Increased Volume for Broadband Users:
WiTribe also has a great offer for its existing and new broadband users. Limited packages now have doubled volume whereas unlimited packages now have a Fair Usage Policy of 200GB up from the measly 60GB previously. Given below are the details of the revised packages:

For more details regarding WiTribe broadband packages click here

Wi Net TV:
WiTribe has changed the subscription model for its Wi Net TV streaming service. It is now free to use for all non WiTribe subscribers. However they will get limited access to live channels and Video on Demand feature. Full access to Wi Net TV is a value added service for non WiTribe users with the following Tariff:

There are a few terms and conditions for non WiTribe users as follows:

1) All non WiTribe users will be able to use Wi Net TV for FREE.
2) FREE users will get limited access to TV Channels & Video on Demand.
3) Premium/International channels will not be available for viewing in FREE mode.
4) Upon accessing paid channels, user will be prompted to upgrade to “Premium” mode.
5) FREE users may receive Ads on screen and on the web page.
6) Upon recharging the account, the user access will be upgraded to “Premium” mode.
7) Premium access will be available till expiry of credit.

Upgrading to PREMIUM gives you:

a) Ad free viewing experience.
b) Uninterrupted access.
c) Exclusive international channels.
d) Prepaid billing.
e) Watch live TV on upto 3 screens simultaneously.
f) Watch latest movies via Video on Demand.

For WiTribe customers the following terms and conditions apply:

1) Monthly subscription charges for Wi Net TV would be PKR 100(from March 2016 onwards)
2) FREE mode will not be available to WiTribe users.
3) Charges will be included in monthly bill.
4) Once subscribed, users will get access to premium content.

For more details regarding Wi Net TV click here

Khurram Zahid

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What is Buzz?
First of all, I’d like to give you a general introduction of Buzz, it’s a communication app that’s for the Android platform for now, that helps you make VoIP calls for free for Buzz users including group calls and instant messages along with file sharing. Not just that, it comes with the ability to call any international/local numbers as well for quite competitive tariffs. Now you’d think that many other apps on the Android Play Store do the same, but there’s a unique feature to it as well, you can opt to get a virtual landline number that you can use for your personal/business usage without the hassle of getting a new landline/mobile connection. To get a virtual number all you need to do is subscribe and it assigns you a random virtual number. The only condition is that you need to have atleast PKR100 in your account and it needs a valid email ID and your CNIC number to register.

Usage & Recharge:
Coming towards the basic usage of the app, it’s pretty simple and the user interface is very easy to go through. Once you’re done installing the app, it greets you with a welcome screen from where you register your number, just like you would with WhatsApp or Viber. Once the automatic registration is done, it seamlessly syncs with your existing contacts and shows you three tabs namely Calls, Contacts and Chats. The Contacts tab is divided into two categories one of which is reserved for those people who have already joined Buzz and call be sent instant messages and calls for free and the other tab shows all contacts that includes numbers that you can contact through the paid local/international calls feature. Additionally there is a slide out menu on the left top corner that takes you to Settings that lets you change your profile picture, add contacts, subscribe to a virtual number and recharge your credit etc. The recharge process is fairly simple as well and you’re given two options to either recharge from a Wi-Tribe prepaid scratch card or to use your debit/credit card.

User Interface & File Sharing:
The user interface is clean and minimal and goes easy on the eyes, the Calls tab shows your incoming/outgoing calls and lets you call any number locally or internationally and also shows your remaining credit. Also when making an outgoing call, you get the option to choose to call from either Buzz or your existing telecomm provider.
Alternatively you can also choose to send instant messages that also let you send multimedia in the form of images, documents, audio and video. Since this app is focused on the Pakistani market, Buzz comes with an array of desi emoticons to express your feelings. You can also send a group message with upto 30 participants.

Performance & Battery Endurance:
Coming to the actual performance of the app itself, it’s actually very good, voice calls are perfectly clear and have good audio quality, connection was stable during my usage but obviously this depends on your internet quality. The app itself was stable to use without any crashes and best of all it doesn’t put a huge drain on your battery. All in all it was a very pleasant experience to give this app a spin and it’s highly recommended specially for those who want a virtual landline number for their personal home/office/small business usage. The only thing I’d ask for improvement upon the existing app is to add video calls as well but as it stands right now, it’s a solid offering in itself.

Khurram Zahid

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Location Tracking

The app has easy-to-use interface that guides the users every step of the way. It uses your phone’s GSM network and GPS location (need to be activated) for location alert when you send out SOS message.

Emergency Numbers

It allows you to add 3 emergency numbers who you want to notify when in need and send preset custom message including location. The service can also be customized to ask for confirmation before sending out the message, just in case if it was activated by mistake.

Active Widget

The resQme app allows placement of widget on home screen, enabling the users to send out the SOS message without the need to open the app and only tap the widget.

