Pure Pakistani

February 5th: Kashmir Solidarity Day

Tanzeel Afzal — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:34:56 +0000

The nation will observe Kashmir Solidarity Day today, to express complete solidarity with the oppressed people of held Kashmir struggling for their right of self-determination for the last six decades. Rallies will be taken out to mark the day.

It is pertinent to mention here that the day is observed every year in continuation of the first call given by then Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto in 1975.

It is reported that as the Pakistani nation and people in Azad Jammu Kashmir will be observing Kashmir Solidarity day on February 5 (today), the divided families on both side of the Line of Control seek world attention to help rejoin themselves.

Source: AAJ NEWS

Ufone Brings “MyTunes” Value Added Service

Umer Kayani — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:45:42 +0000

Now say good-bye to traditional Dial Tune service and listen the music in new way. Ufone brings MyTunes which are the opposite of Ufone UTunes Service. In MyTunes customers can listen the song of their own choice, when they dial a number.

MyTunes can be set to any number, including all mobile networks, PTCL or any Vfone number. You can set tunes of your choice which only you can hear.

Subscribing MyTunes is very simple; You only have to dial 666 and choose from a list of tunes that you like to set as your MyTune.

Charges:

Daily subscription charges are Rs. 1.20
Content download charges are Rs 5.98
Call to 666 will be charged at Rs. 2.99 per min.

Wateen Ranked No. 1 Wireless Broadband Company

Umer Kayani — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:28:35 +0000

Pakistan’s leading converged communications service provider, Wateen Telecom, has been ranked the number one wireless broadband service provider in the country by PTA. In a survey for quality of service for all broadband service providers, Wateen was ranked first in the overall standings for all wireless broadband operators in the country.
In pursuance of PTA’s role to safeguard of consumer interests and growth of quality broadband services, PTA carried out the second nationwide Broadband Quality of Service (QoS) Survey of all wireless and wireline service providers throughout the country. The survey was conducted during third and fourth quarter of 2011. It is worthwhile to note that QoS generally determines the standing and status of country’s telecom services; therefore, special emphasis is exerted to keep the QoS of broadband companies at a satisfactory level. PTA has devised QoS standards/Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in line with best international practices and in consultation with service providers. The post survey analysis is carried out on the basis of scores against each KPI.
Wateen Telecom, with its vision of enabling every man, woman and child in Pakistan through cutting edge technology is the leading wireless broadband service provider in the country. It is the pioneer in bringing wireless broadband technology to the country and the first in the world to roll-out a WiMAX network on a nationwide scale.

Mr. Naeem Zamindar, CEO Wateen Telecom, in a message to the employees on this occasion stated that “This award recognizes Wateen’s excellence in delivering extraordinary customer value. Our initiatives taken over the last year and at the re-launch are now delivering the required results for our customers. Not only is this a recognition of the hard work put in by our employees, but also a confirmation from our regulator that Wateen is the leader in wireless broadband services.”

Over the last year, Wateen has invested heavily in improving and expanding its network, workforce, systems and processes to ensure delivery of an outstanding customer experience in the future. The Abu Dhabi Group has continued to show great confidence in Wateen and its new management and have provided cash support of over $57 m in the last 12 months. This has helped the company in optimizing its network by deploying new sites and relocating existing ones to deliver the best quality of service for its customers.

Etihad Airways Offers Complimentary 96-Hour UAE Visas for Guests

Umer Kayani — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:06:21 +0000

Etihad Airways is offering complimentary 96-hour tourist visas to guests transiting through the UAE, effective immediately. The visas, ideal for travellers making stopover visits en route to their final destination, are being offered in cooperation with Radisson Blu hotel on Yas Island.

The offer is valid for travellers previously eligible for Etihad Airways’ paid-for visa service (available at a cost of AED 300), for Pakistani nationals travelling from Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Peshawar in any cabin.

Eligible guests must have confirmed overnight accommodation at the Radisson Blu Yas Island, available at promotional rates from USD 70 per person per night.

To book accommodation and apply for a complimentary visa, guests can visit etihad.com/freeuaevisa. A passport copy and passport-sized photograph are required for processing visa applications.

Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Not only is Abu Dhabi the place where East meets West, making it ideal for transiting to destinations worldwide, but it is also a world-class destination in its own right. With complimentary visa services on offer, more Etihad Airways guests will have the opportunity to experience the signature Arabic hospitality and exciting attractions of the UAE in a convenient and affordable way.”

Guests booking a 3-night stay will also receive a complimentary Abu Dhabi City Tour. Hala Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways’ destination management company, is available to all guests for booking custom itineraries, attractions and tours (halaabudhabi.com).

From Pakistan, Etihad operates 23 weekly flights to Abu Dhabi – with daily flights from Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad and twice weekly from Peshawar.

Terms and Conditions apply: Approval of applications is at the sole discretion of the UAE Immigration authorities. Hotel rates are USD 70 per person, per night, including breakfast, 24-hour check-in and 96-hour visa. Booking must be made 72 hours in advance and is subject to availability.

Install Free Paid Apps/Games in Android with “BlackMart Alpha”

Umer Kayani — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:06:12 +0000

We have covered many Android Apps, which allows you to download not only a free version of apps and games but also a paid/pro versions. Recently we found new app name as “BlackMart Alpha” which are available for free download. This app gives you to access of thousand apps and games not only free but also a cracked version.

BlackMart Alpha is being one of the best Android Market to get free paid apps. Applanet was good but unfortunately it is almost dead and not working anymore. As comapred to panda App and Mobilism.org, the BalackMart Alpha covers almost every app and game which are being available in Android Market.

Now you can get the paid/pro version of your favorite apps without paying. This app gives you to download and install apps without any external link, just like android market you can install your most wanted apps and games without any hassle and you will be notified if there any update available for your installed apps.

To download: BlackMart Alpha Android Market

Warid Participates in LUMS Annual Career Fair

Tanzeel Afzal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:34:00 +0000

Equal opportunity employer, Warid Telecom recently participated with the theme of “Transforming Futures” at the LUMS Mega Career Fair recently held on Saturday, January 28, 2012. Warid Telecom’s Recruitment & Staffing team provided advise to students about the job application process, requirements, eligibility criteria as well as the scope of career in Telecom Industry.

Coaching Sessions for job seekers were also held on this occasion, providing the graduating students with career counseling. An incredible response was received from the university graduates and final year students, who turned up in large numbers to explore career opportunities available with Warid Telecom.

Samsung Rewards its Camera Customer with an LCD TV

Tanzeel Afzal — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:24:56 +0000

Samsung Electronics Company Ltd., a global leader in Digital Media Technology, recently held a special Prize-Distribution ceremony for the Samsung Cameras Promotional Offer in Lahore. Mr. Zunair Sattar from Lahore was rewarded with a brand new Samsung LCD Television, as the first prize.

To promote the innovative, sleek and feature-rich cameras by Samsung, a special consumer engagement initiative was launched.Each customer of Samsung Cameras was given a Scratch-Card, which provided an opportunity to win fabulous prizes including a cutting edge LCD TV.

Samsung Pakistan’s Managing Director, Mr. John Park said; “The prize offer on Samsung Cameras has actively engaged the fans and achieved an enormous response from the market. I congratulate Mr. Zunair Sattar on winning the revolutionary LCD Television while enjoying his stylish Samsung camera”.

The prize distribution ceremony held at the Samsung Lahore office was attended by senior management of Samsung Gulf Electronics and the management executives of Orient Electronics.

Mobilink Reinstate BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) with Content Filtering Solution

Umer Kayani — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:31:02 +0000

Mobilink has developed and implemented an innovative content-filtering solution to reinstate internet services for the BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS).

The initiative by Mobilink allows subscribers to fully access the internet, including social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, using their mobile devices. Omar Manzur, Director PR & CSR, highlighted, “Customer satisfaction is an essential driver at Mobilink, and this content filtering soultion is our initiative to restore full functionality of internet services for our valued customers, while maintaining PTA regulations.”

Mobilink pioneered the provision of BlackBerry services in Pakistan in 2005. The service had been partially blocked in 2010 following directives from the PTA to block social networking sites and other websites that contained blasphemous content.

