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Google is Killing Its URL Shortener!

URL shorteners are quite common on the web as they allow an easy sharing of otherwise lengthy web addresses. In 2009, Google too launched its URL shortener  ‘goo.gl’ but now it seems like the tech giant is shutting it down like too many of its other iconic features.

Farwell Google URL Shortener

In a blog, Google’s Michael Hermanto declared that starting April 13, users who had never utilized  goo.gl before March 31 will not be able to generate new short links.

“To refocus our efforts, we’re turning down support for goo.gl over the coming weeks”

However, existing users will be able to use Google’s URL Shortener for a year before it will get completely shut down on March 30, 2019.

Welcoming Firebase Dynamic Links (FDL)

 

Googe is now moving towards smart links called FDL. An advanced and more secure form of linking, FDL will allow people to redirect to specific locations in iOS, Android or web apps.

Michael Hermanto revealed:

 “FDLs are smart URLs that allow you to send existing and potential users to any location within an iOS, Android or web app”

The link will be automatically tweaked depending on who the user is, where they link from, and what hardware they are using.

However, other alternatives like  Bitly or Ow.ly still can be used for link shortening.

Over past few years, Google has shut down other services like Google Reader and Picassa. What is next in line to be axed, let’s wait and watch.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates.

 

Nissan and Renault Might Merge to Establish a New Company!

Nissan and Renault just might come together to establish a new company.

Both brands have recently been in talks for a merger to solidify their alliance under a single stock and to enter the electric automotive industry in the times ahead.

As of now, according to a Bloomberg report, Renault currently owns 43% of Nissan while the Japanese carmaker has a 15% stake in its French counterpart.

A merger would also help the companies take on their rivals including Volkswagen AG and Toyota Motor Corp.

If the merger proves to be a success, Nissan will share its shareholder stocks with Renault in exchange for their holdings.

The automaker may maintain headquarters in both Japan and France, however more details about this are to come in the near-future.

On the other hand, Nissan and Renault might place their HQ in Japan or France, or maybe in both!

United Motors Reveal Their New ‘Bravo’ Car!

Farhan Saeed Gets Trolled Over Awkward Picture With HSY

Pakistani power couple Urwa Hocane and Farhan Saeed always manage to stay in the spotlight!

From a grand wedding, electrifying chemistry to their sizzling photo shoots, they are able to rock it all. While the celebrity pair is ultimate #Couplegoals, the internet is simply obsessed with trolling #Urhan!

Remember their Dolce Vita photoshoot that went viral and became the butt of all jokes?

Internet Cannot Stop Trolling Urwa & Farhan’s Photoshoot

Well, social media is after them again after the latest selfie of the duo with HSY hit the internet!

At first glance, nothing really seems wrong with the photo! Just three friends having a laugh with HSY posing as if he is photobombing a very romantic capture, right?

Until a savage troll made the world realized this hilarious thing!

Apparently, poor Farhan Saeed just could not fake the moment!

Spot on!

His hilarious expressions have now given social media the perfect new meme!

So what really was Farhan thinking?

Was he angry?

Or was he just not in the mood for a picture? #ROFL

 Guess we will never find out!

Have anything to add to the story? Let us know in the comments below.

 

Feroze Khan’s Chothi Rasam Images are Going Viral on Social Media!

After breaking the hearts of her female fans and followers, Feroze Khan is now giving all of us major wedding goals.

The Khaani star announced before his wedding that he would be tying the knot in a simple manner. But it turns out that the starlet had a grand Mayun, Mehndi, and Baraat and now the pictures of his ‘chothi rasam’ are going viral on the social media.

Feroze Khan’s Wedding Pictures You Need to See!

The couple had another grand gathering for ‘chothi rasam’ at the bride’s place.

Here are the pictures and videos of Aliza and Feroze Khan’s ‘chothi rasam’:

Regardless of the fact that Feroze and Humaima requested fans to respect their privacy, the stars are keeping us updated with the glamorous happenings

As soon as the Khaani star Feroze Khan and his sister Humaima Malik announced the news of starlet tying the knot in an arranged marriage, the social media erupted with fans and followers going gaga over the news.

