TCL Wins 8K QLED TV Gold Award at CES 2020

TCL Electronics one of the leading players in the global TV industry, has been awarded a  top honor by the International Data Group (IDG) at CES 2020. Notable  accolade won by the company is the “8K QLED TV Gold Award 2019-2020” for its premium X Series X915.

The award recognizes TCL’s impressive product competitiveness and industry-leading innovative technology.

The award was given out as part of the Global Top Brands Award Ceremony sponsored by IDG, held on January 8 at Wynn & Encore Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.  A jury of global experts and influential media decided the winners and  took into consideration different aspects of brands. The winners must  show their strength in innovation and illustrate that they are at the  forefront of their industry.

“TCL is making life intelligent with innovative technology and we are
 steadfast in delivering the best viewing experience to our customers
worldwide,” said Kevin Wang, CEO of TCL Industrial Holdings and TCL Electronics.

The  X915 is the latest QLED model in TCL’s flagship X Series, providing  users with premium entertainment experiences backed by breakthrough  display technologies. The X915, which is available in 75- and 65-inch  models, is a TCL QLED TV featuring 8k, Quantum Dot Display  Technology and Dolby Vision® HDR imaging technology. X915 employs Local  Dimming Technology, enabling precise backlight control to deliver  enhanced contrast, ultra-vivid imagery. The X915 is certified by
IMAX Enhanced®
 to deliver the highest quality in-home entertainment experience.

X915
 also features Onkyo audio system and Dolby Atmos® immersive audio that
delivers extraordinary listening experience with sound that fills your
room and flows around you with breathtaking realism.

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Techninier’s First Regional eSports Tournament rewards RM500,000 Cash Prizes to the Winners

Techninier Sdn Bhd, a leading mobile social gaming and eSports
platform provider, has ended the Axiata Game Hero Grand Championship on a
 high note as 48 players from Malaysia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Cambodia
 competed in a 2-day grand finale held on 21st and 22nd December at the
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in conjunction with Comic Fiesta 2019.

Teams of four played in the mobile battle royale game titled “Garena Free  Fire”, that was developed and published by Garena and licensed by  Axiata’s partner and homegrown Malaysian mobile gaming company  Techninier Sdn Bhd.

Preliminary rounds for the tournaments were  held earlier from May till the 31st of October and the top three squads  from each participating country were then flown all the way to Kuala  Lumpur for the Grand Championship to win a share of the RM500,000 in prize money.

After several rounds of live matches, RRQ Hades from Indonesia emerged victorious among 12 participating squads which lets them bring home a grand cash prize of RM65,000. Techninier CEO Dato’ Lion Peh and Axiata group strategy and marketing division Assistant VP Aravin Kumar presented the cash prizes to the winning squads.

According to the new market research report, the eSports market is expected to be worth USD 926.3 million in 2018 and is expected to reach USD 2,174.8 million
 by 2023. The market for online games is growing at a healthy pace and
increasing popularity of video games is expected to drive the eSports
market. Axiata and Techniner have invested more than RM6 million to support and encourage the development of youths to become eSports professionals across Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Bangladesh.

Axiata  Game Hero will be back for a second season in 2020, with more exciting  challenges and interested players can stay tuned for updates on Axiata  Game Hero Season 2 by visiting
www.gamehero.asia
.

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The HDR10+ Ecosystem Makes A Major Leap Forward with Expanded Support

HDR10+ Technologies, LLC, a joint venture
of 20th Century Fox, Panasonic Corporation and Samsung Electronics reported
today that the total number of adopters has increased to 94. New partners, such
as VIZIO and GooglePlay have added support of HDR10+ on their products. The
organization also announced new advances to the HDR10+ Logo and Certification
program, including specification updates to accommodate DisplayPort and AV1.

HDR10+ is an enhanced version of HDR10
that leverages dynamic metadata to maximize the black level and peak brightness
of every scene and frame on displays. The result is an image that more closely
represents the original creative intent of directors. The HDR10+ Technologies
Certification and Logo program makes it easy for consumers to find devices,
content and services that deliver this high quality HDR viewing experience.

With VIZIO now adding support for HDR10+
technology to their UHD TV lineup, reach of HDR10+ expands notably. “VIZIO is
committed to delivering the best entertainment experience to the consumer,
regardless of the format,” said Bill Baxter, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO.
“Adding HDR10+ capability to the roster of HDR signals we already support means
our customers will have the best viewing experience possible when they play HDR
content on their VIZIO SmartCast TV.”

GooglePlay Movies & TV, a major UHD
OTT distributor, will support HDR10+ for their UHD titles. Consumers will be
able to enjoy a superior UHD experience with content from major Studios in
2020. The HDR10+ UHD Blu-ray slate continues to grow with titles available in
HDR10+ such as, “X-Men:Dark Phoenix” from 20th Century Fox, Fast & Furious
Presents: Hobbs & Shaw” from Universal, and “IT: Chapter Two” from Warner
Bros.. HDR10+ content mastering is currently supported by major post production
companies like Deluxe, Giant Interactive and Pixelogic.

In addition, OnePlus, OPPO, Realme and
Xiaomi have also announced support of HDR10+ on their mobile devices. Consumers
are able to enjoy their favorite shows and movies in HDR10+ as well as capture
HDR10+ content with camera then share through YouTube. Viewers are also able to
enjoy HDR10+ video across a range of compatible mobile devices and TVs.

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Support of HDR10+ also includes AV
Receivers to enhance the home theater viewing environment from brands such as
Onkyo and Pioneer. “We welcome that the HDR10+ feature is expanded to support
AV Receiver.” said Kenji Miyagi, President of Onkyo & Pioneer. “We plan to
support HDR10+ on our future products, which we believe helps consumers enjoy a
premium experience.”

The HDR10+ Logo and Certification program
has expanded support for even more next generation technologies. Announced at
IFA, 8K display certification is now available for HDR10+, which brings the
technology to even greater display resolutions and includes high-bandwidth HDMI
2.1. In addition, the HDR10+ specification has added DisplayPort connectivity.

Finally, The Alliance for Open Media has
published an Implementation Note for HDR10+ support with the AV1 encoding
standard. Demonstrations of 8K AV1 HDR10+ content are available at Samsung
booth 15006 at CES 2020.

Companies can learn more about the HDR10+ license and logo program, including whitepaper, final specifications and adopter agreements at
http://www.hdr10plus.org
.


U Mobile Demonstrates ‘Live’ 5G Use Cases For Remote Consulation, Virtual Reality Tourism, And Virtual Reality Gaming

With 5G commercial roll-out anticipated in Q3 2020, it will open opportunities for the adoption of advanced technologies in many verticals like digital healthcare and tourism. U Mobile has worked hard to explore ways in which 5G may benefit Malaysians through its use in various verticals.  In total, five ‘live’ use cases are being showcased in Langkawi in conjunction with the 5G Demonstration Projects, organised by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. In December 2019, U Mobile showcased how 5G connectivity will power remote GP consultation via DOCpod by DoctorOnCall. The telco also showcased the speed of their 5G network, which achieved speeds of 1.2 gbps. Over the weekend, U Mobile showcased more 5G live use cases: remote consultation with MEDCOM, virtual reality (VR) multi-player gaming and VR tourism.

Woon Ooi Yuen, U Mobile’s CTO, shared that the telco remains resolute in exploring the unlimited potential of 5G and how it can benefit Malaysians when 5G becomes commercially available. “We are excited by the unlimited potential of 5G in progressing humanity. These use cases yield important findings which allow us to continue to disrupt the market with many services ready for roll out once 5G becomes commercially available. With 5G connectivity, geographical and socio-economic barriers can be removed and Malaysians can reap its maximum benefits together with us.”

Use Case 1: Remote Consultation with MEDCOM

U Mobile has partnered MEDCOM to offer remote consultation in hospitals. MEDCOM is a 5G-enabled telemedicine device that enables doctors to offer consultation to patients remotely. The device is portable making it easy for use and despite its portability, it is able to provide real time, high-quality, and ultra-reliable clinical, physiological, and diagnostic information for doctors to make decision from a distance.

Use Case 2: VR Tourism

U Mobile has partnered HTV Vive to showcase how 5G may transport users into an exciting and engaging world of Virtual Tourism, where one can go on an immersive journey and experience their destination remotely.

Use Case 3: VR Gaming

U Mobile has partnered with HTV Vive to showcase the power of 5G in VR gaming experience with the game, Front Defence. Woon Ooi Yuen demonstrates how 5G elevates any gamers experience as it has a clearer, more defined picture and gamers are able to immerse themselves in a rich, lag-free multiplayer world for an enhanced entertainment experience.

Use Case 4: Remote GP Consultation with DOCpod by DoctorOnCall

U Mobile has partnered with DoctorOnCall for a 5G use case offering remote GP consultation 5G use case. DoctorOnCall’s DOCpod is Malaysia’s first online medical video-consultation platform that combines advanced video and voice technologies with the medical knowledge and experience of Malaysia’s top doctors.

Use Case 5: Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)

Steven Ge, Managing Director of ZTE Malaysia and Woon Ooi Yuen, Chief Technology Officer of U Mobile, sharing U Mobile’s 5G peak speed of 1.2gbps.

During the demonstration, Woon also emphasised that U Mobile will roll out more ‘live’ use cases benefiting verticals like smart manufacturing and education. U Mobile will share regular updates as these use cases bring the unlimited potential of 5G to reality and will also progress humanity.

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2 Teams from Malaysia to Compete in ML:BB Professional League MY/SG Season 5

The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Season 5 (MPL-MY/SG S5) Malaysian qualifiers saw over 600 registered teams vie for two (2) slots in the upcoming Regular Season. With a US$100,000 prize pool for the taking, Orange Esports and Makan Cendol emerged as victors and will join the following directly invited teams:

EVOS SG (Season 4’s Champion)

Todak (Season 4’s first runner-up)

Axis Esports (Season 4’s fourth place)

Geek Fam (Season 3’s Champion, Season 4’s fifth/sixth place)

Team Bosskurr (Season 4’s seventh/eighth place)

Orange Esports:

The first semi-final of the Malaysia qualifiers saw DarkHorse take on Orange Esports with both teams fielding relatively new squads. Orange Esports confidently won Game 1 in under nine (9) minutes but DarkHorse claimed a hard-fought Game 2 which lasted 21 minutes. However, Orange Esports regained their confidence and cleanly took Game 3.

