The month of June is getting more excited for realme fans as the company has brought in fantastic discounts and offers for the Daraz Mobile Week 2021. Being the biggest week for consumer technology products, realme is bringing exclusive discounts, offers and a realme Super Brand Day to be held on Monday, June 21, 2021 – where the discounts for realme fans shall hit fever pitch. The name realme is synonymous with bringing chic, trendy and affordable devices for its fans. Therefore, people can get their hands on all their favourite realme smartphones and realme AIoT devices during the Daraz Mobile Week for exclusive discounts. Must Read: TECNO’s Selfie-Portrait Master Camon 17 Pro is out now with a 48MP Selfie Camera Smartphones realme fans are in for a surprise as the bundles and price drops are quite a steal! The realme 8 – a true gaming beast with the MediaTek Helio G95 processor and 64MP rear camera comes with a special giveaway of realme Band, all for PKR 39,999/- Another exciting price comes on the realme 7 Pro for PKR 39,999/- instead of its original price of PKR 49,999/ For the realme Super Brand Day, an exclusive price drop is happening on realme C21 that will cost PKR 19,999/- all the way down from PKR 24,999/-. This jaw dropping price drop is everything people were waiting for, and Daraz Mobile Week is the perfect chance to get your hands on it. AIoT There are tons of special offers on AIoT products as well. realme Buds Air Pro will be available for only PKR 12,999/- instead of the original price of PKR 13,999/- realme Power Bank 2 now comes for PKR 2,900/- instead of PKR 3,499/- realme Band is priced at PKR 2,999/- down from PKR 3,999/- realme Buds Wireless Pro comes for PKR 8,399/-, a reduction from PKR 9,999/- realme Smart Scale is now available for PKR 4,799/- realme Buds Q for PKR 3,299/- realme Watch for PKR 9,999/- realme Buds Air 2 for PKR 7,999/- The Mobile Week 2021 is one of Daraz.pk’s biggest campaigns this year with realme capturing eyeballs with its amazing discounts, offers and price drops. So, make the most of Daraz Mobile Week 2021 and get your entire realme collection in place now!
One Out of Every Two Smartphones Will Support 5G by End of 2022
realme, the world’s fastest growing smartphone brand, today released a whitepaper titled “Making 5G Global: Accessibility for All” in partnership with Counterpoint Research. The paper explores the adoption of 5G support smartphones globally, the current market landscape, technical trends of the 5G evolution, and the leading brands and regions taking up 5G. Global 5G smartphone sales continue to grow steeply, but a tale of two markets unfolds According to the paper, global adoption of 5G is outpacing all previous generations. In Q1 2021, within just one year after the launch of the world’s first commercial 5G network, almost one out of every three smartphones sold worldwide was supported by 5G. Developed markets have been driving 5G adoption. However, this is expected to change as more emerging markets are starting to launch commercial 5G services. A steep decline in smartphone prices are helping to drive up adoption rates The whitepaper unveiled some surprising findings on the price trends of 5G smartphones: while premium segments have traditionally dominated in the early adoption stage of previous generations, 5G has brought a new dynamic to the market. In 2020, 5G phones in the low-to-mid-range price segments accounted for nearly 40% of all 5G devices sold. With average selling prices (ASP) likely to continue declining by double-digits in the foreseeable future, it is expected that one out of every two smartphones sold globally will support 5G by the end of 2022. Design and performance are key as young users upgrade to their first 5G device realme contributed to the paper with its survey findings and insights on young people’s usage trends and expectations on 5G phones, which suggest that although affordability is important, young users are not willing to compromise on design or performance. They expect 5G phones to show how the new technology is a radical evolution from the past, including through unique designs and feature sets. There is a strong desire amongst young consumers for thinner, lighter and more appealing designs, along with improved functional elements such as screens and battery capacity. Must Read: realme 5G Summit Ends with a Commitment to Bring 5G Phones to 100 Million Young Consumers in Next Three Years realme is joining the ranks of the leading 5G smartphone players In addition, the whitepaper explored the market share of 5G phone sales globally in 2020 and named realme the world’s fastest growing player with a 65% YoY growth in 2020. realme first became one of the top ten 5G smartphone vendors in Q1 2020, due to the company’s strong online presence and robust portfolio across the mid-end segment. In the highly competitive US$100 – US$199 wholesale ASP band, realme ranked third, while also gaining significant market share in the US$200 – US$299 mid-end range. Sky Li, CEO of realme, commented, “It’s encouraging to learn that the global adoption rate of 5G continues to grow steadily with developed markets experiencing adoption levels approaching 80%-90% while emerging economies are set to become the next big growth driver of 5G. realme is committed to popularizing 5G and is well-positioned to do so with our strong global presence, particularly in emerging markets, unique connection with young, savvy consumers, significant investment in our product R&D, and a diverse portfolio of 5G devices.” “realme believes that 5G smartphone development has entered the 2.0 era, and a more complete 5G mobile experience is gradually becoming the new standard. We intend to further increase our 5G offerings, providing a more enhanced 5G mobile experience not only through premium product specs, but also more innovative designs. We will also expand our product portfolio to offer affordable devices without compromising on quality and premium flagship products leading on technological innovation,” added Madhav Sheth, VP of realme, and CEO of realme India and Europe. Peter Richardson, VP and Co-founder at Counterpoint Research, noted in the whitepaper, “Every generation of cellular technology has seen a different mix of players taking the lead. In 3G it was Nokia, with Samsung taking over in 4G. As we look ahead, the list of players is growing more diverse. realme is one of the fastest growing brands in the 5G era, thanks to its appeal to younger users who are bound to form a core part of the 5G market.”
Stay connected all day with the new realme C25, power-packed 6,000mAh battery
In this era of changing technologies, smartphones have become a basic necessity. We use smartphones to connect with others, even for travel, shopping, and finding what to eat, everything is done on phone these days. This makes it necessary for customers to look closely before buying a new device. They usually look for an ultimate powerhouse that goes a long way with their heavy social media usage. Apart from the design, camera, and speed, battery capacity is a trait that makes the phone go longer and the experience worthwhile. Stay connected all day with the new realme C25, power-packed 6,000mAh battery. Many new devices are making it to the market in the past few days. Among these, realme launched its realme C25 – an accessible device for its young fans with outstanding features. realme C25 is equipped with a 48MP AI Triple Camera, a 6,000mAh Mega Battery, the powerful MediaTek Helio G70 Processor, 18W Type-C Quick Charge, and other smart features. The ultra-clear 48MP AI Triple Camera of realme C25 comes with Super Nightscape mode to help capture clearer images even in low-light environments. It sports an amazingly clear 8MP selfie camera to capture your moments better. The feature that makes realme C25 stand out the most among competitors is the ultimate power-packed experience of its 6,000mAh Mega Battery. The phone can go days without charging depending on your usage. You could be traveling to a distant place and need to make an important business call or have a Zoom meeting, use your camera to capture memories, or watch movies while on a long route, this battery will not wear out. Must Read: revolutionizing the logistics industry The amazing features do not end here. The realme C25 is also the world’s first smartphone with TÜV Rheinland High-Reliability Certification. TÜV Rheinland commemorates safety and quality in virtually all areas of business and life. They work to promote sustainability and combat corruption. And while realme has worked hard with quality specialists at TÜV Rheinland to set new and upgraded quality standards for smartphones, this certification proves the high-quality standard for consumer electronics realme brings for its users through its phones. Moreover, the processor is an essential part that makes sure your phone performs to its best. realme C25 is equipped with the MediaTek Helio G70 processor. It not only enhances the battery conditions and gaming experience of the phone but boosts the overall performance of the phone as well. Hence, users need not worry about the phone performance while playing mobile games rather enjoy their games all along. realme is a brand that keeps youth at the heart of all their product development, and thus their products resonate with the real-time need of the young ones. With the 18W Type-C Quick Charge, the charging duration doesn’t take long. Also, the phone has a 47 days standby time with no usage. The realme C25 comes in two cool colors, Water Blue and Water Grey. So, with these flagship features at a remarkable price, realme delivers well on its “Dare to Leap” slogan with the stylish high-tech phone for its young audience.
