PTA Directed to Complete 3G Auction by February 2014

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3srBd4aZMrBRg1NmFm-VNQ92q9Cej3_w0-qU16eRw6yrE6XACXY4VwqhltbEcphaEiyFvqPSYkj4UaO883CEJntDqjGay1RWUVitzqrtEL8QFCRn3Yv21NmKl5uSBKbYtdpsu66oBxrg/s1600/3G-License-Auction-in-Pakistan_thumb1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3srBd4aZMrBRg1NmFm-VNQ92q9Cej3_w0-qU16eRw6yrE6XACXY4VwqhltbEcphaEiyFvqPSYkj4UaO883CEJntDqjGay1RWUVitzqrtEL8QFCRn3Yv21NmKl5uSBKbYtdpsu66oBxrg/s640/3G-License-Auction-in-Pakistan_thumb1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> Ministry of IT has issued policy directive regarding “Spectrum Auction for Next Generation Mobile Services in Pakistan” to PTA on 7^th October 2013, said a statement issued by Ministry.<br /> Policy Directive was approved by Prime Minister himself.<br /> The policy directive pertains to auction of spectrum for next generation mobile services in Pakistan (including 3G and advanced generations).<br /> PTA is entrusted to carry out the auction in the most transparent manner in the shortest possible time. In this regard, PTA will hire the services of a consultant.<br /> According to the directive, the allocation of the spectrum will be technology neutral and auction will be open for new entrants as well. Also, auction winners will encourage and facilitate local manufacturing, transfer of technology and research and innovation in telecom sector of Pakistan.<br /> PTA has informed that auction will be complete by end February 2014.<br /> As per policy directive, government has made it mandatory for existing cellular operators to share infrastructure on a cost-sharing basis with new entrants as well as among themselves. The PTA will prepare guidelines in this regard. It maybe recalled that a similar framework is already in place but is seldom practiced.<br /> According to the policy directives, the consultant – to be hired by PTA in next couple of months — will identify the number and size of the block to be auctioned considering the market situation. The Frequency Allocation Board has identified 30 megahertz (MHz) paired spectrum in 1.9GHz/2.1GHz band for auction.<br /> The new licence will be technology neutral and useable for technologies standardised for third-generation (3G) and advanced generation mobile services. The licence will be offered for a period of 15 years.</div>

PTA Directed to Complete 3G Auction by February 2014

Ministry of IT has issued policy directive regarding “Spectrum Auction for Next Generation Mobile Services in Pakistan” to PTA on 7 th ...

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Nokia to End Support for Symbian and Meego from Jan 1st, 2014

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh91nlUK9USZ28nE1bz-eGK20u14PclWNnCpmHAW3KaPNeqXl68231u6GndKCmJzzfuLTg_DKtjYPWIhwnGXdY-Yo-GYtVqt63d_-s9uP392L6PYidd-XN3yNb0CtDTD2qIesYYkD1pZWM/s1600/Symian.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh91nlUK9USZ28nE1bz-eGK20u14PclWNnCpmHAW3KaPNeqXl68231u6GndKCmJzzfuLTg_DKtjYPWIhwnGXdY-Yo-GYtVqt63d_-s9uP392L6PYidd-XN3yNb0CtDTD2qIesYYkD1pZWM/s1600/Symian.jpg" /></a></div> Nokia has just discovered a new way to tarnish your new year celebrations. The Finns have announced that from the very start of 2014, it will be ending the support for its Symbian – once the king of mobile OSes – and Meego Operating Systems.<br /> What that means is that while you will be able to download apps from those operating systems’ app stores, those apps won’t be getting updates any longer. No apps will be posted to the store after that either.<br /> “If you have Symbian and MeeGo content in the Nokia Store, it will continue to be available for download to customers, and you will continue to receive download and revenue reports as well as payouts for downloaded content”, the company said in an email to developers. “However, starting January 1, 2014, you will no longer be able to publish any new content or update existing content for Symbian and MeeGo.”<br /> While this news isn’t a surprise, recent events in the Nokia’s history including the move to Windows Phone and the eventual selling of the phone division to Microsoft meant that this move was probably hastened.<br /> Nokia had already announced earlier this year that it would never make a Symbian phone again.</div>

Nokia to End Support for Symbian and Meego from Jan 1st, 2014

Nokia has just discovered a new way to tarnish your new year celebrations. The Finns have announced that from the very start of 2014, i...

