Galaxy Note Fan Edition Is Arriving in Malaysia

Samsung Malaysia Electronics is proud to unveil the Galaxy Note Fan Edition, designed to deliver all key Galaxy Note features so loyal Note users can strike the perfect balance of work and play. The Galaxy Note Fan Edition, made especially for the dedicated Note community, is a new device that has been engineered with unused components from the Galaxy Note7.

“The Galaxy Note Fan Edition is Samsung’s way of showing its commitment to Note fans. We work very closely with dedicated specialists to reuse and recycle unused components from the Note7 to form the Galaxy Note Fan Edition. This is also our way of lessening the carbon footprint for our future generation. We would like to say thank you to our loyal Note fans for continuously supporting us through thick and thin. The Galaxy Note Fan Edition is for you”, said Mr KM Liew, Head of IT and Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The Galaxy Note Fan Edition, sporting an affordable price tag, is an entirely new device that inherits the design and innovative functions and offers the same productivity and entertainment features of the Note7. This includes an enhanced S Pen that boasts a pen tip of 0.7mm, mimicking a real pen to offer users a smoother writing experience. The S Pen is also useful in translating foreign languages online, and a hover-over function to translate words directly into the desired language.

Galaxy Note Fan Edition users can unlock their smartphone using biometric authentication technologies such as iris and fingerprint recognition, allowing for a more secure login. In addition to that, the Galaxy Note Fan Edition comes equipped with ‘Bixby Home’ and ‘Bixby Reminder’ to assist users in daily tasks and elevate the smartphone experience. With an IP68 rating, the Note Fan Edition’s body and S Pen are dust and water resistant to a maximum depth of 5 feet for up to 30 minutes.

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Compared with the Note7, the Galaxy Note Fan Edition has an upgraded processor which makes it capable in handling heavier computational lifting; and a new and safe 3,200mAh battery which is compliant with Samsung’s 8 point safety check. The device has also met the safety standards of the relevant industry and regulatory bodies and has been reviewed by leading independent quality assurance experts to give Note users the extra peace of mind.

Julian Thean, Head of Product Marketing, IT and Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia Electronics with the Galaxy Note Fan Edition (left) and Galaxy Note8 (right).

The key aesthetic features that set the Galaxy Note Fan Edition apart are its symmetrical edge design and its ‘Fan Edition’ logo on the back.

Samsung Galaxy Note Fan Edition will be available from 25 October 2017 onwards at all Samsung Experience Stores, authorised dealers and selected channel partners, retailing at the price of RM2,599.00 inclusive of GST. The Galaxy Note Fan Edition is available in 2 colours including Coral Blue and Black Onyx.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-note-fe/


Giving Light and Love Through Samsung Love & Care

Samsung remains committed in helping the people of Kampung Ulu Tual by revamping infrastructures, improving locals’ health and providing education for all.

It all began in 2015 when Samsung Malaysia Electronics first set foot in Kampung Ulu Tual in Kuala Lipis, located in the eastern state of Pahang, for its community outreach initiative. Kampung Ulu Tual, a 3-hour drive from Malaysia’s bustling capital, is a village adopted by Samsung under its corporate citizenship banner. Samsung volunteers were reminded of the true meaning of friendship and teamwork after spending some time with the locals working to improve the infrastructure of the village, teaching them the learning tools of Samsung tablets, and immersing themselves in the village culture.

At that time, the initiative was known as the Nanum Village effort under the brand’s Hope for Tomorrow community building campaign. ‘Nanum’ means sharing in the Korean language and this fits perfectly with Samsung’s unwavering commitment to continue sharing meaningful innovations to sustain social development and support underserved communities all over the globe.

Fun English learning with Samsung tablets.

The first local mission took place two years ago where the indigenous community of Kampung Ulu Tual greeted all 56 Samsung volunteers with generous hospitality, warm smiles and captivating traditional performances. Their faces were beaming with excitement and villagers ‘crowned’ some volunteers with beautiful headgears decorated with colourful flowers and made of palm tree leaves as welcome gifts. Prior to this, the village had no access to a proper source of electricity since it is located in a secluded area. Samsung looked beyond the usual food and household supplies donation and decided to install solar panels to improve their electricity supply and Samsung refrigerators at their Pusat Didikan Komuniti (PDK) for the villagers so they can enjoy the facilities like a common household would. Samsung volunteers also helped the locals to repair their huts, ensuring that the villagers have decent everyday shelters from the rain or sun.

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Kampung Ulu Tual’s Community Learning Center or Pusat Didikan Komuniti (PDK) has two full-time teachers stationed there to provide education to the children, and the hall would sometimes be used for other community-related activities. The presence of good electricity supply in the village paved way for the children to learn in a much more fun and engaging way. Samsung donated Smart TV, Galaxy Tab pre-loaded with fun educational contents and books for the children to turn the dream of education into reality. Samsung volunteers eagerly tutored the children on how to use the tablets and the pre-loaded apps during educational activities. A signage for the PDK was also raised as part of its community service.

Each Orang Asli families received food supplies and body care products from Samsung.

The memories made in 2015 were so heartening that Samsung returned to improve the village and doubled their investment for the same mission the following year. Samsung volunteers participated and worked closely with the locals to improve the village by installing additional solar panels and lights, therefore improving the village’s electricity supply. To ensure that the villagers continue to have access to decent basic living necessities, Samsung donated food, homecare, sports and educational supplies. In addition to that, Samsung targets to prepare young villagers for their future academic achievements by teaching them the English language, therefore giving them the opportunity to master an additional language before they embark on the next step of their educational journey.

Samsung is set to return to Kampung Ulu Tual once more under the Samsung Love & Care Programme, a re-brand of Samsung Nanum Village initiative, to bring more improvements to its growing community. Samsung hopes that the Samsung Love & Care Programme will be a source of inspiration for more corporations to step up and help those communities in need and improve livelihoods to create a brighter and more sustainable future.


Samsung Boost Efforts To Improve Customer Service Nationwide

Customers are the biggest assets of every business and Samsung Malaysia Electronics has been upgrading its Smart Service programme in an effort to continuously ensure customer satisfaction throughout their ownership of Samsung devices and appliances. To meet the ever growing base of customers and their needs, Samsung has expanded its best in class service network online and in-shop across the country to provide greater convenience to customers.

“We believe that customers satisfaction plays a vital role, not just in retaining our loyal customers but also in attracting new ones through postitive word of mouth referrals and strong customer service portfolios. We are constantly finding ways to upgrade and tailor our after sale services by understanding our local customers’ needs and wants. As the leader in the technology industry, we strive to offer excellence in customer service which will ultimately drive brand affinity among our customers,” said Elaine Soh, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Customers can visit the Samsung Service Centre to connect with skilled technicians to ensure speedy and efficient solutions.

Putting customers at the center of its business, Samsung has designed a range of customer service that are based on the experience and feedback from customers over the years. This service network comprise of the brand’s multichannels approach such as its service centres, 24/7 careline, Live Chat, mySamsung application and Smart Care Packages – offering personalised support to cater to customers with different needs.

Samsung continues to serve its loyal customers nationwide by overcoming geographical barriers. To date, there are a total of 29 walk in service centres across Malaysia including six in East Malaysia. Whether customers need help with their Samsung devices or simply get more out of their digital appliances, Samsung Smart Service will connect them with Samsung skilled technicians located at every service centres to ensure customers receive speedy and efficient solutions.

For customers who are unable to visit Service Centres, the Samsung Experience Store also serves as a one-stop-solution hub where customers can simply drop off their devices for repair and arrange for them to be transported to the repair service centres and collected later at the same location.

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Samsung Experience Store also serves as a one-stop-solution hub where customers can simply drop off their devices for repair.

Customers still value the human touch. Building on to its familiar 1-800-88-9999 careline number for all enquiries, Samsung Malaysia has introduced a special hotline 1800-22-8899 dedicated specifically for enquiries on Samsung devices and Samsung Pay. As a digital alternative to phone calls, Samsung has also introduced a Live Chat platform designed to provide easy solutions in real-time through simple text messages with customer service representatives.

Samsung’s 24/7 worry-free online customer service also comes in the form of the brand’s mySamsung application, introduced in 2016 to provide smartphone users a comprehensive and exclusive customer care services. It is designed to help users easily set up, manage and optimise their Samsung products. As a way to say “Thank You”, this one-stop portal also brings in amazing rewards and delightful treats curated specially for loyal customers.

Samsung additionally supports its services by offering customers Samsung Smart Care packages. Introducing Samsung Protection Plus (comprising of Samsung Smart Warranty and Samsung Screen Protection), this plan* extends for an additional of 1-year warranty from standard warranty period and covers one incident of crack screen as a result of accidental damage within standard warranty.

Visit selected Samsung Service Centres for a Gear VR 4D Experience.

“We live in a fast paced environment where we constantly require quick solutions to our everyday problems. At Samsung, we understand the need for swift solutions to all our devices and appliances, hence we are constantly improving our online supports and articificial intelligence infrastructures to give customers the best experience with our online customer services, ” Elaine added.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.samsung.com/my/support/

*
Subject to terms and conditions.


Samsung Pay Now Offers Even More Rewarding Digital Wallet Experience

Since its official February 2017 introduction in Malaysia, Samsung Pay is fast becoming the preferred payment method among tech enthusiasts and avid shoppers. As part of the brand’s continued effort to refresh its service and reward consumers for their support and keen interest, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is pleased to introduce Samsung Rewards, a first of a kind rewards programme for its mobile payment platform, Samsung Pay.

“We are always looking for ways to offer Samsung customers more value, to enhance their experience with Samsung products and services, and, ultimately, make their day-to-day lives a little more convenient. Samsung Pay helps people slim down their physical wallets, and Samsung Rewards helps to keep their digital wallets full. We want to build on the success of Samsung Pay by giving new users even more reasons to try it out – not to mention, thank our existing customers for using a service they already love,” said KM Liew, Head of IT and Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Samsung Rewards works just like a points-based credit card rewards programme. Every time the user makes a purchase with Samsung Pay, he/she earns reward points. Samsung Rewards also allows users to “double dip” on rewards points – that is, with every credit card purchase made via Samsung Pay, users may be able to earn points, miles or cash back from their card’s issuer, as well as points toward Samsung Rewards.