Meizu Flyme OS 7 launches feature rich Operating System
Meizu Flyme OS 7 launches feature rich Operating System. Meizu, an industry innovator in consumer electronics and affordable mobiles, has launched a new version of its operating system (OS) – Flyme OS 7. With the Flyme OS 7, Meizu brings more colors, changes in user interface, some smart features, faster facial recognition technology, and more. It will be available out of the box on new phones and many of the older devices will be updated to it. Flyme OS 7 features over 300 new functions and 1,300 optimizations. They range from small changes to the launcher to the new face unlock. It works in 0.1 seconds, as fast as the fingerprint reader on Meizu smartphones. The cameras also got additional updates as well such as the artificial intelligence ‘AI Beauty mode’ which applies corrections to skin without smudging and will adjust itself based on your age, features and skin type. This works in real time so users can even use it in video calls. Another noteworthy feature is ‘Face Backtrack’ – the camera takes several shots and allows consumers to pick the best expression for each face. The AI theme continues with OneMind v2.0, which promises to be better at understanding the user’s needs and generally improving the user experience. Flyme OS 7 can run apps in a small floating window, which will enhance the multitasking experience with some apps. It should be noted that the new version of the OS brings updated notifications and new animations throughout the user interface (UI). The launcher lets you sort through your apps in alphabetical order and you can move icons with pixel-level precision. A new night mode can be enabled in any app. It is better at detecting a users surroundings and adjusting the hue correspondingly. Must Read: FINCA chooses AutoSoft’s Core Banking Platform Finally, the Flyme OS 7 comes with ‘App Index’, which helps in locating apps by sliding your fingers on either side of the display. Also, with the new OS, smartphones can run apps in a small floating window, which will improve the multitasking experience with some apps. It also brings a new night mode that can be enabled in any application. Interestingly, the Flyme OS 7 is equipped with a new Data Rescue feature. In case of emergency, users can either use Recovery to save their bricked phone’s data, or send messages from other people’s phone to retrieve a broken-screen phone’s data. Meizu believes that communication technology has progressed at a rapid pace transforming the concepts of connectivity on a global scale. Meizu’s consumer electronics products resonate with millennials due to their need for a customized user experience, high performance and feature rich capabilities at affordable prices.
Samsung celebrates the “Spirit of Ramazan” by offering Brand New Prices on Smartphones
Samsung celebrates the “Spirit of Ramazan” by offering Brand New Prices on Smartphones. Samsung recently celebrated the “Spirit of Ramazan” by presenting special prices on many of its leading Smartphones, including the Galaxy J7 Core (2GBRAM/16ROM)), Galaxy J5 Prime (2GB RAM/16 GB ROM), and Galaxy J7 Pro (3GB RAM/32GB ROM). Through this limited-time offer, these feature rich smartphones will be available for the customers at incredibly reduced prices (Rs. 18,999 to Rs. 28,999). Prices are valid from 7th May to 17th June 2018. Samsung Pakistan said; “This offer reflects Samsung’s commitment to provide globally leading technologies and innovations to all segments of our consumers, at prices which are increasingly affordable for more segments of the population. Many more social-networking enthusiasts and Online info-tainment fans, who aspire to own and enjoy their very own Samsung Galaxy device, can now avail this attractive opportunity to fulfill their desire, to own one of these coveted smartphones, which empower them to pursue higher aims and aspirations in their personal and professional lives. Must Read: Facebook fires staff accused of bragging about his usage of private consumer information Samsung remains committed to enable smartphone users to enjoy various benefits through special offers, like this successful series of ‘Spirit of Ramazan’ celebrations which are getting an overwhelming response from the consumers. The Samsung Galaxy range of devices have earned great popularity, as they are equipped with amazing apps, powerful cameras and features designed to deliver exhilarating experiences, while exceeding customer expectations. Samsung’s breakthrough technologies deliver exceptional performance and successfully inspire the consumers to engage in the delightful and fast-evolving era of mobile internet and info-tainment, on-the-go, round the clock.
