Making Tiramisu Cake With Innofood Professional Series Stand Mixer

Almost everyone is my family has a sweet tooth and that is why from time to time we would make a trip to Bel Pasto to have a slice or two of our favourite tiramisu cake to gratify our yearning. Then again travelling almost 2 hours might be a bit of a stretch for us hence my wife has decided to make our very own tiramisu cake. We got ourselves a premium mixer from Innofood to make sure that our tiramisu cake can be perfectly done.

 Behold our latest kitchen gadget-Innofood Professional Series Stand Mixer

Innofood KT-7600 Professional Series Stand Mixer (Jade Blue)

Making our own Tiramisu cake was actually not that difficult at all. You just need to prepare the ingredients and of course the required equipment (Mixer) to do so. Knowing that we need to really mix the main ingredients well, I am glad that we have our highly rated Innofood KT-7600 Professional Series Stand Mixer (7.0 Litre) to get the job done like a pro (a~hem). So let's get started shall we? Firstly we need to gather the ingredients. So what do we need?

 The baker in the house 😀

Jordan and Jasmine have got the ingredients ready!

Ingredients Needed To Make Tiramisu Cake

500 grams of cream cheese (softened)

1 cup of granulated sugar

1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

2 cups of whipping cream

2 packs of ladyfingers biscuits

1 cup of cold black coffee

1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder

Do note that this version of Tiramisu cake that my wife had made was without the usual mascarpone cheese and eggs. Instead we used cream cheese as the substitute and it was equally creamy and delicious to say the least. Now let's start making our Tiramisu cake shall we?

Let's begin

Tiramisu Cake Recipe Step-by-step

By using the mixer, whisk the 2 cups of whipping cream at high speed until it is creamy and even. Then store it in the fridge.
Again use your mixer to whisk your 500 grams of cream cheese at medium speed first. Continue until it is creamy.
Gradually add sugar to the whisked cream cheese and then change the mixer's speed to high speed.
Add vanilla extract and continue to whisk the mixed ingredients until it is super creamy, smooth and well combined.
Add the whipping cream to the mixture and mix them well manually until the mixture is well blended together.
The mixture will be ready once it is creamy and smooth without any presence of lumps or clustering. This can only be achieved by whisking the whipping cream well and mixing the cream cheese and other ingredients perfectly (Thanks to my Innofood Stand Mixer 😄)
Then you can dip the ladyfingers into the chilled/cold coffee very briefly and immediately arrange them in a tray nicely. Remember that you should not dip the ladyfingers too long or they will become soggy later.
After adding one layer of the coffee-soaked ladyfingers, add the mixed ingredients onto the ladyfingers. Make sure you spread the ingredients evenly to cover to layer of ladyfingers.
Add another layer of ladyfingers before spreading another layer of the mixed ingredients on top.
The next step will be the "icing" on the cake by adding unsweetened cocoa powder on top of the mixed ingredients.
Last but not least, store your tiramisu cake in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.
Voila~your tiramisu cake is ready.

 First whisk the whipping cream

 Look at the mixed ingredients so smooth~thanks to our Innofood stand mixer

 Next let's lay our ladyfingers

 Dipped those "fingers" in the chilled coffee quickly

 Now to add our mixed ingredients on top of the ladyfingers

Covering the second layer of ladyfingers

 Almost there 😋

 Evenly spread the ingredients to make flawless looking Tiramisu cake

The final touches with cocoa powder

Honestly speaking this Tiramisu cake that my wife had made is almost as good as the ones that we usually have at cafes (if not better 😋). I particularly love the texture and flavour of the cake thanks to the well-mixed ingredients. That is why it is important to make sure that you are using a reliable mixer that can do everything that you need in your kitchen when you bake cookies and cakes that your family will surely be drooling of. That is why yours truly me highly recommend Innofood Professional Series Stand Mixer.

 Ta~our Tiramisu Cake is ready

After being stored in the refrigerator for 6 hours

Do you want a slice of our homemade cake? 😊

6 Reasons to Choose Innofood Professional Series Stand Mixer

1. Huge Capacity: One of the main reasons why a lot of people choose this mixer is because of its 7.0 litre huge capacity that can accommodate any of your baking needs be it for personal weekend treats or batches of cookies for your family, relatives and friends during festivals such as Chinese New Year. By the way, did I mention that it can knead dough up to 2KG in weight?

7.0 Litre Capacity

2. Tilt-head Design: Ease of use is important when we are busy baking in the kitchen right? That is why this Innofood Mixer is an ideal choice for my wife as the tilt-head design makes it easy to remove the bowl or accessories without any hassles. I must say that it is ergonomically designed mixer for the kitchen!

Tilt-head design

3. High Quality Built: The moment you lay your eyes on the Innofood Mixer, you will definitely be swooned by its beautiful look. More importantly when you start to use the mixer, you will notice that the built is exceptionally premium. Instead of using cast iron, it is constructed by using aluminium to provide a lighter and more durable finishing.

Precision in speed

4. LED 11-Speed Push Button Control: This is another feature that my wife really loves about Innofood mixer-speed control. Those who love to bake will immediately tell you that speed sensitivity matters when you want to bake the perfect cakes or cookies. Equipped with a whopping 11 different speed, you can bake anything till your heart's content.

Splash Guard

5. Splash Guard: Admit it! Sometimes baking can get a bit messy right? Thanks to the inclusion of a removable splash guard, you can now enjoy your baking time in the kitchen while mixing your ingredients without worrying of anything splashing out of the mixer. So you will not waste time cleaning and instead spend more time baking those cookies that your family love.

The "Silent" stand mixer

6. Ultra Low Noise Level: How many of you could not bake at home because your mixer will be making loud noises that will wake your babies or toddlers up? Fret not~if you are using Innofood Mixer, the noise level produced is merely 60dB or lesser. So you can hit the switch and start whisking your eggs.

Watch How We Made Our Tiramisu Cake

All in all, my wife is really happy to finally have her very own premium mixer that can do everything for her. She is full of praise for her new kitchen gadget that can fulfill all her baking needs. In fact, she is spending more time baking cakes and cookies for our family especially the chocolate cookies that our kids love so much. Indeed a happy wife is a happy family. I am glad that I got this Innofood Professional Series Stand Mixer for her.

For more information about Innofood Professional Series Stand Mixer, please visit:

Website: www.innofood.com.my

Facebook: www.facebook.com/innofoodstore

Instagram: www.instagram.com/innofoof_malaysia

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I love Tiramisu Cake 😋


Russell Taylors Bread Maker-My Honest Review

Bread maker machine? Why would we ever need one when we can just buy our daily loaf of bread right? That was what I thought too until I have my very own Russell Taylors Bread Maker. Besides, the recent discoveries made by public whereby commercially sold bread was stuffed with preservatives have totally shocked us. Thanks to a bread maker machine, you can make your own bread without the unhealthy preservatives and coloring. Now you can have your peace of mind while enjoying your loaf of fragrant, fluffy bread that will make you happy. 😀

Yay~we have our very own bread maker. 😍

Its main features

Going to try to make yogurt next. 😜

This is the second kitchen gadget that I have got from Russell Taylors after purchasing their Air Fryer earlier this year. Honestly the build quality is top notch as expected from that company and I am actually in awe with our brand new bread maker. The design is simple yet elegant and its compact size makes it the perfect gadget for your kitchen. So you do not have to worry about it taking up a lot of space on your kitchen counter or storage space.

Ta~da! Our pearly white, elegant Russell Taylors Bread Maker

 LCD display

There is a handy LCD display complemented by 6 different buttons to help you make and bake your bread to perfection. On top of the lid of the bread maker, there is also a window for you to peek at your bread while it is being baked. Ha 😋 I think this is a really good and convenient addition. So you don't have to open the top lid from time to time just to check on your bread. Both Jordan and Jasmine also enjoy watching how their bread is being baked from scratch.

Obviously my wife is very happy with her new kitchen gadget

With this bread maker machine, you can easily make or bake anything that you desire thanks to the inclusion of menu button that allows to choose from the 12 options available. So you can even make sticky rice, yogurt and rice wine from using this Russell Taylors Bread Maker? Wow...I really need to explore more of its other unbelievable features. Powered by 550W heating element and a 50W motor, rest assured that your bread will be baked in no time. We are happy that our bread maker can bake up to 1kg of bread at one go. This means we can bake enough bread to gratify everyone's appetite at one go. Huge capacity for the win. Yay~💪😆

Step 1-Prepare all the ingredients

Step 2-Put all the ingredients into the bread maker

 Jordan and Jasmine eagerly watching what their mother is doing

That's it. Just put everything in and you are almost all set

Then choose your options such as timer, the colour of your bread etc and voila!

The bread maker will mix and knead your dough for you. 😀

Using this bread maker from Russell Taylors is really, really easy. Even my kids found it simple to make their very first loaf of bread on their own. All they needed to do was to prepare the ingredients and put them inside the bread maker. Then with a few taps on the control panel, you bread will be ready soon. It is safe to say that making your bread with a bread maker machine is as easy as ABC as almost everything will be automated for you. You just need to sit back and relax and wait for your fragrant scent of your bread to permeate the air in your home. 😍

Our very first bread is ready

 Can you smell the sweet scent of bread? 😋

It's time to dig in

Frankly speaking, prior to this I have never thought that it will be this easy to make a bread. Guess I have been too ignorant. The bread maker will do everything for you from mixing your ingredients to kneading the dough and even stop for a while to tell you *beeping* that you can add extra ingredients for your bread. Yes, you can add raisins, nuts or anything that you fancy for your bread. Speaking about total convenience and hassle-free way to have your bread the way you like.

 Now Jordan and Jasmine want to try to make their own bread

It's actually a fun bonding time among them. 😙

Since making a bread is so effortlessly easy, you will be tempted to make a loaf of bread every single day with different flavours and ingredients. I am really to get this bread maker for my wife as she has always wanted one to make delicious bread for us. Do you know that there is up to 15 hours of programmable delay which means you can put the ingredients into the bread maker in the evening and wake up to a fresh loaf of bread the next morning. This is truly am ingenious design to make our life better, don't you think?

