Moto G6-High Performance Budget Phone

Besides Xiaomi, Lenovo's Moto G series is also one of the most famous household names when it comes to affordable smartphones with high quality specifications. This year, Lenovo's latest low-cost high-performance G Series is the Moto G6 which promises flagship specs at budget price that will not break you bank. Can it give Xiaomi's Redmi Note 5 a run for its money, especially India, its biggest market outside China?

Moto G6 is a sleek, beautiful smartphone.

Just like other smartphones in its range, Moto G6 now embraces the 18:9 display format for its 5.7-inch Full HD+ display with a resolution of 2,160 x 1080 pixels. The screen is fortified by Corning Gorrila Glass 3 to protect the 407ppi IPS LCD display. The back of the phone will feature a 3D glass back for that added premium touch. For those who hate notch display, the good news is this trend has not been adopted by the Moto G6, so you can have the whole screen for your viewing pleasure.

More screen for you with less bezel.

Under the hood, Moto G6 is revved by 1.8GHz Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor together with Adreno 506 GPU. There will be either 3GB or 4GB of RAM to make the phone snappy and buttery smooth. Moto G6 has 32GB or 64GB of internal storage and it is expandable up to 128GB thanks to the MicroSD slot. The good news is, there is till the much-needed 3.5mm headphone jack for you to listen to your favourite tunes.

Unique rear dual-camera layout.

For your photography needs, Moto G6 packs a dual rear camera with a set up of 12MP (f/1.8)+5MP. The main rear cameras are capable of features like studio quality portraits, black and white, selective focus, spot colour and cutout effects. Flip the device to the front and you will be greeted by the 8MP front camera for all your selfies need. At the bottom chin of Moto G6, you will have the fingerprint sensor at your disposal to unlock your phone. Moreover it also doubles up as go back, home and recent apps when you swipe or tap it.

Charge your Moto G6 in minutes and use for the whole day!

Moto G6 comes with the so-called "Water-resistant Nano Coating" but there is no official IP rating, so it will be a wise not get it too wet. Running on Android 8.0 Oreo, Moto G6 is juiced by a 3,000mAh battery which supports lightning fast 15W TurboPower Charging via USB Type-C. For those who need to have more than one identity, you will happy to know that this 4G smartphone comes with 2 nano-sim. Available in 4 different colours namely deep indigo, blush, black and silver, Moto G6 retails at US$249 (RM1000). So do you think Moto G6 can outdo Redmi Note 5?

Moto G6 is ready to impress you.


Trust is very important in a corporate world and that is why showing appreciation to your customers or even partners are vital to retain their valuable business. In other words, our gestures of gratitude will help to maintain a solid professional relationship which will bode well for us in the long run. Sometimes a simple thank you card will seem to be sufficient. However if you wish to acknowledge the contribution of your clients to your business, a corporate gift is the perfect token of appreciation.

We all love to receive gifts, don't we?

That will bring us to the next question: what is the best corporate gift? Though we have many options at our disposal, no other corporate gift comes close to match pen drive as a premium gift for our valued customers. In fact, when it is meticulously planned, pen drive as unique corporate gifts for our clients is the perfect choice for any customer. The following are the reasons:

The premium wooden touch.

5 Reasons Pen Drive Is A Unique Corporate Gift

1-Branding

We are all aware that the brand of a company is what makes it valuable. Reputation and credibility is everything when it comes to a company. Hence when you present a pen drive as a unique gift to your customer, you can personalize the pen drive to have your company's logo or name engraved onto it. In other words, you will always be on the mind of your clients as they will of course use the personalized pen drive very often.

2-Usability

How many mugs do you stick to when you drink your coffee? Probably only one or two. How many pen drives do you need? The more, the merrier of course. Unlike other corporate gifts, pen drive is very unique as they can serve your many different purposes. You can have a pen drive for your photos, a pen drive for your favourite songs, a pen drive for your movies and of course a pen drive to store all your important work. Hence you will never get enough of pen drive.

3-Durability

Let us all be honest, how many of your pen drives are broken due to physical damage? I guess the answer is a big no. Being very durable, pen drives can take a lot of knocks and bumps, and yet work perfectly as needed. Some of my pen drives have personally taken a swim in the washing machines, still they execute their tasks without any hiccups. Thus, it is obvious that you want pen drive as a special corporate gift because you want your brand or business to be equally "durable" as well, right?

4-Premium Touch

By now, we have seen so many different types of pen drive all around us right? Pen drives come in different sizes and shapes: Be it swivel type pen drive, the highly pocket-able credit card-shaped pen drive or even wristband drive just to name a few. The best part is, you can add that personalized, premium touch to the pen drives. For example you can engrave your company's logo onto the Key-shaped pen drive which exudes so much personality and class. Moreover it is can be hooked together with your keys, so no more going around looking for your pen drive.

5-Affordability

When it comes to spending money to buy gifts for your customers, sometimes it is very difficult to stay within your budget. That is why pen drive is the ideal corporate gift as it is relatively inexpensive and it looks very appealing while also doubling up as your company's brand booster. Therefore when it comes to being cost-effective, pen drive should be on top of your corporate gift list ideas.

Key-shaped pen drive-My personal favourite.

There you go: 5 reasons why pen drive is the best unique corporate gifts for your clients. If you want to increase your company's visibility, while offering a personalized premium gift which is pragmatic and durable at the same time, pen drive is seriously the have-it all gift choice. The best part is as there are so many pen drive suppliers for you to choose from, rest assured that you can get quality corporate gifts for your beloved customers.


Naztech 18W Super Changer For Your Smartphones & Tablets

It is common right now for each and every one of us to have more than one gadget. As we speak, you might have more than one smartphone, another extra tablet or even a laptop for your convenience and usage. Yours truly me has 2 laptops, 2 smartphones and 1 tablet at my disposal. That means we need to have a FAST charger to juice up our mobile devices. Introducing Naztech 18W Super Wall Charger to charge any of your USB-powered smartphones, tablets, wearables and it even supports USB-C flagship smartphones and even a 12-inch MacBook. In other words, it is the de facto charger for all your mobile devices.

Naztech 18W Super Changer

This Naztech 18W Super Wall Charger features high-speed USB-C PD (Power Delivery) and USB Adaptive Fast Charging Technology in a single charger. In fact, this advanced dual charger from Naztech can charge 2 devices simultaneously at high speed 18W, allowing you to save your time by up to 80% compared to using your regular charger. In other words, you only need to bring one charger to charge your mobile devices. Engineered with a specialized PD chipset, this charger has the capability to support up to 18 watts high voltage charging power.

Universal Compatibility.

Charge 2 devices at the same time.

This truly sounds like the dream charger for geeks and power users alike who lug around multiple devices and gadgets every day. Do you know that with Naztech 18W Super Wall Charger, you can charge say, your Samsung Galaxy 9 from zero to 50% in just 30 minutes? That is lightning fast considering that it is a multipurpose charger. The following are the key features of this awesome Naztech 18W PD and AFC Wall Charger:

 Lightning Fast Charging

Designed to be lightweight and compact, Naztech 18W Super Speed Wall Charger comes in sleek  rubberized design for durability and mobility. This is also an ideal charger for tourists who love to travel around the world. No mo worries as the universal compatibility means you only need one charger for all your devices. The best part is, Naztech 18W Super Wall Charger which retails at US$39,90 (RM160) has a limited lifetime warranty. Get this super charger now! :D

P.S.: If you need an even faster charger, you can get ultra fast Naztech 45W USB Type-C charger which also retails at US$39.90.


Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1-The Powerhouse Mid-Range Smartphone

Asus is announcing that it will be challenging the mid range smartphone market with the introduction of ZenFone Max Pro M1. In fact with the roll out of Max Pro M1, Asus' intent to conquer a saturated market which is primarily dominated by Xiaomi seems to be holding water. Asus is giving ZenFone Max Pro M1 the flagship treatment, arming it with best specifications available to be a powerhouse mid-ranger. So can it surpass the likes of Redmi Note 5 to be the King of the mid-range right? Let's find out.

 So Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 is a gaming phone?

First thing foremost instead, of following the trend to slap a glass back cover, ZenFone Max Pro M1 actually reverted to full-metal back plate which I honestly believe is more durable and will give you more piece of mind. Holding the device in your hand, you will be greeted by the gorgeously huge 6-inch FullView FHD+ 2.5D curved bezel-less display. The 18:9 FullView FHD+ resolution is capable of pumping 450 nits and 85% NTSC colour gamut which translate to crisp, vivid colours reproduction for your videos and gaming. Visual indulgence at its best I would say (at least for this price range)

The 6-inch FullView Display and awesome sound provide immersive gaming and video watching experience.

When it comes to audio capabilities of this device, you will be shocked. I am surprised that Asus actually throws in a 5-Magnet Loudspeaker which is complemented by an NXP Smart Amp. What does that his mean? The audiophile in you can feast on high-quality sound with almost no distortion at all. Now you can indulge yourself while watching videos, listening to music or playing games with that sensational eargasmic feeling. Boom! You get a multimedia wonder in the form of Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1.

All metal, less bulk at only 180g.

Being a powerhouse, ZenFone Max Pro M1 delivers top-notch performance with best in class specifications. Under the hood, Max Pro M1 is powered by the new Qualcomm 64-bit Octa-core Snapdragon 636 processor and Adreno 509 GPU to let you enjoy buttery smooth experience. Throw in either 3/4/6GB of RAM and it will churn unparalleled performance that few can match in its class. If the 32GB or 64GB of internal storage is not enough for you, you can always add more storage via the MicroSD slot which is expandable up to 2GB of storage.

Capture your precious moments vividly the way you see it.

This metal-encased ZenFone Max Pro M1 can also shoot beautiful photos with its cameras. The rear main shooter sports advanced 16MP+5MP f/2.0 dual-camera system will allow you to capture clearer and vivid photos all the time. The PDAF of LED flash of the rear cameras enables you to take great shots even in poorly lit places. Flip it to the front and you can take the most flawless selfies with the 16MP front selfie camera with live beautification. One of the amazing features of ZenFone Max Pro M1 that is worth mentioning is its ability to shoot videos at 4K UHD format at 60fps. Not many mid-range smartphones boast such high-quality video shooting.

Your battery can last you even longer now with 5,000mAh. *drooling*

ZenFone Max Pro M1 will be juiced by a enormous 5,000mAh battery pack which Asus claims to offer 35 days of 4G standby, 12 hours of continuous gaming or 20 hours of Youtube playback just to name a few. Certainly having a huge battery does make it stand out even brighter than its competitors. With Asus Flash Charge technology, you can quickly recharge your device. In terms of security, there is fast face unlock and a rear fingerprint sensor. More stunningly, Asus claims you can unlock Max Pro M1 even with your fingers are damp (wet). Wow...

Watch how limitless ZenFone Max Pro M1 can be...

Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 will be available in 3 variants in Malaysia:

[3GB/32GB] 13 + 5MP dual back camera, 8MP front-facing camera for RM699
[4GB/64GB] 16 + 5MP dual rear camera, 16MP front camera for RM849
[6GB/64GB] 16 + 5MP dual rear camera, 16MP front camera for RM999

Running on the latest Android 8.1 for snappier and purer Android experience, ZenFone Max Pro M1 supports 4G LTE that allows you to scorch the Internet in blistering pace. This awesome mid-ranger with powerful specs is available in 2 different colours: Meteor Silver and Deepsea Black. So does it live up to its billing as a real challenger for mid-range market. The answer is a definite yes. In fact, it has a valid claim to the thrown with its low price tag of RM699, which means not many can be mentioned in the same breath as ZenFone Max Pro M1. Period.


Xiaomi Redmi Note 5-The Best Smartphone Under RM1000

Xiaomi is synonymous with mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets which are extremely cheap yet providing premium specifications which rival more expensive devices from other companies. Today we are going to look at Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 which is arguably the best smartphone under RM1000 in Malaysia. Redmi Note 5 is the successor to Xiaomi's best-selling smartphone in 2017-Redmi Note 4. So let's see if this latest offering from Xiaomi can outdo its older sibling.

Redmi Note 5-A stunningly beautiful smartphone for less than RM1000!

Redmi Note 5 is the first smartphone from the company which features a bezel-less display at such a budget price. Featuring a 5.99-inch Full HD+ Full Screen display with an aspect ratio of 18:9 at 1080 x 2160 resolution, Redmi Note 5 boasts 2.5D curved glass design which is coated with tough Corning Gorilla Glass to shield it from any unwanted scratches and damage. The display is crisp and sharp with vivid colours for your visual pleasure.

Black is timelessly classy

2.5D curved Corning Gorrila Glass display

Under the hood, Redmi Note 5 is powered by Qualcomm's 14nm Octa-core Snapdragon 636 processor with Kyro architecture which can greatly improve overall performance and energy efficiency. Redmi Note 5 will come in 2 different variants namely 3GB of RAM with 32GB internal storage and 4GB RAM with 64GB of internal storage. You can add up to 128GB of  external storage via MicroSD slot.

Snapdragon 636 made its debut in Redmi Note 5

In terms of photography, Redmi Note 5 boasts a 12MP+5MP f/2.2 rear camera with dual tone LED. The 12MP shooter features larger pixel size of 1.4um pixels. The secondary 5MP camera adds exquisite depth of field to add more details to you priceless moments. Hence you will be able to capture high-quality, vivid photos even if you are in a low-light environment. Flip it to the front and you will get the 13MP f/2.0 front selfie camera with 4500k selfie light for all your flawless selfies. This means that your selfies will look naturally good even though in dimly lit places. You can also shoot HD videos using Redmi Note 5 at 30fps which is relatively good.

A closer look at the dual camera with dual tone LED.

The fingerprint sensor is placed ergonomically in the middle of the back of the phone, allowing for faster and accurate scanning. Apart from that, Xiaomi has also built this Redmi Note 5 to be more durable and tougher for clumsy hands like mine. Besides Corning Gorilla Glass, Redmi Note 5 also features customized reinforced corners which is specially crafted to reduce impact and damage to the device. Moreover dual graphene sheets are also incorporated to reduce device temperature so you will not complain about heating anymore.

You are covered: No more worries about accidental knocks.

Special thermal design to reduce unwanted heating of device.

Redmi Note 5 is offered in 2 different models:

4GB RAM + 64GB Storage (RM939)
3GB RAM + 32GB Storage (RM749)

Which colour matches you?

Running on MIUI 9, Redmi Note 5 allows you to enjoy fluid and lightning fast experience. A spokesperson from Xiaomi claims that the device might get MIUI 10 soon. Powered by a high-capacity 4,000mAh battery, Redmi Note 5 features the company's Quick Charging 2.0 technology with up to 120 days of standby time, which is insane to say the least. There are 3 different colours available for you to choose from: Black, Gold or Lake Blue. With unbelievable specs and beautiful AI dual cameras, Redmi Note 5 is the best smartphone under RM1000 (US$250). What do you think?

With such a low price tag, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is certainly punching above its weight.


Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 Tablet With 4G LTE

Finally, Mi Pad 4 Tablet has officially been unveiled in China and it comes with 4G LTE. I am glad that Xiaomi is still releasing a new tablet in spite of the uncertain demands for such devices as smartphones are getting bigger and bigger to replace what tablets were once used for-screen real estate. This new tablet from Xiaomi has LTE connectivity and face unlock for that added security despite its relatively cheap price tag.

Mi Pad 4-Xiaomi's 4th generation tablet.

Sporting an 8-inch 16:10 IPS display with Full HD resolution at 1920 x 1200 pixels (283dpi), Mi Pad 4 is Xiaomi's 4th generation of tablet in its line up. Under the hood, this stunning metallic Mi Pad 4 is powered by 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor, Adreno 512 GPU and is complemented by either 3GB or 4GB of RAM which is really good for its price range. In terms of internal storage Mi Pad 4 comes with either 32GB or 64GB which is expandable for up to 256GB extra space via microSD card.

Beautifully crafted metallic slate.

For your photography needs, Mi Pad features a 13MP f/2.0 rear camera which supports AI Beautification, HDR and 1080p video at 30fps. Flip it to the front, you will be greeted by the 5MP f/2.0 selfie camera. Though fingerprint sensor is absent (hence the cheap price tag), the front camera can be used together with the AI-assisted facial recognition technology to unlock your phone.

You can multitask: watch you favourite show while chatting with your friends.

The perfect screen size to read you e-books.

There is also a game center to optimize your gaming experience.

Extremely lightweight and thin to be used.

When it comes to connections, it is worth pointing out that Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 features LTE bands (B1/3/5/7/8) which can be readily used across Asia and Europe if you plan to import one. Yay to Malaysian Xiaomi fans. That aside, Mi Pad 4 also comes with GPS, energy-efficient Bluetooth 5.0 and 802.11ac 5GHz WiFi with 2×2 WiFi MIMO Support for faster connectivity when you are using your broadband Internet.

A single charge ofthe Mi Pad 4 can last you for the whole day.

This latest tablet from Xiaomi is highly mobile and compact. Tipping the scale at 342.5grams, Mi Pad 4 is razor thin with a thickness of 7.9mm, making it easy to be handled with one hand and lightweight enough to slip into your handbags. It will be juiced by a 6,000mAh battery which charges through USB Type-C with the standard 5V 2A power adapter.

So Black or Gold?

Mi Pad 4 is available in 3 different variants:

3GB RAM + 32GB storage WiFi – 1,099 CNY (about RM675)
4GB RAM + 64GB storage WiFi – 1,399 CNY (about RM860)
4GB RAM + 64GB storage LTE – 1,499 CNY (about RM921)

Available in 2 different colours: Gold or Black, Mi Pad 4 still comes with the 3.5mm headphone jack, dual microphones and stereo speakers for all your audio needs. This tablet will be perfect for watching movies and game playing. Xiaomi had made Mi Pad 4 is by far, one the most affordable LTE tablets in the market right now with a relatively cheap price tag of US$230 (RM921). I hope, we Malaysians can finally see this 4th generation of Xiaomi tablet to land on our shores soon.


Bose Sleepbuds To Lullaby You To Sleep

If you are the kind who cannot fall asleep easily due to the faintest noise, you might want to consider getting yourself this pair of Bose SleepBuds which has been proven to lullaby you to a deep sleep easily. Bose claims that by plugging these SleepBuds you can finally, really fall asleep soundly. No more sleepless nights caused by irritating sounds like traffic, loud neighbours or even your partner's snoring. In other words Bose SleepBuds will get rid of all those annoying "noise pollution" which are keeping you awake. So now you can go to bed now...zzZZZ.

Sleep better thanks to SleepBuds from Bose.

Being one of Bose's smallest products so far, SleepBuds will fit snugly without making you feel irritated at all. In fact, you can easily drift into deep sleep without even noticing that these SleepBuds are in your ears. Besides blocking out annoying noises, SleepBuds come pre-installed with 10 white noise tracks which promote relaxation and allow you to fall asleep easily. These white noise tracks mimic the sound of gentle waves, wind, traffic and even dogs just to name a few. However, music streaming is not available yet with SleepBuds.

Listen to soothing sounds to lull you to sleep.

The idea is to let you listen to soothing sounds to help you fall asleep easily on top of cancelling those active noises. This so-called noise masking technology of SleepBuds allow you to hear sleep-inducing sounds that aid you to drift into dreamland and stay asleep for a longer period of time so that you get adequate rest that you need. With urbanization, nighttime noises are increasing exponentially so much so it can become restless for a lot of people at night.  SleepBuds will be the solution for your sleeping problems.

Select your white noises from the 10 proven tracks for better sleep.

Rustle: Wind kicking up leaves.
Cascade: A cascading waterfall.
Shower: Gentle rain falling on leaves.
Circulate: A fan with an electrical undertone, like an air conditioner.
Altitude: Airplane cabin ambient noise.
Swell: Rolling and crashing waves.
Campfire: Crackling fire and softly chirping crickets.
Warm static: Broadband noise with high frequency content removed (also known as “brown” noise).
Downstream: A gentle stream.
Tranquility: A drone-like melody that some might also refer to as a spa-like sound.

Sleep can sound good again thanks to SleepBuds and now you get to enjoy lullabies such as the tranquilizing rustling of leaves or the evening singing of crickets. Rest assured that any of the 10 pre-loaded relaxing sounds have been tested to easily mask any unwanted noise and let you fall asleep easily. Bose also promises that they will add more soothing tracks in the future via future software updates. So SleepBuds will be a good long-term investment that pays dividends for you to be healthier and fitter thanks to better sleep.

Elegant charging case which doubles up as protective case.

Do you know that there is also Wake Up Alarms for your SleepBuds? Meaning that only you can hear your wake up call, without alarming the person sleeping next to you. How cool is that? Energy efficient Bluetooth is used by Bose's SleepBuds to easily connect to your Android of iOS devices via Bose Sleep App (Android, iOS) to select the sounds that you want to lullaby you to sleep, the volume of your tracks or simply change any settings. You will get 16-hour of battery life in a single charge and your SleepBuds can be recharged simply by putting them in their protective case which doubles up as a charging dock. At US$249.95 (RM1,000), SleepBuds can let you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to conquer the day!


Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro With A Hide-able Notch [5 Different Colours]

Guess everyone is going ga-ga for a notch on their smartphones huh? So that it will look like an iPhone? The designers behind Redmi series think that it is a good idea to have notch display for their next device...or not. Apparently Redmi 6 Pro features a setting to adjust the notch...or in other words to hide the notch. It appears that the notch on Redmi 6 Pro can be turned off by adjusting the display of the device. Pretty smart if you ask someone like me who does not like the notch.

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro in glorious Rose Gold hue for that elegant feminine touch.

