OPPO launches Reno7 Pro 5G in the Saudi market

Posted on April 1, 2022 by مشرف

“OPPO,” officially launched ins latest “Reno7 Pro 5G” phone in the Saudi market. The phone provides users with a more professional and accurate imaging experience; It comes with an all-new imaging system enhanced with IMX709 and IMX766 sensors, allowing users to document their special moments more professionally.The phone is available today, on March 24, 2022, in all markets of Saudi Arabia, at a competitive price of 2,799 riyals, while the Reno7 phone is priced at 1999, and finally, the Reno7 Z phone is priced at 1499 riyals.On this occasion, OPPO will launch a competition during the holy month of Ramadan to celebrate the holy month with its customers, which will consist of asking daily questions on the OPPO platforms in Twitter and Instagram, dealing with the details of the new Reno7 products. A gift after the winners are announced via a raffle. OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G features the iconic OPPO Glow glass on its back cover with the Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology for the first time in the industry and boosts the flagship-level 5G performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX. Meanwhile, a 4500mAh battery and 65W SUPERVOOCTM guarantee an extraordinary, long-lasting experience. Tying all of these together, the ColorOS 12 creates a convenient and efficient user experience on the smartphone. With these features packed into a sleek and light smartphone, Reno7 Pro 5G is the portrait expert designed to help users get the most out of the 5G era.Unlimited Imaging Power Brings Gorgeous Portraits to LifeSince the launch of the first OPPO Reno smartphone, Reno users worldwide have been capturing the world around them in stunning, professional-quality portraits. Now, with the new Reno7 Pro 5G, this portrait experience enters a new realm of possibilities.Powering Reno7 Pro 5 G’s impressive imaging capabilities is the mighty Flagship Portrait Camera System, comprising a 50MP main camera powered by a flagship IMX766 sensor, alongside an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a dedicated color temperature sensor on the rear of the device. On the front, the 32MP front camera is powered by a next-generation flagship RGBW sensor — the IMX709 — which has been co-developed by OPPO and Sony and makes its world debut on Reno7 Pro 5G.The IMX709 sensor introduces an all-new RGBW pixel array that contains additional white pixels not found in traditional RGGB image sensors. When combined with OPPO’s self-developed Quadra Binning algorithm, the sensor can boost light intake without reducing color information. Furthermore, the Quadra Binning algorithm has been embedded directly onto the IMX709, significantly improving cross-platform compatibility and image processing efficiency. Thanks to these innovations, Reno7 Pro 5G with the IMX709 can capture 60% more light than standard RGGB sensors while reducing noise by 35%. This enables Reno7 Pro 5G to capture significantly clearer and brighter images in low-light conditions, making portraits more expressive in both photo and video through enhancements to skin, texture, and contrast. Together with the industry-first use of DOL-HDR on the front camera of a smartphone, Reno7 Pro 5 G’s front camera enables users to easily capture high-quality selfie videos, and Smart Wide-angle helps them to get selfies in different situations easily.On the rear of the phone, the main camera features a flagship IMX766 sensor with a large 1/1.56-inch sensor size and advanced technologies including All Pixel Omni-Directional PDAF and DOL-HDR, guaranteeing an enhanced portrait experience from the ground up.Taking full advantage of this flagship-level hardware foundation, Reno7 Pro 5G comes packed with a series of impressive imaging features:AI Highlight Video can automatically detect the ambient light in a scene and make optimizations accordingly. With a 3D LUT (3D Lookup Table) color tuning algorithm, AI Highlight Video provides more accurate color tuning to enhance skin tone and help subjects stand out in portrait videos. Bokeh Flare Portrait Video enables users to capture portrait videos with bokeh light spots on the background, like the bokeh effect of DSLR camera. On Reno7 Pro 5G, Bokeh Flare Portrait Video has been updated to further enhance skin tone, especially in dark environments, against solid-colored backgrounds, or when the color of the background is close to the color of the main subject’s skin tone. As a result, portrait subjects stand out from the background while maintaining a natural appearance.Portrait Mode intelligently applies a depth of field effect to the image background, including beautiful bokeh light spots, to make portrait subjects stand out more than before. Users can choose from 25 adjustment levels to change the virtual aperture size and the corresponding size of the bokeh light spots on the background to create original-yet-realistic portrait photos.Reno7 Pro 5G also includes a series of features to help users take clearer photos and videos with enhanced creativity. Focus Tracking, Dual-View Video, Flash Snapshot, and other features all give users the creative tools to express themselves and record special moments in their own style.Unlimited Style with Stunning OPPO Glow Inheriting the hallmark OPPO Glow design of the Reno series, Reno7 Pro 5G comes in two fresh new colors: Startrails Blue and Starlight Black.In addition to using the exclusive OPPO Glow manufacturing process, Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology has been applied to the back case of Reno7 Pro 5G, making it the first time that LDI has been used on the exterior of a smartphone. On the back cover of Reno 7 Pro 5G Startrails Blue, 1.2 million micro-rasters have been etched onto the photoresist-coated AG glass with the sophisticated LDI technology. The overall visual effect is like thousands of comets flashing across the sky, leaving long trails of light in their wake.Bringing even more light to the back cover is the Orbit Breathing Light, an industry-first, 3D circular light surrounding the camera area. The Orbit Breathing Light gently emits light when receiving incoming calls or notifications, adding an even dreamier atmosphere to the back cover of the phone.On the front of the phone, a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate delivers a super-smooth and comfortable viewing experience. The display is HDR10+ certified for a more vivid and higher quality visual experience while also being Amazon Prime Video HD&HDR certified for high-quality visual content.Reno7 Pro 5G features a new ultra-slim design, with 2.5D glass applied to both the front and back of the phone to give it a super sleek and minimal look while avoiding unintended touches of the screen during use. On top of this, Reno7 Pro 5G remains extremely thin and light, with a thickness of just 7.45mm and a total weight of only about 180g.Unlimited Performance for an Exceptional 5G ExperienceTo deliver even more powerful 5G performance, Reno7 Pro 5G features the MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX flagship-level 5G-integrated SoC. Built on a 6nm process, the octa-core SoC includes an ARM Cortex-A78 core operating at up to 3GHz, delivering ultimate computing power with lower power consumption.Reno7 Pro 5G comes with 12GB of RAM and 256GB ROM as standard. When used with RAM Expansion technology developed by OPPO, the phone’s original 12GB of RAM can be supplemented with a massive 7GB by temporarily allocating ROM, enabling multiple memory-heavy apps to be run simultaneously with less lag.With 65W SUPERVOOCTM, the 4500mAh large battery of Reno7 Pro 5G can be fully charged in as little as 31 minutes; meanwhile a 5-minute charge offers 4 hours of movie playback. To deliver a better all-round mobile gaming experience, a top-of-the-line X-Axis Linear Motor has been added to create more immersion. AI Frame Rate Stabilizer will evaluate the frame rate in real time and provide stabilization accordingly to ensure consistently smooth gameplay.Unlimited Convenience with the Fresh-new ColorOS 12As part of the first series to be installed with ColorOS 12 out of the box, Reno7 Pro 5G gives users immediate access to a more convenient, smoother, and smarter operating system.The brand-new Inclusive Design and 3D Icons in ColorOS 12 offer a more intuitive and simpler way for users to interact with their phone. The new Omoji feature also creates new avenues for personalization with a variety of customization options and real-time facial tracking through OPPO’s advanced Face Capture Algorithm.ColorOS 12 also delivers leaps in convenience and productivity by removing unnecessary steps and barriers. For example, PC Connect can connect Reno7 Pro 5G seamlessly with a PC via Bluetooth or by scanning a QR code, making working across multiple devices so much easier and more efficient.When it comes to data security and privacy, ColorOS 12 has been certified by third parties including ISO, ePrivacy, and TrustArc, and includes features like Anti-peeping for Notifications to help further protect user privacy in day-to-day use.

