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Chinese telecom giant Huawei and the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) has set up an ICT academy to equip young learners with industry-fit skills and develop a talent ecosystem. This ICT academy has been established as a non-profit education programme where the learners will be provided training and learning solutions to meet the needs of the ICT sector. An opening ceremony was organised Wednesday at BUET. Read:Huawei to enrich digital solutions to empower APAC's green development State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak was present at the event as the chief guest and Pan Junfeng, CEO of Huawei Bangladesh, Dr Satya Prasad Majumder, vice-chancellor of BUET, were also present. The participants in the academy's programme will get a chance to communicate with more than 3,000 instructors from around the world. There will be 83 certification programmes on 19 different subjects as per the current plan. Read Huawei holds campus recruitment event at IUT The course and certification will be coordinated by Huawei Authorized Information and Network Academy. Students will get three types of grade certificates based on their achievements from the ICT Academy – associate, professional, and expert.  Satya Prasad said: "The academy will contribute significantly to the existing curriculum of BUET as well as help the aspiring learners to develop themselves by acquiring hands-on experience and get insights about the industry." Read:Huawei brings seven new devices for smart experience Huawei Bangladesh CEO Pan Junfeng said: "In 2013, Huawei initiated its ICT Academy, a school-enterprise cooperation project, to help build a talent ecosystem. Huawei is happy to extend this project to Bangladesh as well." The journey of Huawei BUET ICT Academy will also begin with around 250 students initially.  Huawei has more than 1500 such ICT academies in over 90 countries around the world. Read Seeds for the Future winners visit Huawei Bangladesh headquarters To date, the academies have started their activities in many other countries, including Pakistan, Zambia, and China.

At an online media roundtable recently, Chinese telecom giant Huawei reiterated its commitment to empowering the green and sustainable future of the digital economy in Asia-Pacific (APAC). To create a greener and more sustainable digital world, Huawei will increase investment in sustainable green solutions, leveraging clean power generation, electric transportation, and smart energy storage, to support APAC's goals of cutting carbon emissions, promoting renewable energy, and contributing to a circular economy, according to Jay Chen, vice-president of Huawei APAC. Read: Huawei brings seven new devices for smart experience At that media session arranged during MWC 2022 Barcelona, he said: "At Huawei, we are working closely with carriers and partners from around the world to explore solutions that help make life better, businesses smarter, and society more inclusive. We'd also love to share how our ICT technology is helping make the world a greener, more sustainable place." In 2021, Huawei announced to support the digital ecosystem in APAC and shared that it would invest $50 million to develop 500,000 digital talents for the region in the next five years and would invest $100 million over three years to cultivate the startup ecosystem. Read Seeds for the Future winners visit Huawei Bangladesh headquarters

Mobile phone users in Bangladesh now can carry forward their mobile data while purchasing new data package in which they can use their unused data further. Posts and Telecommunications Minister Mustafa Jabbar made the announcement at an event on the implementation of new directives on data and data related packages of mobile operators at Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission's (BTRC) premises in Dhaka on Tuesday. According to the new directives, in case of data carry forward, if a customer buys 4GB data pack for a period of 3 days and if his 2GB or 1GB data is unused on the third day, then if customer buys the same 4GB data pack for 3 days period, his unused data will be added to the new pack. And a customer will have the opportunity to use the unused data of the pack for the next 30 days. Read: Each union to get high speed broadband internet by 2023: Mustafa Jabbar In addition, if a customer purchases the same amount of data and purchases data packs for different validity period, they will have the opportunity to carry it forward. However, mobile phone users of the state-owned Teletalk can enjoy using their purchased internet data as long as there is data balance. That means there will be no validity on internet data for Teletalk users. Teletalk will implement this directive from March 17, on the occasion of birth anniversary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, he said. Read Telecom Minister unveils data packs sans validity in Bangladesh He said Bangladesh has come out of the limitation of having any validity on mobile data for the first time in the world. The minister also expressed hope that other mobile operators after Teletalk will introduce this system in phases. He urged the operators to keep the validity of the data package unlimited. He also instructed the officials concerned including the mobile operators to look into the issue of financial loss of the customers as a result of the call drop. Read:5G services to be rolled out on trial basis this year: Jabbar Meanwhile, about the new package directives, BTRC Director General (System & Services) Md Nasim Parvez said each operator will be able to launch a total of 95 packages. There will be a maximum of 85 packages including regular package and customer centric special package (CCSP) and a maximum of 10 packages for research and development (R&D). Besides, the validity of all packages will be 03/07/15/20 days. He further said the number of packages has decreased by 50.4% now. Read GP’s call drops decrease but continue to be highest, says BTRC Chairman

