The federal government has launched new fiber and broadband projects to deliver high-speed internet access to two Sindh districts, Badin and Sanghar, as part of its ongoing digital expansion drive.

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja made the announcement while speaking at a project award ceremony for the connectivity initiatives.

She reaffirmed the government’s commitment to accelerating digital transformation and expanding reliable internet access to underserved communities.

The projects are being implemented through the Universal Service Fund under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication. They are designed to extend reliable, high-speed internet access to underserved communities across the country.

Khawaja described digital connectivity as a cornerstone of economic growth. She said improved internet access would help youth, freelancers, and small businesses integrate into the digital economy.

She also announced that the upcoming 600 MHz spectrum auction is expected to significantly enhance mobile internet capacity and improve service quality nationwide, strengthening e-commerce, e-governance, and online public service delivery.

During the ceremony, contracts were awarded to Dancom Pakistan and Jazz to expand high-speed connectivity infrastructure in the targeted districts.

Governor Kamran Khan Tessori praised the ministry’s digital transformation initiatives and acknowledged the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in promoting technology-driven development.

Separately, the minister visited the IT facility of Saylani Welfare International Trust, where she addressed a technology event highlighting Pakistan’s youth potential and the growing role of artificial intelligence.

ViewSonic has introduced its latest gaming monitor, the ViewSonic VX27G26-2K-3, aimed at competitive gamers and esports players. The company has not disclosed pricing or availability, though the monitor is expected to launch first in China.

Display and Performance

The VX27G26-2K-3 features a 27-inch QHD Fast IPS panel with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 and a 16:9 aspect ratio. It supports a native 360Hz refresh rate and a 1ms GTG response time, designed to deliver smooth and responsive gameplay.

The panel supports HDR10 and reaches a peak brightness of 450 nits, with a minimum brightness of 400 nits. It offers a 1000:1 static contrast ratio and covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut, along with 98% of the DCI-P3 color space.

Connectivity

ViewSonic has equipped the monitor with two HDMI 2.1 ports and two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The HDMI ports support refresh rates up to 320Hz, while the DisplayPort connections allow the full native 360Hz refresh rate.

The monitor is compatible with FreeSync and G-Sync technologies to reduce screen tearing and stuttering during gameplay.

Design and Gaming Features

The VX27G26-2K-3 includes low blue light and flicker-free technologies to help reduce eye strain. It also supports customizable crosshairs, multiple color modes, and a Night Vision mode for improved clarity in dark scenes.

The design features three side borderless bezels and ambient lighting with an esports-style “G” accent.

The monitor does not include built-in speakers. Its stand supports tilt adjustments from minus 5 degrees to 20 degrees. Users can also mount the display using a 100 × 100mm VESA bracket.

The VX27G26-2K-3 weighs 4.3kg with the stand and 3.5kg without it.