OPPO RENOVATORS Portrait Photography Contest Given a Kickstart in Search of Emerging Artists

OPPO urges young renovators to capture their true emotions, with prizes to be won and content creation collaboration opportunities
Win cash vouchers, new devices, and large cash prizes worth a total of over RM51,000 via the #OPPORenovators Campaign!

Leading global smart device brand OPPO officially launched its OPPO RENOVATORS Portrait Photography contest today. Embodied by OPPO’s brand mission of “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World”, RENOVATORS is a platform built to recruit and highlight passionate individuals who have a knack for creating inspiring visual content, be it in photos or videos. Top creators of the RENOVATORS project will not only be given the spotlight they deserve, but will also be presented with opportunities to co-create with OPPO.

In addition to being a competition for art and technology lovers around the world, OPPO Renovators 2021 also aims to serve as a platform for young creators to boldly imagine the future with art and technology. With the Renovators program rolling out worldwide, OPPO will build an active community through which emerging artists can seek guidance and inspiration from renowned artists, showcase their work on international platforms, and have access to once-in-a-lifetime career opportunities.

In line with the newly-launched OPPO Reno6 Series, the theme for this campaign is emotions. With two categories, the contest is open to both OPPO and non-OPPO users and participants are welcome to submit a portrait depicting their truest emotions.

To participate, simply:

Capture a portrait of your real emotion
Post and share your portrait on your Instagram
Include the hashtags:
#OPPORenovators
#OPPOReno6Z5G
#MYEmotionInPortrait (for the general category)
OR
 #MerdekaInPortrait (for the Merdeka category)
Describe your story behind your emotions in portrait & tag @oppomalaysia in the caption
Submit your Instagram entry link along with your email & contact details on our #OPPORENOVATORS contest microsite to receive the RM100 promo code

Following the submission, all participants are entitled to a RM100 discount code to purchase the Reno6 Z or Reno6.The discount code can be used at the
OPPO Official Online Store
 with the selection of the OPPO2U Delivery Service.

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Apart from that, OPPO will also be giving away amazing prizes to winning submissions. The prizes are as below:

GRAND PRIZE

1st Prize (1 winner): OPPO Reno6
2nd Prize (3 winners): OPPO Reno6 Z
3rd Prize (5 winners): OPPO Enco X
Consolation Prizes (5 winners): OPPO Band
Weekly Winners (2 winners every week): OPPO Enco Air

However, the prizes don’t stop there. Following the completion of the campaign, the top 3 winners from OPPO’s official Instagram and participating media partners will be in the running for the Ultimate Prize that comprises cash prizes and the OPPO RENOVATOR title:

ULTIMATE PRIZE

1st Prize: RM4,000 cash prize + crowned as OPPO RENOVATOR
2nd Prize: RM2,000 cash prize
3rd Prize: RM1,000 cash prize

OPPO has also partnered with Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival (KLPF) for the RENOVATORS portrait photography contest to encourage the local mobile photography community to challenge themselves with the contest. As partners, KLPF will run the contest on its platform with its own set of prizes*. This means more winning opportunities!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to show off your emotions, perfectly captured in portrait, and you just might win a new phone, a handsome cash prize and an opportunity to co-create with OPPO in the future as well!

For more information about the #OPPORenovators campaign, visit
https://oppomy.com/renovatorsportraitcontest/
.


OPPO Unveils Next-Generation Under-Screen Camera Technology

Combining innovations in hardware and proprietary algorithms, OPPO’s next-generation under-screen camera technology delivers the perfect balance between screen and camera quality
Building on years of experience in under-screen camera technology, OPPO is continuing to lead the way in smartphone form factors innovation

Leading global smart device brand OPPO today unveiled its next-generation under-screen camera (USC) technology for smartphones. By combining the best in hardware innovation and OPPO’s proprietary AI algorithms, the new under-screen camera solution discreetly places the front-facing camera under the smartphone display in a way that maintains the integrity and consistency of the entire screen, both during use and while in standby. Offering the perfect balance between consistent screen quality and camera image quality, it is an under-screen camera solution with no comprises.

This new under-screen camera solution solves many technical and manufacturing-related challenges that have plagued under-screen camera technology since the beginning of its development. Breakthroughs include resolving issues such as inconsistent display quality in the screen area above the under-screen camera, poor image quality caused by obstruction of the camera by the screen, as well as issues with product reliability and lifespan.

Thanks to advances in these areas, OPPO has been able to deliver an upgraded under-screen camera solution that takes end-to-end, full-screen experience to new levels.

On the display, OPPO’s next-generation under-screen camera solution introduces several new innovations in structure design and AI algorithms:

Innovative pixel geometry: the new solution shrinks the size of each pixel without decreasing the number of pixels to ensure a 400-PPI high-quality display even in the camera area.
Transparent wiring and new design: OPPO has replaced the traditional screen wiring with an innovative transparent wiring material. Combined with a high-precision manufacturing process that reduces the width of the wiring by 50%, this results in much finer display quality with a smoother visual experience.
Improved control of screen accuracy, color, and brightness: in contrast to the current industry standard of using 1 pixel circuit to drive 2 pixels (“1-to-2”) in the screen area above the camera, OPPO has introduced a new solution using proprietary screen technology, with each pixel circuit driving only 1 pixel (“1-to-1”). When combined with OPPO’s precise algorithmic compensation technology, this allows the chromaticity and brightness of the entire screen to be precisely controlled with a deviation of about 2%. For uses such as reading e-books, browsing the news, or navigating with maps, OPPO’s next generation under-screen camera technology allows for the accurate display of smaller fonts and better preservation and representation of textural details and colors, resulting in a more consistent and immersive experience.
Improved reliability and lifespan: with the introduction of the “1-to-1” pixel circuit and dedicated optimization algorithm, OPPO’s next-generation under-screen camera solution is able to provide display compensation in the under-screen camera area of screen, improving the screen’s lifespan by up to 50%.

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With regards to the camera, OPPO’s U.S. Research Institutes has developed a series of imaging AI algorithms – including diffraction reduction, HDR and AWB – to reduce some of the negative side effects typically found in under-screen cameras, such as blurry images and image glare.

OPPO has also trained its AI diffraction reduction model using tens of thousands of images to control problems caused by diffraction at the light source, allowing users to capture clearer, more natural-looking images.

As consumer demand for larger screen-to-body ratios and novel smartphone form factors has grown, OPPO has invested heavily into research and development in these areas. OPPO has released three generations of under-screen camera solutions to date since it began its development of the technology in 2018, applying for over 200 related patents in the process.

In 2020, OPPO also made further contributions to the development of the technology with the submission of its first proposed standards for under-screen camera technology to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Included in the submitted proposal were recommendations for 7 key technical metrics including display transmittance, reflectance, uniformity, Gamma correction, color shift, and brightness decay.

OPPO will continue its research and development into hardware design and algorithmic processing capabilities to further optimize its under-screen camera technology, with the end goal of bringing a more immersive, true full-screen under-screen camera system to users worldwide.


Last Chance: Pre-Order HUAWEI MatePad 11 and HUAWEI MateBook Variants, Freebies Worth Up To RM1,207

Only three days left! Don’t miss out and pre-order the brand-new HUAWEI MatePad 11 from RM 1,999 and HUAWEI MateBook D15 from RM 2,999. The latest tablet and notebook will be made available on 6 August so be sure to pre-order on
HUAWEI Store Online
, HUAWEI Experience Store,
HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada
 and
HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee
 to receive amazing freebies! HUAWEI is committed to catering for all scenarios and delivering an interactive experience including the new Tablet-PC Collaboration feature – redefining efficiency.

HUAWEI MatePad 11

The HUAWEI MatePad 11 features a display that supports a 120 Hz refresh rate, delivering incredibly fluid visuals when displaying a wide range of content. From now until 5 August, every pre-order of HUAWEI MatePad 11 will come with amazing freebies worth RM1,207* consisting of the HUAWEI M-Pencil (2
nd
 Generation), HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard, HUAWEI Cloud 50GB (1 month access), HUAWEI Video VIP (1 month access), HUAWEI Music (3 months access) and USD$1 HUAWEI Books Voucher.

HUAWEI MateBook D15

Designed with portability in mind, the sleek metallic body laptop is lightweight and features its immaculate HUAWEI FullView display. The HUAWEI MateBook D15 is powered by 10
th
 or 11
th
 Generation Intel Core i5, accelerating daily work and entertainment for consumers. While for those who grab the HUAWEI MateBook D15 10
th
 or 11
th
 Generation Intel Core i5 before 5 August will also get to receive free gifts of a HUAWEI Backpack, Bluetooth Mouse and 1 year subscription of Microsoft 365, total worth up to RM 667*.

HUAWEI MateBook D14

Dubbed as HUAWEI’s Best Value Notebook, the latest HUAWEI MateBook D14 is sturdy yet lightweight with its metallic design. The higher screen-to-body ratio goes up to 84% while equipped with a larger battery life. Grab it during the pre-order period from now until 8 August to enjoy RM400 off and freebies total worth up to RM398* of a HUAWEI Backpack and Bluetooth Mouse.

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HUAWEI MateBook 14

While the latest variant of the HUAWEI MateBook 14 is powered by the AMD Ryzen™ 4000 H Series Processor – accelerating and enhancing overall performance. Consumers can easily master daily work or enjoy entertainment with no effort. From now until 8 August, be sure to pre-order the notebook to enjoy RM 100 off and receive freebies total worth up to RM667* in the form of a HUAWEI Backpack, Bluetooth Mouse and Microsoft 365.

Price and Availability

Be sure to pre-order your HUAWEI devices today as the free gifts will be limited to while stocks last upon its sales launch!

#ShareMyHUAWEIJourney

What better way to enjoy your latest HUAWEI devices by standing a chance to win freebies! Simply show off the newly launched HUAWEI devices with a review and/or tell us what you like about the new product. Along with a picture of your new device, upload your thoughts onto the Thread Section on HUAWEI Community and share it to your Facebook page. More importantly, get your friends and family to like your thread because the top 10 threads with the most likes will win on HUAWEI Community! Share your HUAWEI Journey any time now until 27 August with the hashtag of your device and #ShareMyHUAWEIJourney. Explore more
here
.

