The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is offering up to 50% discount for selected traffic offences for just 3 days!
Find out how you can get the 50% discount on your traffic offences from PDRM!
PDRM Offers 50% Discount On Traffic Offences For 3 Days!
On 6 December 2023, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) announced a special 50% discount for selected traffic offences for just 3 days!
From 8 December until 10 December 2023, motorists will be able to get a 50% discount for selected traffic summonses at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium:
Date : Friday, 8 December until Sunday, 10 December 2023
Location : Tent no. 2, Bukit Jalil National Stadium (behind the main stage)
PDRM 50% Traffic Summons Discount For December 2023
This special PDRM offer only applies to traffic summonses issued in 2022 and earlier. It does not apply to traffic offences committed in 2023, or active warrants for court trials. This limited 50% discount offer also does not apply to:
summons for traffic accidents
court cases which involve arrest warrants or ongoing trials
non-compoundable offences, like driving without a licence, careless driving, expired driving licence, uninsured vehicle, etc.
Motorists who want to take advantage of this discount programme are advised to check their outstanding traffic summonses through the PDRM MyBayar website and/or mobile app before heading over to the Bukit Jalil National Stadium.
Please note that you cannot get the discount by paying online. Unlike earlier online discount offers, this programme requires you to be physically present at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium between 8 to 10 December 2023.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Did Transport Minister Anthony Loke just announce a 50% discount for senior citizens renewing their driving license?!
Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!
Claim : Senior Citizens Get 50% Discount On Driving License!
People are sharing a WhatsApp message which claims that Malaysia Transport Minister Anthony just announced a 50% discount for senior citizens who renew their driving license.
Anthony Loke announced ½ price for Driving license for seniors. Pay for 5 years, get 10 years.
Only if license expiring less than 12 months. Moreover, seniors no need to queue
Truth : Senior Citizens Do Not Get 50% Discount On Driving License!
This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS circulating on WhatsApp and social media platforms, and here are the reasons why…
Fact #1 : No Recent Announcement On Driving License
When I first received this viral message, I checked online to see if Transport Minister Anthony Loke, or the Road Transport Department (JPJ), announced anything new on driving licenses in Malaysia, or its renewal.
However, there has been no recent announcement on the Malaysian driving license, or its renewal. The viral message also did not provide any evidence to back up its claim.
As far as I can tell – there is no such thing as a 50% discount for senior citizens renewing their driving licenses, or a renew for 5 years and get 10 years promotion on driving license renewal for senior citizens.
Fact #2 : JPJ Charging Same Prices For Senior Citizens
A check of the JPJ page on driving license fees in Malaysia showed that their prices applied across the board, with no special discount for senior citizens :
LICENSE TYPE
CHARGES (RM)
DURATION
LEARNER DRIVING LICENSE (LDL)
A Class
2.00
3/6 months
B2 Class (sole)
2.00/4.00
3/6 months
B/C Class
20.00/40.00
3/6 months
D Class and others
30.00/60.00
3/6 months
PROVISIONAL DRIVING LICENSE (PDL)
A/A1 Class
2.00
2 years
B2 (sole) Class
2.00
2 years
B/C Class
40.00
2 years
D/E/F/G/H/I Class
60.00
2 years
LESEN MEMANDU KOMPETEN (CDL)
A/A1 Class
2.00
1 year
B2 (sole) /B/C Class
20.00
1 year
D/E/F/G/H/I Class
30.00
1 year
VOCATIONAL DRIVING LICENSE
Goods Driving License (GDL) / Public Vehicle License (PSV) or CON
Fact #3 : 10% Discount Applies To 10 Year Renewal For All
On 3 May 2023, the Transport Minister announced an extension of the license validity period. Starting from 8 May 2023 onwards, all drivers in Malaysia will be allowed to renew their driving licences for a maximum period of 10 years.
On top of that, those who renew their driving licenses for 10 years would receive a 10% discount!
They will be charged the same fee of RM30 per year, but if they renew for 10 years at one go, the fee is RM270. This means they will only be paying for nine years.
On 8 May 2023, Anthony Loke confirmed the 10% discount for people renewing for the full 10 years.
You’ll only pay RM270 instead of RM300. That’s a new policy we’re introducing to make it easier for people.
At that time, he also said that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) will still take action, including revoking or suspending the driving licence, against people who commit traffic offences.
Fact #4 : One Year Limit For Expired Driving License
The viral message is correct about one thing though – there is a one year limit for people with expired licenses.
As Anthony Loke pointed out in May 2023, those who want to renew their driving license in Malaysia, must ensure that it has not expired for more than a year:
Those who want to renew must ensure that their licence has not expired for more than a year.
But here’s some good news – there is an amnesty for motorists whose driving licenses have expired for more than a year – you have until 31 December 2023 to renew your expired driving licenses without penalty.
This initiative only applies to Malaysian citizens, and not to foreigners holding special passes like the MyKAS card. In addition, only those who have not been blacklisted by the police, or have any existing restrictions imposed by JPJ, and are free from any suspension due to a conviction or court order may renew their expired driving license.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Timothy Shim gives us the low-down on the 5 strategies for negotiating airfare discounts with SAP Concur!
Negotiating Airfare Discounts with SAP Concur!
Whether it’s a short hop to a neighboring city for a client meeting or an international conference halfway around the globe, airfare costs can significantly dent your company’s budget. That’s where systems like SAP Concur step in.
From leveraging data to setting up effective travel policies, we will explore five strategies for negotiating airfare discounts with SAP Concur. But before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let’s understand what SAP Concur is and how it functions as a critical part of your corporate travel management toolkit.
5 Minute Read
Use SAP Concur’s robust reporting tools to gain insights into your company’s travel patterns and use this information to identify potential areas for negotiation with airlines.
Centralize your company’s travel bookings with SAP Concur and present your travel volume data to airlines when negotiating for discounts.
Use SAP Concur to plan and book corporate travel in advance, demonstrating your commitment to airlines and leveraging this in your negotiations for better rates.
Track airfare fluctuations with SAP Concur and use your active engagement with market trends to secure better deals from airlines.
Leverage SAP Concur to manage and track your company’s relationships with airlines, leveraging your loyalty and long-term commitment to negotiate for ongoing discounts.
5 Strategies for Negotiating Airfare Discounts with SAP Concur!
SAP Concur is a cloud-based solution integrating travel, expense, and invoice management into one unified system. It aims to simplify these processes and provide a seamless, user-friendly experience.
