Here are the new Samsung Galaxy A33, Galaxy A53, and Galaxy A73 5G smartphones

Oftentimes associated with the word “awesome”, the Galaxy A series had a very good lineup of smartphones last year. For this year though, we have three new phones, three new colors (technically), and quite a lot of big changes for these mid-range smartphones.
We have a video summarizing everything – which I recommend you to watch.

Few feature highlights
The new Galaxy A series started with a few feature highlights. They’re now technically on par with the flagship S and Z series when it comes to the Galaxy Ecosystem support. We have:

Link To Windows
Bixby Routines
Full Galaxy ecosystem with Samsung Pay, Smart Things, Buds Auto Pair, etc.

Common traits between all 3 phones
All these phones share a few common traits. In terms of aesthetics, they all look pretty similar to before. However, the camera bump is now curved up from the phone’s body instead of just an abrupt bump.

They are also available in a total of 4 different colors, with the mint color being exclusive only for the Galaxy A73 5G.

Black
White
Blue
Peach
Mint (A73 5G only)

All of these phones have microSD card slot of up to 1TB and are also IP67-rated. They all have RAM Plus feature – not really needed since 8GB RAM is more than enough, yet virtual RAM is slower than the real RAM.
In terms of the battery, they all also come with a massive 5,000mAh battery and all of them support 25W Super Fast Charging – but there is no charger in the box! You’ll only get the phone and a USB C-C cable in the box.

There is also no headphone jack and no pre-installed screen protector but are using Gorilla Glass 5.
Galaxy A33
Let’s go in-depth with the specs on each of these phones.

6.4-inch Super AMOLED at 90Hz
Exynos 1280
5,000mAh battery
8GB RAM + 128GB storage (microSD up to 1TB)
Cameras

Main: 48MP f/1.8 OIS
Ultrawide: 8MP f/2.2
Depth sensor
Macro: 5MP f/2.4 fixed focus

Galaxy A53

6.5-inch Super AMOLED at 120Hz
Exynos 1280
5,000mAh battery
8GB RAM + 256GB storage (microSD up to 1TB)
Cameras

Main: 64MP f/1.8 OIS
Ultrawide: 12MP f/2.2
Depth sensor
Macro: 5MP f/2.4 fixed focus

Galaxy A73 5G

6.7-inch Super AMOLED at 120Hz
Snapdragon 778G
5,000mAh battery
8G RAM + 256GB storage (microSD storage up to 1TB)
Cameras

Main: 108MP f/1.8; OIS
Ultrawide: 12MP f/2.2
Depth sensor
Macro: 5MP f/2.4 fixed focus

One thing I’m very perplexed about is the removal of the dedicated telephoto camera. You see, the Galaxy A72 from last year, had a dedicated telephoto camera with optical zoom.

I asked them about it – and I was told that the 108MP main camera on the Galaxy A73 5G can do 3x hybrid zoom and 10x digital zoom. In my mind… isn’t anything above 1.0x zoom considered digital zoom already? 🤔

Anyway, the biggest upgrade on the new Galaxy A series is the A33. It now comes with IP 67-rating, a chipset equal to the Galaxy A53, and also software support for more years.
The Galaxy A53 is still a reasonable iterative upgrade over the last generation.
Exynos 1280
About that chipset – according to leakers, it performs similarly to the Snapdragon 778G which is good news but then why does the A73 5G uses the Snapdragon 778G instead of the Exynos 1280? I think it’s mostly due to 5G.
Difference in notch designs
One of the most glaring differences is the notch on each of these phones. The Galaxy A33 has a rather big U-shaped notch that “drips” from the top bezel of the phone, whereas the Galaxy A53 has a tiny circular cutout.

However, the Galaxy A73 5G has a much larger circular cutout when compared to the Galaxy A53. I can’t help but notice it when I saw these two phones side-by-side.
Price
We got the prices just in time before this article is published. They are as follows:

Galaxy A33 5G @ RM1,499
Galaxy A53 5G @ RM1,849
Galaxy A73 5G @ RM2,099

Stay tuned for the review(s)!
What we talked about here is mostly just the hardware. We’ll have to wait and see how things actually perform. I’m most particularly interested in the Galaxy A73 5G and comparing its cameras with the Galaxy A72.

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KWorld Releases Two Hi-Res Audio Gaming IEMs

Day and day we see brand new earphones come and go. There’s nothing really special in the market, really. However, KWorld just dished out some interesting in-ear monitors (or IEMs for short) which is solely focused on both gaming and music together. Of course, it has Hi-Res audio certification too.
These two IEMs are aimed towards offering greater-than-CD sound quality and zero distortion. While at that subject, these IEMs provides a superior soundstage too – thanks to its 5Hz to 70kHz frequency range.

By the way, KWorld and Gamdias are the same company. Anyway, Here’s a short overall product feature for both the S33 and S34 IEMs by KWorld. Also, they will both be available worldwide starting December 2016.

S33
S34

Comply with JEITA Hi-Res certification, designed for mobile gaming and music listening
Under license from Japan Audio Society, designed for gaming, movies and music.

High-performance 9mm dynamic drivers
High-performance 10mm dynamic drivers

High Density memory foam tips isolate external noise
High Density memory foam tips isolate external noise

Amazing 5Hz – 70kHz wide sound frequency range, stunning sound effect
Amazing 5Hz – 70kHz wide sound frequency range, stunning sound effect,

Gold-plated connector transmits sound without distortion
Gold-plated connector transmits sound without distortion

Twisted anti-tangle cable
Dual air chambers structure

In-line button with microphone
In-line button with microphone

Unique silicone cable tie for easy cable management
Unique silicone cable tie for easy cable management

Comes with high density memory tips (S,M) and silicone earbuds (S, M, L)
Comes with high density memory tips (S,M) and silicone earbuds (S, M, L)

S33
Available for $54.99 MSRP

The S33 has JEITA’s Hi-Res Audio certification and has a 9mm dynamic driver. These drivers are aimed to deliver deep bass and clear mids for a fantastic sound quality, while its twisted tangle-free cable with integrated in-line button and microphone will never break your immersion.
The S33 also comes with S- and M-sized memory foam tips, alongside with S-, M-, and L-sized  silicon eartips.
S34
Available for $59.99 MSR

According to KWorld themselves, there’s not much difference between the S33 and S34, except the fundamental chamber structure and driver size. The S34 has a dual air chamber structure and 10mm driver. These help to product even lower bass and provide a better granularity in audio accuracy. It also promises a wide soundstage with passive noise cancellation.

Are you interested in getting the KWorld S33 or S34? I personally would like to test them out – especially the S34. Price different isn’t particularly huge, but looking at the specs, I think that extra $5 is worth it.

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Review – Micropack MWC-236 Q3: Double QuickCharge Ports

Yes, I know – it’s a product with a funky name. Seriously, I have no idea what those numbers mean either – but all I know is that the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 is a USB charger with two ports – one with Qualcomm QuickCharge 3.0 and another one with QuickCharge 2.0. I mean, everyone has at least two different devices to charge at the same time – right?
Let’s take a look at the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 here.

Unboxing

The first thing that caught my eye is how extensively packed the charger is. It has a premium looking packaging at the front that shows the charger itself alongside with some features.
The main highlight here is the word “worldwide travel charger” – because Micropack did indeed include a total of 3 different types of wall plug in the box itself. We’ll talk more about this later.
At the bottom there are some other feature highlights like 36 watts output, smart IC to adapt to whatever wattage your device supports, double USB output, full protection, and foldable prongs.

There’s also a flap that opens and you can see the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 itself alongside with the 3 different wall plugs.

Around the flap where you break the seal is where Micropack chooses to highlight the 1-year warranty that it has. Brilliant idea.

Opening up the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 reveals nothing much from the package itself. There’s the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 itself, the 3 different wall plugs, warranty guide, and user manual.
Would’ve been nice if Micropack included a micro USB cable with USB-C adapter, by the way. Or maybe a 3-in-1 cable where it breaks a single USB port into USB-C, micro USB, and Lightning connector.
Design
I can say here that the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 comes with a fairly clean design. It has a near-glossy finish across the entire charger itself. It’s sleek, to say the least. That grey band near the wall plug is actually matte plastic. This little transition layer makes it seamless when you plug in the adapter wall plug. Brilliant.

About those 3 wall plug adapters – the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 is actually compatible with 4 different types of wall plugs! There’s a pair of foldable prongs in the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 itself!

It’s easy to install the wall plug adapters too – just fold the 2 prongs back inside the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 itself, then slide in the wall plug adapter until you hear a click noise.

To detach the wall plug adapter, do the same in reverse. This time you’ll hear the click when it’s detached from the wall plug adapter.
Testing out the Micropack MWC-236 Q3
At the point of this review, Nasi Lemak Tech does not own any smartphones that support Qualcomm’s QuickCharge 3.0 or 2.0 – which I suppose is reflective of what people have either. So, we’ll be testing the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 with two devices at once.

For all I can say, it does the job and does it well. With the multiple different voltages and amperage it supports, the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 is able to output the commonly found and used 5V 2A standard alongside with the 9V 2A standard that is used by many other smartphones in the market.

It can output a maximum of 36 watts – which is the sum of both QC3.0 and QC2.0 ports outputting at 18 watts each.
Wrapping up the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 review
I have to say, Qualcomm’s QuickCharge here is more like an added bonus to me. Most devices still won’t support QC anyway, so it might not be applicable to everyone.

The real value of getting the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 is the fact that it has dual ports, and the 3 different types of socket adapters that it comes with. Truly, the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 is a charger that has style points, and does its job well.
If your device does support QC3.0 like the Nokia 8 that we reviewed here, then you’re in for a treat.

For the price of RM139, the Micropack MWC-236 Q3 is definitely a great companion to have when you’re traveling around.
Get it here at Lazada now!

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ASUS GX860 Buzzard now on ASUS Store Online!

Hey – remember that GX860 Buzzard mouse with a big butt I reviewed? I loved that mouse, and ASUS is now selling the mouse through its online store! How convenient!
The mouse is – or ASUS told us that it will be – available this week! Excited? I hope so!

