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  • Suzuki donates 10 million yens for Pakistan flood victims

    Suzuki donates 10 million yens for Pakistan flood victims

    JAPAN: Suzuki Motor Corporation on August 31, 2022 announced to donate 10 million yens to provide the support to flood disaster in Pakistan.

    The statement issued by the company stated that, Suzuki Motor Corporation would like to express our sincere condolences to those who lost their lives in the floods caused by the heavy rains in Pakistan and offer our heartfelt sympathy to all those affected by the floods.

    Suzuki Group has decided to donate 10 million yen as support to the flood disaster in Pakistan.

    We wish the people in the affected areas a speedy recovery.

    The torrential rains and flash floods across Pakistan have inflicted an estimated loss of $10 billion to the national economy.

    READ MORE: SBP issues IBAN list for donations to PM flood relief fund

    Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Miftah Ismail on Thursday said the current devastation of flood in Pakistan is estimated to cost $10 billion.

    During flood, railway lines, roads, bridges, grid stations, power lines and houses etc. were badly damaged, which has to be rehabilitated, the minister added.

    The minister said that the United Nation has made a commitment of $160 million and USAID has announced the provision of 30 million dollars.

    State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a list of IBAN (International Bank Account Number) of Prime Minister Flood Relief Fund 2022 maintained by commercial banks.

    READ MORE: SBP opens account for Balochistan Flood Relief, Rehabilitation Fund

    Following is the list of banks and IBAN:

    01. Allied Bank Limited (ABL), Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK58ABPA001009849790015

    02. Albaraka Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK11AIIN0000150583517016

    03. Askari Bank Limited, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK82ASCM0000020100579916

    04. Bank Alfalah Limited, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account-2022, IBAN PK60ALFH0005001007990397

    05. Bank Al Habib Limited, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK32BAHL1001186690500301

    06. Bank Islami Pakistan Limited, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTER’S FLOOD RELIEF FUND ACCOUNT, 2022, IBAN PK02BKIP0100339720620001

    07. Bank of China, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK37BKCH0100002600005375

    08. Bank of Khyber, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK66KHYB0001002008277365

    09. Bank of Punjab, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK52BPUN6010000181500176

    10. Citi Bank, Title of Account PRIME MINISTER’S FLOOD RELIEF FUND, IBAN PK28CITI1000000103660009

    READ MORE: SBP issues instructions to banks for flood relief donation awareness

    11. Dubai Islamic Bank Limited, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTER FLOOD RELIEF FUND 2022, IBAN PK22DUIB0000000807647001

    12. Faysal Bank Limited, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK97FAYS3554Z17000001562

    13. FINCA Microfinance Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTERS FLOODRELIEF FUND, 2022, IBAN PK25FINC0223183643011000

    14. Habib Metro Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTERS FLOODRELIEF FUND, 2022, IBAN PK58MPBL0101027140665909

    15. Habib Bank Limited, Title of Account # PM’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK43HABB000042792244003

    16 Habib Bank Limited Microfinance Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTERS FLOODRELIEF FUND, 2022, IBAN PK62FMFB0021012862868015

    17. ICBC, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK76ICBK0010000000239638

    18. JS Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTER’S FLOOD ACCOUNT 2022, IBAN PK56JSBL9001000002029796

    19. Khushhali Microfinance Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK85khbl0000012075443288

    20 MCB, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK13MUCB0729483241037873

    READ MORE: Tax exemption granted to donations for PM flood relief fund

    21. MCB Islamic Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK58MCIB0351004196150001

    22. Meezan Bank Limited, Title of Account Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, IBAN PK39MEZN0001540107020124

    23. National Bank of Pakistan, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK92NBPA0002004181048973

    24. NRSP Microfinance Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK60NRSP0000020010002760

    25. Samba Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTER’S FLOOD RELIEF FUND, 2022, IBAN PK83SAMB0000002000117199

    26. Silk Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK68SAUD0000012010847043

    27. Sindh Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTER’S FLOOD RELIEF FUND ACCOUNT,2022, IBAN PK21SIND0003016411713500

