Samsung Galaxy Note9 Launched And It’s Ohsem!

Samsung’s newest flagship was greeted by a crowd of 2,000 in a powerful launch and a mighty performance by the world’s leading taekwondo demo team, K-Tigers

Calling all achievers and challengers! Samsung’s latest flagship device, the Galaxy Note9, has finally arrived on Malaysian shores. Excitement was abuzz at Arena Axiata, Bukit Jalil, as 2,000 people witnessed the largest and most resplendent launch of any Samsung smartphone yet. With many prominent improvements over its predecessor, the Galaxy Note9 is the next ‘superpower’ among its peers in the smartphone arena.

“The Galaxy Note9 combines power, productivity, sheer endurance, and entertainment into one single device. Coupled with a strong defense-grade security feature, this is the go-to device that fits every need. Consumers nowadays are consistently looking out for a smartphone that is capable of doing it all – from taking great photos, to smooth gaming experiences, to business presentations. I’m glad to announce that now, you have the perfect option in the Galaxy Note9,” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

As thousands of people witnessed the historic launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note9, it was the appearance of K-Tigers, the world’s leading Taekwondo demo team that further electrified the crowd and atmosphere.

Their strong performance of the globally-favoured martial art was the perfect representation of the new device’s speed and power, therefore officiating its launch in a memorable way.

With the Galaxy Note9, Samsung continues to showcase the legacy of this series that consumers have grown to love. With its large and much-loved Infinity Display, the productivity of its S Pen, and its Galaxy ecosystem, the Note9 offers consumers the optimal mobile user experience that cannot be found elsewhere.

All Day Performance

People rely on their smartphones for almost everything they do – all-day, every day. They need a phone that can keep up without having to find the nearest outlet to recharge, delete pictures to free up storage for their next snap, anxiously wait for their video to download before boarding their flight, or deal with any lag time when gaming.

They need a phone that won’t let them down and the Galaxy Note9 delivers.

All Day Battery
: The Galaxy Note9’s 4,000mAh battery, the largest ever on a flagship Galaxy phone for long-lasting power to use all-day to talk, text, play games and watch movies from morning to night.

Store More, Delete Less
: The Galaxy Note9 is available with two internal storage options – choose from 128GB or 512GB. And with the ability to insert a microSD card, the device is 1TB-ready , allowing users to have peace of mind, knowing there will always be enough room for favourite photos, videos, and apps.

Speed and Power
: The Galaxy Note9 is a super powerful smartphone with a cutting-edge 10nm processor and support for the fastest network speeds available in the market (up to 1.2 gigabits per second) to stream and download without slowing down. The device also includes an industry-leading and Samsung developed Water Carbon Cooling system and an on-device AI-based performance adjusting algorithm to deliver powerful yet stable performances.

The Evolution of the S Pen

The S Pen is the signature feature of the Note series – it’s how users have made their mark, and how Samsung has expanded the notion of what a smartphone can do. What began as a tool for writing and drawing is now putting more power and control in their hands.

Now with Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE) support, the new S Pen delivers an entirely new way to use the Note. With just a click, it’s now possible to take selfies and group pictures, present slides, pause and play videos, and more. In time, developers will even be able to integrate the S Pen’s new and advanced BLE functionalities into their apps.

The Intelligent Camera That Makes Pictures Perfect

It can be hard to take a picture that looks just like the ones the pros take – but it shouldn’t be. The Galaxy Note9 builds on Samsung’s industry-leading camera technologies with new capabilities that take the work out of getting the perfect picture.

Scene Optimizer
: The Galaxy Note9’s camera is Samsung’s smartest yet. It uses intelligence to identify elements of a photo, such as the scene and subject, to automatically classify it into one of 20 categories and be instantly optimized. The result is a stunning, lifelike image with bold colours and dynamic definition.

Flaw Detection
: The first shot doesn’t always come out right, but the Galaxy Note9 lets users know if there’s something wrong so they can take another picture without losing the moment. An immediate notification will appear if the image is blurry, the subject blinked, there is a smudge on the lens, or there’s backlight impacting the quality of the image.

Premium Camera
: With the unique combination of advanced intelligence features and leading premium hardware, the Galaxy Note9’s camera is the best on the market. It comes with advanced noise reduction technology and a Dual Aperture lens, which adjusts to light just like the human eye. No matter the lighting conditions, Galaxy Note9’s top-tier camera delivers a crystal-clear shot.

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Premium Experiences: From Work to Play

The Infinity Display is the cornerstone of Samsung’s design heritage, and the Galaxy Note9 has the largest edge-to-edge display ever on a Note. The 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display provides a truly immersive multimedia experience.

Moreover, the Galaxy Note9’s Infinity Display is complemented by stereo speakers tuned by AKG, and is therefore able to deliver a Dolby Atmos® immersive audio for a life-like experience. Mobile video has never looked or sounded better than it does on this device. YouTube named the Galaxy Note9 as a Signature Device, able to deliver a best-in-class YouTube experience.

The Galaxy Note9 also delivers a PC-like experience with Samsung DeX. Users can work on presentations, edit photos, and watch their favorite show on a big screen; all powered by their phone via Samsung DeX with easy-to-carry HDMI adapters .

When connected to a monitor, the Galaxy Note9 can power a virtualized desktop and even serve as a fully-functional second screen. Take notes with the S Pen while watching a video, or use the Galaxy Note9 as a trackpad to right-click, drag and drop, and use multiple windows on a monitor. It’s never been easier to be more productive.

Galaxy and Beyond

The premium Galaxy technologies come standard with the Note9: fast wireless charging, IP68 water and dust resistance and Samsung services such as Samsung Health and Samsung Pay. Additionally, the Galaxy Note9 features Samsung’s trusted, defense-grade Knox security platform and biometric security options including fingerprint scanning, iris scanning, and facial recognition capabilities to keep important information safe.

Samsung’s latest flagship opens up a world of possibilities – it’s a portal to the full Samsung ecosystem of devices and services. For instance, use the Galaxy Note9 and SmartThings to control connected devices, or get more done with Bixby , a personalized intelligent assistant.

And with the launch of the Galaxy Note9, Samsung is making it easier to enjoy music with Spotify , a new long-term partner. This makes Spotify more easily accessible to seamlessly sync and transfer music, playlists, and podcasts across the Galaxy Note9, Galaxy Watch, and Smart TV products.

The Samsung Galaxy Note9 will be available starting August 24th 2018 in Malaysia, at a recommended retail price of RM3,699 and RM4,599 for the 128GB and 512GB models respectively.

The device will be offered in Midnight Black and Metallic Copper with matching S Pen colours, and Ocean Blue with a Yellow S Pen.

For more information about the Galaxy Note9, visit:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-note9/
.

Samsung Galaxy Note9 Product Specifications

Galaxy Note9

Display

6.4-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED, 2960×1440 (516ppi)

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

*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ (WQHD+) in Settings

Camera

Rear: Dual Camera with Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

– Wide-angle: Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF, F1.5/F2.4, OIS

– Telephoto: 12MP AF, F2.4, OIS

– 2X optical zoom, up to 10X digital zoom

Front: 8MP AF, F1.7

Body

161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8mm, 201g, IP68 (BLE S Pen: 5.7 x 4.35 x 106.37mm, 3.1g, IP68)

*Carrying an IP68 dust and water resistance rating. Based on test conditions of submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes

AP

10nm 64-bit Octa-core processor (Max. 2.7 GHz + 1.7 GHz)

10nm 64-bit Octa-core processor (Max. 2.8 GHz + 1.7 GHz)

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Memory

6GB RAM (LPDDR4), 128GB + MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

8GB RAM (LPDDR4), 512GB + MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

*May differ by market and mobile operator

*User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.

SIM Card

Single: one Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

Hybrid: one Nano SIM and one Nano SIM or one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Battery

4,000mAh

Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless

Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC

Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA

*May differ by market and mobile operator

OS

Android 8.1 (Oreo)

Network

Enhanced 4×4 MIMO, 5CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM,

Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo*, Glonass, BeiDou*)*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited.

Payment

NFC, MST

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Sensors

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

Hall Sensor, Heart Rate Sensor, Proximity Sensor, RGB Light Sensor, Iris Sensor, Pressure Sensor

Authentication

Lock Type: Pattern, Pin, Password

Biometric Lock Types: Iris Scanner, Fingerprint Scanner, Facial RecognitionIntelligent scan: Combines iris scan and face recognition for convenient unlocking and in some cases provides enhanced security for certain authentication services

Audio

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

Video

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


Samsung Lends Support to Local Budding Entrepreneurs via Global Startup Acceleration Program

Today more and more of creative entrepreneurs are deciding to set up businesses across the globe; and behind every successful entrepreneur, there are stories of mentorship, support, knowledge sharing and networking. Every bit of experience that mentors provide their mentees is invaluable and makes a powerful difference in their future.

In view of this, Samsung has kick-started its annual Employee Volunteer Program under the theme ‘Global Startup Acceleration Program’ for the year 2018. The program is a collaborative effort with the Ministry Youth and Sports Malaysia, International Youth Center (IYC) Kuala Lumpur, StartupMalaysia and Malaysian Youth Council. Held at the International Youth Centre (IYC) Kuala Lumpur, the business boot camp saw its participants being mentored by 35 volunteering experts and engineers from Samsung Headquarters. Participants were trained in the areas of business problem-solving such as marketing, engineering, design, business strategy, and more.