Orange Esports’ roster includes Silo (MPL-MY/SG Season 2 Champion under Saiyan Reborn), Eren, Mom, Cakbu, Mal and Grengo. They are coached by HawkEye (formerly the manager of Saiyan Reborn during Season 2).

Makan Cendol:

The second semi-final was played out between Makan Cendol and Honey Juana Clan. Makan Cendol consisted of four players from MPL-MY/SG Season 4’s XPAX X-Assassins whereas Honey Juana Clan were an up-and-coming team. In Game 1, Makan Cendol soundly defeated their opponent thanks to excellent team fight coordination and experience.

Nevertheless, the underdogs pulled off a surprising win in the second game to bring the series to Game 3. In the final game, Makan Cendol regained their composure and in a systematic fashion, built up a sizeable gold and experience lead to claim victory.

Makan Cendol’s roster includes Artha, Raisyaa, Ax (MPL-MY/SG Season 2 Champion under Saiyan Reborn), SmoothJago, all of whom were formerly of XPAX X-Assassins in Seasons 3 and 4. Their squad welcomes MPL debutants Tacus and Cuckoo.

The upcoming Singapore qualifiers will determine which three (3) teams will secure their spots in the MPL-MY/SG Regular Season. The Singaporean qualifiers will be on 15-16 February, with the semi-finals and bronze match streamed live on Mobile Legends’ Facebook page.

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For more information on the tournament, be sure to follow the MLBB Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/MobileLegendsGameMalaysia/
 (MY)
https://www.facebook.com/MobileLegendsGameSingapore/
 (SG), or download the MLBB app for free from the
Apple App Store
 or
Google Play
.


Avenir Telecom Strengthens its Position in Europe With a Presence in Over 20 Countries

Avenir Telecom, manufacturer and distributor of mobile phones and accessories under the exclusive
Energizer
®
 brand licence, has developed a strong distribution network that now sees its products marketed in over twenty European countries. Over the years, the group has positioned itself as a key player in the European mobile phone market through strategic alliances with major operators, retailers and marketplaces.

Long-term alliances with operators

Headquartered in Marseille, Avenir Telecom has had offices and teams in Romania and Bulgaria for more than 15 years. These strategic positions have enabled the company to create relationships of trust with national operators and to expand throughout Eastern Europe.

Energizer
®
 phones and accessories
 are currently distributed in 425 Orange stores and more than 350 Telenor outlets. They are also sold in stores and online at Telekom Albania, Telenet Belgium, O2 Slovakia and Epic Cyprus.

A complete and comprehensive offering at retailers and gas stations

Over the past 10 years, Avenir Telecom has built a complete
Energizer
®
 product offering to meet the diverse needs of consumers. The group offers more than 25 models of phones, and more than 150 items of audio, charging and protection accessories.

The
Energizer
®
 phones and accessories are marketed through a large network of consumer electronics stores representing several hundred points of sale, with very active e-commerce websites. They include retailers such as Fnac, Technomarkt, Techno Mag, Go Mobile, Get Connected and Mobil Media.

The
Energizer
®
 range of accessories, which is particularly well suited to the automotive environment, has established itself in gas station networks with a presence at almost 1,000 Shell, Lukoil, Eko, OMV, GasProm and NIS Petrol points of sale.

E-commerce: a dedicated store on Amazon

As consumer online purchases continue to grow, Avenir Telecom has made the presence of its products on e-commerce marketplaces a strategic development focus.

Since 2018,
Energizer
®
 telephones and accessories have been available on Ebay and on Amazon, the leading marketplace in Europe. In October 2019, the group opened a dedicated
store
 for its products on Amazon, enabling consumers to easily find what they are looking for, with rapid delivery and best-in-class customer service.

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 mobile phones and accessories, Avenir Telecom continues its expansion in Europe with the aim of being present in every country on the continent.


Catch Top League of Legends Action at the Pacific Championship Series (PCS) on eGG Network

LIVE on eGG Network Starting 29
th
 Feb, 5PM (GMT+8)

League of Legends fans across SEA can expect the best from teams competing at the inaugural season of the Pacific Championship Series (PCS).
PCS Regular Season Week 1 begins this Saturday and Sunday at 5PM (GMT+8)
 and continues every Friday to Sunday at 5PM daily until May.

eGG Network is happy to serve LoL fans all the action at PCS LIVE on our channels in all 8 countries. Fans from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Philippines can watch Berjaya Dragons (MY), Resurgence (SG), Nova Esports (TH), and Liyab Esports (PH) face off against six other teams from Taipei and Hong Kong.

“The Pacific Championship Series combines some of our largest communities to create an exciting regional league with multi-city representation, and we’re thrilled to finally kick-start the games this weekend,” Chris Tran, Head of Esports, South-East Asia, Riot Games.

The PCS is a result of a merger between the League of Legends Master Series (LMS) and League of Legends Southeast Asia Tour (LST). The merger will see an increased competitive level for LoL teams from SEA, Taipei and Hong Kong, while fans enjoy a more engaging experience with more diverse gameplay and tactics. The PCS marks the return of League of Legends on eGG Network, with more LoL esports tournaments for fans to catch in the near future.

Stay tuned to eGG Network’s
Facebook
 and
Instagram
 for the latest match schedules and updates on PCS.  Catch the PCS on eGG Network in
Malaysia on Astro CH800 and on the
Astro GO
 app
, while fans in
Singapore can watch on Singtel TV (Channel 014 and 120)
. The eGG Network channel is also available in Brunei, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar and Australia. Find out how to watch on
www.egg.network
.

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Experience the World in a Different Way with All-New Samsung Galaxy S20

The Galaxy S20 introduces an entirely new camera system, powered by AI and Samsung’s biggest image sensor yet, to bring out the best in every moment

It is year 2020. The era that we expect to see notable advancements in our society, the way we live, and in the everyday technologies around us. With that in mind, Samsung Malaysia has officially launched the Galaxy S20 to change the way we capture and experience our world, and to revolutionize the next decade of mobile experiences.

“2020 is a year that signifies a whole new generation or era of revolution – in a great and exciting way of course. This is why we feel that it is an exceptionally appropriate time to officially unveil our most innovative smartphone yet to Malaysians. With the new Samsung Galaxy S20, consumers will have a brand-new window to their world – giving them fresh experiences never seen before,” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

SEE, CAPTURE, & SHARE OUR WORLD LIKE NEVER BEFORE

The Samsung Galaxy S20’s most exciting feature, arguably, lies in its camera setup. It introduces an entirely new camera system, powered by AI and Samsung’s largest image sensor yet, to bring out the best in every moment.

“Samsung sees a future of high-quality images and videos, all taken from one single device that is almost capable of replacing professional-grade gear. We believe that through the eyes of the Galaxy S20, consumers will be able to tell their stories with clarity like never before,” Kim added.

Stuck at the back of a concert hall? Unable to see lecture slides? Curious about the football game happening at the park near your condo? The Galaxy S20’s got your back. The Samsung Galaxy S20 uses a combination of Hybrid Optic Zoom and Super Resolution Zoom, which includes an AI-powered digital zoom. Dubbed the
Space Zoom
feature, consumers will be able to zoom up to 30X with utmost clarity. But for those who would love to see something truly revolutionary, the Galaxy S20 Ultra’s folded lenses technology will be there to blow your minds. The Galaxy S20 Ultra uses an AI-powered, multi-image processing to reduce quality loss at extremely high zoom levels, so that users can experience a Super Resolution Zoom of up to 100X, much like a telescope set!

When taking pictures, one issue that often comes to mind is “This picture would probably be better if it was shot using another mode.” Thanks to the Galaxy S20, this concern can finally be allayed with its camera’s
Single Take
 feature. Boasting a comprehensive AI camera system, this feature allows Galaxy S20 users to capture the entire moment through pictures and videos in several modes simultaneously, such as Live Focus, cropped, Ultra-Wide, and more – allowing you to select and choose the shot that describes the entire moment best!

If those aren’t enough to convince you of the Galaxy S20’s unrivalled camera system, perhaps its professional-grade
8K Video filming
 capability will. Capture ultra-sharp videos with true-to-life color and quality, so that you can look back at a memorable moment as you saw it with your own eyes! And when recording is done, users can conveniently stream the 8K video to a Samsung QLED 8K TV to enjoy a high-quality, Hollywood movie-like video that was shot just moments before. Not only that, the Galaxy S20 handles bumpy roads and shaky situations like a champ as well. Thanks to its Super Steady technology, anti-rolling stabilization, and AI motion analysis, videos will look like they were shot using an action cam. Hold up! See a frame in the video you really like? You can even grab a still from the 8K video and turn it into a 33MP high-resolution photo!

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SETTING THE COURSE FOR THE FUTURE OF COMMUNICATION

With so much high-quality content to share nowadays, we would need fast and stable networks so that content sharing can be done without any hiccups. This is why Samsung has introduced 5G capabilities on its Galaxy S20 Ultra variant, for the first time ever. As Samsung continues to look ahead from the year 2020, this 5G technology in the S20 Ultra is the face of the new generation of mobile innovation and connectivity.

“Samsung is all about moving forward and introducing new, innovative technologies that will help consumers live their lives more easily. 5G technology is definitely the future of mobile experiences, and that is why we at Samsung are determined to spearhead this new mobile revolution,” Kim concluded.

