Get Your Galaxy Z Fold2 Today. It is Officially Available in Malaysia!

Samsung Malaysia Electronics today announced the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold2 — a category-defining foldable smartphone technology that puts powerful performance, foldable glass, and an all-day battery all in the palm of your hand — is now officially available in Malaysia. With a cutting-edge mobile technology, the launch of Galaxy Z Fold2 signifies that consumers will be able to unfold the future with infinite possibilities.

“The statement-making Galaxy Z Fold2 is a device that redefines smartphone design and mobile technology. Its revolutionary form factor, industry-leading folding innovation and enhanced durability are what we call innovations of new mobile experience in action. From immersive main screen, optimized app layout, full-viewing cover screen, enhanced multitasking features to innovative flex-mode, Galaxy Z Fold2 brings together the very best of foldable technology to change the shape of the future,” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Refined and Improved Foldable Experience

With an all-new design, featuring a larger 6.2-inch Cover Screen and massive 7.6-inch Main Screen with Infinity-O Displays, Galaxy Z Fold2 promises a true 2-in-1 experience. It’s a smartphone when folded and a tablet when unfolded, offering effortless productivity and immersive experiences.

Galaxy Z Fold2 pairs bold design with refined engineering, expert craftsmanship and powerful technology so you can feel confident with it as your everyday companion. Galaxy Z Fold2’s new design features a Hideaway Hinge with sweeper technology, hands-free functionality with Flex mode, and a foldable glass Main Screen that supports 120Hz refresh rate. It offers the flexibility and versatility that everyday life demands, providing a capturing and viewing experience that is curated to your exact preferences and usage. With intuitive multitasking features and seamless app optimization for the massive Main Screen, you can accomplish tasks you didn’t think were possible on a traditional smartphone.

Galaxy Z Fold2 Launch Promo in Malaysia

The Galaxy Z Fold2 is available in Mystic Black and Mystic Bronze at RRP RM 7,999. Customers who purchase Galaxy Z Fold2 from 25th September – 31st October 2020 will be entitled to amazing gifts – a pair of Buds Live worth RRP RM699 and One-time Inner Screen Crack Protection. On top of that, other launch promotions are available as follows:

Trade in your old device and save up to RM 3,940 off Galaxy Z Fold2.

Purchase Z Fold2 case at 20% off for every purchase of Galaxy Z Fold2 device (promotion ends on 25
th
 Oct).

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PWP Items

RRP

Promotion

Leather Cover

RM 399

Promo price RM 319

Aramid Standing Cover

RM 299

Promo price RM 239

Galaxy Z Premier Service

With the purchase of Galaxy Z Fold2, the Galaxy Z Fold2’s owners are entitled to complimentary customer service benefits, such as 24/7 Premium careline, free onsite pick-up and delivery service, data transfer assistance, diagnostic checks and dedicated priority queue at authorized Samsung Customer Service Centres.

For more information about Galaxy Z Fold2, please visit:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold2/


Harman-Kardon Aura Studio 3 Review – Beautiful Piece of Sound Art

Harman-Kardon Aura Studio 3

RM1,299.00

9

Design

9.5/10

Sound (Low & Bass)

9.5/10

Sound (Mid & High)

9.0/10

Functions

8.0/10

Price

9.0/10

				Pros

Gorgeous design

Small footprint

Awesome bass

Great highs & mids

Quite affordable

				Cons

Lack of sound customization function

No built in battery, only power cord

Only two input options, AUX and Bluetooth

Not so portable as other BT speakers

More info >

I can consider myself to be an audiophile. I love music. I love movies. And I have an ear for quality sounds. I have been tuning the equalizers on my dad’s amplifier since I was a child, even when I don’t know what I was doing back then. Listening to the different sound it made each time I turn the knob tells me what it does and how it will sound like. I love solid bass sounds, but the treble have to match well with the highs and lows too.

I even spoiled myself with a good ICE (in Car Entertainment) a few years back just so that I can have my own personal mobile party vehicle. The punchy bass and crystal clear treble from 4 twitters made everything sounds loud and clear. And my love for audio device never fades even when I had to give up on my ICE system.

Recently, I had the privileged to test and review a new audio speaker by harman-kardon. The popular speaker brand on the European side has been making one of the best sound system in the world and I have always loved their products. But the awesome speaker that I get to review is the
Aura Studio 3
, the latest of the Aura Studio series.

First Look & Design

First of all. It is a speaker all by itself. Secondly, it is a great piece of futuristic art. This is by means the most beautiful “single” speaker that I have ever laid my eyes on. I said “single” speaker because it only comes in one gorgeous dome like design but it actually has an all around 360-degrees speaker + 1 sub-woofer right at the bottom. My first impression of it was Wow that goes on for about 30 minutes.

The clear black tint dome design is very futuristic and the wavy design element act as an ambient light show that is very pleasing to look at, especially at night when you’re just chilling away listening to Phantom of the Opera. The ambient light is an awesome addition to the already beautifully designed speaker. It makes everything about the speaker looks very futuristic.

You can place the Aura Studio 3 anywhere you like. With its shape and size, it suits where ever and however you please. It doesn’t take up much space too. You can either hide it somewhere or leave it to display in the open on top of your table. It will look and sound good no matter where you place it. I will keep on emphasizing this because it does look gorgeous.

At the rear you can see the power socket along with the AUX port in the middle. The power button is located to the left of it and the Bluetooth button to the right of the power socket. At the front, you can only see two volume buttons located at each front sides. All of these buttons are located on a narrow band between the base and the top dome. They’re very discreet, so you won’t really see them unless you’re looking for them.

If you turn the speaker over upside-down, you can see the single woofer at the bottom. If you’re thinking this single medium sized woofer to have a mild bass sound, think again. You can turn the volume up to 100dB without a single breaking sound from this baby.

The Sound

The Aura Studio 3 has the best bass sound in it’s category. I would easily place this Aura Studio 3 right at the top as the best home Bluetooth speaker of 2020. I blasted Enter Sandman by Metalica at the highest possible volume and the Aura Studio 3 managed to rock the house without breaking a sweat. That has to be the most solid bass sound I have ever heard, no cracking and no distortion. It just rocks!

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The surround high and mid range speaker sounds great too. At high volume, it is still able to produce great clear sounds without breaking to match the solid bass. I have to test it out with few other songs from my list but once I played hard bass dance and techno music, the party officially started. Party Rock Anthem never sounded so good and those by Alan Walker placed me in a different world. I fell in love with the Aura Studio 3. I love the look, the ambient lights and most of all, the awesome sound it produces.

My nights were filled with great songs and I think I might woke up the neighbours a few times when I blasted Enter Sandman again, especially with that solid drum intro. Most of the times I tuned in to good music, but how does it sound like for movies?

Never better! As how you heard it for music, it is just as good for movies. I connected the Aura Studio 3 directly to the PC via AUX cable that I connected to the TV as my home movie studio. I fired up Netflix and it’s good to go. Sound quality? Just like in the cinema.

The surround sounded really good here to give that maximum 360-degrees ambient output. Sound from the mid to high range for speech is loud and clear too. I can’t find any faults with the Aura Studio 3 up to this point. Seems like it has been ticking all the right boxes. But in terms of connectivity, I have some bad box to be checked.

The Aura Studio 3 only comes with 2 types of connectivity – Bluetooth 4.2 and AUX only. Some Bluetooth speakers out there supports USB playback but that function is not available with the Aura Studio 3. This can be a little disappointing for some but for me, I prefer to connect it directly via the AUX port for lossless audio. The Bluetooth also has low latency here, so any movies you watch via Bluetooth connectivity will sync well with the speaker.

Another checked bad box is the overall function of the speaker. There are no options or buttons to tune the equalizer. You can only turn the volume up and down so with the Aura Studio 3, you can’t customize the sound output. But having said that, you don’t need to because the sound is already well balanced and tuned. It is just a tuning option that you want, but don’t actually need.

Conclusion

The new harman-kardon Aura Studio 3 is a beautiful piece of art. It looks gorgeous no matter where you place it. You can display it out in the open or partly hidden around the corner. But I very much prefer to show it off in the open so that my guests can be in awe looking at it. Definitely a head turner and eardrum breaker.

Basically, the harman-kardon Aura Studio 3 can play any types of music genres you throw at it. May it be rock, techno, dance, R&B, ballads, jazz or even classical, it will leave you satisfied. I had some great time listening to my favourite rock music and some techno. My movie binge has never been better too. It’s just like watching movies in the cinema. Best to watch is the final battle scene in Avengers Endgame.

The sound does not break at high volumes. There are no distortions as well. From low to high, it still maintains its crystal clear sound and solid bass. I really love the woofer on this bad boy. It produces one of, if not the best solid bass sound in its class. And I personally think the Aura Studio 3 is way above it’s own class when it comes to awesome sound quality.

The Aura Studio 3 performs marvelously in that regard. Moreover, the sound quality is some of the best on the market. It’s very powerful, with enough volume potential to knock your socks off. Not only that, it performs well at all frequencies, so it’s suitable for any genre of music. So with this conclusion, I can safely say that it does satisfy an audiophile like me.


Here Are 6 Reasons to Choose HUAWEI MatePad

HUAWEI has recently unveiled its latest tablet, the
HUAWEI MatePad
 which arrives on Malaysian soil on 9
th
 September. Available in Midnight Grey and priced at only RM1,399, it comes with a complimentary keyboard and other amazing freebies worth up to RM500!

So, why is it a tablet you cannot live without? Well, here are six reasons why the HUAWEI MatePad is the all-rounder that has got you covered.