“There are so many ambitious startups that have seen beyond impressive growth; and as a company that supports the idea of chasing after your dream and making it happen, we at Samsung want to do as much as we can to help budding entrepreneurs realise their ambitions. From this Program, we hope that our participants have been given a boost, and that their business dreams will soon become reality,” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

“Our on-going vision is to ‘Inspire the World, Create the Future’. Through initiatives such as this, we believe that these rookie businesses have been given a stepping stone forward, towards a future that all of us dream of. We will continue to help our surrounding communities to the best of our capabilities. To all graduating participants of the Program, I wish you all the very best in your future endeavours,” concluded Yoonsoo Kim.

Throughout the 5-day program, a total of 13 participating Malaysian startups were divided into seven teams according to their industries such as education, agriculture, fashion, and more. The goal that mentors had in mind prior to the boot camp was to help participants understand their startups’ vision, needs, business models, and industry challenges. Upon the conclusion of the program, each startup team was given the opportunity to pitch their ideas to panels, and top three selected business models have been arranged to receive extended support through StartupMalaysia for six months.

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“Winning this acceleration program is something we never expected so you can imagine our thrill when we heard our names being called out. We appreciate this opportunity presented by Samsung and the partners as our vision for our company is now clearer and we are excited to scale our business. This program is unique from others because it focuses on the exact needs of the business, which is exactly what startups require in order to develop in the right direction. The mentors were enthusiastic from beginning to end, giving us the motivation to excel further. We truly believe that the key ingredient to becoming a successful entrepreneur is passion; profit-making is secondary and will eventually happen so long as the products and/or services offered are solid” said Rashid Jamiran, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Go Coach.

Go Coach is a web-based matching platform that connects sports enthusiasts and coaches to create an exciting sporting experience. The company offers affordable coaching prices that players can opt for based on their budgets. It also provides a pool of certified and qualified coaches, catering to the users’ wants and needs. The creators of Go Coach plans to expand its application across five major cities in Malaysia thus increasing user-base.

The Samsung Global Startup Acceleration Program is an international initiative, spanning across India, Indonesia, Nepal, South Africa, and Malaysia. Participants were selected by the Samsung mentors themselves, who had to consider various factors such as the participants’ motivation for starting their business, their passion and business models.

For more information about the Samsung Global Startup Acceleration Program in Malaysia, please visit
https://gsap2018my.org/
.


Samsung’s Senangnya Raya Campaign Rewards Consumers with New and Luxurious Prizes

40 lucky contestants battled it out in Samsung’s Senangnya Raya Race to take home brand-new sets of wheels from Mercedes, Honda and Vespa

Winning a new set of wheels is a dream for many, and 40 lucky contestants competed in Samsung’s Senangnya Raya Race to turn that dream into reality. With three luxurious Mercedes cars, five Honda HRVs and 20 Vespa motorcycles to take home, the contestants participated with overflowing enthusiasm and determination.

The Samsung’s Senangnya Raya Campaign was organised with the objective of creating touch points with the public who purchased selected Samsung Galaxy mobile devices, tablets or wearables from any participating Samsung authorised dealers from 24th May 2018 to 24th June 2018.

The top three winners of the Samsung Senangnya Raya Race 2018 at the prize-giving ceremony.

A total of 230 lucky winners who won consolation prize have been selected through a draw, and announced in July 2018.

“Congratulations to all the contestants who participated in the campaign and we hope it has given you much excitement and memories! At Samsung, we are pleased to give away these Raya gifts worth RM2,000,000 to our very loyal customers. This campaign allows us to show our appreciation to customers for their continuous support, while also rewarding them. We are delighted to be part of this milestone in their lives,” said Mr Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Needless to say, the 28 winners were thrilled to receive the keys to their brand-new ride. Not one finalist went home empty-handed, as the remaining 12 contestants received consolations prizes (Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro & Fast Charge Battery Pack) for displaying strong spirits during the race.

“I am really excited right now, what a great way for Samsung to engage with their customers. My husband bought a new Galaxy J4 for my father as a surprise gift, therefore qualifying me for the race. As a long-time Samsung supporter and currently a Galaxy S9+ user, I couldn’t be happier with my decision to be on the Samsung team. Thank you Samsung for your continuous offerings of theses amazing rewards!” said Shanty A/P Mekkanathan, who took home the grand prize, a Mercedes GLC200 AMG.

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For more information about Samsung Malaysia and its latest news, visit
www.samsung.com/my/
.


The Note Legacy: A Story of Pioneers

The Note was conceptualized based on consumer insights and innovations, designed to inspire more creativity outputs and digital consumptions than one could ever imagine. This device kick started the large-screen trends and pen computing; with the aim to combine both power and design sophistication into one.

As the latest addition of the Note legacy is set to be unveiled in a week, let’s briefly reminisce and explore the evolution of the mobile device that created a class of its own during the era of tiny handsets.

Launched in September 2011, Samsung unveiled its first Galaxy Note equipped with a 5.3-inch Super AMOLED HD (800p) screen. It defied the common expectation at the time when thinner, lighter and smaller phones were the trend in the industry.

Adding to that, it brought the stylus back and gave us its signature S Pen improved in every single way possible.

After the success of the original Galaxy Note, the Galaxy Note2 had to be bigger and better in almost each and every aspect. It introduced new features such as the multi-window feature which enhanced productivity on-the-go, Air View that previews the content by hovering the pen above the screen and the button on the S-Pen that enables functions of quick commands.

For the Galaxy Note3, Samsung continued to push the limit for improvement in its hardware and design, once again creating plenty of firsts in the series. The screen size jumped up to 5.7 inches with a 1080p full HD resolution.

From its predecessor’s 8-megapixels camera, the Note3 had a 13-megapixel camera at its rear that could shoot 4K videos, which created another first for the series. Moreover, its design was elevated to a premium look by the leather backing with stitching on the sides.

The Galaxy Note4 became a true powerhouse during its time because of its improved specs and features. Not only did it feature a Quad-HD resolution, a fingerprint sensor embedded into the home button made it even more unique as well.

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Arriving with a metal-trimmed frame design that gave a premium look to it, the Note 4’s powerful performance on its hardware brought multi-tasking abilities to a new level as well.

Considering all the high performances that the predecessors had demonstrated, one would think that it would have been a challenge for Galaxy Note5 to be the next best. However, when the Galaxy Note5 came into the market, it represented a premium look with an appealing design through its metal frame and glass backing, a well-balanced screen-to-body size ratio, and its power for productivity through enhanced software and upgraded signature S Pen. The S Pen adopted an auto-eject mechanism, which mimicked the click with a pen; and it also had a Screen Off Memo application.

After that, Galaxy Note8 came about with a mission to ‘Do Bigger Things’. It continued to offer optimal user experiences through its innovative display, design, and technologies. As of now, the Galaxy Note8’s 6.3 inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display is Samsung’s largest screen, allowing you to see more and scroll less.

The S Pen unlocks Live Messaging features that enable users to express and communicate in unique ways. It is also the first smartphone with two 12-megapixel rear cameras that has a dual optical image stabilization feature.

The Samsung Galaxy Note has definitely been a conversation starter ever since its launch, always remaining at the top of the game. It continues to be Samsung’s most powerful and feature-packed device with numerous firsts of its age.

Inspired by what matters most to people, Samsung continues to push the boundaries of what technology can offer to help people to achieve what they can’t. Coming together with the most advanced thinking, creation and engineering, the next Galaxy Note will define what’s “powerful enough to keep up with you”.

Stay tuned to watch the next Note legacy being Unpacked, as we’ve said time and time again: A lot can change in a day.


The Super Powerful Galaxy Note9: For Those Who Want it All

With all-day performance, a new S Pen and intelligent camera, nothing keeps up with your life like Galaxy Note9

Samsung announced the latest addition to its premium Note series with Galaxy Note9. The Note series has been recognized for including the company’s latest groundbreaking innovations, and Galaxy Note9 builds on this legacy with a premium smartphone that delivers the ultimate in performance; a new S Pen with connectivity for the first time ever; and Samsung’s most intelligent camera yet.

“The Note has always been our showcase for premium technology and industry-defining innovation, and Galaxy Note9 is no exception. It’s designed for a level of performance, power and intelligence that today’s power users want and need,” said DJ Koh, President and CEO of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics.

“Note fans are Samsung’s most loyal; we know they want it all, to get the most out of work and play, and Galaxy Note9 is the only phone that can keep up with their busy lives.”

All Day Performance

People rely on their smartphones for almost everything they do – all-day, every day. They need a phone that can keep up without having to find the nearest outlet to recharge, delete pictures to free up storage for their next snap, anxiously wait for their video to download before boarding their flight, or deal with any lag time when gaming. They need a phone that won’t let them down and Galaxy Note9 delivers.

All Day Battery
: Galaxy Note9’s 4,000mAh battery, the largest ever on a flagship Galaxy phone for long-lasting power to use all-day to talk, text, play games and watch movies from morning to night.

Store More, Delete Less
: Galaxy Note9 is available with two internal storage options – choose from 128GB or 512GB. And with the ability to insert a microSD card, Galaxy Note9 is 1TB ready to have peace of mind knowing there is enough room for favorite photos, videos and apps.

Speed and Power
: Galaxy Note9 is a super powerful smartphone with cutting-edge 10nm processor and support for the fastest network speeds available in the market (up to 1.2 gigabits per second) to stream and download without slowing down. Galaxy Note9 also includes an industry-leading and Samsung developed Water Carbon Cooling system and on-device AI-based performance adjusting algorithm to deliver the powerful yet stable performance.