The media started to follow the family to get updates on the grand wedding celebrations. Though the family wanted it to be a private affair, details from Feroze Khan’s attire to dance practices at his house were all out.

 

Are Feroze Khan and his bride giving you the wedding goals? Let us know in the comment section.

This post first appeared on Very Filmi.


Contributed by: Hira Ahmed

Fiza Ali’s Tribute to Noor Jehan Sparks Outrage From Fans!

Actress Fiza Ali might have had good intentions when she tried to pay a tribute to Madam Noor Jehan by dressing up like the Malika-e-Tarannum, but it all went terribly wrong when she appeared as the singing icon in Nida Yasir’s morning show “Good Morning Pakistan”.

The moment Nida Yasir, the host of the show, announced that the actress Fiza Ali will pay a tribute to Noor Jehan, NJ fans got excited but their expectations were shattered when Fiza Ali revealed her makeover.

The apparel of the actress, no doubt, was on point but her makeup and hairdo were horribly done which ruined her overall look.

The fans of Madam Noor Jehan think that the actress’s makeover did not do justice with the pride of Pakistan.

Look at what the internet has to say about her makeover.

The fans of Mallika-e-Tarannum also think that this is rather an insult to the legendary playback singer and actress.

This is not the first time that the host of morning shows in Pakistan are being bashed over their blunders. They really need to understand that creative ideas should be creative, not creepy. Legends like Madam Noor Jehan, Mehdi Hasan and Abdus Sattar Edhi should be off-limits for such tributes because their contribution has been immense and that their fans will feel disheartened if they are represented in the wrong way.

Did Fiza Ali do justice to the style of Noor Jehan or did she offend her fandom? Let us know in the comment section.

The post first appeared on Veryfilmi.com

Contributed by: Hira Ahmed

PTA Blocks Thousands of Proxy & Adult Websites Nationwide!

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has worked day and night to ensure that users are secured while using the internet.

One of the many actions the watchdog has taken is blocking porn and proxy websites.

PTA disclosed the figures in front of the Supreme Court, Mr. Nayyar Rizvi, Additional Attorney General (AAG) submitted a report claiming that PTA has blocked 0.4 million adult sites and 9,846 proxy sites as well.

The report also revealed that the authority has blocked other illegal satellite programming and content which is aired by local cable operators around the country.

Pakistan Among 18 Countries Tied with WhatsApp Adult Group!

The report was submitted to the SC when it was hearing a case against airing obscene, vulgar and objectionable material through direct to home (DTH) service.

According to TechJuice, PTA has also established a ‘Web Analysis Cell’, following the legal framework and directions issued by the federal government. Through this cell reported websites on PTA’s helpline, toll-free number, fax, post/web, form and dedicated email are analyzed and process.

Another step taken by the authoritative figure is that they have placed a parental consent software list on its website, in order to aware people about the dark side of the internet in collaboration with Higher Education Commission (HEC).

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

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Atlas Honda Increases Prices for Bikes in Pakistan!

Well, it looks like cars are not the only transport mode which has witnesses a price increase for the second time in 2018! Atlas Honda has once again increased prices on their motorcycles.

The price increase lies from Rs500-3,000 depending on the model. Previously, the company had increased its prices by Rs-500-1,000 on their Honda CG-125, 100CC Pridor, and Honda CG-125 Deluxe.

New Prices for Atlas Honda Bikes

Toyota Pakistan Hints Price Hike for Popular Models!

Previously, Suzuki, Toyota (Indus Motors), Honda and others have increased their prices for the second time this year.

Honda Pakistan Increases its Price-Tag, AGAIN!

Indus Motors Company’s Chief Executive Officer Ali Asghar Jamali, former Chairman of Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories manufacturers Aamir Allawal, attended a media workshop held at a local hotel in Muzaffarabad, Azad Kashmir.

At the meet, they informed all those who attended that that there are various factors that influence the rise of the price of their vehicles. This includes current trends, and high costs of materials used in the manufacturing of cars; especially steel, copper, and plastic.

