No More Waiting, OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro Has Arrived

OnePlus Malaysia introduced OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro in ‘Sembang-lah! OnePlus’ episode 1

OnePlus Malaysia introduced its OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro devices through its first episode of tech-talk show ‘Sembang-lah! OnePlus’ today. Fans are able to lead with speed through both flagship killer smartphones as they will be available soon at OnePlus Lazada Flagship Store.

“Fans have always questioned why they are not able to get OnePlus 8 or OnePlus 8 Pro through our official e-commerce store. Great things do take some time as we have been working hard to make this happen, to bring more surprises to our fans. Now, fans can get both flagship devices OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro on our OnePlus Lazada Flagship Store and we hope that you will enjoy all the features we’ve brought to your fingertips,”
said OnePlus Malaysia Team.

OnePlus 8

The OnePlus 8 is equipped with
Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 865 with 5G
 and
90 Hz Fluid AMOLED Display
 which allows users to have a smooth scrolling experience with the device. Thanks to the
Slim and Sleek Curved Design
, fans will definitely feel great with OnePlus 8 in hands.Meanwhile, users can take portraits and shoot remarkable pro video with dramatically improved stabilization with  the
48 MP Triple Camera
.

Not to mention,
116-degree Ultra Wide Angle Camera
helps to capture the landscapes and group photos perfectly. OnePlus 8 comes in with the elegant colorway –
Interstellar Glow
with a refined Matte AG finish. The smooth matte surface minimizes fingerprints and reduces glare, so it looks as good as it feels.

OnePlus 8 Pro

Apart from the
Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 865 with 5G
, OnePlus 8 Pro comes with
120 Hz Fluid AMOLED Display
 which makes every swipe and scroll more smooth and effortless.
Warp Charge 30 Wireless
helps to charge the device from 1% to 50% in just half an hour while the
4510 mAh battery
 is enough to last a full day for the users.

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Shoot like a pro with the OnePlus 8 Pro that is equipped with
48 MP Quad Camera
 where it provides the high-resolution ultra wide angle camera to expand users’ view. OnePlus 8 Pro is available in the classic stunning color –
Onyx Black
, backed by an IP68 rating which stays protected from sudden splashes.

Products Availability

Version
Colours
Sales Date
OnePlus 8

(8GB + 128GB)

RRP: RM 2,899

 First Sales Promo (27 March 2021):
RM 2,199
Interstellar Glow
Online First Sale on OnePlus Lazada Flagship Store 27th March 2021 by 12AMOnePlus 8:
http://bit.ly/OnePlus8_8GB

OnePlus 8 Pro

(8GB + 128GB)

RRP: RM 3,699

 First Sales Promo (27 March 2021):
RM 2,999
Onyx Black
Online First Sale on OnePlus Lazada Flagship Store 27th March 2021 by 12AMOnePlus 8 Pro:
http://bit.ly/OnePlus8Pro-

Good News to Lazada Citibank credit card holders as there will be an extra RM 150 off vouchers with minimum spending of RM1,000 on the OnePlus Lazada Flagship Store if applied to the promo code:
CITI1PLUS
 and purchased using Lazada Citibank credit card. The promotion is on first come first serve basis due to the limited amount of vouchers.

Episode 2 of ‘Sembang-lah! OnePlus’ will be streamed on
22nd March 2021 (Monday)
 at OnePlus’ social media platform, and it’ll be another insightful session with us. Do stay tuned! For more updates and details on products’ availability, check out the official OnePlus Malaysia
Facebook
page,
Instagram
 account (@oneplus.msia) and

https://www.oneplus.com/my
.


OnePlus 9 Series Flagship Smartphones and First-Ever OnePlus Watch Launched

Partnership with Hasselblad:
 Kicks off with advancements to OnePlus 9 Series camera system through Natural Color Calibration with Hasselblad
Wireless Fast Charging:
 Ultra-premium device series features Hasselblad Camera for Mobile, next-generation display technology and fastest wireless charging in North America
OnePlus Watch:
 Creating ecosystem of smart devices for seamless connected experience

Global technology company OnePlus launched its most advanced flagship smartphones, OnePlus 9 Series in United States yesterday. The device features a top-tier flagship camera experience with the Hasselblad Camera for mobile system, next-generation high refresh rate displays and fast wireless charging technology that outperforms the wired charging solutions of its competitors. Additionally, OnePlus also introduced its first connected wearable for global markets, the OnePlus Watch, offering up to two weeks of battery life, multiple health and activity tracking features, and a sleek and stylish design.

The OnePlus 9 Series is OnePlus’ biggest leap forward in camera quality, achieved through its long-term partnership with legendary professional camera manufacturer Hasselblad, whose cameras have immortalized some of the most iconic faces and events in modern history – including man’s first steps on the moon. OnePlus’ new flagship camera system, Hasselblad Camera for Mobile, brings multiple breakthroughs in smartphone photography, centered around the company’s new standard for smartphone color performance – Natural Color Calibration with Hasselblad – and premium hardware for improved image quality. The OnePlus 9 Series also offers powerful performance with the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 mobile platform, the superior Fluid Display 2.0 with a DisplayMate A+ rating, and industry-challenging fast charging solutions, Warp Charge 65T and Warp Charge 50 Wireless.

“The OnePlus 9 Series represents a key milestone for OnePlus flagship smartphones. Co-developed with Hasselblad, the new Hasselblad Camera for Mobile will give users the ability to capture their own iconic moments with more accurate colors and premium image quality. Together with the new OnePlus Watch, our latest flagship smartphone series offers a burdenless user experience with even the smallest detail tailored to challenge the smartphone industry and empower our Community through premium technology,”
said Pete Lau, Founder, CEO and Chief Product Officer of OnePlus.

OnePlus 9 Pro

Hasselblad Camera for Mobile on the OnePlus 9 Pro combines state-of-the-art hardware with meticulous software calibration for a significantly improved flagship camera experience. The stunning 120 Hz QHD+ display incorporates next-generation screen technology to improve battery life and gaming performance. Warp Charge 65T and Warp Charge 50 Wireless take charging to a new level, dramatically reducing time spent charging your device. Powered by the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 mobile platform, the enhanced performance ensures that the OnePlus 9 Series is ready to handle the most demanding tasks with ease.

Hasselblad Camera for Mobile

Color is perhaps the most important factor that determines the quality of mobile photography. With Hasselblad Camera for Mobile, OnePlus aimed to bring Hasselblad’s iconic color performance to a smartphone for the first time. This was a significant challenge for both OnePlus and Hasselblad, since smartphone camera systems work very differently from traditional cameras, and Hasselblad has strict requirements for color performance and image processing. To achieve this goal, OnePlus and Hasselblad jointly calibrated the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro sensors, carrying out numerous lab tests using Hasselblad’s high standards for color. They then worked together to optimize hundreds of real-life scenes through computational photography to fine tune the color based on their mutual understanding of color performance as well as smartphone users’ needs and habits.

Now, the OnePlus 9 Series uses OnePlus’ new standard for color calibration – Natural Color Calibration with Hasselblad – to bring more perceptually accurate and natural-looking colors to photos taken with the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro. The first and most significant outcome of the long-term partnership between OnePlus and Hasselblad, this new color solution required months of thorough verification and fine-tuning by both the Hasselblad and OnePlus research and development teams. In addition, a select group of Hasselblad Ambassadors brought extensive professional photography experience to provide invaluable subjective feedback that helped add a new level of aesthetics to the smartphone camera experience.

The OnePlus 9 Pro’s 48MP main camera features a custom-designed IMX789 sensor, co-engineered with Sony, with an impressively large 1/1.4” sensor. The result is exceptional imaging capability, with leading technologies including 2×2 on-chip lens (OCL), 12-bit RAW, dual native ISO, and DOL-HDR. It offers faster focus speeds, four-times more color information for greater color accuracy, cleaner daytime and night shots, and reduced motion blur in videos.

The OnePlus 9 Pro’s unparalleled 50MP ultra-wide camera uses a 1/1.56” Sony IMX766 sensor, which ensures enhanced image quality and lower noise. Its pioneering Freeform Lens uses a series of unique curves to correct the incoming light, bringing distortion at the edge of photos down to around 1%. The ultra-wide camera also allows you to capture high quality macro photos, with the ability to focus from as close as 4 cm away from your subject.

The 8MP telephoto camera on the OnePlus 9 Pro offers 3.3x (77mm) zoom with OIS to reduce blur, maxing out at 30x digital zoom. A dedicated monochrome camera works together with the OnePlus 9 Pro’s main camera to add detail and layering to black and white photos, while a new tilt-shift simulates the special miniature effect of a tilt-shift lens for more creative photos.

The OnePlus 9 Pro’s main camera features 16-times the pixel count of standard 1080p for high-quality videos. It can shoot at 4K 120fps, giving you more creative possibilities in shooting video and editing, with DOL-HDR ensuring you always get the subject in clear view in backlit environments. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s ultra-wide camera can also create time-lapse video when walking.

The new Hasselblad Pro Mode offers incredibly accurate and natural color for a solid foundation for post-editing. It has been revamped with a new user interface based on Hasselblad’s image processing software to give professional-level users a unique Hasselblad look and feel. It also allows for an unprecedented amount of control for expert photographers to fine-tune their photos, with the ability to adjust ISO, focus, exposure time, white balance and more. Users can also shoot in 12-bit RAW format for 64-times the color compared with 10-bit RAW traditionally found in other smartphones.

Fluid Display 2.0

The OnePlus 9 Pro’s Fluid Display 2.0 boasts a new generation of advanced mobile display technology, integrating low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) technology, the most advanced backplane technology used in high-end OLED displays, and lightning-fast touch response for gaming. LTPO technology enables the OnePlus 9 Pro’s display to automatically adjust the refresh rate from 120 Hz all the way down to 1 Hz to match the current user scenario, resulting in significantly lower power consumption. Hyper Touch technology also gives you much faster response time when playing certain games by increasing the syncing speed between the processor and display to 360 Hz – up to six-times faster than before.