The Evolution of the S Pen

The S Pen is the signature feature of the Note series – it’s how users have made their mark, and how Samsung has expanded the notion of what a smartphone can do. What began as a tool for writing and drawing is now putting more power and control in their hands.

Now with Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE) support, the new S Pen delivers an entirely new way to use the Note. With just a click, it’s now possible to take selfies and group pictures, present slides, pause and play video, and more. Developers can even integrate the S Pen’s new, advanced BLE functionalities into their apps later this year.

The Intelligent Camera That Makes Pictures Perfect

It can be hard to take a picture that looks just like the ones the pros take – but it shouldn’t be. Galaxy Note9 builds on Samsung’s industry-leading camera technologies with new capabilities that take the work out of getting the perfect picture.

Scene Optimizer
: Galaxy Note9’s camera is Samsung’s smartest yet. It uses intelligence to identify elements of a photo, such as scene and subject, to automatically classify it into one of 20 categories and instantly optimize it based on the category. The result is a stunning, lifelike image with bold colors and dynamic definition.

Flaw Detection
: The first shot doesn’t always come out right, but the Galaxy Note9 lets users know if there’s something wrong, so they can take another picture without losing the moment. An immediate notification will appear if the image is blurry, the subject blinked, there is a smudge on the lens, or there’s backlight impacting the quality of the image.

Premium Camera
: With the unique combination of advanced intelligence features and leading premium hardware, Galaxy Note9’s camera is the best on the market. It comes with advanced noise reduction technology, and a Dual Aperture lens, which adjusts to light just like the human eye. No matter the lighting conditions, Galaxy Note9’s top-tier camera delivers a crystal-clear shot.

Premium Experiences: From Work to Play

The Infinity Display is the cornerstone of Samsung’s design heritage, and Galaxy Note9 has the largest edge-to-edge display ever on a Note. The 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display provides a truly immersive multimedia experience.

Galaxy Note9’s Infinity Display is complemented by stereo speakers, which are tuned by AKG, and ability to deliver Dolby Atmos® immersive audio for a life like experience.

Mobile video has never looked or sounded better than it does on Galaxy Note9. YouTube named Galaxy Note9 as a Signature Device able to deliver a best-in-class YouTube experience.

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Galaxy Note9 also delivers a PC-like experience with Samsung DeX. Users can work on presentations, edit photos, and watch their favorite show all powered by their phone. Experience Samsung DeX with easy-to-carry HDMI adapters .

When connected to a monitor, Galaxy Note9 can power a virtualized desktop and even serve as a fully-functional second screen. Take notes with the S Pen while watching a video, or use Galaxy Note9 as a trackpad, to right-click, drag and drop, and use multiple windows on a monitor. It’s never been easier to be more productive.

Galaxy and Beyond

The premium Galaxy technologies come standard with Note9: fast wireless charging, IP68 water and dust resistance and Samsung services such as Samsung Health and Samsung Pay. Galaxy Note9 features Samsung’s trusted, defense-grade Knox security platform and biometric security options including fingerprint scanning, iris scanning and facial recognition capabilities to keep important information safe.

Galaxy Note9 opens up a world of possibilities – it’s a portal to the full Samsung ecosystem of devices and services. For instance, use Galaxy Note9 and SmartThings to control connected devices, or get more done with Bixby , a personalized, intelligent assistant. And with the launch of Galaxy Note9, Samsung is making it easier to enjoy music with a new long-term partner, Spotify .

The partnership makes Spotify easily accessible to seamlessly sync and transfer music, playlists and podcasts across Galaxy Note9, Galaxy Watch and Smart TV products.

Galaxy Note9 will be available starting August 24th, 2018 in Malaysia and will be offered in Midnight Black, Metallic Copper with matching S Pen, and Ocean Blue with a Yellow S Pen.

Model

Memory

Colour

RRP (RM)

Galaxy Note9

128GB

·         Ocean Blue

·         Midnight Black

·         Metallic Copper

RM3,699

512GB

·         Midnight Black

RM4,599

To celebrate its launch in Malaysia, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is proud to announce its limited-time pre-order promotion for Malaysians!

Customers who pre-order 512GB Galaxy Note9 will receive a complimentary Gear Sports, Gear Sport Strap and Wireless Charger Pad worth RM1,531. Meanwhile, for customers who pre-order 128GB Galaxy Note9 will receive a complimentary Gear Sports worth RM1,219.

For more information about this pre-order promotion of the new super powerful Samsung Galaxy Note9, visit
https://note9preorder.mysamsungcampaign.com/

For more information about Galaxy Note9, visit
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-note9/

Samsung Galaxy Note9 Product Specifications

Galaxy Note9

Display

6.4-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED, 2960×1440 (516ppi)

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

*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ (WQHD+) in Settings

Camera

Rear: Dual Camera with Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

– Wide-angle: Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF, F1.5/F2.4, OIS

– Telephoto: 12MP AF, F2.4, OIS

– 2X optical zoom, up to 10X digital zoom

Front: 8MP AF, F1.7

Body

161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8mm, 201g, IP68 (BLE S Pen: 5.7 x 4.35 x 106.37mm, 3.1g, IP68)

*Carrying an IP68 dust and water resistance rating. Based on test conditions of submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes

AP

10nm 64-bit Octa-core processor (Max. 2.7 GHz + 1.7 GHz)

10nm 64-bit Octa-core processor (Max. 2.8 GHz + 1.7 GHz)

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Memory

6GB RAM (LPDDR4), 128GB + MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

8GB RAM (LPDDR4), 512GB + MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

*May differ by market and mobile operator

*User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.

SIM Card

Single: one Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

Hybrid: one Nano SIM and one Nano SIM or one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Battery

4,000mAh

Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless

Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC

Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA

*May differ by market and mobile operator

OS

Android 8.1 (Oreo)

Network

Enhanced 4×4 MIMO, 5CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM,

Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo*, Glonass, BeiDou*)*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited.

Payment

NFC, MST

*May differ by market and mobile operator

Sensors

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

Hall Sensor, Heart Rate Sensor, Proximity Sensor, RGB Light Sensor, Iris Sensor, Pressure Sensor

Authentication

Lock Type: Pattern, Pin, Password

Biometric Lock Types: Iris Scanner, Fingerprint Scanner, Facial RecognitionIntelligent scan: Combines iris scan and face recognition for convenient unlocking and in some cases provides enhanced security for certain authentication services

Audio

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

Video

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


Tun M and Tun Siti’s LEGO Mural Unveiled at Carousell LEGO Art Exhibition

As Malaysians celebrate the country’s 61st independence day, Carousell, Republic of Bricks (ROB) and Sunway Pyramid Mall unveiled an array of unique murals built entirely from LEGO bricks celebrating our country.

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad and Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah’s LEGO mural is the highlight of the exhibition, beginning today to Sunday, 2 September 2018 at LG2, Central Avenue, Sunway Pyramid.

18 unique LEGO mosaics will also be on display, featuring interesting Malaysian moments, culture and sceneries, coupled with LEGO-themed activities for visitors by Carousell. LEGO fans can also connect with LEGO collectors across Malaysia on Carousell.

“The LEGO builders and fans have long traded and exchanged ideas via our platform and we in turn focus on creating authentic relationships with our communities. Naturally, Merdeka is the perfect opportunity for us to engage the LEGO fan community while celebrating 61 years of independence which highlights their creativity,” said Tang Siew Wai, Country Head of Carousell Malaysia.

Siew Wai added that hobbyists and enthusiasts could buy exclusive LEGO collections on Carousell. “To date, we have approximately 1 million LEGO listings on Carousell. This includes exquisite and scarce pieces of LEGO items to suit the user’s needs.”

“Sunway Pyramid has always been a strong supporter of the creative arts, advocating a variant of artists to display their pieces in our mall. Our collaboration with Carousell and ROB is part of our continuous efforts to offer a variety of activities to our shoppers especially on this very significant Merdeka celebration,” said Amy Hoo Ooi Mei, Senior Manager – Marketing of Sunway Pyramid.

“Matching different LEGO pieces to build this mural resembles the diversification of our culture and races living together in peace and harmony. The murals were built by artists from ROB to convey our love for our country and promote creativity with bricks. Carousell and Sunway Pyramid have been supportive partners in developing the community, and we hope that through this initiative, more will follow suit and develop their interest by joining our LEGO community on Carousell,” said Zen Chan Yang Shan, President of ROB.

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A total of 166,888 pieces of LEGO bricks were used for the portraits displayed at the event, with 9,216 pieces used for Tun M and Tun Siti’s mural which was built by members of ROB.

ROB is a LEGO fan interest and networking group that focuses on LEGO projects, events and display in Malaysia. Over the years, the group has gathered LEGO hobbyists across the country to learn and share their passion. At present, the group has over 1,000 members that consist of enthusiasts from all walks of life.

For more information, visit Carousell on
www.facebook.com/carousell.my
, or download the Carousell app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.


5 Benefits You’ll Only Get If You Are a Selangor Resident

If you’re living in Selangor, the chances are you’ve missed out on a lot of
benefits that are only for Selangor residents
. These are benefits that will make non-Selangorians green with envy – talk about exclusivity.

Skim Peduli Sihat

Families living in Selangor with a household income of no more than RM3,000 a month can receive up to RM500 for their medical expenses. However, there are several terms and conditions, of course.

To be eligible for this Skim Peduli Sihat, you have to be living in the state of Selangor for more than 10 years, and a husband and wife with two children below 21 years of age with a household income of no more than RM3,000, OR you are an individual above the age of 21 with a monthly individual income of no more than RM1,500.

