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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The Samsung Galaxy S9 launch was a star-studded affair with Korean heartthrob, Park Bo-gum, flying in from Seoul, and local celebrities like Jinny Boy, Reuben Kang, Serene Lim and Serena C.
Thousands of Samsung and Park Bo-gum fans lined up for hours just to catch a glimpse of Park Bo-gum. They flooded the center concourse of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, and even caused a massive traffic jam outside!
Check out our extensive photo and video coverage of this amazing launch event!
Don’t forget to read our comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy S9, and find out why we gave it out Editor’s Choice Award!
Park Bo-gum @ Samsung Galaxy S9 Launch!
The President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics, Yoonsoo Kim, kicked off the Samsung Galaxy S9 launch event.
Then Malaysian celebrities Jinny Boy, Reuben Kang and Serene Lim welcomed Park Bo-gum to the Samsung Galaxy S9 launch.
For those of you who want an even higher-resolution video, we prepared a 4K video (with additional footage) for you!
Not enough? Here are a dozen photos we took of the Samsung Galaxy S9 launch event, and Park Bo-gum. Enjoy!
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Kuala Lumpur, 15 March 2018: Automobili Lamborghini held the APAC premiere of its Lamborghini Urus SUV in Malaysia at the Alya Sime Darby showroom. The event marked the Lamborghini Urus SUV’ first appearance in Malaysia. Its global premiere was at Lamborghini’s headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese in December.
The Lamborghini Urus SUV
Touted as the world’s first Super Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), the Lamborghini Urus carves a new niche for the brand in the luxury segment, setting new benchmarks across performance, driving dynamics and design.
The Lamborghini Urus was built upon a visionary approach that combines the Lamborghini DNA with the most versatile vehicle, the SUV. It also elevates the SUV to an unprecedented level – to be a Super SUV – with its power, performance, design, driving dynamics as well as daily usability in a range of environments.
“The Urus is expected to drive significant sales volume in 2018. Feedback from our customers has been very positive and some have already placed orders for the first allocation of units in 2018,” said Mr. Andrea Baldi, General Manager of Lamborghini Asia Pacific.
Marcus Chye, Chief Operating Officer of Lamborghini Kuala Lumpur added, “Malaysian buyers are some of the most discerning in the world. We are confident that they will appreciate the Urus as a true Lamborghini in design, dynamics and emotional excitement. All this while offering a new dimension in everyday ease of use and comfortable luxury”.
The Lamborghini Urus features a 4.0 liter V8 twin-turbo engine delivering 650 hp (478 kW) at 6,000 rpm, maximum 6,800 rpm, and 850 Nm of maximum torque already at 2,250 rpm. With 162.7 hp/l the Urus claims one of the highest specific power outputs in its class and the best weight-to-power ratio at 3,38 kg/hp.
The Urus accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 12,8 seconds and with a top speed of 305 km/h it is the fastest SUV available.
Lamborghini Urus At A Glance
Design, performance, driving dynamics and driving emotion – pure Lamborghini DNA
Suitable for everyday driving in a range of environments
4.0 liter V8 twin-turbo engine with 650 hp and 850 Nm of torque for maximum performance
Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and top speed 305 km/h
4WD system with active torque vectoring and four-wheel steering for perfect handling
Carbon ceramic brakes, adaptive air suspension and active roll stabilization for maximum safety and comfort
Up to six different driving modes + EGO mode available via ‘Tamburo’ driving dynamics selector
Lamborghini Urus Price & Availability
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If you have to ask, you can’t afford it. LOL. Seriously though, the new Lamborghini Urus is available in Spring 2018 at the following retail prices (excluding taxes) :
Italy : EUR 168,852
Rest of Europe : EUR 171,429
UK : GBP 131,500
USA : USD 200,000
China : RMB 3,130,000
Japan : YEN 25,740,000
The Malaysian price and availability was not revealed, but it is said to be under RM 1 million.
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Microsoft just made available the entire range of Microsoft Surface products, with the official launch of the Microsoft Surface Book 2, and the belated launch of the Surface Laptop. Let’s check out their presentations, and our very own video tour of the two new Surface Book 2 models, and the Surface Laptop!
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Revealed!
First revealed in May 2017, the Microsoft Surface Laptop elevates design and performance in a sleek, elegant clamshell device.
More than a traditional laptop, is engineered to start fast and stay fast with a 7th Generation Intel Core processor and up to 14.5 hours of battery life to last through the day.
Weighing at just 1.25 kilograms, and less than 14.5mm thin, the Surface Laptop will fit nicely into your favorite bag, and is lightweight to bring everywhere.
The Surface Laptop features a signature keyboard, with a quiet and responsive keyset, and large precision trackpad. It also comes with a palm rest covered in soft, luxurious Alcantara clothfor a new level of typing comfort.
The Microsoft Surface Book 2 Revealed!
Removing the barrier between a conventional desktop and laptop, the Surface Book 2 features the latest 8th Generation Intel Core processors and the latest NVIDIA GeForce GPUs. This makes the new Surface Book 2 up to five times more powerful than its predecessor!
For those seeking flexibility in the way they use their device, the Surface Book 2 supports four different modes, including Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, View Mode, or even Tablet mode by simply detaching the screen.
The Surface Book 2 is available in 13.5” or 15” options, and boasts an impressive 17-hour battery life for marathon productivity sessions. It is powerful enough to run software such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Autodesk, and great games such as Forza Motorsport 7 or Gears of War at 1080p, 60fps!
Quick Tour Of Surface Book 2 + Surface Laptop
Microsoft Surface Book 2 Price & Availability
The Microsoft Surface Book 2 is available starting 15 March 2018, with the following configurations :
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The recent Hitachi Upgrade Your World event showcased the 2018 Hitachi home appliance technologies, and the new products being introduced. Check out what’s new from Hitachi in 2018!
The 2018 Hitachi Home Appliance Technologies
Hitachi is introducing a wide range of new products built upon new technologies. They split their presentations into five home appliance categories – refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, rice cookers, washing machines, and air-conditioners.
The 2018 Hitachi R-W720P7M Big French Glass Series Refrigerator
The new 2018 Hitachi R-W720P7M Big French Refrigerator comes with a slew of upgraded features.
Inverter Compressor With Dual Temperature Sensors – provides exceptionally strong cooling, at a significantly lower power consumption
Dual Fan Cooling – separate Freezer and Refrigerator fans to independently circulate cool air in the freezer and refrigerator compartments.
Fresh Select compartment – allows optimal temperature to be selected for your vegetables, dairy and meat products
Moisture-Guard Vegetable Compartment – ensures high humidity of approximately 92% with indirect cooling, to maximise freshness
Tank-Type Water Dispenser – cold water dispensing without installation of water pipe
Tempered Glass Shelves – scratch-proof, heat-resistant, and holds up to 100 kg!
Touch Screen Controller – change settings with a simple touch
The 2018 Hitachi CV-SE22V Cyclone Vacuum Cleaner
The new 2018 Hitachi CV-SE22V Cyclone Vacuum Cleaner boasts the following features :
Multiple Cleaning Nozzles – comes with a set of cleaning nozzles, like the 2-Step Rug / Floor Nozzle, Multi-Angle Nozzle and Crevice Nozzle.
High-Power Cyclonic Vacuum – 2200 W motor creates a strong suction force
Centrifugal Separation System – collected dust is compressed, and disposed with one touch
Washable Dust Case – easy maintenance
Nano Titanium + HEPA (H13) Filters – ensures exhaust air is sanitised and clean
The 2018 Hitachi RZ-JHE18Y Inverter Rice Cooker
The new 2018 Hitachi RZ-JHE18Y Inverter Rice Cooker comes with the following features :
Induction Heating – heat generated by magnetic forces for greater power efficiency
3.6 mm Thick Iron Pot – heat is transmitted uniformly to cook rice evenly
Different Rice Modes – ensure the best results for the type of rice being cooked
Auto Recipe Mode – easy cooking with 40 Asian recipes built-in
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The 2018 Hitachi SF-240XWV Washing Machine
The new 2018 Hitachi SF-240XWV Ultra-Stream washing machine has been upgraded with the following features :
24 kg washing capacity – more laundry can be washed in a single cycle
Powered Inverter – better control of the tub and pulsator rotation, to adjust for different loads
4-Step Wash – ensures concentrated detergent penetrates deep into fabrics to wash away the toughest dirt and stains
3-Step Eco Sensor – helps to determine the optimum wash settings based on the amount of laundry and fabric type.
Auto Self-Clean – reduces mold and bacteria in and around the tub by 99%!
The 2018 Hitachi RAS-VX13CJ Air-Conditioner
The new 2018 Hitachi RAS-VX13CJ Premium Inverter Scene Camera Air-Conditioner boasts these new features:
Frost Wash – keeps the heat exchanger clean by freezing it, and then melting the frost
Stainless Clean System – water and air pathways are kept hygienic with anti-bacterial stainless steel filter
Scene Camera Twin – a combination of a thermal camera and an image camera detects the location of people in the room, and their level of activity, allowing the air-conditioner to automatically adjust the airflow and temperature to counter changes in room temperature.
Air Sleep Feel – monitors your sleeping condition, and adjusts the temperature and humidity for the different stages of sleep.
Vector DC Inverter – cuts energy consumption by up to 62%, compared to non-inverter models.
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At MWC 2018, ASUS CEO Jerry Shen unveiled three new ASUS ZenFone 5 Series smartphones, as well as the ZenFone Max (M1). Get the low-down on these new smartphones, and watch the full ASUS ZenFone 5 launch event!
The ASUS ZenFone 5 Launch Event
The ASUS ZenFone 5Z and the ASUS ZenFone 5 are both 6.2-inch dual-camera smartphones, and the first ZenFone models to harness the power of artificial intelligence, and feature all-screen displays with a 90% screen-to-body ratio.
The ASUS ZenFone 5 Lite, on the other hand, is a 6-inch smartphone with a quad camera system!
ASUS ZenFone 5Z
The ASUS ZenFone 5Z is a extreme-performance dual-camera smartphone, with a 6.2-inch all-screen display with a 90% screen-to-body ratio.
It is powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 mobile platform, with the Qualcomm Artificial Intelligence Engine (AIE). Priced at just €479, it will come with up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of flash storage.
Its dual-camera system is built around the latest flagship Sony IMX363 sensor with large 1.4µm pixels, an f/1.8 wide-aperture lens,120° wide-angle secondary camera, four-axis optical image stabilization (OIS) and AI-enhanced camera features.
ASUS ZenFone 5
The “standard” ASUS ZenFone 5 is the first smartphone in the world to be powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 mobile platform.
Like the ZenFone 5Z, it also has a dual-camera system built around the latest flagship Sony IMX363 sensor with large 1.4µm pixels, an f/1.8 wide-aperture lens,120° wide-angle secondary camera, four-axis optical image stabilization (OIS) and AI-enhanced camera features.
ASUS ZenFone 5 Lite
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The ASUS ZenFone 5 Lite features the world’s first true four-camera system. That quad-camera system consists of a high-resolution camera and a 120° wide-angle camera on both front and rear aspects! Unlike rival systems, each camera works independently.