Samsung Rewards has loyalty tiers (Gold, Silver and Bronze) with point multipliers enabling users to earn double or quadruple points, depending on how often a user use the service each month. Users can level up across the tiers after meeting a target number of transactions; and with each level up achieved in Samsung Rewards, users get to earn more points per transaction, reaping additional rewards in return.

Additionally, users can collect more points through limited-time bonus offers. Samsung Rewards will partner with retailers and small businesses to give users seasonal opportunities to earn additional points. However, to start earning these points, all the user has to do is activate and update Samsung Pay to the latest version on his/her device, upon which 450 welcome points will be automatically credited into the user’s account. This applies for a limited time only.

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Local merchants currently participating in the Samsung Rewards programme are Juice Works, dal.komm Coffee, GSC, Kenny Rogers Roasters, Lazada, and Dominos, so users can expect fantastic deals from these brands. With enough points, users can also redeem a Wireless Charger Stand, Battery Pack and the Gear S3 Frontier from Samsung. Samsung Pay in Malaysia supports MasterCard and VISA credit cards issued by CIMB, Citibank, Maybank, Standard Chartered and RHB Bank, along with a growing number of loyalty cards.

For more information regarding Samsung Rewards, visit
http://www.samsung.com/my/samsungpay/
.


Vivo Announces Global Expansion Plan Into More Markets

Entering new markets with comprehensive product lines to empower self-expression in more young people globally.

Vivo, a young leading global smartphone brand, today celebrated its first entry into Hong Kong with the launch of its latest smartphone, X20 from the X series. As part of its expansion into more markets, the company will soon bring their products to Taiwan, Singapore and Russia, as their first foray into the European market, followed by a push into the African market in early next year.

Chinese smartphone brands have seen sharp growth in the last year and, according to Counterpoint, now holding a record 48% of global smartphone market share as they continue to grow beyond mainland China. Building on the success of the wildly popular V7+ in India, Thailand, the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Cambodia and Bangladesh, Vivo is expanding its reach and offerings as it continues to inspire confidence and self-expression in more young people around the world with high-quality products and advanced technology.

“Since our first entry into the international markets in 2014, we have been dedicated to understanding the needs of consumers through an in-depth research to bring innovative and stylish products that meet their lifestyle and needs,” said Alex Feng, Senior Vice President of Vivo. “We are thrilled to enter Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Russia and Africa in the coming months. By bringing consumers our innovative and quality products designed with them in mind, we hope to inspire young people around the world to stay true to their individuality and embrace self-confidence.”

The announcement follows Vivo’s recent launch of flagship V7+, the ultimate selfie shooter with industry-leading 24MP front camera and FullView™ display, in most Asian countries. The V7+ is a selfie-centric smartphone which represents Vivo’s mission of empowering self-expression of the next generation. It features advanced technologies not only to the cameras but to all aspects, from photo shooting to display, helping the media-savvy consumers to capture and enjoy their meaningful memories.

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According to Gartner’s latest research, Vivo ranked 5th in global smartphone sales in 2Q 2017 in terms of volume with 6.6% market share.

To learn more about Vivo, visit:
http://www.vivo.com/en/products

About Vivo

Vivo, a young leading global smartphone brand founded in 2009, develops dynamic and stylish smartphone products with innovative camera capabilities and high-quality audio for our confident and expressive consumers, enabling them to grasp all of life’s beautiful moments, expressing themselves and sharing joy with others. Vivo is dedicated to the pursuit of perfection and continuously creating surprises for users through constant innovation. We were the first brand to launch a smartphone with a dedicated Hi-Fi chip, delivering premium audio experience for consumers. As the official sponsor of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle and will continue to pursue meaningful partnerships with key brands and partners ranging from lifestyle, to sports and more, with the purpose of bringing unique experiences that are exclusive to Vivo users.

Vivo is ranked 5th on the IDG list of “2016-2017 Leading Global Smartphone Brands”.

More information about our innovative smartphones can be found at
www.vivo.com/en


Best Theme Parks in Malaysia Every Kid and Kid at Heart Will Enjoy

Want to release some of the accumulated stress or looking for a place to have fun? We’ve listed down the best theme parks in Malaysia that every kid (or kid at heart) will enjoy.

1. Legoland Water Park

Being one of the newer water theme parks in Malaysia, this is definitely a good place to have a great splash with your family and friends. With over 20 rides and 70 Lego models, make sure you put on the sunblock because you’ll definitely be spending the entire day at this park.

Price: RM101 for children, RM122 for adult.

Location: 7, Jalan Legoland, 79100 Nusajaya, Johor Malaysia.

Operating hours: Varies depending on the date, please check
here
.

Contact number: 07-5978888

You can get
30% off
 admission with Maybank credit cards!

2. Lost World Of Tambun

Operated by the same company that owned Sunway Lagoon (biggest water theme park in Kuala Lumpur), Lost World of Tambun is another great place to get away from the scorchy heat at a reasonable price. From park rides, petting zoo to eco-adventure thrills, you can even experience it at night time with performances and attractions. Wind down after a day of fun in the sun at the hot springs and spa at night is a great idea too!

Get 35% off on Lost World Of Tambun Theme Park admission tickets (for Malaysians only) if you have a
Maybank
 credit card!

Price: From RM30. Full list of ticket fees
here
.

Location: No.1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1, Sunway City Ipoh, 31150 Ipoh, Perak

Operating hours: Mon – Fri 11:00am until 6:00pm, Weekends, school and public holidays, 10:00am – 6:00pm. Closed on Tuesdays, except on school and public holidays.

Contact number: 05-542 8888

3. Skytrex Adventure Park

If you are into physical pleasure, get ready to go through obstacle courses that will keep both kids and adults screaming with excitement at Skytrex Adventure Park.

Price: From RM35 for kids and RM45 for adults

Location: Taman Botani Shah Alam, Jalan Liku 8/1, Seksyen 8, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor

Operating hours: 8:30 am – 5:00pm

Contact number: 013 – 2769841

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4. Jumpstreet

This is the largest indoor trampoline park. Both kids and adults will have plenty of options to jump to and fro, from the Slam Dunk, The Foam Pit, The Main Court and more. Another great option to sweat your body out!

If you’re up for more than jumping around, gather a bunch of your friends and play a round or two of trampoline Dodgeball!

Price: From RM22 onwards

Location: No 8A, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Operating hours: Sunday – Thursday 10:00am – 9:00pm, Friday – Saturday 10:00am – 10:00pm.

Contact number: 03- 79691051

5. District 21

Have you been to the huge mall recently opened in Putrajaya? If you haven’t, this is a good opportunity to visit and check out District 21. There are 10 attractions in this indoor theme park to keep you and your family occupied the whole day, and you can start off with something mild like the Tubby Ride or the Go Pedal. For those of you with children, the Low Ropes attraction is especially designed to keep kids entertained.

Price: From RM58

Location: AT 6, Level 1, IOI City Mall, Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort City.

Operating hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm, closed every Monday.

Contact number: 03- 83288888

Now that you know where to have fun, remember to be safe and have a blast!

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Creative Technology is Back in Malaysia with Latest Products

Those who were into PC building and a hardcore computer modder back in early 2000 would remember the Creative Labs brand name. And now they are back with their latest sound products.

Creative Technology, well known for its Sound Blaster® brand and award-winning audio products is announcing that it will be back in Malaysia after a long hiatus with a full-range of exciting new audio products. The range of Creative products is set to grow over the next few years, so Malaysian fans can expect more.

The initial range includes the Sound BlasterX Katana multi-channel gaming sound bar, Outlier™ Sports wireless in-ear headphones, MUVO 2c splashproof Bluetooth® speaker and NUNO Micro Bluetooth® speaker. Fans of great audio will be able to pick-up Creative’s offerings at ALL IT Hypermarket at KLCC and IOI City Mall, Asashi Technology Sdn Bhd, and IT STUFF Plaza Hartamas. Those outside of KL will also be able to shop online at the CVG ONLINE STORE on Lazada and Shopee.

These products are feature-rich and deliver top-notch audio that is synonymous with the Creative brand worldwide.

Sound BlasterX Katana – Multi-channel gaming sound bar with immersive Hi-Res audio and beautiful LED lights

Made for gamers who want the best sound experience for their games and movies, the Sound BlasterX Katana is a powerful 2.1-channel sound bar that features a powerful 24-bit high-resolution audio processor. It is also a certified Dolby Digital decoder, providing incredibly realistic virtual 5.1 surround sound. Designed with the philosophy of a Katana sword, the Sound BlasterX Katana’s chassis is exquisitely crafted and reinforced with a sturdy, brushed aluminium panel, it also features a super slim profile of less than 2.5-inches that can easily fit below monitors on a desktop or below TVs in a living room.

The Katana sound system boasts a sophisticated 5-driver design comprising of two up-firing 2.5” midbass drivers and two 1.3” high-excursion tweeters, coupled with a 5.25” long-throw driver in its subwoofer. The Katana also utilizes a game-changing tri-amplified design that is able to output a total power of 75W RMS for dedicated amplification of high, mid, and low frequencies – ensuring room-filling audio that is uncompromisingly clear, immersive and well-balanced.

The Katana isn’t just a speaker for the TV or PC, it also doubles up as a sound card that supports virtual 7.1 channel audio input signals via a USB connection from a PC to deliver realistic gaming effects and audio cues. The Katana also supports multiple inputs such as optical input, Bluetooth 4.2, USB audio playback and Mic-In. On top of that, gamers will also get to enjoy the Katana’s Aurora Reactive Lighting System. The sound bar’s base is lined with 49 programmable LED lights from edge to edge, and is fully customizable with 16.8 million colours to elevate any gaming and movie experience.

