Nokia launched the 5800 XpressMusic device in Karachi in April. The innovative Nokia Music PC software allows the user to drag music from their computers directly onto the phone. The songs can then easily be categorised into playlists. Another novel introduction is the Media Bar, which provides easy one-click access to songs, videos, phone contacts and videos.

A new ‘electronic crime’ bill is so poorly drafted it may actually threaten and harm the individuals and companies it is designed to protect.

‘Hear no evil, see no evil and consequently,’ says the Government of Pakistan, ‘do no evil.’

Are call centres proving to be the much awaited antidote to our lame duck local tech scene?