Travel Management with SAP Concur
Concur Travel is a feature within the platform that allows businesses to manage and streamline their corporate travel processes. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including online booking tools, travel management services, and mobile applications.
These services aid companies in reducing costs, enforcing travel policies, and providing travelers with a smooth and efficient experience.
Expense and Invoice Management
Concur Expense and Concur Invoice are additional features to simplify the expense and invoice management processes. Concur Expense lets employees quickly capture and submit expense reports from any location.
That does much to reduce errors and improve compliance. Concur Invoice automates invoice processing, helping businesses manage spending and cash flow more effectively.
SAP Concur’s Impact on Business Operations
By integrating travel, expense, and invoice management, SAP Concur gives businesses visibility and control over their spending. It also offers valuable insights into spending patterns, helping companies make informed decisions and save money.
Whether a business has a small travel team or a large multinational operation, SAP Concur is designed to adapt to unique needs and deliver tangible benefits.
The first step to effective negotiation is knowing your ground, and in the context of airfare discounts, that means understanding your travel data. SAP Concur shines here, providing businesses comprehensive insights into their travel habits.
Key Data Points to Focus On
First, pay close attention to your company’s frequently traveled routes, preferred airlines, and ticket classes. Focus on asking the right questions to provide the most actionable insights for your business. For example;
Which routes are your employees traveling the most?
Which airlines are they choosing?
Are they booking economy, business, or first-class tickets?
These data points provide a solid foundation for negotiation discussions with airlines.
Analyzing Trends and Patterns
SAP Concur allows you to analyze trends and patterns in your travel data over time. For instance, you may find that your employees travel more frequently during certain times of the year or prefer specific airlines for international flights. These patterns can provide leverage when negotiating airfare discounts.
Translating Data into Negotiation Power
Armed with this data, you can approach airlines with confidence. Showcase your loyalty to specific airlines, emphasize the volume of business you bring, and demonstrate your understanding of your company’s travel needs.
When airlines see that you know your travel patterns and preferences, they’re more likely to consider offering discounts.
Actionable Tips
Use SAP Concur’s reporting tools to gain a comprehensive overview of your company’s travel patterns.
Analyze the data to identify trends, such as the most frequently traveled routes, the most used airlines, and peak travel periods.
Use this information to identify potential areas for negotiation with airlines.
Once you’ve grasped your travel data, it’s time to focus on volume. As with many things in business, higher volumes can often lead to better deals, and air travel is no different.
With SAP Concur, you can aggregate your travel data to demonstrate the volume of your bookings, forming a compelling case for discounts.
Consolidating Travel Bookings
It’s essential to consolidate your company’s travel bookings as much as possible. Instead of allowing your employees to book flights individually, use SAP Concur to centralize your travel bookings.
This simplifies the booking process and allows you to negotiate with airlines as a single, high-volume customer.
Presenting Your Case to Airlines
When you approach airlines with a substantial volume of business, you’re in a much stronger negotiating position. Airlines are always looking for consistent, reliable customers. Showing them that you provide significant business can encourage them to offer you better rates.
The Win-Win Situation
By offering airlines a substantial and steady volume of business, you’re creating a win-win situation. The airline gets a reliable source of revenue, and in return, your company gets more favorable airfare rates. This symbiotic relationship is the heart of effective negotiation.
Leveraging SAP Concur’s Tools
SAP Concur provides the tools necessary to leverage your travel volume effectively. This platform is an essential partner in your negotiation journey, from consolidating bookings to presenting comprehensive reports.
Using SAP Concur to showcase your travel volume, you can confidently negotiate airfare discounts and ensure your company gets the best possible deals.
Actionable Tips
Use SAP Concur to centralize all your company’s travel bookings.
Make a report showcasing your company’s travel volume.
Present this report to airlines when negotiating discounts.
Strategy #3: Utilize Advanced Booking
We’ve all heard the saying, “The early bird gets the worm,” right? In our case, replace “worm” with “discount.” Being an early bird can be a real game-changer when bagging those sweet airfare deals. And here’s where SAP Concur comes in handy, making advanced booking a breeze.
Think about it – when airlines see steady, early bookings, they’re more willing to give us a break with some discounts. Plus, it’s a stress reliever! You get to avoid the last-minute scramble for tickets, and it’s easier to plan your budget when you know the costs upfront.
SAP Concur is like that incredibly organized friend we all wish we had. With its advanced booking feature, planning your corporate travel well in advance is simple. You can book flights, reserve hotels, and even arrange ground transport, all in one place.
The Art of Negotiation with Advanced Booking
But let’s get back to the discounts. Advanced booking can give you a leg up when negotiating with airlines. Showing them that your company is organized and committed to booking in advance can be a persuasive argument for a lower rate.
Creating a Win-Win Situation (Again!)
Just like with travel volume, advanced booking creates a win-win situation. The airlines have the security of early and regular bookings, and you get to bag those tempting discounts. It’s like a beautiful dance, and SAP Concur is your dance partner, guiding you through each step.
So, remember to plan. It’s not just about saving your sanity; it’s about saving dollars. Advanced booking with SAP Concur? That’s a smart move.
Actionable Tips
● Use SAP Concur’s booking tools to plan and book corporate travel well in advance.
● Track the cost savings achieved through advanced booking.
● Highlight your company’s commitment to early booking when negotiating with airlines.
Next up on our list of strategies is dynamic pricing. That might sound like some sort of jargon straight out of a business textbook, but trust me, it’s more complex than it sounds. It’s all about adaptability, flexibility, and being ready to ride the ever-changing airfare prices.
Airfare prices are like a rollercoaster—they go up, down, and make sudden turns. As a savvy business, we must monitor these fluctuations and use them to our advantage. When we know that prices are changing, we can swoop in and grab those discounts when they pop up.
This is where SAP Concur struts its stuff. It allows us to track these price changes and alerts us when prices drop. It’s like having a vigilant guard dog that barks (or, in this case, sends notifications) when a good deal is on the horizon.
Dynamic Pricing and Negotiation
When you’re at the negotiating table with airlines, being able to talk about dynamic pricing can give you an edge. It shows airlines that you’re not only aware of the market trends but you’re also ready to react to them. This can make them more willing to offer special deals and discounts.