Redmi 6 Pro is rumoured to feature a 5.84-inch 19.9 aspect ratio with Full HD+ resolution display (1080 x 2280 piexel) which is very similar to Huawei's very own mid range smartphone-Nova 3e. Flip it to the back Redmi 6 Pro retains the same Redmi Note 5 rear design which features the famous vertically aligned dual-camera set up that is unmistakably mighty similar to iPhone X's bump.

Don't like the notch on Redmi 6 Pro? Just turn it off. Yes...there is a "switch" for it. :D

The notch houses a 5MP front-selfie camera and the earpiece. At the back, the main rear shooter is a set up of 13MP+5MP dual-camera. Under the hood, Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro will be powered by Snapdragon 625, complemented by 4GB of RAM (up to 6GB) and 32GB of internal storage (up to 64GB). In terms of battery, the device will most probably be juiced by 4,000mAh battery which charges via microUSB port at the bottom.

 There are 5 different colours that you can choose from.

My personal favourite colour-Sand Gold

Masculine Black-the colour that men cannot go wrong with.

Flame Red for those who are flamboyant.

For those who want to get an iPhone X but feel it is too expensive, Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro seems like a good alternative. Available in 5 different colours: Black, Rose Gold, Sand Gold, Lake Blue and Flame Red, Redmi 6 Pro will be come with Android 8.1 Oreo and layered with Xiaomi MIUI 10. For those who can't wait, Redmi 6 Pro will be unveiled officially to the world on the 25th of June and will be priced competitively at around US$150 (RM600). So do you like the notch on Redmi 6 Pro? Remember that you can turn it off. :p


Fully Charged In 35 Minutes-Oppo Find X Lamborghini

Imagine if you can put an already very top-notch smartphone like Oppo Find X on steroid...what will you get? The superior Oppo Find X the Lamborghini Edition of course. This exclusive smartphone is Oppo's most premium (read expensive) offering for the select elite few with deep pockets. The famous hypercar Aventador S Roaster can blaze the tarmac at a top speed of 350KM per hour. Likwise Oppo Find X Lamborghini Edition can be FULLY charged from 0 to 100% in just 35 minutes with Oppo's very own Super VOOC Charging. Talk about speed aye!

Behold the Lamborghini edition of Oppo Find X

Though this limited edition Lamborghini is almost an identical copy of the regular Oppo Find X, it differs with its exquisite carbon-fibre patterns beneath its 3D glass back. More importantly, the iconic Lamborghini logo showing the raging Taurus, is engraved on the 3D glass back to exhibit a suspended 3D effect which really exudes a lot of class and status. This engraving technique allows the logo to have a floating impression no matter from which angle you are looking at it. Impressive!

Black is the new gold.

Like I have mentioned earlier, this Limited Edition Oppo Find X Lamborghini is all about speed especially in the charging its battery. No one wants a smartphone which needs to be plugged to the wall for a long time, no? That is why Oppo has unleashed Super VOOC Charging Technology to allow this premium Lamborghini Find X to charge the 3,400mAh from 0 to 100% or if you like FULLY charged in just 35 minutes. This new technology pushes the limit to 20W of power to make charging even faster. So is it safe? Yes, at least according to Oppo.

3 Reasons Why Super VOOC Charging Is Safe:

5V charging allows efficient, low-temperature charging
Low-voltage pulse-charge system dynamically regulates current
Uses innovative military-grade materials

Everything about this Oppo Find Lamborghini Edition is so polished!

I am sure the reassurance given by Oppo about its Super VOOC Charging will please a lot of prospective buyers with thick wallet. So who would fancy buying this limited edition Lamborghini Oppo Find X? With an equally premium price tag of 1,699 EUR (RM7,910) for 512GB of storage, this exclusive Oppo Find X will only appeal to those who are affluent and enjoy life living in the fast lane. Heck! I think all the owners of Lamborghini Aventador should be able to afford this to show support for their beloved hypercar maker. :)

The holy grail of smartphone-Oppo Find X Lamborghini!

Vrooom!


Suunto 3 Fitness Smartwatch-The Stylish Timepiece

Crafted for those who put a lot of emphasis on their health and well-being, the new Suunto 3 Fitness aims to keep us fit and relaxed (stress-less) all the time. Designed in Finland, Suunto 3 Fitness is the fashionable smartwatch that you would want to dominate your wrist with. Then again it looks more like an elegant, iconic everyday timepiece that everyone would love to put on unlike your other thick, bulky trackers which stick out of your hand.

Suunto 3 Fitness

For starters, Suunto 3 Fitness is capable of delivering personalized, individual training guide according to your fitness levels. What does this mean? In other words, Suunto 3 Fitness is the smartwatch that can learn and grow with you, adapting to your training rhythms and inspire you to be fit and healthy. It can guide you with an adaptive 7-day-plan for you to follow so that you heart can hit the intended heart rate zones in your workout or training. Hence when you log a workout, Suunto 3 Fitness' tracking features will change the intensity of your upcoming training plan for you to scale better progressively. A nifty fitness tracking feature!

Every single step is tracked.

Suunto really wants to appeal to a broader demographic of audience with the introduction of Suunto 3 Fitness smartwatch. Unlike the company's other connected sport watches, Suunto 3 Fitness is meticulously designed to be lightweight and smaller thanks to its minimalist profile. The timeless stainless steel bezel adds to its durability, making the smartwatch a real eye candy. Its small-size, rounded case and soft strap allows it to be featherweight and comfortable to wear day and even night. Moreover it can even track your sleep, notifying you the quality of your bedtime.

 Suunto 3 Fitness will give you a personalized 7-day training plan.

It will even track your quality of sleep.

Your daily steps, calories and heart rate are automatically tracked by Suunto 3 Fitness and it will also provide you with a view of your overall activity to help you balance your lifestyle. It can even tell you how you are feeling. *gasp* Suunto 3 Fitness is able to let you know about your stress and recovery stats based on your vitals. If the watch indicates that you are stressed, you will immediately remind yourself to take a step backward and breathe in deeply and sure enough you will be moving into recovering zone, out of the stressful one. Therefore, like I have mentioned earlier it helps you to relax, no? Ha :D

Gauge how hard you heart has been pumping for you.

Here comes the deal breaker: There is no touchscreen on Suunto 3 Fitness Smartwatch. Depending on your preference, it could be a good thing or something negative. On the plus side there will not be any accidental errant swipe anymore as you get to toggle retro style with the buttons. The omission of touchscreen is evidently done to conserve battery so that you can get maximum juice for your smartwatch. Suunto claims that the watch can last up to 5 days with 24/7 non-stop tracking and 10 days in watch mode which is pretty good.

It looks good all the time whether you are pumping iron or working in the office.

All in all Suunto 3 Fitness is a desirable smartwatch which is not only stylish, but also packs a lot of nifty fitness capabilities into a polished, irresistible package. The smartwatch will be available in 5 different models: Gold, All Black, Ocean, Sakura and Black. Though it is a bit pricey with a starting price of US$200 (RM800), Suunto 3 Fitness should be your choice of smartwatch if you want a fitness tracking timepiece on your wrist which is a looker! I know I do. :)

A stunning fitness tracking smartwatch which is actually a looker!


Oppo Find X-The Most Beautiful Phone In 2018 [PICS]

Just when you thought you have seen in all about smartphones this year, you are wrong. The Verge is one of the select few lucky ones to experience this first hand. Oppo Find X assures us that our search for the ultimate flagship smartphone has come to an end. Introducing the smartphone with 93.8% screen-to-body ratio which is almost an all-screen smartphone or device that we used to only dream in sci-fi box office movies. Thanks to the innovation pushed by Oppo, you can now own a piece of a futuristic phone that none others have so far...not even iPhone or Samsung.

Behold: The glorious Oppo Find X

The moment you hold it in your hand, you will be astounded by Oppo Find X's stunningly gorgeous 6.4-inch 1080p dual-curved AMOLED display which is almost bezel-less. You won't be seeing any notch here either, just pure huge display for your visual indulgence thanks (again) to its 93.8% screen-to-body ratio. Wait a minute...if the display is almost bezel-less and there is no notch...then where on earth is the camera right? The mysterious disappearance of cameras on Oppo Find X is the next jaw-dropping moment you will have.

Oppo Find X: Beautifully crafted to perfection.

So where did Oppo hide the front-facing camera and the rear main camera out of sight? The designers at Oppo must be a big fan of Houdini as they have successfully crafted Oppo Find X to have both the camera to be concealed or hidden when they are not in use. When you hit the camera app, the whole top section of the phone, between the front display and the glass back actually slides upward to reveal hidden cameras of Oppo Find X! Speaking about pure sleek genius design. It is like magic: Now you see the cameras....and...now you don't.

OK...so where is the camera?

After you have "activated" the cameras, you will be greeted by a 25MP front-facing selfie camera with AI Beautification Mode. Flip the gorgeous Oppo Find X to the back and you will see the 16MP+20MP rear dual camera setup. Such cutting edge camera slider design means Oppo has also equipped Find X with a 3D Face Scanner  which is sitting nicely next to your selfie camera. This 3D Face Scanner works in the same vein as Xiaomi's Mi 8 and this means you will have better piece of mind thanks to the added security.

The camera slider just pop up when you hit the camera app!

Some might argue that, after hitting the camera app...you might need to wait for a long time for the motorized slider to show your cameras. The truth is, it only takes 0.5 second to launch the cameras of Oppo Find X which is actually quite damn fast. After watching the video, demonstrating how the cameras slider is launched, you wonder why the other flagship smartphones cannot combine aesthetic and practicality like what Oppo has achieved with Find X? Playing it too safely in the comfort zone aye Apple and Samsung? :p

Oppo Find X boasts stylish curves and seamless lines of beauty.

When the cameras slider is not launched, it fits beautifully "into" the phone.

OK! Now that we have visually feasted on the design and beauty of Oppo Find X, we still need to scrutinize its specifications. So under the shiny metallic hood of Find X, you will get, of course the flagship Snapdragon 845 processor together with Adreno 630 GPU for pure power. There will be 8GB of RAM for buttery smooth usage of the smartphone and 256GB of internal storage. Last but not least Find X will be juiced with a 3,730mAh battery that supports OPPO's ultra fast VOOC fash-charging via USB Type-C. All these innards point to premium-class specifications that will certainly give other flagships a run for their money.

Watch Oppo Find X in action.

Although I really love the transparent, see-through glass back cover of Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition, I cannot deny that Oppo Find X is arguably the most beautiful smartphone we have seen in 2018. Besides the near bezel-less gorgeous display, the mind-blowing motorized cameras slider has made Find X the most impressive flagship we have seen so far. Such spectacular design, combined with flawless usability allows Oppo Find X to exude so much class and elegance, something that no smartphone has done so far. Do you want own a piece of the future? Oppo Find X is reported to have a retail price of at least US$700 (RM2,800 in Malaysia). This is relatively cheap, no?

Oppo Find X is so sublimely polished!

