Telenor decides to suspend its offers during Eid

Telenor decides to suspend its offers during Eid. Telenor Pakistan, one of the largest cellular operator in the country has decided to suspend some of its offer on the Eid-UL-Adha festival. In this regard the carrier has posted a message on its official website that read as
“Suspension of offers to maintain quality of services during Eid”

Dear Customer,
To provide quality service and connectivity with your loved ones, the following services will be suspended on Chand Raat and first day of Eid :

• Talkshawk Mini Budget Offer (*240#)
• Talkshawk Poora Pakistan Offer (*000#)
• Talkshawk Poora Pakistan 24 Hour Offer (*345*24# & *345*25#)
• Super Hit Offer (*345*011#)
• Sahulat Offer (*001#)
• Lahore Offer (*345*042#)
• Mianwali Offer(*345*459#)
• Sindh Offer (*345*266#)
• Talagang Offer (*345*277#)
• Lieah Offer (*345*231#)
• Multan Offer (*345*061#)
• Faisalabad Offer (*345*041#)

Telenor said that the offer will be resumed from 2nd day of Eid..

Its worth mentioning here that the cellular operators in the country suspend their services and affordable offers on the occasion of Eid as previously done by Warid and Mobilink Telecom on Eid-Ul-Fitar festival.

Samsung Pakistan launches Galaxy Note 3 + Gear along with Ufone

Samsung Electronics, the leading Smartphone Brand announced the launch of its new products along with Ufone at a Press Event at Royal Palm, Lahore. The event was attended by the higher management of Samsung, Ufone and Samsung’s distributors along with media representatives. Along with the devices, Samsung also announced a bundle offer from Ufone for Galaxy Note 3 users, comprising of free minutes, text messages and internet. The event included speeches from representatives of Samsung and Ufone along with product presentations and product experience.

Expanding its Note Series, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Note 3, an elegantly designed device. It has a leather feel textured back cover, a 5.7” Full HD Super AMOLED screen and a selection of colours, including Jet Black, Classic White and Blush Pink. The device is powered by an Octa Core Processor (1.9GHz Quad Core + 1.3GHz Quad Core), coupled with 3GB of RAM, making it the most powerful Smartphone in the industry. The device encompasses the signature Note Series S Pen, which has been enhanced to include innovative features including Air Command comprising of Action Memo, Scrapbooker, Screen Write, S Finder and Pen Window. To ensure an uninterrupted experience, the device runs on a powerful & lasting 3,200 mAh battery. It is the ultimate on-the-go device which consolidates core benefits of diverse mobile devices while maintaining Smartphone portability. 

Venturing into the wearable device category, Samsung also introduced the Samsung Galaxy Gear, which allows you to get the benefits of your high end Galaxy Series devices without ever having to take it out of your pocket. It is an innovation that makes you re-think the way you connect and generally live your day-to-day life. Galaxy Gear ensures that you never miss a moment, and can capture it with just a simple flick and tap of your finger with the camera built into the strap. The device also allows you to make calls by accessing your Smartphone's contacts, through a dialer and via S Voice. You get notifications on your Galaxy Gear and can use multiple indigenous and third party applications. 

Galaxy Note 3 has already been made available in the market and Galaxy Gear will be available later this month. 

Mr. Farid Ullah Jan, Samsung Business Head Mobile Phones – Pakistan & Afghanistan said, “We are excited to unveil both the Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear across Pakistan. Further, we are delighted to announce our co-launch with Ufone for Galaxy Note 3 + Gear. The innovative devices will empower our customers with everything they can ever desire so that they can simply feel free. With these remarkable products, I can say today that Samsung is well on its way of turning Pakistan Smart”. 

“Ufone is as committed as always to providing its subscribers with cutting-edge communications solutions and tools. Our collaboration with Samsung is a step ahead in our efforts to be the best in smartphone category in the industry,” said Amir Pasha, Head of Public Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility Ufone. “This Ufone-Samsung co-launch is unique for the Pakistan’s telecom industry, as the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 bundle will provide our valued customers the opportunity to avail free minutes, SMS and internet for one month”. He further added.