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Tourism Opportunities of Kazakhstan presented in Saudi Arabia

Posted on April 1, 2022 by مشرف

On March 29-31, 2022, a Roadshow on the tourism potential of Kazakhstan was hosted by the Eastern province, Riyadh, and Jeddah Chambers of Commerce.

The Roadshow was organized by the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Saudi Arabia and the Department of Tourism of Almaty (Visit Almaty) with the support of the “Kazakh Tourism” National Company.

The three-day event was attended by H.E. Mr. Berik Aryn, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia, Mr. Talgat Amanbayev, the Chairman of “Kazakh Tourism,” H.E. Mr. Talgat Shaldanbay, the Consul General of Kazakhstan in Jeddah, Mr. Aslan  Konurkanov, the Vice Director of  “Visit Almaty”,  as well as the heads and representatives of Kazakh travel and aviation companies, such as “SkyWay,” “KOMPAS,” “Qazaq Travel,” “Kite Travel,” “Sinyar Travel and Tourism,” “Empire Travel Qazaqstan,” “SCAT Airlines,” “Air Astana” and “FlyArystan.”

The Saudi side was represented by Mr. Bader Al-Reziza, the Chairman of Asharqia Chamber, Mr. Naif Al-Rajhi, the Vice-Chairman of the Riyadh Chamber – the Chairman of the National Committee of Tourism at the Federation of Saudi Chambers, Mr. Ramiz Al Ghaleb, the Acting Secretary-General of the Jeddah Chamber, members of the chambers of commerce of Riyadh, Jeddah, and the Eastern Province, more than 100 heads and representatives of various Saudi tour operators and airlines, including such prominent companies as Seera Group, FlyNas, Dnata, Almosafer, Saudi International Travel, Al Sarh, Arjaa, etc.

In his welcoming speech, Ambassador Berik Aryn pointed to the existing historical ties between Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia, established back in the period of the ancient “Silk Road” that connected Central Asia and the Gulf region and played a crucial role in facilitating economic, cultural, political and spiritual interactions between the East and West.

In this regard, he called on the participants to restore close cooperation between the countries by conducting a joint campaign to promote Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia as new tourist destinations for citizens of the two states.

In this context, the Ambassador briefed on the measures implemented by the Government of Kazakhstan to develop the tourism industry and infrastructure, including the resumption of visa-free entry to Kazakhstan for Saudi citizens, the launch of direct flights by Kazakh airlines between the cities of the two countries, the introduction of the “open skies” regime at the airports of Kazakhstan, etc.

According to the Kazakh Ambassador, these steps create favorable conditions for increasing tourist flow and building up trade and economic cooperation, exchanging visits, attracting mutual investments and expanding the political dialogue between the two states.

Kazakh companies, in turn, informed about their activities and presented tourism opportunities in Kazakhstan. Travel companies noted that Kazakhstan could offer almost all types of tourism services – from educational and entertainment tours to recreational, business, and eco-tourism.