If you successfully apply for the scheme, you will receive a “Peduli Sihat” health card that enables you to receive the treatments at 1,000 participating clinics in the state.

Skim Bantuan Asuhan Rakyat

If you have a toddler that’s aged four years and below who is attending a nursery or daycare center, then you’ll benefit from receiving RM100 per month to help provide some relief on the fees. To apply, you or your spouse will have to be born and living in Selangor (or for at least five years if you’re not born there), you have a household income of no more than RM2,500 for one child or no more than RM3,000 for two children, and both you and your spouse are working full-time.

Khidmat Bas Selangorku Percuma

No car, no problem. The Selangorku bus provides free transportation in the three major areas of Selangor: Shah Alam, Subang Jaya, and Klang. Just get on the bus, no need car lah!

Selangorku House

No car, no problem. No house? Less problem. The Selangorku House is an initiative by the Selangor government to ensure that you can afford a low-cost house (if you live in Selangor).

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To be eligible for this affordable housing, you must: be 18 years old and above, have a monthly income between RM3,001 to RM8,000, not own any residential property in Selangor. If you do apply, the house must only be occupied by you (and family), not for rental purposes!

Free Wi-fi with #SmartSelangor

You read that right. There is a total of 300 spots around Selangor that have free Wi-Fi hotspots for internet accessibility. The hotspots are mostly focused in areas with larger number of people from the lower income group, though the government is looking to increase the number of hotspots in the state.

* This article was written by Lord Tan from
CompareHero.my
, a site dedicated to increasing financial literacy and helping you save time and money by
comparing credit cards
,
personal loans
, and
broadband plans in Malaysia.


Capture the Best “Mirror Selfie” to Win a Trip to South Korea!

Attention all beauty enthusiasts! Do you want to be a part of a prominent beauty show, where you can learn all the K-beauty skills and secrets from your favourite Korean celebrities and experts, and take your mirror selfie photos to the next level? If the answer is yes, here’s your chance!

Through its Mirror Mirror Me Selfie contest, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is giving you the opportunity to be the next “Better Girl” and star on the popular Get it Beauty reality TV show.

“We believe everyone regardless of background, age, or upbringing; has the potential to unlock the finest version of themselves. All they need is the right key, and what better way to do that than through South Korea’s number one beauty show itself? ‘Get it Beauty’ has helped many fans be the best that they could be, and we want to send the most dedicated Malaysian fans to personally be a part of it. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the beauty secrets and skills from your favourite K-celebrities and experts!” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

With just a few simple steps, you could stand a chance to be a part of the “
Get It Beauty Better Girls School
” TV reality show with South Korean actor
Jung Hye-In
!

Here’s how you can win yourself an awesome trip to South Korea:

Capture a mirror selfie photo or video in your own unique way with any Samsung Galaxy smartphone.

Upload your photo onto Instagram with your creative caption

Include the hashtags:
#BetterGirlsMalaysia
,
#BetterYou
,
#WithGalaxy
,
#GalaxyFanWeeks
, and tag
@SamsungMalaysia

Lastly, in your post, tag one friend that you would like to share the experience with.

50 top winners will be announced via Samsung Malaysia’s official website and social media to attend an exclusive event in Kuala Lumpur together with one friend. They will enjoy the full K-beauty experience from make-up and hair do, self-styling, to best picture shoots.

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Besides learning the makeup tips from the local beauty experts and influencer, they will also have a small meet-and-greet session with a mysterious but well-known South Korean star.

Last but not least, three of these 50 winners will win an all-expense paid trip to South Korea, be on TV as a “Better Girl” on Get it Beauty with Jung Hye-In, and receive 4 days (3 nights) of K-beauty training from top celebrities and beauty experts of the programme.

What are you waiting for? 10,000 beauty kits from prominent beauty brands also will be given to the participants across the country, so pick up any Samsung Galaxy smartphone today and start posing for the best mirror selfie!

Don’t miss this chance to be a part of this glamorous experience. Contest starts today
27th September
, and ends on
21st October 2018
.

To understand more about Samsung’s Mirror Mirror Me Selfie contest, please visit:
www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile/mirror-mirror-me/


Carousell Partners Boost, PostCo to Deliver Convenient Experience to Malaysians

Strategic partnerships with payment and logistics providers underline the company’s commitment to Malaysia.

Carousell Malaysia, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing classifieds marketplace is making it even easier to buy and sell on the marketplace. Carousell has teamed up with strategic partners, Boost and PostCo, to address payment and logistics across Malaysia.

Boost, a homegrown e-wallet that allows payment without the hassle of cash, and PostCo, a logistics company that delivers parcels through its network of more than 1,000 locations which include cafes, pharmacies and stores, inked a cross-promotional partnership deal with Carousell in August.

The promotion includes Cashback Rewards for purchases made on Carousell with Boost, as well as a special delivery rate for Carousellers who choose the delivery option via PostCo.

“This is a stepping stone for Carousell Malaysia to provide an end-to-end service for our users. We are committed to creating value for our users and make it more convenient to buy and sell. This trial phase has seen a positive response from users, and we will continue looking for opportunities to improve our marketplace and services to Malaysian Carousellers,” said Tang Siew Wai, Country Head of Carousell Malaysia.

He added that the partnership will run till the end of September, but the company has not ruled out a long-term deal.

Carousell continues to gain traction in Malaysia. For the month of August, it saw total transactions and listings grow by 20% and 30% respectively from the previous month. Response to the strategic nationwide collaboration has been encouraging, with PostCo recording a 47% repeat in Carousellers utilising its delivery services just after a month of partnership and Boost seeing full redemptions in their promotional offers.

Carousell has more than 19 million listings for its Malaysian market as of June 2018, with over 5 million items sold on the marketplace. Globally, it has over 158 million listings and over 54 million items sold across all seven markets in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Australia.

Using the Boost App.

“This partnership marks another milestone in our journey to strengthen our leadership in the e-wallet space and enhance our offerings,” said Christopher Tiffin, Chief Executive Officer of Boost. “Boost simplifies your day-to-day operations by allowing you to manage your cash flow with just one app. With their engaged community and wide variety of marketplace offerings, collaborating with Carousell was a natural move for us. Since the start of our partnership to date, we’ve seen an almost four-fold increase in Boost mentions in Carousell.”

“Our partnership with Carousell provides their sellers with a unique avenue to deliver their items through our network of PostCo locations. It is great to see how much convenience it has offered to the community of sellers on Carousell. Once someone finds it convenient, they will continue to utilise the service for their remaining deliveries. Aside from sending, we also allow buyers to collect their parcels at a specified pick-up point at any time, be it before, during or after working hours. We believe that PostCo will also continue to play a pivotal role for Carousell users in a long run,” said Melisa Wang, Chief Operating Officer of PostCo.

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Steps on using PostCo

Carousell users can now buy from sellers that accept Boost as a payment option by easily entering the seller’s mobile number in the payment app, selecting the Carousell icon and inserting the purchase details. Moreover, sellers can have their first three parcels delivered from only RM1.90 when they send via PostCo.

For more information, follow Carousell on
https://my.carousell.com
 or download the Carousell app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.

About Boost

Boost is a homegrown lifestyle e-wallet that aims to revolutionise the way consumers transact on a daily basis. Combining lifestyle needs and cutting edge digital technology, Boost strives to make transactions easier, faster, more secure & overall a more rewarding experience for consumers.

Boost officially launched in January 2017 as a platform that digitised one of the telco’s core services – the way prepaid users top up their mobile credit. Boost allows users to pay via their mobile phone at participating locations without the hassle of using physical cash or cards. More than 3 million Boost users can now pay at more than 35,000 touchpoints nationwide.

Key features include:

Cashback

Paying utility bills with partners such as Telekom Malaysia, Astro and Syabas

Paying for parking (most major streets around Klang Valley)

Instant rewards through “Shake” feature

Donations to #DoGoodwithBoost

Buying and gifting digital vouchers for online merchants, F&B outlets, entertainment,health & beauty

Splitting bills through unique feature “Go Dutch”

Buying prepaid top up

Free money transfers

Android users can download Boost from the Play Store while iOS users can download from the App Store.

For more information, check out the website at
https://www.myboost.com.my/
 or follow Boost on
Facebook
 and
Instagram
.

About PostCo

PostCo provides a convenient way to collect, send and return your parcel at nearby local stores instead of the post office. We have a network of more than 1000+ partner locations based in petrol stations, pharmacies, cafes and other local shops across Malaysia and Singapore.


Celcom Game Hero Crowns its ‘Endless Trials’ Champion

History has been made once again with Muhammad Nazir bin Basri taking home the grand cash prize of RM100,000 in Malaysia’s largest mobile game tournament, ‘Celcom Game Hero – Endless Trials’. Mastering multiple levels of Endless Trials, Nazir is 31 years old from Klang, Selangor topped nine other finalists with a whopping 6,290 top score in an intense one-hour live showdown.

Claiming the second prize was 29-year-old Mohd Farhan bin Hassin, from Kota Bahru, Kelantan with 6,245 score who snatched the RM60,000 cash prize, while Mohd Sabree bin Junyul (27) from Klang took the third place and RM40,000 cash prize with a close 6,235 score. Finalists in the 4th-6th place received a cash prize of RM 10,000, and 7th – 10th place finalists received RM5,000.