The OnePlus 9 Pro’s display earned an A+ rating from DisplayMate, offering QHD+, up to 1,300 nits of peak brightness, native 10-bit color depth, E4 emitting material, HDR10+, MEMC, automatic color temperature adjustment, front and back ambient light sensing and more. The display offers the most accurate and natural color reproduction with an exceptional JNCD (Just Noticeable Color Difference) of less than 1.0, for color rated as “visually indistinguishable from perfect”, even exceeding the performance of leading professional monitors.

Performance

With cutting-edge 5G, the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 mobile platform delivers lightning-fast speeds and unprecedented power. With 25% faster CPU performance and 35% faster graphics rendering plus the new 5nm process node, the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 offers significant power-savings, allowing for extensive usage on a single charge.

5G connectivity is powered by the fully integrated X60 5G Modem-RF System. A third-generation global 5G solution, the X60 is the world’s first 5nm baseband architecture delivering faster, low-latency 5G mobile speeds using 5G carrier aggregation across FDD and TDD. Also, the X60 reduces power consumption and heat, improving performance and battery life in the OnePlus 9 Pro.

The OnePlus 9 Pro comes with both LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage to deliver the fastest and smoothest experience yet on a OnePlus flagship device. Flagship-level LPDDR5 RAM is 1.5-times faster than LPDDR4X and offers speeds up to 6400 Mbps. Together with enhanced power-saving capabilities, these technologies complement a hyper-connected lifestyle, taking full advantage of 5G speeds and making multitasking seamless.

Warp Charge

Warp Charge 65T delivers a day’s power in just 15 minutes – and can charge from 1-100% in just 29 minutes. The OnePlus 9 Pro achieves these speeds using a custom 4,500 mAh battery with an improved dual-cell design to reduce internal resistance and heating while charging. This gives the OnePlus 9 Pro the ability to charge at a higher output for an extended period.

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Warp Charge 50 Wireless is OnePlus’ fastest-ever wireless charging technology – and one of the fastest solutions in the industry. With both battery cells charging at 25W, Warp Charge 50 Wireless even outpaces most wired fast-charging solutions, charging from 1-100% in just 43 minutes. The newly designed wireless charger is equipped with two charging coils, so the OnePlus 9 Pro can charge just as quickly both horizontally and vertically.

The power adapter included in the box can also be used to turbo charge non-OnePlus devices including laptops, tablets and more up to 45W using USB PD or PPS.

Design

The OnePlus 9 Pro continues the brand’s vision for burdenless design, offering an integrated, unified and stylish look and feel. With a thin 2.2 mm aluminum frame, the device is very well balanced and comfortable to hold even for extended periods of time. Compared with the previous generation, the curved display of the OnePlus 9 Pro has been carefully optimized to minimize discoloration and mistouches.

The OnePlus 9 Pro comes in three nature-inspired colorways – Morning Mist, Pine Green and Stellar Black (not available in North America) – and offers an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

OnePlus 9

The OnePlus 9 offers a similarly powerful flagship experience as the OnePlus 9 Pro, with a full 120 Hz display, Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 888 mobile platform, next-generation 5G connectivity, Warp Charge 65T as well as the powerful Hasselblad Camera for Mobile for an all-around fast and smooth smartphone experience.

Camera

Hasselblad Camera for Mobile on the OnePlus 9 uses the same advanced color standards as the OnePlus 9 Pro – Natural Color Calibration with Hasselblad. The triple camera system gives users the power to capture stunning images with some of the most natural color on any mobile device for a professional-level photography experience.

The OnePlus 9 uses the same industry-leading 50MP ultra-wide camera as the OnePlus 9 Pro, with a 1/1.56” Sony IMX766 sensor and uniquely curved Freeform Lens to minimize edge distortion. The 48MP main camera also boasts exceptional imaging capabilities, thanks to a custom-designed 1/1.43” Sony IMX689 sensor, 2×2 OCL, 12-bit RAW, dual native ISO and 3-HDR. The OnePlus 9 camera system offers faster focus speeds, 64-times more color information compared with traditional 10-bit sensors, cleaner daytime and night shots and higher dynamic range in videos. A dedicated monochrome camera works with the main camera for detailed and layered black and white photos.

120 Hz Fluid Display

The OnePlus 9’s 120 Hz Fluid Display provides an immersive viewing experience regardless of what you’re watching. Using the same top-notch flat display as the OnePlus 8T, which received a DisplayMate A+ rating, the OnePlus 9’s 6.55” Fluid Display features a 120 Hz AMOLED panel with industry-leading color accuracy and improved automatic brightness control.

The brightness of the OnePlus 9’s display can go up to 1,100 nits with HDR10+ certification, to improve your experience when watching HDR videos. It is equipped with two ambient light sensors with 8,192 levels of brightness for smoother automatic brightness control. Comfort Tone also adjusts the color temperature of the display to match your environment for a more comfortable reading experience.

Warp Charge

The OnePlus 9’s 4,500 mAh battery utilizes an improved dual-cell design that is able to charge from 1-100% in just 29 minutes. North America and Europe versions of the OnePlus 9 also support up to 15W Qi wireless charging for added convenience.

Design

The OnePlus 9 features a sleek look in line with OnePlus’ burdenless design heritage. The curved design on the back and light weight give the device a comfortable feeling in the hand. It comes in three colors inspired by nature – Winter Mist, Arctic Sky (not available in North America) and Astral Black.

OxygenOS 11

Co-created with the OnePlus community, OxygenOS 11 brings speed, smoothness and customization to the OnePlus 9 Series for the most intuitive, efficient and personalized Android experience, and a simple yet bold design that makes navigation easier even with one hand.

The new Turbo Boost 3.0 memory optimization enables you to keep more than 25% more apps open in the background than before. OnePlus achieved this with the help of RAM compression, which makes data on the RAM smaller, and virtual RAM, which turns phone storage into RAM so your phone can have more physical RAM to work with.

OnePlus devices are built to support high frame rate experiences for the highest performance and most demanding games. Pro Gaming Mode unlocks the power of the OnePlus 9 Series’ CPU and GPU and blocks app notifications, calls and other distractions to let users fully dive into their favorite mobile games. An improved five-layer gaming-grade cooling system, OnePlus Cool Play, also helps with heat dissipation during intensive gaming.

OnePlus Watch

The OnePlus Watch is the latest extension of the company’s strategic plan to offer the OnePlus experience to more users around the world with its growing portfolio of best-in-class products offering a burdenless user experience. As the company’s first global wearable device, the OnePlus Watch aims to integrate into the daily digital life of OnePlus users, offering stylish design, seamless connection, smart fitness tracking and incredibly long battery life.

Design

The OnePlus Watch showcases the same sense of craftsmanship and build quality as OnePlus smartphones, resulting in a product that is powerful to use and beautiful to hold. The round design emulates the look of a traditional watch, with a smooth arc on the side of the case that is hand-polished with more than 20 treatments for a refined finish. The 46 mm case is crafted from quality stainless steel, with 2.5D curved glass on the face and a subtle yet radiant glossy CD pattern on the display bezel for an added touch of class.

OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition

Complementing the minimalist aesthetic of the Classic Edition, the OnePlus Watch Cobalt Limited Edition takes premium design a step further with materials traditionally found only on luxury watches. The watch case of the Limited Edition is crafted from cobalt alloy, a unique hypoallergenic material that is twice as hard and more corrosion-resistant than traditional stainless steel. Meanwhile, the watch face is made from specially-treated sapphire glass, with a Mohs rating of 9, for enhanced brightness and exceptional scratch resistance.

Seamless Connectivity

The OnePlus Watch seamlessly connects to your digital life, helping you immerse yourself in every moment of your life. It conveniently allows you to view and respond to notifications, make and answer phone calls, play music and take photos. The OnePlus Watch comes with 4 GB of standalone storage (2 GB for actual use), enough for over 500 songs, and is compatible with most Bluetooth earbuds for wireless music playback on the go. It also connects with the OnePlus TV, acting as a smart remote control that can lower volume when a call comes in or even turn off the TV before when it detects that you have fallen asleep.

Powerful Battery, Proactive Fitness

The OnePlus Watch gives users exceptional battery life quickly, delivering all-day power in just five minutes or a week’s power in just 20 minutes. The long-lasting 402 mAh battery gives you enough power for up to two weeks of sustainable use, as well as up to a week of power for the most active users.

Featuring 5ATM + IP68 water and dust resistance and 110+ workout types, including automatic workout detection for jogging and running, the OnePlus Watch keeps up with the most intense workouts. Push your personal performance with metrics such as pulse, distance, calories, speed monitoring and SWOLF efficiency for swimmers. With a built-in GPS, the OnePlus Watch tracks all your activity accurately, even when the phone is not next to you. It also offers blood oxygen saturation monitoring, stress detection, breathing training, rapid heart rate alerts and sedentary reminders, all easily manageable on the OnePlus Health app.

For more updates and details on products’ availability, stay tuned to the official OnePlus Malaysia
Facebook

page,
Instagram
 account (@oneplus.msia) and
https://www.oneplus.com/my
.


OnePlus and Hasselblad enter long-term Partnership to co-develop Smartphone Cameras

OnePlus commits to investing USD 150 million on camera development over next three years
Latest flagship OnePlus 9 Series to launch globally on March 23 at 10:00 AM ET

Today, OnePlus has officially announced a three-year partnership with legendary camera manufacturer Hasselblad to co-develop the next generation of smartphone camera systems for future OnePlus flagship devices. The two companies have already been cooperating on the revamped camera system – Hasselblad Camera for Mobile – for the new OnePlus 9 Series, set to launch globally on March 23.

In addition, OnePlus also announced its plans to invest more than USD 150 million over the next three years to further build out its mobile imaging capabilities in its ongoing pursuit of delivering the best smartphone camera experience for its users.

“OnePlus has always prioritized a premium user experience over everything else. Beginning in 2021, we are making a concerted effort to significantly improve the smartphone camera experience for our users, with the expertise of a truly legendary partner in Hasselblad,” said
Pete Lau, Founder and CEO of OnePlus
. “With OnePlus’ top-of-the-line hardware and computational photography and Hasselblad’s rich aesthetic knowledge in traditional photography, I am confident that the OnePlus 9 Series will be a major leap forward in our ability to deliver a premium, flagship camera.”