Price for this magical GX860 Buzzard mouse is only RM209 – and I’d say it’s one of the most comfortable mouse I’ve ever used. Yet it has one more programmable button compared to the ASUS RoG Gladius which we also reviewed here.

Anyway, I digress. Check out the deal for the RoG GX860 Buzzard right here!

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OPPO announces Watch at RM899; Green Vegan Leather bundle with Find X2 Pro at RM5,399

OPPO has revealed the new smart wearable, the OPPO Watch alongside the Green Vegan Leather special edition featuring the OPPO Find X2 Pro 5G and also the OPPO Watch in comfort green.
OPPO Watch

The OPPO Watch shows off a dual-curved display (46mm model) and aluminum alloy frame for the crispy and sleek appearance while providing optimal strength and durability. It uses a curved glass that blends into the frame. Beneath that curved glass is an AMOLED screen. The OPPO Watch is available in two different sizes – 1.91-inch or 1.6-inch.
For the battery, the 46mm variant delivers 36 hours usage in normal and up to 21 days in Power Saver mode thanks to the use of 2 different kinds of chips, Snapdragon for the main and Apollo3 for the sub for a great balance between performance and efficiency. The well-known VOOC Flash Charge is also integrated into it that provides 16 hours battery life within 15 minutes with a full charge taking 75 minutes.

In terms of fitness, 5 workout modes are delivered through voice coaching: Fitness Run, Fat Burn Run, Outdoor Walk, Outdoor Cycling, and Swimming. The always-on heart-rate monitoring tracks the heartbeat as long as you wear, be it during exercising or sleeping. The Sleep Tracking details your sleep quality fully documented in the Hey Tap app. If the 5 modes are not within your fitness activity, the compatibility with Google Fit will support a lot more tracked exercises including indoor rowing and kitesurfing for the best fitness partner possible.
Speaking of Google Fit, the Wear OS powering the wearable provides over 4000 compatible apps within the Google Play Store that transform it into a quick multitasking interface such as music streaming with Spotify, quick message reply, daily news updates, and making payments on the go. Don’t even have time to tap? The Google Assistant will automate them for you through a single voice command.
OPPO Find X2 Pro 5G Green Vegan Leather Edition

Meanwhile, the star of the show is complemented by the green leatherback version of the flagship smartphone. It uses a 3-layer stitching technology to combine environmentally friendly materials into the comfort and luxury feeling during hands-on. If you want a more vibrant color palette, the older orange leather edition might strike your interest better than this one.
Hardware-wise, it is pretty much the same as the standard editions and the leather edition still maintained its IP68 dust and waterproof capabilities too (click here for the full spec list). In March, its camera performance earned the number 1 spot on Dx0Mark with the latest achievement being the winner of the EISA ADVANCED SMARTPHONE award for 2020 to 2021. Expected and well deserved for the top-of-the-line product from OPPO.
Preorder Details

The preorders for both the OPPO Watch and OPPO Find X2 Pro bundle is up and running as of now. Each of them has their own set of freebies and complimentary services so we summarized them for you to look through.

Product

Price

Bonus

Note

OPPO Watch 41mm

RM899

2 additional watch straps

First 50 preorders: 1 exclusive wristband by Katun, name personalization on collection (3rd October)
(Those who can’t attend the first sale is still eligible for this bonus)

OPPO Watch 46mm

RM1,299

OPPO Find X2 Pro Green Vegan Leather Edition Bundle with OPPO Watch 46mm

RM5,399 until October 2, RM6,097 afterward

1 additional watch strap
120GB OPPO Cloud Storage (6 months)

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The bundle will be available at OPPO Brand Stores, Official Online Stores, and selected  Official Dealer Stores as well. Fancy preordering online? The links are down below.

OPPO Watch 41mm
OPPO Watch 46mm
OPPO Find X2 Pro Green Vegan Leather Edition Bundle with OPPO Watch 46mm

MyOPPO Lucky Raffles
Existing OPPO users are in for a lucky raffle. Just simply spend 50 reward points through the MyOPPO app and stand a chance to win an OPPO Watch from a total of 4 for 46mm model and another 4 for 41mm model respectively. Through the reward point, you can redeem vouchers from OPPO and Zalora as well. What’s more, there is 10% off on OPPO Watch series offer available just for 1 point, go grab it and save a few hundred ringgits just with a small gesture, pretty nice deal by OPPO honestly. The raffle begins from today until the 2nd of October so be quick.

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Review – ASUS Vivobook 15X K3504

What I have today is a budget laptop. Technically, not that budget since it’s still priced at RM3,099. It does come with some pretty good specs though, an Intel Core i5-1335U, 8GB of RAM, and also 512GB of SSD. But, like what I always say, we need to look beyond the specs to know the full story.
So, let’s start with the review.

Now, this laptop is – from what I can tell – mostly plastic. By just tapping on the laptop’s body, you can hear from the sound that it makes.

That isn’t a bad thing, because there are good laptops that are made out of plastic anyway. This laptop very minimalist and is actually sturdy. There is barely any flex even when I deliberately try to twist it.

Opening the lid reveals a 15-inch screen. This is a 15-inch IPS LCD screen with FHD resolution and 60Hz refrest rate. That’s pretty standard but with my eyes that had stared at way too many screens in my lifetime, I can immediately tell that the colors of this screen is not accurate. It has a tint of yellow-green hue and true enough, our colorimeter reveals that it only covers around 60% of sRGB color gamut.

But, the maximum Delta E is only at around 1 – so that’s a redemption of some kind.
The brightness of this monitor is only around 280 nits – which is adequate enough for indoor usage, but barely. Once you go close to a window during a bright sunny day, you might encounter some problems.

Onward to the keyboard. The keycaps of each key is extremely rough. I have no idea why. It felt like there is a fine layer of sand just stuck on the keycaps. This is something that I thought I wouldn’t like at first, but eventually liked it.

The typing experience is bouncy and fun, so that’s a good thing. Many of you like number pads on your laptops so you can consider getting this one. Personally, I’m not a fan of the number pad since it offsets the typing zone to the left side.

Then, the trackpad. It’s a functional one and it gets the job done, though the palm rejection isn’t exactly the best as sometimes I can see my cursor dancing on the screen. It does have a fingerprint scanner at the top right corner – so you can use that to log in to Windows easily.

This laptop also has a rather good selection of ports but I really would’ve preferred the positions to be flipped between the two sides. Seriously, imagine having a USB stick or an external drive plugged into the right side and trying to use an external mouse at the same time. That’s an ergonomic nightmare.

Oh, we have to talk about the charger now. This laptop comes with a 65W charger that has a barrel jack – but I never used it because we can actually charge this laptop using the USB-C port! That’s convenient and it’s a feature we don’t usually see on a budget laptop.

Then comes the performance. This laptop has an Intel Core i5-1335U chip with 8GB RAM and from my previous experience with this chip, it should be able to play some games. So, I loaded up Genshin Impact and this happened.

Well, the frame rate is abysmal and I double-checked the graphical settings. Yes, it was on the lowest preset. Buy why is the FPS so low? Then I remembered – the Intel core i5-1335U is “Intel Iris Xe eligible”.
That means it is eligible to use the Intel Iris Xe graphics, but not compulsory. And for this laptop, it’s only using basic Intel UHD graphics. That explains why the FPS was so low.

But, according to certain Reddit threads that I found, you can upgrade it to the Intel Iris Xe graphics by just adding another stick of RAM to make it dual-channel. Then, it’ll become Iris Xe. You don’t even have to reinstall anything.

So, can we upgrade the RAM then? That’s a question that I want answers – and it seems like we can. There is an empty SO-DIMM slot. I mean, it’s pretty much necessary to upgrade this laptop’s RAM since it only comes with 8GB. We can’t do much with 8GB, honestly.
As for the battery life though, this Vivobook 15X K3504 comes with a 42Wh battery and it can last for about 4 hours if we’re only browsing the web, streaming music through Spotify, and some YouTube in the mix. Not bad, but I expected more.
Should you buy the ASUS Vivobook 15X K3504?
So, finally – for the price of RM3,099, I just think that this Vivobook 15X K3405 doesn’t offer good value to the customer. Personally, I would’ve opted for last year’s Vivobook 15X M1503 which is lower in price, has a better OLED screen that has higher resolution and higher refresh rate, and a more balanced performance thanks to its Radeon graphics.
To those who are worried – there is still a number pad on last year’s Vivobook 15X.
Where to buy? (Affiliate links)

ASUS Vivobook 15X K3504 (the one in this review)

Amazon
Lazada
Shopee

ASUS Vivobook 15X M1503 (the one I recommend)

Amazon
Lazada
Shopee

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Vivo Announces 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia V9 Blue Limited Edition

Vivo, the official smartphone sponsor of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, has launched a new global campaign titled “My Time, My FIFA World Cup”. For the first time ever, Vivo launched the limited edition 2018 World Cup Russia Vivo V9 Blue, the first smartphone to join the football memorabilia. We first talked about the Vivo V9 here. Vivo is also sending Malaysians on the Vivo Super Fan Photographer program.
Vivo has also launched a 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia V9 Blue limited edition to celebrate the partnership with FIFA. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 octa-core processor, with 4GB RAM, 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia V9 Blue limited edition runs the latest Android 8.1 Oreo. The FullView Display here can really promote a better FIFA viewing experience.

Vivo Malaysia’s brand ambassadors Janna Nick and Alvin Chong, along with the winner of the FIFAntastic contest have been selected to experience and capture extraordinary moments throughout the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. We look forward to sharing our latest and innovative products with Vivo Super Fan Photographers, empowering them with better ways to capture extraordinary moments and share them with the world. We want to bring fan involvement to the next level – to fully engage and participate – as part of Vivo’s sponsorship for the FIFA World Cup.
– CEO of Vivo Malaysia, Mike Xu
For an event that happens once every 4 years, I think the purchase of this phone can be justified, right? I mean, it does look really unique. We do not have the price as of now, but we’ll update here when we have more information.