The 6-inch Full HD+ IPS display has a Full View 18:9 aspect ratio and an ultra-slim bezel, making it as compact as a standard-aspect-ratio 5.5-inch phone. The ZenFone 5 Lite runs on the Snapdragon 630 Mobile Platform, and has a 3300 mAh battery.
ASUS ZenFone Max (M1)
The ASUS ZenFone Max (M1) is the latest model in the new ZenFone Max Series. This is the (slightly) smaller brother of the ZenFone Max Plus M1 smartphone that launched in December 2017.
The ZenFone Max has a 5.5-inch full-view display, yet comes packed with a high-capacity 4000 mAh battery. It also boasts dual rear cameras with 120° wide-angle lens, and fingerprint-based unlocking.
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On 3 February 2018, Gen Arena Sdn Bhd officially launched Battle Arena eSports gaming club. Located at the 5th floor of the Jaya Shopping Mall, it boasts 17,000 square feet of premium gaming experience.
The Battle Arena eSports Gaming Club
The Battle Arena is equipped with 114 gaming PCs, with most of them placed in private rooms. Larger rooms have sofas and large TVs for an even more enjoyable gaming experience.
They even have two Premium VIP rooms designed for competitive gaming in mind. These two rooms have large touch-screen TVs for in-depth game analysis and discussion. They can also be used as live coaching or sharing sessions.
In the center is a futuristic gaming arena, with a dedicated broadcasting area and production equipment. Everything you need to host world-class eSports events. There is even room for up to 400 spectators.
For gamers who love to stream their gameplay, Battle Arena offers 10 exclusive single-user streamers’ pods. They’re fully equipped with a high-end gaming PC and gaming peripherals, a streaming webcam, external microphone and dual monitors.
Key Takeaway Points About Battle Arena
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Every gaming PC in Battle Arena will feature at least an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card (with 6 GB of memory), or better.
The main arena stage has 2 soundproof capsules for 5 gamers each, a dedicated broadcasting area, and production equipment – everything you need to host eSports events.
The Streamers’ Pods are designed to deliver the ultimate streaming performance of your gameplay.
The two coaching rooms have 5 gaming PCs, and a touchscreen TV with Fingerworks software – perfect for planning and visualising strategies.
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Celcom just launched Yoodo – their new fully-digital, fully-customisable 4G service! Here’s everything you need to know about Yoodo, and what it means for Malaysian consumers.
The Yoodo Digital 4G Service
Yoodo is a fully-digital, fully-customisable mobile service that runs exclusively on the Celcom 4G network. It is essentially what Yes has been since June 2016 – a 4G-only network with fast mobile Internet and VoLTE capability.
Some people are calling Yoodo a new telco, or a MVNO (mobile virtual network operator). Neither are accurate, because Yoodo is a Celcom service. To explain what Yoodo is, and what it offers, there is no one better than Farid Yunus, Head of Yoodo.
Now, watch how easy it is to sign-up and customise a Yoodo plan!
Free! Free! Free!
Yoodo offers a bunch of freebies right out of the door :
Free SIM card – you can order a Yoodo SIM card for free, even without customising or paying for your plan!
Free delivery – the SIM card is delivered to you in 1-3 days for free!
Free tethering – you don’t have to pay to share your data with your laptop and other mobile devices!
Free changes and cancellation – you can change your plan, or leave Yoodo at anytime, without any fees!
For those who cannot wait 1-3 days for the free standard delivery, Yoodo offers an Express Delivery option in the Klang Valley – for RM 15, you will receive the SIM card in just 2 hours!
The Yoodo Price List
Not only is Yoodo fully digital, it is fully customisable. You only select the services you want to pay for.
Data Per Month
$
Calls Per Month
$
SMS Per Month
$
0 GB
RM 0
0 Mins
RM 0
0 SMS
RM 0
2 GB
RM 20
50 Mins
RM 5
50 SMS
RM 3
5 GB
RM 30
100 Mins
RM 7
100 SMS
RM 5
10 GB
RM 50
200 Mins
RM 9
200 SMS
RM 8
15 GB
RM 60
2000 Mins
RM 12
2000 SMS
RM 20
20 GB
RM 70
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30 GB
RM 85
40 GB
RM 95
50 GB
RM 110
75 GB
RM 140
100 GB
RM 150
5 GB for Facebook
+RM 10
10 GB for YouTube
+RM 20
If you don’t need mobile Internet, you can actually get away with just paying RM 5 for 50 minutes of voice calls, or just RM 3 for 50 SMS messages. The cheapest mobile Internet option is 2 GB of data for RM 20.
The maximum cost (without add-ons) is RM 182 per month, with 100 GB of data, 2000 minutes of calls and 2000 SMS messages.
Roam Like Home
If you are travelling overseas, you can purchase a Roam Like Home pass for RM 10 per day, to make use of your domestic data quota at no additional charge. The Roam Like Home pass is currently available only for these 12 countries :
Bangladesh
Brunei
Cambodia
India
Indonesia
Laos
Myanmar
Nepal
Philippines
Singapore
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Why Is Celcom Launching Yoodo?
With the exception of Yes, which uses a pure 4G LTE network, all other mobile networks in Malaysia employ a hybrid analog-digital network. This allows them to continue using their existing 2G and 3G networks, while supplementing them with the faster digital-only 4G LTE network.
They will all need to migrate their users to a fully-digital network to free up spectrum, and eventually upgrade their network to 5G. Creating these digital-only services allow them to do that, without disrupting their existing hybrid network.
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Kuala Lumpur, 29 January 2018 – Samsung Malaysia Electronics celebrated the official opening of its latest Samsung Premium Experience Store in Pavilion Shopping Centre, to give Samsung fans in the city another outlet to fully experience the Galaxy ecosystem. Located in Kuala Lumpur’s golden triangle, city dwellers can immerse themselves in all of Samsung’s innovations at this premium experience store.
The Samsung Premium Experience Store @ Pavilion KL Launch & Tour!
The newly-launched Samsung Premium Experience Store is designed to be a one-stop retail solution with a total built-up area of 4,241 square feet. It offers the full range of Samsung smartphones, tablets, wearables and accessories which harmoniously make up the Galaxy ecosystem.
Additionally, the store will also graciously receive customers and their Samsung devices for personalised after-sales services, therefore completing a customer’s all-round Samsung experience.
Apart from offering services and products via sales, visitors of the store will be able to fully experience the Galaxy ecosystem through multiple refreshing experiential zones set up within the store’s spacious and open concept area.
For example, the Virtual Reality (VR) station combines Samsung’s latest and most innovative VR product, the Gear VR, with a large and gorgeous display in its latest flagship, the Galaxy Note8, to truly immerse its visitors in one wholesome and entertaining experience. The best part is visitors will get to enjoy these experiential setups for free.
The Samsung Premium Experience Store Promotions
In celebration of the official opening, Samsung mobilised several opening promotions, exclusively to the store in Pavilion.
From now until 18th February 2018, customers who purchase a flagship smartphone (Galaxy Note8, FE, S8, S8+ and A8+) at the store will be entitled to gifts worth a total of RM347, consisting of :
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one side screen protector worth RM99,
a Bluetooth headset worth RM99, and
a Smart Care Screen Protection Plan worth RM149.
Not only that, Samsung fans are able to receive great freebies without needing to purchase a new device as well. Samsung has invited DialogHub of Malaysia to introduce ClearPlex ProtectionPro for the first time in Southeast Asia.
During this promotional period, the first 50 customers per day who walk into the store with a Galaxy smartphone of their own will be entitled to a free ClearPlex ProtectionPro worth RM99.
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Epson just unveiled their latest projection technologies at the Epson Projection Conference & Showcase 2018. Join us for the big reveal of the 2018 Epson laser projectors and smart glasses!
The 2018 Epson Laser Projectors & Smart Glasses
Held at the Sunway Convention Centre, the Epson Town setup showcased the 2018 Epson projection innovations using the concept of a small town built around the use and application of their revolutionary 3LCD and laser projection technologies.
With precision and performance at the centre of the showcase, guests experience a live demonstration on the impact of holistic integrated solutions on areas such as education, corporate, home, retail, as well as public spaces for businesses and consumers.
World’s First 3LCD Laser Ultra-Short Throw Projectors
Heading the 2018 Epson laser projector line-up are their first 3LCD laser ultra-short throw projectors – the Epson EB-1470Ui and Epson EB-700U projectors
Epson is the first manufacturer to combine inorganic 3LCD panels with an inorganic phosphor wheel. The projectors’ laser light source provides up to 20,000 hours of operation with virtually no maintenance needed. Both the projectors deliver 4,000 lumens of white and colour brightness and WUXGA resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels.
The Epson EB-1470Ui Projector
The Epson EB-1470Ui projector combines laser light source technology with ultra-short throw interactivity, turning nearly any flat surface turning it into an interactive touch-enabled digital whiteboard. This makes it the ideal collaboration solution for meeting rooms or classrooms.
The EB-1470Ui supports up to 100-inch screen size, providing better readability and enhancing productivity. It can also support seamless interactivity across dual screens for a larger-than-life interactive presentation. Two projectors can be paired side by side to create an ultra-wide interactive screen of up to 177-inch for the classroom or boardroom.
An interactive table top can also be created with the optional table mount. Users can write or draw on Microsoft Office documents with the Microsoft Ink function, and the annotations can be conveniently saved into the PC as Microsoft office file.
It can also enable interactive discussions with an in-built digital interactive whiteboard that can be shared with up to 15 laptops and mobile devices within the network, to view and co-create live drawings and images in real time for active collaboration. It has many other great functionalities too.
The Epson EB-700U Projector
The Epson EB-700U projector, on the other hand, can project up to 130-inch in portrait or landscape mode and with its ultra-short throw, multi-direction projection capabilities and PC-less functionality, it is ideal to be used as a digital signage for projection in confined retail settings and corporate or public spaces for display.
The EB-700U can be rotated 360 degrees in all directions without any loss in image brightness, making it suitable for projecting on walls, ceilings and floors. It does not need to be connected to a PC and photo slide shows can be loaded directly from a USB memory key.
The projector starts up within 5 seconds, ensuring smooth and timely displays. With a contrast ratio of 2,500,000:1, the EB-700U delivers sharpness and crisp image quality even in well-lit environments. It comes with diverse connectivity options, as well as remote management and control tools for ease of access and maintenance,
The Epson EB-L1700 Projectors
Besides these laser ultra-short throw projectors, Epson also launched the EB-L1700 series, the most compact series of 3LCD laser projectors in its class, with brightness of 15,000 lumens. The projectors integrate inorganic 3LCD panels with an inorganic phosphor wheel to achieve superior light and heat resistance for spectacular image quality, reliability and durability.
With its laser light source, the EB-L1700 series of projectors deliver outstanding levels of colour brightness for extremely long periods, of up to 20,000 hours of maintenance free use, in high quality SXGA+ and WUXGA resolutions.
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Designed to operate 24/7, the EB-L1700 projectors have an improved dust resistance design and are ideal for applications requiring continuous projection including events, storefronts, museums, digital signage and more. With a laser light source, the projectors reach maximum brightness quickly, in just under 7 seconds.
