HONOR just launched the HONOR 8C – the entry-level companion to their HONOR 8X smartphone. Here are the official HONOR 8C tech briefing, price and deals!
The HONOR 8C Tech Briefing
Zhao Zhiwei, Head of HONOR Malaysia, shared the HONOR 8C’s key features in this video!
Display
The HONOR 8C comes with a 6.26-inch IPS display with a HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. It is a FullView display that offers a 86.6% screen-to-body ratio.
Performance
It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 mobile SoC, which has eight Kryo 250 cores running at 1.8 Ghz, and an Adreno 506 GPU.
RAM + Storage
The HONOR 8C comes with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal flash storage. It has a microSD card slot that supports up to 256 GB of additional storage.
Cameras
In the front, it has an 8 MP camera with a soft light flash. In the back, its 13 MP PDAF camera has a large f/1.8 aperture, and is paired with a 2 MP depth sensor.
Battery
Powering everything is a large 4,000 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery. HONOR says that it will last up to 2 days.
HONOR 8C Spécifications
Specifications
HONOR 8C
Display
6.26-inch IPS display
-720 x 1520 pixels (269 ppi)
Operating System
Android 8.1 Oreo with EMUI 8.2
System Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 632
Processor
8 x Qualcomm Kryo 250 (1.8 GHz)
Graphics Processor
Qualcomm Adreno 506
Memory
3 GB
Storage
32 GB
microSD card (up to 256 GB)
Front Camera
8 MP sensor with soft light flash (3 levels)
Rear Camera
Dual Lens Camera
- 13 MP PDAF camera with f/1.8 aperture
- 2 MP depth sensor
Connectivity
WiFi : 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz only)
Bluetooth : BT 4.2
USB : micro USB 2.0
Battery
4,000 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery (non-removable)
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, Rear-mounted
Other Sensors
Gravity Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Digital Compass
NFC
No
Dimensions
75.94 mm wide
158.72 mm tall
7.98 mm thick
Weight
167.2 grams
Colour Options
Blue / Gold / Black
HONOR 8C Price + Availability
The HONOR 8C is officially priced at RM 599 / ~US$ 147 / ~£111. It will be available for retail sale from 5 April 2019 onwards in three colour options – Blue, Gold and Black.
Lazada Exclusive First Sales
HONOR partnered up with Lazada to offer the Blue and Black models starting 27 March 2019 onwards. In addition, the first 1,000 buyers will receive an exclusive tote bag featuring their catbassador of the British short-hair persuasion!
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OPPO launches are more like concerts than actual tech launches. With the OPPO F11 Pro, they brought in Eric Chou and Fattah Amin for a mini-concert!
Check out the complete OPPO F11 Pro launch, as well as the mini-concert by Eric Chou and Fattah Amin!
The OPPO F11 Pro Smartphone
The OPPO F11 Pro (Price Check) shifts the emphasis from selfie photography to portrait photography. It boasts a 48 MP rear camera with a bright f/1.79 aperture that should work great in low-light conditions.
It even supports the Tetracell technology, which basically combines four pixels for greater light sensitivity in very low-light conditions. The resulting picture will have a lower 12 MP resolution but it will capture 4X more light!
The OPPO F11 Pro (Price Check) also boasts other photography technologies like Ultra Night Mode and Dazzle Colour Mode. They leverage AI and multi-frame noise reduction technologies to reduce noise, stabilise handheld movements, suppress highlights and enhance dynamic range.
The OPPO F11 Pro (Price Check) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70 mobile SoC, and is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. It supports the VOOC 3.0 flash charging technology that shortens charging time by a further 20 minutes.
OPPO also introduced Hyper Boost, their version of HUAWEI’s GPU Turbo. It basically optimises system resources for a faster game response with no disconnections or dropped frames… for about 11 mobile games.
OPPO F11 Pro Price + Availability
The OPPO F11 Pro (Price Check) comes in two colour options – Thunder Black with three colour gradients, and Aurora Green with two colour gradients.
It is available for pre-order from now until 29 March, 2019. Retail and online sales kick off on 30 March 2019, at a launch price of RM 1,399 / ~US$ 344 / £261. Here are some direct links :
OPPO launches are often designed to dazzle attendees with so much star power, you may even forget what product was being launched! But hey – we all love a good time, and OPPO loves to throw a party!
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Xiaomi just unveiled the Redmi Note 7, which continues the Redmi tradition of offering a large display with excellent battery life! Here are the full details!
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Revealed!
Unveiling the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 smartphone’s key features was the affable Allen An, Country Manager of Xiaomi Malaysia and Singapore!
All-New Design!
The new Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 has a large 6.3-inch Dot Drop display that supports 84% NTSC colour gamut! It has a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2380 pixels with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio.
The Note 7 will come in three beautiful colours – Space Black, Neptune Blue and Nebula Red. And yes, it retains the 3.5 mm audio port, as well as the IR emitter so you can use it as a remote control!
New 48 MP Camera
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 boasts a new 48 MP camera built around the Samsung ISOCELL Bright GM1 BSI (backside illuminated) CMOS sensor.
The ISOCELL GM1 sensor supports the Samsung Tetracell technology, allowing it to merge four pixels into one large 1.6 μm pixel. This allows it to greatly increase light sensitivity in low-light conditions, delivering 12 MP pictures that are much brighter and clearer.
Reliable Performance
The Redmi Note 7 runs on the old but dependable Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 AIE mobile SoC, and is powered by a large 4,000 mAh battery.
It supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 4 through its USB Type C port, allowing for much faster battery recharging speeds.
Protection
The Note 7 is protected in the front and back by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It is not water-resistant, but has watertight seals for its buttons and ports to reduce the impact of accidental water splashes.
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Proton just unveiled the 2019 Persona family sedan, with an astounding 303 improvements!
Get the full design and engineering briefing as well as the Q&A session, and our first look of the brand new 2019 Persona!
What’s New In The 2019 Persona
The 2019 Persona is the first B-segment family sedan to be created by Proton in collaboration with Geely. Even though it is officially a face-lifted model, it boasts a total of 303 improvements, both internally as well as externally.
The 2019 Persona’s Redesigned Exterior
The new 2019 Persona features new design elements that will visually link it with other members of the Proton family.
In the front, it sports a new outer grille, inspired by the Proton X170’s Ethereal Bow. The radiator grille, on the other hand, incorporates a stronger Infinite Weave pattern. It also boasts new LED daytime running lights (DRLs) backed by a honeycomb mesh.
At the back, it sports a new lower garnish for the bumper, with a slimmer spoiler. The Proton name is now prominently placed on the trunk lid garnish, with a new bolder Persona name badge.
Completing the new sportier exterior design is a new set of 15-inch aluminium wheels, and a shark fin antenna.
The 2019 Persona Has A Darker Interior
Proton is introducing a more sporting, dark ambience in the 2019 Persona, with a two-tone colour split. In addition to fabric, Proton will offer semi-leather seats in the Executive and Premium variants.
It will also come with four big improvements – a large, frameless rear-view mirror, a TFT Multi-Info Display, a new Gear Knob design, and the famous “Hello Proton” intelligent infotainment system.
The 2019 Persona Is More Intelligent
Touted as the “intelligent family car“, the 2019 Persona has an intelligent infotainment system with a large 7-inch touch screen, and 4G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. It also doubles as a navigational system as well as a reverse parking monitor.
This intelligent infotainment unit is also voice-activated, giving you control of the infotainment and navigation system without lifting your hands off the wheel. If you prefer, you can also connect your smartphone to it, giving you access to content and apps from your device!
The 2019 Persona Is More Practical
To cater to the practical sensibilities of the Malaysian family, the 2019 Person will come with 7 cup holders, a decent 510 litre boot space with 60:40 rear seat folding capability… and three USB ports!
It will also come with Auto-Folding Side Mirrors, Intelligent Entry with a Push Start button, and automatic headlamps. Proton also reports that the 2019 Persona will offer slightly better (3.5% to 4%) fuel consumption.
The 2019 Persona Is Safer
The 2019 Persona comes with a 5-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating, with 6 active safety features and 6 passive safety features :
Active : Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, and Brake Override System
Passive : Up to 6 SRS airbags, dual pre-tensioner seatbelts, Hot Press Forming body structure, Fuel Cut-Off Control System, Impact-sensing Door Unlock, ISOFIX and top tether anchorage points
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The 2019 Persona Price + Availability
The 2019 Persona will be available in four variants :
Standard 1.6L MT
Standard 1.6L CVT – replaces the manual transmission with a CVT gearbox
Executive 1.6L CVT – adds the 7-inch infotainment system, semi-leather seats, 4 speakers, push start button with intelligent entry, steering switches, TFT multi-info display, LED DRLs, remote trunk release, reverse camera and smartphone connectivity
Premium 1.6L CVT – adds 4G + WiFi, voice commands, online nivation and music streaming to the infotainment system, 6 airbags, auto headlamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel, borderless rear view mirror, and a CVT gear knob.