GALAXY S20 PRICES & COLOURS

The Samsung Galaxy S20 series is available at a recommended retail price (RRP) from RM3,599 to RM4,999. The devices will be offered in various classic colors:

Galaxy S20:
Cosmic Gray, Cloud Blue, Cloud Pink (RRP: RM3,599)

Galaxy S20+:
Cosmic Gray, Cloud Blue, Cosmic Black (RRP: RM3,999)

Galaxy S20 Ultra:
Cosmic Gray, Cosmic Black (RRP: RM4,999)

GALAXY S20 ROADSHOWS

To celebrate the launch of its latest revolutionary flagship, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is thrilled to announce its Samsung Galaxy S20 Consumer Roadshows, happening from the
6
th
 to 8
th
 March 2020
at the locations below:

Location

Time

Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur

10:00am – 10:00pm

Queensbay Mall, Penang

10:30am – 10:30pm

Mid Valley Southkey, Johor Bahru, Johor

10:00am – 10:00pm

East Coast Mall, Kuantan, Pahang

10:00am – 10:00pm

IMAGO Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

10:00am – 10:00pm

Customers who purchase a new smartphone within the Galaxy S20 series at the roadshows will be entitled to amazing, FREE exclusive gifts*.

Exclusive Roadshow Gift

Wireless Charger Pad along with a 128GB microSD memory card** worth a total of RM378

Early Bird Reward***

or

Trade-in any camera and get brand new***

Be rewarded with a Samsung 50’’ 4K Smart UHD TV worth a total of RM2,599

or

Get RM400 instant rebate on your Galaxy S20 series by trading in any camera

*Terms and conditions apply, first come first served basis

** 128GB MicroSD Memory Card to be redeemed at
www.samsung-redemption.com/my/login

*** Consumers may select only the Early Bird Reward OR the Claim Your Iconic Camera option per person, per bill.

The Samsung 50” 4K Smart UHD TV and RM400 instant rebate are valid for the first 500 redemptions nationwide respectively based on the allocated quantities placed in each region as listed below:

Region

Quantity

(
50” 4K Smart UHD TV)

Quantity

(
RM400 instant rebate)

Kuala Lumpur

220 units

220 units

Penang

120 units

120 units

Johor

80 units

80 units

Kota Kinabalu

50 units

50 units

Kuantan

30 units

30 units

For more information about the all-new Samsung Galaxy S20 series and roadshow, visit
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s20/
 and
www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile/galaxy-s20-roadshow/****

****The page
www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile/galaxy-s20-roadshow/

will be available at 7:30pm, 28 February 2020.


Samsung Galaxy A71 Preview – A Good Test Run So Far

Samsung launched new upgrades to their A series line up recently and they just changes the number from zero to one. In this case, I own a Galaxy A70 but the new upgrade is named A71. That’s right, they just changed the number as an upgrade. But is the “small” upgrade worth it? I had a good run with the new A71 so far and here’s the short preview of it while I’m still doing a full review.

Now what are the differences between the A70 and the new Galaxy A71? First of all, both are about the same size. Both comes with the exact same display size at 6.7″ and 1080 x 2400 resolution. Now the obvious difference that you can immediately see is the camera setup at the back. The A70 comes with 3 camera setup while the new A71 comes with 4 camera setup. And it is placed in a rectangle base that holds the cameras at the back. This kind of camera setup is becoming a trend already with other brands doing the same thing.

Internally, the A71 receives a huge upgrade in power and performance. The older A70 comes with Snapdragon 675 SoC and Android 9.0 out of the box but the Galaxy A71 now comes with the newer Snapdragon 730 that packs more punch on the GPU power. It also comes with Android 10 pre-installed. I am still reviewing the unit at the moment but so far, the upgrade has proven to be awesome.

Key Specifications:

SoC
: Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 (8 nm), Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver)

GPU
: Adreno 618

OS
: Android 10, One UI 2

Memory
: 128GB ROM/6GB RAM, 128GB ROM/8GB RAM

Display
:

Super AMOLED Plus capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors

6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~87.2% screen-to-body ratio)

1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density)

Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Battery
: 4,500mAh

Camera
:

64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7″, 0.8µm, PDAF

12 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide)

5 MP, f/2.4, 25mm (macro), 1/5.0″, 1.12µm

5 MP, f/2.2, 1/5.0″, 1.12µm, depth sensor

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HONOR Bolsters Its IOT Strategy With Comprehensive New Smart Devices

HONOR showcases an intelligent and integrated ecosystem in Barcelona, comprising of the HONOR 9X Pro, the HONOR View 30 Pro, both with the Huawei AppGallery, one of the world’s top three app stores, the HONOR MagicBook Series, new customizations for the HONOR MagicWatch 2 and the fitness-focused HONOR Magic Earbuds

HONOR strengthened its all-scenario IoT strategy with the launch of a comprehensive product line-up through a live stream press conference earlier today. The HONOR 9X Pro, the first HONOR smartphone pre-installed with the Huawei AppGallery, among the world’s top three app stores, marks the start of an intelligent and interconnected ecosystem for HONOR users.

HONOR also announced a slew of products consisting of the global availability of the HONOR View 30 Pro, the first HONOR smartphone equipped with the Kirin 990 5G chipset. The brand then introduced the all-new HONOR MagicBook Series featuring two sleek and lightweight laptops in a powerful compact package for creators on-the-go. Next, for its True Wireless Stereo (TWS) fans, the HONOR Magic Earbuds were unveiled to captivate fitness enthusiasts. In addition, the HONOR MagicWatch 2 will now be even more customizable with a new line of watch straps called the EasyFit Series, and it will also come with new health tracking functions.

To support its goal to orchestrate a one-stop, all-scenario intelligent living ecosystem for young people around the world, HONOR commissioned Canalys to conduct a study into intelligent living trends in Europe. Smart device shipments in Europe is expected to surpass 500 million in 2023, up from 436 million units in 2019 according to the recent report
Intelligent living in Europe
. Between 2020 to 2023, the smart device market in Europe is expected to increase by a CAGR of 3.5%, with smart speakers and smart personal audio being the fastest growing categories.

“Our unique portfolio of smart and cutting-edge products has expanded our IoT ecosystem and created a ubiquitous and seamless experience for our global customers,” said George Zhao, President of HONOR Global. “According to research conducted by Canalys
[1]
, 41% of surveyed respondents carry more than one smart device while at work or on-the-go, and this increases to 68% while they are at home. This demonstrates an increase in demand for more intelligent and digital experiences. From smartphones to wearables and notebooks to personal audio devices, HONOR is now the go-to brand for the needs of digital natives all around the world.”

HONOR 9X Pro: Extraordinary experience with essential and exclusive apps from Huawei AppGallery

Equipped with the state-of-the art 7nm Kirin 810 AI Chipset, a 48MP Triple Camera and a 6.59” HONOR FullView Display, the HONOR 9X Pro delivers an enhanced user experience with upgrades across performance, gaming and photography. The Kirin 810 AI Chipset runs on Huawei’s brand-new computing architecture to allow more sophisticated and diverse applications in AI. Furthermore, its GPU is upgraded to the custom Mali-G52 that enables Kirin Gaming+, a feature that provides a smoother gaming experience while its Liquid Cooling System effectively improves heat dissipation during prolonged gameplay.

Through the Huawei AppGallery, the HONOR 9X Pro has access to a wide variety of apps across Health & Fitness, Entertainment, Music, and Photography. With this secure platform, users can now easily and reliably install apps that complement their smart lifestyles. The HONOR 9X Pro is also equipped with the Huawei Assistant, a virtual assistant that facilitates information search and apps accessibility, adding more convenience for the user. Users can also utilize the SmartCare feature of the Huawei Assistant to access contextual cards for Stocks and Sports that covers 150 sporting events and more than 150 major stock markets
[2]
. Furthermore, users can get insights to Calendar, Weather, Missed Calls, Phone Usage, and Data Consumption. More services in other categories will be added in due course.

The HONOR 9X Pro will be available in France, Germany, the Netherlands, Egypt, KSA (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) and Malaysia from March 2020 at a MSRP of €249.

HONOR View 30 Pro: Pioneering 5G technology, groundbreaking Matrix camera for amazing photos and cinema-grade videos

Developed with pioneering 5G technology and armed with the latest Kirin 990 Series chipset, the HONOR View 30 will deliver an industry-leading 5G experience as it enables a multitude of 5G applications in smart homes, travel and gaming. It comes with a SuperSensing Triple Camera that comprises a 40MP Sony IMX600 Main Camera, a 12MP Super Wide-Angle Camera with Cine-Lens and an 8MP Telephoto Camera. Not only will this unique Matrix camera deliver amazing still photographs, the 12MP Cine-Lens is supported by a 16:9 customized sensor to create movie-grade photos and videos.

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The highly anticipated HONOR View 30 Pro will be commercially available soon, with Russia being the first market to kick off its official sale.

HONOR MagicBook 14/15: Thin, lightweight notebooks with up to 10-hour battery life

The launch of the HONOR MagicBook series, which comprises the HONOR MagicBook 14 and HONOR MagicBook 15, marks the first time a product from HONOR’s PC category will be available to a global audience. Available in Space Gray and Mystic Silver, the HONOR MagicBook 14 boasts a compact, thin and lightweight design. Catering to young people on-the-go, the HONOR MagicBook 14 lasts up to 10 hours in a single charge, and sports a compact Type-C charger with 65W fast charging capability. It has a FullView display with a high screen-to-body ratio, powerful core for ultra-fast performance and enhanced graphics, as well as smart interconnectivity between HONOR smartphones and the laptop.

Privacy is as important as design and performance on the laptop. The HONOR MagicBook Series comes equipped with a pop-up webcam that is discreetly hidden underneath the camera button on the keyboard. Users can simply tap on the camera button on the keyboard to make the webcam pop up when they need it. This serve as a unique privacy safeguard which protects against remote hijacking and peeping. Furthermore, the fingerprint power button which enables instant access from startup to desktop directly for a more secure and effortless login experience.

To showcase the laptop’s superior battery life, which lasts up to 10 hours on a single charge, HONOR built a charging system capable of powering an electric quad bike, using just five HONOR MagicBook 14 units. Within an hour, approximately 180Wh was transferred from the five HONOR MagicBook 14 into the quad bike to allow the e-vehicle to drive 5km in distance. The HONOR MagicBook 14/15 (256GB) will be made available in the UK, Germany, France, Czech Republic and other markets from the end of March with an MSRP of €599.

