Telegram to add paid services in 2021

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
announced
 yesterday that the app will start

introducing paid services in 2021 to cover the cost of its increasing number of users.

Messaging features on Telegram will still be free

Fret not, the messaging features that Telegram users are enjoying right now will remain free permanently. Durov stated in his Telegram channel that the company will be adding new features for business teams or power users — these are the new features that will require payment.

Telegram will have its own Ad Platform in addition to paid services

In addition to that, Durov promises ad-free chats because “displaying ads in private 1-to-1 chats or group chats is a bad idea”. Instead, Telegram will have its own Ad Platform that can be used in one-to-many channels so it can help cover the expenses spent on servers and traffic. It will also be less intrusive as compared to the third-party ad platforms that are being used in channels now.

Telegram
 also promises to benefit its community — for example, artists who make premium stickers may earn some profit and those who pay for ads via the Ad Platform will get free traffic depending on the size of their channel.

There are currently almost 500 million active users on Telegram as of today, making it one of the largest messaging apps in the world.

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Telegram to add “secure group call” feature by this year amidst Zoom blunders

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Popular WhatsApp alternative, Telegram will be getting a group video call feature, according to the company.

In a
blog post
 by the company, the feature was teased very
briefly
 and vaguely – but it does say that it’ll arrive to the app this year. There will an emphasis on security, and in light of Zoom’s
inadequacies
 in this department, we think Telegram wants to pounce on the opportunity to be the
alternative
 people are looking for.

Of course, people already have WhatsApp, Skype, and even Facebook for their video conferencing needs, but considering Telegram doesn’t have a proper video call feature, now would be a good time for the company to introduce one.

With Telegram’s ability to be used on multiple devices with
contacts
 all saved neatly – it would make the implementation of a video call feature in the app very simple. Of course, Telegram will take their time to make sure
it’s
 actually safe to use first, which makes sense since Telegram prides
itself
 on being secure.

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Telegram’s 2020 update includes a feature to send messages only when recipient is online

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New year, new Telegram; the messaging app is welcoming 2020 with a bunch of updates for both iOS and Android devices.

Now on Telegram, there’s a new theme editor that lets you edit the background, accent and message elements in your Telegram chat, so you can customize your Telegram to perfectly match your taste. You can even add gradients to the background and messages, and change the angle of the gradient for the background. In addition to that, Telegram added new patterns for the background that is also customizable to your preferred colors. If customization seems like too much of a hassle for you, Telegram also updated its color schemes so you have more options.

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Telegram also introduced a new feature called “Send When Online”; you’re basically given the option to schedule messages to be sent once the recipient comes online on the app. Always fighting to see who’s the first to send that “Good morning” text? With “Send When Online”, you’ll always win that battle — even if you’re actually still sleeping soundly. Of course, if you don’t have the access to your recipients’ online status then this feature won’t work.

Apart from better accuracy in sharing your location, Telegram also added a list view for your “Search” results so you can check on all the messages that contain that keyword you’re searching for. If you’re an iPhone user and you’re hoping the multiple messages selection feature on Android will be available soon, well today’s your lucky day.

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In addition to that, iOS users can also choose different browsers to open links, change their text size throughout the app, and customize their iOS share sheet settings. It’s even easier for you to switch between three accounts — without the need to log out — on iOS by accessing them directly on your home screen. Just note that you’ll have to be on iOS 13.

As for Android users, you can quickly switch to Night Mode in the app when you click the top of the menu, where the moon icon is located. You can share external content with multiple friends at once, Marco your archive as read, select your video quality prior to sending them, and choose to disable automatic reply recording when you listen to a voice message.

If you’re still wondering what Telegram has for you in this update, check out their
official site
.

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Telegram’s new update let you un-send any messages in the past with no limits

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Telegram released a new update on March 24 with more improvements and features that can enhance users’ in-app experience, and one of the features lets its users gain complete control of their private conversations.

Telegram has already introduced its “Unsend” feature back in 2017, but with the new update, Telegram users can un-send literally any messages in their conversations with no time limit. Previously the feature is only limited to a 48-hour timeframe, but now even if it’s a month ago, you will still be able to delete your messages.

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In addition, you can delete messages you’ve sent — which is normal — and also messages you’ve received, and these messages can be deleted for both parties. Now no one will be able to hold a past conversation against you with this updated “Unsend” feature.

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That aside, Telegram is offering higher security by restricting the people who can forward your messages. Telegram forwarded messages used to be linked to the original sender’s account, but with anonymous forwarding, you can now remove the link when your messages are forwarded to others. Just go to Privacy and Security settings and choose who can get a link to your account in the Forwarded Messages section. On a side note, your profile photo can also be set to private so only your contacts can view it.

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To ensure that the app is more user-friendly, Telegram also added Settings Search, and it’s exactly what its name describes — a search tool to find your settings. In addition, Telegram users can also use the search tool to find answers based on Telegram’s FAQ.

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It is undeniable that many of us are attached to using emojis, stickers and GIFs to express ourselves in conversations. With the new update, GIFs can be previewed when you tap and hold onto each GIF, and large GIFs can be streamed instead of downloaded for faster viewing. Android users can also use keywords to search for an emoji, while iOS users will have to wait a little bit longer. Similar to WhatsApp, emojis sent in Telegram without any texts will be slightly larger than usual.

In efforts to increase usability, Telegram also introduced support for VoiceOver on iOS and TalkBack on Android. With this support, users will be able to use Telegram without looking at the screen.

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Telegram’s new update lets its users undo deleted chats and sort contacts from last seen time

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Telegram is similar to WhatsApp in many ways but with its newest version, the app receives a new feature that is yet to be seen on WhatsApp. Telegram version 5.2 has several updates, but the one that stands out is the ability to undo your chat/history deletion.

Telegram users can now recall deleted chats and history if they regret doing so, but this will only last for five seconds. Basically, after you delete a chat, you have five seconds to recall it or it’ll be gone forever.

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This feature is rather unique, though its practicality is questionable. This is because it’s almost unlikely that someone can accidentally delete a message, as clicking the delete button will lead to the app asking whether users want to clear history or delete chat.

However, it is possible for one to regret deleting a chat, though five seconds sure is a short time for one to wonder if he or she regrets the decision. Either way, at least the undo feature offers users the option to recall the deletion so they can retrieve the data if they want. This feature is probably for those who wants to remove their conversation with their exes and regret doing so right after they deleted the chat.

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Besides that, Telegram now allows its users to sort the list of contacts by their last seen time instead of just alphabetically. This makes it easier for Telegram users to search for active contacts instead of scrolling through their long list of contacts to find that one person.

That aside, Telegram groups will now allow 200,000 members in a single group which is twice the amount of its previous limits. These groups allow users to toggle persistent history, add admins with specific privileges and also introduce a feature called group permissions. Admins will be able to restrict their members from posting specific contents with the new feature, like preventing them from adding new members, sending stickers and gifs or pin messages.

Image credit: Telegram

Apart from that, Telegram Desktop also received a new upgrade. With its version 1.5.8, the desktop app now supports automatic files download and the option to choose input and output devices for Telegram Calls.

Users can also choose their preferred emoji set from the Chat Settings, in which there are four options; Mac, Android, Twemoji and EmojiOne.

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Television Academy expands the Emmys to include internet-based short series

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Thus far, the Emmys are limited to traditional networks and platforms. However, that is set to change as the Television Academy will be expanding the Emmys to include programs that originated from various digital networks.

“Our industry is aggresively, quickly and creatively evolving the various ways episodic stories are told. Our Board of Governors felt that this expansion of short form categories begins the process of ensuring that Emmy-worthy creativity will be rewarded, irrespective of format or platform. These category changes reflect the broader opportunities that emerging networks and distribution platforms, such as Maker Studios, Fullscreen, Crackle, AwesomenessTV, YouTube Red, Adult Swim and others, are seizing in choosing innovative formats that enable our television community to share stories in novel and entertaining ways,” says Bruce Rosenblum, Television Academy Chairman and CEO.

Starting this year, the Short Form Series categories will be open to series that air over the internet. Some requirements do need to be met before the series is eligible for an Emmy nomination. In order to qualify for a nomination, the series must have a minimum of six episodes with an average run time of 15 minutes or less per episode. There will be three categories in the Outstanding Short Form Series – Comedy/Drama, Variety and Reality/Nonfiction – and two categories for Performers in Short Form Series – Outstanding Actor in a Short Form Series for Comedy or Drama, and Outstanding Actress in a Short Form Series for Comedy or Drama.

Furthermore, there will be a category for Outstanding Short Form Animated Program as well. More details regarding the changes can be found at the
Emmy website
.

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Telltale Games revived under new ownership – acquires license of back log games including The Wolf Among Us

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“Clementine!” – if you immediately thought about Telltale Game’s The Walking Dead, then you’re going to like this – or not depending on which side you’re on; I’ll explain.

The popular, controversial, and now, defunct video game developing company is reportedly being revived under a new ownership, they’ve bought the rights to use the Telltale name as well as a catalogue of back log games such as The Wolf Among Us and Batman – cause for celebration! Not really.

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Before we continue, let’s understand what led to the downfall of the once beloved brand – over spending on licensing titles sucked up a lot of cash from the company’s bank accounts; with so many projects to work on and in an industry rife with competition and demanding consumers, Telltale saw fit to overwork their former employees – this led to a drop in quality, while certain titles had to be put in the back burner – ie: The Wolf Among Us.

Consumers and the media caught wind of the turmoil face by old Telltale, and pretty much everything controversial the owners did during their tenure were made public. Jobs were cut, licenses were reverted back, company: shut down.

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Back to the story: Playing the role of saviour this time around is relatively unknown company LCG Entertainment; but a report by Polygon suggests that not all is well.

