GoPayz Users – Stand a Chance to Win Year-Long Insurance Coverage and GoPayz Credit

GoPayz, the universal standalone e-wallet developed by U Mobile, is celebrating this Chinese New Year with its ‘Fu Dao’ (福到, meaning “luck has arrived”) campaign. As part of the campaign, every user who sends an e-angpow to family and friends using the Peer-to-Peer (P2P) transfer feature on the app stands a chance to win 1-year free subscription of GoInsure Personal Accident insurance, RM18 GoPayz credit, or both!

To be eligible for the prizes, users just need to gift e-angpows of any value via the GoPayz Peer-to-Peer (P2P) transfer feature on the app between 25 January to 28 February 2021. Here’s how:

Step 1:
 Click on the ‘Send Money’ icon on the homepage. Please note that both Sender and Recipient must be a GoPayz Premium Wallet Account user to enjoy this function.

Step 2:
 Enter the transfer amount and purpose.

Step 3:
 Select the recipient from contact book or enter the GoPayz’s user mobile number.

Step 4:
 Enter GoPin to confirm the transfer and receive a notification upon successful transaction. Users may send money as many times as they wish to increase their chances of winning, but may only win once throughout the campaign.

Winners will be selected via two rounds – one on 17 February 2021 and the second will take place on 9 March 2021. For each round, 25 winners will be selected to receive 1-year free subscription of GoInsure coverage and RM18 GoPayz credit, and another 75 winners will receive the RM18 GoPayz credit only. In total, 200 winners will be rewarded during the two rounds of selection. Winners may spend the GoPayz credit anywhere where Mastercard, Visa and UnionPay are accepted or even withdraw the credit as cash at ATMs!

For more information on the ‘Fu Dao’ campaign including Terms & Conditions, visit
https://gopayz.com.my/GoPayz-AbundanceOfHappiness
.

The GoPayz app is available on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and Huawei App Gallery, download link as follows:

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Apple App Store & Google Play Store:
https://bit.ly/GoPayz

Huawei App Gallery:
https://bit.ly/GoPayzHW


Hisense Creates Bold New Campaign With Partner Club Paris Saint-Germain

Hisense, one of the world’s leading consumer electronics and home appliances brand, today launched its
‘Live Bold’
 digital and retail campaign with a bit of a difference featuring partner club Paris Saint-Germain.

Paris Saint-Germain players
Neymar Jr, Keylor Navas, Ángel Di María, Ander Herrera
and
 Presnel Kimpembe
,
are seen gathered in the Hisense Showroom surprising unsuspecting customers, though fans will spot that the players do not look as they usually do. Rather they are seen in miniature form, acting as the consumers’ guide to making the smart and bold choice – purchasing one of Hisense’s diverse range of TVs and home appliances.

‘Live Bold’
 celebrates Hisense’s uncompromising quality and a focus on the details that are built into every one of the brand’s innovative products, the campaign sees some of the club’s top players demonstrating product features that ‘make the difference’ to customers’ everyday lives.

“We’re excited to be launching our bold new campaign with our Partner Paris Saint-Germain. In doing something truly unique like making the players smaller, we have allowed the products to be the hero of the show with the players able to showcase our design and technology features in more detail. We want the audience to review the products on their merits and build association with the smart choice, so they are ready for the next time they need new TVs or home appliances,” said
Candy Pang, Global General Marketing Manager of Hisense International.

The hero film first sees Neymar Jr seen surprising a group of customers by showing them the
Hisense ULED 4K TV, U7
. As Neymar Jr’s goal celebration plays on the screen, he shows them Hisense’s Sports Mode in VIDAA Smart OS, the comprehensive picture and sound enhancement system specifically designed for sports programming. The U7’s Quantum Dot Colour and Dolby Vision paired with the Atmos, HDR10+ technology ensures that every moment of the game is captured as if viewers were there live.

Next up is
Di María
 who is seen perched inside the
Hisense PureFlat Refrigerator
. The midfielder encourages the customer to join him in enjoying a cold glass of juice and signals to the fridge’s Flat Door design to fill his glass with ice by pressing the touch panel of the in-door Ice and Water dispenser.

Catching a young boy playing with the
Hisense PureStream Washing Machine
 dials,
Kimpembe
 is then shown telling him to look inside the washer, where he has left a surprise Paris Saint-Germain jersey for him to wear. Hisense’s PureStream washer’s Steam-Mix cycle feature deep cleans garments and reduces allergens to leave clothes soft and static free; meaning the boy’s shirt is match ready clean.

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Navas
and
 Herrera
are then caught by another shopper using the
Hisense EvanBake Oven
 to bake cookies. The 73L capacity oven uses 100% Full Steam meaning the oven turns the water into steam to help make food more flavourful. Thanks to the oven’s Even Bake shape, the rounded design helps to ensure hot air circulates freely and evenly, meaning Navas and Herrera created the perfect cookies for the shopper to enjoy.
After a busy day in the store and once the doors are locked, we see the players gather round the
Hisense Laser TV
to enjoy a screening of one of their games. The 100” screen displays 4K Ultra HD resolution combined with the Dolby Atmos Audio gives the players a cinema experience at home to reminisce together.

The content goes live across Hisense social channels (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram) ahead of an exciting 2021 for Paris Saint-Germain under new manager Mauricio Pochettino. Upcoming League games include fixtures against Montpellier and Marseille and the club’s highly anticipated European fixture with Barcelona in February.

Marc Armstrong, Chief Partnerships Officer at Paris Saint-Germain said: “The players had fun filming this content and becoming miniature versions of themselves for the day. It’s great to see our partners Hisense use our players in an innovative way for them to showcase their products and brand features. We look forward to seeing the campaign rolled out by Hisense globally.”

The Hisense and Paris Saint-Germain partnership was launched in August 2020 and sees the Hisense brand and product range showcased to huge audiences in the Parc des Princes stadium and around the world, via broadcast, digital and social channels, the partnership also sees Hisense provide a wide range of innovative products to the club to support its needs across its various facilities, including its new training centre.

To be in with a chance of winning one Hisense products and a Paris Saint-Germain jersey, visit
HisenseLiveBold.com

Keep up with all Hisense’s Paris Saint-Germain news visit
 Hisense Malaysia
 and follow @HisenseMalaysia on
 Facebook
, and
 YouTube
.


In Just Few Days, Island King Crowned as TOP 1 in Apple App Store And Google Play Store

Wonder why Malaysians were so fascinated with it? Check it out!

Island King has quickly become popular in Malaysia this week and become TOP 1 in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store’s top game chart. Today, many people have become players of this game and become island owners. If you wonder why this game is popular in your social circles, you can check out these tips to understand why your friends and so many influencers are fascinated with this game!

Interact with friends through games

A good game should be shared with good friends, and good time should be spent with good friends. Island King allows you to interact with Facebook friends through games during your free time. Although you and your friends are in different areas, you all can attack each other’s islands in real-time and steal each other’s gold!

Besides stealing gold coins, you can also exchange required cards and treasures in the coin miner mini-game with your friends to plan the best interests for both parties! You can also create a tribe with your friends, help each other to strive on the ranking of tribute and power to honor the tribe!

Join the Facebook group to make new friends and help you to collect card set

When collecting cards, there will be times when one or two cards are missing to collect the set. At this time, you can try to join the Facebook group of Island King. You can apply to join this group through the app. In the group, find a few friends with similar interests in the game, send or exchange the extra cards in your hand, and help each other to gather the card set to achieve a win-win situation.

Not only that, you can exchange treasures in the coin miner mini-game. Once you successfully collect all the treasures, you will get extra lives and rewards!

Have a pet companion to help you throughout your adventure

There are several pets in Island King, and every pet is a companion to accompany you on your adventure. The first pet that you own is Detective Octopus, which helps you to find cash king and steal their coins. You can also unlock the Wealth Fish along your journey. As its name implies, you can make a fortune with it as it will help you to steal more coins.

