HUAWEI nova 9 SE Packed With Tremendous Specs Sets To Launch On March 11

Elegantly designed, the long-anticipated HUAWEI nova 9 SE is set to launch virtually on March 11, 2022. The launch will be held virtually on
HUAWEI Official Facebook page
 at 3PM.

Distinguished by its unprecedented features and fashion-forward sleek design elements, the latest HUAWEI nova 9 SE will drive new inspirations with its
powerful camera system, futuristic vlogging feature, 66W SuperCharge and 6.78-inch FullView Display
.

Every feature of the HUAWEI nova 9 SE is designed to support consumers’ fast-paced lifestyles and express their unique personalities, whether that means capturing the perfect selfie or taking thousands of shots on a single charge.

Stand Out with Aesthetic Design

Smartphone that are bulky and unwieldy are a thing of the past. HUAWEI nova 9 SE features a 6.78-inch HUAWEI FullView Display with ultra-narrow bezels at 1.05mm thin each, making it slip perfectly into your pocket or purse.

With support for 90Hz display refresh rate, the display promises spectacular viewing experiences with smooth visuals, vivid colors and incredible details where users can put their marksmanship to the test with hit games.

Capture Insta-ready Moments with Powerful 108MP AI Quad Camera System

Today’s smartphone users demand a device that empowers them to capture and share their favorite moment, anytime and anywhere. With its powerful quad-camera systems, which include an 8MP Ultra-Wide-Angle Camera, 2 MP Macro Camera, 2 MP Depth Camera and 108MP camera, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE enables users to take and share better shots in any lighting condition.

These four lenses work together to take professional-looking shots every time, whether its shooting large groups of people, or the microscopic details of a flower. With Super Night Mode, users can take sharp, vivid photographs even in lowlight environments. Shooting candlelit dinners and night cityscapes has never been so easy.

Vlog Like A Pro with Super Vlog

If you want to be an active vlogger or simply enjoy sharing videos of your life with friends and family, the video capabilities of HUAWEI nova 9 SE are sure to impress. Most of the smartphone available in the market with single lens only allow users to capture videos without being able to swap cameras while recording.

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The HUAWEI nova 9 SE brings extra fun to the vlogging experience, thanks to its Dual-View Video feature, which users can simultaneously use the front and rear cameras with no editing required or which allow users to record videos indefinitely while simultaneously capturing a close-up shot and wide-angle-shot with the touch of a button.

Now users can give full attention to recording friend’s birthday surprise and turn attention back to user reacting to this moment, without missing a beat.

Stay Connected with SuperCharge

It’s happened to everyone, you and me. You’re out and about but your phone is running low on battery. Whether it’s for gaming or simply swiping on social media, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE delivers excellent battery life with a high capacity of 4,000mAh battery.

In addition, with the industry-leading fast-charging 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge, the device can be fully charged within 40 minutes to provide all-day battery life. With HUAWEI nova 9 SE, battery worries are a thing of a past.

So, what are you waiting for? Reserve your place in the queue for Early Bird Deal ahead of the pre-orders!

Reserve a spot with these simple steps:

Reserve a spot with the payment of RM20 deposit for one (1) unit of new HUAWEI nova 9 SE at HUAWEI Official Website
https://consumer.huawei.com/my/phones/nova9-se/buy/
 from 4
th
 March 2022, 12:00 AM to 11
th
 March 2022, 3:59 PM; and
Complete the balance payment for the new phone from 11
th
 March 2022, 4:00 PM to 18
th
 March 2022, 11:59 PM

With a small deposit at RM20, you can “chup” a spot before the pre-order begins and stand a chance bring home attractive prizes from the lucky draw!

Visit
https://consumer.huawei.com/my/phones/nova9-se/buy/
 for more information on Early Bird Deal.


Immutable Raises US$200 Million To Bring Blockchain Gaming To The Masses

Appoints Key Leaders To Drive Business and Maximize Growth

Immutable,
which is powering the world of NFTs as the leading carbon-neutral, scalable platform for trading NFTs on Ethereum, today announced it secured US$200 million in Series C financing led by Temasek, with investments from leading blockchain game juggernaut Animoca Brands and technology company Tencent, bringing its valuation to US$2.5 billion. ParaFi Capital, Princeville Capital, Arrington Capital, Mirae Asset and Liberty Global also joined the round as new investors.

King River Capital, Prosus Ventures, AirTree Ventures, Declaration Partners, Fabric Ventures, Possible Ventures and Alameda Research all increased their existing investments in Immutable.

This capital will be used to fuel Immutable’s plans for global expansion, accelerate the company’s growth by investing in the Immutable X platform, and scale the Immutable Gaming Studio, including its flagship games Gods Unchained (one of the largest blockchain games by players) and Guild of Guardians.

With a team of 165 people, Immutable is one of Australia’s fastest growing unicorns, and plans to hire an additional 200 new employees globally over the next 12 months predominantly in sales, marketing, engineering and product. Immutable will also use the funds to scale to meet the increasing demand for its platform and expand into new verticals, support gaming partners, acquire new customers, and explore M&A opportunities.

Current companies building on Immutable X include GameStop, TikTok, Opensea, Ember Sword, Illuvium, GreenPark Sports, and Gary Vee (Vee Friends).

NFT integration gives users true ownership and the ability to buy, sell, trade, and play-and-earn in-game assets. Immutable X is built using
 StarkWare’s
StarkEx cutting-edge zero-knowledge proof technology, which rolls up hundreds of thousands of transactions into one while positioning users to safely secure digital assets directly on Ethereum.

This enables Immutable to provide game developers and all NFT creators with unparalleled throughput and zero gas fees for trading and minting NFTs in a carbon- neutral environment, empowering them to create billions of low-cost, in-game assets that can easily be bought and sold.

“We’re thrilled to double down on our partnership with Immutable. We’re excited to explore

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integrations with Immutable X across Animoca’s portfolio of content – bringing next-level scale, security, and liquidity to the next generation of blockchain games,” said Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman of Animoca.

To support the rapid global expansion plans, Immutable onboarded four new C-suite executives, including:

Gill Findlay,
Chief Operating Officer, bringing experience as a partner from AirTree Ventures, and C-suite leadership from Vamp and Australian unicorn SafetyCulture.

John Boris,
Chief Growth Officer, bringing experience as CEO of IfOnly, CMO of Shutterfly, and C-suite leadership roles from LonelyPlanet and other leading US-based tech-enabled companies.
Justin Hulog,
Chief Studio Officer, bringing experience from Riot Games, where he was General Manager, Southeast Asia, and Say Media where he held several key leadership roles.
Katherine Rau,
Chief People Officer, bringing experience from her leadership position at Culture Amp and other leading Australian tech companies such as Unlockd and Catch.com.au.

“Immutable is locked in on developing a leading, ambitious, and dependable web3 ecosystem for a new era of creators that desire scalable results in the world’s fastest growing industry,” said James Ferguson, CEO, Immutable. “Our investment partners understand the power and potential of the Immutable X platform and will play an integral role in this next phase of our growth. We are also excited to welcome new executive team members who will help execute on our aggressive business and growth plans.”

“We are at a pivotal point in which the user experience creates a critical path to success for all emerging

technologies, and Immutable’s platform makes building NFT businesses simple, cost-effective, and

extremely easy to monetize,” said John Henderson, AirTree. “We are excited to be on this journey to foster greater adoption of powerful technology that is poised to change the way digital games are played.”

Earlier this month, GameStop announced a strategic partnership with Immutable to launch its new NFT marketplace on the Immutable X platform. The partnership includes a $100M co-fund between the juggernaut and startup, targeting the advancement of high-impact NFT gaming projects.


Enjoy Irresistible Promotions for HUAWEI nova 8 Series

If you have been using HUAWEI devices, you would know HUAWEI loves offering irresistible promotions for you to enjoy. Now, HUAWEI Malaysia would like to offer an amazing deal for its nova smartphone line-ups – the HUAWEI nova 8 and HUAWEI nova 8i, the smartphones that can further elevate your overall user experience with its Super features.

Starting from now until 30 April 2022, consumers can enjoy discounts up to RM200 OFF* at HUAWEI Experience Stores nearby you and across HUAWEI official platforms such as
HUAWEI Official Website
,
HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee
 and
HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada
 when you purchase the HUAWEI nova 8 or HUAWEI nova 8i.

HUAWEI nova 8

If you are looking for a smartphone that has all the current features and specifications to enjoy your content viewing or even to play your video game, look no further because the HUAWEI nova 8 is definitely for you. As some of you might know, the HUAWEI nova series come packing with great display to complement its Super Camera feature.

With its 90Hz refresh rate and 240Hz Touch Sampling rate, you can be mesmerised with the viewing experience on the phone without having to worry about laggy screen or response delay.

Better yet, weighing at just 169g and 7.44mm thin, the HUAWEI nova 8 feels light in your hands even when you are enjoying your favourite content for a period of time. Now, you don’t need a bulky phone to enjoy a picturesque display on a smartphone. With the Super Device Fiesta, the HUAWEI nova 8 is now up for grabs at only
RM1,699
 (RRP: RM1,899), available only until 30 April 2022.

HUAWEI nova 8i

Storage is important nowadays with all the exciting apps and contents for you to download and enjoy. With the HUAWEI nova 8i, HUAWEI is making the “insufficient storage” notification as a thing in the past as it packs a whooping 128GB internal memory. So, you can be sure you can get all the contents and apps downloaded on your phone without worrying.

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Of course, a bigger storage is not all that the HUAWEI nova 8i packs. If you love binging on your favourite series with your friends and always on the go, the 6.67” HUAWEI Edgeless display on the HUAWEI nova 8i enable you to enjoy your series even when you are out with your friends.

Impress your friends with the super-narrow bezels and no more to squinting your eyes when you have to read the subtitles on the display.  If the HUAWEI nova 8i is the one for you, bring home one at super affordable price, only
RM1,099
 (RRP: RM1,299), available only until 30 April 2022.

