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Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) Easypaisa, Pakistan’s leading digital payments App has partnered with Qisstpay, Country’s fastest growing retail payment solutions service in a first-of-its-kind 1 Click Checkout integration to facilitate convenient and secure digital payments at Qisstpay partner merchants across the country. The partnership will enable customers opting to pay their Qisstpay installment payments faster through their Easypaisa App in real-time, without any extra fee.

With a vision to digitize all cash payments in Pakistan, Easypaisa has been reaching out and collaborating with strategic partners across the country to increase the adoption of digital financial services.

Commenting on this development, CEO, Easypaisa, M. Mudassar Aqil stated; “Collaboration and technology are at the forefront when it comes to serving our mission to transform Pakistan into a cashless and financially inclusive society. Through this partnership with Qisstpay, which is the only SECP licensed company to allow installment solutions, Easypaisa is proud to have become the first mobile wallet in the country to facilitate innovative payment options like 1 Click checkout & BNPL. We are very excited to develop and further expand this space, which has a lot of potential in Pakistan’s payments landscape.”

Qisstpay, being at the forefront of launching creative innovations in the retail sphere of Pakistan, is all set to partner with Easypaisa to bring efficient digital financial services to thousands of its merchants. The company, after successful launch of Buy Now Pay Later, has recently launched frictionless 1 Click Checkout, allowing customers to checkout in just one click within seconds, enabling them to pay through digital wallets as well – Easypaisa being the first. BNPL services can also be availed using Easypaisa as a payment method, which will be a breakthrough for masses using Easypaisa digital wallet.

“Shopper habits are shifting toward online shopping and empowering the users with the most comfortable payment option is what will drive the retail landscape turnaround. I’m thrilled to partner with Easypaisa and excited for the entire Qisstpay user base as they are about to experience the freedom to spend using this widely available and popular app across the country.” – on the occasion, added by CEO & Co-Founder, QisstPay – Jordan Olivas.

The collaboration will also benefit Merchants on a large scale as the friendly payment option of Easypaisa will invite a larger audience to indulge in online shopping to enjoy faster purchase process via 1 Click checkout and payment splits. With over 10 million customers using the Easypaisa App in the last 30-days across Android and iOS platforms, Easypaisa is the most used Pakistani App across all categories and remains committed to creating a transparent digital economy where all Pakistanis can participate in.

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir)   Infinix opens pre-orders for its first ever 5G smartphone, the ZERO 5G, from 28th February until 6th March 2022. The most highly anticipated 5G smartphone in Pakistan comes with a price tag of PKR 49,999 as well as a free gift of Infinix XE20 truly wireless headphones on XPark. Featuring the fifth-generation technology, the ZERO 5G not only provides high speed internet with a seamless connection, but also faster downloads and greater coverage. Despite its premier 5G status, the ZERO 5G is compatible with all networks, including 2G, 3G, and 4G.

Unveiling the company’s premier 5G smartphone model in Pakistan, Joe Hue, CEO Infinix Pakistan, stated, “We are excited for the launch of the ZERO 5G – a first of its kind smartphone by Infinix that had been years in the making. Infinix has once again pioneered the industry norms by offering the most premium devices equipped with cutting-edge technology and trendy design elements to its valued users across the globe.”

The Infinix ZERO 5G showcases a Uni-Curve design with a large 6.78 inch FHD+ 1080*2460 ultra-smooth display. In addition to being integrated with a 6nm MediaTek’s Dimensity 900 master processor, the ZERO 5G has a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a touch sampling rate of 240 Hz. This ensures superior performance of the ZERO 5G and gives users a smooth experience and a quicker response to touch input when browsing webpages, scrolling through social media, or playing action-packed games.