#1: Experience Entertainment Like Never Before

Many of us prefer to watch our favourite Netflix series on a larger screen with extra pillows on the bed for a comfy night in or when you’re learning new dance moves on YouTube for your next performance. No matter when or how you choose to consume entertainment, you would need an innovative tablet that is able to give you all that you need. The new HUAWEI MatePad has got you covered! Delivering a premium audio experience, the HUAWEI MatePad supports Histen 6.0 to drive 3D stereo sound effects. Music and films sound more immersive than ever with the four high amplitude speakers, which feature an innovative design. And the sound by Harman Kardon reproduces even the most intricate sounds with impeccable clarity, to deliver a home theatre-like cinematic audio experience.

#2: Level-up Your Productivity

Do you sometimes get annoyed when you have to open and close tabs while you refer to multiple apps? Or maybe you need to jot down some notes on your tablet while also viewing texts from your colleagues. All these are made possible with the Multi-Window feature that empowers efficient multi-tasking. This feature allows two apps to be open concurrently, and the best part is, the apps can also interact with each other for maximum multi-tasking efficiency. Text messages can also be replied to via Floating Window, which creates an overlay on top of the active app, enabling users to perform simple tasks without exiting the current activity.

And we are not kidding when we say this new HUAWEI MatePad will make your life smarter! Running on EMUI 10.1, it also comes with Multi-screen Collaboration that will let users connect their HUAWEI smartphone to the tablet and seamlessly use two devices at once on a single display. Calls and text messages on the smartphone can also be responded through the tablet. So, you don’t have to get off your bed anymore when enjoying your precious movie time just to reply your friend’s text while your HUAWEI smartphone charging in the living room. Talk about convenience!

#3: Party with Friends On-the-go?

We are all living in the new norm where social distancing is being practiced and video call is one of the many ways to keep in touch with our friends and family. But how can we make a video call more meaningful and fun? The HUAWEI MatePad comes with HUAWEI MeeTime, a native chat functionality that supports up to 1080p high quality video calling between two HUAWEI devices. Simply “MeeTime” your friends and turn on screen sharing to share thoughts on which dresses to buy together online.

If you’re moving around the house multi-tasking while on MeeTime, the tablet has a new feature called FollowCam which leverages on the 8MP wide-angle front camera to detect moving subjects and intuitively adjusts the screen angle. No matter where you are, FollowCam will always make you the centre of the attention! So, even if you have to be apart from your friends or family, you can still use MeeTime to your benefit and have fun together!

#4: Unleash Your Creativity

Ever heard that creativity is intelligence having fun? It’s time to unleash your creativity using the HUAWEI MatePad. This tablet was made for creative souls as it comes with a keyboard and it can be used with HUAWEI M-Pencil (which can be purchased separately) that will make it easy for you to jot down notes and capture spontaneous inspirations. The HUAWEI M-Pencil features 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, for writing subtle enough to have your finely-honed thoughts and inspirations justice. The pen tip can detect the force exerted by the user, producing lines of varied thickness. Best yet, the HUAWEI M-Pencil can also serve as a pen, painting brush, writing brush, or marker, depending on the need. It interacts with the drawing software to provide versatile use in different stylus modes. If you’re an avid painter, the HUAWEI MatePad serves as a blank palette, where you can bring your artistic vision to life.

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#5: Smarter Tools for A Better Future

The HUAWEI MatePad is fully equipped to let users learn and have fun anytime, anywhere. To provide a comfort experience, the new HUAWEI MatePad features an Eye Comfort mode that further reduces the blue light emissions of the display, as well as eBook mode to lessen eye fatigue if you read for an extended period on your tablet. When eBook mode is enabled, the screen will turn black and white to make it easier on your eyes. So, worry no more if you have to stay up late to prepare for your exams while straining your eyes, this feature will help minimise the discomfort and help you enjoy a comfortable reading experience.

Not just that! It also come with Kids Corner that offer a safe and secure zone for children to learn and have fun with the tablet. Parental control options let parents easily manage the content and apps that are available to their children, as well as the time children can spend on the device. To promote healthy device use, the Kids Corner also includes eye protection modes like blue light filter, posture alerts, bumpy road alerts, brightness alerts, distance alerts and eBook mode to ensure children use the device appropriately.

#6: More Rewards, More Fun!

What could be exciting than getting so many freebies when you purchase a new device! Yes, consumers who purchase the new HUAWEI MatePad will receive a complimentary keyboard and other amazing freebies worth up to RM500.

The freebies include the following items:

Keyboard

HUAWEI Video for 3 months (The Explorers & Qello Concerts channel)

HUAWEI Book (valid till 31
st
 December 2020)

HUAWEI Member Center Rewards

HUAWEI Cloud Storage 15GB for 12 months

Available in Midnight Grey, you can now own a
HUAWEI MatePad
 for only RM1,399 plus all the amazing freebies! This new HUAWEI MatePad will be available beginning 9
th
 September on HUAWEI Store. Furthermore, if you are looking for an entry-level tablet, you can get yourself the new
HUAWEI MatePad T 10
 that will be available for purchase on 9
th
 September at
HUAWEI’s 9.9 Super Sale
 at a special price of RM499, after which it will be priced at RM799. So, why spend more? Be sure to mark your calendars for this amazing deal!

HUAWEI AppGallery – More Secure, More Storage and More Rewards

HUAWEI’s AppGallery
now contains most frequently used apps by Malaysians such as WeChat, Line, HereWeGo, AirAsia, TikTok, Lazada, Touch ‘n Go eWallet, Foodpanda, Maybank2u and more. HUAWEI users can also find and download more apps from the pre-installed “Petal Search Widget” on their device.

The AppGallery is also safe, as it is fortified with four layers of protection that have been certified by the highest industry standards.

For more information please visit:
http://consumer.HUAWEI.com
  or visit our Facebook page
www.facebook.com/HUAWEIMobileMY


HONOR 9A Review – Purely Basic, Potentially Reliable

HONOR 9A

RM549

8.3

Performance

8.0/10

Price

9.0/10

Camera Quality

8.5/10

Functions

7.5/10

Design

8.5/10

				Pros

Lightweight

Nice to hold

Good battery life

Cheap and affordable

Fingerprint sensor works great

				Cons

No Google Services

Fingerprint magnet

No fast charging

Ultrawide angle camera can be better

More info >

It has been a while since I review an HONOR phone. They have been making better phones in the last 2 years and I kept my eyes on them all these time. They have evolved to be an entity away from their main brand HUAWEI and that works really well for HONOR. This time, I had the privilege to test and play around with their newest entry level device, the HONOR 9A.

Since it has been a while that I have reviewed an HONOR phone, I ran a full test on it and did a full daily use for this device. There are some things that I liked about this phone and some that I don’t quite like. So this will be my honest review on the new HONOR 9A for your reading pleasure.

First Look & Design

The unit that I reviewed is the blue version of the HONOR 9A. The colour caught my attention as I opened the box. It is bright blue with shiny finish on it. This tells me that the surface is a fingerprint magnet so I was expecting to do a lot of wiping and cleaning while using it.

Come to think of it, the HONOR 9A feels great in my hand. It has a flat surface on the front and back with little to almost flushed camera bump at the back. The camera actually has very little bump that I was really impressed by. I don’t like phones that has thick camera bump, it becomes wobbly when placed on a flat surface. And the sides of the HONOR 9A is rounded nicely, really comfortable to hold. It also feels really light, which is great.

The HONOR 9A has a large 6.3″ screen and a U-shape notch at the top, and the display is quite vibrant. It only comes in 720×1600 pixels resolution and it doesn’t look too bad. Most of the basic phones comes with a lower resolution display. But with that, you can be sure the battery can last a very long time. The earpiece can also be seen at the top of the display, right above the U-shape notch.

Flipping to the rear, the camera module is located on the upper left of the device while there is a fingerprint sensor right at the top half middle area. The HONOR 9A comes in a triple camera setup while the LED flash is also nested in the “platform”. Like I said earlier, the back of the phone is flat and the camera module is pretty flushed. I like this very much.

On the right side of the phone is the volume rocker at the top and the power button below it. This layout is pretty familiar and it applies to many smartphones out there. So obviously when you look at the left side of the phone, there is the SIM/MicroSD slot. You will be able to use dual SIM simultaneously + a MicroSD card on this device, unlike the hybrid SIM slots that you find in most older HONOR phones.

At the top you can only see a single tiny mic hole while at the bottom you can find the micro USB port, audio jack and the bottom firing speaker. There is another tiny mic hole at the bottom here. Dual mic means stereo video recording is possible. I don’t know why the HONOR 9A didn’t come with a USB type-C but being at this price point, I guess I know why.

The overall look and feel of the HONOR 9A is good. I like that it is light to hold on one hand and it feels good in my hand. The screen can be considered as “tall” so the grip feel a little narrow on the sides, which is good. So far it exceeds my expectations as a basic entry level device.

Here is the tech specifications of the new HONOR 9A:

SoC
: Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12nm), Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)

GPU
: PowerVR GE8320

OS
: Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services

Memory
: 64GB 3GB RAM

Build:
 Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame

Display
:

IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors

6.3 inches, 95.8 cm
2
 (~81.3% screen-to-body ratio)

720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~278 ppi density)

Battery
: Non-removable Li-Po 5000 mAh battery

Camera
:

13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF

5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide)

2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)

Selfie Camera:
 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)

Sensors:
 Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity

Colours:
 Black, Blue, Green

Performance & Usage

First of all, let me tell you that the HONOR 9A does not come with Google Services. Therefore, you won’t be able to install many of your usual apps that are available on the Play Store. The usual ones like Facebook and Instagram are not available to download. So that will be huge turn off for many.

I was quite disappointed that I am not able to install some of my favourite apps that I usually use. Heck, they don’t even have PUBG Mobile in the HUAWEI App Market. Luckily, PUBG has a downloadable APK file from their official website. *phew*

Noted, I won’t be able to download most of my favourite apps. But there is a way to be able to download those apps without using HUAWEI App Market or Google Play Store. I won’t share it here but a little Googling here and there will bring you to that specific app APK file. Download it, install it and you’re good to go.

Using the HONOR 9A is quite pleasant. I had the chance of using it as my daily driver for two whole weeks and there are some love and hate relationships between me and the phone.

