LG K Series Lineup to Bring Premium Performance to More Consumers

LG Electronics (LG) is expanding its 2020 K series lineup to offer premium design with upgraded features and functionality at price points everyone can appreciate. The new LG K series models – LG K42, LG K52, and LG K62 – will be available starting next month in Europe followed by key markets in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

All three new K series models represent exceptional value and boast stylish designs that are sure to appeal to both LG fans and new users alike. The rear of the K42 sports a unique wave pattern that appears to change colors while a UV coating adds to the device’s premium aesthetic and protects against marks and scratches. The modern matte finish on both LG K52 and LG K62 creates a unique optical pattern that is fingerprint-resistant and all three phones come in a range of compelling colors that complement their stylish designs.

These new K series devices offer upgraded displays that elevate the entire user experience with each model featuring a 6.6-inch HD+ FullVision display in 20:9 aspect ratio. The front camera peeks out through a minimal punch hole and the entire front of the phones is surrounded by slim, unobtrusive bezels. On the audio side, LG 3D Sound Engine adds a greater sense of immersion, delivering authentic, detailed sounds optimized for the content being played.

With four high-quality rear lenses (Standard, Ultra Wide, Depth and Macro) in addition to the front-facing camera, the new K series devices deliver a content creation experience on par with much more expensive smartphones. Both K52 and K62 feature 48MP main cameras that capture brighter and sharper photos and videos, with the K42 featuring a superb 13MP primary lens. The 28MP selfie camera of the K62 allows for the ability to take great looking selfies with artistic blurring effects while the macro lens on all three models can capture superbly detailed close-ups without zooming.

Unique camera features add to the creative possibilities offered by these new K series phones. Flash Jump Cut takes four pictures at preset intervals to create an amusing stop-motion effect and AI CAM recommends the optimal settings based on the subject matter that the camera sees. And with YouTube Live built into the camera’s interface, users can instantly share their lives with friends and followers any time.

The superior performance of LG’s latest K series models is built on solid, reliable fundamentals. A 4,000mAh battery provides long-lasting power for more time creating and consuming content on the go, while the build strength of LG’s smartphones ensures the durability needed for daily use, meeting the strict U.S. military’s MIL-STD-810G standards.

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“Attractive in both design and price, these new K series models represent exceptional value for the performance,” said Johan Chung, executive vice president of overseas sales and marketing at LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “With these newest K series devices sporting quad-camera arrays, immersive large-screen displays and cutting-edge features, even more consumers around the world will be able to enjoy the premium LG user experience.”

Key Specifications:

LG K62

Chipset: 2.3 GHz Octa-core

Display: 6.6-inch 20:9 HD+ FullVision Display

Memory: 4GB RAM / 128 ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)

Camera:

Rear: 48MP
2
 Standard / 5MP Ultra Wide (115°) / 2MP Depth / 2MP Macro

Front: 28MP Standard

Battery: 4,000mAh

Operating System: Android 10.0 (Q OS)

Size: 165.0 x 76.7 x 8.4 mm

Weight: 186g

Network: LTE / 3G / 2G

Connectivity: Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 5.0 / NFC / USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Compatible)

Colors: White / Sky Blue

Others: Google Assistant Button / Google Lens / AI CAM / AR Sticker / LG 3D Sound Engine / Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor / MIL-STD 810G Compliance

LG K52

Chipset: 2.3 GHz Octa-core

Display: 6.6-inch 20:9 HD+ FullVision Display

Memory: 4GB RAM / 64GB ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)

Camera:

Rear: 48MP
2
 Standard / 5MP Ultra Wide (115°) / 2MP Depth / 2MP Macro

Front: 13MP Standard

Battery: 4,000mAh

Operating System: Android 10.0 (Q OS)

Size: 165.0 x 76.7 x 8.4 mm

Weight: 186g

Network: LTE / 3G / 2G

Connectivity: Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 5.0 / NFC / USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Compatible)

Colors: White / Blue / Red

Others: Google Assistant Button / Google Lens / AI CAM / AR Sticker / LG 3D Sound Engine / Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor / MIL-STD 810G Compliance

LG K42

Chipset: 2.0 GHz Octa-core

Display: 6.6-inch 20:9 HD+ FullVision Display

Memory: 3GB RAM / 32 or 64GB ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)

Camera:

Rear: 13MP Standard / 5MP Ultra Wide (115°) / 2MP Depth / 2MP Macro

Front: 8MP Standard

Battery: 4,000mAh

Operating System: Android 10.0 (Q OS)

Size: 165.0 x 76.7 x 8.4 mm

Weight: 182g

Network: LTE / 3G / 2G

Connectivity: Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 5.0 / NFC / USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Compatible)

Colors: Green / Gray / Red / Sky Blue

Others: Google Assistant Button / Google Lens / AI CAM / AR Sticker / LG 3D Sound Engine / Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor / MIL-STD 810G Compliance


LG Embarks on New Mobile Initiative – Explorer Project

LG Electronics (LG) is kicking off the
Explorer Project
 with a 30-second invitation video hinting at the first smartphone under this new lineup. Explorer Project is both an initiative and a category and will include devices that deliver distinctive and yet unexplored usability experiences, a strategy that tackles uncharted territory in the industry. Details of the Explorer Project will officially announced September 14 at 10:00 (EDT) on LG Mobile’s official YouTube channel (
URL
) and Facebook page (
URL
).

LG created the Explorer Project in response to the diverse usage needs of today’s smartphone customers and to deliver much-needed curiosity and excitement to the mobile sector. The initiative aims to “explore” and inject new life into untapped areas and reshape and expand the current user experience, with assistance from its trusted platform partners. Explorer Project also marks a new direction in the alignment strategy of LG’s smartphones. The Explorer Project will focus solely on new usability that is discovered with innovative designs while LG’s new Universal Line will be the company’s lineup of competitive devices that focus on consumer lifestyles, such as LG VELVET.

LG is collaborating with industry partners Rave, Ficto, Tubi and NAVER to develop unique features that will elevate the mobile viewing experience on Explorer Project devices. Qualcomm Technologies is again contributing its industry-leading processing technology and knowhow to drive the outstanding performance of LG’s differentiated lineup.

Rave gives users wherever they may be the ability to communicate and enjoy streaming content together while Ficto, which pioneered revenue sharing for mobile content, aligned the global launch of its streaming service with the Explorer Project. Tubi, the largest ad-supported free streaming service is also an early partner of the Explorer Project. South Korean search leader NAVER, which worked in close partnership with LG on the LG Dual Screen, is developing a version of its Whale browser with unique browsing features for Explorer Project devices.

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“LG and platform partners feel it is vitally important to demonstrate to consumers new and differentiated user experiences in the smartphone space,” said Morris Lee, president of LG’s Mobile Communications Company. “LG has always been a pioneer in pushing the envelope of smartphone form factors, the only way to bring about much needed innovation in the mobile market.”


LG TONE Free Can Self-Clean For Extreme Hygiene And Comfort

Leading brand in technology and consumer goods, LG Electronics collaborated with one of the world’s pioneers in high-resolution audio, Meridian, to launch the new LG TONE Free wireless earbuds. The wireless earbuds feature a sleek, comfortable design that are equipped with unique UV sterilisation, noise isolation, high-resolution sound as well as long battery life, bringing a whole new meaning to “music to your ears.”

Through the debut of its self-sanitising LG TONE Free wireless earbuds, now available across all LG authorised retailers and major IT retailers in Malaysia, LG is further expanding and solidifying its presence in the country, delivering innovative and modern products to consumers.

“Just last year (2019), we entered the air and water purifier market with introduction of our LG PuriCare™ line-up, that features the revolutionary tankless technology in our water purifiers. Continuing the success from LG PuriCare™, we are now taking the next step in strengthening our foothold in Malaysia, with the introduction of LG TONE Free wireless earbuds, ” said Kim Kyutae, Managing Director of LG Electronics Malaysia.

Headphones or earbuds users are constantly seeking prevention on bacteria built up. The LG TONE Free wireless earbuds series boast a self-cleaning feature with LG’s industry-first UVnano charging case, which eliminates 99.9% bacteria on the earbuds by utilising UV LED light as they charge. This takes away one worry for users on cleanliness of earbuds and serve as the perfect solution to better hygiene. Now, users can jam to their favourite tunes knowing that there would be no bacteria built up in the earbuds, keeping them fresh in a flash and hygienic for wear.

“With the ongoing situation in Malaysia that may be weighing down on many, we want to provide consumers with wireless earbuds that will not only help them unwind and relax fully but keep the hygiene levels high. The LG TONE Free wireless earbuds will be able to deliver convenience yet quality listening experiences to consumers no matter where they are,” added Kim.

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The wireless earbuds offer premium sound quality with Meridian’s advanced audio technology. Meridian’s Headphone Spatial Processing (HSP) overcomes the challenges of headphone listening such as their compact size and lack of ‘crosstalk’ between the left and right channels. HSP not only recreates a realistic soundstage that simulates the experience of listening to real loudspeakers, but it delivers vocals with pristine clarity as well.

In addition, the new earbuds series allow long periods of listening time with immense comfort. Users can listen to music all day long be it at the gym, in the car or at home. The earbuds would bring realistic and spectacular experience of music to users as though it is live.

Designed for both music and calls, LG Tone Free wireless earbuds series includes functions that contribute to quality business or personal calls. The earbuds feature built-in, high-performance dual microphones for maximum call clarity with Echo Cancellation and Noise Reduction, which is engineered to detect and minimise unwanted noise. Even in a crowded space, vocals will be crystal clear on the receiving end.

The new canal-type design provides users with a more comfortable fit and comes in two colours: matte Stylish Black and glossy Modern White. LG TONE Free true wireless earbuds’ starts from MYR799 (MSRP) and is available across all authorised LG retailers and major IT retailers in Malaysia. For more information, please visit
https://www.lg.com/my/wireless-earbuds
.


LG Virtual Exhibition Opens To Virtual Applause

For this year’s IFA trade show, LG Electronics (LG) is sharing its vision of an ideal home that would maximize convenience and comfort for families and individuals who are spending more time at home. Throughout the month of September, LG’s first-ever virtual exhibition is providing a compelling experience complete with real life scenarios and demonstrations of how the company is making home life more relaxing, efficient and rewarding.