With an operating system that enables easy set-up and control of geometry features for seamless projection, which includes edge-blending, curve projection, corner wall projection, point correction, quick corner and others, Epson offers up to 9 different types of lenses for these projectors.
The 2018 Epson Moverio Smart Glasses
The new Epson Moverio BT-350 Smart Glasses have the potential to transform museum experiences around the world by bringing augmented reality to life. It is the first production-volume smart glasses designed for a busy, commercial environment where the glasses are for multiple-user deployment, with a first-of-its-kind docking station for easy device management.
Epson also showcased the Moverio Pro BT-2200 smart headset, designed for critical industrial needs. It is based on a rugged and durable platform built specifically for helmet-mandatory environments. Through augmented reality overlays, the headset enables workers in various locations to see exactly what their counterparts are seeing to provide informed support and training.
The smart headset comes with a new hinge specifically designed to fit over front brim helmets, making it an ideal device for use in dangerous worksites that require workers to put on helmets such as in construction environment.
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After serving nearly three million users in South Korea with a fleet of 9000 cars in the past 5 years, SOCAR is now in Malaysia. Launched yesterday, SOCAR bridges the gap in the existing multi-flex transport system with their on-demand car sharing service.
Although SOCAR is a private service, they teamed up with the Malaysian government in their initiative to provide Malaysian commuters with an affordable option in the last leg of their journey. To support their efforts, Y.B. Dato’ Seri Hajah Nancy binti Shukri, a Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, officiated the launch.
The SOCAR Car Sharing Service
To explain the concept behind the SOCAR car sharing service, is Leon Foong, CEO of SOCAR Malaysia.
The service runs off the SOCAR smartphone app, which allows you to book your car of choice for anything between 30 minutes to a whole week. The app also functions as a vehicle locater and smart key. Locking and unlocking the car is simply a matter of pressing a button in the app.
Vehicle Price & Availability
The SOCAR app is free to download from the Apple App Store, or Google Play Store. Registration is free, although you will need to pay RM 10 when you key in a credit or debit card for the first time.
The SOCAR service is only available in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Their current fleet consists of 240 cars, made up of these four models :
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MINI Cooper (3 Door) : RM 25 per hour
Honda HR-V : RM 18.90 per hour
Honda City : RM 9.90 per hour
Perodua Axia : RM 8 per hour
The fee includes insurance, petrol and reserved parking at the pick-up and drop-off point. Every vehicle comes with a free mileage allocation of 30 km per hour booked. Anything beyond that will incur a small charge of RM 0.25 per km.
In certain areas, you can request for a Door-2-Door (D2D) service for just RM 5. A SOCAR driver will drop off the car at your location, and pick it up once you’re done. Super convenient!
They also offer a Stress Free Pass, which allows you to book a car after busy working hours and return it the next day. This is perfect for corporate users who just need a convenient car to commute between the office and home.
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Barring the impending launch of the Samsung Galaxy S9 next month, the most anticipated Samsung smartphones of Q1 2018 are the Galaxy A8 2018 and the Galaxy A8+ 2018. We had the opportunity to review the Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 earlier, and were so impressed, we gave it out Reviewer’s Choice Award!
Now, we are glad to announce that Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8+ smartphones. Join us for the Samsung launch event, and get the full details including their price and availability, as well as a special time-limited offer!
The Samsung Galaxy A8 | A8+ 2018 Launch
Samsung Malaysia Electronics President, Mr. Yoonsoo Kim, kicked off the launch with a short speech and a special performance by the Malaysian national synchronised swim team!
Then Samsung Senior Product Manager (IT & Mobile Division), Mr. Go Benn Lee, gave a great presentation on the new features introduced in the Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8+ smartphones.
The Samsung Galaxy A8 | A8+ 2018 Compared
The Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 and Galaxy A8+ 2018 may look like they differ only in size, but that’s not quite accurate. Let’s take a look at their specifications :
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A8
Samsung Galaxy A8+
Display
5.6" Super AMOLED display
- 1080 x 2220 pixels (440 ppi)
6.0" Super AMOLED display
- 1080 x 2220 pixels (410 ppi)
Operating System
Android 7.1.1
Android 7.1.1
Platform
Samsung Exynos 7885
Samsung Exynos 7885
Processor
2 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores (2.2 GHz)
6 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.6 GHz)
2 x ARM Cortex-A73 cores (2.2 GHz)
6 x ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.6 GHz)
Main Camera
- 16 MP Samsung ISOCELL S5K2P6SX sensor with f/1.9 lens
Wide-Angle 85° Camera
- 8 MP Samsung ISOCELL S5K3P8SP sensor with f/1.9 lens
Main Camera
- 16 MP Samsung ISOCELL S5K2P6SX sensor with f/1.9 lens
Wide-Angle 85° Camera
- 8 MP Samsung ISOCELL S5K3P8SP sensor with f/1.9 lens
Rear Camera
16 MP camera with f/1.7 lens and single LED flash
- Samsung ISOCELL S5K2P6SX sensor with PDAF technology
16 MP camera with f/1.7 lens and single LED flash
- Samsung ISOCELL S5K2P6SX sensor with PDAF technology
Connectivity
4G : LTE Cat11
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (dual band)
Bluetooth v5.0
USB Type C
4G : LTE Cat11
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (dual band)
Bluetooth v5.0
USB Type C
SIM Capability
Single SIM Model : Single SIM
Dual SIM Model : Dual SIM, Dual Standby
Single SIM Model : Single SIM
Dual SIM Model : Dual SIM, Dual Standby
NFC
Yes
Yes
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, Rear-Mounted
Yes, Rear-Mounted
Audio
24-bit Ultra High Quality (UHQ) support
- PCM support up to 32-bits
24-bit Ultra High Quality (UHQ) support
- PCM support up to 32-bits
Water Resistance
IP68 rated
IP68 rated
Battery
3,000 mAh lithium-ion battery (non-removable)
- fast charging capable
3,500 mAh lithium-ion battery (non-removable)
- fast charging capable
Other Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Hall, Proximity and RGB light sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Hall, Proximity and RGB light sensors
Dimensions
70.6 mm wide
149.2 mm tall
8.4 mm thick
75.7 mm wide
159.9 mm tall
8.3 mm thick
Weight
172 g
191 g
Available Colours
Black, Orchid Gray, Gold, Blue
Black, Orchid Gray, Gold, Blue
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Price & Availability
Both devices will be offered in three colour options here in Malaysia – Black, Gold and Orchid Gray. They will be available for purchase starting 19 January 2018, at the following prices :
Samsung Malaysia is offering a special Early Bird Reward worth RM 417 (~US$ 105), for those who purchase either smartphone between 19-21 January 2018 :
a 10,000 mAh USB-C Battery Pack (worth RM 228 / ~US$ 57)
a 64 GB Samsung EVO Plus microSD card (worth RM 189 / ~US$ 47)
There are limited quantities of the Early Bird Reward, so make sure you get your Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 /A8+ 2018 early!
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Kuala Lumpur, January 10, 2018 – To kick-off the year, Naza Kia Malaysia today unveiled the much-awaited new non-national A-segment vehicle – the Kia Picanto 2018.
The third-generation Kia Picanto 2018 promises to be the most versatile in its class with an untypically futuristic new design, safety enhancements and better performance with advanced technological value-added features to fulfil the wanderlust of today’s millennials.
The 3rd Generation Kia Picanto 2018
The Kia Picanto 2018 was carefully crafted with double the proportion of Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) as compared to its predecessor. This reduces its body-in-white weight by 23 kg, while improving its tensile strength by 12%. The 8-fold use of structural adhesives also increase the bodyshell’s static torsional stiffness by 32%.
For added safety, the Kia PIcanto 2018 boasts six airbags strategically placed in front and at the side of all passengers. It also has ISOFIX baby seat mounts, rear seatbelts pretensioners and active safety systems like ABS and ESC.
For tech savvy Malaysian millennials who need to stay connected at all times, the Kia Picanto 2018 has a large ‘floating’ 7.0-inch touchscreen at the centre of the dashboard which seamlessly connects to your smartphone using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with voice recognition. Kia Picanto 2018 owners can also access their smartphone functions via the Head Unit’s user interface for music, calls, messages and directions & navigation to ensure safe arrival at the travel destination.
The Kia Picanto 2018 boasts a greater luggage capacity and better space efficiency with its foldable second row seats (60:40 split), totalling up to 1,010 litres of cargo space; a vast improvement compared to its predecessor, the 2nd-generation Picanto.
The exterior of the Kia Picanto 2018 is complemented by new bi-functional headlamps that project both high and low beams, with LED daytime running lights. For those who want their Picantos with a little more pizazz, they can opt for the optional NOVUS accessory bundles.
There will be two NOVUS accessory bundles – NOVUS X and NOVUS S, with accessories that include the NOVUS emblem, solar tint films and sporty NOVUS bodykits, as well as leather seats and a digital video recorder (DVR), amongst others.
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The Kia Picanto 2018 Price & Availability
The new Kia Picanto 2018 is available in select Kia Showrooms in Peninsular Malaysia, from 10 January 2018, with availability extending to Sabah and Sarawak in February 2018.
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The Kia Picanto 2018 will be available in five colour options – Pop Orange, Lime Light, Honey Bee, Titanium Silver and Clear White, at the following price points :
Kia Picanto NOVUS S : RM 53,053 OTR (without insurance) / ~US$ 13,263
Kia Picanto NOVUS X : RM 55,506 OTR (without insurance) / ~US$ 13,877
Those eager to check out the new Kia Picanto can head over to the Kia on Tour Roadshow, which will be held from 10-14 January 2018 at Highstreet, One Utama.
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Ayam Brand just launched their Racing To Space campaign to celebrate their 125th anniversary! Even though Ayam Brand is a Malaysian household name in canned foods, this campaign focuses on food sustainability, eco-consciousness and commitment to local communities.
In this campaign, they sent, not one, but FOUR high-altitude balloons all the way to the stratosphere! They also announced details of the Racing To Space contest. Check out the details below!
Racing To Space With Ayam Brand
In their Racing To Space contest, four high altitude balloons with specially-designed rigs were released. Each balloon had Ayam Brand food items attached, namely Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Canned Tuna, Baked Beans and Coconut Milk.
The objective of the race was to discover which of their classic food products would be the first to reach the highest altitude, while recording stunning aerial views of the region on the way up! Here is a virtual reality video they made of the footage :
The Ayam Brand team worked on this project for about a year, spending about RM 50,000 (~US$ 12,000) on the special rig that was designed to ensure the camera can withstand the freezing temperatures, and ultra-low pressure, up in the stratosphere.
With consultation of the Malaysian Meteorological Department, they launched the balloons in Kahang, Johor… eventually reaching a height of 29,000 m / 95,000 feet. Check out the amazing footage they obtained!
Here is a closer look at the high-altitude balloon, and the special rig they created.
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The Ayam Brand Racing To Space Contest
You can join in the Racing To Space campaign by participating in their Racing To Space contest. They’re offering 1,000 Ayam Brand heritage gift sets, and 5 VR goggles – a total value of RM 53,000!
All you have to do is watch the two short videos above, and answer questions about them, and write a short slogan (as tie breaker).