“ALL OF THESE THINGS CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS THE VALUE OF A MANUFACTURED CAR IN PAKISTAN. I ASSUME THAT TOYOTA COROLLA’S PRICE COULD SHOOT UP BY RS, 100,000,” JAMALI

“The auto industry, on average, creates one job for every Rs 150,000 invested in the manufacture and assembly of cars. On the import of 79,000 cars, it is estimated that about 184,300 local jobs are lost. About Rs.102 billion is transferred from Pakistan via Hawala and Hundi every year,” he claimed.

Other automakers have witnessed a price increase for mainly the same reason.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

UAE Suspends ‘Good Conduct Certificate’ Requirement for Work Visa​​​​​​​s

An important announcement for people applying for a work visa in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)!

According to Geo News, the UAE authorities have now temporarily suspended the provision of ‘good conduct certificate’ for Pakistanis seeking employment in the country.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation released a notification to embassies and consulates across the region to announce the news.

As per the letter, character certificates will not be required for Pakistanis seeking jobs in UAE from April 1, 2018.

Pakistan Consulate in Dubai Head of Chancery Rana Samar Javed termed the news as “a great progress”.

“We welcome the decision and would continue our close working relations with the UAE authorities to devise a proper mechanism of recruitment for Pakistani workers and professionals in UAE.”

Earlier, the U.A.E government had imposed a rule in which expatriates were required to submit a certificate of good conduct with their application.

People applying for a visit and tourist visas were excluded from the regulation.

The rule was being incorporated by the government to improve security in the region and make the land one of the most peaceful in the world.

 

 

 

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates.

Wasim Akram Celebrates Wife Shaniera’s Birthday With A Swag!

Cricketer turned TV host Wasim Akram celebrated his wife Shaniera’s Birthday in Karachi and the grand event was attended by the who’s who of Fashion and Sports.

The famous singer Shehzad Roy performed at the star-studded birthday party which was also attended by Frieha Altaf, Sarwat Gilani and her husband Fahad Mirza, designer Deepak Parwani, cricketer Shoaib Malik, Ayesha Omer, Hum TV President Sultana Siddiqui among others.

Here are some glimpses of Shaniera Akram’s birthday bash party:

The birthday girl is having the time of her life. #sayMashaAllah

When you’re the birthday girl ! 😍💃🤗

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Shehzad Roy performing at the party.

Shaniera Akram with the famous Squash legend Jahangir Khan

Both of them are giving us #couplegoals

😍🇵🇰🇦🇺🎉 with my love 😍

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The birthday girl is having the time of her life

😘😘😘

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Shaniera with her husband Wasim Akram, Sarwat Gilani, Fahad Mirza, Shahzad Roy and other guests at the party

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Shaniera Akram with the model Nadia Hussain

Shaniera Akram, Deepak Parwani and Frieha Altaf

Shaniera Akhram, Farieha Altaf and Adnan Malik posing for a picture

Birthday girl with Zainab Abbas, Fakhre Alam, Daren Ganga & Michael Slater

Cricket anyone ?? #birthday #Pakistan #CricketFever #HowlongtillnextyearsPSL

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The squad at the birthday bash

And then there is the cake cutting moment

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We told you they are giving us some #couplegoals

He always makes me smile 🤗😍🇦🇺🇵🇰

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Perfection personified

Shaniera Akram looks like an illusion in the picture

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Shaniera with her husband and Shoaib Malik

Shaniera and Zainab Abbas posing for a picture

Happy birthday Shaniera Akram! Thanks for being a great host

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We hope that she always enjoys her life like she did at her birthday party.

Did she give you some birthday goals? Let us know in the comments section below.

The post first appeared on Veryfilmi.com

Contributed by: Hira Ahmed

United Motors Reveal Their New ‘Bravo’ Car!

United Motors has finally revealed their new automobile called ‘Bravo’. Known to be the second biggest motorcycle manufacturer in Pakistan, United has now entered a new domain.