    28. SME Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTER’s RELIEF FUND, 2022, IBAN PK16SMES1001000664000001

    29. Soneri Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK81SONE0000220010110875

    30. Standard Chartered Bank, Title of Account Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK75SCBL0000001701259101

    31. Summit Bank, Title of Account # PRIME MINISTERS FLOOD RELIEF FUND ACCOUNT -2022, IBAN PK57SUMB0201027140181164

    32. U Microfinance Bank, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund Account, 2022, IBAN PK26UMBL0107000093500096

    33. United Bank Limited, Title of Account # Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Fund 2022, IBAN PK86UNIL0109000286613095

  • Honda Motor reveals 92% growth in production worldwide

    Honda Motor reveals 92% growth in production worldwide

    Honda Motor Co., Ltd announced world production for the period January – July 2022. The automobile company registered 92 per cent growth in production around the world.

    Honda Motor revealed production of 2,257,187 units during first seven months of current year.

    READ MORE: New prices of Honda Cars in Pakistan

    The production recorded 343,205 units in July 2022, up 106 per cent year on year (YoY).

    The production in Japan grew by 98.4 per cent YoY in January – July 2022 to 373,833 units. Similarly, production in Japan increased by 97.3 per cent YoY in July 2022 to 61,568 units.

    The report showed the production outside Japan climbed up by 90.6 per cent YoY in January – July 2022 to 1,883,354 units. Whereas, the production outside Japan surged by 108 per cent YoY in July 2022 to 281,637 units.

    READ MORE: Super tax to hammer auto business in Pakistan: Honda Atlas

    Production in main region showed Asia took lead with 102.3 per cent YoY to 1,175,451 units during January – July 2022. It was followed by China, USA and North America.

    The report said that production in Japan was first YoY decrease in three months. Whereas, production outside Japan was second consecutive months of YoY increase. Worldwide production was second consecutive month of YoY increase.

    Total sales of Honda Motor in Japan recorded 92.6 per cent YoY in seven months of year 2022 to 341,227 units.

    READ MORE: Honda Cars declares 29% fall in quarterly profit

    The report showed total sales in Japan were first YoY decrease in two months. New vehicle registration was first YoY decrease in three months. Meanwhile, sales of mini-vehicles ware 12th consecutive month of YoY decrease.

    Exports of Honda Motor registered 147.6 per cent YoY in January – July 2022 to 45,725 units. Europe was the leading market where exports jumped by 207.7 per cent. The company said that total exports from Japan were third consecutive month of YoY increase.

    READ MORE: Honda to slash production on supply constraints

  • US provides Rs6.65 billion for Pakistan flood relief

    US provides Rs6.65 billion for Pakistan flood relief

    ISLAMABAD: The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), on Tuesday announced an additional $30 million (Rs6.65 billion) in life-saving humanitarian assistance to support people and communities affected by severe flooding in Pakistan.

    Pakistan’s government has declared the floods a national emergency, with 66 districts declared to be “calamity hit.”

    The United States is deeply saddened by the devastating loss of life, livelihoods, and homes throughout Pakistan.  In response to the Pakistani government’s request for assistance, the United States will prioritize urgently needed food support, safe water, sanitation and hygiene improvements, financial help, and shelter assistance.

    This support will save lives and reduce suffering among the most vulnerable affected communities.  The United States will continue to monitor the crisis in close coordination with local partners and Pakistani authorities.

    A USAID disaster management specialist arrived in Pakistan August 29 to assess the impact of the floods and intensify coordination with partners on response efforts.

    The United States remains steadfast in its support for affected communities throughout Pakistan.

    In addition to the $30 million in urgently needed humanitarian assistance announced today, the United States also provided over $1.1 million in grants and project support earlier this month to ensure direct assistance reaches those communities most impacted and to help mitigate and prevent the effects of future floods.

  • Sony hikes PlayStation 5 prices on high inflation

    Sony hikes PlayStation 5 prices on high inflation

    JAPAN: Sony Interactive Entertainment has decided to increase prices of PlayStation 5 due to global economic environment and high inflation rates.