The Wi-Fi 6 and 2×2 MIMO technology offers about 1.2Gbps connectivity speeds, allowing a greater gaming experience. The Uni-Curve design is made up of a composite material that imitates the look and feel of glass, creating a device that feels premium to touch yet comfortable to hold. The ZERO 5G comes in three exciting colors: Cosmic Black, Horizon Blue, and Skylight Orange. It supports the AndroidTM 11 operating system, with 6 GB Ram and 128 GB ROM. The ZERO 5G features a crisp 48MP main camera with 30x ultra-zoom comprising of a 13MP portrait camera and 2MP virtual camera. The 30X 48MP zoom camera allows users to capture high-quality photos from a distance. With its 960 fps slow motion capabilities in video mode, the handset allows users to capture moments that even the human eye can miss.

The front camera is 16MP Dual Flash Light coupled with enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) shooting technology that makes users look flattering in all angles and lighting conditions. Infinix is committed to bringing its users a high quality smartphone experience, by prioritizing ease, innovation, and affordability in all of its tailored devices. The ZERO 5G carries a 5000mAh battery that lasts all day long, with a 33W super-fast charging capacity that is TUV-Certified for safe charging. Infinix ZERO 5G can now be booked for pre-order at Infinix’s official online store https://pk.xpark.com/ 

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) OPPO recently launched its latest family of flagship smartphones, the Find X5 Series, marking another decisive step into the high-end market for the leading smartphone brand. The new addition to the Find X Series is the first smartphone series to be powered by OPPO’s MariSilicon X imaging NPU and other industry-leading features. With its futuristic design, seamless ceramic back panel, and premium International Warranty Service, every aspect of the Find X5 Series has been tailored to deliver the best possible user experience.

“At OPPO INNO DAY 2021, we announced our brand proposition of ‘Inspiration Ahead’, defining our commitment to constantly redraw the boundaries of the smartphone experience to make life better for everyone, regardless of the challenges and uncertainties faced,” said William Liu, Vice President and President of Global Marketing at OPPO. “With the Find X5 Series, we have raised the bar for flagship smartphones in terms of style and performance, while never stopping in our exploration of new possibilities.” 

Taking the end-to-end smartphone experience to the next level

The OPPO Find X5 Series raises the bar for flagship smartphone performance across the board with OPPO’s best-ever technology, product experience, and customer service.

MariSilicon X — OPPO’s recently-unveiled self-designed imaging NPU — makes its debut on the Find X5 Series. The NPU and its advanced in-house algorithms, including AINR, deliver a leap in computational photography performance. With MariSilicon X, the Find X5 Series is the first flagship smartphone series capable of capturing clear 4K Ultra Night Video that can rival what is seen by the human eye. Following its long-held mission to bring both natural and professional colors to smartphone imaging, OPPO has joined hands with Hasselblad to bring its Natural Color Calibration to the Find X5 Series, empowering users to unlock more emotive moments.

Elsewhere, many of OPPO’s breakthrough innovations can be found on the Find X5 Series. OPPO’s upgraded 360° Smart Antenna 3.0 ensures stable connectivity, with greater signal strength and range than other models. The series also features enhanced Flash Charging technology for faster charging, while a multi-tier cooling system ensures smooth overall performance and efficient dissipation.

Beyond the phone itself, OPPO has turned its attention to the entire customer experience. Find X5 Series owners will have access to OPPO’s premium International Warranty Service, which can be used at over 2,500 service centers in 62 countries and regions worldwide.

 

A standout flagship, driven by OPPO’s human-centric insights

Guided by OPPO’s brand mission “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World”, the Find X5 Series represents OPPO’s pursuit of human-centric product features and designs aimed at improving the day-to-day lives of its users.

The design of the Find X5 Series reflects every aspect of the user experience. Built with advanced manufacturing technology, the curved and continuous ceramic back panel is anti-fingerprint and comfortable to hold while also providing greater protection and heat dissipation.

OPPO’s thoughtful consideration of its users is also manifested in ColorOS 12.1, which includes features such as the O Relax digital relaxation suite and Color Vision Enhancement for those who perceive color differently or have color vision impairments.

OPPO Sets to Strengthen Presence in High-end Market with New Find X5 Series

OPPO recently launched its latest family of flagship smartphones, the Find X5 Series, marking another decisive step into the high-end market for the leading smartphone brand. The new addition to the Find X Series is the first smartphone series to be powered by OPPO’s MariSilicon X imaging NPU and other industry-leading features. With its futuristic design, seamless ceramic back panel, and premium International Warranty Service, every aspect of the Find X5 Series has been tailored to deliver the best possible user experience.