HONOR MagicWatch 2: EasyFit Series straps and new functions

HONOR today introduced the EasyFit Series watch straps, made exclusively for the HONOR MagicWatch 2, which will be available in two sizes -46mm and 42mm. With eight new colors available and different strap materials to choose from, including fluoroelastomer (an eco-friendly hypoallergenic material) and high-quality Italian leather, you can customize your watch based on your specific activities and different outfits for any occasion. There are six colors available for the fluoroelastomer, including Daylight Yellow, Olive Green, Reef Blue, Sky Blue, Lilac Purple, and Camellia Pink, and two colors, Wonderland Green and Wizard Purple, for the leather strap. The EasyFit Series straps will be globally available from April with an MSRP of €35.9.

The Female Cycle Tracker allows women to be more informed about their menstrual cycle by using the app to track their periods, record symptoms and be on top of their next period start date. The period-tracking calendar also allows user to compare their data in one place. Furthermore, users can opt-in to receive push notifications before the predicted cycle start date. With the enhanced SpO2 monitor, fitness enthusiasts can monitor their oxygen saturation level in the blood stream during a workout. The HONOR MagicWatch 2 will be upgraded with the SpO2 via over-the-air software from the end of March 2020
[3]
.

HONOR Magic Earbuds: New frontier of wireless accessories

HONOR also introduced the HONOR Magic Earbuds, the ultimate truly wireless earbuds for fitness fans that combine the Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Technology with a secure fit that can last through any workout. Its built-in triple microphones have adaptive ambient noise cancelling technology that allows excellent call quality. Furthermore, it is equipped with a 10mm driver unit to deliver exceptional bass quality for music lovers. The HONOR Magic Earbuds are available in Pearl White and Robin Egg Blue, and will be globally available from April 2020 at an MSRP of €129.

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

[1]
 Research was conducted by Canalys in February 2020

[2]
 Only support EMUI 10.0 and above version

[3]
 SpO2 monitor is not designed to be a medical device, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. All data and measurements should be used for personal reference only.


Huawei Atlas 900 AI Cluster Wins the GSMA GLOMO Tech of the Future Award

Today, GSMA awarded Huawei Atlas 900 AI cluster with the Global Mobile Awards 2020 (GLOMO Awards) – Tech of the Future Award. Atlas 900 stood out with its world-leading AI computing power, ultimate heat dissipation system, and best-in-class cluster network. Atlas 900 accelerates global basic AI research and quickly brings AI applications to industries to advance the AI era with unparalleled AI computing power.

Innovative technology has propelled the mobile industry far beyond the wildest expectations of early tech pioneers. GSMA awards the GLOMO Award – Tech of the Future Award to recognize technology that is ahead of its time and reshapes the world. The award marks industry recognition of Huawei Atlas 900 AI cluster as a product that scales new heights in AI innovation.

Atlas 900 is the world’s fastest AI training cluster. It is a powerhouse that combines thousands of Huawei Ascend 910 AI processors for 256 to 1024 petaFLOPS (PFLOPS) FP16, providing the computing power of 500,000 PCs. During the ResNet-50 model training benchmark test, Atlas 900 shattered the world record by completing training in 59.8 seconds. It is the only product in the industry capable of completing such training under a minute.

Atlas 900 has diverse applications for scientific research and business innovation, allowing researchers to train AI models with images and videos more quickly. Not only does this benefit scientific research in more efficient and accurate astronomical, petrochemical, and weather predictions, but it also provides business benefits, such as faster time-to-market for autonomous driving.

The Atlas 900 AI cluster has three high-speed interconnect modes: Huawei Cache Coherent System (HCCS), PCIe 4.0, and 100GE. Atlas 900 uses data center switches from the Huawei CloudEngine series to support a full-mesh parameter synchronization network for AI model training boasting over 100 TB (10^12)/second. This reduces the synchronization latency by 10% to 70% for a huge leap in training efficiency.

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Ultimate computing power can result in system overheating. The Atlas 900 AI cluster has an industry-leading heat dissipation system to cope with this issue. Its hybrid liquid cooling solution supports a liquid cooling ratio exceeding 95% with cabinet-level enclosed adiabatic technology. Ideal power usage effectiveness (PUE) for a data center is 1.0. A single cabinet with Atlas 900 provides heat dissipation of up to 50 kW for a PUE of below 1.1. In addition, Atlas 900 is far more space efficient than an 8 kW air-cooled cabinet, reducing the equipment footprint by 79%. The innovative liquid cooling system greatly reduces customer TCO with high power, high density, and low PUE.

Comments from the judges, “This entry created a platform for progress across a wide array of applications in the mobile industry and beyond, leveraging the latest technology to deliver incredible speed and performance with a minimal carbon footprint.”


Huawei Consumer Business Product and Strategy Virtual Launch

Following a tremendous year for HUAWEI in 2019, the tech giant is geared up and ready to see its big plans for an even better year 2020, unfold into reality.

On behalf of HUAWEI, we would like to invite you to join us for an exciting time of awe and wonder, as the company unveils its latest innovations in artificial intelligence and smart technology — and you can do it all from the comfort of your own home!

HUAWEI’S Consumer Business Product and Strategy Virtual Launch
 will go live via HUAWEI’S official Facebook and YouTube pages (links attached below) on February 24, 2020 at 9PM (MYT). The live event will be held concurrently with the HUAWEI Global Launch Press Conference in Barcelona, Spain.

Date:
   24 February 2020 (Monday)

Time:
    9PM – Live Streaming begins

Links:
  Facebook:
facebook.com/malaysiahuawei/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4wvCKPj1RM

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Maxis Achieves Highest Excellent Consistent Quality of Mobile Experience in Malaysia

Vietnam offers the fastest, best quality mobile network experience in South East Asia

Vietnam’s mobile subscribers experience the best Excellent Consistent Quality at 71.4%, when compared to users in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. This is according to the latest State of Mobile Networks report on the region from Tutela – a global crowdsourced mobile data company. The report used data from over 14 million devices (iOS and Android smartphones), including over 330 million speed tests, collected between July 1st and December 31st 2019.

After Vietnam, Malaysia placed second with an Excellent Consistent Quality of 64.0%. Excellent Consistent Quality is Tutela’s measure for how often a mobile operator provides its users with a connection that is suitable for a range of more intensive use cases such as 1080p video streaming, group HD video calls and realtime gaming.

On an operator basis, Maxis dominated across the board in Malaysia, taking the top spots for all five categories tested including the highest Excellent Consistent Quality in the country (80.2% – also the highest result for any single operator in this report) and highest median download throughput (16.0 Mbps).

Other key findings from the report include:

Although Indonesian networks are middle of the pack for the region overall, Telkomsel (Indonesia) is individually one of the best-performing operators in this report, and significantly outperforms all other Indonesian operators, and many of those from the other countries tested, on virtually every metric.

Vietnamese networks are the best overall, thanks to strong competition between the top three operators in the country, all of which provide above-average performance compared to the rest of the region. However, all operators in the country still have work left to do to convert more of their networks to 4G, with just 55.8% of consumers’ time spent on 4G rather than 3G – the lowest in the region.

In Thailand, smartphone subscribers’ mobile experience depends greatly on what kind of things they do with their smartphones. DTAC and TrueMove have virtually identical Core Consistent Quality percentages, indicating that their networks are on par for common use-cases like streaming SD video or browsing the internet. For Excellent Consistent Quality, a test geared more towards demanding use-cases like multiplayer online gaming, DTAC pulled significantly ahead.

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Tom Luke, VP at Tutela commented: “Countries in South East Asia are experiencing huge mobile traffic growth at a pace that outstrips much of the rest of the world. As such, it falls to operators to find a way to use their existing resources to deliver an outstanding mobile experience as consumers continue to demand even more from their mobile networks particularly for things like video streaming on the go. ”


Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League Malaysia and Singapore Enters Its 5th Regular Season

Top teams from Malaysia and Singapore will now compete for a share of the RM410,000 (US$100,000) prize pool and a spot in the Playoffs happening this 18th and 19th April 2020.

Moontoon announces fresh and exciting MLBB content for fans this season: “Bangkit,” an all-new MLBB web series, and MPL Spotlight, a weekly highlight show.

The fifth season of Malaysia and Singapore’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League (MPL-MY/SG S5), sponsored by Malaysia’s leading digital telco Yoodo, will be kicking off the Regular Season in full swing on 29th February 2020. Going on for six weeks until 5th April 2020, this RM410,000 (US$100,000) prize pool tournament will see the 10 best teams from Malaysia and Singapore battle it out for glory in one of the region’s most popular mobile games – Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB).

Following the qualifying rounds for Malaysia and Singapore that concluded on 16th February 2020, Malaysia’s Makan Cendol and Orange Esports, alongside Singapore’s Notorious Villains, Resurgence, and Siren Esports are the teams who have earned a spot in the upcoming Regular Season.

They join the directly invited teams (Axis Esports, Geek Fam, Team Bosskurr, and Todak from Malaysia; and EVOS SG from Singapore) in a six-week battle for points where the top eight teams will progress to the MPL-MY/SG S5 Playoffs. Half of the tournament’s prize pool of RM200,900 (US$49,000) will be up for grabs in the form of weekly incentives and win bonuses during the Regular Season, while the other half will be distributed in the Playoffs scheduled for 18th and 19th April 2020.

“Bangkit”

Moonton has also announced an all-new web series that will be launched on 5th March 2020 in conjunction with the Regular Season of MPL-MY/SG S5. Produced in collaboration with eGG Network, this 7-episode series will tell the story of a professional MLBB player and the highs and lows in the life of a professional esports athlete. It will also address the issue of toxicity in the gaming world, highlight the importance of family values, and showcase the grit and determination in the pursuit of success.

“Building off the incredible response to our first web series Mata Kerbau, which we launched during MPL-MY/SG Season 2 back in September 2018, we wanted to bring a new story to fans in Malaysia who inspire us every day with their passion for the game. Additionally, we wanted toshine the light on some issues and values in the gaming world today. We don’t want to spoil it, so be sure to tune in and enjoy it for yourself,” said Jayden Wei, Esports Manager of Moonton.

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The “Bangkit” web series will premiere on 5th March 2020 (Thursday) at 6pm on the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Facebook page and YouTube channel with one episode launched every week for six weeks. The final episode will be screened during the Playoffs. Fans can also tune in to eGG Network’s channel (Astro CH800) to watch it on TV.