P.S.: I somehow can't help but feel that this out-of-the world design of Oppo Find X is made by Tony Stark (Ironman). Look at how polished it is...just like the armor of Ironman. Hmm...


Beats Pill+ The Splash-Proof Bluetooth Portable Speaker

Beats is known for its ultra iconic headphones which not only makes music enjoyment for audiophiles but has also become a fashion statement as well. However that doesn't mean the Beats cannot create awesome speakers as we have seen in the like of Beats Pill 2.0 which gives listeners that irresistible eargasmic sensation right? Today we are going to look at the Pill 2.0 successor in the form of Beats Pill+, which is the most beautiful and best-sounding portable speaker that Beats has crafted so far.

Beats Pill+ is the portable Bluetooth speaker that you need!

Pill+ looks a bit the same like its predecessor as both sport the capsule-like shape which gives them their name. Hence we could surmise that even after Beats has been acquired by Apple, the Pill+ redesign is not a radical one. Instead the form factor of Pill+ has been refined from its previous iteration to make it even better. It is more solid and feels more durable than Pill 2.0. On top of the Pill+ you will get 4 buttons to unleash its power. A power button on the left, a metallic play or pause button embellished with the unmistakable Beats "b" logo; And two more rubberized buttons for volume control on the right.  Simple and refined!

Apart from the superior craftsmanship and sturdy build, Beats Pill+ is by far the bests-sounding Beats portable bluetooth speaker to date. In other words Beats Pill+ is better than its older sibling-Pill 2.0, and can deliver that eargasmic sensation which audiophiles demand. The two-way active system allows the amplifiers to be built right into the speakers-one for each pair of the tweeter and woofer.

Use the four buttons to easily play music or adjust the volumes.

Beats claim that such design enables Pill+ to fire different frequencies of the beats (no pun intended) to the designated parts of the speaker which ultimately pumps out a collective symphony of sounds which are music to your ears. No matter what you throw at Pill+ for it to play, everything comes out clearly and fully. No more bass blurring the vocals of the songs; No more piano parts being go missing or inaudible. In other words, Beats Pill+ will deliver near lossless music for you to enjoy.

Use your Pill+ to charge your smartphones.

Though Pill+ is tad bigger than Pill 2.0, it is still very small, portable and convenient enough for you to bring it around. It is relatively light as it tips the scale at 1.5 pounds (680grams). A quick 3-hour charge by plugging in the lightning cable allows your Pill+ to have 12 hours of music playback. More amazingly, you can even use Beats Pill+ to charge your smartphone or other music devices via the USB port of the Lightning port at the back. You can also know more accurately how much juice your Pill+ have by looking at the LED fuel gauge.

I am in love with this Red Pill+

Apart from that, Pill+ comes with a few nifty features such as being able to be pair with another Pill+ to amplify the music played or to set up a dedicated stereo channels. Apart from that, with the Pill+ App, anyone can easily sync their smartphones to the Pill+ speaker without actually pressing any of the 4 physical buttons on the speaker. Talking about seamless connectivity. :)

This flap allows Pill+ to be water resistant.

Of course, one of the highlight features of Beats Pill+ is its Splash Proof ability. This water resistant feature is what most sets Pill+ from other portable speakers in the market. The Lightning charge port, 3.5mm aux input and the full-size USB ports are being covered by a rubbery flap which seals the Pill+ completely to prevent any unwanted water droplets from going in. Being splash-proof, it means you can bring your Pill+ speaker to a pool party to listen to music without really needing to be worried about it.

Being one of the loudest portable speakers in the market, Beats Pill+ holds its own when it comes to sound quality and pure volume. Being a Beats, Pill+ is beautifully designed to please not only your eardrums but eyes as well. Besides being able to be used as a charger, Pill+ is also water resistant which allows you to enjoy your speaker anywhere including somewhere watery. Available in 3 colours: White, Black and Red, Beats Pill+ which retails  with a price tag of US$129 is guaranteed to gratify your music needs be it in the comfort of your room or by the pool with your buddies.


4 Reasons To Buy Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition-The Transparent See Through Phone

By now a lot of smartphone buyers or tech enthusiastic would have heard about the somewhat "radical" Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition. This is one of the 3 variants of Xiaomi Mi 8 and it is the top of the line, premium smartphone that you seriously want to consider especially if you are out in the market, hunting for something similar to iPhone X. In other words, Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition is better than iPhone X but comes with a cheaper price tag. Ready to find out how groundbreaking this Xiaomi Mi 8 is?

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition with transparent glass back.

First and foremost, make no mistake that Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition is not just an iPhone X clone. It looks like iPhone, it feels like iPhone but it is way better than iPhone in almost every department especially after you take into account how "light" this Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition will be in your pocket. Under the hood, Xiaomi 8 will be powered by ultra-fast Snapdragon 845, complemented with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage for a relatively cheap price tag of US$575. At this price point, Xiaomi Mi 8 is giving iPhone X and other Android Flagships like Samsung Galaxy S9 a run for their money. Even the Flagships Killer OnePlus 6 will be sweating bullets!

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition Specifications

Display

6.21-inch AMOLED, 2248 x 1080 resolution, 18:7:9
  screen ratio

SoC

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Octa-core 2.8GHz

GPU

Adreno 630

RAM

8GB LPDDR4X

Storage

128GB UFS

Cameras

Rear cameras:
Main: 12MP with 1.4 micron pixels, 4-axis OIS, f/1.8 aperture
Secondary: 12MP telephoto with 1.0 micron pixels, f/2.4 aperture
Video: 4K at 30fps, 1080p at 240/120/30fps, 720p at 240/30fps

Front camera:

20MP with 1.8 micron pixels, f/2.0 aperture

Audio

Bottom-firing speaker, USB Type-C, No 3.5mm jack

Battery

3,000mAh (Non-removable), Quick Charge 4+

Facial Recognition

3D Facial Recognition

Sensors

In-display fingerprint, Hall, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Ambient
  Light, Electronic Compass, Barometer

Network

GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8
CDMA: 1X/EVDO BC0
WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B8
TD-SCDMA: B34/B39
TD-LTE: B34/B38/B39/B40/B41 (120MHz)
FDD-LTE: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B17/B20
LTE B41 4 antenna technology supporting 4x4 MIMO

Connectivity

Wi-Fi: 2x2 MIMO, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4G/5G, Bluetooth 5.0, AptX/AptX-HD
  support, NFC, Dual frequency GPS (GPS L1+L5, Galileo E1+E5a, QZSS L1+L5,
  GLONASS L1, Beidu B1)

SIM

Dual Nano-sim

Software

Android 8.1 MIUI 10

Dimensions & Weight

154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6mm, 177g

Colour

Transparent, See-through Glass Back

Now you can capture better photos with Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition features a gorgeous 6.21-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display with an aspect ratio of 18:9. Flip the phone to the back and you will get a dual-camera system with twin 12MP sensors which features dual-pixel autofocus and a portrait mode which is powered by a superior AI. Flip the Xiaomi Mi 8 to the frot and you will be greeted by a 20MP camera with f/2.0 aperture for more beautiful selfies. The AI on board of the camera can apply the best settings for different scenes and also has "Studio Lighting" portrait, which is of course very similar to the one heavily advertised by Apple.

4 Reasons to Buy Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition

1-Transparent See-through Glass Back

If I were to choose a smartphone which stands out from the crowd, Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition is undeniably the best-looking phone with "radical" design. One just can't take their eyes off the amazing transparent see-through glass back of the Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition the moment you lay yours eyes on it. It is so different and breathe a refreshing air to smartphone designs. Then again, some might argue that a few phones have featured such designs such as HTC U12+. However the transparent see-through glass back of Xiaomi Mi 8 looks more beautiful because the placement of the parts are not truly representative of what are actually inside the phone. So this "decorative" transparent see-through glass back is only for decorative purposes? True but it is truly artfully done. :)

 I am falling in love with this transparent see-through glass back of Xiaomi Mi 8

Though it is actually a decorative overlay. :p

2-Infrared 3D Face Unlocks Your Phone Even In The Dark

Xiaomi has announced that Mi 8 Explorer Edition is the first android phone to feature true 3-Dimensional face unlock which utilizes infrared light. The application of infrared helps to map out our face accurately. In other words you can unlock your smartphone using your face more securely with Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition. Apart from that, the infrared emitter allows the phone to have other tricks up its sleeves as it can be used for "Portrait Lighting" effects and to create animated characters such as Animoji (which is strikingly similar to iPhone X).

More secure face unlock with 3D infrared facial scanning.

3-In Screen Fingerprint Scanner

It is a shame that a lot of other so-called Android flagships have yet to integrate in-screen fingerprint sensor or scanner into their smartphones. The first Android phone to have in-display fingerprint sensor is Vivo X21. Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition's in-display fingerprint scanner is designed to be pressure sensitive, meaning that the smartphone will only scan your finger when you press down on the display. This setting eliminates unwanted accidental scanning of your finger and ultimately helps to save your phone battery.

Pressure sensitive in-display fingerprint scanner.

4-Unbeatable Cheap Price

Xiaomi is the company which offers smartphone buyers more bangs for their bucks. In other words, you will get ultra premium features and hardware for you Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition at a very cheap price compared to other flagship smartphones being offered by likes of Apple and Samsung. At only US$575, Mi 8 Explorer Edition is the flagships killer you have to seriously consider if you are looking for a top level smartphone that has the latest technology and features that will last you for years to come. Some analysts claim that Xiaomi is only earning a few bucks from each of its smartphones meaning that you are not being shortchanged by paying very expensive price for a device (think iPhone X).

Will you buy this beautiful Xioami Mi 8 Explorer Edition?

VERDICT

All in all, Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition is arguably one of the best smartphones available in the market right now. Its overall package is way ahead of the pack led by other Android smartphones and iPhone X. I would not be afraid to say that with 3D Infrared Face Unlock, In-display Fingerprint Scanner, elegant transparent see-through glass cover and extremely cheap price tag (US$575 or RM2,300 in Malaysia), Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Eidtion is the smartphone of the moment that none other can be mentioned in the same breath as it. Period.


OnePlus 6-The Best Flagships Killer Which Is Cheap

I am sure by now you have heard about OnePlus 6 feat in breaking records after records right? In just 22 days, one million OnePlus 6 devices have been sold globally which makes it the best-selling OnePlus flagship to date. Though selling 1 million unit is nothing to shout about when you compare that volume to Samsung or Xiaomi; then again it is an amazing achievement given the size of OnePlus, which also goes to show how good OnePlus 6 is and for many months to come as FLAGSHIPS KILLER! Samsung and Apple should be worried as their top of the shelves smartphones are getting ridiculously expensive.

Behold: OnePlus 6-Flagships Killer!

Yes. More and more consumers are turning to OnePlus 6 thanks to its affordable price point. It makes perfect logical sense to own a smartphone-OnePlus 6, which gives you more bangs for your hard-earned bucks. I mean why fork out US$1000 to buy a phone (think iPhone X) which is actually more or less the same as a US$529 (One Plus 6)? I have never been a big fan of expensive smartphones and hence will highly recommend those who want premium features and built for a phone without burning your wallet and pockets to get OnePlus 6.

