Oppo announced that it will launch its new dual selfie camera F3 Plus which is a continuation of F3 series. The company claimed to launch F3 Plus in five markets including Pakistan. Pakistan is promptly becoming a major country of Oppo market and come up as a strong competitor among big brands.
Sky Li, OPPO Vice President and Managing Director of International Mobile Business, stated that “At OPPO, product innovation drives everything that we do, and it is our core brand value. The F3 Series will take selfie technology to another level as well as it sets new trends. We are confident it will be a great success and will set a standard that others will follow.”
F3 Plus is a first of its kind DUAL front-facing, Selfie Camera inclusive of “One for Selfie, One for Group Selfie”. The 120-degree wide-angle, 6P front camera gives a larger view comparatively 105% larger than a regular front camera view. While the other front camera with 16 MP Resolution, 1/3.1-inch sensor and a large f/2.0 aperture is an upgraded technology noticed in earlier launched Selfie Expert phones by Oppo. F3 series have high dynamic range, vivid depth and minimised noise. The rear camera is however conventional but possessed with adorable specifications. A 16MP 1/2.8″ Sony IMX398 sensor is paired with a fast F1.7 aperture and optical image stabilization. Dual PDAF doubles the ‘focus pixels’ on the image sensor for up to 40% faster focus times in low light.
F3 Plus comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 653 octa-core, backed by 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage. A dual-slot card tray can hold two Nano SIM cards or one Nano SIM card and a microSD card which increases its capacity up to 256GB. The phone has 4,000 mAh battery, which allows for a standby time of more than 284 hours. However one of additional features is the company’s own VOOC fast charging technology that provides up to 2 hours of talk time.
At the front you’ll find a 6″ 1080p IPS LCD display that is covered by 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The F3 Plus with a metallic body comes in black or gold colour.It will be launched soon in Pakistan.
Schengen area includes 26 European states. You will submit your visa application at the embassy of the state you want to visit.
Procedure:
As there are 26 states in Schengen you need to know which one you want to visit.
If you are visiting more than one state then your application should be submitted at embassy of that state which will be your main destination.
If your state will be of equal time at more than one state then your visa application will be submitted at embassy of state where you intend to arrive first.
You must apply 15 days before the intended visit date
Your application cannot be submitted more than 3 months before your departure
Your visa application form will be submitted at Schengen embassy.
Requirements:
You will need following documents when you are applying for a Schengen visa
Valid passport with at least 2 empty visa pages
A completed and signed Schengen visa application form
Photos that meet Dutch requirements
Pay the required visa fee and submit the receipt
A service fee if you are submitting your application at the office of an external service provider
Fee requirements:
Visa fees vary depending on type of visa, they go as follow
Airport transit visa 00 EUR
Short stay Schengen visa, less than 90 days 00 EUR
Long stay visa, more than 90 days 00 EUR
Children between the age of 6 and below 12 years old 35.00 EUR
No visa is required for children under 6 years of age, students who are accompanying teachers, researchers from third world countries and representatives of NGOs aged under 25.
Contact details:
0900 078 60 (landlines) 9999 (mobile phones). These numbers can only reached by calling from Pakistan.
You can visit any Schengen state embassy in your city to submit the application form.
The following procedures must be followed in order to obtain a Schengen visa from Pakistan:
1. Figure out which of the 26 European nations that make up the Schengen Area you intend to visit. Please specify the nation you wish to visit, as your visa application will handled by the relevant embassy or consulate.
2. Verify visa requirements by visiting the website of the Schengen country’s embassy or consulate. Find out all you need to know about visas based on your country and trip purpose. A valid passport, evidence of sufficient funds, proof of lodging, a completed visa application form, passport-sized photos, and evidence of travel insurance may all be necessary.
3. After you’ve looked over the visa requirements, the next step is to collect all of the paperwork you’ll need. Verify that your passport has a validity period of three months beyond the duration of your planned stay in the Schengen Area.
4. Submit your visa application: Verify that all information on the visa application is correct and complete. Be sure to sign the form where asked for and provide all the essential information.