The report documents the irks of former Telltale employees about the company takeover, many voicing their scepticism over the LCG’s intent with the revival. It’s reported that from the group of ex-Telltale team, only a portion will be hired to spearhead the new company; the catch, however, is that they’re brought in on a freelance basis.

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Episode lead writer Jessica Krause voiced her concerns over the possibility that freelance contracts won’t be sufficient for employees to earn a proper wage, especially in San Francisco,  one of the more expensive parts of the USA.

Meanwhile, other employees have gone as far as to call for a boycott of any game released under this new Telltale.

Also another point of concern is whether or not the revival will be at all successful, since their most lucrative series, The Walking Dead, has concluded. Although mention of The Wolf Among Us could gather back some fanfare, there is doubt if developing licenced games is a viable option for a company in debt.

New Telltale is well, very new – so we’ll see how the new owners will steady the ship, if at all. I for one, will be looking to new episodes of The Wolf Among Us.

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TENAA has listed an unknown Honor phone, rumors indicate its the Honor 7C

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Honor has just listed an unknown phone on TENNA which could be the Honor 7C seeing as the 5C and 6C have already released. The phone is listed as the Honor LND-AL30 and sadly, it does not come with any specifications other than the camera and images of the phone.

From the images, we can see that it comes with what looks to be an 18:9 ratio screen with a size that looks just below the 6-inch mark. Other than that, it looks to come with dual-cameras on the back and front with the back having a 16MP + 2MP configuration and on the front is an 8MP sensor for both the cameras. Due to the screen size, the fingerprint sensor is placed at the back.

Based on other reports, the 7C is expected to be a less powerful version of the 7X which makes it more accessible to budget consumers. We should expect to get more information on the price and specs in the coming weeks or when they announce the phone.

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TENAA listing of the Samsung Galaxy A6s states it comes with 6GB of RAM

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Samsung has said that they will be putting a focus on mid-range phones which is what the market has been asking of them for a long time. Currently, the S- and Note-series are the company’s pride and joy.

The A-series is the company’s mid-range and affordable line of phones that have received good response from customers, especially with the Galaxy A8 phones. Taking a step back, the company has revamped the Galaxy A6 phone with the A6s which has been listed on TENAA. It comes with a 5.99-inch IPS LCD screen, 6GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. The processor section was not listed but they did mention that it will come with a 2.2GHz processor which could indicate the Snapdragon 660 or 710 processor. The camera, however, has received a downgrade in pixel count as it comes with 12MP+6MP sensors, while the A6+ came with 16MP+5MP sensors. On the front is a 5MP sensor and powering the device is a slightly underwhelming 3,300mAh battery.

Sadly, the phone is slightly bigger than the A6+ by 8.39mm which is not really a big issue for those of you that have bigger hands, but small hands might feel it.

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TENAA listing shows a redesigned Samsung Galaxy S9-like phone

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Samsung is trying to win the hearts of its Chinese customers with a release of a new Galaxy S9-lookalike that comes with a same front face but a slightly redesigned back. The device was recently spotted on TENAA, with a model number SM-G8850 and comes with a dual verticle camera setup on the back similar to the iPhone X

Thye specs are pretty similar to the S9, it comes with an AMOLED screen size of 5.8-inch and resolution of 2960×1440, with dimensions the same as the S9. It is also powered by the same 3000mAh battery and looks to have a dedicated Bixby button on its side. However, information on the camera is vague, the listing mentions it comes with 8 million pixels or more, that means it could be slightly more or match the S9. The front is an 8MP sensor, but the listing mentions it comes with only two cameras in total, which could be a mistake as the images show two cameras on the back and one on the front.

The model of the 2.8Ghz processor is also not mentioned but seeing as the Snapdragon 845 and Exynos 9810 comes with the same clock speeds, it is safe to assume it comes with the latest flagship processors from Qualcomm or Samsung. As for RAM, it will come in either a 4GB or 6GB variant.

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TENAA listing shows the Black Shark 2 will come with Snapdragon 845 and 4000mAh battery

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Xiaomi’s Black Shark phone was released closer to the start of this year and it basically kicked off the gaming smartphone craze after the Razer Phone showed people the power of a gaming phone. However, the Black Shark was limited to selected countries and it did not have an official support here in Malaysia.

The Black Shark on its own, did not pick up traction because of that but Xiaomi has not given up as in a recent TENAA listing, there is a listing for a Black Shark 2 phone. The phone will apparently come with a dual-camera setup on the back as well as a fingerprint sensor. There is also an engraved green arc which could indicate LED lighting. Specs-wise, the phone comes with a 5.99-inch FHD+ display which supports DCI-P3 and colour gamut of up to 97%, Snapdragon 845, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. Powering the phone is a 4000mAh battery which will support fast charging.

Lastly, it obviously has a liquid cooling technology that will apparently keep the phone cool while gaming and it might retail for 2999 Yuan (RM1807.51)

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Tencent acquires 'Clash of Clans' developer Supercell for USD 8.6 billion

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If you thought that mobile game development companies aren’t that valuable, you may want to re-evaluate that thought as China-based Tencent is buying a majority stake in Clash of Clans developer Supercell from Japanese telecom group Softbank for a whopping USD 8.6 billion.

Tencent’s acquisition of Finnish development group Supercell is the Chinese company’s biggest acquisition to date. It also reinforces Supercell’s position as the world’s biggest videogame publisher by revenue. Tencent’s decision to buy a 84.3% stake in Supercell from Softbank has led to Supercell being valued at USD 10.2 billion – nearly double its valuation from a year ago.

Seeing as China is one of the biggest markets for mobile games, Tencent’s acquisition of Supercell may prove to be a win-win for both sides. According to Supercell Chief Executive Ilkka Paananen, the developer is currently working on integrating its gaming platforms into Tencent’s WeChat and other social platforms in China. WeChat is China’s most popular messaging app with 762 million monthly active users.

Supercell wouldn’t be the first game company that Tencent has acquired of course. Back in 2011, Tencent became a major player in the games industry by acquiring League of Legends developer Riot Games. With Supercell now part of Tencent, the Chinese company looks poised to grab 13% of the nearly USD 100 billion global game industry.

Source:
The Wall Street Journal

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Tencent launches new system to prevent gaming addiction

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With the arising number of underage or young gamers, Tencent Holdings have announced that they will expand an addiction prevention system for underage gamers to all of its games.

The system introduces a healthy gaming system that includes time limits on daily game play and can perform facial recognition ID checks. According to Tencent’s official WeChat account, the system have already been applied to one of the company’s popular game known as “Honour of Kings” and will continue to apply the system into nine other mobile games this year. It is also confirmed that Tencent will expand the system into all Tencent games next year.

With the addiction prevention system, children aged 12 and under are only allowed to play one hour a day while minors older than 12 can play for two hours a day. By doing so, Tencent hopes to combat gaming addiction and increase hear sightedness among youngsters in an attempt to meet the Chinese Government’s call for tighter controls over young gamers gaming habits.

In September, Tencent have announced the plan to add real name registration system for new gamers on its mobile battle game “Honour of Kings”. The fantasy role playing battle game has proved so popular that Tencent introduced restrictions to playing time for children in July last year in response to criticism by state media over game addiction.

It is also mentioned that Tencent have tried out facial recognition identity verification for new players in Beijing and Shenzhen in September and have been verifying existing user ID information in October, which they expects to complete by end of this month.

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Tencent leads $300 million investment in a China homework app

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Remember when you had troubles with your homework and no one could help you figure it out, not even your parents? Well, that’s less likely to happen in China thanks to a startup known as Yuanfudao.

Yuanfudao is a six year old startup that has an app to help students in their homework. It can be used very easily, because students just need to snap a picture of their homework and the app will help them analyse and solve the question detected. The app is integrated with AI technology, so in time the homework app can be smarter and solve more problems.

That aside, Yuanfudao is also an app that offers a database of exam problems and live courses. The live courses are sold at certain prices to gain revenues, and the database helps students learn to answer different type of questions to ace their school exams.

According to the startup, the app has over 200 million users consisting of students and parents who use the app to check their children’s learning progress. The startup also raised $300 million recently, whereby the funding was led by their existing investor Tencent, which is one of China’s largest social networking and gaming company. Besides that, Yuanfudao’s worth also increased with other companies funding it, raising the company’s value to be more than $3 billion at the moment.

Indeed the smartphone technologies have been expanded over time and while in the past one can only rely on their friends, family and teachers, now they can get help through apps to assist them in their education.

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Tencent organize Malaysia’s first PUBG Mobile Tournament with total prize pool of RM60,000

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PUBG players, here’s your chance to shine! As Tencent, the world’s largest gaming company will be organizing Malaysia’s official first PUBG Mobile Tournament known as “PUBG Mobile Malaysia National Championship (PMNC)”. The event is sponsored by Vivo and Yoodo, and it will be attaining the best teams with state qualifiers across Malaysia to lead into the Grand Final event. Altogether, PMNC 2018 offers a grand total prize pool of MYR60,000, 16 units of V11i phones by Vivo and 1-year free mobile plan by Yoodo.

“This event is themed squad up, which will not only be happening for the participants but
 also for the esports stakeholders in Malaysia. Together with the stakeholders, PMNC is
 doing a complete ecosystem for Malaysia Esports, starting from players, teams, leagues,
 fans and also sponsors. This competition is part of an effort to create a competitive
 community through PUBG Mobile by Tencent Games. We hope this act will get nationwide
 support, so that new talents in esports will grow in numbers. Furthermore, with esports
 entering into the Asian Games 2019 scene, we hope that this PUBG Mobile tournament
 will bring esports to a higher level, and will be able to bring Malaysia’s name to the level
 of Asia and the global esports scene,” said Oliver Ye, Tencent Game’s SEA Director.