    The company on Thursday August 25, 2022 made this difficult decision to increase the recommended retail price (RRP) of PlayStation 5 in select markets across Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM), as well as Canada. However, the prices will remain same as previous in the market of the United States.

    The new RRPs below are effective immediately unless otherwise noted.

    Europe

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – €549.99

    • PS5 Digital Edition – €449.99

    United Kingdom

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – £479.99

    • PS5 Digital Edition – £389.99

    Japan (effective Sept. 15, 2022)

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – ¥60,478 yen (including tax)

    • PS5 Digital Edition – ¥49,478 yen (including tax)

    China

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – ¥4,299 yuan

    • PS5 Digital Edition – ¥3,499 yuan

    Australia

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – AUD $799.95

    • PS5 Digital Edition – AUD $649.95

    Mexico

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – MXN $14,999

    • PS5 Digital Edition – MXN $12,499

    Canada

    • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – CAD $649.99

    • PS5 Digital Edition – CAD $519.99

  • Retro models of Hyundai to be seen in Netflix movie

    Retro models of Hyundai to be seen in Netflix movie

    SEOUL: A new movie ‘Seoul Vibe’ of Netflix is featuring retro models of Hyundai motors.

    Set during the 1988 Seoul Olympics, ‘Seoul Vibe’ features Hyundai’s first-generation Grandeur (Azera), Pony Pickup, Porter light truck, and old sedans, such as second-generation Sonata, Stellar, and Cortina, etc.

    READ MORE: Ford announces global debut of 7th generation Mustang

    Plus, an all-star Korean cast, including Ah-in Yoo, Kyung-pyo Go, Kyoo-hyung Lee, Ju-hyun Park, Seong-wu Ong and Jung-se Oh is leading the dynamic flow of the story. Hyundai Motor also provided a shooting location at Hyundai Wonhyoro Service Center. 

    This fast-paced movie is revved up with breath-taking driving scenes of Hyundai retro models, including a modified Pony Pickup with the engine from Grandeur (Azera), used by a crew of talented drivers as they join a slush fund investigation operation.

    A white-colored first-generation Grandeur is also featured in the movie, symbolizing its pioneering status as the Korea’s flagship premium model. These two retro models, which gained huge popularity back in the 1980s, combine the beauty of retro and new, and act as a bridge between generations. 

    READ MORE: Toyota launches new redesigned Sienta minivan

    In addition, Hyundai plans to unveil the silhouette of the all-new Grandeur (Azera) in photographs, through a cinematic digital advertisement in a spin-off version of ‘Seoul Vibe,’ utilizing the story and cast of the movie.

    The digital advertisement spotlights the ever-evolving innovation of Grandeur, from the past to the future, and provides hidden hints about the upcoming model that is expected to launch at the end of this year. The advertisement will be available through major digital channels such as YouTube and Instagram.

    “Through close collaboration with Netflix from the early stages of production, we endeavored to provide a unique atmosphere for our historic vehicles and locations with a newtro (new+retro) vibe that will appeal to every generation, including Millennial and Gen Z audiences,” said Thomas Schemera, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Customer Experience Division at Hyundai Motor Company. 

    READ MORE: Porsche launches new Porsche 911 GT3 RS

    He further said “We will continue to explore exhilarating opportunities for our customers to experience and engage with our brand through various partnerships and innovative content.”  

    With the film’s release, Hyundai Motor is also launching diverse experiential marketing content on digital channels, targeting millennial and Gen Z consumers and spotlighting the hipness of the brand’s retro models featured in the movie.

    READ MORE: KIA Motors introduce new Executive variant of Carnival in Pakistan

    To this end, Hyundai Motor also recreated the garage shown in the film on ZEPETO, the global metaverse platform, to provide a virtual experience space where visitors can assemble and drive the vehicles featured in the movie through the driving zone themed ‘Seoul Vibe.’ Plus, users will be able to meet Yoon-hee (Ju-hyun Park), a character in the movie, as a NPC (non-player character), and join a vlog event, using the first-generation Grandeur. 