5. To submit a visa application, most consulates and embassies in the Schengen area need applicants to do so. To learn more about making an appointment, check out the website of the relevant embassy or consulate.
6. Be punctual and carry all the necessary paperwork to your appointment. Fill out the application and send in the visa payment. In case an interview is necessary, come prepared.
7. The embassy or consulate will process your application after you submit it. The amount of time it takes to complete an order varies by season and nation. You can find the estimated processing times on the website of the embassy or consulate.
8. After your visa application is reviewed, you’ll get a notice to pick it up. A visa stamp in your passport will indicate that your application has been approved. A letter outlining the grounds for the denial will be sent to you if it is denied.
9.Once your visa is approved, you will be able to visit the Schengen Area during the visa’s validity period. Follow the rules of your visa and don’t overstay your welcome.
To account for potential processing delays, it is recommended to begin the visa application procedure at least one month before your intended travel dates.
China is arguably the closest and friendliest country to Pakistan but let’s see how easy it is to get a visa to China.
Procedure:
There are four categories of Chinese visas that are Diplomatic, Courtesy, Official and Ordinary visas. Your visa types depend on your purpose. Similarly duration of your stay in China depends on what kind of visa you have. To apply for a Chinese visa you need to;
Download the application form, it can be downloaded from the china embassy website
Fill the application form carefully
Applicant should appear in person to submit the documents and answer all questions asked from the visa officer
Latest application form must used, older forms are not valid anymore.
Requirements:
All of your documents should be valid. Following are the documents that you need to submit when applying for Chinese Mainland visa:
Fully and accurately completed application form and recent photograph attached with it
Original passport that has a validity of at least 6 months
Minimum two blank visa pages on the passport
Photocopies of personal information that is on passport
And photocopies of previous Chinese visa, if you have any
Visa processing normally takes 4 working days. If you are availing express service, it takes 2-3 days.
Fee requirements:
Pakistani Diplomatic, Ordinary and Official passport holders exempted from any visa fees. If you have a U.S ordinary passport then visa fees are as follow:
Single/Double/Multiple Entries 10,400
Group Visa 8,000 per capita
Contact details:
You can contact the Chinese embassy in Pakistan at the following email address
chinaemb_pk@mfa.gov.cn
Contact details of Consular Office
Consular Office of Chinese Embassy in Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-8355016 (24 Hours Voice Inquiry Service), +92-51-8355015 (Operator answered during 09:00-12:00, 14:30-16:30 on working days), Fax: +92-51-2279600
A Chinese visa application from Pakistan necessitates meticulous planning and preparation due to the multiple stages involved. For a high-level picture, here it is:
1. Your intentions for visiting China will determine the sort of visa you’ll need. A few examples of common visas are the L tourist visa, the M business visa, and the X student visa. See what kind of visa you need for your trip by visiting the website of the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Pakistan.
2. Fill out the online visa application form Accessible online through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate website is the first step in applying for a visa. You risk having your visa application denied if the information you provide is not correct or complete.
3. Get all the necessary paperwork to support your visa application. All of the following documents may be required: a passport, two recent passport-sized photos, a national identity card copy, evidence of sufficient cash to cover your stay in China, a detailed itinerary, hotel reservations, and, if relevant, an invitation letter from a Chinese host or group.
4. Submit the application fee to the participating banks or use an online payment method. The precise amount of the cost will change based on the specific type of visa you are seeking. The receipt for the payment must be preserved because it is required to be submitted with the visa application.
5. Bring all of the necessary documents to the Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Pakistan or have a visa agency bring them on your behalf. This is after you have filled out the online visa application and collected all of the necessary paperwork. Be careful to submit the required paperwork and pay the visa fee.
6. The specifics of this step will depend on your visa type and other personal details. Your travel arrangements, reason for visiting, and personal history will likely be the topics of inquiry during the interview.
7. Get your visa stamped in your passport at the CVASC. You will be informed when your visa application is granted. Be cautious to double-check your visa details before you go for your trip.
A person’s specific situation and any changes to immigration policies can affect the specific steps involved in applying for a visa. Therefore, for the most current information and assistance with your visa application, it is recommended that you visit the official website of the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Pakistan or speak with a knowledgeable visa expert.