Normal social media tasks works like a charm. Emails works well too but it’s a bummer that I can’t use to check my Gmail on it. Luckily my main email is on an IMAP server so the native email app for HONOR is able to connect and sync my emails properly.

The fingerprint sensor works smoothly and very quick. Setting it up takes very little time. It was just so easy. And unlocking the phone with my fingerprint is very quick. Just tap on it and you’re in. I tried this many times. I even tried tapping it real quick, like tap and lift quickly. A few times it worked. Many times it didn’t have enough time to sense the fingerprint. And again, I prefer to have a fingerprint sensor at the back rather than anywhere else.

I managed to last the whole day of full use with the HONOR 9A. The large 5000mAh battery with a low resolution display works well to preserve the battery power. i can use it the whole day today, and plug it in to charge tomorrow afternoon. Since this phone don’t have a quick charging function, it took a little while for the battery to be full. It took about 1 hour and 40 minutes or so to get to full charge.

Photo editing with Snapseed or Canva works well. It is snappy without any obvious lags. It does took a while to export a large photo in Snapseed, about 9 seconds as opposed to 5 seconds on a flagship device. But that’s okay. The whole process works well.

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As for gaming, I did managed to install the APK file for PUBG Mobile from their official website. After I’m done with the installation, I gave it a go. Graphics has to be set to medium-low on the HONOR 9A. This is an entry level phone with basic power. So it is understood that I won’t expect much from it.

Is the game playable on the HONOR 9A? Yes it is!

Surprisingly the game works well although I had to use a low graphic setup. The lags only happened at the beginning of the game. After it has rendered all the elements, it is quite smooth. The touches are responsive and the overall gameplay experience is acceptable. I didn’t have high expectations for this device but this is a good surprise for me. I have experienced a slightly higher spec device that performs poorly when it comes to PUBG. But this HONOR 9A is not bad.

The sounds are loud and clear from the bottom firing speaker. But most of the times I use my earphones. That too sounded good. Listening to music is enjoyable with the speaker and even better with an earphone. If you like watching movies on your phone, this HONOR 9A is not bad. Colours are a little washed out at higher brightness but other than that, it handled HD 1080p movies with ease. Be sure to use a headphone/earphone for your movie binge. It sounds way better.

Camera & Photography

Now the HONOR 9A comes with a triple camera setup. Be mindful that the third camera is actually a depth sensor camera so it doesn’t actually take any photos. It is used to calculate the depth of a focal point to emulate the aperture size of a camera lens to give a
bokeh
 like effect.

The two main cameras comes with 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide) and 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) setup. The low megapixel count quickly tells you that this is just a basic setup. So the question is, can this basic setup produce good quality photos for your IG or social media shares? We shall see from the photos that I took below:

With the normal zoom lens, the result is simple and good. The auto HDR tends to overdo the contrast.

Whereby by ultrawide angle shot is very blurry around the corners. The image looks a little darker too.

On closer shots with the normal wide angle camera, I can see good details in the shot. Image is bright and details are good.

And again with the ultrawide angle shot, the image gets darker and with obvious distortion around the corners.

Again the same thing can be found in the series above. I tend to get better shots with the normal wide angle as opposed to the ultrawide angle camera.

Now this is a comparison for HDR. The image on the left is without HDR and the one on the right is with HDR turned on. Notice anything different? The HDR image is a little too weird looking.

Capturing the image on the grass is okay with the details but a little washed out on the colours. But this is forgivable and can be corrected with an image editor.

Getting a little closer to a subject is okay. Details are good but needs more balance with the colours.

Indoor shots are not bad when there is good light. No obvious noise or distortion can be seen here. I actually like this photo and the cakes looks yummy too.

With the inclusion of my son in the image above, the overall image looks a little dark and couldn’t get the details out.

But a close up on the food looks okay to me. It can use a better post processing functions like correcting the contrast and colour balance.

Night shots are surprisingly good with the help of the night mode. The clarity is excellent with little noise. I’m quite impressed with this shot.

As for the front camera selfie shots, it is good enough for a decent photo. Left is wide angle and on the right is normal angle. Colours are okay too. Can be better.

There are a lot of hits and misses with the camera setup on the HONOR 9A. Sometimes I can get a good photo with the camera but sometimes it looks weird especially with the ultrawide angle camera. Photos are blurry around the edges and corners when using the ultrawide angle camera. This happens a lot. But the normal wide angle camera works well most of the time.

This all depends on how you take the shots. In good lighting areas, you can get good shots 90% of the time but when it gets dark, you will lose the details. The time if took to snap the photo is greatly increased too. From the moment you hit the button, it took about 2 seconds before the photo is snapped. In bright areas, it works much quicker.

As for the front camera, it is good enough to take some decent photos. At least you will still get some good shots for your social media posts and not be disappointed by it.

Conclusion

The HONOR 9A is really a capable low end device depending on how you wish to use it. The overall design is lovely. I love the flat surface at the back and it feels narrow in my hand. That enables me to grip the phone firmly while texting or making a call. But since it has a shiny surface, it is prone to leave fingerprints on it.

For daily use, I don’t have much problems using it. My social media use is smooth and photo editing works well. The only downside of it that really bothers me is the lack of Google Services. The ban only effects HUAWEI, the main brand. But HONOR is trying to be supportive alongside its big brother by ditching Google Services in this device and went with HUAWEI’s App Market instead.

Oh, another thing I don’t like with the HUAWEI App Market is that it loads really slow. It lags at times too. So if I want to install something from the App Market, I have to be slightly patient with the loading time. But the installation works well though. There are still many things that they need to improve with the App Market. But they are getting there.

The battery life is great. I can’t emphasize enough on this. Long battery life is important for many of us nowadays because we are always out and about for work or study. Yes, we can have a powerbank to bring along with us but if the phone’s battery capacity is big, we don’t need that extra weight in our bag. Right?

If you’re looking for a basic phone or a second phone, get it. If you’re looking for your child’s first phone, it’s worth it. But if you’re a gamer or need the phone to do some heavy lifting (like video editing), then it’s not suitable for you.

Having said that, the HONOR 9A is now available for purchase at a very reasonable price. It is retailed for
RM549
 at
HiHonor’s official website
. I think they are having a promotion right now and cost a little cheaper than that. Go check it out.


HONOR 9S Launched – Packing The Latest Magic UI 3.1 And High-End Features

Global technology brand HONOR today launched the HONOR 9S smartphone in Malaysia. The Android-based Magic UI 3.1 update will be available on the HONOR 9S, offering an aesthetically pleasing UX design as well as a selection of user-friendly features. Powered by a 3020mAh battery, up to 32GB of expandable storage and a single rear camera for impressive photography, the HONOR 9S packs more punch for just RM 359 and will be available from 28 September 2020.

Pocket-Sized Perfection with a User-Friendly Viewing Experience

Featuring a 5.45-inch FullView Display with a 1440 x 720-pixel resolution, the HONOR 9S delivers a vivid and immersive viewing experience for gaming and video playback. The HONOR 9S display emits far less blue light, obtaining the Eye Comfort Certification from TÜV Rheinland. Not only does the new technology make the 9S more comfortable to use, but it also maintains a very high color range, ideal for those who spend lots of time on their smartphones.

When it comes to weight, the HONOR 9S is wonderfully light at just 144 grams and features a slim bezel that is 8.35mm thin. Unlike its predecessor, the HONOR 9S is available in three classic colors – Black, Blue and Red with a frosted matte finish.

Latest Magic UI 3.1 Enables Enhanced UX Design and User-Friendly Features

Kitted out with the latest Magic UI 3.1, the HONOR 9S features an all-new Dark Mode which allows users to navigate their smartphone more comfortably. Supported by ergonomics research, the Dark Mode strikes an optimal contrast between text and the background to enhance the overall reading experience. Moreover, color saturation is also modified to ensure greater consistency between the normal mode and Dark Mode. Additional design benefits include an all-new magazine-style layout with larger fonts and more blank space offering a cleaner display.

8MP main Camera and All-Day Long Battery Life

The HONOR 9S features an 8MP main camera with f/2.0 aperture on the back. Supported by advanced technologies, the 8MP main camera is capable of taking shots of panoramas and other pro-grade photos while the 5MP front camera with enhanced Beauty Mode delivers perfect selfies every time.

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In addition to the impressive single camera at the back, the HONOR 9S offers superior battery life. Powered by a 3020mAh battery, the device can easily take you from day to night, supporting up to 21 hours of phone calls and 17 hours of video playback.

Intelligent Performance Upgrades

Running on Android 10, the HONOR 9S features the Huawei App Gallery, which is one of  the world’s three largest app stores, with more than 400 million active users worldwide. With the support of the upgraded Huawei Assistant, you can find all your favorite news and services all in one place through Global Search, Instant Access, SMARTCARE Service Cards, and News Feed.

With 32GB of storage which can be expanded by a microSD card (up to 512GB), users can easily download all their essential and exclusive apps on the HUAWEI App Gallery as well as store plenty of photos and videos without having to move files into computers or portable hard drives. In addition to the microSD slot, HONOR 9S comes with two independent SIM card slots so you can enjoy more storage and still have separate SIM cards for work and personal use.

Price and Availability

The HONOR 9S is a great smartphone offering high-end features and functionality at the affordable price of just RM 359. Available in three classic colors – Black, Blue and Red, the HONOR 9S will officially be available on 28 September 2020 on the brand’s official e-commerce website,
Hihonor
, HONOR Experience Stores (HES), partner stores as well as HONOR’s official store on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

New HONOR 9S owners are in for a treat! For every purchase of the HONOR 9S, customers will receive a free HONOR Thermo Flask and 15 GB Huawei Cloud Storage as well as a 10% voucher off any beverage from Tien Tien Yogurt [天天酸奶], valid at any Tien Tien Yogurt store from October 1 – December 31, 2020. In addition to that, all HONOR users can also flash their HONOR smartphone to receive 10% off Tien Tien Yogurt beverages as well.