Under the theme
Experience LG Like Never Before,
a realistic rendering of Hall 18 of Messe Berlin gives visitors a chance to explore the company’s latest innovations as if they were actually in Berlin from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Upon entering LG’s online exhibit, visitors can sit back and enjoy a curated tour led by a helpful virtual guide or view a tutorial that explains how to navigate the booth using the Mini Map. Guests can click a product to try it out or view technical specifications and features.

The exhibition was designed as a fun, interactive experience where people could freely explore the exhibit as if in a game. This is possible thanks to the collaboration with Unity Technologies’ Korea office and the video game company’s Unity engine, the world’s leading platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D (RT3D) content. The engine provides a comprehensive set of software solutions to create, run and monetize interactive, real-time 2D and 3D content for mobile phones, tablets, PCs, consoles, and augmented and virtual reality devices.

The highlight of the digital exhibit is
OLED New Wave
, an installation featuring an array of flexible screens that delivers a dramatic demonstration of LG OLED’s unrivaled picture quality and ability to assume unique form factors which captivated audiences at CES in Las Vegas earlier this year. Visitors can enjoy LG’s home entertainment offering in the Home Cinema Zone, where they can experience LG OLED TV’s outstanding picture and sound or immerse themselves in the ideal gaming environment in the Gaming Zone. The virtual Sports Bar is optimized for enjoying sporting content while the Lifestyle Zone invites visitors to enjoy the realm of possibilities made real by OLED – from Wallpaper to Gallery to Rollable.

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The viewing experience in the home entertainment zones is designed to deliver the key OLED TV attributes known as
4S
: sharp, swift, smooth and slim. Virtual technology allows guests to compare LG’s self-lit displays against conventional LED LCD TVs using incredibly detailed footage of a starry night. Visitors can then enjoy the rich, three-dimensional audio generated by the company’s advanced soundbars and speakers, all thanks to Meridian Audio technology.

The benefits of LG’s comprehensive range of smart home appliances and integrated services can be seen in seven dedicated zones. Organized around the three themes of Health, Hygiene, and Convenience, the aptly named
Reimagine Your Life @ Home with LG
 zones demonstrate how a home can be made even more relieving and hygienic with technology. LG technology is shown improving the air we breathe, ensuring the hygiene of clothing and dishes, creating a more healthy, convenient culinary life and providing proactive, personalized customer service care.

In LG’s AI Connect Air Care Mode demonstration, visitors get to experience the joy and convenience of connected appliances that make spending more time at home so much easier. In the Laundry & Styling Room, visitors can see LG’s latest lineup of washing machines such as LG WashTower with AI technology to deliver optimal washing performance. Prep Station & Dining Room is where guests can simulate scanning groceries for perfectly prepared meals using LG smart appliances, while AI Connect Cooking Mode makes cooking even easier with less planning and thinking. Visitors can also experience the expanded range of Proactive Customer Care service, LG’s AI-based offering that alerts customers of potential issues before they occur, expedites repairs when they are needed and offers useful maintenance tips to keep LG appliances performing their best.

Guests are encouraged to visit
http://exhibition.lg.com/
 to experience LG’s IFA exhibition in all its virtual glory or to download the
LG Virtual Studio
 interactive mobile app for either Android or iOS devices.


LG WING Represents a New Definition of Usability Never Seen Before in a Smartphone

LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its first Explorer Project device, LG WING, at an online launch event (
https://lgwing.me/DiscovertheUnexplored
)  livestreamed around the world from its Seoul headquarters. Embodying the Explorer Project’s aim to discover yet unexplored usability concepts in an effort to expand the mobile industry, LG WING boasts a unique form factor that presents consumers with new and compellingly different mobile experiences.

Hidden Second Screen Offers Next-level User Experience

LG WING is completely different from any other smartphone on the market. Users can switch seamlessly between Basic Mode and Swivel Mode any time to enjoy an expanded and truly differentiated user experience. In Swivel Mode, the entire front of the phone rotates clockwise 90 degrees, orienting the Main Screen in landscape mode to reveal a 3.9 inch Second Screen that unlocks new usability and new possibilities to explore when in Swivel Mode, a single application can be expanded to both screens or two applications can be displayed simultaneously, one on each display.

Viewing video-sharing and streaming platforms in Swivel Mode allows users to interact with the Second Screen while content plays uninterrupted on the Main Screen. To take advantage of LG WING’s unique form factor, LG collaborated with industry-leading platform partners. When viewing YouTube or Tubi on the preinstalled NAVER Whale browser, the video plays on the Main Screen while the Second Screen displays comments or the search bar. LG’s partnerships with other streaming platforms such as Rave and Ficto means that LG WING owners can enjoy videos full screen while simultaneously interacting with other viewers via the Second Screen.

LG WING’s two displays and revolutionary form factor facilitate new ways to engage with certain apps and features, making it far easier to multitask. Users can watch their favorite movies in all their widescreen glory while searching for information about their favorite actors or discussing the movie via chat with friends. For extra convenience, the Multi App feature allows users to create shortcuts for pairs of apps they typically use together. Swivel Mode can also prove handy when driving, allowing users to follow map directions on the Main Screen reserving the Second Screen for calls, which on other phones would cover the map. Changing the orientation of LG WING creates all kinds of new possibilities for multitasking and enjoying content.

Immersive Viewing Experience Without Distractions

With more consumers watching content on their smartphones than ever before, LG is introducing various features in WING to improve the mobile viewing experience. The Main Screen of LG WING is a flawless 6.8-inch P-OLED FullVision display with 20.5:9 aspect ratio to deliver an exceptional viewing and gaming experience. Not only does the Second Screen expand the viewable real estate of the device, it also doubles as a grip when the Main Screen is in landscape mode. With Grip Lock activated, the Second Screen displays useful information such as time and date and ignores accidental touches.

In video platform apps optimized for its unique form factor, LG WING’s Second Screen acts as the Media Controller. When activated, a floating icon appears in the upper-right corner of the Second Screen, giving users the ability to change video and sound settings without having to pause the video or switch to another window. And to eliminate any potential visual distractions that might get in the way of viewer immersion, LG has implemented a 32MP Pop Up Camera that emerges from the body of the device when needed to preserve the device’s screen real estate.

World’s First Gimbal Feature in a Phone with Superb Video Recording

For users who usually record and share their daily lives using smartphones, LG equipped its groundbreaking handset with advanced camera features and technologies exclusive to the new form factor. LG WING boasts three rear cameras – a 64MP Ultra High Resolution OIS Wide, 12MP Ultra Wide Big Pixel and 13MP Wide. Enable Dual Recording in Swivel Mode by using the 32MP pop-up camera and one of the phone’s rear cameras simultaneously. The results can be saved together in a single file, or in two separate files with the aspect ratio set to either 1:1 or 16:9. What’s more, the Second Screen can be used as a dedicated editing palette while the video or photo is displayed on the Main Screen. LG WING also comes with LG Creator’s Kit, a collection of advanced imaging solutions including Timelapse Control, Voice Bokeh and ASMR Recording.

The Gimbal Motion Camera, the world’s first in a smartphone, turns the LG WING’s Second Screen into a convenient grip, providing the stability needed to capture clearer shots and smooth video footage in horizontal mode with one hand, normally difficult to accomplish with conventional bar-type smartphones. LG WING offers functions typically found only on a real gimbal, just as a joystick for controlling the camera angle, a lock to reduce shakes and blurring, a follow mode for smoother videos when moving, pan follow for horizontal movement with minimal up and down shake, and first person view mode for capturing rhythmic and dynamic movements.

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Lighter Yet Durable for Reliable Usability

Even with two screens, LG WING maintains a relatively light, making it easy to hold and convenient to carry. Using slim but tough composite materials and a special perforation technique, LG engineers were able to keep the weight to just 260 grams, making LG WING no heavier than many of today’s large-display smartphones. And the ergonomic design of the device ensures a comfortable stress-free grip whether in Swivel Mode or Basic Mode.

LG WING engineers took into consideration the additional moving parts to employ features to enhance its durability and reliability. When taking a selfie, the accelerometer recognizes if the phone has been dropped and instantaneously retracts the pop-up camera lens to prevent any damage. Another example of quality engineering is the hinge module with Hydraulic Damper, which reduces stress on mechanism when the Main Screen is rotated. Thermoplastic polyoxymethylene is applied to the back of the Main Screen to facilitate smoother swiveling and to prevent scratches on the Second Screen. The hinge mechanism in LG WING has proven to be perfectly reliable even after 200,000 swivels.

To meet customers’ expectation of 5G services, engineers equipped LG WING with Qualcomm
®
 Snapdragon™ 765G 5G Mobile Platform with the Snapdragon X52 5G Modem-RF System. As Qualcomm’s first mobile platform to integrate an application processor and 5G Modem-RF system, this chipset brings best-in-class AI performance, lightning-fast 5G connectivity and intelligent multi-camera capabilities while also preserving battery life. Thanks in part to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Elite Gaming™ features, LG WING delivers a truly unique entertainment experience with instantaneous response times, cinema-quality graphics and incredible audio.

“Congratulations to the entire LG team on the announcement of the LG WING, a truly innovative device powered by the Snapdragon 765G 5G Mobile Platform that perfectly encapsulates the vision of LG’s new Explorer Project,” said Jim Tran, senior vice president and general manager, mobile handsets, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “Qualcomm Technologies actively collaborated with LG Mobile on ways to optimize the performance of the products of the Explorer Project that will bring new and different experiences to consumers.”

“LG WING ushers in a new era of mobile discovery and is an exciting beginning to our Explorer Project initiative,” said Morris Lee, president of LG’s Mobile Communications Company. “Different than anything else on the market today, this innovative device challenges the industry status quo and provides consumers with a new mobile experience that will open up new ways to think about the smartphone.”

LG WING will initially launch in South Korea starting next month to be followed by key markets in North America and Europe.

Consumers are encouraged to visit
http://lgwing.me/Virtual_Unboxing
 to experience LG WING for themselves. Interested developers can go to
http://mobile.developer.lge.com
 to learn more about creating unique applications for LG WING.