PMNC 2018 will have a total of four state qualifiers which includes Johor, Sabah, Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur. The top 4 teams from each qualifier will then compete in the Grand Finals in Kuala Lumpur on 26 January 2019. Here’s the information of each qualifier date and venue as stated below.

Johor Qualifier : 22 December 2018, Aeon Tebrau City, Johor
 Sabah Qualifier : 25 December 2018, Kompleks Karamunsing, Sabah
 Sarawak Qualifier : 06 January 2019, Emart Batu Kawa, Sarawak
 Kuala Lumpur Qualifier : 12 January 2019, Sunway Velocity Level 3, Kuala Lumpur
 Grand Finals : 26 January 2019, Vanity Atrium, Sunway Velocity, Kuala Lumpur (16 Teams)

Registration is now open, interested participants may register themselves at PMNC’s website :
www.pubgmobile.com/MY/PMNC

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Tencent set to release the Ying drone at the end of this month

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Tencent, creators of the popular messaging app called WeChat, will be releasing a drone at the end of the month, and it is capable of both 4K video capture and 720p livestreaming.

Called the Ying drone, the drone is the result of a partnership between Tencent, Qualcomm and Chinese drone maker Zerotech. Weighing in at less than a pound, the Ying is a small, foldable quadcopter that is designed to stream 720p videos directly to WeChat. For standard video capture, the Ying drone comes with a camera that is able to capture 4K videos.

As for pricing, the Ying drone will supposedly be price at around the USD300 mark. It will be available in China by the end of October, although nothing has been said of a launch outside of the mainland.

Source:
Recode

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Tenda releases AC15 Performance Router

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A company from China, Tenda Technology as a subsidiary of Shenzhen Tenda announces the AC15 performance router. The router has features like IEEE 802.11ac, 1900 Mbps Smart Dual-Band Gigabit. The device is specially designed for online entertainment, home networking with IoT, and multiple connected devices. Besides that, the router has Beamforming+ technology and three high-powered 3dBi antennas let you enjoy lag-free gaming and uninterrupted video streaming anytime, anywhere in your home.

The Beamforming+ technology will help to lock and focus the signal where is the location needed most then the router will notice the spatial location of each device to output maximum connection speed.  Therefore, it will shape and optimizes the signal for each connected device, extending range and reducing dead spots in the coverage to prevents unnecessary interference from other devices and enhances the signal for everyone.

Additionally the AC15 acts as a personal cloud via its USB 3.0 port with fast speed and secure access to
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. Users are also able to share or upload large files to a decentralized location, and it has a built-in print server for easier access to your printer from anywhere. Surprisingly, the AC15 can be configured to turn off and on according to your schedule.

The Tenda AC15 router will be available in TigerDirect, Microcenter, Amazon and
Newegg

soon with the price USD 129.99 (approx. RM 533).

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Tesco Scan & Shop now available across Malaysia – allows easy and cashless checkout

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Tesco is set to launch the Scan & Shop feature in its 60 outlets across the country. The feature allows users to scan the barcodes of items and add them to a shopping list inside the app of the same name.

From there, you can head over to a self-service checkout counter and scan an in-app barcode that tallies the total in an instant. You can proceed to pay using your cards or via an e-wallet of your choice.

This takes away from having to manually scanning each item when at the checkout counter, which saves a lot of time. Occasionally, you’d also have items wit defective barcodes, so someone has to make a beeline for a replacement, which takes up even more time.

The move to introduce Tesco Scan & Shop is an effort to digitize the shopping experience, according to Tesco Customer Director, Vivian Yap.

We’re hoping more supermarket brands follow suit, especially considering how convenient a cashless system would be.

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Tesla begins business in Malaysia with the Model Y EV

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Today is a big day for EV enthusiasts in Malaysia, as Tesla has unveiled all three variants of the Model Y for public viewing and ordering at the Centre Court, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Beginning today and continuing through to the end of October, potential buyers can explore the details of the Standard Range RWD, Long Range AWD, and Performance AWD versions between the hours of 10 am to 10 pm daily.

Tesla anticipates that Malaysian customers can expect the first deliveries of the Model Y to start in early 2024. This mass-market electric SUV, Tesla’s inaugural foray into the genre, is ready to take on competitors such as BMW iX1 and BMW iX3, Mercedes-Benz EQB, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Kia EV6 in the Malaysian market. As of now, the Model Y is only available as a five-seater, two-row configuration for this region.

The company abstains from explicitly stating battery kWh sizes, choosing to identify their products by range. The Model Y, functioning at its top efficiency of 250 kW, can be charged for a 120 km journey in a swift five minutes using a Tesla Supercharger.

In regard to Supercharging, Tesla is soon set to launch its first eight-bay Supercharger station out of ten planned for Malaysia, located conveniently at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

The entry-level Model Y Standard Range RWD, priced at RM199,000, drives power through a single rear motor. This variant utilizes an LFP type battery, boasting a maximum range of 455 km under the WLTP cycle. Performance-wise, it can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and has a top speed of 217 km/h. Standardly equipped with 19-inch Gemini wheels, customers can opt for 20-inch Induction wheels for an extra RM10,000.

Next up is the Model Y Long Range AWD, costing RM246,000. It’s fitted with two motors, one for each axle, using an NMC type battery that offers up to 533 km of travel range (WLTP). It can reach 100 km/h from a standstill in 5.0 seconds. For those wanting even more speed, an Acceleration Boost is available for purchase in the app after getting the car.

At the high-end of the spectrum is the Model Y Performance AWD, retailing for RM288,000. Also powered by an NMC type battery, this model trades some range for performance, reaching up to 514 km (WLTP). It boasts an impressive 0-100 km/h acceleration of just 3.7 seconds and a maximum speed of 250 km/h. It comes with 21-inch Uberturbine wheels, performance brakes, a carbon fibre spoiler, aluminium alloy pedals, and a lowered suspension.

All three versions offer black vegan leather interiors, with the option to upgrade to a black and white interior for an additional RM5,000. Standard features also include a panoramic glass roof, a 15-inch central touchscreen display, a dual wireless charger, and four USB Type-C ports. Each Model Y is equipped with a 13-speaker premium audio system with a subwoofer and two amplifiers, power-adjustable heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and an AC system with a HEPA filter system with Bioweapon Defence Mode. Storage wise, there’s an 854-litre rear boot and a 117-litre ‘frunk’.

Colour options for the Tesla Model Y include Solid Black, Pearl White Multi-Coat, Midnight Silver Metallic, Deep Blue Metallic, and Red Multi-Coat. Pearl White is the default option included in the Model Y’s price, while black, silver, and blue will cost an extra RM5,000. Those desiring the Red Multi-Coat will need to shell out an additional RM10,000.

For more info, head over to
Tesla Malaysia’s official website.

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Tesla Cyberquad launched: An ATV made for kids with a Cybertruck design

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Tesla introduced their newest product just in time for Christmas – the Cyberquad for kids which has a similar design to the Cybertruck. During Tesla’s announcement of the Cybertruck in 2019, they mentioned that they would release a full-sized Cyberquad ATV, but had made no prior statement about a Cyberquad for kids, so let’s see what this ATV has to offer.

Cyberquad for Kids 😎
https://t.co/V9o355OArP

— Tesla (@Tesla)
December 2, 2021

This newly-released Tesla Cyberquad is made for kids aged 8 years old or higher which sports a design that resembles the Cybertruck. It can carry a weight of up to 68kg and is built with a full stainless steel frame that includes a cushioned seat, LED light bars, and adjustable suspension with rear disk braking.

The Tesla Cyberquad is powered by a lithium-ion battery that will let you go up to 24km on a single charge with claims that it will take up to 5 hours to charge when the battery is completely depleted. This ATV can go up to 16km/h and has adjustable speeds – up to 9km/h for beginners, 16km/h for the maximum speed, and 9km/h when reversing.

Currently, the Tesla Cyberquad for Kids retails at 1,900 USD (roughly RM8,028) and is available for purchase from
 Tesla’s official online store
. It’s only available in the US right now, and Tesla hasn’t made any announcements for a global release.

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Tesla is intergrating Atari games in their cars with the Tesla V9.0 update

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Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla has recently posted up a tweet that was asking for game developers to apply to Tesla as they would want to integrate games into the Tesla cars.

He continues the tweet saying that he wants games that have max playability and creativity. Prior to this, he announced on his Twitter account that Atari games will be coming alongside Tesla V9.0 software update that will arrive in four weeks. Some of the games include Tempest, Missile Command and Pole Position, where some of these games will be linked to the car’s steering wheel while the car is stationary. Twitter went berzerk as a huge number of people tweeted the different types of games that they would like to see Tesla integrates into their cars.

We would assume that they have safety measures thought out to ensure that the driver is not playing games while driving the car. On the other hand, waiting for your friends to get ready while you wait in the car will be a whole lot better.

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Tesla released two stylish powerbanks for your phone

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It seems that when Tesla released a new Semi and Roadster they were not done, as they have come out yet again to announce two new products that everyone could afford but perhaps unnecessary to have. The technology company has produced two types of power banks for different types of users.

The really cool looking power bank simply called “Powerbank” is a battery pack that will charge your phone, but it might not be useful for most of us. The Powerbank comes with a single 18,650 cell with a 3,350 mAh capacity which could generally provide one full charge or lesser seeing as phones can have battery capacity way surpassing that. It outputs a maximum rate of 5V/1.5A and offers microUSB and Lighting charging cables, no USB Type-C cable. The Powerbank is designed to look like Tesla’s Supercharger monument at the Tesla Design Studio and will cost $45. On the other hand, there is also the option to get the Desktop Supercharger which looks like Tesla’s charging stations but will charge your phone. The company mentioned that they are using the same 3D CAD data that made the actual Superchargers to make this mini version.