HONOR Malaysia Goes Pro with Arrivals of HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro

Global smartphone brand HONOR has confirmed that the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro will be arriving in Malaysia very soon. As a key market, Malaysia is one of the first few countries to welcome the products that were newly launched at IFA this year.

Reinforcing the brand’s commitment in creating a 1+8+N all-scenario strategy, HONOR Malaysia aims to continuously strengthen its Intelligent Lifestyle ecosystem by expanding its offerings locally. HONOR Malaysia aims to empower Malaysian youths with the best everyday devices that emulate the way they approach to fitness, creativity, productivity, and entertainment.

A powerhouse to unleash your creativity, the upgraded HONOR MagicBook Pro comes pre-installed with Microsoft Windows 10 to further enhance productivity. Offering a greater boost in terms of software and hardware compared to its predecessors, the HONOR MagicBook Pro is made to deliver smooth performance even in terms of work, entertainment and even gaming.

The HONOR Watch GS Pro is a rugged smartwatch designed especially for urban adventurers to boost their performance and explore the great outdoors. Equipped with an extraordinary 25-day battery life, the smartwatch is one of the longest-lasting smartwatches currently available in the wearables market. It is built to withstand challenging environments, meeting a total of 14 MIL-STD-810G (military-grade certifications) standard.

Stay tuned to HONOR’s official e-commerce website and information portal at
http://hihonor.com/my
, or check out the official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/HonorMY/
 for the latest updates on the upcoming products.

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HONOR New Outdoor Smartwatch and High-Performance Laptop at IFA 2020

Global technology brand HONOR today announced a suite of smart life products with expanded capabilities and upgraded features at the IFA 2020 Technology Conference. Under the theme “Expand Your Smart Life,” HONOR highlighted how it is committed to empowering young people, expanding the way they approach fitness, creativity, productivity and everyday entertainment.

The upgraded line-up of products offers “Urban Exploration” with the HONOR Watch GS Pro, “Fashionable Fitness” with the HONOR Watch ES and “Creative Productivity” with the all-new HONOR MagicBook Pro. In addition, HONOR announced processor upgrades for the HONOR MagicBook 14 & 15, as well as unveiling the HONOR Pad 6 and three HONOR Choice products to further strengthen its 1+8+N IoT strategy.

Specific details for all of the new products can be found on
HIHONOR store
 after the launch.

HONOR Watch GS Pro: A Rugged Outdoor Smartwatch Made for Adventure Lovers

The HONOR Watch GS Pro is a rugged smartwatch that helps urban adventurers to boost their performance and explore the great outdoors. Equipped with an extraordinary 25-day battery life, the smartwatch is one of the longest-lasting smartwatches currently available in the wearables market. It is built to withstand challenging environments, meeting the 14 MIL-STD-810G standard. Supported by high-precision built-in dual satellite positioning systems, the HONOR Watch GS Pro is equipped with a route back function and route deviation alert to help users explore without worry. In addition, the HONOR Watch GS Pro supports more than 100 workout modes including mountain climbing, hiking, skiing, indoor and outdoor running and free training. It also comes with intuitive health features to monitor users’ wellbeing.

The HONOR Watch GS Pro will be available for pre-order in UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain from 7
th
 September at an MSRP of €249.9, and will be available in Charcoal Black, Marl White and Camo Blue.

HONOR Watch ES: Your Personal Virtual Coach On-the-Go

The HONOR Watch ES caters to fashion-forward fitness enthusiasts who aspire to lead healthier lives. With a stylish 1.64-inch AMOLED display, 95 workout modes, 12 animated workout courses with specific scenarios such as fat burn and abs workout and a range of stunning health and fitness tracking capabilities, the HONOR Watch ES helps users to manage their physical and mental wellbeing while sporting a trendy look, without the premium price tag.

The HONOR Watch ES will be available for pre-order in UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain from 7
th
 September at an MSRP of €99.9, and will be available in Meteorite Black, Coral Pink, and Icelandic White.

HONOR MagicBook Pro: A Powerhouse to Unleash Your Creativity

The HONOR MagicBook Pro, pre-installed with Microsoft Windows 10, helps creative professionals to enhance their productivity and boost their creativity. Boasting a state-of-the-art AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor with integrated Radeon™ Graphics and 6 cores and 12 threads, the HONOR MagicBook Pro delivers smooth performance even when handling complex tasks.

With an ultra-fast 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD storage drive and 16GB DDR4 dual-channel RAM, the HONOR MagicBook Pro guarantees blistering data speeds when reading and transferring files. Furthermore, it features a stunning 16.1 inch FullView display with 100% sRGB color gamut, making it perfect for viewing photos, movies and browsing the web as well as for professional applications that demand greater color accuracy and consistent image brightness.

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With a smaller footprint, measuring at 369 mm x 234 mm x 16.9 mm, its compact and lightweight design makes the HONOR MagicBook Pro perfect for today’s flexible workforce, allowing users to enjoy games, movies and work on the go.

HONOR also announced its collaboration with Red Bull as the Official Mobile Services and PC Partner of Red Bull Basement 2020. The HONOR MagicBook Pro aims to help students innovate at university today and make a positive impact on the world tomorrow.

The HONOR MagicBook Pro (16+512GB) empowered by AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor will be available in Germany from 7
th
 September, as well as UK and France from 8
th
 September at an MSRP of €899.9.

Designed for day-to-day tasks to take users from work to play, the AMD refresh of the HONOR MagicBook 14 and 15 enhances computing experience with Ryzen 5 4500U processors, along with a stunning minimalist design and a FullView display, all packed into in a slim and lightweight body. The latest additions to the HONOR MagicBook Series embody the brand’s relentless pursuit of bringing the highest quality and finest craftsmanship of products to its global users.

The HONOR MagicBook 14 (8+512GB) empowered by AMD Ryzen 5 4500U processor will be available in UK, France and Germany from 21
st
 September at an MSRP of €749.9.

The HONOR MagicBook 15 (8+512GB) empowered by AMD Ryzen 5 4500U processor will be available in UK, France and Germany beginning early October at an MSRP of €699.9.

HONOR also introduced the HONOR Pad 6 and three HONOR Choice products including the Percussion Massage Gun EVO, usmile Sonic Electric Toothbrush P1001, and Antibacterial Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, to build a comprehensive suite of smart life products for global youth. Featuring a 10.1” Full HD display and symmetrical 1620 high-amplitude dual speakers, the HONOR Pad 6 promises users a truly immersive audio-visual experience.

Weighing just 460g and with a slim body that is just 7.55mm thick, coupled with enhanced connectivity through Wi-Fi and LTE options, the HONOR Pad 6 is the perfect daily companion for carrying around on-the-go whether traveling, commuting or relaxing at home.

HONOR’s new product launches were recognized by the 2020 IFA Product Technology Innovation Award (IFA-PTIA). Jointly presented by International Data Group (IDG) and the AHK (German Industry & Commerce Ltd.), supported by IFA, CE China, and CE Summit, the IFA-PTIA awards outstanding products that are pioneers in the development of the consumer electronics industry. The HONOR Watch GS Pro and HONOR MagicBook Pro were awarded the Outdoor Innovation Wearable Gold Award and High-Performance Innovative Laptop Gold Award respectively.

“At HONOR, we are committed to bringing unrivalled products at unbeatable value to our global users, and we’re happy to see the overwhelming response from them. The HONOR Router 3 was recommended by Tech Advisor as one of the best budget routers, while HONOR’s MagicBooks achieved a 287.9% increase in shipment between Q1 and Q2 of 2020. For wearables business, HONOR achieved a year on year growth in shipments of 235% in H1 2020. As young people around the world adapt to a new way of living, working and playing, HONOR is dedicated to providing innovative technology and inspiring products to empower global youth, encouraging them to expand their smart life,” said George Zhao, President of HONOR Global.


HONOR Sees 62% YOY Increase In Wearables Sell-Outs

Global smartphone brand HONOR today announced its business achievements for the first half of the financial year 2020 as part of the Huawei Consumer Business Group’s (CBG) dual-brand strategy. The company also revealed its plans for the second half in the local market.

In China, smartphone sales fell by 22% year-on-year in the first quarter, with an exception of Huawei, which saw a 7% increase compared to the same period last year.

Huawei’s overall net profit grew by 13.1% year-on-year in first half of the financial year 2020 – elevating the brand’s ranking in the Fortune Global 500 2020 to 49th place. As for HONOR, the brand ranked 21st in brand equity researcher BrandZ™’s “Top 50 Chinese Global Brand Builders 2020” list and saw a 34% increase in its brand score comparing to 2019.

In Malaysia, HONOR saw a 62% year-on-year increase in its wearables being sold out in in first half of the financial year 2020 – an impressive feat, considering that it has only been less than two years since the company launched its Intelligent Lifestyle range. This achievement is largely attributed to its “1+8+N” All-Scenario Strategy and earned the brand second place in the wearables category in Malaysia in the first quarter of the year.

The company also saw a significant increase of 38% in smartphone sell-outs in the second quarter of the year.

HONOR Malaysia welcomes its new Country Head

In August, HONOR Malaysia welcomed its new Country Head Mr. Daniel Guo. In his role, Mr. Guo oversees all business strategy implementations and operations across all departments.

Mr. Guo has 19 years of experience in the technology industry, in both corporate and consumer divisions. During this time, he gained a wide breadth of experience in multiple markets, including Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Mr. Guo has also held a number of senior management positions within the CBG, both in China and globally. Most recently, he was Director of HONOR International Business – a role he held since November 2015 where he led international sales operations and oversaw the go-to markets for HONOR.

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Exciting tech innovations in store for H2 2020

For the second half of the year, HONOR will continue leveraging Huawei’s latest innovations to offer local consumers accessible products that features the brand’s latest technology, superior quality, and a youthful personality.