Global smartphone brand vivo released two V23 versions in Bangladesh – the Vivo V23 5G and Vivo V23e. The V23 series has set the benchmark for smartphone cameras in 2022, the company says. V20 had drawn attention for its 44 MP front camera. And it is now equipped with a 50-megapixel eye-autofocus front camera. Read: Vivo V23e: Affordable phone with 50MP AF Portrait Selfie camera An 8GB RAM, 128GB memory and a MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G processor, provide V23 5G with high-end specifications for fast performance. Priced at Tk39,990, the phone has a 4,200mAh battery with 44W flash charging technology. V23e also comes with a 50-megapixel eye-autofocus selfie camera. Read Samsung Galaxy M23: Is it worth waiting for this device? The phone's Extreme Night Portrait mode enables its camera to take multi-style portraits and take them in the dark also. It also has dual view video technology to enhance the user experience. Vivo V23e's 8GB RAM in can be extended up to 12GB. Priced at Tk27,990, the 44W flash charge-enabled V23e can charge 33 per cent faster because of the quick charge technology, allowing the phone to charge up to 40 per cent in only 15 minutes. Read OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G Review: Is it worth it?

Leading global smart device brand OPPO launched another stylish and powerful smartphone from its A series –the OPPO A76 –on March 13 in the Bangladeshi market to empower the smartphone users and elevate their lives.  OPPO A76 is powered by Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 680 and gives users the versatility and power for extended gaming and multimedia performance.  OPPO A76 optimized for a faster and smoother user experience than previous generations.  Read: OPPO Find X5 Pro: Review of the latest flagship device The device powered up with 6GB+128GB, delivering smoother performance even after long periods of use, as well as more room to fit photos, videos, and other files. And it also supports a 5GB RAM Expansion feature and 256 GB ROM Expendable feature, which greatly optimizes phone storage. The device is equipped with 33W SuperVOOC charging technology and a 5000mAh long-lasting battery, which can charge the phone to 55% battery in only 30 minutes and 2 hours of You-tube watch for 5-minute charge.  With such power, the device usage of the A76 shall require no interruptions whatsoever. Moreover, it features a 6.56-inch 90Hz Color-rich punch hole display, taking the viewing experience a few notches higher. Weighing about 189g with a dimension of 164.4mm X 75.7mm X 8.4mm, the device will feel as comfortable as ever. The 720 x 1612 pixels display accounts for a seamless movie experience.  Read OnePlus Nord 3: Updated Rumors, Leaks You Need to Know Powered by ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11, the device ensures enhanced productivity, entertainment and an immersive smartphone experience. With the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G Mobile Platform, users can expect a lag-free scrolling-and-swiping on the A76. For the photography enthusiasts, the device comes with a dual camera setup consisting of a 13MP (f/2.2) wide main camera and a 2 MP (f/2.4) depth camera, along with an 8MP front camera, ensuring crisp photos and videos at all instances. On top of that, the device also allows Dual Sim Cards, eliminating the need to use more than one mobile phones for two mobile numbers.  Mr. Damon Yang, Managing Director from OPPO Bangladesh said, “We believe in educating the society and elevating lives through the amalgamation of style and leading technology. With the A76, we are setting newer grounds for efficiency, utility and power within our devices. Users of our latest device will have the opportunity to enjoy a seamless experience with great value.”  Read: OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G Review: Is it worth it? Available in two stylish colors – Glowing Black and Glowing Blue, OPPO A76 offers a series of innovative and powerful features, all at only BDT 19990. This phone is now available at all the outlets and online marketplaces. OPPO A76 Features:  Color: Glowing Black, Glowing Blue; Size: 164.4mm X 75.7mm X 8.4mm; Weight: 189g; Display: 6.56-inch 90Hz Color-rich punch hole display 720*1612 (HD+); CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680; System: ColorOS11.1 based on Android 11; Memory: 6 GB RAM+128 GB ROM; Rear Camera: 13MP + 2MP; Front Camera: 8MP; Battery: 5000mAh; Charging: 33W Super VOOC. Read Motorola Edge 30 Pro Review: What does it offer?

