Ehsanur Raza Ronny

Primary life roles: Confused dad, all round car guy, model car builder and cartoonist. Currently Editor of Shift (automobiles), Bytes (technology) and Next Step (career) for the Daily Star. Previously did four years hard labour in advertising before starting Shift and Next Step in 2013 while also re-branding the previous tech publication as Bytes.

How to smell amazing without suffocating the room

Fragrance should be subtle and intimate, not overpowering. Apply perfume to pulse points, avoid rubbing it in, and be mindful of seasonal changes. Winter’s cooler temperatures make scents last longer, but be cautious of external odours.

4w ago

Thinking of studying abroad? Here’s how school life varies worldwide

Student life looks very different around the world, with each country offering its own approach to education, exams, and extracurriculars. Whether it’s the schooling system or the academic pressures, where you study can shape your future in unique ways.

2m ago

Things that go bump and moo in the night

Horror stories do not come any scarier than a bull gone loose.

7m ago

How you too can nearly, almost, probably become a Jedi Knight

At its core, 'Star Wars' is a classic tale of underdogs taking on a powerful enemy; it's a story of hope and perseverance, of standing up for what's right even when the odds are against you.

1y ago

Where’s the cake?

It’s party time in the animal kingdom. A turtle just happens to be in charge of making a birthday cake. He’s small and he’s slow but he has a plan. He started early because he knew speed wasn’t his strength.

3y ago

6 steps to get people to trust your e-commerce site

You have a site or Facebook page for your business. You have great products. You also have a good amount of people that know about you. But no one is buying. Where lies the mystery? How do you turn those visitors into buyers?

3y ago

A new hope

Not quite as epic as the Stars Wars movie of the same title, but a new hope it is. Everything ends only to have a new beginning in one form or another. This happens to be my very last issue of Toggle, something my team and I brought to this height in a year and couple of months.

3y ago
June 1, 2016
June 1, 2016

2016 BMW X1

This second generation X1 is a mini crossover. It is also the smallest from BMW, sold in Bangladesh with the most interesting engine for tech geeks.

May 30, 2016
May 30, 2016

New contender from Lenovo: ZUK Z1

Lenovo brings about a new sub-brand under the ZUK nametag. Is a big sharp screen, big battery and last years flagship processor enough to set them on the path to world dominance?

May 25, 2016
May 25, 2016

Custom Integra Type R

A custom Hot Wheels Integra...that has been reverted to stock form?! Read on.

May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016

Drones, robots and driverless cars at the CES ASIA 2016

The 2nd CES Asia showcases the biggest tech developments. Bytes heads out to China for an exclusive first-hand view of all the tech magic yet to come. Drones, robots, 3D printing and electric cars take centre stage

May 4, 2016
May 4, 2016

Custom Hakosuka : The best of JDM cues on one classic Nissan

The Hakosuka is the soon to be unattainable Japanese myth, stored away in safes for fear of getting dirty. But scale models allow us to do whatever we please. Here's our take on what a Skyline can look like.

April 27, 2016
April 27, 2016

Tomica's Crown Wagon

This week on Collectibles: an absolutely gorgeous, classic Toyota Crown wagon from Tomica's Neo Vintage line.

April 25, 2016
April 25, 2016

WE X1 & Smart Solutions

The sleek, red box with minimal graphics oozes a little class not common in most local packaging. First impressions matter

April 13, 2016
April 13, 2016

Hottest HWs of 2016

Hot Wheels in 2016 started off with a bang with more JDM specials and factory USDM hotrods. We look at the best of the lot that's sure to attract customisers.

February 29, 2016
February 29, 2016

Symphony Xplorer H175

We were sent the white device which seems to be the in thing for many device manufacturers. The back cover is a crosshatched white plastic with a machined aluminium edge going all round. At first glance, it's a safe design approach that won't offend anyone. The five inch display and the resulting bezel is just the right balance for most people to comfortably hold in their hands for one handed operation.

February 24, 2016
February 24, 2016

Mini cars, big meet

Model car collecting is a hobby best suited for individuals with patience and a taste for war as everyone scrabbles for the best pieces. Here's the 2nd meetup of the biggest collectors' group in Bangladesh.