Proton declined to reveal the prices of the 2019 Persona models. But from what we understand, prices will start from RM 44,831 for the Standard 1.6L MT (Manual Transmission) base model, and top out at RM 57,473 for the Premium 1.6L CVT model.
From 12 March until 22 March 2019, Proton will let you book a 2019 Persona for just RM 9.99!
The 2019 Persona will be covered by a 5-year or 150,000 km mileage warranty, whichever comes first.
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HUAWEI first revealed the nova 4 in December 2018, but now it’s finally coming for real. Here is everything you need to know about the HUAWEI nova 4 with the world’s first Punch FullView Display!
Updated @ 2019-02-03 :Added the pre-order links, and additional details.
Originally posted @ 2019-01-17
HUAWEI nova 4
The HUAWEI nova 4 boasts the world’s first Punch FullView Display. It is also their first mid-range nova smartphone to feature triple cameras in the back.
The nova 4 is powered by the Hisilicon Kirin 970 flagship mobile SoC, and runs on EMUI 9.0. It comes with 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB of internal flash storage, and a 3,750 mAh battery.
Punch FullView Display
The HUAWEI nova 4 sports a 6.4-inch Punch FullView display. It takes bezel-less displays to new heights with a minimalist blind hole opening for the 25 MP front camera.
This design allows HUAWEI to eliminate the notch and achieve a screen-to-TP ratio of 91.8%.
The 25 MP front camera under the Punch FullView display is the industry’s smallest camera, measuring at only 3.05 mm – 20 percent smaller than the current industry standard.
The opening on the display is a blind hole, meaning the screen is not completely punched through. From assembly (sub-0.1mm margin of error) to adhesive application, the precise manufacturing processes minimise the light leakage from the edges of the blind hole.
Additionally, HUAWEI optimised the light transmittance performance of the blind hole so it is on par to a through hole.
Triple AI Cameras
In the rear, the HUAWEI nova 4 boasts Triple AI Cameras – a high-resolution 20 MP primary camera, a 16 MP ultra wide-angle camera and a 2 MP depth sensor, which HUAWEI calls a “bokeh lens”.
The main camera has a 20 MP sensor with 1.0 µm pixels, and is able to apply software bokeh effects to the background of its pictures with help from the 2 MP depth sensor.
The other camera pairs a 16 MP sensor with a 117-degree field of view. After adjusting for distortion, its performance is equivalent to a 103-degree 17 mm wide angle lens, capturing 2.4 times more information compared to 78-degree wide angle lens.
HUAWEI nova 4 Price + Availability
The HUAWEI nova 4 will be available for purchase from 14 February 2019 onwards, with two colour options – Black and Crush Blue. It has a launch price of RM 1,899 / ~US$ 462 / ~£360.
Here are some pre-order / purchase links for your convenience :
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Today, HONOR officially revealed the HONOR 10 Lite smartphone at a very attractive price point. We will have a review of it shortly, but in the meantime, here are the official HONOR 10 Lite tech briefing, price and offer!
The HONOR 10 Lite Tech Briefing
Zhao Zhiwei, Head of HONOR Malaysia, shares the HONOR 10 Lite’s key features in this video!
HONOR 10 Lite Specification Comparison
Here is a specification comparison of the new HONOR 10 Lite, and its big brother, the HONOR 10.
Specifications
HONOR 10
HONOR 10 Lite
Display
5.84-inch AMOLED display
- 1080 x 2280 pixels (432 ppi)
6.21-inch AMOLED display
- 1080 x 2340 pixels (415 ppi)
- 90+% display-to-body ratio
Operating System
Android 8.1 Oreo with EMUI 8.1
Android 9.0 with EMUI 9.0.1
Platform
Hisilicon Kirin 970
Hisilicon Kirin 710
Processor
4 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores (2.4 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.8 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores (2.2 GHz)
4 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.7 GHz)
Graphics Processor
ARM Mali-G72 MP12
ARM Mali-G51
Memory
4 GB LPDDR4x memory
3 GB LPDDR4x memory
Storage
128 GB
No microSD card slot
32 GB internal flash storage
microSD card slot
Front Camera
24 MP sensor with f/2.0 lens
24 MP sensor with f/2.0 lens
Rear Cameras
Dual Camera System
- 16 MP RGB sensor with f/1.8 lens
- 24 MP monochrome sensor
- single LED flash
Dual Lens Camera
13 MP sensor with f/1.8 lens and single LED flash
- With 2 MP depth sensor
Connectivity
4G : LTE
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (dual band)
Bluetooth 4.2
USB : USB 2.0 Type C
4G : LTE
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (dual band)
Bluetooth 5.0
USB : micro USB 2.0
SIM Support
2 x nano SIM cards
Dual SIM, Dual Standby capable
2 x nano SIM cards
Dual SIM, Dual Standby capable
NFC Capability
Yes
No
OTG Capability
Yes
Yes
Fingerprint Sensor
Integrated Into Home Button
Yes, Rear Mounted
Other Sensors
E-Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, G Sensor
E-Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, G Sensor
Battery
3,400 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery
- supports 22.5 W SuperCharge fast charging
3,400 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery
- supports 10 W fast charging
Dimensions
71.2 mm wide
149.6 mm tall
7.7 mm thick
73.6 mm wide
154.8 mm tall
8.0 mm thick
Weight
155 grams
162 grams
Colour Options
Phantom Blue / Phantom Green / Midnight Black / Glacier Grey
Sky Blue / Blue / Red
HONOR 10 Lite Price + Availability
The HONOR 10 Lite will come in two variants, at the following price points :
The 32 GB model will be available for sale starting 9 January 2019 in two colours – Midnight Black, and Sky Blue.
The 64 GB model, on the other hand, will be available for sale at a later date, in Sapphire Blue and Shiny Red colour options.
One Day HONOR 10 Lite Offer!
On 9 January 2019, Honor Malaysia will offer the 32 GB HONOR 10 Lite at a special price of RM 699 / ~US$ 170 / ~£133.
In addition, if you purchase before 1 PM on 9 January 2019, you will receive the HONOR 10 Lite on the same day! This express delivery offer is limited to the first 500 deliveries in the Klang Valley.
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With a little help from Malaysian singer and actress Min Chen, OPPO launched and showcased their latest smartphone – the OPPO R17 Pro, which features a dual-aperture camera!
Check out the full OPPO R17 Pro launch event, including a live performance and an interview with Min Chen herself!
Updated @ 2018-11-28 :Added details about the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710.
Originally posted @ 2018-11-23
The Official OPPO R17 Pro Launch
The OPPO R17 Pro launch event had the tagline “Seize The Night” because its new dual-aperture camera includes a very wide f/1.5 aperture which is great for low-light photography. Check out the official tech briefing by OPPO Product Manager, Ken Ng, at the R17 Pro launch event.
And here is a summary of the OPPO R17 Pro’s key features :
Gradient Colours
The OPPO R17 Pro (MY | US) introduces a new “three colour and bi / quad-direction” gradient design. They added a light-condensing layer to allow light to flow on the surface of the body.
Large Display
The OPPO R17 Pro (MY | US) has a large 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection. Thanks to its raindrop notch, it offers a 91.5% screen-to-body ratio.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
The OPPO R17 Pro (MY | US) boasts the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, which is a 10 nm mobile SoC. it has eight Kryo 360 cores with an Adreno 616 GPU, a Spectra 250 ISP, a Hexagon 685 DSP and the X16 LTE modem.
The Snapdragon 710 offers 20% better CPU performance and 35% better GPU performance than the Snapdragon 660, with 30% lower power consumption. It also has twice the AI performance!
Low-Light Photography
The OPPO R17 Pro (MY | US) has a 25 MP front camera with a Sony IMX576 sensor and f/2.0 aperture. In the back, it boasts a new dual camera setup, that is similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy Note9 and Galaxy S9+.
The main rear camera is a 12 MP Sony IMX362 shooter with dual-aperture – f/1.5 and f/2.4 – exactly like the dual-aperture camera of the Samsung Galaxy Note9 and Galaxy S9+ smartphones. Its secondary rear camera though is a higher resolution 20 MP telephoto camera with f/2.6 aperture.
50 Watt SuperVOOC Technology
The OPPO R17 Pro (MY | US) also boasts OPPO’s SuperVOOC technology which allows for fast charging at up to 50 watts using a bi-cell battery design. That allows you to recharge the R17 Pro from 1% to 40% in just 10 minutes!
OPPO R17 Pro Price + Availability
The OPPO R17 Pro (MY | US) has a recommended retail price of RM 2,699 / ~US$ 643 / ~£499.
It will be available for pre-order starting 23 November 2018, with a free Neo Smartband worth RM 389 / ~US$ 93 / ~£72. Delivery and retail sale will take place from 1 December 2018 onwards.
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The Realme 2 smartphone has now been unveiled in Jakarta and Malaysia to thunderous applause. Here are the Realme 2 price and offers, as well as its official tech briefing and full specifications!
Who Is Realme?
Created by OPPO as a sub-brand, Realme recently became an independent brand. Realme Southeast Asia Marketing Director, Josef Wang, gave a quick overview of Realme as a new smartphone brand, and how well they did in their first market – India.