Youth-centric brand realme led the smartphone market of Bangladesh in 2021 with a 17 percent share, according to the latest report of global research firm Counterpoint. At 82 percent year-on-year, realme grew the highest among the top five brands in 2021, it said. Bangladesh's overall smartphone market increased 11 percent year-on-year during this time, the Counterpoint report also said. Read: realme showcases realme GT 2 Pro during media session for journalists However, the 5G smartphone penetration is still in a very early stage in the country. Telecom operator Teletalk started rolling out its 5G network in the country on December 31, 2021. Initially, the network will be available at six major locations before being expanded to more locations in 2022. Read realme 9i: A step in the style and performance 5G smartphones will capture a significant share in the market in the coming years. According to another report published by the leading global technology market analyst firm Canalys, realme clinched the top spot as a smartphone maker in the Bangladeshi market in terms of shipments in Q4 2021. realme made it to the top with a 20 percent unit share and registered over 50 percent growth in Q4. Read Realme to launch world's fastest charging technology in MWC

The A series from Samsung has been a mid-range go-to option for users for a long time. In recent times, the company has shifted to a more premium mid-range segment with their A-series, bringing in a few features from the flagship S line. The latest Galaxy A53 5G is expected to be revealed in the upcoming Samsung Awesome Unpacked event in March 2022. Here is everything that is known so far about the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G. Leaked features of Samsung Galaxy A53 5G  All the rumored details here are obtained from a massive leak in Italy. The device appeared on one of the retailer's websites for a brief while. But that was enough to provide a complete glimpse of what is to be expected from Samsung. Design and Build Quality The A-series always had a toned-down appearance of the S series. The same story holds here as well. The exact build material of the device is not confirmed yet. But users can expect a front glass and back with stainless steel or aluminum frame combination. Read Apple iPhone SE 3: Leaks, rumors about release date, price, Specs The phone is expected to weigh around 190 g which further confirms the rumored material choice. At 8.1 mm thickness, the phone will be one of the slimmest from Samsung in recent times. Moving on to the connectivity, users will get a choice of either a single sim or a hybrid dual sim option depending on the region. The phone is also slated to be IP67 water and dust-resistant. Even though the phone can survive 1 m underwater for 30 minutes on paper, it is not recommended to test the limit in any way. There will be stereo speakers on the A53 5G like its predecessors. Unfortunately, headphone jacks won’t make any more comebacks on the A series Samsung devices. There will be a second generation of USB Type-C which will definitely aid in the fast charge and data transfer process. Read Samsung Galaxy M23: Is it worth waiting for this device? The Display Samsung has been the absolute leader in the display industry for decades now. Their display tech has trickled from the flagship lines to the mid-range to even the entry-level ones. The display on the A53 5G is rumored to be an FHD+ Super AMOLED panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The display is a slightly toned-down version of the S series. The choice here clearly shows that Samsung is going to market the A53 5G as a premium mid-range device. The 6.64-inch display also provides some insight into the overall form factor of the device. The A53 5G is expected to have a bezel-less design so the overall dimension should be right around the display size. The display itself is beautiful as ever. It can push a max brightness of up to 800 nits which is perfect for outdoor legibility. Beyond that, the display also supports HDR 10+ which is perfect for streaming HD content directly on the device. Read: eSIM in Bangladesh: All you need to know The Camera The camera has always been a prominent highlight of the A-series devices. Like most other features, the camera module is also a trickled-down version of their flagship lineup. The quad-camera setup will come with a 64 MP main sensor