Watch how Jordan and Jasmine attempted to make their own bread

The bread that they made is ready to be served I mean sliced

The best part is, this high-quality Russell Taylors bread maker only costs me around RM190 and it comes with 1 year warranty which is an absolute bargain if you ask me. Now my wife is very, very happy with her latest kitchen gadget. She vows to make a bread for us every single day so that we get to eat fresh loaf of bread without any of those unhealthy preservatives or colouring. You can get your very own bread maker at Lazada or Shopee now and enjoy perfectly baked bread for your whole family.

 No more preservatives and colouring

Enjoy your bread the way you like it with your own bread maker machine

For those who prefer something more elegant and premium, you can go for the following Russell Taylors Deluxe Stainless Steal Bread Maker BM-20 instead.

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Taiwan Excellence Esports Cup (TEEC) 2019 Grand Finale at Berjaya Times Square

After 10 pulsating online and LAN qualifiers in our country since April earlier this year, the epic battles had finally boiled down to the 3 days of supreme battle! This was not before 283 teams had pitted against each other for the coveted qualification positions for the finals. Welcome to Taiwan Excellence Esports Cup (TEEC) 2019 Grand Finale where the best of the best fought tooth and nail in their virtual battleground!

Welcome to the battleground of TEEC 2019

The three-day tournament from 11th-13th of October took place at Berjaya Times Square where the finest and most determined of our homegrown esports athlete competed against each other in 3 main game categories namely CS: GO, DotA 2 and League of Legends. The champions of each of the respective game will walk away with  a staggering RM10,000 each. To sweeten the pot-the victors for CS:GO will be given an elusive golden invitation ticket to Taiwan for a friendly match against four other top teams from Thailand, Taiwan, India and the Philippines! Those who triumph in this friendly will be bringing home another extra US$2,000. Talk about once in a lifetime experience huh!

 Yours truly me was obviously very, very happy to be here! 😄

Teamwork

 Concentration!

These two commentators really lit the whole arena!

Yours truly me thought that I had witnessed everything at the 9th TEEC Tournament Qualifier earlier in August. I was so wrong! The moment I stepped on the "battle arena" last Friday at Berjaya Times Square, I was totally blown away by the atmosphere of the whole gaming competition! The esports athletes with their noise-cancelling headphones were intensely stabbing their keyboards and clicking their mouse to outplay their rivals! Everyone was in their elements! The commentators of the game also did an unbelievable job to elevate the whole game-watching experience for me. Two thumbs up! I wish I could sit there and watch them play for the whole day~gosh!

Opening ceremony dance!

Do you know that this tournament is actually endorsed by the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)? This is in line with the promotion of #HealthyGaming platform which aims to empower our youth today to hone their problem-solving skills and teamwork. This is truly good news for those who would want to be professionally involved in esports. The tournament was inaugurated by Ann Hung who is the representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Malaysia and this is what she had got to say, "When we started the tournament this year, we were confident in bringing out and delivering our intended message to esports fans and tech enthusiasts in Malaysia."

Ann Hung delivering her powerful and heartfelt message

What she had said was not merely empty talk and the overwhelming success and reception of the tournament speaks volume of the commitment and dedication of those who are involved. This is evident as the tournament received major backing from countless Taiwanese brands. All of the competing brands have actually worked hand-in-hand to contribute to the success of TEEC 2019. A round of applause to all these companies for their selfless effort.

The team leaders and sponsors

The Top Taiwanese Brands at TEEC 2019:

Aorus
Aero
Coolermaster
InWin
MSI
Predator
ROG (Republic of Gamers)
TeamGroup
ThermalTake
Transcend
XPG
ZADAK
Zowie

 Everyone got to test the best in tech

Thanks to these magnanimous participation, we Malaysians were given the opportunity to experience the highest level of esports through this tournament. Frankly speaking it was the best I have ever seen. The public who thronged to the event could also strut their stuff to play in sub-game competitions such as Super Smash Bros, PES 2019, Tekken 7 and even Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Those who won could bring back a slice of the whopping RM9,000 total cash prize! Dayum! On top of that, visitors were also treated to fun activities such as Quick DotA 2, Hardware Assemble Challenge, product auctions, lucky draw and of course tonnes of FREE gifts!

Be part of the action

I wanna play football

Predator Thronos- You would want to warm this seat!

Can I bring this Asus ROG 2 home? 😂

Visitors also got to test the Predator Thronos with a price tag RM40,000 in person which I believe was an exhilarating experience especially if they were avid gamers. Yours truly me also chanced upon the Asus ROG phone II which  made its first unofficial appearance. How I wish that I could bring it home since I am so into gaming~OMG~so tempting! TEEC 2019 was utterly an epic, awesome event for gamers. For more information do visit @TaiwanExcellenceMy Facebook page. How I wish I could be in the thick of the action the next time.

 I wanted to be a gamer too

 Maybe I can

Congratulations to all the winners

I wanna be back for next year's Taiwan Excellence Esports Cup (TEEC) 2020.

How about you?


9th Tournament Qualifier for Taiwan Excellence E-sports Cup in Collaboration With Predator

Can you be counted to bite the bullet and turn the tables on your rivals when you are the last man standing in your team? Can teamwork be the driving force to guide your comrades and you to a victory when your opposing numbers seem to have a lot more of individual brilliance? Who would hold on and emerge as the top teams to compete in the finale? Ladies and gentlemen that was the 9th Tournament Qualifier for the Taiwan Excellence E-sports Cup (TEEC) in partnership with Predator at the Cove Esport, Bandar Sunway last Saturday. Were you in the thick of the actions as well?

 Welcome to the Cove for the 9th Tournament Qualifier

Yours truly me was there to witness the intensity of the battles, whereby 32 teams were pitting against each other in 3 different e-sport arenas to be declared as the torchbearers who would then carry the flame to the finals in October. The three main e-sports titles being contested were Counter-Strike Global Offensive (CS: GO), DotA 2 and League of Legends. The triumphant victors will be chosen  based on first kill, first tower taken and of course a plethora of other vital stats that define the games themselves.

I am here to be part of the 2019 TEEC

Launched in April 2019, this epic TEEC tournament is the brainchild of Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and Taiwan's Bureaun of Foreign Trade (MOEA). Simply put, this tournament is a community event which aims to engage and gather like-minded Malaysians who are passionate about e-sports. It is also worth mentioning that there are more and more people who are doing their level best to elevate the perception and quality of e-sports. As an avid gamer myself, I am really happy to see continuous effort being done to acknowledge gaming as a healthy, professional sport for everyone.

 32 teams vying for the tickets that will get them to the finale

Focus

Strategy

 Edmond Hoh (Product & Business Development Manager of Acer Malaysia)

showcasing the latest products from Acer

Lucky draw winner. :)

What I had seen at Cove Esports is also very encouraging with right infrastructures and environments are being created and cultivated to pave way for our young e-sports winners. I am kind of jealous as I marvel at the cozy ambiance and futuristic facilities that they have at their disposal. Wish I could enjoy such privileges back in my hometown. But who knows right? Perhaps there will be more soon all across Malaysia to promote e-sports!

 Visitors will also get to test different gadgets

I love this RGB keyboard

 XCalibur RGB DDR4

Predator X35 with curved HDR monitor

Besides enjoying how the players fought tooth and nail against each other, we also got to have close contact with the latest Predator Triton 900 Laptop which is equipped with an unbelievable 360 degree rotating display! YES~you read it right~360 degree! Under the hood, this beast is powered by an ultra fast six-core 9th generation Intel Core i7 processor, NVidia RTX 2080 graphics card and a whopping 32GB of DDR4 RAM! Throw in a 4k IPS LCD display and you will get the perfect gaming device that can fulfill all your virtual needs! Dang~I wish I could get one which can double up as a working laptop for me. *fingers crossed*

Predator Triton 900-my kind of beast

Can I bring this home please?

Good news is there will another qualifier for those who still want to fulfill their dreams and ambitions to be a professional e-sport gamer! On the 7th of September the final LAN Qualifier for the TEEC tournament will be held Battle Arena, Petaling Jaya. The grand finale will be taking place at Berjaya Times Square from the 11th till 13th of October 2019. The champions of CS: GO, DotA 2 and League of Legends will each win a prize money of RM10,000. Here's the icing on the cake-the winning team for the CS: GO will be getting a GOLDEN TICKET to Taiwan to battle with the champions from four other countries (Taiwan, Thailand, The Philippines and India) to see who will walk home with the grand prize of US$2,000. Dang~how I wish I could be one of them.

For more information about registration for the 10th (final) LAN  Qualifier, do head over to: http://taiwanexcellence.com.my/teec2019/


Cable Protector For Your Smartphones

You were about to charge your smartphone and you realize that it is not charging! When you check closely...to your horror your charging cable is broken...AGAIN! Time and again money has been wasted when you have to repurchase these expensive cables (think Apple Lightning Cable) that are so probe to breaking again. Yours truly me is a victim as well and I am kinda sick of my cables being damaged again. Before our wallets start to bleed, it is time to solve this problem once and for all with cables protector from Savage Luxury Store. Currently there is an ongoing sale in the store. Do check it out.

Doesn't this frustrate you?

Imagine that you are happily on vacation and is about to charge your smartphone by using the powerbank. Your plug it in and nothing happens. The charging cable is broken. The worst part is you are in a remote place whereby it is impossible to purchase a replacement cable immediately. There goes your holidays. This could have been prevented right? All you need to do is to prevent it from happening. How? By using the cable protectors of course, to ensure that your cable is secured and free from otherwise preventable damage.

Don't you feel that your charging cable is too "fragile"?

We do not want such "firework" to happen right?