The following are HONOR’s highlights consumers can look forward to in the second half of year 2020:

High Performance Cameras
: HONOR’s improved industry-leading cameras ensure a richer photography experience.

HONOR Shark Tech
: A new concept for youth to experience the latest technological innovations across all upcoming HONOR products – from smartphones to laptops.

HONOR Youth Club:
 A community youth club under HONOR Club for members to connect and share through technology. HONOR will welcome young opinion leaders to create a diverse and open platform for members to explore their unique personalities.

HONOR Intelligent Lifestyle

0
: Continuous expansion of variety to offer consumers a more sophisticated and connected lifestyle under four pillars: Intelligent Tech, Health, Work and Entertainment.

For more information, visit HONOR’s official e-commerce website and information portal at
http://hihonor.com/my
, or check out the official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/HonorMY/
 for updates.


HP Anti-Counterfeiting and Fraud Program Protects Malaysian Online Shoppers Against Counterfeit Supplies

HP Inc. today announced that its HP Anti-Counterfeiting and Fraud (ACF) Program has seized US$2.5 million in counterfeit supplies and delisted over 12,800 online sites in the last 7 months across Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore. As consumers turn to online shopping, the risk associated with it has increased.  To bolster protection and support for online partners and HP consumers, HP extended its ACF efforts to the online retail space. In Malaysia, 91,681 USD in counterfeit supplies was seized and 459 were delisted from online shopping sites.

Trade in counterfeit and pirated goods has risen steadily in the last few years, accounting for at least 3.3% of global trade. In South East Asia, the range of counterfeit goods being traded in the black market by organized crime syndicates has grown to include everything from ink and toner print supplies and automobile parts to handbags and alcohol, generating an estimated value up to USD$ 35.9 billion annually.

Counterfeit ink and toner print supplies pose a serious threat to consumers and businesses alike. The use of unlawful counterfeit supplies can result in printer damage, malfunctions, and printer hardware warranties becoming void. More importantly, it can result in lost revenue and unnecessary downtime for consumers and businesses that many cannot afford.

The HP ACF program combats the production and distribution of counterfeit ink and toner print supplies. It delivers added value to consumers, business customers and partners to ensure security, reputation protection, seamless operations and savings on costs as they keep going with tighter resources.

To identify counterfeit sellers, HP scours millions of online product listing pages across South East Asia and Korea – examining uses of the company’s copyrighted imagery, trademarks and other unique identifiers. This helps to identify sellers who are deceiving customers as well as sellers pretending to be authorized resellers. When a seller is confirmed to be retailing counterfeit ink and toner supplies, they are reported to the online marketplaces who act on the information and remove the listings. Authorized online partners also work closely with HP to enhance brand protection and identify the origins of such products to ensure that consumer exposure to counterfeit ink and toner supplies is reduced.

From November 2019 to May 2020, over 12,800 listings were removed across South East Asia and Korea, of which 459 were from Malaysia. This process helps reduce the risk of customers and partners unintentionally purchasing counterfeit ink and toner supplies as they work, learn and earn from home and remote locations.

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HP conducts regular checks and raids to reduce counterfeits in the supply chain. For over 20 years, HP has partnered with local law enforcement across South East Asia and Korea to arrest counterfeit resellers who prey on unsuspecting customers and partners both offline and online. In the last eight months, 72 counterfeit resellers have been arrested in raids where local seized items included finished and unfinished cartridges, packaging materials and various sets of labels.

Large and medium-sized HP customers can further protect themselves by requesting for a complimentary Customer Delivery Inspection (CDI) offered at
www.hp.com/anticounterfeit
. Many customers have benefitted from this service, especially if there is suspicion that they have received counterfeit ink or toner supplies in their delivery from non-authorized resellers. HP also proactively protects channel partners and customers from unauthorized printing supplies through the Channel Partner Protection Audits (CPPA), an audit for HP’s partners. The 187 partners who passed the CPPA this year can communicate this badge of authenticity and originality to their customers. This in turn, gives partners and customers the peace of mind that their ink and toner print supplies are 100 percent genuine.

Companies and consumers can follow the following tips to combat counterfeit ink and toner supplies:

Authenticate purchases through mobile devices by scanning the QR code on the packaging

Verify the product online at hp.com/go/ok by entering the product serial number

Tilt the security label to check for the presence of a holographic image on the security seal label

Be wary of dubious sales methods and if possible, only buy from HP authorized sales partners

Explicitly ask for Original HP ink and toner supplies

If you suspect that counterfeit supplies have been purchased, take the following actions:

Visit hp.com/go/anticounterfeit and click on ‘Report counterfeit’

Get in touch via email at
anti-counterfeit@hp.com

For more information on how to recognize an Original HP Ink or Toner, report a fake or prevent further fraud, please visit:
https://ssl.www8.hp.com/h22234/auth/ok

For more information about HP’s print innovation including HP printers, and original ink and toner supplies, visit
https://www8.hp.com/my/en/home.html
 or contact a HP authorized reseller at
https://www8.hp.com/my/en/contact-hp/how-to-buy.html
.


HUAWEI Showcases Key Milestones Achieved with its Local Partners During HUAWEI Developer Conference 2020

HUAWEI Consumer Business Group held its annual HUAWEI Developer Conference (HDC) 2020 themed “HDC · Together” from 10 to 12 September 2020 in Songshan Lake, Dongguan to announce the technical upgrades and development progress of HUAWEI Mobile Services (HMS) ecosystem. During the ‘Grow with HMS Best Practices’ virtual global tech session, five app partners from Asia-Pacific (APAC) were invited to present key milestones that they’ve achieved in collaboration with HUAWEI towards building a “Seamless AI Life”.

The HMS ecosystem has achieved rapid growth globally. As of September, there are 1.8 million registered HUAWEI Developers worldwide to continuously create apps through HMS open capabilities. Since its global launch in April 2018, the HUAWEI AppGallery has now successfully attracted 490 million monthly users across 170 countries and achieved 261 billion app downloads within the first eight months of this year.

Co-marketing to promote app growth

In growing the ecosystem, HMS have supported partners by tailoring the co-marketing campaign based on the app’s unique selling points and local preferences.

In the Philippines, HMS collaborated with Kumu livestreaming app to launch the “Mother’s Day”-themed campaign in May. The mechanics entailed viewers to purchase virtual HUAWEI products such as HUAWEI P40 and smartwatch through Kumu’s livestreams and send them as gifts to support their favourite live streamers’ leaderboard standings.

The livestream videos broadcasted under this campaign had successfully reached more than 1 million users. After the two-week campaign, Kumu’s paid users increased by 220%, and in-app purchases grew by 40 times.

“The overwhelming co-marketing results were attributed to HUAWEI AppGallery’s full-funnel marketing support and campaign mechanic specially tailored based on Kumu’s unique selling point,” said James Rumohr, Chief of Staff and Head of Community of Kumu Philippines.

Effortless and simple HMS integration experience

Early this year, HUAWEI have set up technical teams in key APAC markets to assist app developers on the HMS app integration process. In Thailand, Wongnai and LINE MAN have integrated with HMS Core kits to be part of the HUAWEI ecosystem.

Established since 2010, Wongnai is one of the leading lifestyle apps focusing on the food and beverage industry and it owns the largest restaurant database in Thailand.

HUAWEI smartphone users are accounted for the second-largest of Wongnai Android users. The app took three weeks to integrate with HMS Core Kits and launched onto the HUAWEI AppGallery in March.

“From the technical perspective, HMS open capabilities covered all the functionalities that Wongnai needed. We’ve integrated with HMS Map Kit, Location Kit, and Site Kit. The integration was simple and easy, as the class and method of HMS APIs and SDKs are similar to the other mobile services, which eased the code conversion,” said Pattrawoot, Chief Technology Officer of Wongnai Thailand.

On the other hand, LINE MAN, the on-demand delivery service app covering taxi-hailing, messenger, parcel delivery and more, was newly onboarded into the HUAWEI AppGallery in June.

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The location-focused app decided to first integrate with HMS Map Kit and Location Kit. To ease the future app maintenance, LINE MAN also added a set of logic APIs into the app, to make it run smoothly on HMS devices and other mobile services.

“We have added a set of logic into our app to make it compatible with HMS and other mobile services. With these APIs, our app would first check if the current device is running on HMS or other mobile services, and then determine which type of Map to be displayed to users,” said Xinming Zhao, the COO of LINE MAN.

Zhao added that, with this function, all the codes and APIs required for an app to run on HMS and other mobile services are packaged into one APK, which helps to save time on in-app testing and maintenance.

Hybrid, multi-platform distribution solutions

HMS also provides hybrid, multi-platform distribution across the ecosystem for its partners to reach out to a larger user pool.

Star Media Group (SMG), a multi-channel media group based in Malaysia, onboarded all of its six applications including The Star, Star ePaper, Star Property, Kuali, 988, and Dimsum Entertainment into the HUAWEI AppGallery in October 2019. Additionally, SMG had also connected to ‘HUAWEI Ability Gallery’ (HAG) capabilities to make its content services available through HUAWEI Video and HUAWEI Assistant∙TODAY.

“These capabilities opened up multiple touchpoints for our content across the HMS products. For example, the HUAWEI Video app is a new platform for us to promote our subscription video-on-demand, Dimsum Entertainment; while HAG services help increase the visibility of our content and increase user interaction by featuring our content on HUAWEI Assistant∙TODAY. This collaboration has resulted in over 410,000 apps downloaded and average monthly video views growth of 704% within 6 months. ” said Lam Swee Kim, Chief Marketing Officer of Star Media Group.

SMG also newly implemented the HUAWEI Ad kit in their applications to start monetizing the in-app traffic.

Future Outlook on HUAWEI Ads

HUAWEI Ads enable app developers to monetize the in-app traffic by placing advertisement in their apps and allow advertisers to tap into HUAWEI device’s broad user base. HUAWEI has been actively engaging with the GroupM advertising group to pilot the HUAWEI Ad service to spearhead it in the Malaysia market.