OnePlus 6 is so beautifully designed that it puts the others to shame.

DISPLAY & BUILD

For starter, OnePlus 6 is a flagship on its own right. It has a tall, stunning 6.28-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a little notch which looks ultra beautiful. Flip to the back and you will delighted by the frosted glass-like matte finish which is not a fingerprints magnet. The polished back feels more like ceramic than glass. Throw in the elegant aluminium frame and you will get a beautiful device which exudes so much premium quality and touch. I will go as far as saying OnePlus 6 makes Galaxy S9 and iPhone X look boring and dull. :p

Stunning 3-D Multi-layered glass design.

PERFORMANCE

When it comes to performance, OnePlus 6 is the best Android phone on the market right now in terms of speed and performance thanks to its clean, stock Android OS which is not bloated and stuffed with unnecessary jingles and bells (softwares, apps etc.). OnePlus 6 outperformed Galaxy S9+ one Geekbench 4 benchmarking app which shows that the former is a smartphone of pure speed and responsiveness.

Beautiful speed demons crafted to perfection!

UNDER THE HOOD
Of course when it comes to parting money to buy a smartphone, the hardware and specifications of the device matter a lot as well. So here is a list of what you will get wit OnePlus 6:

Snappy Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chip
Complemented by 64, 128, or 256GB of storage
6GB or 8GB of RAM
3,300 mAh battery with Dash Charging (which charges the phone from 0-60% in 30 minutes)
Dual SIM card slots (LTE)
Android 8.1.0 with OxygenOS (almost stock-like Android)

Play your favourite games without a glitch at all!

More RAM for you to do more!

Do you need 6GB or 8GB of RAM?

Oxygen OS which is highly customizable and light.

YES! It is water resistant.

Charge 60% in just 30 minutes!

PRICE

So what do you need to pay for this Flagships Killer OnePLus 6?

$529 for 64GB of storage (6GB RAM)
$579 for 128GB of storage (8GB RAM)
$629 for 256GB of storage (8GB RAM)

For the uninitiated these listed specs of OnePlus 6 are way better than Samsung's Galaxy S9 or any other premium flagship Android phones available in the market right now. If you are price-conscious and a smart consumer, OnePlus should come in first when you are in the market hunting for a new smartphone with "future-proof" specs that will be light on your pocket.

Impressive cameras with Optical Image Stabilization.

CAMERAS

In this visually-stimulating era, the cameras of smartphones are becoming increasingly important and OnePlus 6 does not disappoint in this department either. The main rear camera consists of dual shooters sporting a 16MP (f/1.7f) complemented by a front-facing 20MP (f/1.7f) camera. OnePlus 6 now comes with Optical Image Stabilization which helps you to take great photos without the clumsy shakes. Autofocusing is snappy and precise, allowing you to snap all those priceless moments quickly. Moreover OnePlus 6 also can record 4K video at up to 60 frames per second and guess what slow-motion video can also be captured at High Definition up to 480 frames per second. Yeeeaa-aaa-aaiii? :D

OnePlus 6 is the speed you need!

VERDICT

Should you choose OnePlus 6 over all the other Android phones and iPhone X? The short answer is YES and the long answer is YEEEEEEEEES! Ha :D Jokes aside...other Android phone makers like Samsung should know that OnePlus 6 is not just a joke that they can ignore anymore. In fact, for merely US$529, OnePlus 6 boasts performance which dwarfs the expensive Galaxy S9, ultra-snappy Android OS, Gigabit connection (dual-LTE), best in class edge-to-edge display and yeah there is still a headphone jack (think iPhone X?) juiced by amazing marathon-like battery life. I rest my case.

Never settle for anything less than OnePlus 6!


Top 10 Features of Fitbit Ace For Kids

Finally, kids too can have their very own fitness tracker thanks to Fitbit. Introducing Fitbit Ace which is custom-made for kids aged 8 and above. Available globally, Fitbit Ace will come in two different colours that kids will adore Electric Blue (for boys) and Power Purple (for girls) and each of this fitness band will retail at US$99.95. It is not cheap but I am sure it will be useful and more importantly durable for kids and their usual knocks and bumps.

Fitbit Ace for your kids.

Fitbit Ace is almost like the adult version of Fitbit except children will never discover how much calories they have burnt or body fat percentages. These delicate information is only reserved for their old men (parents, guardians etc.) who will manage their children's Fitbit Ace via the new family accounts. Apart from that, Fitbit Ace is actually a very capable fitness tracker which aims to get kids more active and fit in the wake of rising child obesity due to their very sedentary lifestyles. So the following are the 12 main features of Fitbit Ace for kids.

Electric Blue or Power Power Purple?

10 Features of Fitbit Ace

1. Activity Tracking

All of our children's active minutes and daily steps will be accurately tracked to monitor how active they have been.

2. Step Challenges

Need to up the ante and challenge our kids? Get them to be motivated by allowing them to challenge others in step competitions in the Fitbit App.

3. Sleep Tracking

With Ace, you can encourage your children to have good bedtime habit. Meaning you will be able to know whether they are really sleeping or they turn the lights on again the moment you shut the door.

4. Clock Faces

It is all about ownership with this new Fitbit Ace as kids will have up to 10 fun clock faces to choose from to show them the date, time, goal progress and many more. Now kids can be stylish as well with their own clock faces.

5. Rewards & Badges

Nothing is more satisfying than knowing that you get a badge to show off once you accomplish an achievement. Goals and milestones will be acknowledged with funky messages and awesome badges. Great job! :)

6. Showproof

With showerproof feature you don't have to worry about water spills or puddle jumping in their schools.

7. Notifications

Kids who have a smartphone nearby can actually get call notifications on their wrist through Fitbit Ace. So now they are just one call away from you.

8. Set Activity Goals

If your kids love challenges and want to outdo themselves, they can easily set steps and active minutes goals that they want to achieve. So this will get them moving and have more fun at the same time. So shake it kid! Shake it!

9. Kid View

Your kids can now look at their very own accomplishments and be proud of themselves: check out their stats and badges. Moreover they can also swap their clock faces via the app. The best part is, this Kid View can be turned on and off by parents.

10. Reminders to Move

The very reason Fitbit Ace is created is to encourage our kids to be more active. By turning on Reminders to Move, children will receive notifications that will urge them to get up and start moving.

 Football or basketball, Fitbit Ace will ace it!

Challenge each other to be fitter and healthier with Fitbit Ace.

There you have it folks and parents, the top 10 features of Fitbit Ace which will help your kids to be more active and fit. I am sure they, themselves will be happy to have a "power" band that will let them be more healthy. Fitbit Ace has a battery that can last up to 5 days so your kids can spend more time moving instead and less time charging. If you already have a Fitbit, it is time to let your little ones join you. :)


Snapchat Spectacles 2.0-Take Photos & Videos

Snapchat has just launched their Spectacles Version 2.0 that can take beautiful photos and snap awesome videos. The best part is SnapChat Spectacles Version 2.0 is water-resistant, which means you can capture all your wacky moments and live actions even if you are under water. Though this pair of Spectacles V2 has two cameras on board, SnapChat has gone the extra miles to ensure that your shades will be  a fashion statement that will be the envy of everyone around you who don't have one. Ha :D

Behold: SnapChat Spectacles 2.0

Wearing SnapChat Spectacles 2.0 is actually akin to wearing those top branded sunglasses such as Ray Ban, Oakley and Prada just to name a few. SnapChat Spectacles 2.0 goes beyond being a fashion icon; The company has refined their glasses making it more wearable. Now Spectacles 2.0 comes with a slimmer frame to fit lighter lenses and prescription options which means your can replace your prescription glasses from your optometrists. Speaking about practicality huh! So everyone can look cool and have their very own pair of SnapChat Spectacles 2.0. No discrimination here. :p

Water-resistant: Jump into the ocean with your Spectacles 2.0

The company has also taken extra care about the little details such as better and faster syncing, smaller charging case which is convenient to carry along. Having said so, Spectacles 2.0 can now be worn as a tool to unleash your creativity; One that allows you to take photos at the beach with waves crashing on you without looking weird (no more yellow rings). That's not all, the team behind Snapchat Spectacles 2.0 also made sure that wind noise can be reduced exponentially when you are shooting videos with your glasses.

The moment you take your glasses out from their tennis ball box, you can immediately know that Spectacles Version 2.0 is built to last as it is of high quality. The yellow case which has been shrunk can fit snuggly into your pocket when you hit the beach while holding your surfboard. The battery has also been improved meaning that you can record and transfer up to 70 videos in more than one week which can be considered relatively good for a wearable.

Pick your colour for your Spectacles. :)

COLOURS

So what's your flavour? What colour do you think will match you..or your hair, makeup, dress or anything. So far there are three different mature colours of SnapChat Spectacles Version 2.0 for you to choose from and they are Ruby Daybreak, Sapphire Twilight and Onyx Moonlight. I personally love Onyx Black has it feels classy like a branded sunglasses. Ha :D Like I have mentioned earlier, those in the USA can actually order their Spectacles 2.0 with prescription lenses through Lensabi. I hope this will be made for widely available soon. By the way, the lenses are UVA and UVA rated which means you will have protection from the sun. :)

The epitome of fashion.

HOW TO SHOOT PHOTOS & VIDEOS

It is easy as 1-2-3. Long pressing allows you to easily snap a photo while a tap will shoot a 10-second video clip for you. Not long enough? Just tap a few more times and the video can be extended to 30 seconds. SnapChat has added an extra microphone to help reduce wind noise and equalize conversation so that the wearer does not sound too loud in the video. How about resolutions and qualities of photos and videos? Photos can be vividly capture at 1642 x 1642 pixels while videos are recorded at 1216 x 1216 pixels. Not bad at all aye?

Transferring photos and videos is 4x faster now.

SYNCING

To sync your pictures and videos between Spectacles Version 2.0 and your smartphone, you just need Bluetooth connection now. A 7-second long press of the shutter button is all you need to start transferring your photos and videos. Exporting your priceless moments now happens in HD and it is 4 times faster than Spectacles V1. Vast improvement if you ask me.

Source: Your Smart Home Guide

SnapChat Spectacles 2.0 at a glance.

Spectacles 2.0 is the fun sunglasses that we all should have. :)

Retailing at US$150 (RM600 for Malaysians), Snapchat Spectacles 2.0 will surely be selling out pretty fast thanks to overall improvements which will certainly appeal to SnapChat users. I can safely say that Spectacles 2.0 will become our default Sunglasses as it can be worn as a fashion statement. Likewise, social butterflies and professional creators will rejoice as they can now take photos and videos in a more meaningful, creative and even natural way. Spectacles 2.0 will definitely be a fun eye wear on your face. :)


Sword- A Weapon-detecting Phone Case That Could Save Your Life

Smartphone cases are usually defensive in nature to protect your smartphone from any unintentional knocks and drops; there are also cases of smartphones that can give you that extra juice so that your devices can last longer. So have you heard there is a new WEAPONS detecting smartphone case? YES! With this new case from Royal Holdings, your smartphone can turn into a weapon detector to detect any knife, gun and even bomb which could threaten your very survival and those around you. Sounds incredulous? Not anymore.