Visit
HUAWEI Facebook
 and
HUAWEI Offici
a
l Website
 for more information.


Pre-Registration Campaign Has Begun For Pokémon UNITE Which is Set to Release on Wednesday, September 22

The Pokémon Company is happy to announce the following about the mobile version of the downloadable game Pokémon UNITE

The planned release date for the mobile version of Pokémon UNITE has been set for Wednesday, September 22, 2021.

In anticipation of this release, pre-order has begun on the App Store and pre-registration has begun on Google Play.

App Store:
https://apps.apple.com/app/id1512321575
Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonunite

The basic gameplay of Pokémon UNITE is available at no cost. (Some in-game purchases available.)

The game is supported on both the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, and you can enjoy strategic Pokémon team battles together with other players no matter what device you use to play the game.

The Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon UNITE has already been released and is a big hit! It can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop at no cost, so we hope you’ll check it out as well.

Internet connection is required to play Pokémon UNITE. Players do not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership (paid) to play the Nintendo Switch version. If you log in using your Nintendo Account or your Pokémon Trainer Club account, you’ll be able to play the game using the same data on any device.

Pre-registration campaign for the mobile version of Pokémon UNITE now under way!

Pre-registration numbers will be calculated starting Wednesday, August 18, 2021, and will continue until the release of the mobile version of Pokémon UNITE. Players will be able to receive gifts based on the number of pre-registrations.

Pokémon UNITE Mobile Version Preregistration Campaign Gifts

Over 1 million pre-registrations
1,000 Aeos Tickets
Over 2.5 million pre-registrations
Unite License: Pikachu
Over 5 million pre-registrations
Special Holowear – Festival Style: Pikachu

The gifts get better and better as the number of pre-registrations grows (in all regions where the game is available).

If the total pre-registrations exceed 1 million, players will receive Aeos tickets, which can be exchanged for in-game items.

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If the total pre-registrations hit 2.5 million, players will receive the Unite license for Pikachu. Players who already have the Unite license for Pikachu will receive Aeos coins instead.

Finally, if the total pre-registrations surpass 5 million, players will receive special Holowear for Pikachu called Festival Style! Help bring a fun festival atmosphere to Pokémon UNITE with Festival Style: Pikachu!

All players who play the mobile version of Pokémon UNITE by Sunday, October 31, 2021, 14:59 UTC will be able to claim these pre-registration campaign gifts.

We hope you are all looking forward to the mobile version, and we eagerly await your pre-registrations!

Notes:

All players, regardless of whether they pre-register, can receive these gifts by logging in to the mobile version of Pokémon UNITE by 14:59 UTC on Sunday, October 31, 2021, and completing the log-in event.
Pre-registration numbers will include all pre-registrations on both the App Store and Google Play in all regions where pre-registration is available.
Pre-registration numbers will be calculated starting Wednesday, August 18, 2021, and will continue until the release of the mobile version of Pokémon UNITE.
Players who link their accounts can use the gifts received from the mobile version pre-registration campaign on the Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon UNITE as well.

Introducing new Pokémon to be added in future updates!

With the planned release date for the mobile version set, Pokémon UNITE is becoming more and more of a hot topic! Many new Pokémon are planned to join the fray in the future. Here, we would like to introduce two such new Pokémon: Mamoswine and Sylveon! We hope you’re looking forward to hearing more about these new additions!

Official Website:
https://unite.pokemon.com/en-us/


Prizes Worth a Total of RM11,000 Up For Grabs at the OPPO Reno6 Z TikTok Challenge!

Capture your emotions your way and stand to win a brand new OPPO Reno6 Z, OPPO Watch, Enco Air, and cash prizes of up to RM2,500!
The first 100 participants will receive an instant RM120 voucher to purchase a brand new OPPO Reno6 Z at the OPPO Online Store

OPPO recognized that emotions are what make us human, and that is why the message of human emotions is the key to its recently-launch OPPO Reno6 Z. To carry on the festivities from its launch, OPPO is encouraging Malaysians to celebrate their emotions through its Reno6 Z TikTok Challenge.

With prizes worth a total of RM11,000, Malaysians can enter this fun challenge from now till 26 August 2021 and win prizes such as the brand-new OPPO Reno6 Z. To enter, follow these simple steps below:

Step 1:
Open up TikTok
Step 2:
Go to the “Discover Page” and search “#EmotionsInPortraitChallenge”
Step 3:
Use the “Emotions In Portrait” effect and record yourself imitating the emotions listed. Add a song of your choice to increase entertainment value!
Step 4:
Publish your entry on TikTok and Instagram Reels with the hashtags #EmotionsInPortraitChallenge and #OPPOReno6Z5G. Ensure that your profiles are public!

The prizes to be won in this challenge are as follows:

Winners
Prize
Grand Prize
OPPO Reno6 Z (worth RM1,699) RM2,500 cash
2
nd
 Prize
OPPO Watch 41mm (worth RM899) RM1,500 cash
3
rd
 Prize
OPPO Enco Air (worth RM299) RM1,000 cash
10x Consolation Prizes
OPPO Enco Air (worth RM299)

But that’s not all. The first 100 participants in this contest will also be eligible for an instant RM120 voucher to purchase a new OPPO Reno6 Z at the OPPO Online Store. To redeem this voucher, simply be one of the first 100 participants to re-submit your entry at the
#EmotionsInPortraitChallenge webpage
.

To participate in this challenge, search “#EmotionsInPortraitChallenge” in TikTok or visit
https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSJtStMSD/
.

To know more about the contest, check out
https://oppomy.com/event/Reno6Z5GEmotionsInPortraitChallenge/.

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Reader’s Digest Unveils Malaysia’s Most Trusted Brands and Personalities

Winners were announced at the magazine’s second virtual awards ceremony.

A year after Reader’s Digest’s first virtual Most Trusted Brands Awards, COVID-19’s grasp continues to affect millions of people and their livelihoods. Despite this fact, Reader’s Digest decided to soldier on with its 23rd annual survey of Malaysia’s Most Trusted Brands and Personalities.

Some 8,000 people were polled in the survey in which they chose from personalities and brands that they preferred.

“Trust matters when it comes to weathering a crisis, and ultimately, trust is built on the traditional foundations of quality, consistency, honesty and delivering on your promises,” said Reader’s Digest Editor-in-Chief, Louise Waterson.

Trust has been the guiding human emotion that every person has had to rely on to navigate through each day, safely. In the current climate, it means setting a precedence in being proactive and reaching out to customers and audiences and maintaining a relationship with individuals.

Among the personalities selected were badminton star Datuk Lee Chong Wei, television host Alif Satar (a COVID-19 survivor) and radio presenter Roslinda Abdul Majid. Where brands were concerned, Panasonic, Coway and Great Eastern were declared winners.

“The winning brands are likely the type that presents service and quality that helps a consumer understand that the brand they know and trust is still on their side. The brands also strive to continue the relationship they worked so hard to build,” she added.

THE PERSONALITIES MALAYSIANS TRUST THE MOST

Just like previous years, one of the highlights of the 2021 Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands awards is the list of most trusted personalities in the following categories: Most Trusted News Presenter; Most Trusted Radio Presenter; Most Trusted Variety/ Entertainment Presenter; and Most Trusted Sportsperson.

The personalities that Malaysians put their trust in most were:

DATUK LEE CHONG WEI
Most Trusted Sports Personality

Since retiring from international badminton, Datuk Lee Chong Wei has thrown his efforts behind social causes close to his heart. One such cause has been raising awareness of the plight of disadvantaged children in Penang, whose education is limited by the challenge of accessing digital learning resources. To assist, the sporting legend has put his face (and efforts) behind a non-partisan programme that distributes laptops, tablets and SIM cards to children who can’t access these now increasingly essential learning resources.

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DJ LIN
Most Trusted Radio Presenter

As Malaysia’s trusted late-night agony aunt, Roslinda Abdul Majid – or DJ Lin to her listeners on
Suria Cinta
 – works tirelessly to engage with her audience, building their trust and confidence six nights a week from 8pm to 1am. The 22-year radio veteran has hosted the show for the past 13 years, but her efforts to engage with audiences goes way further than one show – she also heads the radio station. Today, DJ Lin enjoys a reputation in the industry as a fair, hard-working all-rounder both behind and in front of the microphone.

ALIF SATAR
Most Trusted TV Host/Presenter For News & Current Affairs

Since returning back to good health last December after fighting COVID-19, Alif Satar has maintained a busy schedule. As one of the most public faces of the pandemic, he has worked hard to get behind efforts to build people’s awareness and resilience during this difficult time. These include promoting COVID-19 testing and the importance of keeping fit during PKP, making known the benefits of freelancing to people laid off work and also helping to remind people of the No Smoking ban in restaurants and tips on how to quit.

THE BRANDS MALAYSIANS TRUST THE MOST

The award-winning Trusted Brands, outlined in the Reader’s Digest 23rd annual survey, listen to customer concerns, sympathise with their situations and provide the necessary support and assistance to their customers because they appreciate these valued relationships.

Notable winners were:

Panasonic
, who dominated the technology field with an amazing four wins (Air Conditioner, Refrigerator, TV and Washing Machine);
Great Eastern
 won in both the Life Insurance and Health Card categories;
Coway
 was the Platinum winner in the Water Purifier category again;
Jasmine
 received another Platinum Award in the Rice category this year;
King Koil
, the market leader, was voted Platinum winner in the Mattress category again;
Sunway International School
 won Gold again in the category of Private/International School.
Sa
fi
makes its first Gold award debut in the category of Female Skin Care

View the full result here


realme Alkaline Battery and realme Mobile Game Controller First Sale on Shopee

First Sale on Shopee with more exciting deals on realme 8.8 Huat Huat Deals on both Shopee and Lazada

realme fans will soon be able to purchase the long-awaited realme Alkaline Battery and realme Mobile Game Controller which was launched in March 2021. Both items can be purchased at realme Official Store on Shopee on 8th of August 2021 in conjunction with the Shopee 8.8 Brands Festival. Apart from that, realme 8.8 Huat Huat Deals will be offering a lot of exciting promotions for Malaysian fans on its smartphones and AIOT devices at Shopee as well as Lazada.