Key Specifications:

LG WING

Chipset: Qualcomm
®
Snapdragon™ 765G 5G Mobile Platform integrated with Snapdragon X52 5G Modem-RF System

Display:

– Main Screen: 6.8-inch 20.5:9 FHD+ P-OLED FullVision (2,460 x 1,080 / 395ppi)

– Second Screen: 3.9-inch 1.15:1 G-OLED (1,240 x 1,080 / 419ppi)

Memory: 8GB RAM / 128 or 256GB ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)

Camera:

Rear: Ultra High Resolution (64MP OIS Wide
2
 (F1.8 / 78°/ 0.8µm) / 13MP Ultra Wide (F1.9 / 117° / 1.0µm) / 12MP Ultra Wide Big Pixel (F2.2 / 120° / 1.4µm)

Front: 32MP Wide
3
 (F1.9 / 79.6° / 0.8µm)

Battery: 4,000mAh

Operating System: Android 10.0 (Q OS)

Size: 169.5 x 74.5 x 10.9 mm

Weight: 260g

Network: 3G / 4G LTE-A / 5G

Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a, b, g, n, ac / Bluetooth 5.1 / NFC / USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Compatible)

Colors: Aurora Gray / Illusion Sky

Others: Gimbal Motion Camera / Front Pop Up Camera / Hexa Motion Stabilizer / LG Creator’s Kit / LG Pay / Dual Recording / Black Stabilizer / LG 3D Sound Engine / AI CAM / Q Lens / Google Lens / Google Assistant / In-Display Fingerprint Sensor / IP54 Water and Dust Resistance / Qualcomm
®
 Quick Charge™ 4.0+ Technology / Wireless Charging / MIL-STD 810G Compliance
4


LG XBOOM ON Delivers Big, Powerful Beats To Take Up A Notch For Partygoers

Giving party enthusiasts something to look forward to when attending parties, LG Electronics unveiled the LG XBOOM ON Series, the all-in-one party box that sets out to  deliver big, powerful beats that take the party atmosphere up a notch. Featuring Super Bass Boost, the newest addition to the XBOOM Series is designed to generate extra airflow behind the speaker unit to produce thumping bass that sparks any party into life.

The XBOOM ON lineup also pairs impressive audio quality with party-optimised features including Party Strobe, which allows you sync your smartphones with the beat. Connect up to three smartphones and hold them up as the rear light flashes in sync with the music. Now, all party enthusiasts can shine a little more fun on the party.

To get the party moving, all future DJ’s can take this opportunity to test their skills and apply sound effects straight from the DJ App on either Android or iOS or control the DJ Pad on the speaker.

Not only that, the LG XBOOM ON Series comes with Karaoke Star, where future Beyoncé’s can belt it out loud and clear. Consumers can adjust the music and microphone volume separately, reduce track vocals with the Voice Canceller, and tune the music to one’s voice with the Key Changer. Then when you’re ready, sing your heart out.

To complement the XBOOM ON’s excellent audio quality and further add an element of unbridled excitement to the experience, the LG XBOOM ON speakers gives consumers a chance to record song playlists and DJ mixes to USB so one can listen back to them at any time. Through the Party Saver feature, you can also copy them to another USB, or even send them to friends over Bluetooth®.

Not forgetting those who wants to show off their guitaring skills, the LG XBOOM ON speakers comes with more ways to enjoy the party. Simply plug in the guitar input and get the room rocking. Or if you’re not feeling up to it, use the CD player and radio to play music.

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The new LG XBOOM ON Series also comes with its own application, where you can pair up to three devices at the same time via the XBOOM App. Once done, you can use any of the connected devices to seamlessly control a playlist with little to no interruption when playing music. You can get the XBOOM app on the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

The LG XBOOM ON Series starts from MYR1,499 for the ON7 (MSRP), MYR1,299 for the ON5 (MSRP) and MYR999 for the ON2D (MSRP), made available across all LG authorised retailers and major IT retailers in Malaysia. For more information on these new products, please visit the following links:

LG XBOOM ON7:
https://www.lg.com/my/home-audio-systems/lg-on7

LG XBOOM ON5:
https://www.lg.com/my/home-audio-systems/lg-on5


LIFE* – Malaysia’s First Telco-Media With Non-Stop Entertainment

Due to the pandemic, Malaysia has sped up in the development of the digital industry moving Malaysia towards a more digital lifestyle economy.

LIFE
* is the first digital lifestyle platform in Malaysia’s telecommunication industry created by
MBits Digital Sdn Bhd
. Using a digital platform,
LIFE*
 provides users a digital registration, users are able to select their own mobile number, users may select their preferred data plan, sim-card delivery and even payment transactions are within the
LIFE*
 platform itself.

LIFE*
 as a digital platform gives users a hassle-free experience and convenience without having to leave their own homes.
LIFE*
 is also a value for money service where it provides users a bundled package of “no hidden or no extra charges” cost to access the non-stop entertainment services provided by partnered digital platforms within the
LIFE*
 platform itself.

“LIFE*
 enables the access of various digital platforms which are Affordable Digital Hybrid Lifestyle Platforms for all Malaysians”.

–
Saraleana Nattaya Azmi
, Founder | CEO of Mbits Digital Sdn Bhd

Partnered digital platforms within
LIFE*
 provides services from Streaming, Gaming, Dining and Shopping. Every platform has a touch of
LIFE*
 such as the streaming content & gaming are free to access for
LIFE*
 users. Discount vouchers for Dining and Shopping Nationwide are accessible to
LIFE*
 users as well.

From left: Saraleana Nattaya Azmi, CEO of MBits Digital and Tamilhselvan Kuppan, Head of LIFE* and CTO of MBits Digital.

LIFE
* as a Telco-Media represents a multi-culture, multi-language and multi-platform to encourage a more #GLOCAL digitalization of Malaysia by creating a platform for Malaysians to get to know more digital lifestyle platforms that are made by Malaysians for Malaysians.

“
LIFE*
 is not just a data plan,
LIFE*
 is a value for money digital platform that provides non-stop entertainment experiences.”

–
Tamilhselvan Kuppan,
Head of Life* | CTO Of Mbits Digital Sdn Bhd

LIFE
* The Newest Entertainment Data Plan Experience in Life

Get
LIFE*
, Change your Life

LIFE*
 is kicking off their brand campaign through the
#LIFEBEATZ TikTok

Challenge.
From
28 September – 25 October 2020
, TikTok users can join the
#LIFEBEATZ TikTok

Challenge
 and unleash their dance moves and creativity by creating their own TikTok videos using the
LIFE* BEATZ
 song. Each valid entry can be in the running to win prizes
worth RM10,000.

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To join the
#LIFEBEATZ TikTok Challenge
, register with a valid e-mail address on
www.getlife.com.my
 and find out more about the challenge in the
WHAT’S HOT
 section.

Total Prizes to Win worth RM10,000

1st Prize: RM3,000 + Free 1year subscription Plan RM38

2nd Prize: RM2,000 + Free 1year subscription Plan RM38

3rd Prize: RM1,000 + Free 1year subscription Plan RM38

5 Consolation Prizes worth RM500 each + Free 1year subscription Plan RM38

[ Best Selected Categories showcasing Stream, Game, Shop, Dine & Glocal ]


Three In Five Malaysians Not Getting Internet Speed As Promised

The Communications and Multimedia Consumer Forum of Malaysia (CFM) conducted an online poll during the Movement Control Order (MCO) to gather feedback from consumers of their subscribed services. The findings of the poll show that most consumers are not satisfied with the quality of internet speed promised by Telcos.

The poll also found that most respondents have more than one issue that included quality of indoor network coverage and no significant improvements to complaints lodged.

“We conducted this poll during the recent MCO, when everyone was highly dependent on internet connectivity to work from home and stay connected. This issue should not happen as Telcos have promised to provide the service as subscribed and should be more proactive in improving their services,” said CFM Chairperson, Datin Mohana Mohariff.

Datin Mohana added, “CFM has been working with MCMC and is currently in the process of tightening up the provisions of the General Consumer Code (GCC) to ensure that consumer rights are protected. Some of the topics that will be reviewed in the GCC are the service contractual terms and conditions, to provide a critical information summary, and more attention to consumers with special needs.”

CFM always encourage consumers to lodge complaint to their respective Telcos by providing detailed information about the issue. If the problem is still not resolved, consumers can lodge a report to CFM via the integrated complaint portal with MCMC at
https://aduan.skmm.gov.my/
.

Meanwhile, there are few methods which consumers could try to rectify their internet speed issues by doing some self-troubleshooting. Please visit CFM portal at:
http://www.consumerinfo.my/basic-faq-how-to-troubleshoot-your-wi-fi-network/

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New Software Updates Enable Galaxy Watch Active2 Users To Live Healthier

Samsung Electronics announced a software update, bringing new health, communication, and connectivity features to the Galaxy Watch Active2, available starting today.

Here is a look at the new features that will be available on your Galaxy Watch Active2 soon.

Improve Your Athletic Performance

Become a better runner, improve your form, and prevent injury with the Running Analysis feature. The Galaxy Watch Active2 now offers a standalone running analysis and can provide a variety of detailed metrics, such as asymmetry, regularity, stiffness, vertical oscillation, ground contact time, to help you improve performance and reduce injury.

On top of this, you can also measure VO
2
max, an indicator of the maximum amount of oxygen a person can utilize during intense exercise. It is a common measurement used to determine an athlete’s fitness and performance capacity, which can track the progress in your training routine and help you improve your endurance.

Watch Out for Your Loved Ones, Even From Afar

The Fall Detection feature helps you care for yourself and your loved ones, even when you are apart. When a potential fall is detected, you will immediately be given the option to send an SOS notification to up to four pre-designated contacts, ensuring that help is never too far away.

More Convenient Communication From Your Wrist

Rather than having to turn to your phone after receiving a notification on your smartwatch, you can easily view emoticons and photos directly from your wrist. Plus, with Smart Reply, you are provided a suggested response for both messages and images, with advanced photo recognition technology, so you can send a reply, even when you are in a hurry.

Also, when you get a message, your watch will also automatically show your chat history, instead of just a single message, so you can quickly pick up your conversation. No more constant switching between devices – you can do more directly from your wrist.

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With the latest update, you also get the latest fun replies. You can now select to send both AR Emoji Stickers and Bitmoji Stickers straight from your watch, so you can truly express yourself in your messages while on-the-go.

Effortlessly Control Your Mobile Experience

You can control your mobile experience with the Galaxy Watch Active2 more effortlessly, including giving you instant access to your playlist on your phone. With this latest update, you have an even more seamless music experience across your devices – from your smartphone to Galaxy Buds device to your smartwatch.

Additionally, your Galaxy Watch Active2 will now support the scroll capture feature, so when you take a screenshot from your smartwatch, it is automatically sent as an image to your smartphone. That way, you can capture message threads, workout information and more and quickly save them for future reference.