Besides, the Kazakh delegation has demonstrated promotional videos with natural landscapes and sights of Almaty and other cities and regions of Kazakhstan and organized a concert program of Kazakh folk music and a gastronomic tasting of the national cuisine of the Kazakh people.

In addition, Kazakh Airlines provided information on existing direct flights between Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia and its plans to launch flights to new destinations, including the capital of the Kingdom, Riyadh city.

Following the Roadshow, the parties organized B2B platforms, where the local business community held practical meetings with Kazakh tour operators and airlines. As a result of negotiations, Kazakh travel companies signed bilateral documents on cooperation with several Saudi tour operators.

In general, the Saudi side praised the conduct of these events. According to them, they were able to get essential information about Kazakhstan and its tourism opportunities. In this regard, Saudi travel companies expressed their readiness to establish partnerships with Kazakh tour operators, including concluding contracts, conducting an advertising tourist campaign of Kazakhstan in Saudi Arabia, selling air tickets of Kazakh airlines, etc.

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Durrat Al Riyadh Resort And Spa to mark Ramadan back in style

Posted on March 17, 2022 by مشرف

Discover Ramadan at Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa

This Ramadan, the Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa is offering an extensive selection of culinary experiences, embracing the holy month and the importance of celebrating this special time of the year with family and friends. Iftar will be provided daily in the Durrat Ramadan tent. The hotel will also offer a Ramadan room package at a special rate. “We want to welcome everyone to the hotel during this most wonderful holiday,” said Marc Reissinger, GM of Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa. “Our friends and clients are invited to enjoy the usual expected warmth from our staff, but as always during Ramadan there is a very special quality to our hospitality.” The hotel said this year would be a brighter affair featuring a new color scheme and modern Arabesque-inspired decoration. The buffet at the tent will feature traditional iftar dishes and global specialties authentically prepared and offered up nightly by Head Chef Jerome Daviau. In addition, a kids’ corner will cater to the young ones, offering them an array of exciting activities. The hotel will also host an outdoor area adorned in Ramadan decorations with a gazebo for guests to enjoy tea and coffee after iftar and socialize with friends and family. This year, Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa makes it easier than ever to spend an evening of relaxation since the Ramadan buffets are offered at special prices designed to meet the needs of groups, both big and small. For corporate groups, the hotel’s team can arrange a private iftar upon request. –

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Naseej explores the realm of the fashion world

Posted on March 16, 2022 by مشرف

Inspired by the close-knit bond of a single
fabric swatch, Naseej is a fashion experience that promises to
connect and bring closer the creative community, under shared
values of sustainable homegrown fashion, highlighting all the
different moving parts that make up the fashion world we see today.
In collaboration with Menna, a regional fashion e-commerce platform, Spectra, an
event’s execution business, we are bringing this one-of-a-kind experience event to
Riyadh.
Taking place at AlMashtal on the 15th and 16th of March, Naseej is curated to
showcase the hidden gems of the Arab creative and fashion scene. AlMashtal
Co-Founder stated, “We are setting out to showcase the importance of the whole
ecosystem for sustainability and growth of our home-grown creative economies
with a focused spotlight on the growing rich fashion scene in the Kingdom and
wider region. In celebration of our diverse talents, we have put together a unisex
fashion experience that incorporates a multi-brand fashion runway, along with
experience corners for styling and photography that are meant to provide customers
with the opportunity of experiencing getting styled and photographed
professionally.”
The selected creatives range from fashion designers in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan,
other GCC countries, local male and female models by Mastery Modeling Agency,
the Photography of Obad Films, Aflam, and styled by Zina Keilany. Embracing a
variety of 21 fashion brands covering demi-couture, kaftans, urban wear,
activewear, formal wear by Hindamme, A Double-A, Proud Angeles, House of Laith,
Third Eye, Jadeed Labs, Arak Studio, and many more.
Attending this experience is a selected crowd of fashion influencers, industry
professionals, members of the media, and local designers, as well as socialites for a
private gala dinner hosted in a unique pavilion draped in fabric strings.
Supported by Nova as the Hydration Partner, the two-day event is set to engage
the broader community in a setup that allows visitors to experience the runway,
model their looks, and purchase the looks they like on the spot from the spot sales
gallery. The second day provides the opportunity to also participate in an intimate
discussion about the challenges of slow fashion in a fast consumerized fashion
world.
Khawla Al Shaikh, the founder of Menna, has pointed out that this experience will
benefit fashion designers, designers, and professionals: “These experiences and
happenings are essential to connect with industry professionals and open up
opportunities for unique, talented designers and creators to participate and present
themselves to the world. We are looking forward to meeting new designers and
growing our creative community collaboratively. “
Promotional video/photos (Source: AlMashtal)
AlMashtal is an all-rounded initiative supporting creatives and entrepreneurs founded by
Noura Saud and Alaa Ghanimah, the first of its kind in Saudi Arabia. The team comprises
local visionaries who follow the same mission of supporting home-grown talents to build
our creative industry. AlMashtal upcycled an 80s children’s school into a hub fostering a
library, gallery, fabrication lab, and members club; following a zero-waste policy, they
managed to preserve the original buildings on site.
– Where creatives come to collaborate.