The realme Alkaline Battery which comes in AA and AAA will be priced at RM19 and RM15 respectively whereas the realme Mobile Game Controller only costs RM69. realme Alkaline Battery are 25% higher in capacity compared to ordinary AA or AAA carbon batteries. Moreover, realme Alkaline Battery is produced with mercury and cadmium-free, making them environmentally friendly and can be disposed of with regular waste.

realme Mobile Game Controller comes with CapAir Mapping Technology™, which is highly sensitive and sends the electrical signal to the screen, enabling users to enjoy excellent gaming performance. The Recordable Burst Mode and Micro Switch with a shorter key range allow users to a faster triggering and create a custom burst in game, wipe out your opponent with one click.

Product Availability

Product
Sales Information
realme Alkaline Battery

RRP: AA – RM29 AAA – RM24
First Online Sale on realme’s Official Store on Shopee

Purchase during First Sale on 8 August 2021 at
AA – RM19AAA – RM15
Link:
http://bit.ly/ralalinebatpr
realme Mobile Game Controller

RRP: RM99/per side
First Online Sale on realme’s Official Store on Shopee

Purchase during First Sale on 8 August 2021 at only
RM69
Link:
https://bit.ly/gamecontrollerpr

Besides that, realme Malaysia will be celebrating the month of August with a lot of generous deals during the upcoming 8.8 Huat Huat Sales on Shopee and Lazada. realme fans can enjoy up to 65% off on other selected realme products with great bargains!

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To find out more about realme’s further promotions, please visit
realme Malaysia’s Lazada Flagship Store
 and
realme Official Store on Shopee
.


realme C21Y Brings Real Power, Real Quality With Unisoc T610

realme C21Y takes on design to the next level being the thinnest and lightest device with TUV Rheinland High Reliability Certification

The world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, realme launched its realme C21Y in Malaysia today. realme C21Y is the first realme smartphone to be equipped with Unisoc T610 Octa-core 12nm processor, making it the challenger in the entry-level segment. realme C21Y is also designed to bring advanced experiences to young users with TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High Reliability Certification, AI Triple Camera with Super Nightscape, 6.5” HD+ mini drop fullscreen, and a large 5000mAh battery.

UNISOC T610 chipset, Octa-core 12nm processor, powerful for both gaming and imaging

T610 is made by UNISOC, which is an integrated circuit design industry. It fully masters 2G/3G/4G/5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, TV FM, satellite communications and other full-scene communication technology, and has the rare large-scale chip integration capability. UNISOC’s products include mobile communication CPU, baseband chips, AI chips, radio frequency front-end chips, radio frequency chips and other communication, computing and control chips.

Apart from smartphones, UNISOC products cover a variety of terminal categories such as tablets, smart wearable devices, early childhood education machines, Bluetooth headsets, in-car central control, smart POS machines, smart TVs, smart meters, CPE, shared bicycles, and so on. With the Unisoc T610 processor inside, realme C21Y is the most powerful phone in this segment. Unisoc T610 is an octa-core 12nm processor that clocks up to 1.8GHz.

The CPU consists of two high-performance A75 cores at 1.8GHz and six power-saving A55 cores at 1.8GHz. The GPU is the energy-efficient Mali G52, which can reach up to 614.4MHz. A good performance device offers users an enjoyable smooth gaming and video experience.

Unisoc T610 chipset is also able to provide stronger multimedia performance, achieving no-delay in switching and accurate image restoration. The new 3A synchronization technology in Unisoc T610 supports stable brightness and color when the sensor is switched.

TÜV Rheinland High Reliability Certification

TÜV Rheinland stands for safety and quality in all areas of business and life. Since 2006, TÜV Rheinland has been a member of the United Nations Global Compact to promote sustainability and combat corruption. The TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High Reliability Certification sets a high quality standard for consumer electronics as well as industry standards for major markets around the world.

Every realme mobile phone goes through rigorous quality tests to have the best experience. In order to keep up with young users’ active lifestyles, realme is constantly seeking quality improvements on realme C21Y with the industry’s first TÜV Rheinland High Reliability Certification.

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AI Triple Camera with Super Nightscape Mode, capture the beauty of the night

realme C21Y has a 13 MP Super clear primary camera, which can zoom up to 4X and supports PDAF autofocus. The photos are not only clear in daylight but bright in low light and dark environments, surpassing competitors in brightness, details and colors.

It also has a Chroma Boost feature, through the pixel-level mapping algorithm, the brightness and color are restored, providing a better dynamic range, screen contrast and vivid colors. The selfie camera supports AI beauty, HDR mode, portrait mode and Filter, designed for trendsetting photography.

6.5” HD+ mini drop fullscreen, more immersive video and gaming experience

realme C21Y comes with a 6.5-inch large fullscreen, with the screen to body ratio as high as 88.7%. With a 20:9 slender ratio, it is also easy and comfortable to hold, and contains more content while you scroll through social media.

Ultra-fast fingerprint unlock, protect your privacy

realme C21Y supports ultra-fast fingerprint unlocking in seconds, but also supports facial recognition, which can be easily unlocked with a single click or glance.

The C21Y features three card slots, a dual SIM slot and a dedicated SD card slot expandable up to 256GB, it has 2 colors: Cross Blue and Cross Black, it is easy to hold, resists fingerprints, and effectively resists scratches and scrapes.

realme C21Y is equipped with a 5000mAh Massive battery with reverse charging, and super power saving mode, it upgrades to trendsetting triple camera and 5MP selfie camera, it also features UNISOC T610 12nm Processor, 6.5” HD+ Mini-drop Fullscreen, fingerprint sensor and 2+1 Slot all of this is packed in a geometric Art design with black and blue.

Product Availability

Product
Sales Information
realme C21Y
 (4GB+64GB)
RRP: RM549
First Offline Sale on realme’s Authorised Stores

11 August 2021

realme Fan Festival 2021 – Celebrating with 100 Million Fans

In conjunction with the realme Fan Festival this year, realme will launch its 100M milestone product realme GT Master Edition Series by Naoto Fukasawa along with new AIoT products on 18th August. This marks another proud achievement while underscoring its intention of becoming the fastest-growing brand and disruptor in the new product categories.

realme will also announce its biggest promotion of the year at the event to thank all 100 million users for their support over the past three years. The promotion will include 61 markets, covering all product categories. Stay tuned for more information on the launch event from realme’s official social media on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.

To find out more about realme’s events and promotion, do follow our Facebook
page
 and Instagram at
@realmemalaysia
.


realme Gifts New realme 8 Pro To 11-Year-Old Shopee Seller

Recently, an 11-year-old boy named Umar Al-Khattab gained much attention from netizens and media outlets after the conversation between a customer and Umar on Shopee was posted on Facebook. The customer found out that Umar started his business on Shopee at such a young age to afford himself and his siblings with new smart devices for their online classes. realme Malaysia discovered the possibilities in Umar and was impressed with his actions, the team decided to approach the family and provided Umar with a new realme 8 Pro.

The father of 11-year-old Umar expressed his gratitude to realme Malaysia for reaching out and sponsoring the new smartphone to Umar to help him with his online classes. He also further explained Umar started his Shopee business because he taught Umar that he should be earning what he wants for himself.

“After learning the story from Umar’s side, we hope by this effort, it will ease Umar’s concern in joining online classes along with his siblings as they are sharing devices together. We are very touched with Umar’s dedication and decided to motivate Umar with our Dare to Leap spirit. realme team wishes Umar all the best in his future endeavors,”
said Tiffany Teh, Brand Director of realme Malaysia.

The realme 8 Pro is the first realme smartphone equipped with 108MP Ultra Quad Camera, adopts a 50W SuperDart Charge with a 4500mAh battery. realme 8 Pro comes with a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Fullscreen and 8.1mm slim design, with a 176g body with Infinite Bold Design. realme 8 Pro is available in two color options, Infinite Blue and Infinite Black.

To find out more about realme’s promotions on Merdeka Day Promotion, do follow our Facebook
page
 and Instagram at
@realmemalaysia
.

#kitajagakita #realmeCare

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realme Malaysia Releases ‘Kena Check’ By realme 5G Ambassadors, Joe Flizzow, Hullera And Bunga

Today, realme Malaysia is delighted to announce the release of its latest brand song titled ‘Kena Check’, partnering with Award-winning homegrown hip-hop artiste Joe Flizzow and young vibrant rap star, Hullera as well as renowned hijab-wearing rapper, Bunga. The creation of this brand song is the first-ever collaboration among three of the talented rappers in Malaysia in conjunction with the realme Fan Festival 2021 that took place on 28 August 2021. Furthermore, Joe Flizzow, Hullera and Bunga were appointed as realme 5G Ambassadors. The three artistes with their Dare to Leap spirit make them the ideal choice as realme 5G Ambassadors, allowing them to continue to leap forward in the industry.

“It was last year in January when we had a dope collaboration of HAA TEPOK Remix with Meerfly, MK & Kidd Santhe. The song has proven to receive lots of love from Malaysians as its official remix video on YouTube has reached up to 1.4 million views. This time, the team at realme Malaysia is extremely excited to have Joe Flizzow, Hullera and Bunga together in celebrating realme Fan Festival 2021 with us. We enjoyed partnering with each of them as they possess the spirit of ‘Dare to Be You’ be it in work or personal life which is in line with our theme this year. We hope realme fans can enjoy the song with a pleasant vibe,”
said Tiffany Teh, Brand Director of realme Malaysia.

‘Kena Check’ is produced by the impressive collaborations of Joe Flizzow, Hullera and Bunga. The hip-hop track co-produced by Joe Flizzow with the core message of ‘Dare to Be You’ strives to inspire realme fans in creating their own styles, to leap forward in life without limitation. Along with the song, the music video will be released on 30th August 2021 at 12pm.

“In today’s world as we’re surrounded by digital devices, technology can be very sophisticated. To be able to work well and smart, we have to keep ourselves updated and learn something new every day. Having that in mind, I understand everything in our lives happens for a reason and we need to strive for excellence because we only live once,” said Joe Flizzow when asked about the inspiration of the song.

He added, “Do check yourself every day, make sure things are in order and right so that you can start your day right. Plan well, a goal can be achieved easily with hard work, so ‘Kena Check’ from time to time, it is very important for you yourself to grow and succeed.”