and a 12 MP ultrawide lens. The other two are a depth and macro sensor of 5 MP each. The main two lenses are stacked as ever. Users will be getting PDAF as well as OIS as standard. Users will have to wait for the official launch of the device to get actual picture samples. However, the specs for the cameras look promising. The front features a 32 MP camera, the same that was seen on the A52. The phone seems to be equally capable on the videography end. The video is slated to be 4K at 30 fps with 1080P at either 30 or 60 fps thanks to the gyro-EIS. Read Tecno Pop 5 LTE Review: Durable phone under affordable price range Processor and Performance The Samsung A53 5G will come with Exynos 1200 chipset. The Exynos 1200 is equivalent to the Snapdragon 700 series. The chipset is an octa-core one with 2 2.4 GHz and 6 2.0 GHz configurations. There isn't any real-life performance data available yet. However, the chipset is designed to be a fairly capable one. The single-core score of the Exynos 1200 is rated at 690 and multi-core at 1846. This gives some insight into the performance capabilities of this device. Users should be able to breeze through almost anything without any sort of noticeable difference. The device may heat up a bit with continuous gaming but that is typical of Samsung. Overall, the performance should be more than enough even for a demanding user. Read OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G Review: Is it worth it? The OS here will be reprised by One UI. This time users will be getting One UI 4.0 based on Android 12. The One UI has slowly become a functional OS cutting out all of its bloatware. So previous Samsung owners as well as new users alike should not have any issue making the transition whatsoever. Battery and Charge Time The leaked spec sheet showed a standard 5000 mAh battery for the Samsung A53 5G. Given the previous performance record, users should get around 6 to 8 hours of continued usage with the device. In addition to that, the device will come with a 25W charger out of the box. The fast charger will be able to top up the device from zero to 100% in about an hour and 15 minutes. Read Vivo X80 Series: Leaks, Rumors, Probable Release Date Price of Samsung Galaxy A53 5G in Bangladesh The expected price of the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G in India is 36,460 Rs for the 6/128 GB variant. The price roughly translates to 41,294 BDT (1 INR = 1.13 BDT). However, the price is subject to change due to various factors like company policy, tax, and supply. Verdict The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is going to be yet another impressive premium mid-range device from Samsung. The battery, design, and display are impeccable as ever and can rival the flagships of other companies. Samsung could have introduced their 108 MP sensor on the A-series but chose not to cut costs. Overall, it’s going to be a performance-oriented device with Samsung’s reliability on board. Read Best Upcoming Phones in March 2022 in Bangladesh: Official and Unofficial

A tripartite MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) for commercial production of space-life suitable modules in Bangladesh was signed on Sunday. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Aviation and Aerospace University (BSMRAAU) signed the MoU with Bridge to Bangladesh (B2B), Aspire to innovate (A2I), and pico Satellite at a program held in the city's Le Meridien hotel. Air Commodore Mommad Abdullah Al Mahbub on behalf of BSMRAAU, Faruq Ahmed Jewel, Head of technology of A2I, Sajedul Islam, vice-president of B2B, and Profssor Dr Najmul Ullah for establishing Pico satellite labs signed the MoU. Read:Bangladesh, Russian firms sign deal to launch Bangabandhu Satellite-2 The four contracted organizations aim at establishing a space ecosystem in the country. State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak was virtually connected as the chief guest at the program. Palak said Bangladesh needs to launch nunumbermbers of satellites for boosting agricultural production, urban planning, and early flood detection. Read SpaceX’s Elon Musk: 1st orbital Starship flight maybe March “The MoU signed today will increase our capacity to produce Pico, Nanosatellites along with observatory satellites. In the future, country’s youth will be able to build complete satellites and launch them through this deal,” said Palak.