The 10 Finalists took their shot in battling out for their chance at the grand cash prize after being at the top of the leader board, from an overwhelming number of players nationwide, over the course of four months.

Celcom Game Hero cash prizes were presented by Zuwairi Zakaria, Head of Pricing and Retail Marketing of Celcom Axiata Berhad and Dato’ Lion Peh, Chief Executive Officer of Techninier Sdn Bhd at Menara Celcom.

Celcom’s partnership with Techninier Sdn Bhd highlights the importance of bringing new and innovative experiences for customers, and players can continue to experience the awesome moments with the latest tournament: Celcom Game Hero — Knight Clash.

Featured as a scrolling runner game, the premise is set with a valiant knight and his trusty steed, who face ferocious foes and treacherous traps in order to smash through the enemy gates and save the princess. Mobile gamers from casual players to expert gamers just need to gain a high score by collecting points and rescuing the princess, to be placed in the leader boards and be in the running for cash prizes.

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For more information on Celcom Game Hero’s fifth mobile game tournament — ‘Knight Clash’, visit
www.gamehero.my
.


Come One, Come ALL for the First Ever honor Fan Fest in Malaysia!

Attention to ALL honor Play and honor 10 users, honor Fans and festival-goers: Rock the night with us to celebrate with your favorite celebrities and win TONS of exciting prizes on the 21st of September 2018 – Admission is FREE!

Following the successful introduction of the honor 10 and honor Play in Malaysia recently, honor, the leading smartphone e-brand, will be hosting its first-ever honor Fan Fest 2018 on the 21st of September 2018 to celebrate and reward users of the two latest smartphone models. Users of the two models are able to access the event for absolutely free-of-charge.

Set to happen at 7pm, in the dazzling Glasshouse at Seputeh, those who are attending the honor fan fest will have the opportunity to hang out with renowned celebrities, such as popular event host Hunny Madu, talented composer and singer Altimet and Nabila Razali, as well as famous Malaysian female DJ Elizabeth Wa.

As this honor fan fest event is open to public, honor Fans and others who are keen to access the festival can register
here
 for free to be treated to one of the best visual-and-auditory-simulation experiences of a lifetime!

Festival-goers can also stand a chance to win amazing gifts throughout the event, such as a unit of the brand-new gaming smartphone honor Play, by capturing the most creative photo during the event and posting in on their Instagram account, along with the hashtag #HonorFanFestMalaysia.

On top of that, main lucky draw prizes up for grabs for the evening is a unit of honor’s most recent flagship device with dazzling aurora sheen, the honor 10 and another additional unit of the honor Play, courtesy of honor Malaysia.

In addition to these exciting activities, members of the exclusive honor Club are up for a treat to win special gifts as honor will be rewarding the Most Loyal honor Malaysian Fan, the Most Active honor Club Member, and Best Attire Award – so make sure to dress-up in your best colorful outfit to win!

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Detailed information on prizes are listed below:

Programme

Activity

Prizes

Fan Awards

Most Loyal Fan

Most Active Honor Club Member

Best Attire Award (Theme: Colorful)

Special Gifts

Snap & Win Contest

1. Snap a creative photo at the honor Fan Fest

2. Post on your Instagram account and use the hashtag #HonorFanFestMalaysia

3. Set your Instagram profile to public

1 unit of Honor Play

Lucky Draw

Simply drop your ticket stub at the registration counter and be the lucky winner!

Lucky Draw ends by 9.30pm

1 unit of Honor Play

1 unit of Honor 10

Existing users of the honor 10 and honor Play are not required to register but those who are keen are urged to register
here
 to gain complimentary-for-all access to the most elaborated honor party in Malaysia.

For more information on honor Malaysia, please visit honor’s official e-commerce website and information portal at
http://hihonor.com/my
, honor Malaysia’s official shop on Shopee at
https://shopee.com.my/honormy.officialstore
, or drop by their official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/HonorMY/
 for more exciting updates.

We look forward to seeing you there!


Convergence Business Summit & Expo Returns to Singapore

The only international event that explores the relationship between business, people and the latest world changing emerging technology.

Convergence returns to Singapore for the seventh event in the series, at The Pavilion, Far East Square, CBD, Singapore, 10-11 November 2018.

“Emerging Technology Business Summit, Expo & Networking.”

Convergence 007 Programme

Saturday 10 November

Business Summit: 12:30pm – 7:30pm

VIP Networking: 7:30pm – 10pm

Sunday 11 November

Expo Trade Show: 12:30pm – 7pm

Investors & Founders Networking: 7pm – 10pm

Convergence Business Summit & Expo is the only B2B event that explores the relationship between business, people and combined emerging technologies like VR, AI, robotics, AR, 3D printing, IoT, M2M, gaming, wearable technology, digital transformation (DX), cybersecurity, cloud services, big data, drones and blockchain.

Convergence; where CEOs meet developers, where policy makers meet tech executives, where engineers meet educators, where founders meet investors, where multi-national brands meet hot talent and partners.

Convergence Expo Trade Show

The Convergence Expo is a very rare chance to try hands-on some of the latest technology from across the region. Meet the leading technology producers of some of these disruptive technologies like VR, AR, Robotics and learn about Artificial Intelligence, IoT, machine learning, digital transformation and the impact of Industry 4.0 and the 4th Transformation on your career, industry and customers.

Convergence Invest in Tech

Convergence is excited to announce a new event: Invest in Tech connecting investors with the best of the region’s emerging technology producers. Ten companies will be presenting sound investment opportunities to private investors and companies on Day 2 of Convergence.

Bringing together the biggest conference speaker line-up of international and local experts, thought leaders and disruptors.

Convergence 07 will have 30+ speakers including (more big announcements coming soon):

Samantha Payne (UK)
, Co-Founder, Open Bionics who’s company is a convergence of Robotics, 3D Printing, MedTech and Games Design, helping children and adults with robotic prosthetics.

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Chris Bobotis (Canada)
, Global Director Immersive, Adobe Systems who will be show casing their new AR / VR / 360 tools in the Immersive Dome Cinema.

Dr Jeff Evenson (New York)
, Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer, Corning (USA) who are producing “cloud smart glass” technology. Covering IoT, Manufacturing, Digital Transformation, Hardware, Property, Infrastructure.

Lin Kayser (Germany)
, CEO at Hyperganic Technologies. Board Advisor, Isar Aerospace. Leader in 3D Printing, Robotics, AI and Aerospace, Manufacturing, Energy.

Scott Jones (USA)
, Partner, SingularityNET. Managing Director, Six Kin Development. Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Digital, Innovation, Blockchain.

Anthony Bargar (USA)
, Former Senior Cyber Strategy Advisor USA Dept., of Defense, Intelligence Community. US Homeland Security Infrastructure and National Teleco programs, National Security Council, Finance Industry Exec.

Prof. Shuzhi Sam Ge (SNG)
, Director, Social Robotics Lab, National University of Singapore. Editor in Chief, International Journal of Social Robotics.

Dr Pauline Tay (SNG)
, Deputy Director, National Research Foundation (NRF). Innovation, Government Policy, SWITCH, Deep Technology, DX.

Lawrence Chong (SNG)
, CEO, Consulus. Global Innovation Consultancy meet the challenges of Industry 4.0. Now present in 16 countries that inc. USA, Italy and Sri Lanka.

Francis Goh (SNG)
, CEO Hehsed. Innovation, digital customer experiences and digital transformation strategy, digital human capital, digital social & marketing strategy.

Full speakers line-up on our website:

https://convergence.events/conference/singapore-speakers-nov-2018


DJI Ushers in New Era for Drones with the Mavic 2 Pro and Zoom

Mavic 2 Series FeaturesTwo Industry First Camera Options With New Intelligent Features And Optimized Flight Performance

DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, today introduced a new era for camera drones with two additions to its iconic Mavicseries: Mavic 2 Pro, the world’s first drone with an integrated Hasselblad camera, and Mavic 2 Zoom, the world’s first foldable consumer drone with optical zoom capability.

The Mavic 2 is the most advanced DJI camera drone ever built, designed for professionals, aerial photographers and content creators. Incorporating the iconic folding design of the world’s most popular Mavic Pro, the Mavic 2 is a powerful platform with new gimbal-stabilized cameras and advanced intelligent features like Hyperlapse and ActiveTrackfor easier and more dynamic storytelling.

With an impressive flight time of up to 31 minutes and a more stable video transmission system, Mavic 2 delivers the optimal flight experience for capturing epic shots.

“When the Mavic Pro was launched two years ago, it redefined the way people looked at a drone and expanded possibilities for creators around the world,” said Kevin On, DJI’s Global Director of Communication at the launch. “Today, we enter a new era of aerial photography with the introduction of DJI’s new flagship product, the Mavic 2 series. The Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom will enable photographers and videographers to take their inspirations to the air quickly and elevate their creative ideas to new heights.”

Mavic 2 Pro: Superior Image Quality with Hasselblad

Co-engineered in partnership with Hasselblad, the world’s leader in medium format photography, the Mavic 2 Pro is the world’s first drone with an integrated Hasselblad camera for outstanding image quality with superior light and color performance. Housing a 1-inch CMOS sensor with a 10-bit Dlog-M color profile, the camera captures four times as many levels of color per channel compared to Mavic Pro to provide maximum flexibility for photo and video editing.

The Mavic 2 Pro can capture 20-megapixel aerial shots with utmost color accuracy using Hasselblad’s unique Hasselblad Natural Color Solution (HNCS) technology, while an adjustable aperture from f/2.8-f/11 provides more control across a wide variety of lighting conditions. With 4K 10-bit HDR support, the Mavic 2 Pro can be plugged into a 4K TV with HLG and will play back footage with the right color tones.