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Not only that, there are all kinds of pets in the game such as Electric Eel, Ice Elf, Powerful Shark, Defense Turtle and Starfish. Each of them has its special abilities, and they also have their unique unlocking methods. You can figure it out along the way!

Update mini-games from time to time to discover different playing methods

Island King is a game that will update its mini-games from time to time such as the coin miner mini-game that allows you to use hoe, bombs and small rockets to mine for more lives or treasures in exchange for opportunities to win coins. In the first month of 2021, the 2021 Carnival is happening in the game to celebrate new year with you virtually!

In addition, the fixed mini-games include the Boss Annihilation and smash eggs. The Boss Annihilation allows you to use torpedoes to blow up the octopus boss to get rewards; smashing eggs allow you to choose the rewards among the four golden eggs. If you choose the clown, you are required to watch the movie or redeem the rewards with red diamonds.

Watch reward ads, invite friends to play together and get extra pocket money

In this game, there is a mechanism that allows players to redeem cash through the online earning activities of Island King. There are two ways to get gold coins that can exchange for real cash includes watching reward ads and inviting your Facebook friends to join the game. If you have collected sufficient gold coins, they can be converted into ringgits and become your pocket money.

Not only that, when you invite friends, you can increase the number of gold coins you own and have extra lives for free. This allows you to enjoy more opportunities to spin the magical wheels and red diamonds to redeem the reward of smashing eggs.

Download now and be one of the island owners in Island King！

You can download Island King through
Google Play Store
 and
Apple App Store
. If you haven’t followed Island King official Malaysia
Facebook page
, follow the page today! The official Facebook page will be giving out #DailyGift rewards regularly for you to collect. Occasionally, there will be random lucky draws for you to participate in to get surprises!


iPhones You Can Get on a Budget

iPhones have over the last decade become ubiquitous devices in our everyday lives. With the introduction of the iPhone back in 2007, it ushered in an era which will come to define our daily lives for the next decade or so. As technology grows exponentially, the iPhones of today have certainly seen a huge technological leap over the first iPhone. Consumers have also grown to be more discerning buyers as well and have come to expect a certain level of quality when it comes to the iPhone. With iPhones becoming more and more exorbitantly priced every year, let us give a rundown of some of the best
iPhones
 one can get while still on a budget.

1.  iPhone 11

For those who are looking for a daily driver which sports excellent performance at an affordable price point, then look no further than the iPhone 11. Powered by the same processor as its premium cousins in the iPhone 11 line, expect performance to be equally as good as its premium cousins. Another highlight about the iPhone 11 is its camera, where it is powerful enough to rival other premium smartphones in the same price segment and at the same time being simple enough for anyone to use. While the screen may not be an OLED display, it is still capable of producing great picture quality and its audio capability is on par with other flagship devices out on the market.

Reasons to buy:

Speed and performance
Outstanding camera
Great picture and audio quality

2.  iPhone SE

The current iPhone SE which was released back in 2020, brings the best of both the iPhone 11 and the first generation iPhone SE. What separates this latest iteration of the iPhone SE from its predecessor is the inclusion of the much touted A13 Bionic chip from the iPhone 11 family which translates to fast and efficient performance in real world terms. Also, unlike the iPhone 11, the iPhone SE has a much lower price point which will allow plenty of people to experience the state-of-the-art A13 Bionic chip without breaking the bank. All in all, if you are looking for a no-frills budget friendly phone with premium level performance then you may want to consider putting the iPhone SE in your wishlist.

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Reasons to buy
:

Affordable price
Premium speed and performance
Familiar design

3.  iPhone XR

The iPhone XR may not be the most affordable iPhone there is nor does it have all the latest features available, but this device from 2018 still packs a lot of features and is worth picking up if you are looking for performance on a budget. The iPhone XR features a large 6.1-inch screen, so you can have a more immersive viewing experience watching your favourite content on it. Another great feature about the iPhone XR is that it sports a decent battery life to boot, allowing you to have 16 hours of uninterrupted video playback depending on your settings. This will certainly bode well for users who love to watch their favourite content for hours on end.

Reasons to buy
:

Decent battery life
Large screen size
Great performance

Bottom Line

While this is by no means an exhaustive list, we do hope to provide some guidance in navigating you towards your preferred iPhone model. If you are currently looking to upgrade your existing phone or are planning on rewarding yourself with a new phone, then look no further and consider adding one of these recommended iPhones in your shopping cart on your next shopping journey.


Island King, a Casual Mobile Game Has Entered Malaysia, You Can Play With Your Friends During MCO 2.0!

Island King users have exceeded 10 million! Malaysians such as Alieff Irfan, Isa Isarb and Zukie Muhammad are also players of the game.

Recently, you are not sure how to interact with family and friends during the pandemic period? Perhaps you can try out Island King, an exquisite animated design casual mobile game. Since the game was launched last year, it has maintained at the Top 3 rankings in Southeast Asia countries such as Thailand and Taiwan for more than two months. This game was also recommended by Google in its official selection four times in a row.

Island King is not only popular in other parts of Southeast Asia, but has also attracted Malaysians such as
Alieff Irfan
,
Isa Isarb
 and
Zukie Muhammad
 to start their journey with this game during MCO 2.0. Curious how Island King become a popular game in Southeast Asia? Here are four reasons why you should download and play this game:

1. Experience being an island owner with your friends at home

Social tools have become essential to communicate between you and your friends during MCO 2.0. Island King makes it easier for you to connect to Facebook and interact with your friends in real-time. You are allowed to attack each other among friends, steal their gold coins to upgrade your island, and also have the opportunity to become the master of islands among your friends.

If you don’t want to destroy your friendship because of the game? Perhaps you can try to help your friends by collecting cards, trading items, and forming a tribe to achieve a win-win situation. This group of reliable friends can help you to fight in the game, and become the best defence to respond to attack. Most importantly, this will help you to protect your fortune in the game.

2. Spin and build islands to spice up your life

This game uses the magical wheel as the main tool to earn your fortune, attack, raid, or steal coins from other island owners. You can also grab your friends’ gold coins to upgrade or unlock new destination islands when you are lucky enough to spin the steal or raid options on the magical wheel!

When you are spinning the wheel, you can also choose x3, x5 or larger bet at one time, so that you can turn once and get several times of gold coins to become the leader in the adventure. The gold coins in the game can be used to upgrade or unlock new islands. While conquering the islands, you can also see different types of designs, allowing you to be inspired with new ideas while working at home. You can also share pictures of the islands with your friends to have new excitement and joyful moments.

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3. Exquisite animated design and attractive storyline

This story design allows you to appear in a heroic way. In this storyline, Luna, a little girl and her friend have decided to embark on a thrilling journey to look for her missing father. However, the only way to access is to cross over an ocean, so Luna needs your help to travel through unique villages and overcome the difficulties together to have her father back.

In the journey, you will be able to explore a variety of sceneries with different themes through Island King such as Viking Settlements, Indian Palaces, Mystic Temples and many more unique world-inspired destinations. Although you are experiencing MCO 2.0 at home, you can enjoy the scenery in animated design to slightly satisfy your urge to travel around.

4. Seasonal activities to accelerate the process of upgrading your island

When you are playing mobile games, you want to level up faster than others. You can always participate in in-game operational activities and seasonal events to expand your islands. Try out the recent 2021 New Year event or smash golden eggs to give you more chances to quickly get gold coins. You can also collect seasonal cards in the game, just like the New Year’s limited card set that was launched on 19 January 2021. Each card has its special blessing!

Sharing your happiness is much better than enjoying your happiness on your own. Invite your friends to become one of the island owners! With that, you will receive extra opportunities to spin the magical wheel, and also speed up your journey. If you don’t want to trouble your friends, you can also watch reward advertisements to get extra chances.

Download now and start your adventure in Island King!

You can download Island King through
Google Play Store
 and
iOS Store
. If you need more information or additional rewards, you can follow the official Malaysia Facebook page of Island King. Visit the official
Facebook page
 every day and access the #DailyGift link to be rewarded with surprises.