Previously, the internet was filled with speculation about their new venture. Even fake images had started to circulate claiming to be authentic images.

However, here’s what the Bravo Hatchback by United Motors actually looks like!

United Motors’ Bravo Hatchback’s First Look

As of now, we are yet to know what the Bravo is equipped with under the hood, which safety feature it boasts, and much more.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Javeria Saud’s Selfie with Sunny Leone Triggers Social Media Wrath!

javeria saud sunny leone

Once a popular T.V actress, Javeria Saud rose to fame with her high-spirited character in Geo Entertainment’s drama  ‘Yeh Zindagi Hai’.

Later turning into a morning show host, the starlet has now found a new passion in fashion and is trying her tryst as a designer.

A few months back, Saud unveiled her sartorial line at the second season of Dubai Fashion League and guess who she roped in as the showstopper for her collection?

Dear DUBAI m coming …..

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IT WAS THE FAMOUS BOLLYWOOD BIGGIE, ARBAAZ KHAN!

QUITE AN ACHIEVEMENT FOR HER SINCE IT IS JUST THE START OF HER CAREER IN FASHION!

SUPERMODEL RABAB MASOOD WAS PAIRED UP WITH KHAN TO WALK THE RAMP!

#arbaazkhan #showstoppers #rababmasood #fashionleagueseries #selfietime #afterparty ❤

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ALSO PRESENT AT THE EVENT WAS BOLLYWOOD’S BABY DOLL, SUNNY LEONE!

Loved walking the ramp at @dfluae as a Showstopper for @shravankummar #SunnyLeone

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OF COURSE, JAVERIA & SUNNY HAD A CASUAL RENDEZVOUS & A SELFIE WAS A MUST!

APPARENTLY, THE PICTURE WENT VIRAL & ALL HELL BROKE LOOSE ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

If only Javeria knew that her harmless selfie will trigger the Pakistani moral police to bash her left, right and center!

While it was just an impromptu capture, there is a tsunami of hate directed towards Mrs. Saud for taking a picture with the controversial Indian diva.

Trolls shamed Javeria like there was no tomorrow!

 People are thinking that Sunny is teaching Javeria how to be an item girl! #ROFL

People slamming her for hosting Ramadan transmissions will be the first to be a part of her show!

And the ranting went on!

There were some more angry reactions to the selfie where people took their wrath to next level.

If only haters could realize that taking a photo is not a crime! Let’s see what Javeria will reply to all the backlash.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates.

 

Pakistan vs West Indies: Traffic Routes & Detailed Plan Revealed!

It’s Pakistan vs West Indies Day 2 today! The green shirts already have a lead by 1-0, will the rivals be able to defeat the home team?

Well, we have to wait and see, however, if you are going to be a part of the action live, or are going to be traveling nearby, here’s the traffic plan for today and tomorrow (2nd-3rd April)!(

Traffic Plans for Pak vs WI T20 Series

The road from Karsaz to National Stadium will be blocked for traffic. Vehicles will be diverted towards Drigh Road and then towards Rashid Minhas Road from there.

Roads leading from Dalmia to National Stadium will also be closed along with the road leading from NIPA to Mazar-e-Quaid to University Road and new MA Jinnah will also not be available to commuters.

The road leading from Liaquatabad No 10 to National Stadium will also be closed. Traffic will be re-routed towards Karimabad and Aisha Manzil.

Pakistan vs West Indies: Karachiites Save the Day After National Anthem Stops Midway!

As it was during the PSL final, this time around too there will be designated parking spots for the match-goers which includes Hakeem Saeed Ground in Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Urdu University ground and Sunday Bazaar.

Parking will also be available at Ghareeb Nawaz Football Ground located at Dalmia. KMC ground, KDA club and China ground on Kashmir Road will also be available for parking.

People will be able to park their vehicles at specific points namely

  • Urdu University Ground
  • Sunday Bazaar opposite Baitul Mukarram Mosque
  • KMC Ground
  • China Ground

The spectators will be brought to the stadium via shuttle service.