Etihad Airways Carries a Record Number of Passengers in 2011

Umer Kayani — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:36:07 +0000

Etihad Airways, carried a record 8.29 million passengers in 2011, a 17 per cent increase on the previous year. The jump represented an extra 1.197 million passengers on the carrier’s global network covering 82 passenger and cargo destinations.

Etihad Airways President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr James Hogan, said. “This result, achieved while much of the world was facing the economic crunch and oil prices remained high, is testament to our emergence as a formidable force in the international aviation arena. Through strategic expansion we launched eight new routes to Bangalore, Maldives, Seychelles, Chengdu, Dusseldorf, Tripoli, Shanghai and Nairobi last year.

Etihad Airways’ busiest route was Bangkok with the airline carrying more than 500,000 passengers to the Thai capital during the year.

This was closely followed by London (479,000), Manila (446,000), and Jeddah (289,000) which represented a staggering 48 per cent increase over 2010.

{Then came Sydney, Frankfurt, Paris, Manchester, Doha and Dublin to complete the list of the 10 most popular routes.]

Etihad Airways currently operates 23 flights a week between Abu Dhabi and four Pakistani cities with daily flights to Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore and two services a week to Peshawar.

Pakistan wins Jazz Cup 2012 Test Series against England

Umer Kayani — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:24:06 +0000

Mobilink extends congratulations to the Pakistan cricket team on its test series win over England in the Jazz Cup 2012 being held in the UAE.

Jazz partnered with the Pakistan Cricket Board to organize ‘The Mobilink Jazz Cup 2012’ in the United Arab Emirates as the home series for Pakistan. The two tests held so far have provided an impressive exhibition of teamwork, commendable leadership by Misbah ul Haq, and sterling performances by both batsmen and bowlers alike, with the spinners Saeed Ajmal and Abdur Rehman being the most notable.

Moied Javeed, Mobilink’s Director Marketing (Jazz), highlighted, “Pakistan’s national cricket team has made the entire country proud with their passion and commitment to their sport. I would like to extend heartiest congratulations to Team Green on behalf of Mobilnk and the entire Pakistani nation for their commendable performance and wish them the best for the last test match, and upcoming ODI and T20 series!”

Mobilink has a long standing commitment to the game of cricket in Pakistan and is also the official cellular service partner for the Pakistan Cricket Board. Jazz has been at the forefront of promoting cricket in Pakistan, having previously contributed towards strengthening Pakistan’s domestic cricket infrastructure as well as developing cricket stars for the future through talent hunt activities in partnership with the PCB.

Ufone Mobiles Loot Sale Offer

Tanzeel Afzal — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:22:33 +0000

Ufone drops down the rates up-to Rs.300 on their branded cell phones and also giving free minutes on new purchase with Ufone SIM. You can now purchase these phone just for a Rs.999 and Rs.799, along with which you will also get Ufone SIM and Rs.50 balance absolutely free. The same mobile phone is available at Rs.749 without SIM and free balance. With features such as loudspeaker, FM radio, torch and other.

You can also purchase a Rs.1,999 mobile phone for a miraculously low price of just Rs.1,699. This mobile has features that will surely make everyone want to have one. It comes with Internet accessibility, camera, loudspeaker, FM radio, torch and color display.

Terms & Conditions:

Price for G1000 bundle is just Rs. 799 along with which Ufone SIM and Rs. 50 balance will also be provided
Without Ufone SIM and Rs. 50 balance G1000 price will be just Rs. 749
Validity for the free balance of Rs. 50 is 90 days only

Mobilink marks 2012 as the year of ‘Elevating Consumer Experience’

Tanzeel Afzal — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:01:04 +0000

Mobilink has marked 2012 as the year it will create a paradigm shift in Pakistan’s cellular environment by elevating consumer experience to a level that is unparalleled within the local industry. Mobilink’s subscribers already have access to the best cellular service in Pakistan, as a result of the operator’s continuing investment in infrastructure and coverage footprint as well as focus on developing superior customer relationships.

This was highlighted during a presentation made to the media by Rashid Khan, President & CEO Mobilink, where he spoke about the achievements of Mobilink over the past year, and the cellular operator’s strategy for 2012.