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Realme 3 arrives with price starting from RM599 only

Here comes the brand new smartphone from Realme – the Realme 3. It comes with a lot of software improvements compared to the previous iteration, alongside with updated hardware.
Before we start, let us take a look at the specs first:

6.22-inch IPS LCD display with 1520×720 pixels in resolution
MediaTek Helio P60 (global version)

4x 2.0GHz Cortex-A73 + 4x 2.0GHz Cortex-A53
Mali-G72 MP3 GPU

3x 800MHz cores

4GB RAM
64GB internal storage (expandable with microSD card)
Dual rear-facing cameras

13MP f/1.8 with PDAF
2MP depth sensor

13MP f/2.0 selfie camera with fixed focus
4,230mAh battery
Android 9.0 Pie with ColorOS 6.0

We always say – the hardware tells only half the story and the most important point here about the Realme 3 is the new ColorOS 6.0 – which will come to all Realme device by the end of H1 of 2019.

The settings menu has fixed a lot of the flaws in the previous ColorOS. Also, the notification has been changed as well. Everything looks better and much more practical compared to the previous iteration. The overall experience is quite close to stock Android.

With it comes a brand new, revamped camera app and a brand new night mode that they are calling it “nightscape”.
It takes a long exposure shot and creates light what where there is only darkness. Check out our in-depth Realme 3 review to find out what it can truly do.

If you don’t like the ColorOS 6.0, the Realme 3 comes with unlocked bootloader too.
The Realme 3 is available in a total of 3 colors – Classic Black, Dynamic Black, and also Radiant Blue. We reviewed the Dynamic Black version and it looks absolutely stunning with the sparkly galaxy look. It looks blue at one angle, and purple on the other.

It will also be available in two configurations:

3GB RAM + 32GB storage – RM599
4GB RAM + 64GB storage – RM699

The Realme 3 is available on Lazada’s flash sale on 27th March, with a special price for only RM549.
The first 50 customers will also receive an exclusive phone case design for the Realme 3 which is titled as “Galaxy Inspired Collection”.

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Facebook Find Free WiFi Goes Live

Day after day, Facebook is adding more and more features that we didn’t ask for in hopes to “enhance” our user experience. We’ve covered the Facebook big font status updates here (still can’t be disabled, by the way), which in turn became colored background updates, then enhanced to become a what they’re calling “background posts“. In today’s addition, a new feature called Facebook Find Free WiFi or something along those lines.
Hey – who doesn’t want free WiFi?
For me, I first discovered this feature when I got this notification at 1 Utama. I didn’t even enable Facebook Find Free WiFi feature, and it prompted at my screen.

Curious to know what it does, I tapped on it. It asked me if I want to “enable find WiFi”. My curiosity grew stronger, and enabled the Facebook Find Free WiFi feature to see what’s up. To my surprise, it showed me a whole list of available free WiFis around the vicinity.
These were the free WiFi networks around 1 Utama.
Now, it’s not really accurate per se as it showed a rather large area instead of something reachable. It also didn’t take into account the difference in altitude (ala the difference in floor levels).
It’ll only show you which location has free WiFi, but it won’t automatically connect you to that network. You’ll still need to ask them for the password.
That blue dot is where I am located.
What’s interesting is that you can hop on over to the Map view by tapping the button on the top right corner, and browse to other locations to search for free WiFi in that particular area! “Now we can all search for a place to eat that offers free WiFi – all thanks to Facebook!” – I said sarcastically.
I was at 1 Utama at that time, searching for a list of available free WiFi at Puchong IOI Mall area.
Seriously, who thought this is a good feature? I can’t stress this enough – public WiFi sounds good – but you’ll never know what data the host of that free WiFi collects. Packets may be sniffed, data may be collected. Most common technique these days is the use of a “gate”, where you’ll have to give your email address and/or phone number before you can use the free WiFi.
you’ll never know what data the host of that free WiFi collects
Just be mindful of what you’re getting yourself into. Most of the time, free WiFi from the likes of Facebook Find Free WiFi is not always good.
In all seriousness though, I think that the free WiFi is correlated to this feature that’s available for business owners on Facebook. In summary, that feature benefits business owners who have certain hardware that has Facebook WiFi, users can connect to your network and use your WiFi for free – but users will have to check-in at your location first. Seems like a win-win situation.
We’ll definitely keep you updated when we know more about this Facebook Find Free WiFi feature.
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The video with the most “no u”-s

A friend of mine posted this on YouTube and it caught my attention to see what’s up with it. Amazingly… this is what I saw.

I can’t believe my eyes, the Internet actually do such things to people. It’s just fascinating to see what people can and will do on the Internet, and the weirdest thing is this happened on YouTube, not on a forum. Link to the video below.

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Ragnarok Battle Academy is a Ragnarok Online-themed battle royale for mobile

If you’re looking for more games with that Ragnarok Online theme, then here’s something for you. Introducing a new game in collaboration with both Gravity and Extreme Studio – Ragnarok Battle Academy (ROBA), to be available on Android soon. The remaining 20% is for testing and checking process so that the game is given a final completion polish with perfection. The new game will be launched in Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries.

ROBA is – as the name suggests – a spin-off game from the most popular MMORPG – is an important game in the history of online games since it is literally the childhood game for many of us. For Thailand, its publishing operation is Electronic Extreme – which has established Extreme Studio in 2016 to develop their own games and apps. Now, they’re the ones who are co-developing ROBA with Gravity.
ROBA, or Ragnarok Battle Academy, is a battle royale genre that is combined with Ragnarok’s RPG elements. That means it is literally a free-for-all, last-man-standing PVP battle with other players.
Imagine having to kill bosses in a battle royale game…
The developers created this game to simulate the Training Academy in ROBA’s world to be like the Training Ground of Ragnarok Online. Players start off in the battleground as Novice, and eventually grow stronger by good teamwork tactics, hunting monsters and bosses around the ROBA’s world to gain EXP, and get better equipment.
Remember – your weapons and skills affect your winning chances in a fight. You can gain additional advantages if you choose the right one. Players must also find ways to avoid the Red Zone and defeat other players to be the last survivor, winning the game.
ROBA comes out at a later unannounced date for both Android and iOS.

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The Garmin ForeRunner 55 smartwatch enters the market at just RM960

Garmin Malaysia has released the brand new ForeRunner 55 which is yet another entry-level fitness smartwatch in the lineup.

Unveiled in conjunction with World Running Day that encourages people to join the basic yet healthy exercise, the ForeRunner 55 is easy to appeal to a large range of athletes and enthusiasts with its large 1.04-inch 208×208 display and plethora of practical features such as smart GPS that tracks position and distance traveled at once, PacePro that guides users over a course of tailored tracks, optimum resting time, cadence range and more in addition to the usual “Heart Rate + Steps Counter + Calories Burned + Sleep Quality” stat tracking, you get the deal.
Designed to be worn 24/7, the use of Garmin’s Firstbeat Analytics will allow athletes can track their stress and set relaxation reminders to do short breathing exercises or let the Body Battery function find the best times for activities and rest with details on the period of doing them. Additionally, women can track their menstrual cycle or pregnancy and log symptoms, receive exercise and nutrition education, and more through the Garmin Connect app.
Pricing
The official MSRP of the Garmin ForeRunner 55 in Malaysia is RM960 where purchase links are up and running right now on Lazada, Shopee, and Aeco.

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Review – Edifier CineSound B1 Soundbar: Great Price For What It Offers

When it comes to audio product form factors, the soundbar is pretty new, actually. It’s literally a bar that produces sound. Many have ventured into the soundbar market, and here comes the Edifier CineSound B1, a budget soundbar.
Unboxing
I have to say, the box itself is a pretty new experience for me. The box itself is definitely very long – to be point where I can literally just take the box and hug it.

The box itself is with a simple design, and stickers showing us what to expect to find inside the box. And yes, the Edifier CineSound B1 is 100cm in length – in other words, a meter long.

Of course, there are some feature highlights too.
Opening up the entire box reveals a rather interesting packaging design. There’s a semitransparent plastic strip that runs along the entire length of the speaker, telling you how to wall mount the Edifier CineSound B1. More on this later.

Digging everything out reveals just a few included items within the box – some documentation including warranty, an RCA to male 3.5mm audio jack cable, an RCA to female 3.5mm audio jack (something that’s not seen every day), a remote control, and the soundbar itself. Pretty simple.

Everything is wrapped in plastic – including the soundbar itself. One thing I appreciate Edifier did is the folded cellophane on the plastic cover itself. Seriously, it might seem like a small thing, but at least now I don’t have to whip out my knife and slice through the plastic. Moreover, I can actually reuse the plastic!
Design
Soundbars typically all have the same shape – it’s long and it has a lot of holes when the grill is removed. Some soundbars are a little fancy as it has a rounded or circular design with a flat bottom instead. These all designs are feasible, as it can definitely help in aiming the sound directly towards the listener’s ears.
The Edifier CineSound B1 took a rather fancy geometry, as its housing is actually a reuleaux-shaped triangle with a flat bottom. The speaker is slightly angled, thus making it suitable for TV uses as you’ll be sitting a lot further than you’d normally would in front of a PC.

The Edifier CineSound B1 takes on a jet black design with a cloth grill covering the entire length of the speaker. There’s a subtle LED indicator light underneath the center of the grill, where the Edifier logo is found. This LED indicator is, of course, to indicate the modes, of course. Green LED means the source is from line-in, whereas red LED means it’s in aux mode.
Speaking of that LED, let’s remove the grill and have a look what’s underneath.

On each side of the speaker, you’ll find two woofers and a single tweeter on the far edge.
So many emojis…
At the center of it is where the LEDs are found – the red/green indicator LED and also the infrared receiver LED (in black).
Features
Let’s first take a look at the back of the Edifier CineSound B1. Ah, so it does have a total of 3 ports behind the speaker – an RCA line-in, a 3.5mm audio jack for aux, and another sub-out for an external subwoofer. It’s not easy to find a subwoofer with this jack, so keep that in mind if you’re planning to get the Edifier CineSound B1 soundbar and plug in a subwoofer later.