Samsung Galaxy S9 Phones Top CR’s Ratings With Durability, Speed, and Sound
Samsung Galaxy S9 Phones Top CR’s Ratings With Durability, Speed, and Sound. All things considered, Samsung’s new Galaxy S9 and S9+ smartphones represent only a modest leap forward for the manufacturer’s lineup, but according to our testers, the upgrade is worth a look. In fact, the two phones now sit atop CR’s smartphone ratings. That shouldn’t come as a big surprise, given that they edge out the previously top-rated Galaxy S8 and S8+, released by Samsung in 2017. And those phones unseated Samsung’s S7 and S7 Edge, released in 2016. The new phones offer stepped-up security features, super slow-motion video, and a camera that can turn your image into a personalized emoji. In the end, though, it was durability, speedier processing, and top-quality sound that nudged the S9 and S9+ (which start at $720 and $840, respectively) just ahead of the competition in an exceptionally crowded field. Just six points separate our top 20 smartphones. “It really comes down to personal preference when you’re talking about high-end phones these days,” says Richard Fisco, Consumer Reports’ head of smartphone testing. That’s not to say Samsung’s new phones are perfect. There’s a noticeable drop in battery life from the previous generation. And the phones’ cameras have taken a tiny step backward in performance, according to our testing, while still remaining impressive. But in both models, the good far outweighs the bad. Here’s a look at how the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ did in our testing. Strengths of the Galaxy S9 and S9+ Improved Durability The Galaxy S9 and S9+ look a lot like the S8 and S8+. They have the same tall, thin aspect ratio of 18.5:9, which makes them fairly big but easy to hold. The screen sizes (5.8 and 6.2 inches, respectively) haven’t changed materially, either, but Samsung whittled away at the already thin bezels around the edges. Like the S8 phones, the S9s feature glass on front and back. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, the glass backs allow for wireless charging, a feature premium phone shoppers have come to expect. (Be forewarned: They’re fingerprint magnets.) Must Read: Huawei Technologies Hosting Pakistan Mobile Congress 2018 But that design decision comes at a price. No matter what grade of glass you use, it will never be as tough as metal. To test the durability of smartphones, we submit them to 100 drops in a tumbler. This ensures that they strike the bottom of the machine at myriad angles, simulating a wide range of falls. After just 50 drops in our tumbler, the displays on the Galaxy S8 and S8+ were badly broken and not functional. The S9 phones performed much better, though. The S9 made it through 100 drops with just minor scratches. The S9+ survived the first 50 drops without a problem but cracked at some point in the next 50. Those improvements are good news for Samsung fans, but as with any glass phone, you should consider protecting your investment with a quality case. Faster Processor Both phones include Qualcomm’s top-performing Snapdragon 845 processor. According to Fisco, the resulting upgrade in performance may not be striking. But the phones’ overall speed is impressive. Apps open in a snap and mobile websites load quickly when you have a fast internet connection, and the phones don’t get bogged down by fancier features (such as gaming) that require lots of brain power. Great Stereo Speakers If sound quality is important to you, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ feature well-designed stereo speakers. They were tuned— together with the headphones—by acoustic company AKG-Harman, which has been owned by Samsung since March 2017. And despite their small size, the speakers reproduce audio at a good volume and create a full sound quality, our testers say. For those of you who like to rock it old school, Samsung has also preserved the classic 3.5-mm headphone jack on the new phones. Convenient Security Features The fingerprint sensor on the Samsung S8 and S8+ drove a lot of people nuts. Located beside the camera, it made it very easy for someone to accidentally smudge the lens when trying to unlock the phone. On the S9 phones, the fingerprint sensor is located below the camera, which reduces the chances of that happening. See the photo below. Additionally, the S9 and S9+ offer a new Intelligent Scan biometric option that lets you use a combination of basic 2D facial recognition and an iris scan as an option for unlocking the phone. But Intelligent Scan is not secure enough for use with payment apps (unlike the 3D facial recognition technoloy in the iPhone X). Shortcomings of the Galaxy S9 and S9+ Oversharpened Photos The S9+ is the first Galaxy S phone with dual cameras on the back. That’s a feature that the company has included on its Galaxy Note8 and that some other phone makers have built into their premium models. Both S9 phones have 12-megapixel sensors, which is plenty of resolution for taking photos you can share and print. One camera provides a wide-angle lens, and the other has a 2x optical zoom lens. There’s also an 8-megapixel front-facing selfie camera. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ can both shoot photos using two different apertures, either a smaller F2.4 aperture for bright-light conditions or a more open F1.5 aperture for low-light shots. And our testers say both proved to be a little better than their predecessors at taking low-light shots, though the difference is very slight. You have to compare two images side-by-side to discern it. Both phones can also produce a bokeh effect, in which the subject is in sharp focus while the background is blurred, for more professional-looking portraits. But our testers penalized the phones for oversharpening photos, a technique used in many smartphone models in recent years, according to Fisco, to artificially boost resolution scores. Doing this exaggerates the contrast between dark and light objects in the photos, potentially adding an unnatural-looking halo around the subject. As a result, the S9+ placed fourth in our smartphone
Smartphones, IoT and Connected Cars Fueling Rise in LTE Network Traffic
Smartphones Oracle announced the “Oracle Communications LTE Diameter Signaling Index, Sixth Edition,” highlighting the continued explosive growth in LTE Diameter Signaling traffic. Fueled heavily by the proliferation of smartphones and rise of Internet of Things (IoT) enabled devices, the report demonstrates that Diameter signaling shows no sign of slowing and is expected to generate 595 million messages per second (MPS) by 2021. Other key developments impacting LTE network traffic include LTE broadcast, VoLTE, and signaling associated with the policy management required to support more sophisticated data plans and applications. Connected cars also continue to show strong network traffic momentum, with 9.4 MPS and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30 percent. The report was designed as a tool for communications service providers (CSPs) network engineers and executives to plan for expected increases in signaling capacity over the next five years. Download the Full Report and Infographic. It is anticipated that growth will continue in Diameter even as 5G implementations begin. While Diameter will not be the main signaling protocol of 5G, it will remain as an important part of 5G networks. Central and Southern Asia will account for 10 percent of the world’s Diameter signaling, reaching 62.4 million MPS, a CAGR of 38 percent, by 2021. Policy management is the largest generator of Diameter signaling in the region, generating 10.4 percent of the world’s policy-related Diameter signaling. Pakistan, followed by India, is the largest generators. For example, according to Statista.com, smartphones will represent 76 percent of wireless connections by 2021. As consumers maintain their appetite for “always on” connections to increasingly sophisticated and data intensive applications such as gaming and video, LTE network traffic will continue to skyrocket. Likewise, devices that reach beyond the traditional mobile handset, such as IoT sensors used in everything from tracking available parking spots and moisture in crops to lost pets or workers on a job site will have a significant impact on Diameter signaling growth. “Diameter signaling traffic continues to grow significantly with little end in sight. While smartphones continue to be the traffic leader, applications such as connected cars and IoT promise a significant impact to network traffic in years to come,” said Greg Collins, Founder and Principal Analyst, Exact Ventures. “Diameter signaling controllers continue to be vital network elements, which help enable operators to secure their network borders and to efficiently and effectively route signaling traffic. As such, it is critical for CSPs to understand what’s driving traffic and where, enabling them to avoid signaling traffic issues than can cause network outages, thereby reducing customer satisfaction and increasing customer churn.” Read Full Story: 24 Young Leaders To Start Change At Telenor Youth Forum In Collaboration