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Posted on March 15, 2022 by مشرف

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OPPO Launches Reno7 Pro 5G, Unleashing Unlimited Power for Professional Portrait Shooting

Posted on March 15, 2022 by مشرف

OPPO today announced the latest member of its popular Reno series — OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G — in Riyadh city. Powered by the new Flagship Portrait Camera System built around two flagship imaging sensors — the IMX709 and the IMX766 — Reno7 Pro 5G delivers a generational leap in portrait image performance, offering unlimited possibilities in photo and video at the touch of a button. OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G features the iconic OPPO Glow glass on its back cover with the Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology for the first time ever in the industry, and also boosts the flagship-level 5G performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX. Meanwhile, a 4500mAh battery and 65W SUPERVOOCTM guarantee an extraordinary, long-lasting experience. Tying all of these together, the ColorOS 12 creates a convenient and efficient user experience on smartphone. With all these features packed into a sleek and light smartphone, Reno7 Pro 5G is the portrait expert designed to help users get most out of the 5G era.Unlimited Imaging Power Brings Gorgeous Portraits to LifeSince the launch of the first OPPO Reno smartphone, Reno users worldwide have been capturing the world around them in stunning, professional-quality portraits. Now, with the new Reno7 Pro 5G, this portrait experience enters a new realm of possibilities.Powering Reno7 Pro 5G’s impressive imaging capabilities is the mighty Flagship Portrait Camera System, comprising a 50MP main camera powered by a flagship IMX766 sensor, alongside an 8MP ultra wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a dedicated color temperature sensor on the rear of the device. On the front, the 32MP front camera is powered by a next generation flagship RGBW sensor — the IMX709 — which has been co-developed by OPPO and Sony and makes its world debut on Reno7 Pro 5G.The IMX709 sensor introduces an all-new RGBW pixel array that contains additional white pixels not found in traditional RGGB image sensors. When combined with OPPO’s self-developed Quadra Binning algorithm, the sensor is able to boost light intake without reducing color information. Furthermore, the Quadra Binning algorithm has been embedded directly onto the IMX709, greatly improving cross-platform compatibility and image processing efficiency. Thanks to these innovations, Reno7 Pro 5G with the IMX709 is able to capture 60% more light than standard RGGB sensors while reducing noise by up to 35%. This enables Reno7 Pro 5G to capture significantly clearer and brighter images in low-light conditions, making portraits more expressive in both photo and video through enhancements to skin, texture, and contrast. Together with the industry-first use of DOL-HDR on the front camera of a smartphone, Reno7 Pro 5G’s front camera enables users to easily capture high-quality selfie videos, and Smart Wide-angle helps them to get selfies in different situations easily.On the rear of the phone, the main camera features a flagship IMX766 sensor with a large 1/1.56-inch sensor size and advanced technologies including All Pixel Omni-Directional PDAF and DOL-HDR, guaranteeing an enhanced portrait experience from the ground up.Taking full advantage of this flagship-level hardware foundation, Reno7 Pro 5G comes packed with a series of impressive imaging features:AI Highlight Video can automatically detect the ambient light in a scene and make optimizations accordingly. With a 3D LUT (3D Lookup Table) color tuning algorithm, AI Highlight Video provides more accurate color tuning to enhance skin tone and help subjects stand out in portrait videos. Bokeh Flare Portrait Video enables users to capture portrait videos with bokeh light spots on the background, like the bokeh effect of DSLR camera. On Reno7 Pro 5G, Bokeh Flare Portrait Video has been updated to further enhance skin tone, especially in dark environments, against solid-colored backgrounds, or when the color of the background is close to the color of the main subject’s skin tone. As a result, portrait subjects stand out from the background while maintaining a natural appearance.Portrait Mode intelligently applies a depth of field effect to the image background, including beautiful bokeh light spots, to make portrait subjects stand out more than before. Users can choose from 25 adjustment levels to change the virtual aperture size and the corresponding size of the bokeh light spots on the background to create original-yet-realistic portrait photos.Reno7 Pro 5G also includes a series of features to help users take clearer photos and videos with enhanced creativity. Focus Tracking, Dual-View Video, Flash Snapshot, and other features all give users the creative tools to express themselves and record special moments in their own style.Unlimited Style with Stunning OPPO Glow Inheriting the hallmark OPPO Glow design of the Reno series, Reno7 Pro 5G comes in two fresh new colors: Startrails Blue and Starlight Black.In addition to using the exclusive OPPO Glow manufacturing process, Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology has been applied to the back case of Reno7 Pro 5G, making it the first time that LDI has been used on the exterior of a smartphone. On the back cover of Reno 7 Pro 5G Startrails Blue, 1.2 million micro-rasters have been etched onto the photoresist-coated AG glass with the sophisticated LDI technology. The overall visual effect is like thousands of comets flashing across the sky, leaving long trails of light in their wake.Bringing even more light to the back cover is the Orbit Breathing Light, an industry-first, 3D circular light surrounding the camera area. The Orbit Breathing Light gently emits light when receiving incoming calls or notifications, adding an even dreamier atmosphere to the back cover of the phone.On the front of the phone, a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate delivers a super-smooth and comfortable viewing experience. The display is HDR10+ certified for a more vivid and higher quality visual experience while also being Amazon Prime Video HD&HDR certified for high-quality visual content.Reno7 Pro 5G features a new ultra-slim design, with 2.5D glass applied to both the front and back of the phone to give it a super sleek and minimal look while avoiding unintended touches of the screen during use. On top of this, Reno7 Pro 5G remains extremely thin and light, with a thickness of just 7.45mm and a total weight of only about 180g.Unlimited Performance for an Exceptional 5G ExperienceTo deliver even more powerful 5G performance, Reno7 Pro 5G features the MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX flagship-level 5G-integrated SoC. Built on a 6nm process, the octa-core SoC includes an ARM Cortex-A78 core operating at up to 3GHz, delivering ultimate computing power with lower power consumption.Reno7 Pro 5G comes with 12GB of RAM and 256GB ROM as standard. When used with RAM Expansion technology developed by OPPO, the phone’s original 12GB of RAM can be supplemented with a massive 7GB by temporarily allocating ROM, enabling multiple memory-heavy apps to be run simultaneously with less lag.With 65W SUPERVOOCTM, the 4500mAh large battery of Reno7 Pro 5G can be fully charged in as little as 31 minutes; meanwhile a 5-minute charge offers 4 hours of movie playback. To deliver a better all-round mobile gaming experience, a top-of-the-line X-Axis Linear Motor has been added to create more immersion. AI Frame Rate Stabilizer will evaluate the frame rate in real time and provide stabilization accordingly to ensure consistently smooth gameplay.Unlimited Convenience with the Fresh-new ColorOS 12As part of the first series to be installed with ColorOS 12 out of the box, Reno7 Pro 5G gives users immediate access to a more convenient, smoother, and smarter operating system.The brand-new Inclusive Design and 3D Icons in ColorOS 12 offer a more intuitive and simpler way for users to interact with their phone. The new Omoji feature also creates new avenues for personalization with a variety of customization options and real-time facial tracking through OPPO’s advanced Face Capture Algorithm.ColorOS 12 also delivers leaps in convenience and productivity by removing unnecessary steps and barriers. For example, PC Connect can connect Reno7 Pro 5G seamlessly with a PC via Bluetooth or by scanning a QR code, making working across multiple devices so much easier and more efficient.When it comes to data security and privacy, ColorOS 12 has been certified by third parties including ISO, ePrivacy, and TrustArc, and includes features like Anti-peeping for Notifications to help further protect user privacy in day-to-day use.Market AvailabilityReno7 Pro 5G continues the legacy of the Reno series, putting a leading portrait shooting experience in the palm of users’ hands. The ultimate Flagship Portrait Camera System is powered by the flagship IMX709 and IMX766 imaging sensors as well as leading camera features such as AI Highlight Video, Portrait Mode, and more. The exclusive OPPO Glow and the industry-first use of LDI technology on the exterior of the phone give the ultra-slim Reno7 Pro 5G a stunning appearance and comfortable grip, with two new stunning color finishes — Startrails Blue and Starlight Black — bringing the full design to life. When it comes to practicality and performance, the MediaTek Dimensity 1200-MAX 5G SoC, 65W SUPERVOOCTM, and a large 4500 mAh Battery ensure a long-lasting 5G experience on Reno7 Pro 5G, all of which is brought together with the convenient, personalized, and safe mobile experience of ColorOS 12.Reno7 Pro 5G will be available starting 24 March 2022 on stories in Saudi Arabia, priced at 2799 SAR, Reno7: SAR 1,999 and Reno7 Z: SAR 1,499.