As we move further into the digital age, our works and lives are getting internet-oriented in a more diversified way. This trend is especially apparent in the mobile industry, where technology is constantly evolving to make our lives easier. With that note, Global System for Mobile Communications (GSMA) had been working on the software-based SIM since 2010. Eventually, it became real, and Samsung Gear S2 Classic 3G smartwatch implemented eSIM in 2016. So, what is eSIM, and how does it work? Let's get to know everything about eSIM. What is an eSIM? An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM that allows you to connect to a wireless network without having to use a physical SIM card. This means that you can switch providers without having to go through the hassle of buying a new SIM card and switching your number. eSIM also allows you to have more than one network in your phone, but you can use one network at a time. Read Grameenphone brings eSIM for the first time in Bangladesh The eSIM is ten times smaller than any ordinary SIM card. As you already know, this SIM doesn't require to be inserted into the phone like the traditional SIM. eSIM is a built-in feature of the latest smartphone. Hence, eSIM will not work with any phone, and you will need to know if your handset has an eSIM feature or not. It is a kind of hardware of the phone, and it is not possible to take it out of the phone.  Latest phones such as iPhone 11 series and later, Samsung fold and flip phone, Samsung 20 and 21 series, Google Pixel, Huawei's latest models, and more. Further, eSIM is also used in fitness tracking devices, Apple Watches, iPads, etc. Although it is part of the phone's hardware, it is not activated until its profile is downloaded to the phone from the operator network. Read Best Upcoming Phones in March 2022 in Bangladesh: Official and Unofficial How does an eSIM work? eSIM is basically a microchip that is programmable and is a built-in feature in eSIM supported devices. That means you can change the information inside if you want. However, the traditional SIM cards are not programmable. That means no one can change everything inside if they want to. So, we only have to use the services of one company with a regular sim card. On the other hand, eSIMs work by connecting to a cellular network provider through an eSIM enabled device. The eSIM-enabled device will then have access to the provider's network and services. Read Top 10 Free Online Screen Recorder Software A regular SIM card usually contains some important information or data. Such as user ID, location, phone number, user authorization data, personal security key, saved contact number, and text message. We cannot change these data if we want. We can only save or delete contact numbers and text messages. The rest of the information is permanently saved in the SIM card, which can never be deleted. And due to this, we are bound to use the network of that SIM company. But since eSIM is programmable, a user can change all the information if he wants. It's a lot like saving, deleting, or deleting something from the phone's memory. Therefore, an eSIM card allows you to profile users on different networks. Read How to Get Free Instagram Followers for Business in 2022 Pros and cons eSIM While eSIM technology seems groundbreaking, it has cons too. Let's get to know the pros and cons of eSIM. Pros eSIM technology offers a number of advantages over traditional SIM cards. Perhaps the most notable advantage is that eSIMs can be remotely activated and deactivated, which means that users can switch carriers without having to go to a physical store and swap out SIM cards. This can be a great convenience, especially when traveling because you won't have to worry about losing your SIM card or having to find a local carrier to get a new one. An eSIM can store the data of five virtual sims. Read Phone Factory Reset Process: Android and iPhone eSIMs also offer increased security, as they are not as easily lost or stolen as traditional SIM cards. eSIM is also more difficult to hack or counterfeit than traditional SIM cards. Additionally, eSIM technology allows for more flexible plans, as users can add or delete data packages without having to visit a physical store. The smaller size of E-SIMs allows for more space inside the phone, which can be used by smartphone manufacturers to increase battery size or add new features. Additionally, fewer holes in the phone mean that it is less likely to become clogged with dust. Read iPhone 2022: Which country to buy the cheapest and best iPhones? The use of