  • Ford announces global debut of 7th generation Mustang

    Ford announces global debut of 7th generation Mustang

    Ford Motor Company announced the global debut of the new 7th generation Mustang in Detroit, the largest city in the midwestern state of Michigan, U.S.A.

    Ford invited the Mustang owners and fans to participate in the event of global debut event on September 14, 2022 as part of the Detroit Auto Show activities.

    The press release issued by Ford Motors stated that with backdrop of the Motor City, and thousands of invited Mustang faithful, Ford employees and global media in attendance, The Stampede kicks off the next chapter of the Mustang story.

    READ MORE: Toyota launches new redesigned Sienta minivan

    President and chief executive officer, Ford Motor Company, Jim Farley said that, “Mustang is the world’s best-selling sports car because there’s one for everyone – from an EcoBoost convertible to 5-liter V8 GT fastback coupe.”

    He also added that, “Now it’s time to for a new stampede of owners, fans and employees to welcome the next chapter in Mustang’s legacy – the seventh-generation, which will be our best yet.”

    The Stampede: Mustang’s global debut and celebration event 

    At the very starting point of where Woodward Avenue, America’s first paved road begins, Ford invites Mustang fans around the world to descend on Hart Plaza for the debut of the all-new, seventh-generation Mustang taking place on September 14, 2022 at 08:00 AM EDT.

    READ MORE: Porsche launches new Porsche 911 GT3 RS

    Executive director, Detroit Auto Show, Rod Alberts said, “When we conceived the idea of an indoor-outdoor Detroit Auto Show, The Stampede was the kind of event we hoped and believed was possible.”

    He also added, “We are proud to support Ford with what will be an absolutely iconic milestone, celebrating the heritage and future of the Mustang, as well as the global mobility industry, right here in Detroit.”

    For Mustang fans who will not be in Detroit, The Stampede will be broadcast live on social channels, including Ford YouTube and the Ford Mustang Facebook page.

    The Drive Home to The Stampede 

    Ahead of The Stampede, Ford is collaborating with America’s Automotive Trust and the Detroit Auto Show on a cross-country adventure with all six generations of Mustang called The Drive Home. Ford is expanding this annual road trip to the Detroit Auto Show by inviting and encouraging all Mustang owners and enthusiasts to join in on The Drive Home to The Stampede.

    READ MORE: KIA Motors introduce new Executive variant of Carnival in Pakistan

    Kicking off on September 06, 2022 at LeMay – America’s Car Museum in Tacoma, Wash. – The Drive Home to The Stampede will cross nine states, plus more than a dozen stops. The final leg of this celebratory journey will see owners gather at Ford World Headquarters on September 14, 2022 ahead of the reveal to parade together to The Stampede reveal event.

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    “We are honored to partner with Ford for The Stampede, rallying Mustang enthusiasts across America to promote the reveal of the all-new Mustang,” said David Madeira, vice chairman of America’s Automotive Trust.

    He also said that, “Our annual, cross-country road trip, The Drive Home, is a partnership with the Detroit Auto Show created specifically to celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile. And The Stampede, celebrating the iconic Mustang, epitomizes what The Drive Home to Detroit is all about.”

    Entering its seventh year, The Drive Home is an annual cross-country road trip that celebrates America’s motoring legacy throughout the country in the days leading up to the Detroit Auto Show.

  • Forbes China recognizes Xiaomi for ESG practices

    Forbes China recognizes Xiaomi for ESG practices

    BEIJING: Forbes China on Thursday named Xiaomi Corporation to its “China ESG 50” list for 2022.

    Forbes China launched its China ESG 50 report to recognize companies that adhere to best practices in environmental, social and governance (ESG).

    “We are honored to receive recognition for our ESG practices,” said Wang Xiang, Partner and President of Xiaomi Group.

