its customers at easy instalments, However, no further details were mentioned during the event.
Ufone will make Samsung Galaxy S4 available at its service centres in various cities of Pakistan.
Samsung’s flagship device Galaxy S4 is latest addition to Galaxy series of Samsung, offering possibilities for “Consumers on the go”. Samsung said that it had registered around 10 million pre-orders for the phone which is yet to be launched globally.
Ufone too will soon initiate pre-booking of Samsung Galaxy S4 for the Samsung Smartphone enthusiasts.
Speaking at the event Farid Ullah Jan, head of Mobile phone business at SEPAK said, “In today’s age staying connected on the go is an essential. Samsung Galaxy S4, being a real life companion, goes a step ahead in providing the most advanced user experience that makes consumers’ life richer, simpler and more fun”.
Akbar Khan, Chief Marketing Officer at Ufone, during his notes said that Ufone has this distinction in partnering with Samsung for the co-launch of Galaxy S4 in Pakistan. He said that this initiative has proven that Ufone always takes a lead in the introduction of innovative technology and next generation products for the benefit of its customers. By having this alliance Ufone reiterates that it is best smartphone friendly operator in Pakistan, Akbar added.
Price for Galaxy S4 – at the time of launch – is expected to be around Rs. 70,000
Here are specs for Galaxy S4:
  • OS: Android OS, v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
  • CPU: Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
  • Chipset: Exynos 5 Octa 5410
  • GPU: PowerVR SGX 544MP3
  • Design:
    • Dimensions: 5.38 x 2.75 x 0.31 in
    • Weight: 130 g
  • Display:
    • Type: Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    • Size: 1080 x 1920 pixels, 4.99 inches (~441 ppi pixel density)
    • Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
  • Memory:
    • Card slot: microSD, up to 64 GB
    • Internal: 16/32/64 GB storage, 2 GB RAM
  • Connectivity: GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA: 42.2 Mbps; HSUPA: 5.76 Mbps; LTE, Cat3, 50 Mbps UL, 100 Mbps DL, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth, NFC, Infrared port, microUSB v2.0 (MHL), USB On-the-go, USB Host
  • Primary Camera: 13 MP, 4128 x 3096 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
    • Features: Dual Shot, Simultaneous HD video and image recording, geo-tagging, touch focus, face and smile detection, image stabilization, HDR
  • Secondary Camera: 2 MP
  • Battery: Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery
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