Anyway, the Edifier CineSound B1 comes with a remote control that has a total of 3 different modes to choose from – News, Movie, and 3D modes. News mode mutes the highs and lows and focuses only on the vocal range – which makes sense since you’ll want to hear the news by using News mode anyway. That means the response frequency is quite flat and boring to listen to.
Then there’s the Movie mode. I personally find the Movie mode is the most balanced mode for both movies and music listening, actually. Highs, mids, and lows are balanced – which made it pretty much the go-to mode for me.
Last but certainly not the least, is the 3D mode. This is something funky, as it warps the sound it produces in a way that it feels like the sound is projected much farther away than it should have. It sounds like the entire soundstage was morphed as everything now sounds further from you, yet lumped together.
Using the Edifier CineSound B1
I have to say, the Edifier CineSound B1 is actually pretty easy to use. I just hooked it up, turned it on and started playing music in in-line audio mode. Right after that, I took the remote and explored around all 3 modes. Right away, I’ve settled in for Movie mode.
The buttons on the far right-hand side of the Edifier CineSound B1 is accessible and intuitive, too.

Listening test
So the biggest question is – how does the Edifier CineSound B1 sound? Quite good, depending on what type of music you’re listening to. As mentioned before, the Edifier CineSound B1 does not have a dedicated subwoofer, so thumping bass wouldn’t be present here.
Even Edifier has rated the Edifier CineSound B1’s frequency response to be in the range of 70Hz to 20kHz.
With that said, the sound that this soundbar produces is actually pretty good. Vocals, mids, and highs are particularly clear. Maybe this is thanks to Edifier’s choice to use their Eagle Eye tweeters. The sound it produces within that frequency range is very clear, partly thanks to its high signal-to-noise ratio of at least 85dBa. That said, I can’t hear any distortion from the Edifier CineSound B1 at high volumes!
I’ve mainly enjoyed all genres of music on the Edifier CineSound B1 – particularly on orchestral music. The mids and highs are perfect for waltz music. Bassy music such as electronic or EDM is a little lacking in bass, since it doesn’t have a subwoofer to begin with.
While using 3D mode, the sound it produces can actually be projected very far and can go up to very high volumes. Sure, it might sound a little weird but at faraway distances, everything just sounds like it’s coming from a mono speaker anyway.
Wrapping up the Edifier CineSound B1 review
So what can I say about the Edifier CineSound B1 overall? It’s a sleek soundbar that has great mids and highs. There is no thumping bass as it doesn’t have a subwoofer. Feature-wise, it’s pretty basic when it comes to connectivity. The 3 modes that it has? I’ll personally only use 3D mode and Movie mode.
Let’s not forget it has a built-in bracket that you can use to wall-mount the Edifier CineSound B1 once you get it out of the box.
The only downside? I’d say is the subwoofer port. Seriously, it’s not simple to find a subwoofer with that port.
What’s best is that the Edifier CineSound B1 is now priced at only RM259 over at Lazada. Yes – that’s for real.

Pros

Sleekly designed speaker
Great mids and highs
Fantastic price

Cons

Difficult to find compatible external subwoofer

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ASUS announces new ZenBooks and refreshes with Intel’s 11th Gen chips

ASUS announced a large number of laptops and all of them have the new Intel 11th Gen Intel Core processor in them. One of these new laptops is also the first laptop to be verified as Intel Evo Platform Design. And yet, within this list of new announcements, not all of them are using the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processor in them a little weird, for sure.
We have a lot of different laptops here – so let’s get going.

ASUS ZenBook Flip S (UX371)
This is ASUS’s latest entry into the convertible laptop. The ZenBook Flip S is a rather tiny laptop and at just 13.9mm thin while weighing only 1.2kg. It comes with a 4K OLED screen with Pantone validation with 100% DCI-P3 cover gamut coverage. Since it is using OLED, it also certified for VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black. As a bonus, it also supports the new ASUS Pen active stylus with 4096 pressure levels.

This ZenBook Flip S can be configured with up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, up to 16GB RAM, and up to 1TB NVMe SSD. Like many 11th Gen Intel laptops, it also has two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
ASUS ZenBook Flip 13 (UX363)
This is another convertible laptop by ASUS, but with a more modest list of hardware. It’s still 13.9mm thin and only 1.3kg, yet packs a 67Wh battery. It doesn’t have Thunderbolt 4, though.
Still, it comes with a 1080p OLED touchscreen with ASUS Pen compatibility.
It is also configurable to up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics and 16GB of RAM.
ASUS ZenBook Flip 15 (UX564)
For a larger variant, we have the ZenBook Flip 15. It packs a 4K OLED screen with Pantone validation and also 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, all of that good stuff – alongside the ASUS Pen stylus compatibility too.
It also has Thunderbolt 4 port, and can be configured to up an 11th Gen Intel Core processor and coupled with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti.
ASUS ZenBook S (UX393)
For an ultraportable option, we have the ZenBook S. It is a 13.9-inch laptop with a 3:2 aspect ratio screen with a resolution of 3300×2200 touchscreen, and it is also Pantone validated. It is 15.7mm thin and weighs 1.35kg.

It is packed with an 11th Gen Intel Core processor and can go up to 16GB RAM with 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD, and it also has Thunderbolt 3 ports.
ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX435EA/EG)
Introducing the ZenBook 14. We reviewed a similar-looking laptop not too long ago. One big difference is the presence of a ScreenPad.

Now, the new ZenBook 14 comes with up to 11th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics (UX435EA) or NVIDIA GeForce MX450 discrete graphics (UX435EG).
Other than that, it’s pretty much the same except for the Thunderbolt 4 ports and it now also has an audio jack!
ASUS ZenBook 14 Ultralight (UX435EAL/EGL)
ASUS is defining what it means to be “ultralight” as it only weighs in at 980g. The ZenBook 14 Ultralight comes with up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics (UX435EAL) or NVIDIA GeForce MX450 discrete graphics (UX435EGL). This is going to be a really powerful yet lightweight laptop.
ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400)
We reviewed the ExpertBook B9450 not long ago, and that laptop surprised the heck out of me with its impossibly long battery life. Now, we ASUS has updated the B9 series with the new B9400. Not sure why the number decreased, but the specs are newer.

The new ExpertBook B9400 comes with up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, dual SSDs in either RAID 0 or RAID 1, and also AI noise-canceling audio for better calls.
One innovative new “feature” here is that the ASUS ExpertBook B9400’s box can be reused as a laptop stand.

ASUS ZenBook 13/14 (UX325/UX425)
We reviewed this laptop not too long ago and it’s already getting a refresh now.

The new ZenBook 13 (UX325) and ZenBook 14 (UX425) now sporting Thunderbolt 4 ports and still remain to be the world’s thinnest 13-inch and 14-inch laptops.
They can be configured up to an 11th Gen Intel Core processor with up to 32GB RAM and up to 1TB SSDs
ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535) with 10th Gen Intel Core processor
This is the one and only laptop within this announcement to be using the 10th Gen Intel Core processor. It is meant to be for content creators and it sports a 15.6-inch 4K OLED touchscreen with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.

To drive all of the pixels, it can be configured with either a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 or Core i5 H-series processor with 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti, and 1TB NVMe SSD.

For all I can say, that’s a long list of laptops announced for just one event. Either way, I’m very excited to test out these laptops powered by the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors. Tiger Lake seems promising, at least on paper.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 arrives at RM1,099

Samsung Electronics Malaysia has finally announced the arrival of the brand new Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 and has the starting price of RM1,099. There are a few upgrades from the previous generation too.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 was first announced during the UNPACKED event alongside the Galaxy Note10 series of smartphones. It takes on a very similar design language and geometry as the predecessor, making it suitable as a watch and also a fitness band because of the features that it offers.

The Galaxy Watch Active 2, just like its predecessor, is made to provide real-time form and fitness coaching while assisting the user to get up and move around frequently. Since I am personally using a Galaxy Watch Active (the first generation), it is actually quite interesting so know how fast time flies while I’m sitting still on the chair.
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 also has faster health sensors to take readings faster, and has a total of more than 39 different workouts to choose from. Out of those 39 different workouts, 7 of them are automatically activated when it detects.
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is also able to track your sleep pattern. It now also has enhanced sleep analysis algorithms to provide data and assist in improving the user’s sleep pattern.

Other than that, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 is obviously a smartwatch on its own – and it is able to show notifications too. You can send emojis or reply to your messages through the watch itself. The Galaxy Watch Active 2 also supports real-time speech to text translations in over 16 different languages.
There are also a lot of apps made for the Galaxy Watch Active 2 itself – like Spotify. Since the watch does have internal storage, you can download songs in the watch for offline listening through Bluetooth audio devices. For me personally, I found out a way to install Google Assistant onto the Galaxy Watch Active 2 and use it with my smart lights. I can tell the watch to turn off lights – how cool is that?

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 comes in a few different variants too. It is available in two different sizes – 44mm and 40mm in diameters, and in two different styles – lightweight aluminium with FKM (fluoroelastomer) band, or premium solid stainless steel with a leather strap. Of course, you can change to whatever strap or watch face you like.
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is available now. You can click here to learn more.

Product
Case/Design
Size
Case Colour
Strap Colour
RRP

Galaxy Watch Active 2
Stainless Steel
44mm
Black
Leather, Black
RM1,399

Gold
Leather, Brown

40mm
Black
Leather, Black
RM1,299

Gold
Leather, Pink

Under Armour
44mm
Aluminium Black
Fluoroelastomer (FKM), Black
RM1,199

40mm
Aluminium Black
Fluoroelastomer (FKM), Black
RM1,099

Aluminium
44mm
Aqua Black
Fluoroelastomer (FKM), Aqua Black
RM1,099

Pink Gold
Fluoroelastomer (FKM), Pink Gold

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Retail IoT and Payment Seminar happens this 17th August in Penang

The future is converging – specifically the internet, mobile, and appliances, maybe even some accessories, lies in an entirely new field of in the world called Internet of Things, or IoT for short. Though the name leads you nowhere, but together with some friends, we did a lengthy discussion on what IoT can do.