We are all aware how delicate our smartphone USB or charging cables can be right? Sometimes you can't help but feel that the included cables are too "fragile" to be used frequently on a daily basis. You have to be like extremely careful so that you don't damage the cable in any way. How you store the cables will be important as any bend might cause it to rupture. Sounds like a lot of fuss for a single cable right? Then again with out the cable, our smartphone or other gadgets cannot be charged. So how do you call? Cable Protectors of course! :)

 It's time to protect your cables

These cables protector will make your that your cables don't get damaged again

Rest assured that these cables protectors will be your salvation to all those unwanted damaged, broken cords and cables. This easy to install cable protector works with virtually all computer and smartphone cables. In other words it is compatible with your Apple Lightning cable and Android charging cables such as USB-Type-C or Micro USB just to name a few. Since it is quite universal, you can easily swap and use them together with the cables of your choice. This is what we call convenience.

Easy installation

Look at the cable protector in action

Designed to be flexible and highly durable at the same time, this cable protector will give you total peace of mind as you do not have to worry about your cords being frayed again. The best part is, these silicone cables protectors can be used as pet cable protector as well. Meaning that it is chew-safe as it is built to be tough and can withstand merciless wear and tear. I thought this is a real thoughtful design. Hence those with pet dogs should really invest in these cable protectors which could ultimately prevent their pets from any unwanted incidents.

For a limited time only you can get 2 of these ultra-durable cable protectors for your smartphone charging cables or iPhone lightning cables for only US$15.99 (instead of US$45.99). The shop Savage Luxury Store offers worldwide shipping and 30 days money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with your purchase.

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Dyson V11 Absolute- The Best Cordless Vacuum (My Honest Review)

They say household chores like keeping everything tidy, cleaning the shelves and especially vacuuming the dust is something that is reserved for ladies and women only. Most men (sons, boyfriends and fathers) will agree to this statement without thinking twice. Well...that is because they have not met Dyson V11 Absolute (yet) which is an avant-garde vacuum cleaner that I will rate as the best cordless vacuum cleaner to date. This latest cord-free vacuum cleaner from Dyson provides unbelievably suction power and even a display screen to let you have a look at its battery and runtime! There is no doubt that this vacuum cleaner is from the future.

Sometimes we get tangled up right?

 So I have got myself an ideal cleaner

 YES! Dyson V11 Absolute Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Before I could bust any dirt and dust, I need to charge my "gun" first.

Being a modern-day husband, it is my responsibility to help lighten my wife's burden at home. While she is busy dishing our scrumptious food in the kitchen, it only makes sense that I help around in the house, keeping our abode clean and dustless. I have a confession to make: usually vacuuming the house is a tedious and sweaty affair as I have to pull the cords and tug along the vacuum cleaner. Not anymore! Behold my very own, brand new Dyson V11 Absolute Vacuum Cleaner! Honestly speaking, vacuuming the house is something that I really, really enjoy doing right now. In fact my wife claims that I am vacuuming way too much. LOL :D

 Let's unbox the world's best cordless vacuum cleaner

Always read the instructions

Hmm...

Let's see what do we have inside the box

A lot of things if you ask me

Actual footage of me when I get my gun! :p

OMG! Is this really a vacuum cleaner?

Unbelievably beautiful

More simple guides

 It is really easy to set V11 up.

It's practically plug and play

Are you ready to suck dust?

Light Saber or Laser Gun?
Vacuuming used to be kinda boring and a drag due to the dull-looking vacuum cleaner with cords that will hold you back and even tangle you up! Now with this handheld cordless vacuum cleaner from Dyson, your vacuuming will be a breeze. In fact, I can't help but feel like I am a freaking Jedi in Star Wars movies, wielding my purplish blue light saber while sucking all those pesky dust around me. On the other hands, it also looks like a futuristic gun from a sci-fi movie that threatens to wipe out anything that I am pointing at. Don't you feel the same as well? My mind is still blown by how beautiful and cool this V11 Absolute is! It is definitely a looker.

 I am a Jedi Master with my light saber

Guardian of the Galaxy with my laser gun. :p

Look! No More Cord
Ok! Let's get down to business. So how do I suck dust from around my house? You see instead of a normal on/off button, you need to press on the red trigger to start vacuuming. *SEE it is like a laser gun* I really love this intuitive design as it means you don't have to switch the vacuum on and off all the time. All you need to do is wrap one finger on the red trigger, apply pressure and *voila* dust can be seen collecting in the cylinder. I really feel liberated when I am using the V11 as there is no need to plug in. All I need to do is grab my gun and start vacuuming without the hassle of being restrained by cord length. It is super convenient and easy now to clean your house.

Even my wife is loving it

 There is no need to worry about electrical plug

Even my children can vacuum now

Without the cords you can easily do your cleaning virtually anywhere

Intelligent Adaptive Sucking
It is undeniable that V11 Absolute is the best cord-free vacuum cleaner that Dyson has invented to date. Do you know that it can intelligently adjust the suction power automatically according to the floor type? Yes. Thanks to the 3 microprocessors integrated inside the Dynamic Load Sensor of the battery, digital motor and High Torque Cleaner Head, it can detect the different surfaces and change the power of the suction accordingly. This is made possible thanks to the the microprocessors which monitor your vacuuming performances up to 8,000 times a second. That is really, really fast!

V11 is an intelligent Vacuum Cleaner that will make life easy for you

Contrary to popular belief, a handheld cordless vacuum cleaner is not as powerful as a regular vacuum cleaner with wire. That is not the case here with the V11 Absolute. I am super impressed by how powerful the V11 digital motor is. Most of the time I just need to pass the vacuum once over any surfaces that I am cleaning and then it is spick and span. This is what happens when your vacuum motor runs at insane neck-breaking 125,000 rpm. On top of that, Dyson engineers further enhanced the motor by adding a triple diffuser and redesigning the rotating blades to be thinner and longer. All these tweaks enable the performance of the V11 motor, improving air flow, increasing suction power and reducing noise. Thanks to the re-engineering of the motor, my V11 has 20% more suction power than its older sibling-V10.

125,000rpm

The High Torque Cleaner Head can automatically adjust the suction power

For your information, the cleaner head is capable of detecting bar resistance of up to 360 times per second. This allows the motor to change the sucking power accordingly if you glide between hard floors and say rugs. In other words, with such intelligent vacuuming capability you do not need to change your cleaner head as the suction power can be adjusted according to the surface that you are cleaning. So all you need to do is press the trigger and the cordless vacuum cleaner will be doing all the heavy lifting!

An LCD display for a vacuum?

Who would have thought right?

Smart LCD Display
Another first in V11 is the inclusion of integrated LCD display to show us the battery mode (auto, boost and eco) as well as the remaining runtime (battery juice). This ingenious display panel allows you to select your battery mode depending on your vacuuming needs and available runtime left. If you do not want to overthink which mode you should be using, just plug in the aforementioned High Torque Cleaner with Dynamic Load Sensor and it will change to Auto Mode. Then the suction power will be changed accordingly and toggled between the modes automatically to help you balance between power and battery. It is fun to see LCD display showing the auto-suction toggling between the different modes. :p

Toggle between modes through the LCD display

Apart from showing you a countdown timer (remaining runtime), the display will also notify you when your filter needs to be washed. It will also alert you if you do not connect your vacuum correctly. Experiencing blockage? Fret not as the screen will guide you on how to fix the problem by actually playing an animated demo for your to dismantle the vacuum to solve your problem. You will have your whole command system on the screen. Damn! So it makes perfect sense to add a circular LCD screen to V11.

All the tools that you need

Tools For Every Job
The moment I unbox my Dyson V11 Absolute, I know that I am getting every single tools that I need to combat dirt and dust in my home! You will be equipped with a plethora of cleaner heads, tools and even a drop in dock. The following are the "gears" that come with the V11 Absoloute:

High Torque Cleaner Head (multipurpose open space)
Soft Roller Cleaner Head (hard floor)
Mini Motorised Tool (stairs, furniture, car, small spaces)
Combination Tool (furniture)
Crevice Tool (small spaces)
Soft Dusting Tool (window ledges, wall skirting)
Stubborn Dirt Brush (carpets, door mats)
Wand Storage Clip (to hold two tools)
Drop-in Dock (charging dock, tools holder)

Pick your tool to do the job

 The wand storage clip is really useful to attach two other tools to it

It is kinda fun toying with the different tools and heads to get your cleaning job done. You can switch the accessories to see what fits your cleaning tasks. As for me, most of the time I will be using the High Torque Cleaner Head, Mini Motorised Tool, the Crevice Tool and the Soft Dusting Brush. Another useful addition is the Wand Storage Clip which allows me to attach two of my most-used tools to the extension pole (purplish blue light saber). Hence I can easily swap my tools for different tasks as it is attached to the vacuum. Speaking about total convenience here!

Love how cool the Drop-in Dock is

Another very important tool that Dyson decided to throw in is the Drop-in Dock which I thought was really, really indispensable. Besides being a charging dock, it also contains two ports for you to store your other tools that you do not use that frequent. More importantly, IMHO this Dock really makes the whole V11 Absolute looks more beautiful and not to mention very premium. It really exudes so much class and futuristic vibes to it. Ha :D

Rest assured that everything will be filtered

Clean and Easy
When you are vacuuming around your house, the 14 cyclones will be busy generating a collective force of more than 79,000g to suck in all the microscopic particles such as bacteria and pollen into the V11 Bin. So rest assured that nothing dirty will be sticking to any surfaces that you have glided over. Moreover the fully sealed filtration system also ensure that only clean air will be expelled at the other end of the vacuum. Do you know that the filtration system can trap up to 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns? Gosh it sounds like my Dyson Air Purifier already.

Point and eject the dirt.