“Hasselblad believes in the power of images and our mission is to continue pushing the boundaries on imaging technology. With this in mind, Hasselblad is determined to work together with OnePlus, an innovative company that shares the same vision and passion for technology. By partnering with OnePlus, we hope to put Hasselblad’s iconic design and outstanding image quality in the hands of more people and share our passion for incredible photography,”
said Jon Diele, Vice President, Hasselblad
.

Hasselblad Camera for Mobile: Next Generation of OnePlus Flagship Camera Systems

For 80 years, Hasselblad has pioneered high-performance camera technology to become recognized as the world leader in digital medium format cameras and lenses. Their products are known for their uncompromising image quality, Scandinavian design, and precision mechanics, which have earned the trust of some of the greatest photographers in the world and captured some of the world’s most iconic images – including man’s first steps on the moon.

Now, through close R&D collaboration, OnePlus and Hasselblad will work together to deliver vastly improved camera systems on future OnePlus smartphones, including the upcoming OnePlus 9 Series.

This partnership will continuously develop over the next three years, starting with software improvements including color tuning and sensor calibration, and extending to more dimensions in the future. The two parties will jointly define the technology standards of mobile camera experience and develop innovative imaging technologies, continuing to improve the Hasselblad Camera for Mobile. Both companies are committed to delivering immediate benefit for OnePlus users, while continuously collaborating to further improve the user experience and quality for the long-term.

The first, and most technically challenging, outcome of this collaboration is advanced color calibration. Jointly developed by OnePlus and Hasselblad over months of thorough verification and fine-tuning, this new color solution – Natural Color Calibration with Hasselblad – aims to bring more perceptually accurate and natural-looking colors to photos taken with OnePlus flagship cameras. It also will serve as OnePlus’ new standard for color calibration for its future smartphone cameras.

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The new Hasselblad Pro Mode brings Hasselblad’s class-leading sensor calibration to a smartphone for the first time, resulting in incredibly accurate and natural color for a solid foundation for post-editing. Hasselblad Pro Mode has been revamped with a new user interface based on Hasselblad’s image processing software to give users an authentic Hasselblad look and feel. It also allows for an unprecedented amount of control for professional photographers to fine-tune their photos, with the ability to adjust ISO, focus, exposure times, white balance and more. Users can also use 12-bit RAW format for even richer color and higher dynamic range.

USD 150 Million Strategic Investment: Long-term Commitment to Advanced Mobile Photography

In addition to co-developing the Hasselblad Camera for Mobile on future OnePlus flagship smartphones with Hasselblad, OnePlus is also embarking on a three-year strategy to further strengthen its camera capabilities. This multifaceted investment will go towards a number of areas to improve OnePlus’ ability to deliver premium, cutting-edge camera technology to its users, including but not limited to:

Further developing four major research and development labs around the world, including two innovative imaging labs based in the United States and Japan.
Pioneering new areas of smartphone imaging technology for future OnePlus camera systems, such as a panoramic camera with a 140-degree field of view, T-lens technology for lightning-fast focus in the front-facing camera, and a freeform lens – to be first introduced on the OnePlus 9 Series – that practically eliminates edge distortion in ultra-wide photos.

“Today marks the most notable day ever for OnePlus cameras – and more importantly, for OnePlus users around the world. With our long-term commitment to investing in more advanced R&D and cutting-edge imaging technologies, we look forward to firmly establishing ourselves as a new leader in mobile photography,” said Kinder Liu, OnePlus COO and Head of Research and Development.

OnePlus 9 Series Launch: Delivering the Best OnePlus Flagship Experience Ever

Offering multiple breakthroughs in mobile photography, the OnePlus 9 Series will bring together OnePlus’ unparalleled combination of premium hardware and fast and smooth software, with the renowned photography expertise and aesthetics of Hasselblad, for the most advanced OnePlus camera system yet – with the Hasselblad Camera for Mobile.

The OnePlus 9 Series will use a custom Sony IMX789 sensor for the largest and most advanced main camera sensor ever on a OnePlus device. With 12-bit RAW, it will be up to 64-times more colorful than before, delivering more dynamic and vibrant colors in pictures and giving professional photographers more room for additional post editing. The Hasselblad Camera for Mobile will also offer improved HDR video recording, as well as support for capturing 4K 120FPS and 8K 30FPS video.

The OnePlus 9 Series global launch event will be streamed online on March 23 at 10:00 AM ET at
https://www.oneplus.com/launch
. For more updates and details on products’ availability, stay tuned to the official OnePlus Malaysia
Facebook
page,
Instagram
 account (@oneplus.msia) and

https://www.oneplus.com/my
.


PUBG Mobile Creates Unique New Collaboration with B.Duck World Tour

Malaysian Mobile Gamers get to waddle along with B.Duck in exciting new event

As a result of PUBG MOBILE’s latest collaboration, B.Duck, the famous yellow duck, has arrived in-game and can be ridden by players to explore PUBG MOBILE’s maps. The content update brings new gameplay along with a range of events and attractive rewards and is available now.

In the B.Duck World Tour event, the cute B.Duck will appear on five PUBG MOBILE maps including Erangel, Miranmar, Sanhok, Vikendi and Livik. On each map, players will be invited to participate and complete various missions. They will be provided with 8 fuel tokens, which can be used to operate B.Duck and explore the islands from the sea.

Players who successfully complete a mission on one map can claim a postcard and various other rewards. Players who are able to complete the mission on all five maps can receive an exclusive reward – a permanent Common Kid Set. The further the B.Duck goes, the faster players will receive their rewards!

Players who seek an additional dose of cuteness have the opportunity to get B.Duck themed items, including B.Duck set, B.Duck Helmet, B.Duck Head, B.Duck Parachute, B.Duck Backpack and B.Duck – DP28 weapon during the Joy Treasure event which will run until 22 March 2021. Players that collect 5,140 Unknown Credits (UC), can obtain all Joy Treasure rewards in the form of B. Duck Set.

“This collaboration with the famous character, B.Duck, demonstrates our commitment to continuously provide new and unique thrills for the PUBG MOBILE community in Malaysia and around the world. Through the B.Duck World Tour event and its various permanent rewards, we hope to bring more fun and new gaming experiences” said
Jenny Zhuang, PUBG MOBILE Marketing Manager.

Help B.Duck to explore all the maps on PUBG Mobile and win all the B.Duck theme rewards! For more information about B.Duck World Tour events, please visit PUBG MOBILE Malaysia’s social media on Instagram @pubgmobilemyofficial,
Facebook PUBG MOBILE
, and Twitter
@PUBGMOBILE_MY
.

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PUBG Mobile Surpasses One Billion Downloads, Teams With Epic Actioner Godzilla Vs. Kong For Special Collaboration

The world’s most popular mobile game celebrates three-year anniversary with impressive milestone, new tracks from superstar DJs Alesso, Lost Frequencies and R3HAB

PUBG MOBILE has surpassed the groundbreaking milestone of one billion accumulated downloads, announced as part of the game’s ongoing three-year anniversary celebration. In addition, PUBG MOBILE will soon be partnering with Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ upcoming epic action adventure movie
Godzilla vs. Kong
 for an exclusive in-game event. And later this fans around the globe will witness the kick-off of the highly-anticipated PUBG MOBILE Pro League Spring Split 2021, followed by the new All-Talent Championship on Friday, March 26.

In just three years, PUBG MOBILE has climbed app store charts around the globe to garner more than one billion accumulated downloads worldwide, excluding Mainland China. PUBG Mobile released a
video
 to thank fans for the support from over one billion players worldwide.

To mark the occasion,
Changhan Kim, Chief Executive Officer of KRAFTON, Inc.
 congratulated the game on this momentous achievement. “PUBG MOBILE was able to surpass 1 billion downloads worldwide within just three years and continues to rewrite the history of mobile games. Back in March of 2018, we released PUBG MOBILE with the goal of delivering the original PUBG experience to a wider audience. Our focus was to offer PUBG’s unique Battle Royale play on mobile and continue to excite players with fun, thrilling gameplay by creating a variety of new innovative content.”

Rick Li, Producer of PUBG MOBILE and Executive Producer of Lightspeed & Quantum Studios, Tencent Games
 also shared his feelings about the three-year development. “As an authentic mobile version of PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS, PUBG MOBILE is loved and supported by more than 1 billion worldwide players in the past three years. We appreciate all the support. The development team will continue to provide the most realistic and creative gaming experience, with highest quality on the mobile platform.”

Since launching in March 2018, PUBG MOBILE has soared to become a global phenomenon that swept across the world to surpass 1 billion accumulated downloads. As the most recent addition to the one billion downloads club, PUBG MOBILE continues to display innovation with more than 30 version updates since launching globally.

PUBG MOBILE also recently showcased the unique music themed gameplay mode “HUNDRED RHYTHMS”, which featured a collaboration with three world-renowned DJs for the game’s three-year anniversary including: Stockholm-based dance music producer Alesso, Belgian musician Lost Frequencies and Dutch-Moroccan DJ and producer R3HAB. All three DJs shared their mix sets exclusively in PUBG MOBILE’s three-year anniversary party. The sets included the worldwide debut of Alesso’s new single “
Going Dumb
”, Lost Frequencies’ new single “
Rise
” and R3HAB’s new single “
Stars Align
”. Iconic Kpop group BLACKPINK also sent their three year Anniversary wishes through a
video
 and released a remix to the hit single “DDU-DU DDU-DU” in the game for players and Blinks alike. Players can now land in the in-game electronic music square to listen to clips of hit singles.

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PUBG MOBILE fans can recap the star-studded event on the game’s official
YouTube channel
, including the special celebrity exhibition tournament event.

PUBG MOBILE
also revealed today an unprecedented partnership with the highly-anticipated movie
Godzilla vs. Kong
, with the long-awaited showdown between these two cinema Titans coming to theaters on March 31 and on HBO Max for 31 days from theatrical release. In a special congratulatory
 video
, the film’s director Adam Wingard teased an exclusive game mode for the collaboration, along with additional specially-themed content.