Commenting on the sponsorship of MPL-MY/SG S5, Chow Tuck Mun, Head of Yoodo said, “Since our first foray into gaming in 2018, Yoodo has continuously supported gamers by fortifying our position as the go-to telco for gamers. Today we are proud to level up this commitment by sponsoring the 5th season of the MPL.”

Yoodo is Malaysia’s first truly customisable and 100% digital mobile service offering users total control over the amount of data, voice and SMS in their plan.

MPL Spotlight

Another exciting content series available for fans this season is MPL Spotlight, a weekly talk show featuring leading MLBB analysts and pundits where key matches in MPL-MY/SG S5 will be discussed and broken down for fans. The show will cover meta analyses, data and statistics, pro picks and item builds, as well as MVPs and rising stars in the league. The show will be aired from 26th February 2020 at 12pm on eGG Network’s channel (Astro CH800) and MLBB’s Facebook page, with an episode airing every week until 8th April 2020.

For more information on the tournament, the upcoming shows, or to watch the Regular Season matches live, be sure to follow the MLBB Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/MobileLegendsGameMalaysia/
. The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang game is also free to download from the Apple App Store or Google Play.


New ClickShare Conference Brings Wireless Conferencing to the Workplace

Barco, a global leader in meeting room technology, is about to revolutionize conferencing with the brand-new ClickShare portfolio. ClickShare Conference works seamlessly with conferencing software, camera brand and laptop, making remote collaboration sessions as intuitive as a face-to-face meeting.

Connecting wirelessly to AV meeting room equipment, ClickShare Conference combines the power of Unified Communication tools with the simplicity of a wireless collaboration solution. One can start a remote meeting faster from their own device and own tools. The new Conferencing Button instantly makes meeting room USB-peripherals available to the user’s laptop. The users can straight away share all the video and audio streams with the meeting room peripherals by just plugging in the Button. A useful set of
collaborative and interactive features
 are added to the
ClickShare Collaboration App,
accessible via the additional Quick Button. The presence detection in the Desktop App helps connect instantly to the meeting room detection from a laptop.

Speaking on the launch,
Marc Remond, Vice President of Sales, Meeting and Learning Experience Solutions, Barco APAC,
 said, “As more and more organizations embrace new ways of working in the Asia Pacific region, the demand for remote collaboration solutions is exploding. Barco aims to simplify the experience and increase the adoption of video meetings across different meeting spaces with the launch of a differentiated meeting room solution that is agnostic by design.”

The power of the new ClickShare Conference lies in the freedom to choose: the solution is triple-agnostic. Users decide how they collaborate securely from whichever device they want to, in any meeting space while enjoying all the usual benefits of the UC or videoconferencing tool of their choice and of all AV USB-peripherals available in the room.

Commenting further,
Ta Loong Gan, Managing Director, Barco South East Asia, said,
 “Barco’s new ClickShare Conference solution will revolutionize meetings and wireless conferencing. It is all about wireless conferencing and BYOM (Bring Your Own Meeting), as it takes away all the friction points related to hosting video meetings and web conferences. It offers a solution for the high-pressure put on IT departments to support different conferencing tools and brings person-centric experiences and multi-purpose collaboration spaces to the work environment.”

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The new ClickShare Conference range consists of
3 different models
: the entry-level CX-20, the CX-30 and the high-end CX-50. The CX-20 is ideally suited for huddles and small meeting rooms, offering the key functionalities of wireless collaboration and conferencing. The CX-30, the perfect companion for standard meeting rooms, adds a set of interactivity features such as, touch back support, moderation, blackboarding and annotation to make users truly connect and click in meetings. The high-end CX-50, for large meeting rooms and boardrooms, brings a premium AV collaboration experience with superior audio and video quality and offers the best possibilities to integrate into one’s IT or AV environment.

Join the ClickShare Conference launch event at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, KL, Malaysia on 19
th
 Feb 2020 to experience the workspace transformation. RSVP at
https://bit.ly/38oBuRf


NEXEA Bridges Local Technology Startups And Corporations

Calling on local tech startups to tackle the challenging market

In its fifth consecutive year, Malaysia-based startup investment firm NEXEA Angels Sdn Bhd (NEXEA) is back with its Multi-Corporate Accelerator 2020 – a startup program that aims to bring local technology startups and corporations for the purpose of identifying and exploring potential partnerships, pilot programs and acquisitions.

The program is held in partnership with several organisations such as UEM Sunrise Berhad (a leading property developer in Malaysia), Spritzer (the most integrated and largest bottled water producer in Malaysia), Delloyd Group (Automotive, Plantation, Vehicle Distribution), shopper360 (the region’s shopper markering expert) and Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Berhad (one of the leading general insurers in Malaysia and a subsidiary of Allianz Malaysia Berhad).

Through the program, startups will get an opportunity to explore pilot projects with these organisations, validate business with feedback from them, explore real-world product testing and build up traction by having these organisations as potential customers.

“Our program is designed for startups who are looking for funding, mentors and support from corporations. The idea is about bridging the gap between startups and industry players – many startups desire a working relationship with corporate entities and our role is to help startups attain it,” explained Ben Lim, Managing Partner of NEXEA.

In addition, startups gain mentor support from NEXEA and the opportunity to get funded by NEXEA and its co-investment partners.

Commenting further on NEXEA Multi-Corporate Accelerator 2020 and the larger industry objective, Lim said, “At NEXEA, we are dedicated to growing the Corporate Innovation industry in Malaysia which is also an advantage for the overall startup industry. Our role is to help corporations have greater accessibility to their Corporate Innovation initiatives by leveraging our experience in dealing with startups, the startup ecosystem as well as best practices in Corporate Innovation,” explained Lim.

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Applications are now open and will be closed on 8 March 2020. To apply, go to
http://www.nexea.co/startup-accelerator-malaysia/

The programe is open to all Malaysia-based tech startups from ideation stage to pre-series A

Each startup will be funded with RM50,000 and up to RM1 million follow-up funding via Angel Investors (if eligible), as well as RM1.5 million of benefits for each selected startup

Startups will work with world-class mentors, investors and corporates

To-date, NEXEA has invested in a total of 35 companies in the last five years.

For more information on NEXEA, visit their website at
https://www.nexea.co/
 or Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/NEXEAVENTURES/
.


On Vivo’s Perspective: How Does 5G Technology Make A Change?

While a new generation of wireless connectivity hits the market every couple of years, experts claim the move to the 5G network will be unlike any speed and performance the world has ever seen. The fifth-generation cellular system will nearly eliminate lag times to make real-time functionality and seamless connectivity a reality.

To align with the government’s prospect to fully adopt 5G by the year 2023, several businesses and corporations have already been looking into 5G since 2017, with companies already looking into collaborations with one another to set up 5G.

Despite how our Malaysian Government has been publicising on the benefits of 5G roll-out in Malaysia on economy, infrastructure and community as a whole, the effectiveness of 5G is still being questioned by the general public which begs the question:
How will 5G technology make a difference in our community, and do have the substantial resources in order to utilise 5G to its full potential?

As one of the leading Chinese smartphone manufacturers in the world, vivo has started its 5G technology research and development hub in Beijing since 2016. With years of research and development on 5G infrastructure and system, vivo has always strive to fulfil its commitment to serve the Malaysian community at its best, in terms of its products and services. Mr Mike Xu, Chief Executive Officer of vivo Malaysia said that 5G network can be tapped to its full potential and be embedded seamlessly with vivo’s technology when proper research and development is partaken.

“Vivo has always been a technology-driven company by product innovation with a focus on smart devices and services. We are far advancing compared to others by introducing the strategy to expand 5G end-points to include AR glasses, smart watches, smart headphones and more, while using 5G-enabled smartphones as a core feature,” shared Mike on vivo’s prospect in propelling Malaysia towards the digital age.

On top of vivo’s perspectives, there are four crucial improvements on how the roll-out of 5G infrastructure can boost the community in terms of effectiveness and productivity.

1. Speed Enhancement

With the enhancement of 5G’s transmission performance, it multiplies by 5-10 times as compared to 4G networks, which increases the network speed for general users. As the 5G base station supports
Massive Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) features
, a wireless network that allows transmitting and receiving of more than one data signal simultaneously over the same radio channel. That said, such an increase in speed will transform the quality and forms of content we consume on smartphones and ultimately influence all industries.

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2. Connection Enhancement

The huge increased capacity brought by 5G networks make room for a million devices per square kilometer, while 4G supports only up to 100,000 devices per square kilometer. These devices are not limited to smartphones, but include smart home gadgets, monitoring equipment, IoT devices etc. This will accelerate the adoption pace of “Internet of Things”, “smart home”, “smart community”, “smart factories” and even “smart cities”. Vivo sees smartphones as a channel that connects human beings and the universe. Once 5G network is widely applied to our daily lives, the capacity of this “channel” will increase significantly.

3. Data Enhancement

Telecom tariffs could be greatly reduced when 5G becomes mature. As a result, various services that were not accessible previously due to high tariff charges will soon be more readily available. For instance, in the early 4G era, short-form video applications were not available. However, these applications have widely popularised after the huge reduction of 4G tariff cost. In the future, with the same amount of communication cost, we could get 10 or 20 times more or unlimited high-speed internet data – transforming our way to better utilise the Internet.

4. Latency Enhancement

Having the ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC) of 5G network, signals that previously require a specialised channel to transmit can now be supported by 5G to offer a faster, more reliable, longer-distance and lower-latency transmission, in which every 10 seconds of latency reduction will make a huge improvement in the application experience. With this feature, we will be able to remotely control our appliances and cloud computing by using 5G network.


Samsung Galaxy S20: Change the Way You Experience the World

The Samsung Galaxy S20 series is Samsung’s first, full 5G flagship lineup, featuring unprecedented 5G and AI camera technologies, built for the future of communications

Samsung Electronics
today unveiled the Samsung Galaxy S20, a new series of flagship devices that fundamentally change the way we capture and experience our world. The Galaxy S20 series introduces a brand-new camera architecture that combines AI with Samsung’s largest image sensor yet for stunning image quality. Along with the camera, the Galaxy S20 makes the experience of everything we love to do with our phones, easier and better—enjoy personalized music for every moment of the day, watch videos the way they are meant to be seen and play console-style games on-the-go.