Creative Outlier Sports – Ultra-light wireless sweatproof in-ear headphones

The Creative Outlier Sports wireless in-ear headphones take workouts to the next level, be it running, hiking or hitting the gym. The Outlier Sports is IPX4 sweatproof with a behind-the-neck design for active sports. It features AuraSeal® silicone ear tips that ensure the headphones never slip off the ears while sealing outside noise and moisture, delivering outstanding deep bass impact, crystal clear highs and balanced audio performance.

Outlier Sports supports high definition Bluetooth audio with aptX™ for quality audio streaming, the invisible microphone with ClearSpeech Engine ensures callers can hear users’ voice clearly even in noisy environments. With up to 11 hours of audio playback on a single charge, workouts can last a long time without any interruptions due to a flat battery.

The Creative Outlier Sports is available in striking colours of Neon Green, Fiery Orange and Midnight Blue.

Creative iRoar Go – Intelligent splashproof portable Bluetooth speaker with SuperWide™ technology

Featuring the world’s smallest and lightest 5-driver speaker system that delivers a groundbreaking audio experience with SuperWide technology, the Creative iRoar Go boasts intelligent processing that allows users to perceive left and right audio sources accurately. The speaker comes built-in with a whopping 5200mAh battery that provides 12 hours of playtime and even charges phones and tablets with its USB 1.0A output.

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The iRoar Go is also IPX6 certified water resistant, which means you can take it for camping or to the poolside without worrying about it getting exposed to rain or splashed by water. The iRoar Go also features an Advanced Recorder that records everything heard onto a microSD card. Highly versatile, users can also pair the speaker with an optional iRoar Mic and use it as a wireless personal PA system. It supports playback of lossless FLAC and WAV music files via a microSD card or USB flash drive as well as HD Bluetooth audio. Another interesting feature is that iRoar Go allows users to pair up up to 2 Bluetooth devices via easy-aim NFC.

Furthermore, the iRoar Go also doubles up as a PC and Mac external sound card with the built-in lossless USB DAC. With the free Sound Blaster Connect PC/Mac software, users can enjoy full digital audio connection and a personalized listening experience. Lastly, Android and iOS devices can also remotely control the iRoar Go with the Sound Blaster Connect app.

Creative MUVO 2c – Palm-sized water-resistant Bluetooth speakers with built-in MP3 player

Designed to be a colourful, powerful, splashproof speaker, the compact Creative MUVO 2c is the ideal companion when it comes to listening to music out loud by the poolside or even in the shower – the MUVO 2c is IP66 rated dust and splashproof. Built for great audio, the MUVO 2c features an in-house tuned full-range driver and an oversized passive woofer that delivers an impressive bass response, and supports up to 6 hours of playtime. Users can even connect two MUVO 2c speakers wirelessly to amplify their audio experience with its Wireless Link Technology.

Amazingly feature-rich, users will be able to answer phone calls with the built-in microphone, play thousands of songs with a microSD card, and use the MUVO 2c as a USB speaker for their computers. Users can also control the MUVO 2c using the Sound Blaster Connect app on their Android or iOS device.

The Creative MUVO 2c is available in Black, Blue, Red and Green.

Creative NUNO micro – Designer portable fabric Bluetooth speakers

Derived from
nuno
, a Japanese word for woven cloth, the Creative NUNO Micro is easily distinguishable by its signature rustic minimalist look in a cube form factor. Embodying the timeless appeal of simple, well made, handcrafted pieces of art, the NUNO Micro oozes a style that looks simply amazing whether in an office, at home, or at the park, yet delivers loud audio that belie its size.

The NUNO Micro easily fits into the palm and weighs merely 180g. It features Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming and comes with a built-in microphone, which can be used as a speakerphone for phone calls. Users can also play tunes from audio devices with the aux-in port. The NUNO Micro supports up to 4 hours of playback and can be easily charged with a Micro USB cable.

The NUNO Micro is available in two colours – Black and Heather Gray.

Pricing and Availability

Creative audio products are distributed by Convergent Distribution (M) Sdn Bhd, and can be purchased from ALL IT Hypermarket at KLCC and IOI City Mall, Asashi Technology Sdn Bhd, IT STUFF Plaza Hartamas, as well as the CVG ONLINE STORE on Lazada and Shopee. These are the recommended retail prices (RRP) inclusive of GST:

 Creative Sound BlasterX Katana RM1,299

Creative Outlier Sports RM299

Creative iRoar Go RM849

Creative MUVO 2c RM199

Creative NUNO micro RM99

For more information about Creative products, visit
https://asia.creative.com
 or follow Creative Malaysia’s Official Facebook page at
https://fb.com/CreativeMalaysia


Samsung Launches Star Wars Limited Edition POWERbot Robot Vacuum

Limited edition VR7000 boasts all the innovative technology of Samsung’s robot vacuum POWERbot™ with new features and a look designed to appeal to Star Wars fans around the world.

Samsung Malaysia Electronics today introduced a new Star Wars limited edition of the widely acclaimed POWERbot™ robot vacuum cleaner, the VR7000. The result of a collaboration between Samsung and Star Wars fans, the innovative and powerful vacuum with iconic Darth Vader design is intended to captivate fans in anticipation of the December release of “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” the final film in the Disney and Lucas Films saga.

The Darth Vader version of the POWERbot™ features a specially created cover using custom premium materials that resembles Darth Vader’s all-black mask. The Darth Vader model comes with Wi-Fi connectivity and its own remote control. The model also offers fun and unique sound effects of the Star Wars character. For example, when powering on the Darth Vader unit, the vacuum will play and mimic the character’s infamous breathing.

To create this special edition that is authentic and true in the eyes of Star Wars fans, Samsung worked very closely with super fans at every step, from product planning to design, production, marketing, and distribution. It was a first-of-its-kind approach to building and launching a product designed by the fans and built for the fans.

“We are very pleased to be part of the excitement leading up to the release of the Last Jedi and to be launching our limited edition POWERbot™ in partnership with Star Wars fans. From its industry-leading suction power, slim design, and smart features, to the wonderful character-themed voice feedback and sound effects, we are confident the Star Wars limited edition of the VR7000 will be a big hit,” said Jimmy Tan, Head of Consumer Electronics, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The VR7000 Star Wars limited edition promises all of the powerful cleaning technology and features of the original VR7000, such as suction power capacity of 10 watts, CycloneForce technology, and Edge Clean Master, which helps the unit clean close to walls and edges. It can even work autonomously, using Visionary Mapping™ Plus to memorise the room layout and find the fastest cleaning routes around the user’s home. FullView Sensor™ 2.0 allows the unit to clean around home decorations and valuable personal items as small as 10mm. With its unique smart features and powerful performance, the VR7000 was awarded the 2017 CES Innovation Award.

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Pre-order will commence
6th to 8th November 2017
 at Malaysia online shopping sites (
www.lazada.com.my
 and
www.harveynorman.com.my
). Upon successful pre-order collection, customers will receive a complimentary Star Wars R2-D2 collectible worth RM479.90! Additionally, customers who purchase through the MySamsung app will receive an exclusive gift during the pre-order period.

Official purchase starts from
16 November 2017
 onwards at Harvey Norman stores only, retailing at the price of RM2,999 inclusive of GST, while stocks last. To know more about the pre-order and official purchase, please contact Samsung’s 24 hour Careline at 1-800-88-9999.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.samsung.com/my/vacuum-cleaners/powerbot-star-wars-darth-vader-robot-vacuum-


Samsung Introduces The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018)

Samsung Malaysia Electronics announced the latest additions to the Galaxy A series: the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018).

The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) feature a Dual Front Camera, a large Infinity Display and stunning ergonomic design that draws on Samsung’s flagship design heritage and experience. With additional everyday features, the new Galaxy A series is more stylish, practical and convenient than ever before.

“With the release of the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018), we’re bringing our customers’ favourite features from our flagship smartphones, such as the Infinity Display and our first Dual Front Camera with Live Focus, to our Galaxy A series, which is already known for its premium design”, said Mr KM Liew, Head of IT & Mobile Business, Samsung Malaysia Electronics. “The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) exemplify our continued dedication to meeting the needs of our consumers by providing them with greater choice and convenience.”

Snap bright, clear selfies with the 16MP F1.7 rear camera and 16MP+8MP F1.9 Dual Front Camera, no matter where you are or what you’re doing. The Dual Front Camera is made up of two separate cameras so you can switch between the two to take the type of selfie you want – from close-ups with the background to portrait shots with a clear and crisp background. And with the advanced Live Focus feature, you can easily adjust the bokeh effect before or after you take the picture to create high-quality images.

From day to night, the advanced camera makes sure you capture sharp images, even in low-light conditions. The new devices also allow you to customize your photos with fun options, from adding stickers to your selfie or highlighting a culinary extravaganza with Food Mode.

Specifications for the Galaxy A8 and A8+

Shaky video footage will be a thing of the past with video digital image stabilisation (VDis) technology, and with an added hyperlapse feature, you can now create time-lapse videos that let you record, tell and share even longer stories.

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When watching movies or playing games, the latest Galaxy A devices set a new standard for uninterrupted, immersive viewing experiences. The Infinity Display goes beyond the bezel with an immersive 18.5:9 display ratio, so that you can view the whole scene across your screen for the ultimate cinematic experience. The large screen is supported with ergonomic curved glass on the back and front. Its sleek glass and metal frame, smooth curves and comfortable grip make it even easier to watch or interact with content on your phone. The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) are available in three colours including black, gold and orchid gray to suit your personal style.

Both devices will continually keep you informed with the Always On Display, meaning you can get information at a glance without unlocking your phone. With Samsung Pay , there’s no need to bring your wallet with you every time you go out. Supporting Magnetic Secure Transmission (MST) and Near Field Communication (NFC), the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) can be used virtually anywhere you can tap or swipe your card. Every transaction via Samsung Pay is secure, yet very simple. All it takes is one swipe and one fingerprint scan.

Offering IP68 water and dust resistance , the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) can withstand the elements, including sweat, rain, sand and dust, making it suitable for nearly any activity or situation. The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) support microSD cards so you can expand your storage capacity by up to 256GB, and are the first in the A series to support Samsung’s Gear VR.

The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) will be available in January 2018.