The Sword phone case which can detect weapons.

Ironically this weapon-detecting smartphone case is called "Sword". Sword is a 5-ounce smartphone case that can work like a 3D scanner for your detect any possible presence of weapons. The 18 programmable radio frequency (RF) antennas found in the case can scan bags and people to make sure that there are no hidden weapons. Should any possible weapon is concealed, the Sword App will immediately tell you what it is by running a compatibility matching scan using its weapon's signature database that the company has.

 Scanning for any possible threat.

One weapon identified...even if it is hidden in the bag.

Sword which is FCC approved, uses radio waves which is completely harmless to our body. The weapon-detecting case just need a clear line of sight to carry out its duty, scanning people and bags from up to 40 feet away. On top of that, the Sword App can also recognize faces. The facial recognition feature will quickly compares a person's face against an available watch list, and would later alert the authority. Barry Oberholzer who is the co-founder of the company said, "RF imaging and radio-wave-based technology has been around for many, many years...we just found a different application for it." And what an application it will be-one that could save hundreds or thousands of life.

So we do not need to worry about something that we cannot see anymore.

So Sword turns out to be like a military-grade phone case huh! Hence I really hope that this Sword phone case can be made more affordable to everyone, especially American students who are at constant risk of being killed or attacked by weapons since firearms such as guns and rifles are literally everywhere over there. Sword was sadly inspired by last year's terrorist attack during Ariana Grande's concert. If someone had had this Sword phone case, they would have been able to detect the suicide vest.

Watch how this Sword phone case could save your life.

It is obvious that the Sword phone case could possibly help to reduce or even prevent mass shootings at American schools where innocent students are being targeted. However Sword Phone case does have two drawbacks. The first one is the expensive price tag of US$950 if you pre-order now. Once it goes on sale, this weapon-detecting case will have a retail price of US$1250. Such pricing will totally make it unreachable to the masses which is really saddening. The second drawback is the Sword phone case can only support iPhone 8 Plus and Pixel 2XL for the time being.

I wish this Sword phone case can be made more affordable.


MIUI 10-The Top 7 New Features For Xiaomi Phones

Xiaomi is finally pushing out their much-anticipated MIUI 10 and owners of Redmi 3S, Redmi 5A, Mi 6 and Mi Mix 2S rejoice as you will be one of the first to enjoy this new roll out. Though this time around the update is not particularly groundbreaking, I still believe that Xiaomi's MIUI 10 packs 7 new awesome features and is definitely worth the download especially for Indian Xiaomi fans. Why India? Read on to find out.

1-Potrait Mode For Phones With Only Single Cameras

With more and more companies introducing dual-camera phones, it appears that smartphone with only single camera will be left in the cold. However that is not the case for Xiaomi. Portrait mode which was previously only exclusive for dual-camera set up, can now be enjoyed by Xiami smartphone which only has one camera to show off. To snap portrait mode photos, the dual camera set up will capture depth information and other details and one of MIUI 10 features is to deliver Software-optimized Portrait Mode for single camera devices. This is really cool and thoughtful of Xiaomi.

Portrait Mode is now available for your Xiaomi Single Camera Phone

2-Beautiful Recents Menu

Being a Samsung smartphone user, I can't helped buy be envious with this newly redesigned "Recents" menu found in MIUI 10. Why can't we have such beautiful recent screens like Xiaomi? *sigh* Taking advantage of swipe gestures for full-screen smartphones, these new gorgeous Recents Menu were redesigned meticulously with tall screens in mind. With MIUI 10, the new Recents Menu now boast a vertically scrolling list of apps which are running to let you have a quick glance of what is happening in the background. To delete any app, you just need to swipe them while tapping and holding on to any desired app will show you more options. Slick!

Absolute beauty in Recents Menu

3-More "Close-to-Nature" Notifications

Nobody wants to be overly attached to technology and that is why Xiaomi has turned to Mother Nature for inspirations to deliver more close-to-nature notifications and system sounds. Xiaomi claims that MIUI 10 willbe incorporating water droplet sounds for alerts and notification; what is even more amazing is that consecutive notifications will actually result in different rhythmic patterns of droplet sounds. Kudos to Xiaomi bringing us back to Nature.

Nature-inspired notifications for you.

4-A Timer for Relaxation

As an expansion to its "Close-to-Nature" move, Xiaomi has also thrown in a very notable feature that is worth mentioning-A Timer For Relaxation. With this new MIUI 10, you can run a count-down timer which will play soothing nature-themed sounds for you to relax and unwind. This addition is really a genius stroke and truly reminds of the highly relaxing white noise. So if you are feeling stressed, just run this timer to let loose.

Listen to the sound of rain to help you destress with MIUI 10.

5-New Sliders For Sounds & Brightness

With these redesigns in MIUI 10, now your volume and brightness sliders will look 10 times cooler than the other phones. Instead of showing the volume overlay on the top of the screen, tapping the volume rockers will now show you the volume slider on the right side of the screen which is close to the buttons. Here comes the awesome part: sliding your finger anywhere on the sliders allows you to alter the brightness or volume. In other words you are not forced to tap on the screen precisely to make any adjustment. A very welcome change indeed.

Now you have better volume and brightness control.

6-More Responsive OS

Google has done everything in its might to continuously develop and refine Android OS so that it is snappy and fluid to be used. Being very closely related to iOS, Xiaomi has also bucked up its MIUI 10 to make it more responsive. According to Xiaomi, MIUI 10 has incorporated 2 new features to speed things up: (1) Lock-free Critical Path and (2) Co-dependent Prioritizing. It is claimed that these 2 new additions will speed up your Xiaomi phone by 10 per cent in terms of processing speeds. So now you can expect MIUI 10 to be lightning fast. :D

It is all about speed in MIUI 10

7-Indian-ized MIUI 10

India is one of Xiaomi's fastest growing market as it is evident when the company comes in Number 1 for device shipments. Hence it is not surprising that Xiaomi is making MIUI 10 more India-friendly to reward their loyal fan base. So when are we Malaysians getting Malaysia-specific updates? LOL :p

Indian Xiaomi users can now take advantage of Paytm App

First and foremost, MIUI 10 is integrated deeply with Paytm App. By scanning a Paytm code with your Xiaomi Camera's QR Code, the Paytm app will be launched to complete the transaction.
Secondly, there will be integration of local services page to the native browser app specifically for India users. The best part is these custom-made services page are actually progressive web apps than can behave more like an app.
Last but not least, Indian Xiaomi users will get to enjoy cool app-linking feature in Xiaomi's native SMS app. What does this mean? For example, if you receive your Flipkart order details in an SMS, the SMS app will launch the Flipkart app for you. Talking about convenience.

Top 7 New Features in MIUI 10

There you go peeps, I am sure you are equally amazed as I am with the 7 new heavenly features available in the new MIUI 10, rolled out by Xiaomi. Why heavenly? Well...because everything looks more beautiful and intuitive with this new Xiaomi MIUI software update and not to mention more thoughtful too. Indian Xiaomi users are the biggest winners here with this latest MIUI 10 roll out which sees region-specific features. I hope Xiaomi will extend the same privileges to the others as well in the future.


Nokia Banana Phone-The Iconic 8110 4G

Behold the legendary Nokia Banana Phone or more appropriately Nokia 8110 4G which is the successor to the ancient Nokia 8110. Launched earlier in February 2018, this Nokia Banana Phone (*giggles* sorry I can't help it) comes with a relatively small 2.45-inch QVGA display with a resolution of 240 pixels by 320 pixels. Though it is not ideally big, I am sure a lot will love to have this phone as a secondary device or purely for calling purposes since it has nostalgic value to it. :D

 The Legendary Banana Phone-Nokia 8110 4G

Powered by 1.1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM, Nokia 8110 4G is packed with 4GB of internal storage that *gasp* cannot be expanded. So no MicroSD card here for you to store anything extra. That's a bummer! If you are thinking of taking photos with this Nokia phone, you might be a little bit disappointed that it only has a 2MP primary camera with LED flash. Guess this is really a phone which is stuck in the past. LOL

OMG...the look so identical. LOL :D

In the battery department, Nokia 8110 4G is being juiced by a 1500mAh removable battery which canlast longer due to the smaller screen form factor and slower processor. It has a reported 25-day standby time which I believe is huge for this phone to be a secondary device. Measuring 133.45x47.30x14.90. this Banana Phone tips the scale at 117 grams. It runs on Smart Feature OS based on KaiOS and allow users to have access to apps such as Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Search and heck Nokia even throw in a Snake Game for your enjoyment as well.

You can choose either the Black or Yellow banana. :p

Nokia 8110 4G supports 4G VoLTE with hotspot functionality and is based on slider form factor which gives its slightly curved banana shape. Other connectivities options available include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.1, GPS/ A-GPS, Micro-USB, FM radio, and a 3.5mm headphone jack (something that iPhones are lacking). Available in Traditional Black and Banana Yellow colours, Nokia 8110 4G can be yours for approximately US$100 (RM400). Are you ready for a retro Banana Phone? It is iconic and can even be brandished as a fashion statement. :)


LG Q Stylus-A Cheaper Galaxy Note 8

It has been a while since we last saw a smartphone which comes with a stylus. I am glad that LG has announced the LG Q Stylus smartphone which is set to rival the more expensive Samsung Galaxy Note 8, which has become increasingly more expensive. In other words, with LG Q Stylus, you can get the functionality of Samsung's Note series with a more affordable price tag. LG claimed that this smartphone will be released on a limited basis to those lucky folks in North America and Asia (Malaysia? Yay!) before a global roll out later this year.

LG Q Stylus with a pen.

With LG Q Stylus, you now can brandish a pen to draw, take notes and even touch up your photos and videos. According to LG, Q Stylus can even take notes with the display off, a feature which was previously only available for Galaxy Note series. Moreover, this device also features LG's "palm rejection" technology which can distinctively differentiate an accidental touch of you palm or intentional touch with the stylus.

Q Stylus will offer pen functionality of Galaxy Note 8 at a cheaper price.

When you hold the LG Q Stylus, you will be mesmerized by its 6.2-inch 18:9 Full HD+ display, which translates to bigger screen space for you to take notes, draw sketches and edit your photos. At the back of the smartphone, you will get a 16MP rear camera and flip it to the front there is an 8MP camera for your selfie needs. Both front and rear cameras are equipped with phase detect autofocus to capture more beautiful photos. Interestingly, LG Q Stylus will also comes with advanced DTS:X 7.1 channel 3D surround audio sound system. So LG is really cramming in a lot of features for this affordable Galaxy Note series alternative huh!