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Vivo launched their V7+ smartphone in September, and are now preparing to launch the smaller Vivo V7 smartphone. In addition to their media invitation, they also leaked the Vivo V7 specifications to select media.
Now, the specifications themselves are no big secret. But the official leak gives us all an interesting look at their marketing techniques.
The Vivo V7 Launch
Vivo just issued invitations to their launch event today, and it promises to be a spectacular affair. We can’t wait to see what they plan to do.
The Leaked Vivo V7 Details
But unbeknownst to the media hoi polloi, select media publications received a separate email with a special file from Vivo. Inside the ZIP file were the Vivo V7 specifications, media talking points, as well as a high-resolution Vivo V7 infographic.
Vivo is set to announce the Vivo V7 smartphone by the month of November in Malaysia according to vivo Malaysia. Vivo V7 can be termed as the standard variant of Vivo V7+ launched 2 months back.
Recently, there is leak from the internet sources that indicates the overall specification of vivo V7. The leak indicated that Vivo V7 is almost the same device as Vivo V7+ and in terms of hardware, it comes with few minor variations. The basic differences between the two devices are in terms of screen size, internal storage and the battery capacity.
V7 comes with 5.7-inch display along with 32 GB storage instead of 6.0-inch along with 64GB storage and it is backed by a battery of 3,000 mAh instead of 3225 mAh. The equipped 24MP front camera will be the spotlight of vivo V7: other than Selfie Softlight, it also offers Beauty Mode and Portrait Mode, letting the user to capture every moment and produce delicate yet sophisticated selfie in every click. Not forget to mention that vivo V7 16 MP rear camera that provide numerous mode ( Professional, Slow Motion etc.) for users to capture in different scenarios, as if the they are having an DSLR in their hand – but much more smaller and more functional.
In terms of performance, V7 inherits the same screen ratio as vivo V7+ and with 1.8 Ghz Qualcomm Octa Core processor, ensures seamless and smoother usage experience. Other than that, vivo V7 supports insertion of 2 nano SIM cards with 1 micro SD card.
It is believes that vivo V7 will come in 2 colour variants: Matte Black and Gold and will be arriving Malaysia by this November. For more information, do follow vivo Malaysia official Facebook account on latest update on vivo V7.
Presumably, Vivo was trying to get these publications to write up an exclusive “Vivo V7 leaked article” in advanced of the launch. They would get additional publicity ahead of their launch, and these lucky publications get a boost to their readership.
Well-played, Vivo. Even we fell for it!
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The Leaked Vivo V7 Specifications
Instead of just copying the leaked Vivo V7 specifications, we thought you might like to see a specification comparison of the Vivo V7 and the larger Vivo V7+ instead. Here you go!
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HP Malaysia recently invited us to experience the new all-in-one point-of-sales (POS) system they were introducing – the new HP ElitePOS. It is the culmination of HP’s efforts in working with leading retail and hospitality partners in reinventing the retail experience for customers.
The HP ElitePOS System
The HP ElitePOS features a sleek, modular design, that is completely different from the large, boxy POS terminals commonly used in retail environments. Its design is also functional, with a focus on making shopping faster and easier for both customers and the sales associates assisting them.
The HP ElitePOS can be configured to function in a variety of rules – interactive signage, employee attendance, or self-service applications like a customer check-in and access to additional product offerings in the “endless aisle”.
For retailers who want a clean and clutter-free counter space, or who need greater versatility in the placement of their point-of-sale terminal, the display can be separated from the input/output (I/O) base for maximum placement versatility.
HP also offers an optional receipt printer that integrates into the column stand, and an optional magnetic stripe reader built into the display, to create a clean counter space for retail environments.
MIL-STD Reliability
Retail and hospitality often have demanding and harsh environments, which can damage or destroy consumer-leveraged technology. That is why the ElitePOS is built to be retail-durable, being MIL-STD certified, deter minor spills by channeling liquid out the device, and deliver efficient cooling with side venting for improved reliability.
It is designed to be long-lasting with the latest hardware and software – Microsoft Windows 10, fast DDR4 memory, and the 7th Generation Intel Core processors with vPro technology.
Improved Security
With point-of-sale devices increasingly targeted by hackers, security continues to be top of mind for the retail industry. According to Verizon, 64% of breaches in the retail industry that contained data loss were caused by point-of-sale intrusions.
This is why HP is expanding its industry-leading security solutions to the ElitePOS, with both hardware and integrated software security features, including:
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BIOS-level device security to provide protectionin the event of a malware attack with HP Sure Start Gen3, the industry’s first self-healing BIOS, and HP BIOSphere Gen3, the industry-leading firmware ecosystems.
User authentication technology, including an optional fingerprint reader for secure login; Credential Guardfor secure user authentication and password protection, and Device Guard, which lets IT managers create rules to run only signed, trusted, and approved applications on the POS system to help protect against walk-up and low-level attacks through USB ports.
Physical security of the device itself with an optional bolt-to-counter configuration, VESA mounting K-Lock features and external fingerprint reader for secure login through Windows Hello.
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Today, 11street is accelerating its cross-border trading growth by launching the ‘Shocking? YES!’ campaign. The campaign encompasses a plethora of local and international products, and aims to spur the growth of the e-commerce industry in the country.
The 11street Shocking? YES! Sales Campaign
By collaborating with thousands of locally established and globally recognised brands, the launch of 11street’s year-end online shopping campaign – ‘Shocking? YES!’ – will introduce 100,000 Lowest Price Guaranteed products and free shipping for purchase above RM29 under the Shocking Deals section beginning 1 November 2017 and ending 31 December 2017, with over thousands of sellers and international brands to shop from.
During the campaign, consumers will enjoy a range of products from global participating brands, namely Globalegrow (a public listed brand on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange with market capitalisation exceeding US$3 billion); Anker and Aukey (top ranking global Amazon sellers leading in the charging category, and consumer electronics and mobile tech accessories respectively, in more than 20 countries including the USA, Japan and Europe); Hada Labo (number 1 face lotion in Japan, with one bottle purchased every two seconds); OLENS (number 1 cosmetic lens supplier in Korea); MamyPoko; and Samsung, to name a few.
Other participating brands include Banggood, Banila Co., Bluelans, Caring Pharmacy, CJ WOW Shop, Courts, Lotte, Mamonde, Nongshim, Skechers, Tesco, UEB Technology, and many others.
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The Cross-Border Trading Scene In Malaysia
Through the campaign, 11street also announces its ambition to achieve at least 50% increase in Gross Merchandising Volume (GMV) and cross-border trading. The online marketplace also revealed that its total order for China products grew by 9 times this year, with 70% of these orders falling under the home improvement and personal care categories. To date, 11street has more than 40,000 sellers on board, with over 13 million listed products on its platform, averaging 16 million monthly visits.
Global products of the highest demand were items such as car camera, cosmetic make-up bag, travel bag and electronic gadgets, so with this information and through their market insights, 11street is en route to execute campaigns that benefits consumers with a wider product variety, yet continues to boost the growth of e-commerce in Malaysia.
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Malaysia may be a small country, but not in MSI’s eyes. They chose to open the world’s largest MSI Concept Store here in Bukit Bintang, Malaysia! Check out the photos of the new MSI Concept Store!
The World’s Largest MSI Concept Store Opens In Malaysia!
MSI chose to open the world’s largest MSI Concept Store in Bukit Bintang, where they can cater not just to tech-savvy Malaysians, but also tourists. Bukit Bintang is, after all, where most tourists to Malaysia will head to for their shopping – whether it’s fashion or tech.
The new Concept Store showcases all of MSI’s products under one roof. MSI has also made some of their gaming products available for customers to try out. So you can not only purchase your favourite MSI products from a single location, you can even try out some of those MSI products before making your purchases.
While the MSI Concept Store has two floors, the retail and demo section is currently limited to the ground floor. The first floor is a multipurpose space that can be used for press briefings, meetings or even a LAN competition. In fact, MSI hosted a DOTA2 show match to celebrate the Concept Store, with the Geekfam team taking the top prize, and the Highground team the second place.
Where Is The MSI Concept Store?
If you are in Kuala Lumpur, and want to visit the MSI Concept Store, it’s located directly across Low Yat Plaza. Here is the address :
GL-013, BB Park, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Western Digital earlier announced the development of 64-layer and 96-layer 3D NAND technologies, and now, they are introducing the availability of consumer-grade WD Blue 3D NAND SSDs and SanDisk Ultra 3D SSDs. These are the world’s first consumer-grade solid state drives that use the 64-layer 3D NAND technology to deliver lower power consumption with higher performance, endurance and capacities.
The WD + SanDisk SSDs With 64-Layer 3D NAND Technology
Targeting DIY enthusiasts, resellers and system builders, the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSDs boast an industry-leading 1.75 million hours MTTF, as well as the quality backing of WD Functional Integrity Testing Lab (F.I.T. Lab) certification.
The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSDs, on the other hand, are intended for gaming and creative enthusiasts who want to improve their PCs. The product delivers enhanced endurance and reliability, no-wait boot-up, shorter application load times, and quicker data transfers.
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The WD 3D NAND Technology
Western Digital first announced their 64-layer 3D NAND technology, also known as BiCS3, last year. However, it was only slated for commercial volume production in the first half of 2017.
BiCS3 was developed jointly with their technology and manufacturing partner, Toshiba. It not only uses 64-layers, but also 3-bits-per-cell technology to achieve high capacity (256 to 512 gigabits per chip) and performance at a much lower cost.
Availability & Pricing
The WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSDs and SanDisk Ultra 3D SSDs are available in storage capacities from 250 GB to 2 TB in the traditional 2.5-inch / 7mm cased drive form factor. They have the same MSRP:
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Korean superstar Song Ji-hyo is here for a special occasion – the official launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note8 in Malaysia! Join us for the full coverage of the Samsung Galaxy Note8 launch event with Song Ji-hyo!
Introducing The Samsung Galaxy Note8!
In these two videos, Lim Kian Meng (Head of IT and Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia) and Julian Thean (Head of Product Marketing, Samsung Malaysia) introduce the new Samsung Galaxy Note8 phablet and its key features.
Enjoy & Do More With The Infinity Display
The Galaxy Note8 has the biggest screen ever on a Note device, yet its narrow body makes it comfortable to hold in one hand. The 6.3-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display lets you see more and scroll less.
The new App Pair feature lets you create a custom pair of apps on the Edge Panel and simultaneously launch two apps with ease. You can now watch a video while messaging your friends or dial into a conference call with the number and agenda in front of you.
A New Way To Communicate With The S-Pen
With the Galaxy Note8, the enhanced S Pen unlocks entirely new ways to write, draw, and interact with the phone and communicate with friends.
It has a finer tip, improved pressure sensitivity, and features that enable users to express themselves in ways that no other stylus or smartphone ever has.
You can also share animated texts or drawings across platforms that support animated GIFs.
For overseas travels or when you come across a website in a foreign language, the improved S Pen Translate feature lets you hover over text to quickly translate not only individual words, but entire sentences in up to 71 languages, and instantly convert units and foreign currencies.