It seems like a pointless Powerbank as you can probably get much better ones with the price that they are asking, but if you are a die-hard Tesla fan then this would make the perfect addition to your collection or a nice Christmas gift for friends and families that are Tesla fans.

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Tesla reveals its own line of solar panels with integrated batteries

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Tesla, a company that is synonymous with electric vehicles, has announced something new over the weekend. It isn’t a new electric vehicle, but it is something that could have a great impact to the whole “renewable energy” industry.

This new thing that Tesla announced is called the Powerwall 2, and it is Tesla’s own line of solar panels with integrated batteries. Tesla vision for this device is simple: residential homeowners will use the Powerwall 2 to replace their entire roof, allowing them to harness solar energy to be used as electricity. The Powerwall 2 is made of a textured glass tile with integrated solar sells. While it looks like a regular roof tile, these panels are completely transparent to the sun. The tiles themselves are hydrographically printed, which, according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, makes each tile unique.

The Powerwall 2 will also come with an updated battery system, allowing it to store 12kWh of energy with a 5kW continuous power draw. Addtionally, the battery comes with a 10 year warranty, and can be mounted on the floor or the wall, either indoors or outdoors. The solar panels themselves will come in variations such as Textured Glass Tile, Slate Glass Tile, Tuscan Glass Tile, and Smooth Glass Tile.

Source:
The Verge

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Tesla’s V10 software update brings a whole new level of fun to the car

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If you have ever sat in a Tesla, the center console’s software is really something that other car makers will never be able to offer, and the company has taken entertainment in the car up a notch with Software Version 10.0.

The Tesla Software Version 10.0 is currently rolling out to Model S, Model X and Model 3 cars in the US. For starters, you are getting a suite of streaming apps including Spotify Premium, Netflix, YouTube and Hulu, you won’t be able to watch Stranger Things while driving as it requires you to be parked for safety reasons.

Software Version 10.0 also brings Smart Summon, which will allow customers subscribed to the company’s Full Self-Driving and Enhanced Autopilot service to summon their car out of a parking space and navigate its way to them. A new ‘Caraoke’ feature is included for a fun karaoke singing session in the car, which shows lyrics from a library of songs and supports multiple languages.

Tesla owners will receive the update as soon as they are connected to a WiFi network and there’s no need to request for the update.

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Tesla unveils their Semi Truck that can go from 0 to 100km/h in just 5 seconds

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Tesla has unveiled their Semi Truck that is fully powered by electric in hopes that it will be the first step in reducing pollution. It comes with features you expect in a Tesla car like Enhanced Autopilot, automatic emergency braking, automatic lane keeping and lane departure warning. Other than that, it has sensors and cameras to reduce blind spots and the cabin is big enough for someone that is 6 feet tall to stand.

Behind the wheel, you will see two Model 3 displays on both sides of the wheel displaying information that we have seen in Tesla cars. Other than the levers for light and wipers found around the steering wheel, the cabin has a very clean and minimalist look to it. What is most impressive with these Semis is that it can go from zero to 100 in just 5 seconds and 20 seconds when filled with 80,000 pounds of cargaccountMusk also confirmed that the truck will not break down even up to a million miles.

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Overall the trucks are very impressive when it comes to performance and features it has included and the change of having electric trucks compared to diesel trucks will lower down pollution as the Environmental Protection Agency has noted that medium and heavy-duty trucks account for 23% of vehicle emissions due to the amount of time they are spending on the road

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Tesoro released Thyrsus with 6 thumb buttons

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Tesoro is one of the high-tech gaming peripherals that often come out with the variant of fancy peripherals. Today they announced the Thyrsus optical gaming mouse which named after one of their staff, the mouse features a comfortable, ergonomic design, a high-precision optical sensor, and 6 fully programmable thumb buttons for MMO and MOBA games.

Besides that, the company includes 1 or 2 thumb buttons and it also has 6 buttons positioned for thumb control which making a total of 10 fully independent and programmable buttons. Surprisingly, they have 64kb of onboard memory allows users to configure up to 5 gaming profiles, 35 macro keys and 1600 recordable actions. In addition, gamers could adjust the DPI up to 8200 dpi with 6 levels on it and polling rate up to 1000Hz. Apart from that, the mouse will be used Omron switch to achieve maximum durability, tactile feedback and satisfying clicks.

There isn’t any announcement when its coming to Malaysia but it will be available this August in North America with the suggested retail price of USD69 (approx. RM 260).

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Test out Android Oreo on your Huawei Mate 9!

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Android Oreo is barely out of the oven as we speak, but most smartphone manufacturers have been teasing their version of Google’s latest Android software to be around the corner. Huawei is one of them, and the company is currently accepting Android Oreo beta testers for its Mate 9 flagship.

The main condition to be a beta tester for this program by Huawei is that you have to own a Mate 9 device. You will also have to download a dedicated app from Huawei’s website which can be found at the source link below. Spots might have been taken up as only 250 spots are available for the beta program, but it is always still worth a try if you intend to try out Android Oreo on the Mate 9 before the general public does.

Do bear in mind that you will be running on beta software, which means that you will be facing bugs and all the pre-released software issues before Huawei rolls out the official Android Oreo software. The beta program will end on November 3. Huawei will most likely be releasing the official software by the end of 2017.

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Text and drive habits lead to higher insurance costs

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Cars have undoubtedly become safer over the years, as we transition into the era of self driving cars which are currently in testing. How about auto insurances? Wall Street Journal has reported that car insurance premiums have been increasing over the past half a decade, and that has to do with smartphones.

According to a 2015 survery by US major auto insurance company State Farm, more than one third of drivers admitted to texting while driving. When narrowed down to the age group of 18 to 29 years old, a whopping 64 percent of drivers admitted to doing so. On top of that, 1 in 5 drivers claimed to take pictures with their devices on the road. Wall Street Journal reports that distracted drivers by smartphones are somewhat becoming a norm in the country, leading to the increase in car accidents, eventually resulting in higher car insurance premiums.

US trade group Insurance Information Institute has discovered a significant 14 percent increase in car insurance premiums from 2012, with a possible connection to smartphone usage while driving. Insurance companies are said to have warned that smartphone distracted driving is emerging as a national public policy problem stateside, though government data on the connection of distracted driving and smartphone related driving accidents have so far been deemed inconclusive.

Having said all those, most of us are probably guilty of glancing at our smartphones while driving. Better to be safe than to text and crash. What do you think?

Source:
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You can now buy TGV Cinema movie tickets with your TNG eWallet – RM10 ticket promo coming soon

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If you’re one to still purchase your movie tickets on-site but prefer to go cashless, you’ll be glad to know that TGV Cinemas have collaborated with Touch ‘n Go to allow you to use your TNG eWallet to purchase tickets at outlet.

This move comes as an initiative by both parties to enhance and improve the movie-going experience as well as to embrace an increasingly cashless future.

Although all 35 TGV outlets accept TNG eWallet payments now – you’ll want to look forward to September, as you’ll be able to enjoy RM10 flat rate prices for movie tickets all year long at all outlets. Plus, there will be a Special Bundle that is available every Tuesday where you can get two tickets plus one popcorn combo for just RM25.

Visit the TGV website for more information as well as the terms and conditions.

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TGV is offering a buy-one free-one promotion when you purchase tickets via your Touch ‘n Go e-wallet

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If you are a movie lover you will be happy to know that Touch ‘n Go is doing a promotion with TGV Cinemas that will go on through the month of October. Moviegoers will get to enjoy a buy one free one ticket purchase when buying a movie ticket with your Touch ‘n Go wallet at any TGV Cinema.

The promotion is valid for every Saturday on the month of October. Here’s how you can get your free tickets:

 Download the Touch ‘n Go eWallet from the Apple App Store or Google Play
Store.

 Reload your Touch ‘n Go eWallet.

The promotion is valid every Saturday throughout the month of October (6/10,13/10, 20/10, 27/10), while stocks last.

Only applicable for over-the-counter purchases at TGV Cinemas made with the Touch ‘n Go eWallet

Do note that the promotion is only valid for standard and prefered seat tickets. So if you are in the mood for a movie this weekend, make sure your Touch ‘n Go wallet has some cash in it by reloading it via a top-up ticket or using your bank card.

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Thai government accidentally reveals iPhone 6 approvals

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Well, we have to say the Thais are real iPhone lovers and its certainly not surprising if any of the government officials can’t wait to leak some details of the all new upcoming
iPhone 6
. According to source, Apple has been in talks with the Thai National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) on approvals of the iPhone’s sale in the country, there are apparently two models being reported – the A1586 and A1524. While it is necessary for NBTC to make a public announcement on a new wireless device being approved to just like SIRIM/MCMC in Malaysia, NBTC has even cared to broadcast it on Twitter with the phone model name and assumingly call it the “iPhone 6”.

Of course, Apple isn’t happy with such an announcement and thinks that the Thai government is leaking confidential information of its new product, especially with the fact that the Thai government has blatantly called the product “iPhone 6” which isn’t necessarily the final name. Anyways, this has confirmed rumors for the past few months that Apple is indeed releasing two new iPhone models with 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch screen sizes in its next September 9 event happening really soon. Let’s see what happens in the next few days.

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Thanksgiving event begins in Pokémon Go

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In celebration of Thanksgiving, Niantic has decided to give the Pokémon Go community a boost in the game as the company has launched its Thanksgiving event.

Starting from today until the 30th of November, all Pokémon Go trainers will be able to receive double XP and Stardust when they catch a Pokémon or do other activities that net them either XP or Stardust.

Besides more XP and Stardust, Niantic will also be rolling out some balance changes to the game which result in Pokémons getting reduced or increased CP. So far, Niantic has confirmed that Alakazam, Rhydon and Gengar will have their CP increased, making them more useful for Gym battles. Niantic has also said that the game will continue to be balanced, so do expect more Pokémons to have their CPs modified over time.