Under the hood, LG Q Stylus will be powered by a 1.8GHz Octa-core processors, and it will be complemented with up to 4GB of RAM. Interestingly there will be 3 different variants of LG Q Stylus namely: top-end LG Q Stylus PLus, the regular LG Q Stylus and the lower-end LG Q Stylus Aplha. The top of the line LG Q Stylus Plus will come with 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage compared to the 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage found in the other two variants of LG Stylus.

Like LG Q7, this pen-wielding Q Stylus offers 3 different colours.

Do you know that LG Q Stylus is also water and dust resistant with an IP68 rating, which is really very good for a smartphone of its price point. The device will be juiced by a 3,300mAh battery which supports USB Type-C fast charging and a rear fingerprint sensor. How I wish all smartphones have In-display fingerprint sensor just like Vivo X21. Then again I guess for its price, LG Q Stylus is really a bargain for those who want a device with stylus functionality. LG Q Stylus will be available in 3 different colours: Lavender Violet, Morrocon Blue and Aurora Black.


Vivo X21 The Seflie Expert Phone With In-display Fingerprint Sensor

Just when you thought that Samsung and Apple are ruling the smartphone market, think again. Those two giants who are at loggerheads have showcased us innovations in their latest devices. However they seem to be playing it safe more often than not. So who boast the first in-display fingerprint sensor? Enter Vivo X21 which has gone one step ahead of the competition by being the first smartphone with gorgeous, functional in-display fingerprint sensor in the world ahead of Samsung and Apple. So does Vivo X21 make a good case to be a pioneer in fingerprint recognition arena?

Vivo X21-Selfie Expert with World's 1st In-display fingerprint sensor.

For starters, Vivo X21 comes with a gargantuan 6.28-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display that has a stretched aspect ratio of 19:9. Having an under-display fingerprint sensor has not only enabled  fuss-free unlocking of the device, but has also allowed Vivo X21 to have a generous screen to body ratio. This means you can see more on the phone. It comes with a notch which houses a metallic earpiece, the 12MP f/2.0 dual-pixel selfie camera (with AI beautification) and IR sensor just to name a few. Flip Vivo X21 to its back and you will be greeted by a 12MP f/1.8 dual pixel main camera that is complemented by a secondary 5MP shooter to help you capture all those bokeh shots vividly.

Now unlocking your phone looks way cooler with in-display fingerprint sensor.

The back of the phone is made up of glass which is actually not a fingerprint magnet, allowing to exude timeless class. The metallic frame, encasing the phone makes it look elegant and futuristic. Under the hood, Vivo X21 is powered by Snapdragon 660 octa-core processor which is clocked at 2.2GHZ with an Andreno 512 GPU. 6GB of RAM is available on board for a more fluid experience. The phone also has an internal storage of 128GB which should be sufficient for most of us; if it is not you can always toss in a MicroSD card which is expandable up to 256GB. So do not worry about running our of storage for your selfies. Ha :D

Now you can look perfect: Selfie Expert with AI Shot and Perfect Shot.

Deepfield Technology which amplifies bass and enhances vocal.

AI Game Mode transforms your Vivo X21 into a dedicated game console.

Vivo X21

Display

6.28-inch Full HD+, 19:9, 2280x1080, AMOLED

CPU

Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chip @2.2GHz

GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 512

RAM

6GB

OS

Android 8.1 Oreo with Fun Touch OS 4.0

Storage

128GB

Rear Camera

(24MP) 12MP/f1.8 + 5MP/f2.4 (dual-pixel) + LED

Front Camera

(24MP) 12MP/f2.0 (dual-pixel) with AI Shot

Fingerprint Scanner

In-display Yes

Battery

3,200mAh, Micro USB 2.0 port, 18W fast charging

Speakers

Deepfield technology

Sensors

Accelerometer, e-compass, proximity sensor, Hall sensor, ambient-light
  sensor, gyroscope

Connectivity

802.11a/b/g/n/acad, Wi-Fi Direct and wireless
  display support, Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC, 3.5mm headphone jack

Dimensions

154.5 x 74.8 x 7.4mm

Weight

156.2g

In the battery department, Vivo X21 is powered by a 3,200mAh battery with an 18W fast charger. It runs with Vivo's custom FunTouch OS which really resembles iOS a lot. Vivo X21 has been officially launched in Malaysia with a price tag of RM2,299. Anyone plan to get the world's first in-display selfie-centric smartphone?

Vivo X21-The official phone for Russia World Cup 2018


Asus ROG-The Ultimate Gaming Phone + 4 Gaming Accessories

Asus ROG Gaming Smartphone has just been unleashed to the world especially to pro gamers who need a phone which can gratify their gaming needs. Asus ROG (Republic of Gamers) is a beast which boost insane performance and you can now play PUBG, Mobile Legends and Showgun Legends at HD frame rates without any hiccups. Here are some appetizers as to what you can find under the hood of ROG: 2.96GHz Snapdragon 845 Chipset (World's fastest speed-binned Snapdragon), a whopping 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage plus a huge 4,000mAh battery. Are you game? Take my money already. *drooling*

Asus ROG-The Ultimate Gaming Phone!

Holding Asus ROG in your hand, you will be greeted by a 6-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with an unbelievable 90Hz refresh rate and response time of 1ms. Now your gaming experience will be more immersive and super fluid as if you are in the game. Throw in a wide-screen 18:9 aspect ratio display and you get a holy-gorgeous gaming visual. Moreover Asus has also added an independent image processing chip in ROG which will enhance HDR display for your gaming and video playback needs. Dayum!

Glorious 6-inch FHD+ AMOLED display...aww...

What else will you get with Asus ROG? Since it is essentially still a smartphone, there will be a 12MP + 8MP dual-camera for with wide angle set up for the shutterbugs in you. Flip it up front and you can take advantage of the 8MP selfie shooter. Besides, there will also be NFC support for such high-end device. Now here comes the important part: Sound system. For ultra-immersive gaming experience, ROG is equipped with two front-facing stereo speakers to let you fully enjoy your game. On top of that there will also be a 3.5mm headphone jack on ROG should you want to enjoy all the sounds alone which is sorely missing from Razer and Black Shark.

Yes you can still plug in your headphones to play on Asus ROG!

Ok! Let's admit it! The 4,000mAh battery will not be able to last you long when you are playing graphics-intensive games. Knowing that battery juice is one of the top priorities for gamer, Asus threw in their 20W HyperCharge direct charging which can charge your ROG to 60% in just 33 minutes. Interestingly, besides the usual bottom USB-C port for your charging needs, ROG comes with a second side-mounted USB-C port which will make it more convenient for gamers to charge their ROG phone while playing in landscape mode. Talking about excellent design here!

The extra side-mounted USB-C port.

It is obvious that the team behind Asus ROG has put in a lot of effort to make this device truly a gaming holy grail. Asus has added 3 AirTrigger Ultrasonic Touch Sensors that can be programmed for custom actions especially in games. Wow! Besides the front-blasting dual stereo speaker, ROG is also integrated with advanced haptic actuator which will give you responsive force-feedback while you take bullets through your chest. Ouch!

It is time to go X Mode.

If you feel like you need that extra boost for your gaming needs, turn on the ROG's X Mode! Yupe! Essentially when you switch to X Mode the performance of your ROG will be elevated even more as it raises the minimum clock speed and restricts tasks to its 4 cores. Apart from that, to further augment ROG's God-like performance, the device comes with 3D-chamber design for better cooling. Certainly you will not be caught off guard while unleashing your ultimate skill to savagely wipe out your opponents. No more freezing! Ha :D

Yes the Aura RGB lighting can be fully customized to your liking.

Another novelty that I truly love is the fact that Asus has added Aura RGB lighting around the logo at the back of its stunning 3D curved Gorilla Glass back panel-This is when artistry meets with performance huh. Will you be surprised if I tell you that you can even customize the lighting effects for notifications and calls? Goodness.

Asus ROG Phone

Display

6-inch, 18:9, 2160x1080, AMOLED with 90Hz refresh
  rate

CPU

Exclusive Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chip @2.96GHz

GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 630

RAM

8GB

OS

Android 8.1 Oreo with “ROG Gaming” ZenUi Skin

Storage

128GB/512GB

Rear Camera

12MP + 8MP (120-degree wide angle)

Front Camera

8MP

Fingerprint Scanner

Yes

Battery

4,000mAh, USB Type-C, 20W fast charging

Speakers

Dual front-facing stereo speaker with smart
  amplifier

Sensors

Accelerometer, e-compass, proximity sensor, Hall sensor,
  ambient-light sensor, gyroscope, 2x ultrasonic AirTriggers

Connectivity

802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ad 2x2 MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct and WiGig
  802.11ad wireless display support, Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC, 3.5mm headphone
  jack

Dimensions

158.8 x 76.2 x 8.6mm

Weight

200g

4 Gaming Accessories for ASUS ROG:

1-AeroActive Cooler

Should you need more cooling power, attach the AeroActive Cooler at the back of your ROG and BOOM there will not be any CPU throttle and glitch when you are pulling your trigger at your enemies. Ice cold baby! Ice cold!

AeroActive Cooler to handle all your flaming, hot games. Burn baby! BURN!

2-TwinView Dock

Snap this TwinView Dock to your Asus ROG and voila~you will get a DUAL-screen gaming console. The secondary display on the dock has an identical carbon-copy 6-inch AMOLED display and in total you will get four stereo speakers. On top of that you will also be able to enjoy two additional physical trigger buttons, enhanced cooling mechanism and dual-haptic force feedback engine to give you all the triggers that you need. Best of all it comes with an even bigger 6,000mAh battery for your marathon gaming experience. Ouh...God!

TwinView Dock doubles the fun for you!

A hardcore gamer's dream come true with Asus ROG!

3-WiGig Dock

If stabbing your AMOLED display does not feel like you are playing a game, here is when WiGig Dock comes into the picture. Hook it up and WiGig Dock will transform Asus ROG into a true gaming phone by adding physical controls with D-pad, dual analog joysticks and some extra buttons to give you extra kicks! Ha :D

Get more physical with WiGig Dock

4-Mobile Desktop Dock

The 6-inch display isn't big enough for you to play games on ROG? No problemo says the developer in Asus. Enter the Mobile Desktop Dock which will connect your Asus ROG to an external 4k UHD monitor, mouse and keyboard which will of course translate to even better gaming experience. The phone will act as a secondary display while it is being docked and you also have the option to add 5.1 channel surround sound system. So now you will know where the bullets are coming from. Dodge!

When size does matter, hook up Mobile Desktop Dock to upsize!

Last but not least, yours truly is utterly impressed with this monstrous Asus ROG gaming phone. Though it will go up against some pedigrees such as Razer and Black Shark, I believe ROG will come out victorious with its 300, 000 points on AnTutu benchmark.  Slated to hit stores in America, India and Malaysia as early as July 2018, no pricing details has been released yet. Are you going to buy this ultimate gaming phone?