Govt decides to launch fingerprint verification for buying SIMs

Govt decides to launch fingerprint verification for buying SIMs.The government has decided to launch fingerprint verification system for the issuance of cellular SIMs. Currently, the government is addressing with the  unofficial or unregistered SIMs issue and had previously blocked thousands on illegal SIMs.  Pakistan is facing a grave war and terror situation and government is of the view that the illegal SIMs are the biggest cause of bloodshed and terrorist activities in the country.Pervez Rashid,  Information Minister, said that the cellular operators in the country are equally responsible for the bloodshed being carried out in the country through bomb blasts.

Therefore, the government decided to introduce the fingerprint verification system for the issuance of the mobile phone SIMs.
In this regard a meeting of the Standing Committee on Interior Affairs was held under the leadership of Senator Talha Mehmood on Wednesday. During the meeting the information minister said that cellular companies are equally responsible critical condition in the country and the CEO of the company should be arrested and bring under the anti-terrorism laws if his company’s SIMs are used for terrorist activities.
The voters’ data list were being used for the purchasing illegal SIM, director General of NDRA told to the committee. He was of the view that for the issuance of new SIMs the fingerprints of the consumers would be taken and compare with the data of NDRA. On the other hand the Director General National Crisis Management told the meeting that lots of cell phones were being used without IMEI number in the country.
The Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan were not present in the meeting. The committee chairman expressed anger over his absence and said the minister never bothered to attend the meeting since he took oath of his office.
We will keep you inform about the latest happening till then stay tuned with us……

Now Block unwanted Calls and Text with Call Blocker Apps

Now Block unwanted Calls and Text with Call Blocker Apps.Now its very easy to block unwanted calls and Text SMS. The people having Android powered smartphones can easily block their unwanted incoming calls and text with the help of different call blocker applications that are available on the Google play store either for Free or at affordable cost. The below mentioned applications are extremely helpful in blocking unwanted call and SMS.

·         Truecaller – Caller ID & Block

·         Mr. Number-Block calls, texts

·         Calls Blacklist – Call Blocker

Truecaller – Caller ID & Block

The Truecaller is very help full app for blocking unwanted calls. It also offers you to search +950 million phone numbers worldwide. It has a lot more features including call block service, caller ID will show you who the unknown caller is with the help of 3G or WiFi. You can download the Truecaller – Caller ID & Block app from Google play store for Free.

Download Free  Truecaller – Caller ID & Block app.

Mr. Number-Block calls, texts

Mr. Number is the most dominant call blocker and a text blocker app. It allows you to block calls, texts from unknown persons. It also lets you send voicemail. You can keep the  spam data or trash it. Add ‘Suspected Spam’ to your block list and Mr. Number blocks them all automatically.

Download Free Mr. Number-Block calls, texts app

 

Calls Blacklist – Call Blocker

This is a very handy application and lets you block both calls and SMS. You can also manage a blcaklsit. If you are looking for a call blocker or SMS spam filter, this application is what you need. It is very lightweight and does not consume your smartphone battery power.

Download Free Calls Blacklist – Call Blocker app

You can also download numerous other call and SMS block app including Call Control - Call Blocker, Call Blocker, WhosCall - Caller ID & Block and PrivacyStar Caller ID & Block.

All these call and SMS blocker apps are available for download for Free on Google Play store.

Zong Sponsors the Pakistan vs South Africa Cricket Series

Zong patronizes Pakistan’s favorite sport – Cricket, by sponsoring the upcoming Pakistan vs South Africa cricket series. Zong is one of the sponsors of this highly anticipated cricket series. This exciting cricket series will be held from 14^th October, 2013 to 15^th November, 2013 in UAE. In the Pakistan vs South Africa series, South Africa will re-enter the test cricket arena after 8 months absence where Pakistan and South Africa will battle it out against each other in 2 test matches, 5 ODIs and 2 T20 matches. “Zong is immensely pleased  and excited about sponsoring one of the most exhilarating cricket series of this season – the Pakistan vs South Africa series in UAE”, said Mr. Farooq Niaz, Head of Public Relations and CSR, Zong.

Zong Pledges Support for Earthquake Relief in Balochistan in Collaboration with Pakistan Red Crescent Society

Zong – a China Mobile Pakistan (CMPak) company and part of China Mobile, the largest telecom operator in the world has taken active steps to provide immediate relief to the earthquake victims of Balochistan. In collaboration with the earthquake relief efforts of Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), Zong’s CSR activities will focus on the areas that were worst-hit by the earthquake - Labach and Tir Tej Tehsils of Awaran District, Balochistan. Zong has launched a well-planned strategy to provide fast and effective relief to cover maximum earthquake victims of Balochistan in the shortest possible time. In the 1st phase, Zong will be sending food relief from Karachi for immediate consumption in partnership with PRCS to the relief camps in Labach.