Addressing the media on the occasion, Rashid Khan, President & CEO, Mobilink highlighted, “Our focus at Mobilink has always been to provide the best cellular service to our customers. In 2012, we will capitalize on our infrastructure investment, increased coverage and great customer relationship management, to provide our valued customers with the best cellular experience in Pakistan!”

Mobilink has witnessed unparalleled growth over the last few years, with the operator continuing its build on its vision to reshape lives through connectivity. Mobilink has invested USD 393 million in Pakistan over 2010 -11, resulting in an enhancement of footprint and its voice & data network as well as the induction of cutting edge technology, which has brought Mobilink’s uninterrupted connectivity to 20,000 cities, towns and villages nationwide.

2012 promises to be another landmark year for Mobilink, following the implementation of Mobilink’s state of the art intelligent network (IN), which will enable subscribers more control and freedom over their services, and provide a consumer experience that is the best in Pakistan’s cellular environment.

Nokia Appoints Arif Shafique as General Manager for Pakistan and Afghanistan

Umer Kayani — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:49:45 +0000

Nokia Pakistan recently announced that Arif Shafique, previously Head of Sales, Nokia Pakistan and Afghanistan has been promoted to the position of General Manager (GM), Nokia Pakistan and Afghanistan. Backed by more than four years of experience with in Nokia Pakistan, coupled with his overall 20 years of work experience, Arif has an in-depth understanding of company’s critical management processes and is one of the few employees to have been associated with the company since its inception in Pakistan.

During his tenure at Nokia, Arif has shown consistently remarkable performance and has made substantial contribution to company’stop-line as well as bottom-line growth. He played a key role in taking Nokia brand to the next level in Pakistan, helping the overall telecom sector to flourish in the process as well. Under his able leadership, Nokia has achieved several notable milestones in Pakistan, most important of them being record-breaking sales last year. As Head of Sales, Arif has not just been developing sales strategies and having them implemented to achieve ambitious targets but also has a clear understanding of the market in which Nokia operates. With his strong analytical skills, Arif is well-versed with ins and outs of Nokia business. Considered a man of action, Arif has full command over critical business areas putting him in the right spot to achieve flawless execution and ensure that everyone in his team is on the same page when comes to understanding overall company vision and mission.

Sharing his thoughts on this achievement, Arif Shafique said, “I am pleased with being assigned the task to manage one of the biggest Brands in Pakistan. I’m certain that with the support of my team we will achieve some great new milestones. Nokia is the most loved brand in Pakistan and we will continue to meet and exceed expectations of Pakistani consumers. Our contribution to the industry growth and environmental initiatives in the Country will continue while we do our business of CONNECTING PEOPLE”.

Arif started his career in 1991 from Paktel Limited in the field of Direct Sales which proved to be a stepping stone in his career.Paktel being the leading telecom company of its time in Pakistan gave Arif an adequate level of exposure to Pakistan’s Telecom Industry and helped him learn what drives it. He later worked at senior positions with a number of leading organizations such as Mobil Askari Lubricants and APL – a global transportation and logistics company in shipping and eventually joined Nokia Pakistan in 2007.

*555# Mobilink’s New Help Menu

Umer Kayani — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:31:19 +0000

Mobilink launches an innovative new service to inform its customers of latest offerings and services. Jazz and Jazba customers can dial *555# from their phone and get access to a menu that will guide them through all current offers and their pricing. Mobilink now makes it easier than ever before to learn about and choose services suited to your needs.

The new service offers not only convenience but transparency so that you will know exactly what you buy and how much it costs. Customers dial *555# from their prepaid SIMs to access a menu of information that pops up directly on their phone screens.

Customers can type in their choice into the menu screen on their computer to get immediate access to the information they need. Due to the innovative nature of this service, you have immediate access to the information without long hold times while you wait for customer service representatives or for text messages to arrive in your inbox.

When a user dials *555# he/she accesses the following main menu:

Super Services get informed about interesting and informative services that you can access through your phone, how to subscribe to these services and the associated costs.

My Offers will give you details of offers most suited to your needs based on your usage.

Jazz option will tell you the latest promotions and their prices

Jazba menu will not only tell you the latest offers and bundles available but also how to subscribe to them or how to switch over from Jazz to Jazba.