Here is how you can jump into the IoT market as soon as possible – attend the Retail IoT and Payment Seminar organized by Digital Lifestyle (DLM) & Society, MCMC, this 17th August 2015 at Ixora Hotel Prai, Penang. The time will be from 8.30am until 5.30pm.
The event is free, and you can reserve your seat right here!

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Lumia 520 and Lumia 720 coming soon to Malaysia!

According to HardwareZone Malaysia, both Lumia will enter Malaysia end of this month. The device is priced at RM 599 for Lumia 520 and RM 999 for Lumia 720. To be honest the price is quite competitive for an entry level smartphone.
Are you moved by the price? Let us know!
Thanks Shaun and Ee Rick for the tip.
Source: HardwareZone Malaysia

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Samsung Malaysia’s AgenZy marketing team of influencers brings the Galaxy ecosystem to life through remarkable projects

Marketing jobs aren’t easy. From exhausting work hours to brainstorming sessions, the position requires exceptional performances in both physical and mental aspects.

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HyperX Announces Pulsefire FPS Pro RGB Gaming Mouse

HyperX has been making great headphones and even the keyboard is actually pretty good. We reviewed the HyperX FPS Alloy Pro here, and our partner reviewed the FPS Alloy here. And now, they’re announcing their new addition to the lineup of gaming mouse – the HyperX Pulsefire FPS Pro.
The HyperX Pulsefire FPS Pro RGB gaming mouse features Pixart 3389 sensor for accurate tracking and utilizes premium Omron switches with 20M click durability, six programmable buttons, and on-board memory to save up to three custom profiles through HyperX NGenuity software.

Pulsefire FPS Pro provides three DPI presets – the commonly used 800, then 1600, and 3200 DPI – which can be cycled with the touch of a button. The mouse includes customizable native DPI settings that supports up to 16,000 DPI and on-board memory for customizable lighting and effects with up to three profiles. HyperX NGenuity software offers LED lighting and RGB customization of the mouse wheel and HyperX logo. In addition, NGenuity advanced tools include personalized sensor performance, macros and DPI settings.

The HyperX Pulsefire FPS Pro RGB is built with an ergonomic, lightweight design suitable for either palm or claw grip users. The non-slip side grips offer secure handling and the optimal weight distribution of only 95 grams is ideal for rapid movement. Pulsefire FPS Pro also features a flexible braided cable and large mouse skates for a smooth glide effect.
 HyperX is excited to expand our line of HyperX accessories with the new Pulsefire FPS Pro RGB gaming mouse. Our goal was to complement the HyperX suite of gaming peripherals, offering a combination of performance and customization for professional and enthusiast gamers alike. The Pulsefire FPS Pro meets performance needs and has a comfortable design for hours of gaming.
– HyperX
The new HyperX Pulsefire FPS Pro RGB gaming mouse will be available in Malaysia starting 17th August 2018 with a RRP of RM249 at Shopee, All IT, C Zone and others. It is backed by a limited two-year warranty and HyperX support.

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Computex 2018: VAIO Makes A Return

For those who loved the Sony VAIO series of laptops a few years ago, rejoice! They’re not back but under a different company called Nexstgo. Nexstgo also owns the company called Avita, which we covered its launch not too long ago here.

Now, Nexstgo acquired the VAIO license and will be making it available in Asia region. The agreement is that Nexstgo and the Japan-based VAIO Corporation will include manufacturing, sales and marketing as well as servicing of VAIO laptops under the VAIO
trademark in the Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan markets.

Nexstgo is launching the VAIO S11 and S13 – both are surprisingly thin, light, and tiny laptops. Both these laptops pack up to an 8th generation Intel Core i7-Y processor with Intel’s integrated graphics. Both these laptops also have SD card reader and a fingerprint scanner embedded on the trackpad.
Familiar hinge design…
The VAIO S11 has a 11.6-inch 1080p IPS screen and weighs approximately 0.85kg. The VAIO S13 has a 13.3-inch 1080p IPS screen and weighs approximately 1.07kg.

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Thunderobot Announces 911 Air Slim & Light Gaming Laptop

Thunderobot, the still relatively new player in the realm of gaming laptops here in Malaysia, just announced their new 911 Air gaming laptop. It’s a laptop meant to be for the the masses, and from what we’ve seen for the ST Plus that we reviewed here, they struck a pretty good balance between weight and performance.

The brand new 911 Air will be packed with Intel’s 8th Gen Core i7 processor, paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti GPU.
THUNDEROBOT is excited to launch the 911 Air equipped with the latest technology from Intel” says Darya Wang, Director of Marketing, THUNDEROBOT. “The new 911 Air allows gamers to not break the bank when looking for a powerful gaming device that they can bring wherever they go. We see that portable gaming laptops generally have a higher cost to the consumer. Since PC gamers have the option of only either bulky gaming laptops or expensive portable ones, we wanted to solve that problem with the 911 Air and provide gamers with an option that is budget-friendly.
Li Yan Bing, CTO/Vice President, THUNDEROBOT.
The new Thunderobot 911 Air has a lightweight body which weighs at only 2kg. It features the Intel Core i7-8750H and NVIDIA GTX 1050Ti, working alongside with an NVMe SSD and up to 32GB of RAM. It’s pretty powerful on paper for sure.

Just like many other laptops out there, the Thunderobot 911 Air comes with a 1080p IPS monitor with 6mm ultra-thin bezel and 82% screen-to-body to match.
The 911 Air offers a hairline brushed steel design and bears the newly redesigned and simplified TR logo that sits on the top corner of the chassis.

The typing experience on the 911 Air is much quieter due to its scissor keys with an x-structure mechanism. This is made possible due to its low actuation point or “short travel” for the key switches.
The Thunderobot 911 Air is available in Malaysia starting at RM4,799. You can find it at one of the appointed retailers or even at Lazada today.

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Loads of goodies are waiting for you in the Samsung Week sales because it is their 53rd year of innovation

Samsung Malaysia is officially stepping into its 53rd year of innovation and they are celebrating it with you by announcing the Samsung Week sales campaign.

Before the news of the sale, here’s something a little bit different. Samsung Malaysia will now introduce a little guarantee program to those who are living in the East Malaysia side, particularly Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, and Serian where buyers can place their order on the official Samsung website and receive the product within 3 working days!
And yes, the service is live together with the Samsung Week sales so spend happily!
Anyway, here’s what you can snag during the campaign.
Do note that these are the hot items on the home page and we might have missed some by accident so here they are.
Smartphones and Tablet

Product

Promo Price

Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G (8GB+128GB)

RM4,699

Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G (12GB+256GB)

RM5,099

Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G (12GB+512GB)

RM5,499

Galaxy Z Flip4 Bespoke Edition (8GB+256GB)

RM4,199

Galaxy A23 5G (8GB+128GB)

RM1,199

Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G (8GB+256GB)

RM4,599

Monitors

Product

Promo Price

Curved Monitor CF390 with Super Slim and Sleek Design (24-inch)

RM459

Curved Monitor CF390 with Super Slim and Sleek Design (27-inch)

RM599

Smart Monitor – M5 White (27-inch)

RM1,588

Smart Monitor – M5 White (32-inch)

RM1,388

Smart Monitor – M7 Black (43-inch)

RM2,488

Odyssey G9 NEO (49-inch)

RM6,999

Projector and TVs

Product

Promo Price

The Freestyle

RM4,499

Crystal UHD BU8100 (43-inch)

RM1,959

Crystal UHD BU8100 (70-inch)

RM4,899

Q63B QLED 4K Smart TV (2022) (50-inch)

RM3,529

Q63B QLED 4K Smart TV (2022) (55-inch)

RM3,919

Q63B QLED 4K Smart TV (2022) (65-inch)

RM4,799

Q63B QLED 4K Smart TV (2022) (75-inch)

RM8,229

Soundbars

Product

Promo Price

Lifestyle Soundbar HW-S60B

RM1,269

Q-Series Soundbar HW-Q600B

RM1,619

Q-Series Soundbar HW-Q800B

RM2,549

T-Series Soundbar HW-T420

RM539

Home Appliances

Product

Promo Price

Front Load Washer Dryer with AI Ecobubble, 21KG Wash & 12KG Dry

RM6,599

Top Load Washer with Wobble Technology, 13KG

RM2,079

Side by Side with Family Hub, 660L

RM7,999

Side by Side with Food Showcase 617L

RM5,999

BESPOKE Bottom Mount Refrigerator 339L (Glam White with Bottom Glam Navy)

RM5,299

Solo Microwave Oven with Quick Defrost, 32L

RM379

BESPOKE Cube Air Purifier, 53m2

RM3,199

BESPOKE AirDresser

RM7,599

BESPOKE Jet Premium, up to 210W

RM3,699

Jet 60 pet up to 150W

RM1,399

You may also earn 2x Samsung Rewards Points when purchasing either the Galaxy Z Fold4 or Z Flip4 or spend less since accessories are having discounts as high as 50%.
All of these are currently live on the Samsung website.

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Shopify launched in Malaysia

Have you ever experienced selling things online before? In Malaysia, you have two solid choices to launch your own store online – go on Lowyat forums and head on to the garage sales section to get started, or pretty much do everything on a Facebook page. Let’s face it – those two services are not meant to do what you wanted it to do, and it’s quite hard to handle.

Shopify is a e-commerce and m-commerce solution for business owners who want to have an online store set up easily and managed in a hassle-free way. Everything will be done online, and you need minimal amount of paperwork to be done by yourself! Check out the video to get an overview of what Shopify is about.

Sell your clothes, designs, accessories – just anything –  with Shopify Malaysia as it has integrated iPay88 to enable payments to be accepted in currencies other than Ringgit Malaysia, and also partnered with courier services to ensure that your products reach to the customers as soon as possible.
Shopify also has a mobile app to let you look at everything on their iPhone app so that you can manage it on the go too. As for now, Shopify is offering a free 14-day trial with no strings attached, and you get to choose one of the four plans laid out below :
Shopify is also offering a promotion where you get 10% off when you sign up for a one-year plan now!
Also, watch this video to see how Shopify already helped one local online business to grow, called Whimsigirl.