The First Always Connected PC, JOI Book SK3000 Now Available for Pre-Order

Highlights:

Powered by Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ Compute Platform for Always Connected Experience
4G LTE cellular connectivity
Always on, Always Connected PC
Long lasting battery life
Slim bezel

SNS Network (M) Sdn Bhd is introducing the newest JOI laptop to its products lineup, JOI Book SK3000 – Always Connected PC.

Needless to say, the spring of learning and working from home had everyone quick to adapt to a digital lifestyle on short notice. Without the face-to-face component of the traditional classroom and office, we now require a host of technologies to enhance the digital experience. JOI® Book SK3000 is the first ever JOI® laptop running on Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ Compute Platform processor with 4G LTE Connectivity for more extensive Always Connected experience. The days of shutting down your device are over. This Always On feature will allow you to receive email even when your device is on sleep-mode and always ready to work whenever you are.

Living in a fast-paced and mobile society has escalated the demand for Always Connected device. This JOI Book SK3000 is truly a mobile device designed especially for go-getters or students who are always-on-the-go. The device has built-in cellular connectivity and long-lasting 10 hours battery life with typical device usage with capacity of 4,500mAh to fuel the day’s productivity and entertainment. It also supports USB Type-C for fast charging.

Contrary to traditional laptops, this JOI Book SK3000’s appearance is thin, light and its fan-less design optimized for modern computing and mobility. Weighing at only 1.05 kg and measuring less than 15mm, this compact notebook can fit in any handheld bags or backpack while looking chic and sleek.

Apart from its distinctive appearance, the JOI Book SK3000 runs on Windows 10 Pro which offers the most secure and user-friendly system for today’s connected world. As it is powered by Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ Compute Platform processor, surfing through daily tasks such as checking mails, browsing the web, creating content, and getting work done with Microsoft Office are no longer an arduous task.

With its built-in cellular connectivity, this JOI Book SK3000 can turn into a mobile hotspot for other devices. Other than productivity, the JOI® Book SK3000 can be an entertainment hub with its slim bezel screen design for more comfortable viewing experience.

Price and Deals

The JOI Book SK3000 is officially available for RM2,199. There will be exclusive free gifts for pre-order customers such as Microsoft 365 Personal (ESD), a box of 50pcs 3ply disposable face mask, and a JOI® backpack.

Where to Buy

For those who are interested in the JOI Book SK3000, you may pre-order it now at Lazada & Shopee Official Stores: JOI and GLOO, GLOO Official website
www.gloo.com.my
, SNS Network Official stores and authorized partner or dealer. For those who would prefer walk-in purchases and hands-on experience on the device, it will be available at SNS Network Ipoh HQ, GLOO retail outlets and other partner outlets starting from 6
th
 Jan 2021 onwards.

JOI® Book SK3000 Specification: –

Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 850 processor
4G LTE (Compatible with nano SIM card)
12.5 Full HD IPS Display (1920×1080)
4GB RAM Memory
128GB Universal Flash Storage 2.1
Integrated Qualcomm® A630 Graphic Processing Unit
Windows 10 Pro


LG Display Unveils Next-Generation OLED TV Display with Improved Picture Quality

LG Display, the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, unveiled the next-generation OLED TV display with improved picture quality at CES 2021 to demonstrate the evolution of OLED technology.

LG Display’s new 77-inch OLED display shows significant progress in picture quality through newly developed and highly efficient materials as well as the addition of a layer to the display, thereby improving its efficiency by around 20%. Higher efficiency means that the display improves its brightness to realize more vivid images.

OLED displays are self-emissive as their pixels emit light and colour on their own, controlling themselves individually in a process called ‘pixel dimming’. In terms of an 8K OLED display, 33 million pixels self-emit in this way. Thanks to pixel dimming, OLED displays can realize brighter or darker images with extreme accuracy, resulting in superior picture quality. This is also why OLED can offer perfect black, considered the base for all colours, and can therefore provide realistic and natural picture quality without any distortions.

On the other hand, even premium LCD TVs, such as Mini-LEDs, are limited in how far they can improve contrast ratio through ‘local dimming’, a method to control a screen by dividing it into around 2,500 areas.

In addition, the company’s OLED displays have been recognized and certified by leading global certification organizations in the U.S and Germany as comfortable for viewers’ eyes in that they are flicker-free and emit low levels of blue light, which can be detrimental to eye health.

LG Display is planning to apply its advanced next-generation OLED technology to high-end TV models that will be launched this year and gradually expand its adoption. In addition, the company is set to strengthen its line-up by producing 83-inch and 42-inch OLED TV displays starting this year, adding to the existing 88-inch, 77-inch, 65-inch, 55-inch, and 48-inch OLED TV displays. It also plans to significantly expand its mid-range TV display line-up down to the 20-30-inch range, enhancing not only TV, but also gaming, mobility, and personal display options.

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It will also introduce differentiated products such as Film Cinematic Sound OLED (Film CSO), which is able to feature an even slimmer design and to generate sound directly from the screen without separate speakers.

LG Display has been making rapid progress with OLED’s evolution by surpassing technological limitations through continuous research and development. Starting with a 55-inch full HD display, its line-up has grown to encompass medium- and large-size displays ranging from 48-inch 4K to 88-inch 8K. In particular, LG Display is leading innovations in form factors that only OLED can achieve, such as transparent, rollable, and bendable.

While 200,000 displays were shipped during the first year of OLED TV production in 2013, the number of units shipped reached 4.5 million last year, and LG Display plans to expand that to between 7 and 8 million displays this year to solidify its competitive advantage in the next-generation TV market and accelerate the OLED trend.

“Through the evolution of OLED, LG Display will expand its differentiated competitiveness and market dominance in premium TV markets,” said Dr. Chang-ho Oh, Executive Vice President & Head of the TV Business Unit at LG Display.


Usher in prosperity with LG Electronics’ Trio Bonanza Sale-bration

From now until 15
th
 February 2021, LG invites all Malaysians to begin the new year with innovative premium products that bring consumers a heightened level of user experience
.

The new year is finally here! And what better way to kickstart the new decade than with innovative home appliances that complement your home and lifestyle? With discounts up to 40% and cash rebates worth up to RM1,000 across offline and online stores by all authorised dealers nationwide, award-wining consumer electronics brand, LG Electronics Malaysia (LG) is calling upon Malaysians to hit the ‘start’ button on the new year with its LG Trio Bonanza Sale-bration!

The LG Trio Bonanza Sale-bration also offers consumers an additional rebate up to RM500 with its Mix & Match option. And no sale is complete without a lucky draw, where consumers stand a chance to win LG products worth up to RM56,000!

From now until 15
th
 February 2021, consumers can get their hands on a wide range of LG products, including its award-winning LG OLED TV, Front Load Washer with AI DD™ and also LG PuriCare™ water and air purifiers; each product is carefully designed to bring maximised comfort, care and convenience.

“2020 was a challenging year for all of us. The way we work, live and play have changed significantly – at LG, our products are designed to seamlessly serve customers’ evolving lifestyle and needs,” said Kim Kyutae, Managing Director of LG Electronics Malaysia. “Through this opportunity, we are further showcasing our unwavering commitment to deliver high-end, innovative home appliances that can make our consumer’s lives better, one day at a time.”

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Mix & Match for more cash rebates!

During the period, consumers also get to enjoy EXTRA cash rebates worth up to RM500 of Touch N’ Go eWallet Credit when you pair & purchase any 2 or more LG products.

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With all these amazing deals and awesome freebies, start your new year by heading over to the nearest LG authorised dealers now! Do not forget to adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOP) outlined by the government. You can check out this link to find the nearest LG authorised dealer near you:
https://www.lg.com/my/brandshop
.

For more information on LG’s award-winning products, please visit
https://www.lg.com/my
 or follow their official Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/LGEMalaysia/
 for the latest updates.

View the full product catalogue
here
.