What are you waiting for? Head over to your nearest HUAWEI Experience Store or
HUAWEI Official Website
 today to get your hands on the HUAWEI nova 8 Series.


Lazada 10th Birthday – Let’s Celebrate Together with Samsung Deals

It’s Here. Bigger. Better. Birthday

Have you heard the BIG news yet? Yup, Samsung has announced the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G imminent arrival – launching in conjunction with Lazada 10th Birthday, which is happening from the 27
th
 – 29
th
 March 2022.

The Galaxy M33 5G features a rather large 6.6-inch FHD+ Infinity-V display with a refresh rate of 120Hz, offering you an immersive viewing experience. With a RAM up to 8GB and an outstanding 5nm processor chip, namely the Exynos1280 – doing the most for you, it will bring in a much more seamless mobile experience.

Similarly, you can enjoy uninterrupted live streaming, and super-fast downloads of your favourite apps due to its HyperFast 5G connectivity that gives you a buttery-smooth experience free of latency and motion blur.

What makes the Galaxy M33 5G stand out is its generous 5,000mAh battery – allowing you to comfortably get through a long day without the need to worry about longevity of usage, and if your battery drains in the middle of your outing due to high-usage, don’t fret – it supports up to 25W of fast charging that gets your battery back to full power in no time. It also comes with a 128GB internal storage and an additional 1TB microSD card – allowing you to store more without having to go through the hassle of clearing up your phone memory.

Not to forget! Its versatile quad camera that offers amazing camera and video capabilities will leave your shots looking crisp and clear – in any lighting conditions. Even better, selfie-takers can play around and enjoy its 8MP selfie camera that will give you clear and high-resolution selfies and allow you to express yourself with different built-in Snapchat filters with Fun mode!

In celebration of Lazada’s 10th birthday, you can bring home the new Galaxy M33 5G at RM 1,399 (EXTRA RM100 OFF)! This exclusive offer will be available only on Lazada while stock lasts. The Galaxy M33 5G will be available on the Lazada Samsung Flagship store in three (3) trendy colours – Blue, Brown and Green with a recommended retail price of RM1,499.

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Adding on to the exciting news, Samsung Malaysia will also be throwing more deals on Lazada 10th birthday where you can enjoy multiple and timed discounts! Check out the offers below!

Highlights of Samsung x Lazada Birthday Deals:

Product

Offer

Galaxy M33 5G

EXTRA RM100 off

Galaxy M52 5G

Up to 35% off

Galaxy M32

Up to 35% off

Galaxy S20 FE 5G

RM350 off + FOC Galaxy Buds2 (worth RM499)

Galaxy S22

Galaxy Watch4 Bluetooth (40mm) worth RM899 + LAMY Safari Twin Pen (only for Galaxy S22 Ultra) worth RM269

50’’ AU7000 Crystal UHD Smart TV

RRP RM2999;
Flash Price RM2049

Front Load Washer Dryer with Hygiene Steam

8.5KG Wash & 6KG Dry

RRP RM2849;
Flash Price RM1799

32’’ T4300 Smart HD TV

RRP RM1299;
Flash Price RM799

Sounds like an awesome celebration and one that Samsung and Lazada shoppers can’t miss out on. So head over to
Lazada Samsung Flagship store
 to find out more!


Exciting One-Day Only 3.27 Lazada Birthday Sale on HUAWEI Audio and Wearables

Check out the
HUAWEI Official Store on Lazada
on 27 March 2022 for exclusive deals* on selected HUAWEI products

Whether you are a workout enthusiast or music lover, you won’t want to miss the upcoming 3.27 Lazada Birthday Sale! HUAWEI is kicking off its audio and wearables promotions with discounts up to 50%*, freebies* and more, only available on
HUAWEI Official Store on Lazada

this 27 March 2022!

Hurry and start adding your favourite HUAWEI audio devices and wearables into your shopping cart and gift yourself this 3.27 Lazada Birthday Sale.

Boundless Sound with HUAWEI Audio Gadgets

If all you want to do is tune out from the world after a tiring day at work or school, the recommended buy is the HUAWEI earbuds for you to indulge in an immersive music experience.

HUAWEI Freebuds 4 & Freebuds 4i

HUAWEI Freebuds 4
 comes with the Open-fit active noise cancellation 2.0 designed to allow air pressure to stay equalised at the same time. This ensures that crucial environmental noises can still be heard, serving a secure and an exceptional quality audio. If you are concerned that your earphones may fall off while in use, you don’t have to worry because the HUAWEI Freebuds 4 is fashioned to fit every ear.

It uses an adaptive ear-matching technology to determine your in-ear shape and how you wear the earbud. To add, the HUAWEI Freebuds 4 provides advanced features such as longer battery life, fitted with Swipe Control where you can listen to your music and accept calls via simple, intuitive gesture controls on the earbud all-day long.

HUAWEI Freebuds 4i
 with its remarkable battery endurance, can play music for 10 hours continuously on a full charge keeping you at ease throughout the day. It also senses your touch accurately as it has a built-in capacitive sensor for instinctual touch controls. Paired with your HUAWEI smartphone, you can now conveniently launch music and take calls with just one touch.

Both the HUAWEI Freebuds 4 and Freebuds 4i are built in with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) that would blow you away with its crystal-clear sound bringing you off to an entirely different dimension. With the Lazada Birthday sale this 27 March 2022, the HUAWEI Freebuds 4 and Freebuds 4i are priced at only RM429* and RM199*, respectively.

HUAWEI FreeLace

Wrapped in nickel-titanium alloy and liquid silicon, the
 HUAWEI FreeLace
is a worthy buy, priced at only RM99*. The earphones fit like a glove around your neck and can conveniently remain tangle-free while coiled up. Equipped with HUAWEI HiPair Technology and USB-C plug, users enjoy instantaneous plug-and-pair, as well as plug-and-charge to their smartphones or tablets.

The HUAWEI FreeLace will impress you with its capability of lasting 4 hours from just a 5-minute charge. Furthermore, the HUAWEI FreeLace has 3 noise cancellation modes. You can choose the right noise cancellation mode to match different scenarios and enjoy an enhanced audio experience during workout or when you are on-the-go.

HUAWEI Wearables Giving You More Than Just Time

HUAWEI understands that keeping up with a healthy lifestyle is a constant challenge. For this reason, HUAWEI wearables are built to help monitor all aspects of your fitness routine. Ranging from
HUAWEI Band 6
,
HUAWEI WATCH Fit
 to
HUAWEI WATCH GT 2, GT 2e and GT 2 Pro
, the smartwatches come with technology to track and monitor your health and fitness stats, for a healthier and better quality of life.

HUAWEI Band 6

HUAWEI Band 6
 is a great choice for fitness freaks as it comes with a total of 96 different workout modes to always keep you motivated to reach your fitness goals. This smartwatch has a 1.47-inch AMOLED FullView display, with a 148% larger

viewable area, and a low-bezel 64% screen-to-body ratio.

Combine that with the high-resolution 194 x 368 display with 282 PPI and you’ve got something really impressive to look at on your wrist. The HUAWEI Band 6 is priced at RM149* only at the 3.27 Lazada Birthday sale. You can choose from 4 different HUAWEI Band 6 strap colours and the best part is that it is super-light and dirt-resistant.

WATCH Fit

HUAWEI WATCH Fit
 offers a larger screen, a lighter design and longer battery life. This incredibly thin and light wearable packs upgraded battery performance into just 21 grams,

making it perfect for an all-day long use. With the quick charge technology, the smartwatch can support you an entire day with a 5-minute charge.

The HUAWEI WATCH Fit is on promotion at only RM299*.

Even when you are not in the midst of a workout session or in a sports game, HUAWEI wearables keep track of your heart rate, calories burnt and monitors your blood oxygen saturation level with its built in SpO2 detection system.

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HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 (46mm) and HUAWEI WATCH GT 2e

For users looking for something more adventurous and ultra-modern on the wrist, the
HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 (46mm)
 and the
HUAWEI WATCH GT 2e
 are both on sale! The HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 (46mm) is on promotion at RM449* and gives off that cool yet professional look. It is perfect for users looking to have Bluetooth Calling when paired with a smartphone and more health monitoring features.

As for the HUAWEI WATCH GT 2e that is priced at only RM339*, it supports daily essential use when connected to your smartphone, from precise positioning system to real-time notifications for incoming calls, emails and calendar events.

The HUAWEI WATCH GT 2e comes with a durable stainless-steel frame that matches flawlessly with the colourful fitness straps, giving off a sleek and stylish look. You can also explore new and exciting adventures with the HUAWEI WATCH GT 2e as it has 85 newly added custom workout modes.

HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 Pro

For a higher budget, the sophisticated craftsmanship of the
HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 Pro
, is within your reach at only RM999*. The lightweight smartwatch serves a solid, refined look with a wear-resistant sapphire dial and titanium frame. Users can select from over 200+ dynamic watch face designs to fit the mood or occasion.

It also offers more than 100 workout modes available along with its HUAWEI TruSeen™ 4.0+. The HUAWEI Watch GT 2 Pro helps monitor your heart rate and average speed. Not only that, you can also receive voice alerts

if any data exceeds the acceptable rate.

The HUAWEI Watch GT 2 Pro has a built-in altitude barometer that detects change in real time air pressure thus reminding you of the weather changes so you would be prepared when you are about to start your outdoor adventure.

Music On-the-go with HUAWEI Mini Speaker

If you enjoy music when you are out partying with friends or if you are just at home doing routine cleaning, the
HUAWEI Mini Speaker
 is a treat for you! It has a light and compact body for easy portability wherever you go. It provides a loud volume and a deep bass that lets you enjoy music like never before. The best part about the HUAWEI Mini Speaker is that only has one button and one indicator making it effortless to use. It is now priced at only RM9.90* during the 3.27 Lazada Birthday Sale!