Visit Shopify’s website here for more information and test it out for yourself!

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Angry Birds cartoon coming to devices on March 16th & 17th

Just when you think the hype of the most viral game in the history of mobile gaming – topping download charts from iOS to Android for months – is fading, Rovio announces that Angry Birds Toons are coming to your smart device.

Rovio is always going to air their all of the 52 episodes of Angry Bird Toons, debuting in Australia, Indonesia, Korea, Finland, Brazil, Norway and also “on select video-on-demand channel providers, Smart TVs and connected devices.” I’m guessing that Samsung is already one of them since they have a TV with a Kinect-like feature to play Angry Birds on it.
It is not sure if Angry Birds Toons will make it to Astro but Rovio is providing it free for downloading via a new update for their Angry Birds app on your devices to “unlock the new channel button in the game homescreen on March 17th.”.
Via : Mobile SyrupSource : Rovio Toons

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Comparison of ZenFone 2 variants and prices

The hype is real – ASUS’s latest ZenFone 2 is amazing, and the community knows it. It’s beautiful, nice to hold, and certainly is nothing short of incredible in terms of specs. We even got to play with the ZE551ML during the regional launch in Jakarta a while back.

Messing around with it a while made me realize there are 5 features which I instantly fell in love with, but I mentioned that I played with the ZE551ML variant, specifically the one with 4GB RAM.
ASUS will also be having a local event on 9th May at KL Live to show off the brand new ZenFone 2 to everyone!
It’s a whole lot of confusion, but our friends at MDroid got an exclusive look at all the variants ASUS Malaysia will be bringing in, and also has a complete price list.
What we’ve done is a table to compare all of the ZenFone 2 variants stated in that exclusive look.
Click to view in full size!
Let’s wait until 9th of May for all the details to be confirmed!
Till then, stay tuned to our Facebook page for new updates!

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Logitech G supports Malaysian eSports!

In a really short summary, Logitech will be sponsoring Malaysia’s professional League of Legends team Kuala Lumpur Hunters, or KL Hunters for short. Obviously, there’s more than just sponsoring  KL Hunters.
The eSports field in Malaysia is actually flourishing – and KL Hunters showed that they’re actually pretty good with League of Legends, as they are in the top 100 spots worldwide, and 12th in the Southeast Asian ladder.

Logitech G is sponsoring the KL Hunters because they obviously see potential in them – and I do too.

“We spend 12 hours a day practicing and refining our skills so that we can compete in the upcoming Garena Premier League Summer of Season in August”
-Poon “OzoraVeki” Kok Sing

Seriously not too shabby. We even witnessed a game of LoL between the entire team too.

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Nokia Normandy is on Android; might never be on market

Let’s face it – Nokia running the Android operating system is what we’ve all been longing for since the birth of the Droid army. Sadly, Nokia wasn’t keen about Android and eventually suffered a great market loss, which Microsoft then paid up “more than $1b” to Nokia as a form of partnership that conceived the Lumia series that we have today.
Nokia running Android is the dream that we all have in common, and leaked news stated that a device codenamed Normandy is actually Nokia’s answer to that dream – though not what we’re all dreaming of. It’s an Asha-based Nokia phone – that is the lowest of low end phones from Nokia’s touch screen devices – and not the all-high-end Lumia variant with its amazing camera. It might be that Nokia is just releasing the Normandy to test the waters, but I’m sure that Nokia won’t be able to sample the true potential of the Android-Lumia potential with just its Android-Asha phones.

That aside, it might never even be on market thanks to Nokia’s controversial Mr. Stephen Elop that literally sold Nokia entirely to Microsoft – including the Asha product line – while benefiting himself to become the potential CEO, replacing Steve Ballmer.
All the above are rumours if not speculation, so take it with a pinch of salt, though the speculation is near accurate in this case. Seriously, who doesn’t want the Lumia camera on an Android smartphone?
Via : GSM Arena

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New OPPO A98 5G with 67W SuperVOOC enters Malaysia at RM1,399; Preorder and get Band+TWS+Warranty Extension for free

OPPO Malaysia has officially revealed and kicked off the new budget series smartphone, the OPPO A98 5G.

As part of the plan to trickle down technologies that are once deemed premium, the A98 5G is the embodiment of that. With a high refresh rate screen and 67W SuperVOOC, it is the first-ever device created by OPPO to have that combo in this price range.
Although not designed for power users, the A98 has one simple mission – to deliver a smooth and nice experience to casual users without breaking the bank.
Here’s the spec sheet for the phone.

6.7-inch IPS LCD Display

1080p Resolution
Middle Punch Hole Notch
120Hz Refresh Rate

Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Chipset
8GB RAM
256GB Storage
Triple Rear Camera

Main: 64MP f/1.8 with PDAF
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Depth Sensor

32MP Selfie Camera
5,000mAh Battery

67W Fast Charge

Cool Black, Dreamy Blue Colors

Price and Preorder Bonus
The OPPO A98 can be preordered starting right now from today May 15 until May 18 which is 4 days only.
As a reward for early birds, there will be an OPPO Band + TWS + Extended Warranty given to everyone for free.
Preorders are live at all My OPPO Space, Brand Stores, and the official online store.

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[Infographic] Take your productivity to the next level with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G

It suffices to say foldable smartphones are one of the tech storms capable of revamping one’s work patterns through flexible access to screen estate. With the last gen’s Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G making quite an entrance and achieving some results, let’s see what how is better this time around with the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G.

With so many points available, let’s just discuss some of the more interesting ones, at least for me.
First up is the transition of SoC choice from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+. Although not Samsung’s fault at hand, the 888 chipset runs like a toaster and is just damn bad at the efficiency scale. So at the very least, using Qualcomm’s 2022 best offering could remedy this problem to an acceptable degree.
Another perspective to take on is the improvements on the rear camera. The Z Fold3 5G’s setup is one of the “proper” complaints I have towards Samsung for using a tier of sensors unfitting for an innovative device.
But with the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G, the 50MP + 12MP + 10MP sounds great to me, at least on paper. Actual results will require the review unit to arrive in the office for me to take a spin with it.
Also, I don’t really know why Samsung decides to make a 1TB storage model here. Aside from using the phone as an external hard drive and perhaps for someone that regularly shoots 4K videos for work purpose, how does one utilizes that much flash storage?
Oh, and the 25W fast charge. Finally. The most welcomed thing in this fast-paced lifestyle of 2022.
If you need some live footage about the device, check out the video below.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G is now available for preorder on Samsung’s official website.

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Lazada will start verify genuine pharmaceutical vendors thanks to latest collaboration with Malaysian Pharmacists Society

Lazada Malaysia has managed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malaysian Pharmacists Society in order to enable vendors of the health and pharmaceutical sector to operate digitally as well as in a physical lot.

Took place during an official ceremony held on May 25, the multi-year e-commerce experience on top of the surge of online shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic period has shown that buyers often look towards any sign of official recognition/badges/ certificates in order to identify the authenticity of the products they are going to buy.
Although the phenomenon can be found in literally any category of offerings, it is especially valuable in the health and pharmaceutical market since it directly involves physical well-being and it is no joke if anything involving placebos and counterfeiting is found.
So, in order to give customers more confidence to shop for these products on Lazada, the platform will now start marking online pharmacies with the ‘MPS Verified Certification’ badge. By doing this, the overall awareness of shopping for genuine products can be raised while general sales figures can be increased indirectly as well.
Well, I definitely appreciate the certification so that the pills and supplements I take daily are coming from verified merchants.

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Finally! Blood pressure monitoring is now available on Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series

Samsung Malaysia – you sneaky. During the Chinese New Year celebration period last week, Samsung dropped an update on the 25th of January, enabling blood pressure monitoring via the Samsung Health app. This is a feature that I have been asking since 2 years ago, and it is finally available now.
As we know it, hypertension is an issue that many of us face but are not aware of it – hence upholding the name as the “silent killer”. Even if diagnosed with hypertension, constant monitoring is needed for early detection of anything wrong. That is why we have been demanding Samsung to release the ECG feature ASAP.

And that day has come. Samsung just launched the blood pressure and electrocardiogram (ECG) tracking features for the Galaxy Watch5 series on 25th January 2023.
Of course, this is complementary more than a replacement for a doctor’s visit. Samsung has specifically stated that this is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment.
Also, remember to update your Galaxy Watch5 or Watch5 Pro to the latest version to use this feature. I just got my update this morning.

Also, remember to download the Samsung Health Monitor app here! It’s a separate app from the Samsung Health app made specifically for the Blood Pressure and ECG monitoring.
Using the Galaxy Watch to measure your blood pressure
The blood pressure monitoring is pretty straightforward in terms of how it works. It measures the pressure when the heart pumps and relaxes and then reads out the pressure level, thanks to the Photoplethysmogram (PPG) inside the watch. Then, you’ll get the systolic and diastolic pressure readings and also your heart rate.
All the data will be recorded in the Samsung Health Monitor Blood Pressure app for your review later.
Here are the steps on how to use the app:

Set up Samsung Health Monitor[6] on your Galaxy Watch and Galaxy smartphone.
Calibrate your Galaxy Watch based on the instructions on the Samsung Health Monitor app.
Wear your Galaxy Watch on the same wrist* as during the calibration and make sure the strap is snug, then measure your blood pressure.
Review your blood pressure measurements.

Samsung also shared some information on how to use the Blood Pressure app here.
Take an ECG reading with your Galaxy Watch
Other than your blood pressure, your heart’s rhythm should also be consistent. Hence, this ECG – also known as the electrocardiogram – is able to help with that.
Here are the steps on how to use the ECG feature:

Pair your Galaxy Watch with the Galaxy smartphone.
Wear the Galaxy Watch snugly on your wrist.
Open the Samsung Health Monitor app on your Galaxy Watch.
To take an ECG reading, rest your fingertip of the opposite hand lightly on the Galaxy Watch’s top button for 30 seconds.
The ECG data is synced to the paired Galaxy smartphone where a PDF report is created.