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Team Etisalat Completes Cycle Tour for Diabetes ICT Research and Development

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisVe5cNIWm_zjbv7lfckYYIh7xeMVU1oC2y8wo03yBQxm0AXHcXBUj7aEZnBeyJEdnKZdfLqJak3Tn9gPKEoq4wTPu-wfhWjhw1QKG4p8WXLc7Gegq8LDYrIQVQwAhfOkKrKE-_RE-K4g/s1600/Team-Etisalat-Completes-Epic-Cycle-Tour-for-Diabetes-ICT-Research-Development.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisVe5cNIWm_zjbv7lfckYYIh7xeMVU1oC2y8wo03yBQxm0AXHcXBUj7aEZnBeyJEdnKZdfLqJak3Tn9gPKEoq4wTPu-wfhWjhw1QKG4p8WXLc7Gegq8LDYrIQVQwAhfOkKrKE-_RE-K4g/s1600/Team-Etisalat-Completes-Epic-Cycle-Tour-for-Diabetes-ICT-Research-Development.jpg" /></a></div> <div class="wp-caption-text" style="text-align: center;"> <span style="color: blue;">PTCL’s cyclist Muhammad Rizwan along with Team Etisalat at the Cross-Euro Cycle tour held to create awareness against Diabetes.</span></div> Etisalat Group yesterday celebrated the successful completion of an arduous cycling tour through five European countries to conduct research and test prototype technology to manage diabetes.<br /> Cyclists from Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) were also part of the Etisalat’s international cycling team. Each of the participants of Team Etisalat, hailing from its operations in UAE, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Tanzania were given a hero’s welcome and congratulated by the company’s senior management at a special ceremony in Abu Dhabi.<br /> “These Etisalat employees tested their physical and mental capabilities to the limit in order to help progress the development of mHealth technologies to help people with diabetes,” said Ahmed Abdulkarim Julfar, the CEO of Etisalat Group and a Board Member of the GSMA. “Technology has a role to play in managing these diseases and other health conditions and by working with other ICT players we are showing the commitment of our industry to helping our customers and improving their lifestyles.”<br /> The GSMA Grand Health Tour concluded in Barcelona, Spain, after crossing through Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and France. The riders took turns to represent Team Etisalat over four 3-day, stages cycling approximately 200km per day. The total journey was 2,100km including 22,000 metres of climbs and several difficult locations that have been used for the Tour de France.<br /> Ali Alsheri from Mobily, part of Etisalat’s operations in Saudi Arabia, led the team out from Brussels, along with UAE colleague Shahzad Ahmed.  In the Second Stage, Jason Woodrow who is based on Etisalat’s Abu Dhabi headquarters, and 56-year old Chief Technology Officer, Moncef Mettiji  from Zantel in Tanzania, covered over 600km each.<br /> In the Third stage, Ahmed Rizwan (PTCL, part of Etisalat’s operations in Pakistan), Ahmed Ragaie, from (Etisalat Misr, Egypt), and Sara Coppo (Etisalat Group, UAE), navigated tricky descents through the French Alps from Voreppe, close to Switzerland towards Castres which neighbours Spain.<br /> <div class="wp-caption-text" style="text-align: left;"> In November 2012, the GSMA launched its mDiabetes Program, which encourages collaboration among people affected by diabetes, the policy makers and regulators, healthcare providers, healthcare payers and the mobile operator community. The project aims to develop and implement mHealth initiatives designed to manage the disease.</div> </div>

Team Etisalat Completes Cycle Tour for Diabetes ICT Research and Development

PTCL’s cyclist Muhammad Rizwan along with Team Etisalat at the Cross-Euro Cycle tour held to create awareness against Diabetes. Etisala...

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Breaking: Zong Decides Not to Bid for Warid Telecom