Easy and clean

After using the V11 Absolute I don't think I will be using another normal vacuum cleaner anymore. Why? This is because it makes me feel so CLEAN. Thanks to the clever design of the "Point and Shoot" V11 Bin, I can easily dispose all the collected dust and dirt without being in contact with any of the filth. All I have to do is hover the V11 Bin on top of a trashcan and push down the lever to eject all the dirt and dust. Since the bin is also transparent, you can easily see how much dust, dirt and of course are being sucked in. That is I am saying that you will find it really clean and easy to use this superb vacuum cleaner!

Watch my simple video review about the
6 reasons why you should get Dyson V11 Absolute Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Verdict-Why You Should Buy Dyson V11 Absolute
After using my Dyson V11 Absolute for almost 1 week, I must say that my house has definitely become cleaner (no joke). More importantly, I am so used to the convenience that comes with it. It is so easy to use that I am actually doing a lot more of spot cleaning on top of my weekly routine. In fact even children are now more keen to help clean the house. After all, it only takes a few minutes to suck some hair, clean around the dining area for food crumbs and to banish those little dirt dust.

The World's Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

If you are shopping for your very first cordless vacuum cleaner, then this Dyson V11 Absolute should be on top of your list. It surely has the incredible suction power to rival or even beat any existing corded vacuum cleaners available in the market right now. The introduction of High Torque Cleaner Head enables intelligent automatic adaptive suction which I think is really good and convenient. The addition of LCD display has also changed how I clean my house. In fact these two improvements have truly refined my experience in using a cordless vacuum cleaner. So I will gladly declare in this review of mine that Dyson V11 Absolute is a beast and is absolutely the best cordless vacuum cleaner that money can buy right now.

I am addicted to using my Dyson V11 Absolute right now!
You should get one too. :p

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Linksys Velop-Create Your Perfect Home WI-FI System

Don't you feel frustrated when you cannot get any WI-FI signal a all in the comfort of your own home just because your room happens to be far, far away from where your modem or router is? Don't you feel irritated when you favourite binge-shows are being interrupted no thanks to weak WI-FI connection? The worst part is if you are a gamer (like me) is when you have been declared as AFK (Away From Keyboard) just because your WI-FI signal is not good enough...and then you were banned from playing the game for some time. Been there? This goes to show that we need to have a very, very good WIFI system at home to truly enjoy our (expensive) Internet subscription. Otherwise it is just a waste of your money.

Behold the Velop TRUE WiFi Mesh System that will set your Internet Free from Linksys

There are so many gadgets that promise to extend WI-FI range or in other words amplify the existing WI-FI signal so that you could enjoy your Internet. Then again if your WI-FI signal is weak to begin with, then no amount of amplification will work. That is where Linksys Velop come into the picture. Instead of amplification of WI-FI signal, Linksys Velop deploys mesh networks that consist of nodes that are capable of transmitting data around at WI-FI speeds. Unlike other mesh systems, Linksys Velop is the true mesh networking system as it is more reliable and more advanced compared to the other competition in the market.

Let's unbox our true mesh Wi-Fi system, shall we?

 I love the elegant design

Holes for ventilation-This allows the nodes to work efficiently

After I have personally tested the mesh networking system from Linksys, I must say that it is the real deal as there is no main default router to begin with. This clever design ensures that each node (there are 3) is able to communicate with each other independently. In other words each of the 3 nodes in the VELOP system function as an individual full-fledged standalone router. This special functionality allows the Velop mesh system to work with much more flexibility. I gotta admit that this intuitive design and engineering is really ingenious.

Essentials connections at the base of the nodes

Power plug

3-pin? 2-pin? Don't worry~Linksys got you covered

Crafted to be an eye candy, each of the Linksys Nodes is aesthetically pleasing and elegant (thanks to the all white colour). Honestly speaking when I un-box them, they don't look like a router at all. In fact, these 3 beauties look more like wireless Bluetooth speakers. The best part is, each of the nodes is designed to be compact. Meaning that it can easily fit in any corner of your house. Linksys claimed that each of their nodes is 88% smaller than a traditional router and I do agree thoroughly.

Let's try to connect our nodes

Being compact and beautiful means that all the nodes can easily be placed anywhere you like since it takes up less space and will blend in with its surrounding easily. As I am staying in a 4-bedroom house, I decided to create my Mesh WI-FI System by placing my 3 nodes at different locations in the house especially the dead spots. Set up was really a breeze and easy. The effortless, app-based set up guided me through the whole plug and play process easily. In no time I am enjoying my full speed Internet throughout my house. Ha :D

The step-by-step guide is really helpful

 (Left) There is this optional Linksys shield which I thought is really good.

(Centre): Guest Access can be set easily

(Right): Set who gets exclusive priority!

 After you have done setting your first node, you can set the other (depending on your needs) easily.

Like I have aforementioned, each of the 3 nodes is a master of its own-meaning that should one of the nodes is accidentally switched off or unplugged, the other nodes will immediately pick up the slack and reconnect your devices to ensure they have Internet connectivity all the time. I tried this "self-healing" ability of Velop by switching off one of the nodes and I am really impressed with its ability to ensure continued WI-FI coverage for all my devices. No stuttering, no downtime! No lagging at all!

I love how the node blends in easily

The colour indicator is really helpful as well

Those who house is more than 1 storey will really love Linksys Velop Mesh WiFi system

Now being a Netflix junkie means that I really enjoy watching my favourite shows once my children and wife are asleep. Ha :D With Velop you do not have to worry if you have to move from your living room to say...the kitchen to grab something to eat as the whole house is blanketed with full strength WI-FI signal. So there will be no lagging or buffering or whatsoever to disrupt your viewing experience. Likewise while I am playing game, I could easily move from room to room without being worried about dropped WI-FI signal as Velop allows me to enjoy seamless WI-FI roaming from room-to-room. This is made possible as you only need to be connected to only one network all the time without the need to switch. Now that is what I call WI-FI that sets you free!

Watch where I place my nodes around my home. :)

If you are a parent like me, you will be happy to know that you can easily limit and control your kids' screen time with the Linksys Shield (on Velop Tri-band only). So no more worrying about our little ones surfing the wrong kinds of websites, being addicted to online games or watching shows non-stop (only I am allowed to enjoy such privileges :p). So you are going to have a party and there will be many guests? Just share your WI-FI connection with them as they will get their own WI-FI name and password. All of these can be done easily though the app. Talking about total convenience and peace of mind huh!

It is obvious that Velop is really small compared to your normal router

 In the Kitchen? No problem Velop got you convered

Watching something in the toilet? Ha :D

Ha~no worries thanks to Linksys Velop

I am really happy that I have invested in this perfect WI-FI mesh network system of mine. It is really worth every penny I have spent as I now get to fully enjoy my Internet subscription to do things that I love. The best part is this Linksys Velop Mesh WI-FI is future-proof as it will enjoy automatic software and security updates to make sure you are always ahead of the competition. Last but not least the 3 years warranty and 3 years premium level tech support will surely be a great added assurance for you to purchase your very own Links Velop Mesh WI-FI system as well. It is time to create the perfect, flawless home WI-FI network.

For more information about Linksys Velop:
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Linksys Velop Whole Home WiFi to let you truly enjoy your Internet


Mi Band 4 With AMOLED Colour Display Is Here + Avengers Edition

The much anticipated Mi Band 4 has finally been unveiled in China and I am really impressed to say that Xiaomi has done it again. It is amazing that Xiaomi can squeeze so much goodies into this fitness band of theirs and still keep the price tag low. No wonder it is the best selling fitness band right now in the whole wide world. Mi Band 4 is a huge upgrade from its predecessor as it now comes with a beautiful AMOLED colour display. Yes, it is the first ever Mi Band with a colour screen.

Mi Band 4-now with AMOLED display!

Yours truly me is the proud of owner of all the Mi Bands (Generations 1, 2 and 3) that have been released so far and with the official announcement of this latest fitness band from Xiaomi, I kinda feel that my Mi Band 3 is already outdated. Will the AMOLED colour display alone be enough to persuade current Mi Band 3 owners to upgrade? I know I will jump on the bandwagon as the black and white display monochrome display will never be as good as one that pushes high resolution colours.

The screen is really gorgeous!

The new Mi Band 4 comes with a bigger screen. The display is now larger by a whopping 39.9% and Xiaomi has actually used AMOLED instead of normal LCD screen. This is really, really amazing if you ask me as they can still keep the price ridiculously low. On top of that, the screen is also protected by a 2.5D scracth-resistant tempered glass. Like its older siblings, Mi Band 4 will be equipped with the usual heart built-in heart rate sensor and it will be water resistant as well (up to 50 metre).

So it will have good visibility under direct sunlight?

Time to upgrade to Mi Band 4

This latest fitness band from Xiaomi also comes with an upgraded 6-axis high-precision sensor that can recognize the type of swimming strokes that you are making which includes Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly Stroke and Medley. Moreover Mi Band 4 can also track 6 different sporting modes such as running (both indoor and outdoor), exercise, swimming, cycling and walking. Thanks to its integrated NFC support, you can now use it to make payment through AliPay and WeChatPay. This is simply brilliant!

One of the biggest upgrades has got to be support for Xiao Ai voice assistant which can be utilized to control all of Xiaomi's IoT devices and gadgets. So far it is claimed that you can even play music, set schedules and book air tickets simply by talking to your Mi Band 4. WOW! The best part is, you can customize your voice command to execute certain actions that will be very useful. I really can't wait to try out this voice command feature of Mi Band 4!

Like as the other previous Mi Bands, it will be priced very competitively as it is the price tag that has been propelling Xiaomi's wrist wearables to the number 1 spot globally. Mi Band 4 will be available in 2 different variants. The version with NFC support will only cost you US$33 (RM140) while the one without NFC will only cost you US$25 (RM100); In other words, Mi Band 4 is ridiculously cheap with all the amazing hardware upgrades that they have made. I really want to get one as it is freaking affordable, right?

Avengers assemble and put on your Mi Band 4!

So it comes with customized Face Watch as well huh!