Creating Yet Another Win-Win
By now, you’ve probably noticed a pattern—we’re all about creating win-win situations. With dynamic pricing, the airlines get a customer who’s engaged and responsive to the market, and you get to save some of those hard-earned dollars.
So, let’s embrace the rollercoaster of dynamic pricing. We can ride the ups and downs with great discounts with SAP Concur. Remember, being adaptable in business is a virtue; in this case, it can save you money!
Actionable Tips
Use SAP Concur’s tracking features to keep an eye on airfare fluctuations.
Book immediately to secure the lower rate when you notice a significant price drop.
Mention your dynamic pricing strategy during negotiations with airlines to show that you’re an active and engaged customer.
Last but not least is the power of long-term partnerships. We’re not just talking about fleeting, one-off deals here. No, we’re looking at the big picture—establishing relationships with airlines that can lead to ongoing discounts.
Loyalty goes a long way in business, and air travel is no different. Airlines appreciate customers who stick around. Knowing they can count on your company’s regular patronage gives them stability.
This is where SAP Concur’s ability to track and manage your travel data shines. It helps you keep track of your company’s relationship with each airline and makes it easier to demonstrate your loyalty when negotiating for better rates.
Using Partnerships to Negotiate Discounts
When you’ve established a long-term relationship with an airline, you’re no longer just another customer—you’re a valued partner. This gives you a significant advantage when negotiating airfare discounts.
Airlines are more likely to give better rates to customers who will continue to bring them business.
The Long Game Wins
Establishing long-term partnerships is like playing the long game. Yes, it requires commitment and consistency, but the payoff can be substantial. Airlines get the assurance of your loyalty, and you get the benefit of ongoing discounts. It’s a classic win-win.
Actionable Tips
● Use SAP Concur to track your company’s relationship with each airline.
● Share this data with airlines to demonstrate your loyalty and commitment.
● Leverage your long-term relationship with airlines to negotiate for ongoing discounts.
Final Thoughts: Turning Strategies into Savings with SAP Concur
We’ve certainly covered some ground! From understanding your travel data, leveraging your travel volume, utilizing advanced booking, and implementing dynamic pricing, to establishing long-term partnerships, it’s clear that there are multiple strategies for negotiating airfare discounts.
And guess what? SAP Concur has been our faithful companion, offering us the tools and features to implement these strategies effectively. It’s more than a travel, expense, and invoice management platform.
It’s a powerful ally that helps us navigate the tricky terrain of corporate travel and airfare negotiation.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
You can now renew your Malaysian driving licence for 10 years, with a 10% discount to boot!
You Can Renew Driving Licence For 10 Years With 10% Off!
On Wednesday, 3 May 2023, Malaysia Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that you will now be able to renew your Malaysian driving licence for 10 years, with a 10% discount to boot!
This new initiative doubles the validity of your driving licence between renewals from 5 years. On top of that, motorists will get to enjoy a 10% discount on their renewal fees.
The only caveat is that your driving licence must not have expired for more than a year.
They will be charged the same fee of RM30 per year, but if they renew for 10 years at one go, the fee is RM270. This means they will only be paying for nine years.
Those who want to renew must ensure that their licence has not expired for more than a year.
You will be able to renew your driving licence for 10 years, and receive the 10% discount from Monday, May 8, 2023 onwards.
The Minister also announced an amnesty for those with expired driving licences. If you have a driving licence that expired from January 1, 2018 onwards, you will be able to renew it without having to take a driving test.
Motorists with expired driving licences longer than a year will have until December 31, 2023, to renew their expired driving licences. The driving test requirement will apply again, from January 1, 2024 onwards.
For those who are not aware, the Road Transport Department can revoke your expired driving licence if you do not renew them on time. You will then have to undergo the full process to re-qualify and obtain a new licence.
These are the four categories of expired licences that may be revoked, if they are not renewed in time :
Learner’s Driving Licence (LDL) : Up to 2 years
Probational Driving Licence (PDL) : More than 1 year
Competent Driving Licence (CDL) : More than 3 years
Public Service Vehicle / Goods Driving Licence (PSV / GDL) : More than 3 years
The moratorium on revoking expired driving licences actually expired on 31 December 2021, but JPJ extended it to 30 June 2022 after discovering that hundreds of thousands of drivers have yet to renew their expired licences.
This time, the government has decided to offer this amnesty because many Malaysian living abroad were unable to return during the COVID-19 pandemic to renew them.
We decided to allow the renewal of expired licences given the fact that many Malaysians living abroad were unable to do so during Covid-19 with the movement control order.
This amnesty will also begin on Monday, May 8, and end on December 31, 2023. Please note that this initiative only applies to Malaysian citizens, and not to foreigners holding special passes like the MyKAS card.
In addition, only those who have not been blacklisted by the police, or have any existing restrictions imposed by JPJ, and are free from any suspension due to a conviction or court order may renew their expired driving licence.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is offering a special RM50 fine for all traffic offences!
Find out how you can pay for your traffic offences for just RM50!
PDRM Offers Special RM50 Fine For Traffic Offences!
On 18 April 2023, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, announced that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will offer a special RM50 fine for all traffic offences committed in 2022 and earlier!
From Friday, 21 April until Sunday, 21 May 2023, you will be able to pay RM50 for each traffic summon at all police district or contingent headquarters, or online using its MyBayar Saman app or website.
This special offer applies only to traffic summonses issued in 2022 and earlier. It does not apply to traffic offences committed in 2023.
The PDRM launched MyBayar Saman as an alternative payment option, instead of paying over-the-counter, or using private collecting agents like MyEG.
This would also save the public money as MyBayar Saman is FREE, and does not collect service charges. They can also pay their fines at their convenience, without wasting time queuing to pay.
Alternatively, you can also pay for your traffic offence fines at:
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is offering a 60% discount programme on selected traffic offences!
Find out how you can pay for your traffic offences with up to 60% discount!
PDRM Offers Up To 60% Discount For Traffic Offences!
On 19 March 2023, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) announced that it is offering up to 60% discount on selected traffic offences, in conjunction with the 216th Police Day!
From Monday, 20 March until Friday, 31 March 2023, you will be able to pay for your traffic offence fines with up to 60% discount either at all police district or contingent headquarters, or online using its MyBayar Saman app or website.
The PDRM launched MyBayar Saman as an alternative payment option, instead of paying over-the-counter, or using private collecting agents like MyEG.
