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

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

Tech Bits

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

30 years of the IBM 5150

Three decades of playing it hard but playing it safe. IBM celebrates their 30th anniversary with their 30th edition software update with the people they have served all these years, almost everyone.
28 July 2019

Weirdest PC builds on the internet

The internet is filled with PC rigs and builds that are a feast to the eyes, sometimes being on the weirder side of the spectrum even. Here are a list of weirdest PC builds that are made so that we don’t have to.
28 July 2019

Best budget phones of 2019

Budget phones have gotten better and better over the years. And while this list consists of phones you can get if you’re on a budget, each of these devices have premium features and all-round dependability to boot..
28 July 2019

Best new smartphone launches

At the time of writing this, these devices are available to local consumers. Each of these smartphones are unique on its own accord and are definitely worth checking out.
25 July 2019

The FaceApp privacy scare

Russian company Wireless Lab created FaceApp and the app’s terms of condition are a long read. The summary of it is that you give FaceApp irrevocable and royalty-free access to your face. Fair play to them though since most apps do take your data, sometimes
21 July 2019

Bite-sized games which pack a punch

Mekorama is a puzzle game and it’s directly inspired from the gorgeous Monument Valley. It’s also free and with an infinitesimal number of user made levels, you can sink hours into this “2.5D” puzzle game. It’s a beautiful looking game and not to mention, it’s free.
21 July 2019

The evolution of gaming laptops

Back in 2010, gaming was confined to the bulky desktops at home or on the consoles connected to your TVs. When a year rolled by, Razer made their first real mark in history by producing the physics defying Razer Blade, the first true gaming laptop. However, being
21 July 2019

Google Maps adds new features for Bangladesh

Google, with its global to local approach, has introduced three new features for Bangladeshi users. Some of the features had been made available for the local users recently but the formal announcement came today. In a press conference today, Google's regional officials showcased the new three features. Google also informed it has added more than 50,000KM of roads, more than 8 million buildings, and more than 600,000 points of interests on Google Maps across Bangladesh since January 2018. ​
16 July 2019

The wonders of Chromecast

The Google Chromecast is a casting device for any and all TVs with an HDMI port. While it has existed for quite some time now, the
14 July 2019

Jabra Elite 25E

Is it what it is? Got the new Jabra 25e as the latest running mate for my nightly jogs. It’s a neckband style earphone with a thick, weighted curved centre section that rests on your, well, neck. No surprise there.
14 July 2019