For more information about the Galaxy Watch Active2, please visit
https://www.samsung.com/my/wearables/galaxy-watch-active2-aluminium-r820/SM-R820NZKAXME/
.


Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ Review – Ultimate Android Workforce

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+

RM4,599.00

9.1

Performance

9.5/10

Price

8.0/10

Camera Quality

9.0/10

Functions

9.5/10

Design

9.5/10

				Pros

Powerful workforce

Sleek premium design

Long lasting battery

Great for gaming

Many possibilities

				Cons

Can't find any cons.

Except that it's not waterproof.

But who the heck want to bring this tablet for a swim?

That's just silly.

K thx bye...

More info >

When it comes to tablets, I will always think of what it is made for and it will usually comes with a mid-range setup. Many brands are making tablets but not many are producing powerful high-end kind. This is where Samsung prevails, always.

Since the Galaxy Tab S6 that I’ve tested last year, I have not seen any other brands making any tablets that is comparable to Samsung’s best tablets except the ones by Apple. So when it comes to tablet territory, Samsung and Apple are the best in the market.

Now with the introduction of the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 and the S7+, Samsung has made a huge leap forward when it comes to a productivity device. I fell in love the very minute I lay my eyes on the Tab S7+ for this review. And I thank Samsung for the opportunity to use and play with the tab for two whole weeks. So this is my full review of the new Galaxy Tab S7+.

First Look & Design

Unboxing the Galaxy Tab S7+ excites me. Why not? I was actually looking forward to review this baby since it was announced a few weeks back. The launch happened alongside the new Galaxy Note20, which is another device that I am looking forward to review as well.

The Galaxy Tab S7+ comes in a slim box. Inside the box, I was immediately greeted by the tab itself, covered in cloth case that made everything look and feel premium. At this price point, it should give that feel. And I was not disappointed.

Holding the Galaxy Tab S7+ for the first time, I immediately noticed how thin it is. The flat back and squared edges feels great. I actually prefer it like this rather than having rounded edges. This feels solid. It feels like something that is being made in extreme precision. Every corners and edges feels premium. So my first impression was very impressive.

The review unit also comes with a book cover keyboard. With this, I can fully test the tab like how it is intended – total versatility like a laptop. And slapping the book cover keyboard on the tab is essential to fully test its potential.

But first, I am going to talk about the tablet itself.

The 12.4″ Super AMOLED display is gorgeous. That is pretty much the standard for Samsung’s flagship devices nowadays. I love the deep vibrant colours on this tab squeezed into 1752 x 2800 pixels resolution. The front selfie camera is located at the top center of the tablet when holding it in landscape mode. Since the Galaxy Tab S7+ is made for mobile productivity, it is made to use mostly like a laptop, hence why the selfie camera is located there for easy video conference call.

Now I am going to describe the layout differently this time. Holding the Galaxy Tab S7+ in landscape mode, we can see the power button and the volume rocker on the top left side while there is the MicroSD card slot on the top right side. This tab only comes with WiFi only so you won’t be able to put in your SIM card for data use.

On either sides of the tab, there are 4 speakers in total with two on each side. This gives out the full surround sound experience that is enhanced by Dolby Atmos and tuned by AKG. Speakers are loud and clear. Watching movies on this tablet is totally worth it.

The USB type-C port is located on the right side of the Galaxy Tab S7+, right in the middle between the two right speakers. On the other side, there’s only the mic hole between the two left speakers.

Now at the bottom of the tab, there is the keyboard connector in the middle and two holes on the left and right side for the placeholder slot to attach the keyboard. Also, the keyboard will stick to the tab with magnet that holds it in place. So yes, you can attach and detach the keyboard whenever you need it or don’t need it. Also to note that when you attach the keyboard, the device will notify whether you want to switch to Samsung Dex mode or remain in tablet mode.

At the back of the tablet (still looking in landscape mode), the dual camera setup is located at the top right side. Next to it in the top middle part is a magnetised strip to attach the S-Pen onto the tablet. The S-Pen will be charged wirelessly when it is attached at the back. And the magnet is pretty strong too, holding the S-Pen in place even when I was moving a lot.

Now the back cover attached to the tab with magnet as well. Once it is attached, it feels sturdy and you know it won’t come off. At the top part, there is an opening pocket that covers the S-Pen perfectly. It also acts as a storage space for the S-Pen so that you won’t lose it. Now you can lift up the flap at the bottom part of the back cover to create a stand for the tablet, letting you use the tab like a laptop.

I like the feel of the whole book cover keyboard when it is fully attached to the Galaxy Tab S7+. Everything feels right in place. And it is very easy to quickly convert the device from tablet mode into laptop mode.

The S-Pen has been upgraded from the one on the Tab S6. The super responsive and high precision input by the S-Pen onto the display is superb. I can say that it is 5x more precise than on the previous Tab S6 and much, much smoother to use. I enjoyed my time scribbling and writing on this Tab S7+, and again it made my handwriting so much nicer.

And this is how it looks like at its full glory.

Speaking of full glory, here are the full specification of the new Galaxy Tab S7+:

SoC
: Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865+ (7 nm+), Octa-core (1×3.09 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585

GPU
: Adreno 650

OS
: Android 10, One UI 2.5

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

Display
:

Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors

12.4 inches, 446.1 cm2 (~84.6% screen-to-body ratio)

1752 x 2800 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~266 ppi density)

HDR10+, 120Hz refresh rate

Battery
: Li-Po 10,090 mAh, non-removable, Fast charging 45W

Camera
:

13 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.4″, 1.0µm, AF

5 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm

Selfie Camera:
 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4″, 1.12µm

Sensors:
 Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, Samsung DeX

Colours:
 Mystic Black, Mystic Bronze, Mystic Silver

Performance & Usage

Now the idea of using a tablet is more towards productivity and work. The smaller tablets such as the Tab A series by Samsung are focused on multimedia and handling simple work tasks such as taking notes and reading. I do have my own personal Tab A device that I use on daily basis, mainly for social media management and digital marketing work. Simple and reliable. That’s all it is for.

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As for this bad boy, I can do more than that. It is a tablet and a full fledged laptop all thanks to the Samsung Dex mode. With Samsung Dex, it feels more familiar. The layouts are similar to what we are used to on a desktop PC. Only difference is that this is fully Android and touch screen. Browsing, switching screens and tabs, scrolling and the whole user experience are optimised to be more intuitive for anyone. I think I spent more time in Samsung Dex mode rather than tablet mode.

				Samsung Dex mode

				Normal tablet mode

But you don’t have to be in Dex mode all the time too. Normal tab mode worked just as well. My first initial browsing experience works better than my normal desktop PC. Pages somehow loads much faster, all thanks to the super fast and powerful Snapdragon 865+ SoC coupled with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. This website loads within 1 second the first time it fired up. That to me is bloody fast. My usual laptop took about 8 seconds to fully load but the Galaxy Tab S7+ took only 1 second. That is a huge difference in speed.

And speaking of speed, I managed to gauge the overall performance with Antutu Benchmark. The benchmark score is expected for this flagship chipset. Most of the recent devices that I reviewed scored below 300k but this Galaxy Tab S7+ managed a total score of 562,995. That is a flagship score, on par with most of the latest gaming smartphones out there.

With all that power, multi-tasking should be a breeze. I did try out a few times with the multi-tasking mode, browsing a website on one side and editing a photo on another. Everything works smoothly without any problems. On the quick launcher panel (located on the right side of the screen), there is a function where you can add your own shortcut for multi-tasking window. Just with one tap, you can launch two (or three) apps simultaneously in a multi-tasking window. This is a handy function when you multi-task most of the time.

And again, the Galaxy Tab S7+ is made for productivity and it is great at it. I actually put my laptop away the whole time I had the Galaxy Tab S7+ with me. I feel like I am using the future of laptops. If you’re into photo editing, there are tons of apps that you can use other than Photoshop. Same goes with illustration work. Office suites are abundance as well. To work on the Tab S7+ for excel or sheets are easy, just like a normal laptop. Only better.

The whole time I was using the Galaxy Tab S7+, I didn’t miss my laptop or desktop at all. I got everything I need with this tab. I can do work, watch movies and play games.

Since this is a high-end tablet with flagship specs, I didn’t waste any time to install my all time favourite graphic hungry game, PUBG Mobile. After installing the game, I set everything to run on its full high settings. I configured it to run on full HD, ultra frame rate, shadows, anti-aliasing, and everything is set to the highest graphic settings. And it is well worth it. Love the graphics. Love the large display and absolutely love playing the game on this tab.

I would also like to add that I managed a total of 16 chicken dinners in my two weeks of using this tablet. The large display and powerful SoC plays a big role when it comes to awesome gameplay. And the large capacity battery of 10,090 mAh helps a lot in maintaining long gaming hours. Best of all, the device churns out awesome graphics without breaking a sweat and didn’t heat up at all. Love it. Also, I managed to keep it alive for a good 3 days before I have to plug-in the charger. That includes some gaming time and a little bit of work.

Don’t believe my 16 chicken dinners? I have it on screenshots and photo capture (just to show that I am really using the Tab S7+). And because of the Tab S7+, I became addicted to the game all over again. This triggered me to save some money to buy one for myself. But perhaps I will go for the new Tab S6 Lite instead.

As for security, the Galaxy Tab S7+ is secured by Knox just like the other flagships by Samsung. The fingerprint sensor is located under the display on the right side when you view it in landscape mode. If you’re a lefty, you won’t have an option to scan your fingerprint on the left side of the screen. You will have to use your right hand and finger to unlock the device. It’s totally fine anyways. The responsiveness to unlock the device with the fingerprint sensor is quite fast and accurate. I have no issues with this at all.

This time around I don’t have a section for photography in this review. To me, the Galaxy Tab S7+ is more of a work type of device rather than for photography. It kinda feel weird lounging this device around to shoot some photos on its large screen and it looks awkward too. Although it is not entirely made for photography in mind, the camera is not that bad.

Here I have a few sample photos that I managed to capture with the Galaxy Tab S7+…

The overall camera performance is good. Colours are natural and the focus is on point. Details on small objects looks good and I believe this tab is able to take some decent photos when used properly. Only that I don’t get to bring it along with me all the time for me to do just that. Like I said, it is more of a work tablet. And since this is a review unit, I do not want to bring it along with me while going around town with my family on the weekends unless I’m staying indoors. So to be on the safe side, I did not fully test the camera’s potential.