LG Furniture Concept Appliances Debuts at CES 2021

Variety of Colours and Materials Cater to Different Tastes,

Blend Seamlessly with Any Home Interior

LG Furniture Concept Appliances are making their anticipated global debut at CES® 2021 with an interactive experience that lets attendees design a virtual living space with appliances that can be customized to their liking. These new products from the world’s leading home appliance company blur the line between state-of-the-art home appliances and designer furnishings. Included in the collection are InstaView® Door-in-Door® refrigerator, Fridge and Freezer pair, microwave, dishwasher, water purifier, WashTower™ and Styler.

The ability of these products to integrate effortlessly in any environment is enhanced by the diversity of luxurious materials and modern, understated colours that can be mixed and matched to order. The suite of LG’s Furniture Concept Appliances offers multiple combinations of materials and colours to choose from, enabling customers to customize each product to suit their personal tastes and the décor of any room in their home.

The premium look of the Furniture Concept Appliances is further achieved through the use of various high-quality finishes including stainless steel, glass, metal, and FENIX, an innovative material with advanced coating technology designed by Arpa Industriale of Italy. Opaque, fingerprint-resistant and pleasing to the touch, FENIX
1
 offers excellent durability and has a timeless yet distinctly modern appearance
2
.

Through the innovative experience provided by the virtual showroom at CES 2021, LG is providing visitors with an opportunity to experience the collection’s remarkable versatility online. Guests will be able to design their dream interior and fill it with LG Furniture Concept Appliances in the colours and finishes of their choice.

“LG Furniture Concept Appliances are multipurpose products that provide the best of both form and function,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “A stylish amalgamation of furniture and high-performance home solutions, we developed this collection to help pave the way to a more unified, spatially integrated home.”

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LG Furniture Concept Appliances will be available in markets around the world starting in the first half of 2021. Visit LG’s virtual exhibition booth at CES 2021 starting on January 11 to experience LG Furniture Concept Appliances in a virtual living space.


LG’s InstaView® Range with Air Sous Vide is the Oven Home-Gourmands Have Been Waiting For

New Cooking Mode in LG’s Newest Premium Kitchen Appliance

Makes It Easier Than Ever to Create Delectable, Gourmet Meals at Home

Coming to CES® 2021, the new InstaView® Range with Air Sous Vide from LG Electronics (LG) will change home cooking as we know it today. The complete cooking solution also features LG’s Air Fry mode, InstaView oven door and a range of smart functions for a healthy and convenient culinary life at home.

With the company’s innovative Air Sous Vide mode, the stylish range cooks food perfectly every time for meals that look and taste like they’ve been prepared by a professional every time.

With precise low temperature and airflow control, vacuum sealed foods are able to lock in maximum flavour and aroma to elevate dishes to succulent new heights.

LG Air Sous Vide can consistently maintain any temperature between 100 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit (38 to 96 degrees Celsius) for up to 48 hours without water, which results in more consistent dishes that take up less counter space to prepare.

With LG InstaView technology, tapping twice on the oven’s glass door automatically turns on an interior light to make visually checking the progress inside a cinch. And thanks to EasyClean®, users can maintain the cleanliness of the oven and the cooktop* with no effort, no chemicals in just 10 minutes using only the power of pure water.

The range also features LG’s ProBake® Convection technology for quick and thorough cooking without preheating while Air Fry delivers flavourful fried treats using significantly less oil than deep frying.

For even more convenience, the LG range can be controlled and monitored using the ThinQ™ app connected to Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa smart speakers. And LG partners SideChef, Innit, Drop, and Tovala offer helpful culinary inspiration through the hundreds of easy-to-follow recipes on their apps.

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Once the user has selected a recipe, cooking instructions are sent to the oven which then sets the appropriate cooking mode and temperature.

With Drop and a smart Thermomix, making pizza at home is a no-brainer with ThinQ controlling the mixer settings and LG InstaView Range preheating automatically so as soon as the dough is rolled and toppings topped, the oven is good to go. And heating frozen meals from brands such as Nestlé and Kraft Heinz is as simple as scanning a barcode with Scan to Cook.

For even more added value, the new range supports Proactive Customer Care, LG’s AI service solution. With just a smartphone and the ThinQ app, users can maintain the optimal performance and efficiency of compatible LG appliances for years to come.

“The 2021 LG InstaView Range integrates our most innovative cooking technologies which we’re excited to introduce at next month’s CES,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “We’re confident customers will find Air Sous Vide easier and more convenient to use than traditional water sous vide but the real vote of confidence will be in how much better the food tastes.”

The 2021 LG InstaView Range with Air Sous Vide will be on display in LG’s virtual exhibition booth during CES 2021 starting January 11.


LG Smart TVs to Get Stadia Cloud Gaming in Late 2021

LG Smart TVs to Offer Amazing Stadia Gaming Experience Complete with

Immersive 5.1 Surround Sound for Stadia Pro Gamers in the Second Half of the Year

LG Electronics (LG) announces a planned partnership with Google to bring Stadia to its latest webOS smart TVs in the second half of this year. After Stadia comes to Google TV, LG will be the first TV manufacturer to natively support Stadia gameplay via webOS.

LG is demonstrating its commitment to supporting premium gaming on its state-of-the-art displays, made even more compelling with support for 4k and 5.1 surround sound for Stadia Pro users. Stadia on LG TVs will allow customers to instantly play hit Stadia games such as
Cyberpunk 2077, NBA 2K21, Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla
 and
Watch Dogs: Legion
 with just a Stadia controller and no additional hardware or game downloads required.

LG plans to have the new service launched within the second half of 2021 on LG Smart TVs as a downloadable app from the LG Content Store in countries where Stadia is available. Stadia already offers more than 130 games with more being added regularly. Games can be purchased individually or gamers can claim a regular cadence of games to be played for free with a subscription to Stadia Pro, which includes exclusive discounts and up to 4K resolution. Exhilarating gaming with immersive 5.1 channel surround sound and support for up to 4K HDR and 60 FPS makes the Stadia platform a compelling choice for anyone looking for a great gaming experience without the need for an expensive, dedicated gaming console.

And when it comes to gaming, it’s hard to beat the advanced combination of Stadia and  LG OLED TVs. LG OLED’s self-lighting pixels ensure best-in-class HDR picture quality with deep blacks and extremely accurate colors. LG became the first company to launch HDR-capable 4K OLED TVs in 2015 and content on LG OLED TVs – both streaming and externally stored – benefit from the display’s fast 1ms response time, outstandingly low input lag without experiencing any loss in picture quality.

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“Supporting Stadia on LG TVs is our commitment to customers that gaming is an increasingly important feature expected by LG TV owners,” said Lee Sang-woo, senior vice president of corporate business strategy at LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company. “Stadia is changing how people access their favorite games and by providing webOS compatibility, we’re making an early commitment to the platform.”

LG’s perfect-for-gaming LG OLED TVs, new LG QNED Mini LED TVs (with the company’s propriety quantum NanoCell color technology and mini LED backlighting) and upgraded LG NanoCell TVs will be on display in
LG’s virtual exhibition booth
 during CES 2021 starting January 11.


LG to Reinforce Industry Dominance with Ultimate TV Technology

LG’s Premium TVs Upgraded with New OLED Panel, Advanced LCD Panel

Structure, Upgraded Processor and UX Offer Even More Screen Sizes for 2021

LG Electronics (LG) is setting the standard for the TV industry once again with its most impressive premium TV lineup yet, featuring OLED, QNED Mini LED and NanoCell TVs. Featuring a CES
®
 2021 Best of Innovation Award winner (model 48C1) as well as several Innovation Award honorees. LG’s flagship TV lineup has been upgraded inside and out with technology and features such as a new OLED panel, a new advanced LCD panel structure that combines Quantum NanoCell color technology with mini LED backlighting for improved color accuracy and greater contrast, and upgraded AI processor, a redesigned webOS as well as a stunning new look for 2021.