Labelled as “Land of Opportunity” USA is home to many foreigners. However it isn’t easy to get a visa to USA especially from countries like Pakistan. Let’s check out what steps you need to follow to get to USA.
Procedure:
First of all you need to know what kind of visa you need. It depends on your purpose of going, if you are going for a shorter period just to visit you need a visit visa. If you want to work in US temporarily you need a specific visa based on nature of work you want to do. Let’s have a look at the procedure.
Know your visa type
Fill the DS-160 form carefully, you cannot make any changes once the form is complete.
Finally after completing first two steps you need to pay the visa fee
Requirements:
Once you have filled the form and paid the charges you need to log in at the website using the same login details that you used to pay fee and fill the form. There you have to enter following information to schedule your appointment:
Passport number
Receipt number from your visa fee receipt
The ten (10) digit barcode number from your DS-160 confirmation page
Fee requirements:
Visa fees go as follow:
Tourist/business visa: $160
Temporary/Seasonal Workers and Employment: $190
Contact information:
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad is responsible for providing visa services to anyone applying for a temporary or permanent visit to US. You can contact them here:
Consular Section Diplomatic Enclave, Ramna 5, U.S. Embassy, Islamabad, Pakistan
Consulate General of the United States of America Tel: (92 21) 3527-5000 3,4,5 New TPX Area, Mai Kolachi Road Fax: (92 21) 3561-2413
Karachi, Pakistan.
There are a number of procedures and requirements that must be met to obtain a US visa from Pakistan. Just to give you a quick rundown of what happens:
1. Your intended use of your time in the United States will dictate the specific type of visa you’ll need. A few examples of popular visas are B-2 tourist, F-1 student, H-1B work, and immigrant (permanent residency) visas. To find out which visa category is right for your travel, visit the U.S. Department of State’s official website.
2. The first step is to apply for a nonimmigrant visa online using Form DS-160. If you want your visa application to be approved, you need to be as accurate and truthful as possible. To bring with you to your visa interview, be sure to keep the confirmation barcode you receive after filling out the form.
3. Machine Readable Visa (MRV) applicants, who are not seeking a visa to enter the country permanently, must pay a fee to apply for a visa. Depending on the type of visa you are applying for, the payment methods and amounts of fees can vary. Online or at certain bank offices, you can pay the cost.
4. After you’ve paid the visa application fee and completed the DS-160 form, the next step is to make an appointment to interview for your visa at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in Pakistan.
5. Before your visa interview, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork. Your visa category will dictate the documents you are need to provide along with your passport, DS-160 confirmation page, receipt for the visa application fee, two recent passport-sized photos, evidence of sufficient cash to cover your stay in the USA, travel itinerary, and any other relevant documents.
6. Keep the scheduled appointment: Be prompt and bring a copy of all necessary documents to the embassy or consulate on the day of your visa interview. Asking questions about your past, vacation plans, and visa application is normal, so be ready to answer them. When you interview with the consular officer, they will determine whether you qualify for a visa.
7. Please be informed of the outcome of your visa application after your interview. You will be told if it has been approved, denied, or needs additional administrative processing. Be sure to apply at least a few days before your planned travel date, since processing delays can vary.
8. Retrieve your visa: If your application for a visa is accepted, you will be able to obtain your passport stamped with the visa either through courier or by personally picking it up at the consulate or embassy. You must verify the accuracy of your visa information before to your journey.
The specific steps required to apply for a visa could change in response to new immigration regulations or other personal circumstances. For the most current information and assistance with your visa application, it is recommended that you visit the official website of the U.S. Department of State or speak with a knowledgeable immigration counselor.
UK is awesome so we have heard. Admit or not but you would love to go there one day. And guess what you can’t go there if you don’t have a visa. Let’s see how you can get a UK visa.