The new
video
 released by
PUBG MOBILE
 announces that the sixth classic map Karakin is set to be made available for players on Wednesday, April 7. Karakin is a two-by-two kilometer rock filled land located in North Africa, which combines Miramar’s tension with Sanhok’s fast-paced gameplay. A new Demolition purple zone, new throwable, and bullet penetration mechanics exclusive to Karakin will bring thrilling experiences to mobile players where only one of 64 players earns the chicken dinner in tension-filled battles.

Mobile esports fans can also tune into
PUBG MOBILE ESPORTS
official
YouTube channel
 to watch the
PUBG MOBILE

Pro League Spring Split 2021 (PMPL)
, with seven new leagues joining
PMPL
 this year. In addition to the
PUBG MOBILE

Pro League
, all players can experience the glory of high-intensity esports gaming with the
PUBG MOBILE
All-Talent Championship
, beginning Friday, March 26. In this remote virtual tournament, players can partner with teammates to participate in three stages of competition. Points are calculated through the addition of eliminations combined with match rank, with 15 points awarded for a chicken dinner. As teams collect points in each round, they will be divided into categories for the chance to move on.

There will be more updates coming soon particularly pertaining to information about the collaboration and more, including the upcoming launch of the two-by-two kilometer dessert Karakin map.


realme Narzo 30A Revealed Along With Three Gaming Accessories for Young Malaysian Mobile Gamers

realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, today launched narzo 30A with better performance to all gamers and thrill-seeking users in Malaysia. The narzo 30A assembles an outstanding gaming processor,
MediaTek Helio G85
,
6.5 inch Mini-drop Fullscreen
and
 6000mAh battery with 18W Dart Charge
that ensures leap-forward experiences. realme Malaysia also introduced three gaming accessories to enhance users’ e-Sports experiences with
realme Mobile Game Finger Sleeves, realme Cooling Back Clip
and
 realme Mobile Game Controller
.

“The narzo 20 series received overwhelming responses among youths for its blazing-fast charging speed, powerful performance and ultra-long battery life. Therefore, the newly launched narzo 30A inherits its predecessor’s advantages to bring a great gaming performance while keeping with the spirit of “Dare to Leap”. As a youthful technology brand, we look forward to deepening our influence among Malaysian youth who seek powerful and superior ownership experience with our latest gadgets and accessories,”
said

Tiffany Teh, Brand Manager of realme Malaysia
.

Unleash The Power – realme narzo 30A

MediaTek Helio G85 Processor

narzo 30A will be the king of gaming smartphones in the entry-level segment as it offers a true surge of power for gamers with MediaTek Helio G85 gaming processor. The processor is made using a 12nm octa-core process, exclusively designed to be the core of a superb gaming experience for Gen Z. The two high-performance Cortex-A75 cores at up to 2.0GHz and six high-efficiency Cortex-A55 cores paired with an ARM Mali-G52 GPU to deliver sufficient power, making it the perfect gaming companion for you.

6000mAH High-capacity Battery and 18W Dart Charge

In terms of battery, narzo 30A features a mega 6000mAh battery and 18W Dart Charge that support flash charging at incredible speed for worry-free usage among users. According to realme lab tests, the battery is capable of lasting for 46 days in standby mode which is better than some flagship smartphones. It can survive 52 hours of phone calls, 114 hours of unlimited music on Spotify, 10 hours of gaming and 27 hours of video streaming on YouTube.

narzo 30A also offers multiple battery life optimization features to lengthen the battery life. The App Quick Freeze can smartly freeze those less frequently used apps to idle background app power usage, while the Screen Battery Optimization will slightly lower some display effects without notice to increase battery endurance. You can also save more energy when you are sleeping by turning on the sleep standby optimization. In the Super Power Saving Mode, you are allowed to select six most-used apps to keep active to achieve an extremely long battery life. The device is also known as the Long-lasting Battery Hot Hatch as it adopts the largest battery capacity within its price segment.

6.5 inch Mini-drop Fullscreen

The narzo 30A has a 6.5 inch 20:9 screen display that provides excellent gaming and video experience to users through a wider field of view. The internal structure of narzo 30A’s screen undergoes the newly upgraded stack process that creatively draws the parts and components closer to each other. Therefore, the area of droplets is reduced, bringing the screen ratio up to 88.7% which allows you to have less visual disturbance while enjoying the comforts brought by a 6.5-inch large full screen.

Trendsetting Design

narzo 30A is available in two colours options which are
Laser Black
 and
Laser Blue
. The device sports a diagonal stripe design and breaking directional conventions to create a slick and imbalanced visual space. The brand new visual sensation brought by narzo 30A is reminiscent of motion that shows off the freestyle.

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13MP AI Dual Camera

The 13MP dual rear camera with an f/2.2 large aperture lens on narzo 30A is able to provide extra light in your night shots. With Super Nightscape Mode on, you can take clear, bright night shots without a tripod. Apart from that, the three night filters – Cyberpunk, Flamingo and Modern Gold are intricately designed by the realme imaging team to portray their unique style, making shots to the next level. On the front, the 8MP front camera includes AI Beauty, Portrait Mode and other features which enable your selfies to truly stand out.

realme Gaming Accessories

realme Mobile Game Finger Sleeves

realme Mobile Game Finger Sleeves is particularly designed for gamers with sweaty hands to have a pleasant gaming experience. It is made up of 30%
Superconducting Electric Silver Fiber
 where its sensitivity is 6 times higher than ordinary carbon fiber materials for users to achieve strong and smooth control.

The finger sleeves adopt
Spin Covering Yarn Technology
 with 18 needles densely woven. As a result, they are 2 times more sensitive than the traditional 15 needles quality for users to be more responsive while gaming and stay dry.

You are able to restore the real touch while wearing them due to
0.25mm Ultra-Slim Design
 and they are almost as light as zero weight. The
Four-dimensional Elastic Design
 could also perfectly fit all sizes of finger without feeling the tightness for a comfortable gaming experience.

realme Cooling Back Clip

The Cooling Back Clip helps smartphones to stay at a manageable temperature with its patented Dual Cooling technology. By turning on ‘
1s Rapid Cooling
’ function, the device begins to cool down rapidly with the power-driven semiconductor ice chip and a 7-blade fan that pushes cold air across the entire device.

Gamers will never have to worry about overheating while gaming as the Peltier effect in
semiconductor material enhances Heat Dissipation
 where heat can be absorbed and discharged to achieve the purpose of cooling. realme Cooling Back Clip also
operates silently
 as low as 27dbso that users will be able to enjoy the game peacefully. The built in
RGB Lighting
 distributes dazzling light effects evenly to create a passionate gaming atmosphere and serve as an excellent way to get into the zone.

realme Mobile Game Controller

With
CapAir Mapping Technology
, it can directly send the electrical signal to the screen with an almost imperceptible delay and provides ultra-short key ranges, ensuring high sensitivity and agile control over players’ inputs. The
Recordable Burst Mode
 is one of the most crucial features that enables players to realize the recordable one-touch burst, allowing you to easily attack regularly and defeat a horde of opponents quickly.

The realme Mobile Game Controller does not require frequent charging due to its 80-hour
 long battery life
which is sufficient for 4 hours continuous playing daily and 20 days of standby. The whole controller uses
Micro Switch Trigger
with clear feedback where the keystroke is shorter and the trigger is faster, making the operation full of rhythm.

Product Availability

Version
Sales Information
narzo 30A
 (4+64GB)
RRP: RM599
First Online Sale on realme’s official store at Shopee
 Purchase during Shopee 4.4 Mega Shopping Day 2021 at only RM499
Link:
http://bit.ly/rnaarzo30Apr
realme Mobile Game Finger Sleeves

RRP: RM29
First Online Sale on realme’s official store at Shopee
 Purchase during Shopee 4.4 Mega Shopping Day 2021 at only RM9.90
Link:
http://bit.ly/rfinsleepr
realme Cooling Back Slip

RRP: RM149
First Online Sale on realme’s official store at Shopee
 Purchase during Shopee 4.4 Mega Shopping Day 2021 at only RM99
Link:
http://bit.ly/rcoolingpr
realme Mobile Game Controller

RRP: RM99 (single side)
Coming soon!

Special Promotions on Shopee 4.4 Mega Shopping Day

To find out more about realme’s events and promotions, do follow our Facebook
page
 as well as Instagram at
@realmemalaysia
.


Roborock S7 Reinvents the Future of Clean with Debut of Category-Defining Mopping System

World’s-First Sonic Mopping System with Intelligent Lift Technology on a Robot Vacuum Delivers Powerful, Convenient Cleaning

Roborock, creator of ultra-intelligent home robotics engineered to simplify life, today at an online briefing unveiled the Roborock S7, an advanced robot vacuum that features one of the fastest sonic mops on the market with an intelligent automatic lift for a powerful, seamless cleaning experience. Designed to transition smoothly over contrasting surfaces, the S7 simplifies the robotic vacuum and mop experience to deliver a more effective cleaning session without interruption.

“Our goal with every Roborock product is convenience,” said Richard Chang, Chief Executive Officer of Roborock. “The robot mopping process in the past has been arduous, needing customer time and input to set barriers or zones. The S7 completely transforms the mopping experience through surface recognition technology designed to automatically lift the mop element on carpets, making mopping completely effortless while also delivering a deeper clean than ever before.”

Mopping, Elevated

One of the fastest sonic mops on the market, the Roborock S7 offers a variety of high-intensity scrub settings from 1,650 times/min to 3,000 times/min, easily disintegrating surface dirt and breaking up even the toughest, dried-on messes – leaving floors cleaner than ever.

Intelligent mop lifting enables nimble navigation in challenging environments – VibraRise™ technology automatically lifts the mop when carpets are detected. This innovative feature made possible by Roborock’s new ultrasonic carpet recognition technology enables the S7 to mop hard floors and vacuum carpets in one, single cleaning session, without interruption. The mop is also lifted as the S7 returns to dock, ensuring just-cleaned floors remain clean.

Powered for Performance

Upgraded main brush hugs the ground better for more effective agitation, maximizing a strong 2500Pa of suction to effortlessly lift dirt and debris from deep within carpets.