Take Better Pictures With Best-in-Class Camera
The Samsung Galaxy Note8 is the first smartphone with two 12 MP rear cameras with Dual Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) on both the wide-angle and telephoto lenses. It also has an industry-leading 8 MP Smart Auto Focus front-facing camera for sharp selfies and video chats.
For more advanced photo-taking, the Galaxy Note8’s Live Focus feature lets you control the depth of field by allowing you to adjust the bokeh effect in preview mode and after you take the photo. In Dual Capture mode, both rear cameras take two pictures simultaneously and allow you to save both images; one close-up shot from the telephoto lens and one wide-angle shot that shows the entire background.
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Song Ji-hyo Loves Her Samsung Galaxy Note8
Song Ji-hyo was one of the Korean celebrities to get an advanced unit of the Samsung Galaxy Note8, and she tells us what she loves most about her Galaxy Note8 phablet.
She even demonstrated how to use her favourite feature in the Galaxy Note8 – Live Message!
Samsung Galaxy Note8 Price & Availability
The Samsung Galaxy Note8 is available in Malaysia starting 21 September 2017, with a recommended retail price of RM 3,999 / ~US$ 949 (inclusive of 6% GST). It is available in three colour options – Midnight Black, Orchid Gray and Maple Gold.
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When ASUS announced that Korean superstar Gong Yoo is the brand ambassador for the ASUS ZenFone 4 smartphones, they also announced that he would grace the ASUS ZenFone 4 launch event. We were amongst the lucky few to be flown to Taipei for the “We Love Photo” event. Join us for our complete coverage of the ASUS ZenFone 4 “We Love Photo” launch event!
With six videos and five smartphones in this one event, we divided the coverage into smaller, more manageable chunks :
ASUS called it the “We Love Photo” event because the new ZenFone 4 family of smartphones is all about mobile photography. In fact, this is the first family of smartphones in the world to feature dual-lens cameras in every single model!
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We earlier shared with you the specifications and our hands-on previews of the five ASUS ZenFone 4 models. If not, well, check them out below :
Although the many models may be confusing, they are very simply divided into three categories. The Selfie series is designed to offer the ultimate selfie photographic capabilities, while the Max series is focused on battery life. The main series (without Selfie or Max) focus on the main camera capabilities.
The ASUS “We Love Photo” Event
The ASUS ZenFone 4 “We Love Photo” launch event was slated to start at 2 PM on 17 August 2017. But guess what – Gong Yoo’s fans started queuing outside the Next TV Studio in downtown Taipei 12 hours early – at 2 AM in the morning! About a hundred of his fans were permitted to join us in the event hall, while the others had to wait outside in specially-erected tents. Look at how crowded the hall was!
The “We Love Photo” event kicked off with a pre-launch show, followed by a welcome speech by ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih.
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The ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Series
ASUS Design Director Jen Chuang then revealed the key features of the ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie smartphones. These are designed to offer the ultimate selfie photography capabilities, so they all boast a dual-lens camera in the front!
ZenUI 4.0 & The ASUS ZenFone 4 Series
ASUS Head of Global Content Marketing Marcel Campos then talked about the new ASUS ZenUI 4.0. He revealed that not only will the new ASUS ZenFone 4 smartphones be upgraded to Android Oreo with ZenUI 4.0, the entire ZenFone 3 series will also receive the same upgrade!
He then shared the key features of the mainline ASUS ZenFone 4 smartphones. As every ASUS ZenFone 4 smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, he also invited ST Liew, VP & President of Qualcomm Taiwan, to talk about Qualcomm’s partnership with ASUS.
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Specifications & Prices
In this video, ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih comes on stage to reveal the specifications and prices of the new ASUS ZenFone 4 models.
Here are the general prices that Jonney Shih announced :
Finally, the ASUS ZenFone 4 brand ambassador, and Korean superstar, Gong Yoo, came on stage to show off the new ZenFone 4 models. He then had an interview session (in Korean and Mandarin) with the hosts, before taking some selfies with four lucky fans!
More Event Photos
Here are some other photos from the ASUS “We Love Photo” event!
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honor Malaysia today introduced the honor 8 Pro premium smartphone. It features a top-of-the-line processor, a long battery life, a 5.7″ Quad HD display and a dual-lens camera – all packed into a chassis that is just under 7 mm thick!
The honor 8 Pro is Geared for Speed
The honor 8 Pro is powered by the Kirin 960 SoC, that promises significantly better performance than its predecessor, the Kirin 950.
The Kirin 960 has 8 processor cores – 4 x high-performance ARM Cortex-A73 cores clocked at 2.4 GHz and 4 x low-power Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 1.8 GHz – that improve single-core and multi-core performance by 10% and 18% respectively.
The ARM Mali-G71 GPU includes support for the cutting-edge Vulkan API, boosting graphics performance by up to 400%.
The new EMUI 5.1 system leverages machine learning to learn from your behavior and habits to minimise lag and ensure applications and files load smoothly. For example, if you tend to open an application at a certain time of the day, the honor 8 Pro will be able to anticipate your needs and pre-load the application.
Longer Battery Life
Coupled with advanced power-saving features, the honor 8 Pro’s 4,000 mAh battery provides up to 2 days of regular use, and almost 1.44 days of heavy use. The Smart Power 5.0 technology helps to maximise battery life by automatically identifying and terminating processes with exceptionally high power consumption, as well as minimising power consumed by background applications.
Minimalist Sophistication
Thehonor 8 Pro boasts an ultra-thin 6.97 mm metal body that is available in navy blue or midnight black colours. Its Quad HD display features a high pixel density of 515 ppi, 16.7 million colours and a 94.5% NTSC color gamut.
The honor 8 Pro also comes VR-ready, with a bundled cardboard viewer and pre-installed Jaunt VR app containing a wealth of video content. Users will also be able to dive into the exhilarating world of Galaxy on Fire 3, the first 3D game to run on the Vulkan interface.
Dual 12 MP Cameras
The honor 8 Pro features a 12 MP dual-lens camera. The two lenses work in tandem to always deliver the perfect shot:
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the monochrome lens captures a black-and-white image with incredible depth of detail while the RGB lens ensure faithful and vivid color reproduction
the camera software then combines the two images together.
The camera supports a wide software aperture range (f/0.95–f/16) to delivers DSLR-like depth of field “bokeh” effects for both photo and video shooting. The cameras also support 4K video recording, which are encoded in the efficient H.265 codec, producing files twice as small as its predecessor.
EMUI 5.1 also introduces Highlights, a new feature co-developed with Go Pro that intelligently organises photos by category and automatically generates video stories that are easily customisable – making sharing memories a breeze.
The 2017 Mobile Legends South East Asia Cup
Marking honor 8 Pro’s exclusive partnership for the 2017 Mobile Legends South East Asia Cup in Malaysia, Mandy Dai, Senior Marketing Director from Moonton said, “I am honoured to announce this exclusive partnership with honor Malaysia and have the honor 8 Pro as the official gaming phone for the tournament which will be used by professional e-sport gamers. The honor 8 Pro is a device that offers exceptional speed, graphic and detail, and we believe that gamers will take pleasure through its superior user experience.”
The honor 8 Pro Price & Availability
The honor 8 Pro will be made available in the Malaysia market beginning 11 July at a retail price of RM1,999 / ~US$ 475. vMall, the official licensed e-store for honor and HUAWEI will be the first online platform to offer the honor 8 Pro followed by honor experience stores and display zones beginning 12 July 2017.
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The French are here again, and they brought three new smartphones with them – the Wiko Upulse, the Wiko Harry and the Wiko Kenny. Unlike most French products, they are affordable mid-range smartphones with a price range of RM 500-800 (~US$ 119-189). Let’s check them out!
The Wiko Upulse, Harry & Kenny Revealed!
The Wiko Harry and Wiko Kenny are from the Wiko Y range, while the Wiko Upulse is their new Wiko U model. Introducing them is Ken Ang, Wiko Business Development Director.
Wiko Upulse
The Wiko Upulse is the most powerful model being introduced. Here are its key features :
Full HD 5.5″ IPS display (720 x 1280 pixels) with 2.5D edge
Android 7.0 Nougat
Quad-core MediaTek MT6735 (1.3 GHz) processor
3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage
13 MP main camera, with single LED flash
8 MP front camera, with soft flash
Dual micro SIM + microSD (up to 128 GB)
Brushed aluminium chassis
3,000 mAh battery
Wiko Harry
The Wiko Harry is the more premium model of the two new Wiko Y range models being introduced. Here are its key features :
Full HD 5″ IPS display (720 x 1280 pixels)
Quad-core MediaTek MT6735 (1.3 GHz) processor
3 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage
13 MP main camera, with 5 MP front camera, with single LED flash
Dual micro SIM + microSD (up to 128 GB)
Brushed aluminium chassis
2,500 mAh battery
Wiko Kenny
The Wiko Kenny is the most basic model being introduced. Here are its key features :
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Quad-core MediaTek MT6735 (1.1 GHz) processor
2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage
8 MP main camera, with 5 MP front camera
Dual micro SIM + microSD (up to 128 GB)
2,500 mAh battery
Wiko Upulse, Harry & Kenny Price & Availability
All three Wiko models are available for sale right now at these recommended retail prices (RRP) :
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On 19 June 2017, nubia officially entered the Malaysian market with three of their latest smartphones – the nubia M2, nubia M2 Lite and nubia N1 Lite. Take a look at the origin of the nubia brand of smartphones, and find out these three smartphones offer!
The Origin Of The Nubia Brand
nubia is actually a ZTE brand that was established in 2012. Erik Meng, the nubia ASEAN regional director explains their origin, and the meaning of the name nubia, and their technological milestones so far.
The nubia M2, M2 Lite & N1 Lite Smartphones Revealed!
In this video, CP Chow, Senior Channel Manager of nubia Malaysia, presents the key features of the nubia M2, M2 Lite and N1 Lite smartphones.
The nubia M2 Smartphone
The nubia M2 (Lowest price) was designed using the nubiArc design concept. It has a slim metal unibody that is polished and sand-blasted, undergoing a 72-step process to create a soft texture. It is also the first nubia smartphone to offer dual main cameras, with a 13 MP colour sensor and a 13 MP monochrome sensor.
Both cameras are protected by sapphire glass, and come with f/2.2 lenses. Their images are processed by an image engine that consists of a DOF (depth of field) calculator and a dual-core image signal processor. The cameras also support PDAF, allowing for very fast focusing (0.1 seconds).
The primary colour camera also supports 3D noise reduction, which reduces noise in low-light conditions. The monochrome sensor increases light input, allowing for brighter and clearer night shots. They are supported by a dual LED real-tone flash.
The nubia M2 (Lowest price) smartphone boasts a 5.5″ Super AMOLED display, and a full HD resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass, with a 2.5D edge. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, and comes with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. It packs a 3,630 mAh battery which supports 18 W fast-charging technology.
The nubia M2 (Lowest price) also features a fast fingerprint sensor, and support for DTS HEADPHONE:X, as well as a hybrid SIM tray.
The nubia M2 Lite Smartphone
The nubia M2 Lite (Lowest price) is a less-capable version of the nubia M2. It is still a 5.5″ smartphone, but it only has an IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1280, without Gorilla Glass protection.