    READ MORE: Xiaomi declares increase in revenue to RMB 70.2 billion

    He further said “As a top-three global smartphone company and a leading consumer AIoT platform, Xiaomi is fully committed to leveraging its scale and efficiency to create a sustainable economy for our users, employees, partners and the planet. We look forward to leading by example and continuing to integrate ESG practices into our products, services, governance structure, and operations.”

    Forbes China’s selection criteria for the ESG 50 are based on the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Companies named to the list are also on Forbes Global 2000 list.

    Xiaomi views ESG management as fundamental to its corporate strategy. It has published an annual ESG Report since 2018 and has joined the UN Global Compact and committed to its ten stipulated principles of corporate responsibility since 2020.

    READ MORE: Xiaomi launches ultra-high resolution Pad 5 Pro

    Its achievements in ESG were recognized by the Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies in 2021 with the “Award of Excellence in ESG”.

    Xiaomi has reduced resource consumption and minimized the environmental impacts of its products by leveraging technology advancement and optimizing production processes. As shown in the graph below, environmental impacts are minimized throughout the life cycle of Xiaomi products.

    Examples of ways Xiaomi reduced its environmental impacts include the following. The Xiaomi 12 series smartphone features a rear cover made of BASF Haptex®, a low-carbon non-solvent polyurethane (PU) material that consumes 20 percent less energy, emits 20 percent less greenhouse gases, and uses 15 percent less water compared to synthetic leather.

    READ MORE: Xiaomi unveils CyberOne – first ever humanoid robot

    Lightweight pallets used for shipping smartphones abroad annually save up to 460 metric tons of aviation fuel or 1,423 metric tons of CO2e. Xiaomi also recycled more than 650 thousand smartphones in 2021, 80 percent to 90 percent of which were resold.

    When it comes to the social factor in ESG, Xiaomi has built a comprehensive governance structure to protect data security and user privacy. Xiaomi created its Security and Privacy Committee in 2014. Xiaomi adopted the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of European Union compliance assessment in 2018. It continues to submit to external expert scrutiny of its data protection and user privacy practices.

    READ MORE: Xiaomi launches ultra slim MIX Fold 2 smartphone

    Last year, Xiaomi published its first transparency report, making it the first Android smartphone brand to do so. Xiaomi this year obtained the certificate of registration of NIST CSF (National Institute of Standards and Technology, Cybersecurity Framework), further strengthening its data security protection capabilities.

  • Japanese regulator expels Hino on certification testing misconduct

    Japanese regulator expels Hino on certification testing misconduct

    JAPAN: Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) on Wednesday announced its decision to expel Hino Motors, Ltd on misconduct concerning certification testing.

    Since its establishment in April 2021, CJPT has been working in the field with its partners to accelerate the spread of CASE, thereby aiming to contribute in achieving a carbon neutral society and reducing the burden on drivers and workers.

    READ MORE: Toyota launches new redesigned Sienta minivan

    Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), suggested that the misconduct committed by Hino is incompatible with CJPT’s aspirations and goals and that the continued inclusion of Hino in activities will not gain the understanding of its customers and the public.

    With this suggestion taken into consideration, the decision was made after discussion within CJPT.

    Specifically, Hino will be excluded from all agreements, including the joint planning agreement, and Hino’s equity stake (10 percent) in CJPT will be transferred to Toyota. In the projects that CJPT is currently working on, such as the previously announced social implementation in Fukushima and Tokyo, Hino will play a minimal role to not cause inconvenience to CJPT’s customers.

    READ MORE: Toyota Motors suspends production at Tsutsumi plant

    Comments by Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation

    “As the parent company and a shareholder of Hino, we are extremely disappointed with the company’s misconduct in relation to the certification testing, which has greatly undermined the trust of our customers and all other stakeholders. Hino has committed misconduct in engine certification for a long period of time, and the company is in a situation where it is not to be recognized as one of the 5.5 million individuals in the Japanese automotive industry. CJPT is a project to build the future together, based on Japan’s CASE technology. As of now, we believe that Hino’s participation will cause inconvenience to stakeholders, and we have decided that it is appropriate to expel Hino from CJPT.