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“Since I have been a big fan of Joe Flizzow from my high school years, I was so excited to have this chance to collaborate with him and Bunga to come out with a song for realme Malaysia. I would like to express my gratitude to them and also all the team members who have been working hard to make this happen despite everything ongoing right now,” said Hullera after finishing her recording for the brand song.

Hullera further added, “I am really happy to work with realme Malaysia again as the spirit of ‘Dare to Be You’ really touches me and I feel like everyone should be comfortable and proud to be themselves in this modern era.”

“First of all, I’m blessed and thankful to realme Malaysia for this chance to collaborate in the brand song with Joe Flizzow and Hullera. This is one of my dreams to work on a track with Joe Flizzow and Hullera. It proves to me that if I ever wanted to give up, my journey in this industry would be a waste,” said Bunga when asked about thoughts on this collaboration for realme Malaysia.

Joe further commented “Working with Hullera and Bunga is fun, they are talented. I think it is pretty cool that the three of us can work together and produce an amazing song for such a big campaign like realme Fan Festival 2021. This is also a chance to show the talent of the new generation of Malaysian rappers. It feels great that we can work closely together, especially during this hard time. I personally think that it will be another HIT and I hope that our friends and fans will enjoy this song ‘Kena Check’!”

Everyone will be able to stream the official realme brand song from 30 August 12pm onwards, it will be published on UMG publishing platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, JOOX, KKBox, and Deezer. realme fans can watch the music video on
UMG’s official YouTube channel
.

To find out more about realme’s events and promotion, do follow our
Facebook page
 and Instagram at @
realmemalaysia
.

#DareToBeYou #realmeFanFest2021


Reignite Your Motivations with the Galaxy Z Flip

If you’re like the rest of us, you probably started 2021 feeling hopeful and optimistic of what the year would bring — maybe you even started the year with a list of New Year resolutions. As we move into the third quarter of the year, perhaps an evaluation of our New Year resolutions is in order since they often get buried under life’s mundane routines and our increasing busyness as the month progresses. So set a time to reflect and if you’re feeling sluggish or demotivated – then fret not, because we have tips to get you energized and running at full speed towards your goals again with the Galaxy Z Flip!

Tip 1: Switch Up and Shape Up

Mindless routines get boring over time, so why not rediscover yourself by opening up to new experiences or hobbies outside your comfort zone. Go on adventures without leaving your seat through ebooks that can fly you to distant lands or bring you on a journey to the center of the earth with the Galaxy Z Flip. Lose yourself in an ebook with vivid imaginations through the stunning 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED screen; which can be split into two 4-inch screens allowing you to display a smashing image on the top while you read from the bottom.

If you’re up for something more upbeat, there are tons of online dance classes to get you moving and grooving – from dance cardio to ballet intensive classes. Flex as hard as your Galaxy Z Flip during these fitness sessions and keep up with your instructor right from your mat thanks to the Galaxy Z Flip’s Hideaway Hingewhich enables your device to stand on its own to conveniently film your session without the additional accessories! Let’s not rule out the wonders of Flex Mode that lets you to easily snap hands-free selfies while you’re on the mat.

To make it better, pair the Galaxy Z Flip with Galaxy Watches to improve your performance with the real-time running coach. Not only does it keep track of your heart rate, but the smartwatch automatically detects your workout and track them for you! Unwinding and reinvigorating from time to time is crucial to keep us going, so maximize the extra pockets of time throughout your day with the Galaxy Z Flip.

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Tip 2: Find Your Spark of Joy

Have you lost that little spark of joy in life? It’s said that dressing up can help to break the monotony of life at home, so grab your Sunday best and unleash your inner fashionista this stay-at-home season. Boost your mood with a mini photoshoot in full glam mode, all you need is the Galaxy Z Flip in hand! Whether you are experimenting with new makeup looks or finding the right top to wear, definitely do not miss out on a good #OOTD photo session!

With Flex mode that offers hands free experiences to ease what you love doing, have a little fun in the process of getting ready by recording a ‘Get Ready with Me’ video of your skincare or makeup regime. And with your effortless look, get creative by capturing selfies or videos from multiple angles and score high quality pictures or clips in 4K video qualitywithout a tripod. During your photoshoot, make use of the Single Take feature to get a variety of shots in different styles and formats to help you find your best angles! A tiny spark goes a long way, so boost your mood, reignite the fire in you and keep going!

Whether your goals are big or small, they are achievable if you put your mind to it! So get motivated and maximize the months ahead as you strive towards reaching your goals for the remainder of 2021. Throughout this process, let the Galaxy Z Flip challenge you to be at your best everyday as it’s the fun, flexible and future forward companion you need.


Reno Your Life to Win a Brand New OPPO Reno6 5G and More

Join local personalities Elizabeth Tan, Shazeeq, and Adam Lobo as they unbox the new Reno6 Series and show you all the things that make this the smartphone of choice!

The OPPO Reno6 Series is now complete and ready to introduce Malaysians to a new realm of smartphone experiences! To commemorate the full availability of the Reno6 Series in Malaysia, OPPO is teaming up with leading local telco Digi and local personalities for a fun and thrilling “Reno Your Life” livestream.

During the livestream, exciting prizes such as 3x brand-new OPPO Reno6 5G units, RM200 Digi cash vouchers, RM100 Reno6 cash vouchers (redeemable via the My OPPO App), and portable sterilizers will be given away to viewers!

The OPPO x Digi
Reno Your Life
livestream will take place on
Wednesday, 25
th
 August 2021 at 8:00 PM
, via
https://www.facebook.com/OPPOMalaysia/
. Be sure to tune in and join in for an entertaining session with OPPO and Digi!

OPPO Hub @ DIGI Stores

OPPO believes in continuously improving its customer’s experiences with the brand. With that in mind, OPPO aims to elevate customer experiences even further via a collaboration with Digi to set up ‘OPPO Hubs’ across 29 Digi Stores nationwide. This exciting collaboration is the first of its kind for both brands with the common goal of enhancing shoppers’ experiences.

The OPPO Hubs will feature the broad range of OPPO’s latest smartphones, IoT (Internet of Things) devices, and wearables. The purpose of the OPPO Hub is to be a one stop centre for customers to interact (‘touch and feel’) and ‘test’ OPPO products before making a purchase decision.

In conjunction with the introduction of the OPPO Hub, Digi customers can now own the latest OPPO Reno6 and OPPO Reno6 Z with Digi’s PhoneFreedom 365 plans. Customers can enjoy an All-IN device and plan from RM130 with 0% upfront payment and 24 months interest-free instalment plans when they subscribe to Digi Postpaid 60 onwards.

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https://www.digi.com.my/shop/phones/phonefreedom365/oppo#smartphones.


Revolutionise Your Work Life With HUAWEI MateBook D15 And Maxis, Starting From RM9 Onwards

Artistic, innovative and intelligent – these are some of the keywords synonymous to the HUAWEI MateBook D15. The recently launched laptop, which also happens to be the newest addition to the MateBook family delivers vastly improved speed over its predecessor and supports Multi-screen Collaboration to make the laptop smarter than before.

Designed with the needs of young professionals in mind, HUAWEI MateBook D15 is engineered to provide incredible performance across all scenarios, from virtual lectures and productivity on-the-go to multimedia experiences, which further reinforces HUAWEI’s vision to effortlessly integrate technological advances into every facet of society, transforming the way how lives are lived, and products add value for consumers.

Partnering up with Maxis, Malaysia’s leading converged solutions provider, HUAWEI is running a campaign to enable Malaysians to not only get their hands on the HUAWEI MateBook D15 i5 10th Generation (8+512), but to also to access high-quality, high-speed Internet connection.

Plan
Price (RM) per month
Maxis Home Fibre 800 Mbps
9
Maxis Home Fibre 500 Mbps
29
Maxis Home Fibre 300 Mbps
109
Maxis Home Fibre 100 Mbps
119
Maxis Home Fibre 30 Mbps / Maxis Home 4G WiFi
129

For those who are wondering, all one has to do is head over to the Maxis Broadband
website
 to sign up! It is really
that
 simple!

Alternatively, one can also opt visit the nearest
Maxis Centres
 (just make sure you’ve got your face masks on!). This campaign is available for all new and existing Maxis Home Fibre, Maxis Family Plan or Maxis Home 4G WiFi customers.

For those who have been eyeing a new laptop to ramp up your work life, here’s your chance!

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Samsung Electronics Announces Sustainability Vision for Mobile: Galaxy for the Planet

Galaxy for the Planet outlines Samsung’s commitment to acting more sustainably across its mobile product lifecycles and business operations

Samsung today unveiled
Galaxy for the Planet
, the sustainability platform for its Mobile Communications Business powered by its scale, innovation and spirit of open collaboration, to take tangible climate actions across its business. Samsung has established an initial set of targets to be reached by 2025 to reduce its environmental footprint and lessen resource depletion from production to disposal of its Galaxy products.

“We believe that everyone has a role to play in providing innovative solutions that protect the planet for generations to come. Samsung understands our efforts need to match our scale, our influence and the magnitude of the entire Galaxy ecosystem around the world,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “
Galaxy for the Planet

is an important step in our journey toward creating a more sustainable world, and we will do so with the openness, transparency and collaboration that drives everything we do.”

Delivering better environmental impact by 2025

Samsung believes the integration of sustainable practices across each stage of production is crucial to minimizing environmental impact and building a better future for communities around the world and the next generation of innovators. Samsung will work to achieve its initial goals by 2025, and it will aim to evolve its commitments to address new challenges beyond 2025.

Incorporate recycled material in all new mobile products by 2025
To foster a more circular economy, Samsung is investing in new and innovative eco-conscious materials for its products. With the goal of using recycled material across all new mobile products by 2025, Samsung will use various recycled materials within its products, taking their strength, aesthetics and durability into consideration.

Eliminate all plastics in mobile packaging by 2025
Samsung is working towards the full elimination of single use plastics from product packaging by 2025 – reducing, removing and replacing unnecessary resources and materials traditionally used in device packaging and incorporating eco-conscious solutions.

Reduce standby power consumption of all smartphone chargers to below 0.005W by 2025
Samsung is prioritizing energy-saving technology that increases energy efficiency and reduces power consumption. Samsung has successfully reduced the standby power consumption across all smartphone chargers to 0.02W, which is among the most energy efficient in the mobile industry. To build on this progress, Samsung will work to achieve zero power standby consumption of smartphone chargers, targeting reduction to below 0.005W by 2025.