I want this Ironman Limited Edition Mi Band 4!

OK~those who love Avengers will be happy to know that there will be Avengers Limited Edition Mi Band 4. There are 3 different colours to choose from and each of them sports a unique colour band (black, red and blue), a custom metal dial (Avenger's Logo, Captain America's Shield and Ironman) as well as a matching metal wrist buckle. Honestly I think it is cool especially the Ironman version. The Avengers limited edition Mi Band 4 comes with a cheap price tag of US$50 (RM200) which I think is still relatively cheap. Mi Band 4 will be available starting from 14th of June! :)


4 Burning Questions About the Huawei Debacle-Will China Fight Back?

I have always known that Donald Trump loves to play with fire. But his latest attempt 5 days ago saw him burning more than just his flimsy hair...but then again does he even know what he is really doing? To say that a POTUS is ignorant will be completely senseless and he wields so much intelligence at his disposal. I am wondering if the majority of his board members are agreeable to his plans? We all know what happens to those who crossed Trump just like in the case of the FBI director who was fired! So here are my 4 burning questions about the Huawei Debacle:

Is Trump right?

4 Burning Questions About The Huawei Debacle

The first question that I will raise today is...is there any concrete irrefutable evidence to show that China is actually spying on the Americans? Is there really any cloak and dagger espionage going on? I doubt.
Can we still trust Google which has been weaponized by Trump? It is a shame that this is actually happening and it is a wake up call for all of us as Google knows everything about us.
Why Huawei consumers outside of USA need to bear the brunt of Donald Trump? Is that even fair? I am sure Google could have tweaked this to ensure that not everyone will be victimized by this stupid decision.
What will China do now? It is obvious that more guns are being trained on China at the moment and this will only get worse from here. Will China continues to sit still and allow themselves to be pushed around?

A tumultuous week for Huawei!

1-FALSE ALARM OR MALICE INTENTION?

I am sure if Donald Trump has the proof, he would have shown it to the world by now. He loves showing off to the world how good and correct he is right? So it makes me wonder why there is still nothing for us public to see? Or is this just an extension to the ongoing trade war? But then again it is his right to "protect" his citizens as he wants the best for them, "RIGHT"?

We know that China has been hacking everyone...

But is Huawei being made the scapegoat here?

2-GOOGLE CAN BE WEAPONIZED

It is shocking to note that Google has actually allowed themselves to be "weaponized" by the American government or more precisely Donald Trump. Did they agree to the banning order meekly or do they put up any fight at all? Aren't Google products supposed to help better humanity and serve everyone regardless of our differences and beliefs? This fiasco has shown us that we cannot TRUST Google and it will be foolish to rely heavily on this company in the future. We will never know when they will turn their backs on us again. Though Google made a U-turn saying that Huawei will still be receiving temporary licence and updates for existing devices, damages have been done and their credibility has taken a huge blow if not a serious dent!

Can we still trust Google?

3-PICK A SIDE

When Trump declared that Huawei products should not be supported by other American products (Google, Intel etc.), did he know that the ripples will be felt by everyone outside of America? Perhaps he knew and that was exactly his intention. Support him (America) or go bust! In case he does not know this, outside of his little bubble in America, most of the universal civilians are not fond of him. His latest miscalculated  move will land him into hot water if not boiling water. If people (outside of USA) were to pick a side, it would definitely not be him!

How will the rest of the world view this Huawei banning fiasco?

4-IS IT TIME TO RETALIATE?

Since January 2018, America has been engaged in a trade war with China after Trump becomes the president. Both sides insist that the other party was guilty of abusing International system and being involved in unfair practices. On paper it appears that Trump has been thumping his chests and pushing the Great Wall of China around. Likewise, China is unbelievably tolerant and is actively trying to resolve the differences between them. But is this Huawei Debacle the last straw for China? We will see. I am really hoping that China will retaliate and cut off America from their country altogether. It will be interesting to see how this unfolds. It is a fact that the Chinese Economy is more resilient and has the depth that the Americans do not possess. Let's see.

It is time for China to fight back before they lose more grounds!

As it stands now, a lot of people are beginning to side with China and see them as the victim in this botched situation. Even my colleagues have begun to tell me that they are considering boycotting American products such as Facebook and Apple gadgets. I was shocked to hear this but I guess it is only natural. Ask anyone outside of China and they will immediately tell you that the government of America is playing with fire that they might not be able to extinguish later. Will they bury the hatchets or one will perish? Who will prevail in the end? Let's see.

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Top 3 Gadgets I Saw at Taiwan Excellence Hi-Tech Week [Plaza Low Yat]

If you are looking for the coolest and most innovative gadgets in Malaysia right now, head over to Plaza Low Yat where the Taiwan Excellence Hi-Tech Week will be taking place. Earlier today, yours truly me had the opportunity to attend this incredulous 7-day exhibition which starts today (from 29th of April till 5th of May). Visitors will be amazed by the plethora of products that will be at your disposal during this exhibition.

Taiwan Excellence Hi-Tech Week

Date: 29th April - 5th May 2019

Time: 10a.m. - 10p.m.

Venue: Plaza Low Yat, Concourse, Ground Floor

Honestly I was dumbstruck the moment I saw the 55 innovative gadgets that are being showcased. Being a gadget and technology enthusiast, I am excited to have a closer look at the innovations which include state-of-the-art e-sport gadgets, lifestyle gadgets and other ingenious innovations. Rest assured that all the products being exhibited here are the best of the best from Taiwan as each of them has been meticulously handpicked.

Head over to Taiwan Excellence right now!

These innovations embody the Taiwan Excellence Award which honours products which have excelled in terms of research and development, superior quality, sublime design and of course exceptional marketing.  In other words, what you will be seeing at this exhibitions are gadgets and products that offer unmatched value for consumers and users. Don't believe me? Head over to Plaza Low Yat right now to see for yourself. As for me, there are 3 products that have really attracted me because of my lifestyle and job requirements:

Top 3 Gadgets at Taiwan Excellence

1-Asus ROG Smartphone-The Gaming Holy Grail

With avid gamers in mind especially the pro ones, Asus ROG is the gaming smartphone that everyone has been waiting for. Feast on the huge, gorgeous 6-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display which boasts an unbelievable refresh rate of 90Hz per second. On top of that you can enjoy immersive HDR visuals on this smartphone that will surely blow you away. The dual front-facing stereo speakers really blast out eargasmic sounds which make gaming "sounds" so incredibly realistic!

 Finally I could touch the holy grail of gaming!

The cooling system to keep the heat going for you!

Immerse yourself in ultra-realistic gaming experience

Rest assured that while you are in the heat of a battle, the detachable AeroActive Cooler can give you that added cooling boost to ensure your gaming experience is smooth and fluid! Do you know that this smartphone is also equipped with advanced haptic actuator that let you feel your game? Yes, you can actually feel the bullet hitting you. Ha :D Overall I am really impressed by how snappy and responsive this Asus ROG gaming phone is. If you are here, you have to try playing games on it which I did. How I wish I could own one! For more information about this de facto gaming smartphone do visit its official website: Asus ROG smartphone.

2-Plustek eScan A150

Being in the office most of the time, I need to do a lot of paperwork which inevitably means I will be working with loads of materials that needed to be edited, printed and of course scanned. My work requires me to have a lot of information at my fingertips. Hence Plustek eScan A150 is the solution that I believe companies need to invest in. For starters, this standalone innovative scanner which does not need to be hooked to a computer can immediately turn documents into processable and shareable information. You can scan to applications, email, fax servers and more in just a few simple steps!

The scanner that all offices and home need!

I was pleasantly surprised to know that setup is hassle free as you just need to plug and play to get the scanner up and running...I mean scanning. After that you can use the huge 7-inch LCD screen to work its magic:

SCAN: With a touch of the big button, you can quickly start to scan.
VIEW: You can easily review the page in full view that you have scanned.
SAVE: You can save your scanned document(s) in 9 different destinations: USB Drive, network folder, mobile devices, emails or cloud services (Google Drive, Dropbox etc.)
SEND: You can send your documents to multiple destinations again and again.

Scan anything easily now

Honestly this is really one very innovative scanner that can liberate you from all the wires and the need to be attached to a computer. Definitely a must-have device for any office. Gotta let my boss knows about this. For more information do visit its official website: Plustek eScan A150.

Behold the SleepBank

3-SleepBank

Just as the name suggests, this is a device that is related to what all of us need-sleep. In fact, I am so intrigued by this pyramid-shaped gadget that I had to probe the person in charge more about its functionality and how it works. It is a patented Sleep Frequency Technology (SFT) device that can allow you to enjoy quality sleep. In fact I believe every family needs to invest in one SleepBank as sleeping is one of the most important thing we all need.

Everyone needs this SleepBank!

How does SleepBank weave its magic? According to the marketer, the device utilizes 3 different technology to generate a natural field that makes your body relax, slow down your brain waves and prolong your deep sleep.

Harmonic Resonance with Schumann Resonance Frequency: Purify your sleeping environment and create a protective mask.
SFT Deep Sleep Requency: Induces relaxation by easing your chaotic state of mind to promote deep sleep.
Analog North and South Magnetic Field: Helps to restore the natural balance of the body.

It is easy to use this device thanks to its one-button operation and if you were to use it 8 hours daily for 365 days, it will only cost you a negligible electricity bill of RM1.50 (for the whole year). Undeniably this is one innovation that can benefit everyone in the household. In fact, I think this multiple-award winning device is the best innovation I have seen here at Taiwan Excellence. I am really, really interested in this device as I would want my family especially my children to have a good night's sleep. For more information, do visit its official website: SleepBank.

The Game of Thrones!

Me inside the Predator-the Pinnacle of gaming!

I was very darn ecstatic to have this experience!

Dayum!

