World’s first blockchain smartphone to be launched in BD

World’s first Blockchain enabled smartphone is going to launch in Bangladesh. The Switzerland based Sirin Lab’s smartphone, known as
8 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Exciting recent game releases

Control is a graphically rich game and the story is enticing as well. The game has received critical acclaim, drawing comparisons to Alan
8 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Best product showcases from IFA 2019

Similar to the Spectre x360 laptop on display above, the XPS 13 2-in-1 laptop promises to be a full-fledged Laptop-tablet hybrid. Its
8 September 2019, 18:00 PM

TECH BITS

TECH BITS
8 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Huawei touts achievements in 5G for Asia-Pacific Innovation Day 2019

This year’s instalment of the Asia-Pacific Innovation Day was held today at the Waldorf Astoria in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. This year’s theme, “Innovation Enables Asia-Pacific Digitisation”, saw over 200 representatives from a wide range of backgrounds—government, industry and academia included—discuss innovative 5G technologies and applications, along with sustainable development, advanced technology and their visions of the future.
3 September 2019, 20:29 PM

Going the Xtra mile with gifts

Xtra is in essence an app where you can send gifts digitally for various restaurants and retail stores across Dhaka to someone.
1 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Next apple event on the cards

Apple has sent out invitations for its annual iPhone event which is scheduled for September 10th. It is anticipated that the company will
1 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Hands-On Review: Symphony i97

The Symphony i97 had been mistakenly called a Pixel 2 on not one, but three separate occasions by my friends and colleagues during the course of this hands-on review.
1 September 2019, 18:00 PM

First smart prepaid metre plant ready to go live in Bangladesh

Setting a new milestone, the first-ever state-owned smart prepaid metering factory is all set to start its production. Dubbed as ‘Bangladesh Smart Electrical Company Limited’, this manufacturing plant is a joint venture between state-owned Power Distribution
1 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Cool as ice or shallow like a pond?

2018 was not an ideal year for Intel. Given a run for their money by AMD, the 10th generation processors from Intel has to step it up and make some drastic changes if the company wants to ascertain their position as the top dogs.
25 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Walton marches forward

Local electronic and automobile conglomerate Walton has been stepping up its game in the last few years with expanding its business in new territories. What started as a small trading company back in 1977, has now grown into a nation’s premier hub for producing electronic home appliances.
25 August 2019, 18:00 PM

A week with the ASUS TUF FX505DU

Budget gaming laptops usually come with a red flag or two, but to my surprise the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU left little to be desired.
25 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Tech Bits

Telegram has introduced Slow Mode, a feature which prevents users from spam-texting too often in group conversations
18 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Indie game picks of 2019

Accompanied by a big band jazz soundtrack, Ape Out is a top-down beat em up game which lets you play as a Gorilla making its escape from a facility. The game has a really unique art style and the fluid motion makes corridor hopping feel tactile helped on by the bopping soundtrack.
18 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Budget smartwatch recommendations

This is a cheaper alternative for those who want a smartwatch that looks good too. The watch is priced at around 80 dollars and it mimics the Apple Watch in its sleek design and smooth interface. The trans-reflective colour display is not only easy on the eyes but it
18 August 2019, 18:00 PM

A showcase of young expat talent

Faisal and I wanted to organise a grand event to bring the next generation of Bangladeshis together. The event was planned under the banner of BEST (Bangladeshi Entrepreneurs Society of Talents). It took place on April 6 and amidst the performing arts, problem
18 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Everything we know about the Pixel 4

Google has been teasing the Pixel 4 for quite a few months now but recently they updated the Google blog with some new updates regarding a revamped gesture system.
4 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Will it fold?

Let’s face it: the smartphone design industry is going through an all-time low now. With no radical design change in the horizon, most of the smartphone manufacturers are playing peek-a-boo with the front camera.
4 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Best options for your digital cow

It’s no surprise that you can take your pick of cattle from online market platforms now. But it is surprising however, the number of places you can look online for buying a cow, goat or bull. Apart from the Facebook groups, you have places like Daraz and Bikroy.com alongside other e-commerce sites, just waiting to ship you your choice of sacrifice.
4 August 2019, 18:00 PM

TigerIT blacklisted for corrupt practices in World Bank funded NID Card project

TigerIT, one of the largest IT firms in Bangladesh, was blacklisted today by the World Bank. The news broke after a report by Prothom Alo based on a sanction issued by World Bank. In the sanction dated April 24, 2019, the Sanctions Board of the World Bank imposed sanctions of debarment on TigerIT Bangladesh and Mr Ziaur Rahman, the CEO of TigerIT, for nine years and six months, and six years and six months, respectively.
30 July 2019, 17:14 PM