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OPPO intends to launch the new Reno7 Pro 5G next week in Riyadh

Posted on March 9, 2022 by مشرف

OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G features the iconic OPPO Glow glass on its back cover with the Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology for the first time ever in the industry, and the ColorOS 12 creates a convenient and efficient user experience on smartphone. With all these features packed into a sleek and light smartphone, Reno7 Pro 5G is the portrait expert designed to help users get most out of the 5G era.

OPPO plan to launch the latest member of its popular Reno series — OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G — in Saudi Arabia. Powered by the new Flagship Portrait Camera System built around two flagship imaging sensors — the IMX709 and the IMX766 — Reno7 Pro 5G delivers a generational leap in portrait image performance, offering unlimited possibilities in photo and video at the touch of a button.

Unlimited Style with Stunning OPPO Glow
Inheriting the hallmark OPPO Glow design of the Reno series, Reno7 Pro 5G comes in two fresh new colors: Startrails Blue and Starlight Black.

In addition to using the exclusive OPPO Glow manufacturing process, Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) technology has been applied to the back case of Reno7 Pro 5G, making it the first time that LDI has been used on the exterior of a smartphone. On the back cover of Reno 7 Pro 5G Startrails Blue, 1.2 million micro-rasters have been etched onto the photoresist-coated AG glass with the sophisticated LDI technology. The overall visual effect is like thousands of comets flashing across the sky, leaving long trails of light in their wake.

Bringing even more light to the back cover is the Orbit Breathing Light, an industry-first, 3D circular light surrounding the camera area. The Orbit Breathing Light gently emits light when receiving incoming calls or notifications, adding an even dreamier atmosphere to the back cover of the phone.

On the front of the phone, a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate delivers a super-smooth and comfortable viewing experience. The display is HDR10+ certified for a more vivid and higher quality visual experience while also being Amazon Prime Video HD&HDR certified for high-quality visual content.

Reno7 Pro 5G features a new ultra-slim design, with 2.5D glass applied to both the front and back of the phone to give it a super sleek and minimal look while avoiding unintended touches of the screen during use. On top of this, Reno7 Pro 5G remains extremely thin and light, with a thickness of just 7.45mm and a total weight of only about 180g.