Conclusion

Having this device for two weeks seemed like too short for me. I didn’t want to part with it. I enjoyed every minute with it. I spent most of my free time using it. I have been looking or rather surveying for a new tablet for me to replace my Tab A, one with more power and great for work on the go.

Since I have been using this Galaxy Tab S7+, I simply fell in love with everything about it. Design is beautiful. The finishing touches are amazing and most of all, it feels great. I did not find any flaws in this tab. So if you’re asking me about the pros and cons, I only have the pros.

I don’t really mind the weight because at this size, I do expect it to be heavy. Well, not that heavy anyway. The S-Pen works great and feels so natural when writing noted or drawing weird looking stickman. One advice though, if or when you get yourself this new Galaxy Tab S7+, get yourself a book cover keyboard as well. It is totally worth it and with it, you won’t lose your S-Pen.

Samsung has made yet another great device, in my opinion. I called last year’s Galaxy Tab S6 as the best Android tablet of 2019, and now I’m calling this Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+ as the best Android tablet of 2020.

You can head over to
Samsung’s official webstore
 to purchase this awesome tablet. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ is priced at
RM4,599.00


Samsung’s Lifestyle TVs Enhance Malaysian Homes with Dazzling Designs

Samsung has been known to pioneer many innovations that the world now enjoys. Among those innovations, the tech company will always be fondly remembered for transforming a large black box into the dainty, gorgeous lifestyle TVs that we see today. From The Serif, to The Sero, to The Frame, these TVs by Samsung are known globally for their innovative designs and features; going so far to even win several awards on the global stage.

With the opulent designs and unique features that specially cater to the modern-day consumer, Samsung aims to elevate the overall ambience of a home and lifestyles of Malaysians.

“These days, the TV does so much more than just air the news or run your favorite movies and TV shows. Our lifestyles have evolved dramatically over the past decade, and it is only fitting that the TV continues to evolve with us as well. Hence, the birth of these new-age lifestyle TVs that can do so much more for you and your home, like providing modern-day content, real-time information, and making your home look doubly luxurious!” said Jimmy Tan, Head Consumer Electronics, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The Sero – Mobile Entertainment, Better on TV

Vertical. That is what Sero means in Korean. This beautiful TV rotates between landscape and portrait mode, delivering an experience optimised for the mobile phone. This essentially makes it the quintessential TV of the 21
st
 century, perfect for heavy users of mobile content.

This innovative, out-of-the-box idea for a TV earned recognition on the global stage as well, receiving an esteemed gold award at the iF Design Awards, one of the world’s most celebrated and valued competitions that acknowledges design excellences around the world.

With The Sero, users can plop down in front of their TV, whip out their mobile phones, and enjoy the same mobile content but on a much larger and far more immersive screen – be it games, social media, or portrait videos.

Price (RRP):
 RM6,999 (43”)

https://www.samsung.com/my/tvs/the-sero-ls05t/

The Serif – Unconditionally Beautiful

The Serif is Samsung’s Lifestyle TV that was imagined by award-winning designers, the Bouroullec Brothers. With its signature ‘I’ profile, it looks absolutely stunning from any part of your home, and from any angle; guaranteed to raise the level of ambient luxury of the living room.

Moreover, it delivers an eye-popping, brilliant viewing experience too. Thanks to the Artificial Intelligence that it is equipped with, viewers will see its content in all the 4K resolution glory, while background noise is significantly cut down. Watch a movie, the latest football match, or that must-see TV drama in over a billion vibrant colours.

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Price (RRP):
  RM 6,499 (55”)

https://www.samsung.com/my/tvs/the-serif-ls01t/

The Frame – TV When It’s On, Art When It’s Off

Shout out to all Malaysians who love both TV and art! Samsung’s The Frame TV does both. This TV complements your home, bringing both entertainment and luxurious art into your home like it would to a high-society art gallery. If you have guests coming over and you feel like showing off your fine taste in the artistic indulgences of life, have them stand right where The Frame is placed in your home and they can see over 1,200 works of fine art from world-renowned artists and galleries including Museo del Prado, The Albertina, Saatchi Art, and more.

But that’s not all The Frame is about. It is equipped with Samsung’s QLED 4K technology, so that viewers can experience watching TV content in lifelike colour and detail.

Price (RRP):
 RM6,499 (55”), RM 10,999 (65”)

https://www.samsung.com/my/tvs/the-frame-ls03t/QA65LS03TAKXXM/

Do More With Your Smart Lifestyle TVs

Samsung’s latest Lifestyle TVs not only look good, they are smart with many more features than you could think. Here are some tips on how you can fully enjoy a Samsung Smart Lifestyle TV.

Get Apps on Your TV

Samsung’s Lifestyle TVs offer access to many exciting apps and games. So, apart from enjoying a movie with your family, why not spend some good family time playing some games and more entertainment on the big screen together? And to make things more convenient, you can also set the TV to update these apps automatically.

Make Your TV Kid-Friendly

With more people spending more time at home and working from home, it is inevitable that children will be spending a lot more time in front of the TV as well. While there are plenty of accessible kid-friendly content, there is also plenty of content inappropriate for children. Fortunately, Samsung’s Lifestyle TVs provide users the option to block certain over-the-air content based on ratings, making it easier for families to protect their children.

Connect Bluetooth Devices

To get the most out of your TV-viewing experience, why not connect a Bluetooth soundbar to turn your home into a mini cinema? Or you could also connect a Bluetooth headphone for a deeply immersive private screening. With this, not only will you see every detail in glorious colour and clarity, you will feel every sound and movement as well.

To know more about Samsung’s latest Lifestyle TVs, visit
https://www.samsung.com/my/lifestyle-tvs/
.


Samsung Wins 48 Awards at IDEA 2020

Samsung Electronics today announced that it has won 48 awards at the world-renowned International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2020, including one Gold, four Silvers, four Bronzes and one Best-in-Show.

The IDEA 2020 awards for Samsung include not only the top design awards for creative, cutting-edge creations, but products spanning across multiple categories, showcasing Samsung’s excellence in consumer lifestyle designs with elegant aesthetics, as well as interactive and sustainable designs that reflect social values and broad spectrum of professional expertise.

IDEA, hosted by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), has been held annually since 1980. Widely viewed as the most influential design awards in North America, IDEA considers design innovation, benefit to user and benefit to society as part of its criteria for selecting its awardees.

BESPOKE Family Hub UX won Gold for delivering user-centric experience and innovation. Based on consumer-driven insight, the UX allows users to share and create photos and recipes through the refrigerator screen. Additionally, connectivity with mobile apps enables consumers to enjoy remote access regardless of their location.

BESPOKE Refrigerator
1
 won Silver for its customizable modular design which allows users to choose colors, materials and types of the refrigerator fit for individual lifestyles and preferences. BESPOKE Refrigerator has already won a Gold award at International Forum (iF) Design Award 2020.

The IDEA 2020 jury honored Samsung with ‘Best-in-Show’, a special award for BESPOKE Family Hub UX and BESPOKE Refrigerator, recognizing Samsung’s achievements in consumer-centric design excellence.

Samsung’s Upcycling Solution for TV Packaging received a Silver award for its customizable packaging box. Samsung adopted upcycling into packaging materials of its lifestyle TVs – The Frame, The Serif and The Sero. The product packaging was designed to encourage consumers to upcycle the boxes and create innovative pieces of small furniture that suit individual needs, such as a cat tower or a TV stand. The packaging won 2020 CES Innovation Awards for its innovative concept, contribution to environmental protection and raising of awareness for recycling and upcycling.

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In addition, Q950TS, a QLED 8K TV maximizing screen immersion with Infinity Screen, and The Serif Visual Identity System, which illustrates sophisticated visual strategies targeting the millennial generation, also won Silver awards.

The following received Bronze awards: Galaxy Fold, a foldable smartphone that offers new experience; Infinite Line™ Oven
1
, a built-in kitchen that delivers sleek premium design; The Sero Visual Identity System that demonstrates bold and intense graphic with new brand visual strategies targeting the millennial generation; and Inclusive IoT, an advanced design concept utilizing AI Sound Recognition for helping people with hearing loss.

“Design increasingly values interaction between products and user experiences,” said Dontae Lee, Executive Vice President and the Head of Corporate Design Center at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung will continue to provide meaningful customer experiences and sustainable values with innovative technologies and differentiated designs.”

The IDEA 2020 Ceremony was held virtually on September 16. The International Design Conference is also being held virtually for two days from September 17 to 18. Felix Heck, vice president and the head of Samsung Design Europe, is scheduled to give a presentation titled ‘Design for Resonance’ at the event.

Awards in Detail at ‘IDEA 2020’

Awards

Gold(1)

BESPOKE Family Hub UX
1

Silver(4)

BESPOKE Refrigerator
1

Upcycling Solution for TV Packaging

Q950TS∙QLED 8K TV

The Serif VIS (Visual Identity System)

Bronze(4)

Galaxy Fold

Infinite Line™ Oven
1

The Sero VIS (Visual Identity System)

Inclusive IoT

[1]
 This model is currently unavailable in the Malaysian market.


September Just Got Better with the HONOR 9 Series Pay Day Sale!

Everyone say yay – it’s payday! HONOR Malaysia brings back its popular Pay Day Sale this month with more treats for the HONOR 9 Series, wearables, and more. The HONOR 9 Series Pay Day Sale begins offline from 21 – 30 September 2020 at all HONOR Experience Stores (HES) and partner stores while online kicks off on 25 September – 2 October 2020 on HONOR’s official website,
Hihonor
.

Customers who purchase in-store will also enjoy up to 50% off and receive awesome free gifts for the entire HONOR 9 Series line-up which includes the HONOR 9A, HONOR 9X Pro, HONOR 9X, HONOR 9X Lite and the recently launched HONOR 9S. On Hihonor, registered customers will not only stand a chance to win prizes such as an HONOR Band 5i and HONOR Scale 2 during the lucky draw but will also have the opportunity to get further discounts  for the online and flash deals as well as play games and check in daily for more free gifts.

The HONOR 9 Series recently welcomed the budget-friendly HONOR 9S to the family at only RM 359. Packing more punch with a 3020mAh battery, 32GB storage (expandable storage up to 512GB) and an 8MP rear camera for casual photography. The smartphone also runs on Android-based Magic UI 3.1, offering an aesthetically pleasing UX design as well as a selection of user-friendly features.

