Samsung Electronics, a leading monitor manufacturer, has launched the SyncMaster 173P, its newest high-quality LCD monitor. With a streamlined, simple design and only one button for power, the “world’s first” buttonless premium monitor processes screen adjustments through advanced software functionality. The white-pearl tone design, without control buttons on the slim bezel edge, provides an elegant and modern appearance. The new monitor has received the TC003 certificate, the most up-to-date recognition of environmental friendliness, making it a premium choice for professional users. “According to master forecasts, LCD monitors are expected to be the key drivers of growth in the consolidated monitor industry. Samsung’s world-class LCD monitors, combined with an innovative suite of LCD TV sets, clearly position us as the leader in the flat panel LCD monitors and TV market,” said B.W. Lee, president and CEO, Samsung MEAHQ. With the new monitor, all controls are easily managed by mouse clicks through Samsung’s MagicTune software. This user-friendly, specialized technology allows custom settings for different users for the highest quality and most flexible image resolution available anywhere.
Ajmal Perfumes
Ajmal Perfumes has launched Bakhoor Mubakhar, a new perfume product, which is rich in the exotic notes of premium oudh and reminiscent of the charm of the Orient. The oudh powder is infused with a blend of quality essential oils of sandalwood, saffron and musk, imparting a spellbinding scent suitable for even the most festive and special occasions. A mixture of the finest fragrant ingredients, the powder burns to emit the pleasant and distinctive smell of oudh, providing a cheerful ambience in any home. Its rich and opulent woody notes, signifying authentic Arabic heritage and generosity, also affords a long-lasting scent on clothing. “Bakhoor has long been an integral part of the Arabian culture, used at social gatherings and signifying wealth and status,” Nazir Ajmal, chief perfumer, Ajmal Perfumes, said. The fragrance is a potent blend of oudh and “high-quality” oils. “Even the most discerning customer will appreciate it, as its strong and fragrant fumes are sure to adorn any celebration and social gathering. Being in a simple-to-use powder form, the oudh powder is also a convenient way to enjoy the traditional notes of oudh. The fragrance comes in a 30-gram pack, encased in a gold-capped jar. Complementing its oriental flair, the oudh powder is presented with a specially crafted golden spoon for ease-of-use.
Bindawood
Bindawood supermarket chain held a function to distribute prizes of the second phase of its competition. Prizes included nine Citroen cars, a number of TV sets, washing machines, and Delsy and Gyl travel bags. A number of shoppers attended the ceremony held at its branch in Alhamra district in Jeddah. Tariq Bindawood distributed the prizes in the presence of Khaled Al-Bukhari of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Hani Kutbi of the Makkah Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Nine car winners are K.M. Abdul Hameed K.M., Shahd Khaled Ba-Abbad, Muhammad Al-Hadrami, Maeed Ahmed Assiri, Muhammad Saleh Massarat, Muhammad Zain Muhammad, T. Abdul Kader, Fatma Bouazi Aqa and Talal Muhammad Bukhari. Tariq Bindawood said the supermarket chain would continue with its competitions in Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah. He said there was good response to the competition because of high-valued prizes. Those who want to enter the contest should fill up competition forms available at the entrance of Bindawood supermarkets. So far, Bindawood has distributed more than 100 cars of different types including Mercedes, Toyota, Mercury and Citroen.
Cisco
Cisco Systems held a gathering for IT specialists and officials at Cisco Expo, which was held in Riyadh recently. Held in partnership with ARCOM, Ebttikar Technology Company, Getronics, Jeraisy and Saudi Business Machines, the meeting discussed a number of issues such as building an intelligent information network, networked virtual organization and Cisco-connected communities with a live demonstration of technology. Cisco’s consultants encouraged Saudi businesses to follow the example of global market leaders in turning their companies into networked virtual organizations. This involves refining business processes to focus on satisfying the customer in the most efficient manner and identifying business partners to manage non-essential functions. “Networked virtual organizations outperform competitors by responding faster to customers, collaborating better with partners to perform value-added activities and fully standardizing their business process, data and IT infrastructure,” said Mark De Simone, Cisco’s vice president for channels, partner and marketing EMEA, who delivered the keynote presentation at the expo. Cisco’s IP networking solutions provide the core infrastructure on which to build a networked virtual organization and which led to the creation of entire networked virtual ecosystems.
PepsiCo
Pepsi has launch of a new look can from PepsiCo International. (PI). Pepsi fans will see the existing logo spun 90 degrees to be placed horizontally along the upper part of the blue packaging, replacing the current image that has been consistent for six years. Both Pepsi Cola and Pepsi Diet will carry the new look. Since Pepsi’s launch in 1902, the brand has gone through many facelifts to reflect the ever-changing tastes and lifestyles of consumers around the world. In the same way, the company has successfully managed to touch the hearts of teens and youngsters across the world through association with some of the world’s top football and music stars. Current Pepsi music stars in the Middle East are Elissa, Amr Diab and Nawal Al-Zoghbi. “The look of our products has always been central to our strategy as consumers associate their lifestyle and attitudes with the brand. “At Pepsi, we’re constantly reviewing the latest global trends and translating them into our brand values.”
Showtime
Following in the tradition of its critically acclaimed mini-series “When dinosaurs roamed,” the discovery Channel presents the animation special “Dinosaur Planet.” This new natural history series blends cinematic storytelling with the latest palaeontological evidence to take viewers on a dramatic dinosaur journey. Narrated by actor Christian Slater, Dinosaur Planet premiers exclusively on the Showtime network every Saturday throughout April at 8 p.m. (Saudi time). In each episode of Dinosaur Planet, viewers follow the adventures of one dinosaur character on a different continent in the prehistoric world, assessing its environment and the struggle it would likely have faced during the end of the Cretaceous period millions of years ago. In Asia, a lone female Velociraptor (White Tip) searches for a new pack in the brutal landscape of the Gobi Desert. In North America, a small male Daspletosaurus (Little Das), dominant predator of the time, has problems hunting with his pack while a volcano threatens in the distance.