Security Plans for Pak vs WI T20 Series

Sindh Information Minister Nasir Hussain Shah at a press conference has said that fool-proof plan has been set to ensure maximum security to all players.

“The entry timing is 3pm and gates will close at 7pm,” he said.

He further added that a list of forbidden items would remain the same as the one issued for PSL3’s final match.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Pakistan vs West Indies: Massive Amount of Litter Swarms National Stadium!


Source: Geo News

Eight Reasons Why Nokia 8 Might be your Next Phone!

The home of Nokia phones launched their flagship device of last year in Pakistan. We recently got the hold of it and did its technical review in an earlier post.

We are taking an extra effort this time and diving into a more experiential story for you to develop an understanding before opting to buy it – especially if you love to create content from your smartphone(s).

Nokia 8 offers an advanced and dynamic experience with its 8 differentiating features. A high performance, beautifully crafted smartphone, the Nokia 8 is designed with content creators in mind with unique features such as the Dual-Sight live streaming mode or be it the OZO audio. Here are the top 8 reasons you should choose the Nokia 8:

1. More engaging social media feeds powered by the dual-sight camera

With the amazing dual-sight camera and live streaming mode on offer from the new Nokia 8, content creators can broadcast more freely with their #Bothie stories in real time on Facebook and YouTube simultaneously via the split screen feature, using both front and rear cameras powered by ZEISS. All you V-loggers, #Bothie is the feature for you guys.

2. High-quality photos and videos with the 13MP cameras

The front and rear-facing cameras on the Nokia 8 have been co-developed with ZEISS optics for an optimum all-around experience. The 13MP rear camera has a color sensor and a monochrome sensor, while the wide-angled 13MP front camera comes with a phase detect auto-focus feature to ensure high-quality photo and video capturing.

3. Easy-to-use with pure and latest Android operating system

Nokia 8 provides a pure Android experience, which means it comes without any preinstalled unnecessary apps that become a reason for slowing down the performance of your phone. It is also very secure and maximizes the ease-of-use by enabling easy and timely updates of applications. Yes! We are running the latest Android Oreo update on it.

4. Attractive look and bright capacitive screen

Nokia 8, which has 5.3″ 2K polarized screen protected with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5, offers an ultra-bright and vivid image quality. The 1440×2560 resolution display has 700 nits screen brightness and 554 ppi density.

5. Ergonomic design

Nokia 8 comes with an ergonomic design, measuring only 4.6mm at the edges and just 7.3mm on average. It stands out with its stylish and convenient form, while its unibody is machined from a single block of 6000 series aluminum that has been given a polished mirror finish over a 40-stage process. Its finesse gives that premium feel, especially if you are using either the Steel (Grey) or Tempered (matte) Blue color

6. Records ambient sounds clearly with OZO audio

Nokia 8 is the first smartphone to feature OZO audio that brings the Hollywood technology into the hands of its users. Ambient sounds can be clearly recorded in 4K videos with OZO 360° audio thanks to the three microphones developed by Nokia acoustic technology. Trust us! The audio quality of recording literally blows our mind.

7. High memory capacity

The 64GB standard memory of Nokia 8 can be increased up to 256GB with an external MicroSD card slot, while the users can also enjoy unlimited photo and video uploads to Google Photos.

8.  Long battery life and rapid charging

Having the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 mobile processor, Nokia 8 extends the operating time and enables fast charging with its 3090mAh battery. Nokia 8 is charged with a USB-C socket and connection and is Qualcomm® Quick ChargeTM 3.0 compatible, meaning when your battery is running low, you can get back to recording your important moments sooner.

Last but not the least, you will not stop commending its battery life and it’s rapid charging while you are using the Nokia 8 in your daily routine.

Nokia 8 Review: Is the Flagship Worth the Price-Tag?

Pakistan vs West Indies: Massive Amount of Litter Swarms National Stadium!

While Karachiites left the stadium with amazing memories, however, they left leaving their trash and litter!

To think that after all these years, the game’s return will spark life back into Pakistan in an unimaginable way, yet, we continue to maintain the image of litterers.