Extra-large 5200mAh battery offers up to three hours of uninterrupted cleaning (in quiet mode).

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Customized, Connected Clean

Roborock’s iOS and Android app offers a heightened level of control over every aspect of the cleaning experience – easy-to-navigate interface allows consumers to manage cleaning schedules and customize preferences.

Smart mapping provides real-time reports on the robot’s exact route during each clean, providing insight into the areas mopped and vacuumed.

Alexa, Google Home and Siri-enabled, the S7 responds to voice commands for an added level of convenience.

The Roborock S7 is now available for pre-order at a special launch price of RM 2199 (rrp RM 4099) until 11 April 2021 exclusively on the
brand’s official store on Lazada
. There will also be a one-day only sale on 4 April 2021, where customers can purchase the Roborock S7 at only RM 2099.


Samsung Galaxy A72 Preview – Is It On Par With The Flagships?

Samsung is going full throttle with their mid range smartphones lately by bringing some of the flagship hardware into the lower tier segment. The latest of the A series has been upgraded with such hardware. In this case, it’s the A52 and A72. Of course I won’t leave out the Galaxy A32 as well but that is more towards the entry level market.

I received the new
Samsung Galaxy A72
 just over a week ago and I have given it a short test. In this preview, I will be commenting on my initial findings and talk about what’s new with the A series.

Comparing the Galaxy A72 with last year’s Galaxy A71, the display is exactly the same size but this time the A72 has an under display fingerprint sensor. The responsiveness of the sensor is as good as the flagship series such as the S21. But I find that the fingerprint sensor is located slightly towards to lower end of the display compared to the S21.

The biggest improvement to me is the overall design and material used. The A71 has a shiny surface which made it a fingerprint magnet but the A72 has a matte finish. The camera bump is about the same but this time the A72 has a more smooth contoured design. I like this very much. It made the whole phone design look premium. The flat back surface made it very pleasant to hold in one hand, at least that’s what I feel.

Speaking on material, the Galaxy A72 comes in matte plastic finish at the back with an aluminum frame and gorilla glass front. The previous A71 come in all plastic design, which looks good but has that “cheap” look. Nevertheless, the A71 is a superb mid-range phone while the new A72 has improved in areas where the A71 lacks.

Now the Galaxy A72 now comes with the newer Snapdragon 720G SoC while the A71 comes with Snapdragon 730, without the G. Both SoC are almost identical in terms of the chipset speed and both are using 8nm process. As for GPU, both are using Adreno 618. It is said that the SD720G is an improvement from the SD730. For this, I need to do a full performance test.

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The biggest upgrade we can see on the A72 is the camera module. It now has a better camera sensor and comes with a telephoto setup. I would say that the new Galaxy A72 has a more flagship level camera this time around. But I have yet to give it a full test.

I also would like to note that the new A72 is also IP67 certified water and dust resistant. That is one of the big improvements from its predecessor. Now your worries of water spills are over.

Colour options are better as well. It comes in more pleasant colours that looks good on the matte surface. I simply look better, feels better and hopefully performs better too.

So, is the overall processing power and performance the same as the A71? That we will find out in my upcoming full review.

Quick specifications of the new Samsung Galaxy A72

SoC
: Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm), Octa-core (2×2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver)
GPU
: Adreno 618
OS
: Android 11, One UI 3.1
Memory
: 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Display
:
Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 800 nits
6.7 inches, 107.8 cm
2
 (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio)
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)
Battery
:
Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Fast charging 25W
Camera
:
64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7X”, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS
8 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm
5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Selfie Camera:
32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8″, 0.8µm
Colours:
 Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Blue


Samsung Launches the Galaxy M62 in Malaysia with 7,000mAh Battery and Powerful Processor

A Monster of a phone that boasts huge battery, powerful processor and upgraded camera

Samsung Malaysia Electronics is thrilled to reveal its newest addition to the online exclusive mid-range Galaxy smartphone, the Galaxy M62. A smartphone that showcases an all-new, trendy look with vivid colors & metallic gradation pattern with large infinity display, a lasting performance, larger battery, the upgraded camera that takes your photography to new depths; all at an accessible price!

“The Galaxy M series are thoughtfully made to create a more connected, genuine and meaningful connection to meet consumers’ needs in this new normal– enabling them to share stories and engage with their friends and family through these essential features that matter most,” said Edward Han, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Galaxy M62 is the Monster of a Phone

The Galaxy M62 features a 6.7” Infinity-O display FHD+ Super AMOLED Plus for full-screen viewing experience. This allows consumers to do more and better in your life, be it binge-watching your favorite videos on TikTok, or letting your little ones attend online classes, or using it to work in this new normal. Galaxy M62 comes with a polished ergonomic design where its colors are intensified by the modern metallic gradation in two colors – Blue and Black.

A. Monster Performance

The Galaxy M62 features Exynos 9825, the flagship-level processor produced with 7nm EUV for swifter performance & power efficiency. With this Monster of a phone, you get to power up your performance with a super-fast processor and sufficient RAM (8 GB of RAM to enhance a performance and speed of the AP), giving you plenty of room and power to stream, download, and post.

B. Monster Camera

Galaxy M62 boasts a multi-role Quad camera featuring a main camera, Ultra Wide, Macro and Depth cameras that are combined with intelligent features – allowing users to shoot with more perspective to create legendary images. Besides that, its AI Camera (Single Take & My Filters) creates the easy way to capture various moments and select the best shot. You can up your photography game with M62’s camera where you can capture clear, awesome photos that never sacrifice on image quality no matter what time of the day it is.

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C. Monster Battery

Beyond all these, Galaxy M62 boasts the powerful 7000mAh battery
[1]
 with Wired PowerShare, making it a Monster of a phone with such large battery capacity. It doesn’t stop there – it also comes with an in-box Type C 25W fast charger that recharges Galaxy M62’s battery in less than 2 hours
[2]
.

Exclusive Online Launch Promo of M62

The Galaxy M62 will be made available exclusively on
Lazada
 on 3 March 2021 in two (2) trendy colours – Blue and Black. During the ONE-DAY-ONLY sales, consumers can get their hands on a Galaxy M62 for RM1,599 (RRP: RM1,999) – a 20% discount from its RRP!

This promotion has a limited quantity available. Grab it while stocks last!

For more information about the Galaxy M62, please click
here.

[1]
 Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 6,800 mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

[2]
 Results based on Samsung internal test lab conditions. Hours may change on individual usage.


Samsung Named No.1 Global TV Manufacturer for 15 Consecutive Years

New industry report affirms 15 years of industry-leading innovation,

positioning Samsung at forefront of TV industry

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. topped the global TV market for the 15
th
 consecutive year, according to market research firm, Omdia. Newly released data published on February 23 notes that Samsung Electronics recorded 31.8% in global TV market share by revenue in Q4 2020 and retained the largest annual category market share by revenue in 2020, at 31.9%.

Samsung’s growth across the Visual Display Business reflects a commitment to the most premium at-home viewing experiences, coupled with the fast-growing QLED portfolio, category leadership in the ultra large screen segment over 75-inches, the introduction and expansion of a Lifestyle TV portfolio, and a series of industry, category and product “firsts” made possible thanks to Samsung’s constant drive for innovation.

“Consumers use screens every day to entertain, connect with loved ones, work, exercise from home and do much more. And we have seen how different lifestyles and routines have not only evolved, but converged,” said Jong-hee Han, President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “We continue to be incredibly humbled by the trust placed in our vision and products; it is what drives our relentless pursuit to deliver cutting-edge innovation and a best-in-class screen experience that meets the needs of the modern-day consumer.”

Looking back over the last 15 years, Samsung’s innovation-led growth agenda has incorporated groundbreaking new technologies, while spanning multiple categories, reaching a wide range of consumers and use cases.

In 2021, Samsung expects to maintain its industry-leading market position with the introduction and expansion of core products and by incorporating proprietary technology and features across all TV lineups. This includes Samsung’s new Neo QLED lineup along with Samsung’s MICRO LED, Lifestyle TVs and a company-wide alignment of operations through long-term sustainability programs. Over the next few years, Samsung will also continue to invest in R&D and product development in strategic business areas to strengthen its core and emerging technology offers.

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For more information on Samsung’s TV products, please visit
www.samsung.com/
.


Samsung Neo QLEDs Received Certification for Industry-First ‘Gaming TV Performance’

Four models from Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED TV lineup have received the distinction, reflecting game-changing performance of a sub-10ms input lag and HDR with brightness of higher than 1000 nits

Samsung Electronics announced that the 2021 Neo QLED became the first TV to receive certification for Gaming TV Performance from Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE), a well-regarded electrical engineering certification institute in Germany.

Four models from the 2021 Neo QLED lineup (QN900, QN800, QN90, QN85) received the certification, a distinction given for ‘Low Input Lag’ and ‘HDR with brightness of higher than 1,000 nits.’ Each of the TVs went through a rigorous testing process, ultimately earning the certification for less than 10ms of input lag during every scene of gameplay. Input lag refers to the period of time from when an electrical signal is sent from the game pad to when it is displayed on the screen. A TV with lower input lag will provide gamers with a more immersive gaming experience.

In addition, Samsung Neo QLED also received the certification for HDR with brightness over 1,000 nits. FreeSync Premium Pro also adds to the HDR support, making bright scenes brighter and dark scenes darker to offer optimized contrast. HDR technology is often considered as one of the most important features among gamers.

Apart from low input lag and HDR support with brightness of higher than 1,000 nits, Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs also reflect a number of new and exciting gaming features.

Samsung Neo QLED TVs deliver more accurate details, deeper blacks and incredible color expression due to their 100% color volume and 12-bit backlight control. Wide Game View and Game Bar, both industry firsts, deliver a broader viewing experience with 21:9 and 32:9, and the ability to quickly check a variety of gaming information.

In addition, Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs deliver fast game motion at 120Hz with Motion Xcelerator Turbo+, even during gameplay with fixed UI. Sound has also been enhanced through AI-based surround-sound and object tracking sound (OTS+), delivering the ultimate immersive gaming experience.