    READ MORE: COVID-19 cases reported at Toyota work sites

    “This conclusion was reached after discussions with the companies involved. We will continue to work with our partners on the project to solve the issues facing the transportation industry and contribute to achieving a carbon neutral society.”

  • Samsung launches 55-inch curved gaming screen

    Samsung launches 55-inch curved gaming screen

    GERMANY: Samsung Electronics on Wednesday unveiled its curved gaming screen with display of 55-inch with a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time (GtG) and all new Cockpit Mode at Gamescom 2022.

    According to the press release issued by Samsung Electronics on August 24, 2022 stated that the Odyssey Ark represents a new frontier in gaming with its unrivaled picture quality and cinematic surround sound.

    The world’s first 55-inch 1000R curved screen provides an immersive view that wraps around the user’s peripheral vision, enhanced by Cockpit Mode which optimizes the screen environment with HAS (Height Adjustable Stand), tilt and pivot functionality.

    The Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics Hyesung Ha said, “As the world’s largest gaming event, Gamescom represents an opportunity for Samsung to showcase our latest gaming innovations that will deliver the incredible future of gaming to player communities around the world.”

    He further said that, “The awe-inspiring Odyssey Ark and super smart new G70B and G65B reinforce our expertise, while opening up a new world of possibilities through these gaming screens.”

    Quantum Matrix Technology powered by Quantum Mini LED enables ultra-fine and precise control of the densely packed LEDs with newly added 14-bit processing, enhanced by 16,384 black levels and a million-to-one static contrast ratio which showcases every detail in perfect clarity.

    The Odyssey Ark is the ultimate entertainment screen, made possible by Samsung’s proprietary Matte Display and Sound Dome Technology. With both anti-glare and anti-reflection protection, users can watch, work and play without distractions, while surrounding themselves with cinematic sound delivered through four speakers at each corner and two central woofers — resulting in a 60W 2.2.2 channel with the lowest 45Hz notes of any gaming screen or gaming soundbar.

    The Odyssey Ark is equipped with all the necessary features to deliver the best gaming, entertainment and lifestyle experiences. Smart Hub integrates essential IoT devices and functionality, allowing users to monitor and adjust settings such as temperature and humidity through the SmartThings app.

    Plus, a simple Wi-Fi connection enables a full smart TV experience, giving access to popular streaming apps and free live content with no downloads or sign-ups made possible by Samsung TV Plus.

    In addition to a 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time (GtG) with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, the Odyssey Ark offers Samsung Gaming Hub,1 an all-in-one game streaming discovery platform where players can discover and play the games they love with no downloads or storage space requirements.

    Furthermore, Odyssey Ark is equipped with Ark Dial, a solar-powered controller which is exclusive to the Ark screen, allowing the quick and easy control of settings such as Flex Move Screen, Multi View, Quick Settings and Game Bar. In addition to being equipped with a solar panel, the Ark Dial can also be charged by a USB Type-C connection.

    Newly unveiled at Gamescom 2022 are the Odyssey G70B and G65B gaming monitors. These are the first models in the Odyssey lineup which have both Samsung’s Smart Platform and Samsung Gaming Hub embedded.

    Both the G70B and G65B provide smart functionality, including the option to create a home office environment even without a PC. The monitors conveniently connect with various IT devices and services all from one screen for an ultra-efficient working environment.

    Users can wirelessly connect to a Windows or Mac PC, use Samsung DeX, and mirror a smartphone screen onto the monitor using Apple AirPlay 2 as well as access Microsoft 365 cloud services. Users can also watch the latest shows on Netflix, Amazon Prime and other leading OTT (over-the-top) service providers.

    In addition to the IoT functionality also available on the Odyssey Ark, the G70B and G65B are equipped with a high-sensitivity Far Field Voice microphone, allowing users to control the device with voice assistants such as Bixby and Amazon Alexa.

    The Always On Voice function allows users to interact with Bixby even when the monitor is turned off, while displaying conversation related information on the monitor’s screen.