Mavic 2 Zoom: A Dynamic Perspective with Optical and Digital Zoom

Powered by a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor, the Mavic 2 Zoom is DJI’s first foldable consumer drone with zoom, providing a dynamic perspective that ushers in a new era of creative storytelling. With the Mavic 2 Zoom, you can get closer to your subject at a moment’s notice by combining two-times optical zoom (24-48mm) with two-times digital zoom to simulate a 96mm telephoto lens that captures lossless video in full HD resolution.

Hybrid auto-focus on the Mavic 2 Zoom combines phase and contrast detection for higher focus accuracy with an increased focus speed of up to 40% faster than before. Shoot vivid 12-megapixel photos or take advantage of the new Super Resolution feature that uses optical zoom to automatically capture and stitch nine photos together for a highly detailed 48-megapixel image, making it an ideal option for landscape photography.

Exclusive to the Mavic 2 Zoom, the new Dolly Zoom QuickShot mode opens a new visual language for storytelling that was previously reserved for professional cinematographers. It creates an other worldly warped perspectiveby automatically zooming in as it flies away from its subject, keeping the subject the same size while the full background of the scene is revealed.

Mavic 2 Series: DJI’s New Flagship Consumer Drone with Powerful Camera Options

Both cameras capture vivid 4K ultra-high definition video with extreme detail, recording at a maximum bitrate of 100 megabits per second using the H.265 compression codec to give you an exceptional degree of latitude in post-production workflows. For photographers, new Enhanced High Dynamic Range capabilities blend a sequence of photos for ghost-free high dynamic range, giving the Mavic 2 Pro an impressive 14 stops of dynamic range and Mavic 2 Zoom up to 13 stops.

New Intelligent Tools ForEpic, Cinematic Shots

The Mavic 2 is the ultimate tool for aerial content creation with new intelligent flight modes that make capturing professional-quality results almost effortless. A new Hyperlapse feature produces establishing shots that show the passing of time, which you can share to social media immediately.

JPEG and RAW photos can be simultaneously saved on a Micro SD card or the internal storage, leaving more room for post editing.

Choose between Circle, Course Lock, Waypoint or Free mode to create timelapses with a simple tap of a buttonin the DJI GO 4 Mobile App:

Free – pilots the drone manually while shooting a Hyperlapse video.

Circle- automatically flies the drone in a circular pattern around a subject you select to create a timelapse video that captures the action.

Course Lock- keeps the camera fixed on shooting subject while the drone flies in a straight direction to create a unique perspective.

Waypoint- plans a complex flight path based on both altitude and GPS coordinates to capture complex shots.

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Keeping a moving subject in the frame is now easier than ever with ActiveTrack 2.0. This enhanced auto-track feature delivers a powerful combination of autonomous tracking and obstacle sensing capabilities never before seen in a DJI drone.

Using the main camera and the front dual vision cameras, the Mavic 2 creates a three-dimensional map of the areain front of it, and uses new trajectory algorithms to analyze motion and predict the subject’s path up to three seconds in the future.

When tracking a target, the Mavic 2 can recognize and avoid obstacles while shooting your target without interruption. It can stay on target, even if your subject momentarily goes behind an obstacle, and can track the subject at higher speeds of up to 44mph (72 km/h).

Safer, Smarter and Stable Flight

The Mavic 2 delivers autonomous flight capabilities that help you capture shots with even more confidence in complex environments. A fully upgraded Flight Autonomy system transmits data to a more powerful central processor for more accurate obstacle sensing and safer flight.

For the first time ever in a DJI drone, Mavic 2 has10 sensors on all sides of the aircraft to automatically detect obstacles in its path and help prevent collisions , allowing you to focus on capturing the perfect shot.

An improved Advanced Pilot Assistance System (APAS) allows the aircraft to analyze its surrounding environment and automatically fly around obstacles without stopping. In addition, the Mavic 2 has a Bottom Auxiliary Light that turns on automatically to ensure safe and precise landings in low-light situations.

A newly designed OcuSync 2.0 video transmission system enables a more stable connection between the drone and its remote controller. The system features stronger interference resistance and auto-switching capabilities that supports both 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz frequency bands with the capability to use different frequencies for uplink and downlink data streams.

It delivers 1080p video transmission feeds at a distance of up to 8km , allowing you to instantly edit and upload Full HD footage directly from the video cache in the DJI app in a wider variety of situations.

Original resolution photos in JPEG can be saved directly to your mobile device, so you can immediately share what you create without the need to transfer files from the drone.

Aerodynamic Design and Extended Flight Time

The Mavic 2’s redesigned, more aerodynamic airframereduces body drag by up to 19% compared to the Mavic Pro, allowing the Mavic 2 to fly at speeds of up to 44 mph (72 km/h) in Sport mode. Combined with a more efficient, quieter propulsion system and noise reducing propellers, the Mavic 2 has a maximum flight time of up to 31 minutes.

To ensure crisp photos and smooth,shake-free footage, the Mavic 2 houses an ultra-precise three-axis mechanical gimbal to stabilize its camera even during high-speed motion. Photos and videos can be saved directly to the drone using its 8 GB onboard storage.

All DJI users have control over how their data is stored and managed, as part of DJI’s commitment to protecting its customers’ data.

A redesigned remote controller features detachable control sticks for ease of storage and portability. The Mavic 2 is compatible with DJI Goggles with the gimbal (yaw) control range up to -75°¬– +75° in Head Tracking mode, offering users a more immersive FPV flight experience.

Price and Availability

The retail price of a Mavic 2 Pro, including the drone, battery, remote controller, charger, and four pairs of propellers, is RM6,599 (including SST). The retail price of a Mavic 2 Zoom, including the drone, battery, charger, remote controller and four pairs of propellers, is RM5,699 (including SST).

A Fly More Kit, including two additional batteries, a multi-battery charging hub, a car charger, a battery to power bank adapter, two pairs of propellers and a carrying bag, retails at RM1,399 (including SST). A gimbal replacement service exclusively for Mavic 2, will be available at a later date.

The Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom will be available in Malaysia from late September 2018 through DJI’s authorized sales channels including all ECS Astar Sdn Bhd authorized dealers as well as on Lazada.

For more information on all the new features and capabilities of the Mavic 2, please visit
https://www.dji.com/mavic-2
.


Do More, See More and Play More with New Galaxy Tab

Samsung tablets are designed to be portable productivity stations and to become a do-everything family device. From serving as a note-taking machine and creative tool to functioning as an e-reader and gaming centre, Samsung tablets are built with the most impressive display and powerful performance to deliver the ultimate productivity and entertainment experience.

Following its global release, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is proud to present its new generation of tablets, the Galaxy Tab S4 and Galaxy Tab A 10.5 which guarantees all-day productivity and non-stop entertainment.

With the Galaxy Tab S4, Samsung is introducing a premium tablet, equipped with stand-alone Samsung DeX that helps users perform their absolute best wherever they go. The Galaxy Tab A 10.5 on the other hand makes its debut with a refreshed design and enhanced parental controls.

“At Samsung, we believe tablets play an increasingly important role in making lives easier and improving the mobile experience for everyone. So in an age of iterative updates, we bring you the Galaxy Tab S4 and Tab A 10.5 to take the productivity, entertainment and connectivity to the next level. We look forward to providing our customers with a sense of leisure and comfort knowing that these new additions to our ecosystem of connected devices is also packed with features to help them stay entertained,” said Mr Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Galaxy Tab S4

If there is one value which captures the modern work culture, it is multitasking. Packed with best-in-class productivity and entertainment features, the Galaxy Tab S4 is designed to help users power through their work and make the most of every day.

As the first tablet to offer support for stand-alone Samsung DeX, the Galaxy Tab S4 gives users the option to switch from the Android interface to a desktop experience instantly. With Samsung DeX, user can open multiple desktop-style windows for your Android apps, including the Microsoft Office suite, directly on the Galaxy Tab S4, and re-size them when needed.

The Galaxy Tab S4 features a 10.5-inch, Super AMOLED display that delivers a larger, higher definition screen perfect for gaming or watching high-definition video.

When it comes to audio, it comes with four speakers tuned by AKG with Dolby Atmos® sound technology, which brings entertainment to life through moving audio that flows all around you.

Whether at the office, at home, or on-the-go, the Galaxy Tab S4 keeps users going with a 7,300mAh battery that provides up to 15 hours of video playback. Additionally, with Samsung Knox, Samsung’s defense-grade mobile security platform, customers and companies can ensure critical information is protected at multiple levels of the device.

IT managers can also tailor the employee interface to align with business needs.

Samsung’s S Pen comes in box with the Galaxy Tab S4 to satisfy even more productive needs. It offers users a great way to express their creativity and communicate.

They can take notes on the fly through the Screen-Off Memo feature, as well as navigate, translate and organize notes through Samsung Notes, and even send personalized texts through Samsung Live Message – all with the S Pen.

The Galaxy Tab S4 also features new and improved capabilities designed to manage your connected devices and lifestyle. The SmartThings app on the Galaxy Tab S4 makes it easy to monitor and control your smart home devices right from the tablet.

Plus, the Galaxy Tab S4’s Daily Board allows you to view your favourite photos and everyday information such as the weather, calendar and time in one, easy-to-access place.

Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018)

Whether you are lounging on the couch or enjoying a long drive with family, a tablet will keep you and the children entertained for hours. Featuring new family-friendly entertainment options and enhanced audio and visual features, the Galaxy Tab A 10.5 is ideal for enjoying your favourite movies, playing games, listening to music or browsing content making screen time a perfect time to share with friends and family.

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The Galaxy Tab A 10.5 boasts a wide 10.5-inch display featuring a generous 16:10 screen aspect ratio, offering a cinema-like entertainment experience that draws you in on the screen action. To complement its immersive display, four speakers are built into each corner of the tablet with support from Dolby Atmos®, which transforms your mobile entertainment experience with moving audio so you never have to miss out on any details even when you move your tab.

The Galaxy Tab A 10.5 also gives parents the control of managing content and usage time with Kids Mode, Samsung’s child-friendly tablet interface designed to make learning and entertainment simple, safe and fun. This mode features Kids Browser, Galaxy Apps for Kids and eight free child-friendly apps from family favourite brands.

Families can also use Multi User Mode on the Galaxy Tab A 10.5 to create various accounts on the same device, such as one account for a child with separate accounts for the parents – for greater functionality on a single tablet.

Managing the family and home has never been easier with the Galaxy Tab A 10.5 through enhanced connectivity features. Samsung’s Always On Daily Board brings integral daily information to one easy-to-view home hub including a clock, calendar and weather updates as well as a digital photo library.

Users can now also easily control their home environment from their family-friendly tablet with SmartThings2. Control your connected home appliances via SmartThings with the touch of a button. Whether you’re getting the kids ready for bed or need to turn up the heat during a rainy day, smart home controls make it easy to manage your connected home.

Users can choose to enhance their tablet experiences with the Charging Dock POGO4 which can be connected to either the Galaxy Tab S4 or the Galaxy Tab A 10.5 to allow the tablet to charge while simultaneously running Daily Board.

The Galaxy Tab S4 can also be attached to the Book Cover and Book Cover Keyboard which offer greater protection against shock to the device and provide a consistent look and feel for smartphones users.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 and Galaxy Tab A 10.5 are available at all Samsung Experience Stores and authorised dealers at RM3,099 and RM1,699 respectively. Both tablets come in two colour options: black and grey.

As part of the launch celebration, Samsung is offering a complimentary Book Cover for every purchase of the Galaxy Tab S4 and a complimentary Battery Pack for every purchase of the Galaxy Tab A 10.5 from 21st September until 31st October 2018, while stocks last.

For more information about the Galaxy Tab S4 and Galaxy Tab A 10.5, please visit

https://www.samsung.com/my/tablets/galaxy-tabs4-t835/SM-T835NZKAXME/

https://www.samsung.com/my/tablets/galaxy-taba-t590/SM-T595NZKAXME/

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Product Specifications

Galaxy Tab S4

Display

10.5” WQXGA (2560×1600) sAMOLED

Chipset

Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 835 Octa Core (2.35GHz + 1.9GHz)

LTE Support

LTE Cat.16 DLCA, 4X4 MIMO

Memory / Storage

4GB + 64GB, microSD up to 400GB
5

Camera

13MP AF with Flash + 8.0MP

Port

USB3.1 (Type C), POGO

Sensors

Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, RGB, Proximity, Iris Scanner, Hall Sensor

Wireless Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, MIMO, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth® 5.0

GPS

GPS + GLONASS
, BEIDOU
6
, GALILEO

Dimension, Weight

249.3 x 164.3 x 7.1mm

483g (LTE)

Battery

7,300mAh, Fast Charging

OS / Upgrade

Android 8.
1

Accessories

S Pen (included)

Video

Recording: UHD 4K (3840×2160) @ 30fps

Playback: UHD 4K (3840×2160) @ 60fps

Audio

4 speakers tuned by AKG, Dolby Atmos®

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018) Product Specifications

Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018)

Display

10.5” WUXGA (1920×1200) TFT LCD

Chipset

Octa Core (1.8GHz)

LTE Support

LTE Cat.6

Memory

3GB + 32GB, microSD up to 400GB
5

Camera

8MP AF + 5MP with Flash

Port

USB 2.0 (Type C)

Sensors

Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, RGB, Hall Sensor

Wireless Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth® 4.2

GPS

GPS + GLONASS + BeiDou
6

Dimension, Weight

260.0 x 161.1 x 8.0

534g (LTE)

Battery

7,300mAh

OS / Upgrade

Android 8.1

Video

Recording: FHD @ 30fps

Playback: FHD @ 60fps


eGG Network, PGL and Imba TV Partner to Present The Kuala Lumpur Major

eGG Network and co-organisers PGL and Imba TVare proud to presentThe Kuala Lumpur Major, the first Major status tournament for the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) 2018/2019 season. The Kuala Lumpur Major, which will be held from 16 to 18 November at Axiata Arena, is supported by the Ministry of Youth & Sports and National Sports Council of Malaysia. The tournament will see 16 international professional teams battling it out for total prize pool of US$1 million.

At the launch event today, Malaysia Youth and Sports Minister, YB Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman said: “Malaysia is among the ‘Big 6’ esports nations in Southeast Asia that account for over 98% of esports enthusiasts in this region. Southeast Asia is the fastest growing region for esports, with the number of esports enthusiasts expected to double to 19.8mn in 2019, from 9.5mn in 2016. Malaysia has the potential to be the region’s esports hub because our youths are passionate about esports.

Therefore, holding an international tournament such as The Kuala Lumpur Major is significant as it provides opportunities for our esports industry to be on par with the global best. The Ministry looks forward to closer cooperation with esports organisations to accelerate the developmentof esports in Malaysia. This is crucial as esports would become a competitive sport at the 2022 Asian Games.”

Lee Choong Khay, Chief of Sports, Astro said:
 “We are honored to have the support from the Ministry of Youth and Sports and National Sports Council of Malaysia for bringing the biggest Dota 2 tournament ever in Malaysia for fans in the region. eGG Network wants to develop a vibrant esports ecosystem for gamers in Malaysia and the region. Our talent and production team will work along side PGL and Imba TV to bring the best live esports viewing experience at Axiata Arena as well as coverage on eGG Network’s social platforms. Astro customers can also enjoy limited ticket pre-sale that begins on 11 September to 16 September, where our customers can enjoy a 20% discount on tickets to the Kuala Lumpur Major.”

SilviuStroie, CEO,PGL Esports:
 “We’re excited to bring the first Major tournament of the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC)2018/2019 season to Malaysia. There are no direct invites for Major and Minor tournaments this year, so it’ll be very exciting to see new and old teams battle their way to be among the 16 teams competing at The Kuala Lumpur Major for a share of the total prize tool of US$1 million. Get more details on the tournament at
www.thekualalumpurmajor.com
.”

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Weirong Shen, CEO, Imba TV:
 “Astro, PGL, and Imba TV will be cooperating for the first time to hold the Kuala Lumpur Major in Malaysia. On behalf of Imba TV, I wish this event a great success.”

The Kuala Lumpur Major is supported by: Ministry of Youth and Sports, National Sports Council of Malaysia; Official Sponsors: U Mobile, HyperX, KFC, Acer Predator; Official Partners: Secretlab, Thermaltake, Astro, ERA, Hitz, GoXuan.

U Mobile customers will get to buy tickets with 20% discount during an exclusive Pre-Sale, which starts from 12.00pm, 6 September 2018 until 16 September 2018, or while stocks last. U Mobile customers will be the only people to enjoy this benefit. More information can be found on
u.my/klmajor
 from 12pm, 6 September 2018 or on the factsheet attached.

Public ticket sales will begin later from 17 September onwards with limited tickets available at early bird prices. All ticketing and event details are available on
www.thekualalumpurmajor.com
.

3-Day Pass is available at
www.thekualalumpurmajor.com
 in 3 categories below:

Immortal (Regular Price: MYR600)

Reserved seating on the lower ring with the best view on stage (E-Redemption Ticket for Lanyard and Tag)

Goodie bag worth MYR150 with surprise gift

Lucky draw

Priority Lane for meet and greet with pro teams

Priority to purchase Secret Lab gaming chair at special price (For residence of Malaysia only, used by teams during earlier stages at the hotel, condition as is basis, no warranty provided)

Divine (Regular Price: MYR330)

Free seating on the lower ring (E-Ticket)

Lucky draw

Privilege to purchase Secret Lab gaming chair at special price, while stock last (For residence of Malaysia only, used by teams during earlier stages at the hotel, condition as is basis, no warranty provided)

Ancient (Regular Price: MYR180)

No frills, only 3 days of Dota 2 action

Free seating on the upper ring (E-Ticket)

The Kuala Lumpur Major Ticket Sales

U Mobile Pre-Sale

20% off

From 12:00pm 6 Sept-16 Sept or while stock last

Astro Pre-Sale

20% off

From 12:00am 11 Sept-16 Sept or while stock last

Early Bird

10% off

From 12:00am 17 Sept-30 Sept or while stock last

Regular Price

–

From 12:00am 1 Oct or earlier, while stock last


Honor Magic 2 Surprise Debut at IFA 2018

REAL Full View Display, AI Magic Slide, Kirin 980 and more amazing features packed in one smartphone

During the Honor Play launch event held on the eve of the IFA in Germany, Mr. George Zhao, President of Honor, unexpectedly unveiled the Honor Magic 2, the brand’s new flagship smartphone. Building on the success of the first-generation Honor Magic launched in 2016, the Honor Magic 2 boasts an intelligent Magic Slide feature, which gives users a real full view display and instantly activates the world of AI with one sliding motion.