Realme Interview Session
We also had the opportunity to grill Realme’s Josef Wang and Felix Christian about their ties with OPPO and the three new Realme smartphones that they just revealed!
The Official Realme 2 Tech Briefing
The Realme 2 smartphone is a more premium version of the Realme C1 smartphone. Designed with the tagline “Power Meets Style” in mind, the Realme 2 boasts more elaborate craftsmanship than is usually seen in its market segment.
It is currently in its original Indonesian, but we are in the process of dubbing it in English, so check back later for the English translation!
Realme 2 Specifications
Specifications
Realme 2
Display
6.2-inch display
- 720 x 1520 pixels
- 19:9 aspect ratio, 271 ppi
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Realme 2 Key Features
Here is a summary of its key features :
2.5D Composite Multi-Laminate Back Panel
The Realme 2 features a diamond-inspired back cover made from a composite material with multiple glass-like layers that are scratch- and wear-resistant. It is also optically-coated to deliver a refractive lustre.
Notch Full Screen
The Realme 2 has a 6.2-inch Notch Full Screen, with 88.8% screen-to-body ratio. Thanks to its bezel-less design, it offers a 17% larger view for gaming and multitasking.
Long-lasting 4,230mAh Battery
The Realme 2 has a large 4,230 mAh battery that is managed by their AI Power Master software to provide all-day endurance, by intelligently suspending inactive apps and processes to minimise power consumption. Here are the results of Realme’s lab tests :
Normal Network Calls
44 hours
Music Playing (WiFi)
18 hours
Video Playback (WiFi)
15 hours
Gaming (WiFi)
10 hours
Surfing the Internet (WiFi)
18 hours
AI Power Manager
Without affecting smooth working of apps, AI Power Manager automatically optimises the power consumption of apps and controls the number of active processor cores.
App-Freezing Power Saver: Smartly restricts apps running in background to reduce overall power consumption and extend battery life. On average this feature allows the applications to save power by 5%-11%, and it can also be manually adjusted.
Quick App Freezing: AI Power Manager can put the background apps in the quick-freezing folder to effectively cut off the frequent and meaningless mutual wake-up between apps to save power. Laboratory data: About 5% energy saved per 24 hours compared to mobile phones without turning on app-freezing.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 is an octa-core processor built on the 14 nm process technology, and runs at 1.8 GHz.
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Efficient, low power consumption with the ARM Cortex-A53 processor cores that consumes less power, and employs an efficient performance boosting feature;
Its GPU is 25% faster in image rendering, with 30% lower power consumption than the Snapdragon 435.
Memory + Storage
The Realme 2 in two variants – 3 GB of RAM with 32 GB of storage, or 4 GB of RAM with 64 GB of storage. It can be upgraded with a microSD card of up to 256 GB in capacity.
AI Photography
The Realme 2 has an AI-powered dual camera in the rear. It consists of a 13 MP camera paired with a 2 MP depth sensor, that is capable of recording 1080p videos. In the front, it has an 8 MP selfie camera that supports Portrait Mode, and AI Beauty Selfies.
The Complete Realme Jakarta Presentation
Here is the complete Realme Jakarta presentation for the Realme 2 Pro, Realme 2 and Realme C1 smartphones :
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The Realme C1 smartphone has now been unveiled in Jakarta and Malaysia to thunderous applause. Here are the Realme C1 price and offers, as well as its official tech briefing and full specifications!
Who Is Realme?
Created by OPPO as a sub-brand, Realme recently became an independent brand. Realme Southeast Asia Marketing Director, Josef Wang, gave a quick overview of Realme as a new smartphone brand, and how well they did in their first market – India.
Realme Interview Session
We also had the opportunity to grill Realme’s Josef Wang and Felix Christian about their ties with OPPO and the three new Realme smartphones that they just revealed!
The Official Realme C1 Tech Briefing
The Realme C1 smartphone is really a cut-down version of the Realme 2 smartphone. Offered at an incredibly low price, it’s designed to be the “New King of Entry Level” smartphones, in Realme’s own words.
It is currently in its original Indonesian, but we are in the process of dubbing it in English, so check back later for the English translation!
Realme C1 Specifications
Specifications
Realme C1
Display
6.2-inch display
- 720 x 1520 pixels
- 19:9 aspect ratio, 271 ppi
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Realme C1 Key Features
Here is a summary of its key features :
Notch Full Screen
The Realme C1 has a 6.2-inch Notch Full Screen, with 88.8% screen-to-body ratio. Thanks to its bezel-less design, it offers a 17% larger view for gaming and multitasking.
Nature-Inspired Design
Mimicking the natural reflection of a water surface, the rear panel is made of 12 layers of nanoscale composite material. The result is a mirrored design that reflects light with every movement you make.
Long-lasting 4230mAh Battery
The Realme C1 has a large 4,230 mAh battery that is managed by their AI Power Master software to provide all-day endurance, by intelligently suspending inactive apps and processes to minimise power consumption. Here are the results of Realme’s lab tests :
Music Playing (WiFi)
18 hours
Video Playback (WiFi)
15 hours
Gaming (WiFi)
10 hours
Surfing the Internet (WiFi)
18 hours
AI Power Manager
Without affecting smooth working of apps, AI Power Manager automatically optimises the power consumption of apps and controls the number of active processor cores.
App-Freezing Power Saver: Smartly restricts apps running in background to reduce overall power consumption and extend battery life. On average this feature allows the applications to save power by 5%-11%, and it can also be manually adjusted.
Quick App Freezing: AI Power Manager can put the background apps in the quick-freezing folder to effectively cut off the frequent and meaningless mutual wake-up between apps to save power. Laboratory data: About 5% energy saved per 24 hours compared to mobile phones without turning on app-freezing.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 is an octa-core processor built on the 14 nm process technology, and runs at 1.8 GHz.
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Efficient, low power consumption with the ARM Cortex-A53 processor cores that consumes less power, and employs an efficient performance boosting feature;
Its GPU is 25% faster in image rendering, with 30% lower power consumption than the Snapdragon 435.
Memory + Storage
The Realme C1 comes with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB of internal flash storage. It can be upgraded with a microSD card of up to 256 GB in capacity.
AI Photography
The Realme C1 has an AI-powered dual camera in the rear. It consists of a 13 MP camera paired with a 2 MP depth sensor, that is capable of recording 1080p videos. In the front, it has a 5 MP selfie camera that supports Portrait Mode, and AI Beauty Selfies.
The Complete Realme Jakarta Presentation
Here is the complete Realme Jakarta presentation for the Realme 2 Pro, Realme 2 and Realme C1 smartphones :
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Excited about the HUAWEI Mate20 series of smartphones? HUAWEI just kicked off the Mate20 sales launch and roadshows! Look at how amazing it was!
The HUAWEI Mate20 Sales Launch + Roadshow!
HUAWEI Malaysia kicked off, not one, not two, but THREE official sales launch roadshows on the 27th and 28th of October 2018 at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Queensbay Mall in Penang and AEON Bandar Dato Onn, Johor Bahru.
For those who don’t know yet, the HUAWEI Mate20 Pro is selling for RM 3,599 / ~US$ 900. It runs on the HUAWEI Kirin 980, and comes with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal flash storage. The Mate20 Pro features three rear cameras (40 MP + 20 MP + 8 MP), a 24 MP selfie camera, and is powered by a 4,200 mAh battery.
The HUAWEI Mate20, on the other hand, is selling for RM 2,799 / ~US$ 700. It runs on the HUAWEI Kirin 980, and comes with 4 GB or 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal flash storage. The Mate20 features three rear cameras (16 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP), a 24 MP selfie camera, and is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery.
The HUAWEI Mate20 Sales Launch Offer
HUAWEI had a special Mate20 sales launch offer for the first 1,600 customers.
The first 1,000 customers at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, the first 300 customers at Queensbay Mall and the first 300 customers at AEON Bandar Dato Onn will each receive a FREE DJI Tello worth RM 469, with every purchase of a HUAWEI Mate 20 Series smartphone!
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Vivo today officially unveiled the limited-edition Fairy Pink Vivo V11i smartphone. It is part of their effort to support breast cancer awareness in October. Here are the full details!
Only 6,000 Fairy Pink Vivo V11i Available For Sale!
The Vivo V11i is the latest Vivo smartphone that features an AI camera that helps the user take the best pictures possible in any scenario. They are now making 6,000 units of the limited-edition Fairy Pink Vivo V11i smartphones to show support for breast cancer awareness.
“The Fairy Pink is not an ordinary colour variant of the V11i. We are revealing this new colour in line with Pink October as a way of showing support to the cause of breast cancer awareness,” said Mike Xu, Chief Executive Officer of Vivo Malaysia. “Malaysia has always been a key market for Vivo in the Southeast Asia region, and to bring in the Fairy Pink V11i is a way of showing our commitment to this market. The Fairy Pink serves as a beautiful addition to the Starry Night and Nebula colour line-up for the V11i, and we believe this will help us further strengthen our position here in Malaysia.”