Unlimited Convenience with the Fresh-new ColorOS 12
As part of the first series to be installed with ColorOS 12 out of the box, Reno7 Pro 5G gives users immediate access to a more convenient, smoother, and smarter operating system.

The brand-new Inclusive Design and 3D Icons in ColorOS 12 offer a more intuitive and simpler way for users to interact with their phone. The new Omoji feature also creates new avenues for personalization with a variety of customization options and real-time facial tracking through OPPO’s advanced Face Capture Algorithm.

ColorOS 12 also delivers leaps in convenience and productivity by removing unnecessary steps and barriers. For example, PC Connect can connect Reno7 Pro 5G seamlessly with a PC via Bluetooth or by scanning a QR code, making working across multiple devices so much easier and more efficient.

When it comes to data security and privacy, ColorOS 12 has been certified by third parties including ISO, ePrivacy, and TrustArc, and includes features like Anti-peeping for Notifications to help further protect user privacy in day-to-day use.

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3-2-1 QATAR OLYMPIC AND SPORTS MUSEUM AT KHALIFA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM TO OPEN 31 March 2022

Posted on March 3, 2022 by مشرف

One of the world’s largest and most comprehensive sports museums, 3-2-1 will offer an unforgettable interactive journey through the history and legacy of sports around the globe and the Olympic Games

Qatar Museums announced today that under the patronage of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum will open to the public on 31 March 2022. A member of the Olympic Museums Network (OMN), 3-2-1 will be one of the world’s most innovative and technologically advanced museums dedicated to sports. The museum will offer an unforgettable and inspiring interactive journey through the history and legacy of sports around the globe and the Olympic Games. Through its participatory spaces and programming, 3-2-1 aims to inspire and engage its community and encourage the public to take part in sports and physical activity. Designed by Spanish architect Joan Sibina, the museum is approximately 19,000 square metres—making it one of the largest of its kind—and is built onto Khalifa International Stadium, part of Qatar’s Aspire Zone Foundation. The Stadium, originally constructed in 1976, will host the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.

“The opening of the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum alongside the FIFA congress is a symbol of the importance of sports in Qatar National Vision 2030. The museum belongs to the Olympic Museums Network, and is a legacy project of the Doha Asian Games 2006” Stated Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayasa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums.  “The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, comes after Qatar’s outstanding performance at the Tokyo Olympics, and just before we host the World Cup in November 2022.  Culture and sports are two sides of the same coin, and there is no better time to celebrate our nations investments in both Culture and Sports.  Two pillars that also support Qatar’s investments in Education and Health.”   Finally, she added, “The opening promises to celebrate the Qatari athletes with the world; a testament of the leadership of His Highness the Emir in focusing on developing people in all fields.”

The Olympic Foundation for Culture and Heritage (OFCH) Director and Olympic Museum Network (OMN) Chair Angelita Teo said: “Having the brand new 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum join the Olympic Movement in promoting the Olympic Games and Olympic Values is a great source of excitement. I send my best wishes to the management and operating teams for the culmination of this ambitious project, and I hope to visit it in the near future.”

“We will be opening the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum at an incredible moment in the history of sports within our own nation as Qatar prepares to welcome more than a million tourists for the FIFA World Cup. These visitors may speak a myriad of languages but understand sports to be a universal dialect that promotes camaraderie among people and nations. This sentiment is evident throughout the Museum, which brings together sports, figures, and iconic moments from all different areas of the world. We are especially excited to share with our visitors the history of traditional sports in our region and the development of Qatar as a destination for international sporting events,” said Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ali Al Thani, President, 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum.

The Museum’s unique exhibits and remarkable collection present the role of sports as one of the most significant cultural developments, the history and contemporary significance of the Olympic Games, the stories of sporting heroes around the world, and the inspiring story of the development of sports in Qatar, and explore the massive impact of mega events hosted by Qatar in recent decades. The interactive experiences in 3-2-1’s “Activation Zone” will promote sports across Qatar, inspire future talent, and encourage the adoption of healthy and active lifestyles for all. 3-2-1 comprises seven gallery spaces housing objects from around the globe, from the origins of sports to the present day. The galleries–organised under the direction of Kevin Moore, PhD, Deputy Director of Curatorial Affairs–include:

·        “World of Emotion,” the first gallery space visitors will encounter, serves as the Museum’s reception area and lobby. It provides an overview of the Museum’s themes and the central role of sports in Qatar. 

·        “A Global History of Sport” is a journey through the history of sports across the globe from ancient to modern times. The gallery includes nearly 100 objects and reproductions, ranging from the 8th century BCE to the early 20th century, accompanied by graphics, audio-visual and interactive digital elements. The gallery is organised into geographic and thematic sections, focusing on different historical periods in Europe, Asia and Oceania, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East.

·        “Olympics” takes visitors from the ancient Olympic Games through to the birth of the modern Olympics and their growth and significance today. The gallery features a display of every torch from the Summer and Winter Olympic Games from 1936 onwards. Within the gallery’s Olympic Theatre is an immersive video that tells the story of the birth of the modern Olympics and introduces the geopolitical, social, and technological factors that enabled individuals, most notably Pierre de Coubertin, to revive the Olympic Games. 

·        “The Hall of Athletes” is a celebration of sporting heroes from around the world. Here visitors can meet heroes, old and new, and be inspired and amazed by their journeys and achievements. Across three floors, this gallery will profile 90 athletes from across the world and the 20th and 21st centuries, representing a wide range of international sports. Included will be a series of eye-catching displays, each focusing on a different athlete and will include informative text as well as intriguing or awe-inspiring objects (both historic and replicas). 