For more information, please visit
http://www.samsung.com/my/mobile-galaxya-2018/
.


Twitter Lite Available in Google Play Store in 24 Countries

Twitter today announced that Twitter Lite is now available in the Google Play Store in 24 more countries across Africa, sia, Europe, Middle East and Latin America including Algeria, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Israel, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Malaysia, Nigeria, Nepal, Panama, Peru, Serbia, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Tunisia, and Venezuela. Anyone using an Android device in these countries (along with the Philippines) can download Twitter Lite from the Google Play Store at
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.twitter.android.lite.

Twitter Lite was originally launched in April 2017 as a new mobile web experience (mobile.twitter.com) that minimizes data usage, loads quicker on slower connections, and is more resilient on unreliable mobile networks. Since then, Twitter Lite has seen an increase in engagement — for example, Tweets sent from Twitter Lite have increased more than 50%. Safety and performance improvements, GIF search, ranked Home timeline, and more features have been added to Twitter Lite over the past few months.

After making Twitter Lite available in the Google Play Store for the Philippines in September 2017, the company received valuable feedback through on-the-ground user research and Play Store reviews. People who used the Twitter Lite app valued its small size, quick loading, and minimal data usage. Based on these positive results, the company is bringing the Twitter Lite app to more people around the world.

For both the mobile web version and the Android app, Twitter Lite is fast, takes up less space, and is data-friendly:

Loads quickly on 2G and 3G networks, and offers offline support in case the connection is temporarily lost;

Minimizes data usage, and offers a data saver mode to download only selected images or videos;

Reduces install size to under 3MB to avoid taking up too much room on a mobile device.

“No matter where you are in the world, we want to make Twitter the best way for you to see what’s happening in the world and talk about it,” said Jesar Shah, Product Manager, Twitter. “You can use Twitter and Twitter Lite to get real-time updates on news, sports, entertainment, politics, and other topics that matter most to you.”

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DJI Introduces Mavic Air For Limitless Exploration

DJI Mavic Air is the Most Portable 3-Axis Gimbal 4K Camera Drone Features SmartCapture, FlightAutonomy 2.0 and Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems.

DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, today introduced Mavic Air, an ultra-portable, foldable camera drone that delivers higher performance, more intelligent features and greater creative possibilities than any other consumer drone. Developed with the traveler and outdoor enthusiast in mind, Mavic Air inherits the best features of DJI’s iconic Mavic series with a 4K camera for superior image quality, new QuickShot modes and SmartCapture for easier, more intelligent photo and video capturing, and FlightAutonomy 2.0 with Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems for smarter, safer flight. A marvel of engineering and design, Mavic Air enables limitless exploration wherever adventure takes you.

“When DJI introduced the Mavic Pro, it reinvented what a consumer drone could be: powerful, yet portable, accessible, but advanced,” said Roger Luo, President at DJI. “Today, with the introduction of Mavic Air, we have pushed these attributes to the next level to create our best consumer drone yet.”

Designed for Portability and Power

Weighing just 430 grams, Mavic Air is the most portable DJI drone ever created. Its folding arms and propellers sit flush against its slender aerodynamic frame, making it so compact that its footprint is nearly the size of a modern smartphone when folded.

Every aspect of Mavic Air’s camera has been designed for maximum performance. Its recessed three-axis mechanical gimbal is suspended from dampeners to further reduce vibration providing superior protection and steadier shots. A powerful camera housing a 1/2.3″ CMOS sensor and the equivalent of a 24mm F2.8 lens (on a 35mm full frame sensor) captures high-quality photos and videos.

Mavic Air photographs crisp 12-megapixel still images utilizing new HDR algorithms that preserve more highlight and low light details, allowing you to capture stunning aerial pictures from sunrise to sunset. It also shoots smooth stabilized 4K video at 30 fps, capturing the highest quality video of any DJI consumer drone with a maximum bitrate of 100 Mbps. Preserving the action in dramatic fast-paced scenes is now possible through its ability to shoot 1080p slow-motion video at 120 fps.

Photo taken with the DJI Mavic Air

Mavic Air is DJI’s first drone with 8 GB of onboard storage letting you save photos and videos directly to the aircraft on the go, plus a micro SD card slot for additional storage capacity. The newly-added USB-C port makes exporting captured footage easy and fast.

Expand Your Creativity

Mavic Air’s intelligent camera system creates new possibilities for anyone regardless of their photography and drone piloting experience. Photo enthusiasts who want to capture their surroundings in complete detail can use the new Sphere panorama feature to automatically shoot and stitch together 25 photos, creating a crystal-clear 32-megapixel panoramic image within one minute. Mavic Air also supports multiple panorama modes, creating horizontal, vertical, and 180 degree images.

QuickShot intelligent video modes make creating professional videos fun and easy with predefined flight paths that automatically keep your subject in the frame. Use Rocket, Dronie, Circle, or Helix plus two new modes Asteroid and Boomerang, to effortlessly create videos that once required significant piloting skills and sophisticated editing software. Asteroid starts with a spherical image that zooms in as it descends toward the subject on the ground, while Boomerang circles the subject in an oval-shaped flight path with the video finishing at the start point.

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Mavic Air’s ActiveTrack intelligent flight mode has been improved to automatically sense multiple subjects, following your subject and keeping it in the frame with more precision, especially during high motion activities like running and cycling.

Powered by machine learning technology, SmartCapture is an ultra-responsive control mode that makes shooting photos and videos effortless. With a maximum range of up to 20 feet (6 meters), you can give hand gesture commands to launch, follow, photograph, record, push, pull and land, letting you capture the moment from any angle without the need for a remote controller.

Smarter, Safer Flight

More powerful computing capabilities and optimized algorithms help Mavic Air fly smarter and safer through obstacles and terrain. FlightAutonomy 2.0 processes data gathered from seven onboard cameras and infrared sensors to construct a 3D map of its environment for more precise hovering and better flight performance. The improved forward and backward dual camera vision systems can sense obstacles up to 66 feet (20 meters) away. To help navigate through more complex outdoor environments, Mavic Air has newly developed Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems that helps pilots avoid and bypass obstacles automatically, providing an extra layer of reassurance during flight.

Mavic Air has a maximum flight time of up to 21 minutes. It can fly stably in windy conditions of up to 22 mph (36 kph) and at high elevations of up to 16,404 ft (5,000 m) above sea level. Mavic Air’s remote is the first to feature detachable control sticks that can be stored inside the remote controller for added portability. Its omnidirectional antennas placed on the foldable landing gear help increase signal coverage to deliver a maximum range of up to 2.5 miles (4km) with 1080p real-time video transmission when flying with the remote controller. When in Sport mode, Mavic Air flies at exhilarating speeds of up to 42mph (68 kph) and is compatible with DJI Goggles for an immersive FPV flight experience.

Price and Availability

Mavic Air will be available in three colors: Onyx Black, Arctic White and Flame Red. The US retail price including the drone, battery, remote controller, carrying case, two pairs of propeller guards and four pairs of propellers, is $799 USD. The Mavic Air Fly More Combo includes the drone, three batteries, a remote controller, a travel bag, two pairs of propeller guards, six pairs of propellers, a battery to power bank adapter and battery charging hub, for $999 USD.

Starting today, Mavic Air will be available for pre-order at
store.dji.com
, the four DJI Flagship Stores and authorized dealers. Pre-orders will start shipping on January 28. For more information on all the new features and capabilities of Mavic Air, please visit
www.dji.com/mavic-air
.

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh is available in select countries and provides peace of mind for Mavic Air owners. DJI Care Refresh covers accidental damage to the aircraft, gimbal or camera during normal use for up to 12 months, and for an additional charge, the plan will offer up to two full replacements that are new or equivalent to new. DJI Care Refresh is available for US$89 before the new Mavic Air is activated, or within the first 48 hours after activation. For more info or service availability in your country, please visit
https://www.dji.com/service/djicare-refresh
.


Energizer The Battery Company Announced POWER MAX P600S Smartphone

Avenir Telecom, under the renowned Energizer® brand, announces the arrival of their revolutionary Energizer® POWER MAX P600S smartphone.

This high-end mobile phone is designed to push the limits, fitted with an incredible curved 18:9 full HD screen and an ultra-powerful 4500 mAh battery

Power: long battery life

The Energizer® POWER MAX P600S is equipped with an ultra-powerful 4500 mAh battery. Its battery life lasts more than 16 days in standby mode and 12 hours in use. Thanks to its Intelligent Power Saving technology, every milliampere of the battery is optimised to avoid waste. It comes with a Fast Charge 12V charger and a USB-C cable.

Elegance: 18:9 screen, designed to push the limits

The Energizer® POWER MAX P600S is the first smartphone in the range to feature a bezel-less 5.99″ 18:9 full HD screen. This ergonomic format allows for more enjoyable multitasking (2 applications can be placed side by side) and makes it easier to hold (narrower, one-handed use is effortless).

At barely 9.8 mm thick, the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S features smooth lines, fluid, ergonomic curves and a vibrantly coloured carbon-effect back case.

Intensity: dual camera

Featuring a dual 13 and 5 megapixel Samsung main camera and an 8 megapixel front camera, the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S is ready to capture the world around us, down to the smallest detail. The dual camera system gives the photos and videos greater depth, better picture clarity and faster focus. The front camera offers richly detailed selfies, while video chats are crystal clear.

Intelligence: the best of Google

The Energizer® POWER MAX P600S meets Google’s performance requirements, allowing users to take advantage of the latest version of the most widely used mobile platform in the world, and to customise the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S according to their desires (more than two million applications available to download on the Google Play Store).

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Updates are carried out automatically via the mobile network or via Wi-Fi thanks to the FOTA Firmware Over-The-Air function.

Performance:

Equipped with a Mediatek Helio P25 MT6757CD Octo Core 2.5 GHz processor and 3 GB or 6 GB of RAM, the potential of the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S is limitless. Users can browse the web, watch movies and play games with exceptional fluidity.

As an4G / LTE device, able to reach up to 300 Mbps, the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S offers a very high-speed connection. This smartphone is also equipped with VoLTE technology (Voice over LTE).