“At OPPO INNO DAY 2021, we announced our brand proposition of ‘Inspiration Ahead’, defining our commitment to constantly redraw the boundaries of the smartphone experience to make life better for everyone, regardless of the challenges and uncertainties faced,” said William Liu, Vice President and President of Global Marketing at OPPO. “With the Find X5 Series, we have raised the bar for flagship smartphones in terms of style and performance, while never stopping in our exploration of new possibilities.” 

Taking the end-to-end smartphone experience to the next level

The OPPO Find X5 Series raises the bar for flagship smartphone performance across the board with OPPO’s best-ever technology, product experience, and customer service.

MariSilicon X — OPPO’s recently-unveiled self-designed imaging NPU — makes its debut on the Find X5 Series. The NPU and its advanced in-house algorithms, including AINR, deliver a leap in computational photography performance. With MariSilicon X, the Find X5 Series is the first flagship smartphone series capable of capturing a clear 4K Ultra Night Video that can rival what is seen by the human eye. Following its long-held mission to bring both natural and professional colors to smartphone imaging, OPPO has joined hands with Hasselblad to bring its Natural Color Calibration to the Find X5 Series, empowering users to unlock more emotive moments.

Elsewhere, many of OPPO’s breakthrough innovations can be found on the Find X5 Series. OPPO’s upgraded 360° Smart Antenna 3.0 ensures stable connectivity, with greater signal strength and range than other models. The series also features enhanced Flash Charging technology for faster charging, while a multi-tier cooling system ensures smooth overall performance and efficient dissipation.

Beyond the phone itself, OPPO has turned its attention to the entire customer experience. Find X5 Series owners will have access to OPPO’s premium International Warranty Service, which can be used at over 2,500 service centers in 62 countries and regions worldwide.

A standout flagship, driven by OPPO’s human-centric insights

Guided by OPPO’s brand mission “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World”, the Find X5 Series represents OPPO’s pursuit of human-centric product features and designs aimed at improving the day-to-day lives of its users.

The design of the Find X5 Series reflects every aspect of the user experience. Built with advanced manufacturing technology, the curved and continuous ceramic back panel is anti-fingerprint and comfortable to hold while also providing greater protection and heat dissipation.

OPPO’s thoughtful consideration of its users is also manifested in ColorOS 12.1, which includes features such as the O Relax digital relaxation suite and Color Vision Enhancement for those who perceive color differently or have color vision impairments.

With the new Find X5 Series, OPPO is breaking new ground in technological innovation and human-centric user experience in the high-end market while sticking to its core values — a trait that OPPO will maintain as it continues to explore new possibilities in technology and products that help make life better for users worldwide.

The upcoming realme GT 2 Pro puts realme into a high-end segment with its unique paper-based design and premium specifications

The Mobile World Congress 2022 (MWC) kicked off in Barcelona with an exciting reveal presentation from realme. The tech-trendsetters took part in their first product launch at the MWC by unveiling their most premium flagship series – the realme GT 2 series. The two handsets unveiled at the event include the realme GT 2 and the realme GT 2 Pro. As realme’s most premium flagship line-up ever, the realme GT 2 series is a critical step forward, allowing them to break into the high-end market and bringing new and exciting features to millions of users around the world with their inventive technologies and transformative designs. realme was recently ranked among the top 4 smartphone brands in Europe (Q4 2021, Canalys), as well as being among the top 5 smartphone brands in the world which is a testament to the strength of realme’s market penetration and channel development efforts.

realme has taken various initiatives to promote brand awareness of realme GT 2 series in global expansion, especially in the vast European and Chinese markets. realme has teamed up with major European mobile carriers including Vodafone, Orange, and Deutsche Telecom to bring 5G products to a wider customer group across Europe, starting with the realme GT 2 through Vodafone and Deutsche Telecom’s online and offline channels. The use of special early-bird offers and trendy pop-up store joint initiatives will also be created by realme in collaboration with carriers and other partners to provide customers a tailored and enjoyable experience. The realme GT 2 series will make its debut in India, Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Latin America in the coming months, following the European debut at the MWC.