This would also save the public money as MyBayar Saman is FREE, and does not collect service charges. They can also pay their fines at their convenience, without wasting time queuing to pay.
The discounts being offered do NOT apply to all traffic offences. Here is a list of traffic offences that will not be reduced under this programme :
Causing accidents
Summon for court hearing
Summon with a warrant status
Offences involving heavy vehicles
Overtaking another vehicle dangerously
Driving on the emergency lane
Non-compoundable offences
Not obeying traffic lights
Overtaking across double lines
Modification of vehicle exhausts
Op Selamat summonses
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Did the Black Friday shopping phenomenon start with the sale of slaves after the Thanksgiving holiday?
Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the FACTS really are!
Black Friday Origins : Selling Of Slaves After Thanksgiving?
Photos of slaves being sold in the United States are circulating on WhatsApp, Facebook and Twitter as evidence that the term “Black Friday” originated with the practice of selling slaves after the Thanksgiving holiday.
The term “Black Friday” originated with the practice of selling off [sic] slaves on the day after Thanksgiving.
Now, do we really need to embrace this kind of torture? Or we are such foolish, that we don’t even research what is this so-called Black Friday and we become so exciting on something like this?
Truth : Black Friday Nothing To Do With Sale Of Slaves
The truth is – this is yet another example of FAKE NEWS circulating on social media and messaging apps like WhatsApp.
Fact #1 : Black Friday Term Was First Used In 1950s
The earliest known use of the term Black Friday to refer to a particular day after the American Thanksgiving holiday can be traced back to the November 1951 edition of the journal, Factory Management and Maintenance, which referred to the practice of workers calling in sick on the day after Thanksgiving, to get a four-day weekend.
Around the same time (in the 1950s), Philadelphia and Rochester police were also using the terms Black Friday and Black Saturday to describe crowds and traffic congestion at the start of the Christmas shopping season.
Fact #2 : Black Friday Refers To Busiest Shopping Day In America
The term did not catch on until The New York Times referred to Black Friday as “the busiest shopping and traffic day of the year” on 29 November 1975.
It became more popular in the early 1980s, and The Philadelphia Inquirer explained Black Friday in 1981 as the day when retailers would no longer be “in the red”, and would finally start making money.
Since 2005, Black Friday has been the busiest shopping day of the year in the United States.
Fact #3 : Black Friday Had Nothing To Do With Sale Of Slaves
It may seem silly but we have to say it – the term Black Friday has nothing to do with the sale of slaves after Thanksgiving. It doesn’t even make sense!
America’s history with slaves is long and tortured, and extensively covered. Slaves were bought and sold throughout the year, and not on a particular Friday after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Just in case you are wondering – no, there was no discount on slaves being sold right after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Note : We added the FALSE overlay to prevent the pictures from being further abused.
Fact #4 : Slavery Ended In The US In 1865
President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on 1 January, 1863 – effectively making all slaves legally free.
However, it took the end of the American Civil War in 1865, to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation throughout the entire United States of America.
On 6 December 1865, Federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to enforce the emancipation. That day is now celebrated as a national holiday in 2021 – the Juneteenth National Independence Day.
Therefore, the poster showing slaves being sold in 1904 at a Black Friday sale in America is categorically false.
Share this fact check with your friends, and help us fight fake news!
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
The little loophole is now closed – Apple education discount now requires UNiDAYS verification!
Here is what you need to know…
Apple Education Discount : Formerly Based On Trust + Audit
For many years now, savvy parents and techies have counted on the Apple education discount to get some financial relief on Mac computers and iPad tablets.
Ostensibly limited to teachers and staff of educational facilities, as well as college and university students, the Apple education discount programme was based on trust.
Anyone can go to the Apple Education page, and order a Mac computer or iPad tablet with (usually) a 10% discount. Apple doesn’t even ask you to prove your qualification for the education discount.
Instead, Apple performs random audits. If you cannot prove that you are an educator, or a college/university student, then they have the right to charge your credit card for the education discount you (illegally) received earlier.
Apple Education Discount Now Requires UNiDAYS Verification!
Sadly, it appears that Apple is moving away from the trust system, and is requiring verification through UNiDAYS in certain countries.
France
Germany
India
Italy
South Korea
Spain
Malaysia : Started on 15 December 2021
United Kingdom
Unlike the earlier Apple education discount programme, UNiDAYS verification greatly limits those who qualify for discounted Apple Mac computers and iPad tablets :
Students who are 16 years and above
Must be currently enrolled in the Sixth Form, a college or a university
Must have a personal institution email address (.edu email, for example), or a credit card-style student ID, issued by the school / college / university
The Good
Signing up for UNiDAYS has some advantages. It gives you access to discount programmes for other companies.
And students who sign up for UNiDAYS will get a free Apple Music student subscription in certain countries, which may even include Apple TV+ access!
The Bad
Parents cannot sign up and purchase for their children. Each student must sign up for their own UNiDAYS account.
If UNiDAYS cannot automatically verify your student credentials, it has a manual process but that could mean several days of delay to verify your account.
The Ugly
The UNiDAYS verification process blocks parents of younger students from getting the education discount.
Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, parents are forced to purchase tablets and laptops for their children’s online classes. While not entirely legit, the Apple education discount has helped many parents alleviate the high cost of providing each child with a tablet or computer.
While this verification process will help Apple cut down on fraud, I wish they would take the opportunity to open up the education discount programme to younger students.
That would really be a win-win situation – parents get a small but much appreciated discount, and Apple gets a head start on developing the next-generation of Apple users.
Until then, parents of younger children can “work around” this limitation, by asking a college / university student to help them make the purchase.
Countries Where Apple Education Discount Do Not Require UNiDAYS!
This switch to UNiDAYS verification for the Apple Education Discount programme appears to be a gradual process.
For now, these countries still do not require UNiDAYS verification :
Australia
Brazil
Canada
China
Hong Kong
Ireland
Japan
Mexico
New Zealand
Philippines
Russia
Singapore
Taiwan
Thailand
United States
So parents of younger children in those countries can still get the Apple Education discount, without jumping through the UNiDAYS hoop.
Pro Tip : When purchasing any Mac computer or iPad with the Apple Education discount, make sure you grab all the accessories you need at the same time, to get the discount as well.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
PDRM + JPJ just extended their 80% traffic offence discount programmes, so there is NO NEED to rush!
