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onsolidated Gulf Co. (CGC), the Nokia partner in Qatar, has unveiled the new Nokia N8, Nokia’s first Symbian^3-powered device to come with a HDMI port. Features include a 12megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, Xenon flash and a large sensor, a 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen and 16gb internal memory which can be expanded to 48gb. Nokia N8 also offers an intuitive built-in editing suite to edit and make HD-quality videos which can be viewed by using Dolby Digital Plus surround sound, plugged into a home theatre system. Along with videos, Web TV services and social networking facilities can be accessed on the homescreens as well.
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he leading American lifestyle brand Nautica, is now available at the Mall in Qatar. Founded in 1983, the brand offers men’s, women’s, children’s apparel and accessories as well as home collections. The Nautica Fall 2010 collection is inspired by the crisp, clean and distinct waters of the Northern Sea. Functional outerwear, rich wools, substantial cotton knit sweaters, and heavy twill woven shirts are the foundation of the assortment. In all, the collection is rooted in heritage while blending classic sportswear design with technical innovation churning out a timeless, balanced ‘Nautica’ look.
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Al khaliji’s new fee-free Classic and Platinum Visa credit cards offer 2% cash back on all purchases along with a leading package of financial benefits offering a superior value. In addition, these cards guarantee 0% commission on overseas transactions, no annual or renewal fee, a highly competitive interest rate and anti-fraud monitoring to protect purchases made in shops and online. Moreover, they are accepted by virtually all shops and points-of-sale both locally and worldwide. “Our generous cash back rate, no annual fee and free purchase protection, combined with Visa’s unrivalled global travel benefits make al khaliji credit cards the best in the market and underline it’s commitment to deliver market-leading, excellent value products for customers,” commented Andrew Ball, Acting Head of Consumer Banking.
LANDmArk GroUP exPANDS iNto FitNeSS SeCtor The Fitness First franchise business in the MENA region has been acquired by the Landmark Group, the leading Dubai-based retail and hospitality Group, through its investment arm, Landmark Investments. This includes the 100% buyout of the business from current franchisee Awwal Fitness Ltd, a Jebel Ali free zone company and part of the Alhokair Group of Saudi Arabia. “We are excited about this significant expansion of the Group into the health and fitness segment” said Micky Jagtiani, Chairman of Landmark Group. The Group looks forward to expanding the business and providing the ‘Fitness First experience’ to much larger MENA-based customers.
Qatar Today November 10
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