Fairy Pink Vivo V11i Price + Availability
Vivo Malaysia will make just 6,000 units of the Fairy Pink V11i for sale at RM 1,299 / ~US$ 325.
They will go on sale nationwide on 1 November 2018 at all Vivo concept stores, the official Vivo eStore, and eCommerce platforms like Lazada, Shopee and 11street.
It will also be available at authorised resellers starting 3 November 2018.
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ASUS just revealed the long-awaited ROG Phone – arguably the world’s first smartphone designed specifically for mobile gaming.
Here is everything you need to know about the ROG Phone – the official tech briefing, its key features and specifications… and its price list and pre-order deals!
The ASUS ROG Phone Revealed!
Powered by specially speed-binned 2.96 GHz QualcommSnapdragon845 SoCs, the new ROG Phone boasts a unique GameCool vapor-chamber cooling system, with a detachable AeroActive Cooler for an extra cooling boost. This ensures that the ROG Phone can sustain hours of non-stop mobile gaming without burning your fingers!
It also boasts a top-of-the-line AMOLED display with a blazing 90 Hz refresh rate and a 1 ms response time to ensure a blur-free gaming experience. On top of that, it is capable of delivering HDR visuals with a very wide colour gamut which is in excess of DCI-P3!
The ROG Phone includes gaming-centric features like unique side-mounted ports, and the enhanced, ultra-responsive game controls — including two programmable ultrasonic AirTriggers and advanced force-feedback haptics.
For greater gaming enjoyment, ASUS also create a range of expansion accessories :
the TwinView Dock for dual-screen handheld mode;
the Mobile Desktop Dock for desktop-style gaming; and
the Gamevice controller with WiGig Dock using 60 GHz Wi-Fi for big-screen gaming.
ASUS ROG Phone Specifications
Specifications
ASUS ROG Phone
Display
6.0-inch AMOLED display
- 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 aspect ratio
- 550 nits brightness, 108.6% DCI-P2 colour gamut
- 90 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 6
Operating System
Android Oreo 8.1
Platform
Specially-binned Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
Processor
8 x Qualcomm Kyro 385 cores (2.96 GHz)
Graphics Processor
Qualcomm Adreno 630
Memory
8 GB LPDDR4X memory
Storage
128 GB or 512 GB internal flash storage (UFS 2.1)
NO microSD card slot
Front Camera
8 MP sensor with f/2.0 lens
Main Rear Camera
12 MP Sony IMX363 sensor with f/1.7 lens
- 4-axis, 4-stops optical image stabilisation (OIS)
- Dual Pixel with PDAF capability
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ASUS ROG Phone Key Features
Here is a summary of the ROG Phone’s key features, as explained by ASUS (with most of the marketing hyperbole edited out) :
Gaming Performance
ROG Phone runs on a specially-selected octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chip that is speed-binned for maximum performance — delivering sustained clock speeds of up to 2.96 GHz. It is paired with 8 GB of RAM and either 128 GB or 512 GB of fast UFS 2.1 flash storage.
To prevent thermal throttling, the ROG Phone features an exclusive GameCool cooling system that uses a highly-efficient 3D vapor-chamber with a 16X-larger surface area for heat dissipation. It is paired with a copper heat spreader and carbon cooling pads on the circuit board for maximum cooling performance.
It also comes with a detachable external AeroActive Cooler for an extra cooling boost when the going gets really tough.
The ROG Phone also comes with a special X Mode. A single tap frees up all background RAM and dedicates it to your game, optimizes game-data processing performance, and maximizes the efficiency of the AeroActive Cooler. X Mode also prevents RAM-eating and battery-sapping app activity, based on a customizable list of apps.
90 Hz AMOLED Display
The ROG Phone features a large 6-inch AMOLED display with a 90 Hz refresh rate and a 1 ms pixel response time for blur-free gaming. It also boasts a wide 108.6% DCI-P3 color gamut, with high-dynamic-range (HDR) capability and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. To protect your investment, this AMOLED display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6.
Gaming Controls
The ROG Phone is designed to give gamers total control and a more console-like experience, with three unique ultrasonic AirTrigger touch sensors.
Two of these AirTrigger sensors are optimized as left / right triggers at the top of the display for landscape-mode gaming (the third is designed for use in portrait mode), and they’re fully programmable to activate any available on-screen action: aiming, firing, inventory selection.
Gamers can now free up two extra fingers to control gameplay, giving them the edge over their thumb-bound rivals. AirTriggers use ultrasonic technology, so they only need a feather-light touch — just 20 grams compared to rival touch-sensitive controls that need up to 4X the force. An advanced haptic actuator provides a powerful force-feedback system for a more immersive gameplay.
Charging Convenience
Charging a smartphone while playing can make gaming impossibly awkward. It has an optimised layout for landscape-mode gaming. There’s an additional side-mounted custom USB-C connector that supports direct charging, HDMI output, gigabit LAN and headphones.
And when the AeroActive Cooler is deployed, it provides a side-mounted USB-C port and 3.5mm headphone jack for unhindered gameplay. The side connector’s also used for the exclusive expansion modules, including the Mobile Desktop Dock and TwinView Dock.
ASUS Aura RGB Lighting
This is ASUS’ first smartphone to feature their proprietary ASUS Aura RGB lighting. Its illuminated rear ROG logo can display a whole rainbow of lighting schemes: static, breathing, strobing or color cycling. Lighting effects can be triggered with phone events such as incoming calls, notifications and more.
Gaming Audio
It has two front-facing speakers that are driven by individual smart amplifiers to maximize volume and minimize distortion. It is powered by an audio engine that supports 24-bit/192Khz Hi-Res Audio playback. DTS Headphone:Xprovides theater-quality virtual surround-sound over headphones, and there’s support for high-definition audio via Bluetooth.
Long-Lasting Battery
Powering all that is a high-capacity 4,000 mAh battery. The bundled power adapter supports ASUS HyperCharge, a direct-charge technology that delivers more power (up to 20 W) for shorter, safer charge times. It also lets the ROG Phone stay cooler when it’s charging.
ASUS ROG Phone Accessories
TwinView Dock
The TwinView Dock turns it into a dual-screen console for the ultimate gaming and live-streaming experience. It has a 6-inch AMOLED (2160 x 1080) auxiliary screen that’s great for split-screen live-streaming, extended game display or group communication.
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It also packs a front-facing quad-speaker system, two extra physical trigger buttons, dual-haptic force-feedback engine, an enhanced cooling system and a high-capacity 6000 mAh extended battery pack.
Mobile Desktop Dock
The Mobile Desktop Dock allows gamers to connect ROG Phone to an external 4K UHD monitor, mouse and keyboard. ROG Phone can be used as an auxiliary display, hooked up to a wired gigabit LAN and drive a 5.1-channel surround-sound system via the SP/DIF output.
Gamevice + WiGig Dock
With the Gamevice controller and the WiGig Dock — using 60GHz 802.11ad Wi-Fi — it morphs into a portable console with a full inventory of physical gaming controls and ultra-low-latency wireless display connectivity.
It packs dual analog joysticks, left and right fire triggers and bumpers, a D-pad, along with A,B,X,Y and L3, R3 buttons.
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Yesterday, Samsung held their first GLOBAL Samsung Galaxy UNPACKED event in Malaysia, unveiling the new Galaxy A 2018 series. It featured the recently-announced Samsung Galaxy A7 2018, and the world’s first smartphone with a quad lens camera – the Galaxy A9 2018!
As usual, Samsung brought in a slew of Korean celebrities for the party. Check out the whole event!
At 5 PM on 11 October 2018, Samsung President and CEO DJ Koh stepped up and unveiled the Galaxy A9 2018 to the world. And we were there in the front row!
Although we earlier thought that DJ Koh would reveal the Samsung foldable smartphone – the Galaxy X / F / XF, Samsung only launched the Galaxy A9 2018, which features 4 cameras. It fits perfectly with their tagline – Four X Fun or 4x Fun.
As we had also earlier revealed, the recently-announced Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) made an appearance in the launch. It may not have four rear cameras, but it has THREE rear cameras and if you add the single front camera, it has FOUR cameras in total… so heck, 4x Fun too1 🙂
In addition to members of the media from all over the world, Samsung has invited 200 lucky Samsung fans to witness the first Galaxy UNPACKED event in Malaysia. They were selected after sharing photos taken with their Samsung Galaxy devices.
This emphasis on photography ties in with the Samsung Galaxy A9 2018’s key selling point of mobile photography using its four cameras.
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This year, Samsung will reveal the world’s first FOLDABLE smartphone – the Samsung Galaxy X, also known as the Galaxy F in some rumours.
In this article, we will share everything we know so far about the Samsung Galaxy X / Galaxy F / Galaxy FX. Check back for more updates when we get them!
2018-10-09 :Added more details about the Samsung Galaxy X, and the three other Galaxy X devices.
2018-10-05 :Originally posted as Foldable Samsung Galaxy F / X Launch Details CONFIRMED!