Here is what you need to know…
80% Discount For Traffic Offences : Four Days Of Long Queues!
After both Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and Road Transport Department (JPJ) offered the 80% discount on most traffic offences, there were long queues outside police and JPJ offices.
This extended online, where the PDRM MyBAYAR Saman system was brought to its knees, with users unable to register and/or log in to pay their fines.
Nevertheless, PDRM reported that 372,636 traffic summonses were cleared on the first day, netting RM 17.5 million!
The PDRM launched MyBayar Saman as an alternative payment option, instead of paying over-the-counter, or using private collecting agents like MyEG.
This would also save the public money as MyBayar Saman is FREE, and does not collect service charges. They can also pay their fines at their convenience, without wasting time queuing to pay.
JPJ
Instead of queuing up at JPJ offices, you should use their online mySIKAP online portal.
Please Support My Work!
Support my work through a bank transfer / PayPal / credit card!
Name : Adrian Wong Bank Transfer : CIMB 7064555917 (Swift Code : CIBBMYKL)
Credit Card / Paypal : https://paypal.me/techarp
Dr. Adrian Wong has been writing about tech and science since 1997, even publishing a book with Prentice Hall called Breaking Through The BIOS Barrier (ISBN 978-0131455368) while in medical school.
He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
PDRM just launched the MyBayar Saman portal and mobile app, offering 50% off selected traffic fines from now until 11 April 2021!
Find out more about MyBayar Saman, and how to get 50% off your PDRM traffic fines!
PDRM Launches MyBayar Saman Portal + Mobile App!
On 25 March 2021, the Inspector-general of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador launched the MyBayar Saman portal and mobile app at the PDRM Bukit Aman headquarters.
The PDRM launched MyBayar Saman as an alternative payment option, instead of paying over-the-counter, or using private collecting agents like MyEG.
This would also save the public money as MyBayar Saman is FREE, and does not collect service charges. They can also pay their fines at their convenience, without wasting time queuing to pay.
Get 50% Off PDRM Fines Using MyBayar Saman!
PDRM is offering early birds a 50% discount on selected traffic fines on MyBayar Saman, from now until 11 April 2021.
Major traffic offences will NOT receive this 50% discount, and they include :
Who is allowed to register and use the MyBayar portal?
Individual: Malaysian Citizen and Malaysian Permanent Resident (PTM) aged 18 years and above.
What are the requirements for registering and using the MyBayar portal?
Individual that are eligible must have a records or transaction within the MyBayar System.
How can new users register on the MyBayar portal?
New users can access the register button and will be direct to the user registration page to fill out all the required details in the form.
What is the purpose of the user’s identity card number when registering on the MyBayar portal?
The use of identity card numbers is an initiative towards conducting business online with the guarantee of identity verification and security of user data.
What action should be taken by users who have forgotten the password of the MyBayar portal account?
Users need to reset the password by accessing the “forgot password?” Button.
After making a payment on the MyBayar portal, how long does it take for the system to update user records?
The summons record is updated as soon as the user makes the payment.
What if the payment made through the MyBayar portal is not successful?
If the payment is made on the MyBayar portal is not successful, users need to make a complaint by email to mybayarsaman@rmp.gov.my.
What are the advantages of using the MyBayar portal service other than the payment channel for PDRM summons?
Users who register and make payments on the MyBayar portal will not be charged any additional fees other than traffic offense summons.
How to ensure a secure online experience when users access to the MyBayar portal?
Do not share your account password and make sure to log out your MyBayar account after completing make transactions before visiting other websites.
How do I know that my transactions have been successful?
Once your payment is successful, you can view previous payments in payment history. You can generate and print receipt.
B. General FAQ
What should I do if the traffic offense summons record with the same vehicle registration number but not my vehicle?
The offender has to go to the traffic branch that issued the summons and subsequently lodge a complaint in the traffic section for denial. Offender need to provide information on the type of vehicle that uses the same registration number. Once the complaint is resolved, offender are advised to check any traffic branch or MyBayar portal whether the summons has been dismissed or not.
What is the effect of leaving the outstanding summons?
The effect of leaving outstanding summons can result in offenders being blacklisted and issued an arrest warrant thus resulting in users not being allowed to renew road tax and driving licenses. Users will only be removed from the list after clearing all outstanding summonses.
C. FPX FAQ
Can I pay using FPX?
Yes. You can use FPX as long as you have an active internet banking account with any of the FPX participating banks. No registration is required with FPX.
What is the minimum and maximum transaction limit for FPX?
For retail/personal banking account, the minimum limit per transaction is RM1.00 and maximum amount is limited up to RM30,000 per transaction.
*The above limit is subject to your internet banking withdrawal limit with your bank, whichever is lower.
I have made a payment using FPX, how can I know that my payment is successful?
There are 3 methods in which you will be able to know that your FPX transaction is successful:
Online receipt provided by FPX.
Email notification sent by FPX system (provided that you have entered your email address during MyBayar
Saman user registration).
Online receipt provided by your bank.
While making payment using FPX, I have received an error / unsuccessful transaction message. However, the money has been deducted from my bank account. What should I do?
In the event that your account has been deducted but the transaction was unsuccessful for some reasons, your money will be credited back into your account by your bank. You are advised to contact your bank for the reversal status by providing the FPX Transaction ID or Merchant Order No. as a reference. You may also provide the screen shot of your payment on your mobile phone that displays the FPX Transaction ID or Merchant Order No. as a proof to facilitate the bank.
PDRM claims it has not received my summon compound payment although the FPX Transaction status is successful. What should I do?
FPX transaction status is final and the bank is obligated to update your payment in a timely manner. In this case, you should contact PDRM via mybayarsaman@rmp.gov.my e-mail to verify the status of your summon compound payment. You can provide the necessary details such as the online receipt issued by FPX/PDRM or the email notification received from FPX that contain the following details:
FPX Transaction ID.
Merchant Order No.
Payment amount.
Date and time of the payment.
Can I cancel a successful FPX transaction?
No. It is not possible to cancel a successful FPX transaction via MyBayar Saman system. However, you may request PDRM for such cancelation, subject to PDRM policy.
How do I get confirmation of my compound payment with FPX?
For the purpose of verification and further clarification of inquiries related to FPX, please contact your bank that has completed the payment of your summons compound.