Finally, Ditto the transforming Pokémon has finally been added to the game, although you’ll mostly encounter it in a transformed state. The only way you’ll know if the Pokémon in question is a Ditto is to catch it. This means that you’ll now have a reason to catch every Pokémon you encounter instead of skipping the ones that you’ve already caught.

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That perfect curve in a form of a Sony Bravia 4K UHD TV

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Sony has released a new TV that promises a perfect blend of comfort and immersion. The Bravia S8500C 4K Ultra HD TV is available in 55- and 65-inch, and with four times the detail of a Full HD TV which pulls you right into the heart of action.

This TV features a slim and gently contoured screen to ensure visuals look lifelike regardless of where you’re sitting in the room. In addition, the design allows your room to look elegant paired with its classy and refined finish.

The new Bravia TV is fitted with a powerful 4K Processor X1 chip, bringing pictures to live with crystal clear clarity and vivid contrast by re-mastering content in 4K Ultra HD resolution. On top of that, by pairing with 4K X-Reality PRO technology, your regular content on TV will be upscaled in 4K quality, presented beautifully regardless of source. To make your viewing pleasure even more pleasurable, this new Bravia TV features TRILUMINOS Display by producing a wider palette of color for realism of movies and videos.

To ensure that your viewing pleasure isn’t compromised, the Bravia S8500C features ClearAudio+ and DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) technology to give you authentic audio and even upscaling them to near High-Res quality audio.

As an Android TV, the Bravia S8500C offers a wider range of content to enjoy. You can choose from movies and shows or even games and app, all available via Google Play. On top of that, One-Flick Entertainment enables you to access content quickly and intuitively by just flicking your thumb. You can also cast your tablet or smartphone onto the TV using Google Cast, and share your photos for everyone to see via Photo Sharing Plus.

The Sony Bravia S8500C is available now in Malaysia at RM7,999 for the 55-inch, and RM9,999 for the 65-inch.

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The 15-inch MacBook Air weighs 1.51kg and has up to 18 hours of battery life

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The MacBook Air product lineup has lacked of a different screen size for a long time, and Apple has finally made the lineup better with the introduction of the 15-inch MacBook Air at WWDC 2023, powered by the same M2 chip and weighs only 1.51kg, this is one of the lightest 15-inch laptops you can buy in the market.

Featuring a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display that goes up to 500 nits of brightness, the display is able to show over 1 billion colors and has twice the resolution of a competing 15-inch laptop. Ports selection is the same as the 13-inch model, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports that can connect up to a 6K external display, a 3.5mm headphone jack and MagSafe charging port.

The 15-inch MacBook Air can be configured with up to 24GB of Unified Memory and 2TB of storage, it offers up to 18 hours of battery life with a 66.5Wh battery, Apple continues to bundle a 35W dual USB-C port adapter in the box, but it can be fast charged with a 70W input if you have a faster charger.

While one can easily assume that this is just an M2 MacBook Air with a larger display, Apple has equipped the 15-inch MacBook Air with a better 6 speaker sound system with force cancelling woofers, which gives it more powerful sound and has Spatial Audio support.

In terms of pricing, the 15-inch MacBook Air will start at RM6,199 in Malaysia with color options of midnight, starlight, silver and space grey, the base configuration model will come with 8GB of Unified Memory and 256GB of SSD storage.

Interestingly, the 13-inch MacBook Air with M2 has got its starting price reduced to RM5,199, while the M1 MacBook Air continues to be the entry-level model with a RM4,399 starting price.

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The 2020 iPhones are reported to come with a 120Hz refresh rate

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Despite the fact that 2019’s iPhones are not even out yet, many are already looking forward to the iPhones in 2020. The latest report suggests that next year’s iPhones are going to sport something we’ve already seen in the current iPad Pro models — screen with a 120Hz refresh rate.

The higher the refresh rate, the smoother the animation and transition are on your screen. Casual smartphone users may not notice this, but for those who love mobile gaming, phones like the Razer Phone 2 that has 120Hz refresh rate is an important factor when it comes to purchasing decision.

Image credit: GSMArena

Of course, it’s great when a phone has a high refresh rate, but it doesn’t mean that there are no setbacks to that. Higher refresh rates cause the battery to deplete quicker, which is why Apple’s ProMotion display can automatically adjust its refresh rate according to the situation and conserve battery. The 2020 iPhone models are expected to come with Promotion display, hence it’s possible that they’ll be getting bigger batteries too.

We’re already expecting to witness this year’s iPhones with a hideous camera bump and probably a reverse wireless charging feature — nothing we haven’t already seen on other smartphones. What makes next year’s iPhones more exciting is the reports suggesting that they’ll be 5G-enabled and one of the models being 5.4 inches. There are also rumours pointing towards an in-display Touch ID and a smaller TrueDepth Camera, in addition to thinner bezels.

We honestly hope next year’s iPhones won’t be sacrificing their battery life for ProMotion display.

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The 2022 ROG Strix SCAR gaming laptops have arrived in Malaysia

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Gamers looking to buy a gaming laptop can ready their wallets, as ASUS Malaysia has finally brought in the updated 2022 models of the popular ROG Strix SCAR gaming laptops in 15-inch and 17-inch models, and all variants will be powered by the Intel Core i9-12900H processor, DDR5 memory and up to NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 3080Ti Laptop GPU.

Apart from getting updated performance internals, the Strix SCAR laptops got several notable upgrades such a Quad HD display with up to 240Hz refresh rate and having support for Dolby Vision HDR, upgraded quad speaker system with Dolby Atmos support, improved connectivity options such as Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E and 2.5GBe LAN.

Unfortunately, there is still no built-in webcam on these new laptops.

The 2022 ROG Strix SCAR laptops are expected to boast 15% improved graphics performance and 43% on certain game titles over their predecessors, the 15-inch and 17-inch models will come in both RTX 3070Ti and RTX 3080Ti graphics variants that support up to 150W of power and supports MUX switch, a feature that allows gamers to disable the integrated graphics and have only the discrete graphics power the display.

On top of that, cooling has also been improved with new 84-blade Arc Flow Fans that uses variable thickness fan blades to improve air flow while reducing turbulence and noise, the 2022 Strix SCAR laptops continue to use Thermal Grizzly’s Liquid Cooling solution for both the CPU and GPU like their predecessors.

The 2022 ROG Strix SCAR laptops can be preordered in Malaysia with retailers
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, they are expected to be made available on March 2022 with the following price and specs:

Strix SCAR 15 G533Z

Core i9+32GB RAM+RTX 3070Ti+1TB SSD – RM10,699

Core i9+32GB RAM+RTX 3080Ti+2TB SSD – RM16,699

Strix SCAR 17 G733Z

Core i9+32GB RAM+RTX 3070Ti+1TB SSD – RM10,999

Core i9+32GB RAM+RTX 3080Ti+2TB SSD – RM16,999

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The 2023 Acer Swift X 16 is a sleek and powerful creator machine

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Acer has announced the 2023 Acer Swift X 16 laptop, which succeeds the 2022 model by having it equipped with AMD Ryzen 7040 series processors and RTX 40 Series GPUs, it also features an upgraded 16-inch 3.2K OLED panel that refreshes at 120Hz, and all of these improvements reside in a premium aluminum design that weighs 1.9kg and measures 17.9mm slim, this will most definitely make content creators on-the-go drool.

The 2023 Swift X 16 will be powered by up to an AMD Ryzen 9 7940H processor and GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, it is able to dissipate heat to keep it working in optimal conditions with the upgraded TwinAir cooling and newly engineered thermal arrangements that boosts air intake by up to 36%, improved airflow is also contributed by an air-inlet keyboard design, so it remains cool even in extended heavy workflows.

On top of that, the 2023 Swift X 16 comes up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 2TB of PCIe Gen4 SSD, it even features essential I/O such as two USB-C 4.0 ports, HDMI 2.1 and a MicroSD card slot, while it supports WiFi 6E connectivity and has a fingerprint reader that supports Windows Hello login.

For conference calls, the 2023 Swift X 16 features a Full HD camera with Acer’s PurifiedView suite of AI features such as Background Blur, Automatic Framing and Eye Contact Technology, there’s also Acer’s Temporal Noise Reduction technology that improves low light images.

The 2023 Acer Swift X 16 (SFX16-61G) will be available in North America in July starting at US$1,249.99 (RM5,571), which is very reasonable considering the portability and performance it offers.

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The 2023 ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED is insanely slim and powerful

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ASUS has introduced the 2023 ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED at its Thincredible virtual event, the laptop has been crowned the world’s slimmest OLED ultralight laptop, where it sports a 1 cm sleek profile and weighs just 1kg without compromising performance and practicality.

The ZenBook S 13 OLED is an Intel Evo certified laptop, it is powered by up to a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1355U processor and equipped with up to 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM and a 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD, it sports a beautiful 13-inch 16:10 2.8K ASUS Lumina OLED display that’s Dolby Vision and DisplayHDR True Black 500 certified.

Despite its slim profile, ASUS has managed to include a generous amount of I/O, which includes two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, a full-sized USB 3.2 Gen 2 port, an HDMI 2.1 port and a 3.5mm audio jack.

In addition, productivity users will be delighted with a Full HD IR webcam with AI-powered visual effects and noise cancellation technology, a Harman Kardon-certified audio system with Dolby Atmos is also installed for a great entertainment experience, while it has a 9.5% larger ASUS ErgoSense touchpad than the previous generation.

The 2023 ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) will be available in Malaysia by mid-May in two variants and two color options of Ponder Blue and Basalt Gray, here are the official retail prices:

Intel Core i5-1335U, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, 512GB storage – RM4,999

Intel Core i7-1355U, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, 1TB storage – RM5,999

You will be able to purchase it at major PC retailers and ASUS’ official store on Lazada and Shopee.