Procedure:
Before you apply you need to know what kind of visa you need, for example if you just want to visit UK for a short period of time you would need a visit visa. You can apply online to get a visa to UK at www.gov.uk . You need to follow these steps when you are applying online:
Fill in the form in English
Visa fee must be paid online
Print the filled out form
Finally book your appointment at any visa application center
Requirements:
To get a general visitor visa to UK you need to fulfill following requirements:
Your age should be 18 years or above
Your purpose of visit isn’t work or study
Your financial status is sound, means you are able to afford the stay in UK and return also Some documents that are required are
A valid passport
Two passport size color photographs
Any evidence that can support yourself during your stay at UK this might include paid slips or bank statements etc.
Required documents may vary based on type of your visa, you can find all the detail on application form that you will fill when applying for the visa. Remember don’t get too smart if you are getting a visit visa then your purpose should be visit only, you can’t go and start working there. You will be deported or worse, jailed.
Fee requirements:
Fee requirements depend on for how long you are staying in UK on a visit visa. These are
For short term you have to pay £83
For long term fees are different
£300 for one and two year stay
£544 for 5 year stay
£737 for ten year stay
Contact information:
You can contact UK visas and immigration office from here:
Telephone: 00 44 1243 217 905
Timings are form 9 am to 5 pm (Pakistan Standard Time)
Hope this helps you.
A high-level outline of the procedure is as follows:
Your visit to the UK’s purpose will dictate the type of visa you’ll need. Many other kinds of visas are in circulation, including those for tourists, students, workers, and families. Finding the right visa category for your travel can be done by visiting the official UK government website or by consulting with a visa counselor.
The second step is to fill out the online application form on the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) website. This is after you’ve decided what kind of visa you require. The rejection of your visa application could be the consequence of inaccuracies in the information you provide, so be careful.
The third step is to collect the necessary paperwork. The documents you’ll need to submit with your visa application will vary in form. Documents required for your visa category may include your passport, two recent passport-sized photos, evidence of sufficient cash to cover your UK stay, details of your trip plans and accommodations, and maybe other relevant documents.
The fourth step is to schedule an appointment at a visa application center (VAC) in Pakistan. This is after you have finished the online application and collected all of the required papers. The UK Visas and Immigration website or the VAC can be used for this purpose. At your scheduled visit, we will collect your biometric information, including your photograph and fingerprints, as well as your application form.
When it’s your scheduled appointment, bring the original and a copy of all necessary documents. When you go in for your appointment, have any extra questions regarding your visa application ready to answer.
The application fee for the visa must be paid when the application is submitted. The visa you’re applying for will determine the exact amount of the fee. You can pay at the visa application center, through bank transfer, or online.
Once you have submitted your biometric data and visa application, you will have to wait for a decision. Please ensure that you apply at least two weeks before your planned travel date to account for processing times, as they can vary. Using the reference number you were given when you applied, you can check on the progress of your application online.
You will get an email or text message notification when your visa application is processed. After submitting your visa application, you must retrieve your passport from the same location where the stamp was applied. Before you fly, double-check that all of the information on your visa is accurate.
Please be aware that immigration policies are subject to change and that your specific situation may affect how you apply for a visa. For the most current information and assistance with your visa application, it is recommended that you visit the official UK government website or speak with an experienced immigration adviser.
Blasphemy is a highly sensitive and unpardonable issue in. There have been many cases where people themselves have taken law in their own hands and executed the people who allegedly committed blasphemy. But it has involved Facebook probably for the first time, which has caused court to step in.
Looking at the history of it and what cause law to get involved, about two to three months ago five people, who bluntly shared their views about religious extremism and power of military were kidnapped. Four of them returned home but a whole campaign had been put up against them, labelling them blasphemers before they returned. Many people supported the view that their content, what they shared on Facebook was blasphemous.
Anyways this issued became a talking point for two to three months and still hasn’t settled in the dust. We saw Interior minister Chauhdary Nisar ask Facebook to share information with them, his words were “Facebook and other service providers should share all information about the people behind this blasphemous content with us”.
Facebook has agreed to send its team to resolve this issue. This is where Islamabad High Court steps in, Justice Shaukat Siddiqui clearly directed the authorities to suspend Facebook in the country if it does not block blasphemous material.