Is my transaction via FPX really secure?
FPX uses high standards of authentication and certification to ensure all transactions are secure.
What is availability of FPX services?
Currently FPX service is available 24 hours daily at most of the FPX participating banks.
*Depending on the participating banks’ internet banking service availability.
Is FPX service meant for individual payment only?
No. FPX service can support both payments by individual and corporation depending on the model subscribed by your merchant. Payment made by individual is known as Business to Consumer (B2C) model, while payment made by corporation is known as Business to Business (B2B) model.
If I have a problem related to summon compound payment with PDRM, who can i contact?
You can send your inquiry to email address mybayarsaman@rmp.gov.my, local call center 603-22663346/47 and by mail addressed to Cawangan Pengurusan Saman, Jabatan Siasatan dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik, Ibu Pejabat Polis Diraja Malaysia, Bukit Aman, 50560, Kuala Lumpur.
[/su_note]
D. Card FAQ
Can I pay for the summons online using card?
Yes, you can make payment for the summons online using a valid debit card, credit card and prepaid card.
How do I ensure that the payment transaction was successful?
There are 3 (three) methods to check if the payment transaction was successful:
Transaction notification from your card issuing bank sent via short message service (SMS), email or mobile application push notification.
Payment receipt (online) from MyBayar Saman portal / mobile application.
Transaction authorisation/approval code from the card payment portal.
Do I need to inform PDRM or the bank after I have successfully made payment via the MyBayar Saman portal/application?
You do not need to contact PDRM or the bank as the payment information will be updated automatically.
What types of cards are accepted for payment through MyBayar Saman portal/application?
You can make payment with a Mastercard or Visa debit card, credit card or prepaid card.
What should I do if the transaction was unsuccessful but my account balance was deducted or my credit card has been charged?
You are advised to contact your card issuing bank to check on the payment status and inform the bank for their further action.
Why am I still unable to make payment despite having tried several times?
You are advised to contact your card issuing bank to check the status of your card/account. Common reasons for declined transactions are:
Insufficient balance in the savings/current account linked to the debit card or insufficient usage limit on your credit card account.
Your payment amount exceeds the daily spending limit set on your card.
The ‘card not present’ (cardless) usage function for the card has not been activated.
What should I do if PDRM informs me of unpaid/unsettled summons even though the transaction status was successful?
You may contact PDRM via email mybayarsaman@rmp.gov to confirm the summons payment by providing the required information such as the receipt issued via the MyBayar Saman portal/application.
Can I request to cancel a successful debit card or credit card transaction?
Any cancellation application must be directed to PDRM; please refer to the terms and conditions of the MyBayar Saman portal/application.
Is it safe to enter my debit card or credit card information on MyBayar Saman portal/application?
Your card information is safe as MyBayar Saman portal/application is 3-D Secure (3-domain secure) and every transaction performed requires transaction authentication by entering the “One Time Password” (“OTP”) sent to a mobile phone number or mobile application that you had registered with your card issuing bank.
Who should I contact if I have a problem with a PDRM summons payment?
For any enquiries, please email to mybayarsaman@rmp.gov.my, call the ‘Pusat Panggilan Setempat (Call Centre)’ at 603-22663346/47 or via letter to ‘Pusat Panggilan Setempat, Cawangan Pengurusan Saman, Jabatan Siasatan dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik, Ibu Pejabat Polis Diraja Malaysia, Bukit Aman 50560 Kuala Lumpur’.
If you like our work, you can help support us by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
Samsung Galaxy A70 arrived in Malaysia back in May, and Samsung just announce a nice price cut! Here is everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy A70 price cut!
This is a popular model that offers a very large 6.7-inch Infinity-U display with dual 32 MP cameras.
Immersive Display, Sleek Design
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has a large 6.7” Infinity-U display with 20:9 display ratio . This is the biggest screen in the Galaxy A series so far.
Samsung is offering the Galaxy A70 in three trendy gradient colours – Blue, Black and White. Its chassis also comes with a prism effect that changes its reflection according to the direction of lighting.
High Resolution Lens
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has a 32 MP front camera. In the back, it has a triple lens camera enhanced with a 32 MP camera paired with a depth sensor that lets you adjust the depth of field of all of your shots!
It also comes with a secondary 8 MP ultra wide-angle camera, which is designed to capture images that mirror the same viewing angle as the human eye.
The cameras boasts two software features to help deliver the best results possible :
Scene Optimizer offers a recognition feature that is able to intuitively enhance up to 20 scenes
Flaw Detection automatically identifies glitches before you click to prevent anything less than a perfect shot.
Longer Lasting Battery Power
The Samsung Galaxy A70 comes with a large 4,500 mAh battery that supports 25 watt Super-Fast Charging – a feature that is not even available in their flagship Galaxy S10 models!
Superior And Secure Connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy A70 has an on-screen fingerprint scanner that is positioned to make it easier to use without changing your grip.
Samsung also encourages you to pair it with Samsung Pass, so you can sign into websites and apps using a faster and more secure way.
Everything is kept encrypted and secured by Samsung Knox, Samsung’s own defense-grade security platform.
Samsung Galaxy A70 User Interface
The One UI platform simplifies user experience by enabling one-handed navigation. It also comes in a new Night Mode.
The Samsung Galaxy A70 will come with premium features like App Timer, Samsung Health, and even Bixby.
Samsung Galaxy A70 Price Cut In Malaysia!
The Samsung Galaxy A70 debuted in Malaysia on 5 May 2019 with an RRP of RM 1,999 / ~US$483 / ~£366 / ~A$708.
[adrotate group=”2″]
However, Samsung just announced a nice price cut for the Galaxy A70. Starting 5 August 2019, it will only cost RM 1,799 / ~US$431 / ~£355 / ~A$627!
This is a nice RM 200 (10%) discount on its original launch price.
Here are some direct purchase links for the Galaxy A70 with the price cut applied!
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
HONOR Malaysia just announced a new slew of price cuts, after offering a warranty extension for select smartphone models.
Here is everything you need to know about the new HONOR Malaysia price cuts, and warranty extension!
HONOR Malaysia Announces More Price Cuts + Warranty!
These HONOR Malaysia price cuts are probably due to the prolonged Trump ban. But whatever the reasons are, they offer consumers a great deal on these Honor smartphones!
In addition, HONOR Malaysia is also offering a one-year warranty extension for select smartphone models.