The Energizer® POWER MAX P600S can support two SIM cards or a SIM card and an SD card up to 256 GB.

Equipped with a gyroscope that detects rotation and stabilises its camera, alongside an accelerometer, which determines its inclination, position and speed, the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S immerses the user in the amazing imaginary world of virtual reality.

The fingerprint reader allows for the Energizer® POWER MAX P600S to be unlocked in less than a second with a single touch: simple and fast. Users can register up to 5 different fingerprints.

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Feiyu Tech Unveils Its New Stabilizer Vimble 2 at CES 2018

On January 9th, 2018, Feiyu Technology(Feiyutech) launches its first new product of the year, Vimble 2 for smartphone, at CES 2018.

This handheld stabilizer Vimble 2 combines the functions of selfie stick and a gimbal stabilizer. Adopting a new generation of design language, Vimble 2 is made of composite materials with an ergonomic shape, which can improve the entire holding and shooting experience. The built-in metal extension, which adds up to 5 1/2 inches, extends the range and gives you a wider range of motion for those dynamic shots. Being able to easily adjust the shooting angle and mode with the built in control panel gives you more time to focus on your shot.

With the combination of the brand new stabilization algorithm and precisely made brushless motor, Vimble 2 is capable of providing smooth image stabilization under all circumstances. The App offers new functions like object tracking, face tracking and video editing, and improves functionality of parameter settings and firmware updating. The combination of hardware and software offers great user experience of smart photography.

Vimble 2 is perfect for the world traveler or Blogger, and makes a great tool for anyone looking to take their smartphone videos to the next level.

Not only does the internal battery last hours on end, but you can also charge your smartphone at the same time using the internal USB port built into the handle.

With multiple choices of colors, Vimble 2 is made for functionality and beauty. Other new accessories from Feiyu Technology have also been released, like a foldable tripod, motorized time-lapse devices and a pod charger etc.

Being a pioneer of the handheld stabilizer industry, Feiyu Technology has already launched more than 20 popular stabilizer models for action camera, smartphones, 360 cameras, micro-cameras, and DSLR cameras. Since 2015, Feiyu Technology has been collaborating with Apple inc. in launching several innovative smartphone stabilizers that have changed the way you shoot. Their dedication to improving the experience of photography and image quality have been highly praised by the photography community worldwide.

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Please welcome the Feiyu Tech Vimble 2 to the ever growing FeiyuTech Gimbal family. Welcome to visit FeiyuTech CES booth at 27427 LVCC South Hall and our website:
www.feiyu-tech.com.

Source:
PR Newswire


Get Ready For a Spectacular ESL One 2018 at Resorts World Genting

ESL’s flagship circuit ESL One returns after a successful first run in 2017

Resorts World Genting is proudly returning as the host of professional esports tournament ESL One Genting 2018 for the second time. Together with ESL, the world’s largest esports company, thousands of fans are going to witness the best Dota 2 action from January 23-28, 2018. This event marks the third official Minor Tournament of the year, as the top 16 Dota 2 teams will not only battle over a prize pool of $US400,000 but also for 400 coveted Qualifying Points that are collected to determine the eight direct invites to The International 2018. As the winner of the best esports event of the year at the Spia Asia – Asia’s Sports Industry Awards & Conference in 2017 – this year’s ESL One Genting promises to be even bigger and better than in 2017.

(From left) Kevin Tann, VP of Promotions & Entertainment and Frank Sliwka, Chief Operating Officer, ESL Asia flanked by Dota2 Cosplayers

ESL has forged a multiyear collaboration with Resorts World Genting for the second year running after ESL One Genting 2017 as part of the expansion of the esports scene in Southeast Asia with further plans in the future.

A press conference is held today at the Genting International Showroom, Resorts World Genting ahead of the event. Both Frank Sliwka, Chief Operating Officer at ESL Asia and Vice President of Promotions & Entertainment Kevin Tann from Resorts World Genting were at the press conference to give their respective speeches, followed by a screening of the ESL One aftermovie 2017 and a photo and Q&A session. Numerous Dota 2 cosplayers were around to bring the fantastic champions of Dota 2 to life.

“Following ESL One Genting 2017, which we saw being a huge success amongst enthusiastic young millennials at the event, Resorts World Genting is proud to be the host as the venue sponsor for the second year running,” said Kevin Tann, Vice President of Promotions & Entertainment at Resorts World Genting. “Esports is recognized as the next big thing in marketing and the size of the global esports audience has rapidly grown. One-fifth of the world is said to actively play video games for an average of an hour a day. This is a complex and fast-changing universe, and we are eager to be part of it. Through ESL One Genting, we hope to connect with esports fans in an authentic way—a way that delivers added value to their experience and to the sport.”

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“After our first installment in 2017, we already knew that it wouldn’t be our last event in Genting. The passion we have witnessed from the community on-site and the huge support from our partners at Resorts World Genting showed us how enthusiastic the Malaysian Dota 2 fans are,” said Frank Sliwka, ESL Asia Chief Operating Officer at ESL. “We are excited to work with RWG in the future to further establish esports in the Southeast Asia region to bring our content to people from all over the world.

The ESL One broadcast team for 2018 features an exciting team of notable faces from the world of esports to bring fans the Dota 2 live action. Eri Newman, who has hosted multiple ESL One tournaments including ESL One Manila 2016 in his home country, will be leading the talent team as stage host. Paul “Redeye” Chaloner as desk host and sideline reporter Jacob “SirActionSlacks” Kanner are familiar faces to the Dota 2 community. Owen “Odpixel” Davies and Austin “Capitalist” Walsh will complete the line-up as commentators to add their thrilling and witty observations to the game.

In 2017, more than 5,000 fans attended ESL One Genting on each of the three main event days, whereas over 11.4 million viewers consumed around 4.5 million hours of content online. The two teams Newbee and Digital Chaos fought their way up to the Grand Finals, delivering thrilling matches. It was Digital Chaos who eventually took home the ESL One trophy and US$125,000 in prize share.

For those who did not manage to get tickets for the almost sold-out main event, a group stage public viewing at the Genting International Showroom will be available for the preliminary rounds leading up to the finals from 23-25 January. Tickets are priced at RM20 for 3 days access.

For more information, call +603 6101 1118 or visit
www.rwgenting.com
.

Source:
PR Newswire


Hotel Guests Get a Kick Out of Nissan’s Self-Parking Slippers

Experience traditional Japanese hospitality with a techy twist at the ProPILOT Park Ryokan

This is something cool and we don’t get to see this everyday.

Combining the ultimate in traditional hospitality with Nissan’s autonomous driving technology, one Japanese inn is treating guests to some unusual amenities: self-parking slippers, tables and floor cushions.

At first glance, the ProPILOT Park Ryokan looks like any other traditional Japanese inn, or ryokan. Slippers are neatly lined up at the foyer, where guests remove their shoes. Tatami rooms are furnished with low tables and floor cushions for sitting.

What sets this ryokan apart is that the slippers, tables and cushions are rigged with a special version of Nissan’s ProPILOT Park autonomous parking technology. When not in use, they automatically return to their designated spots at the push of a button.

First introduced in the all-new Nissan LEAF in Japan in October 2017, ProPILOT Park detects surrounding objects and lets drivers automatically park the vehicle in a selected parking space by pressing a button. The same technology is being used in the amenities at the ProPILOT Park Ryokan during a demonstration to entertain guests and reduce staff workload.

How to experience ProPILOT Park Ryokan

Nissan will offer a free night at the ProPILOT Park Ryokan, located in Hakone, Japan, for one lucky pair of travelers. For a chance to win, contestants must post on Twitter using the hashtags #PPPRyokan and #wanttostay between Jan. 25 and Feb. 10.

Visitors to the Nissan Global Headquarters Gallery in Yokohama can also experience the atmosphere of the ProPILOT Ryokan and try on the actual self-parking slippers at a dedicated exhibition booth, open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Feb. 1-4. The Gallery is at 1-1-1 Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama.

Check out the video of Nissan’s ProPILOT Park RYOKAN below:

Please visit
official site
 for ProPILOT Park Ryokan for more details.

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Improve Productivity on Mobile Devices With New Bamboo Tip

The new fine-tip stylus offers expanded cross-device compatibility in today’s connected world. Now users have one easy solution for quick note taking across several smartphones and touchscreen tablets.

Today Wacom announced Bamboo Tip, a new fine-tip stylus for Android and iOS devices. Aimed at everyone who relies on digital note-taking and working across several devices to get things done but is weary of compatibility and pairing issues, Bamboo Tip offers a quick and intuitive experience across devices. Designed for writing on Android, iPhone and iPad devices and switching between without pairing, Bamboo Tip is an easy to use every day stylus for users on the move.

“In today’s connected world, we rely on a combination of smartphones, tablets and different operating systems to capture ideas, observations and next steps at work or at play,” said Mike Gay, Senior Vice President of the Wacom Consumer Business Unit. “Bamboo Tip lets users move seamlessly between devices and operating systems to get things done. As OS providers roll out more seamless note taking and markup capabilities on their devices, Bamboo Tip will help users take full advantage to be more productive and turn ideas into reality.”

Bamboo Tip leverages Wacom’s decades of experience in pen and styli technology to improve touch screen detection for reliable accuracy in nib-to-screen contact. It allows the user to quickly jump from device to device without waiting for the device and stylus to pair. That means you can take notes on your iPhone, sketch them out on your iPad, and then walk your coworker through your ideas on their Android device, allowing you to focus on the ideas in front of you instead of coordinating your tools.

Bamboo Tip comes with a durable and comfortable to touch anodized aluminum surface in elegant dark blue and a sturdy clip. Its 20-hour battery life and easy charging make it extremely portable and great for anyone who spends the day on the go and might not have access to their charging station. After an initial charge, simply press the button on the stylus to turn on the Bamboo Tip. The stylus will turn off after several minutes of not being used, or users can turn it off by holding down the button. A switch at the top of the stylus also helps users fine tune performance by changing the frequency at which the stylus communicates with a device.

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Priced at $49.95 USD, Bamboo Tip will be available online and in select retailers starting in March.

