Water Gets Into Your Phone? Do This First to Prevent Further Damage
If water gets into your smartphone, the first and most important step is to turn it off immediately. Avoid pressing other buttons or trying to use the device,…
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JBS and Mercantile Partner to Expand Official Apple Enterprise Access in Pakistan
KARACHI, September 21, 2026: Jaffer Business Systems (JBS) and Mercantile have announced a strategic partnership to expand access to official Apple products and enterprise…
New ‘Payload’ Ransomware Can Lock Corporate Networks Without Encrypting Files: Kaspersky
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, September 22, 2026: Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has uncovered a stealthy ransomware tactic capable of disrupting entire corporate networks, locking users out of…
Pilotless Aircraft Crosses the US
CALIFORNIA: A single-engine Cessna Caravan operated by Joby Aviation has completed a 3,199-mile autonomous journey across the United States without human pilot assistance, in…
Apple Names First Government Affairs Head in Pakistan
Pakistan made a strong start to its Asian Games 2026 hockey campaign, defeating Thailand 9-0 in its opening Group B match in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.…
Pakistan Considers Tougher Social Media Rules, Including Minimum Age Limit
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s federal government is considering tighter regulations for social media, including a possible minimum age requirement for users, as authorities review concerns over…
AI Agent ‘Dobby’ Could Replace Multiple Smartphone Apps With One Interface
September 18, 2026: A new artificial intelligence agent called “Dobby” is offering a glimpse of a future in which users could interact with devices…
Older People Rely on Family for Digital Support, Kaspersky Survey Finds
ISLAMABAD: Younger family members and friends are playing an increasingly important role in helping older people use digital services, with 88% of respondents in…
iPhone 18 Pro Camera Gets New Feature to Help Verify Photo Authenticity
Apple has introduced a new camera feature for the iPhone 18 Pro aimed at addressing concerns over AI-generated and digitally altered images. The feature…
Mobile Phone Tax Payment Made Easier for Overseas Pakistanis
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has approved an installment-based payment facility for sales tax on mobile phones brought into Pakistan from abroad for…
Pakistan Launches Quantum Valley to Boost Startups, High-Tech Businesses
ISLAMABAD, September 16: Pakistan has launched Quantum Valley Pakistan, a new technology and innovation initiative aimed at connecting young people and startups with global…
Pakistan Railways Internet Plans Hit Licensing Hurdle
Pakistan Railways cannot directly provide commercial internet services to passengers under its existing telecom licence, according to a Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) report submitted…
Which iPhones Will Support Apple’s New iOS 27?
Apple is rolling out iOS 27 to iPhone users, bringing new features and updates across several core apps, but some older models will not…
Pakistan’s Asian Games Horse Cleared for Tokyo
KARACHI: The Sindh government has pledged full support for equipping Pakistan’s emerging technology talent with advanced skills and creating an enabling environment for IT…
Want to Break Free From Internet Addiction?
Excessive use of mobile phones, social media, online shopping, video games and television can become a serious problem for some people, affecting daily routines,…
YouTube Rolls Out Profile Lock Feature for Shared TVs
YouTube has introduced a new privacy feature for people who share televisions with family members or others, allowing users to lock their YouTube profile…
86% of SMBs faced a cyber incident in past year, Kaspersky survey finds
ISLAMABAD: Eighty-six percent of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) surveyed globally said they experienced at least one cyber incident over the past year, according…