For your convenience, we created this table comparing the HONOR Malaysia price cuts and warranty extensions!
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
On top of the HUAWEI Carnival 2019 promotions, and the HUAWEI No Worries promotion, HUAWEI Malaysia just announced their mid-2019 price cut on selected smartphones!
Here are the full HUAWEI price cut details, and our analysis… HUAWEI fans are in for some real nice deals!
To kick off the second half of 2019, they are announcing a new HUAWEI No Worries promotion, with an extended warranty promotion, and a price cut on their three bestsellers!
HUAWEI P30 (8 GB + 128 GB) : Now only RM 2,299 – a RM 400 (15%) discount!
HUAWEI P30 Pro (8 GB + 256 GB) : Now only RM 3,399 – a RM 400 (10.5%) discount!
HUAWEI Nova 3i : Now only RM 799 – a RM 100 (11.1%) discount!
HUAWEI Carnival 2019 Promotions!
HUAWEI Malaysia also announced HUAWEI Carnival 2019, where you will have the chance to win prizes worth RM 1 million!
Mercedes-Benz GLA200 Night Edition
100 units of E-bike Orbit
400 units of Starlight Electric Scooters
Other gifts like tripod stands, USB-C to HDMI converters, HUAWEI body fat scale, and more!
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
Realme Malaysia just announced a new marketing tagline – Dare To Leap, as well as a surprise price cut for their flagship Realme 3 Pro smartphone!
Here is everything you need to know about Realme leaping forward, and the Realme 3 Pro price cut!
Realme – Dare To Leap
According to Realme Malaysia Brand Manager, Tiffany Teh, the new Dare To Leap tagline represents their passion and spirit to leap forward the performance, design and quality of their devices for their fans.
To achieve that, they are working with global design experts and manufacturing their devices to international design standards, while pushing for greater performance and better configurations.
Surprise Realme 3 Pro Price Cut!
In conjunction with their new tagline, Realme Malaysia also announced a surprise price cut of their flagship Realme 3 Pro smartphone!
Starting 22 July 2019 onwards, the 6 GB + 128 GBRealme 3 Pro can be purchased at this new price point :
Model
Launch Price
New Price
Difference
4 GB + 64 GB
RM 899 / ~US$219
RM 899 / ~US$219
–
6 GB + 128 GB
RM 1,099 / ~US$267
RM 999 / ~US$243
RM 100 / ~US$24
Current Realme Smartphone Price + Availability
[adrotate group=”2″]
These are the latest Realme smartphones that are currently available for sale :
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
This is what competition is all about! Thanks to the impending release of NVIDIA RTX SUPER cards, AMD has officially announced a substantial price cut to their Radeon RX 5700 XT and Radeon RX 5700 cards!
Let’s take a look at those price cuts, and find out how it affects their price-performance value compared to the NVIDIA RTX SUPER cards!
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 Price Cut
Just a day before their official release, AMD is cutting $50 off both the Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary Edition, and the Radeon RX 5700 XT. They are also cutting $30 off the Radeon RX 5700.
Radeon RX
5700 XT
50th Anniversary
Radeon RX
5700 XT
Radeon RX
5700
Original Launch Price
$499
$449
$379
NEW Launch Price
$449
$399
$349
Difference
-$50 (10%)
-$50 (11%)
-$30 (8%)
This substantial price cut will make the Radeon RX 5700 cards more competitive against the NVIDIA RTX SUPER cards.
Good move, AMD! And how about a counter, NVIDIA? 😉
We have also prepared a number of local price analyses, before and after the Radeon RX 5700 price cut announcement :
AMD Radeon RX 5700 Value Comparison After Price Cut
So how does the AMD Radeon RX 5700 price cut affect their price-performance value? Let’s find out!
Specifications
RTX
2080
SUPER
RX 5700 XT
(50th)
RX 5700 XT
RTX
2070
SUPER
RX 5700
RTX
2060
SUPER
Launch Price
$699
$449
$399
$499
$349
$399
Min. Texture Fill Rate
316.8 GT/s
268.8 GT/s
256.8 GT/s
256.8 GT/s
211.0 GT/s
199.9 GT/s
$ Per GT/s
$2.206
$1.670
$1.554
$1.943
$1.654
$1.996
Min. Pixel Fill Rate
105.6 GP/s
107.5 GP/s
102.7 GP/s
102.7 GP/s
93.8 GP/s
94.1 GP/s
$ Per GP/s
$6.619
$4.177
$3.885
$4.859
$3.721
$4.240
AVERAGE
$ / (GT/s + GP/s)
$4.413
$2.924
$2.720
$3.401
$2.688
$3.118
Based on the earlier price, the AMD Navi cards had a 20.8% better price-performance value than the NVIDIA RTX SUPER cards.
With the new Radeon RX 5700 price cut, they now have a 23.8% better price-performance value than the NVIDIA RTX SUPER cards. That’s a 14.4% improvement.
Specs-wise, the RX 5700 XT is virtually the same as the RTX 2070 SUPER, but it is now $100 cheaper.
The RX 5700, on the other hand, is about the same as the RTX 2060 SUPER, just $50 cheaper.
AMD Radeon RX 5700 Series Primer
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 series of graphics cards is built around the new AMD Navi GPU that uses the new RDNA architecture and fabricated on the 7 nm process technology.
Its redesigned Compute Units deliver 1.25X higher performance per clock, and up to 1.5X better performance per watt.
Here is a quick comparison between the Radeon RX 5700 XT, and the Radeon RX 5700 models :
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
At the Malaysia Tech Week 2019, Razer Fintech announced the Razer Pay Iriz contest, as well as a QR code giveaway! We also snagged a SPECIAL Starbucks QR code just for you guys!
So don’t miss this opportunity to get some great freebies from Razer Pay, and the chance to win a Proton Iriz too!
The Razer Pay Iriz Contest
The Razer Pay Iriz Contest started on 1 June 2019, and ends on 30 June 2019, so you still have a chance!
All you have to do is just use Razer Pay for a chance to win a special Razer Edition 2019 Proton Iriz!
The Malaysian Minister of Communications and Multimedia, Gobind Singh Neo, even came to impart his signature on the Razer Edition 2019 Proton Iriz!
The Razer Pay Iriz contest was organised by Razer Fintech in collaboration with Proton, 7-Eleven, Starbucks, the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, and MyFintech Week 2019.