Of course there are many other innovations that really deserve your time and attention as well. Avid PC gamers should really check out the Aqrus Gaming Monitor and Water Cooling PC which will not only allow you to enjoy your games but will also illuminate your gaming "centre" thanks to its brilliant aurora LED lights. It is really an eye candy if you ask me.

Aqrus Gaming for those who want to feel the intensity while basking in the colourful lights!

OMG! Just look at the colourful cooling system of the PC

For our little ones-Gigo booth with STEM educational toys

I am ready for action sir!

You can control your robot via your smartphone!

Those with children will be delighted to visit the Gigo Booth which cultivates higher order learning in your little ones through its STEM-centred toys and gadgets. You can control the your assembled robot by using your smartphone which is really neat and can expose your kids to early robotics. On the other hand, corporate consumers can get to know more about products that can help elevate their businesses such as the Aver All-in-one Conferencing Soundbar which is equipped with 4K camera, dual speakers and dual microphones.

Can you see me?

Aver All-in-one conferencing solutions!

4K camera with dual speakers and dual microphones!

Some of Transcend's awesome products!

DrivePro Body Camera!

It comes with multiple mounting options

Hmm...so where should I clip this?

Last but not least, visitors will not only be able to have a closer look at the cool gadgets and products, there will also be many educational workshops that can benefit plus daily lucky draws to win great prizes. Please refer to the week-long itinerary (the last photo at the bottom) to see what exciting activities you can join! Do not miss out on this amazing opportunity to get up-close and personal with Taiwan's best innovations that is happening right now at the Concourse Floor of Plaza Low Yat, Kuala Lumpur!

Here are other gadgets and products that excite me!

WiseChip's Transparent OLED that shows you everything at a glance

The magical Bubblingplus Surprise Bottle: turns your bitter coffee into a sweet cup of joe!

Wine lovers look over here!

Electric adjustable wine aerator!

Wine pourer with filter

 3-in-1 Multi function Wine Opener

Wine Opener

Papershoot?

Want to find out more? Head over to...

Taiwan Excellence Hi-Tech Week

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Taiwan Excellence Hi-Tech Week at Plaza Low Yat


Beat The Haze & Heatwave With My Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan

Have you noticed that the suffocating stench of haze is hanging densely in our air lately? In fact the putrid stench of the haze is still palpable even when we have bolted all the windows and doors while we are in the "comfort" of our home. This is so wrong! This is worsened by the searing temperature that comes with the sweltering heatwave. So not only that we have to deal with the blistering hot spell, the very air that we breathe in has become extremely dirty as well even inside our own home.

Me unboxing my new air purifier! :)

I am well aware that I need to solve both these problems of filthy, hazy air and hot weather at the same time. There is no way I am going to risk the health of my little Jordan and Jasmine by allowing them to breathe in the dirty air. Hence I need an air purifier that will cleanse whatever that we inhale inside our home; In other words an air purifier that really works properly. So after searching high and low, I finally found what I need to keep my family safe and healthy...and not to mention cool too during this hot and stuffy spell!

My Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan

It comes with a beautiful magnetized remote

It's time to breathe in pure, fresh, clean air. :D

Behold my new Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan which is my answer to beat the haze and heatwave. Though initially I was held back by its relatively eye-watering price tag, I immediately decided to get one the moment I realized how effective it is in purifying our dirty air (read on to find out). I believe my investment in health with Dyson Pure Cool technology will give me peace of mind for the sake of my beloved family especially my two little ones.

 Both of them are so happy with their new "fan". :)

Look ma~no blades!

Look at how excited they were. :)

Some of you might ask, do we really need an air purifier when we are at home? You see unless you are living in an air-tight vacuum house, you will really need a good air purifier as we will be spending the bulk of our time in our home sweet home. Sadly our home can no longer be considered to be clean anymore as pollutants from outside can easily permeates the air in our home, rendering it to be unhealthy. Imagine breathing in the dirty air that seeps into your home for 12 hours even when you are sleeping!  NO WAY I am going to let my wife and children breathe in those dirty air particles and clog their lungs! That is why yours truly me have invested in Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan. The following are my reasons:

6 Reasons Why Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan Is The Best Air Purifier

1-Real Time Air Quality Reading

What really impresses me is the presence of an LCD display that will actually show me the air quality around me in real-time on the spot. This means that the Dyson air purifier will automatically sense and detect all the particles as well as gases and reveal the exact readings or air pollution thanks to the state-of-the-art Dyson algorithm. On top of that, the sensors can also also pick up humidity level and temperature accurately.

Real-time air quality reading!

Understanding the air around you

2-Purifies with 360 Degree Filtration System

The ability to capture a whopping 99.95% of ultrafine particles as small as 0.1 microns makes Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan one of the best air purifiers in the market. The best part is, the filtration system can suck, capture and filter air not only from one direction but every single direction thanks to its 360 degree filtration system which really sets it apart from the competition. So no pollutants can run and hide! The fully-sealed filter system consists of activated carbon and a Glass HEPA filter that will remove almost all (99.95%) of pollutants that are invisible to our naked eyes. In other words, the air in your home will now be fresh and clean.

3-Purified Air For Every Inch of the Room

This is yet another interesting feature that helps me to make up my mind to get this air purifier from Dyson. Thanks to its unique Air Multiplier technology and the new 350 degree oscillation (YES 350 degree!), every inch of the room will be projected and filled with purified, clean air. You can choose to oscillate it either at 45⁰, 90⁰, 180⁰ and of course 350⁰. Honestly, this is something that a normal air purifier will not be able to do. Two thumbs up for this feature!

Project purified air in every direction

This is how Air Multiplier Technology works

4-Beautiful Sexy Design

OK! I don't want to brag but this new machine of mine is really a head turner. Family members, relatives and friends were stunned the moment they lay their eyes on my sexy air purifier. Honestly, even I can't help but to admire its beautiful aesthetic lines and design which really make it a fashion statement to say the least. It fits every corner of the house! By the way, I really love this sleek Nickel Black air purifier of mine~it exudes so much enigma and class to it. Dayum!

Beauty and the Beast

5-Dyson Link App

Though Dyson has included a beautiful (again this is amazingly designed) curved, magnetized remote control to put it neatly on top of the purifier, I can actually control my air purifier by using the Dyson Link App using my smartphone. Besides having the same features as the physical remote control, I can also track the daily or weekly air quality where my air purifier is placed. On top of that I can schedule when I want it to be automatically turned on and off. Speaking about intuitive design huh!

Linking Dyson Link App with the air purifier

Works like the real remote

Before and After

Now they can sleep better at night. :)

6-Rigorous Testing To Create The Perfect Air Purifier

This is one of the most important reasons why I choose Dyson purifying technology. Do you know that it took 2,605 prototypes to create the perfect Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan that we see right now? The rigorous testing (POLAR Test Chamber) is done to reflect real living spaces to ensure that the air is purified anywhere in the whole room. For your information other normal air purifiers will only cleanse the air around the machine and not the whole room. Obviously not all air purifiers are the same.

Of course there are so many other features that I have yet to mention such as Night Time Mode which I use a lot as the purifier will shift to its quietest settings and dim the LCD display to ensure we will have a good night's sleep. So if you are looking for an air purifier to beat the haze and a cooling fan to sizzle down the heatwave, you should really consider this Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan. It is time for you to breathe in healthy, cool air in your own home! This is the de facto air purifier which checks all the boxes. Period. :)

Now I can sleep better as well....ZZZzzzz *snore*

You can get your very own Dyson air purifier at shop.dyson.my

Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Tower Fan: RM2,829
Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Desk Fan: RM2,259


4 Easy Tips to Capture Better Videos on Mobile Devices

Over the years the cameras on mobile devices have improved by leaps and bounds and today most can easily record High Definition (HD) quality videos. However that alone does not determine how your videos will turn out – as you may already realize. If you want to capture better videos on mobile devices, you need to know how to use the camera to your advantage. That is where the following easy tips can help:

A tripod will help to steady any mobile phone.

1-Keep The Camera Steady and Avoid Moving

While you’re recording you should try to keep the camera steady – to the point of being perfectly still if possible. The less you move the camera or your body, the clearer your video will look. To keep the camera steady you should always hold in in both hands and keep it close to your body so that your arms are near your sides for additional support. If you find this too tiring or still have difficulty, you could use a tripod or find some other way to keep the camera stable.

Always opt for the best

2-Record in The Highest Resolution and Frame Rate

Both the resolution and frame rate are important to the overall video quality. The resolution will affect the definition of the video and how sharp it looks. On the other hand the frame rate will affect its smoothness – especially when there is movement in the shot. Try recording at a resolution of 1080p and a frame rate of 30 at least – though if either one can be higher, you should increase them.

Try to find the light

3-Find Good Lighting and Position Yourself to Take Advantage of It

Lighting can have a big impact on the videos you record using mobile devices because their sensor is generally smaller than DSLR cameras. Ideally you should always make sure there is plenty of light – preferably diffused so that it doesn’t cast hard shadows. If you’re recording outdoors you should try capturing videos during the golden hour. On the other hand if you’re indoors you could use softboxes to provide diffused light, or even set up a basic three-point lighting configuration.

Use a mic

4-Use An External Microphone

If you’re recording audio and intend to keep it – you need an external microphone. The built-in microphone on mobile devices won’t cut it, and the audio quality will probably drag down the entire video. Even a mid-range external microphone can improve the audio that you record by leaps and bounds. However for best results you should get the right type of microphone, such as a shotgun mic to record audio from a certain location.

In addition to these steps it can help to know how to edit videos. Few videos are perfect when they are first recorded, and most could do with adjustments to the white balance, colors, stabilization, and more. If you want you could even create a photo video from stills arranged in a time-lapse effect. If you use the tips described above, the impact they have on your videos should be readily apparent. From there you can build on them further by experimenting and getting more experience in the process.