Embodying the spirit of “Greater Than You See,” the realme GT 2 Series aims to give users a multi-layered experience of excellence. The visible aspects of master design, stunning display, and fastest CPU performance, work with the invisible and relentless innovation behind the product to give users a premium experience. However, now let’s take a moment to break down the various exciting features of the realme GT 2 Pro that were unveiled earlier at the MWC.

Stunning 2K AMOLED Display

The realme GT 2 Pro comes with Super Reality Display which is built to deliver incredibly realistic visuals that feel rich and natural and provide an ultra-high-resolution display with a high refresh rate. As the world’s First 2K AMOLED Flat Display with LTPO 2.0 Technology, the Super Reality display was created using a 6.7-inch E4 AMOLED with a whopping pixel density of 525 pixels per inch. That greater pixel density means that your text will appear sharper, and your images will show incredible details down to individual blades of grass or strands of hair.

The Super Reality Display has outstanding color performance with a 10-bit color depth, being able to produce an impressive 1.07 billion colors overall which is a 64 times increase in color information from a typical 8-bit display. The display can reach a peak outdoor brightness of an impressive 1,400 nits, making it one of the brightest displays in a similar range. It also features a smart display with 10,240 individual levels of brightness that automatically changes for optimal power saving and a comfortable viewing experience.

With LTPO 2.0 technology, the realme GT 2 Pro can automatically adjust the refresh rate of its display to anywhere between 1 to 120 Hz which can improve battery life by 1.7 hours. With GT Mode 3.0 enabled, it can also offer you 1,000 Hz instant touch sampling. The realme GT 2 Pro has received an A+ for screen quality from DisplayMate which is the highest possible score. A good display needs better protection which is why the realme GT 2 Pro features Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

First Bio-Based Polymer Smartphone Design Created with Naoto Fukasawa

In development, realme had been looking for ways to create an environmentally friendly smartphone with the realme GT 2 and realme GT 2 Pro. After 12 months of research with 63 prototypes, they were successful in doing so as the realme GT 2 Series has the world’s first smartphone to use a biopolymer for its entire rear panel thus reducing carbon emissions from its manufacturing by 35.5%. This was accomplished in collaboration with world-renowned industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa who has previously worked with realme on the design of the GT Master Edition. The realme GT 2 Pro has also received the TCO 9.0 sustainability certification, which requires a socially-responsible manufacturing process for realme and all of its suppliers, with over 40 sustainability performance indicators being checked. The percentage of plastic used in the phone’s packaging has also been reduced from 21.7% to a miniscule 0.3% of plastic.

Following the design philosophy of sustainability, the rear shell of the realme GT 2 Pro is made of SABIC’s LNP ELCRIN bio-based copolymer material, which is certificated by ISCC+. This has various environmental benefits such as offering similar performance to fossil-based alternatives but with a reduction in CO2 emissions per kilogram or being derived from biomass waste or residue that does not compete with the food chains, such as crude tall oil and hydrotreated vegetable oils.

Triple-camera Setup featuring the World’s First 150 ° Ultra-wide Camera and a 40x Micro-lens Camera

realme GT 2 Pro adopts a triple-camera setup featuring the world’s first 150-degrees ultra-wide Camera and a remarkable 40x micro-lens camera. The 50MP primary camera draws into its Sony IMX766 flagship-level sensor with all pixel Omni-directional PDAF and OIS features. The IMX766 comes with both optical image stabilization for photos, and electronic image stabilization for videos. Optical image stabilization means the lens itself physically moves to compensate for your hand movements. The 150-degree ultra-wide Camera gives you the ability to capture extreme panoramas, which gives you a 278% increase in the field of view for your images than most main cameras. To compliment the ultra-wide camera the world’s first fish-eye mode in a smartphone has also been included. The mind-blowing 40X Micro-lens Camera 2.0 allows you to take a closer look and experience the world around you in a whole new way. The new 2.0 version allows you to be 2 times farther away from the subject and increases the depth of field 4-fold, making focusing much easier and gives you much sharper images.