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDghFWr4tl98gtyVMQfeMuWAp-F5cZvpO2vok4gfttlNPqb80T2WnuBMYfaJj-OzqWHTbP8K1wHmbWVDFgjqlP0RXGBzqi7dZL7I3cYHb-jXakSCkqJc_380V2iCxO_Xnu-_FUxj1B_Qk/s1600/Zong.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDghFWr4tl98gtyVMQfeMuWAp-F5cZvpO2vok4gfttlNPqb80T2WnuBMYfaJj-OzqWHTbP8K1wHmbWVDFgjqlP0RXGBzqi7dZL7I3cYHb-jXakSCkqJc_380V2iCxO_Xnu-_FUxj1B_Qk/s1600/Zong.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> In a rather surprizing move, CMpak or Zong decided not to bid for Warid Telecom, we have confirmed with sources.<br /> As per highly reliable sources, Etisalat and VimpelCom are the only two groups contesting to take hold of 100 percent shares of Warid Telecom.<br /> CMPak, one of the favourites, opted out of the bidding on the last day, confirmed us a source who wanted to remain unnamed.<br /> Mr. Sikandar Naqi, Chief Public Relation Officer, Zong, confirmed RexHacker that CMPak decided not to opt for the bidding for Warid in Pakistan after conducting business evaluation of the proposition.<br /> It merits mentioning here that <a href="http://rexhacker.blogspot.com/2013/09/zong-still-rallying-for-warid-hires.html" target="_blank">Zong had aggressively expressed its interest in Warid</a>, a deal which could get the company at least 11 million subscribers to take it to number two position in the market in terms of subscribers.<br /> Experts are pretty much surprized with the development. They are unable to comprehend the fact that Zong has missed such an opportunity, especially when its parent group (China Mobile) has over USD 70 billion dollars cash in hand.<br /> When asked about his thoughts on the development, Mr. Sohaib Sheikh, a telecom expert, said that It is too early to speculate right now on this. Zong has done phenomenal work in Pakistan and has been committed to the rollout of their network footprint and increasing their subscriber base. He further added that if its true then there decision must have been backed by some rationale and thought process behind it and it shows company’s confidence and strong focus on 3G to capitalize its growing market share amongst the potential segments.<br /> There are clear speculations that Zong has saved the money for investment in 3G operations, while others are of the opinion that Warid’s high asking price was the bone of contention.<br /> Zong didn’t clarify the reasons for pulling out of Warid bidding but said that company has decided to invest aggressively in Pakistan in the near future to transform CMPak within the technology industry and to achieve growth through investing in 3G and beyond.<br /> It is expected that the outcome of the bidding — for the sale of Warid — will surface after Eid, somewhere around the last week of October, 2013.</div>

Breaking: Zong Decides Not to Bid for Warid Telecom

In a rather surprizing move, CMpak or Zong decided not to bid for Warid Telecom, we have confirmed with sources. As per highly reliable ...

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QMobile Announces Two New Entry-Level Smartphones, the Noir A30 and A34

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> QMobile has unveiled two new smartphones running on Android, called the Noir A30 and Noir A34.<br /> The A30 is the better of the phones and is a bit expensive comparatively, costing PKR 7,800 PKR vs PKR 7,500 price tag of A34.<br /> The phones come with 3.5 inch displays, Dual-SIM compatibility and dual-core processors. Keep reading to know further.<br /> <h4> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Noir A30</span></h4> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMSmzcTHW56GxHUv0MPpzSN1qJZAqksMscoHKDR2WockekqeQK2Th5hlDsfUXiOdMctzm2Z5ZL1YQct_OGYZTGMJ21plIMwLbGR2M11kJw_IDBzuaptooh4-svK93JM2dvAqdPFwA4HLc/s1600/A34-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMSmzcTHW56GxHUv0MPpzSN1qJZAqksMscoHKDR2WockekqeQK2Th5hlDsfUXiOdMctzm2Z5ZL1YQct_OGYZTGMJ21plIMwLbGR2M11kJw_IDBzuaptooh4-svK93JM2dvAqdPFwA4HLc/s1600/A34-01.jpg" /></a></div> The Noir A30 comes with a 3.5 inch LCD display of HVGA resolution.<br /> Under the hood, it boasts a dual-core processor of unknown kind. Still, dual-core phones are harder to come by at this price point. That’s accompanied by 256 MB RAM which is decidedly low, considering that competing Samsung phones come with 1 GB memory.<br /> There is 512 MB of internal storage, which is expandable while the phone also boasts two front and back cameras of VGA and 2 mp resolutions respectively.<br /> Connectivity options include Bluetooth, microUSB, Wi-Fi and GPS. Dual-Sim compatibility is also onboard and the phone runs on Android version 4.2 Jelly Bean.<br /> There’s a 1500 mAh battery on the back, which should be enough for one day of usage.<br /> The price of Noir A30 in Pakistan is Rs. 7,800.<br /> <h4> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Noir A34</span></h4> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOAVO5YiP7fpwJJT3PWInuDVa3HlDmbsc7fiL5j3TGSb5dQf34R31rEsL7PO4sYyb3WpgbDvo5N_CYB9Ps907tRBuBS0rrX3h-8C-mhZm_iuW2D7flXfinyMy4qBNYkOAxEtbVzvqtjI/s1600/A34-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOAVO5YiP7fpwJJT3PWInuDVa3HlDmbsc7fiL5j3TGSb5dQf34R31rEsL7PO4sYyb3WpgbDvo5N_CYB9Ps907tRBuBS0rrX3h-8C-mhZm_iuW2D7flXfinyMy4qBNYkOAxEtbVzvqtjI/s1600/A34-02.jpg" /></a></div> The more modest phone of the two, the Noir A34 is an almost totally same package, save for the thicker design (13.3mm vs 12.6mm), no GPS and smaller battery (1300mAh vs 1500mAh). It also runs on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean.<br /> The 3.5 inch display is of the same HVGA resolution of 480 x 320 pixels. The internal consists of the same dual-core processor, 256 MB RAM and 512 MB expandable storage. Back camera is of 2 mp, followed by a VGA camera upfront.<br /> Dual-sim compatibility and the same connectivity options (Bluetooth, microUSB, Wi-Fi, GPS) complete the package.<br /> The price of Noir A34 in Pakistan is Rs. 7,500.<br /> The duo is available now.<span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></div>