Achieve zero waste to landfill by 2025
Samsung is minimizing waste generated at its mobile worksites, with the commitment to divert all waste from landfill by 2025. Samsung will also work to reduce e-waste on a global scale by optimizing the product lifecycle, improving product design processes, and through initiatives like Galaxy Upcycling,
Certified Re-Newed
, and
Trade-In
 programs.

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Continuing Samsung’s spirit of openness

Samsung will continue to discover new ways to address the climate crisis and expand its role in accelerating progress to achieve the
Sustainable Development Goals
. The company is dedicated to reporting progress transparently and working with industry peers and partners throughout its sustainability journey.

“Samsung is committed to creating solutions that enable a better future for our people and our planet. However, we know we cannot do this alone, and the collective fight for the planet is not a competition,” said Stephanie Choi, SVP & Head of Marketing of the Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics. “We strive for collaboration in everything we do, and our strategic partnerships across sectors, industries and markets enable us to scale positive impact around the world – helping us achieve a more sustainable future.”

Samsung’s products are thoughtfully designed to minimize the impact on the environment during their entire lifecycle – including power-efficient semiconductor chips, sustainable packaging, energy-saving technology and the ability to upcycle old devices. To view Samsung’s sustainability progress, check out the
2021 Sustainability Report
.


Samsung Brings In-memory Processing Power to Wider Range of Applications

Integration of HBM-PIM with the Xilinx Alveo AI accelerator system will boost overall system performance by 2.5X while reducing energy consumption by more than 60%
.
PIM architecture will be broadly deployed beyond HBM,

to include mainstream DRAM modules and mobile memory
.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., the world leader in advanced memory technology, today showcased its latest advancements with processing-in-memory (PIM) technology at
Hot Chips 33
 — a leading semiconductor conference where the most notable microprocessor and IC innovations are unveiled each year. Samsung’s revelations include the first successful integration of its PIM-enabled High Bandwidth Memory (HBM-PIM) into a commercialized accelerator system, and broadened PIM applications to embrace DRAM modules and mobile memory, in accelerating the move toward the convergence of memory and logic.

First integration of HBM-PIM into an AI accelerator

In February, Samsung introduced the industry’s first HBM-PIM (Aquabolt-XL), which incorporates the AI processing function into Samsung’s HBM2 Aquabolt, to enhance high-speed data processing in supercomputers and AI applications. The HBM-PIM has since been tested in the Xilinx Virtex Ultrascale+ (Alveo) AI accelerator, where it delivered an almost 2.5X system performance gain as well as more than a 60% cut in energy consumption.

“HBM-PIM is the industry’s first AI-tailored memory solution being tested in customer AI-accelerator systems, demonstrating tremendous commercial potential,” said Nam Sung Kim, senior vice president of DRAM Product & Technology at Samsung Electronics. “Through standardisation of the technology, applications will become numerous, expanding into HBM3 for next-generation supercomputers and AI applications, and even into mobile memory for on-device AI as well as for memory modules used in data centers.”

“Xilinx has been collaborating with Samsung Electronics to enable high-performance solutions for data center, networking and real-time signal processing applications starting with the Virtex UltraScale+ HBM family, and recently introduced our new and exciting Versal HBM series products,” said Arun Varadarajan Rajagopal, senior director, Product Planning at Xilinx, Inc. “We are delighted to continue this collaboration with Samsung as we help to evaluate HBM-PIM systems for their potential to achieve major performance and energy-efficiency gains in AI applications.”

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DRAM modules powered by PIM

The Acceleration DIMM (AXDIMM) brings processing to the DRAM module itself, minimising large data movement between the CPU and DRAM to boost the energy efficiency of AI accelerator systems. With an AI engine built inside the buffer chip, the AXDIMM can perform parallel processing of multiple memory ranks (sets of DRAM chips) instead of accessing just one rank at a time, greatly enhancing system performance and efficiency. Since the module can retain its traditional DIMM form factor, the AXDIMM facilitates drop-in replacement without requiring system modifications. Currently being tested on customer servers, the AXDIMM can offer approximately twice the performance in AI-based recommendation applications and a 40% decrease in system-wide energy usage.

“SAP has been continuously collaborating with Samsung on their new and emerging memory technologies to deliver optimal performance on SAP HANA and help database acceleration,” said Oliver Rebholz, head of HANA core research & innovation at SAP. “Based on performance projections and potential integration scenarios, we expect significant performance improvements for in-memory database management system (IMDBMS) and higher energy efficiency via disaggregated computing on AXDIMM. SAP is looking to continue its collaboration with Samsung in this area.”

Mobile memory that brings AI from data center to device

Samsung’s LPDDR5-PIM mobile memory technology can provide independent AI capabilities without data center connectivity. Simulation tests have shown that the LPDDR5-PIM can more than double performance while reducing energy usage by over 60% when used in applications such as voice recognition, translation and chatbot.

Energising the ecosystem

Samsung plans to expand its AI memory portfolio by working with other industry leaders to complete standardisation of the PIM platform in the first half of 2022. The company will also continue to foster a highly robust PIM ecosystem in assuring wide applicability across the memory market.


Samsung Electronics Named the Top Brand in Asia for Tenth Consecutive Year

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, has been named the number one brand in Campaign Asia-Pacific and NielsenIQ’s ‘Asia’s Top 1000 Brands 2021’ study. This is the 10
th
 consecutive year in which Samsung has been voted by consumers in the region as their top brand in the annual research conducted across 14 markets in Asia-Pacific.

The Asia’s Top 1000 Brands is a consumer opinion survey that quantitatively measures brand preference in 15 product/service categories. Brands that emerge on the list are those who have succeeded in earning positive mindshare as being most trusted and well-loved by consumers.

Notably, Samsung ranked high in 15 product categories in Asia’s Top 1000 Brands this year, up from 12 last year, and is the top brand in TV, cleaning appliances and smart home technology.

Click
here
 to read more about Asia’s Top 1000 Brands 2021.

Survey Methodology

Asia’s Top 1000 Brands aggregates data from an online survey developed by Campaign Asia-Pacificand global information and insights provider NielsenIQ. The survey was conducted between April 12 and 30 2021.

The study explores consumer attitudes in 14 markets: Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Research relies on a total of 400 respondents in each market. In Japan, India and China, participants number 800, 1200 and 1600, respectively and these market differences have been applied to the overall weighting of Asia’s Top 1000 Brands. To be representative of market populations, survey quotas target age, gender and monthly household income. The study encompasses 15 major categories: alcohol; apparel and accessories; automotive; beverages; consumer electronics; delivery; financial services; food; home appliances; household and personal care; media and telecommunications; restaurants; retail; sports & entertainment; and transport, travel and leisure. Within these major categories there are 80 sub-categories.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Review – An Affordable Entertainment Tablet

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

RM699

8.9

Build Quality

9.0/10

Price

9.5/10

Functions and Features

9.0/10

Battery

9.0/10

Performance

8.0/10

				Pros

Awesome stereo sound

Good battery life

Best for entertainment

Affordable

				Cons

Camera just okay

Not for heavy gaming

More Info

Now it’s time. I have been using this new Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite for over 2 weeks already and based on my previous
preview article
, I had a great time using it as an entertainment device. And this time will be the full review of it and I will tell you what I honestly think of the new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite.

The new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is in my opinion, a replacement for the Galaxy Tab A 2019, which I also have in my possession. Comparing the two, the newer Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is larger in terms of screen size and is now powered by MediaTek as opposed to a Snapdragon 429 chipset in the previous version. However, both MediaTek and Snapdragon chipsets are based on 12nm processor but the newer MediaTek comes with an octa-core CPU while the older Snapdragon version only uses a quad-core CPU setup.

By switching to another SoC (MediaTek), Samsung is able to reduce the price for the new tablet, making it even more affordable for many and the best part is, the new chipset is actually a big upgrade from its predecessor. Not only do you get an additional 4 cores in the SoC, you will also get a bump on the RAM as well. Yay!

Another upgrade that you will get is the screen size. The new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite now comes with an 8.7” TFT display with 5:3 aspect ratio. The tablet does feel bigger, or rather, taller than the old Tab A 2019. The overall chassis size is almost the same size, but because the bezels on the new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is smaller, it can now accommodate the larger display.

Design

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite body is made of aluminum around the back and the frame, with a glass front for the display. It feels thinner than the Tab A 2019 but after closer inspection, it looks like it’s about the same thickness. Maybe it being 2.5mm taller than its predecessor made it feel thinner, I don’t know. Since it has smaller bezels, it does look better in my opinion.

On the right side of the tablet, there’s the power button at the top and the volume rocker below it. It sits firmly on the side and it has a solid click to it. Below the volume rocker, there’s a tiny mic hole to capture your voice while you’re on any video call while the tablet is in landscape orientation.

On the left side, there’s only a single MicroSD card slot located near the top. You can see the first of two speaker grille at the top of the tablet, located near the right side of the tablet. And the other speaker grille is located at the bottom, located at the same position as the top. This way, then you turn the tablet into landscape orientation, both speakers will be near the top for better stereo sound quality. Or it can be near the bottom side, depending which landscape orientation that you turn the tablet.

Also at the bottom, there’s the 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB type-C charging port and another mic hole next to the speaker grille.

Around the back, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite only comes with a basic single camera setup. It uses the same camera as its predecessor which is an 8MP, 1080p at 30fps camera. I don’t expect the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite to be used for high quality photography as it can only shoot simple photos. Photo quality is just okay, nothing to shout about.

Same goes with the front selfie camera. It is only a 2MP camera which I think is good enough for video calls and Zoom meetings. I have tested the front camera for Google Meet call and the comment that I got from my friend is that the camera quality looks “normal”. I guess normal is good.

Other items that you can find in the box are the charger brick, USB type-C cable, user manuals and the SD card slot pin.

Performance and Usage

I use the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite mostly for entertainment. I honestly love it for that. The stereo speakers on this tablet are loud and awesome. I binge watch my usual TV series and some movies on this tablet a lot. If you’re looking for an entertainment tablet, this is it. I’ll tell you why.

The Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is powered by a 5100mAh battery. The battery lasts me about two days before it reaches below 10%. During that time, I am able to binge watch my movies, watch a few YouTube videos and play games on it. With its loud stereo speaker, it made me feel that I am fully immersed with the whole experience. It’s not the best, but if you’re on a budget, this is more than worth it.

The  Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is powered by Android 11 out-of-the-box with OneUI 3.1. The unit I’m using comes with 64GB of storage and 4GB of RAM. It has a slot for MicroSD card on the left side so you can add up the storage space if you need to. Android 11 on the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is very smooth and stable.

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You can push the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite to its limit easily. It can handle a heavy load of multitasking with only a slight lag. The older Tab A 2019 can’t really handle heavy load apps based on my experience. And it lags a lot more. When I say slight lag on the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite when doing heavy multitasking work, I mean switching quickly from one window to another. There will be a slight lag when doing that but it loads up quickly once you’re in the app you want to use. I’m sure the upgraded 4GB RAM helps a lot and also thanks to its octa-core CPUs.

I have no problem when playing light games such as Pokemon Go, Angry Birds and Temple Run. You can download the apps and games from Google Playstore or Samsung’s very own Galaxy Store. As I have said in my preview article, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite can do many things that you throw at it. The only thing it can’t do is play heavy graphic games. But I did install PUBG Mobile on this Galaxy Tab A7 Lite just for the heck of it. This is what happened…

I managed to only set minimum graphic settings upon firing up the game. The usual option whether to use HD graphics or SD graphics appeared and I selected the lower resolution graphic. The game loads up as normal and in the graphic settings, I can only select low FPS to play the game. And in the game, it wasn’t that bad. The Galaxy Tab A 2019 was able to load and play the last time I tested it, and this new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite does everything better. It’s just better, but not good enough for a smooth gameplay.

I didn’t mind the lower graphic settings. However, I do mind the lags. So I keep in mind that the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite can only play light games as I mentioned. But not for hardcore gamers. But it is still an excellent entertainment tablet.

I also use the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite for video calls. I had a Zoom meeting the other day and I decided to use the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite for it. Best decision ever. The loud stereo speakers are great to listen to the conversations. The loudness and clarity is top notch. And I don’t have to talk loudly as well, thanks to the dual mic on the tablet.

It is incredible how this affordable tablet can perform when I need it to. It is definitely an improvement from the previous Tab A 2019 version.

Camera

As I mentioned earlier, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is basically using the same camera as the older Tab A 2019. It is using an 8MP sensor with autofocus and able to shoot 1080p video at 30fps. That is pretty much what a basic phone can shoot.

Photo quality is just okay. I am able to get some decent outdoor shots while the indoor shots or anywhere in low light areas are very grainy. Again, photos are usable for the sake of having photos but it is not good enough for prints. For social media posts however, it’s still okay.

Since we are mostly working from home during this Malaysian MCO, I am unable to go out much for some photoshoot. I only managed to take a few shots for me to show as a sample. But as you can obviously see, the outdoor shots are better than indoors.

Conclusion

I’m serious when I said that the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is great as an entertainment device. Even my wife enjoys watching some movies with this tablet. It’s good to mention that the audio for this Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is enhanced by Dolby Atmos to give that richer sound quality.

It is affordable, therefore this will also be a great device for your children to use especially for online studies. We know here in Malaysia that most schools, primary and secondary, are doing online studies on a daily basis. All you need to have installed are apps for students such as Google Meet and Google Classroom. You children can clearly listen to their teachers without earphones, thanks to the awesome stereo speakers.

Would I recommend this new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite? Definitely. This tablet can be your close companion for work, studies and entertainment. It compliments well with your phone and works best with any Galaxy devices. You can also pair it with a wireless Bluetooth keyboard if you need an external input device.

I absolutely love it. I’m a little sad that I can’t play my favourite game, PUBG Mobile on this tablet but it’s okay. I found better use for it. It can do anything you want it to do. It just works.
If you’re thinking of getting one for yourself, you can check out the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite at
Samsung’s official page
 and it is retailing for RM699.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Specifications

SoC
: Mediatek MT8768T Helio P22T (12nm), Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
: PowerVR GE8320
OS
: Android 11, One UI 3.1
Memory
: 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Display
:
TFT Screen
8.7 inches, 214.9 cm
2
 (~81.1% screen-to-body ratio)
800 x 1340 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~179 ppi density)
Battery
: Li-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable
Camera
: 8 MP, AF
Selfie Camera:
 2 MP, 1080p @ 30fps
Sensors:
 Accelerometer, compass
Colours:
 Gray, Silver


Samsung Seeks Unity and Positivity this Merdeka with Malaysia Di Hatiku Campaign

Samsung Malaysia Electronics and Universal Music Malaysia launch song and social media campaign to unite the nation amidst challenging times

In a bid to reunite Malaysians and bring about positivity as the nation faces a challenging period, Samsung Malaysia Electronics today launched ‘Malaysia di Hatiku’, a Merdeka and Malaysia Day themed campaign in partnership with Universal Music Malaysia. The campaign features the release of the Malaysia Di Hatiku song and calls on Malaysians to share their wishes and desires for a hopeful and nation.

Merdeka and Malaysia Day are significant milestones that mark the nation’s development. As we approach these dates, the Malaysia Di Hatiku campaign seeks to rekindle the Malaysian
Muhibbah
 spirit, especially given the current adversities many Malaysians are facing.

“The past year has seen Malaysians, and indeed the world, face unprecedented circumstances. Yet within this struggle is the opportunity for many of us to bring forth the ‘Malaysia Boleh’ spirit and goodwill. If music connects people, then love should be its message and we want Malaysians to share their love and be reminded of the possibilities that our nation can once more strive towards,” said Elaine Soh, Chief Marketing Officer of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The Malaysia Di Hatiku campaign will reach all Malaysians, across different generations, races and creed, urban or rural through the release of the music video and TikTok campaign.

Connecting Malaysians with Music

Universal Music Malaysia and Samsung have today, officially released the Malaysia Di Hatiku song, featuring the musical talents of  hip-hop artist Yonnyboii, Tabby from rising girl group Dolla and rappers Kmy Kmo and Luca Sickta.

Malaysia Di Hatiku is essentially a love song, but for one of the country. For as long as we live, Malaysians can count on loving their country as an essential part of our psyche. Therefore, through thick and thin, we will be there for our nation.

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“Music is a human trait, one that we use to connect, to communicate, and to relate. With all that has happened this is an opportunity to bring in some positivity back to the community. As such we are pleased to be working once more with Samsung, not only in shining the spotlight on our local talents, but in working together to bring a positive change to the country, said Kim Lim, Managing Director of Universal Music Malaysia.

Malaysia Di Hatiku is now on all digital streaming platforms. To watch the official lyric video, do visit Universal Music Malaysia’s YouTube channel, available here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9hbCRcY920

Calling all Malaysians to share their Love for Country

From 20 August until 2 September 2021, Malaysians can show their positive spirit in expressing their love for the country with the #MalaysiaDiHatiku campaign. The campaign calls for Malaysians to duet with artists Yonnyboii or Tabby, or if they feel like upping the challenge, battle rap it out with duo-rappers Kmy Kmo and Luca Sickta. Participants can then caption their videos with words of encouragement to other fellow Malaysians and include the hashtag #MalaysiaDiHatiku, and submit their video on TikTok.

The top three creative content that captures the spirit of Malaysia Di Hatiku will win one brand new Samsung Galaxy A32 each. The winners will be announced at the end of the campaign, which falls on Malaysia Day, 16 September 2021.


Schneider Electric Offers Discounts and Store Vouchers at Shopee 8.8 Brands Festival and Lazada Super Sales

Tune in to the Shopee Live and stand a chance to grab Shopee vouchers worth up to RM60
Enjoy a 5% follower discount when you spend a minimum of RM20 on Schneider Electric’s official Lazada flagship store

Spending most of our time at home has seen a drastic increase in our electric usage, with our home appliances and electronic devices always switched on – but when was the last time you check your switches and sockets for their safety features? Homeowners should be worry-free from all electrical menaces and surges — and equipped your safe haven with reliable switches, sockets as well as power protection solutions!

The global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation,
Schneider Electric
, is back with its monthly deal with greater and bigger savings for you to enjoy from 5
th
 until 8
th
 August 2021. The sale is happening across Schneider Electric’s flagship stores on
Lazada
 and
Sho
p
ee
, as well as the APC by Schneider Electric flagship store on
Shopee
.

That’s not all, in collaboration with Shopee, Schneider Electric is giving away Shopee Vouchers worth up to RM60 for its APC by Schneider Electric products and Schneider Electric products when you tune into Shopee Live on 6
th
 August at 10.30AM and 3.00PM, respectively. Mark your calendars and win some vouchers! Psst, there’s more – customers get to enjoy RM8 off the shipping fee on Shopee from 7
th
 till 8
th
 August 2021.

Check out these offerings and start protecting your home:

Acti9 series circuit breaker:

Protect your home
A reliable circuit breaker is important to keep the household safe from electrical outbursts while ensuring that the electrical appliances work at its peak efficiency. The Acti9 series circuit breaker is not only designed with style but also with ease of use in mind, providing users with optimal and constant protection for your home.

AvatarOn Extend: Plug your devices with ease of mind
Working from home means connecting multiple of your devices to the socket and sometimes power overload may happen – but with AvatarOn Extend, rest assured your devices will always be protected. Designed with safety in mind, the AvatarOn Extend is certified and suitable for heavy use at home and even offices.

APC Easy UPS BVX Series: The only backup you need
Power disruptions can happen at any time, and it is most inconvenient if it happens when we are rushing to meet deadlines. With its battery backup and surge protection feature, the APC Easy UPS BVX Series is the perfect backup power you would need – providing abundant runtime critical low-power devices and most importantly, keeping you connected to the Internet and getting that work done.

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Starting from now till 8
th
 August, get ready to save more with great discounts and promotions on Shopee and Lazada while from 7
th
 until 13
th
 August, you can continue to enjoy amazing offerings from APC by Schneider Electric on Shopee!