“We believe that 5G technology can further transform the mobile ad experience; and this is where HUAWEI has a significant advantage over its competitors. With 5G, issues such as lagging and latency can be easily resolved. Additionally, higher data speed, improved geo-capabilities, and better sensors will also enhance the location targeting services,” said Law Chan Keong, Chief Investment Officer of GroupM Malaysia.

To watch the full video, please visit:
https://developer.HUAWEI.com/consumer/en/events/hdc2020/


Huawei and Intel Jointly Launch the Next-Gen FusionServer Pro V6 Intelligent Server

The event of Working Together to Drive New Value — FusionServer Pro V6 Launch held by Huawei was broadcast live globally. This event saw the official launch of the Huawei FusionServer Pro 2488H V6, the latest member to the FusionServer Pro product family. This is a showpiece product that displays a perfect combination of innovation and superior performance. It is built on Huawei’s commitment to industry partnerships for a prosperous computing industry and marks a significant step to the rapid digital transformation of industries.

Empowering the Digital Age with High Performance

Kenneth Zhang, President of FusionServer Business, Huawei, spoke at length about how the computing industry needs to combine higher single-node computing power and density with intelligent O&M, to tackle the current challenges. “Improving server performance at the system level” Kenneth said, “along with high-density data center deployment and intelligent O&M, is essential for the development of the computing industry”.

Huawei FusionServer Pro intelligent servers run on the x86 architecture to unlock powerful general and heterogeneous computing. The next-generation FusionServer Pro 2488H V6 houses four 3rd Gen Intel
®
 Xeon
®
 Scalable processors in a 2U space, with 48 DDR4 DIMMs and 11 PCIe slots for local storage. The intelligent server is equipped with the latest AI training and inference modules to unleash up to 560 TFLOPS computing power on a single node.

Intel is one of the most important global partners of Huawei, attending the launch event of the FusionServer Pro 2488H V6, where it demonstrated the latest Intel data center products. One such product was the 3rd Gen Intel
®
 Xeon
®
Scalable processor. It provides AI acceleration and takes embedded AI performance to the next level with Intel
®
 Deep Learning Boost (Intel
®
 DL Boost) that supports the bfloat 16 format. The new generation product delivers 1.9 times higher inference performance than that of its predecessor. Intel offers memory technology in the form of the Intel
®
 Optane™ persistent memory (PMem) 200 series to support real-time big data analytics. Running on the unrivaled configuration of the next-generation Intel processor, Huawei FusionServer Pro 2488H V6 delivers higher performance and better services for customers.

Advancing the Ecosystem with Close Collaboration

A thriving ecosystem supports technology and product development from the ground up. This explains why Huawei continues to develop ecosystems and advocates collaboration for mutual benefits. Kenneth Zhang noted that by working with Intel and other global partners, Huawei has built a broad portfolio of FusionServer Pro intelligent server products and solutions. “Thanks to our concerted effort, the FusionServer Pro collaborative ecosystem has flourished”, Kenneth said.

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Another set of diversified joint solutions is the Huawei SAP HANA solutions. These joint solutions consist of single-node, cluster, and TDI solutions and feature high performance, high reliability, and smooth scaling. The joint solutions are empowered by the Huawei FusionServer Pro series, allowing enterprises to accelerate their critical services, such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) and data warehouse, and quickly analyze key data to efficiently tap into the value of mass data.

Another speaker at the event was Li Peisong, Head of SAP Partner Adoption Center (SAP PAC) China, an important partner of Huawei. In his opinions, thanks to the close technical collaboration between SAP PAC and Huawei, the joint products are able to achieve high performance and serve as an IT platform that fully complies with the technical specifications of SAP.

Huawei FusionServer Pro series is highly regarded by other industry partners at the event. Leon Wang, Executive Director and CEO of Automated Systems Holdings Limited (ASL), a global solution provider listed on the Hong Kong Main Board, presented the benefits of Huawei FusionServer Pro intelligent server products. For Leon, ASL will partner with Huawei to drive their business to new heights and create new value together.

New 5G, AI, and cloud technologies are making digital transformation a possibility. However, it does bring certain challenges, such as the requirement for diversified computing in every facet of the society. To embrace these challenges, Huawei will work with Intel and other global partners to fulfill the commitment to a global diversified supply system and supercharge the computing industry and ecosystem. Together, we will offer the premium FusionServer Pro intelligent server products and solutions for customers, providing unparalleled performance and a prosperous ecosystem that help industries move to digital.

HUAWEI CONNECT 2020 is an annual flagship event hosted by Huawei for the global ICT industry and is being held in Shanghai from September 23 to 26, 2020. HUAWEI CONNECT is an open platform designed to help our customers and partners navigate these changes, share experience, and work together to create new value. At this year’s event, we will explore trends and opportunities in industry digitization; showcase advanced ICT technologies, products, and solutions; give you an insider’s look at the fruits of joint innovation; and share best practices in digital transformation. Our ultimate goal is to build an open and sound industry ecosystem that will benefit all stakeholders and create new value for all industries.

For more information, click
here
.


Inspiring Movies with Valuable Lessons That You Should Watch with Your Family

Social issues around the world have been the topic of discussions for many lately, especially discrimination. This is an ongoing issue in countries around the world. Which is why, it is all the more important for us to instill valuable and respectful life lessons in children who are continuously forming their views and belief systems through the experiences of life. They are the future of our country after all.

Children are especially known to copy everything an adult shows them, not just the steps that lead to some outcome, but it appears to be a universal human activity, according to Dr. Rick Nauert who is also an associate professor for Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals. One way parents and families can introduce good values and teachings to children is through watching informative, yet heart-warming movies that provide compelling examples as a source of inspiration and education.

But just what movies to watch, I hear you ask? Fret not. We understand the struggles of filtering through a long list of movies and with new movies being released every month, we have narrowed it down for you.

Up (2009): Sometimes, family does not have to be blood-related

If you love Pixar movies such as Monsters, Inc., or Toy Story, you would definitely love this animated movie. Up tells the story of an elderly widower named Carl Fredricksen who sets out to fulfil his dream of seeing the wilds of South America as a promise he made to his late wife, Ellie. Along the way, he meets Russell, a young Wilderness Explorer who is trying to earn his final merit badge for “Assisting the Elderly.”

Adventure? Humour-filled? Check and check! This lovely and slightly whimsical animated movie pulls the heartstrings of both young and old with the distinguished touch of Pixar’s magic. Carl and Russell’s relationship shows children that familial love can sometimes be formed outside of blood relations and one is never too old for an adventure of a lifetime. We can’t say which is more adorable – Carl, the exteriorly grumpy yet interiorly soft grandpa that everyone loves or Russell, the quirky, funny kid that has everyone going “aww.”

Of course, watching a colourful animated movie like Up would be made even better with a TV that accentuates the exquisite colour palette and magical landscape. With its Pure Colours feature, LG NanoCell TV possesses the ability to deliver visuals for a spectacular and more lifelike experience. It provides the Very Impressive Picture (VIP) experience and vibrant movies will look astonishingly realistic on the LG NanoCell TV. Now with 8K resolution, every speck of particles and pixels will be brought to life. Forget about going to the cinemas, you can now have your own little mini home cinema mixed in with your very own VIP experience!

Harry Potter movie series: Love, sacrifice, acceptance, and friendship

The title itself needs no introduction. Harry Potter books and movie series are well-loved and celebrated across the globe and it became a literary phenomenon, all thanks to J.K. Rowling.

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Banding together to defeat the most feared villain, Lord Voldemort (He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named), in the Wizardry world, most characters in the movie series display love, courage, sacrifice, friendship and acceptance. One of the largest valuable life lessons from the Harry Potter books and movie series discuss acceptance and inclusivity for people and creatures of all shapes and sizes. Who would forget Harry’s care for the often-bullied house elf Dobby or Hagrid’s fondness for his giant spider Aragog?

A jam-packed action and fantasy movie series would be best watched on a TV with immersive viewing. Did you know that the LG NanoCell TV is equipped with the α9 Gen3 AI, which uses deep-learning algorithms to analyse and automatically adjusts on-screen content? Well, now you do! The LG NanoCell TV upscales text and images with enhanced detail and definition, turning your favourite movies into a realistic work of art. What better way to truly experience Hogwarts than a lifelike viewing experience?

Finding Nemo (2003): Parents would do anything for their child(ren)

Finding nemo has somewhat become a classic when it comes to animated movies. The movie portrays the story of a clownfish named Marlin who is on a quest to find his missing son, Nemo and befriends a blue tang fish named Dory who suffers from acute short-term memory loss along the way. Together, the dynamic duo sets on a dangerous but humorous path in learning about teamwork, friendship and most importantly, family will do anything for family.

The central theme of Finding Nemo is Marlin’s resilience in finding Nemo and he would do anything for his son. The movie encourages trust and independence in one’s child(ren). This is a movie that both parents and children can learn a lot from while spending time together. Also, no one would want to miss the iconic “whaling” (pun intended) of Dory’s that has since become a famous catchphrase, or should I say whale-phrase, when she communicates with a Blue whale.

The making of Finding Nemo focuses on the underwater environment that is graceful and beautiful. With the elegantly well-thought-out computer-animated settings by the production team of the movie, it would only do it justice if the movie is watch on a TV that can capture the essence of the underwater environment. LG NanoCell TV has the Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos features that can deliver the creator’s vision. The Dolby Vision IQ intelligently adjusting the screen brightness, colour and contrast for genre and lighting conditions. The underwater environment that the movie’s production team beautifully portrayed can now be brought to life. You can enjoy the movie fully with its immersive audio and visual.

And there you have it – some of the few heart-warming and feel-good movies to watch on a family movie night. Tuck yourself in comfortably on your sofa with your family and prepare some popcorn because you’re about to go on an emotional yet fulfilling ride with these movies. Plus, you can feel the VIP experience surrounding your home when watching the movies!