HONOR Experience Stores & Partner Stores Deals (21 – 30 September 2020)

Model
RRP
Pay Day Sale
Freebies
HONOR 9A
RM 549
N/A
HONOR Speaker with Smart LED Lamp and 5GB Huawei Cloud Storage
HONOR 9S
RM 359
N/A
HONOR Water Bottle, 15GB Cloud Storage and RM 10 Tien Tien Yogurt Voucher.
HONOR 9X Pro
RM 999
N/A
HONOR Band 5i
HONOR 9X
RM 899
RM 849
HONOR Gift Box
HONOR 9X Lite
RM 699
N/A
HONOR Scale 2

Hihonor Deals (25 September – 2 October 2020)

Model
RRP
Pay Day Sale
Freebies
HONOR 8X MAX
RM 829
RM 799
HONOR Gift Box
HONOR 9A
RM 549
N/A
15GB Huawei Cloud Storage
HONOR 8A
RM 469
RM 459
32GB SD Card
HONOR 7S
RM 299
N/A
Data Cable and Mini Phone Holder
HONOR 8S
RM 369
N/A
Data Cable and Mini Phone Holder
HONOR Band 5
RM 129
RM 109
N/A
HONOR Sport Pro
RM 299
RM 249
N/A
HONOR Watch Magic Strap (Blue)
RM 89
RM 69
 N/A
HONOR Magic Earbuds
RM 499
RM 399
HONOR Scale 2
HONOR Bagpack
RM 199
N/A
N/A
HONOR MagicWatch 2 46mm (Charcoal Black)
RM 699
RM 649
HONOR Waterproof Bag
HONOR MagicWatch 2 46mm (Flax Brown)
RM 749
RM 699
HONOR MagicWatch 2 42mm (Charcoal Black)
RM 599
RM 549
HONOR MagicWatch 2 42mm (Sakura Gold)
RM 799
RM 749
HONOR MagicBook 14 8GB RAM+256GB SSD
RM 2,299
N/A
HONOR Twinline Backpack
HONOR MagicBook 14 16GB RAM + 512 SSD
RM 2,999
N/A
HONOR Backpack, HONOR Bluetooth Mouse and HONOR Scale 2
Bundle
HONOR Watch Magic
RM 588
RM 419
HONOR Watch Magic and Strap (Blue)

9 Series Special Purchase-with-Purchase deals

Customers will also be able to score additional HONOR products at just RM70 by purchasing selected any smartphones from HONOR’s 9 series!

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Model
RRP
PWP items (RM 70)
HONOR 9X
RM 899
    HONOR Scale 2 (rrp RM 99) HONOR Band 5i (rrp RM 119) HONOR Powerbank 10,000 mAh (rrp RM 149)
HONOR 9X Pro
RM 999
HONOR 9X Lite
RM 699
HONOR 9A
RM 549
HONOR 9S
RM 359

Flash Deals

HONOR will be featuring a different product for its Flash Deals with mega discounts. During Pay Day Sale period, Hihonor will be offering a slew of HONOR products including smartphones, wearables and laptop daily at 12 PM. Items are very limited so be sure to check out the website to grab your favourites on a deal!

Model
RRP
Flash Deals
Freebies
HONOR Power Bank 10,000 mAh
RM 149
    To be revealed at 12 PM daily
N/A
HONOR MagicWatch 2 46mm (Charcoal Black)
RM 699
N/A
HONOR Magic Earbuds
RM 499
N/A
HONOR MagicBook 14 16GB RAM+512GB SSD
RM 2,999
HONOR Bag, HONOR Bluetooth Mouse and HONOR Magic Earbuds
HONOR 8S
RM 369
N/A
HONOR MagicBook 14 8GB RAM+256GB SSD
RM 2,299
HONOR Bag, HONOR Bluetooth Mouse and HONOR Band 5i
HONOR 8X MAX
RM 829
N/A
HONOR Watch Magic
RM 499
N/A

Hihonor Activities

Hihonor introduces an exciting new game, Flip Card! Registered Hihonor users can enter to win exciting prizes listed below. Users can also review HONOR products and stand a chance to win an HONOR Band 4 Running or HONOR Scale 2.

RM 100 Voucher (on selected HONOR products)
RM 80 Voucher with a minimum spend of RM 600
HONOR 3-in-1 Travel Set
HONOR Microfiber Hand Towel
HONOR Band 4 Running
HONOR Scale 2

Daily Check-In

During the Pay Day Sale period, registered Hihonor users can check-in every day and earn vouchers worth up to RM 100*! For first check-ins, users will automatically receive a RM 100 Voucher for the HONOR 9X and 9X Pro, a RM 80 Voucher for HONOR MagicWatch 2 46mm (Charcoal black) and a Free Shipping Voucher.

How it works?

Login to this page and check-in every day to earn points (1 Day = 5 Points)
Use earned points to claim your voucher at the required stage
Check-in any 3 days to claim RM 30 off
Check-in any 5 days to claim RM 50 off
Check-in any 10 days to claim RM 100 off
Apply your voucher on HONOR product purchases for instant discount

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


Shopee: Consumer Trust In E-Commerce Deepens

2020 has seen a major breakthrough for e-commerce as Malaysians are propelled to go online-first for branded and premium purchases. Seen in their purchasing habits and contrary to the notion that consumer spend has weakened, Shopee noted that demand climbed across all categories on its platform, with the most notable change recorded for brands and retailers in the mid and upper segment.

Swelling trust for bigger, branded purchases online

In addition to regular personal and household items, Shopee has seen growing confidence and comfort in purchasing premium and branded items priced RM3,000 and above on its platform. This shift is reflected in what users are searching for and buying on the platform. In recent months, most popular keywords on Shopee are
iphone
,
laptop
,
washing machine
 and
smart TV
 while bestsellers include Apple MacBook Pro, Bosch Built-in Dishwasher and Delonghi Coffee Machine. These changes are driven by the 100% authenticity guarantee provided by Shopee Mall.

Accelerated digital adoption in rural Malaysia

Digital infrastructure and adoption have always been growing steadily in states like Perlis, Kedah, Sarawak, Sabah and Labuan, but Shopee noted that the use and familiarity with e-commerce accelerated rapidly in the outskirts of these states in 2020. As e-commerce solves the perennial challenge of limited access to consumer goods outside of Klang Valley, Shopee also found that demand for the premium and branded segment multiplied by over 300 times since 2015. Rural buyers are also seen to be getting more comfortable with the entire digital ecosystem as many have converted from using offline payment methods to ShopeePay for their checkouts.

Ian Ho, Regional Managing Director of Shopee
 said, “Demand has accelerated for e-commerce in 2020 and we see a parallel increase in the level of trust and comfort that people have with online shopping. These developments signify new heights for the e-commerce industry. As we work closely with brands and retailers to capture growth, we see many successful campaigns created for our partners. Trusted brands such as Samsung have broken records in 2020, recording up to RM46,000 in a single transaction, among many other achievements.”

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Shopee launches 10.10 Brands Festival for retailers to capture digital opportunities

2020 has also pushed more brick-and-mortar brands and retailers including the likes of Billion, Al-Ikhsan, Eco Shop, Machines, ADIDAS, and Muji to explore a hybrid operating model with e-commerce. Through Shopee’s integrated e-commerce ecosystem such as its strong logistics network, marketing tools, brands and retailers are able to provide consumers a seamless and enjoyable shopping experience. Besides helping them digitalize, Shopee is reinstating its commitment to assist them in scaling and succeeding online with its annual Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival.

Ho added, “We are encouraged by the growing number of local and international brands on our platform; it just goes to show that there is a place in the digital economy for everyone. Shopee as the enabler of e-commerce trade for brands, retailers and traders will continue to provide the support they need to thrive in this recovering yet competitive business environment. Our annual 10.10 Brands Festival will further serve as a springboard for them to bridge and build connections with buyers.”

Taking place from 25 September to 10 October, as the region’s biggest online shopping event for brands, the Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival will surprise users with greater savings. They can enjoy exclusive RM10 deals, free shipping with a minimum spend of RM10 and choose a wide selection of 100% authentic products from favourite brands via the Million Dollar Brands Discounts in-app portal. On 10 October, users get to enjoy RM10 free shipping platform-wide as well as deals with big discounts of up to 70% from 12AM-2AM. Users stand to win prizes, vouchers and Shopee Coins worth up to RM1,000,000 when they play Shopee Games such as Shopee Farm, Shopee Claw, Shopee Poly and more.

Find out more about 10.10 Brands Festival at
https://shopee.com.my/m/1010-festival
.


Taking Smartphone Content Viewing to the Next Level With Mobile View

TVs and mobile devices – while highly capable on their own – shine even brighter when they are brought together. For those used to consuming and sharing content on their phones, being able to watch videos on bigger screens, enjoy music with more vivid sound, and share photos seamlessly are exciting prospects. Particularly in outdoor environments where people come together socially, users can benefit greatly from being able to share their mobile content through the medium of their TVs.

With the ‘Mobile View’ feature available in a range of its latest TV offerings, Samsung Electronics has made all of these use cases possible with just a touch, and without the need for additional connections. As we see the border between mobile and television platforms being removed, Newsroom dived deeper into the ‘Tap View’, ‘Multi View’, ‘Music Wall’, ‘My Album’ and ‘Smart View’

‘Tap View’ – A Mobile Screen as Big as Your TV

In the past, trying to view a smartphone video on a bigger screen at home often required you to navigate a host of complicated settings and additional components. But now, Samsung has introduced the ‘Tap View’ feature, which allows you to enjoy mobile content on a large screen by simply tapping your smartphone on the edge of the TV. With Tap View, you can even enjoy content on a big screen without having to connect to Wi-Fi or data networks. To prevent devices from sustaining damage, you should not tap hard, but rather gently touch the top or side of the TV with your phone.

For those who want not just a bigger screen but also bigger sound, the new ‘Tap Sound’ feature embedded in latest Samsung soundbars is the answer. By lightly tapping your smartphone on the soundbar, you can quickly and conveniently enjoy richer sound quality, making the feature perfect for environments such as outdoor parties with loved ones.

To activate the Tap View and Tap Sound features, launch the SmartThings app on your smartphone and select the menu icon in the top left corner, where you can turn on Tap View and Tap Sound. From there, simply tap your smartphone on either the TV or the soundbar to enter a whole new world of sound.