The Samsung Galaxy X Launch Details
We had earlier speculated that Samsung will be launching the Samsung Galaxy X at the Galaxy UNPACKED KL 2018 event. Sadly, while we were expecting DJ Koh (who’s coming all the way to Malaysia for the UNPACKED KL 2018 event), to reveal the Galaxy X, it looks like it will NOT be unveiled at this event.
The Galaxy UNPACKED KL 2018 event event will, instead, be all about the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2018), although we are still hoping that they will reveal something about the Galaxy X / F / FX. Our source did mention “devices”, not just a single “device”…
It looks like Samsung will most likely reveal the Galaxy X / Galaxy F / Galaxy FX at the Samsung Developer Conference 2018 next month (7-8 November 2018).
In any case, we have already locked in our invitation, so watch out for our live coverage of the launch event. Heck, you may even see us on the livestream that will be show on www.samsung.com!
What’s It Really Called???
It is known by many names. Its original codename was said to be Project Valley. That was later renamed Project Winner. In fact, the Android 9.0 manifest has references to “winnerlte_us”
Codenames aside, it was originally branded as the Samsung Galaxy X, but more recent rumours have it renamed as Samsung Galaxy F – F for Foldable, F for First.
However, we think it could possibly be called Samsung Galaxy FX. Why?
Samsung Galaxy F was a premium device that was cancelled in 2014.
The letter F is associated with failure, and even used as a failing grade, in many countries.
The invitation included a teaser – “Get ready to witness Four X Fun with Samsung “A Galaxy Event” in Malaysia“.
Even the images in the original invitation and subsequent reminders kept emphasising 4x fun.
Samsung Galaxy FX has a nicer ring than just Samsung Galaxy F!
Of course, the smaller x could refer to a number in this new family, with futures model called Samsung Galaxy F2, Galaxy F3 and so on. After all, DJ Koh did indicate that this would not be a one-off design, but may continue as a new series.
But Wait… There Could Be FOUR Galaxy X Devices!
The Samsung Galaxy S10 could possibly be renamed as the Galaxy X. If the Galaxy S10 becomes the new Galaxy X, then the foldable smartphone will likely be called Galaxy FX.
If Samsung maintains the Galaxy S10 name, then we believe the foldable smartphone will be called Galaxy X. We still think Galaxy F is less likely than Galaxy X, no matter what the rumours say.
What Is Its Model Number?
We are very certain that its model number will be SM-G888. In fact, the support page for the South Korean model SM-G888N0 has already been created, although it’s currently empty.
It also ties in with very odd nicknames that have been floating around – Triple Eight or Treble Eight (bad spelling?).
The Samsung Galaxy X Specifications
Its specifications are, arguably, Samsung’s best-kept secret. Here is everything we know so far about the Samsung Galaxy X :
It will be marketed as an ultra-premium gaming smartphone.
It will feature a very large foldable OLED display – reputedly 7-inch to 7.3-inch in size.
The display will not have Gorilla Glass or any similar kinds of protective glass, because they are not flexible enough.
It will run on a Samsung Exynos SoC, even in the United States. Presumably the same Exynos 9810 powering the Samsung Galaxy Note9, although the newer Exynos 9820 is still a real possibility.
For an ultra-premium device targeted at gamers, we expect it to come with 8 GB of LPDDR4x memory, and 512 GB of internal storage.
It will run on Android Pie – its codename is referenced in the configuration files of a leaked build!
Samsung Galaxy X Price + Availability
Let us be frank – this is cutting-edge technology right there. Samsung has been developing foldable displays for many years now, and the world’s first foldable smartphone will NOT be cheap.
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According to Kim Jang-yeol of Golden Bridge Investment, the Samsung Galaxy X / F / FX could cost as much as two million won, or about US$1,750 / £1350 / RM 7,300.
This will very likely be an ultra-premium device manufactured in small numbers. This is not going to be a mass market premium smartphone like the Samsung Galaxy Note9.
And don’t expect it to be available quite so soon. While DJ Koh will reveal it on 11 October 2018, it will likely only be available for sale in early 2019… at least in most parts of the world.
There are reports that they may make it available in small markets (sounds like Malaysia will be amongst the first!), with a gradual rollout globally in the first half of 2019.
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Last night, OPPO launched the OPPO F9 Starry Purple smartphone in a star-studded affair with Taiwanese superstar Hebe Tien and Malaysian songbird Ayda Jebat. We have no less than eight videos from the event to share with you. Check them out!
OPPO F9 Starry Purple
The OPPO F9 Starry Purple is a new colour option for the F9 which launched in Sunrise Red and Twilight Blue colours. It is the first in the smartphone industry to combine both an optical coating and bead powder to achieve both a gradient colour coat with embedded beads that sparkle like stars in the night sky.
As usual, OPPO relied on celebrities to showcase the allure of the new F9 Starry Purple. This time, it is Taiwanese superstar Hebe Tien, and Malaysian songbird Ayda Jebat who kicked off the party with her own rendition of the David Guetta and Sia song – Titanium.
OPPO F9 Starry Purple Shiseido Limited Edition
Ayda Jebat then showed off her new OPPO F9 Starry Purple promotional video, before revealing the OPPO F9 Starry Purple Shiseido Limited Edition!
This is the official Ayda Jebat promotional video for the OPPO F9 Starry Purple smartphone.
And here is the official unboxing video for the OPPO F9 Starry Purple Shiseido Limited Edition smartphone.
Celebrity makeup artist, Japhet Bong, then showed Ayda Jebat how to make one of her fans glow with the new Shiseido makeup.
OPPO F9 Starry Purple with Hebe Tien
Taiwanese superstar Hebe Tien then came on stage to promote the OPPO F9 Starry Purple, and give some of her fans a chance to win some great prizes!
Later, we even had an interview session with Hebe Tien.
How Much Is The OPPO F9 Starry Purple?
OPPO Malaysia Branding Director, Nikki Chen, revealed that both the OPPO F9 Starry Purple and the OPPO F9 Starry Purple Shiseido Limited Edition will have a recommended retail price of RM 1,399 / ~US$ 349.
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VAIO is back! These iconic notebooks from the VAIO Corporation are now back, thanks to Nextsgo, with the launch of the VAIO S11 and VAIO S13 notebooks. Get the full details here!
The VAIO S11 and VAIO S13 Notebooks Revealed!
Carefully assembled in Azumino, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, the new VAIO S11 and S13 notebooks feature first-rate production quality, advanced electronics, and craftsmanship – a set of procedures called the “Azumino Finish”.
The VAIO S11 and S13 notebooks retain their iconic hexagonal design while staying slim and lightweight. They are also regularly subjected to stringent quality tests to ensure they are highly durable and reliable.
The new VAIO S11 and S13 notebooks are optimized with VAIO TruePerformance technology, allowing the latest 8th Generation Intel Core CPU inside the notebooks to be improved by 11% to 13%. This is due to the enhanced design and architecture of its heat sink, therefore allowing the VAIO notebooks to perform at longer periods of time thanks to its more efficient dispersal of processor heat.
With an outstanding battery lifespan of up to 8 hours for the VAIO S13 and 11 hours for the VAIO S11 notebooks respectively, business professionals can rest assured knowing their notebooks will be ready for them when they most need it. In the event that they need do need to recharge their notebooks, an hour’s time of charging will quickly restore about 80% of battery power.
With the lightweight carbon fibre chassis, the VAIO® S11 weighs in at only 0.85kg with its 11.6” FHD IPS display, making it the lightest of the two new notebooks. The equally light 1.07kg VAIO S13 comes with magnesium alloy chassis and a 13.3” FHD IPS display. Both notebooks’ GPUs are powered by an Intel UHD Graphics 620. An ample serving of up to 16GB of RAM is offered for both notebook models, along with a superfast internal SSD of 512GB.
VAIO S11 and VAIO S13 Price + Availability
The VAIO S13 notebook only comes in black and silver, while the smaller VAIO S11 notebook will have more colour options, including black, silver, brown, pink and white.
The VAIO S11 will be priced between RM 6,499 to RM 6,699 while the VAIO S13 will retail at RM 6,199 to RM8,399. Interested buyers will be able to purchase the new VAIO notebooks in person at Plaza Low Yat and Digital Mall, the latter housing the Nexstgo flagship store. The new VAIO notebooks will also be available on Lazada online store.
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Samsung really went all out in their exclusive, invitation-only Samsung Galaxy Note9 launch event at Arena Axiata in Bukit Jalil. 2,000 lucky guests witnessed the largest and most spectacular launch of any Samsung smartphone yet.
But don’t fret – we recorded EVERYTHING at the Samsung Galaxy Note9 launch. So check out the photos and videos it will be as if you were there yourself today!
Samsung Galaxy Note9 Launch Presentation
The Samsung Galaxy Note9 launch event kicked off with Samsung Malaysia President Yoonson Kim arriving in a McLaren supercar, escorted by nine super bikes and nine drones.
All Day Battery: The Galaxy Note9’s 4,000mAh battery, the largest ever on a flagship Galaxy phone for long-lasting power to use all-dayto talk, text, play games and watch movies from morning to night.