Introducing the Galaxy Z Fold2: Change the Shape of the Future

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd
today unveiled the next generation of its category-defining foldable device, the
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2
. Packed with enhanced refinements and meaningful innovations, the Galaxy Z Fold2 delivers new foldable experiences for those who enjoy being on the cutting edge of technology. With a larger Cover Screen and massive Main Screen, the Galaxy Z Fold2 combines solid design and expert craftsmanship with intuitive new features for a unique mobile experience that offers the versatility that everyday life demands.

“Our journey towards the next generation of mobile devices is full of originality and innovation,” said Dr.
 TM Roh, President and
Head of Mobile Communications Business,
Samsung Electronics.
“With the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2, we closely listened to user feedback to ensure we were bringing meaningful improvements to the hardware, while also developing new innovations to enhance the user experience. Further strengthened by our industry-leading partnerships with Google and Microsoft, we’re reshaping and redefining the possibilities of the mobile device experience.”

New Refined Design

The Galaxy Z Fold2 pairs bold design with advanced engineering so you can feel confident using it every day.

Complete and Immersive Content Experiences
[1]
 –
A 6.2-inch Infinity-O Cover Screen provides maximum usability so you can check email, look up directions, or even watch your favorite content without needing to unfold your device every time. When unfolded, the massive 7.6-inch Main Screen, with minimized bezels and notch-less Front Camera , immerses you with a 120Hz adaptable refresh rate for smooth scrolling and gameplay. To complete the experience, the Galaxy Z Fold2 comes with the best dynamic sound available on a Galaxy device to date, with enhanced stereo effect and clearer sound provided by high-dynamic dual speakers.
Solid Design and Expert Craftsmanship

–
 The Galaxy Z Fold2 is re-engineered with a sleek, unified design that delivers a smooth, high-end feel. Samsung Ultra Thin Glass is now on the Main Screen, providing a more premium and refined feel for the display. Its design is anchored by the Hideaway Hinge, which fits seamlessly into the device body with the CAM mechanism and enables free standing capabilities
[2]
 that power all new Flex mode experiences. Galaxy Z Fold2 also employs sweeper technology, first introduced on the Galaxy Z Flip, within the gap between the body and hinge housing to repel dust and undesirable particles. As Galaxy Z Fold2 features a third-generation refined design, the space for the sweeper structure is even smaller than on the Galaxy Z Flip. To achieve this, Samsung developed new innovative sweeper technology to achieve the same level of protection in a smaller space.  The Galaxy Z Fold2 Hideaway Hinge features revolutionary slim cutting technology, modified fiber composition and adjusted fiber density.
Customizable to Match Your Style –
For those looking to stand out even more, Samsung is offering an online tool to customize your Galaxy Z Fold2 with four distinct Hideaway Hinge colors – Metallic Silver, Metallic Gold, Metallic Red, and Metallic Blue. Now you can create the Galaxy Z Fold2 that perfectly complements your unique style, adding a personalized touch to premium design
[3]
.

Capture and View Exactly How You Want

The innovative foldable form factor and its sophisticated design are taken to the next level with unique mobile experiences on the Galaxy Z Fold2. The Galaxy Z Fold2 pairs Flex mode
[4]
 with App Continuity
[5]
 to provide expanded usability, crossing the boundary between the Cover and Main Screen. This flexibility enables you to create or view content that is curated to your exact preferences, from folded to unfolded.

A Device That is as Flexible and Productive as You

Are
 – With Flex mode, it’s now easier than ever to capture content and review in real time. With Capture View Mode
[6]
, now you won’t have to leave the Camera app. Clearly see the photo or video you just took or review up to five of your most recent captures on the bottom half of the Main Screen, and the preview of your next shot will be on the top half. Or take your creativity one step further with Auto framing
[7]
. Whether you’re jumping in on the latest social dance or showing off your cooking skills, the Galaxy Z Fold2 can record hands-free video and keep the subject in focus even when it moves.
Features to Support Your Creativity
–Rethink content capturing by incorporating both the photographer and subject’s perspective into getting the shot. Using the Main and Cover Screen at the same time with Dual Preview, both parties can see what’s being captured. What’s more, thanks to the Galaxy Z Fold2’s flexibility, take a high-quality selfie with the rear cameras with the Cover Screen acting as the viewfinder.
Flagship Camera Features
–TheGalaxy Z Fold2’s camera also offers flagship-level camera quality and control. With Pro Video mode
[8]
, Single Take
[9]
, Bright Night
[10]
 and Night Mode, the Galaxy Z Fold2 helps you capture the moment in stunning quality.

Maximize Every Moment

The Galaxy Z Fold2 aligns next generation mobile productivity with advanced multitasking capabilities thanks to new intuitive ways to interact. Get the most out of your day by tailoring the Galaxy Z Fold2’s tablet-sized Main Screen to fit in with your working style.

Seamless Multitasking
–

Use advanced Multi-Active Window
[11]
 to control your screen layout with more ease and flexibility. Experience more productivity now that you can open multiple files from the same app at the same time and view them side by side
[12]
. With an improved Multi-Window Tray, you can open multiple apps at once with the integration of App Pair and the Edge Panel to enjoy added convenience. With drag and drop
[13]
, you can simply drag text, images and documents from one app to another for instant transfer. Or quickly screen capture in one app and transfer the captured image into another seamlessly with Split Screen Capture.
Optimized App Interactions to Support Your Flow
–

Choose the most optimized UI on the Main Screen to suit your needs. Quickly and easily switch layouts between a large screen layout or traditional phone layout in the Settings
[14]
.
Optimized App Display
–

Maximize every moment in your daily life and upgrade the viewing experience of your favorite apps, including Gmail, YouTube and Spotify. Use the Main Screen with Office apps in Microsoft 365 to mimic the tablet experience. For example, use Microsoft Outlook to its true potential by viewing your inbox on the left side with current conversations at the same time. Draft Word documents, Excel spreadsheets or PowerPoint presentations with PC-like toolbar arrangements.

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Galaxy Leadership Strengthened by Strategic Partnerships

Samsung has an open and collaborative approach to partnerships. Through a long-standing partnership with Google, Samsung established an open ecosystem for foldable devices. With this partnership, Samsung has fostered foldable UX innovation to realize the goal of creating the ultimate form factor. Furthermore, a trusted partnership with Microsoft, combined with the Galaxy Z Fold2’s advanced hardware and large screen experience, allows users to maximize their productivity in mobile environments.

Building on its longstanding legacy of Galaxy leadership, Samsung once again pushes the boundaries of mobile innovation and engineering. With the Galaxy Z Fold2, users can access ultra-fast speeds thanks to its full 5G
[15]
 band compatibility, while the 4,500mAh All Day Battery
[16]
 and Super Fast Charging
[17]
 means you can do more without worrying about your battery life. Galaxy Z Fold2 also offers Samsung DeX wireless connection
[18]
 for clutter free work productivity, while UWB (Ultra Wide Band)
[19]
 technology is integrated into the device making it quick and easy to share files, photos or videos with Nearby Share.
[20]

Galaxy Z Premier Service

Galaxy Z Fold2 users can access Galaxy Z Premier Service: With on-demand concierge support from a dedicated team of product experts
[21]
, it will now be easier than ever to make appointments, connect one-on-one with experts, and discover how to unlock the unique experiences the Galaxy Z Fold2 enables. Galaxy Z Fold2 owners will be provided one-time device protection against accidental display damage within one year of purchasing date.
[22]
 Galaxy Z Fold2 users will also be provided the best mobile experiences possible by supporting three generations of Android operating system (OS) upgrades.
[23]

For more information about Galaxy Z Fold2, please visit:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold2/

[1]
 Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole punch.

[2]
 Galaxy Z Fold2 can stand on its own from 75 to 115 degrees; a broader range of angles may be accessible for users depending on environment and use case

[3]
 Hinge customization will be available through online on Samsung.com in 21 select markets starting from September 1
st
, 2020 (Available markets: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, UAE, United Kingdom, United States and Vietnam).

[4]
 Flex mode is supported by Samsung native apps (Camera, Video call, Gallery, Video player, Clock, Calendar, Calculator) and other partner apps including YouTube, Google Duo and more to come.

[5]
 App Continuity works with select applications; compatible apps growing through third party developers.

[6]
 Capture View Mode also available when fully unfolded. To use, press “Capture View Mode” located in the right upper portion of the Camera UI.

[7]
 When more than 3 people are detected, the frame zooms out. Front (wide) and Rear (Ultra-wide) Cameras are available. Trackable distance is approximately 1.5 – 2.5 meters. This machine learning algorithm detects human face and body to track the subject’s movement.

[8]
 Galaxy Z Fold2 does not support 8K video recording (4K max).

[9]
 Single Take captures images and video up to 15 seconds.

[10]
 Only for Wide-angle Rear Camera.

[11]
 Users can also use Multi-Active Window on the Cover Screen with two windows split horizontally. Multi Active Window works with select applications; compatible apps growing through third party developers.

[12]
 Currently available with three native apps including Samsung Notes, Internet, Myfiles and Office apps in Microsoft 365. (Currently only available between different functions).

[13]
 Drag and drop functionality works with select applications, including Samsung native apps including Gallery, Internet, Message, Myfiles, Samsung Notes and others including Office apps in Microsoft 365, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, Chrome, Google Maps.

[14]
 Available with 11 Samsung native apps including Message, Contacts, Phone, Myfiles, Internet, Calendar, Clock, Video call, Reminder, Calculator, AR zone, Google apps such as YouTube, Gmail, Google Maps, Microsoft apps including Microsoft Outlook  and other third-party apps such as Spotify.

[15]
  5G speeds vary and require optimal network and connection (factors include frequency, bandwidth, congestion); see carrier for availability.