For more information on compatibility, visit
www.wacom.com/comp
.


IPC Shopping Centre Offers ‘So Much More’ with Redevelopment

The family-friendly shopping destination brings forth a better and brighter shopping experience for the community

IPC Shopping Centre is proud to reveal yesterday its new centre-wide upgrade. The redevelopment is seen both in its physical space and overall brand, which is set to create a fun, inspirational and great day out for shoppers and the community alike. It is the culmination of an extremely ambitious project, one of the biggest shopping centre redevelopments in the region, with a RM200 million investment into the centre including the surrounding landscaping and community infrastructure.

(from left to right) Karyn Lim, General Manager of IPC Shopping Centre and Thomas Malmberg, Shopping Centre Director of IKEA Southeast Asia during the IPC Shopping Centre Rebrand Launch.

Being ‘So Much More’ Than Just Another Shopping Centre

With the ever-changing needs of the community and shoppers, IPC introduced the concept of being ‘So Much More’ than just another shopping destination.The quintessential neighbourhood shopping centre in the heart of Mutiara Damansara has carefully crafted and refined the shopping experience through its space design, revamped interiors and family-friendly functionalities.

Thomas Malmberg, Shopping Centre Director of IKEA Southeast Asia explained, “Today, the local consumer market is constantly evolving and we understand the importance of a great customer experience to remain relevant and ahead in this extremely competitive retail environment. Hence, we are constantly working and listening to our community to understand their woes, their pain points, as well as their wants and needs. This redevelopment is for them, and it is also the perfect opportunity to build stronger partnerships with new and existing tenants and partners. Together with our valued neighbours such as The Curve, eCurve and of course IKEA, we are strengthening the Mutiara Damansara Commercial Centre as the premier destination for shopping, dining and meeting with family and friends.”

A Shopping Centre for Everyone

The idea for the new IPC Shopping Centre is to create a contemporary yet inspirational space for the community. IPC Shopping Centre’s new design guarantees a space made for everyone in the family.

Karyn Lim, General Manager of IPC Shopping Centre added, “IPC Shopping Centre has matured over the past 15 years and we are glad to grow with its surrounding neighbourhood and become an integral meeting place for family and friends. It has always been our vision to create a better everyday life for the community by providing a home away from home. Home is safe, convenient and family-friendly, that is what IPC stands for.”

More Shopping and Dining Options

Shoppers are in for a treat with 145 stores including new, extended and refreshed F&B concepts, fashion and beauty retailers, and lifestyle outlets. The shopping centre sees 46% of returning tenants, such as Harvey Norman, Popular Bookstore, Padini, Brands Outlet, Spotlight and Ace Hardware. New tenants include Ben’s Independent Grocer (B.I.G.), Family Mart, IKEA Café, Watsons, Cotton On, LC Waikiki, and Skechers’ largest flagship store in Southeast Asia.

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When it comes to Food &Beverage, IPC Shopping Centre now houses more dining options catering to the different palates and dining occasions, from the new alfresco dining area to the freshly refurbished food court affectionately dubbed as ‘Foodland’. Some of the newer F&B tenants also include Hana Japanese Dining, Paradise Dynasty, Suki-Ya, Ichiban Ramen and Magnum Café. Shoppers will also be thrilled to see returning local favourites –Kluang Station, Uncle Lim, Absolute Thai, Noodle Shack, Nando’s, Starbucks and Dome.

IPC Shopping Centre stays true to their Swedish roots while staying connected with the local community.

New and Improved Facilities

The brand also believes that unforgettable and positive memories are made the moment shoppers set foot on to the property. This includes smaller details that make shopping great such as improved security, accessibility, convenience and comfort. Besides this, the redevelopment also includes a guided parking system, additional seating areas and family-friendly facilities like a kid entrance, revamped family rooms and a designated play area called Funland for little ones.

Sustainable Living for Sustainable Shoppers

IPC Shopping Centre continues its efforts to better care for the environment with an upgraded Recycling & Buy Back Centre and newly installed solar panels that will contribute to ambitious annual energy saving targets.

IPC Shopping Centre is also currently in the process of obtaining official green building certification from Malaysia’s Green Building Index (GBI) and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED Gold).

IPC Shopping Centre Offers ‘So Much More’ with their latest Redevelopment.

New Look, New Logo

In addition to the redevelopment, IPC Shopping Centre also introduced a new brand logo to mark the brand’s 15th anniversary. The new logo showcases the overall evolution of the brand and how it continues to stay relevant to the community.

Family Fun This New Year

This season, IPC Shopping Centre will also introduce ‘A Tale of Great Fortune’ themed Chinese New Year celebration with colourful decorations around the shopping centre. Shoppers will be treated to a month filled with exciting giveaways and activities such as traditional lion dance, crafts activities for kids, traditional Chinese art workshops, and Chinese orchestra performances.


Lenovo’s Legion of Champions Series II Grand Finale Kicks Off

Ten teams representing eight markets in Asia to compete for the glory of Asia’s gaming champion.

Lenovo, the world’s leading PC manufacturer, has officially kicked off the “
Legion of Champions Series II
” Grand Finale (LoC; formerly League of Champions). This three-day gaming extravaganza, held in partnership with Intel, is expected to bring together over 60 gaming talents in Asia Pacific together in a Bangkok, Thailand.

Following last year’s successful debut, the competition has expanded its footprint to include teams from Hong Kong and Taiwan, in addition to Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The in-market champions from the eight markets will battle it out and the winning teams will walk away with a combined pool of close to 500,000 THB (approximately RM61,806.25) in cash.

Ivan Cheung, Executive Director and General Manager of Lenovo Central Asia Pacific, officiated the opening of the “Legion of Champions Series II” Finale.

Ivan Cheung, Executive Director and Regional General Manager of Lenovo Asia Pacific said: “Asia is at the center of the rise of e-sports. While e-sports is a key driver of PC gaming growth in the region, it is more than that. It has brought disruption to the technology industry and beyond by inventing new meanings to gaming. Increasingly, e-sports is recognized as a professional sport, just like basketball and football. As such, Lenovo has hosted Legion of Champions II, providing a battle field for top gaming players to shine, as well as letting more gaming enthusiasts be part of a growingly influential community.”

After three days of intense competition, from January 26 – 28, the champion team will walk home with a cash prize of 210,000 THB (approximately RM25,958.63), while the first and second runner-up will be awarded 110,000 THB (approximately RM13,597.38) and 70,000 THB(approximately RM8,652.88) respectively.

On January 26, Lenovo officially kicked-off the Finale of “Legion of Champions Series II” in Bangkok, Thailand. The event, held in collaboration with Intel, is a major gaming competition in the region.

Lenovo Legion gaming devices will be the enablers for qualifying champion teams to compete during LoC, empowering them with a world-class experience in speed, performance and consistency. The anniversary edition of Legion Y520 laptop will also make its first appearance at LoC to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of Lenovo Legion, a gaming sub-brand first introduced at CES 2017.

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George Chacko, Director of Global Account for Lenovo, Intel Asia Pacific and Japan said: “We are very excited to once again be part of the “Legion of Champions” tournament. Along with the rapid growth of the vibrant and passionate gaming community in Asia, we are also seeing increased expectations for better and faster processors to support and deliver amazing gaming performance. At Intel, we’re committed to supporting the gaming needs of the eSports community by helping them perform their best through our innovative technologies, and delivering the ultimate gaming experience.”

BNK48, the famous idol group in Thailand, performed a dance show to celebrate the launch of the Finale of Legion of Champions Series II.

Legion of Champions Series II is one of Lenovo’s major efforts in nurturing the next-generation gamers and growing the gaming community in Asia. Professional or amateur gamers alike, the teams competing at the Grand Finale of LoC are the best in Asia’s gaming scene. These in-market champions have stood out despite the fierce competition; all of them have gone through multiple elimination rounds at the local level to finally reach the highly-anticipated Grand Finale, competing against other top-notch talents for the ultimate gaming glory.

Hundreds of gaming fans are expected to attend this year’s Grand Finale of “
Legion of Champions Series II
” in Bangkok, Thailand to watch the heated battle and the birth of a new champion. For those who reside outside Bangkok, they can watch the live-streaming of the competition via
https://www.facebook.com/LenovoTH/videos/10155550049041843/
.

For more information on LoC 2018, please visit
https://legionlenovo.com/loc2018/
.


#MakeYourMoment With The Ultimate Selfie Smartphone –  Galaxy A8 & A8+ (2018)

Capture every moment brilliantly with Samsung’s newest Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018)

Samsung Malaysia Electronics kick starts the year with giggles, eye-catching floats and countless selfies by the pool with its all new Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018), making every moment worthwhile.

Designed for fun seekers to capture every moment brilliantly, the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) feature a Dual Front Camera and it is IP68-rated to protect itself from water and dust, allowing users to capture various types of adventure, from casual park strolls, to pool parties, and even hikes up Broga Hill on a rainy day.

“We are delighted to host apool party to welcome 2018 and at the same time, reveal the new Samsung Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8+! We understand that millennials today enjoy documenting and sharing their experiences on social media,so Galaxy A8 and A8+’s Dual Front Camera ensure all selfies captured – whether in or out of the water – are flawless; allowing users to readily upload and share their memories on social media. Selfie enthusiasts, Galaxy A8 and A8+ are made especially for you!”said Mr Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The first for Samsung, the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) feature a Dual Front Camera to snap the best selfies, no matter what angle they are captured from. With the 16MP+8MP F1.9 Dual Front Camera, which is made up of two separate cameras, you can switch between the two to take the type of selfie you want – from close-ups to portrait shots with a clear and crisp background. Following the footsteps of its flagship siblings, the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018)’s advanced Live Focus feature allows you to easily adjust the background blur (‘bokeh’ effect) before or after you take the picture to create high-quality images.