Paired for Enhanced User Experience

Existing HUAWEI smartphone users who decide to take advantage of this 3.27 promotion to get additional audio and wearables, will enjoy significant benefits when these devices are used together in everyday activities. When paired with HUAWEI smartphones, HUAWEI Freelace, Freebuds 4 and 4i, function perfectly to take handsfree calls while you take meeting notes.

They are also made-to-fit vigorous movements as you clean the house or workout at the gym, while you listen to your favourite podcasts or songs. Also, by activating the eSIM service on their smartphones, phone numbers, voice and data plans between their smartphone and smartwatch can be conveniently shared. Life is indeed better with the HUAWEI ecosystem.

Don’t wait any longer! Time to add a list of HUAWEI audio and wearables to your shopping cart during this one-day exclusive sale on the
HUAWEI Official Store on Lazada
! Make full use of the discounts and offers presented to you and get more for less now.

Be sure to check out all your purchases on 27 March 2022. For more information, stay tuned to
HUAWEI Malaysia Facebook Page
.


Leading to a Smarter Living with HUAWEI nova 9 SE

Enjoy the control of multiple devices at the palm of your hand to a smarter and seamless life

Our lives can be often filled with joyous chaos and hectic schedules. Technology connects people and lets us do more – breaking the perception that each device serves only one purpose.  HUAWEI’s innovation allows you to stay creative and productive in everyday life, for a brand-new experience.

Enjoy Futuristic Experience with Super Device

While the HUAWEI nova 9 SE’s large screen allows for great productivity, a laptop like the HUAWEI MateBook offers a workspace more than twice as big. You can also use your HUAWEI nova 9 SE as a wirelessly connected external storage unit for your PC, making it easier than ever to access the files that you need.

For example, when composing an email on your MateBook, you can attach attachments straight from your smartphone. Aside from that, if you come across a meme that makes you laugh the heart out when browsing internet on your MateBook, you can directly save it to your smartphone.

Staying Connected All the Times with MeeTime

You can transfer and connect your calls on efficiently from nova 9 SE to a bigger screen through the HUAWEI Vision S whether it is for a conference call or even calls with your loved ones. Other than that, if you are engaged in an audio or video call on your way out, you can transfer the MeeTime call to a compatible device while you get through the door.

No matter you are on a call with best friends for shopping advice, hopping in a con-call for presentation or even helping parents with tech issue, it can all be addressed through a single call.

Compact Shutter in Your Pocket

Pairing between devices does not limit to virtual calls but also making the HUAWEI nova 9 SE as a single control device to manage smart collaboration across various devices. When it is paired with the HUAWEI smartwatches, it enables the smartwatch to be used as a remote shutter in taking photos through the smartphone.

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The Way Forward to Smarter Living

These are only the few of the things that you can do with the HUAWEI nova 9 SE. Certainly, the smartphone is capable of much more incredible feats. The chic and stylish design of the smartphone is yet another reason to get your hands on for this new nova member.

To top it all off, the trustworthy, innovative, and secured AppGallery is pre-installed on the HUAWEI nova 9 SE, providing a smart and seamless experience where you can browse and download a wide range of high-quality apps.

More Possibilities with HUAWEI AppGallery

Binge your favorite dramas and movies with HUAWEI Video, listening to your favorite artists, albums and even curated playlist on HUAWEI Music while for avid readers, browse the HUAWEI Books for your preferred genre and read on the go!

Popular mobile apps such as Shopee, Lazada, Touch’ n Go eWallet, Maybank2u, TikTok, and Mobile Legend Bang Bang can now be installed from the AppGallery. New HUAWEI nova 9 SE users will be able to enjoy benefits including:

More benefits from top local app brands*

Watsons:
Free Watsons voucher worth RM10
ZUS Coffee:
1 cup of CEO Latté voucher (worth up to RM9.90)
Tealive:
 1 Tealive voucher worth RM7
Flexi Parking:
Get RM30 parking credit when purchase Flexi Motor Protections
EASI:
20% off voucher capped at RM15 with no min spending x 3 times per user
J&T Malaysia:
 2 pcs J&T voucher (worth up to RM10)

Considering of getting the HUAWEI nova 9 SE for a seamless and better convenience to a smarter living? Hop on to the
HUAWEI Official Website
,
HUAWEI Experience Stores
,
HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee
, and
HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada
 with no time.

The HUAWEI nova 9 SE is available nationwide only at
RM1,099
. Visit
HUAWEI Facebook
 and
HUAWEI Official Website

for more information on HUAWEI nova 9 SE.


The LG PuriCare 360° Air Purifier is Upgraded with Enhanced Filter

LG offers consumers innovative air solutions for even more purified indoor air quality

Leading home appliance manufacturer LG Electronics (LG) Malaysia has recently upgraded its residential air purifier LG PuriCare™ 360° Air Purifier with Safe Plus Filter that eliminates up to 99.9% of bacteria and viruses as well as removes 99.999% of ultra-fine dusts, allergens, and harmful gases in the air. The Safe Plus Filter is also 30% denser to filter away harmful substances more thoroughly to ensure air in all corners of a home is filtered.

Designed to effortlessly create a healthy, comfortable indoor environment, the newly improved air purifier is equipped with a multi-filtration system that combines Safe Plus, H13 HEPA filtration, and deodorisation into a single component. It gives indoor air a deep clean, capturing unwanted particles in the air and delivers pure, clean air.

Malaysians will be able to get their hands on the air purifier with a brand-new upgraded filter from
LG authorised dealers
 as well as LG Official Store on
Lazada
 and
Shopee
. With the growing consumer interest in the benefits of clean and fresh indoor air, the cutting-edge air purifier offers a much-needed relief from poor indoor air quality.

“The upgraded LG PuriCare™ 360° Air Purifier with Safe Plus Filter serves to create a healthier atmosphere for our consumers at home. With the continued heightened awareness of clean, fresh indoor air, LG hopes to provide an efficient, yet credible air solution to our consumers for their peace of mind and protection for their family as well as loved ones,” said Justin Choi, Managing Director of LG Electronics Malaysia.

Additionally, the enhanced air purifier features an applied aircraft fan technology – 360° Air Purifier Direct Fan – that offers a more powerful air purification, reducing air resistance with serrated wings unlike conventional fans. The Direct Fan improves the direction of clean air movement, allowing a fast, seamless air purification and large coverage area wherever the air purifier is situated in a home.

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“At the heart of LG, we are always thinking of our consumers when we innovate. We always strive to provide better Healthy Home Solutions to them and lead them to the path of living a good life at home. The Safe Plus Filter consistently keeps indoor air quality at its optimal, thus, assisting in safeguarding their health,” said Choi.

From now until 16 March 2022, customers who purchase the LG PuriCare™ 360° Air Purifier with Safe Plus Filter can enjoy a 10% discount and a one-year complimentary LG CareShip service worth RM800 or RM550 for the Double Booster and Single Booster air purifier respectively. Customers can also purchase or rent the LG PuriCare™ 360° Air Purifier with the new filter upgrade without any price increase.

Check out
LG authorised dealers
 as well as LG Official Store on
Lazada
 and
Shopee
 to purchase the LG PuriCare™ 360° Air Purifier with Safe Plus Filter.

For latest updates and news on LG, visit LG’s official website at
https://www.lg.com/my
 or follow LG’s official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/LGEMalaysia/
.


Live Life to the Fullest with the New HUAWEI nova 9 SE

Making your vlogging experience easy and fun, the latest HUAWEI smartphone is now available nationwide at RM1,099

The recently launched HUAWEI nova 9 SE brings innovative features and fashionable design to all Malaysian. Thanks to its powerful camera system and integrated videography features, the new HUAWEI nova 9 SE not only inspires creativity but also allows users to create engaging videos, creating new possibilities for them to record every moment of their lives.

Priced at only RM1,099, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE is now available
 on
HUAWEI Official Website
,
HUAWEI Experience Stores
,
HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee
, and
HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada
.

Packs with a powerful 108MP High-Res Camera system, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE ensures exquisite picture quality in a high-pixel mode. Whether you are shooting scenery, portraits, architecture, or more, be it day or night, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE captures what you see before your eyes in detail.

Its efficient cooling technology, excellent battery life, multi-touch technology, and support for blazing fast charging speeds with 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge promise a fluid user experience. The new EMUI 12 optimisations also provide smooth performance and synergy between the smartphone and other HUAWEI products.

Capture Your Story with AI Quad Camera

We are now adapting to the new endemic reality and people are starting to access interstate and international travel. Taking trips photos and posting them has been one of the ways people stay active on social media. Having a great and professional camera is important but bringing a heavy and bulky camera when travelling around may be a hassle to us. With HUAWEI nova 9 SE, you no longer have to worry about this!

You can take shots easily no matter where you are with its lightweight body as it features the 108MP AI Quad Camera system which comprises a 108MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2MP Bokeh lens, and a 2MP macro lens to help you better retain detail and produce exciting, high-definition photos.

You can also capture beautiful night scenes with its larger sensor and advanced imaging technology. The HUAWEI nova 9 SE allows the smartphone to deliver extremely clear shots in High-Res mode; creating images that are lossless even when they are zoomed in three times.

In bright HDR and low-light scenarios, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE’s 9-in-1 pixel technology combines data from blocks of pixels into an ultra-large pixel equivalent to 2.1μm in order to increase image brightness. The main camera has a large 1/1.52-inch sensor, to provide excellent resolution and light sensitivity. Ensuring the utmost clarity on all images, while enabling outstanding low light performance.

The HUAWEI nova 9 SE also features a front wide-angle camera (equivalent to 2.0μm, f/2.2 aperture) with AI Beauty to make you look good in your shots. You can now post your selfie on social media without any edits needed! It also supports auto switch to wide-angle mode when turning the phone sideways from upright, making group selfies easier without missing your friends in the photo.

Supporting Remote Shutter feature that compatible HUAWEI smartwatches. This means you can easily set-up your HUAWEI nova 9 SE on a tripod and capture group selfies, without having to worry about awkward frames as you walk to and from the camera.