“As we enter this new decade, 5G will completely change how we communicate and how we experience the world around us,” said
Dr. TM Roh, President and
Head of Mobile Communications Business,
Samsung Electronics.
“As all three Galaxy S20 variants come with 5G connectivity
[1]
, Samsung is providing a next-generation device for transforming people’s lives. With an incredible, AI powered camera, you can capture the moments as they happen and connect more seamlessly with the people you love.”

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF COMMUNICATION

With 5G, a new decade of mobile innovation is beginning. And to harness this new generation of connectivity, every device in the Galaxy S20 series—the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra—comes equipped with the latest 5G technology.
[2]
 The Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra are the first devices able to power new mobile experiences that take advantage of both sub-6 and mmWave. The Galaxy S20 supports sub-6.
[3]
  All three devices are capable of delivering non-standalone and standalone 5G capabilities.

CHANGING HOW WE CAPTURE

Now, more than ever, we capture our lives and tell our stories through our smartphones—and that is why the camera is the single-most important feature for consumers purchasing a new smartphone. Designed for the way we live, the Galaxy S20 introduces an entirely new camera system—powered by AI and with our biggest image sensor yet—to bring out the best in every image and every moment.

Details in Stunning Clarity:
With a larger image sensor available on the Galaxy S20 series, camera resolution is significantly increased, for more detailed images with added flexibility for editing, cropping, and zooming. S20 and S20+ have a 64MP camera. S20 Ultra has 108MP camera. Another benefit is that the larger sensors take in more light, so you get rich image quality even in low light situations. The S20 Ultra takes things a step further with the option to shift dynamically between a high resolution 108MP mode and a 12MP mode, thanks to nona-binning technology which combines nine pixels into one at the sensor level.

Groundbreaking Zoom Capability
: With the Galaxy S20’s Space Zoom technology that uses a combination of Hybrid Optic Zoom and Super Resolution Zoom, which includes AI-powered digital zoom, even when you are far away you can zoom in close. Use up to 30X zoom on the Galaxy S20 and S20+, or step-up to the revolutionary folded lenses on the S20 Ultra, which uses AI powered, multi-image processing to reduce quality loss at high zoom levels so that users can experience Super Resolution Zoom up to 100X with a clearer view ever than before.

Single Take, Multiple Possibilities
: Single Take lets you stay in the moment, while you capture the moment. Thanks to its AI camera technologies, the Galaxy S20 can capture a number of photos and videos, such as Live focus, cropped, Ultra Wide and more that captures your moment the best.

Pro-Grade Filming Capability
: The Galaxy S20 offers stunning 8K video shooting, so users can capture their world in true-to-life color and quality. When you are done shooting, stream your video to a Samsung QLED 8K TV and enjoy its best-in-class viewing experience
[4]
 or grab a still from an 8K video and turn it into a high-res photo. And, even the bumpiest videos look like they were shot using an action cam, thanks to Super Steady and its anti-rolling stabilization and AI motion analysis.

DO WHAT YOU LOVE, BETTER

The Galaxy makes the experience of everything we love to do on our phone, easier and better. With new features and impactful partnerships, inspired by open collaboration, the Galaxy S20 is built for how we use our phones today.

Music
: Whether you are just waking up, or heading to the gym, enjoy a personalized soundtrack based around your routine, thanks to a new integration between Spotify and Bixby Routines. With Music Share, extend your paired Bluetooth connection to a car stereo or speaker via your device, so you and your friend can take turns DJ-ing during a road trip.
[5]

Exceptional Video Chat on Google Duo
: Video chat more easily with all of the most important people in your life on the Galaxy S20. With 5G, the Galaxy S20 enhances the video chatting experience through a deep integration with Google Duo, bringing new Duo features first to Galaxy S20. Now, from the dialer, you can tap Duo to start a video call and enjoy, for the first time ever, FHD quality. Google Duo is compatible across operating systems, so you are not limited in who you can video chat with. Fit the entire family in the frame, using the wide lens; and talk to up to 8 friends, at once.

YouTube on 5G
: Share your 8K videos with the world faster and better. Samsung partnered with YouTube so you can upload your 8K videos directly to YouTube—and with integrated 5G capabilities, experience ultra-fast upload speeds.
[6]

 Entertainment
: Taking advantage of the Galaxy S20’s pro-grade camera, Netflix and Samsung are working together to put the Galaxy S20 in the hands of renowned directors to capture bonus content based on popular Netflix Originals. Users can also discover Netflix’s best-in-class content through an improved integration with Galaxy devices, enabling ease of content discovery and accessibility via Samsung Daily, Bixby, and Finder.
[7]

Gaming
: The Galaxy S20 series takes mobile gaming to the next level. With a 120Hz display, you’ll have the ability to experience incredibly smooth gaming. Later this spring, Samsung partner, Microsoft, will launch its popular Forza Street in the Galaxy Store, marking the first time the game is coming to mobile. Combined with a fast processor, 12GB of RAM
[8]
, audio tuned by AKG and a game booster working in the background to optimize settings for peak performance, the Galaxy S20 offers a powerful gaming experience.

EXPERIENCE ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

As our latest flagship device, the Galaxy S20 series features the premium technologies that Galaxy fans have come to know and expect. The most secure device Samsung has ever made, the Galaxy S20 is protected by Knox—the industry-leading mobile security platform that protects the device from the chip level through to the software level. The Galaxy S20 also features a new, secure processor which protects against hardware-based attacks.

Powered by a big, intelligent battery, the Galaxy S20 series comes with a 25W fast charger, while the S20 Ultra supports 45W Super Fast charging as well.
[9]
 The entire series is equipped with massive storage as standard (128GB for S20; 128GB, 256GB and 512GB for Galaxy S20+ and S20 Ultra).
[10]

With Galaxy S20, you can also experience Samsung’s cleanest, simplest, most intuitive interface yet with One UI 2. You can also use the Galaxy S20 to control your smart home with SmartThings, achieve your health and wellness goals with Samsung Health, pay on the go with Samsung Pay, and more.
[11]

GALAXY BUDS+

And with Samsung Galaxy Buds+, you can immerse yourself in your favorite music and podcasts. Sound by AKG, Buds+ feature 2-way speakers; 3 mics for unparalleled sound and voice quality; and an incredibly long battery life—up to 11 hours from Buds+ and an extra 11 hours in the case.
[12]
 Buds+ app, ‘Galaxy Buds+’, is now iOS compatible, so you can enjoy a great audio experience no matter which device you use.
[13]
 And with the Spotify partnership, listen to the tunes and podcasts you love more easily by hitting play with a single press.
[14]

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GALAXY S20 AVAILABILITY

Starting on March 6, 2020, the Galaxy S20 series will be available in various, classic colors.
[15]

G
alaxy S20:
Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cloud Pink

Galaxy S20+:
Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cosmic Black

Galaxy S20 Ultra:
Cosmic Grey, Cosmic Black

Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra Specifications
[16]

Galaxy S20

Galaxy S20+

Galaxy S20 Ultra

Display

6.2-inch Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X

Infinity-O Display (3200X1440)

HDR10+ certified

120Hz display support

6.7-inch Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X

Infinity-O Display (3200X1440)

HDR10+ certified

120Hz display support

6.9-inch Quad HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X

Infinity-O Display (3200X1440)

HDR10+ certified

120Hz display support

*Infinity-O Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal screen.

*Measured diagonally, Galaxy S20’s screen size is 6.2″ in the full rectangle and 6.1″ with accounting for the rounded corners; Galaxy S20+’s screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.5″ with accounting for the rounded corners; and Galaxy S20 Ultra’s screen size is 6.9″ in the full rectangle and 6.7″ with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.

*Default screen refresh rate is 60Hz. Requires screen setting at 120Hz screen refresh rate.

Camera

[Front camera]

10MP, Dual Pixel AF, F2.2(80˚)[Rear camera]

Triple camera

Ultra Wide: *12MP, F2.2(120˚)

Wide-angle: *12MP, F1.8(79˚)

Super Speed Dual Pixel AF, OIS

Telephoto: *64MP, PDAF F2.0(76˚), OIS

[Front camera]

10MP, Dual Pixel AF, F2.2(80˚)[Rear camera]

Quad camera

Ultra Wide: *12MP, F2.2(120˚)

Wide-angle: *12MP, F1.8(79˚)

Super Speed Dual Pixel AF, OIS

Telephoto: *64MP, PDAF, F2.0(76˚), OIS

DepthVision Camera

[Front camera]

40MP, PDAF, F2.2(80˚)[Rear camera]

Quad camera

Ultra Wide: *12MP, F2.2(120˚)

Wide-angle: *108MP, F1.8(79˚)

PDAF, OIS

Telephoto: **48MP, PDAF, F3.5(24˚), OIS

DepthVision Camera

*Super Resolution Zoom includes digital zoom, which may cause some image deterioration.

**48MP for zooming only.

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions: 151.7 x 69.1 x 7.9mm

Weight: 163g

Dimensions: 161.9 x 73.7 x 7.8mm

Weight: 186g*5G mmwave version weighs 188g.

Dimensions: 166.9 x 76.0 x 8.8mm

Weight: 220g*5G mmwave version weighs 222g.

AP

– 7㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor * 2.7㎓ (Maximum Clock Speed) + 2.5㎓ + 2㎓

– 7㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor * 2.8㎓ (Maximum Clock Speed) + 2.4㎓ + 1.8㎓

*May differ by market and carrier.

Memory

5G

12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage
LTE

8GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage

5G

12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 512GB internal storage

12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 256GB internal storage

12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage
LTE

8GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage

5G/LTE

16GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 512GB internal storage

12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 256GB internal storage

12GB RAM (LPDDR5) with 128GB internal storage

*May differ by model, color, market and carrier.

*Actual storage available may vary depending on pre-installed software.

Expandable

Memory & SIM Card

Single SIM model: one Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 1TB)

Dual SIM model (Hybrid SIM slot): one Nano SIM and one Nano SIM or one MicroSD slot (up to 1TB)

*SIM card sold separately. Availability of Dual SIM may vary depending on country and carrier.