From day to night, the advanced features of both the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018)’s front and rear cameras ensure you capture sharp images, even in low-light conditions with F1.9 and F1.7 aperture.Whether you are out at the beach with friends till sunset or out dancing during Ladies’ Night, rest assured that selfies and images capture are vivid and clear. The new devices also allow you to customise your photos with fun options, from adding stickers to your selfie or highlighting a culinary extravaganza with Food Mode. With the 16MP F1.7 rear camera, every photo is captured perfectly on your first try, appearing crisp, detailed, and vibrant – ready to be shared with others as it is. Foodies, capture and share your mouth-watering food pictures on social media and make your friends wish they were with you during your food hunt!

Offering IP68 water and dust resistance , the Galaxy A8(2018) and A8+ (2018) can withstand the elements, including sweat, rain, sand and dust. Snap fabulous and gorgeous underwater pool selfies with friends or answer calls in the rain without a fuss. With the A8 and A8+, you won’t have to worry too much about weather conditions or the environment you’re in, because rain or shine, that perfect selfie is sure to #MakeYourMoment a memorable one!

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Shaky video footage will be a thing of the past with video digital image stabilisation (vDIS) technology, and with an added hyperlapse feature, you can now create time-lapse videos that let you record, tell and share even longer stories. Video blogging (vlogging) with friends and family to capture every moment will be more fun and exciting with the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018).

Both these devices also allow you to glance through notifications thanks to the Always On Display, without ever unlocking your phone. Moreover, there is no need to worry about leaving your wallet at home as Samsung Pay is installed in Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018). Every transaction via Samsung Pay is simple, yet very secure. All it takes is one swipe and one fingerprint scan.

The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) are powered by 3,000mAh and 3,500 mAh batteries respectively, with 4GB / 6GB RAM memory and storage of 32GB and 64GB for both devices respectively. Not only that, other flagship-type features offered by Samsung’s two latest smartphones include Bixby, Dual Messenger and storage expansion via SD card slot.

The Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) is available in Malaysia at the recommended price of RM1,799 and RM2,499 respectively (inclusive of 6% GST). Both devices are also available in Black, Gold and Orchid Gray to suit your personal style.

To celebrate the official launch of the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) in Malaysia, Samsung invites you to enjoy an exclusive 3-day Early Bird Rewards promotion from 19th to 21st January 2018, where you have the opportunity to receive a free 10,000 mAh Battery Pack and a free 64GB Memory Card with any purchase of Galaxy A8 (2018) or A8+ (2018) at all participating outlets, while stocks last. For more information, please visit
http://www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile-galaxy-a8/
.

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) Product Specifications:

Galaxy A8(2018)

Galaxy A8+(2018)

Display

5.6-inchFHD+ Super AMOLED,1080×2220

6.0-inchFHD+ Super AMOLED,1080×2220

*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners

Camera

Front: Dual Camera 16MP FF (F1.9) + 8MP (F1.9), Rear: 16MP PDAF (F1.7)

Dimension

149.2 x 70.6 x 8.4 mm, 172g

159.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm, 191g

AP

Octa Core (2.2GHz Dual + 1.6GHz Hexa)

Memory

4GB RAM, 32GB

6GB RAM, 64GB

Battery

3,000mAh

3,500mAh

Fast Charging / USB Type-C

OS

Android 7.1.1

Network

LTE Cat. 11

Payment

NFC, MST

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 256QAM,

Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location

(GPS,Glonass,BeiDou*)* BeiDou coverage may be limited.

Sensors

Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor,

Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, RGB Light Sensor

Audio

MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

Video

MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM


MediaTek Provides Advanced Wireless Solutions for Smart Devices in Today’s Connected Homes

Portfolio of Wi-Fi chipsets support Wi-Fi mesh, advanced security and easy-setup via Bluetooth 5.0

MediaTek, a global semiconductor leader, today announced that global brands including ASUS, D-Link and others will use MediaTek’s chipsets as they develop advanced Gigabit Wi-Fi connectivity for premium routers and whole home coverage devices. These new devices will ensure secure, high-performance whole home wireless coverage for connected devices including PCs, smartphones, televisions and AI-powered smart home devices such as voice-enabled smart speakers. MediaTek’s robust portfolio of connectivity System-on-Chips (SoCs) provides best-in-class features including support for smart Wi-Fi mesh technologies, advanced security and easy setup via Bluetooth 5.0.

“As the number of smart devices skyrockets, consumers are turning to Gigabit Wi-Fi networking devices to provide the speed and bandwidth they need for their connected homes,” Tenlong Deng, General Manager of Wireless Device Business Unit, ASUS. “Our new smart routers, powered by MediaTek’s versatile chipsets, enable our customers to quickly set up and enjoy blazing-fast Gigabit Wi-Fi and whole home connectivity with built-in security.”

MediaTek’s suite of highly integrated Wi-Fi chipsets includes the MT7615, MT7621 and its newest networking SoC, the MT7622. The world’s first 4×4 802.11n and Bluetooth 5.0 SoC feature a dedicated Wi-Fi network accelerator, the MT7622 provides ultimate flexibility for manufacturers building premium networking devices. The MT7622 sustains high-performance even when supporting multiple, simultaneous users, and features advanced security, Smart Quality of Service (QoS) for streaming and edging device management, smart roaming, dynamic band steering and Bluetooth-enabled easy device setup.

“Our customers expect seamless connectivity for all of their devices, whether they’re streaming movies, gaming or browsing the web,” said Anny Wei, CEO and President at D-Link. “MediaTek’s MT7622 chipset enables our high performance AC4300 routers to maximize connection speeds to multiple devices simultaneously across the entire home.”

“MediaTek’s connectivity technology is the cornerstone of the smart home ecosystem, providing flexible, high efficiency chipsets for routers and repeaters, whole home Wi-Fi and home automation gateways to power consumers’ connected experiences,” said Alan Hsu, General Manager of the Smart Home Device Business Unit at MediaTek. “Our high-performance router solutions enable OEMs and device manufactures to design innovative, AI-enhanced home networking products with enhanced security and easy-setup through Bluetooth 5.0 for voice control.”

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Today MediaTek’s strong Wi-Fi chipset portfolio powers more than 50 percent of the world’s smart devices in connected home. As a category leader in five market segments including networking devices and the connected home, MediaTek helps brands around the globe navigate the changing electronics landscape and deliver smart, connected products that make consumers’ lives easier.

Source:
PR Newswire


Samsung Opens Brand Shop in SS2 to Serve PJ Residents

Samsung and E.S.H Electrical Sdn Bhd take partnership to the next level by offering quality products and dedicated service.

Samsung Malaysia Electronics in collaboration with E.S.H Electrical Sdn Bhd recently launched its second Samsung Brand Shop in SS2, Petaling Jaya, cementing another milestone in the 8-year partnership.

The management of Samsung Malaysia and E.S.H Electrical Sdn Bhd were present at the opening ceremony of the store which is set to offer a range of innovative digital appliances and a team of dedicated staff trained to respond to customers’ queries.

“At Samsung, we constantly create a sense of comfort, recognition, and trust in our engagement and message to our partners and customers.Now with the opening of this Samsung Brand Shop in SS2, more consumers within the vicinity can shop for the best in TV and digital appliances and they can be assured that assistance is just around the corner if they ever need it. We are delighted that our partnership with E.S.H. Electrical Sdn Bhd has expanded to ensure that our customers get quality products, service and top-notch retail experience that surpass their expectations,” said Mr. Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The Samsung Brand Shop retails a wide range of products including the latest QLED TV, The Frame TV, soundbar, washing machines, refrigerators and other digital appliances. The brand shop serves as a one-stop service center to ensure optimum customer satisfaction while aiming to bring advanced Samsung digital appliances and home entertainment products closer to consumers.

Also present at the event was E.S.H. Electrical Sdn Bhd’s General Manager, Mr. Edward Ng Chit Yong. “We set our foot in SS2 since 30 years ago and have since established ourselves as a trusted retail outlet in Petaling Jaya. We share the same vision as Samsung when it comes to providing the best quality products and services to Malaysian consumers. Samsung Malaysia Electronics have steadfastly supported us since 2009 and moving forward we can continue to strengthen the partnership. With the opening of Samsung Brand Shop in SS2, we strive to deliver ideal services and product information for our customers. We hope we can continue to offer Petaling Jaya residents with Samsung’s innovative appliances and home entertainment products that enrich their life journey.”

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In celebration of its opening and in conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year, Samsung and E.S.H. Electrical Sdn Bhd are extending special promotions for customers visiting the new Samsung Brand Shop. The first three purchases of The Frame TV at the Samsung Brand Store in SS2 will come with one FREE customisable frame and a FREE Studio Stand. Samsung is also offering an extended 2+2 years warranty for the selected Samsung washing machines and refrigerators, which will come with a free Napping Pillow-Blanket with each purchase. Visit the new Samsung Brand Shop in SS2, Petaling Jaya today for more details on the opening promotions!


Samsung Premium Experience Store Opens its Doors in Pavilion KL

Samsung Malaysia Electronics celebrated the official opening of its latest Samsung Premium Experience Store in Pavilion Shopping Centre, to give Samsung fans in the city another outlet to fully experience the Galaxy ecosystem. Located in Kuala Lumpur’s golden triangle, city dwellers can immerse themselves in all of Samsung’s innovations at this premium experience store.

Mr Steve Lee (third from right) presenting a token of appreciation to Mr Lee Foo Hock (fourth from right).

“The launch of the newest Samsung Premium Experience Store here in Pavilion is proof of the support that our fans have been continually giving us. We are thrilled to officially open the doors to yet another Samsung Premium Experience Store, and we are confident that tourists, shoppers, Samsung fans and tech enthusiasts will find that stepping into this store will be an immersive and enlightening experience,” said Mr. Yoonsoo Kim, President, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The newly-launched Samsung Premium Experience Store is designed to be a one-stop retail solution with a total built-up area of 4,241 square feet.It offers the full range of Samsung smartphones, tablets, wearables and accessories which harmoniously make up the Galaxy ecosystem. Additionally, the store will also graciously receive customers and their Samsung devices for personalised after-sales services, therefore completing a customer’s all-round Samsung experience.

Samsung celebrating the launch of the premium flagship store with a lion dance.