Here are some things you need to know before using the ECG app.
Ensuring optimal performance
You’ll need to follow these important, detailed instructions on how to set up and calibrate your Galaxy Watch, Galaxy smartphone, and Samsung Health Monitor app. Here is the guide on how to do it.

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List of Xiaomi items going on sale during Lazada Birthday Sales on March 27 revealed

Xiaomi has finally revealed the full range of items that are going to go on sale during Lazada’s Birthday Sale on March 27.

Being the most popular brand for budget yet decent electrical appliances and smart devices, Xiaomi’s deals can go even lower than you think when the time is right and that day also marks the release for the POCO F3 so grab it fast as the promo price only lasts for that 24 hours!
Here’s the full list of eligible items for discounts. Simply click on them for easy bookmarking on your side.

Item

Promo Price (RM)

POCO F3 (6GB+128GB)

1299

POCO F3 (8GB+256GB)

1499

POCO M3 (4GB+64GB)

499

POCO M3 (4GB+128GB)

549

POCO X3 NFC (6GB+64GB)

699

POCO X3 NFC (6GB+128GB)

899

Redmi 9A

299

Redmi 9C

339

Redmi Note 9

399

Redmi Note 10

649

Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2

79

Mi Ionic Hair Dryer

125

Mi Smart Band 5

99

Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop Essential

549

Mi TV Stick

123

Mi Body Composition Scale 2

79

Mi Wi-Fi Range Extender Pro

35

Mi In-ear Headphones

9.90

Mi Casual Daypack

9.90

Mi City Sling Bag

39

Mi Smart Speaker

189

Mi Urban Backpack

119

Mi Watch Lite

209

Xiaomi’s products especially smartphones are notoriously known for the hard difficulty in securing one during big sales events as too many people want a piece of these high-value items so if needed, clear out your carts so you only have the items you need and check out immediately with your reflex.

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10th gen Intel CPU equipped HUAWEI MateBook D14 now available at RM3,399

Stepping off the success of the AMD version of the Huawei MateBook D14, the company has announced the Intel version today for fellow Team Blue fans so that everyone could have a dilemma when buying their next laptop.

Here’s a quick rundown of the laptop itself.

CPU: 10th gen Intel Core i5-10210U
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX250
RAM: 8GB DDR4 2400MHz
Storage: 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD
Display: 14-inch IPS
Battery: 56Wh
Ports: 1x USB-C, 1x USB 3.0-A, 1x USB 2.0-A, 1x HDMI
Fingerprint Reader @ Power Button

Buyers can find this new notebook on sale for RM3,399 with a free Huawei Bluetooth Mouse worth up to RM249 included. Clicking the link here will bring you to the product page.
Quick thoughts on this though, with 11th gen Intel SoCs-equipped notebooks being available RIGHT NOW, I don’t see it is reasonable for this price tag to be slapped onto the device.
Some of the newer laptops are equipped with the new 11th Gen Intel SoC with the newer NVIDIA’s GeForce MX350 or even the latest MX450 too!
And the 8GB RAM is not going to last if you’re looking to future-proof your next purchase. In my opinion, either the SoC is 11th gen (which is quite impossible for a readily available SKU) or this thing gets a big price slash a couple of months later, or else it won’t be able to compete with other brands, straight up.
We have also reviewed many other laptops that are equipped with the latest 11th Gen Intel SoC, by the way. Check them out here.

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Pre-order the Garmin Approach S62 and get RM259 worth of gifts

The Approach series smartwatches by Garmin is the de facto model for those who favor golf sports on a basis. From the budget S10 to the premium ones like S60, one can find the most suitable and feature-packed device according to their needs.
Today, the premium level is getting another kick up as the Garmin Approach S62 is announced at a price of RM2,399. Whew, that’s an RM500 bump from the previous S60. Let’s see what it’s got in store.

Garmin Approach S62 – Smart caddie on the go

First off, the touchscreen gets a 17% upgrade, now measuring at 1.3-inches which has anti-glare for all-day outdoor usage and it has better colors and clarity compared to the S60 which is critical to display every knit and nook precisely. The bezel is built with a scratch-resistant ceramic to withstand all the heavy swingings you could pull off or daily wear and tear too.
With the available 41,000 courses mapped, the watch utilizes PinPointer feature to track the swing and pinpoint the pin exactly if golfers are running blind shot trials. Meanwhile, the PlaysLike Distance will calculate and compensate uphills and downhills with Hazard View showing obstacles to avoid along the course.
Thanks to the Green View feature, the watch will display each green’s true shape and drag-and-dropping the pin is made for golfers for better yardage accuracy no matter where they are within the course. Additionally, shots can be detected and recorded with the AutoShot function that can be paired with the Approach CT10 sensors if you wish to.

You thought the S62 is only for golfers on a premium price tag? Fear not. The wrist-based heart rate monitoring is there to display the intensity of a user’s fitness activities and the renowned Pulse Ox sensor is fitted as well, estimating blood oxygen saturation levels on the go. Standard smartwatch functions such as to receive e-mails, texts, and alerts right on the display of the watch makes it befitting daily lifestyle and sports altogether. The battery also gets a bump to 20 hours in GPS mode and 2 weeks in smartwatch mode.
The Garmin Golf app will support the S62 similarly with the S10 through Garmin Connect where stats such as handicap index, fairway, hit or miss percentage and much more are calculated to better reflect recommendations on future trials.
Don’t like the way it is? Then just swap out the Quickfit bands of other materials or colors to match your likings. Changing the watch face, apps and widgets are also as simple as visiting the Connect IQ store and downloading them.
Pre-orders are exclusively accessible through MST Golf nationwide until the 30th of April. Place your orders through email: [email protected] with details about your name, contact number and lastly, location of the store for item collection. Once the MCO (Movement Control Order) is lifted, the stores can be found through the online map and RM259 worth of freebies are entitled to every pre-order made successfully.
Find out all about the Garmin Approach S62, click here.

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Xiaomi Mi 4 gets two budget-friendly versions

It seems like even now, the giant of unbelievably low priced smartphones are doing their magic again! Their already-low-priced flagship device, the Xiaomi Mi 4, is getting two more variants which costs even lesser than the original flagship.

According to the source, there will be a Mi 4 3G and another 4G version that costs 1599 Yuan and 1799 quan respectively. That translates to RM856.45 and RM963.58 respectively – about few hundred ringgits cheaper than the original Mi 4, which costs 1999 Yuan – that is RM1070.70.
The main difference we know between the low-priced version now is only the RAM, where the original Mi 4 packs an intensive 3GB of RAM whereas the low-priced version only has 2GB instead. Another difference is the front-facing camera, which is downgraded to 5MP instead of the original 8MP. Other specs seems to be the same, but that remains to be seen.
This is however only a rumour, and details are not confirmed as of now. Do remain on your seats and not to get excited over this rumour, as we’ll keep you updated on any news about the two low-priced Mi 4 variants.
Source : Oizoizoi

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Graphene Camera Sensors 1000 Times More Sensitive To Light

A team of scientists at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore developed a new image sensor made of graphene that improved the quality of images captured in low light conditions.

Based on Science Daily, the new sensor made from graphene is believed to be the first sensor able to detect a broad spectrum of light – from the visible to mid-infrared, with high photoresponse or sensitivity – which mean it is suitable for use in all types of cameras, including infrared cameras, traffic speed cameras, satellite imaging etc.
It has also proven that graphene is  1,000 times more sensitive to light than traditional complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) or charge-coupled device (CCD) camera sensors. In addition, graphene sensors operate at a much lower voltages levels and consumes 10 times less energy. When graphene sensors are mass produced, they believe that it will reduce the cost by at least five times.
The inventor of the graphene sensor, Assistant Professor Wang Qijie, from NTU’s School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, said:
While designing this sensor, we have kept current manufacturing practices in mind. This means the industry can in principle continue producing camera sensors using the CMOS (complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor) process, which is the prevailing technology used by the majority of factories in the electronics industry. Therefore manufacturers can easily replace the current base material of photo sensors with our new nano-structured graphene material.”
Low voltage, low energy and cheap, with this I believe that graphene will lead us to buy cheaper cameras with a longer lasting battery life in the future. And graphene still has many undiscovered potential – it only gets better!
Via : Science Daily

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[UPDATED] U Mobile Roasts All Major Telcos

If you’re interested in what U Mobile has in stores for all the other telcos, then look no further. They uploaded 3 new U Mobile roasts videos not too long ago. All of these videos however, are some really fantastic roasts on all the other telcos.
It just seem like U Mobile says we don’t care anymore, and made these 3 videos.

They roasted all 3 major telcos – Maxis, Celcom, and Digi. The biggest roast of all in my opinion is towards Maxis, reminding us again of all the misdeeds they did this year alone.
Anyway, enough talking – let’s take a look at each of the roasts that U Mobile has uploaded.
Firstly, the roast on Digi.

Secondly, their roast on Celcom. Being a customer of Celcom, I find a lot of truth in what they’re getting roasted for. I mean seriously, who uses Yonder music? Give us Spotify instead!

And thirdly – which I think is the best roast – is for Maxis. I think their roast on Maxis is pretty fair, given the amount of troubles they’ve caused for all their customers this year. Retention plans leaked, and then recently there’s an auto-subscription for iFlix that robbed RM10 from many Maxis customers.

I personally don’t see these roasts as something bad, and I actually wish these telcos would have a comeback some time soon. I’m eager to see what comeback Maxis will bring up though. If Celcom too, scraps Yonder Music entirely and jump on the Spotify bandwagon, I’ll definitely thank them for the U Mobile roasts video series!!!

[UPDATE 14th December 2016]: U Mobile has removed the video without any notice or warning.
U Mobile has deleted the video and it has since been unavailable to be viewed. It might be a move by U Mobile to avoid legal issues. I’m quite sad to see it go actually, as I was expecting some diss track by other telcos.