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Yonghoon Choi, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics said, “An increasing number of gamers look for large screen displays with high-end picture quality when shopping for a TV, and Samsung continues to lead the TV-focused gaming experience.”

For more information on Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED TV, please visit
www.samsung.com


Samsung Unboxed Micro LED and Samsung Neo QLED, Letting You Discover More

From MICRO LED and Samsung Neo QLED to monitors and lifestyle screens, Samsung redefines the role of the TV in the home with capabilities relevant to consumers’ new needs and personal interests

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. showcased its 2021 lineup of MICRO LED, Samsung Neo QLED, lifestyle TVs, monitors, and soundbars at its virtual Unbox & Discover event. As people spend more time at home, Samsung’s latest innovations let consumers get the most from their screens—allowing them to work efficiently, communicate effectively, and explore their personal passions.

“At Samsung, we are proud to constantly innovate to improve consumers’ everyday lives. Over the past year, technologies that were once ‘nice to have’ became a need, as our homes became offices, schools, gyms, and more,” said James Fishler, Senior Vice President, Home Entertainment Division, Samsung Electronics America. “The role of the TV in our lives has grown—and in 2021, Samsung continues to redefine the role of TV around the needs and passions of consumers.”

For decades, TVs were seen simply as a way to watch movies and shows; now, TVs are serving as conference rooms and fitness hubs. By taking advantage of many features for the first time this past year, people are re-examining the role that their TV plays in their lives.

Beyond Samsung’s innovative approach to new features, our leadership in picture performance has made Samsung the number one global TV manufacturer for 15 consecutive years. In 2021, Samsung continues to break new ground to offer consumers extraordinary viewing experiences.

Micro LED Comes Home

With superb brightness, deep blacks, and breathtaking image quality,
MICRO LED
 technology offers a groundbreaking viewing experience that lasts. Its inorganic LEDs help prevent burn-in and ensure the screen stays vibrant over its lifetime.

In 2018, Samsung introduced MICRO LED in the form of “The Wall”—a configurable system of modules that can reach an astounding 292 inches for an experience like no other. With its inherent flexibility, “The Wall” requires professional installation in the home or office.

In 2021, Samsung brings all the power of MICRO LED technology in the form factor of a traditional TV experience. Now, consumers can take home the cinematic experience in a beautiful edge-to-edge screen design, with no need for professional assembly and installation. MICRO LED is available in 110’’ and 99’’ sizes globally beginning at the end of March; an 88’’ size is launching this fall; and a 76’’ is on the future roadmap.

MICRO LED can become 4 screens in one. With
4Vue (Quad View),
 consumers can watch up to four sources of content
simultaneously
. Keep up with multiple sports at once, or stream a walkthrough while playing a video game. MICRO LED brings true-to-life picture quality at an enormous scale—out of the box.

Samsung Neo QLED Fits Any Home and Every Passion

As people turn to TVs as an outlet for their passions, Samsung developed
Samsung Neo QLED
 to enhance the viewing experience, no matter what you are watching. The Samsung Neo QLED viewing experience is defined by our Neo Quantum Processor, and new Quantum Mini LEDs. At just 1/40
th
 the size of conventional LEDs, Quantum Mini LEDs allow for ultra-fine light control. With deep blacks, bright lights, and upscaling technology smarter than any Samsung TV has ever offered, Samsung Neo QLED delivers an ultra-realistic picture—whether you are watching a football game, or playing one on your gaming console.

Samsung Neo QLED also offers features that level up gaming. Samsung is proud to be the Official TV Partner of Xbox Series X in the United States and Canada. With Xbox and Samsung renewing their multi-year agreement this year, the two companies will continue working together to offer an unbeatable gaming experience. Samsung Neo QLED and QLED offer cutting-edge capabilities that make them a phenomenal companion to next-gen gaming with Xbox Series X. In addition, Samsung Neo QLED and QLED let you see virtually every detail with incredible 4k clarity, a silky-smooth 120 frames per second, and a low 5.8ms response time.

In order to further deliver optimized gaming performance to the 2021 Samsung Neo QLED and QLED line, Samsung has also partnered with AMD to develop the first TV with Freesync Premium Pro support for both PC and console games to deliver a truly exceptional HDR gaming experience. Additionally, Samsung’s new
Game Bar
 helps players quickly monitor critical aspects of play. You can use it to access Samsung’s
Super Ultrawide Gameview
, which brings ultra-wide aspect ratios—traditionally only available on gaming monitors—to the TV.

For those with a passion for fitness, Samsung Neo QLED brings athletic training and healthy living to the home. Last year, when people weren’t able to go to the gym, many sought ways to stay fit at home.
Samsung Health
, a comprehensive fitness and mindfulness platform launched in the spring of 2020, met this need. Samsung Health helped us stay fit with partner apps for every style of fitness and health, along with seamless connectivity to mobile devices and wearables.

In 2021, Samsung Health adds the benefit of a
Smart Trainer
. With an optional camera sold separately, the Smart Trainer utilizes AI to analyze your posture and provide real-time feedback to improve your form as you follow instructional videos.

In 2021, Samsung Neo QLED’s 8K models (QN800A and QN900A) will be available in 65’’, 75’’, and 85’’ sizes, while the 4K models (QN90A and QN85A) will reflect an even wider selection, starting at 50’’.

TV Technology That Reflects Your Style Indoors or Outdoors

Consumers today expect experiences tailored to their needs, personal tastes, and style. The Lifestyle TV category offers screens designed for every consumer and every space—in and outside the home.

The Frame
 transforms the TV into a work of art that can be personalized to fit your aesthetic and decor. With new partnerships in the Art Store, like
NAVA Contemporary
 and
Etsy
, The Frame features more original artwork to match individual tastes. It also includes AI-based auto-curation technology that recommends artwork based on your selections. Curate your own personal art collection with a growing library of over 1,400 pieces of art from world-renowned institutions. The Frame also features increased photo storage space from 500 megabytes in 2020 to 6 gigabytes in 2021, so you can store up to 1,200 photos (all) in UHD quality. From beloved classics to stunning photography, the Art Store gives you access to a variety of content to personalize your space.

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In 2021, there are new ways to customize the Frame itself—from new mounting options like the
Slim Fit Wall Mount
 to five bezel options and more from third party providers. Additionally, we have made the 2021 Frame slimmer than ever: just 24.9 millimeters thick, about the same depth as an actual picture frame. It’s just as appealing off as when it’s on.

Samsung is also offering a new way to display the 2021 Frame, with
 My Shelf
, a new accessory releasing globally later this year that

lets you create a tailored wall with personal touches

to complement your screen and décor.

My Shelf can be attached to the 55 inch, 65 inch, and 75 inch Frame sizes,

and will be available in four different colors: beige, white, brown, and black.

For those who miss the movie theater experience,
 The Premiere
, the industry’s first triple laser projector with 4K resolution, represents the next stage in home cinema—all in a compact package. Traditional beam projectors can be clunky and difficult to set up—and even if they offer a big screen, the resolution is sometimes far below an ordinary TV. The Premiere’s minimalist design, with rounded edges and a fabric finish, fits neatly into any home. To help consumers use the Premiere anywhere in their home, we are going to be offering rollable screens optimized for the Premiere later this year on
Samsung.com
. Just position the Premiere around 5 inches or further from a monotone wall or ALR screen, and break out the popcorn.

In 2020, Samsung took its industry-leading picture performance from inside the home to the yard—just as consumers were looking to get outdoors. With
The Terrace
, our first outdoor TV, consumers can enjoy the picture quality, audio performance, and smart features they expect from Samsung outside. And they can do so worry-free; The Terrace is weather-resistant, with an IP55 rating to protect against water and dust. It is also simple to install, and easy to connect to cable service and a Wi-Fi network. The Terrace is available in 55”, 65”, and a new
75” Full Sun model
 is coming in time for summer.

Screens Suited for Every Need – From Productivity to Play

In 2020, the relevance of the monitor at home changed dramatically. For many, this meant additional screens for multiple needs. Suddenly, a screen that was used to shop online or surf social media became critical to daily life, as consumers used it to make the most of work, school, and play.

To fulfill this demand, the
Smart Monitor
 is Samsung’s first “do-it-all” monitor—uniting the best of monitor and TV. Smart Monitor is compatible with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Wireless DeX, and Apple AirPlay 2, letting consumers work from anywhere without needing to connect to a PC. With AirPlay 2, customers can stream, control, and share their favorite content directly from their iPhone, iPad, or Mac to their monitor. When you need to relax, you can enjoy your favorite shows by turning on the Smart TV platform and accessing your preferred streaming apps. Smart Monitor helps consumers stay productive when they need to be—and entertained when they need a break.

In 2020, the
Odyssey G9
 gaming monitor generated a lot of buzz—this year, Samsung is leveling up the experience with a Quantum MiniLED display and premium gaming features. The 1000R screen curvature, combined with Quantum MiniLED display technology, gives gamers an experience unlike any other. The new G9 joins Samsung’s full lineup of curved and flat Odyssey gaming monitors.

To enable a new way of learning and working while staying safe, we are introducing the
Samsung Interactive Display FLIP 75-inch,
a digital whiteboard you can write, draw, and edit on. The Flip offers connective features for hybrid working and learning to help consumers succeed—whether in the classroom, the office, or at home. With optimized 4K picture quality and easy-to-read visuals, a team of up to 20 can work simultaneously to sync personal devices for real-time content sharing. The Flip allows users to see a coworker’s or teacher’s presentation as if they were there in person—offering the ability to work together while staying safe. Designed to foster greater collaboration, increase productivity, and enable a seamless exchange of ideas, the 75-inch display joins the 55-inch, 65-inch, and 85-inch display.

Sound That Matches the Visual

While Samsung TVs offer incredible sound from the tiniest of speakers, nothing rounds out the home theater experience like the addition of a Samsung soundbar. The 2021
Q Series
 lineup includes exclusive
Q-Symphony
 tech, syncing audio from the Samsung TV to deliver enhanced 3-dimensional sound. The soundbar even measures its environment to project audio precisely where it needs to be.