World’s Fastest Android Processor Supercharged by Stainless Steel Vapour Cooling Max

The upcoming realme GT 2 Pro is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset with advanced 4nm process technology and the world’s first ARM v9 architecture, delivering 30% increased performance and sustained efficiency. The realme GT 2 Pro features the industry’s largest heat dissipation area at a staggering 36761mm² allowing for up to 3 degrees Celsius of cooling to maximize the chip’s performance. The cooling area is constructed with an all-new 9-layer cooling structure with a 4129mm² Stainless Steel VC area, providing sustained peak performance.

realme UI 3.0 with 3 years OS updates

Based on Android 12, realme UI 3.0 comes with newly-designed 3D icons, our Fluid Space Design and Omojis, as well as improved privacy functions like app permission control and location hiding. Designed with functionality and customization in mind, realme UI 3.0 allows you to express yourself with greater freedom and create an experience unique to you. Also, realme is committed to providing you with 3 years of major upcoming Android OS updates and 4 years of upcoming Android security patches for the realme GT 2 series.

Apart from all the exciting features mentioned above, the realme GT 2 Pro is also equipped with lightning fast 65W SuperDart Charge enhanced, a massive 5000mAh Battery, an advanced Antenna Matrix System and Dolby Atmos Dual Stereo Speakers. As the performance flagship, realme GT 2 has the same equipment as realme GT 2 Pro, including design, battery, realme UI 3.0, and RAM. It differs in featuring a 120Hz E4 AMOLED Display, the powerful Snapdragon 888 5G Processor and Stainless-Steel Vapor Cooling Plus, and GT Mode 3.0. Keep an eye out for more upcoming news regarding the release of the realme GT 2 series in your country.

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) Lahore Central Business District Development Authority (LCBDDA) also known as Central Business District (CBD) Punjab receives 700 million USD investment proposal from an engineering giant, Techno Engineering Services (TES) to build Pakistan’s first LNG based power plant. The captive power plant is an embedded generation of uninterrupted power supply for Pakistan’s most anticipated business hub. The engineering firm tends to install 150 MW LNG plant which will use “waste heat recovery” process by reusing heat energy. CBD Punjab has always backed cost effective and ecofriendly initiatives and LNG power plant fulfills theme of CBD Punjab ecofriendly approach. LNG is considered to be the cleanest fueling source which doesn’t emit soot, dust or fumes and produces insignificant amount of sulfur dioxide making it very environment friendly.

Imran Amin – CEO LCBDDA stated, “Our aim is to provide best possible ecofriendly utilities to residents across CBD Punjab. Acquiring investment proposal from renowned engineering firms like TES is laudable. It is evidently visible that CBD Punjab has paved the road to enlist Pakistan in first world countries. CBD Punjab is dynamic in contributing to country’s economic growth. Keeping insight the deteriorating air index these ecofriendly utilities are a step towards a greener and breathable Punjab’’.

The canvas of CBD Punjab is massive which will be colored by sky scrapers, ultra-high-rise buildings and architectural masterpieces. Considering the weather conditions of Lahore, District Cooling System (DCS) is also proposed in the proposal.

 

Karachi (Muhammad Yasir) Engro Corporation, Pakistan’s premier business conglomerate, has commenced office operations of its wholly owned subsidiary, Engro Eximp FZE, in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, Emirate of Dubai.

Engro Eximp FZE will explore potential trading opportunities in the energy, fertilizers, petrochemicals and food & agriculture sectors.

According to Ghias Khan, President & CEO of Engro Corporation, “With a vision to expand the Group’s footprint outside Pakistan, we have opened our trading company in Dubai. Through its trading activities, Engro Eximp FZE will aim to create more export engines for sustainable economic growth.” 

He added that this business will help leverage the enormous supply potential of Pakistan to tap the rising GCC demand. The Group’s strategic partnerships and global alliances provide Engro Eximp FZE the foundation to grow and establish its brand internationally.