LG’s 2021 OLED TV lineup represents the company’s most comprehensive range of OLED TVs to date with exciting new models that come in more large sizes and build on the brand’s legacy of superior picture quality. LG’s newest G1 series features OLED evo, the next step in the evolution of OLED TV technology that delivers better luminosity for higher brightness and punchy images with amazing clarity, detail and realism.

And when it comes to the ultimate viewing experience of OLED, LG is offering consumers more choices than ever before. The exceptional LG C1 series boasts a diverse range of size options from the 48-inch version favored by avid gamers to the new 83-inch model which will have all the neighbors inviting themselves over on movie night. What’s more, the new Gallery Stand is an attractive alternative to the sleek, flush-to-the-wall Gallery Design mount for those who desire more flexibility in their interior planning.

LG’s latest intelligent processor, the α (Alpha) 9 Gen 4 AI, revamps the performance on the newest LG OLED TV models in the Z1, G1 and C1 series, LG QNED Mini LED TV models QNED99 and QNED95 and LG NanoCell TV models NANO99 and NANO95. The processor leverages deep learning to enhance upscaling, making content of any quality look picture-perfect on the large, self-emissive displays.

LG’s newest processor features AI Picture Pro, which recognizes onscreen objects such as faces and bodies and distinguishes between foregrounds and backgrounds, processing each object independently to make images more three-dimensional. With its ability to detect content genre, the α9 Gen 4 processor further optimizes picture quality, amount of light in scenes and ambient conditions in various viewing environments.

Moreover, the processor incorporates a new version of LG’s AI Sound Pro which boasts two major additions for 2021. Virtual 5.1.2 surround sound up-mixing delivers an incredibly immersive audio experience via the TV’s built-in speakers while Auto Volume Leveling ensures a consistent level of volume when switching between channels or streaming apps, a solution to a problem that has long annoyed TV viewers.

LG’s latest TVs offer an exceptionally intuitive user experience thanks to the company’s updated webOS 6.0 smart TV platform. With a completely redesigned New Home screen as well as performance and feature improvements, webOS 6.0 provides faster access to apps and simpler content discovery capability with even more personalized recommendations. Paired with an improved Magic Remote that includes hot keys for popular content providers, LG’s new webOS offers users the ability to more easily control and navigate LG’s next-generation TVs and the growing webOS ecosystem.

Acknowledged by consumers, tech experts and some of the biggest names in the film industry as the best displays around, LG OLED TVs continue to raise the bar for image quality. With the company’s self-lit pixel technology, the panels featured in the 2021 lineup offer perfect blacks and have been certified as having 100 percent color fidelity by the global product testing agency Intertek. In addition to their unsurpassed color and contrast, LG’s TVs support for Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos
®
 to take viewer immersion to a whole new level.

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LG OLED TVs have also earned a reputation as the best TVs for both console and PC gaming. LG’s 2021 OLED TVs are equipped with new features such as Game Optimizer along with a 1 millisecond response time, low input lag and four ports supporting the latest HDMI specifications. Not only does it allow users the ability to access all game-related settings in one convenient place, Game Optimizer, featured in all LG 2021 webOS TVs including QNED Mini LED and NanoCell TVs, automatically applies the best picture settings according to the type of the game being played, whether it is a first-person shooter, role-playing game or real-time strategy title.

For exhilarating big-screen gaming with stutter- and tear-free images, LG OLED TVs are G-SYNC
®
 Compatible, FreeSync™ Premium supported and feature variable refresh rate (VRR),
6
 all of which can be managed within the Game Optimizer.

What’s more, LG expanded the number of TV models that will support HDMI 2.1 features in 2021, with enhanced audio return channel (eARC) and automatic low latency mode (ALLM) being supported across the full lineup. LG’s QNED90 Mini LED, NANO90 and NANO85 NanoCell TVs will also support variable refresh rate (VRR) for an outstanding experience for those who love gaming.

And when it comes to responsible manufacturing, LG has a good track record with its OLED TVs. The panels employed in the 2021 OLED TV lineup have been certified by Swiss-based Societe Generale de Surveillance (SGS) as having minimal environmental impact, emitting negligible air pollutants, using less hazardous substances and being highly recyclable. According to SGS’s evaluation results, LG OLED TV panels reduce the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOC) by more than 50 percent compared to LCD TV panels of the same size.

LG OLED TVs are also easy on the eyes, without compromising picture quality. In addition to the low blue light recognition from TÜV Rheinland and flicker-free certification from Underwriters Laboratories, LG’s OLED TVs employ the world’s first Eyesafe-certified TV panels that meet the low blue light emission requirement of Eyesafe, a U.S.-based health standards agency. In fact, tests have shown that LG OLED TVs emit approximately 50 percent less blue light than a similar-sized premium LCD TV panel.

Designed to pair perfectly with the new OLED TV models, LG’s latest soundbars are another demonstration of the company’s environmentally-conscious approach to manufacturing. The exterior of the soundbars are made from recycled materials while the packaging is designed to protect without the use of expanded polystyrene foam blocks.

“Our commitment to raising the industry bar and increasing value for consumers are both clearly evident in the 2021 LG OLED TV lineup,” said Park Hyoung-sei, president of the LG Home Entertainment Company. “Featuring LG OLED evo, our most advanced panel technology yet, our newest OLED TVs are in a league of their own, delivering another level of viewing experience we feel confident in saying is second to none.”

LG’s 2021 TV lineup including self-lit LG OLED TVs, new premium LG QNED Mini LED TVs and more immersive NanoCell TVs with ultra-large screen size options will be on display in
LG’s virtual exhibition

booth
 during CES 2021 starting January 11.


LG UltraGear Expands Global Esports Presence with Gen.G

LG Commits to Fostering Worldwide Expansion of the Esports Industry and Reputation of Acclaimed UltraGear
TM
 Gaming Monitors

LG Electronics (LG) is once again making its presence known in the fast-growing global esports industry with a partnership with Gen.G Esports (Gen.G), one of the biggest esports organizations in the world. Gen.G and LG will collaborate to further develop the esports scene internationally with the help of LG’s category leading UltraGear™ gaming monitors.

Ranked sixth in Forbes’ list of The Most Valuable Esports Companies 2020, Gen.G owns and operates eight professional teams from the United States, South Korea and China – widely considered important esports markets in the world – with each team specializing in a massively popular multiplayer game such as League of Legends, Overwatch and PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds. Gen.G also runs the Gen.G Global Academy that provides innovative esports education programs and fosters the development of future gaming and esports industry leaders through the Gen.G Foundation.

LG has already garnered a strong reputation among gamers for its impressive line of UltraGear™ gaming monitors. The partnership with Gen.G allows LG to demonstrate its support for the gaming community, especially among Millennials and Generation Z. LG’s market-leading UltraGear™ monitors offer the picture quality, speed and features needed to get the most out of the latest PC and console titles with the world’s first 4K resolution display and Nano IPS display technology with a Gray-to-Gray (GTG) response time of 1ms.

“With a young and dynamic brand such as LG UltraGear™ as our partner, we look for-ward to providing the ultimate gaming experience to not just professional players but to gaming fans across the globe,” said Chris Park, CEO of Gen.G Esports. “Based on our common objectives and values, I’m excited about the diverse possibilities this collaboration will deliver to our fans and customers.”

“This partnership gives LG the opportunity to actively supporting the gaming community while our stellar 2021 LG UltraGear™ line-up will allow Gen.G’s elite players to perform at their very best,” said Jang Ik-hwan, senior vice president and head of the IT business unit of LG Electronics Business Solutions Company. “We’re proud to play a role in fuelling the growth of the exciting world of esports and delivering the ultimate gaming experience through our exceptional gaming monitors.”

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LG webOS 6.0 Smart TV Platfrom Designed for How Viewers Consume Content Today

New Home Screen, Magic Remote and Functionality Bring LG TV Owners the Most Intuitive and Enjoyable User Experience Yet

LG Electronics (LG) today announces the introduction of webOS 6.0 for its 2021 OLED, QNED Mini LED, NanoCell and UHD smart TVs. Paired with the new Magic Remote, the latest version of the company’s acclaimed smart TV platform offers viewers a more enjoyable and intuitive content discovery experience. The upgraded LG ThinQ AI in webOS 6.0 supports new voice commands for both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, making TV management and searching across streaming services, internet and broadcast channels easier than ever before.