Vlog Innovation to Inspire Everyday Life

Always dreamed of becoming a TikTok star or wanted to create your own IG TV videos to show the world what you can do? With vlogging is on the rise, the HUAWEI nova 9 SE has exciting array of features for you!

To make it easy for users to express themselves through videos, the smartphone comes with Continuous Front/Rear Recording, for users to switch between the front and rear cameras, allowing you to fluidly capture your story within a single video file. The
Dual-View Video
 recording also helps capture both front and rear camera perspective simultaneously, allows you to showcase your live reaction to events, with no editing required.

The HUAWEI nova 9 SE makes the video editing process even simpler thanks to Hybrid Video, Image Search, and One-Click Video Creation. What’s more, with the Petal Clip app, you can easily choose from a variety of video templates and themes before posting your vlogs to social media in no time.

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Power at Your Fingertips

Great for all gamers. The HUAWEI nova 9 SE is complemented by an equally powerful cooling system – a graphene heat dissipation system in a sandwich-like architecture that’s capable of sensing and cooling down overheated areas more quickly. You can play your games or even stream videos with no worry of the device will be overheated as it can run at full throttle while remaining cool to the touch.

The smartphone also supports Huawei’s industry-leading 10-point Multi-touch technology and 8x Ultra High-resolution Touch. It also provides fast response even when the user is making multi-finger gestures, while helping with your aim when using the high-zoom feature.

Feeling frustrated when you have to charge your device several times a day due to low battery? You can avoid the frustration easily just with the HUAWEI nova 9 SE. The smartphone delivers excellent battery life with its 4,000mAh high-capacity battery.

Down time is kept to a minimum, with the support of 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge which takes only 15 minutes to charge the phone up by 60 percent, or 36 minutes to fully charge it. Vouched for by the TÜV Rheinland Safe Fast Charge Certification, HUAWEI nova 9 SE brings you a fast and safe charging experience.

New Inspirations in User Experience

With EMUI 12, you can enjoy a buttery smooth experience even after using the device for a long period of time – whether it’s for entertainment or office use. Only with one click, the display can be wirelessly projected or mirrored to HUAWEI Vision, providing an expanded view that is perfect for films and games. When pairing the HUAWEI nova 9 SE with a HUAWEI smartwatch, speaker or HUAWEI Vision, the experience is intuitive and effortless.

With the Distributed File System, HUAWEI nova 9 SE allows you to access files from a PC. You can send files between the smartphone and other HUAWEI devices via HUAWEI Share, or transfer MeeTime calls onto HUAWEI Vision and speak with up to 11 parties simultaneously by taking the advantage of the larger display, camera, and speakers.

Explore your favourite apps from AppGallery

Download any of your favourite apps from AppGallery, the official app market pre-installed in the HUAWEI nova 9 SE. HUAWEI AppGallery is one of the top 3 app stores in the world. It is now available in more than 170 countries and regions, with 580 million monthly global active users.

In 2021, the global application distribution volume reached over 432 billion downloads, with a year-on-year increase of 56% outside China, and this is testimony to AppGallery’s growth and rising popularity.

Curated mobile apps and a plethora of exclusive giveaways, rebates, coupons and VIP privileges are available across a wide range of categories including games, social, shopping education, lifestyle and fashion. Some of the popular apps such as AirAsia, Boost, Grab, Shopee, Syok, TGV, Zus Coffee and more can be downloaded as well.

Mobile gaming enthusiasts can also try their hands at popular game titles from AppGallery, including Fishdom, Gardenscapes, Ragnarok X: Next Generation and more, to be the first to experience new releases and enjoy exclusive in-game promotions.

In addition to AppGallery, HUAWEI nova 9 SE users can also enjoy a comprehensive and seamless digital experience through more HUAWEI native apps such as the navigation app Petal Maps and search engine Petal Search to meet your daily needs. As on-the-go entertainment continues to be a prevalent, users can discover vast catalogue of immersive content through HUAWEI Video, Music and Books.

Pricing and Availability

The HUAWEI nova 9 SE is available nationwide now at
HUAWEI Official Website
,
HUAWEI Experience Stores
,
HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee
, and
HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada
. Wait no more and get your hands on the latest HUAWEI nova 9 SE, priced at only RM1,099 and bring home freebies worth up to RM 181!

Visit
HUAWEI Facebook
 and
HUAWEI Official Website
 for more information.


Live Productively with Samsung Galaxy Fit2, Your Own Personal Get Going Motivator

“If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it.” – A saying that’s often quoted by Peter Drucker on managing businesses. The theory is applicable in achieving health goals too. You can’t improve what you don’t track. That’s why the Galaxy Fit2 is such an essential tool for tracking our progress and motivating us towards a healthier lifestyle.

Tailored to empower you to be productive every day, the Galaxy Fit2 is packed with an array of efficient functionalities, including automatic workout tracking, stress management, mindfulness breathing, sleep pattern monitoring, hand-washing reminder, and seamless controlling connectivity to Galaxy phones, all at your fingertips.

Check out the infographics below to view the perks of the Galaxy Fit2!

Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a fitness novice, you can easily optimize your workouts with Galaxy Fit2’s auto-detection on five specific activities – Running, Walking, Dynamic Workout, Elliptical Trainer, and Rowing Machine – heart rate, calories burned, steps taken, workout duration and more with minimal disruption. It’s your move. You won’t have to worry about constantly charging it too because the Galaxy Fit2 will be able to outlast your longest epic workouts up to 21 days with its 159mAh battery!

Though we’re already in the year 2022, keeping ourselves safe from COVID-19 virus is still our responsibility. The Galaxy Fit2’s hand-washing reminder comes in handy to ensure you are on top of your personal hygiene. So, set them up to alert you at regular intervals. While you’re hand-washing, it will give you a friendly countdown timer, saving you from having to sing a birthday song to yourself and ensuring you complete a proper hand washing job.

So many unprecedented incidents keep happening these days. Having to deal with both your work and the news might be overwhelming, causing you to lose track of your mental health. Well, the Galaxy Fit2 is here to help you take positive steps towards a stress-free mind. The automatic stress tracking tool will regularly monitor your stress-level and remind you to take deep breaths when your body needs it. So, when you’re under a lot of stress, all you have to do is allow yourself to relax and let the breathing exercises bring you back to focus, center and connect.

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Besides fitness tracking, did you know that the Galaxy Fit2 can do cool life hacks on your wrist? Pair the Galaxy Fit2 with your Galaxy devices, you can enjoy a range of smartwatch-like conveniences on this fitness tracker too! You can easily check notifications, control your music, and send quick pre-defined message replies and more – all without having to pick up your phone.

Combining fitness tracking and smartwatch functionalities into a sleek band, the Samsung Fit2 offers you the all-day productivity you’ll need in comfort and style, at only RM179.

Own a Galaxy Fit2 here today:
https://www.samsung.com/my/watches/galaxy-fit/galaxy-fit2-black-bluetooth-sm-r220nzkaxme/buy/


Malaysia is Chosen As The Overseas First Launch Of The HONOR X Series

A flagship level experience smartphone at affordable price!

There’s nothing better than making a return to the competitive scene in the world of smartphones. After a two-year hiatus, HONOR’s beloved model – the Honor X Series, will be making a return to Malaysian soil. Themed “Ready to Go Beyond”, the launch will take place on March 29
th
 2022, becoming the main spotlight of the exciting HONOR X Series.

The HONOR X Series is known to be the icon of what HONOR stands for, a well-known flagship level quality smartphone that is no stranger to the Malaysian market, with some still using the previous X Series models till this day. Fans will be delighted to welcome the return to the market after two years and see what it has to offer.

Justin Li, HONOR Malaysia’s CEO shared in a letter addressed to “the users of X Series” at HONOR Malaysia’s Facebook page recently, elaborating what are things to know about the upcoming X Series. Sharing to us, “Specifications are just numbers, representing the millions of possibilities when it comes to the needs of consumers. The more comprehensive the manufacturer considers, the more comfortable the users will be.”

“Over the years, HONOR always believes in adopting the “two-wheel approach” to remain consumers-centric. One wheel revolves around understanding the trends and observing feedbacks of consumers, and the other builds on a vision to lead consumer’s needs while integrating cutting-edge technology.”, said Justin.

In the said letter, Justin also claimed that there was a real life story where a HONOR 8X user came to the rescue during a camping trip to reach out for help, when other phones were shut down due to harsh conditions of the rainforest, further proving that HONOR is a needed companion. This true story inspired HONOR to produce more high quality products, allowing users to enjoy a premium quality device and experience at affordable prices.

Since its independence, HONOR has received various enquiries from local users on a possible return of the X series. Now Malaysia will be the first overseas country outside China to launch the HONOR X Series, alongside the HONOR X9, HONOR X8 and HONOR X7, a complete series that will be ready to wow the local crowd.

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Official sources can confirm that the new device will carry a dominant 120Hz refresh rate display and a whooping 66W HONOR SuperCharge, making this series something to shout out for till the day of launch.

HONOR is taking this launch to a level further by introducing the latest versions of their laptops, giving more choices for users to choose from. There is just so much to look for during the March 29
th
 launch! So mark your calendars to not miss out!

HONOR is calling out the X Series fans and users, look out for the facebook posting below to join the hype, don’t miss out this opportunity to win yourself a brand new HONOR X9:
https://www.facebook.com/HonorMY/posts/3196004037302711
.

For more official updates, stick with us at HONOR official website here
https://bit.ly/HONORXpr
 and the HONOR Malaysia Facebook page.


Maxis Features Women in Tech Leadership in Conjunction With International Women’s Day

Panel Discussion on 2 April on ‘Women in Tech Leadership’ featuring prominent women representing Grab, Maxis, Microsoft and Women Who Code
Diversity is critical to enabling tech companies in developing better and safer solutions for all communities, at all times
Maxis is committed to bringing together the best of technologies to enable women to Always Be Ahead in a changing world

As the nation’s leading converged solutions provider, Maxis has always recognised diversity as a critical driver for tech companies to create better and safer solutions for all communities, at all times. In conjunction with this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) held recently, Maxis is
partnering with Women Who Code KL, Grab and Microsoft
 on an
IWD Exclusive Panel
 to discuss
Women in Tech Leadership
.

To be held virtually on
2 April 2022
, the 90-minute panel discussion will feature Kimberly Xavier, Grab’s Regional Head of Safety and Quality, Annie Mathew, Microsoft APAC’s Director of Developer Relations and Ann Lee, Maxis’ Head of Delivery and Innovation, and will be moderated by Women Who Code’s Lisa Chan, who is also Petronas’ Head of Software and DevOps.  Participants will be able to hear from these women on their personal experiences and challenges while breaking the glass ceiling in their tech careers.

The session is free and open to anyone who is keen to learn more about the opportunities for women who are pursuing a career in tech:
https://women-tech-lead.peatix.com

“Maxis has always encouraged all our employees to #breakthebias by empowering them with a conducive environment to thrive in this digital era. As a home-grown Malaysian brand, we know the importance of having equal representation in our workforce to ensure that we deliver the best for our customers. We are excited to host this upcoming discussion with our partners, which celebrates diversity and a forward-thinking mindset in a meaningful way,” said Natalia Navin, Chief Human Resources Officer, Maxis.

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As
a signatory company
 of the
United Nations Women Empowerment Principles (UN WEPs)
, Maxis remains committed to empowering women as part of its holistic efforts to support all Malaysians through its
Rangkaian Kita
,
Rangkaian Malaysia
 campaign.

The Company has always gone beyond serving its consumers and businesses by extending multiple initiatives to support all communities in the country, including women, students and B40 families.

Among its efforts for women include the eKelas Usahawan programme, in which Maxis has already trained over 1,000 women entrepreneurs to help develop a stronger digital presence, with a target to train even more this year through webinars and partnerships with NGOs and government agencies. In addition, Maxis has its annual scholarship programme which includes supporting outstanding women to pursue their studies in tech fields.


Maxis Partners With Teladan Setia to Bring Fibre Connectivity to More Homes in Melaka

Partnership will bring fibre connectivity to residents of over 2,100 homes in Taman Bertam Heights, Melaka
Leveraging Maxis own fibre build to bring seamless connectivity through Maxis Home Fibre plans upon vacant possession
Maxis Home Fibre plans with superfast speeds up to 800Mbps and enhanced WiFi experience

Strengthening its position as the leading converged solutions provider in the country, Maxis has entered an agreement with Teladan Setia Sdn Bhd, one of the largest Melaka-based property developers in Melaka, to bring fibre connectivity to residents to one of its townships in the State.

The partnership leverages Maxis own fibre build to deliver a superior home internet experience to residents as well as its attractive fibre propositions.

As part of the agreement, Maxis will design, supply, install, test and commission the telecommunication infrastructure for fixed services to residents within Taman Bertam Heights, Melaka. Maxis will be connecting more than 2,100 homes for the development, with potentially connecting up to another 10,000 premises in Melaka in the future.

The partnership is also part of Maxis’ on-going collaborations with property developers in the country in providing high speed broadband and connectivity solutions.

“Our strategic collaboration with Maxis is an important step to developing connected homes and townships. Since the pandemic, demand for spacious homes with all-rounded amenities have been on the rise. As people spend more time at home, we want to our residences to be ready with the best connectivity solutions. Maxis’ track record and expertise in network infrastructure and services will certainly add value to our townships and to the digital lifestyles of our customers,” said Francis Sia, Executive Director Teladan Setia Sdn. Bhd.

“We are pleased to be appointed by Teladan Setia to provide essential connectivity for their residents’ needs. High-speed fibre broadband is changing the way people communicate and access current and future services such as security, banking, entertainment, and many more. Through our fibre network, capabilities and attractive home propositions, we are able to open up even more possibilities for these digital services, supported by a great connectivity experience. This is an example of our commitment to serving Malaysians with our All-ways Connected Network,” said Paul McManus, Chief Enterprise Business Officer, Maxis.

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Maxis Home Fibre plans offers a range of home Internet needs with superfast speeds up to 800Mbps. Customers can also enjoy a better WiFi experience with the new WiFi 6 router and mesh WiFi. Additionally, they can choose from a wide range of the latest devices for their entertainment, learning, productivity and gaming needs via Maxis Zerolution, an easy home device ownership programme. Home buyers can subscribe to Maxis Fibre upon vacant possession.

Teladan Setia has launched Precinct 1 of Taman Bertam Heights – a Gated & Guarded residential township with a GDV of RM 242.7 million – in Melaka Tengah on 3 February this year.

The township offers 2-Storey Semi-Detached Houses and 2-Storey Terraced Houses in Precinct 1, the per-unit selling price ranging from RM500,000 to RM750,000. With a focus on community-oriented living, the neighbourhood features a multi-tier security system, including electric perimeter fencing, 24-hour CCTV surveillance, guard patrol system and barrier gates with access control.

Residents will also gain exclusive access to its Clubhouse, which houses various facilities like a swimming pool and a gymnasium. All homes in Taman Bertam Heights are fully networked residences equipped with fibre optics infrastructure for high-speed broadband connectivity, while all utilities and drainage are located underground for an overall cleaner and neater environment. Approximately 50% of the units has been sold upon the official launch in February.

Maxis has been seeing good traction of its fibre propositions and a consistent growth of fibre connections quarter on quarter. As at Q4 2021, it has more than 530k fibre connections, and has further expanded its broadband access connectivity through wider deployment to underserved areas.

Combined with its earlier build, Maxis will have its own total premises passed of close to 300k by the end of 2022. With an expanded fibre footprint, Maxis will be able to further support its customers in a rapidly evolving digital economy, as well as the nation’s digitalisation agenda.

Maxis also builds fibre networks for enterprises and offers a wide range of business fibre connectivity solutions for a truly converged experience.

For more information about Maxis Fibre, visit
https://www.maxis.com.my/en/broadband/maxis-fibre/


Meet Lee Zii Jia, OPPO’s Chief Motivation Officer, by Sharing Your Story

Lee Zii Jia, the Chief Motivation Officer of OPPO and official ambassador of the Reno7 Series 5G, is ready to meet you and lift your spirits

National superstar Lee Zii Jia has been announced as one of OPPO’s key figures – its Chief Motivation Officer! In his new role, Lee Zii Jia will work just as hard as he does on the badminton court to inspire Malaysians.

Like it or not, it is inevitable that life throws challenges at you every day. These challenges may sometimes be too difficult to face alone, and this is when a supportive friend is needed. That is why Lee Zii Jia is here to provide this safe space for you.

From now till 23
rd
 March 2022, Lee Zii Jia is inviting you to reach out to him and share your story of the challenges you are currently facing. Do this, and you’ll have the opportunity to personally meet him for a heart-to-heart, motivational talk.

To win this meet-and-greet pass, follow the steps below:

Like and share
this post
 with the hashtags #OPPOReno7Series5G and #ThePortraitExpert
In the comments section of
this post
, share the challenges you are facing, followed by the hashtags #OPPOReno7Series5G and #ThePortraitExpert

That’s it! Reach out to OPPO’s Chief Motivation Officer Lee Zii Jia and you may just win the golden opportunity you need to have your spirits lifted.

To find out more about the campaign, visit
https://www.facebook.com/OPPOMalaysia/videos/1357761724652452/
.

For more information about OPPO’s portrait expert, the Reno7 Series 5G, visit:
bit.ly/Reno7_5G_OPPOStore
 or
bit.ly/Reno7Pro5G_OPPOStore

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MIMOS, Maxis, Huawei Set Up 5G And AI Innovation Hub To Boost Technology Adoption

The hub will help accelerate the creation of industrial use cases enabled by 5G, AI, IoT and other advanced technologies, thus fast-tracking technology adoption among enterprises

MIMOS, Maxis and Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Huawei Malaysia) have established a tripartite partnership to build a 5G and AI Innovation Hub. Located at the MIMOS campus, the hub will help accelerate industrial use cases enabled by 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Upon becoming fully operational, the hub will be a co-creation testbed for research and development (R&D) and an incubator for innovative solutions, which will enable businesses to access infrastructure and facilities enabled by advanced technologies.

MIMOS President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Iskandar Samad said: “Our market-driven R&D activities are focused on creating local technology players that are able to develop solutions that meet the market needs and have significant future exportability.

“It is important for Malaysia to be the place where innovative AI and 5G solutions can be developed and deployed globally. A strong innovation ecosystem will provide more opportunities for the industries,” he added.

Maxis Chief Executive Officer, Gokhan Ogut said: “At Maxis, we are committed to investing in the nation to support the country’s digital agenda. This collaboration is an important part of our journey as we help unleash the immense potential of advanced technologies that can be applied across industries. Through our network leadership, digital services and connectivity solutions, we look forward to bringing together the best of technologies to enable people, businesses and the nation to always be ahead in a changing world.”

Huawei Malaysia CEO Michael Yuan said: “As a leading global ICT infrastructure and smart devices provider, with vast experience in 5G, Cloud and AI, Huawei is ready to provide the necessary infrastructure, share our knowledge and advice on best practices. We already have proven expertise in these areas with the most number of commercial use cases both regionally and globally and we are looking forward to bringing these experiences to Malaysia. The Hub will also enable local ecosystem partners in their adoption of 5G, AI and Cloud technology. This partnership reinforces our commitment towards joint innovation, and we look forward to working together to innovate with our partners to advance Malaysia’s digital economy.”

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The national applied R&D centre, MIMOS, will play its role as a host and innovation driver where the agency will offer R&D advisory, and its national-level facilities for testbed operation, demonstration, and training. MIMOS will also oversee the creation of solutions that will aid industries in achieving continued growth.

As Malaysia’s leading converged solutions provider, Maxis will be powering up the hub with its best-in-class networking and connectivity services and will lend its expertise for new innovations to be nurtured and accelerated. Maxis will also be using its capabilities to integrate the solutions developed by the hub with its enterprise solutions introduced into the local market.

Meanwhile, Huawei, as a leading technology provider, will tap on its extensive experience in operating innovation labs, advice on global best practices, facilitate technology knowledge transfers to local ecosystem partners and also help take these innovations to the global go-to market.

The hub will also feature several showcases including:

Smart Manufacturing: 5G enablement of sensors and connected devices within a factory as well as throughout the entire value chain.
Data Mining for Customer Service: Using large sets of data to create more meaningful outcomes for user experience such as more personalized content
Durian Sense: Implementation of IoT sensors and big data analytics for smart agriculture.

Enterprises are encouraged to visit
www.5g-ai-hub.my
 to explore and find out more about the hub, and to schedule a visit to the hub in advance.


Go Beyond Your Workspace and Multitask Like A Pro with The Galaxy A52s 5G

Sometimes it pays off to use multiple devices from the same brand. If you haven’t heard, Samsung introduced a cross-device connectivity Galaxy Experience called
Continue App
 – offering continuity to sync apps and features across any Galaxy device running with the One UI 3.1.

If you often find yourself starting on a task on your phone and then switching it over to your tablet or vice versa, the Galaxy A52s 5G is the device for you.

With the Continue App function, it synchronizes application data between two Samsung devices, enabling you to share your clipboard and pick up where you left off on the other device. You no longer have to lose track and go through the hassle of starting all over again, or even search it up on the internet again.

This especially comes in handy for students as most schools have dipped their toes into the waters of hybrid learning. You can easily copy and paste texts and images you have on your phone and open it on a tablet for a larger display.

If you urgently need to head out in the middle of reading an article on your tab, but still want to continue reading it in the car along your journey – you can easily browse the exact same webpage with just one click – as long as the
Continue apps on other devices
 feature is turned on.

What’s more, attending online classes and multitasking between different apps will be smooth thanks to its 8GB RAM along with its powerful 4,500mAh battery that can last you through the day. If you are running low on power, the device supports up to 25W fast charging that gets your device recharged in no time – making sure you don’t fall behind with your day-to-day tasks.

You can rest easy knowing all your documents are safely stored in an encrypted space called Secure Folder that is only accessible with your fingerprint or password. You also do not have to worry about losing space on your phone thanks to its internal storage of 256GB with an additional microSD card up to 1TB if you wish to upgrade.

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For more information on the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G, please click here:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a52s-5g-awesome-black-256gb-sm-a528bzkixme/


New Era of Computational Video With The OPPO Find X5 Pro And MariSilicon X

The OPPO Find X5 Pro is the result of a decade of research and development in mobile camera systems. It started in the early days of computer vision algorithm experiments, breaking from the traditional model to work out how a phone camera should “think”.

2014 brought us pixel binning technology, where multiple sensor pixels are combined for better images in low light, while a demosaic technique is used to improve sharpness during the day. From 2014 to 2018 we saw the rise of OIS and computational photography that make capturing crystal clear night photos not just possible but easy.

OPPO’s Find X5 Pro collates this knowledge and takes it to the next level with a particular focus on low-light video, where each frame has detail, clarity and dynamic range comparable with a still night mode photo.

However, to get here OPPO had to solve a bottleneck it found around 2019, by which time OPPO phones used techniques like advanced AI noise reduction, multi-exposure night shooting and face recognition.

These demand a lot of work to be done instantaneously, causing a spike in power consumption. The ultimate solution is also the key to the OPPO Find X5 Pro’s paradigm-shifting photographic power: OPPO MariSilicon X.

This is a self-developed core imaging NPU designed with a laser focus on computational and AI photography workloads. It unlocks the processing power required for the OPPO FInd X5 Pro’s next-generation imaging capabilities.

4K Ultra Night Video

Computational video is the new battleground for phone cameras. OPPO phones have made huge leaps in low-light photo performance in the last four years, but video introduces a fresh set of challenges.

A phone can spend several seconds capturing and collating the data for a single still image. But the OPPO Find X5 Pro needs to generate 30 or 60 images per second for video, handling up to three billion pixels of information every second.

The scale of the challenge is immense, necessitating the paradigm-shifting power of MariSilicon X, which is capable of up to 18 trillion operations per second.

4K Ultra Night Video is the key demonstration of this power in action. It offers low-light video with dynamic range and detail comparable with the OPPO Find X5 Pro’s night photos, bringing light to darkness and restoring subtle gradations that are so often lost.

How? The OPPO Find X5 Pro’s 4K Ultra Night Video employs a combination of AINR, artificial intelligence noise reduction, and 3DNR to maximize the detail and dynamic range of your videos. 3DNR reaches beyond traditional techniques, comparing subsequent frames to best represent the motion of the real world.

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DOL-HDR also lets the OPPO Find X5 Pro capture two frames concurrently, for real-time HDR imaging free of ghosting. The power of OPPO’s MariSilicon X imaging NPU has made the impossible possible.

Ultra Night Pro

The OPPO Find X5 Pro also brings revolutionary upgrades to further improve the low-light stills photography performance established in the multi award-winning OPPO Find X3 Pro.

It debuts OPPO’s OPPO’s SLR-level 5-axis OIS. Both lens and sensor elements can compensate for moments in your hand, allowing for flawless image capture.

In action, you see the OPPO Find X5 Pro generate pristine low-light pictures almost three times as quickly as the previous generation of OPPO flagship phones. What you don’t see is the bustling hive of activity that occurs behind the scenes. The OPPO Find X5 Pro camera creates photos out of multiple exposures, like an oil painter building up a masterwork using layer upon layer of fine glazes.

Ultra HDR Photography and video

Night photography and video are proving grounds for the OPPO Find X5 Pro camera. The dream of being able to capture not just stills, but also great video, in any situation has been realized.

However some of the same techniques are a crucial component in a host of other situations.

Picture a bright sunset. The rich and brilliant oranges and reds of the sky sit in stark contrast to the dark foreground. A lesser phone might leave these foreground elements draped in shadow, but the MariSilicon X’s HDR fusion algorithm allows for up to 20 stops of dynamic range.

It brings out every last fine detail without leaving the sky washed out, threatening to obliterate the swathes of color that come to define every great sunset image. OPPO’s Find X5 Pro is ready to capture these moments, where the sky seems alight with color, cascading off the contours of each cloud.

The OPPO Find X5 Pro can achieve the same effect when shooting 4K video too thanks to DOL-HDR, constructing high dynamic range footage free of ghosting artifacts even when your subject is in motion.

OPPO’s Find X5 Pro represents a generation leap for the hardware and software in phone cameras. It brings renewed creative control and a paradigm shift in low-light video. Only one question remains: what would you enjoy most about the OPPO Find X5 Pro camera?


A New Way to Journal with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

Keeping your thoughts and notes organised, taking the time to self-reflect and even exercising creative self-expression are just some of the joys of journaling.

The versatile and portable tablet is no stranger to mobile productivity or entertainment on-the-go. What makes the new
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8

— available in Tab S8, Tab S8+ and Tab S8 Ultra models — so special is how digital journaling is elevated to a new level.

Journaling with Samsung Notes and Noteshelf, two free apps that are pre-loaded on the Tab S8 series, allows for great journaling experiences without the clutter of keeping physical notebooks. Seamless integration across Samsung devices and easy access to other modes of digital media with the Galaxy Tab S8 also give you greater flexibility in how you write, draw, imagine and share.

Read on to find out how the Tab S8 series brings to life the ideal journaling experience.

Pen-on-paper precision with the S Pen

Pen and paper are the quintessential tools when it comes to journaling and journaling with the Tab S8 brings that seamlessly natural experience to the digital realm with the S Pen.

The new and improved S Pen that accompanies the Galaxy Tab S8 uses a prediction algorithm for ultra-low latency, which means there’s near-instant feedback as you write, mimicking the glide of a pen across paper. The nifty handwriting-to-text function on both apps is also great for times when you’re jotting in a rush (goodbye illegible handwriting!), while the landscape scrolling function in Samsung Notes ensures you won’t run out of space for your scribbles.

Aspiring calligraphers will also enjoy the dedicated S Pen calligraphy effects on Samsung Notes, while the tablet’s large display gives you the space to watch tutorials while you practice on the same device.

Create a bespoke journaling experience with Noteshelf

Whether you use a journal to stay organised or as a creative outlet, you can choose from a variety of digital planner and journal templates on Noteshelf Club to suit your preferences. Unleash your creativity by customising the layouts with stickers, drawings and more! Noteshelf lets you create multiple notebooks within the app too, giving you the ability to organise work, play and every day with ease.

Scribbled down a quick and easy spaghetti bolognese recipe and having a hard time remembering where it is? The built-in search function on Noteshelf combs through both typed and handwritten notes saved, so you can quickly find what you need. The app also supports handwriting recognition if you prefer to jot down your thoughts by writing with an S Pen.

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Taking down notes from school or work discussions, or capturing a fun moment with friends? The Tab S8 is equipped with a 6MP Ultra-Wide and 13MP AF rear camera, as well as three microphones, so that both visuals and audio from important meetings and cherished gatherings are saved in crystal clear detail.

The best part is that these photos and voice recordings can be inserted directly into your Samsung Notes or Noteshelf entry for instant and convenient recall. You can also include a link to your favorite TED Talk video or Pinterest mood board as you pen your thoughts, so a quick dose of inspiration is always just a tap away.

And if you feel up for a vlog instead, the 12MP Ultra Wide front camera and an additional 12MP wide front camera on the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra have you covered on days when words are simply not enough.

Built for effortless multitasking and expansive connectivity

Taking multitasking to the next level, the Galaxy Tab S8 comes with the enhanced Multi-Active Window functions, such as opening and resizing multiple apps at the same time, while Samsung DeX offers PC-like capabilities and supports transparent app windows and screen mirroring on an external display – perfect for organising your to-do list or working on complicated projects while looking through your emails and calendar at the same time.

The Tab S8 series also supports seamless syncing across Galaxy devices via Samsung Cloud for easy access to your content on Samsung Notes, allowing you to pick up exactly where you last left off even when you’re switching between laptop, phone, and tablet.

Built for a new era of connectivity, the Tab S8 enables you to explore creative and productive ways of journaling that are limited only by your imagination!

Launch Promotion

Until 31 March 2022, customers who purchase the Tab S8 Ultra can redeem free gifts worth up to RM1,887. This includes one S Pen and one Book Cover Keyboard  in the box worth up to RM1,738, one Neoprene Pouch worth RM149 and 30% off a one (1) year Samsung Care+ Protection Plan.

See below for promo breakdown:

Models
RRP
Memory & Storage
Free Gifts
30% Off Samsung Care+ 1-Year Protection Plan RRP
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
RM5,899
12GB + 256GB
One (1) S Pen and one (1) Book Cover Keyboard in the box worth up to RM1,738
One (1) Neoprene Pouch worth RM149
RM231
(actual RRP RM330)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+
RM4,599
8GB + 256GB
One (1) S Pen and one (1) Book Cover Keyboard in the box worth up to RM1,738
One (1) Neoprene Pouch worth RM149
RM231
(actual RRP RM330)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
RM3,299
8GB + 128GB
One (1) S Pen and one (1) Book Cover Keyboard in the box worth up to RM1,738
One (1) Neoprene Pouch worth RM149
RM154
(actual RRP RM220)

For details on the promotion, do see:
https://www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile/galaxy-tab-s8-launch/


Okta Study Uncovers Top Apps and Services as Firms Negotiate Covid-19

Organisations adopt collaboration and security tools with a vengeance, as they accelerate migration to the cloud

Okta, Inc.
, the leading independent identity provider, today announced the findings of its eighth annual Businesses at Work report. The research explored what applications and services organisations in Asia Pacific (APAC) and across the globe use to remain productive and secure.

Businesses at Work 2022 takes a holistic look at Okta’s network of 14,000 global customers and more than 7,000 integrations with cloud, mobile and web apps, and IT infrastructure providers — to better understand the apps and services that powered work in 2021. The year’s top apps include a combination of productivity suites, security solutions, and scheduling software.

“Ballooning infrastructure costs, rising cyberattacks, growing customer expectations for tailored digital experiences, and an increasingly dynamic workforce accelerated digital transformation in 2021,” said Graham Sowden, Okta’s General Manager for APAC. “As our relationship with technology deepens, the role of identity in providing seamless access between people and technology has become critical.”

IDC
 is predicting that by the end of 2022, half of the Asia Pacific economy will be based on, or influenced by, digital technologies.

The hottest apps:

Globally, collaboration and security tools are the two most popular categories of tools deployed through the Okta Integration Network, showing a 28% and 31% year-over-year growth respectively.
The power trio Google Workspace, Zoom, and Slack have won a large number of new customers across APAC. Google Workspace grew 68% YoY in terms of number of customers in the region, while Slack and Zoom grew 40% and 37%, respectively.
Also in APAC specifically, network security tool Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect, workflow platform ServiceNow, email security tool Mimecast, and small business accounting software Xero were the most popular among customers.
Globally, collaboration tools like Notion, Figma, Miro, Airtable and
monday.com
 saw a surge in customers throughout the year, in tandem with the rise of remote working.
Compared to the previous year’s report, 70% of the fastest-growing apps are new to the top 10. Clearly, the rapid shift to remote work drove firms to adopt new technologies to keep their workforces connected, secure and productive.

“Remote work has made content collaboration tools outright essential for corporations during the pandemic,” said Sowden. “In particular, we see that videos and meetings continue to connect people in a remote world, especially in APAC, where employers are arming their employees with collaboration platforms such as Zoom.”

“We are proud to be recognised as one of APAC’s most-used productivity applications and services,” said Ricky Kapur, Head of APAC, Zoom. “Zoom is constantly innovating with our diverse ecosystem of partners, including Okta, to provide organisations with solutions that empower their hybrid workforce. With employees wanting greater flexibility in where and how they work, we are committed to driving secure and seamless collaboration for employee engagement and overall company success.”

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Rise of multi-cloud platforms

Being able to access workflows and productivity tools from any location, on any device has turned into a business imperative. In fact, cloud migration isn’t just increasing—it’s doubling, and complexifying, with organisations choosing to use multiple cloud platforms instead of putting all their cloud computing in one virtual basket.

AWS remains the runaway favorite cloud platform globally, showing a 32% YoY growth last year and contributing to a total increase of 152% since 2018. Meanwhile, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is boasting an increase of 40% since 2020—a whopping 365% from where it ranked in 2018.

Continued investment in security

Firms are continuing to invest in security-related applications, with Netskope (a network security tool) now the fastest growing app worldwide by number of unique users and VMware’s Workspace ONE (an endpoint management tool) remaining high on the list.

In addition, businesses are increasingly turning to higher assurance and adaptive forms of authentication like Okta Verify and WebAuthn to secure access to applications. Globally, SMS as a security factor dropped from 53% three years ago to 47% today, while security questions dropped 18% three years ago to 13% today.

Growing preference for best-of-breed solutions

Our research suggests that even when organisations increasingly license productivity suites, they still want to invest in best-of-breed apps that mirror some of the apps licensed under the bundle.

Of Okta’s Microsoft 365 (the most popular app) customers globally, 33% deploy four or more best-of-breed apps, up from 20% four years ago, highlighting the growing importance of flexibility and functionality as employees work remotely. Some 38% also deploy Google Workspace, this year’s third most popular app by number of customers. Another 43% use AWS, the second most popular app.

This year’s report clearly shows that organisations across the globe are leaning heavily into two areas: choice and collaboration,” said Sowden. “This is a wise move and Okta is excited to be able to support some of APAC’s largest and most complex enterprises as they evolve their technology strategies.”

If you would like to learn more about the current state of identity in APAC and dive deeper into findings from the Businesses@Work report visit
here
.

About Okta

Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time.

With more than 7,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta provides simple and secure access to people and organizations everywhere, giving them the confidence to reach their full potential.

More than 15,000 organizations, including JetBlue, Nordstrom, Siemens, Slack, Takeda, Teach for America, and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers.


OPPO Forges A Solid Future In Tech With These 3 Key MWC 2022 Takeaways

As this year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC 2022) comes to a close, OPPO takes a closer look at some of the key takeaways from the robust conversations held throughout the 5-day event.

The long-awaited event saw attendees from over 183 countries and more than 1,800 exhibitors including OPPO which previewed its 5G, CPE and SuperVOOC innovative capabilities. Here are the 3 biggest takeaways from MWC 2022.

1. 5G marks its arrival but businesses need to start looking ahead towards 6G progression

Day 1 of MWC opened with a timely discussion on “
What’s New & Worth Your Attention
” which, as the name of the session suggests, touched on the innovations that one should rightly direct their attention towards and this includes network infrastructures, 5G devices, telco cloud innovations and vertical industry transformation.

In the realm of 5G, OPPO has continuously led the conversation by being one of the thought leaders in the space through the conceptualising of 5G-enabled devices even before the emergence of 5G in Malaysia. As the nation progresses towards 5G trials, OPPO is in a position to equip its consumers with a range of devices which are 5G-enabled.

In tandem, OPPO also unveiled its latest CPE device, the OPPO 5G CPE T2 which offers a powerful, all-round 5G connectivity and is designed to be the core hub of a multi-scenario, multi-device connected experience even in remote areas. OPPO’s 5G CPE T2 is able to deliver a 5G experience beyond expectations, just in time for the adoption of 5G locally.

In line with OPPO’s ambition of taking it one step further in the realm of innovation, OPPO Research Institute has officially released its first 6G white paper in 2021 entitled “6G AI-Cube Intelligent Networking”. The white paper marks one of the telecommunication industry’s first in-depth looks into how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can empower 6G network architecture, while exploring the detailed vision for the design of next-generation communication networks.

2. Artificial intelligence will significantly improve ways of work and humankind’s digital lifestyle

It goes without saying that AI has long been heralded as a major advantage to society and in this era, we have caught a glimpse of what it is capable of, including possessing the capacity to reduce manpower and time taken to perform routine tasks.

During the session, “
How AI Is Shaping Our World
”, it was illustrated how AI is creating new dimensions and there is a plethora of possibilities for it to accelerate the next industrial milestone while paving the way for unprecedented efficiencies across multiple sectors.

OPPO is no stranger to the world of AI, having developed among many innovations, its CybeReal, a tool which is powered by an in-house AI Engine to intelligently extract spatial information from smartphone images, reducing the need for professional scanning equipment.

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The possibilities for CybeReal are endless and its underlying AI platform has the capabilities of processing 12,000 scanned images per hour. As divulged during the session, advancements in AI will aid in the future of work.

As for OPPO, the brand is committed towards exploring the untapped world of AR-related hardware, software and services to continue making the AI technology more accessible to all industries.

3. Businesses need to understand the importance of value creation

In order to remain competitive, brands need to dive deep into the subject of value creation and understand their place in the industry while continuously innovating and pivoting. During MWC’s keynote session on “
Value Creation
”, the robust conversation centred on how the real value for businesses in this era lies at the intersection of service innovation and network intelligence.

One way that OPPO continues to drive value creation is through the innovation of existing products and services, one of which is SuperVOOC which was borne out of a simple need to mitigate mobile phone’s large power consumption. OPPO invented its VOOC flash charging, which is an innovative low-voltage and high-current solution, to introduce a new way of flash charging.

Not stopping there, OPPO later innovated its own in-house creation by introducing the latest 150W SuperVOOC flash charge which can charge a 4,500 mAh battery to 50% in 5 minutes and deliver a seamless flash charging experience.

In tandem, the 240W SuperVOOC flash charge is able to charge a 4,500mAh battery to 100% in about 9 minutes, truly pushing the boundaries of charging power, pushing the limits of high-power charging and efficiency. With fast charging, OPPO is also committed in providing users with advanced solutions for efficient and safe charging.

Hence, through the solving of real-world issues such as fast battery drainage and safe charging, OPPO is able to drive value creation and remain competitive in the industry and amongst other industry players.

Starting conversations about topics that matter

This year’s MWC has indeed kickstarted conversations surrounding worthy topics in the industry with the ultimate aim of shaping the future of connectivity. In light of the current pandemic, a core emphasis was placed on reconnecting, reimaging as well as reinventing for a mutual industry success.

OPPO, one of the tech industry’s key players, exhibited a total of 5 booths including “Brand”, “Flagship”, “Smartphone Technology”, “5G” and “AR Ecosystem”. Alongside its physical booths at MWC 2022, OPPO also invited tech enthusiasts around the world to join its virtual playground experience.

During the 5-day event, OPPO introduced its latest flagship products and showcased several industry-leading mobile phone technologies that will set new industry records.


OPPO Enco Air 2 Review – This TWS Sounds Promising

OPPO Enco Air 2

RM249.00

8.8

Build Quality

8.5/10

Price

9.0/10

Functions and Features

8.5/10

Battery

9.0/10

Sound Quality

9.0/10

				Pros

Long lasting battery

Lightweight

High quality audio

Good fit

Affordable

				Cons

HeyTap app need more functions

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Who doesn’t love music? It’s weird to know someone who doesn’t like music and fortunately, I love music. That makes me an audiophile too. If you don’t know what that means, here’s an explanation for that:

“An audiophile is a person who is enthusiastic about high-fidelity sound reproduction. An audiophile seeks to reproduce the sound of a live musical performance, typically in a room with good acoustics.” – Wikipedia.

With that being said, let me introduce to you the newest member of OPPO’s TWS (True Wireless Stereo), the OPPO Enco Air 2.

Now, the Enco Air 2 is a second generation from the Air series or rather from the original Enco Air. The second iteration boosted the sound quality and intensity to almost double from the original Air. This means you will get a clearer vocal and treble while getting a deeper and more solid bass.

After knowing all these, I was quite excited to unbox the new OPPO Enco Air 2 and start listening to some tunes. In this case, I paired the Enco Air 2 with my phone via the HeyMelody App that’s available to download from the Google Playstore or Apple App Store. Do take note that the iOS version does not support Enco Air 2 yet. We have to wait for the next app update for it to be available.

First Look

The new OPPO Enco Air 2 comes in a cute square box. Once I opened the box, there’s the new OPPO style semi transparent TWS casing/battery pack smack in the middle. I got the white colour variant. There’s also a light blue colour variant but I think I prefer the white version.

Other things that came in the box are the documentation and warranty stuff. Do note that there are no charging cables in the box. You will have to use your own USB-C cable to charge the case up.

The casing feels light but the size is a lot bigger than I initially thought. The transparent cover pops open with a springy snap from the top to reveal the two earphones side by side. The Enco Air 2 looks almost identical to the original Air but only with a slight change on the sides. Each earphone weighs only 3.5g. Of course, most of the changes are what’s on the inside. But we will soon experience that.

Around the bottom of the case, there’s the USB-C port for charging. As for the battery capacity, the charging case comes with 440mAh battery and each of the TWS comes with 27mAh capacity. Thankfully, the Enco Air 2 is very power efficient. You can have up to 4 hours of continuous music playback before the earphones run out of juice and up to 24 hours for the charging case battery to deplete. So technically, you’ll have 24 hours of music in your ears.

When you run out of juice, it will only take 1.5 hours to charge up the earphones and 2 hours to charge up the case + earphones together. Come to think of it, I’ve only charged mine once and after 2 weeks (at the time of this writing), I still have lots of juice in the case. And that makes me happy.

So how does it sound? Moving on to the next topic.

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Usage and Sound Experience

Pairing the Enco Air 2 with the HeyMelody app is easy. Once that’s done, you can configure how you want your music to sound like for instance – original sound, bass boost or clear vocal. These are the three presets that’s available in the app for now. You can also turn the Game Mode on to get a really low latency audio sync for gaming. Thanks to Bluetooth 5.2, this made the Enco Air 2 capable of low audio latency.

Now that I have everything configured to my likings, it’s time to play that funky music.

Oh, I would also like to note that the OPPO Enco Air 2 fits nicely in my ear. I have tried some other earphones that have a similar design that doesn’t fit in my ear properly. Most of them feel loose and can fall out easily. But not with the Enco Air 2. Somehow it feels good and comfortable.

The sound quality on the Enco Air 2 is brilliant. The OPPO Enco Air 2 has a larger 13.4mm composite titanized diaphragm driver that is able to produce solid bass and super clear vocals.  Some of the songs that I played like Enter Sandman by Metallica sounded really clear. The bass at the beginning of the song is strong enough with the Enco Air 2. This is usually my benchmark song whenever I review a new TWS or any wired earphones.

If you know the song, you’ll know how strong the bass is at the beginning. I played this song on a huge speaker once and it shook the roof, literally. So in order for me to test any TWS, I will play Enter Sandman.

And I was quite pleased with the Enco Air 2. The vocals are clear and the bass is 90% there. I know that it’s hard to fill in my criteria but so far only one audio device that I’ve reviewed hit me at 100%. Anyway, 90% isn’t bad. The bass is really solid and I was surprised that it sounded this good. The clarity of the mid range sounds are impressive and well balanced too.

But my listening pleasure was heightened when I started listening to instrumental songs with good guitar plucking and some jazzy tunes. The clarity is great here. Even the acoustic is quite impressive. This is one of the better TWS that I’ve tested. If only it can give a little deep strong bass kick, then I would rate this a 10/10.

Conclusion

If you ask me, I don’t know how to measure sound quality with some geeky technical data on paper. Some may use software to measure the decibels and the high/low range etc. But not me. The only means of sound measurement that I use are my own ears. And good thing I have a good sound pitch.

I review what I hear. And I’m hearing good stuff on this new OPPO Enco Air 2. I like how the vocal clarity sounds and I do enjoy some of the solid bass it produces. The overall music experience with the Enco Air 2 was fun. If you like listening to instrumental acoustic music from the orchestra or jazz genre, you will enjoy this TWS.  I even enjoy some EDM music by Alan Walker.

What’s important to me is the whole music experience with any TWS or audio device. As long as the vocals are clear and the bass is solid, I would say yes to it. And this OPPO Enco Air 2 gets a huge yes from me.

The OPPO Enco Air 2 is now available for purchase at
OPPO’s official page
 for RRP
RM249.00
.


OPPO Engineered The Extraordinary 5G Signal Solution in Find X5 Pro

By 2025, 5G networks are expected to serve
one-third
 of the world’s population. As part of its never-ending strive for perfection, OPPO develops 5G smartphone solutions that provide an unparalleled experience, offering users with stable, uncompromised 5G connections for maximum enjoyment.

Laying the foundations

The quality of a smartphone’s signal is determined by its antenna, and its positioning within the phone itself. In 2020, OPPO released a groundbreaking 360-degree Antenna Design in Reno 3: where the antenna is arranged along the outer frame of Reno 3’s frame, allowing a better signal regardless of whether it was held horizontally or vertically.

The 360-degree Antenna Design in OPPO Reno 3

This was particularly important for gamers, as many AAA smartphone titles are played horizontally to maximize the use of the screen. In regular phones without such a novel solution, gamers may suffer from poor signal, slower speeds and lag, giving them a noticeable competitive disadvantage.

Adapting to life

But sometimes, users may still experience dropped connections, low signal, and lag while they are on their phones in challenging environments like parking lots or trains. In those challenging environments, the Power Amplifier (PA) plays a critical role in amplifying a smartphone’s signal enough to provide users with a strong and stable connection.

Most phones only have one PA for a corresponding frequency band, and it’s up to this single PA to choose the most suitable of four antennas in a phone to receive the signal. The flaw in this design is that there is a large burden placed on the PA itself, in addition to a delay. That’s because it takes time for the PA to decide which of a phone’s four antennas is best when gamers change grip from horizontal to vertical.

One single Power Amplifier causes delay

In order to combat this issue, OPPO’s engineers worked on a solution that expertly blends software and hardware to improve the layout of the antennas, as well as including not one, but two PA components. After a year of engineering, the Dual PA Four-way Connection System was first launched in OPPO Find X5 Pro, positioning it well ahead of any competition.

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Dual PA Four-way Connection System ensures perfect 5G signal

This innovative system is driven by a crucial component which is developed by OPPO Research Institute – Fast Matching Algorithm. It enables the phone to select the PA that’s most suitable for sending and receiving signals at any given time automatically.

Not only does this massively increase the efficiency of the PA system itself, but their location also corresponds closely to their respective antenna bands, improving both the quality of the signal, as well as power consumption.

Dual PA Four-way Connection System applied on 4G bands

Moreover, OPPO also applied Dual PA Four-way Connection System on 4G bands. Signal that’s both powerful and fast, with silky smooth video, streaming and gaming experiences without any lag or stutter to be seen. According to laboratory data, Find X5 Pro sees far fewer freezes with lower latency, even in extremely weak signal scenarios — specifically 30% less latency and 50% less freezes compared to the previous generation Find X3 Pro.

Striving for perfection

OPPO has always placed importance on quality communication, and this was cemented further by establishing a communication standards team in 2015.

More recently, OPPO has spent the past few years actively promoting the development and adoption of 5G around the world, in addition to submitting 5G communication standard patents in more than 30 countries and regions around the world. In fact, in 2021, OPPO became one of the top ten companies in the world for holding one of the highest numbers of 5G-specific patents.

Despite its world-leading innovation with Reno 5G and Find X3 Pro (the first commercial 5G-supporting and 5G-standalone handsets in Europe), along with, of course, Find X5 Pro, OPPO remains committed to more research and innovation to push industry boundaries to provide the best possible experience for its users.

From working with chip suppliers to refine and optimize chips’ capability, to exploring new antenna solutions, partnerships and new possibilities beyond 5G, OPPO’s quest for excellence is always on-going.