e-SIM in small devices such as smartwatches can provide a convenient and efficient experience. Apple and Samsung have already implemented eSIM in different watch series. Finally, eSIMs are more environmentally friendly, as they do not require the use of physical cards. Cons Although using eSIM may seem simple at first, the process can be complex. In the case of an ordinary SIM card, if the phone does not work for any reason, the user can usually retrieve important information by removing the SIM and inserting it into another phone. On the other hand, if the phone is damaged, most of your information is also lost unless it is saved online. Read How to Keep Your Old Phone Efficient like New? If you are concerned about your movement being monitored, it's easy to remove your SIM card. With eSIM, there is no such advantage, but the upside is that your phone can't be wiped clean if it is stolen. eSIM supported phones are not widely available, and they are not cheap either. Hence, you may need to spend more to access the eSIM service. How to use eSIM in Bangladesh? Currently, Grameen Phone (GP) offers an eSIM service in Bangladeshi. You can buy GP eSIM online and store. It is expected that eventually, other operators will also introduce eSIM in Bangladesh.  Read Web 3.0: The Future of Internet When you buy an eSIM from an operator, they will give you a QR code. Scanning this code, your phone will save the operator's identity in the eSIM database in your set. Then the eSIM will be installed on your phone. Your mobile number in that eSIM will be activated on your phone. Final Words Recognized by GSME, ETSI, Global Platform, and SIM Alliance, e-SIM will be the connectivity of the future and will play an important role in the future of the telecom sector. Apple, Google, Huawei, and Windows are incorporating e-SIM into their ecosystems, and millions of people around the world are already taking advantage of it. Read How Can Artificial Intelligence Improve Healthcare?

Online and offline digital content and file-sharing platform SHAREit is contributing to improving Bangladesh's digital infrastructure by making e-commerce and mobile financial service platforms serve underserved consumers. As Covid hit, the use of online platforms exponentially grew with a significant surge in online shopping and payments. Taking that into account, SHAREit has collaborated with brands like e-commerce platform Daraz and mobile financial service provider Nagad to understand and reach the potential customer base. Read Commerce Ministry launches digital business ID for e-commerce sector It also facilitates the growth of other app-based businesses through its ad platform by curating campaigns to help brands reach out to an incremental and almost untapped audience. To do this, SHAREit emphasises its localisation efforts, analysing the cultural background and language environment of a target market and adapting the app's design, interaction, and functionality accordingly. "SHAREit unlocks the ability for many types of phones to share many types of content without the need for an internet connection or mobile data consumption and is downloadable for free," Karam Malhotra, partner and global vice-president of SHAREit Group, said. Read: Grameenphone brings eSIM for the first time in Bangladesh "Earlier, people were happy to play a 10MB game. Now, they're not happy playing anything less than a 1GB game," Karam says. "It went from Nokia's Snake to Call of Duty. The amount of data users required grew by 100x." Malhotra adds that the quality of mobile internet connectivity remains poor in emerging countries, and people there also worry about the high cost of mobile data consumption. These challenges around downloading content from the internet have shut people out from participating fully in the digital economy. An alternative for sharing content and apps would make a difference. Read UGC to bring all varsity students under digital device coverage by 2023 "Near-distance peer-to-peer is the world's leading offline-online social ecosystem," Malhotra says. "SHAREit enables a digital economy we don't even know about." A study by Google ​shows that most people discover new apps through friends and family. Malhotra says: "Every popular game has at least 30 imitators. How do you know which is the legitimate one that doesn't have viruses, malware, or spyware? You ask your friend." Read Digital platform for risk-informed development launched SHAREit app's Peer-to-peer sharing option also organically improves digital literacy as friends trust and teaches each other about how apps work.