The M2 Lite (Lowest price) is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio P10 SoC, and comes with 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. It has a 3,000 mAh battery that supports 10 W charging.
Instead of a dual camera system, it has a single 13 MP primary camera (f/2.2 lens), and a 16 MP selfie camera (f/2.0 lens). It also has a fast fingerprint sensor.
The nubia N1 Lite Smartphone
The nubia N1 Lite (Lowest price) is also their entry-level smartphone, with a 5.5″ IPS display (720 x 1280). It is powered by the quad-core MediaTek MT6737, and comes with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The N1 Lite (Lowest price) has an 8 MP rear camera with f/2.0 lens and dual LED flash, and a 5 MP front camera with f/2.8 lens and a soft light flash.
It has dual SIM capability, and packs a 3,000 mAh battery. It also has a fingerprint sensor, but this is located at the back.
The nubia M2, M2 Lite & N1 Lite Price & Availability
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The nubia M2 (Lowest price) is available in Black Gold and Champagne Gold colours, with a retail price of RM 1,699 / ~US$ 399.
The nubia M2 Lite (Lowest price) is available in Black Gold and Champagne Gold colours as well, with a retail price of RM 1,099 / ~US$ 259.
The nubia N1 Lite (Lowest price) is only available in the Black Gold colour, with a retail price of just RM 599 / ~US$ 139.
Limited quantities of the nubia Z11 (Lowest price), powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820, with 6 GB RAM and 64 GB storage, will be available for sale at RM 1,899 / ~US$ 449.
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At the prestigious The Edge of Beyond 2017 event, ASUS launched a stunning line-up of thin and light ASUS ZenBook and ASUS VivoBook laptops. Get the full details of the incredibly svelte 2017 ASUS ZenBook and VivoBook laptops, including their price and availability!
The 2017 ASUS ZenBook & VivoBook Laptops Revealed!
Thin and light is obviously the the motto of the day. Everything ASUS revealed was both thin and light. No exceptions.
The new ASUS ZenBook Flip S (UX370) is the world’s thinnest convertible laptop; while the ASUS ZenBook 3 Deluxe (UX490) is the world’s thinnest [1] 14″ laptop. Even the powerful ASUS ZenBook Pro (UX550) is the thinnest and lightest laptop in the professional-grade ultraportable series.
The ASUS VivoBook family also received the same treatment. The ASUS VivoBook S15 features a 15.6″ display in a 14″-class chassis; while the ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 packs a tremendous amount of computing and graphics power in a form factor that is less than 20 mm thick.
[1] As of 1st May, 2017 based on internal ASUS market analysis of 2-in-1 convertible laptops with the following key competitive criteria: Windows or OS X operating system; thickness measured at z-height; Intel Core processor; non-detachable keyboard.
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Price & Availability
In this video, Leo Tseng, Country Manager of ASUS Malaysia, reveals the price and availability of the 2017 ASUS ZenBook and VivoBook laptops.
Here is a summary of the price and availability of the 2017 ASUS ZenBook and VivoBook laptops :
ASUS ZenBook 3 Deluxe (UX490) is available now with an SRP of RM 8,299 / ~US$ 1,969
ASUS ZenBook 3 Pro (UX550) is available now with an SRP of RM 7,299 / ~US$ 1,729
ASUS ZenBook Flip S (UX370) is available in early August with an SRP of RM 6,699 / ~US$ 1,589
ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (N580) is available in early August with an SRP of RM 4,799 / ~US$ 1,139
ASUS VivoBook S15 (S510) is available in early July with an SRP of RM 3,699 / ~US$ 879 (Core i7) or RM 2,899 / ~US$ 689 (Core i5).
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The 2017 ASUS ZenBook & VivoBook Laptops
ASUS ZenBook 3 Deluxe (UX490)
SRP (+GST): RM 8,299 / ~US$ 1,969 Availability: Available now
The stunning all-aluminum ASUS ZenBook 3 Deluxe, winner of a Computex 2017 d&i Award, has a 12.9mm-thin and 1.1 kg-light 13-inch-class chassis that houses a gorgeous 14-inch NanoEdge ultranarrow-bezel display. ZenBook 3 Deluxe is the world’s thinnest 14″ laptop, providing users with the perfect balance between portability and productivity.
The ZenBook 3 Series is designed to deliver unprecedented performance, and ZenBook 3 Deluxe takes this to the next level with the latest 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 16 GB of 2133 MHz LPDDR3 RAM, and a blazingly-fast up 1 TB PCI Express SSD — one of the largest-capacity SSDs available.
Unrivalled expansion capabilities are provided by two USB Type-C ports that are Thunderbolt 3-enabled with support for 40Gbps data transfers, dual 4K UHD external displays and power delivery. ZenBook 3 Deluxe comes with Windows 10 and is also equipped with a fingerprint sensor for easy one-touch login with Windows Hello.
ASUS ZenBook Pro (UX550)
SRP (+GST): RM 7,299 / ~US$ 1,729 Availability: beginning of August 2017
ASUS ZenBook Pro is designed to entice with pure, unadulterated power. This redesigned model —winner of a Computex 2017 Best Choice Award — is the thinnest, lightest and most powerful ZenBook Pro ever, offering discerning professional users a winning combination of serious performance and supremely elegant design. Every part of ZenBook Pro has been crafted to make it faster, more powerful and more amazing than the previous generation.
Using the highest performance 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ quad-core processor for notebooks, gaming-grade NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics, a 512 GB PCIe x4 SSD and 16 GB DDR4 RAM, it delivers ultimate computing performance and unrivaled style, with day-long battery life of up to 14 hours.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro features a stunning 15.6″ FHD NanoEdge display for an expanded view and quad-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound audio, creating an incredible visual and audio experience. ZenBook Pro features Windows 10 and is also equipped with a fingerprint sensor for quick and secure one-touch login with Windows Hello.
Despite its astonishing performance, ZenBook Pro is incredibly compact, with a precision-crafted all-aluminum unibody that’s just 18.9 mm thin and 1.8 kg light. The NanoEdge display has a slim 7.3 mm bezel that enhances the beauty of ZenBook Pro while minimizing its overall dimensions. Every detail of ZenBook Pro is even more beautiful than before — including its iconic Zen-inspired spun-metal finish, diamond-cut silver edges, and illuminated lid logo.
ASUS ZenBook Flip S (UX370)
SRP (+GST): RM 6,699 / ~US$ 1,589 Availability: beginning of August 2017
ASUS ZenBook Flip S, winner of a Computex 2017 d&i Award, is the world’s thinnest1 convertible laptop, and also one of the lightest. Combining elegant sophistication with the convenience and versatility of a 360°-flippable display, this ultrathin convertible is only 10.9 mm thin and 1.1 kg light. The innovative 360° ErgoLift hinge has a dual-action mechanism that lifts and tilts the keyboard into the perfect typing position when the display is opened beyond 135°.
ZenBook Flip S features Windows 10 and is powered by 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7500U processor and an ultrafast 512 GB PCIe SSD, allowing users to sail through everyday computing tasks with ease. To keep ZenBook Flip S comfortably cool, ASUS engineers invented a brand-new cooling system using state-of-the-art components, including a liquid-crystal-polymer fan impeller that’s just 0.3mm thin.
The FHD multitouch NanoEdge display on ZenBook Flip S supports an active stylus, combining an amazing visual experience with the convenience of effortless and intuitive interactivity. ZenBook Flip S also includes one of our smallest-ever laptop fingerprint sensors — measuring just 16 x 3.6 mm — for instant one-touch login via Windows Hello in either laptop or tablet mode.
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ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (N580)
SRP (+GST): RM 4,799 / ~US$ 1,139 Availability: beginning of August 2017
ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 is a slim and lightweight 15.6-inch Windows 10 laptop powered by a 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ quad-core processor with 4 GB DDR4 RAM and gaming-grade NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics. An intelligent dual-fan cooling system with a dual-copper thermal module and heat pipes ensures the system stays cool during intense gaming sessions or under heavy loads.
VivoBook Pro 15 has a FHD (1920 x 1080) display with wide-view technology and a wide 100 percent sRGB color gamut. It features Harman Kardon-certified audio, including twin speakers with large 8cc audio chambers and smart-amplifier technology for 3.2X louder volume. VivoBook Pro 15 features support for ASUS Pen (optional)
ASUS VivoBook S15 (S510)
SRP (+GST): RM 3,699 / ~US$ 879 (Core i7) or RM 2,899 / ~US$ 689 (Core i5) Availability: beginning of July 2017
ASUS VivoBook S15 is the latest and most premium model in the VivoBook Series. This 15.6″ slim and lightweight Windows 10 laptop is designed for those constantly on the go, with a 17.9mm profile and weighing just 1.5 kg.
It features an Icicle Gold finish for a quality feel, and a NanoEdge display with a slim 7.8 mm bezel that provides a larger display area for more immersive viewing.
This stylish laptop is powered by the latest 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7500U processor with 4GB DDR4 memory and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics.
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Sony just launched the Sony Alpha 9 (α9) full-frame mirrorless camera with a continuous shooting speed of up to 20 fps. That is an astounding 484 million pixels being recorded and stored per second! That is a level of photographic performance that is currently unmatched by any other camera in the market.
In this article, we will share with you the full details of the Sony Alpha 9 (α9) camera (Price Check), including the official presentations and press release. We will also share with you a showcase of the Sony α9‘s photographic capabilities in the hands of a world-class photojournalist and photographer, Benjamin Lowy.
The Sony Alpha 9 (α9) FF Mirrorless Camera Revealed!
Takashi Yasuda, the General Manager & Head of the Sony Digital Imaging Marketing Division, started with an overview of the market performance of Sony interchangeable lens cameras, and the key features that helped them gain an advantage over their rivals.
Then Chiou Bing Han, Senior Manager & Head of Digital Imaging Marketing, Sony Malaysia, detailed the key features of the new Sony Alpha 9 (α9) full-frame mirrorless camera (Price Check).
He also shared details of the three new Sony lenses – the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS (Lowest price), the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM (Lowest price) and the Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G, including examples of photos taken with the new lenses.
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Benjamin Lowy on the new Sony Alpha 9 (α9)
Benjamin Lowy is a renown photojournalist who has covered numerous conflicts, from the Iraq war to the wars in Afghanistan and Libya. He has since gone into sports photography, covering the Sochi Winter Olympics, and wildlife photography. He has even gone on the recent American Presidential campaign trail!
Sony flew him all the way from New York to showcase his work, as well as show off the photos he took with the new Sony Alpha 9 (α9) full-frame mirrorless camera. He emphasised how useful it was that Sony α9 (Price Check) was not only smaller in size, it also operated silently – particularly useful when photographing wildlife.
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Some Sony Alpha 9 (α9) Sample Photos
Sony gave us the opportunity to take some sample photos on the Sony Alpha 9 (α9) (Price Check) and the FE 16-35mm f/4 ZA OSS lens. Note that these were not taken with the newly-launched FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM (Price Check).