With Nobel Peace Center “With consumer expectations at an all-time high, it’s more critical than ever that CSPs innovate and plan for continued Diameter signaling growth in order to stay relevant,” said Doug Suriano, senior vice president and general manager, Oracle Communications. “The cloud continues to offer one of the clearest avenues for CSPs to accelerate and achieve these goals.” Oracle helps CSPs create a more scalable and reliable Diameter signaling infrastructure with Oracle Communications Diameter Signaling Router and Oracle Communications Policy Management. LTE Diameter Signaling Traffic by Region Latin America and the Caribbean continues to show accelerated growth in Diameter networks. The region will generate 52 million MPS by 2021, a CAGR of 34 percent. Brazil is the largest contributor of Diameter signaling, followed by Mexico. The Middle East will reach 27.9 million MPS of Diameter signaling by 2021, a CAGR of 23 percent. Turkey and Iran are the largest generators in the region. Africa continues to show strong growth in Diameter signaling. The region will generate 20 million MPS by 2021, a CAGR of 63 percent. Egypt is the top generator, followed by Nigeria and South Africa. Oceania, Eastern and South-Eastern Asia generates nearly half of the world’s Diameter signaling (45 percent). By 2021, the region will generate 265 million MPS of Diameter signaling, a CAGR of 18 percent. The region is also responsible for 44 percent of the world’s policy Diameter signaling, generating 131 million MPS by 2021. China alone will generate 83.5 million MPS of policy generated Diameter signaling by 2021. Indonesia is also showing strong growth. North America leads the world in LTE penetration as service providers move aggressively to sunset 2G and 3G services in favor of 4G/5G. The region will show moderate growth in the coming year, generating 59.3 million MPS by 2021, a CAGR of 12 percent. Eastern and Western Europe. Eastern Europe will generate 48 million MPS of Diameter signaling, a CAGR of 46 percent by 2021. Russia, followed by Poland, are the strongest generators in the region. In comparison, Western Europe will generate 61 million MPS, a CAGR of 23 percent. The United Kingdom generates the most Diameter signaling in the region today, but Germany will surpass the UK generating 6.4 million MPS of Diameter signaling by 2021.
These 5 Companies want to Set up Mobile Phone Assembly Lines in Pakistan
Mobile industry is rapidly growing in Pakistan and after observing the trend 5 companies including Haier, G5, Jio Phone, Mobo Mobiles, and Foxconn are going to take government’s permission to start and set up mobile phone assembly lines. According to report by Express Tribune “Pakistan is finally going to start local manufacturing of mobile phones as five companies are looking to set up their mobile phone assembly lines in the country.” These five companies are seeking government’s permission to set up their mobile phone assembly lines in the country. We are hopeful as local manufacturing of the mobile phones will not only benefit the handset industry but it will also improve the economy by catching the attention of foreign direct investment (FDI). If the government agree upon the point and is willing to give permission to these companies then it will certainly promote the cell phone industry in Pakistan. In the past, Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) also issued guidelines and the steps that are essential to get the Non-Objection certificate (NOC) for the manufacturing of local mobile phone assemblies. A large amount of money goes in importing mobile phone devices in the country. And obviously heavy tax duties associated with the handsets is also a major factor which causes the trouble to this industry. PTA stated that all devices manufactured in the country should hold a clear marking or stamp that should say “Assembled in Pakistan.” Let see what sort of inducements and benefits the authorities will put forward to the companies who are showing concerned in setting up mobile phone assemblies just like the Auto Development Policy 2016 which gets an investment in the auto industry a striking venture. The first step is to grant permission to these companies and after granting the NOC, the telecom authority will examine the mobile phone assemblies to check the health, safety, and technical standards. The initiative by companies will reduce the prices of smartphones in the country which will make owning it a lot more affordable. Local manufacturing of smartphones will give a great boost to mobile phone industry.