Users familiar with webOS will immediately notice the attractively updated home screen redesigned for enhanced usability and to meet the needs of viewers’ changing content consumption habits. The New Home screen provides faster access to the most frequently used apps and streamlines content discovery with recommendations based on the user’s preferences and viewing history. All displayed full screen to show preferred content and related information at one glance, the New Home acts as a central hub for settings and the greater webOS ecosystem.

Beyond the new premium design, Magic Remote offers simpler controls when using voice recognition with LG’s multi-AI offerings of LG ThinQ, Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Simple to navigate, slick, easy to hold and use, the new Magic Remote offers more user-friendly features including faster connections between the TV and other devices and hot keys for accessing popular content providers such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+. Magic Tap, a one-touch NFC function on the Magic Remote, provides instant access to a host of exciting viewing possibilities. By simply touching an NFC-enabled smartphone to the remote, viewers can share content from their phones to the TV or vice versa. Users can view content stored on their mobile phones on their LG TVs while continuing to use their favorite smartphone apps and features.

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Leveraging the latest in AI technology, TV voice controls and Magic Remote, all viewers have to do to get the info they need is speak up. Magic Explorer, an enhanced version of LG’s Magic Link, delivers informative content related to what’s showing on screen so viewers can learn more about the actors, locations and other items of interest in the movies and shows they’re watching. The content dependent feature also delivers the easiest and friendliest shopping experience for products appearing across select broadcast channels and LG TV services including Live TV, Gallery, Settings and TV Guide by changing the color of the cursor whenever Magic Explorer has information to share.

What’s more, the new Next Picks feature analyzes viewers’ preferences to discover more content suited to their tastes. Using viewing history data, Next Picks recommends two live programs from broadcast or set-top box offerings as well as one VOD title or app that viewers will find most to their liking, saving viewers the time and hassle of finding what to watch next.

“The latest version of our user-friendly open TV platform webOS 6.0 represents the most significant update since we first introduced webOS in 2014,” said Park Hyoung-sei, president of LG Home Entertainment Company. “With the new edition of webOS, LG is demonstrating its commitment of offering services, products and technologies that respond to the needs and wants of our valued customers.”

LG’s newest TVs featuring webOS 6.0 will be on display in LG’s virtual exhibition booth during CES 2021 starting January 11.


Make Every Day Epic with Samsung Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+

Samsung’s latest S Series empowers you to easily share and connect with state-of-the-art camera and video, bold new design and streamlined connectivity capabilities

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduced Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+, the latest flagship devices that empower you to express yourself. Made for the way we live now, Galaxy S21 is loaded with state-of-the-art innovations so you can make the most of every moment. The new flagship series debuts a head-turning, iconic design, an epic pro-grade camera for users of any skill level and the most advanced processor ever in a Galaxy device. And each device offers the connectivity, power and performance that only Samsung can deliver.

“We are living in a mobile-first world, and with so many of us working remotely and spending more time at home, we wanted to deliver a smartphone experience that meets the rigorous multimedia demands of our continuously changing routines,” said
TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics.
“We also recognize the importance of choice, especially now, and that’s why the Galaxy S21 series gives you the freedom to choose the best device for your style and needs.”

For over a decade, the Galaxy S series has delivered groundbreaking, flagship mobile experiences for people who rely on their smartphone for expression, connection and entertainment. The new Galaxy S21 series builds on this legacy to offer the premium flagship experience and make every day epic. Galaxy S21 will be available in a variety of models, so you can find the perfect complement for your personal style and needs.

For users who demand a flagship mobile experience, with pro-grade camera innovations and top-of-the-line performance, at various price points, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ deliver in every category — and then some.

Bold New Style

With a bold new style, Galaxy S21 is built for expression. Galaxy S21 was designed for those who want a light design and compact 6.2-inch display. Galaxy S21+ sports an expanded 6.7-inch display and a larger battery, perfect for marathon gamers and binge-watchers.

The Galaxy S21 series introduces an all-new, iconic Contour Cut Camera housing that seamlessly blends into the device’s metal frame for a sleek, yet striking, aesthetic. S21 and S21+ will be available in a range of eye-catching colors, including a new signature color: Phantom Violet. And each device is coated with a luxurious haze finish on the back for a sophisticated look and feel.

Galaxy S21 touts an intelligent, edge-to-edge Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O display with adaptive 120Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and viewing. It automatically adjusts the frame rate based on the content whether you’re swiping through your social feeds or watching shows. The display is also easy on the eyes.

To help reduce eye fatigue, the new Eye Comfort Shield automatically adjusts the blue light based on the time of day, content you’re viewing, and your bedtime.

Make Everyday Moments Epic

Galaxy S21 continues Samsung’s legendary camera heritage with pro-grade enhancements and video innovations that enable users of every skill level to get the best shot. Whether you’re recording your puppy’s first encounter with a mirror, chronicling series game night antics or documenting spectacular views on a week-long road trip, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+ have you covered.

Just point, shoot and let Galaxy S21 do the heavy lifting — so you can capture the moment before it’s gone.

Improved
8K Snap
 lets you grab crystal clear images from your 8K video footage, so you can capture all the live action and get standout still shots every time you hit record. Even in fast-moving or bumpy conditions, your footage will be buttery-smooth with
Super Steady
 video at an improved 60fps. New
 Director’s View
lets you see, switch, and select the best shot to tell your best story.

Capture video with the front and rear cameras at once for real-time reactions with Vlogger View, and preview or change the angle, zoom or go wide without losing any action with Live Thumbnails.

Paired with Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds Pro, you can capture both ambient sounds and your voice at the same time using
multiple mic recording
. That means you can set up Galaxy S21 in Pro Video Mode on a tripod and use Buds Pro as your voice mic, so you can step away and record speech, movement and background sound in crisp quality.

With the power of AI, the popular
Single Take
 feature allows you to capture a variety of still and video formats with one tap. It has been enhanced with new pro-style video settings like Highlight Video and Dynamic Slow-Mo, which lets you focus on the most compelling action in stunning stills and highlight reels.

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Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+’s AI-powered triple-lens pro-grade camera is designed for those times when you want to be more intentional and have more creative control. The camera system intuitively assesses and adjusts to your scene to ensure you can perfectly capture any environment.

In
Portrait Mode
, the AI-powered camera leverages an improved 3D analysis that more accurately separates the subject from the background. It also brings in options for virtual studio lighting and AI background effects to make sure the subject pops from the frame.

It also works for selfies too. For elusive faraway shots, whether you’re on a hike or sitting in the back row, improved
Space Zoom
 helps you get clear and steady shots. The new Zoom Lock minimizes shaky hands and captures clearer images at 30x zoom on Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S21+, by leveraging AI to keep your focal point in the center of the frame. Plus, enhanced processing power means bright pictures, even in the dark, so you can do proper justice to gorgeous sunsets and skylines.

Connectivity and Performance That Delivers

Samsung is committed to helping you stay connected, and keeping your data secure, in more convenient and personalized ways. Galaxy S21 delivers next-generation performance and seamlessly connects you to the Galaxy Ecosystem to give you more flexibility, no matter your routine, so you can do more with confidence.

Galaxy users love and expect powerful experience. The Galaxy S21 features the latest and most advanced smartphone chipset yet in a Galaxy for greater speed, energy efficiency, and advanced computing capabilities to support 5G connectivity and on-device AI. Galaxy S21 packs all the power you need to process photos, record 8K videos, enjoy a cloud gaming marathon and make the perfect video clips.

We rely on our smartphones more than ever, which is why protecting sensitive information is more important than ever. Galaxy S21 is secured by
Samsung Knox Vault
, Samsung’s own proprietary chipset level (SoC) security platform. By adding tamper-resistant secure memory to our secure processor, Samsung Knox Vault enables S21 to add a new layer of protection.