For a full, deep and rich immersive experience, the
Q950A
 boasts the industry’s first 11.1.4 channel sound bringing you right into the center of the action. Its new
Bass Boost
 feature allows users to add “more boom” with a simple click. For those who play music from their mobile devices,
Tap Sound
 makes it as simple as tapping a device to the soundbar. And the Q950A works with multiple voice assistants, including Amazon Alexa and Bixby—making it easy to take full control of the listening experience.

Passion, Style, Tastes and Needs

In 2021, Samsung complements your passions, adjusts to your tastes, and delivers performance that enhances all experiences. From the pinnacle of luxurious performance in MICRO LED, to the aesthetic appeal of The Frame, Samsung redefines the role of the TV in your home—at a time when the TV is more relevant than ever.

*
Product availability may vary by region.
 For more information on Samsung’s TV products, please visit
www.samsung.com/
.


Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLED TVs Receive Industry-First ‘Eye Care’ Certification

2021 Neo QLED TVs become the first TVs to receive ‘Eye Care’ certificate from VDE in Germany

Samsung Electronics today announced that the 2021 Neo QLED lineup has received the first-of-its-kind ‘Eye Care’ certification from Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE), a well-regarded electrical engineering certification institute in Germany. This distinction underscores Samsung’s commitment toward improving the consumer reliability of its TVs.

All of the Samsung 2021 QLED models that have completed the testing have received the comprehensive ‘Eye Care’ certification which includes ‘Safety for Eyes’, ‘Gentle to the eyes’, flicker level, uniformity and color fidelity assessments.

‘Safety for Eyes’ certification is assigned to products with the levels of emission of blue light, ultraviolet rays, and infrared rays that fall into the ‘Exempt Group’ according to classification of emission limits set by International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

‘Gentle to the eyes’ certification proves that the amount of melatonin suppression from a device meets the International Commission on Illumination (CIE) standard.

IEC is an international standards organization that prepares and publishes international standards for electrical, electronic products and related technologies. CIE is the international authority on light, illumination, color and color spaces.

Through the certification, Samsung’s QLED TVs have also been recognized for meeting the standards of picture quality uniformity and color fidelity, both elements of which evaluate content delivery performance.

Yonghoon Choi, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics said, “As the global TV industry leader of 15 years’ standing, Samsung is fully committed to developing products that not only offer excellent picture quality but are also human-centric.”

For more information on Samsung’s TV products, please visit
www.samsung.com/
.

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Sharp Raises More Than RM 400k Through Malaysia Tabah 2021 Fundraising Initiative

Proceeds from Malaysia Tabah 2021 will fund Tzu Chi Foundation’s ongoing efforts to support frontliners and Malaysians impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

Sharp Electronics (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (SHARP) today announced that it has raised more than RM 400,000 through the Malaysia Tabah 2021 initiative. Launched in December 2020, the initiative raised funds by giving away 2021 desktop calendars for every RM 50 donation received from the public and from SHARP’s dealers, business partners and employees.

Proceeds from this initiative was channelled to non-governmental organisation (NGO), Tzu Chi Foundation. Mr. Ting Yang Chung, Managing Director of SHARP handed a mock cheque to Ms. Echo Chien, CEO of Tzu Chi Foundation Malaysia to mark the occasion. Also present was Mr. David Liu, Deputy CEO of Tzu Chi Foundation Taiwan. Proceeds will be used to support the NGO’s ongoing work to support Malaysians during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We would like to thank the community for their support and our media partners –
The Star Publications
and
The Malay Mail
 — for their collaboration on the Malaysia Tabah 2021 campaign. With more than 36 years in Malaysia, SHARP remains committed to supporting the nation’s fight against the pandemic. We will continue to uphold our corporate responsibility to assist Malaysians and mitigate the pandemic with our stay-at-home campaign during these unprecedented times,” said Mr. Ting.

“The desktop calendars showcasing photos taken by our media partners during the Movement Control Order perfectly encapsulated the year 2020 and we hope these powerful images will not only uplift Malaysians’ spirits but also inspire them to continue supporting our frontliners and those in need. We are pleased to provide these funds to the Tzu Chi Foundation and trust they will further our mission to support the affected community members,” added Ting.

“The Tzu Chi Foundation is incredibly grateful to SHARP, the media partners and the members of the public who have joined us in our response to the ongoing pandemic. Thanks to the generous support, we will now be able to continue our efforts to help Malaysians with their medical as well as individual needs,” said Ms. Echo Chien, CEO of Tzu Chi Foundation Malaysia

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To date, the Tzu Chi Foundation has distributed PPEs to 2,372 hospitals, clinics, police stations and other needy organisations nationwide. In addition, under the NGO’s own Kita1Keluarga initiative, it has disbursed much-needed aid to some 2,178 families (representing more than 9,100 beneficiaries) with each receiving between RM300 to RM800 per month for three consecutive months between September and November 2020.

For more information on the Malaysia Tabah 2021 initiative, please visit
https://www.malaysiatabah2021.cocorolife.my


Starting 3rd April, Leap to Noise Off World With realme Buds Air 2 Only for Rm199

Supports Active Noise Cancellation up to 25dB
Large battery capacity with a massive 25 Hours Total Playback

Today, realme Malaysia has finally launched its realme Buds Air 2 in collaboration with popular international DJ, The Chainsmokers. The earbuds are well-equipped with
Active Noise Cancellation
,
Super Low Latency
 and
25 Hours Total Playback
 which is sufficient for all day usage with comprehensive audio enjoyment. The realme Buds Air 2 will be a device suitable for youth who are searching for audio accessories that can bring out their styles.

“With realme Buds Air 2 in your ear, Malaysians will leap to noise off world while hearing the sounds you love as it reduces unwanted noises. It is indeed an amazing accomplishment with The Chainsmokers to produce such a high quality audio device with premium sound experience in its segment. As we carry on to expand our products lineup beyond smartphones, we are committed to invent more AIoT devices with high-end features and introduce them to our tech-savvy users in Malaysia,”
said Tiffany Teh, Brand Manager of realme Malaysia.

Active Noise Cancellation up to 25dB

The Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) function is the highlight of realme Buds Air 2 as the function was originally offered in high-end flagship earbuds and headphones. realme Buds Air 2 enables more young people to immerse in games, video and audio without being disturbed by unwanted noise. Thanks to the Active Noise Cancellation, it is able toreduce the noise up to 25dB by filtering out the low frequency noises such as the rumble of public transportations and home appliances.

The
Transparency Mode
is installed in realme Buds Air 2, enabling the users to hear conversations around you after switching the mode on in one click. You can now work with your earbuds on conveniently as you will still be able to discuss work with your colleagues without taking the earbuds off due to its in-ear design that brings physical noise cancellation. realme has exclusively developed a new generation of intelligent noise reduction chip, the
R2 chip
 that brings fantastic computing performance, better energy efficiency, steady connection and quality calls.

88ms Super Low Latency

realme Buds Air 2 can cater the needs of gamers through the upgraded Game Mode with its latency as low as 88ms, showcasing a 35% reduction as compared to the previous generation. Gamers who are using the earbuds will have a better sound and picture synchronization that ensure your best game performance. All you need to do is just download the realme Link App and turn on the Game Mode.

The new generation of
Bluetooth 5.2
 equipped in realme Buds Air 2 ensures a stable connection even in the environment with multi-device interference. With a transmission distance up to 10 meters, you can keep playing music seamlessly even when your smartphone is not side by side with you. You can also avoid sync errors at critical moments while gaming, it is easier for you to identify the enemy’s location with great accuracy and claim victory.

25 Hours Total Playback

In terms of the battery performance, a significant improvement can be seen on realme Buds Air 2. The battery life of earbuds with its charging pod together has increased from 17 hours to 25 hours when Active Noise Cancellation is off, however you can still enjoy 22.5 hours of playback time when Active Noise Cancellation is turned on. Meanwhile, the device supports fast charging where you can experience 2 hours of playback with just 10 minutes of charging period. The earbuds themselves will last for 5 hours with only a single charge within an hour.

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10mm Hi-Fi Bass Boost Drive and New Bass Boost+ Mode

The partnership between realme Audio Studio with The Chainsmokers aims to boost the sound quality and experience of realme Buds Air 2. Therefore, the diamond-like carbon diaphragm is selected to bring your ears the ultimate experience by presenting an ultra-high quality sound. The distortion rate of realme Buds Air 2 has been reduced to less than 0.5% which is the industry’s highest standard.

In addition, realme launched the new Bass Boost+ Mode as the bass enhancement solution that fully leverages the power of large dynamic coil and diaphragm, bringing you bass that sounds like it’s live. There are two modes added to the new Bass Boost+ in realme Link App, Dynamic is able to balance the bass, treble and mid sounds, while Bright enhances the human voice which is perfect for listening to podcasts and audiobooks.

Smarter Audio Experience with Smart Features

The Open-up Auto Connection facilitates realme Buds Air 2 to connect automatically with your phone when you open up the charging case. Google Fast Pair also assists users to set up the connection for the first time of pairing. Users are able to customize their touch controls through realme Link App, for example you can double tap to play or pause and triple tap for the next track.

Aside from that, the Smart Wear Detection can detect user’s wearing condition of earbuds in real time. It will automatically pause the music or movie’s audio when it was taken out so that the user will not miss any single moment. When one of the earbuds is taken off, another earbud will switch to Transparency Mode accordingly for a better wearing experience.

Trendsetting Design, Lightweight and Durable

realme Buds Air 2 are not just earbuds for your day-to-day routine, they are designed to represent your fashion statement with its trendsetting outer beauty. realme Buds Air 2 offers two stylish colours,
Closer Black
 and
Closer White
 that adopt the unique two-tone colour splicing design. Closer Black undergoes the matte process that prevents fingerprints and smudges; while the electroplating process on the earbud rods creates a depth of blue within the black for high gloss effect. Closer White comes in a high-brightness design to pair with the silver earbud rod finished through the electroplating process as well.