The device will also be the first Honor smartphone powered by the Kirin 980 processor.

“The launch of Honor Magic two years ago introduced the concept of the AI smartphone to consumers”, noted Mr. George Zhao, President of Honor. “The first-generation Honor Magic was an era-defining smartphone that transformed the industry. In addition to AI-features that make the phone truly smart, Honor Magic’s ground-breaking all-curved panel design and powerful 40W charging support have reshaped smartphone design and become a benchmark for all smartphones. The developments of these futuristic flagship devices are closely followed by the smartphone and AI industry, and now the Honor Magic 2 has arrived.”

With intense competition across global markets, many smartphone brands are striving to enhance the user experience by offering a full view display. However, most, if not all, phones with this new feature have sacrificed user friendliness and the photography experience. The designs focus solely on screen layout and presentation improvements, failing to bring true value to users.

In contrast, the intelligent Magic Slide feature of the Honor Magic 2 is designed to achieve full view display without compromising other practical functions. The hidden-from-view front camera enables a nearly 100% screen-to-body ratio, overcoming the challenge of incorporating a camera in a notchless design. It delivers a superior visual experience with great convenience and practicality to redefine the value of a full-screen smartphone.

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By sliding the top screen, users can instantly activate all AI features. This innovation in design is based on ergonomic science.

In addition to its revolutionary design, the Honor Magic 2 is the first Honor smartphone powered by the Kirin 980 processor, unlocking the phone’s groundbreaking AI-performance and again raising the bar in smartphone performance and user experience.

Moreover, the latest Magic 2 comes with the 40W Magic Charge for maximum charging power. To further ensure safety, 15 layers of protection are also embedded in the smartphone. The phone can automatically identify the battery, cable and charger and only when all of the three parts are identified as safe, the Super Charger will start.

Debuting in Germany, the Honor Magic 2 will be a key flagship that is showcased in world-class exhibition to reaffirm the company’s confidence in this latest model. In the first half of 2018, Honor recorded a remarkable 150% increase year-on-year in international sales volume outside of China.

Following the recent launch of Honor 10 and Honor Play, the Honor Magic 2 will continue to propel Honor forward in its goal to become a top-five smartphone brand within three years.


Honor Play Named “Best of IFA 2018” by Global Media

Honor’s first mobile gaming device is praised for “Crazy Fast” performance by the world’s leading consumer tech media

Honor, a young, trendsetting, innovative smartphone e-brand, won a series of awards at IFA 2018 for the “Crazy Fast, Crazy Smart” Honor Play. Honor’s first-ever flagship gaming device was praised for its GPU Turbo and smart features, including the AI-powered vibration and 6.3-inch notch screen for exceptional gaming experiences.

At IFA 2018, the Honor Play secured nine awards from top-tier industry media, receiving the “Best of IFA 2018” award from Android Headlines, Digital Trends, Pocket-lint, T3, and Ubergizmo, Gear Diary, Geek Spin, Talk Android and Technobuffalo.

Android Headlines commended the Honor Play’s superior performance and impressive affordability, while Digital Trends recognized its graphical quality and seriously smart AI camera.

Pocket-lint praised the Honor Play for the graphic performance provided by the GPU Turbo and its incredible affordability.

T3 commended its performance speed, 6.3-inch FHD+ screen and gamer-centric hardware and software. The mobile gaming device was also praised by Ubergizmo for its Kirin 970 processor with GPU Turbo which it said offers exceptional performance at a competitive price point.

Gear Diary recommended gamers buy the Honor Play’s Player Edition for its extraordinary design, while Geek Spin praised the Honor Play for its outstanding performance, all-round features and affordability.

Talk Android and Technobuffalo also recognized the Honor Play’s superior performance and presented the Honor Play a “Best of IFA 2018” award.

On top of the IFA awards, the Honor Play also secured more than six editorial recommendations from top-tier industry media, receiving the “Digital Trends Recommended Product”, “Expert Reviews Recommended”, Pocket-lint’s “Editor’s Choice”, T3’s “Best Gaming Phone”, and the “Tech Advisor Recommended” and “Trusted Reviews Recommended”.

The launch of the Honor Play offers young people an unprecedented gaming performance and a 24/7 “Always On” entertainment experience. The global launch at IFA 2018 introduced two industry leading smartphone technologies to gamers and casual users: Honor’s GPU Turbo, which dramatically increases the graphics processing and computing efficiency, and the advanced AI camera technology.

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“We are proud of the strong support from media and across the market. The Honor Play offers young people what they really want from their smartphone, an immersive non-stop gaming and entertainment experience. This recognition confirms the Honor Play is the ‘Game On’ moment the industry has been waiting for,” said George Zhao, President of Honor.

Launched in Berlin this August, the Honor Play is a mid-range performance beast designed with GPU Turbo, the ground-breaking graphics processing technology that meets the demands of young gamers for a “lightning fast” graphics processing capability and power consumption.

The Honor Play also features an enormous 6.3 inch FullView display with an outstanding 89% screen-to-body ratio and a huge 3,750mAh battery that supports at least 4.5 hours of gaming.

The Honor Play will be available at of €329 for purchase at HiHonor.com in global markets including Western Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain), CEE & Nordic, Middle East, Russia, India and Asia Pacific.


Honor Says “Game On” to Global Gaming Industry with Honor Play

Honor Play will be first to deliver the phenomenally fast mobile gaming and entertainment experience that gamers have always wanted.

Honor launched the Honor Play today, the first of a game changing new product series to deliver the revolutionary fast gaming and entertainment experience the global gaming industry has been waiting for. The Honor Play is a performance beast with the groundbreaking graphics processing technology GPU Turbo to meet young gamers’ demands for “lightning fast” graphics processing capability and extended battery life.

Completing the Honor portfolio strategy, the Honor Play offers young people what they really want from their smartphone, an immersive non-stop gaming and entertainment experience. Until now, however, this experience has been plagued by space and capacity problems, thermal efficiency and battery consumption issues because of the popularity of tactical tournament games, and because AR, VR and HDR rendering rely on fast graphic processing power.

Working with PUBG MOBILE, which is one of the most popular tactical tournament games, Honor took every effort to not only solve these performance problems but develop the first-ever gamer-oriented phone, the Honor Play – a “Game On” moment for the industry because it will redefine the mobile gaming user experience at an affordable price point of €329.

The Honor Play offers an unprecedented gaming performance and a 24/7 “Always On” entertainment experience. This launch brings two ground-breaking and industry leading smartphone technologies to gamers and casual users.

The first is Honor’s new GPU Turbo, which dramatically increases the graphics processing and computing efficiency, and the other is Honor’s advanced AI technology, which revolutionizes the smartphone camera function.

The GPU Turbo is an innovative hardware-software integration solution that leaves Honor’s competitors trailing in the dust. As the global strategic partner of PUBG MOBILE, Honor Play has dramatically increased the graphics processing and boosted the average frame rate to 39.46[1] on PUBG MOBILE.

The jitter rate has been reduced to 0.21%[2], more than a full percentage point below Honor’s key rivals, and the battery life has a 30-minute lead over other flagship devices with 4.5 hours of solid gameplay.

The Honor Play in-game experience has been AI-enabled for total immersion. The 4D gaming experience includes 3D audio effects and AI vibration customized for the most popular mobile games and matched to in-game objects and scenarios. AI 4D Smart Shock can be enabled for 30 different scenario vibrations[3], according to the direction of approaching enemies or gunfire.

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This is complemented by the 3D surround sound by Histen 3D audio technology, an ultra-wide 3D sound field that immerses the player in a cinematic audio experience.

The Honor Play is one of the smartest mid-range phones on the market. With AI motion detection and intelligent recognition, snapshots using the 16MP front camera are now easier than ever before.

Casual users will experience just as much fun from this device as gamers, thanks to the huge 3,750 mAh battery which allows for heavy gaming and entertainment use, equaling more than 15 hours of video streaming and 95 hours for music playback, even with the 6.3-inch Honor FullView FHD+ display.

A range of smart features are enabled by the Kirin 970 NPU chipset which, together with EMUI 8.2, unleashes a truly AI-mazing processing power.

The slim and subtle unibody metal design comes in a range of colors for all gamers: Midnight Black, Navy Blue, Ultra-Violet, and a special Player Edition patterned in red and black. The design retains the body of a typical 5.5-inch screen device to ensure it fits comfortably in your hand and packs a 19.5:9 bezel-less display.

The Honor Play will be available at of €329 for purchase at HiHonor.com in global markets including Western Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain), CEE & Nordic, Middle East, Russia, India and Asia Pacific.

“The Honor Play is a new moment for the global gaming industry. Honor will be the first to offer a phenomenally fun mobile gaming and entertainment experience,” said George Zhao, President of Honor. “But we don’t stop at making a good product, we are creating the future of mobile gaming with young people worldwide. The Honor Play is our response to their demand for a fast, smooth gaming performance and entertainment experience.”

Honor Play fans will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test and compete with and against the world’s star gamers at Gamescom this year, on PUBG MOBILE and Asphalt 9. Both games have been customized for the Honor Play, with many others due to be announced shortly.

Sharing the same passion for speed and performance, Honor, the smartphone e-brand is working with Audi to celebrate the arrival of Honor Play. As the official partner of Audi Sports R8 LMS Cup, with the Audi R8, the Honor Play combines sleek design and blistering performance. Both Audi R8 and Honor Play deliver speed that surpass the limits of the imagination.