‘Multi View’ – Powering Multi-Tasking With Two Screens on One TV

According to a Samsung survey, 92% of respondents say they enjoy using other devices while they are watching TV, with most users doing things like consuming other content or browsing social media. Thus, the ‘Multi View’ feature was introduced to allow you to display your smartphone screen on your television, and then divide your TV display into multiple screens so that you can keep using the TV as well. This allows you to view all of your content on one screen, making it easier to divide your attention without missing anything.

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‘Music Wall’ – Ramp up the Excitement of Your Events

What better way to enhance the sensory experience of listening to your favorite music than enjoying it visualized with vivid colors with the ‘Music Wall’ feature. When using Bluetooth to play music from your smartphone on your TV, this feature creates a visual spectrum that mirrors the ambiance of the music on your television screen.

‘My Album’ – Sharing Memories Through Photos

Another feature available when using Mobile View is ‘My Album.’ With 2020 models of Samsung TVs, uploading and displaying photos on your TV has become quicker and easier. Whereas before displaying pictures on your television required you to access the SmartThings app and go through a series of steps, now pictures can be exported directly from the Gallery app. Simply select the pictures you want to see on your TV, press ‘Share’ and select ‘View pictures on TV,’ and watch your photos spring to life on your television before your eyes. For users with multiple TVs, a preferred television for viewing photos can be selected.

In outdoor settings where people gather together and take group pictures, the auto gallery and slide show features make taking and displaying high-quality photos easier too. In cases where individual images have different aspect ratios, these features automatically adjust the photo layouts and play them in a series on your TV. The number of art filters has also been increased from three to a maximum of fifteen, allowing for a wider range of effects to ensure you find the one that best matches your shot.

‘Smart View’ – Connecting Your Smartphone and TV

Another way to display a range of mobile content on your TV is through the use of ‘Smart View’. Samsung mobile devices can be wirelessly connected to Samsung smart TVs or Chromecast devices, allowing users to enjoy photos, videos, presentations, and games on their televisions.

First, swipe down from the top of the smartphone screen twice to open the ‘Quick Setup’ panel. From there, press the Smart View icon to select the device you prefer to connect to and immediately enjoy mobile content on your television.


The HONOR 9S is Coming

Global smartphone brand HONOR has announced that the HONOR 9S will be launching in Malaysia very soon, alongside a collaboration with local yogurt beverage name Tien Tien Yogurt [天天酸奶].The HONOR 9S is the brand’s latest budget-friendly smartphone equipped with Magic UI 3.1 update and high-end features. This announcement comes after HONOR Malaysia recently confirmed the arrival of the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro, allowing users to continue embracing an all-scenario intelligent living.

Built for smartness, the HONOR 9S is powered by a 3,020mAh battery for an all-day battery life, with 32GB of expandable storage and boasts a brilliant 5.45-inch FullView Display in an ultra-light package. The smartphone has a single rear camera for impressive photography with a 5MP selfie camera and 8MP rear camera, ensuring users never miss a moment again.

The long-lasting battery delivers up to 21 hours of call time and up to 17 hours of video playback.

Featuring a 5.45-inch FullView Display with a 1440 x 720-pixel resolution, the HONOR 9S delivers a vivid and immersive viewing experience for gaming and video. The dynamic smartphone runs on Android 10 and comes with the HUAWEI AppGallery, the top three largest app store with more than 400 million active users worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates!

For more details on the HONOR 9S and its collaboration Tien Tien Yogurt, stay tuned to, HONOR’s official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/HonorMY/
 for updates.

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Five Useful Things Your Galaxy Note20 Can Do in the Next Normal Era

In recent times, the way we live our lives and manage our daily routines has changed exponentially. The boundaries between the ways we work and how we play have become blurred, and the already-important role that technology has in our lives has only become more paramount.

The powerful Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra, along with their versatile ecosystem, have been designed to help us achieve more in this
age of the next normal
, and deliver new connected experiences across health, productivity and more. Check out these five Galaxy Note20 features that can keep help optimize your productivity and keep you working efficiently, even when remote.

Work Smarter With the Redefined Samsung Notes

The Galaxy Note20 comes with a redefined Samsung Notes experience that makes note taking, editing and management easier than ever before, giving you more options when looking to optimize your remote working or studying.

Say you are following along with a class online; you can now directly import your PDF lecture materials into Samsung Notes and annotate them freely with your S Pen for a more cohesive learning experience. For those taking notes during a longer class, lecture or presentation, the new Audio Bookmark feature lets users attach and time sync voice recordings to their text. When reviewing back your Notes, just tap on the word you wrote and it will play back the audio time synced to it.

Samsung Notes also provides more options for users getting a head start on the next big work presentation or product design – you can instantly export any handwritten notes into PowerPoint slides, PDF files and Word documents for seamless sharing with the rest of the team.

Expand Your Galaxy Note20 Experience

For those who enjoy being able to work and play seamlessly across different devices, the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra come with several features to provide you with effective mobility and flexibility, whatever the task may be.

The revamped Link to Windows and integrated Your Phone app from Microsoft gives you full access to all your apps and files on your PC through screen mirroring, meaning you can manage any notifications and documents whether you are on your phone or PC. Later on in 2020, users will also be able to enjoy the support of up to six apps simultaneously through Link to Windows, along with a more enhanced multi-window experience so that you can work across your devices as seamlessly as you need to.

If you’re jotting down an important memo or editing a document from your phone with Samsung Notes, you can easily access your most recent edits on your other device – be it a tablet or Windows 10 PC – thanks to the app’s Note Sync capability that lets you pull up your notes and easily pick up where you left off.

Furthermore, using Samsung DeX’s advanced capabilities, users can now wirelessly connect their Galaxy Note20 series device to their Smart TV so as to harness a bigger-screen experience for all their multimedia and entertainment needs. While enjoying your favorite content on your Smart TV, you can easily simultaneously reply to a text or jot something down in Samsung Notes for a dual-screen experience without interruption.

Achieve Your Health Goals on Your Own With Galaxy Watch3

Staying healthy, fit and proactive while working or studying from home is by no means an easy feat, but with Galaxy Watch3, you can stay on track with the smartwatch’s advanced health management and fitness features – a true digital companion.

The Samsung Health app on Galaxy Watch3 provides a range of leading health measurement capabilities, all accessible straight from your wrist or your Galaxy Note20’s screen. Be you relaxing after a long day or taking a break between remote meetings, you can check in with your health or your step count quickly and easily.

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Samsung Health also provides over 120 different home training programs and dedicated tracking features so that you can enjoy personal training right from the comfort of your home, and thanks to the wearable’s direct integration with your Galaxy Note20 device and Samsung account, you can easily control your favorite workout music and more straight from your wrist.

Use Your Galaxy Buds Live as a Microphone

Along with the revolutionary design and comfortable fit that make them perfect for listening to music or taking calls with, even for extended periods of time, Galaxy Buds Live come with advanced sound technologies to help you get the most out of your connected device experience while looking to stay productive.

As Galaxy Buds Live feature a 12mm speaker and Sound by AKG, you can enjoy a clear audio quality – covering both high and low sound spectrums – that means you will never again miss a beat, be you following an online class or just tuning in to your favorite music playlist.

Furthermore, thanks to its three microphones and Voice Pickup Unit that isolates the sound of your voice and reduces background noise, the Galaxy Buds Live offer you utmost clarity when you speak when taking part in a group meeting, lecture or even just catching up with a friend.

Stay Connected to Those Who Matter With a Pro-Grade Camera Experience

For those more creatively-minded looking to share a funny anecdote or occurrence happening as they work from home using their Note20 series device, you can take advantage of the unprecedented creative control of the device’s Pro Video Mode. Pro Video Mode lets you capture cinematic 8K videos with a 21:9 aspect mode so that you can create, stream and share without limitations.

Along with the Note20 and Note20 Ultra’s high-resolution camera and the mic quality of Galaxy Buds Live, the opportunities are endless when you’re looking to share your moments with friends or just to social media. With the Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra, you can stay connected on your terms, even during the shifting and often uncertain era of our next normal.

To know more about the 5 useful things on the Galaxy Note20 series, visit
https://news.samsung.com/my/five-useful-things-your-galaxy-note20-can-do-in-the-next-normal-era
.

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Irresistible Promo

Maximise your work and play with Galaxy Note20 series, and purchase now with attractive offers as listed below!

No

Promotion

Details

1

Trade in to save up to RM3,940

Get up to RM3,940 off Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra by trading in your old device from now to 31 October 2020.

2

Exclusive Gifts worth RM508

Get the Galaxy Note20 series and receive complimentary UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging and Wireless Charger Convertible worth RM508 from now, first come first served basis.

3

Easy Instalment Plan to save up to RM433.25

From now to 25 October 2020, enjoy the flexibility of Samsung’s 0% Easy Instalment Plan (EIP) which can save you up to RM433.25 in total.

4

Free Protection Plus Up to RM387

Purchase the Galaxy Note20 Series from now to 31 October 2020 at Samsung Experience Stores to enjoy 1-year extended protection and 1-time screen protection worth up to RM387.

For more information about the Galaxy Note20’s launch promo, visit:
http://samsung.com/my/offer/note20campaign
.


U Mobile Invites Customers To Fast Forward With 5G At Country’s First Consumer Live Trial

U Mobile, the data-centric and award-winning telco, today launched
Fast Forward with U Mobile 5G
 live trial at Berjaya Times Square, enabling its customers to experience 5G first-hand at the mall where the company’s headquarters is based. Whilst 5G is still yet to be commercially rolled out, U Mobile has provisioned all its SIMs ready for 5G, so that their customers will be able to ‘fast forward’ into the future and get a taste of 5G from today until 31 December 2020.

Wong Heang Tuck, CEO of U Mobile said, “U Mobile is all about unleashing the unlimited potential of our customers. We are constantly innovating and conducting various tests to find new ways to enhance our customers’ experience.
Fast Forward with U Mobile 5G
 is just one such initiative where we are fast forwarding into the future to give our customers a chance to have real-world experience of 5G.”

He adds, “
Fast Forward with U Mobile 5G
 also gives us a chance to gather key learnings so that we may ensure a better roll-out when 5G is commercially launched in Malaysia.”

U Mobile’s technology partner for
Fast Forward with U Mobile 5G
 live trial is ZTE Corporation, the leading global provider of telecommunications, equipment and network solutions. The trial is currently live on 100Mhz block from 3.5Ghz (C-band) spectrum on NSA (Non-Stand Alone) 5G architecture.