·        “Qatar – Hosting Nation” explores how the mega sports events hosted by Qatar in recent decades have become a matter of global fascination and national pride . The gallery invites visitors to explore Qatar’s outstanding reputation as a host for international sporting events starting with the Asian Games Doha 2006 and to revisit the most memorable moments of world-class events that the nation has held, including those at Khalifa Stadium since its opening in 1976.

·        “Qatar Sports” presents the inspiring story of the development of sports in Qatar, from traditional games through to the arrival of international sport and the development of international competitions. The gallery explores how sports has been and continues to be essential to the development of Qatar, looking ahead to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™. The gallery also brings to life Qatar’s long-established sports activities such as falconry, pearl diving and camel racing, exploring how these sports are reflected in Qatar’s oral traditions and illustrating how they are connected to Qatar’s heritage and landscape.

·        The “Activation Zone” promotes physical activity across Qatar and encourages the adoption of healthy and active lifestyles. Visitors are invited to walk through six spaces that evoke the landscape of Qatar. As they discover the park, the market and desert, the beach, city and finally the arena, visitors will participate in a variety of fun challenges.

The Museum is built onto the side of Khalifa International Stadium. The design by Spanish architect Joan Sibina comprises two buildings: a main structure that follows the arc of the Stadium, and an attached round access building inspired by the Olympic rings. Khalifa International Stadium is part of Aspire Zone, also known as Doha Sports City, a 250-hectare (2.5 km) sporting complex located in Baaya district of Doha that also includes the Aspire Academy for Qatar’s youth, Hamad Aquatic Centre, Aspire Tower and Doha’s largest park, Aspire Park.

The café and restaurant at 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum are operated by the JW Marriott with the menu concepts designed by Chef Consultant Tom Aikens, a UK-born Michelin-star chef and avid marathon runner. The 3-2-1 Café, located on the first floor of the Museum, offers visitors tasty, wholesome, freshly made food and drink options as well as takeaway offerings.

The restaurant, Naua, is located on the fourth floor of the Museum. Named after the Arabic word for nucleus of the seed, the restaurant promotes mindful, healthy eating. The menu offers refined dishes made from high-quality, seasonal ingredients. This casual fine-dining restaurant is set to become Doha’s premier destination for diners who seek the ultimate fusion of the healthy and the gourmet.

The main gift shop, located on the Museum’s second floor, offers visitors a wide range of exclusive merchandise inspired by the legacy of sport and the Olympic Games. Visitors can browse and buy a wide range of sportswear and apparel that showcase the positive value of sport and its significance to sports culture within Qatar and beyond. From local football team kits to vintage Olympic poster prints, there is something for all ages to enjoy.

The museum has collaborated with the International Physical Literacy Association to develop a National Physical Literacy Journey aimed at encouraging the community to adopt a healthy lifestyle and engage in physical activities. 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum has partnered with Accessible Qatar, a Doha based advocacy group that supports promoting Qatar as an accessible destination, to ensure that its facilities are fully accessible.

Generous support has been provided by the Qatar Olympic Committee, Aspire Zone Foundation, Supreme Committee of Legacy and Delivery and OMN (Olympic Museums Network).

The opening of 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum is sponsored by Ooredoo.

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IPTC 2022 set to take place under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Posted on February 21, 2022 by مشرف

The 14th edition of the International Petroleum Technology Conference (IPTC) is set to take place 21–23 February 2022, in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with Saudi Aramco as the exclusive host.

Nasir K. Al-Naimi, IPTC 2022 Executive Committee Chair, Senior Vice President, Upstream, Saudi Aramco, said, “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, under the Patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, is proud to host this year’s International Petroleum Technology Conference for the second time. Following on from the tremendous success of IPTC 2020, this time around the conference shall be held in Riyadh, thus elevating the event’s exposure to global thought leaders and opinion shapers. Sponsored by no less than four premier petroleum organisations and societies, IPTC 2022 brings together international experts and strategists to share their knowledge, ideas and innovative technologies at what has become the flagship multi-disciplinary event in the Eastern Hemisphere. Home to the world’s largest oil and gas company, endowed with an abundance of hydrocarbon reserves, and strategically positioned at the crossroads to Europe, Africa and Asia, the Kingdom is truly an exceptional location for this distinguished event.”

Founded in 2005, IPTC is a collaborative effort by the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG); the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE); the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG); and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). The scope of the conference programme and associated industry activities will address technology and relevant industry issues that challenge industry specialists and leaders around the world.

This year’s CEO plenary session on Leading the Global Recovery for a Sustainable Future, includes industry leaders like Amin H. Nasser, President and CEO, Saudi Aramco, Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President and Group CEO, PETRONAS, Vicki Hollub, President and CEO, Occidental Petroleum, Scott D. Sheffield, CEO, Pioneer Natural Resources, and Olivier Le Peuch, CEO, Schlumberger.

The Executive Special Session on Navigating Through a Dynamic Market features discussions with Nasir K. Al-Naimi, Senior Vice President, Upstream, Saudi Aramco, Lorenzo Simonelli, Chairman and CEO, Baker Hughes, Adif Zulkifli, Executive Vice President and CEO Upstream, PETRONAS, Eric Duchesne, Senior Vice President, Technical Lines, TotalEnergies, and Clay Neff, President Chevron Middle East, Africa, South America Exploration and Production Company.