Schneider Electric Flagship Store on Shopee

Promotion
Availability
10% storewide discount
Storewide
Excluding Vivace & Affle Plus

Add On Deals

Add on 2 units to enjoy 15% discount
AvatarOnKavachaActi9USB
Excluding Vivace & Affle Plus

RM8.80 Limited Time Deals

VivaceEasy9
For selected SKU only

Channel Vouchers

Spend RM100 and get RM8 offSpend RM250 and get RM25 offSpend RM500 and get RM60 off

Storewide
While stocks last

Schneider Electric Flagship Store on Lazada

Promotion
Availability
10% storewide discount
Storewide
Excluding AvatarOn, USB range, Kavacha, Acti9, Affle Plus and Vivace

5% discount for store follower
 *Minimum spending of RM20

Storewide
Buy any 2 units and get 15% discount
• USB related range
• Kavacha & Acti9
• AvatarOn
Discount Vouchers

Storewide

APC by Schneider Electric Flagship Store on Shopee

Promotion
Products
Instant RM8 off
APC Easy Back-UPS 700VA, 230V, AVR, USB Charging Universal Sockets
Instant RM10 off
APC Easy UPS 900VA, 230V, AVR, Universal Sockets
Instant RM20 off
APC Back-UPS 1200VA, 230V, AVR, Universal Sockets
Instant RM25 off
APC Back-UPS 1600VA, 230VA, 230V, AVR, Universal Sockets
Instant RM50 off
APC Easy UPSSMV 1000VA, Universal Outlet, 230V

*Promotion duration from 7th until 13th August 2021

For more information on Schneider Electric and its latest innovative products, visit Schneider Electric’s official website and at
https://www.se.com/my/en/
. You can also get other exciting updates when you follow Schneider Electric’s official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/SchneiderElectricMY/


Shopee Rolls Out Company-Wide Staff Vaccination Programme To Protect Employees And Shoppers

Strengthened efforts to help Malaysians shop with peace of mind ahead of 9.9 Super Shopping Day

In a bid to further its commitment in the fight against Covid-19, Shopee announced today that it is participating in the private sector vaccination programme with the aim to have its employees fully vaccinated against the virus.

Shopee revealed that it has prioritised its frontliners from its logistics arm, Shopee Express, as well as teams working in the warehouses as they face the highest risk and have the most potential interaction with shoppers.

Commenting on this initiative,
Terence Pang, Chief Operating Officer at Shopee
 said, “Our employees are the backbone of the organisation. Their safety, together with that of our users, is our utmost priority especially as the pandemic continues to affect the lives of Malaysians. We seek to safeguard the health and well-being of our people better against Covid-19 through this exercise, whilst contributing to the nation’s goal of achieving herd immunity.”

This measure is also part of Shopee’s reassurance to its users for a better and safer online shopping experience as reliance on e-commerce deepens. Pang shared, “This effort is even more important as we ramp up towards the year-end shopping season, which has always been a highlight for the people and businesses in the country. We want to do our part to help everyone shop with a peace of mind and to help local businesses sell with greater ease and certainty. 9.9 marks the start of the shopping season and I hope that by making buying and selling safer, we can bring smiles to more Malaysians.”

This commitment comes ahead of the e-commerce platform’s flagship 9.9 Super Shopping Day which is the first of its four end-of-year shopping festivals.

The upcoming 9.9 Super Shopping Day, which will take place from 20 August leading up to the peak day on 9 September, also has something in-store for all its users. Shoppers can look forward to claiming Free Shipping and 99% Coins Cashback vouchers, both with no minimum spend.  Above all, users can also stand a chance to win a brand new Mercedes-Benz by participating in the Play & Win Mercedes-Benz game by collecting golden tickets daily.

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With 25 August just around the corner, Shopee will also be holding its August 25 Payday Sale which will feature RM25 Knockout Deals where shoppers can get items such as Samsung Galaxy A12, Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair, Armaggeddon Shuttle II Premium PU Leather Ultimate Gaming Chair and more for just RM25.

Aside from the employee vaccination programme, Shopee has been championing the fight against the pandemic since the onset of Covid-19.

It allocated 1 million Shopee voucher packs worth RM40 each through the #ShopeeAjakVaksin campaign to reward Covid-19 vaccine recipients at selected vaccination centres across the country to encourage the public to stick to their vaccination appointments. Last year, together with the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), Shopee raised about RM1 million in a public donation drive to support the nation’s medical frontliners.

On the business community front, Pang stated that the e-commerce platform introduced a RM15 million Shopee Seller Support Package in April 2020 to help traditional businesses who were facing cash flow problems due to the lockdown. “Following which, we introduced a Shopee Marketplace Growth Package providing benefits of up to RM1,600 in store vouchers and advertising credit to help existing Shopee sellers grow on the platform. Both initiatives not only drove digitalisation of local MSMEs but also cushioned the adverse impact of the pandemic on their businesses.”

He added that on top of this, Shopee supported consumers with additional free shipping vouchers through its “Stay Home, Stay Safe” campaign to give Malaysians access to essential items such as fresh and frozen groceries, cooking ingredients, beverages, snacks and cereals, milk formula, diapers, personal care products, household essentials, pet food and work-from-home equipment online.

Shop with confidence this Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day at
https://shopee.com.my/m/99
.


SK Magic Provides Clean Air And Water To Malaysians At Covid-19 Vaccine Centers And Hospitals

In support of the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme, SK magic, the leading home appliance company from South Korea, equipped Covid-19 Vaccination Centres (CVCs) and treatment hospitals with its air and water purifiers to provide fresh and clean air and water to front-liners and the public as part of
SKmagicCares
, the company’s CSR programme.

“As a company, we are constantly challenging ourselves and innovating to find ways to ensure that everyone can live a healthy and quality lifestyle. In line with that mission, our
SKmagicCares
 CSR programme aims to create a better world through positive changes in society by providing clean air and water to Malaysians through partnerships with Non-Profit Organisations,” said Kim Kyung Won, Managing Director of SK magic Malaysia.

The first phase of the
SKmagicCares
 initiative contributed up to RM330,000 worth of SK magic’s air and water purifiers strategically placed across Hospital Angkatan Tentera Tuanku Mizan, Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre, National Cancer Society Malaysia, Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong.

“With thousands of people visiting CVCs daily, coupled with the escalating number of cases and hospital admissions, it follows that the community contribution of our
SKmagicCares
 programme is to CVCs and Covid treatment hospitals. As Malaysians work towards achieving herd immunity as a nation, health and safety measures such as social distancing, sanitising and PPE-wear, remain the utmost priority. Our aim here is to further reinforce these health and safety measures at vaccine centres and treatment hospitals by further improving air conditions and providing front-liners and the public with clean and fresh drinking water for hydration.”

“We are truly grateful for the commitment, contribution and sacrifice by front-liners since the pandemic hit, and we hope that our contribution will help fortify the safety of front-liners as they carry out their duties, while also providing a peace of mind to visitors at CVCs and patients undergoing treatment,” shared Kim.

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SK magic contributed a mix of its Motion Air Purifiers, Twin Air Purifiers and WIZ S Water Purifiers to the CVCs and treatment hospital. Upon completion of the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme, these air and water purifiers will continue to provide clean air and water to Malaysians at these respective locations.

SK magic’s air purifiers eliminate airborne bacteria, dust mites and other harmful particles present in the air efficiently through the sophisticated HEPA filters that provide instant fresh air. Its water purifier is equipped with advanced filtration systems and Dual Tap UV Sterilisation that eliminate harmful viruses upon dispensing water ensuring fresh and clean drinking water.

“We at SK magic would like to thank our partners for believing in us and sharing the same objective to safeguard everyone as best we can. As this is a progressive and continuous journey, we look forward to continuing providing Malaysians clean water and air through our
SKmagicCares
CSR programme,” said Kim.


Spotify Premium Mini – A New Daily and Weekly Subscription Plan

Spotify has launched the new Spotify Premium Mini in Malaysia today. To ensure Malaysians have greater access to the world’s largest audio streaming platform, the new bite-sized plan offers flexibility to suit anyone’s on-demand listening habits with daily and weekly subscriptions – MY –
RM1.00/day
,
RM3.90/week
.

Premium Mini users can enjoy almost all the benefits of the regular Premium plan, including:

Ad-free individual music listening on mobile with unlimited skips
. Listeners can access more than 70 million music tracks and over 2.9 million podcast titles on the world’s largest audio streaming service
Download and play up to 30 songs offline on one mobile device.
 This allows a user to be on-the-go and stay connected to their favourite artists and creators without the need to connect to WiFi or tap into their mobile data.
Flexibility at its best.
 Whether it’s for a morning exercise or simply seeking a motivational podcast to kick start the week, listeners have the option to immediately subscribe for just a day or a week at any given moment.
Hassle-free and seamless payment methods
: Spotify has introduced expanded payment options for people to easily access Premium Mini plans on the go! Beyond the credit card option, users can choose to make payment by means of a digital wallet.
Better together
. Spotify Premium Mini Listeners also have the ability to tune in to the same playlist or podcast with up to five friends via Group Session in beta.

Spotify’s latest Premium Mini offering hits the sweet spot – giving listeners a subset of their favorite Premium features such as the full on-demand and ad-free music and podcast listening, while having it available at a lower price by paying for only when they need it.

How to sign up for Spotify Premium Mini?

Download Spotify’s mobile app or head over to Spotify’s website on desktop.
Click the ‘Premium’ section at the top right of the website or at the bottom right of the Spotify app.
Choose ‘Get Mini’ and choose ‘daily’ or ‘weekly’ plan. This is a prepaid offering.
Choose payment methods — there’s a lot! No credit card required.
Register or log in to the Spotify account.
Users can start enjoying Spotify’s Premium Mini experience for the day or week.

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Spotify Premium Mini Plan is currently available in Malaysia for Android mobile and tablet. For more information, head on over to Spotify’s website here:
www.spotify.com/my/mini
.


Stay Strong Together this Merdeka & Malaysia Day with Samsung

It has been over a year since the pandemic struck our shores. While we had hoped the worst would be over by now, there is still a challenge ahead for the country. With the need to stay stronger and united far more than ever, Samsung has something to give, so you can stay on track with your daily needs, stay on top of your game and stay connected with others.

From now until 19 September 2021, customers who purchase any of the participating Samsung Galaxy models will receive a special gift. The gifts, which range from a Touch ‘n Go eWallet Credit valued at RM64, up to an AKG Y500 Wireless Headphones valued at RM599, are dependent on the purchased Samsung Galaxy models.