This is what the stadium looked like during the Pakistan vs West Indies match on Sunday, 1st April:

This is National Stadium after the match!

Wastage of food and water is strictly condemned in many religions as there are millions who are deprived of clean water and a single grain, and here we are wasting our resources and edibles, not to forget polluting our homeland.

However, there are a few unsung heroes in this world who surely deserve to be recognized in the society for their undying love and dedication. One man was spotted at National Stadium cleaning up after others!

A huge round of applause for Ahmed Khan Abdali!

Pakistan needs more responsible citizens like Ahmed!

Respect your country, respect the game, dispose of your trash the proper way!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

 

Feroze Khan’s Wedding Pictures You Need to See!

feroze khan's wedding

Feroze Khan’s wedding has taken the internet by storm! And why won’t it be? After all, it is Pakistan’s dear Mir Hadi finally finding his real-life ‘Khaani; Alizey Fatima.

Last night was Khan’s grand shaadi and pictures from the event are now doing rounds on social media.

Let’s take a look at all the viral moments from Feroze Khan’s wedding!

 

Presenting Mr. and Mrs. Feroze Khan in all their glory!

Feroze Khan's Wedding

The dapper dulha flaunted a pure-white sherwani for his big day

And Alizey was glittering in a red and gold HSY lehnga

Aint she totally a doll?

#alizayferozekhan #ferozekhan #forzekhanweds #pakistani #wedding

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Humaima Malick spotted gushing over her bhabhi!

She was all dolled up a resplendent ensemble by Sadaf Fawad Khan Studio.

Beauty @humaimamalick at her brothers wedding! ♥️

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Dua Malik and her husband Sohail looking adorable!

Nobody gives us sister goals like the Malick beauties!

 

The Qubool Hai Moment!

 

#FerozeKhan #ferozedaveyah @ferozekhan @ferozekhan @ferozekhan

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In a heartfelt Instagram post, Dua Malik revealed how she met her bhabi and fell in love with her at first sight.

Let me tell you a story. 4 years back i went to my inlaws dinner. As we gathered i saw this girl serving food to guests. ‘Sohail, Dekhna I will get a girl like her for feroz, I wish i had a little sister like her’ I whispered to sohail. She requested me to take a picture with her. and did she even know that request she made was not to dua malik. it was her elder sister, her mother, her lover, her admirer, her nand, her Dua Baji. I love you Aliza. I love you alot you know why? coz i never had a little sister. i was the youngest myself. and now i can rule over you and love u like crazy! proud to call you MY CHOICE💋💕 kamyabi khushyan tmharay kadam chumen. dushmaan zeyr hoon! or haasid andhayy!! #ferozedaveyah #duamalik #bismillah

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We will keep updating the post with more glimpses!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates.

Pakistan vs West Indies: Karachiites Save the Day After National Anthem Stops Midway!

They tried to remove cricket from Pakistan, but how they failed to vanquish Pakistan out of cricket!

We did it! International cricket returned home after 9 long years, and the home crowd made sure it was a night to remember.

While the national anthem was ongoing to mark the first T20 against West Indies, the sound system failed.

However, Karachiites did not stop, the entire stadium roared loud with the beautiful lyrics of the anthem!

Indeed, it was one of the most majestic moments the home crowd will remember for years to come.

Cricket Came Back Home after 9 Long Years!

Goosebumps were felt throughout the stadium!

Indeed there were no boundaries last evening of happiness, excitement, and ‘jazba’ which brought the nation together and the outcome was indeed amazing as Pakistan swept its first victory and took the lead by 1-0 in this 3-match series.

Send us your images and videos of the matches to have them featured in our next post!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

West Indies Main Players Withdraw from Pakistan Tour 2018!

 

Nokia 8 Review: Is the Flagship Worth the Price-Tag?

Buying a phone, especially a smartphone is no easy decision! Buyers always want more for what they are paying, and why wouldn’t they, after all, its what the moolah is for!

We got a hold of the Nokia 8, and wanted to see if the high-end flagship is actually worth the price-tag here’s what we have to say about it!

Design & Looks

Hands down, HMD Global has indeed made the Nokia 8 beautiful, the body is quite attractive to the eyes.

It is equipped a 5.3-inch screen with IPS display and seamless unibody is precision milled from a single block of 6000 series aluminum undergoing a 40-stage process of machining, anodizing and polishing.

Its light in hand, easy to carry around, fits just about anywhere and is available in Tempered Blue, Polished Blue, Steel, and Polished Copper.

Nokia 8 Specifications

Let’s get to the specifications, starting off the Nokia 8 boasts an Octa-Core Kryo processor (4 x 2.5 GHz and 4 X 1.8 GHz) and is powered by a Snapdragon 385 chipset, which means the handset is powerful.

It also has 2 variants for users to pick from, a 4GB RAM with 64 GB internal storage set and a 6GB RAM with 128 GB internal storage set. You can use a single SIM (Nano-SIM) or hybrid dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) in place of an SD card.

That’s not all, the set is splash proof (IP54 certified) and has Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for extra protection for your display. It’s impressive how the company managed to compress high pixel density, sharp, crisp and bright QHD display into just 5.3 inches.

It also has a dual 13-MP camera with Carl Zeiss optics, which we will come back to later on.

Performance & Battery

Performance wise the smartphone is fast, it did not trouble us even when we operated 2 application at the same time. The transition from one application to another is also smooth. WHereas the battery, which is a non-removable Li-Ion 3090 mAh battery is also good enough, however, 4000mAh would have been more suitable for longer usage.

Nokia 8’s Camera

Now here’s where it got interesting, the phone is equipped with the dual 13-MP camera, it also has several other features including phase detection & laser autofocus, Carl Zeiss optics, OIS, dual-LED dual-tone flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, and panorama too!

Both cameras operate differently to capture different pictures. One captures color and the other captures the details and then both are combined to theoretically give us a very detailed picture.

The most interesting feature which makes the Nokia 8 standout is its ‘Bothie’. It’s time to ditch the selfie and go all Bothie! The ability to capture two images using the front and back camera at once is an out-of-the-box concept the company has gone for.

Final Verdict on Nokia 8

Being just a little over its price tag, the Nokia 8 has numerous features to offer.

It’s classy, has a gorgeous all-metal design, sharp display, excellent battery life, and above all it offers an amazing dual-sight camera that you can most often rely on!

And if you are looking for all these amazing features in your next phone, then this will be an investment you won’t regret.

With all this on offer in the new Nokia 8, we just cannot wait to see what HMD Global will be bringing in next for us!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Cake Movie Review: A Recipe for Success!

cake

No film in recent years has touched the audience’s heart like Asim Abbasi’s Cake has; it can easily be termed as one of the complete films produced in the country since the revival.

In fact, it is so power packed with emotions that you will end up teary-eyed as well as with a smiling face, simultaneously.

Cake revolves around the family of Zareen (Aamina Sheikh) who takes care of her parents (Muhammad Ahmed & Beo Zafar) who are aged but lively. When their father ends up in the ICU, youngest sister Zara (Sanam Saeed) returns to Karachi from London; their childhood friend Romeo (Aamir Malik) also reenters their lives as the father’s male nurse.

When all seems happy, tragedy befalls the family again and this time, all the skeletons in the closet come out with disastrous results.

Even the return of eldest son Zain (Faris Khalid) doesn’t smooth the proceedings and chaos reign supreme. Does the Jamali family get back its peace or do they struggle with their insecurities for the rest of their lives, every story is treated like a layer of a Cake.

Asim Abbasi the director must be credited for coming up with a story that revolves around a dysfunctional family that endures things that happens everywhere.

The best part about the film is that people are shown as normal human beings, with normal jobs and relationships.

I wonder how many people would have connected with the many characters in the film – there is a nosy aunty, a dominating wife, a foreign-returned kid, a lover who was deceived and above all, a father who has kept his family together by making unimaginable sacrifices. Every actor looks the part and not once scene (except for the Piya Tu Ab To Aaja clips) looks out of the plot.