Sony also released a variety of new accessories to compliment the new α9, including:
NP-FZ100 Rechargeable Battery: High-capacity battery with approximately 2.2x the capacity of the NP-FW50 W-series battery. Supports InfoLITHIUM technology, which makes it possible to view the remaining battery power as both a percentage display and five step icon on the camera’s LCD screen.
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NPA-MQZ1K Multi-Battery Adaptor Kit: External multi-battery adaptor kit capable of functioning as an external power supply for four Z series batteries and as a quick charger. Kit comes with two packs of NP-FZ100 rechargeable batteries.
GP-X1EM Grip Extension: Grip extender with same look, feel and design as α9. Enables more solid hold on camera.
FDA-EP18 Eyepiece Cup: Eye piece cup with locking mechanism
BC-QZ1 Battery Charger: Quick-charging battery charger. Charges one new Z series battery in approximately 2.5 hours.
PCK-LG1Screen Protect Glass Sheet: Hard, shatterproof glass screen protector with anti-stain coating to prevent fingerprints. Compatible with touch operation and tilting LCD screen
Price & Availability
The Sony α9 interchangeable lens camera is now available in Malaysia.
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The Sony Alpha 9 (α9) Press Release (Part 1/2)
15 June 2017 – Sony today introduced its new revolutionary digital camera, the α9 (model ILCE-9). The most technologically advanced, innovative digital camera that Sony has ever created, the new α9 (Price Check) offers a level of imaging performance that is simply unmatched by any camera ever created – mirrorless, SLR or otherwise.
Exmor RS CMOS sensor
The new camera offers many impressive capabilities that are simply not possible with a modern digital SLR camera including high-speed, blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 20 fps, 60 AF/AE tracking calculations per second [1], a maximum shutter speed of up to 1/32,000 second and much more.
These are made possible thanks to its 35mm full-frame stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor – the world’s first of its kind – which enables data speed processing at up to 20x faster than previous Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras [2]. This unique sensor is paired with a brand new, upgraded BIONZ X processing engine and front-end LSI that maximises overall performance.
This industry-leading speed and innovative silent shooting is combined with a focusing system that features an incredible 693 phase detection AF points. Covering approximately 93% of the frame, the focusing system ensures that even the fastest moving subjects are reliably captured and tracked across the frame.
Dual SD media card slots
The new α9 (Price Check) also features a vibration free, fully electronic, completely silent anti-distortion shutter with absolutely no mechanical mirror or shutter noise, making it an extremely powerful photographic tool for any shooting situation that demands quiet operation.
To ensure maximum usability and reliability, the camera features a new Z battery with approximately 2.2x the capacity of W batteries, as well as dual SD media card slots, including one that supports UHS-II cards. An Ethernet port (wired LAN terminal) is available as well, and there is a wide variety of new settings, controls and customisability options that are essential for working professionals.
A New Standard of Speed and Focusing Accuracy
Critical to the record-breaking speed of the new α9 is the combination of the new stacked 24.2 MP Exmor RS image sensor, new BIONZ X processor and front end LSI.
The immense processing power from these new components allows for faster AF/AE calculation while also reducing EVF display latency. The processor and front end LSI are also responsible for the larger continuous shooting buffer, enabling photographers to shoot at a blazing 20 fps with continuous AF/AE tracking for up to 362 JPEG or 241 RAWimages.
The camera’s innovative AF system tracks complex, erratic motion with higher accuracy than ever before, with the ability to calculate AF/AE at up to 60 times per second, regardless of shutter release and frame capture. Furthermore, when the shutter is released while shooting stills, the electronic viewfinder functions with absolutely no blackout [3], giving the user a seamless live view of their subject at all times.
This feature truly combines all of the benefits of an electronic viewfinder with the immediacy and “in the moment” advantages that not even the finest optical viewfinders can match, and is available in all still image modes [4] including high speed 20 fps continuous shooting.
With 693 focal plane phase detection AF points covering approximately 93% of the frame, the camera ensures improved precision and unfailing focus in scenes where focus might otherwise be difficult to achieve. The Fast Hybrid AF system – pairing the speed and excellent tracking performance of phase detection AF with the precision of contrast AF – achieves approximately 25% faster performance when compared with α7R II, ensuring all fast-moving subjects are captured.
Professional Capabilities in a Compact Body
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The α9 (Price Check) features an all-new, high-resolution, high-luminance Quad-VGA OLED Tru-Finder with approximately 3,686k dots for extremely accurate, true-to-life detail reproduction. The new Tru-Finder, which is the highest resolution viewfinder Sony has ever incorporated in an α camera, features an optical design that includes a double-sided aspherical element, helping it to achieve 0.78x magnification and a level of corner to corner sharpness that is simply outstanding.
The EVF also utilises a ZEISS T* Coating to greatly reduce reflections, and has a fluorine coating on the outer lens that repels dirt.
This all adds up to a luminance that is 2x higher than the XGA OLED Tru-Finder from the α7R II, creating a viewfinder image with a brightness level that is nearly identical to the actual scene being framed, ensuring the most natural shooting experience. The frame rate of the Tru-Finder is even customisable, with options to set it for 60 fps or 120 fps to best match the action.
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The Sony Alpha 9 (α9) Press Release (Part 2/2)
5-axis image stabilisation system
The α9 (Price Check) is equipped with an innovative 5-axis image stabilisation system that provides a shutter speed advantage of 5.0 steps, ensuring the full power of the new sensor can be realised, even in challenging lighting. With a simple half press of the shutter button, the effect of the image stabilisation can be monitored in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen, allowing framing and focus to be accurately checked and continually monitored.
The α9 (Price Check) also offers an Ethernet port (wired LAN terminal), allowing convenient transfer of still image files to a specified FTP server at high speeds, making it an ideal choice for studio photography, high-profile news and sporting events and more. In addition, there is a sync terminal, enabling external flash units and cables to be connected directly for convenient flash sync.
New Features for Fast Operation
Sony’s new α9 (Price Check) has several new and updated focus functions that support faster, easier focusing in a variety of situations. The camera features a multi-selector joystick on the back of the camera, allowing shooters to easily shift focus within the frame by pressing the multi-selector in any direction up, down, left or right when shooting in Zone, Flexible Spot or Expanded Flexible Spot focus area modes. The new model also offers touch focusing on the rear LCD screen for easy selection of, and shifting focus towards a desired focus point or subject.
New for Sony E-mount cameras, the α9 (Price Check) includes the addition of separate drive mode and focus mode dials, plus a new “AF ON” button that can be pressed to activate autofocus directly when shooting still images or movies.
α9 with SEL100400GM
Additional new capabilities include the “AF Area Registration”, which allows frequently used focus areas to be memorised and recalled via custom button assignments. There is also the ability to assign specific settings (exposure, shutter speed, drive mode, etc) to a custom button to be instantly recalled when needed.
The camera can memorise and automatically recall the last focus point used in a vertical or horizontal orientation, instantly switching back to it when that specific orientation is used again. For enhanced customisation, a “My Menu” feature is available, allowing up to 30 menu items to be registered in a custom menu for instant recall when needed.
Double Battery Life, Double Memory
The innovative α9 (Price Check) camera features an all-new Sony battery (model NP-FZ100) with 2.2x the capacity of previous Sony full-frame models, allowing for much longer shooting performance.
Based on extensive customer feedback, the new camera offers two separate media card slots, including one for UHS-II media. The same data can simultaneously be recorded to both cards, or the user can choose to separate RAW / JPEG or still images / movies. Movies can also simultaneously be recorded to two cards for backup and more efficient data management.
High Sensitivity and Wide Dynamic Range
The unique design of the α9 (Price Check) image sensor represents the pinnacle of Sony device technology. The 24.2 MP full-frame stacked CMOS sensor is back-illuminated, allowing it to capture maximum light and produce outstanding, true-to-life image quality. The sensor also enables the diverse ISO range of 100 – 51200, expandable to 50 – 204800 [5] , ensuring optimum image quality with minimum noise at all settings.
The enhanced BIONZ X processor plays a large part in image quality as well, as it helps to minimise noise in the higher sensitivity range while also reducing the need to limit ISO sensitivity in situations where the highest quality image is required.
The new α9 (Price Check) also supports uncompressed 14-bit RAW, ensuring users can get the most out of the wide dynamic range of the sensor.
4K Video Capture
The new α9 (Price Check) is a very capable video camera as it offers 4K (3840x2160p) video recording across the full width of the full-frame image sensor [6]. When shooting in this format, the camera uses full pixel readout without pixel binning to collect 6K of information, oversampling it to produce high quality 4K footage with exceptional detail and depth. Recording is also available in the popular Super 35mm size.
Additionally, the camera can record Full HD at 120 fps at up to 100 Mbps, which allows footage to be reviewed and eventually edited into 4x or 5x slow motion video files in Full HD resolution with AF tracking.
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[1] At shutter speeds higher than 1/125 sec, smooth and blackout-free live view images are shown in EVF
[2] Compared to the front-illuminated CMOS image sensor in the α7 II.
[3] Display updating will be slower at slow shutter speeds.
[4] When the auto or electronic shutter mode is selected the viewfinder frame rate is fixed at 60 fps during continuous shooting.
[5] Still images, mechanical shutter: ISO 100 – 51200 expandable to ISO 50 – 204800. Still images, electronic shutter: ISO 100 – 25600 expandable to ISO 50 – 25600. Movie recording: ISO 100 – 51200 expandable to ISO 100 – 102400.
[6] Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card required for XAVC S format movie recording. UHS Speed Class U3 required for 100Mbps or higher recording
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2 June 2017 – Inspired by the power of touch and the Brilliant U, HTC Malaysia unveiled locally the HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada), the world’s first smartphone with revolutionary new squeeze interaction.
The HTC U11 Smartphone
Made for “U” with design, materials and experiences that reflect your inner drive, passion, creativity and individuality, HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) offers the most advanced features ever in a smartphone, including:
HTC Edge Sense, the next dimension in touch interaction with your smartphone.
Liquid Surface, a stunning, unique design that reflects you.
HTC USonic, our most advanced headset ever built for personal audio, now including Active Noise Cancellation
Amazing cameras with the highest independent rating ever awarded to a smartphone camera.
HTC Sense Companion, Google Assistant, for a smarter, more helpful smartphone.
U touch
Few things are as natural and intuitive as the sense of touch. HTC Edge Sense transforms this fundamental sense into a completely new and revolutionary interaction with your smartphone. With a simple squeeze, HTC Edge Sense lets you easily engage with your smartphone in an unprecedented yet intuitive way, helping you more naturally enjoy the things you love like taking photos, opening Facebook, or launching any of your favorite apps.
For example, with HTC Edge Sense, launching your camera has never been easier. No more fumbling for buttons or awkward hand positions. No more worrying about dropping your smartphone while you pose. Just lift, squeeze, smile and snap.
You can also send texts faster and easier than before. Texting can be impossible when you are on the move, but using HTC Edge Sense for Voice to Text, you can speak your text messages without having to slow down. Lightly squeeze, speak your message and send your texts on the go.
You can even customize the squeeze gesture: open email with just a squeeze. Or launch your favorite game (or any other app). Or pick any one of a host of options. Want even more touch control? HTC Edge Sense gives you the ability to activate advanced touch and use a “short squeeze” as well as a “squeeze and hold” for even more functionality at your fingertips.