Watch the might ROG in action!

Are you ready to shoot with Asus ROG?


Asus Zenfone C-An Affordable Entry Smartphone

Gone are the days when smartphones which were capable of doing a lot of stuff are expensive. Now you can easily own an affordable smartphone that can do pretty much what a premium one could offer. Introducing Asus sleek Zenfone C which is not only cheap, but also boast decent specs and good user interface. Asus Zenfone C is the kind of smartphone that is ideal for emerging markets where demands for budget-centric smartphones are high such as India and Indonesia.

Stunningly elegant design.

Asus Zenfone C sports the similar look that its more expensive siblings have. The most distinguished design that Zenfones have is the stunningly beautiful concentric right pattern that seems to be glimmering all the time. The silver capacitive buttons right below the screen make easy for users to locate them even without backlighting. The built is pretty sturdy and the back is nicely curved to give users a better grip of the phone while using it. The matte texture of the cover gives the phone a slight premium feel to it.

Under the hood, Asus Zenfone C is powered by Intel Multi-core Atom clocked at 1.2GHz. Albeit a bit slow, it will be more than sufficient for users to run most of the basic apps and functions. There will be 1GB of RAM to help smoothen up thins a bit to support the processor. Though there is only 8GB of internal storage at your disposal, potential buyers will be happy to note that Asus Zenfone C supports a whopping 64GB microSD card. This alone makes it attractive for a lot of buyers who would love to store a lot of photos and songs on their phone.

PixelMaster will be able to let you snap better photos.

The front of Zenfone C features a 4.5inch screen that has a slightly low resolution of 480x854 pixels. Besides being equipped with energy-saving Bluetooth 4.0, it also has the usual connectivity such as Wi-Fi b/g/n, accelerator, ambient light sensor and proximity sensor. The 5.0 MP rear camera will be enough for your usual snapshots but I doubt the front-facing VGA camera will suffice for those who love to take selfies. The good news is, Asus compensated for this shortcoming with its in-house PixelMaster Technology which will improve the quality of your photos. So smile. :)

Beautiful Zen UI

Yeah...so What's Next?

One of the highlight of Zenfone C is of course its sleek Asus ZenUI. After toying with the Asus Zenfone C that I bought for my daddy for his birthday, I have to admit that ZenUI is really good. Apart from being elegantly beautiful, the simplistic features of ZenUI make it very pragmatic and easy to use. Its intuitive What's Next and Do It Later features will surely be handy for those who want to be more productive. All in all, ZenUI is truly one of the biggest attractions for owning a Zenfone C.

Experience Asus Zen UI

The call quality of Zenfone C is outstanding and the speaker which is amplified by SonicMaster technology makes listening to music really a joy. Likewise the efficient 2,100mAh battery provides all the necessary juice for Zenfone C to last for more than 1 day. Running on Android 4.4 (KitKat), this Dual-sim, Dual-standby Zenfone C will be ideal for those who are on a tight budget or first time buyer without really compromising on functionalities. So will you get this Asus Zenfone C for a price tag of RM400 (Rs 5,999)?


Beats Pill 2.0 For That Eargasmic Sensation

Some say that music is the language of emotions; A lingua franca that can allow us to express ourselves without holding back anything. That is why we  need to be able to enjoy our music without any restrictions at all. Introducing Beats Pill 2.0 which has been dubbed as the best portable speaker for iPhone. I am not surprised because Beats Pill 2.0 certainly has the form factor that matches the flair of iPhone's aesthetic designs. This pill-shaped (Duh! Obviously) portable speaker from Beats comes in four different colours namely blue, red, black and white. Personally I think the red one will get my vote! :)

Absolute beauty.

Upon unpacking your Beats Pill 2.0, you will immediately see its distinctive Beats logo blazed on the front central strip of the speaker. The Beats logo itself serves as a play/pause button for you to enjoy your music. Here's the simple trick: Tap the Beats logo twice and you will skip forward to the next track; Likewise tapping it thrice will skip 1 track backward. Pretty intuitive if you ask me. This simplistic design intends to make this portable speaker a joy not only for our ears but also our eyes.

Frontal view.

A full-USB port that can even be used to charge your phone.

Buttons and ports integrated sleekly.

Turn the Pill around and you will be greeted by a power button, volume up and down, microUSB charging port, audio input and output, a NFC tag for automatic wireless pairing with your smartphones and a full-fledged 2.1amp USB port to charge to your drained smartphone when you need some extra juice. Moreover do you know that the NFC tag actually allows you to connect two Pill 2.0 speakers? Sounds like this Pill comes with quite an array of features to make it more usable and attractive huh.

This Black Beats Pill 2.0 is equally stunning as well huh!

Despite being lightweight, this portable Beats Pill 2.0 is really packed with powerful sound that will give your ear drums that insatiable eargasmic sensation. With this pill, you can enjoy thumping highs and deep booming bass thanks to its wide-firing four-speaker stereo arrangement. You can easily pair the Beats Pill to your iPhone, laptop or any Bluetooth-enabled devices to change tracks and adjust volume from as far as 30 feet away. Now that's really far huh.

And I really love this Beats Pill Dude!

OMG! With so many tricks up its sleeve, Beats Pill 2.0 is definitely the portable speaker  that I am drooling to have. No wonder there are so many portable speakers review about it. I can't wait to have this Beats Pill 2.0 as my Christmas present (Santa~please take note). Imagine this beautiful, cylindrical Pill belting out your favourite Christmas tunes in a crystal clear sound. Arrr...but wait...with its premium sound and features, you will need to pay a relatively premium price as well. Are you ready to fork out US$199.00 for Beats Pill 2.0 for this Christmas? I wonder what's the price tag of the Beats Dude. Ha :D


Samsung Galaxy Note 4-Still The Best Smartphone In 2015

I have always believed that Samsung Galaxy Note smartphones can be considered the best available smartphones in every of its iteration. That is why I humbly believe that Galaxy Note 4 is better than iPhone 6, iPhone 6Plus and even Samsung's very own latest flagships in the mould of the stunning Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. In fact I reckon that Galaxy Note 4 will still be better than the yet to be released Galaxy Note 5. Rumours have it that the SD card support and removable battery will be absent in the upcoming Galaxy Note 5, which if they are true would be a grave mistake by Samsung. That is why I believe Galaxy Note 4 is still the phone to beat in year 2015.

Behold the beautiful Samsung Galaxy Note 4

DESIGN
Your very first glance at Samsung Galaxy Note 4 will immediately tell you that it is different from its predecessors. Galaxy Note 4 is not as "plasticky" as its previous forms. The main build material for Galaxy Note 4 is a combination of aluminium and magnesium which makes it the very first metallic Galaxy Note. However, Samsung has decided to keep the back of the phone plastic so that it is removable. In other words you can still change your battery once the juice has been drained. Secondly the inclusion of a textured plastic back allows Samsung to carve out its favourite leather pattern which provides better grip for users.

Eye Candy-QuadHD Super AMOLED Display

DISPLAY
You will be happy to be greeted by Samsung Galaxy Note 4's impressive resolution of QuadHD 2560x1440 on the huge 5.7-inch Super AMOLED screen which boasts an amazing 515ppi in pixel density. Be ready to immerse in the beautiful vivid display which offers crisp and vibrant colours that would certainly exhilarate your eyes. The outlandish viewing angles coupled with high outdoor visibility will surely make it pleasurable for one to use this Note 4. Bonus Tip: If you have trouble seeing the screen while you are outdoor, switch your Galaxy Note 4 to Auto-Brightness and voila the screen will be brightened to a maximum of 750 nits. This is higher than the manual setting. :)

Galaxy Note 4 is a Multitasking King!

SPECS
Despite the release of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5, I honestly believe that Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is still one of the best smartphones available in terms of specs. Under the hood, Note 4 is powered by  2.7GHz Snapdragon 805 quad-core processor which is paired with an equally powerful Adredo 420 GPU and best of all you have a whopping 3GB of RAM to make sure everything goes flawlessly smooth without any hiccup. That means you can play any game you throw at it let alone games like Win On Slots, Chess Rivals and Solitaire Champ. More importantly Note 4 comes with a gargantuan 32GB of internal storage which can be expanded with another enormous 128GB of SD card! This is what I call storage support!

TouchWiz is lighter and more efficient.

SOFTWARE
It is great to know that Samsung has finally realized that they needed  to shake off all those unnecessary bloatware that most users won't use. Having said so, it is a joy to note that TouchWiz on the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is lighter, friendlier and more efficient compared to its previous incarnations. Samsung has also managed to make its Multi Window feature more powerful allowing Note 4 to handle different tasks simultaneously more flawlessly. Another vast improvement is the One-handed Operation Mode. By "reducing the screen size", you can easily shrink the display to smaller screen which makes it possible for you to easily use it with just one hand. Genius!

A better 16MP camera with OIS!

CAMERAS
Samsung Galaxy Note 4's main camera is a 16MP sharpshooter that could do more that what we are expecting. It is the maiden Samsung flagship (except the Zoom series) to come with Optical Image Stabilization which makes photos to be sharper and more focused compared to its predecessors. This is surely a handy feature for those with shaky hands. Flip the Note 4 around and you will be welcomed by a 3.7MP Selfie Camera that offers f/1.9 aperture for better...well Selfies! Rest assured that you will have plenty of modes to toy around with and the two cameras on Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (rear and front) will surely suffice your needs to capture better photos for those wonderful memories of yours. :)

The Mighty S Pen

S PEN
The S Pen is arguably one of the most recognized features that is synonyms with the Galaxy Note flagships. What is a Note without its S Pen right? The S Pen can not only respond to 2000 different sensitivity in pressure, but also doubles up as a cursor and comes complete with a special action button that provides more additional features. This is one heck of a productivity tool that I truly want to have. In fact this S Pen alone can justify why you should fork out your hard-earned money for a new smartphone. Pull out the S Pen and the "Air Command" will pop up showing 4 functions that you could access to-Action Memo, Smart Select, Image Clip and Screen Write; all which I reckon will be useful to power users.

50% in 30 minutes.

FAST CHARGING+REMOVABLE BATTERY
Now you can charge your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 from zero to 50% in just 30 minutes! Another plus point about Samsung Galaxy Note 4, unlike the new Note 5 is the removable battery! YES! The battery on the Note 4 is removable which means you can easily switch the 3,220mAh battery when you run out of juice. This will certainly free you from the need to be plugged to a power socket and the hassle to lug around a power bank.

Do you Note?

FINAL VERDICT
Armed with almost all the relatively latest cutting edge technology, I strongly believe that Samsung Galaxy Note 4 will still be the best smartphone to beat this year. The availability of SD card support which is allows you to have another whopping 128GB and the removable battery make Galaxy Note 4 a better smartphone compared to its new replacement-Note 5. Plus, it will be cheaper too once its new sibling is launched. Currently Galaxy Note 4 is still being priced at RM2,199 and I do hope it will drop soon. :)

I believe the design of Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is more beautiful. :)