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Lahore- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics and Mobile phones, has redefined the home-entertainment experience by launching the world’s first Full HD 3D LED TV and a full lineup of 3D home entertainment products. Samsung also announced the expansion of its strategic alliance with DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA) to feature exclusive 3D offerings of the company’s enjoyable film series.
To make 3D TV more accessible for consumers globally, Samsung unveiled a promotional program where buyers of 2010 Samsung 3D TV and 3D Blu-ray Player or Home Theater System, will receive two pairs of Samsung 3D active glasses and 3D Blue-ray versions of famous releases like; “Monsters vs. Aliens” and ”Shrek”.
To celebrate the launch of such revolutionary products, a special performance by the famous band “Black-Eyed Peas” was held at Times Square, New York, where James Cameron, the 3D-filming specialist and Director of the famous 3D movie “Avatar” also joined in the celebrations to shoot the concert in 3D. This filming was streamed live via Dipdive.com, to enable the global audience to see the great Launch.
The Country Manager, Samsung Pakistan, Mr. Steve Han said, “Samsung is the global leader in Televisions since four years. This new, immersive 3D TV experience will gain rapid popularity through our in-store display plan, which will enable US consumers to experience 3D in over 5,000 stores, by the end of 2010. 3D TV is the future of TV. Its ad campaign captioned “Dedicated to Wonder” is created by Oscar-winning director-Mauro Fiore”.
Samsung deployed B-Boys dancers throughout New York City, that added to the festivities. A mega 3D screen display composed of 36 TVs was also installed out doors. The famous TV channel ABC featured the Samsung 3D LED TVs and the stylish 3D glasses, during the famous Jimmy Kimmel Show and on Good Morning America, which is the 2nd most watched morning show in the USA. This particular episode was watched by over 4 million people.
To complement the popularity of 3D in theaters globally, Samsung’s Full HD 3D LED TVs were globally launched in a press-conference in New York City. These include the LED C7000, C8000 and C9000 Series, LCD 750 Series, and the Plasma 7000/8000 Series. These TVs create lifelike depth and color clarity at home, when combined with the BD-C6900 3D Blu-ray player or HT-C6930W 3D home theater system, using stylish 3D glasses.
Real240Hz™ refresh-rate technology and Samsung’s special 3D processor are other prominent features. When not in the 3D mode, you’re back to watching the best performing HDTVs. With Internet@TV connectivity and the first HDTV “Samsung Apps” store, users can download fabulous applications on these products. These eco-conscious HDTV products from Samsung exceed stringent EnergyStar 4.0 guidelines.

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Wi-tribe chooses Nokia Siemens Networks' for unique services contract

18 Mar, 2010
KARACHI: Pakistan will soon enjoy enhanced coverage for superior online freedom with wi-tribe, the country's fastest growing wireless broadband operator, as it moves into the second phase of network expansion.

Wi-tribe has awarded the services contract to Nokia Siemens Networks who will provide a unique solution comprising of site delivery services and project management.

"Our aim is simple - to make wireless broadband a way of life in Pakistan," said Sami Hinedi, CEO of the wi-tribe Group. "This means expanding our coverage to facilitate reliable wireless access anywhere and everywhere. Nokia Siemens Networks' rich local expertise coupled with strong capabilities in site acquisition and project management makes them an ideal partner for our ambitious build out plans."

"Wireless broadband has huge potential in Pakistan to significantly enhance the country's overall broadband penetration rates," said Saad M Waraich, Country Director, Pakistan and Afghanistan, Nokia Siemens Networks. Under the services contract, Nokia Siemens Networks will provide comprehensive site build out services including project management, site acquisition, civil works, and logistics for wi-tribe's Phase 2 sites.

Mobilink revenues grow; base expands

17 Mar, 2010
Lahore:- Mobilink, the country’s market leader in cellular communications and part of the Orascom Telecom Holding (OTH) registered an increase in subscriber base and revenues for Q4 2009 as compared to previous quarter of the same year.

Mobilink demonstrated positive trends in the fourth quarter of 2009 as the company’s revenues as per local currency showed an increase of 5.3% as compared to Q3, 2009. EBITDA for the same period rose by 16.2% and the EBITDA margin improved by 3.4%. ARPU for Q4 of 2009 as compared to the previous quarter was also up by 3.3%. The company’s net base increased approximately by 0.76 million subscribers in this period.

Mobilink’s subscriber base has reached 30.8 million as of December 2009. Earning PKR 86.8 billion for the full year 2009, Mobilink managed to stabilize revenues in local currency despite a tough year for the country in terms of the law and order situation, continued inflation and currency devaluation as well as slow GDP growth and electricity load shedding that remained major constraints. The company’s average revenue per user (ARPU) also remained stable during 2009 in rupee terms.

Commenting on the results, Rashid Khan, President and CEO, Mobilink, shared that the aggressive stance taken by the company in the wake of an overall stressful environment, backed by Mobilink’s distinct advantages of coverage and quality, has paid off. We have retained market share, increased subscriber base and stabilized revenues in rupee terms, he said.

With 31.5% market share as of December 2009 (as reported by PTA) Mobilink continues to be Pakistan’s favorite cellular family.

Dell Pakistan’s Marketing Manager wins The Global MVP Award

17 Mar, 2010
Lahore:- Dell Global Consumer, Asia-Pacific has presented the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award to Nubla Iftikhar, The Marketing Manager at Dell Pakistan. Nubla manages the Consumer and SMB domain for Dell Pakistan.

It is a commendable achievement as Nubla is the first Pakistani female to get this award. Under her able marketing leadership, Dell Consumer and SMB closed the last Financial Quarters attaining the strongest yearly growth in the region. Dell Notebooks are rapidly becoming a household name in Pakistan, with Nubla making a substantial contribution in creating proactive and remarkable marketing strategies. Dell’s competent resources and strategic excellence have provided highly evolved products and services to the local market, elevating the stature of this global IT Giant in the region.

Intel launches new processor

17 Mar, 2010
KARACHI: Combining unprecedented security, performance and energy efficiency, Intel Corporation launched the Intel Xeon Processor 5600 series. “The Intel Xeon Processor 5600 series will be the backbone of mainstream computing environments,” Country Manager Intel Pakistan, Ashar Zaidi said. The new processors deliver two new security features that enable faster encryption and decryption performance for more secure transactions and virtualised environments, providing data centers with a stronger foundation for cloud security. Data centers will also benefit from the power efficiency of the Intel Xeon processor 5600 series.

Wi-tribe gears up for expansion

17 Mar, 2010
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will soon enjoy enhanced coverage of superior online freedom with Wi-tribe, the country’s fastest growing wireless broadband operator, as it moves into the second phase of network expansion. Wi-tribe has awarded the services contract to Nokia Siemens Networks that will provide a unique solution comprising site delivery services and project management. “Our aim is simple - to make wireless broadband a way of life in Pakistan,” said Sami Hinedi, CEO of the Wi-Tribe Group.

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