Galaxy S21 also introduces a new tool to protect and monitor your privacy. You can safely remove location metadata from photos before sharing. With Galaxy S21’s all-new
Private Share
 function, you can also control who gets access to the content you send, and how long it’s available – so you can share content worry-free.

Galaxy S21 is designed to be used with other Galaxy devices and with SmartThings Find, it can help you quickly and easily locate your compatible Galaxy devices even when they’re offline. Whether you left your device in another room, under the seat of your car or in a completely different city, SmartThings Find will send you in the right direction.

You can now locate non-connected devices, with Samsung’s new
Galaxy SmartTag Bluetooth locator
. Simply attach a SmartTag to your keys, a bag or even your pet’s collar and you can use SmartThings Find to find the item or your pet.

Malaysia Availability

The Galaxy S21 and S21+ 5G will be available for pre-orders in Malaysia starting
1:00am, 15 January till 28
th
 January 2021
 (or while stocks last, terms and conditions apply). Customers who pre-order any of the following devices during this period will receive attractive gifts as below:

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The Galaxy Buds Live is an ideal hearable gadget to provide users’ sound experiences that are more seamless and personalized, wherever they go. With the Galaxy SmartTag locator, consumers can keep track of everything that matters. They can attach it to their keys, bag, pet or anything they want to keep tabs on.

With an exclusive pre-order PWP, consumers who purchase any Galaxy S21 series during the pre-order period will be entitled to get 25% off any selected smartphone cases at selected participating outlets. These pre order promotions will last for a limited time only and while stocks last. Terms and conditions apply.

Pre-order is available at Samsung Experience Stores, Samsung Authorised Partners and Samsung Malaysia Online Store. Pre-order yours via the link:
www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-s21-5g/
.


Meet Galaxy Buds Pro: Epic Sound for Every Moment

Samsung’s best-ever earbuds pack a punch with unrivalled sound quality, intelligent ANC and seamless connectivity, all encased in an impeccable design

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of its next-generation earbuds: Galaxy Buds Pro. These earbuds feature immersive sound, superior call quality, intelligent ANC and enhanced connectivity across your devices – all packed into a modern and sleek design. Galaxy Buds Pro represent Samsung’s most premium earbuds offering to-date, built to help you get the most out of your work, entertainment, and everything in between.

“As people look for technology that helps them adapt to new routines and lifestyles, the market for true wireless earbuds has expanded substantially, and consumer expectations have risen,” said
TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics
. “With Galaxy Buds Pro, we’re making a big statement with a small device, offering users a one-of-a-kind audio experience that makes even everyday tasks truly epic.”

Unparalleled Sound & Call Quality

A premium earbuds experience always starts with sound. Whether you use your earbuds to play music on a run or listen to podcasts on the way to work, audio quality is what matters most. Galaxy Buds Pro offer a more comprehensive sound, sporting an 11-millimeter woofer for deeper bass and a 6.5-millimeter tweeter for a crisp treble with minimum distortion. This delivers Samsung’s best audio experience yet – a dynamic, balanced sound. So, whether it’s a rhythmic hip hop groove or intricate classical melody, you can enjoy your music just as the artist intended, anytime and anywhere.

But earbuds aren’t just for entertainment anymore – they’ve become crucial for work communication, and call quality is more important than ever. Galaxy Buds Pro separate your voice from unwanted sounds with three microphones and a Voice Pickup Unit (VPU), ensuring you are heard as clearly as possible. One of the outer microphones also has a high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), further eliminating background noises. In addition, Samsung has integrated its new Wind Shield technology into Galaxy Buds Pro. While a less protrusive shape minimizes the wind contact area, a specially designed chamber and mesh filters out wind interference. Your phone calls have never been clearer, even if you’re stuck in windy weather.

Most Intelligent ANC on True Wireless Earbuds

The Galaxy Buds Pro experience is about hearing more of what you love, and less of what you don’t. That’s why Galaxy Buds Pro have the most intelligent ANC capabilities of any true wireless earbuds. When you need to focus on work – or tune out from the world around to relax – you can reduce the background noise by up to 99 percent, fine-tuning to your preferred level. And with Ambient Sound, you can choose to amplify nearby sounds by more than 20 decibels, meaning you can adjust and personalize according to your needs. This feature is ideal for busy multitaskers – those working from home while looking after a child or those who want to take a run through the city while staying alert for oncoming traffic.

What’s more, ANC and Ambient Sound automatically work together, adapting to your surroundings, to optimize your audio experience. Galaxy Buds Pro recognize when you’re speaking, and they can automatically switch between canceling nearby sounds and amplifying them. They will also turn down your music when you want to talk, even if you are using Ambient Sound or have ANC turned off. This technology allows you to hear and communicate more effectively and makes Galaxy Buds Pro the perfect tool for daily use.

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An Even More Seamless Galaxy Experience

Galaxy Buds Pro are an integral extension of the Galaxy ecosystem – our most seamless earbuds yet. Now, you can automatically toggle your earbuds connection between your Galaxy smartphones and tablets based on your usage – no manual adjustments required. For example, if you’re watching a video on your Galaxy Tab S7 and then receive a call on your Galaxy S21, the all-new Auto Switch feature will pause the video and let you answer the phone using Galaxy Buds Pro. Once the call is over, your earbuds instantly switch back to your tablet; the video plays again, and you can hear the audio through your earbuds again.

Galaxy Buds Pro also expand your audio experience by connecting with other Galaxy devices – especially Galaxy S21. You can enjoy realistic and immersive sound on your Galaxy Buds Pro, wherever you go with the 360 Audio featuring Dolby Head Tracking
TM
 technology, which enables you to stay at the center of the scene. For vloggers, you can clearly capture your voice and surrounding sound by synchronizing the mics on your Galaxy Buds Pro and Galaxy S21. Galaxy Buds Pro also boast Game Mode, so when reduced audio latency is paired with Galaxy S21’s powerful performance and immersive display, you can take your gaming experience to the next level.

No matter how you use your Galaxy Buds Pro, you can do so without worrying about battery life. When fully charged, you get up to 8 hours of playback, with an additional 20 hours of reserve power available in the wireless charging case. Even when using ANC, you can still enjoy 5 hours of playback with 13 hours more available in the case. If you end up running out of juice, you can gain one hour of playtime after just five minutes of quick charging.

New Stylish & Purposeful Design

Galaxy Buds Pro aren’t just great to use, they also
look
 great. Taking inspiration from Galaxy Buds Live’s innovative and iconic shape, Galaxy Buds Pro feature an updated, more ergonomic form factor. The shape of the canal-type earbuds improves sound quality, plus it looks less protrusive and more natural when in your ears. This new design also reduces the contact area between your ear and the bud, improving comfort and minimizing a clogged-up feeling.

In addition, Galaxy Buds Pro are designed to give you added peace of mind. They are protected with an IPX7 water resistance rating, the highest standard of water resistance in the Galaxy Buds line. And now, worrying about losing an earbud is a thing of the past. SmartThings Find can easily locate either of your earbuds, even when they’re out of Bluetooth® range or completely out of sight, misplaced at a distant location. Galaxy Buds Pro were also built to help cut down on waste – using 20 percent environmentally conscious Post-Consumer Materials (PCM).

Malaysia Availability

Galaxy Buds Pro priced at RRP RM799 and comes in three stunning colors: Phantom Violet, Phantom Black, and Phantom Silver to match with your Galaxy S21. Pre-order will be available in Malaysia from
1:00am,

15
th
 January to 28
th
 January 2021.
Terms and conditions apply.