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The 27-inch iMac with Retina 5K got dissected by iFixit

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Although the gorgeous iMac with Retina 5K just got announced a few days back, the folks over at iFixit have already got themselves a unit (that’s really fast!), we don’t think they even turned the system on and they’ve already done a teardown of the extremely slim and huge iMac with Retina 5K.

This job isn’t for the faint hearted so if you really want to go ahead and rip open your brand new RM8,000 iMac to see what’s inside, you can very much head over to the source link or watch the video down below. The internals sure look interesting and it’s really incredible to see how Apple include those high performance hardware in such a thin form factor. iFixit have rated the repairability of the iMac with Retina 5K at 5/10.

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The 4-inch iPhone 5se has been spotted, looks like an iPhone 6

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The rumored iPhone 5e, otherwise now known as the iPhone 5se, seems to be getting real now as pictured above, the 4-inch iPhone will be taking design cues off the newer iPhone 6s instead of using the current 5s’s all metal design. Previously, we reported that Apple’s new 4-inch iPhone would refreshed with an Apple A8 processor, 8-megapixel camera, Touch ID and NFC for Apple Pay, this leak is pretty much confirming to what we can expect from Apple’s new smaller iPhone. While the iPhone 5se as pictured above might be a prototype, we can assume that the front face of the phone seems to be taking off design cues from the iPod touch judging from the front camera placement, that home button however feels a little weird and Apple has longed removed the square label since the introduction of Touch ID on the iPhone 5s.

With pressure of many large screen Android smartphones, Apple have broken its rule of maintaining a smaller sized display smartphone and have gone up to a 5.5-inch display in the introduction of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, while many users were in fact complaining over the years that they do not need a bigger iPhone since mostly have cared about one handed usability, we’ll see more details soon enough as March is approaching and I really wonder how Apple is going to pull off in this round of iPhone sales.

SOURCE:
One More Thing

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The 9th Generation Audi A4 launches in Malaysia with great value and features

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Audi Malaysia has unveiled the latest model of its best selling A4 sedan, which comes with a 2.0 TFSI engine at launch and prices start from RM249,800, the car will be made available from September 20 onwards at all Audi dealerships. In terms of design, the new Audi A4 features some very nice changes on the surface, which includes a new design for its LED daytime running lights, new side mirrors that sits on the shoulders of the car found on the Audi TT and R8, and a slightly larger body than its predecessor. Though the car sees an increase in size, it is 120kg lighter than its predecessor all thanks to a mix of materials and lightweight design, it also has a stronger chassis built as well for better safety.

The A4’s 2.0 TFSI four-cylinder engine is mated to a 7-speed S tronic gearbox, which produces 190hp of power and 320Nm of torque, allowing the car to sprint from 0-100km in just 7.3 seconds with a top speed of 240km/h, fuel efficiency is also rather impressive with Audi claiming a combined consumption of 5.0 litres/100km and CO2 emissions rating of 114g/km. In addition, the new A4 is also built on the MLB-Evo platform that underpins the Q7 SUV, the chassis works in tandem with its electromechanical power steering system and newly developed five-link adaptive comfort suspension system with damper control to filter out road unevenness for passengers whilst ensuring optimal driver feedback.

On the technology part, Audi offers an optional Technology Package that upgrades the car’s standard analog instrument cluster to the Audi Virtual Cockpit, which is a 12.3-inch display panel that offers easy access to the car’s MMI navigation system and displays information of the car, it will also have support for Audi Connect, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, which is the first premium car brand to offer the smartphone car experience feature. As a standard inclusion, the A4’s entertainment experience includes a 7-inch display that is paired with a 6-channel amplifier and 10 loudspeakers that outputs a total of 180 watts. Last but not the least, Audi drive select also comes as standard, allowing the driver to adjust the car’s suspension, engine and drivetrain for the best driving experience, safety features of the car includes Electronic Stabilisation Control, Traction Control, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Electronic Differential Lock, parking aid plus with selective display, Anti-lock Braking System and a total of 6 airbags.

Audi intends to introduce an entry-level 1.4 TFSI and a performance oriented 2.0 TFSI quattro variant by January 2017, as for the current A4 2.0 TFSI model, it will be available in ten colours at launch: Glacier White, Floret Silver, Matador Red, Tango Red, Argus Brown, Scuba Blue, Monsoon Grey, Manhattan Grey and Mythos Black, a special Daytona Grey with pearl effect is available exclusively for the optional S line package, which will come with a more aggressive front and rear bumper, 18” 5-twin-spoke star design alloy wheels, Alcantara leather front sport seats in black, S line sport leather steering wheel and other sporty features, costing RM25,000. On the other hand, the Technology Package will be available shortly and on top of the in-car technology stuffs, it will include Matrix LED headlights with dynamic indicators at the front and a rear view camera.

Audi A4 9th Generation Launch Gallery

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The 9th Generation Honda Accord launched in Malaysia comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, prices start from RM144k

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Honda Malaysia has launched the 9th Generation Accord executive sedan here today, it has been redesigned to offer a sophisticated yet masculine exterior with new front bumper design, stylish LED headlights that has been borrowed from the latest Honda Civic, new LED tail lights and a two tone black and silver rims. Under the hood, this new sedan continues to offer the same 2.0-litre SOHC i-VTE and 2.4-litre DOHC i-VTEC engines from its predecessor, the 2.0-litre engine produces 155PS of power and 190Nm of torque, while the 2.4-litre Earth Dreams Technology engine increases the power to 175PS and torque to 225Nm.

What’s exciting this round is that the Honda Accord
is the first sedan in Malaysia
 comes equipped with a 7-inch entertainment system that supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a feature that even luxurious car makers have not offered yet here. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto amplifies the smartphone experience on to the car’s entertainment system, which offers smartphone car-friendly features to keep the user’s eyes off their phones, essentially you will be able to use voice commands to navigate with the Apple Maps or Google Maps, make and receive phone calls, and send a text message, you will be able to use other audio apps such as Spotify and TuneIn Radio to make your drive more enjoyable with tunes, all you need to is to connect your iPhone or Android smartphones that run Android Lollipop or later to enjoy the feature.

In terms of safety features, the new Honda Accord comes with 6 airbags, which protects of the front driver, passenger and sides. It has Honda’s LANEWATCH blind spot detection system on the side mirrors, vehicle stability assist, motion adaptive power steering, hill start assist, a multi-angle reverse camera, and an emergency stop signal that flashes the rear brake lights and hazard lights should there be any sudden braking situations.

Honda Malaysia is offering a 5-year warranty with unlimited mileage for the new Honda Accord, it is available in color options of Obsidian Blue Pearl, White Orchid Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic and Crystal Black Pearl, the 2.0VTi and 2.0VTi-L models is priced at RM144,800 and RM153,800 respectively with on-the-road insurance, while the top line 2.4VTi-L model is priced at RM172,800 with on-the-road insurance.

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The Acer Aspire Switch 12 lets you use a convertible laptop as a desktop

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Acer has announced the Aspire Switch 12, a laptop that lets you use it in five forms on a 12.5-inch device. If you are familiar with 2-in-1 laptop form factors, you will know most of them can be used in a
tablet
, laptop, display and tent mode. The Aspire Switch 12 will allow you to use it in a desktop mode – Yes, you can detach the keyboard from the device itself and use it like a 12.5-inch AIO desktop.

I’m not sure if I’d appreciate the added mode that Acer has given on the Aspire Switch 12 but I dare say that the company has at least tried its best on trying to differentiate its product from the already competitive convertible laptop market. Hardware specifications of the Acer Aspire Switch 12 will include Intel’s Core M processor, a 1080p touch display, up to 120GB of SSD, and around 8 hours of battery life. The
tablet
 has Micro HDMI and MicroUSB ports onboard and it will only start selling in the U.S on early 2015, retail price should be around $519.99 (RM1,730) according to sources.

Here’s something to think about, with
Windows 10
reverting back to the standard desktop operation method, will hybrid computing devices like this live on? ICYMI, do check out our
Dell Inspiron 13 7000 series review
, which is one of the most impressive laptops that we’ve ever seen.


The Acer Swift Edge is the world’s lightest 16-inch OLED laptop from RM5,299

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Acer has finally caught up to the OLED laptop competition by introducing the Acer Swift Edge laptop, which the company boldly claims is the world’s first 16-inch OLED laptop, as it weighs a mere 1.17kg and measures 12.95mm in height, very impressive indeed.

The Swift Edge employs the AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processors for power and Microsoft Pluton security processor that helps defend against attacks, the 16-inch OLED display pushes a 4K resolution at 3840×2400 pixels, making it a 16:10 aspect ratio display that’s similar to many modern 16-inch laptops.

In terms of storage, the Swift Edge with Ryzen 7 6800U processor will come with a 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD and 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, while the Ryzen.5 6600U processor model will come with 512GB PCIe Gen4 SSD and 8GB LPDDR5 RAM.

Despite its ultra-slim chassis, Acer has managed to fit generous amount of ports such as a HDMI 2.1, two USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two USB-A ports and an audio jack, which pretty much eliminates the need for a dongle and something to commend about for a portable laptop.

Acer Malaysia has started selling the Swift Edge today, with the Ryzen 5 model retailing at RM5,299 and the Ryzen 7 model retailing at RM6,299, the laptop comes preinstalled with Office Home and Student 2021 and is covered by a 2-year warranty, with the first year being an International Travelers Warranty.

The Swift Edge can be purchased at Acer eStore, Acer official store on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

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The Acer Swift Go 14 offers AMD 7×30 U-series APU at an affordable price

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Alongside the 2023 Acer Swift 14, Acer Malaysia has also introduced the Acer Swift Go 14, it is a more budget friendly laptop that’s thin and lightweight, yet not compromising performance and efficiency as it is powered by AMD’s Ryzen 7×30 U-series APU.