There are three gifts:

Tier
Free Gift
Value
Gift 1
One (1) RM64 Touch ‘n Go eWallet Credit
RM64
Gift 2
One (1) UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging
RM299
Gift 3
One (1) AKG Y500 Wireless Headphones
RM599

Participating models include the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Series, S20 FE Series, Note20 5G Series, Z Flip, Z Fold2 5G, A52 Series, A72, Tab A7 Lite, Tab S7 Series, Buds Live, Buds Pro and many other models. For a full list on participating models and corresponding gift, please visit:
https://www.samsung.com/my/offer/staystrongmsia2021/smartphones/

If you have considered purchasing any of the participating models, now is your chance to buy and receive a complimentary gift as well to keep you staying strong as we weather this challenge together.

To redeem Gift 1, the RM64 Touch ‘n Go eWallet Credit, just follow these steps:

Step 1: Purchase any participating models in Gift 1 during the campaign period.
Step 2: Visit Samsung Redemption Management System (RMS) link and register your details during Redemption Period. Sign up or sign in to your Samsung Account.
Step 3: Fill in details and attach your proof of purchase.
Step 4: RM64 Touch ‘n Go eWallet Credit Code will be sent to your registered email/Samsung Account after the claim has been approved.

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To redeem Gift 2 and/or Gift 3, the UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging and the AKG Y500 Wireless Headphones respectively, simply follow these steps:

Step 1: Purchase any participating models in Gift 2 and/or Gift 3 during the campaign period.
Step 2: Get a complimentary gift from Samsung.

Stay safe and stay strong together Malaysia.


Stay Stylish with Galaxy A22 & Galaxy A22 5G Pastels

Stay stylish and match your accessories with the latest trends without compromising on amazing features with our Galaxy A22 & Galaxy A22 5G. With two beautiful pastel colours – Violet and Mint – available to choose from for both models, you get to have more fun with your style choices.

A favourite of many since last year, violet and mint have dominated beyond just the tech industry – from fashion to interior design, these beautiful hues are expected to stay for years to come. For a soft and romantic look, pair your outfits with neutrals or go monochromatic! If you’re feeling bold, match your violet smartphone with yellow or pink clothes or accessories. As for mint, colours like peach and soft blue match surprisingly well with the colour.

If pastels are not for you, fret not! The Galaxy A22 is also available in black, and gray for Galaxy A22 5G. These classic and chic colours goes well with everything, especially silver!

Don’t waste your effort and capture some OOTDs with our 48MP main camera, even if you’re dressing up just to stay at home! It allows you to capture clearer, brighter photos day and night with Tetra Binning technology. Worry that you might fill up your gallery in no time and use up 128GB of internal storage? Feel free to add additional storage with a microSD card up to 1TB. With 128GB of internal storage the Galaxy A22 & Galaxy A22 5G are also packed with a powerful 5,000mAh battery, giving you the power to capture more stylish looks with no end.

With every Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A22 5G purchase made until 31
st
August 2021, you will also receive one soft clear cover worth RM39 for free. So what are you waiting for? Grab yours today, here:

Galaxy A22:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a22-mint-128gb-sm-a225flgrxme/
Galaxy A22 5G:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a22-5g-gray-128gb-sm-a226bzajxme/

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Take Awesome Photos with Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A22 5G

Taking pictures couldn’t get any easier these days. Cameras can take up space in your bag and the weight is also pretty hefty depending on the type of camera you are carrying. Save yourself the trouble and opt for a lightweight Galaxy A22 or Galaxy A22 5G instead. Weighing at 186g for Galaxy A22 and 203g for Galaxy A22 5G, carrying these around would not be a hassle for any photography enthusiast.

Both of these devices come with a 48MP main camera with F1.8, giving you enough depth of field – also known as bokeh – in the background when taking pictures of a subject. If you’re a fan of taking pictures at night, the main camera will not disappoint you thanks to Samsung’s Tetra Binning technology that combines four pixels into one. With OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) on Galaxy A22, you can capture sharp photos and record smooth videos, and pull in more light to brighten up your shot in a low-light environment.

If you’re in a tight space and wish to create creative content, the Ultra-Wide cameras feature a 123-degree (Galaxy A22) and 115-degree (Galaxy A22 5G) angle of views – similar to human eyesight — will capture full images with added perspective into your shots. If you’re a fan of taking selfies, both of the devices’ front cameras let you take pictures with an added bokeh effect too, blurring any distractions in the background and making you stand out more – perfect for any beauty content creator that wish to show their makeup looks!

So why wait any longer? If you grab yours from today until 31
st
 August 2021, you will also receive one soft clear cover worth RM39 for free with every Galaxy A22 and Galaxy A22 5G purchase.

For more info on these devices, please visit:

Galaxy A22:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a22-mint-128gb-sm-a225flgrxme/
Galaxy A22 5G:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a22-5g-gray-128gb-sm-a226bzajxme/

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Targus Newport Convertible Backpack/Tote Review – Slim And Fashionable

I love backpacks. Which also means that I love traveling. Having a good and reliable backpack during my daily commute to work plays a role in my comfort and fashion trend, sometimes. I don’t like my backpack to be too big, nor that I like it being too small because I do have to carry my laptop with me. Finding the right size can be a challenge. Things that I need to be in the bag must accommodate to what I need at work – a laptop, the charger for it, my tablet, notepad, a few accessories like earphones, sunglasses and charger for my phone.

I’m not a fashionable person. But I do like modern and nice-to-look-at things. Once in a while I will reward myself with the finer things money can buy, with the limit to what I can afford of course. With that, I will mix and match with other accessories that will bring my overall look to be, well, fashionable.

Targus Newport Convertible Backpack/Tote

The new
 Targus Newport Convertible Backpack
 is one of those practical fashionable backpacks. By convertible here means, it can be a backpack and a tote bag at the same time, simply by tucking the shoulder strap away into the rear compartment. Why is it fashionable? It is slim and made beautifully while being highly practical. As a tote bag, it suits both men and women alike. I personally like it.

Now remember when I said about having quite a lot of items that I need for my daily commute to work? The Targus Newport Convertible Backpack is able to fit all that, and it still has a gorgeous slim look to it. My other (laptop) backpacks would look bulky when I have all the items inside, but not the case with the Targus Newport Convertible Backpack.

The black colour is elegant, sleek and stylish. The outer layer is full black while the inner layer is bright orange. The contrast of the colours made it look even more stunning, in my opinion. It has 5 compartments in total to store your things with shiny chromatic zippers on the front and the top. The rear compartment is where I can tuck the padded shoulder strap away when using it as a tote bag. This compartment is magnetized to keep it close rather than using the zipper.

Front compartment is smaller than the rear. This is where I keep my most frequently used items such as my iPad and card holder. I would keep thin and slim items in this compartment to retain the slim feel of the whole bag. As for the main compartment, it is accessed from the top and the zipper goes all the way across the top.

The main compartment is separated into 3 smaller compartments. The one at the rear is a dedicated protective cradle to place a laptop, with a velcro strap to secure the cradle in place. It is nice and padded nicely to keep my laptop safe from light bumps. Come to think of it, the whole layer surrounding the bag is padded, which is nice.

The front side of the main compartment is the smallest of all. This is where I can store the smaller accessories such as my earphones, sunglasses and portable charger + some charging cables. In between these two compartments is the main and biggest compartment of all. It is also the widest. I store the laptop charger here along with a small bag that I keep some other cables, external and pen drives, wireless earphones and other guy stuffs.

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When I have all these items in my other laptop backpack, it is very bulky and, I have to say it, ugly too. And then along came this Targus Newport Convertible Backpack that changes everything. Sure it does look a little feminine at first, even my wife thinks so. But after a while, it grows on me. It is more about unisex fashion, made for everyone. My metrosexual best friend would like it too. With his fashionable sense, he can elevate the overall look and practicality of the Targus Newport Convertible Backpack to a whole new level.

I have always adored the Targus brand. It is one of my long life dreams to have a Targus bag for me to safely keep my laptop and other gadgets. I have always known of the build quality and workmanship from the brand. Hence why it is also not that cheap for most Malaysians. But, you get what you paid for which is quality, durability, practicality and elegance.

Speaking of quality, the Targus Newport Convertible Backpack is made of high-density water-repellent twill nylon with leatherette accents all over the bag. The first time I touched the bag upon unwrapping it from the delivery package tells me everything about the quality. It is soft to the touch, nicely padded and I love the overall build quality.

I do have to mention that the Targus Newport Convertible Backpack also comes with a loop strap at the rear. This strap is useful when you’re traveling with a small trolley luggage bag. You can easily place the backpack on top of your luggage by inserting the trolley handle through the loop, preventing the backpack from falling off. You will see this often at the airports and used by most flight attendants.

Conclusion

I honestly love this backpack. I really love the slim look and feel of this new Targus Newport Convertible Backpack. No matter how many items I placed in the bag, it still looks slim. But I won’t add too many items in the bag because I don’t want to ruin it, plus it will be too heavy for me to have it on my back during lengthy train rides.

Here are the specification of this Targus Newport Convertible Backpack:

Works With
15″ Laptops and Under
Colour
Black
Style
Tote/Backpack
Protection Level
Good
Capacity
12 Litres
Collection
Newport
Weight
650 g
Dimensions
32.5 x 12 x 40 cm
Laptop Compartment
35.9 x 24.7 cm
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty

I’m sold. I’m never looking at other brands for my backpacks after this other than for hiking and camping. That is a whole different story.

If you’re looking for a brand new backpack, I will suggest this new
 Targus Newport Convertible Backpack/Tote
. You will love how slim it is and how fashionable it is. You can also opt to choose one of Targus’s new Newport collections. They have awesome new designs ranging from a larger laptop backpack to a much smaller and slimmer laptop sleeve. Whichever you choose, you can be sure of the quality of Targus.

You can make a purchase for the new Targus Newport Convertible Backpack/Tote from any of the retailers below:

Retail
Online Retailer
Harvey Norman
Shopee
Aeon
Lazada
Isetan
Bluelogic
SOGO
Zalora
Parkson Store

Watch the video for Targus Newport Convertible Backpack/Tote: