How to Get up to 50% off on the NEW LG TONE Free and LG XBOOM Series

Looking for the latest wireless earbuds or portable audio speakers? Leading brand in the consumer electronics industry, LG Electronics Malaysia (LG) today announced discounts up to 50% on its newly released LG TONE Free and LG XBOOM series for 10 days until 10
th
 October 2020 to celebrate the launch of its LG Official Tech Stores on both Shopee and Lazada.

“LG believes in ensuring that its latest and revolutionary home entertainment products are made available for all Malaysians, including consumers who prefer shopping online. This is only possible with the support from leading e-commerce platforms like Shopee and Lazada,” said Kim Kyutae, Managing Director of LG Electronics Malaysia.

LG TONE Free and LG XBOOM Series debuted in Malaysia in September. LG collaborated with the world’s leading audio technology brand, Meridian to develop LG TONE Free and LG XBOOM Go to bring an immersive audio quality not just for audiophiles, but also for all types of consumer.

The unique UV sterilisation built-in wireless earbuds, LG TONE Free also features active noise cancellation and long-lasting battery life. LG XBOOM Go is a compact size solution for premium audio. On the other hand, LG XBOOM ON is a premium all-in-one audio speaker features Super Bass Boost which focuses on producing big, powerful beats that take the party atmosphere up a notch.

Save the date! Discounts are available for these six models of the LG TONE Free and LG XBOOM Series.

Category

Model

MSRP (RM)

Promo Price (RM)

LG TONE Free

HBS-FN4

599

299

HBS-FN6

799

499

LG XBOOM Go

PL2

419

249

PL5

649

399

LG XBOOM ON

ON5

1,299

899

ON7

1,499

1,199

To find out more about exclusive deals on the LG Official Tech Stores, visit
https://shopee.com.my/lgmytechstore.os
 or
https://www.lazada.com.my/shop/lg-tech-store/
.

For more information on its products, please visit
https://www.lg.com/my
 or follow their official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/LGEMalaysia/
 for the latest updates.

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APC by Schneider RM100 Instant Vouchers on Lazada and Shopee 10.10 Super Sale

APC by Schneider Electric offers premium protection of your precious devices – now on sale at Lazada and Shopee from now until 10
th
 October and beyond

Get 5% off on all APC by Schneider Electric products

Enjoying all the new devices that you bought from the last shopping spree? Now it’s time to ensure they receive the best protection against power outages, surges and spikes. Keep the gadgets you love safe with the range of power protection devices from APC by Schneider Electric!

Schneider Electric
, the worldwide leader in power protection for more than 30 years is back with another round of super sales on
Lazada
 and
Shopee
 for its range of APC by Schneider Electric solutions – happening now until 10
th
 October and beyond. You can enjoy up to RM100 of instant vouchers on selected products and more.

Not sure where to start? These scenarios can help you decide how you can maximise these awesome deals:

Your job requires you to be always on.
 This means you need to ensure that your bosses, wherever they may be, are able to reach out to you and connect with you on work matters – especially now that working from home has become a common practice. As a result of these requirements, you are always prepared with your power bank, extra chargers and batteries. You also believe in overpreparing for any occasion including the possibility of power outages that lasts beyond your power banks and batteries. In these instances, you will need an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) solution near you, to ensure that your valuable work and important documents can be saved and will never be lost.

Gaming is your escape from reality.
 At the end of a busy day, you unwind by connecting with your friends and completing missions on your favourite online game. The best feeling is knowing you and your team are on the final stages of defeating the enemy in a ranked game, until your connection is cut off or your device is shut down because of a sudden power loss. This is the only reason you need to get your hands on a Back UPS Pro solution to protect and keep your devices running.

They say lightning never strikes the same place twice. In reality, this is not the case for you
,
especially during thunderstorms and rainy seasons
. As a regular or even heavy user of electronic devices, you are constantly worrying that these gadgets possibly get damaged due to lighting. If this is you, time to invest in a surge protection solution for your computers and electronics.

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Protect your Devices and your Home

APC by Schneider Electric solutions are designed to protect devices against downtime, data loss and hardware damage that happens due to power problems. They set the standard for premium quality and advanced innovation in power protection solutions. Their comprehensive solutions, which are designed for both home and corporate environments, improve the manageability, availability and performance of sensitive electronic, network, communications and industrial equipment of all sizes.

So, don’t miss these amazing deals!

Product

Models

RRP

Instant Voucher (MYR)

Back UPS Pro BR Series

For backup power during electrical failure

·         BR650MI

·         BR900MI

RM 1,051

RM 1,259

50

·         BR1300MI

·         BR1600MI

RM 2,009

RM 2,249

80

·         BR1200SI

·         BR1600SI

·         BY1500GI

RM 2,109

RM 2,249

RM 2,499

100

Easy UPS SMV Series

Provides you with protection during unstable power condition

·         SMV750I-MS

·         SMV1000I-MS

RM 1,039

RM 1,319

50

·         SMV1500AI-MS

RM 1,829

80

·         SMV2000AI-MS

·         SMV3000AI-MS

RM 2,169

RM 2,859

100

Essential SurgeArrest

Basic protection against power surges for your electronical devices

·         PM8-UK

·         PMH63VT-UK

RM 250

RM 230

10

Hurry! Grab these amazing solutions now from the official Schneider Electric store on
Lazada
 and
Shopee

For more information on Schneider Electric and its latest innovative products, visit Schneider Electric’s official website and at
https://www.se.com/my/en/
.

You can also get other exciting updates when you follow Schneider Electric’s official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/SchneiderElectricMY/


DJI Ronin Series Grows Smarter with New DJI RS 2 and RSC 2 Gimbals

DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today expands the legacy of the highly popular and prestigious DJI Ronin series, by introducing the rebranded DJI RS 2 and DJI RSC 2. Redesigned and reimagined, both systems offer the filmmaking and content creation community an extremely robust, versatile, and professional 3-axis camera gimbal for their various needs. DJI RS 2 brings added strength and agility to creators using heavier camera systems such as DSLR and compact cinema cameras. At the same time, DJI RSC 2 was created to be more portable, meeting the needs of mirrorless and more compact camera operators.

“DJI’s first Ronin-S and the original Ronin-SC created so much excitement when they launched that we immediately went back to the drawing board to figure out how to make our products even better,” said Paul Pan, Senior Product Line Manager. “Just like with the first version, we took time to research how our professional customers use their Ronin products and what new features they wanted in the next generation of a handheld gimbal. Yet again, the result is the culmination of user feedback, years of design and development, and significant advancements in stabilization technology. Now we are excited to showcase two new filmmaking tools designed to meet the needs of a wide array of filmmakers. From cinema cameras to mirrorless systems, we have a solution for you.”

DJI RS 2: Masterfully Crafted

Considering a tremendous amount of feedback from professional operators, DJI RS 2 incorporates carbon fiber in vital structural components, reducing weight down to 1.3 kg (2.86 lbs) while remaining highly durable. Pushing the innovation of single-handed gimbal technology even further, DJI RS 2 now supports a tested dynamic payload of 4.5 kg (10 lbs) for creators to use heavier camera and lens combinations while still achieving up to 12 hours of battery life. A new quick-charge function directly to the battery handle has been added for urgent situations, providing an extra two hours of battery life with just a 15-minute charge.

DJI RS 2 continues pushing gimbal technology forward with the ability to support heavier payloads while capturing ultra-smooth cinematic footage. Based on years of experience developing predictive technology, a newly optimized Titan Stabilization Algorithm reduces the need for manual user input while compensating for user movement and optimizing the gimbal tilt and angle. Additionally, a new SuperSmooth mode provides another level of camera stability, especially for compensating longer focal length lenses of up to 100mm.

Simple to set up, easy to operate, and highly customizable, DJI RS 2 was created to allow filmmakers to adapt their system to their filming needs while feeling confident it will easily integrate into their workflow. Axis locks enable easier transportation and balancing, while a dual-layer camera mounting plate is compatible with both the Arca-Swiss and Manfrotto standard. A fine-tune balancing knob allows for even more precise balancing of the camera payload. The built-in 1.4” color touchscreen can display camera data, gimbal settings, or a live feed from the camera. Supporting 11 different languages, the ultra-bright screen can also initiate key functions such as ActiveTrack and intelligent shooting modes. The built-in front dial above the trigger allows for precise focus control and complements a DJI Focus Wheel mounted on the RSA port to create two-channel focus and zoom.

DJI RS 2 also turns into a versatile tool that can be attached and used with other systems such as jibs, car attachments, and sliders. Two RSA ports double as NATO ports so that users can mount accessories and attachments such as grips and a remote controller

DJI RSC 2: Filmmaking Unfolds

A completely new and portable folding design makes DJI RSC 2 easy for creators to carry everywhere without adding additional weight to the gear list. Additionally, the folding design provides creative ways to use the gimbal such as vertical filming without additional accessories, as well as a new Briefcase mode, where the main gimbal arm can be loosened and slung forward to provide unique shooting angles. Durable materials like steel are used on vital and frequently used components, while lightweight materials such as aluminum reduce overall weight. DJI RSC 2 weighs in at 1.2 kg (2.65 lbs), 35% less than the original Ronin-S, and has a folding footprint of 180×190 mm, the same size as a sheet of A5 paper. The built-in battery offers an impressive 12 hours of battery life and – like DJI RS 2 – the new quick-charge function directly to the battery handle has been added for urgent situations.

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DJI RSC 2 remains lightweight and portable, featuring stronger motors to support a tested payload of up to 3 kg (6.6 lbs). This increased dynamic payload supports popular mirrorless cameras along with heavier combinations like the Panasonic S1H and a 24-70mm lens. Using the same advanced technology as DJI RS 2, the newly optimized Titan Stabilization Algorithm generates a new level of stability – smoothing out fine details in conjunction with the motorized gimbal for some of the most advanced stabilization on the market. DJI RSC 2 is compatible with a wide array of camera models so users can get the most out of the system. Axis locks enable easier transportation and balancing, while a dual-layer camera mounting plate is compatible with both the Arca-Swiss and Manfrotto standard. A 1” built-in OLED screen displays camera data with the ability to adjust settings directly.

Multifaceted Gimbals Supported by an Advanced App and Accessories

DJI RS 2 and RSC 2 were designed to expand beyond single-handed stabilization into tools that can be customized with additional accessories to achieve the desired shot. These accessories include a cheese plate, Focus Wheel, 3D Focus System, Twist Grip Dual Handle, RavenEye Image Transmission System, Tethered Control Handle, counterweight systems, and more. For remote operation, both DJI RS 2 and DJI RSC 2 can use ActiveTrack 3.0 when the RavenEye Image Transmission System is connected, sending a 1080p/30fps low-latency feed to a mobile device using the Ronin app from up to 200 meters away.

Vital features and functions can now be controlled and adjusted over long distances with the Ronin app such as gimbal movement using the virtual joystick and Force Mobile, where the gimbal mimics the mobile device’s movement. For solo operators using manual-focus lenses, the 3D Focus System uses state-of-the-art TOF sensors mounted above the camera to provide autofocus. This enables a single shooter to capture smooth and cinematic footage using a manual lens, without relying on a second camera operator or focus puller.

Pre-Programmed Movements and Features That Make Stories Come to Life

DJI RS 2 and RSC 2 expand on their predecessors’ suite of creative modes, movements, and features with tools to help capture content that stands out, including:

*New* Time Tunnel
: The system performs a 360-degree roll while capturing a hyperlapse, adding a level of creativity to footage.

Flashlight:
 The system tilts the camera all the way forward so users can grip the base like a flashlight.

One-Tap Portrait Mode:
 The gimbal quickly orients the camera into vertical shooting for professional-level social media content.

Panorama:
 After configuring sensor and focal length, choose a start and stop point for panoramas up to gigapixel size.

Roll 360:
 The gimbal enters into the Flashlight position and rolls the camera system 360 degrees.

Timelapse:
 This classic feature shows subtle changes over durations of your choosing.

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh is now available for both DJI RSC 2 and RS 2. For an additional charge, DJI Care Refresh offers comprehensive coverage as well as up to two replacement units within one year. The 2-Year plan provides 3 replacement units in 2 years and extends the original warranty period by one more year. Receive your replacement even sooner with DJI Care Refresh Express. DJI Care Refresh also includes international warranty services, VIP after-sales support and free two-way shipping. For a full list of details, please visit
https://www.dji.com/service/djicare-refresh
.

Price and Availability

DJI RS 2 and DJI RSC 2 will be available in Malaysia on
22
October 2020
. Each product offers purchase options for a standalone gimbal and a combination pack that includes additional accessories. The standalone DJI RS 2 is available for the retail price of RM 3,299, and the standalone DJI RSC 2 is available at the retail price of RM 1,699. The Pro Combo includes additional accessories such as a phone holder, Focus Motor, RavenEye Image Transmitter, dedicated carrying case, and more. The DJI RS 2 Pro Combo is priced at RM 3,899, and the DJI RSC 2 Pro Combo is priced at RM 2,549.

DJI RS 2 or RSC 2 will be available to purchase at DJI Malaysia Flagship store, authorised dealers, and DJI Malaysia’s official store on e-commerce platforms such as

Lazada:
http://bit.ly/lazadadjiofficialstore
 and  Shopee:
http://bit.ly/shopeedjiofficialstore
.


Dream Team – Win Prizes Worth Over RM30,000 In The Newest Football Manager Game

Dream Team is the latest football manager game to launch in Malaysia and they are giving away attractive prizes worth over RM30,000 to Malaysian gamers and football fans. Launching on 23 October 2020 at
 www.dto.asia
, Dream Team can be played from any mobile browser where aspiring team managers can acquire players, level up their squad, and compete with others. In conjunction with its launch, Dream Team is giving out prizes to fans who register and play from 23 October till 27 November 2020.

Players stand a chance to win a Yamaha YSuku motorbike (1x), PS4 (2x), Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (2x), Nintendo Switch (2x), Vivo V19 (2x), and other in-game items during this period. Simply visit
 www.dto.asia
to create a character and get started. Players can then level up, complete challenges, and take part in the upcoming in-game events for a chance to win big.

Are you the next ‘Chosen One’?

Aspiring football team managers can start building their virtual legacy on Dream Team by acquiring star players and leveling up their squad. Players can progress through in-game challenges to gain BP and rewards, while completing various tasks to unlock more exciting levels within the game.

Build your Dream Team and set up your formations and

Scout for players and decide which stars will fit your

Bring in a world class Coach to further elevate your

When players are confident with their squad level and want to test their mettle against other

like-minded team managers, Dream Team’s tournament mode will allow players to compete and determine who’s squad is the best. The game is also going to create seasonal cross-server tournaments and events for players to compete in.

Players can look out for the Dream Team Champions League starting 28 October, as well as other exciting in-game events which will be giving out the exciting prizes during this launch period. Be sure to get a head start by registering today. Simply visit
 www.dto.asia
on any web browser to get started.

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eGG Network and Axle Sports Team Up to Launch The E1 Championship

eGG Network, Astro’s gaming and esports platform has partnered with Alex Yoong of Axle Sports to launch the E1 Championship, an online only racing series to discover the best drivers in the Asia Pacific region. Motorsport fans are no stranger to simulation racing (sim-racing) as the world’s best drivers use it as part of their training before hitting the track.

“We are thrilled to be working with Malaysian race driver, Alex Yoong to launch the E1 Championship, the first home-grown sim-racing IP. There’s growing interest in e-motorsports, with close to 500k Malaysian fans tuning in to watch the eRacing GP SEA on eGG Network. Our channel, which is available in Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar and Australia has a potential reach of 18mn to esports fans. We look forward to racing talents in Asia Pacific region joining the E1 Championship so fans can support their local drivers,” said CK Lee, Head of Sports, Astro Malaysia.“As part of the passionate sim-racing community, I am truly excited to work with eGG Network to launch E1 Championship. With a US$15,000 prize pool and top-notch production quality, we aim to attract the most talented drivers and racing teams to compete, making every race a showcase of how thrilling motorsports can be,” said Alex Yoong, Founder of Axle Sports.

The 8-round tournament will see Asia Pacific’s best drivers racing on
RaceRoom

on challenging international tracks, beginning with Sepang International Circuit on 18
th
 November 2020. Drivers’ physical endurance and mental strength will be tested. Each team has to drive the perfect racing line, as one-hundredth of a second separates a runner up from a champion that takes home USD$5,000.

Teams can register now and get tournament details at
www.e1championship.com
.

Follow E1 Championship

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|
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|
Twitter
|
Website

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FIGHT and Wallet Codes Join Forces with Garena to Bolster Malaysian Esports

Forest Interactive’s esports development platform,
Forest Interactive Gaming Habitat Team (FIGHT)
, and gaming wallet platform,
Wallet Codes
, join forces with Garena to bolster Malaysian Esports, through a two-pronged partnership for business development and community building.

This partnership has materialized as Wallet Codes introduces Garena Shells in its roster of premium gaming vouchers, and FIGHT partners with Garena to host a Call of Duty (COD) Mobile tournament at this year’s Level Up KL.

The tournament will commence on November 2 with the finale scheduled on November 28 and 29, offering a total prize pool of MYR5,000 and 20,000 Call of Duty Points (CP) worth MYR800.

Chantal-Denise Ortega, Project Manager at FIGHT, commented: “We’re thrilled to work together with Garena in organizing the COD Mobile tournament at Level Up KL 2020. Our focus at FIGHT is to build and develop the esports community in Malaysia and Southeast Asia by providing them with the right platform.

“With Level Up KL going virtual this year, there’s the opportunity to reach a wider audience across the region. It’s a golden time to discover budding talents as well as develop skilled players, and eventually, grow the community in this promising industry.”

Muhammad Rezza Rosly, or best known as
Rezzadude
, YouTuber, gaming influencer, and ambassador of FIGHT, said that the tournament will further boost the esports industry in Malaysia to international heights. As one of the pioneers in the gaming scene in Malaysia, Rezza acceded such tournament will give the necessary exposure to both budding and professional esports players and support their growth.

“It also shows a serious commitment between different parties, such as the government, corporates, and players themselves, in our effort to bring the region’s esports industry to a global level. In the future, our professional esports players could be competing in the SEA Games and Olympic. It all begins with nurturing them through tournaments such as this,” he added.

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Additionally, Garena Shells will be the 4th product offered in the Wallet Codes Malaysia portal, adding to STEAM® Wallet, PUBG Mobile, and Mobile Legends Diamonds.

Adi Azfar, Product Operation Manager at Forest Interactive, said: “Having Garena on-board on Wallet Codes through this partnership allows the expansion of our product range, which is in line with our goal to be a leading digital code platform in the region. Gamers can enjoy more alternative payment options and get the best value for their money with seasonal promotions through Wallet Codes.”

As the official gaming wallet partner at this year’s Level Up KL, Wallet Codes is also giving away free digital codes to all participants in an effort to educate and create awareness, as well as open up more opportunities for the people in the region to explore what the esports industry has to offer.

“We hope that more gamers would be able to first fully experience the game of their choice before deciding to financially commit to these games,” Adi concluded.

To join Call of Duty Mobile Tournament at Level Up KL 2020, visit
here
 to register. To find out more about Wallet Codes and FIGHT, visit
wallet-codes.com/my
 and
fightesports.com
.


Hisense – Actress Gong Li As Global Brand Ambassador

Hisense, the TV and home appliances brand that has been the top in Chinese market for 16 consecutive years, announced its collaboration with Gong Li as their global brand ambassador. The famous international movie star, Gong Li who leads the women volleyball team to win the world championships in her latest movie “Leap” has picked up a new role for herself through this endorsement – The Ambassador for the Champion of Television.

The collaboration between Gong Li and Hisense has promoted the brand globally, just like how Gong Li brought the Chinese films to the international level. The serious attitude of Gong Li in her industry has reflected the reliability and focus of Hisense in the TV market as well. Moreover, Gong Li is always known as the “Queen” in the film industry, which enhanced the desire for Hisense to collaborate with Gong Li as Hisense is the absolute ‘king’ in the Chinese TV market.

According to China Market Monitor Co.,LTD (CMM), the authoritative third-party data organization, Hisense topped the Chinese TV market in terms of market share from 2004 to 2019. Hisense Laser TV occupies first position in the market share and is the absolute ruler of the large screen market, especially in the field of high-end large screens above 80 inches.

The survey released by China International Publishing Group shows that Hisense was one of the most familiar Chinese brands to overseas users for many years. Therefore, all these amazing results made Hisense the top in its market for 16 years in a row and became the king of the TV brand in the market, which perfectly matches with Gong Li’s amazing film career.

This collaboration is a continuation of the signing of Benedict Cumberbatch as the brand ambassador for the 2018 World Cup. Thus, the collaboration with Gong Li has demonstrated Hisense’s consistent accuracy and uniqueness in selecting its brand ambassadors. The professional image of Gong Li in the film industry has formed a strong value connection with Hisense through this endorsement.

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For consumers who are interested to purchase above-mentioned products, can always refer to
https://www.hisense.com.my/dealers-locations/
. To learn more about all of Hisense’s premium offerings, visit
Hisense Malaysia
 and follow @HisenseMalaysia on
Facebook
, and
YouTube
.


Hisense Building Trust In E-Sports Industry With Fnatic

Hisense, the global consumer electronics and home appliances market leader, announced a multi-year partnership with esports organization, Fnatic. Both brands will be producing a variety of content, including product reviews, video collaborations and social engagement that featuring Hisense appliances and Fnatic’s prominent teams throughout the partnership.

“We are thrilled to partner with Fnatic, one of the world’s top esports organizations, in a joint effort to bring a better quality of life to Fnatic and esports fans. We hope to make Hisense TV and home appliances truly their friend and right hand in life by constantly exploring the needs of fans, so as to allow them to focus on enjoying every moment of esports games. Supported by the unique VIDAA operation system that launched at Hisense TV, we are dedicated to bringing more esports and Fnatic content  to our big screens for fans,”
said Mr. Alex Zhu, the Vice President of Hisense International
.

Hisense provides reliable smart home appliances that meet the demands of modern consumers. As part of the collaboration, all Fnatic facilities will be upgraded with Hisense range of products. Fnatic will also have access to Hisense’s global network of customers, allowing for a wider audience and the potential to build a stronger fan base. This partnership represents another strategic milestone in Fnatic’s continued expansion into China.

“We are proud to partner with Hisense, a forward-thinking, innovative company, that is committed to bringing happiness into the homes of millions of families. As a trusted partner, we are excited to share this collaboration with our fans, players and creators,”
 said Sam Mathews, Founder and CEO of Fnatic
.

For consumers who are interested to purchase above-mentioned products, can always refer to
https://www.hisense.com.my/dealers-locations/
. To learn more about all of Hisense’s premium offerings, visit
Hisense Malaysia
 and follow @HisenseMalaysia on
Facebook
, and
YouTube
.

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Hisense – Choose The Best TV For You!

The evolution of television has offered more options than ever for consumers to select in order to cater to users’ viewing experience. Hisense as one of the leading television brands in Malaysia offers a variety of televisions for its users to choose based on their preference. Three new televisions that were brought into Malaysia recently are 4K Android TV, 4K UHD Smart TV and 4K Smart Laser TV which is powered by Hisense VIDAA U4 system.

“We understand that everyone has different needs and preferences in choosing a TV like features, designs, durability, price and many more. Apart from that, users are also taking into consideration whether it’s a Smart TV, Android TV or Laser TV. Hence, Hisense Malaysia has put in a lot of effort to bring in a variety of 4K televisions for Malaysians. Now, you will have a wider selection of televisions to elevate your viewing experience,” said
Mr. William Li, Managing Director of Hisense Malaysia.

4K Android TV
, Model:
 65
A7400F

RRP: RM3,999

The 4K Android TV comes with a
truly comprehensive 4K solution
 where the users can enjoy the striking 3840 x 2160 resolutions with vivid local 4K playback, 4K content streaming, and UHD Upscaler technology. Android TV version 9.0 with 16GB storage, having 3 HDMI cables and 2 USB ports, come in 3 screen sizes 65/55/50” for users to choose.
Dolby Vision HDR: Ultra Vivid Picture
 makes the home entertainment more powerful and dramatic. It contains
 bezel-less design
which provides users an enriched, immersive and seamless viewing experience.

The
High Dynamic Range
supports this TV for a variety of HDR formats, including HDR10 and HLG.  It also provides
entertainment tailored
 for users by offering a smarter way to watch TV. Android TV allows users to download apps from Google Play store and watch their favorite content priority from variety channels like YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video and more. Not to forget the voice search feature, where users can just speak to the remote by pressing and hold, then the users are able to search the things they’re looking for.

Moreover, users can enjoy the news easily and also the touching dialogue of the movie as it contains
DTS Virtual -X.
 The Android TV will identify and locate the dialogue independently from the background so it is convenient to listen. The
precision colour
 features pure colour through Hisense UHD TV. Create a vast array of color shades with 8 bits colour depth, and deliver wide-range of colour information to the panel to get a more colourful viewing experience.

4K UHD Smart TV
, Model:

A7500F 75”

RRP: RM
7,999

The 4K UHD Smart TV A7500F Series contains
4K Upscaler
 to analyse the image frame by frame and arrange the pixel accurately. This enables users to enjoy more smooth and detailed images. Smooth Motion (MEMC) restore the clean and clear motion where it makes every scene brighter, clearer and also smoother. This model of UHD Smart TV comes with 4 HDMI inputs and 2 USB ports.

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Moreover, the
smooth motion
 in this TV identifies the details related to fast moving objects and rearrange the pixels to get clean, clear motion. It is able to see bright clear and smooth movement in every scene.
RemoteNOW

app
 is available in Google Play or the App Store for users to download and connect to WIFI which enables them to control the TV by simply tapping or swiping the screen on their smart devices. The app allows users to control the TV as well if the remote control is lost.

Depth Enhancer technology
 to analyze each image and adjust dynamic contrast levels automatically, which results in a more dramatic viewing experience. Users can enjoy cleaner and higher quality picture details with the application of noise reduction technology to avoid users getting the wrong message when the users watch TV programmes.

4K Smart Laser TV
, Model:

100L5F

RRP: RM
29,999

The 4K Smart Laser TV 100L5F series has been designed with
Anti-Reflective 100” Optimized Big Screen
, which offers a great picture quality in any setting. The user’s eye will remain comfortable and
less eyestrain
 that is 20% more comfortable than paper reading after watching the Laser TV closely for a long time as the image that is present on the Laser TV screen is reflected instead of directly into the users’ eyes which is effective with human visual perception.

Laser TV enables outstanding pictures display with high contrast by applying
HDR mode
. HDR technology introduced a new range of colours and contrast to deliver stunning images with incredible depth. The combination of DLP Theater Technology with Hisense patented technologies perform the
laser engine
 to provide laser focus details and the brightness that only available in cinema, but the users now can enjoy in their house.

Not only that, Laser TV also performs
cinematic experience
 for the users as it is equipped with an excellent audio system technology which won the DOLBY ATMOS award, the users are able to watch their TV show with better audio system especially to pair with Dolby Atmos certified sound system. Users can be assured of the best viewing experience and high quality pictures by using Laser TV as it contains millions of pixels in the DIP chips to create outstanding details across the 100” screen.

For consumers who are interested to purchase above-mentioned products, can always refer to
https://www.hisense.com.my/dealers-locations/
. To learn more about all of Hisense’s premium offerings, visit
Hisense Malaysia
 and follow @HisenseMalaysia on
Facebook
, and
YouTube
.


The HONOR MagicBook 14 8GB+256GB Now Available at RM2,299

Great news! Global smartphone brand HONOR today announced the official new price for the HONOR MagicBook 14 8GB+256 GB at only RM2,299, further strengthening the brand’s commitment to make technology accessible to all. Available in Mystic Silver, the laptop is available on the brand’s official e-commerce website,
Hihonor
, HONOR Experience Stores (HES) and partner stores as well as HONOR’s official store on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

Launched earlier in July, the laptop was first made available in Malaysia at RM2,499 and was sold out during its first wave of pre-orders within a day on its official website – proving to be a fan favourite among local consumers. While in China, the laptop was the top selling product in the lightweight laptop category on
JD.com
 during 618, China’s mid-year shopping festival.

The HONOR MagicBook 14 is sleek and lightweight, weighing just at 1.38kg and embodies incredible power in a compact size. It is the perfect tool to boost productivity and creativity. It promises up to 10 hours of non-stop battery life; FullView display with maximized screen-to-body ratio; a type-C 65W fast charger that gives you 46% juice in just 30 minutes; as well as Magic-Link 2.0 to ensure smart interconnectivity between smartphones and the laptop.

For more information on the HONOR MagicBook 14, visit HONOR’s official e-commerce website and information portal at
http://hihonor.com/my
, or check out the official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/HonorMY/
 for updates.

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HONOR Malaysia Welcomes HONOR MagicBook Pro and Watch GS Pro

Global technology brand HONOR today launched the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro in Malaysia. For young professionals looking for maximized productivity on-the-go, the HONOR MagicBook Pro is packed with the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor and a 16.1-inch FullView Display with a phenomenal 90% screen-to-body ratio, without compromising on weight and size. Built to withstand the toughest environments, the HONOR Watch GS Pro boasts a 25-day battery life and a slew of navigation capabilities including enhanced GPS technology and weather alerts.

Earlier last month, both the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro received a prestigious Gold IFA-PTIA (IFA Product Technology Innovation Award) for High-performance Innovative Laptop and Outdoor Innovation Wearable, respectively. The IFA-PTIA represents the forefront of product technology innovation. HONOR is dedicated to bringing the best product and user experience to the global youth; and continuously aim to empower Malaysian youths with the best everyday devices that emulate the way they approach to fitness, creativity, productivity, and entertainment.

HONOR MagicBook Pro – A Powerhouse to Unleash Your Creativity

The HONOR MagicBook Pro was designed to help creative professionals enhance their productivity and boost their creativity. Boasting the state-of-the-art AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor with integrated Radeon™ Graphics and 6 cores and 12 threads, the MagicBook Pro delivers smooth performance even when handling more complex tasks. With an ultra-fast 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD storage drive and 16GB DDR4 dual channel RAM, the MagicBook Pro guarantees blistering data speeds when reading and transferring files.

Featuring dual fans and dual heat pipes, the laptop’s enhanced cooling system produces 20% more airflow than traditional cooling fans, the thermal design effectively dissipates heat while ensuring minimal noise. As one of the longest-lasting laptops in its price segment, the HONOR MagicBook Pro houses a massive 56Wh battery capacity that lasts up to 11 hours on a full charge. The HONOR MagicBook Pro also comes with a 65W fast charger, which juices up the battery from flat to approximately 50% in just half an hour.

In addition to its superior power, the HONOR MagicBook Pro provides an unparalleled viewing experience, fitting a large 16.1-inch FullView display into a 15-inch form factor, which delivers a stunning 90% screen-to-body ratio with 4.9mm ultra-narrow bezels. Clocking in 100% of the sRGB color space with 300 nits of brightness, the display brings users real true-to-life visuals for outstanding movies, photos and gaming. Certified by TÜV Rheinland, the screen reduces flickering to provide a more comfortable and safer viewing experience.

Weighing only 1.7kg and measuring just 16.9mm thin, the HONOR MagicBook Pro packs its powerful features into a slim and lightweight body that can easily be slipped into a backpack for users to carry around. Available in a premium Space Gray color with a sturdy sandblasted aluminium chassis, the HONOR MagicBook Pro features a streamlined, futuristic “X-Yacht” design to create a sense of sophistication, making it an attractive choice for a design-conscious crowd.

Users nowadays tend to consume content on a variety of different devices. To meet this need, HONOR provides a seamless experience across different screens with its advanced Multi-screen Collaboration technology.  Once connected, users can project their HONOR smartphone screens onto their larger laptop display to transfer files with a simple drag and drop, as well as replying texts, answering calls and watching videos.

Keeping users’ security and privacy in mind, the HONOR MagicBook Pro comes with a pop-up webcam that is discreetly hidden underneath the camera button on the keyboard to protect users against remote hijacking and peeping. It also includes a 2-in-1 power button integrated with a fingerprint scanner for quick unlocking while keeping users’ data secure.

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The HONOR Watch GS Pro: A Rugged Outdoor Smartwatch Made for Urban Adventurers

The HONOR Watch GS Pro is a rugged smartwatch that helps urban adventurers boost their performance and explore further outdoors. Equipped with an astonishing 25-day battery life, the HONOR GS Pro is one of the longest-lasting smartwatches currently available in the wearables market. Passed 14 different  MIL-STD-810G tests, it is built to withstand challenging environments and provide GPS route back, outdoor functions such as skiing mode, celestial data and bad weather alerts to guide you in the wild, and intuitive features to monitor your performance.

The HONOR Watch GS Pro is powered by the Kirin A1 Chipset that enables smart power management, allowing the smartwatch to conserve battery and maximize usage time. The smartwatch can function up to 25 days on a full single charge under typical usage scenarios. For users who lead more active lifestyles, the HONOR Watch GS Pro still boasts a 48-hour battery life in outdoor GPS performance mode and an incredible 100-hour outdoor GPS power-saving battery life. The HONOR Watch GS Pro can be fully charged in less than 2 hours.

The HONOR Watch GS Pro sports a rugged look that feels solid, sophisticated and comfortable on the wrist. Its round face, encased by an orientation and metal ring, is surrounded by a stainless-steel bezel ring and dial that are flushed with the rest of the casing. The smartwatch comes with a 1.39-inch AMOLED round screen that is able to adapt to varying brightness levels, allowing ease of use when in the outdoors. Moreover, it is pre-installed with a variety of specially-designed animated watch faces for you to choose from.

Dubbed as the ideal outdoor companion, the HONOR Watch GS Pro has passed 14 MIL-STD-810G grade tests, including temperature tests, humidity test and vibration test to simulate a range of extreme conditions in the outdoors. Whether it is trekking in the mountains or running cross-country, the HONOR Watch GS Pro promises to withstand the toughest of environments.

The HONOR Watch GS Pro does not only look great on the wrist, but it also packs a punch in functionality. Supported by high-precision built-in dual satellite positioning systems, the smartwatch enables users to record their routes and later enable the “Route Back” feature once users have reached their desired destinations. This feature allows the smartwatch to guide users back along the original route.

Besides hiking or mountain climbing, the HONOR Watch GS Pro also supports over 100 workout modes including open water swimming, pool swimming, free training, triathlon, outdoor and indoor running, outdoor and indoor cycling, elliptical, rower and trail running. Furthermore, there is also newly launched skiing modes that features various skiing scenarios such as snowboarding and cross-country skiing.

Price and Availability

The HONOR MagicBook Pro and the HONOR Watch GS Pro will be available in Malaysia beginning 8 October 2020 on the brand’s official e-commerce website,
Hihonor
, HONOR Experience Stores (HES) and partner stores as well as HONOR’s official store on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
 at RM 3,599 and RM 999 respectively. The HONOR Watch GS Pro will be available in Charcoal Black.

Platform

Product

Price

Freebies

Hihonor

HONOR MagicBook Pro

RM 3,599

HONOR Magic Earbuds*, Bluetooth mouse and Backpack

In-stores, Shopee and Lazada

HONOR MagicBook Pro

RM 3,599

Microsoft Office 365 Personal, Bluetooth mouse and Backpack

Online and In-stores

HONOR Watch GS Pro

RM 999

HONOR Sport Pro

*
first-come-first-serve


The HONOR Watch GS Pro Adds A New Variant – Marl White

Global smartphone brand HONOR today announced that the HONOR Watch GS Pro will arrive in a brand-new colour, Marl White. It will be available on the brand’s official e-commerce website,
Hihonor
, HONOR Experience Stores (HES) and partner stores as well as HONOR’s official store on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
 at RM999.

Equipped with an extraordinary 25-day battery life, the smartwatch is one of the longest-lasting smartwatches currently available in the wearables market. It is built to withstand challenging environments, meeting a total of 14 MIL-STD-810G (military-grade certifications) standard.

The HONOR Watch GS Pro is a rugged smartwatch designed especially for urban adventurers to boost their performance and explore the great outdoors. In addition to the Charcoal Black, the latest colour Marl White will give users a chance to further personalise the watch, making it the ultimate companion for the next adventure with its light-weighted, durable qualities.

Surrounded by an orientation ring made of stainless steel, the HONOR Watch GS Pro inherits the classic round clock face of traditional mechanical watches in 48mm. The watch is made of high-performance fluoroelastomer and comfortable nylon instead of the traditional silicone materials. The fluoroelastomers are highly resistant to heat, sweat and oil, and less likely prone to induce any allergic reaction.

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

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HUAWEI Unveils Its First Flagship Over-Ear Headphones – FreeBuds Studio

HUAWEI has taken another big step forward in technology innovation and design experience by officially launching its first flagship over-ear headphones, HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio today. The HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio boasts HiFi-grade wireless sound performance, ground-breaking noise cancellation experience, as well as smart and convenient interactive features. It is not simply a pair of over-ear headphones, but also an audio companion that allow Malaysians to discover the amazing digital audio world. Priced at RM1,199 and available in Graphite Black, the device will arrive in all HUAWEI Experience Store (HES) and online on HUAWEI Store on 30
th
 October.

There are five key features that you must know about the HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio.

#1: World’s First Headphones with Intelligent Dynamic Noise Cancellation

Built in with the revolutionary active and passive noise cancellation, innovative dynamic noise cancellation and dual transparent mode, and the whole new six microphones array call noise cancellation, HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio enables users to listen to what they want in a complex and dynamic environment, satisfying their need for entertainment and communication. The HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio features powerful noise cancellation system to offer the industry leading noise cancellation capability, achieving up to 40dB of noise cancellation.

#2: Ultra Hi-Res Audio Redefines Music Experience

Adopting the Hi-Fi level acoustic system, HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio offers an ultra-wide frequency response range from 4Hz to 48 kHz, bringing out more detail in audio when you listen to high resolution music. HUAWEI also uses 4-layer 40mm polymer diaphragm on the HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio. The diaphragm can provide wider frequency response and higher sensitivity so as to accurately present the original sound quality of high-frequency sounds for consumer to tune in.

#3: Industry’s First Dual Antenna Headphones with 360-Degree Full Signal Coverage

Each of the FreeBuds Studio’s earcup is equipped with two Bluetooth antennas to provide a 360-degree all-round signal coverage. The antennas can intelligently detect if a signal range is blocked and automatically switch to another antenna to ensure stable connection even in complicated conditions. Even though your smartphone is inside your handbag or pocket, or with strong signal interference such as airport, the HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio offers a 360-degree full signal coverage that ensures an uninterrupted phone calling and music playback experience.

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#4: Pioneering TAT (Tee Audio Tube) Acoustic Architecture

The TAT structure links inner ear space with the front and rear sound cavity to filter out the medium and high frequency noise. Additionally, it brings a comfortable wearing experience by balancing the air pressure in your ears.

Enjoy touch control at your fingertips too. Click or swipe on the right earcup to control music playback or to adjust volume.

#5: Dual Device Connectivity for Seamless Call Transfer Experience

Featuring four-channel, dual-mode and dual connection, the HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio allows users to connect the headset with two devices simultaneously, saving user effort to disconnect and re-connect repeatedly. This function supports all smart devices and truly enables a seamless connection between user and a device as well as one device and another device for home activities, work, study, commuting or workouts. The headphone also comes with powerful battery life enables by HUAWEI SuperCharge. It can be fully charged in only 60 minutes, offer music playback with noise cancellation on for up to 20 hours and 24 hours when noise cancellation is turned off.

There’s Always One for You at HUAWEI

HUAWEI has also launched a range of wearables to suit your daily lifestyle such as the HUAWEI FreeLace Pro, FreeBuds 3i, FreeBuds Pro, WATCH FIT and WATCH GT 2 Pro. From leisure to sports to music enthusiasts, HUAWEI has got you all covered to deliver a seamless AI smart life.

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


Keeping Your Home Clean, Healthy, and Pollution-Free

Many have the misconception that pollutants can only be found along the dingiest of street and grimiest of canals, but that is as far away from the truth than you can imagine. Unclean air and dust can enter the home through open windows and doors, and germs, viruses and bacteria can be brought into your living space by you and your household members after an entire day spent outside.

Air pollution is largely an invisible affair, so how do you fight something you cannot see? Here are some ways you can do to keep your living space clean and pollution-free.

What you bring in: Minimise bringing in pollution into your home

From the moment we step out of our homes in the morning till when we trudge back home, there are many instances for when fine particles of dust, bacteria and germs can get latched onto the fibres of our clothes. So whether it is for hygiene purposes or to just be more comfortable in your home surroundings, make it a habit to wash your hands and change out of your clothes as soon as you reach home, before plopping onto the couch or bed to relax.

What you walk on: Keeping floors squeaky clean

Dust, pet dander, and other allergens can accumulate quickly on your floor. Daily vacuuming is thus your first line of defence in preventing dust build-ups. For rooms with carpets, it will require a heavier and more comprehensive vacuuming at least twice a week, as the fibres of the carpet can trap dust, dirt, allergens, and  also absorb grime and spills, giving way to bacteria.

To make vacuuming less of a headache, invest in a cordless vacuum to free you up from having to search for an available socket in each room. The Samsung Jet™ is a cordless stick vacuum cleaner that makes vacuuming almost an effortless task, thanks to its Digital Inverter Motor that consistently maintains a high level of energy efficiency while sustaining an industry-leading suction power of up to 200W. Besides, Samsung’s five-layer HEPA Filtration system is designed to capture up to 99.999% of micro dust particles, including 0.3~10μm sized particles and allergens to protect the health of its users.

Home owners can attest to the struggles they have when using a conventional vacuum cleaner, be it having to forcefully drag it along by its wheels to reach those hard to reach corners of the room, or lifting the equipment up a flight of stairs at times. Furthermore, it can double up as a mop simply by clicking on its Spinning Sweeper attachment with dual pads for effective cleaning with minimal effort.

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The Samsung Jet™ was designed to turn this bothersome household chore into a more convenient and efficient activity. Its handheld model weighs only 1.61kg that puts lesser strain on your wrist! Now, you can ensure that your floors remain dust and dirt free, and spick and span all day.

What you breathe in: Maintaining good air quality within your home

With many of us spending more time indoors these days, maintaining good indoor air quality has never been more important.

Indoor gardening is a great activity to pick up – it helps to manage stress but also improves indoor air quality. Plants like Peace Lilies can improve indoor air quality, while the giant leaves of Rubber trees can turn more carbon dioxide into oxygen, reducing tension and making the home a cooler, calmer place to be in.

However, if gardening is not your specialty, a foolproof and quick way to purify the air would be to consider an air purifier.

Samsung Air Purifiers can capture up to 99.97% of ultrafine dust and even bacteria to help combat seasonal allergens and make old air, new again. The air purifiers has three distinct filters to offer a multi layered purification system that is designed to capture airborne particles, harmful gases and inhibits the spread of captured bacteria. Even when you are outside, you can control the indoor air quality remotely with Samsung’s SmartThings app so that you have fresh indoor air when you return home.

As we find ourselves spending more time indoors, with health and hygiene taking a higher priority during this period, it pays to put more attention in ensuring that our living space is kept clean as much as possible. Take proactive steps to reduce the risk of transmission and contamination through steaming the clothes you wear, vacuuming the surfaces you walk on and cleaning the air you breathe, for a healthier environment for you and your loved ones.

Samsung Jet 90 premium (up to 200W)
 is available at RRP RM3,599 while
Samsung Smart Air Purifier (60 m2)
 is available at RRP RM1,599.


HONOR MagicBook Pro and Watch GS Pro to Launch On 6 October

The wait is almost over! Global smartphone brand HONOR has confirmed that the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro is set to launch on 6 October in Malaysia. The upcoming arrival will join the recently-launched budget-friendly smartphone, HONOR 9S, in the brand’s commitment in strengthening its Intelligent Lifestyle ecosystem locally.

A powerhouse to unleash your creativity, the HONOR MagicBook Pro was designed to help creative professionals enhance their productivity and boost their creativity. Boasting the state-of-the-art AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor with integrated Radeon™ Graphics and 6 cores and 12 threads, the MagicBook Pro delivers smooth performance even in terms of work, entertainment and even gaming. Equipped with a 16.1-inch FullView Display with a 90% screen-to-body ratio, and weighs just 1.7kg.

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

Earlier last month, both the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro received a prestigious Gold IFA-PTIA (IFA Product Technology Innovation Award) for High-performance Innovative Laptop and Outdoor Innovation Wearable, respectively. The IFA-PTIA represents the forefront of product technology innovation. HONOR is dedicated to bringing the best product and user experience to the global youth and continuously aims to empower Malaysian youths with the best everyday devices that emulate the way they approach to fitness, creativity, productivity, and entertainment.

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

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MCO: Are Malaysian Companies Ready For Cloud Adoption?

While the COVID19 outbreak has accelerated Cloud adoption across the globe, Alphaus Cloud, the multi-award-winning cloud cost management platform that enables the Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE), has recently shared their market survey on the Cloud adoption in Malaysia.

In collaboration with Hitachi-Sunway Information Systems, the survey took about 3 weeks to complete and was conducted with 105 respondents ranging from IT engineers to Heads of Department and senior management individuals, including chief executive officers, chief operating officers, and chief technology officers from reputable organizations with the average size of 1200 employees.

“The most significant gap, cited by 50% of our respondents, is the lack of “skill sets” to manage the post-cloud adoption environment, followed by the visibility to understand and manage complicated cloud billing. Imagine if you are in charge of paying the utility bills in your household and find family members constantly leaving the lights or air conditioning turned on even when it is not needed, what do you think would happen to your monthly billing? You will most likely end up paying high utility bills monthly. Your family members would not feel the pain because they are not paying the bills and would not understand how their actions are contributing to the high monthly billing. Unless you set a policy at home, to instill discipline and create a culture of accountability when using the utilities, the cost will continue to be exorbitant. The same goes for Cloud which is easy to deploy and scale. If you do not have the visibility of what’s going on, your organization may end up paying extra for services that are idle or not needed.” said
Mohd. Atasha Alias, Director of Alphaus Cloud

Alphaus Cloud had launched the KL Cloud Maestro Series and Mohd Atasha, Director of Alphaus Cloud shared the results from the Malaysia 2020 Cloud Market Survey in the inaugural event.

Out of the 105 professionals who shared their insights in the Malaysia 2020 Cloud Market Survey, 89.2%  were from the private sector while the remaining 10.8 %  were from the government sector. Some of the findings from the survey were:

77% of the respondents have adopted Cloud Infrastructure to facilitate their businesses

45.8% of the respondents are on
Public Cloud
, followed by 37.5% who are using both
Public and Private Clouds
 (Hybrid Cloud), and finally, 16.7% are using
Private Cloud

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
 remains the highest public Cloud Service Provider (CSP) with 58% of the respondents using their services, followed by
Microsoft Azure
 at 47%,
Google Cloud Platform
 at 40%, and
Alibaba Cloud
 at 11%. These figures resemble the global trend in Cloud usage.

55% stated ICT and cybersecurity-related capital costs include equipment obsolescence and refresh as their top priority when choosing between on-premise versus on-Cloud solutions. On-premise requires the software to be installed locally on the computers or servers, as compared to on-Cloud solutions where the software is hosted by the vendor’s server and can be accessed via a browser.

81% mentioned scalability as their most important benefit of Cloud Computing to their organization. By adopting Cloud computing, an organisation can easily scale up or down their usage of IT resources as and when needed. In the long run, this allows businesses to continue growing without making expensive upgrades to the local servers or systems. The respondents also find that Cloud adoption allows them to rapidly launch new products and services

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As part of the cloud survey effort, Alphaus Cloud had also partnered with Malaysia-Japan Economic Association (MAJECA) and Malaysia South-South Association (MASSA) to organise a webinar with their members titled “
The Best Time to Leverage on Cloud Technology: Take your business to Greater Heights
”.

From left: Tan Tze Meng, leader in Malaysia’s Cloud and Digital enablement landscape, Mohd Atasha bin Alias, Director of Alphaus Cloud, Sree Murthi, Chief Technology Officer of ORIONIXL Berhad, Mohd Syakir Uzair, Principal Engineer of Alphaus Cloud and Eric Foo, Vice President of Cloud, Security & Infrastructure Managed Services of Hitachi Sunway Information Systems Sdn Bhd

“Managing data centres and equipment may not be the core business for an organisation and is typically relegated to a “cost of doing business. By adopting Cloud, organisations will be able to focus on the digital transformation of their core business, creating more value to the end customers and have the agility to respond quickly to unexpected events,” said
Tan Tze Meng,
a leader in Malaysia’s Cloud and Digital enablement landscape.

The survey result was shared at the recent inaugural KL Cloud Maestro Series organised to gather Cloud Champions; IT Professionals and Senior Executives to discuss the current trends in organisations in Malaysia; understand the responsibilities of the CCoE at any organisations should now be shared with other departments including the management, finance and operations. The event was held at Escape by Etiqa.


Visa Announces Financial Literacy Web Game Mind Your Ringgit To Educate Young Malaysians

Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, has today announced the development of a new financial literacy themed web game
Mind Your Ringgit,
to educate young Malaysians on how to make informed financial decisions. This initiative is part of Malaysia’s Financial Literacy Month 2020 (FLM 2020), and it is also in support of the financial literacy efforts driven by the Financial Education Network, co-chaired by Bank Negara Malaysia and Securities Commission Malaysia.

Mind Your Ringgit
is a one-year simulation-based game where scenarios depicting real-life events are created for players to make financial decisions every month. In line with the strategic priorities under the National Strategy for Financial Literacy 2019-2023, the purpose of this game is to challenge young Malaysians in their thought process when managing finances, teach them financial concepts, and help them understand the consequences of the decisions they make. The game incorporates financial themes such as digital payments, financial scams, insurance, investments, loans, and savings. Derived from the acronym MYR, which is the international code for the Malaysian Ringgit, the game is a reminder for players that every Ringgit counts.

“At Visa, we have been focused on promoting the importance of financial literacy for many years now, including partnerships with Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK), who is also a member of the Financial Education Network. We continue to be committed to creating new and relevant financial education programs that ensure Malaysians are equipped with the knowledge to manage their finances.
Mind Your Ringgit
 is a creative way that adopts a digital approach towards helping young Malaysians learn how to balance their money, health, and happiness based on real-life scenarios,” said Ng Kong Boon, Visa Country Manager for Malaysia.

Encik Azaddin Ngah Tasir, Chief Executive Officer for AKPK added “It has always been our aspiration to create a financially savvy society, especially among the young adults. Visa’s
Mind Your Ringgit
, a financial web game, targeted to enhance the financial literacy level among the youth, is deemed aptly and timely. The situation has now become even more challenging due to the unprecedented pandemic COVID-19 that warrants behavioural changes and new ways of doing things in adapting to the new norm. Our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Visa for another successful year of strategic and successful collaboration and also for supporting our Financial Literacy Month 2020 initiated by Financial Education Network (FEN).”

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The demo version of the financial literacy web game will be launched today to a group of Malaysians who are selected for this closed group pilot testing. Participants that are selected to participate in the initial user testing will play the demo game and provide feedback on the content.
Mind Your Ringgit
 will be made available to the public early next year.


OnePlus Launches OnePlus 8T Flagship Smartphone

OnePlus launched its newest high-end flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 8T. Following the success of the company’s OnePlus 8 series earlier this year, OnePlus is again pushing the limits by introducing a host of next-generation technologies including a newly calibrated 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display and the company’s fastest charging solution ever – Warp Charge 65.

“With the OnePlus 8T, we’re offering the pro-level capabilities for even more users across our flagship smartphone portfolio. Featuring a class-leading 120Hz AMOLED display, our upgraded 65W fast charging technology and fresh, bold software in OxygenOS 11, the OnePlus 8T offers an impressive overall package of powerful hardware and smooth software,”
said Pete Lau, Founder and CEO of OnePlus.

Warp Charge 65

Warp Charge 65 is the most advanced charging solution of OnePlus, that offers users a full day’s power. It utilizes twin-battery charging technology to rapidly replenish the OnePlus 8T’s large 4500mAh battery and takes just 39 minutes to complete a full charge under normal usage, making overnight charging a thing of the past.

The OnePlus 8T is equipped with 12 temperature sensors, along with an extra encryption chip in the adapter and cable, to keep charging temperatures at a comfortable level while operating at peak output of 65W. Whether users are getting ready for work in the morning or taking a quick break throughout the day, Warp Charge 65 gets the OnePlus 8T juiced up and ready to go anytime.

120Hz Fluid AMOLED Display

The OnePlus 8T’s 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display delivers perfection in each frame and gives users a better on-screen experience. Every swipe or scroll across the panel will deliver astonishingly smooth visuals, so users can enjoy the most intense games with remarkable fluidity and browse effortlessly through social media feeds on the immersive display panel.

With a Just Noticeable Color Difference (JNCD), the OnePlus 8T display has the highest color accuracy in the industry. The new FHD+ 2.5D flexible Flowscape display is 28% thinner and features a brightness up to 1,100 nits. This helps to create clearer visuals under the bright sunlight and makes the transition between various brightness settings feel natural and comfortable.

Superior Power and Performance

The OnePlus 8T is equipped with the flagship Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 865 mobile platform with an X55 5G modem and up to 12GB of RAM to deliver a fast and smooth mobile experience. The superior computing power is further complemented by dual-mode NSA + SA 5G and Wi-Fi 6 support for faster, more reliable data speeds.

With UFS 3.1 flash storage, the OnePlus 8T delivers faster and better performance. The exceptional hardware enables smoother 4K video capture and playback with reduced battery drain, allowing users to take advantage of 5G network speeds to stream HD videos or play performance-demanding games while on the move.

Advanced Quad Camera System

The OnePlus 8T features a robust and versatile camera kit designed to help capture any and every moment efficiently in crisp detail. The quad camera system includes a 48MP main camera with optical image stabilization, a 16MP ultra wide angle lens, and dedicated macro and monochrome lenses, letting users enjoy studio-level photography on the go.

The 123-degree ultra wide lens on the OnePlus 8T provides a new perspective for framing shots so users can confidently capture vast landscapes, expansive architecture and other wide-angle subjects in full view. The lens is capable of delivering clear shots in a variety of lighting conditions – even at night or in the dark with the improved Nightscape mode.

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Thanks to the advanced video stabilization software that makes OnePlus 8T camera kit covers even the most action-packed moments. The new Video Portrait mode produces vivid clips with a natural bokeh effect based on an improved AI, accurately detecting and analyzing human subjects and blurring out the background.

Beautiful Design

The OnePlus 8T is offered in two new breathtakingly beautiful colorways: Aquamarine Green and Lunar Silver. The Aquamarine Green version takes advantage of diffuse reflection, a form of light refraction that scatters light in an expansive array of angles and directions, and provides a clean, gleaming surface that leaves significantly fewer fingerprints on the glossy glass back.

The new Lunar Silver variant combines the latest iteration of OnePlus’ premium matte-frosted glass with a calming grey tone to strike the perfect balance between aesthetic elegance and unmatched comfort.

OxygenOS 11 – So, So Smooth

OnePlus 8T is the first OnePlus device to come with OnePlus’ latest operating system, OxygenOS 11,  it is also the first global smartphone not manufactured by Google to launch with Android 11. OxygenOS 11 reimagines the OnePlus software experience with an updated layout, bold design and useful features that makes one-handed operation easier and more intuitive.

OxygenOS 11 also enjoys a host of newly optimized animations and gestures, as well as numerous customizations to meet the personal preferences such as 11 AOD (Always On Display) clock options, improved one-handed gesture controls and Zen Mode 2.0. The clean look and feel empowers users to streamline day-to-day tasks, improve efficiency, and enjoy a more refined, personalized user experience.

OnePlus Buds Z – Set Your Music Free

OnePlus Buds Z are the latest true wireless in-ear headphone from OnePlus and set to deliver an elevated musical experience for users on-the-go. The device is equipped with an advanced 10mm dynamic driver primed for a richer, booming bass line that works in synergy with bass boost technology for heart-pounding audio.

It is also equipped with a dynamic 3D stereo powered by Dolby Atmos giving OnePlus Buds Z a thoroughly immersive soundstage. On a full charge, the OnePlus Buds Z provide an impressive 20 hours of playback time, while a quick 10-minute top-up offers three hours of vibrant audio quality.

The OnePlus Buds Z are available in White, Gray and a special-edition colorway by Steven Harrington as the OnePlus Buds Z features a polished seashell pattern and comes with three sizes of silicone eartips to ensure a snug, stable and comfortable fit. The OnePlus Buds Z include Bluetooth 5.0, environmental noise reduction for voice pickup and Quick Pair to deliver exceptional sound when taking a conference call, watching a movie, or simply enjoying music on the go.

On top of the superior audio quality, the OnePlus Buds Z’s IP55 rating offers sweat and water resistance for sports like jogging and workouts at the gym. The accompanying Quick Switch function offers an easy and intuitive way for users to stay in control of their audio experience using a simple double-tap.

OnePlus fans in Malaysia can get ready for the arrival of OnePlus 8T as it will be available in Malaysia soon. Stay tuned to the Malaysia Launch on
22nd October 2020 (Thursday)
! For more updates and details on products’ availability, stay tuned to the official OnePlus Malaysia
Facebook
page,
Instagram
 account (@oneplus.msia) and
https://www.oneplus.com/my
.


The Eye-Catcher: Realme 7 Pro Special Edition Is Coming Soon

It’s been a month since realme Malaysia launched the realme 7 Pro but it did not stop there. realme continues to innovate its smartphones’ design by exploring new colours, materials and processes. Today, realme Malaysia is proud to unveil the
realme 7 Pro Special Edition
 Horizon Orange which will be officially joining the realme 7 Series family with its existing members of Mirror Silver and Mirror Blue.

The whole new colour of realme 7 Pro Special Edition is inspired by the gorgeous sunrise from the horizon. The Mirror Design in realme 7 Series is also expressed differently by applying the split design that is commonly used in the fashion industry to showcase a trendy visual effect and high-end touch feeling. In terms of material, it is the first time of realme adopting the eco-friendly Vegan Micrograin Leather that comes in 0.4mm to ensure a thin and light body for the new smartphone design.

realme 7 Pro Special Edition undergoes 14 meticulous manufacturing processes including cutting, stitching, cold pressing and hot pressing to transform raw leather to the final product. Leatherware is unlike the glass or plastic back cover materials as the edge of leather needs to be deburred, painted and stitched too. Instead of printing the iconic realme logo on the back cover, it is now molded separately, electroplated and used CNC cutting technology for a highlighted metallic effect to blend into the surface of leather.

The device is going at full strength as it is equipped with a 65W SuperDart Charge for the 4,500mAh battery to be fully-charged from 0%-100% in 34 minutes. Furthermore, photography lovers can capture clearer and sharper images with its SONY 64MP Quad Camera all day and night. The camera is also equipped with three popular night filters, Cyberpunk, Flamingo and Modern Gold. The 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Full Screen has also performed better in offering immersive visual experience and great contrast for quality images.

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realme 7 Pro Special Edition
will be available
 from 28 Oct 2020, 12am onwards
via realme’s official store at Shopee. To find out more about realme’s events and promotions, do follow our Facebook
page
 as well as Instagram at
@realmemalaysia
.


realme Becomes Fastest Smartphone Brand To Reach 50 Million Product Sales

realme, a young and trendsetting technology company, has just been named by Counterpoint’s Q3 2020 smartphone shipment report to be the fastest growing brand to reach the
50 million smartphone sales milestone
. Channeling the energy of youths and young professionals, who form the bulk of its fans and customers, realme leapfrogged global competitors to this achievement in merely nine quarters. In addition to this milestone, realme also recorded a
history high level of quarterly shipments
of 14.8 million
 and is the
world’s fastest-growing brand in Q3 as it grew 132% QoQ for the quarter
, gaining momentum and surpassing analysts expectations.

According to Counterpoint, realme’s growth rate in shipments volume represents “the strongest growth momentum among major global OEMs”. realme accelerated to 50M sales because it enjoyed great success with youths and young people all over the world, with this segment of users making up most of its customer base. realme has gained a niche following amongst youths globally, given how diverse this user group is across countries and cultures. “realme grew to become one of the top 5, or even top 3, brands in its key markets, including India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Philippines and some other Southeast Asian countries”, says Research Analyst Abhilash Kumar at Counterpoint.

Source
:
 Counterpoint Q3 2020 Global Smartphone Shipments Report

realme, whose slogan is ‘Dare to Leap’, adopts a strategy of selling leapfrog performance and trendy design-driven quality products that resonate with its young crowd at affordable and attractive price points. “With its efforts to bring the affordable yet premium-like products to consumers, as well as its ability to offer smooth digital shopping and after-sales services in different countries, realme has emerged as the most resilient brand during and after the pandemic crisis”, Research Analyst Abhilash Kumar commented on realme’s performance. realme’s trendsetting image and product reputation has contributed to building customer trust and brand awareness.

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“At realme, we live out our philosophy, which is to dare to leap into the forefront of innovation, design and product value, which is something young people can identify with,’ says Sky Li, realme’s CEO. Though young, realme has won five top international design awards and collaborated with world-class notable designers on its products through the realme Design Studio.

realme has also delivered on technological innovation, being one of the first companies to utilize the Snapdragon 865/765G processor and introducing the 64MP camera on a phone. More importantly these innovations have enabled realme to introduce 5G-enabled smartphones to youths and young consumers, increasing its popularity and reputation in Malaysia and internationally.

realme’s international team and DNA has enabled the company to grow quickly. Just like its young clientele, realme has taken risks to expand quickly to over 61 markets globally and is amongst the
Top 5 brands in over 13 markets globally
 in just two years, ranking seventh globally. For young consumers, realme has expanded quickly to offer a variety of AI of Things (AIoT) products such as smart audio, visual and lifestyle products to complement their increasingly digitally connected lives.

These products have also quickly become popular. In India, realme sold over 1 million smart individual audio devices, reaching first spot in market share in Q2 2020. So far, realme has released over 50 AIoT products in 2020, with plans to double it in 2021. Through realme, young people can dare to leap into the future, well-equipped to live life to the fullest.


Recreate an Immersive Cinematic Feast for your Senses, Right from Your Home

From your first step into a cineplex where you are bombarded by the bright hues of movie posters and sounds of movie trailers playing in the background, to the moment you settle into your cushioned seats, watching a movie is a treat for your senses. The good news is that recreating that same movie-going experience can now be easily achieved by turning your den into your very own cinema lounge.

Re-live the Cinema Experience with your Favourite Snacks

Most of us strongly associate certain smells with our memories and past experiences and are able to evoke particular memories with just a whiff of a passing scent in the air. Just ask any of your friends the one smell they associate the most with going to the movies, the likelihood is that most would identify it as the smell of popcorn.

So why not recreate that experience by making your very own gourmet popcorn? Simply chuck a bag of kernels into your microwave and wait for the smell of roasting popcorn to waft through the air, taking you right back to the first movie hall you had walked into.

Take it one step further and elevate your movie night to the next level by making your very own gourmet popcorn –  be it sweet, salted or flavoured, you’re spoiled for choice.  With just the
Samsung Colour Series Microwave Oven
, you can prepare mouth-watering meals, snacks and desserts with just the press of a button.

Through the dedicated Grill Fry function, you can indulge in other finger licking snacks such as
pisang goreng
, all cooked to crisp perfection and without the oil splatters that come from conventional deep frying. And the best part – there is no mess to clean after. With a durable CERAMIC INSIDE™, the Samsung Colour Series Microwave Oven can be cleaned easily without scrubbing and will not discolour over time.

Create the Right Cinematic Ambience

Most of us would probably have sat through a movie and have it marred by other people talking loudly, uncomfortable seats that make your backs ache, or having ushers flash their torchlights in long sweeping arcs trying to help other moviegoers find their seats. Thankfully, as the “designer” of your own home cinema, you get to set your own “no talking, no mobile phones, no spoiler” rules for those joining you for a movie session.

Invest in dark curtains to block out the external light coming through the windows, or even install light dimmers to create the right ambience. For the most comfortable theatre experience, you can opt for recliners and lounge chairs, or even throw down some bean bags. Away from the judging eyes of others, being at home also means you can put on your PJs and lay on as many pillows and blankets for optimum comfort.

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Redeem Those Freezing Experiences At Home

One thing that many cinema operators can never get right is the ideal temperature in the halls – it is either freezing or unbelievably warm temperatures and there is no in-between. So watching your favourite movies in your own home does have one advantage – you now have full control over the climate for your best movie-watching experiences.

Snuggling under the blanket with your loved one as you catch the latest rom-coms is now a possibility with the
Samsung Wind-Free™ Air Conditioner
, allowing you to stay cool without being ‘frozen’. The AI Auto Cooling feature analyses the room conditions and usage patterns before setting the optimum temperature, so that you no longer have to fumble with the settings to get it right.

The Wind-Free™ Cooling technology also gently disperses air through its 23,000 micro air holes to prevent the unpleasant feeling of harsh cold wind on your skin. With our Digital Inverter Boost technology, Samsung Wind-Free™ Air Conditioner operates efficiently and cools the room with less noise, so it does not hamper the movie-watching experience.

Immerse in Cinema Quality Visuals and Surround Sound

When it comes to a cinematic experience – we cannot forget about the audio and visuals. While it would certainly be unfair to pit commercial TVs against the extremely high resolution and definition offered in most movie theatres, the Samsung Q950TS QLED 8K TV comes pretty close.

At 85 inches and boasting a true-to-life 8K resolution, the massive Q950TS offers hyper-clarity imagery and scenery that is guaranteed to pull you right into the movie. Even for playbacks of lower-resolution content such as older feature films, the Q950TS has improved 8K AI upscaling to vastly improve the image quality, allowing you to enjoy your favourite films through new eyes and appreciate it all over again. Featuring an Infinity Screen design, the near invisible bezel display allows the Q950TS to further eliminate the boundaries between the TV and its surroundings.

To complete the immersive experience, pair the Q950TS with Samsung’s newly launched Q Series soundbars and bring reel life into real life. The Q-symphony feature activates and plays surround sound from both the TV and soundbar, creating incredible audio synergy with the compatible TV. With Dolby Atmos
®
 and DTS:X
TM
, you can hear the distinct sounds flowing above and around you.

With your favourite snacks in hand, and lounging comfortably in your new home movie den, you will realise that recreating the movie experience has never been that easy!  So sit back, relax and enjoy movies just the way you should.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G Review – Pure Satisfaction

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G

RM5,199.00

9.2

Performance

9.5/10

Price

8.5/10

Camera - Overall

9.5/10

Functions

9.5/10

Design

9.0/10

				Pros

Definitely powerful

S-Pen is awesome

Awesome camera

Great for power users

Long lasting battery

				Cons

Thick camera bump

More info >

One of the most anticipated smartphone of 2020 is finally here. Samsung Galaxy Note20 was launched a few weeks back and it was well received by tech enthusiast and consumers alike. I too was in awe while watching the live stream of the launch. In my head, I was thinking that this device will be a big hit among power users. Those who needs that extra boost of power and large display will love the Note20.

I had the chance to review the new Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G for 2 weeks. It came in the new colour option – Mystic Bronze, to which I think is gorgeous to look at. I know there are many things I can do with the new Note20 that includes work tasks, photography, note taking and gaming.

And so after the 2 weeks of using the Note20 as my daily phone, here is my full honest review and what I think about this new powerhouse from Samsung.

First Look & Design

My first impression of the new Note20 is that it’s large, just like the other Note series before this. I don’t mind the large size. But this time the Note20 is a little thicker than the previous Note10. Not only it looks thicker, it feels thicker immediately when I held it in my hand. It is also a tad heavier than the Note10. I think this is probably because of the new larger camera modules.

The screen size is also increased to 6.9″, up 0.1″ from Note10. With that increment, the display size and resolution has also increased to 1440 x 3088 from 1440 x 3040. At the new size and resolution, the Note20 does feel a little bit taller. At the top of the display is where front facing camera is located. Samsung have been using the punch hole selfie camera for all their flagship smartphones so this has become a norm for them. Like I said many times before, I dislike notches. So this is fine for me.

The Note20 also comes with an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor under the display near the bottom of the screen. It is very responsive and quick to unlock. It also supports face recognition so I actually have used both methods. In the end, I prefer the facial recognition method to unlock the device. I find it to be much quicker and I don’t need to use both hands to unlock the phone.

On the right right of the phone, there is the volume rocker and power button placed at the usual position. On the left however, has nothing in it. The SIM and MicroSD slot if located at the top of the Note20 Ultra while the USB type-C port and a bottom firing speaker is at the bottom. The S-Pen is neatly placed on the left side of the bottom area. Just push the little bump on the S-Pen and it will pop out.

As we swing to the back, you can see the (very) obvious camera bump. I feel like it is much bigger (or thicker?) than my recently reviewed Galaxy S20 Ultra. I thought the S20 Ultra was thick, but I now that I’ve seen the Note20, I’d say the Note20 Ultra has a thicker camera bump. If you want to have it flushed, you may need to slap on a case on it. And with that, you need a thick case to hide the camera bump. And you will end up adding more thickness to the phone. But at least you will have that much extra protection.

Here is the full specification of the new Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G:

SoC
: Exynos 990 (7 nm+), Octa-core (2×2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2×2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU
: Mali-G77 MP11

OS
: Android 10, One UI 2.5

Memory
: 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM

Display
:

Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors

6.9 inches, 116.7 cm
2
 (~91.7% screen-to-body ratio)

1440 x 3088 pixels (~496 ppi density)

HDR10+, 120Hz@FHD/60Hz@QHD refresh rate

Battery
: Li-Ion 4500 mAh, non-removable, Fast charging 45W

Camera
:

108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.33″, 0.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS

12 MP, f/3.0, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom, 50x hybrid zoom

12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55″, 1.4µm

8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS

Selfie Camera:

10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF

4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Sensors:
 Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Colours:
 Mystic Bronze, Mystic Black, Mystic White

Others:
 Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support)

Performance & Usage

Here’s what I think of the new Galaxy Note20 Ultra. This is one mean smartphone device. Using it on daily basis has been nothing more than super productive and fast. I mainly use it for my daily driver like messaging, emails, PDF documents, managing my calendar, keeping up with Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads and much more. Doing all these in any other Android devices has been good, but the Note20 made it feels much better. Better on normal smartphone setup that is. But I won’t compare it with my experience while using a tablet.

The large screen give me ample view area for any work that needs to be done. Using the S-Pen helps me out with precision selections when taking a screen grab or simply jotting down notes. Having said that, taking down notes on the Note20 Ultra is awesome. Just like the recently launched Tab S7+, the responsiveness by using the S-Pen is superb. It is extremely smooth with low latency to give that real life writing feeling.

I am never disappointed with the battery use as well. On full charge, the Note20 Ultra’s battery can last me almost 48 hours on normal use with minimal gaming. Charging up takes about an hour with the included fast 45W charging plug. An hour is just fine with this large 4,500mAh battery capacity. so I’m happy with that.

As for other performance based test that I usually do, gaming is the main method of measurement for me. I never hesitate to install PUBG Mobile as soon as I booted up the device for the first time. If I want to test a device, I will go at it full throttle. And the Galaxy Note20 Ultra is no exception.

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After installing PUBG, I start up the game which took very little time to get to the login screen. I set everything up to the highest graphic settings that is possible. That from there, I was amazed by the fluidity and smoothness of the screen rendering. Everything is set to the max settings. The render, shadows, FPS, anti-aliasing….everything. And I love it! Graphic is super smooth, images rendered really well and the details are superb.

I have seen this similar graphic performance and that would be in the Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Galaxy Tab S7+. I usually bump up the graphic setting to the very max whenever I use a high-end device. And I was not disappointed. I also can’t remember how many Chicken Dinners that I got with the Note20 Ultra. All I can say, I totally love the gaming experience.

The Note20 Ultra is definitely a great mobile device for those who are active and always on the move. For note takers, this will be your great companion especially when you’re in a meeting or in a class. Note taking is easy and photo quality is equally great. Now speaking of photos, we will now look at the photography abilities of the Galaxy Note20 Ultra.

Camera & Photography

Let’s recap on the Note20 camera setup.

Camera
:

108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.33″, 0.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS

12 MP, f/3.0, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom, 50x hybrid zoom

12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55″, 1.4µm

8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS

Selfie Camera:

10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF

4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

The camera setup is nothing less than for a professional use. The 108MP camera sensor captures all the unseen details with the naked eye and the telephoto lets you zoom in to your faraway subjects. And it is surprisingly good. This is a camera setup that screams fun, every time!

Now let’s take a look at some photos.

A lovely day at the park. Above photo was taken with the ultrawide angle camera. Details are good. Colours are spot on. No obvious distortion around the edges.

Zooming in to the normal zoom camera setup. This is the main camera shooter. Not much to comment here because everything looks good.

Hitting the 2x zoom button brings us closer to the tree. Details are good and it maintains good exposure, colour and clarity.

Zooming in further, yes, across the field from the first photo. A little blur but still able to see who’s on the other side of the field.

And maxed out on the zoom resulted with this. I find it rather amazing that I can still get a decent photo out of the Note20.

Again, I was playing around with the zoom function to see how good it is. Above is a simple detailed photo of another park. But my son went out on his own towards to orange roof gazebo. Below is when I zoom in.

My son is the boy in green. Walking towards the said gazebo. With the Note20, I was able to keep an eye on him even from a distance.

Again, left photo is on normal zoom and on the right is my son again, this time with his God sister playing with a cat.

Details are great when taking still photos. Colours are spot on, and I really have nothing much to comment. It’s just that good. That is the same cat that my son was playing with.

Night shooting is rather interesting. On the left is normal main shooter and on the right is the ultrawide angle camera. Both are equally good. Good sharpness, details and colours. Very little noise as well.

More comparison between the normal zoom and ultrawide angle in low light.

I was sitting inside the car and decided to try the night mode. I was in almost complete darkness when the photo was taken. And yet, the details are good.

Another try with the night mode but this was taken in complete darkness. Very little light was emitted from the lamp post. And the field is in total darkness. Pretty good eh?

This photo was shot solely to check on the details using the main camera. Again, colours are good and exposure is spot on.

Checking more details on the grass. No blur, no distortion and in full detail.

Portrait shots are amazing too.

And selfies are great.

l have nothing much to say when it comes to the camera department. The Galaxy flagship always comes with great camera functions and the quality is impeccable. It almost never disappoint me. I said almost because nothing is perfect anyway. I would be very amazed if I can tether the phone for a photoshoot with multiple remote flashes. Now that would be awesome. And not one company have done that, yet.

As for videos, have a look at the samples below:

The above video was taken using the normal settings at 30fps. The image stabilization works really well to reduce shakes.

As for the above video, it was taken at 60fps. Image stabilization still works well and it turns out good.

Conclusion

The new Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra is a high-end device that works exactly how it is intended. It is great for work, note taking, multi-tasking, multimedia, photography and even gaming. I do have to include that it also comes with Samsung Dex, which you can turn it to be your personal desktop machine as well.

I have used the Note2 Ultra for two weeks. And in all that time, it never leave my side. Although it is big in size, but it is still portable enough for me to fit it in my pocket. Whenever I need a capable device for photography, the Note20 always get the job done. I actually have tons of photos taken with the Note20 Ultra but I’m not going to show all of it.

Video shooting is considered good as well. I actually preferred taking it at 30fps instead of 60fps but as a playback on the device itself, 60fps looks much better. The video also managed to capture good stereo sound and from a good distance too. Overall, it was good.

Of course, the Galaxy Note20 Ultra is not for everyone. But if you have the budget, it will be your best investment for long term use. I would say, it is future proof. It already has 5G, and it has enough processing power for any future apps that needs the extra boost. So yes, I would recommend the Note20 Ultra for long term use.

The new Samsung Galaxy Note20 is
available for purchase now
 and it starts from
RM3,899.00
.


Samsung #PowerofKreatif – Turning Simple Doodles Into Beautiful Works of Art

Everyone can be creative, whether they realize it or not. A lot of people tend to think creativity is binary: either you have it, or you don’t. But the truth is, we all have it. Even by picking up a pencil or a Galaxy Note device to make scribbles, that it is one of the ways to showcase creativity. Now, it’s your time to show some spontaneous creativity – and it’s fascinating to see how we all build upon our doodles in our own unique way!

With Samsung Malaysia’s #PowerofKreatif contest, you will be able to doodle away and potentially win a grand prize worth RM6,197!  All you have to do is showcase your doodling skills from
5
th
 October till 1
st
 November 2020
by using the S Pen, pencil, or other tools. Creativity takes on many different forms, and your S Pen will be one of your best choices that makes editing and sharing creativity effortlessly easy.

With two different themes bi-weekly – (1) MalaysiaKu and (2) Nature and the city, get your creative juices flowing and you may also just be rewarded with the incredible prizes listed below! Not only that, the top 20 winners can have their works exhibited at Samsung Malaysia’s website, therefore sharing their art with an audience of hundreds, if not thousands.

Winner

Prize

Grand prize winner* x 1

Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G + Galaxy Buds Live + UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charger worth RM6,197

Second prize winner* x 1

Galaxy Note20 Ultra worth RM5,199

Third prize winner* x 1

Galaxy Note20 worth RM3,899

Fourth prize winner x 10

Galaxy Buds Live worth RM699 / each

Consolation winner x 30

UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charger worth RM299 / each

NOW, all you need to do is follow these simple steps below:

Step

Description

Step 1

Draw your inspiration based on the themes by these options:

(1) Doodle on a paper
or

(2) Doodle at any Galaxy Note series

Submission for both themes are required to be in the running for the Grand Prize, Second Prize and Third Prize.

Step 2

Share an image of your doodle and a video of your doodling process on your Instagram profile, include hashtags #PowerOfKreatif #GalaxyNote20. Ensure your Instagram account is set to public.

Step 3

Tag 2 friends on your post and ensure your friends follow @SamsungMalaysia Instagram account and their accounts are set to ‘public’ too.

Step 4

The top 20 winners will have their doodles enhanced using Galaxy Note20 S Pen and repost on Samsung website.

For more updates on the #PowerofKreatif contest, please visit
www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile/galaxy-note20-power-of-kreatif/
.

* Join both themes for a chance to win the grand, 2
nd
 and 3
rd
 prize.

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