Featuring a 14-inch IPS Full HD display with a 90% screen-to-body ratio, the Acer Swift Go 14 weighs slightly heavier than the more premium Swift 14 at just 1.25kg, it is also impressively well-built with an aluminum chassis that measures 14.9mm.

Despite its sleek design, the Swift Go 14 is packed with I/O which includes two USB-C 4.0 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports with one supporting power-off USB charging, one full-sized HDMI 2.1 port and one 3.5mm audio port, it also charges over its USB-C port at up to 65W.

In terms of specs, Acer offers two processor options of AMD Ryzen 5 7530U and AMD Ryzen 7 7730U on the Swift Go 14, it comes with up to 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM and all variants are equipped with 512GB of NVMe Storage, battery life is rated up to 13 hours, which even if you take that figure off by half, it is already above other similar priced laptops.

Like the Acer Swift 14, the Acer Swift Go 14 will be made available later this month starting at RM3,199, two color options of Pure Silver and Prodigy Pink are available but only the latter is available exclusively to the base Ryzen 5 variant.

The Acer Swift Go 14 can be purchased at
Acer e-Store
, official stores at
Lazada
 and
Shopee
.

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The Alcatel 1 and Alcatel 5V priced at RM99 and RM399 during 12.12 Sales

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In conjunction with the 12.12 Sales, Alcatel is offering price reductions on two of their smartphones, the Alcatel 1 and Alcatel 5V so that their consumers can actually purchase the smartphones at cheaper prices for themselves or their friends and families in time for Christmas and New Year.

From 12am onwards on 12 December 2018, the Alcatel 1 that is originally priced at RM399 will be priced at RM99. The entry level smartphone comes with a 5.0-inch FullView display and runs on MT6739 processor. It has 1GB RAM and 8GB storage and the battery is of 2000mAh, in addition to being equipped with a 5MP rear camera and 2MP front camera. Besides that, those who purchase the phone will also be entitled to a free screen protector and a phone casing.

Besides that, the Alcatel 5V which is originally priced at RM898 will also will reduced to RM399, which means purchasers will get more than 50% discount when they purchase the phone. The 5V has a 6.2-inch FullView display and runs on Android 8.1. It has a MT6762 processor with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage, and the battery is of 4000mAh, twice the amount of the Alcatel 1’s battery. Apart from that, the phone has 12MP+2MP rear cameras while the front camera has a 8MP lens. Purchasers will also get a free screen protector, a phone casing and a mystery gift box when they purchase the Alcatel 5V.

Do note that these deals are only available exclusively on 11street from 12 December onwards for limited time only, so if you’re thinking of purchasing either one of the smartphones, visit 11street to get huge discounts on the Alcatel 1 and Alcatel 5V.

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The Alcatel Flash has four eyes and a deca-core processor

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In a world where smartphones only opt with either a dual camera setup on the front or rear, Alcatel has brought things to the next level with the Alcatel Flash, featuring dual camera configurations on both the front and rear side of the device. Now you’ll able to play around with the depth of field for your selfie shots as well!

The Alcatel Flash is currently being teased on the company’s website, with a number of revealed specs. We do know that the phone will sport a 5.5-inch display in Full HD resolution as stated. Underneath the hood is a processor with a staggering 10 cores – the MediaTek Helio X20 chipset. The Alcatel Flash comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Storage can be further expanded to 128GB via the micro SD card slot.

As mentioned earlier, the Alcatel Flash features dual cams on both the rear and front of the device. The dual rear camera configuration is of 13MP + 13MP, with PDAF and an aperture of F/2.0. The dual front facing selfie sensors are of 8MP + 5MP with PDAF and the same aperture as well. The front facing setup incorporates Super Selfie Mode which allows for users to tweak the depth of field, the focus and blur points of front facing shots. Powering the handset is a decently sized 3,100mAh battery.

The Alcatel Flash sounds like a phone to look forward to, with a total of 4 cameras altogether. The Helio X20 processor should pass with flying colors as well, contributing to the overall impressiveness on paper. The availability and pricing of the Alcatel Flash has yet to be revealed just yet.

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The Alcatel Pixi 4 Plus Power's name speaks for itself

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Just by looking at its name, one can clearly tell what the Alcatel Pixi 4 Plus Power specializes in – power. Though the Pixi 4 Plus Power may be an entry level smartphone, but on paper, its battery life might turn out to be one of the best in the competition.

For starters, the Alcatel Pixi 4 Plus Power sports a 5.5-inch IPS display in 720p resolution. Underneath the hood is an unspecified and unnamed processor alongside 1GB of RAM and a measly 8GB of onboard memory, expandable up to an extra 32GB via the micro SD slot. On the camera side of things, the Pixi 4 Plus Power features a 13MP rear camera, and a 5MP front facing selfie shooter, both of which are equipped with an LED flash.

The main highlight of the phone is of course, its battery, boasting a capacity of 5,000mAh. That is way more than most smartphones out there in the market. Alcatel claims the Pixi 4 Plus Power to last 2.7 days on a single charge. The handset supports charging as well, twice the speed of traditional charging. Not only that, the phone doubles up as a powerbank as well, if you need to charge other devices.

That’s about it for now. No word from Alcatel on the phone’s availability or its price. Would you opt for an entry level device for the sake of its battery life?

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The all-new BMW i8 Coupe gets more efficient and a more polished interior

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First launched as a concept vehicle, BMW Malaysia has now unveiled the all-new BMW i8 Coupe last night at the Auto Bavaria showroom in Kuala Lumpur, this super plugin hybrid coupe now features a more aggressive design and efficient aerodynamics.

The car’s battery size has been significantly increased to 33Ah from the previous 20Ah with an output of 105 kW, delivering up to 55km of mileage on a full charge. Combined with the 1.5-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder combustion engine that outputs 170 kW/231 hp, the car gets a combined power of 275 kW/374 hp, which can sprint from 0-100km/h in just 4.4 seconds and have a fuel consumption of 1.8l/100km.

The exterior of the new BMW i8 remains very much unchanged, while you do fine the front grille to be somehow more aggressive looking than the previous model, it now comes with an Air Shutter on the hood, which opens and closes depending on the cooling and aerodynamics requirements.

As for the interior, there are a few refinements despite maintaining pretty much the same progressive design from the previous BMW i8, there’s the open-pored CFRP Carbon trim on the centre console, door handle and dashboard inlay, the ceramic controls with an embossed i8 logo on the iDrive controller, and the ceramic finish on the gear selection lever.

For the tech part, there’s a Head-up Display that changes to a sports display that includes rev, gears, and shift lights when performing manual gear chagnes in SPORT mode, the BMW iDrive operating system also now comes with a new Navigation System Professional software, while the tile-based user interface is themed in the BMW i color scheme on the beautiful 8.8-inch display.

Unfortunately, there is still no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto functionality preloaded on the iDrive system, but BMW has enabled the Remote App on the new i8 via its BMW Connected service, which lets drivers remotely lock and unlock the car, remote light flash and horn blow. BMW Connected also shows information of the car on your phone, such as current charge status, range, and assists drivers in looking out for charging stations and sent the location remotely to the iDrive’s navigation system.

The new BMW i8 Coupe comes in Crystal White with a Frozen Grey highlight or the new special paintwork Donington Grey, with the interior in Black Amido or Accaro respectively, it comes with BMW’s 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty and is priced at RM1,310,800 OTR without insurance and SST for Peninsular Malaysia, the car is now available at all BMW i dealerships nationwide.

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The all new Ford Mustang roars into Malaysia

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Out of all the cars that were manufactured in the United States, none may be as iconic as the Ford Mustang. If you’ve ever dreamed of buying one without going through the hassle of importing it, there’s some good news for you as Ford and local distributor Sime Darby Auto Connexion has officially brought in the new Ford Mustang.

The new Ford Mustang is slightly different from the ones that you remember as it now sports a clean-sheet design. However, key design elements such as the long sculpted hood and the short rear deck are retained, giving the car the unmistakable Mustang-look while balancing world-class dynamics to deliver a superior ride quality. The interiors of the Mustang weren’t compromised either as a high degree of craftsmanship can be found inside the car. The large, clear instrumentation puts vehicle information right in front of the driver in the roomy cabin, while thoughtful ergonomics and tactile switches and knobs provide precise control.

As for horsepower, the new Ford Mustang comes in two flavours. The first is the classic 5.0 litre V8 Mustang that features an upgraded valve train and cylinder heads, and is capable of pumping out 416PS of power and 530Nm of torque. The new intake manifold improves the car’s low-speed breathing for better fuel economy, idle stability and emissions, making it the most powerful V* engine in GT history.

The other version is the state-of-the-art 2.3-litre EcoBoost Mustang. This particular Mustang uses direct injection, variable cam timing and turbo charging to deliver fantastic performance and fuel efficiency. A unique intake manifold and turbocharger housing is also present on this Mustang, allowing the car to deliver 317PS of power and 432Nm of torque, making it more powerful than the original V8-powered 1964 Mustang.

The power plant for both Mustangs are complemented by a smooth, six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission, giving drivers the thrill of using a manual transmission by toggling the race-car inspired paddle shifters located on the steering wheel to shift gears up or down without needing a clutch. Active grille shutters will also help improve fuel efficency by further reducing drag at high sppeds when cooling capacity is not needed. When the shutters are closed, air will be sent over and around the car instead of through the engine compartment.

Other technologies and safety features can be found in the new Ford Mustangs as well. Examples includes the Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) which balances brake force between front and rear wheels during an emergency, AdvanceTrac with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) which adjusts to provide the driver with greater control in a range of road and weather conditions, in comfort, sport and normal modes.