[UPDATE 14th December 2016]: There was a copy of the video uploaded elsewhere!
The videos above have been updated! Watch them while you can!

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The new Galaxy XCover 5 by Samsung is the latest durable smartphone they have made to date

We all know that smartphones are a fragile thing and over the years, brands such as Corning have made breakthroughs that made glass tougher than ever with most big companies such as Samsung applying the solution to the more premium lineups. However, Samsung is tipping the durability scale over to their side by announcing the new Galaxy XCover 5.

Packed with a great load of toughness-related designs, the device is capable of withstanding drops of up to 1.5 meters and 30 minutes of complete water submersion thanks to its IP68 rating. As most professionals wear gloves to protect themselves, the display is tuned with higher sensitivity to accept finger inputs even with a layer of non-conductive material in between them. Internal security is powered by Samsung Knox, the brand’s well-known industrial-level encryption suite to help protect business-critical data meanwhile the side XCover Key button is programmable to launch apps and functions to allow quick access to them. However, you may still contact them to see whether if you can land a deal with the local representatives by clicking here.

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Humble Bundle launches Humble Weekly Sale

This week is the first ever Humble Weekly Sale by the guys over at Humble Bundle! Every week, they will post up an indie game deal which is, as always, DRM-free for Windows, Mac and Linux with only a minimum of $1 donation that goes to the developers, Electronic Frontier Foundation and Child’s Play Charity.

For its first ever Humble Weekly Sale, it is offering the multiple award-winning game, Bastion by Supergiant Games. Check out the trailer of the game below.

The best part is – you get to download its original soundtrack, exclusive digital art, sheet music for you all musicians and even ringtones!  Pay more than $25 and you even get an exclusive bandana, hardcopy of the soundtrack, even postcards of Bastion and Transistor – its upcoming game.
I played this game more than a year ago and I have to say that this game is certainly worth every penny – the soundtrack is excellent, storyline is great, gameplay is simple with the most immersive narration ever.
Check out the Humble Weekly Sale here!

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Meitu Introduces A.I. Painting Robot – Andy, The ArtBot.

Meitu Inc., publisher of the world-renowned photo-editing app Meitu, is dedicated to the pursuit of beauty around the world. For almost 10 years, Meitu has been an innovator of apps that generate 6 billion photos per month globally. Today, Meitu managed to expand its expertise to Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and created its first ever A.I. painting robot – Andy, the ArtBot.

What makes Andy so unique?
Unlike other photo-editing functions that add effects to original photos, Andy breaks up and reconstructs photos, then turns them into paintings within 5 seconds. Its segmentation technique is so humanized that it recognizes humans in photos and is able to take them out from the backgrounds behind them, and turn into a brand new painting.

Undoubtedly, Andy marks the beginning of A.I. in the art industry. As Andy continues to learn, more painting styles created through A.I. will be developed. Andy may not be comparable to any of the great painters like Picasso, Van Gogh, etc., but it will certainly lead a different art trend for the future.
How Andy works?
Firstly, you’ll have to install the Meitu app first. You can get it here. If you don’t already have it on your smartphone, what are you doing on your phone, anyway? ?
Once you’ve installed the Meitu app, launch it and follow the instructions below to get started with the brand new Andy ArtBot!

We here at Nasi Lemak Tech couldn’t resist – I tried the ArtBot myself after I downloaded it, and the result is just incredible! I took a quick selfie in my room with nothing in the background so that I can test Andy’s algorithm in splitting the subject with the background.
All I can say is, the result is stunning. Take a look at a quick picture generated by Andy, the ArtBot here!
I look absolutely gorgeous!
For those who are wondering what’s the original background of the selfie, here it is. The hair isn’t that clean, but that’s okay since my hair is spiky to begin with. Even I can’t comb it down.
I can’t extract the original image without my face being so gorgeous…
Currently, there are a total of 3 different themes of background scenery to choose from. Within these 3 different themes, you can tap on them again to change to other designs. It’s a pretty fun mode, to be honest.

If you want to try out the brand new Andy, the ArtBot on your own selfies, then download the Meitu app here now!

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Acer Day flash sales brings hot products to Pavilion Bukit Jalil at super low prices exclusively on August 7

As we enter the month of August, perhaps you got a little bit of extra cash to spend on something to reward yourself, or maybe you ran into some problems with some broken devices and are in need of a replacement soon. Well, Acer Malaysia is here to give back by offering some of the best deals of 2022 via the Acer Day celebration campaign.
Flash sale of the year for the ultimate value

The main highlight of Acer Day is none other than the limited-time flash sale happening on August 7. Lasting for only 2 hours from 1 PM to 3 PM, the sales venue is set to be at the Pavilion Bukit Jalil and a total of 5 items are listed to bring you as much value for each buck paid. As the stock for these wonderful deals is very limited, do not miss it if you have the money to spend right now.

Items

SRP

Flash Sales Price

Aspire 3 (A314-35-C1E0, A314-35-C3ZU)

RM1,699

RM999

Nitro 5 (AN515-45-R49W)

RM9,199

RM7,699

Predator X28

RM3,699

RM2,499

acerpure cool C1

RM1,299

RM399

Predator Gaming Chair (Blue Accent) LK2341

RM1,299

RM499

Prepared to arrive super early in order to get the closest spots to the store entrance? Then rejoice more as Acer Malaysia will be rewarding the first 100 customers to bestow them with crazy amounts of discounts that can go up to 90% for an Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop or the acerpure Cozy F1 air circulator that removes the smell and airborne dust for you at just RM19.90!

Items

SRP

Special Price

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-45-R9NK)

RM3,799

RM399

Acer Aspire 3 (A315-35-P9D3)

RM1,799

RM199

Acer Aspire C22 (C22-1600-4505W11)

RM1,999

RM599

EI242QRP – 165Hz

RM679

RM299

KA220HQ

RM419

RM99

acerpure Cozy F1

RM599

RM19.9

Acer Thin & Light USB Wireless Mouse

RM99

RM1

Predator Mouse Pad M Size

RM89

RM1

Predator Bomber Jacket

RM299

RM9.90

Predator Reflective Tshirt

RM89

FREE

Predator Snapback Cap

RM8

FREE

Super Brand Day and Trade In Promotion to make your day

Lived too far or doesn’t have time to attend the Acer Day flash sales? No worries as the brand will be hosting a Shopee Super Brand Day sales on August 3 and you can access all sorts of good deals including standard laptops such as the Aspire 3 at RM3,299 and the Aspire Vero at RM2,799 while the rugged Enduro Urban laptop can be acquired at just RM2,399 – all within a few simple clicks within the Shopee app.
Aside from that, vouchers up to RM500 can be obtained here and there while on top of striking deals, buyers can also receive free gifts up to RM567 that will be sent directly to your doorstep and redeemed Touch ’n Go eWallet via this link.
On the other hand, some of you may have stashed some old or unused electronic gadgets in your house so why not bring them along to get up to an RM700 cash rebate so you can get the latest Acer products at a much lower price?
Anything from tablets, laptops, desktops and AIOs are accepted and Acer Malaysia doesn’t care whether they function or not. They are taking in everything they can.
Free gifts up to RM577 can also be redeemed as part of this campaign via the redemption website.
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ASUS Cuts Price For Zenfone Max Plus (M1) & ZenFone 4 Max

It comes to no surprise that ASUS is clearing the stocks of their previous-generation smartphone now. This time around, they’re clearing two smartphone models that were launched last year – the ZenFone Max Plus (M1) codenamed ZB580TL, and also the Zenfone 4 Max codenamed ZC520KL.
We’ve reviewed the Max Plus (M1) and it was deemed as one of the more affordable smartphone with decent specs at that time. As time passes on, the affordability of the phone drops – and ASUS is now readjusting the price to make it affordable again.

For the price of RM499 (previously RM649), you have a smartphone with 4,130mAh battery and true dual SIM with triple slots – two Nano SIM slots and another microSD card slot.

As for the ZenFone 4 Max, it has a 4,100mAh battery and also features the same true dual SIM with two Nano SIM slots and another microSD card slot. And it is available for the price of only RM399 (previously RM499)

So what’s the difference between the two? Firstly, the screen. The Max Plus (M1) has an 18:9 screen. In terms of specs, let’s just say that both aren’t particularly powerful for gaming, but the Max Plus (M1) should be better.
To buy any of the other smartphones that ASUS has, head on over to ASUS’s official LazMall store at Lazada here!

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Samsung CFG70 Curved Quantum Dot Gaming Monitor Arrives in Malaysia

It’s a great day for us gamers here in Malaysia today, as Samsung’s effort to expand into the gaming scene has spread to Malaysia! The Samsung CFG70 combines Samsung’s prominence in display technology, and combine it with what we gamers know and love. PindaPanda approves this monitor too. Here are the details.
Lee Sang Hoon, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics having some fun with the CFG70.
The Samsung CFG70 is a quantum dot display, and it comes in two different variants – a 24-inch and another 27-inch model. Both of these cover 125% of the sRGB spectrum, with a contrast of 3,000:1, together with a cadmium-free design.

Samsung calls the CFG70’s design as “Super Arena”, where it has a 1,800R curvature and a massive 178-degree viewing angle. And let’s talk about that stand and hinge design! It’s just beautiful!
Other than that, the Samsung CFG70 has top-notch specs for a gaming monitor too. It has a quick 1ms response time and 144Hz refresh rate, and even has AMD FreeSync technology over HDMI.

However, not all are rainbows and flowers with the Samsung CFG70, as it has a 16:9 aspect ratio with 1080p resolution with a pretty steep price. The 24-inch model is retailing for RM 1,699, whereas the 27-inch model retails for RM 2,099.
Samsung is generous enough to have a promotion going on now too. Be the first 100 customers to pre-order either sizes of the Samsung CFG70 from now until the 26th of January 2017, and you’ll get free gifts up to RM264.
Click here to head on over to Lazada to pre-order .
Official sales and display at retail outlets start on 27th January 2017 onwards.
Gorgeous!

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