[16]
 Estimated against the usage profile of an average/typical user. Independently assessed by Strategy Analytics between 2020.07.25–2020.08.04 in UK with pre-release versions of SM-F916 under default setting using 5G Sub6 networks (NOT tested under 5G mmWave network). Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors.

[17]
 When using the included charger and cable.

[18]
 Samsung DeX wireless connection is available on smart TVs that support Phone Screen mirroring only. (For the optimal experience, use on Samsung Smart TVs launched 2019 or later.)

[19]
 Availability of UWB function may vary by market and/or by applicable law

[20]
 Nearby Share availability may vary by market or carrier.

[21]
 Galaxy Z Concierge service availability may vary by market. Full information on Galaxy Z Premier Service is available at Samsung.com.

[22]
 Service may require registration. Protection coverage and availability may vary by market and require registration. Full information on Galaxy Z Premier Service is available at Samsung.com.

[23]
 Availability of Android OS upgrades and features may vary by device and market. Upgrade schedule will depend on factors including but not limited to complexity of the update, model, as well as market penetration and more.


Join the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship on 26th & 27th September

In Malaysia, if there is one thing that brings people together, it is often sports. If you have ever dreamt of going up against national badminton Olympics mixed doubles silver medalists Goh Liu Ying and Chan Peng Soon, here is your opportunity. HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship will be held on 26
th
 and 27
th
 September at the Sports Arena Sentosa in Kuala Lumpur. To take part, you simply have to purchase the latest
HUAWEI WATCH FIT
 from 9
th
 September onwards from HUAWEI Experience Stores or
HUAWEI Store
 and register your interest. Priced at only RM499, why spend more as the all-new wearable is fitted with practical features delivering a wholesome workout experience for all.

Those who participate in the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship will stand a chance to win cash prize worth up to RM10,000 for each category! As they say good thing comes in a pair, you will also get RM100 instant rebate with every purchase of two units of HUAWEI WATCH FIT and this is applicable until 9
th
 October.

How to Join the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship

Purchase the new HUAWEI WATCH FIT from 9
th
 September onwards.

(*be sure to keep your Order ID if you make the purchase online or the product serial number if you are purchasing it from the physical store)

Register your entry
HERE
 with details of the Order ID for online purchases and product serial number for offline purchases from 9
th
 – 20
th

Get your gear ready for the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship on 26
th
 & 27
th
 September!

Stay tuned on the
HUAWEI WATCH FIT Event Page
 for more information about the event!

Amazing Cash Prizes to be Won

On top of the RM10,000* cash prize and to promote a healthier lifestyle among Malaysians, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship’s health partner Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) will also be giving away fantastic packages worth up to RM2,100 for each player.

Categories for the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Badminton Championship include – Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles and Mixed Doubles.

Champion

·         All categories will receive RM10,000 cash and a friendly match with Goh Liu Ying and/or Chan Peng Soon

·         All categories will receive an Athlete Fitness Package for each player (worth RM2,100 each) by Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)

1
st
 Runner Up

·         All categories will receive RM5,000 cash

·         All categories will receive a Premier Wellness Package for each player (worth RM1,888 each) by Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)

2
nd
 Runner Up

·         All categories will receive RM3,000 cash

·         All categories will receive a Fitness Wellness Package for each player (worth RM750 each) by Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)

About HUAWEI WATCH FIT and HUAWEI FreeLace Pro

HUAWEI has unveiled the all-new
HUAWEI WATCH FIT
 and
FreeLace Pro
 just a few days ago and they will go on sale beginning 9
th
 September priced at RM499 and RM399, respectively. Both devices are the perfect companion for sports enthusiasts thanks to its advanced innovation. The HUAWEI WATCH FIT features an impressive 96 workout modes, quick workout animations and up to 10 days of battery life. You get all of this plus a fashionable-looking smart watch. As for the Bluetooth neckband, the HUAWEI FreeLace Pro boasts an industry’s first dual-mic active noise cancellation technology, transparency mode and up to 24 hours of playback battery life. Both devices when used together is set to deliver a wholesome workout experience for all.

Win yourself the new HUAWEI WATCH FIT

Adding on more excitement to the game, HUAWEI’s Official Facebook page will also be running a share and win contest from 5
th
 – 12
th
 September. Simply like and share this
video
 and you could be the lucky few to own the new HUAWEI WATCH FIT!

Why spend more when you can get more for less?

There are always better options and great value for HUAWEI customers and this time around, you can purchase the new HUAWEI WATCH FIT, HUAWEI FreeLace Pro and HUAWEI nova 7 SE for only RM6.57/day* through
HUAWEI Together 2020
’s 0% interest instalment plans. As we said, why spend more when you can have a healthier and intelligent life with HUAWEI!

Available nationwide from 9
th
 September, the
HUAWEI WATCH FIT
 and
HUAWEI FreeLace Pro
 can be purchased from online
HUAWEI Store
, HUAWEI Experience Stores and authorised dealers nationwide. Or you can
shop online
, pick up in store. Priced at only RM499 and RM399 respectively, you can get the HUAWEI WATCH FIT in Sakura Pink or Graphite Black. The HUAWEI FreeLace Pro is available in Graphite Black.

For more information on HUAWEI’s latest products, stay tuned to HUAWEI’s Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/HUAWEIMobileMY
.

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LG 8K OLED TVs Take PC Entertainment to New Heights

LG Electronics (LG), the first TV manufacturer to commercialize 8K OLED TVs, again set an industry benchmark with the world’s first 8K TVs to support the powerful new NVIDIA
®
 GeForce RTX™ 30 Series GPU.
1
 Powered by the company’s α (Alpha) 9 Gen 3 AI processor capable of delivering 8K full bandwidth support, LG’s 8K OLED TV steps up its game to offer avid gamers across the globe the most compelling and mesmerizing gameplay on glorious displays with over 33 million self-lit pixels.

LG OLED TVs have long been considered among the most advanced gaming TVs in the world because of their self-lit pixel technology and support for the latest HDMI specifications such as Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), ultra-fast response rate and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM). Because LG OLED TVs are NVIDIA G-SYNC
®
 Compatible, LG customers have been able to enjoy their favorite games with GeForce RTX 20 Series and GTX 16 Series GPUs for a smooth, immersive gaming experience without the flicker, tearing or stuttering common to most common displays.

The α (Alpha) 9 Gen 3 AI processor in LG’s OLED and NanoCell 8K TVs take real-time ray-tracing performance to a new level and set a new standard for gaming-optimized picture and performance. With LG 8K OLED TVs able to deliver 8K content at 60 frames per second and handling staggering 48Gbps speeds, playing 8K games on LG OLED TVs and a NVIDIA
®
 GeForce RTX™ 30 Series GPU has never looked so good.

“We are excited to bring GeForce RTX 30-Series GPU support to LG’s 2020 8K OLED TVs,” said Matt Wuebbling, vice president of global GeForce marketing at NVIDIA. “Gamers will be blown away by the performance on these TVs when playing the latest 8K PC games featuring the most realistic ray-tracing and cutting-edge AI features powered by the GeForce RTX 3090 GPU.”

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To heighten gamers’ sense of immersion, LG 8K OLED TVs also support Dolby Atmos and LG’s deep learning-based AI Acoustic Tuning, which measures the acoustic environment and adjusts the sound for greater accuracy. The TVs are also BT Surround ready to allow two LG Bluetooth speakers to be connected simultaneously, up-mixing 2.0 channel sound to virtual 4.0 surround sound for more immersion in favorite games. And with LG ThinQ capability built-in, hands-free voice control is possible for those moments when reaching for the remote is not an option.

“The combination of LG OLED TV’s awe-inspiring picture quality and NVIDIA’s technological prowess offers next-level gaming experience in unbelievable 8K,” said S.P. Baik, vice president of the TV product planning division of LG’s Home Entertainment Company. “Following last year’s successful partnership with the world’s top gaming hardware brand, we look forward to expanding our relationship with NVIDIA.”


LG Invites Consumers Around the World to IFA 2020 Online

LG Electronics (LG) is sharing its vision for the home of the future at IFA 2020, taking place virtually for the first time in its 96-year history. Under the banner
Life’s Good from Home
, LG’s online exhibition booth will allow visitors to explore the company’s latest innovations from the comfort of their homes and mobile devices. LG’s IFA 2020 press conference will take place in Messe Berlin on September 3 at 11:00 CEST and livestreamed on the LG Global YouTube channel (
www.youtube.com/GlobalLG
).

Under the banner of
Life’s Good from Home,
Dr. I.P. Park, CTO of LG Electronics, will present the future vision for consumers to enjoy a safer and more convenient home living as people world over settle into new lifestyle habits. LG ThinQ Home Solution, making its world debut at IFA 2020, is the company’s innovative response to the new normal and exciting vision for how our life will look in the future.

With the cancellation of IFA’s exhibition in Berlin this year, LG created its own physical smart home showroom in Korea to demonstrate how LG products work seamlessly together to deliver the best home experience possible. For its IFA unveiling, K-pop star Henry Lau will take visitors on a virtual tour of the four story home highlighting all the ways the home contributes to comfort and maximum sustainability using LG technology. The home tour will be accompanied by an interactive video of a family residing in an LG home, which viewers can customize based on their choices.

In addition to its smart home showroom and interactive video content, LG’s virtual IFA booth will provide a compelling interactive experience of how the company is making home living more relaxing, efficient and rewarding.

Visitors to LG’s IFA 2020 virtual booth will learn all about the benefits of the company’s comprehensive range of smart home appliances and integrated services by making their way through a variety of different zones.

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“Although we would prefer to be participating under better circumstances, we are excited to be a part of IFA 2020 to share with consumers around the globe our vision for a healthier and infinitely more convenient home,” said Kim Jin-hong, head of LG Electronics’ Global Marketing Center. “Through our strength in AI and human-centric design, we are creating a fully integrated suite of products and services that makes it easier to live, work and relax at home.”