Both Ford Mustangs are now available for purchase. The 2.3-litre EcoBoost Mustang is priced from RM 488,888, while the 5.0-litre V8 Mustang is priced from RM 598,888 without road insurance. Both variants are available in Race Red, Oxford White, Shadow Black, Deep Impact Blue and Magnetic colours. A special Triple Yellow Tri-Coat colour is available for the 5.0-litre V8 Mustang.

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The All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV has arrived in Malaysia, priced at RM173,888

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Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor and custodian of the Peugeot brand in Malaysia has just launched the All-New Peugeot 5008 SUV. A modern SUV that offers users a combination of status, sophisticated technology, impressive practically and driving emotions.

The Peugeot 5008 SUV transitions from its MPV predecessor and comes with an expressive 7-seater SUV in the C-segment. The SUV refreshes the segment with a blend of space and practicality of an MPV and the dynamic appeal of an SUV. It might sound like a huge vehicle, but it is only 4,641mm long and 1,844mm wide, making it only 11cm longer than its predecessor but it is still roomier for passengers.

The rear has a raized body line and chromed roof arc trim finish that gives more aerodynamic design profile that is complemented by Peugeot’s signature three-claw LED rear lights. The Peugeot 5008 comes with 18-inch alloy Los Angeles wheels with a two-tone diamond finish and stainless steel roof and black wheel arches. Similar to the 308 and 3008 SUV, the 5008 SUV features the Efficient Modular Platform that gives the SUV balance between mass, strength and functionality. This totals up the weight of the car to only 1,385kg.

In the interior, the main attraction is its i-Cockpit which offers the driver a high-end driving experience. It comes with a completely redesigned compact steering wheel, 8-inch multifunction colour touchscreen and a 12.3-inch high-resolution Digital Head-Up Cluster Display that shows the speedometer, odometer, trip-computer and more with great graphics, elegant animations and pleasing transitions from one mode to another. Other than that, it also has a central satin chrome Toggle Switches for quick access to the main passenger comfort and safety.

Other than that, it also supports Android Auto, Apple Carplay and Mirrorlink connectivity, auto electric parking brake, automatic dual zone air-conditioning, reverse camera with 3 view settings, six speakers with 3D Arkamys sound staging system, driver seat lumbar and height adjustments and flexible 8-way electric driver seat with memory settings.

Passengers will feel comfortable in the vehicle as it comes with premium leather seats for everyone and offers five angles of inclination. The third row of two extra seats can be folded down and tucked away behind the third-row seats.

As for performance, the 5008 SUV comes with a 1.6 Turbo THP engine which offers users fuel efficiency of 7.3 litres for 100 km and CO2 emissions as low as 133g/km. The Peugeot 5008 SUV comes in four distinctive colours of Emerald Crystal, Amazonite Gray, Nera Black and Pearlescent White. The 5008 SUV is now displaying in showrooms nationwide and will be priced at RM173,888.

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The all-new vivo Y17 with 5,000mAh and triple camera is now available for pre-order

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The all-new vivo Y17 is now in Malaysia, and it is available for pre-order from today onwards till May 10, giving you the perfect chance to get a great Mother’s Day gift.

With a 6.35-inch Halo FullView display that has a 89% screen-to-body ratio, the Y17 features an LCD panel with almost non-existent side bezels. On its gradient black with a shiny finish, the phone holds a fingerprint sensor and also a triple rear camera setup.

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Under the hood, the Y17 is powered by a MT6765 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. It ships with Funtouch OS 9 based on Android 9.0 and houses a whooping 5,000mAh battery that comes with Dual-Engine Fast Charging.

The Y17 does not disappoint when it comes to its cameras, as it holds a 20MP front camera whereas on its rear, the phone has a 13MP main camera, a 8MP super-wide angle lens, and a 2MP depth sensor and these cameras are equipped with AI technology.

There are two colour options when it comes to the Y17 — Mineral Blue and Mystic Purple. Those who

pre-orders the phone will not only get an extended 6 months warranty card, but also an extended 6 months screen-crack warranty and a complimentary mini Bluetooth speaker.

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The Apacer AS2280P2 PCIe SSD delivers 1650MB/s of speed from RM150

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Apacer tends to be a game changer when it comes to its storage products, and it is doing it again by introducing the AS2280P2 PCIe SSD. Using 3D TLC NAND flash technology and the PCIe Gen 3×2 interface, the AS2280P2 is offered up to 480GB of storage and designed to handle everyday computing tasks with a staggering fast 1650MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds.

The Apacer AS2280P2 also introduces value added technologies on top of its great performance, including 72bit/1KB error correction code, global wear-leveling for extended SSD life, and SmartRefresh for maintaining accuracy and safety for data access, making this one of the more reliable 3D TLC SSD in the market with a rated MTBF of 1,500,000 hours.

Apacer offers a 3-year warranty on the AS2280P2, we expect the SSD to arrive in Malaysia shortly in the following month after its debut in COMPUTEX happening next week. Most importantly, Apacer really means business when it says that the AS2280P2 doesn’t break the bank, as the 120GB and 240GB model will retail at RM150 and RM290 respectively, no pricing is given on the 480GB model yet, but for such value and performance, it certainly gives other storage companies a good run for their money.

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The Apacer WS211 Bluetooth speaker plays 7 hours of audio

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Apacer seems to be introducing more interesting mobile products lately, from
computer memory
 to
USB OTG drives
, the company has certainly come a long way in making memory devices for gadgets. Meet the Apacer WS211, a portable stylish
Bluetooth speaker
 from Apacer, before you start saying meh to the product, it has some pretty cool features onboard.

The Apacer WS211 will come in Red and Black colors, it features NFC connectivity for easy pairing and will have a 3.5mm AUX port if wireless connectivity isn’t an option, there’s also a built-in Microphone that allows you to make phone calls. What truly amazes us is its superbly huge 1200mAh battery in such a small form factor, which promises up to an impressive 7 hours of playback. Apacer has also been really nice to create a music player app specially for the WS211 which can be downloaded from the Google Play, it will still support music playback from all audio apps anyway.

Detailed specs of this beautiful portable speaker isn’t mentioned in Apacer’s website but it sure looks and sounds good, expect the WS211 to pop up in your nearest IT retail stores soon and its price should be no more than RM150.


The Apple AirPods have been delayed indefinitely

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Remember the Apple AirPods? Those wireless earphones that Apple introduced back during the iPhone 7 reveal event may not be coming so soon after all as Apple has released a statement saying the the AirPods have been delayed indefinitely.

Originally scheduled for a late October release, Apple has stated that the AirPods “needs a little more time” before the devices are ready. “The early response to AirPods has been incredible. We don’t believe in shipping a product before it’s ready,” the Apple statement reads.

Unfortunately, Apple did not give a timeline as to when the AirPods will be made available. With the holiday season approaching, it is probably safe to say that Apple is aiming to launch the wireless earbuds before then. In the meantime, iPhone 7 users will have to make do with the headphone jack adapter. For those who are impatient, you could always stalk the
AirPod’s product page
 in hopes that Apple updates the release date.

Source:
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The Apple AirPower and 2nd generation AirPods might arrive in the first half of 2019

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We have been hoping to see the AirPower and the second generation AirPods every time Apple organizes a launch event, but each event led us to disappointment as both products are nowhere to be seen. However, the news that we will finally get our hands on the products this year might just be the real deal.

Previous rumors revealed that the AirPower is already being mass produced back in 21 January, suggesting that it could arrive to consumer’s market pretty soon, while the new AirPods still remains a mystery in terms of production. It could be possible that the products will be launched separately, but the chances are slim.

The AirPods is expected to be quite identical to the first generation AirPods, though it will be getting several upgrades on the inside. That being said, the new AirPods are expected to come with a new coating for better grip and this coating is also rumored to be applied on this year’s iPhone 11. In addition, the new AirPods will also have more sensors that can be used for health features such as the ability to monitor health rate, though I’m questioning how earpieces can be used to do so. The battery of the new AirPods is reported to be similar to the previous AirPods and it will come in Black and White.

As for the AirPower, we’re praying that predictions of its arrival are true because we’ve been waiting for over a year. This charging mat is said to be able to charge three devices at once so if you’re an Apple fan with most of its products, you could charge your Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods at the same time. Its previous manufacturing issues is said to have been resolved hence why we’re expecting to see it real soon.

The AirPods is expected to be slightly more expensive than its predecessor at $200 whereas the AirPower is suspected to cost around $150. If these products are arriving early, we can expect to see them both at the launch event of the new iPad this year.


The Apple Watch Series 4 comes with a bigger display and redesigned watch faces

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Apple has unveiled the Apple Watch Series 4 in the first part of its Keynote today, like how the previous rumors have shown, Watch Series 4 now comes with a larger display and introduces wrist sizes of 40mm and 44mm, Apple has also introduced redesigned UI and watch faces, while enhancing the complications on them

The chassis of Apple Watch Series 4 is now made with black ceramic, the digital crown has also been redesigned to offer better antenna performance for the watch’s built-in LTE radio, while the button now also serves as a Electrocardiogram, which works together with the optical heart rate sensor to detect any abnormal heart issues more accurately. The optical heart rate sensor now also detects high and low heart rate, and tells you if your heart rate is beating at an abnormal rate.

Apple has also included a accelerometer gyroscope that can detect falls and trips, while its not something that you would use everyday, it does help to call your emergency contacts if it detects that if accidents do really occur

In terms of performance, the Apple Watch Series 4 is now two times faster with the new Apple S4 SoC, the loudspeakers are louder than the previous model, it connects using the more efficient Bluetooth 5.0 standard and finally, it offers the same 18-hour all-day battery life like the Series 3.

Apple Watch Series 4 will be made available on September 21, it will be available in both GPS and Cellular models, which retails at $399 and $499 respectively. At the same time, Apple Watch Series 3 will be reduced to $279 for the GPS model.

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