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.

We didn’t mean to stop reading

There was a time, maybe not that long ago, when the only thing you needed for a perfect evening was a book

1d ago

Redmi Note 14 4G: Big battery, bright display, and bang for your buck

Let’s be real—buying a phone under BDT 25,000 these days feels like trying to get decent biryani for under 100 bucks. Expectations are high, budgets are tight, and compromises are inevitable. Enter the Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 4G, a phone that doesn’t promise the world—but gives you a pretty good piece of it anyway.

3d ago

Asus Vivobook S 15: The future is snapping into place

With the Asus Vivobook S 15 in hand—one of the first Copilot+ PCs powered by this much-hyped chip—it’s time to see if the revolution lives up to the anticipation. This processor promises high-octane performance with battery life that borders on sorcery. But is it the MacBook Air-killer Windows users have been waiting for? Let’s find out.

2m ago

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.

4m 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.

5m ago

Things that go bump and moo in the night

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

10m 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
October 9, 2020
October 9, 2020

3 personal safety apps for travelling

A woman can’t really walk through the city streets alone without feeling that uneasy need to look over the shoulder. Bangladesh saw an increase in rape by 19 percent from 2018 to 2019. This year seems to be competing with incidents of sexual assault, kidnapping and violence against women and children. Following are a list of personal safety apps that that are a no-brainer for women that need to increase their chances of safety while travelling.

October 2, 2020
October 2, 2020

How many computer case fans is too many?

Heat is the biggest enemy of a custom PC build. An average CPU temperature should be within 75-80 degrees Celsius. Poor heat management can see temps climbing past 100 degrees resulting in slowing down becoming an indoor BBQ pit.

September 25, 2020
September 25, 2020

You’re not alone

Does that help? Not really. Realising you’re not alone while being isolated is really just one and the same.

September 25, 2020
September 25, 2020

The Bossman : Stay inside

The Bossman : Stay Inside

September 10, 2020
September 10, 2020

Growing up with ‘Archie’ comics

As a tiny five-year old in the ’80s, I first discovered and liberated an Archie comic from a teenage cousin the way oil rich countries are liberated: by force. I used superior tactics of crying, pleading, whining and bargaining.

September 7, 2020
September 7, 2020

Air Conditioner Explosion: Why it happens and how to be safe from it

Air conditioners are not made to explode. Yet, on Feb 10, 2020, three people were injured in an air conditioner explosion in Old Dhalka’s Islampur area.

September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020

Samsung Note 20 Ultra: Killing it with the camera and the S Pen

The Note 20 Ultra is ultra-expensive because it promises you more camera than you thought possible. It’s also a gaming console/computer ready to tackle 5G while fitting in for your pocket. Well, your pockets have to be rather large because this is a massive phone.

August 28, 2020
August 28, 2020

Editor's Note

Movies depict robots as the all-conquering machines that eventually put an end to humans. Sometimes they start off as tools of humanity, helping make coffee and driving us quickly to our destinations.

August 21, 2020
August 21, 2020

Come back stronger or be left out

Corona is running scared in our homeland. Or so suggests a high ranking person of authority. Whatever the numbers, our people can’t be held back. The need to eat for survival far outweighs the need to stay inside safe from marauding viruses.

August 14, 2020
August 14, 2020

Where’s the party at?

No, really! Did you notice the outpouring of joy and festivities this past week? We must have killed the pandemic dead.