    The G70B is available in 28- and 32-inch sizes, offering a 144Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time (GtG). These capabilities are packaged up in a UHD resolution, flat IPS display that is enhanced by NVIDIA’s G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for smooth gameplay.

    The G65B is offered in 27- and 32-inch size option and is equipped with a 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time (GtG). The QHD, 1000R curved display comes with FreeSync Premium Pro for a flawless gaming experience that will give any player a competitive edge.

    Samsung Gaming Hub — available on both the G70B and G65B — allows instant access to top streaming services from partners such as Xbox, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, Google Stadia, Utomik and Amazon Luna (U.S. Only).

    Plus, users can access popular console and PC games to journey throughout the gaming universe, powered by Samsung’s advanced game streaming technology for smooth visuals and responsive gameplay.

    In addition to Samsung Gaming Hub, the two new Odyssey models offer Game Bar, a powerful tool enabling gamers to quickly and easily view the status of gaming settings and modify response time or screen ratio, as well as Game Picture mode, without ever needing to leave the game screen.

  • Amazon registers over 6,000 Pakistani sellers

    Amazon registers over 6,000 Pakistani sellers

    ISLAMABAD: Over 6,000 Pakistani sellers have been registered on Amazon platform, the leading global e-commerce giant, according to a press release issued on Tuesday.

    This was revealed by Pakistani Ambassador to the United States Masood Khan in the press release issued from Washington DC.

    He said that more than 6,000 sellers from Pakistan were registered last year on Amazon platforms after the leading global e-commerce giant opened seller registration for the country.

    “This was a significant breakthrough for Pakistan providing much-needed international online business exposure to the country,” he continued.

    “According to Amazon, these sellers have done good, steady business over the past few months. This is just a beginning, with a promise of huge expansion,” continued the Ambassador of Pakistan.

    He said the volume of Amazon-supported businesses would grow exponentially with better networking and integration with US online platforms.

    He was addressing a 35-member delegation of Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group (WIPG) who interacted with him at the Embassy on August 23, 2022.

    WIPG helps professionals in maximizing their network, realizing their full potential and delivering value to various stakeholders. It also assists companies, associations and organizations to connect with the right kind of workforce to achieve organizational goals.

    The delegation comprised former governor of Puerto Rico Luis Fortuno, WIPG President Nelson Garcia, economists, government officials, presidents and CEOs of corporations, entrepreneurs, investment fund managers, legal experts and diplomats.

    The Ambassador said that better networking among Pak-US professionals, IT experts, businessmen, entrepreneurs and corporate leaders would create win-win solutions for the two countries and would help meet the growing needs of US economy.

    “In past two decades, the two countries remained focused on tackling security issues in the region. These decades of lost economic and business opportunities for Pakistan need to be substituted with massive investment and commercial activities”, emphasized the Pakistan envoy.

    Masood Khan said that with a 220 million population with its 100 million middle class, 130 million youth below the age of 30 years, 110 million mobile broadband subscribers and a tech savvy young human capital, Pakistan provides ideal conditions for the US investors and entrepreneurs to explore, invest and expand their businesses not only to Pakistan but to the Central Asia, West Asia, Middle East and North America.

    Highlighting the remarkable growth of start-ups and tech sector in Pakistan during past few months, the Ambassador said that the tech sector of the country was taking off and poised to serve the entire region.

    The Ambassador said that all efforts were being made to create strong linkages at all levels including government-to-government, business-to-business and most importantly people-to-people contacts.

    Our diaspora, he said, is the most reliable and resilient connecting tissue binding the two countries and its people together.

    We have to work together to further strengthen our partnerships in all possible areas including trade, investment, health, energy, climate change, green and renewable energy and agriculture.

    The Ambassador thanked the Washington-based group for exploring ways to integrate Pak professionals with their peers in America.

    Pakistan, he said, had a growing reservoir of a capable workforce. Later, the Ambassador responded to the questions of the participants about business opportunities in Pakistan, Pakistani exports to the US including rice and the security situation in South Asia.