Images credits: Shutterstock


Energizer Power Max P18K Pop Smartphone With A Monstrous 18,000 mAh Battery

I am  sure by now when it comes to smartphone innovation, a lot of us would love to see something unique and different; Something that we have never experienced before like folding smartphones, dual-display devices or one with 5 cameras mounted at the back.  How about taking something that we already have and need and then supersized it? That is exactly what Energizer did with their latest Power Max P18K! So what did they supersize? Battery of course duh and 18,000 mAh of juice to be precise! OMG!

Behold the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop

Of course we are all aware that when Energize rolls out their latest smartphone, it is going to go big on battery right? Maybe say...around 6,000 mAh or 7,000 mAh right? Then again nobody is expecting them to cram a whopping 18,000 mAh of juice into their smartphone. This capacity is totally more than most of the powerbank(s) that you have in your pocket or bag right now. How do they even do that?

The back sports a very beautiful finish

To fit 18k of battery juice into the back of a smartphone is not an easy task at all. So far, there is no cutting edge technology that will allow you to have huge battery and pack in a small form factor. Just ask Samsung about their explosive Galaxy Note 7. So instead of trying to shrink the device, the team from Energizer decided to just flaunt the "extra size" of their new Power Max P18K Pop. Why hide it when you can just embrace that little extra thickness. It is a brick no doubt, but it will be a really good one!

So is this thickness pocket-able? :D

How thick you may ask? So with that added 18k of juice, the device is 3cm (30mm) thick which I think is a bit funny but totally acceptable. Why? Imagine you are lugging your smartphone and another powerbank in your pocket or bag, that will be more than 3cm or thickness most of the time right? Then you have the deal the mess that comes with the cables and what not. So to me, that extra that 1.5cm or 2cm is nothing when you can have battery that will last you for 50 days! The best part is, Energizer claims that you can watch 200 hours of video playback on a single charge!  Dayum! This sounds like a phone that you can bring into the jungle. Ha :D

I thought the front-facing selfie camera looks

really good (though the idea was borrowed)

Thought it looks like a brick, it is surprisingly comfortable to hold as it is slightly curved in a way so that it fits snugly in your grip. Under its hood, Power Max P18K Pop is powered by MediaTek Helip P70 processor, complemented by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. There is even micro SDcard storage to expand your storage needs. Good specifications if you ask me.

So far this smartphone has the longest-lasting

battery to date...like really, really long!

You will be greeted by the huge 6.2-inch Full HD display without any notch and it sports really razor thin bezels. Why notch-less? Apparently, Energizer has borrowed something from Vivo NEX Pop-up camera idea and integrate it into this new smartphone of their. With the touch of a button, the selfie camera will pop up featuring 12MP + 2MP camera module. Quite nifty for a smartphone which huge battery if you ask me. Flip the device to the back and you will see the triple-rear cameras that will be your main shooters!

Do you think you will want this smartphone with super battery?

It is said that Energizer Power Max P18K Pop can even be used to jump start your car's battery in times of emergency. I am sure this is doable since they have done extensive research. Of course this smartphone can be a powerbank for other devices or smartphones with its OTG charging. So do you think you will need such smartphone? It comes with a US$799 (RM3,200) price tag and will land in Malaysia around July.


Russell Taylors Air Fryer-My Honest Review

I once thought that air fryer is just a fancy kitchen gadget that will turn into a white elephant soon after you have unwrapped the lavish packaging; I was also very skeptical about the food that you cook with this so-called "frying using the air" technology. I asked myself, "Will the food even be edible let alone tasty?" Those are the questions that have been stopping me from believing in any air fryer until...I was introduced to this Russell Taylors' Air Fryer. Honestly after trying it for the first time, my perception of food cooked by air fryer has completely changed.

 Introducing Russell Taylors Air Fryer

Benefits of using this air fryer

What can you do with an air fryer?

Let's unbox my air fryer right now. :)

First and foremost, for those uninitiated non-believer like the previous me, an air fryer uses hot air convection to cook your food. In other words, instead of using OIL to fry your food, an air fryer will use AIR to cook your meals. This translates to less oil/fat being used and ultimately you will get to enjoy healthier food which is equally delicious if not better. So what is the secret of this Russell Taylors air fryer? Apparently it utilizes advanced, rapid hot air circulation technology to cook your food from all angles swiftly and evenly.

 I can't help but fall in love with this air fryer of mine.

Sleek and elegant

I got myself the Russell Taylors Digital Air Fryer AF-36 XL which is the company's biggest air fryer (4.8 liters) to date. Right after I had ripped the box open, I was greeted by this sleek, jet-black coloured air fryer which really looks like a fashion statement on its own. Its design is simple, yet it exudes so much elegance to it that it can be placed in any corner in my kitchen. The digital panel nestled on top of the machine makes it even more remarkable, giving it that premium, sophisticated touch. OK! I was totally swooned by its look; Can it walk the talk? Let's see.

So how do we use this Russell Taylors air fryer?

Push forward the transparent button to reveal the frying basket

Just look at the huge capacity!

Using the air fryer for the very first time was truly effortless as it was easy to operate even without reading the manual (but you are advised to read it first :p). Pretty intuitive if you ask me! After holding the hand grip, all you need to do is to push the "transparent squarish button" forward to draw out the pan which is nestling the frying basket. To separate the basket from the pan, just press the dial underneath the transparent button to release the basket. This mechanism allows you to wash the pan and basket after dishing out your meals.

Time to cook?

When in doubt, do refer to the manual...which I didn't because it was really easy to use.

So how do we cook our food such as chicken or fish using the air fryer? It is pretty easy. Basically all you need to do is to put whatever you want to cook into the basket and push the pan into the air fryer again. Then the digital control panel will be activated, prompting you how you would like your food to be cooked. You can either control it manually in terms of temperature and timer or you can use the cooking preset menu (there are 7 to choose from) to cook your food. As for me, I cooked my fish and chicken just by using the preset menu, sat back and relaxed! It was really, really easy. After 20 minutes or so, my perfectly air-fried fish and chickens are  ready to be served! Voila~it is time to feast!

My wife was really excited to use her air fryer.

Here we go...

 You can either set the temperature and timer manually or...

You can use the preset menu to cook your food. EASY!

Is the food cooked by my Russell Taylors Air Fryer tasty? Is it better than conventional cooking using wok and pan? The verdict is... *drum roll* the fish and chicken cooked by using the air fryer were really, really more delicious and flavourful compared to traditional way of cooking them *gasped*. To be brutally honest, I did not expect them to taste this scrumptious as I had always believed nothing beats wok and pan. How wrong was I.

Ding! The fish is ready to be served!

Look at my happy wife, holding her perfectly cooked fish minus the odour. :)

Crispy on the outside but tender and juicy on the inside!

It is easy to prepare dinner with our air fryer now.

The skin of the fish was so crispy and yet not a single drop of oil was used to fry the fish. The fish was fried to perfection and the meat was so tender, sweet and juicy. I believe the air frying technology can lock the juice in the meat, giving the fish that lips-smacking goodness! I was really taken aback with the results to be honest. Moving on, we threw in 6 pieces of chicken wings (yeah~the frying basket is really big) into the air fryer and waited for them to be cooked. We pressed the desired menu and voila in no time our sleek, jet-black air fryer was beeping, informing us that our chicken wings are ready!

How about chicken wings?

Visually, all 6 of the chicken wings were air fried flawlessly as you can tell by looking at the golden brown texture of the skin. But how about the taste? I sank my teeth into the chicken wings and oh my God~immediately I knew that the chicken wings were masterfully cooked. Like the fish, the chicken meat was delicate and lusciously delectable. How was this even possible? Again it was because of the all-angle rapid air technology used by Russell Taylors. I am truly impressed to say the least.

Our chicken wings are ready.

Masterfully cooked without the need to flip the chicken wings or deal with any popping hot oil!

Healthy golden brown chicken wings

Even my wife who is one of the greatest cooks that I have known, gives her nod of approval for this air fryer. Moreover she claims that besides cooking fish, chicken or whatever we desire to perfection, the use of air fryer also means that she can free up her time to do something else while waiting for our food to be served. This is what we call convenience right? My wife also loves the air fryer because she does not need to sniff in those odours while frying her fish or chicken anymore. Thanks to the integrated air filter, the use of air fryer also means that your cooking will be clean and your kitchen will be odourless. Thumbs up!

Wifey is really, really happy with the chicken wings.

The chicken wings were really finger-licking good!

So can an air fryer replace your wok and pan? The answer is no. However I must admit that an air fryer is a must-have cooking companion to complement your cooking experience. I am really, really happy to get this huge air fryer for my wife. Now she can can cook tasty dinner for us every single day. In fact this air fryer is also a multi-cooker which means you can bake a cake, grill calamari and even roast a whole chicken with it! Dayum! I am drooling right now.

I am really happy with my Russell Taylors Digital Air Fryer AF-36

The best part is, this high-quality Russell Taylors air fryer only cost me around RM250 and it comes with 1 year warranty which is an absolute value for money if you ask me. My wife is very, very happy with her latest kitchen helper so lots brownie points for me *wink wink*. Get your very own air fryer at Lazada now and enjoy perfectly cooked healthy food with your family. :)

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Honor View 20-The Hole-Punch Camera Smartphone

Ever since Apple introduced the notch, a lot of other smartphone makers have followed suit which has rendered the whole design of smartphones to be rather boring and stale. A few companies think that the notch is ugly and they intend to incorporate the front-facing camera rather differently. NEX Pop-up Camera smartphone and NEX Dual Display are two of the smartphones from Vivo which believe there is more to life than just notches. Oppo also introduced their Find X which boasts futuristic hidden motorized camera that looks damn awesome! Clearly, the notch will be a thing in the past in 2019!

Design & Display

Introducing Honor View 20 which is the world's first (outside of China) smartphone with hole-punch camera. When you first lay your eyes on the smartphone, you will not notice the 'hole-punch' camera on the top left corner of the display. Obviously without the notch, the screen looks much bigger right? You will appreciate the huge beautiful 6.4-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2310x1080 with a broader aspect ratio. In other words, the display is wider in our hand.