*MicroSD card sold separately. Availability may vary depending on country and manufacturer.

*eSIM supported on Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra models. eSIM requires a wireless service plan and allows you to activate a mobile network plan without the use of a nano-SIM. eSIM availability may vary depending on country and carrier. Check with your carrier if your mobile network plan supports eSIM.

Battery

4000mAh (typical)

4500mAh (typical)

5000mAh (typical)

*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 3880mAh for Galaxy S20, 4370mAh for Galaxy S20+. and 4855mAh for Galaxy S20 Ultra. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

Charging

Improved wireless charging speeds with Fast Wireless Charging 2.0

Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless

*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC

*Wireless charging compatible with WPCWireless PowerShare

*Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 currently available with Wireless Charger Stand, Wireless Charger Duo Pad, and other devices that support 10W or more wireless charging. Sold separately. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions, and other factors. Wireless charger requires power connection. Recommend using in-box charging cable and/or travel adapter for use of third party items may cause damage to the Wireless Charger Stand and Wireless Charger Duo Pad or a decrease in charging speed.

*Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE, Note5, and wearables such as Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch, and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices, or some Samsung wearables. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.

OS

Android 10

Network & Connectivity

5G

5G Non-Standalone (NSA), 5G Standalone (SA), Sub6 / mmWave*, Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS)

LTE

Enhanced 4×4 MIMO, Up to 7CA, LAA,  LTE Cat.20

Up to 2.0Gbps Download / Up to 200Mbps Upload
Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4G+5GHz, HE80, MIMO, 1024-QAM

Up to 1.2Gbps Download / Up to 1.2Gbps Upload

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® v 5.0 , ANT+, USB type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)

*S20 only supports Sub6

*LTE: LAA is only for US

*Actual speed may vary depending on country, carrier, and user environment.

*Requires optimal 5G connection. Actual speed may vary depending on country, carrier, and user environment.

*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.

Payment

NFC, MST

* May differ by market, carrier and service providers.

Sensors

Ultrasonic Fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, Proximity sensor, RGB Light sensor

Authentication

Lock type: pattern, PIN, password

Biometric lock type: Fingerprint sensor, Face recognition

Audio

Stereo speakers and Earphones sound by AKG

Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)

*Earphones: Hybrid canal type, 2way dynamic unit
Audio playback format

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

Video

Video playback format

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

*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

[1]
 Product specifications in Malaysia can be found at www.samsung.com/my

[2]
 Product specifications in Malaysia can be found at www.samsung.com/my

[3]
 Product specifications in Malaysia can be found at www.samsung.com/my

[4]
 8K streaming available on 2019 and 2020 Samsung QLED 8K TVs.

[5]
 Galaxy S20 devices only.

[6]
 Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability and details.

[7]
 Bixby will be available only in Korea and the US. Availability may vary by model, carrier and market.

[8]
 Availability may vary by region or carrier.

[9]
 45W Super Fast Charger sold separately.

[10]
 Product specifications in Malaysia can be found at www.samsung.com/my

[11]
 May vary by model, market and carrier.

[12]
 Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.

[13]
 Compatible with iPhone 7 and higher, running iOS 10 or higher.

[14]
 Availability may vary by country or carrier.

[15]
 Colors and models may vary by markets, carriers and retailers.


The Future Changes Shape: Express Yourself with Galaxy Z Flip

Samsung’s first foldable glass display, combined with a unique UX, offers a whole new mobile experience

Today, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip, a new, statement-making foldable smartphone. Galaxy Z Flip is bold and stylish – designed for those who see cutting-edge technology as a way to express themselves. Engineered with first-of-its-kind foldable glass, Galaxy Z Flip bends the laws of physics, and features a 6.7-inch display that folds into a stylish and compact form factor that fits in the palm of your hand
[1]
. Designed with an innovative Hideaway Hinge and custom-built UX, Galaxy Z Flip provides elegant new ways to capture, share and experience content. From its stylish design to its flexible camera experience, Galaxy Z Flip opens up a new decade of foldable mobile innovation.

“At Samsung, we were encouraged by the excitement for the Galaxy Fold. Galaxy Z Flip is an important next step as we look to build the foldable category by bringing to consumers a new form factor, new display and most importantly, a new kind of mobile experience,” said
Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics
. “With Galaxy Z Flip’s unique foldable design and user experience, we’re redefining what a mobile device can be, and what it enables consumers to do.”

Foldable Heritage

The category-defining Galaxy Fold began the foldable era. Now, Galaxy Z Flip is shaping it for a new decade. As the first device in the Z series, Galaxy Z Flip introduces a new device portfolio that reaffirms Samsung’s commitment to leading the category, and leveraging technologies and form factors to create foldable experiences that will surprise and delight in the years ahead.

Fashion Meets Technology

Galaxy Z Flip’s compact, stylish design is created for those who see technology as a way to express themselves. And all of the innovations that go into Galaxy Z Flip ensure they can do so.

Style that Fits in Your Pocket
– Designed for ultimate portability, Galaxy Z Flip folds into the size of a wallet, so you can easily fit it in your pocket or bag. When closed, it is a stylish, compact palm-sized device. When opened, its screen size nearly doubles to reveal a stunning 6.7-inch display
[2]
. With its stylish color palette, sleek rounded corners and forward fold that closes with a satisfying snap, Galaxy Z Flip is sure to turn heads.

Samsung’s First Foldable Glass Display
– Galaxy Z Flip features an Infinity Flex Display with Samsung’s proprietary bendable Ultra Thin Glass (UTG), making it slimmer with a sleek, premium look and feel that has never been seen with a foldable device before. The centered in-display camera cutout at the top also means there’s no notch and no distractions, with Samsung’s first-ever 21.9:9 ratio, so you can enjoy even more of your favorite content such as cinema-ratio 21:9 shows and movies.

New Hideaway Hinge
– Galaxy Z Flip’s Hideaway Hinge is a work of engineering art. It’s backed by a dual CAM mechanism – small but sophisticatedly designed to ensure every flip and fold is smooth and stable. Galaxy Z Flip can stay open at a range of angles, like a laptop screen. The Hideaway Hinge system also integrates Samsung’s new sweeper technology, which uses nylon fibers crafted by micro-height-cutting technology to repel dirt and dust.

The Next Foldable Experience

Galaxy Z Flip is built for the modern, on-the-go lifestyle. Now you can do more, from multiple angles – hands-free. This unique foldable experience is unlike any other smartphone on the market today.

Do more – Hands-free
– When Galaxy Z Flip unfolds, it can stay open at multiple angles, unlocking opportunities for selfies that show more of the world around you and expressive video chats with Google Duo – all hands-free.

Flex mode
– Samsung worked closely with Google to design Flex mode – a custom-built user experience for Galaxy Z Flip’s unique forward folding form factor. When the device is free-standing, the display automatically splits into two 4-inch screens so you can easily view images, contents or videos on the top half of the display, and control them on the bottom half. Easily watch and navigate YouTube
[3]
 – stream on the top while searching for other videos, reading descriptions and writing comments on the bottom.

Game Changing Camera
 – Galaxy Z Flip literally stands on its own so that you can capture more, on-the-go – from timed group shots to vivid nighttime content. You can create content for your social media feeds from the best angle and enjoy video recording with a 16:9 ratio that’s perfect for uploads to social media platforms, hands-free – no tripod needed. Capture stunning Night Hyperlapse videos or vivid low light shots with Night mode – no flash needed. Just open your device and place it on a table. When closed, quickly capture one-handed high-quality selfies using the rear camera without unfolding. .

Notifications on Your Terms
– Whether Galaxy Z Flip is closed, standing upright or open, never miss a text, call or reminder. When closed, check the date, time and battery status at a glance on the cover display
[4]
. Get real time notifications so you can easily answer a call without unfolding or respond to a text by simply tapping the notification and unfolding your Galaxy Z Flip.

Multi-Active Window
 – Seamlessly multi-task with Multi-Active Window – simply open the Multi-Window Tray to drag and drop the apps you want to use. Scroll through an article on the latest fashion looks on the top half while shopping for your favorite pieces on the bottom
[5]
.

Galaxy Foundation and Ecosystem

As a Galaxy device, Galaxy Z Flip brings the Galaxy ecosystem into its brand new foldable experience. It boasts flagship-level performance and features across camera, display, battery, security as well as services like Samsung Health, Samsung Pay, Samsung Knox and more
[6]
. Enjoy a versatile camera experience with 4K video capture, Live Focus and Super Steady recording
[7]
. Galaxy Z Flip features an optimized dual battery system that holds more power without taking up more space – wired or wirelessly quick charge, plus with Wireless PowerShare
[8]
, you can wirelessly charge up your Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch or even a friend’s device. Samsung Knox protects users and their device from the chip to the software level and receives monthly and quarterly security updates. Users also get services that enable secure payment options with Samsung Pay, health and wellness tracking and monitoring with Samsung Health, and access to more than 5,000 Samsung and partner smart products through SmartThings.

Availability

The Galaxy Z Flip will be available in limited quantities in Mirror Purple and Mirror Black, starting in select markets including the U.S. and Korea on February 14, 2020, followed by Mirror Gold in select countries.

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For more information about Galaxy Z Flip, please visit www.samsungmobilepress.com,
www.samsung.com/galaxy
 or
https://news.samsung.com/my/
.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Galaxy Z Flip Specifications

Display

Main Display

6.7“ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED Display(21.9:9) Infinity Flex Display

2636 x 1080

425ppi

*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.

Cover Display

1.1“ Super AMOLED Display

300 x 112

303ppi

*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.

Dimension & Weight

Folded

73.6 x 87.4 x 17.3mm (Hinge) – 15.4mm (Sagging)

Unfolded

73.6 x 167.3 x 7.2mm – 6.9mm (Screen)

*The thickness of Galaxy Z Flip when unfolded does not include the frame of the main display.