QMobile Announces Two New Entry-Level Smartphones, the Noir A30 and A34

QMobile has unveiled two new smartphones running on Android, called the Noir A30 and Noir A34. The A30 is the better of the phones...

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TV Timings App by Warid

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc65nZv921KH1SRp9skNnyCYZblxaUL-0wdIdzyDBOwWKtXpdXtHCC5B8KyYJFnpD9WLZwh3fmBE5JUfGz_LKygSFK7feT_84DBXG5uZit11uCBEJurp0QQ6_qIQHLcYlK4WU_znFVAXY/s1600/Warid_TV.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc65nZv921KH1SRp9skNnyCYZblxaUL-0wdIdzyDBOwWKtXpdXtHCC5B8KyYJFnpD9WLZwh3fmBE5JUfGz_LKygSFK7feT_84DBXG5uZit11uCBEJurp0QQ6_qIQHLcYlK4WU_znFVAXY/s1600/Warid_TV.jpg" /></a></div> You might have come across many crucial situations when you are waiting for your favorite TV shows and due to your busy schedule you are unaware of its passage. This moment could possibly be the sole reason of your depression and lack of focus on your tiring work too.<br /> Many solutions have been presented to us in the form of different kinds of Dish Antennas, many GPRS packages and also in the most portable form of your cell –phone apps.<br /> Android and iOS are now days top notch Operating Systems which have made their ways in to the tech market, you can also have a look at the app stores of both of the Smartphone champions.<br /> Here you are definitely going to get thousands of apps (paid/free) regarding online TV shows. In addition to this remarkable collection, Warid is raising its handshake with Android to make its position much more strong in Pakistan’s telecom world.<br /> Here we present you with the latest innovation of Warid Telecom’s TV Timings app, which is available for all mobile subscribers.<br /> As the name shows, this app provides the customers with a wide range of options in an organized manner with multiple categories like Entertainment, Sports, and Cooking Shows etc. Warid customers can take benefit or every local and international TV channel’s schedule along with a detailed program guide; here they can also get regular updates regarding all latest shows worldwide.<br /> This TV Timings app also allows you to set reminders for your favourite TV shows which eliminate the chance of missing it.<br /> Warid TV Timing app is currently available for Android platform only. Moreover, the app is not exclusive for Warid customers only, i.e. any Android user of any network can use the app with convenience.<br /> <h4> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Features</span></h4> <ul> <li>You can check program schedule of channels</li> <li>Multiple channels categories are included in app</li> <li>You can easily search favorite program by using keyword search.</li> <li>It is easy now to bookmark your favorite channels by just clicking bookmark option.</li> <li>You can set reminder for your favorite TV programs.</li> <li>Browse channels by just entering channel name keyword in search description</li> <li>Schedule the total using time of app according to your requirement</li> <li>All popular channels of Pakistan are included in app</li> <li>Very interactive but simple to use graphics interface of app</li> <li>App available for downloading 24/7 on Warid Telecom’s website (<a href="http://m.waridtel.com/" target="_blank">m.waridtel.com</a>)</li> </ul> <h4> <span style="font-weight: bold;">How to download</span></h4> <ul> <li>You just have to visit following link to download the app from your mobile: <a href="http://m.waridtel.com/" target="_blank">m.waridtel.com</a></li> <li>You must have android 2.2 or above available in your smartphone to browse website and download the app.</li> <li>Size: 4.2MB</li> </ul> <h4> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Pricing</span></h4> <ul> <li>This app is free but only standard GPRS charges charged by telecom operators apply.</li> </ul> So guys! There is nothing better than experiencing it yourself. Get a mobile connection now and enjoy all these amazing apps from this <a href="http://m.waridtel.com/" target="_blank">link</a>z  zg.<br /> Don’t forget to share your experience in the comments below.<br /> <h4> <span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></h4> </div>

TV Timings App by Warid

You might have come across many crucial situations when you are waiting for your favorite TV shows and due to your busy schedule you are...

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