“We pride ourselves not only for our high-quality and innovative products, but the experiences our customers go through with their devices after the sale is made. We hope that with the availability of this store, customers will be able to fully experience Samsung, from mobile innovation to unmatched customer relations,” added Mr. Kim.

Apart from offering services and products via sales, visitors of the store will be able to fully experience the Galaxy ecosystem through multiple refreshing experiential zones set up within the store’s spacious and open concept area. For example, the Virtual Reality (VR) station combines Samsung’s latest and most innovative VR product, the Gear VR, with a large and gorgeous display in its latest flagship, the Galaxy Note 8, to truly immerse its visitors in one wholesome and entertaining experience. The best part is visitors will get to enjoy these experiential setups for free.

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In celebration of the official opening, Samsung mobilised several opening promotions, exclusively to the store in Pavilion. From now until 18thFebruary 2018,customers who purchase a flagship smartphone (Galaxy Note 8, FE, S8, S8+ and A8+) at the store will be entitled to gifts worth a total of RM347 (one side screen protector worth RM99, a Bluetooth headset worth RM99 and a Smart Care Screen Protection Plan worth RM149).

Not only that, Samsung fans are able to receive great freebies without needing to purchase a new device as well. As part of Samsung’s goal to create rich experiences for its consumers, Samsung has invited Dialog Hub of Malaysia to introduce ClearPlexProtectionPro for the first time in Southeast Asia. During this promotional period, the first 50 customers per day who walk into the store with a Galaxy smartphone of their own will be entitled to a free ClearPlexProtectionPro worth RM99.

Apart from that, from now to 18th February 2018, Samsung is running some opening promotion activities. To find out more details on the activities, please visit:
http://www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile-ses-pavilion/
.


Samsung Unveils First Thunderbolt 3 QLED Curved Monitor at CES 2018

CJ791 QLED Monitor featuring Thunderbolt 3 connectivity Streamlines Performance and Enhances Content Presentation for Entertainment and Professional Users

At CES 2018, Samsung Electronics will expand the connectivity and performance capabilities of its signature curved display line-up with the debut of its new CJ791 monitor, the first curved monitor to feature Intel’s Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Designed for entertainment and business audiences, the 34-inch CJ791 model aligns single-source power and processing speed with an exceptional picture quality for a comfortable and productive user experience.

Through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable, CJ791 users can link and dock their monitor and laptop without extensive wiring. The Thunderbolt 3 connection provides processing speeds of up to 40 Gigabits per second (Gbps) – a rate nearly four times faster than USB alternatives – allowing users to enjoy connectivity across a full ecosystem of docks, displays and peripheral devices including Macs, USB type-C laptops, and other desktop accessories like storage drives or external graphics cards. The Thunderbolt 3 interface also enables the CJ791 to provide up to 85 watts (W) of laptop charging power.

“As the pioneer of the curved monitor industry, Samsung continues to seek new ways to refine our displays and exceed consumers’ expectations on heightened performance and presentation,” said Seog-gi Kim, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “The CJ791 aligns Thunderbolt 3 connectivity with our best-in-class curvature and QLED picture quality to captivate and engage users, while also promoting improved organization and productivity. We are thrilled to demonstrate the full capabilities of our innovative new display to CES 2018 attendees.”

Efficiency at Work

The CJ791’s clear, detail-rich design empowers business users to complete a range of tasks more efficiently. A 21:9 aspect ratio provides more screen real estate for multitasking, while a complementary 3440×1440 ultra-wide QHD resolution elevates content and imagery with nearly 2.5 times the pixel density of full HD alternatives. In turn, professionals can view large files, spreadsheets and data tables in a more readable format, and without extensive scrolling or zooming.

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Professional users can also enjoy the flexibility to customize the CJ791 to their unique workspace. Along with the wire-reducing Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, the CJ791’s slim-depth and narrow-bezel design accommodates multi-display setups without sacrificing content consistency or visual appearance. The display’s height-adjustable stand and tilt functionality also empower users to customize positioning and work within their most comfortable viewing parameters.

Ahead of the Game

Samsung’s CJ791 showcases content with brilliant and realistic detail, guaranteed to entice gamers and entertainment enthusiasts. The display’s QLED presentation technology precisely reflects colors across a 125 percent sRGB spectrum, and creates visual intrigue through deeper blacks, brighter whites and pristine shades. This refinement, coupled with the industry’s sharpest 1,500R curvature and ultra-wide 178-degree viewing angle, gives users a complete view of their surroundings, and ensures full immersion in every scene.

A host of integrated gamer-friendly features also gives users an extra edge on their adversaries with Game Mode, which contains a dynamic gamma setting that intuitively adjusts color and contrast of each individual scene to produce a true-to-life environment. The CJ791’s four milliseconds (ms) response time also ensures smooth transitions between scenes, making it ideal for racing, flight simulation and first-person battle games.

For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at
http://news.samsung.com
.


SpherePay Mobile Payment App Raises Over USD10 Million in Funding

On track to become Southeast Asia’s Biggest Mobile Payment Platform

Funding and affirmation of strategic partnership with oBike

Acquired over 5 million users in Southeast Asia

SpherePay, Singapore’s homegrown mobile payment app, announced today that it has completed its fundraising exercise which saw the company raising over USD 10 million. It has not disclosed the name of investors due to on-going developments.

With this latest round of funding and the affirmation of its strategic partnership with oBike since last December, SpherePay is well-placed to be the top three payment platforms in Southeast Asia. It currently serves over five million users and has more than 10,000 merchants in the region.

Last year, SpherePay announced its strategic partnership with oBike, Southeast Asia’s largest bike sharing operator. In a move that is set to deepen its partnership, SpherePay will integrate oBike’s operating system into its app. This means that SpherePay will be able to support all services available on oBike’s app including its geofencing feature and crowdsourcing delivery service, oBike Flash.

“Since our inception last year, we have been making good progress to ensure that SpherePay will be one of the most highly utilised mobile payment apps in the region. Our completion of the recent fundraising coupled with the strategic partnership with oBike, are testament to the commitment and rapid development of SpherePay. This partnership with oBike saw an immediate acquisition of over 5 million users in South East Asia and we are putting together new features that will bring even greater benefits to all our users.” said Mr Joseph Chen, CEO of SpherePay.

With the launch of this integration which will complete by March 2018, users of oBike and SpherePay will be able to access both services on their preferred app. oBike users can now log in to SpherePay from their oBike account. Similarly, SpherePay users can scan, unlock oBike bicycles, and even book for deliveries via SpherePay.

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Upcoming enhancements of SpherePay will include new features like merchant deals listing which will be supported by a LBS (Location Based Services). This means that users will be notified of a merchant deal happening near them. This new function will also enable merchants to list their own products and promotions in the SpherePay app at their convenience. Other new functions that will be introduced in SpherePay will be the addition of payment capabilities such as booking of events, courses and classes, paying for bills such as telco and utility bills and booking of tickets such as cinema, flight or hotels in the later stage of developments.

While SpherePay has recently announced its regional expansion plan to Indonesia and Thailand last December, the company has now confirmed a bigger plan to rapidly expand throughout South East Asia covering Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam and Cambodia. The target date to complete this expansion plan is by second quarter of 2018.

About the Company:

SpherePay is developed by OPG Asia Pte Ltd, a company founded in Singapore in 2017. OPG is the world’s leading provider of financial innovation and payment services. The company is committed to the development of electronic business and operations to improve the operational efficiency of the society.

With the support of cloud computing, OPG have developed SpherePay which is a mobile application with secured online payment, fund management and consumer finance. OPG ensures that all data are being protected and secured. This allows consumers to have a fast, hassle free and convenient experience, and ensure our merchant partners have a safe, reliable and efficient payment gateway platform.

Launched in Singapore in November 2017, SpherePay has quickly grown its footprint and acquired over 60,000 users in Singapore by December 2017. SpherePay aims to be among the fastest growing mobile payment app in South East Asia.

Visit their website or Facebook page for more info:-

Website:
www.spherepay.com

Facebook:
www.facebook.com/spherepay


Vivo X20 Plus UD – A Game Changer With On Screen Fingerprint Scanner

Vivo X20 Plus UD sets the bar of new standards with the introduction of the world’s first on-screen fingerprint scanner.

Rumour has been around for quite sometime now when it comes to a new smartphone that comes with on-screen fingerprint scanner. Consumers were expecting the new iPhone X to include such feature but alas, that will have to wait until the next version of iPhone. Same can be said about the Galaxy Note 8.

But one Chinese smartphone maker made the leap to include the on-screen fingerprint scanner/sensor. We are now excited to welcome the new Vivo X20 Plus UD, an upgrade version of a phone of the same name without the “UD” in it.

With the release of the Vivo X20 Plus UD, Vivo have set a new milestone and new trend for others to follow. It is now the world’s first smartphone with on-screen fingerprint sensor and they are proud of it. It is now up for pre-order in China for the price equivalent to about USD$560.

The specifications of the X20 Plus UD is attractive as well. With full metal body and slim 7.35mm ergonomics, it is packed with the essential power that is needed in today’s mobile devices. It is powered by an Octa-core Snapdragon 660 with 4GB of RAM. Best thing is that it comes with 128GB of space as standard that also supports a MicroSD card expansion. Screen is a 6.43″ OLED display with 1080p resolution at 18:9 aspect ratio.

It comes with two 12-megapixel cameras at the back, which is a norm for new phones coming up since late last year. The front camera is a 12-megapixel shooter which will be great for taking a decent selfie. A phone this large will be powered up by a large 3,905mAh battery that may last a whole day. We can’t confirm the battery life yet until someone get to test it.

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If you’re thinking of purchasing one, you may have to wait another few weeks. On the other hand, you may be able to make the pre-order purchase but the sale is exclusively for China only. Perhaps you can wait for those people from
DirectD
 to import some Vivo X20 Plus UD soon.

Basic Vivo X20 Plus UD Specifications:

Qualcomm Snapdragon 660

6.43-inch Super AMOLED display (2,160×1,080 pixels)

Dual 12-megapixel rear camera, 12-megapixel front camera

4GB RAM, 128GB storage

3,905mAh embedded battery