Users might forget that the earbuds are in their ears as the weight of one earbud is only 4.1 grams, which is lighter than a piece of A4 paper. The earbuds present three sizes of silicone tips which are S, M and L to allocate users with the right size based on human’s ear canal for comfortable usage all day long.

realme Buds Air 2 also supports IPX5 water resistance rating to prevent any forms of liquid, however it is not applicable to the charging case. It has passed strict tests during the production process to ensure its durability for complex daily use.

Product Availability

Version
Colours
Sales Details
realme Buds Air 2

RM199
Closer Black and Closer White
First Offline Sale on realme’s Brand Store and all Authorised Dealers 3 April 2021   Available Online on realme’s Lazada Official Store 8 April 2021, 12amLink:
http://bit.ly/budsair2pr

To find out more about realme’s events and promotions, do follow our Facebook
page
 as well as Instagram at
@realmemalaysia
.


Sydney by Rich Brian – New Single is the Official Theme Song for PUBG Mobile Pro League 2021

Rapper, producer, singer, and songwriter, Rich Brian returns with his first single of 2021, “Sydney”, the new track also acts as the new anthem for the PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) 2021. The new anthem via 88rising accompanies Malaysian top team journey and competition in PMPL MY SG region which begins on 24 March 2021. The song is now available for download
here
.

Inspired by hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, “Sydney” blends Rich Brian’s signature deep vocals and laid back flow with some saxophone thrown in, thus once again displaying the artist’s ability to constantly shapeshift and reinvent his sound. “I created Sydney after listening to a ton of Three 6 Mafia,” explained
Rich Brian
. “The entire production of this single was heavily inspired by the hip-hop group. I also wanted to hear myself flexing about my life over some beautiful saxophone.”

Throughout “Sydney”, Rich Brian shares how he has matured and grown as an artist, from rapping on YouTube in his bedroom in Jakarta to becoming the first Asian music artist to reach #1 on iTunes’ Hip Hop charts. Listeners follow along as Rich Brian reflects on how he has learned over the years to care less about his doubters and focus more on his career, lifestyle, and future. With lyrics like,
“I hate when people just barely know me but they act like they fuckin invented me / Everybody on their scared to grow shit I’m on my 8th metamorphoses,
” Rich Brian shows that his journey as an artist is constantly evolving.

Brian’s latest single will be a part of lighting up the stage at PMPL 2021, a huge moment for the Southeast Asia gaming community. PMPL 2021 starts off on 24th March and runs through till 18 April 2021. PUBG MOBILE has announced the group result for the PMPL MY SG Season 3 that is divided into 5 groups, 20 esports teams that will pour out their abilities to win the glory and opportunity to take home a $150,000 USD prize pool. Stay tuned on
WeTV
, PUBG Mobile Malaysia’s
YouTube
 channel and
Facebook
 to watch the heart-pounding esports match, while being entertained with hip-hop beats from “Sydney” that will be broadcasted live through those channels!

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The HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 Is Coming Soon

The newest addition to the HUAWEI MatePad family is set to arrive in Malaysia that gives users elevated consumer experience

The world we live in today is not the same as we know it to be. We are witnessing new cultures and emerging trends that has changed the way we live our lives – where online remote learning and working-from-home (WFH) has inevitably become part and parcel of our day-to-day routine. Some of you may be looking for the right device to broaden your horizon or even get work done; that is where HUAWEI can help.

On 20 March 2021, HUAWEI is set to release yet another improved and upgraded version of its HUAWEI MatePad. The HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is packed with features that makes it a tablet that one cannot live without. We listed three main reasons why HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is the tablet everyone needs.

Experience Immersive Audio & Viewing

Staying at home means we must be virtually present to stay connected with our surrounding and everyone appreciates a device that allows us to stay connected while delivering incredible performance each time. With the HUAWEI MatePad 10.4, you can be sure that you are always connected with its Wi-Fi 6 technology. At its core, the HUAWEI MatePad tablet is equipped with HiSilicon Kirin 820 chip that will enhance your user experience altogether while making sure to deliver the power it needs.

Online remote learning and working from home does not sound as fun as it really is. We take breaks from time to time to distress and catch up with our series. Featuring a 10.4-inch 2K Full View Display with an 84% screen-to-body ratio, you are guaranteed to be fully immersed with your favourite series on HUAWEI Video with dramas and movies from Mango TV, Stingray, Qello Concerts and The Explorers during your breaks.

And if you like to listen to songs or podcasts, the MatePad 10.4 is fitted with quad speaker sound by Harmon Kardon – giving you the best audio experience one could find in a tablet. On top of that, the HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 only weighs 0.46 kg which makes the tablet a perfect companion for you to carry wherever you may go.

Bigger and Better

When it comes to storage, everyone likes it big and as the saying goes – the bigger, the better. The HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is embedded with 128GB internal storage ready at your service. Just in case that is not enough, just slot in a microSD card to have an extra storage up to 512GB and you are set to go.

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Like all other HUAWEI products, it comes packed with solid battery and it is no different for this tablet. The HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is equipped with a big 7250mAh battery, giving you an outstanding 12 hours of day-to-day use on a single charge. On top of that, the battery can charge up to 30% in half an hour using its own USB-C charger.

Efficiency at its fullest

The HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is suited with its one of a kind HUAWEI Share, allowing Multi-screen collaboration. This feature not only allows you to mirror your HUAWEI smartphones onto your tablet, but it also eases your life to transfer and share files across your devices, simply by dragging and dropping the file.

Imagine working on multiple documents at one time, do you not find it a bother to switch between documents and apps to get your work done? HUAWEI is putting a halt on this with its feature – Multi-window and app multiplier. This feature elevates your user experience in multitasking to a whole new level.

Staring into the screen of our devices can be tiring for your eyes, especially when we are working long hours. The HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is fitted with the TÜV Rheinland certified screen, giving you the comfort for your eyes while reducing harmful blue light effectively. On top of that, the tablet comes with eBook mode – a feature in HUAWEI products catered to avid readers to protect your eyes and make your reading a more enjoyable session.

With all these improved features packed in the light-weight tablet, the HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 is definitely the tablet that delivers a powerful performance and will always help you stay connected, making it truly the table one cannot live without.

Click on the link to learn more about these amazing features on the HUAWEI MatePad 10.4 at the
HUAWEI Store
.

For more information, kindly visit HUAWEI’s Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/HUAWEIMobileMY
.


U Mobile Introduces Ultra Unlimited Wireless Broadband Plans From as Low as Rm48

U Mobile has introduced a new range of Unlimited plans specific to Wireless Broadband in response to customers’ changing connectivity needs. Called Ultra Unlimited Wireless Broadband, it consists of four plans starting from as low as RM48 for the WB48 Study Plan. There’s also a WB68 Work Plan, WB88 Work & Play Plan and WB128 Max Plan.

Depending on the subscription, customers stand to enjoy unlimited data when using selected apps as well as an allocated monthly data quota that may be used for all other purposes. For example, the WB68 Work Plan offers unlimited data for learning and productivity apps like Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Office 365 apps; it also comes bundled with 30GB of data for all other uses. As for the WB88 Work & Play Plan, it not only offers unlimited data for the learning and productivity apps, it also provides unlimited data for apps like Shopee, Lazada, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Garena Call of Duty: Mobile and Garena Free Fire. On top of that, the WB88 Work & Play Plan also comes bundled with 50GB of data.

Jasmine Lee, Chief Marketing Officer of U Mobile shared the rationale of Ultra Unlimited Wireless Broadband. “U Mobile is committed to help Malaysians unleash their unlimited potential by making quality connectivity affordable. Apart from being really affordable, these plans are also very accessible as you can subscribe via our online store as well. These new plans offer customers tremendous ease as it is truly a plug-and-play solution with no contract or home installation required. Customers may just subscribe, connect to a MiFi modem, and they are ready to go online!”

She adds, “U Mobile is also delighted to say that despite more pressure on our network in March 2020 during MCO 1.0, based on independent findings released in late 2020, our customers’ download speed experience with us actually improved by September 2020, recording almost double the speeds pre-MCO 1.0. That is possible as we have continued to focus on network expansion and upgrades to ensure our customers get quality and stable connectivity.”

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To give customers a chance to experience the new Ultra Unlimited Wireless Broadband plans, the telco is giving a 50% discount on the monthly fees of WB68 Work Plan, WB88 Work & Play Plan and WB128 Max Plan for all new and existing U Mobile customers* who are subscribed to Giler Unlimited GX68, Unlimited HERO P79, P99 or P139 postpaid plans. Customers will be able to enjoy this discount for 24 months. This means that eligible customers will get to enjoy the benefits of the WB88 Work & Play Plan for just RM44 monthly for a period of two years. This promotion starts on 11 March 2021 and will run for a limited time only. For more information about the Ultra Unlimited Wireless Broadband plans, visit
www.u.com.my/wbb


U Mobile’s Connectivity Scores the Highest Percentage in Consistent Quality from Tests by Tutela

U Mobile was recently recognised in a report entitled
South East Asia State of Mobile Experience
by Tutela, an independent crowdsourced data company with a global panel of over 300 million smartphone users, as the Malaysian telco that delivered the highest percentage of Excellent Consistent Quality when it comes to demanding use cases such as HD video calling, multiplayer gaming and HD video streaming. U Mobile also scored the highest percentage of Core Consistent Quality, which represents everyday use cases that most use their data on such as SD video streaming, web browsing or uploading photos to social media. Besides that, U Mobile also came up tops for Upload Throughput, with a median speed of 8.0 Mbps.

Based on the report, 63% of tests from users passed the “Excellent” consistency threshold, while 83.3% of tests passed the “Core” consistency threshold.

“U Mobile is honoured to be recognised by Tutela for having the highest consistency in our network performance for both demanding and everyday usage scenarios. This recognition is particularly meaningful as it shows that even when usage demands on the network increased during the pandemic, U Mobile has been able to provide comparatively the most consistent experience to our customers. As the youngest telco in Malaysia, this recognition also affirms that our aggressive expansion and improvements to our network has paid off. U Mobile will continue to strive to provide quality connectivity that is affordable and reliable so that our customers may unleash their unlimited potential,” said Woon Ooi Yuen, Chief Technology Officer of U Mobile.

For more information on Tutela’s report, visit
www.tutela.com
.

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