For a start, U Mobile customers will be able to experience
Fast Forward with U Mobile
 5G using select smartphones and the telco is continuously working with mobile phone manufacturers so that more 5G capable models will be available to U Mobile customers soon.

Apart from this
Fast Forward with

U Mobile 5G
 live trial for U Mobile customers, over the past 12 months the telco has also conducted several use cases as part of 5G Demonstration Projects in verticals such as healthcare, virtual gaming and virtual tourism. For healthcare, U Mobile demonstrated remote consultation via partnerships with MEDCOM and DoctorOnCall, while the telco partnered with HTC Vive to demonstrate both virtual gaming and virtual tourism.

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Currently, U Mobile has also ventured into use cases for the manufacturing sector by testing solutions for Smart A.I. Facial Recognition and Thermal Recognition at the manufacturing plant of Hotayi Electronic in Batu Kawan, Penang.

Visit
www.u.com.my
 for more info.


Unveiling Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: Fan Favorite Features at an Accessible Price Point

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today revealed the Galaxy S20 Fan Edition (FE), the newest member of the Galaxy S20 series. Galaxy S20 FE is a premium flagship smartphone that includes innovations Galaxy fans told us they love most, made available at an accessible price point with a recommended retail price of RM3,399. COVID-19 disrupted the world as we knew it and technology is now playing an even more crucial role in our lives, and that is why Samsung created Galaxy S20 FE to deliver flagship experiences to reach even more consumers. Samsung took selected features of the Galaxy S20 series; such as the super smooth scrolling display, an AI-powered camera, advanced chipset, hyper-fast connectivity, all day battery, expandable storage, and a streamlined premium design; in order to create the all-new Galaxy S20 FE.

“We are constantly speaking to our fans and taking feedback, and we heard what they loved the most about our Galaxy S20 series, what features they used most often and what they would want to see in a new smartphone,” said Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business for Samsung Electronics. “The S20 FE is an extension of the Galaxy S20 family and is the start of a new way to bring meaningful innovation to even more people to let them do the things they love with the best of Galaxy.”

Express Your Best Self

These days, taking pictures or videos and sharing them is the best way to express yourself. That’s why the Galaxy S20 FE brings a pro-grade camera along with the 32MP selfie Camera including tetra-binning technology that lets you instantly capture a post-worthy picture.

With Galaxy S20 FE’s large image sensors including multi-frame processing, you can take richer, more vibrant images — even in low light — so you can simply snap and go. Night mode multi-frame processing with AI frame integration stabilizes motion in-shot while you record, so you can focus on having fun.

And while you may not always be physically close to the action, the Galaxy S20 FE’s powerful 30X Space Zoom lets you get close enough to capture the shot. Editing and sharing photos and video is important to fans, so the Galaxy S20 FE makes it easy to create and curate stunning photos and videos in real-time like a pro.

To reflect your personal style, the Galaxy S20 FE comes in a selection of six vibrant colors to suit every attitude, look and personality with signature design elements pulled from sleek and slim Galaxy S20 family. Colors include Cloud Red, Cloud Orange, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud Navy and Cloud White. It also features a premium textured haze effect that minimizes fingerprints and smudges.

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Do What You Love

When your phone is at the center of your life, everything from the design to performance should be a great experience. Samsung equipped the Galaxy S20 FE with an advanced processor and 5G connectivity to enable a seamless experience. The Galaxy S20 FE is the perfect device for fluid scrolling or watching a video, thanks to its 6.5-inch Infinity-O Super AMOLED screen with a super smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

With 5G connectivity and access to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, you can enjoy an advanced mobile gaming experience.

The Galaxy S20 FE instantly connects to the Galaxy ecosystem of products, such as Galaxy Buds Live and Galaxy Fit2.

Everything You Want, Worry-Free

Samsung equipped the Galaxy S20 FE with a battery capable of lasting throughout the day. The Galaxy S20 FE’s robust 4,500mAH battery, powerful AP performance and Super Fast charging ensures you can keep doing what you love, without a worry about battery life.

And since life can be unpredictable, the Galaxy S20 FE is water and dust resistant IP68 rated.

Technology is always evolving, so Galaxy users get three generations of Android operating system (OS) upgrades that keep the Galaxy S20 FE updated with the latest security protection and features Samsung has to offer.

Galaxy S20 FE 5G Availability & Pre-Order

Offered at a recommended retail price at RM3,399, the Galaxy S20 FE 5G will be available for pre-orders beginning from 24
th
 September 2020, 10:00AM until 8
th
 October 2020 (or while stocks last). Customers who pre-order a Galaxy S20 FE 5G will be eligible for exclusive gifts worth a total of RM586, which include:

UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging worth RM 299

One-Time Screen Crack Protection worth RM 168

Clear Standing Cover worth RM 119

Pre-order is available at Samsung Experience Stores, Samsung Authorised Partners and Samsung Malaysia E-store. Pre-order your Galaxy S20 FE 5G via the link:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s20/buy
 (Pre-order page will go live at 10 AM, 24
th
 September 2020, MY time).

For more information about Galaxy S20 FE 5G, visit
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s20/galaxy-s20-fe/
.


5 Best Ways You Can Keep Your Data Safe and Secured

Being in today’s digital world, many of us have a presence online. Social media is extremely popular and almost 80% of the world’s population are connected in the cyberworld. Working life has been shifted from offline to online especially in 2020, all due to the current global Covid-19 pandemic.

I for one have worked from home during the recent lockdown and it was a tough period for many of us Malaysians. Keeping my work files safe is one of my main priorities. I have to work from home, and even at this moment, I still need to keep every single one of my work files in a safe environment.

I have had experiences before this where my home PC decided to die on me. I have lost thousands of data and pictures before this. I used to be a photographer. So having a backup for all my photos is extremely crucial. So I have been wondering where and how can I keep all my data safe and secure.

With this, I have come up with 5 best ways to keep your data safe and secured while dealing with the current times.

Have a secondary internal/external disk as backup

This method has been used many times. But with the current technology, data can be stored safely and securely with encryption. Hard disk manufacturers have managed to create secured storage for consumers so that you can store your precious files without having to worry about prying eyes.

Best of all, the encrypted drives are guaranteed to last you a very long time, thanks to it being an SSD drive instead of the traditional HDD drives. SDD have no moving parts. Therefore, manufacturers are confident enough to give a 5 year warranty and guaranteed to last you for more than 10 years of use. It is also highly durable and light. I use this method of backup all the time to keep my data safe and secured.

Create a clone disk

Saving files on a hard disk is fine when you’re just backing up data. But what if your old hard disk simply gives up? You can’t turn on your PC, you can’t do anything.

Creating a clone of your hard drive is one of the best ways to keep your data intact. A cloned drive is an exact replica — no compression — of the original drive that can be used to boot a PC. For example, if you clone your internal hard drive to a USB external drive, you can plug it in, choose to boot from USB through BIOS, and run Windows from the external drive. It’s that simple. But the process of cloning your hard disk will take a long time and bore you out. But it is worth it. You can Google up on how to clone a HDD.

Build a NAS system

This has got to be the most expensive method of all. But most servers are using this and it is the best way to store and save your data. It is expensive because you have to invest in a network server to store all your data. You may have to spend hundreds, if not thousands more for this.

Here’s why: Network Attached Storage (NAS) is a group of drives (you can also find single-drive NAS) that is connected via a network. Any users on the network can technically access the NAS, and for this reason, they are perfect for backing up multiple computers at once.

Depending on the NAS you go with, say a RAID 5 setup, you can create a system that will retain your backed-up files even in the event of a drive failure in your PC and in the NAS. Going with this method is sort of like creating your own cloud storage in your home.

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Using a thumb drive

Wait what? If you think a thumb drive is only for transferring data from your PC to your friend’s laptop, think again. A thumb drive, preferably a minimum of 64GB, is very useful when it comes to backing up your important files. Thumb drives are very durable and some of them are even water/weather proofed. If you’re storing basic word documents, few Photoshop files and even a few hundreds of photos, a single thumb drive will still be able to hold it all.

So a thumb drive is also the best device for you to keep your files safe quickly. But a thumb drive is small. So you will tend to lose it if you’re not careful. I know because I have lost a few. Still, don’t leave this one out if you want a quick backup.

Sync with Google Drive

Since we are living in the new digital era, why not make full use of it? Cloud storage is becoming a norm for many large corporations and SMEs alike. Even me as a freelancer is partly dependent on cloud services. We all have Google accounts. When we register with Google, we have already automatically signed up with their cloud services. Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Photos…everything is in the cloud. All my files in my laptop are synced with Google Drive directly. This provides a total peace of mind for me.

But what if you need something extra than just their basic free services? That’s when G Suite plays a role. With G Suite, you can use your own domain for the email address and increase your online storage so that you can sync all your important data safely.

G Suite is a set of cloud computing, productivity and collaboration tools, software and products developed by Google. G Suite comprises of Gmail, Hangouts, Calendar, and Meet for team communication; Drive for storage; Docs, Sheets, Slides, Keep, Forms, and Sites for productivity and collaboration. More services have been added during the recent times making it more suitable for smaller businesses to adopt their cloud services.

We know that these services are free to use for basic consumers, but G Suite adds enterprise features such as custom email addresses at a domain (@yourcompany.com), option for unlimited cloud storage (depending on the plan and number of members), additional administrative tools and advanced settings, as well as 24/7 phone and email support.

While this may sound expensive on your part, it is actually quite affordable when you sign up to G Suite with the local
Malaysian G Suite provider
 or from the
Singaporean G Suite provider
. These reseller services are provided by a company called TS Cloud. TS Cloud will also charge the fee using local currencies for the quotes and invoices which also benefits the withholding tax exemptions.

Also, TS Cloud is a Google Premier Partner in Malaysia so the reliability and affordability is within reach. Having said that, TS Cloud is also a Google Premier Partner in Singapore as well. So now you can have the best affordable solution from both countries.

I have been using G Suite for quite a while now because a few companies that I was attached to are using the service. All I can say is that it’s simple, familiar and cheap. Highly recommended if you’re looking into a single reliable cloud platform that does it all. That is one way that I can keep my data safe and secured

Check out the TS Cloud websites below for more info:

Malaysia
 –
https://tscloud.com.my/gsuite

Singapore
 –
https://tscloud.com.sg/gsuite