Instant Alert Shortcut

Some emergency situations do not allow to even unlock phone to either tap the widget or access the app. In such situation there is another shortcut … just press power button of your phone 4 times to generate alert. This alert is only available for Android version and does not work on iPhone.

Wi-Tribe has developed and introduced a very useful application that is beneficial to the people. Through this, the users can feel safe and be able to get in touch with loved ones when in need of help. Wi-Tribe continues to offer great broadband packages and at SmartChoice.pk we have some exclusive offers as well.

Have you used “resQme” app? Tell us about it in the comments below.

Khurram Zahid

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PTCL and Wi-Tribe.

Student Package

While PTCL requires the presence of telephone line, there is no compulsion in the case of Wi-Tribe. The only Wimax company with student package, Wi-Tribe offers a special package for students in its 1 Mbps broadband category. Priced at Rs. 1,299/month instead of the regular Rs. 1,499/month, the student package comes with some special features not found in others.

Benefits?

• Student package has special “Student Hours” where a fixed 1 Mbps speed is provided. The speed varies during non-Student Hours between 512 kbps to 1 Mbps
• Student Hours start from 12 midnight to 6 pm in the evening, total 18 hours each day.
• Data cap during Student Hours is 34 GB and non-Student Hours is 6 GB. For regular 1 Mbps connection the total data cap is 34 GB.

Special Offer

Wi-Tribe provides a special offer to subscriber, a discount of Rs. 500 on activation, for ordering through SmartChoice.pk website.

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How Does This Work?

This referral program directly rewards the refereeing customer and has an easy-to-follow steps:

• To invite a friend, head to the Wi-Tribe portal and put details of your friend in “Circle of Friends”
• Wi-Tribe will get in touch with your friend regarding the order in 3 – 5 working days
• If your friend is in Wi-Tribe’s coverage area and confirms the purchase, Wi-Tribe will provide them broadband connection
• Once the new customer starts using the service and pays its first bill, you will get discount on your next bill

What else should be known?

There are a few important details to keep in mind about this program:

• Referrals will only be processed through sales team, using data entered in “Circle of Friends”
• One referral will result in one discount of Rs.500 after first monthly payment from the new customer
• If you refer 5 friends and all of them join and pay, you will receive Rs.500 discount for your next five monthly bills
• If your friend has been referred by someone else, you cannot refer them
• If your friend bought Wi-Tribe connection via retail, that will not be counted in this program
• Only postpaid customers qualify for this program and able to access Circle of Friends
• If there are any dues remaining from previous bill, you cannot refer any friend
• Only one connection can be referred on one CNIC at one time

To see Wi-Tribe packages, please click here.

Khurram Zahid

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But this information availability has its downsides as well. Where positive information is available, so is negative one that can leave a lasting imprint. Pornography is readily available in form of words, pictures and videos on thousands of websites that can strongly affect the psyche of children. Similarly violent content or information suitable for adults is also accessible to anyone irrespective of their ages. Websites loaded with viruses and malware scripts can harm not only the computer but can steal sensitive data stories on computer, from personal information to credit card details etc.

As television has parental controls, so does the internet. In Pakistan Wi-Tribe offers one such service. Net Nanny, as it is called, is one of the most trusted parental control softwares. With additional charges of Rs. 149/month, the subscriber can regulate, filter and block the family internet usage that includes:

– Time spent online

– Messengers

– Social Media Networks

– Online Games

– and 35 other categories to choose from.

Net Nanny is not limited to just regulations. It also provides email notifications about web traffic, websites visited, time spent, nature of activities on social media networks etc. With this, the subscriber can keep an eye on unhealthy activities and prevent harmful websites from affecting family computers.

And it also helps to know if the younger generation is bypassing the security somehow as traffic details will reveal such methods. With Parental Control it is best to be safe than experience any harm.

Do you use any parental control method? How has been your experience? Share it with us in the comments below.

Khurram Zahid

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APACIG is a joint venture of Ooredoo and Rocket Internet, consisting of 14 e-commerce companies in 15 countries of Asia Pacific region. The group was founded in 2014 and has seen real progress in internet and telecommunication. In addition, the partnership has also launched new ventures like Printvenue, ShopWings, SpaceWays and Helpling last year.

With significant progress and inspiring results achieved last year, APACIG has joined hands with Wi-tribe this year to gain maximum internet exposure and establish new ventures in Pakistan.

With a common goal to enhance online e-commerce solutions, the collaboration of seven of the APACIG’s companies and Wi-tribe seeks improved web experience for users, including reduced loading time by 30%.

Following e-commerce websites have been optimized for better user experience.

1. Kaymu.pk – online shopping site
2. Lamudi.pk – real estate classified site
3. Carmudi.pk – online site for cars
4. Foodpanda.pk – food delivery service
5. Clickbus – bus travel platform
6. Jovago.com – online hotel portal
7. Daraz.pk – online retailer

The collaboration of APACIG and Wi-tribe will certainly lead towards a sustainable and user friendly e-commerce landscape in Pakistan.

Khurram Zahid

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