Ban on Skype, Viber, WhatsApp and Tango in Karachi for 3 Months

The government of Sindh has decided to ban the Skype, Viber, WhatsApp and Tango in Karachi by keeping in view the security situation. This decision was taken during a meeting between Sindh Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah and other security officials including the additional IG Karachi, DG Rangers and representatives of intelligence agencies. The ban was declared by the Provincial Information Minister Sharjeel Memon. He said now the terrorists are using these instant messaging and voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications including Skype, Whatspp, Tango and Viber to communicate after the targeted operation was launched. He said that the Home Minister will contact with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to impose the ban on the services in the province.

Get 1000 Free Minutes, SMS & Mbs with Mobilink SIM Lagao Offer for October 2013

Mobilink telecom has introduced its SIM Lagao offer for the month of October. The Mobilink subscribers who have not used their Mobilink SIM since 1^st September, 2013 can enjoy FREE 1000 Mobilink Minutes, 1000 SMS & 1000 MBs for 3 days. Furthermore, they can also avail 100 Mobilink Minutes, 100 SMS & 100 MBs for 4 days on every recharge of Rs 50 and above.

On putting back the Mobilink SIM the customers will get;

• Free 1000 Minutes
• Free 1000 SMS
• Free 1000 MB Internet

Ufone comes up with SIM Lagao Offer: A chance to get Free calls, SMS & Mobile Internet

Ufone telecom has come out with its stunning SIM Lagao offer for the month of October, those Ufone customers who have not used their Ufone SIM since 1^st September, 2013 can get a chance to enjoy Free Minutes, SMS and Mobile Internet. If you are a Ufone customer and you don’t have use your SIM then start using it and get free calls, SMS and internet for the whole first week on re-activating. Furthermore, the Ufone customers, after the first week, will  get additional free calls, SMS and mobile Internet daily on consuming balance worth Rs. 8 or more on daily basis (including tax).

Mobilink Foundation initiates earthquake relief operations in Baluchistan

Mobilink Foundation to distribute food assistance to over 7,000 affectees in Awaraan.Mobilink Foundation has initiated relief operations in Baluchistan as a means of alleviating the distress of those affected by the recent earthquake. A severe shortage of food has resulted in starvation in the worse affected areas. As part of its initial effort, Mobilink Foundation will be collaborating with the Government of Baluchistan to distribute food assistance to over 7,000 victims in various relief camps in the vicinity of Awaraan and surrounding areas. 

As part of the collaboration, the Government of Baluchistan will ensure safe passage for Mobilink Foundation’s relief caravans en route to relief camps in Awaraan.

Warid and HBL sign an Agreement for the provision of USSD Channel for HBL Express

Habib Bank Limited and Warid Telecom signed an agreement today for a strategic alliance whereby Warid Telecom will provide Habib Bank Limited with access to Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD), enabling ‘HBL Express’ (Habib Bank Limited’s branchless banking project) to conduct financial transactions in the most reliable and secure manner.Telecom companies are uniquely placed in the branchless banking eco-system since they have the required technology and resources to enhance the growth and uptake of this burgeoning industry. This partnership will allow HBL Express to expand its branchless banking footprint in Pakistan while providing peace of mind to its consumers since all financial transactions carried out will be completely safe and secure. The provision of USSD services is the first step in this alliance which will provide financial and commercial benefit to both organisations in the coming future.

Telenor starts offering Qmobile & Nokia smartphones with Free internet Bundles

Telenor starts offering Qmobile & Nokia smartphones with Free internet Bundles

Telenor Pakistan is offering a bunch of Nokia and Qmobile smartphones  with its Free internet package. Telenor is offering the following smartphones at an affordable price:

Qmobile Phones:

Qmobile Bolt A4

Qmobile Bolt A2 Lite

Nokia Phones:

Nokia Asha 301

Nokia Asha 205

You can read the full specifications of the Qmobile Bolt A4 and Qmobile Blot A2 Lite at here and here. The price tag of Qmobile Bolt A4 and Qmobile Blot A2 Lite contains the price tag of  PKR 82,50 and  PKR 65,00 respectively.