Store More, Delete Less: The Galaxy Note9 is available with two internal storage options – choose from 128GB or 512GB. And with the ability to insert a microSD card, the device is 1TB-ready, allowing users to have peace of mind, knowing there will always be enough room for favourite photos, videos, and apps.
Speed and Power: The Galaxy Note9 is a super powerful smartphone with a cutting-edge 10nm processor and support for the fastest network speeds available in the market (up to 1.2 gigabits per second) to stream and download without slowing down. The device also includes an industry-leading and Samsung developed Water Carbon Cooling system and an on-device AI-based performance adjusting algorithm to deliver powerful yet stable performances.
All-Star Endorsement of the Samsung Galaxy Note9!
Samsung invited an all-star cast of celebrities to share their experience using the new Galaxy Note9, and their trip to New York for the Samsung Galaxy Note9 Unpacked event! They include Jinnyboy, Reuben Kang, Limzy, Josephine Yap and Tian Chad.
The Samsung Galaxy Note9’s camera and new Bluetooth S Pen proved to be very useful to them :
New S Pen – With Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE) support, it’s now possible to take selfies and group pictures, present slides, pause and play videos, with just one click of the S Pen!
Scene Optimizer : The Galaxy Note9’s camera is Samsung’s smartest yet. It uses intelligence to identify elements of a photo, such as the scene and subject, to automatically classify it into one of 20 categories and be instantly optimized. The result is a stunning, lifelike image with bold colours and dynamic definition.
Flaw Detection : The first shot doesn’t always come out right, but the Galaxy Note9 lets users know if there’s something wrong so they can take another picture without losing the moment. An immediate notification will appear if the image is blurry, the subject blinked, there is a smudge on the lens, or there’s backlight impacting the quality of the image.
Premium Camera : With the unique combination of advanced intelligence features and leading premium hardware, the Galaxy Note9’s camera is the best on the market. It comes with advanced noise reduction technology and a Dual Aperture lens, which adjusts to light just like the human eye. No matter the lighting conditions, Galaxy Note9’s top-tier camera delivers a crystal-clear shot.
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BONUS : K-Tigers LIVE!
The guests were also treated to an electrifying performance by the K-Tigers – the world’s leading Taekwondo demo team from South Korea!
The Samsung Galaxy Note9 launch then ended with a team dance. Then guests were invited to try out Samsung’s latest flagship smartphone!
Galaxy And Beyond!
The Samsung Galaxy Note9 comes with these premium Galaxy technologies – fast wireless charging, IP68 water and dust resistance and Samsung services such as Samsung Health and Samsung Pay.
Additionally, it features Samsung’s trusted, defense-grade Knox security platform and biometric security options including fingerprint scanning, iris scanning, and facial recognition capabilities to keep important information safe.
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SNS Network just introduced a highly-affordable ultra-thin laptop – the JOI Book 100. Priced at only RM 1,299 / $325, it has a premium metal and glass design, with a Full HD IPS display and solid state storage. Here are the full details!
Introducing The JOI Book 100!
Despite its low cost, the JOI Book 100 boasts a full metal and glass design that gives it a premium look and feel that is quite unlike any other laptop in the same price range. Its 14.1-inch display does not only come with a Full HD IPS panel, it has a full glass cover and very narrow bezels.
Performance
Powering the JOI Book 100 is a power-sipping Intel Celeron N3450 quad-core processor – it uses just 6 W of power while delivering clock speeds between 1.1 GHz and 2.2 GHz. It is backed by 2 MB of L2 cache, Intel HD Graphics 500 and 4 GB of memory.
Storage
The JOI Book 100 is unique in that it comes with a 32 GB eMMC boot drive, preloaded with Windows 10 Home. For additional storage, it has an M.2 SSD bay with a 128 GB Intel SSD 545s drive installed.
This SSD bay has an easy-access hatch that allows you to easily swap out the existing SSD for a larger drive later. If that’s not enough, you can also add a microSD card for additional storage of up to 64 GB.
Mobility
The JOI Book 100 comes with a 10,000 mAh lithium-ion battery that will last 6-8 hours. It is also very slim at just 14 mm and weighs only 1.35 kg, which means you will have no problem slipping it into small bags.
JOI Book 100 Specifications
Specifications
JOI Book 100
Display
14.1-inch IPS display
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- full glass panel with 3 mm bezels
As you already know, the JOI Book 100 only costs RM 1,299 / US$ 325. It is available in two colour options – Dark Grey and Gold.
It will come with a complimentary 128 GB Intel SSD 545s drive (worth RM 249 / $62) preinstalled, and a JOI Anti-Theft backpack (worth RM 129 / $32).
In addition, from 12th to 15th July 2018, Gloo.com.my and Gloo @ Lazada will be offer an exclusive promotion. Every purchase of a JOI Book 100 will come with a free wireless mouse and PWP offers of Microsoft Office 365 Personal at RM 99 and Seagate Back Up Plus 1TB at only RM 169.
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SOCAR just announced the YOLO Pass promotion, and the One-Way Airport Drive feature! We got a taste of the YOLO Pass ourselves, with model Alicia Amin and comedian Kavin Jay! Here are the full details!
One-Way Airport Drive
The SOCAR One-Way Airport Drive allows you to select a SOCAR to drive to the airport, with the convenience of just dropping off the car at any valid parking zone at the airport.
No hassle of returning it back from where you first picked the car, or even parking in a special parking area! Just make sure you leave your parking token in the car!
This one-way airport service is open to KLIA 1 and KLIA 2. To let you try it out, SOCAR is offering the One-Way Airport Drive at an introductory flat one-way fee of RM50 plus the hourly rental fee for the choice of vehicle.
Cars for the SOCAR One-Way Airport Drive service can be picked up from any SOCAR one-way zone with a choice of over 10 different car models to select from including hatchbacks and SUVs.
YOLO Pass
Starting July 2018, SOCAR will select a member at random, giving them the once in a lifetime opportunity to go on a spontaneous vacation in true YOLO spirit. The only condition that members need to adhere to would be their availability to take up the YOLO Pass within one week’s notice.
If you had the chance to just pack your bags and leave for the weekend, where would you choose to go? Would you choose to visit the massive ruins of Bayon in Siem Reap, kayak at El-Nido, trek waterfalls in Bali, hitch a helicopter ride to Perak or chill by the beach at Phi-Phi island? With the YOLO Pass being now open to all members, SOCAR will be asking their members the very same question.
Functioning like a lucky draw, winners of the YOLO Pass will be provided with a complimentary round trip one-way SOCAR Pass to the airport and a surprise flight ticket to their desired destination. All members registered to the SOCAR app are eligible to be selected for the YOLO Pass as long as they have one reservation completed with the car sharing platform.
Winners to receive the ultimate YOLO Pass will be announced on the first Friday of the month and will be notified via a text message, phone call or email. The cut-off date and time to join the YOLO Pass will be the last day of every month before 11:59pm.
A Taste Of The SOCAR YOLO Pass
We too got a taste of the SOCAR YOLO Pass, when SOCAR brought comedian Kavin Jay for a YOLO comedy skit, and then took us on a horse riding experience with model Alicia Amin!
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Dimension Data just announced that they are expanding their enterprise-grade Managed Cloud Platform (MCP) across Asia Pacific. Here in Malaysia, they are introducing the Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform in partnership with the NTT Group.
The Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform Explained
Building on the success of their global and regional Managed Cloud Platforms, Dimension Data is introducing their MCP in Malaysia, to better serve their clients and meet local demand for enterprise-grade hybrid cloud services.
The Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform allows clients to securely deploy their applications and workloads into the cloud, while preserving data sovereignty. This platform also comes with built-in automation to help clients manage and capitalise on the benefits of multi-cloud environments.
SAP HANA Enterprise Cloud Premium Partner
Dimension Data is one of only five global SAP HANA Enterprise Cloud Premium Partners, so it’s no surprise that the Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform supports SAP S/4HANA in addition to other business enterprise applications and business productivity suites.
Compliance & Certification
The Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform is certified to be compliant with SOC1 Type II, SOC2 Type II, ISO:22301, ISO:27001, and ISO:9001.
Multi-Cloud Capable
Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform is multi-cloud capable. Its Managed Services Operation Portal allows you to provision, deploy, monitor, and manage multiple instances from other cloud service providers like Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services.
Enterprise-Grade Security & Reliability
Partnering with the NTT Group allows the Dimension Data Managed Cloud Platform to deliver enterprise-grade security and reliability. They tout a modern data centre with robust backup and disaster recovery capabilities to ensure business continuity. This allows their clients to create a hybrid environment that is highly scalable and responsive to their business needs, without worrying about security or reliability.
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NEM officially opened the NEM Blockchain Centre Kuala Lumpur on 3 July 2018. The new NEM Blockchain Centre will serve as a learning centre, incubator and accelerator for organisations in Asia keen to explore blockchain technology and its applications in multiple industries.
NEM Blockchain
Blockchain is gaining global traction in diverse industries including financial services, insurance, education, retail, telecommunications and logistics. Among its applications are automating accounting, medical and scientific records, international remittance, securities trading customer relationship management, notarisations and many more.