Panel sessions, technical sessions, “Ask The Experts” sessions, knowledge-sharing ePoster sessions, will include senior executives and subject-matter experts discussing and presenting papers on energy transition, circular carbon economy, IR 4.0 technology, agility and resilience in the midst of change, reservoir engineering, drilling and completions, production and operations, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and more.

The state-of-the-art exhibition takes place simultaneously across all three event days and will feature 150+ exhibitors showcasing their latest technologies, products, and services, and provide attendees with multiple opportunities to network and build relationships with industry colleagues from IOCs, NOCs, service providers, academia, and related organisations.

The Excellence in Project Integration Award recognises completed projects of USD 500 million or more, that add value to the industry by exemplifying strong teamwork, solid geoscience knowledge, reservoir and production engineering acumen, determined and watchful construction, outstanding facilities engineering practices, pervasive culture of HSE, and a positive impact on the country, the region, and the world.

The Diversity and Inclusion workshop will focus on key topics like tolerance to understanding, D&I initiatives that drive sustainable results, the future of artificial intelligence, equity versus equality, and more. The seminar on technology advances and energy transition for sustainability will give participants an overview of different initiatives related to sustainability such as leveraging carbon capture, utilisation, and storage to enable sustainable energy supply.

Education Week consists of multiple programmes for high school teachers, university students, and young professionals. Field Trips will take professional geoscientists and engineers of all exploration and production disciplines to areas of significant geological importance in Tuwaiq Mountain and Dahil Heet.

IPTC 2022 sponsors and supporters include Exclusive Host—Saudi Aramco; Strategic Supporter—Dhahran EXPO; Principal Sponsors—ADES Saudi Limited Company, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Al Rushaid Group, Halliburton, Schlumberger; Diamond and Lanyard Sponsor—National Energy Services Reunited Corp. (NESR); Diamond Sponsors—Alkhorayef Petroleum Company, Sawafi; Platinum and Face Mask Sponsor—Saudi Arabian Chevron; Platinum Sponsors—Baker Hughes, Olayan Saudi Holding Company (OSHCO), Saudi Aramco Nabors Drilling (SANAD), SINOPEC, Weatherford; Gold Sponsors—Air Products Qudra, Microsoft, Tamimi Energy; Silver Sponsors—ARO Drilling, Babcock & Wilcox (B&W), Intelligent Energy Services Co. Ltd. (i-Energy), Al-Khafji Joint Operations (KJO), Midad Company Limited.; Delegate Bag Sponsor—Shelf Drilling; Mobile App and Registration Sponsor—nogaholding, Bapco, Tatweer Petroleum; Directional Signage Sponsor—TotalEnergies; Exhibition Entrances Sponsor—PETRONAS; Hanging Banner Sponsor—King Salman Energy Park (SPARK); Badge Sponsor—Rawabi Holding; Visitor Bag Sponsor—TAQA (Industrialization & Energy Services Company); Bottled Water Sponsor—CGG Services SAS; Closing Session and Ceremony Sponsor—PTTEP; Coffee Break Sponsors—Kanoo Industrial & Energy and NOV; Associate Sponsor—King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals; and Floor Graphics Sponsor—Qemat Najd Oil Wells Services Company.

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Shaza Riyadh enhances its guests experience with newly added features and facilities Unforgettable luxury destination at the heart of the capital

Posted on February 13, 2022 by مشرف

Shaza Riyadh Hotel Residences, the contemporary luxury hotel residence at the heart of the Saudi capital, continues to enhance the guests’ experience with newly added features and facilities.

Representing exceptional Andalusian charm that combines tradition, culture and modernity, Shaza Riyadh has recently introduced new concepts, services and major upgrades to the existing facilities to support its position as a unique luxury destination at the heart of the capital.

Haythem Al Ayoobi, General Manager of Shaza Riyadh Hotel Residences commented, “The recent upgrades come in line with our efforts to provide an unforgettable stay for the visitors of Riyadh. Shaza Riyadh represents the ideal destination for both business and leisure travellers with a variety of rooms and suites that are perfectly designed to elevate the journey of rest – each one telling a story of peaceful ambience and a quiet refuge.”

The new concepts and upgrades to Shaza Riyadh include launching a new ladies spa and Gym providing the ultimate relaxation and wellbeing experience for ladies at the heart of Riyadh and as part of Shaza Afiya unique wellness concept. The ladies spa offers a unique selection of treatments and therapies with exclusive health consulting to the guests.

The hotel has also introduced a new boutique events & catering department targeting local family events and gatherings with exceptional quality and service. The facilities have been upgraded including the family suites that are fully equipped for enhanced convenience and relaxation and offer spectacular views of Riyadh.

Upgraded menus of MeNA and Midan restaurants provide a distinctive culinary experience for the guests featuring a variety of dishes from different cuisines, and the latest technology has been introduced to Bayt Al Hikma meeting Centre that brings travellers scent-inspired meeting rooms for conferences, banquets, and more.

Shaza Riyadh is managed by Shaza Hotels, the leading hotel management company dedicated to providing true Arabian hospitality inspired by the traditions and culture of the Silk Route countries. The company continues to expand in Saudi Arabia and enhance its current portfolio with ambitious growth plans with new properties in the pipeline across major locations in the kingdom.

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