And because HTC Edge Sense is based on actual pressure applied to the side of the device, it can be used in nearly any condition – including while wearing gloves or in weather such as snow or rain that would normally be a challenge with capacitive buttons.
Reflects U
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The new seamless, curved look of HTC U11 is achieved with 3D glass on both front and back. Heating and then bending the glass using extreme pressure results in unique, 3-axis symmetry for a smartphone that is slim no matter which way you hold it.
HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) has a 5.5” Quad HD 3D glass screen designed for vivid, crisp images and text in any light – even direct sunlight. With our best display and true-to-life color reproduction, we provide you a purer full-framed viewing experience. Our display avoids the cropped pictures or distorted colors at the edge that are the results you can expect from a curved screen.
Plus, HTC U11 is water-resistant, so no need to worry about splashes, spills, or dunks.
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Tuned to U
HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) introduces the latest version of HTC USonic, which now combines Active Noise Cancellation with the ability to tune audio to your unique hearing. By leveraging built-in microphones on the headset and USB-C data connectivity, USonic earbuds map your inner ear with an advanced sonar-like technology and then adapt the sound profile to your unique biology. This creates an incredibly personal and optimized listening experience with vibrant audio shaped specifically for you.
USonic now incorporates Active Noise Cancellation, which reduces disruptions and distractions around you, so you can stay focused on your music. Active Noise Cancellation continuously monitors environmental sound levels and quickly adjusts to any new noises or disturbances. You’re free to stay focused on your music, videos, or games.
HTC BoomSound Hi-Fi Edition speakers got an upgrade, too. We have improved the speaker design to deliver more loudness and better Dynamic Range Audio. On top, the tweeter now offers an acoustic chamber that allows the highs and mids to sound richer. While below, the woofer sports a new speaker and improved magnetic circuit design for louder, clearer and deeper bass tones. You really have to hear it to believe the power of BoomSound.
We did not forget to upgrade the microphones, either, using four optimally positioned omni-directional microphones together with our new Acoustic Focus technology, HTC brings you our best 3D audio recording quality yet. HTC U11’s microphones work together to record audio from all directions and when shooting video with Acoustic Focus, you can visually zoom in to target your subject and amplify their specific sounds.
Out of the box, we will also ship an HTC USB-C to 3.5mm adapter with a built-in DAC that offers great audio performance and wide compatibility with all other devices and earphones.
Pictures that move U
HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) has achieved the highest ever rating for a smartphone camera for both photo and video by independent metric DxOMark. Our multi-axis optical stabilization system and super-fast autofocus in all lighting conditions make the camera quick, your pictures sharp, and videos smooth. We improved our camera and video for a more dynamic exposure range with HDR Boost without the lag, new white balance enhancement, a major reduction in noise and excellent detail preservation.
HTC U11 introduces Auto HDR Boost to give you all the benefits of HDR without the lag. HDR Boost offers clearer, more balanced pictures by taking multiple shots that measure the darkest shadows and brightest highlights without any slowdown. HTC U11 enhances textures and colors, increases visible detail and brings out the best in every shot. When shooting video, Temporal Noise Reduction automatically uses information from the previous and next frames to remove unwanted noise and deliver the clearest video.
Great news for serious photographers: HTC U11 incorporates the new UltraSpeed AutoFocus with same full sensor auto-focus technology that’s found in top DSLR cameras, so you can enjoy significantly faster focus speeds, with snappy and delightful performance. In addition, HTC U11’s exceptional optical and electronic stabilization system will keep your photos and video steady and crisp even when your hand is shaking.
The new front camera now combines high-resolution 16MP detail and our UltraPixel light sensitivity for brilliant selfies day or night. It also utilizes the same powerful HDR Boost and noise reduction as the main camera.
The smarter digital companion for U
Three brains are better than one, so inside HTC U11 you can find three intelligent companions devoted to you: HTC Sense Companion and Google Assistant.
We have made HTC Sense Companion smarter than ever: it will get to know you and your daily patterns over time in order to offer you more convenience every day. For example, HTC Sense Companion is smart enough to notice if you have any late appointments that day and will remind you to recharge while you have time or bring a power bank. It will make sure your smartphone is running at its optimum speed by suggesting to clear junk files and unused apps for more free space. It will let you know if you need to dress for inclement weather conditions, track your fitness progress relative to your goals, recommend great nearby restaurants at mealtime, and much more.
HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) runs the latest version of Android, so it also includes Google Assistant, the helpful personal assistant powered by Google se arch and services for finding directions, getting answers, managing your tasks, planning your day and entertainment.
Powerful U
HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) is the first smartphone to be commercially released worldwide that is exclusively powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Mobile Platform. So no matter what region of the world you live in, you get an octa-core processor with breakthrough speeds, jaw-dropping graphics, impressively smooth performance and outstanding battery life. Every HTC U11 also includes UFS 2.1 for the fastest processor paired with the fastest memory performance. Experience Gigabit Class LTE (up to 1Gbps) with the integrated Snapdragon X16 LTE modem, which is designed to deliver fiber optic speeds on the go for lightning-fast music and video downloads and to get almost instant access to the web, social media sites or your content in the cloud. You get 25% faster graphics than the HTC 10, with 35% or 3 hours more video playback, 30% or 8 hours more music playback and 43% or 3.5 hours longer web browsing time via a LTE network.
A blazing fast processor with amazing camera and incredible HTC USonic sound means you’ll want a lot of storage for apps, games, photos, music and entertainment: The HTC U11 is available in the 6GB RAM/128GB variant.
HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) also offers a fingerprint reader for enhanced privacy and security. Requiring just a few minutes to set up, the fingerprint reader will unlock your smartphone with the press of your finger – making it faster and easier to jot the note, capture the photo, or do anything you want with your smartphone on a moment’s notice.
The HTC U11 Price & Availability
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The HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) is priced at RM3,099.00 (inclusive of 6% GST) / ~US$ 729, and is currently available in Amazing Silver, Sapphire Blue and Brilliant Black. The HTC U11 will be available for purchase from late June 2017 at all authorized HTC retailers.
In conjunction with the launch of HTC U11, Maxis will be the first telco partner to offer exclusive smartphone plans starting late June.
Additionally, the HTC U11 (Amazon | Lazada) will be available for pre-order on Lazada Malaysia, 11Street Malaysia and HTC Malaysia’s Facebook page this month. Early buyers who pre-order the HTC U11 through Lazada Malaysia, 11Street Malaysia, Maxis and HTC Malaysia’s Facebook page will be eligible to receive exclusive U11timate box sets which include limited edition HTC merchandises, while stocks last.
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Be sure to catch our coverage of the launch event for the presentations by Samsung VP Lee Jui Siang, and Samsung Product Manager, Julian Thean. Don’t forget to also read ourSamsung Galaxy S8 Review! Find out why we gave it our Editor’s Choice Award!
Douglas Lim On His Galaxy S8 Smartphone
Most of us remember him from the sitcom Kopitiam, which is the Malaysian version of Friends. Since then, Douglas Lim has done everything from busking to stand-up comedy, and now directing and producing his own shows. We had some time to chat and he recounted to me his experience during the recent month-long tour at the Melbourne International Festival.
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Jinny Boy On His Galaxy S8 Smartphone
Jin Lim, or Jinny Boy, started off as Hitz.fm radio announcer, and now makes hilarious videos with his buddy and co-conspirator, Reuben Kang on the popular JinnyBoyTV YouTube channel.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 & S8+ Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ (Amazon | Lazada) are now available for purchase at the recommended retail prices of RM 3,299 (~US$ 729) and RM 3,699 (~US$ 819) respectively.
Don’t forget to also read ourSamsung Galaxy S8 Review! Find out why we gave it our Editor’s Choice Award!
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On 4 May 2017, Samsung Malaysia officially launched the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ smartphones (Amazon | Lazada) in a star-studded event. Join comedians and YouTube stars like Harith Iskander, Douglas Lim, Jinny Boy and Reuben Kang at the Samsung Galaxy S8 launch!
Don’t forget to also read ourSamsung Galaxy S8 Review! Find out why we gave it our Editor’s Choice Award!
The Samsung Galaxy S8 Launch
Malaysian comedian Harith Iskander, officially the Funniest Person in the World, kickstarted the Samsung Galaxy S8 & S8+ launch event.
Then Lee Jui Siang, Vice President of IT & Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia, gave us an update on pre-order for the Galaxy S8 & S8+ smartphones.
Finally, Julian Thean, Senior Product Manager of IT and Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia, gave a presentation of the Samsung Galaxy S8 & S8+ smartphones.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ (Amazon | Lazada) are now available for purchase at the recommended retail prices of RM 3,299 (~US$ 729) and RM 3,699 (~US$ 819) respectively.
Don’t forget to also read ourSamsung Galaxy S8 Review! Find out why we gave it our Editor’s Choice Award!
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The Samsung x Grab Pre-Order Collection Offer
In conjunction with the Samsung Galaxy S8 launch in Malaysia, Samsung collaborated with Grab to offer thousands of pre-order customers complimentary rides to their preferred Samsung Experience Stores to collect their Galaxy S8 and S8+ smartphones!
These Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ (Amazon | Lazada) pre-order customers get to enjoy two GrabCar rides (up to RM 30 per ride) to and from Samsung Experience Stores in Malaysia. This offer is limited to the first 14,000 redemptions from 4 May to 10 May 2017, so hurry and grab it while the offer lasts!
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On 3 May 2017, vivo officially revealed the vivo V5s. Dubbed as the “Perfect Selfie” smartphone, it boasts an incredible 20 MP front camera with a dedicated soft LED flash. Check out the star-studded launch event, and get briefed on the vivo V5s price and availability, as well as its key features!
The vivo V5s launch kicked off with an amazing drum performance. Check it out!
Then Winston Wu, vivo Product Manager, gave a presentation on the key features of the new vivo V5s “Perfect Selfie” smartphone.
Here is a summary of the vivo V5s’ key features :
The Perfect Selfie
The vivo V5s is equipped with a 20 MP Sony IMX376 sensor with f/2.0 aperture and an updated Selfie Softlight. It also comes with the Face Beauty 6.0 and Group Selfie that allow you to create better selfies and wefies.
Ample Memory & Storage
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The vivo V5s comes with 4 GB of memory and 64 GB of internal storage. If that is not enough, you can add a microSD card for up to 256 GB of additional storage.
App Clone
The vivo V5s also offers the App Clone feature, which allows you to use up to two accounts to log into the same social media apps. Current supported apps include WhatsApp, Line, BBM, WeChat, Zalo and Viber.
For The Audiophile
The vivo V5s boasts a 32-bit Asahi Kasei AK4376 DAC with headphone amplifier. The AK4376 is capable of achieving -106dB THD+N and 125dB SNR.
vivo V5s Price & Availability
The vivo V5s will come in three colour options – Matte Black, Gold, and Rose Gold. It will be available for pre-order on 3rd May, 2017 with the retail price of RM 1299 (GST inclusive) / ~US$ 289. The vivo V5s will officially go on sale in Malaysia on 10 May 2017.
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