Yes the girls smoke, a Roman Catholic roams around their house as one of them and the girls hardly agree on anything except their husband’s wife (played by Hira Hussain). The way the writer has used satire, wit and Bollywood songs to convey his message is exactly the way things should be done in Pakistan.

Here, we use the money on promotions but when it comes to making films, we claim that we don’t have the investment. This film was made with least possible investment and gives a brilliant image of Pakistan, internationally.

Acting wise, the film belongs to each and every actor, especially Adnan Malik who leads the pack, surprisingly. He is not the leading man here but the whole plot revolves around his actions. He looks a changed person with a mustache and even fans of Sadqay Tumhare would think twice before realizing he is the same person.

Veteran writer and actor Mohammad Ahmed raises the bar with his exceptional acting and you end up justifying his actions to others thanks to his convincing performances. Beo Zafar does get the most eccentric role of all but she justifies it with her natural acting and expressions.

Faris Khalid and Mikaal Zulfiqar may not have many scenes but they look the characters they play on screen, that are much different to their earlier work.

And then there are the two powerhouses of acting – Sanam Saeed and Aamina Sheikh.

 

Not only do they look like sisters they act like sisters too. One is raised in Pakistan and the other in England and their clash isn’t reserved to just that; they love to hate each other and that’s what makes the film interesting.

You may not know what was going through their mind when they were delivering a certain dialogue such as yeh gari kyon hai yahan abhi tak or yeh Romeo yahan kyon aaya hai but by the time the film ends, you will know exactly why they delivered the line like that. The two complimented each other as well make it worth the audience’s while.

Co-producer and Director of Photography Mo Azmi must be credited for the brilliant cinematography that keeps you involved in the narrative for the entire 2 hours. Even without an interval, the film grips the audience and doesn’t let them leave the theater. Credit for the amazing editing must also be given to Indian editor Aarti Bajaj who has kept the audience’s interest alive without dragging a second.

The one-take scene where everything is revealed is something I was least expecting from a Pakistani film but when the director has Faraz Alam on Steadicam, magic isn’t a probability but a possibility.

The Sketches’ soundtrack also makes you realize that music is now being taken seriously in Pakistan.

Overall, Asim Abbasi and his team must be applauded for the wonderful film they have come up with and although it might not do as well as other films, it will leave a mark in the industry as a film that was made with least possible resources and loads of common sense.

 

The post first appeared on Veryfilmi.com

All-New Toyota RAV4 2019 Unveiled; Specs, Features & More!

Toyota RAV4 was unveiled in a grand debut and we have to admit, it looks better than ever!

The RAV4 first made its appearance in the markets back in 1994, the 2019 model is young, fresh, and really attractive!

The compact SUV crossover will be powered by two engines: a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder paired with an 8-speed automatic, and a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder second-generation Toyota Hybrid System II engine mated to a CVT.

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On the other hand, we still do not have all the details about its horsepower and fuel economy figures as of yet, but, the automaker says consumers can expect improved, even best-in-class, numbers with the new model.

That’s not all, there will also be three all-wheel-drive systems for the 2019 RAV4. Standard on all vehicles, the technology package includes;

  • pre-collision with pedestrian detection
  • adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning
  • lane keep assist
  • automatic high beam
  • lane tracing assist (enabled only with ACC)
  • road sign assist (identifies and alerts to upcoming signage)

We expect final specs and pricing closer to its on-sale date, if not sooner, which will be around year-end.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

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Sindh Government Declares Public Holiday on April 4!

The Government of Sindh has declared April 4 as a public holiday across the province.

The holiday has been announced to commemorate the 39th death anniversary of former Prime Minister of Pakistan Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.

This means that all offices working under the provincial government along with courts and educational institutions will remain closed tomorrow on Wednesday, 4th April 2018.

The founder of Pakistan’s People Party, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was hanged to death on April 4, 1979, at the Rawalpindi district jail in the rule of General Ziaul Haq.

On this annual occasion, members of PPP gather in Ghari Khuda Baksh at the grave of their late ruler and pay him tribute.

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