Weight

183 g

Camera

Front Camera

10MP Selfie Camera: F2.4

Pixel size: 1.22μm

FOV: 80˚

Rear Dual   Camera

12MP Ultra Wide Camera: F2.2

Pixel size: 1.12μm

FOV: 123˚

12MP Wide-angle Camera: Super Speed Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8

Pixel size: 1.4μm

FOV: 78˚

OIS for Rear Wide-angle Camera (Optical Image Stabilization)

Up to 8x digital zoom

HDR10+ recording

Tracking AF

AP

7㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor

※ 2.95㎓ (Maximum Clock Speed) + 2.41㎓ + 1.78㎓

Memory

8GB RAM with 256GB internal storage

*Actual storage available may depend on pre-installed software.

Battery

3,300 mAh (typical) dual battery

* 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 3200mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns, and other factors.

Charging

Fast Charging compatible via power cord and wireless

Wireless PowerShare

* Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. Wireless charging compatible with WPC

* Wireless PowerShare is limited Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Note10, Note10+,Galaxy S10e, S10, S10+, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE, Note5, and wearables such as Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Buds+ and Galaxy Buds. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices, or some Samsung wearables. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.

OS

Android 10

Network

Enhanced 2X2 MIMO, 5CA,

LTE Cat.16 Up to 1.0Gbps Download

LTE Cat.13 Up to 150Mbps Upload

Up to 1.0Gbps Download / Up to 150Mbps Upload

* Actual speed may vary depending on country, carrier, and user environment.

Connectivity

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

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

* Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.

SIM Card

One eSIM and one Nano SIM

* SIM card sold separately. Availability may vary depending on country and carrier.

* eSIM requires a wireless service plan and allows you to activate a mobile network plan without the use of a nano SIM. eSIM availability may vary depending on country and carrier. Check with your carrier if your mobile network plan supports eSIM.

Payment

Samsung Pay (Link)

Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFC, Prepaid card, Global remittance, Transit, Memberships, Gift cards, Rewards

* Available in select countries. Features may vary depending on country and service providers.

Sensors

Capacitive Fingerprint sensor (side), Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor (digital, analog), Proximity sensor, RGB Light sensor

Authentication

Lock type: pattern, PIN, password

Biometric lock type: Fingerprint sensor, Face recognition

* Face recognition only available when unfolded with the Front Camera.

Audio

Mono speaker

Surround sound for Bluetooth and earphones with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)

UHQ 32-bit &DSD64/128 support

PCM: Up to 32 bits, DSD*: DSD64/128

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

Bluetooth

Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Z Flip to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.

Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.

Recording

Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.

* DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.

* The two connected devices may exhibit a slight difference in sound output.

* Available only for certain accessories made by Samsung and AKG.

* AOP: Acoustic Overload Point

Video

Video playback format

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

TV connection

Wireless: Smart View (screen mirroring 1080p at 30fps)

Security

Knox platform: real-time monitoring and protection.

Virus, malware prevention. (Powered by McAfee)

Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to isolate and protect content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files.

*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary depending on country.

In the Box

Galaxy Z Flip, Data Cable, Travel Adapter, Ejection Pin,  USB Connector (OTG), Quick Start Guide, Clear Cover, Earphones (USB Type-C) with sound by AKG

* Actual components, including cover, may not be available depending on the model you purchase or the country or region you live in. Package and cover color may vary depending on device color.

[1]
 Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is smaller due to rounded corners and camera hole punch.

[2]
 Display measurements are diagonal, and actual viewable area is smaller due to rounded corners and camera hole punch.

[3]
 Flex mode compatibility with YouTube will be available in the near future with Android Support Library.

[4]
 App Continuity works with select applications; compatible apps growing through third party developers.

[5]
 Works with select applications.

[6]
 Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.

[7]
 Super Steady recording only available on rear camera.

[8]
 Wireless PowerShare works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover from each device. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.


U Mobile New Giler Unlimited Plans Offer Unbeatable Value

When U Mobile launched its
Giler Unlimited
 plans, they proved to be a hit due to the unbeatable value. Encouraged by the response, the telco has decided to kick it up a notch in 2020 by launching not one but two new
Giler Unlimited
 plans – GX68 for postpaid and GX38 for prepaid and in short, both offer unbeatable value! These plans will be available from 13 February 2020.

With the new GX68 postpaid plan, customers will enjoy unlimited high-speed 4G data which may be enjoyed anytime, anywhere with no curbs on their speeds ever. It also comes with unlimited calls and 5GB of hotspot.

As for GX38, like its predecessor GX30, it also offers unlimited data to customers, making them the only two prepaid plans in Malaysia to do so. The unlimited data offered is for all data usage and can be used for all apps at any time. In terms of speed, the unlimited data offered by GX38 is at 6mbps, which is 2x faster than GX30. For those who require even faster speeds on their GX38 and GX30, they can add on the Data Booster 5 for RM5 giving them 10GB of high-speed data over 14 days. GX38 also offers a 3GB hotspot.

U Mobile’s CMO, Jasmine Lee, explained why the new
Giler Unlimited
 plans offer unbeatable value. “U Mobile is always looking at ways to unleash the unlimited potential of our plans for our customers. With the new GX68 postpaid and GX38 prepaid, customers will enjoy unlimited data at even faster speeds on an improved 4G network. More importantly, there will be no curbs of the respective speeds being offered by the new plans, giving customers an even more unbeatable experience, be it for streaming, gaming or social media. We believe the new
Giler Unlimited
 plans will be an even bigger hit for our customers!”

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GX68 and GX38 are priced at RM68 monthly and RM38 for 30 days respectively. To mark its launch, customers who sign up for GX68 during the promo period will only pay a monthly access fee of RM58 for life, whilst those who sign up for GX38 will only pay RM35 during the promo period. This promo starts on 13 February 2020 and is valid for a limited time only.

Both
Giler Unlimited
 plans are available from 13 February 2020 at all U Mobile stores nationwide. For more info, visit
www.u.com.my
.


Using Your Tech to Its Utmost Potential

Most of us use tech on a day to day basis nowadays. We use it to work. We use it to socialise. We use it for our banking. We use it to shop. We use it for almost everything. So, it’s not all too surprising we want to be as adept with our tech as possible. It can make our life easier and more streamlined, so it’s surely an area worth investing in! Here are a few areas you can focus on to make sure you’re using any tech you engage with to its full potential!

Read the Manual

The first step you should take when getting started with any new piece of equipment or tech is to
read the manual
 that comes with it. Now, we are fully aware that the vast majority of people do not do this. This is a booklet that most often gets left in the box without even being opened. But these manuals aren’t made for no reason. They introduce you to the tech you are using. They familiarise you with its basics. They show you more intricate ins and outs. They can really help you to master it and, perhaps even more importantly, overcome any obstacles you may experience with it. So, make sure to actually take the time to read the manual that comes with any tech you have. It’s worth the time and effort.

Follow On-Screen Introductions

When you
download new software
, whether that’s a programme on your computer or an app on your phone, you’re bound to find on-screen introductions. Again, these tend to be something that people ignore. Many people click skip until they get to actually using the software and playing around with it themselves. But why ignore a tutorial made by the company that has actually created this programme? Most click through introductions don’t take long but can actually really help you to get the utmost for what you’ve downloaded or bought.

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Learn Online

There are plenty of online tutorials that will take you beyond the basics of the tech that you’re using. They can show you all sorts of tips and tricks that will make using the tech easier or help you to get more from it. This could vary from
how to take a scrolling screenshot
 to how to get specific special effects in photoshop. The more you know, the more you can achieve. So, take a little time to learn and expand your skill set.

Take Courses

If you want to go all out, remember there are high level or professional courses out there. Most people will only opt for these if they intend to make money from the skill set they’re picking up. But whether you are aiming to become a professional in a specific area of tech, or are simply passionate about it and want to learn more, these classes can prove extremely rewarding!

These steps are simple and may seem straightforward, but surprisingly few people consider actually taking them. Where possible, make sure you do. They will give you much more power over the tech you use and will allow you to get a lot more from it!


A Fresh Take On The Samsung Galaxy A Series: Meet The Galaxy A01

Ah-ma-zing innovations that allows you to share more and stay connected longer

Samsung Malaysia Electronics is thrilled to reveal its newest addition to the awesome Galaxy A family, the Galaxy A01. It is the smartphone that showcases a sleek design with a large Infinity Display, a lasting performance to stay connected longer, and an enhanced dual camera that takes your photography to new depths; all at an accessible price – YASSSSS!

“The Galaxy A series was thoughtfully made to foster more spontaneous, genuine and meaningful connections to meet consumers’ needs – enabling them to share stories and engage with their friends and family through these essential features that matter most,” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

An A-OK view with what you do

The Galaxy A01 features a 5.7” Infinity-V Display that delivers an immersive viewing experience; allowing you to fully chill and indulge in watching the latest music videos on YouTube, or get creative and original after watching epic dance trends on TikTok.

A polished design made with comfort in mind, the Galaxy A01’s colors are intensified by the modern matte finish in three on-trend colors – Blue, Black and Red, and decked out in a slender body of 8.3mm that fits comfortably in your hand.

Capture Your Feel-Good Moments

Keep it 100 with the Galaxy A01’s camera, featuring a dual camera; that includes a 13MP rear camera allowing you to capture clear, awesome photos that never sacrifice on image quality no matter what time of the day it is. And a Depth camera that enables you to take legit bokeh shots where you make your subject stand out and even have the option to adjust the level of background blur afterwards.

Plus, with the Selfie focus feature, you get fire selfies  – leaving you with a gentle background blur that gets you looking snatched all day err day.

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More power to move faster and last longer

Stay connected longer and spend more time doing the things you love with the Galaxy A01 as it comes with Octa-Core processor and 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage and a 3,000mAh battery, giving you plenty of room and power to stream, download, and post.

The Galaxy A01 features the Samsung One UI Core platform to encourage productivity, focus and convenience. Designed for a more seamless mobile experience, the One UI’s Night Mode will help you wind down your day for a better night’s rest. Additionally, it comes equipped with Face Unlock feature that grants mobile access to you and you alone ensuring security of your personal data.

Need we say more? Don’t hold back, get the Galaxy A01 today at a recommended retail price of RM449 from our participating Samsung Experience Stores, authorized dealers, or e-store!

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