Razer Pay QR Code Giveaway
In addition to the contest, Razer is also giving away these QR codes which you can redeem from now until 30 June 2019.
Officially, you have to go to the Razer Pay booth at Malaysia Tech Week 2019 to obtain these QR codes, but just for you guys, we prepared these QR codes so you can redeem them in the comfort of your home or office! 😀
If you wish to share these with your friends, please refer them to THIS ARTICLE instead. Thank you!
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
Xiaomi Malaysia just shared with us details of their 2019 Mi Smart Home deals! There are, not one, but TWO great deals to help you upgrade your home!
The Mi Smart Home Devices by Xiaomi
Xiaomi does not just make great smartphones like the Redmi Note 7 or the Mi A2. They also make really good smart home devices.
In fact, they are steadily expanding their range of smart home devices, covering everything from kitchen appliances to personal health devices!
Amongst their more famous smart home devices are their Mi Box, Mi Air Purifier, Mi Router and Mi Scale.
But did you know that they have many more smart home devices like the Mi LED Smart Bulb, the Mi Home Security Camera, Mi Smart Kettle, Mi Robot Vacuum, and so on?
The 2019 Mi Smart Home Deals by Xiaomi Malaysia
To spur the development of smart homes, Xiaomi Malaysia is now offering two 2019 Mi Smart Home deals :
The 2019 Mi Smart Home Standard Package
The 2019 Mi Smart Home Standard Package consists of :
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
Samsung Malaysia just kicked off the Galaxy S10 Roadshow at Mid Valley Megamall from 8 – 10 March 2019! Don’t miss these special Galaxy S10 deals and RM 1,000 cash rebate at the three Galaxy S10 roadshows across Malaysia!
The Samsung Galaxy S10 Roadshow Kicks Off!
Samsung Malaysia officially kicked off the three day Galaxy S10 roadshow today, at three locations from 8 – 10 March 2019.
Region
Location
Time
Northern
Queensbay Mall, Penang
10:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Central
Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur
10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Southern
AEON Tebrau City, Johor Bahru
10:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Friday + Saturday) 10;00 AM to 10:00 PM (Sunday)
Look at the early morning crowd at Mid Valley Megamall!
From 8 – 10 March 2019, Samsung Malaysia is offering these Galaxy S10 deals if you purchase a Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ or Galaxy S10e smartphone from the Samsung Galaxy S10 roadshow,
Make sure you are there EARLY because there are only a limited number of Golden Tickets, each of which will entitle you to the following free gifts for every purchase!
Samsung Galaxy S10+ (512 GB)
Samsung Galaxy S10 or S10+ (128 GB)
Samsung Galaxy S10e (128 GB)
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active + Screen Protection Plus Total Value :RM 1,079
Samsung Galaxy Buds + Screen Protection Plus Total Value :RM 779
Note : Both purchases must be in a single receipt and made either from Samsung Experience Store or Mass Merchant counter only on the same day. This promotion is not valid for purchase at operator / telco counters.
Screen Protection Plus covers one-time cracked screen replacement as a result of accidental damage within standard warranty period and the one year extended warranty.
A service fee of RM100 will be charged for the screen replacement.
Samsung Galaxy S10 Deals Eligibility
The Samsung Galaxy S10 Roadshow and its offers are open to all residents of Malaysia, including residents and non-residents, as long as they are 18 years of age as of 8 March 2019.
Only employees and immediate family members of Samsung Malaysia, and their affiliates or related companies, distributors, retailers, advertising and promotion agencies are not qualified for these promotions.
Customers may purchase as many units as they wish, but the free gifts are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
For the next TWO DAYS, Realme is offering special deals in the Realme Fans Festival n collaboration with Shopee Malaysia and the Lexis Hotel Group. Here are the full details!
Realme Fans Festival Deals
During the Realme Fans Festival from 6-7 March 2019, Realme will offer the Realme C1 smartphone in the 2 GB + 32 GB configuration for the first time! There will also be three different types of Realme deals :
Realme Malaysia also partnered with the Lexis Hotel Group to offer free stays at their resorts!
Realme Facebook Contest
If you purchase any Realme 2 Pro, Realme 2 or Realme C1 smartphone, you will be eligible to win a 2D1N stay with breakfast for 2 pax at the Sky Pool Villa at the Grand Lexis Port Dickson, worth RM 2,332!
Step 1: Share a picture of your proof of purchase of your Realme phone on your Facebook profile page (Make sure to set your profile as public)
Step 2: Use the hashtag #RealmeFansFes
Step 3: Wait for the winner announcement and enjoy your vacation
At the end of the contest, Realme Malaysia will randomly select 8 lucky winners!
Realme Shopee Contest
TWO (2) top spenders in the Realme Fans Festival will stand a chance to win a 2D1N stay with breakfast for 2 pax at the Premium Tower Seaview at the Grand Lexis Port Dickson, worth RM 816.20!
Shopee Facebook Contest
Shopee will select four winners randomly from those who have completed these steps :
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
The new Samsung Galaxy S10 deals are some of the best we have seen in recent years, but they vary from country to country.
Let’s take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S10 deals they are offering worldwide, and see which country has the best Galaxy S10 deals!
Samsung Galaxy S10 Deals Worldwide Compared!
Samsung has always supported the launch of their flagship devices with exciting pre-order deals. The Samsung Galaxy S10 is no different, with a plethora of early bird deals all over the world.
Comparison Of Galaxy S10 Deals
This table compares the various Galaxy S10 deals that are currently on offer for the three Galaxy S10 models.
Generally, Asian countries have the best Samsung Galaxy S10 deals. Here are some notable deals :
Malaysia : Buying the Galaxy S10+ or S10 will get you either a Galaxy Watch, or a 7-inch Galaxy Tab A tablet + a pair of Galaxy Buds wireless earphones!
Singapore : Buying the Galaxy S10+ or S10 will get you a Wireless Charger Duo Paid + a pair of Galaxy Buds!
Indonesia : You’ll get a free 32-inch Samsung Smart TV with a Samsung Galaxy S10 purchase!
The Philippines : Buying a Samsung Galaxy S10+ will get you either a 42-inch Smart TV or a 32-inch HD TV!
In the US, UK, Europe and Australia, the Samsung Galaxy S10 deals entered around a free pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds wireless earphones.
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!
