The federal government has informed the National Assembly that telecom companies owe Rs. 16.33 billion in outstanding dues to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).

The information was shared in a written response to a question by MNA Syed Waseem Hussain, who asked for details of the unpaid amounts and related actions.

According to the response, all outstanding dues are currently sub-judice, which has halted the recovery process. The delay in payments has also resulted in a late payment fee of Rs. 39.24 billion, further increasing the financial burden linked to the telecom sector.

The government confirmed that contributions to the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, including the Universal Service Fund (USF) and the Research and Development (R&D) Fund, also remain unpaid due to ongoing litigation. These funds are essential for expanding telecom services to underserved areas and supporting technology development projects.

The reply stated that PTA has issued enforcement orders against licensees in line with legal procedures. However, recovery efforts remain stalled as various dues, including Access Promotion Charges (APC) for USF, continue to be challenged in different courts.

The written response did not specify whether any action had been taken against officials considered negligent or ineffective over the past two years. It focused mainly on the financial obligations and the legal hurdles that are delaying their recovery.

According to a new rumor, Vivo is working on a new device that it will call X200T. The name is unusual for the brand, and the device is allegedly described as “a mix of the X200 and X200 FE”.

The X200T is expected to launch in India by the end of January. This rumored release timing appears unusual, since the X300 and X300 Pro have just become available in India, which could make a new device in the X200 line feel instantly outdated in comparison.

The X200T is said to be similar in size to the X200 FE, which has a 6.31-inch touchscreen. The X200T will match that size.

The X200T is said to include “the performance DNA” of the X200. This is assumed to mean that it could use the same Dimensity 9400 chipset.

The X200T will “likely” come with three rear cameras with Zeiss branding. It is also expected to support 90W wired charging and include a large battery that could be similar in size to the X200 FE’s 6,500 mAh cell.

These are all the details revealed so far. Based on the current information, it sounds like a re-released X200 FE with a better chipset. Further details are expected when more information becomes available.

The new Keydous AJ68 is a compact low-profile keyboard with hot-swappable switches in a range of options.

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Many mechanical keyboards tend to have quite a chunky-looking profile. They may delightful to type on, but they can’t hold a candle to those fashionable low-profile keyboards made by the likes of Apple and Logitech. However, some keyboard makers are working hard to design new mechanical models with lower-profile keys and a less clunky appearance so they look every bit as good as they feel.

Keydous is one of those keyboard makers that’s working hard to produce a range of mechanical keyboard that looks stylish. Other brands with some great low-profile designs include Lofree and Keychron.

The new Keydous AJ68 low-profile keyboard has a 65% layout and is available in a choice of three stylish colors: White, Silver and Black. The AJ68 can be ordered with a selection of three different switch options, including Taro Mini linear switches, Pink Deep Sea-islet silent linear switches and the near-silent White Rainy switches.

The new AJ68 is a low-profile keyboard designed to provide a more relaxed typing experience which is achieved by lowering the front height of the keyboard so that wrist strain is reduced and typing becomes faster and easier.

Three Ways To Connect

The new AJ68 offers three ways to connect with the host device. There’s a choice of Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless and USB-C connectivity. With the Bluetooth option, users can pair the keyboard with up to three devices and easily switch between them. The Bluetooth option has a polling rate of 125Hz, while USB-C or 2.4GHz have a polling rate of 1000Hz, resulting in a super-responsive typing action and virtually no latency, making the keyboard suitable for gaming.

Inside the new Keydous AJ98 keyboard are five layers of foam, resulting in a much satisfying and solid typing experience that provides an overall feel of solidity which complements the keyboard’s CNC-machined aluminum alloy case.

The low-profile design of the AJ68 is around 40% thinner than a traditional mechanical keyboard, thanks to a thinner and lighter construction. The Keydous AJ68 is highly portable and has a high-end feel with its low-profile switches and the use of lots of metal. There’s even a metal counterweight in the base of the keyboard to add more heft and stability.

Metal Storage Space

The new keyboard includes a clever storage compartment that can be used to store the AJ68’s USB-A 2.4GHz receiver dongle. The storage compartment also has a CAPS LOCK light, which enhances the overall appearance. Other stylish features include RGB side lights and a full suite of RGB backlights illuminating all keys, which can be programmed and adjusted with custom colors to create a unique atmosphere in the workspace.

Customizing a keyboard to make it more personal, using macros or key remapping, is something keyboard makers increasingly offer. Keydous is no exception, and the company has chosen to implement customization using a web-based driver that can be used with almost any operating system via a HID-compliant browser. The customization also includes controls for the backlight behaviour and programming of individual keys.

Pricing and Availability:

The Keydous AJ68 low-profile keyboard is available now from the Keydous webstore and is priced at $125.

Tech Specs:

• Type: Low-profile mechanical.
• Layout: 65%.
• Keys: 68.
• Finishes: White / Black / Silver.
• Backlights: RGB.
• Case: Aluminum alloy.
• Hot swappable: Yes.
• Switch options: Linear or Silent.
• Connectivity: Windows / macOS / Android / iOS / Linux.
• Battery: 3500mAh.
• Polling Rate: Bluetooth 125Hz, 2.4GHz and wired 1000Hz.
• Battery life (RGB on): 23 hours.
• Power-saving mode (RGB off): 407 hours.
• USB voltage: 5V DC / 30-300mA.
• Dimensions: 352 x 125 x 21mm.
• Weight: 820g.