Yeah you heard that right. As of now, Facebook’s team hasn’t arrived yet. These aren’t just lame threats, Pakistan did block Facebook back in 2010 for two weeks because of blasphemous content on it. Then Youtube was also block for four years because of an amateur film about Prophet Muhammad PBUH.
The decision about whether Facebook will be blocked or not will be taken in the next court hearing, let’s see what happens then, we hope Facebook and authorities sort this matter out.
Earth Hour is a worldwide movement which is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) for the sake of our Planet. Annually through this event, individuals, communities, households and businesses are encouraged to turn off their unnecessary lights for one hour, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. towards the end of March, in pursuit of loyality and devotion to planet. It was famously started as a lights-off event inSydney, Australia, in 2007. Once it is initiated then it has involved more than 7000 cities and towns worldwide. Today, a massive mainstream engaged on a broad range of environmental issues in this Earth hour event.
When is Earth Hour 2017?
Earth Hour 2016 was on Saturday, March 19, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. during participants’ local time and will be held March 25 in 2017.
Who supports Earth Hour?
Earth Hour is supported around the world by Woodland,CBRE Group, the National Hockey League, FIFA, UEFA, Manchester United, Hilton Worldwide,Girl Scouts of the US,World Organisation of the Scouts Movement, UNESCO, the UN Environment Programme, the International Trade Union Confederation,HSBC,World Association of the Girl Guides and Girl Scouts,Philips, IKEA, The Body Shop, ING Vysya Bankand more.
How does Earth hour effect planet?
A 2014 study published in Energy Research and Social Science compiled 274 measurements of observed changes in electricity demand caused by Earth Hour in 10 countries, spanning 6 years, and found that the events reduced electricity consumption an average of 4%
Why should we switch off lights?
Earth Hour has not perspective of how much energy is saved during the hour rather than that it is about giving attention to the neglected issues which are being faced by the planet and inspiring people to live more sustainably. The aim is to change the mindset of people and make them to have choices and the decisions they take after the hour is can help reduce the impacts of climate change on the planet, its question about wildlife and future generations.
How can you play a part?
WWF say it’s completely up to individuals how they take part during the hour – just as long as the lights are out!
“It’s not about sitting in the dark for an hour,” WWF says.
“Whether someone is enjoying their favourite book, getting together with friends for a candlelit (dinner) party or stargazing with loved ones, it’s their event too.
We have Good news for all, finally Wi tribe has launched 4.5G service first time in Pakistan.
Wi-tribe has announced the launch of 4.5G services, for the first time in Pakistan, which will be made operational by June 2017 in five cities of the country.(ISLAMABAD)
Wi-tribe had a $15 million contract and strategic partnership with China based Huawei for advanced upgrade of LTE in at least five cities including; Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi and Faisalabad.
1GB per second data can be delivered through this LTE-A equiment, whereas, LTE is capable to deliver only 300MB per second. Wi-Tribe would provide 100Mbps per connection right now and by the end of 2018, it is expected to be raised to 200Mbps.
By 2019, the industry is intended to deliver 400Mbps to its customers. Wi-Tribe was launched in Pakistan in 2009 and provides telecommunication services in five cities.
Earlier, when this contract was signed between Wi tribe and Huwaei, It was promised by them to deliver LTE services in Pakistan therefore fulfilling their promise now
Joint Statement from Hasan Bokhari HB Group Chairman and Owner of wi-tribe & Shahid Malik Chairman of the wi-tribe Advisory Board states,
“We are excited to formally announce that after taking a number of key strategic initiatives in recent months such as the $multi-million spectrum upgrade in August, we have now agreed a $15 million contract and long term strategic partnership with Huawei of China. This investment and partnership will secure Wi-tribe’s future as the leader in Pakistan’s fast changing fixed internet and technology market for the next 5+ years.”
Wi-tribe can be seen as the game changer and leader of this industry in upcoming period of a saturated market of broadband services. It has proposed and worked on delivering the fastest LTE services. The LTE equipment will be imported from Hong Kong. They planned to offer competitive packages with unparalleled technology, speed and reliability and best customer support to set in stone.