So what happens after the notch had been replaced by a hole-punch camera? Interestingly, apps will extend its display even beyond the hole-punch area which means there will be tricky, testing situations whereby you might not hit the 'x' to close certain menus or advertisements. Then again it might not be a problem after all as most apps will simply just ignore the existence of the camera to function normally. Nonetheless this hole-punch display by Honor is really amazing since the company has actually outdone its more premium sibling-Huawei.

Which is your favourite colour?

Besides the gorgeous display, View 20 can definitely be a fashion statement on its own thanks to its aesthetic. Flip the phone to the back and you will be greeted by the stunning V-patterned finish which reflects light to become a visual spectacle. The solid aluminium frame and smooth curved glass give the device a very premium finish. The buttons are interestingly made of metal and you can even spot the rare  sight of 3.5mm headphone jack. I am glad that Honor did not do an iPhone with this latest marvel of theirs.

Performance & Specification
Under the hood, View 20 is powered by Kirin 980 octa-core chipset which has different cores to handle different tasks individually at the same time. It is also complemented by a whopping 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Sadly microSD card slot is missing, which is real bummer of a shutterbug like me. For its price point, this smartphone is really a bargain for those who want power for gaming, work or entertainment.

Up close and personal

Besides the fingerprint reader at the back, there is also Face Recognition which utilizes the front camera for you to log into your device securely. Of course we would have preferred an in-display fingerprint scanner. Guess that's how their differentiate the flagships between Honor and Huawei. In terms of battery, the device is powered by 4,000mAh cell which can last your for 2 days for moderate usage. It supports 22.5W SuperCharge through USB-C and of course wireless charging is also absent for the reason we have mentioned earlier.

View 20 Cameras
It is not a secret that more and more companies are focusing on cameras as this id no doubt the most-used feature in a smartphone. It appears that Honor View 20 is firing full cylinders in this department as well with its 48MP rear Sony camera, paired with a huge sensor and fast f/1.8 aperture. That is really a lot of resolution to capture images with lots of details. The second rear camera-3D TOF (Time of Flight) is there to detect depth, to help you blur backgrounds and what not for your bokehs and portrait shots. Flip the phone to the front and you will get your 25MP f/2.0 front-facing camera which of course can help you to take flawless selfies.

So is Honor View 20 the flagship budget smartphone that you have been waiting for? With triple antenna setup and Link Turbo (4G+WiFi) and dual-frequency (L1+L5) GPS thrown in, it is a bargain for its relatively mid-range price tag. The Honor View 20 is going to be officially unveiled in Malaysia for sale for this coming Saturday (26th January 2019) with an expected retail price of RM2,199. There will be a roadshow at 1Utama in conjunction with the release of View 20. So which do you prefer? The notch or this hole-punch camera? 😁


The 4 Cameras of Samsung Galaxy A9

After being bombarded with ads after ads on TV, my interest for Samsung Galaxy A9 has certainly spiked tremendously. In the commercial, the smartphone brag about its quad-camera set up which can shoot amazing photos. Of course my wife got interested and naturally I am obliged to find out more about this new potential smartphone that boasts not one, not two and not even three but a whopping 4 cameras!

4 cameras for all your photography needs

When you hold it in your hand(s), you will be greeted by the huge, gorgeous 6.3-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED Display that comes with a resolution of 2220x1080 pixels. The phone feels solid and classy in its glass-and-metal body. The rear design now looks more beautiful thanks to the funky colour gradient. Galaxy A9 comes in 3 different hues; Bubblegum Pink, Lemonade Blue and Caviar Black. The first two comes with gradient colours while Caviar Black gives you...well...all black back.

The colour gradient is really beautiful

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 that is complemented by either 6GB or 8GB of RAM. As for internal storage, you will have 128GB at your disposal which is considered good. Of course you can top up the storage with an expandable microSD slot. Here comes the most attention-grabbing design of the smartphone-the vertical quad-camera module!

Never run out of storage

Let's talk about the 4 cameras shall we? *drum roll* First and foremost, the main shooter (third from th top) is a 24MP camera with an f/1.7 aperture lens. Moving down is the secondary 5MP camera sensor whose main purpose it to capture the depth of object for better portraits. On top of the main sensor is the 10MP telephoto camera that will equip you with 2X optical zoom though it has a smaller f/2.4 aperture lens. Finally, the top most camera is an 8MP (f/2.4) ultra wide shooter that will give you a 120 degree field of view. There you have it folks, 4 cameras for every situation that you will need.

4 cameras and their "powers"

Flip it to the front and you will see the 20MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture lens. Nope...no four cameras here. Just one. The cameras come with Scene Optimizer which is capable of recognizing up to 19 different scenes. If you have taken a bad shot, the camera will inform you via its Flaw Detection feature. I guess it will be annoying if you keep on getting prompts telling you how bad you are at taking photos. Ha :D

The fingerprint scanner will be at the back and you can unlock the phone using the front-facing camera unlike Vivo NEX Dual Display. LOL :D The other are the usual bells and whistles such as Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11ac WIFI, NFC and device comes with Android 8.0 Oreo. Galaxy A9 will be juiced by a huge 3,800 mAh battery and it does support fast-charging via USB Type-C.  I wonder if the cameras will really work as advertised. Gotta check it out soon. To get this smartphone with 4 cameras, you will need to pay RM1,999.


Razer Phone 2 Will Be In Malaysia on 15th January 2019

For those of you who think that Asus ROG gaming smartphone is not up to the task for you, you will be happy to know that Razer Phone 2 will be hitting out Malaysian stores. How soon? Mark the date-15 of January 2019 will be the official date whereby the ultimate gaming phone-Razer 2 will be unveiled to the people of Malaysia. Are you excited?

5.72-inch Quad HD+ display!

So far no price and spec have been revealed yet to the general public. However if you can't wait for the official unveiling of the phone, you can of course grab one for around RM3,298 at Mobile2Go. For the uninitiated, Razer 2 will be featuring a 5.72-inch Quad HD+ display with an amazing refresh rate of 120Hz. Under the hood, the gaming phone is powered by a Snapdragon 845 processor together with 8GB of RAM.

Now...playing mobile games on a smartphone will never be the same anymore!

As for storage, there will be a reasonable 64GB of internal UFS storage at your disposal for you to install all those graphic crunching games. If the on-board storage is not sufficient, you can always slot in a MicroSD card which is expandable up to a whopping 1TB of storage. As for photography, you will have a dual-camera setup which consists of the main 12MP f/1.75 shooter and a secondary 12MP f/2.6 telephoto camera. Then again I doubt those who are going to grab this phone really care about the cameras. LOL :D

To wrap up this mini announcement, Razer 2 will be furnished with two front-facing Dolby-Atmos stereo speakers to blast all those eargasmic sounds for immersive game play. If you are the kind who love to play games in the rain or while showering, you will be glad to know that it comes with IP67 dust and water resistance. This ultimate game device is juiced by a 4,000mAh battery which is supported by Quick Charge 4.0 via USB-C. So do you want to own this "gaming-console"?

Beautiful, isn't it?


Vivo NEX Dual Display Is Coming To Malaysia

Behold: Vivo NEX with Dual Display (front & back) will be shipping into our Malaysian shores pretty soon. It is the successor of the highly popular Vivo NEX with pop up camera. So instead of sticking to the motorized camera mechanism, Vivo has opted something even better-dual display. That extra screen at the back will surely come in handy when you want to take selfie, no? Girls and social butterflies aiming for perfect shots will be yearning for this smartphone.

Up front, you will be greeted by a huge 6.39-inch edge-to-edge Full HD+ display while the rare back display, which is comparatively smaller than the primary one is still considered huge at 5.49-inch. Besides boasting generous screen estate at the back, it the rear display pushes Full FD (1920x1080) with an aspect ration of 16:9, which is not bad at all for a secondary display. Both the front and back displays are Super AMOLED so your eyes can get to enjoy visually pleasing vivid colours. The primary front display flaunts 91.63% of screen to body ration.

10GB of RAM is a lot...

Under the hood, NEX Dual Display is powered by Snapdragon 845 processor which is similar to its predecessor. The difference is in terms of RAM. Instead of getting "only" 8GB of RAM, this latest dual-screen magic runs on 10GB of RAM which is a lot if you ask me. As for space, you will have 128GB of internal storage which is...non expandable. This is really a bummer for tirgger happy shutterbugs.

The triple camera setup of Vivo NEX Dual Display

Doing away with the motorized camera means the latest reincarnation of NEX will not have a front-facing camera for your selfies. Instead, you will be relying on the rear cameras to snap all your photos. At the back, you will see the triple-camera system that is situated at the top horizontally. The main camera utilizes Sony's IMX363 sensor which boasts 4-axis OIS. The secondary shooter is a 2MP camera while the third TOF camera is used to sense 3D depth.

In-display fingerprint sensor and facial recognition

One very interesting addition that is integrated is the "Lunar Ring" in the rear display. This round element actually extends along the main cameras. It can be used as a soft light for you to snap your perfect selfies. Besides making your photos more Instagrammable, the Lunar Ring also doubles up as a notification light. It can illuminate in different hues based on your apps notifications which I think is brilliant!

the 2-in-1 Lunar Ring

Just like its older sibling, you will have the luxury of using in-display sensor to unlock the phone. If you prefer to use your pretty face to unlock your device, you will have to flip to the back to use the cameras to do so, which is a bit less intuitive. Then again you can still straight away use the secondary-rear display right?

This latest wonder by Vivo is juiced by a 3,500mAh battery pack which is considered a bit small because now you will have to displays to drain your battery. Then again I am sure the power management of device would have been tweaked to ensure it is more efficient and long-lasting without the need to be plugged to the wall all the time. Are you excited to own this special smartphone. Vivo NEX Dual Display Edition will be available to all Malaysians on the 10th of January for a price tag of RM3,199.