NEM is a blockchain platform (as well as a cryptocurrency). Written in Java and launched at the end of March 2015, NEM introduced a number of new blockchain features like Proof of Importance (POI) algorithm, multi-signature accounts, and encrypted messaging.
The NEM blockchain has already been adopted in a number of industries and services in Asia and around the world, including Appsolutely Inc., the largest rewards and loyalty programme company in the Philippines; a point-of-sale terminal for cryptocurrency for the retail industry (Pundi X) in Indonesia; and backend payment and mobile settlement solutions by Dragonfly Fintech Pte. Ltd., Singapore.
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NEM Blockchain Centre Kuala Lumpur
With almost 11,000-square-feet of space, NEM Blockchain Centre Kuala Lumpur is the largest of its kind in the region that is fully operated by a blockchain technology organisation. It will house :
the NEM Blockchain Innovation Lab,
a headquarters for research and development,
regional support for organisations interested in using the NEM platform within their IT infrastructures,
a co-working space for blockchain-related learning and knowledge-sharing events.
NEM Blockchain Centre Kuala Lumpur will allow organisations to explore how blockchain technology can help improve data transactions by enhancing speed and security at a lower cost than other current technology platforms. Malaysian organisations can leverage the NEM network and technology to develop blockchain solutions, with access to training events, service providers and technical support.
It will also serve as the headquarters for regional operations for NEM in Asia (excluding China and ANZ). The team will continue to pursue strategic alliances to expand NEM’s reach, secure deeper collaboration, and develop more blockchain hubs. US$5 million will be allocated towards supporting blockchain companies incubated in the NBC in Malaysia.
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honor Malaysia just introduced the honor 7S – an entry-level smartphone with a FullView Display. The FullView Display is unprecedented in smartphones of this price range. Here are the full details!
The Honor 7S Smartphone
The honor 7S has a similar design to the award-winning honor 10 smartphone (here are 5 reasons why the donor 10 is awesome!), offering a FullView Display in a smaller form factor and a much smaller price tag of just RM 379 / ~US$ 95.
honor FullView Display
The honor 7S features a 5.45” display with a 18:9 ratio and a HD+ resolution. With its narrow frame and smaller form factor, the new honor 7S is great for single-hand usage. The wider screen is also great for gamers, offering greater horizontal screen space.
Take selfies like a pro
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Its front camera is equipped with a selfie toning flash which is adjustable for proper toning effect in any low-light situation. A HDR mode is also available for more dynamic range in your selfies, while art filters and the panorama photo mode offer a more exciting photography experience.
Clearer hearing with a larger receiver
The honor 7S has a larger receiver volume that enables clearer hearing in noisy environments. A super receiver mode is triggered by the volume + key at the time of the call when you continuously press on the volume + key after exceeding the normal volume range.
It also supports headset monitoring, so you can sing and hear their own voice in real-time with a default program and earphones.
honor 7S Price + Availability
The honor 7S comes in colour options of Gold or Black, and is priced at just RM 379 / ~US$ 95.
If that’s not enough, the first 500 buyers of the honor 7S will receive :
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Announced in March at New York, the 2018 Samsung QLED TV range is finally being introduced! Let’s take a look at the 2018 Samsung QLED TV technologies, prices and availability!
The 2018 Samsung QLED TV Technologies
Consumers are always after larger screens, better image quality and hassle-free installations. But to top it off – the new consumer trend includes AI-based technologies, and smartphone connectivity. The 2018 Samsung QLED TV range attempts to address those demands.
Samsung Q Picture Technology
The 2018 Samsung QLED TV range features the new Direct Full Array which uses a panel with zones of smartly controlled backlighting that adjust automatically to deliver deep blacks and pure whites. This reduces blooming and halo effects, and enables deeper contrast, with inky blacks and brilliant whites.
Advanced Anti-Reflection technology ensures that the 2018 Samsung TVs’ spectacular picture quality can be enjoyed from almost any angle, and also helps boost contrast. Aligned with the new products, which include models wider than 55 inches, Q Engine technology automatically upscales on-screen content to UHD levels to further enhance viewers’ immersion.
Samsung Q Style Technology
Samsung’s 2018 QLED TV range will come with Magic Screen – an energy-saving function that allows the TV to elegantly display images, as well as real-time information such as the weather or news. For wall-mounted TVs, Magic Screen can mimic the pattern on the wall behind the TV to create an astonishing visual effect in which the TV blends seamlessly into the wall.
Samsung has lso introduced a simple solution to eliminate cable clutter – the One Invisible Connection, which integrates power cables and data lines that were previously separated – into a single thin cable. Available up to 15 meters, it frees consumers from having to place their TV near data or power outlets.
Samsung Q Smart Technology
The 2018 Samsung QLED TVs are designed to seamlessly connect with SmartThings-compatible devices to offer users even greater control over their home’s smart technology. In addition, users can access a variety of apps on the QLED TVs that they can enjoy at any time through one intuitive menu.
The 2018 Samsung QLED TV Price List
Here are the launch prices for the 2018 Samsung QLED TVs, Smart TVs and accompanying soundbars.
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A full 3 months after being announced at MWC 2018, the ASUS ZenFone 5 and ZenFone Max Pro M1 are finally here! Join us for our coverage of the entire launch event and get the full scoop on their key features, price and availability!
ASUS ZenFone 5 + ZenFone Max Pro M1 Launch
Hundreds of people queued up to catch the ASUS ZenFone 5 and ZenFone Max Pro M1 launch at the KL Convention Centre – all Zen fans eager to be the first to try out the new ASUS smartphones. Don’t worry if you could not make it. We took videos of the entire event. Enjoy!
Launch Kick Off
The ASUS ZenFone 5 and ZenFone Max Pro M1 launch kicked off with Eric Chen, ASUS Corporate Vice-President and Leo Tseng, ASUS Malaysia Country Manager.
ASUS ZenFone 5 Presentation
In this video, Li Huai Pin, ASUS Malaysia Business Development Manager, explains the key features of the new ASUS ZenFone 5, while Andrew Chan, Senior Manager of the ASUS Global Product Team, showcases the photographic capabilities of the ZenFone 5.
Next, Li Huai Pin explains the key features of the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M1, with Andrew Chan, Senior Manager of the ASUS Global Product Team, showing off the photographic capabilities of the ZenFone Max Pro M1.
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OPPO always banked on celebrity power to draw attention to their smartphones, and the OPPO F7 launch was no different. This time, they brought on not just local celebrity Neelofa, but also Taiwanese actress and singer (formerly of S.H.E.) Hebe Tien 田馥甄!
Check out the complete OPPO F7 launch event, including the special segments with Neelofa and Hebe!
Introducing The New OPPO F7 Smartphone
The launch event kicked off with a dance routine, before OPPO Branding Director, Nikki Chen, gave her opening presentation.
The OPPO F7 is the latest Selfie Expert smartphone, with improved “Artificial Intelligence” capabilities, and a new 25 MP selfie camera! Here is the full presentation by OPPO Product Specialist, Ray Wong!
25MP X Real-Time HDR Sensor
The OPPO F7 features a high-resolution 25 MP front camera with real-time High Dynamic Range (HDR) sensor. Images taken with the F7 will have a higher range of detail, luminance and colour levels. The user will also have a lot more control over the photos taken with this new selfie camera.
A.I. Beauty 2.0 Technology
The OPPO F7 comes with the second-generation A.I. Beauty 2.0 technology that has more accurate facial recognition, and better beautification effects for gender and age.
It also scans 296 facial recognition points – a 20% improvement, allowing for more precise and accurate facial recognition. Now, a person’s age, gender, skin color and skin type differences can be detected for up to four individual subjects in much greater detail.
Super Full Screen 2.0 with 19:9 Aspect Ratio
The OPPO F7 comes with a 6.2-inch FHD+ display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels. This gives it a 19:9 aspect ratio, with a notch incorporating the front camera, brand-new antenna and light sensor.
Industrial Design
The OPPO F7 has a new industrial design to appeal to young users, with three colour options – Solar Red, Moonlight Silver and a special Diamond Black edition.
There is also a 128GB Special Edition model that comes in Sunrise Red and Diamond Black. It uses a unique glass body that shimmers like gemstones, reflecting different colours.
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OPPO F7 Price + Availability
The OPPO F7 is priced at RM 1,399 / ~US$ 359, with first availability on 21 April 2018. The OPPO F7 128 GB Special Edition is priced at RM 1,699 / ~US$ 436.
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The Asia Cybersecurity Exchange is designed to nurture the development of new cybersecurity professionals, as well as encourage and support cybersecurity entrepreneurship. Find out how the Asia Cybersecurity Exchange is going to transform Malaysia into one of the world’s major cybersecurity hubs!
The Asia Cybersecurity Exchange Initiative
Asia Cybersecurity Exchange is the brainchild of LE Global Services Sdn Bhd (LGMS), formed in partnership with the ACE Group. Its mission is to identify and nurture cybersecurity talents and entrepreneurs in Malaysia. Their ultimate aim – elevate Malaysia as a cybersecurity hub in Asia.