Mobilink offers customized communication solutions for Lahore’s real estate sector

Mobilink has introduced a customized communication solution for DHA’s Real Estate (RE) Agents Association in Lahore. The solution, based on Mobilink’s Closed User Group (CUG) model, will offer the members of the Association with an economical means to facilitate communication within the group. The CUG service will enable quick access to the employees of the 380 member companies of the association who will be offered up to 1000 free minutes per month. For members with greater frequency of calls within the association, a bundle of 5000 minutes per month is being offered for highly discounted prices. The CUG member will also be offered SMS and voice bundles as well as customizable package plans.

Nasir Bilal, Director Business Services Division, speaking on the launch of the services said, 

“Mobilink believes in creating unmatched solutions for our business customers by offering innovative and uninterrupted communication services. We designed this solution specially to cater to the needs of the DHA’s Real Estate Agents Association. The service offers unprecedented freedom, economical value and unparalleled communication round the clock.’’

Ufone Gold Call offer lets you a chance to Win Gold (Sona) by making just one call

Ufone Telecom, the innovator of launching outstanding offers, comes out with an exciting offer called ‘Ufone Gold Call offer’ , which allows its customers to win 1 tola gold (Sona) by just making a single call in a day. Now the subscribers of Ufone can make calls anywhere in Pakistan and can get a reward of 1 tola gold under Golden Call Offer campaign. Ufone will reward the customers by organizing Lucky Draw, and every day ten (10) lucky winners will be given 1 tola gold (sona) each. By making more and more calls, each subscriber can improve their his0her chance of winning the lucky draw by automatically getting multiple entries. This is of course a luck based offer and customers can make calls at the normal rates as no hidden charges are there.The Ufone Chief Marketing Officer Akbar Khan said, 

Huawei ASCEND P6 Clinches EISA Award

The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has chosen this year’s best mobile devices for Europe. Amazingly, Huawei’s Ascend P6 has won the “consumer smartphone of the year”, 2013-2014.

The EISA award is definitely nothing trivial. It combines the merit of Europe’s largest association of appropriate journals: 50 magazines from 20 European countries are represented under the banner and have been choosing the best in categories since 1982. At the EISA Awards, the Ascend P6 has received great reviews across the board and remarkably has been able to get the attention it deserves in the Western market. Notably, the phone has already got readily acceptance in London market because of its outstanding features.

SC orders to appoint PTA Chairman in 15 days

Supreme Court of Pakistan has directed the government to appoint the members and chairman of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in the next 15 days while keeping in view the rules and regulations of the institution. Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhary also ordered that the auction of 3G license must be done 15 days after the appointment of members and chairman of PTA.
The chief justice said,

“The appointments should be made before proceeding with the 3G licence auction.”

Breaking News: PTA directs cellular operators to halt All Voice and SMS bundles

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has directed all the cellular operators in Pakistan to halt all the Voice and SMS bundles that are being offered to their subscribers. PTA took this decision by keeping in view the moral values of society. Currently, the cellular companies are offering daily, weekly, fortnightly and monthly packages and according to PTA directives the telecom operators have to submit a compliance report to the authority by 2^nd September, 2013.

Mobilink kicks off mobile internet educational campaign across Pakistan

Customer centric ‘Tour de Shughalpur’ activation highlights opportunities with mobile internet. Mobilink has launched a customer centric educational campaign tilted ‘Tour de Shughalpur’’. This innovative and engaging activation aims at creating awareness about the opportunities possible with mobile internet usage in Pakistan. The campaign is in line with Mobilink’s vision to bring the latest technology and services to customers utilizing its network across Pakistan.

Wateen Achieves Cisco Cloud and Managed Services Advanced Certification

Wateen Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd., a subsidiary of Wateen Telecom Ltd. – the largest privately owned converged communication service provider in the country, announced today that it has achieved the Cisco Cloud and Managed Services Advanced Certification. This certification recognizes Wateen Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd. as having the capabilities to sell and deliver cloud and managed services to help accelerate time to market and time to revenue. Additionally, the certification rewards partners for their expertise and investments for creating, selling and delivering cloud and managed services

Ufone SIM Lagao Offer lets you make Unlimited Free Calls without recharge or balance consumption

Ufone SIM Lagao offer is now letting you to make Unlimited Free call without any recharge and balance consumptions. If you are a Ufone customer and you don’t have used your Ufone SIM since 1^st August, 2013 can make Free Calls (Ufone to Ufone) till 31st August 2013 without any recharge or balance consumption.