Charges:

-The service is absolutely free of cost.
-This is a limited time offer only.
-Charges will be applicable a month after launch and will be announced beforehand.

Note:
The service is available for Jazz and Jazba customers only.

wi-tribe and UET Unveil ‘wi-cam’- Taking Customer Experience to the Next Level

Tanzeel Afzal — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:40:59 +0000

wi-tribe Pakistan, rated number one for customer satisfaction, and Al-Khawarizmi Institute of Computer Science, University of Engineering and Technology (KICS-UET) unveiled ‘wi-cam’ at a press conference held at the UET campus today.

wi-cam, a CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) Management and Administration tool, developed by students and graduates of KICS-UET using open-source technology, allows broadband companies, such as wi-tribe, to remotely configure and manage CPEs, while receiving instant notifications and access to live data. Not only does this result in an improved customer care experience, it also enables customers to continue enjoying seamless connectivity.

wi-tribe entered into a strategic public-private partnership with KICS-UET to conceive, develop and launch a fully funded research and development program, enabling the innovation of this breakthrough feature-rich management tool. With wi-cam, wi-tribe and UET jointly demonstrate that sourcing local development of critical customer service innovation is not only possible, but also essential to the proliferation of technical capabilities within Pakistan.

“At wi-tribe, we thrive on the potential of the Pakistani youth and are eager to foster innovative ideas that can elevate the local IT industry to international standards. With remote CPE management capabilities, providing real-time updates and support allows wi-tribe to stay focused on customer satisfaction”, said Dr. Tanveer-ul-Haq, Vice President Technical at wi-tribe Pakistan.

This is the first of many other locally developed business tools that will aid the industry in setting new global standards in customer care, operational efficacy and return on investment, while ensuring a long-term vision with public-private partnerships between academic institutions and the internet service industry.

“At KICS-UET, researchers are keen on capitalizing open source technologies and developing cost effective solutions for local telecom and IT industry. wi-cam is a product built with local talent and it has helped KICS-UET researchers better understand software needs of the telecom industry. With these leading steps we foresee significant growth in such collaborative arrangement in telecom industry in Pakistan”, said Dr. Waqar Mahmood, Director KICS-UET.

Lt. Gen. (R) Muhammad Akram Khan, Vice-Chancellor of UET, said “This is an achievement, not just for UET and wi-tribe, but for the entire telecom industry. KICS-UET is extremely proud of this successful collaboration with wi-tribe and looks forward to continuing the partnership. wi-cam is innovation brought to life by Pakistani students and graduates, showcasing local capabilities.”

By significantly enhancing customer care, wi-cam has already begun to revolutionize customer experience and promises to do so for the industry at large. Going ahead, wi-tribe is looking forward to continuing its contribution to the industry’s growth through such initiatives, especially those showcasing the technology-capable youth of Pakistan.

Pure Pakistani

February 5th: Kashmir Solidarity Day

Related Posts

Ufone Brings “MyTunes” Value Added Service

Related Posts

Wateen Ranked No. 1 Wireless Broadband Company

Related Posts

Etihad Airways Offers Complimentary 96-Hour UAE Visas for Guests

Related Posts

Install Free Paid Apps/Games in Android with “BlackMart Alpha”

Related Posts

Warid Participates in LUMS Annual Career Fair

Related Posts

Samsung Rewards its Camera Customer with an LCD TV

Related Posts

Mobilink Reinstate BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) with Content Filtering Solution

Related Posts

Etihad Airways Carries a Record Number of Passengers in 2011

Related Posts

Pakistan wins Jazz Cup 2012 Test Series against England

Related Posts

Ufone Mobiles Loot Sale Offer

You Might Also Be Interested in Reading

Mobilink marks 2012 as the year of ‘Elevating Consumer Experience’

Related Posts

Nokia Appoints Arif Shafique as General Manager for Pakistan and Afghanistan

Related Posts

*555# Mobilink’s New Help Menu

You Might Also Be Interested in Reading

wi-tribe and UET Unveil ‘wi-cam’- Taking Customer Experience to the Next Level

Related Posts