US$ 50 Million Startup Fund
To help nurture cybersecurity entrepreneurs, the ACE Group has also set aside a fund of US$ 50 million / RM 200 million to invest in cybersecurity startups with high growth potential. The Asia Cybersecurity Exchange will help select qualified candidates and mentor their efforts.
MDEC Cybersecurity Development Program
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is also supporting the Asia Cybersecurity Exchange initiative with a 12-month MDEC Cybersecurity Development Program.
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This will consist of a series of cybersecurity conferences, hackathons, CISO roundtables, as well as industry collaboration workshops.
Cybersecurity Training & Internships
LGMS, with the help of MDEC and the eight premier tech universities in Malaysia, aim to train as many as 240 cybersecurity specialists in the next 12 months, with the aim of expanding the program in the subsequent years.
The top students selected by their universities will be interviewed and selected by LGMS for training by top cybersecurity experts, with industry mentors to help them nurture those who want to startup their own cybersecurity endeavours.
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Huawei today launched their flagship Huawei P20 Pro and Huawei P20 smartphones at a large event with more than 1,500 guests. They represent a major assault on Apple and Samsung’s dominance of the smartphone industry.
The Huawei presentation, in particular, took special aim at the Apple iPhone X and the recently-launched Samsung Galaxy S9. Find out why Huawei thinks the new P20 Pro and P20 smartphones are more than just rivals to the Apple and Samsung flagship smartphones!
The Huawei P20 Pro + P20 Smartphone Launch
The Huawei P20 Pro and P20 launch event was the opposite of the glitzy, mind-numbing Vivo V9 launch event. Just a simple catwalk parade of hot models with their new smartphones.
The Huawei P20 Pro + P20 Presentation
Huawei Product Marketing Director, Luke Au, is (obviously) a great fan of the new Huawei P20 Pro and P20 smartphones, so we will let him explain why you should seriously consider them.
Huawei Malaysia is offering a free set of Bluetooth earphones and a Huawei VIP card, with every purchase of the Huawei P20 Pro or P20 smartphone, as well as a limited number of Canon printers.
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Sony Mobile just unveiled their latest flagship smartphones – the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact. Find out what these new Sony Xperia smartphones offer, and check out the amazing pre-order promotion Sony has prepared!
The Sony Xperia XZ2 + Xperia XZ2 Compact Revealed!
Launched at the recent Mobile World Congress 2018, these new Sony flagship smartphones come with huge advancements in camera, display and audio technology, as well as a new design to better fit your hand.
The Sony Xperia XZ2
The Sony Xperia XZ2 has a 5.7” HDR Full HD+ 18:9 display that up-converts non-HDR content to near High Dynamic Range (HDR). It also introduces a new haptic experience – the new Dynamic Vibration System analyses audio data and lets you feel the action in your hands.
The Xperia XZ2 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 platform, and is powered by a 3,180 mAh battery.
The Sony Motion Eye camera introduces the world’s 1st 4K HDR Movie recording capability. It also supports Super slow motion video recording at 960 fps in Full HD quality.
The new fluid 3D glass is built with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and a metal frame for extra durability and a premium feel. Certified IP65/IP68, the XZ2 is designed to withstand water splashes and spills.
Sony will offer the Xperia XZ2 in four colour options – Liquid Silver, Liquid Black, Deep Green and Ash Pink.
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a 5″ HDR Full HD+ extended display, and front-facing stereo speakers with Hi-Res Audio support. It also runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 platform, and is powered by a 2,870 mAh battery.
The Sony Motion Eye camera introduces the world’s 1st 4K HDR Movie recording capability. It also supports Super slow motion video recording at 960 fps in Full HD quality.
it is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and anti-scratch polycarbonate. Certified IP65/IP68, the XZ2 Compact is designed to withstand water splashes and spills.
Sony will offer the XZ2 Compact in four colour options with a smooth frosted finish – White Silver, Black, Moss Green and Coral Pink.
Price & Availability
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The Sony Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are available in Malaysia from April 2018 onwards, priced at RM 3,299 (~US$ 845) and RM 2,899 (~US$ 743) respectively.
The pre-order for the XZ2 will open from 23 March until 4 April, with free gifts worth up to RM 1,088. The pre-order bundle includes :
a pair of SONY ZX770BN Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones,
a Hardshell Premium backpack,
a Sony Exclusive Touch n Go Card with RM 100 pre-loaded,
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Last week, Lexus launched their latest luxury sedan – the Lexus LS 500 – at the St. Regis Kuala Lumpur. Let Chief Engineer Toshio Asahi show you why the fifth-generation Lexus LS represents Lexus’ boldest move in design language, and on-road performance.
Don’t forget to check out our 18-minute tour of the Lexus LS 500 as well!
The 2018 Lexus LS 500 Luxury Sedan
The Lexus principles are succinctly expressed in a single word – Omotenashi, the Japanese spirit of hospitality. That is what sets their cars apart from the competition – they are more than just a means of transportation.
Chief Engineer Toshio Asahi and Chief Designer Koichi Suga enlisted the expertise of Japan’s master craftsmen in creating the fifth-generation Lexus LS. Beyond horsepower and torque, the 2018 Lexus LS 500 ensconces its occupants in a luxurious space rich in Takumi craftsmanship.
Performance & Handling
The 2018 Lexus LS 500 blends a coupe-like chassis with the spaciousness of a luxury sedan. It is built on the same high-performance platform as the Lexus LC series, and features an all-new 3.5L twin turbo V6 engine, the world’s first 10-speed automatic transmission in its class, and the most advanced Lexus dynamic control system.
Safety
The flagship 2018 Lexus LS 500 boasts a portfolio of active safety technologies to support the driver’s awareness and decision-making under a variety of traffic conditions and contingencies. Included in the Lexus Safety System is the Pre-collision Safety System, Lane Departure Alert with Lane Keep Assist, Dynamic Radar with Adaptive Cruise Control and Automatic High Beam System.
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Takumi Craftsmanship
Takumi craftsmen in Lexus have artfully fashioned an interior that features origami-inspired handcrafted pleats, ambient lighting reminiscent of Japanese lanterns, ornamentation based on traditional Japanese Kiriko glass techniques, and the Art Wood grain pattern trim.
Mark Levinson Audio
Omotenashi is also expressed through the Mark Levinson audio package developed specifically for the Lexus LS 500. It features Quantum Logic Immersion Technology that employs 23 speakers and a 16-channel amplifier to deliver a concert hall-like listening experience.
The 2018 Lexus LS 500 Models
For the Malaysian market, three variants of the LS are available – the LS 500 Luxury, LS 500 Executive and LS 500h Executive with a Lexus Hybrid Drive. Customers have a choice of up to 11 exterior colours and 6 interior colours/trims (depending on variant).
The paint finishes include two new colours specifically to showcase the bodylines.
Manganese Luster adds a highly reflective layer of paint on a base coat with muted brightness as a way of highlighting the shine and expressing a dramatic play of bright and dark, light and shadow.
Sonic Agate is a passionate red, but with a deep, rich tone that also expresses dignity and prestige.
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The 2018 Lenovo ThinkPad desktops and laptops were just revealed, together with a ThinkPad tablet, and the new Lenovo Mirage VR devices. They include the newly-refreshed ThinkPad X1 Carbon, ThinkPad X1 Yoga and ThinkPad X1 Tablet. Check them out!
The 2018 Lenovo ThinkPad Desktop + Laptops
Sachin Kinagi, Learning Manager of Lenovo Asia Pacific, started with his presentation on the 2018 Lenovo ThinkPad desktop and laptop models.
They include the ThinkPad X, T and L Series, X280, X380 Yoga, T480, T480s, T580, L380, L380 Yoga and L480; Workstations, P52c, P520, P720; Tab 4 8-inch Plus series; Tab 4 310-inch Plus series (Android) and Yoga Book (Windows).
2018 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 Yoga
ThinkPad X1 Carbon remains the world’s lightest 14-inch commercial laptop with durable chassis, while the ThinkPad X1 Yoga is the world’s only convertible with integrated pen and Global LTE-Advanced (LTE-A) capability
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360o Far-Field Communication microphones that support Wake-on-Voice function and hands-free Amazon Alexa enabling users to give command from afar, even in noisy environments or while playing music at loud volumes
Unparalleled productivity and security with glance-eye-tracking powered by infrared camera
2018 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet
Uncompromised PC performance with Intel 8th Gen Intel Core processors and full-function ThinkPad keyboard experience
Enhanced user interaction with new vibrant 13-inch HDR Ready 3K display and Lenovo Pen Pro
Legendary ThinkPad durability and uncompromised security with infrared camera and Fingerprint Reader
The 2018 Lenovo Mirage VR Devices
Adrian Lesmono, Tablet & Smart Device Leader, of Lenovo Central Asia Pacific, reveals the key features of the Lenovo Mirage Solo VR headset, and the Lenovo Mirage Camera.
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