By Aftab Ahmed | January 12, 2026

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has outlined how 5G spectrum will be sold, sharing bands, lot structures, and limits for the Next Generation Mobile Services auction. According to the Information Memorandum revealed last week, 597.2 MHz of spectrum below 6 GHz will be offered through a structured, multi-band auction process nationwide. The much-awaited 5G auction…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 9, 2026

YouTube has introduced new filters in its advanced search tools, including a Shorts filter designed to help users find longer videos more easily. The Shorts filter allows users to remove videos that are three minutes or less from search results. By separating Shorts as a distinct content type, the platform enables viewers to avoid short-form…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 9, 2026

realme, following the remarkable market response and strong sales performance of the realme C85 Pro, is once again gearing up to disrupt the smartphone segment with the teaser reveal of its new model, the upcoming realme C85. The new smartphone highlights realme’s focus on delivering an Ultra Battery and Ultra Display experience, aimed at redefining…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 9, 2026

Telecom regulator in Pakistan has finalised the Information Memorandum for the upcoming 5G spectrum auction, according to sources familiar with the matter. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority is expected to issue the document after receiving formal approval, a move that will formally initiate the auction process. Sources said the completion of the Information Memorandum follows the…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 8, 2026

United Bank Limited is preparing to introduce voice activation features in its mobile banking application, according to internal sources. The planned update would allow users to transfer money by giving simple voice commands instead of navigating traditional in-app menus. Sources said customers would be able to send money to contacts using voice instructions, making everyday…

By Salman Khan | January 8, 2026

Pakistan’s IT ministry has issued directives to the telecom regulator for auction of next-generation spectrum, targeting at least $630.4 million in non-tax revenue. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has issued a policy directive to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority aimed at proceeding with the country’s largest-ever mobile spectrum auction. It covers multiple low, mid,…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 7, 2026

Motorola has introduced the Signature, its first handset under the ultra-premium Signature series, following the Razr Fold launch. The device emphasises premium materials, flagship performance and an advanced camera system, positioning it at Motorola’s portfolio summit. It features a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, 165Hz refresh rate and 6,200 nits brightness peak. The…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 7, 2026

A high- level business delegation of Dubai’s renowned real estate company DAMAC Properties, led by Sajwani, called on the Federal Minister for Information Technology & Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, to explore collaboration in Pakistan’s growing digital and technology ecosystem. Welcoming the delegation, the Federal Minister underscored that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Nation Pakistan (DNP)…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 7, 2026

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), following approval of the Federal Cabinet, has notified the Policy Framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Services in Pakistan to promote competition, innovation, and enhanced consumer choice in the telecommunications sector.The framework enables MVNOs to offer nationwide mobile and next-generation mobile services under their own brand identities through commercial…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 7, 2026

Internet services across Pakistan appear to be stabilising after several days of severe disruption that affected users nationwide. Nayatel, one of the country’s major internet service providers, said in a post on X that the issue had been resolved, adding that “all uplinks have remained stable”. Independent checks carried out on multiple devices indicate that…