Customers who pre-order during this period will receive a complimentary Wireless Charger Pad worth RRP RM239, while stocks last and on a first-come, first-served basis. The pre-order is available at Samsung Experience Stores, Samsung Authorised Partners and Samsung Malaysia Online Store. Pre-order yours via the link:
https://www.samsung.com/my/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-pro-violet-sm-r190nzvaxme/


Nail-biting Sports Moments You Wish You Were There to Witness

Remember the time where Lewis Hamilton pulled into McLaren’s pit-stop lane when he was racing for Mercedes? Hamilton was with McLaren for 13 years and the switch to Mercedes was something that he was still getting used to. The comical pit-stop blunder caused a wave of laughter and brought a smile to everyone’s faces despite the intense race that was happening. It is sports moment like this that makes one wish that they were there to witness it live.

As sports matches are streamed online now, it opens up an option for fans to catch matches or games highlights whenever they want. With immaculate visual and sound, a TV like the LG GX OLED TV can replicate the feeling of a live atmosphere, all in the comfort of your home. Don’t have a favourite sports moment? Not to worry, here are some of the greatest sports moments you can relive.

2016 Olympic Rio Games – Lee Chong Wei vs. Lin Dan

Every Malaysian knows that badminton is one of our most beloved sport and Datuk Lee Chong Wei is one of Malaysia’s top sports hero. Every hero has his or her rival. Datuk Lee Chong Wei and Lin Dan was one clear example. Whenever the two buttheads in a championship,
mamak
 restaurants are swamped with fans, watching, and cheering our national hero on. Of all the matches that they two had played against each other, Datuk Lee Chong Wei would come out victorious against Lin Dan only a handful of times. Which is why when he bested Lin Dan at the 2016 Rio Olympics Men’s Singles semi-final, it was one of the best matches in badminton history for Malaysians.

Of course, not many have the luxury to take a flight to Rio, Brazil to witness that legendary match live. But the LG GX OLED TV can bring the luxurious experience of the live match to your doorsteps with the OLED Motion Pro feature. Every player’s quick and subtle movement can be seen without any blurriness or flickering. It also further enhances the players’ movements; you can even watch out for their effective footwork during the match.  Badminton footwork, especially, would look like a dance that you cannot keep up with. Now, it is possible that this is one dance that your eyes can dance along with!

Longest Tennis Match in History

For tennis enthusiasts out there, who could forget the 2010 Wimbledon Men’s Singles First Round match between then American 23
rd
 seed John Isner and French qualifier Nicolas Mahut. The gruelling match lasted 11 hours and 5 minutes, over the course of three days (with breaks in between, of course. Let’s be honest, no one in this world can play a tennis match for 3 days straight). It went on to become the longest tennis match in history with the game going into 5 sets and a tie-breaker set that seemed to last forever. Imagine taking a flight to Singapore, staying a night, then flying back to Malaysia and the game is still ongoing. Yes, that’s how long the match was.

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Needless to say, that match was one of the most talked about in the tennis world and many wished they were there to see it live. With the LG GX OLED TV, it allows for an immersive experience, bringing the historical game to life. The SELF-LIT PiXELS feature shows every action in all its glory thanks to the illumination of every pixel, which displays fast-moving movements with less blur and flicker. A 220km/h flying serve would still be visible on the TV! Not to mention, the TV’s slim design transports one to the live game itself, mimicking the experience of watching the game in the moment. You won’t even feel as though you’re watching the game on a TV. The TV’s design will also turn that match into a work of art that it already is!

Immerse Yourself into the Game

Almost everyone would remember these two iconic sports moments. Can you imagine being there to witness and hear the making of a sports history? No? Well, now you can. The LG GX OLED TV’s Bluetooth Surround Ready feature can connect any two Bluetooth speakers to the TV and create a surround sound effect. Hearing the loud cheers and thundering claps of either of the above matches will definitely put you in a place where you get the feeling of a live atmosphere. What’s even better is that the TV comes with LG AI ThinQ function where you can use voice recognition to command your TV. Checking your Instagram and you missed an important match point? No worries, you can rewind by talking to your TV!

It’s not very often that we come across moments in sports that has the world in awe. But when that happens, we would want to make sure that we can re-watch highlights or relive those moments and tell tales from experiencing them. These two intense matches had us off the edge of our seats and will definitely live on in our memory for a very long time. And there you have it, the two of the greatest sports moments in the sports world. So, sit back, relax, get comfortable because you are definitely going to sweat profusely as you anxiously watch these sports hero continue to battle it out.


Malaysia’s Naquib Azlan Leads The Standings in the E1 Championship

Stay tuned every Thursday at 10pm from now till 21 January 2021 to find out which of the region’s best sim racers will win a share of the US$15,000 (RM60,000) prize pool

The E1 Championship, the premier sim racing championship in the region, is approaching its final three races of the season. 20-year-old Malaysian Naquib Azlan of Scuderia Motorsports is leading the charge, followed by Singapore-based Mikko Nassi of Korean racing outfit Team Safehouse in second, and Malaysia’s 17-year-old Mika Hakimi of RSG in third. With a total of US$15,000 on the line, E1 Championship continues this Thursday, 7th January 2021 at 10pm (GMT+8).

Drivers must continue performing their best over the last three races of the season, especially with double race points up for grabs at the final round. The top 10 drivers will also need to push harder to overcome the success ballast to keep their placing on the leaderboard. The top three drivers will have an added 15KG, 12KG and 10KG ballast respectively on the following races.

The final three races of the season will be happening at Silverstone UK on the 7th, Road America on the 14th, and Bathurst Australia on 21st January 2021. Races will be broadcasted live on TV on
eGG Network
 and on the
E1 Championship Facebook page.

Organised by Astro’s esports and gaming channel eGG Network and former F1 driver Alex Yoong’s Axle Sports, E1 Championship aims to provide a platform for the best sim racing drivers in Asia Pacific to compete at the highest level.

E1 Championship has attracted a number of young up and coming talents who are dominating the standings, such as 16-year-old Malaysian Troy Eimann of team Scuderia Stratos (currently in 5th place), 16-year-old Filipino Inigo Anton of team GT Radial Eurasia (currently in 6th place), 14-year-old Australian Kalen Chin of team Black Wolf Racing (currently in 7th place), and 13-year-old Sri Lankan Yevan David of team Stratos Motorsports (currently in 8th place).

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Be sure to catch Round 6 of the E1 Championship this Thursday, 7th January 2021 at 10pm (GMT+8) on eGG Network or on the E1 Championship Facebook page. For weekly updates, follow the E1 Championship on
Facebook,
Instagram,
and
Twitter.


Breakthrough Design Meets Adaptive Intelligence and Boundary Breaking Performance with New HP Spectre x360 14

The beautifully crafted convertible PC builds on HP’s most sustainable PC portfolio leadership with the world’s first laptop to use keyboard scissors made from natural, renewable material.

HP Inc. Malaysia officially launched the all-new HP Spectre x360 14, offering the viewability of a 15-inch device with the mobility of a 13.5-inch form factor for the ultimate browsing, reading, editing, and viewing experience. Also announced today is HP’s expanded 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor Spectre line up, packed with incredible performance gains and increased battery life for the perfect work-at-home lifestyle.

The PC has become more essential than ever, with many doing more from home like work, school, and shopping, for the foreseeable future. But the home is a place often filled with roommates and family members also working or learning, requiring work and personal devices to be as flexible as the user’s environment. Less than one-third of users have an office where the door can be closed
1
, making living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens the open office floorplan of 2020. HP is creating devices like the new HP Spectre x360 14 to be adaptive and smart, with the use of intelligent features – like performance management and new AI-based audio capabilities – to anticipate needs before the user does.

“On-the-go computing takes on new meaning as today’s users demand devices that can accommodate a variety of use cases and environments within their homes,” said Alex Tan, Sales Director, HP Inc. Malaysia. “HP is listening to its users in real time, offering the most intelligent Spectre yet – designed to seamlessly adapt and anticipate the needs and demands of its users, from intelligent audio features like AI Noise Removal for more immersive and engaging Zoom calls to solutions like Smart Sense that automatically adjust settings on the device for improved performance.”

HP Spectre x360 14: Beauty Meets Adaptive Intelligence and Boundary Breaking Performance

The head-turning gem-cut and dual chamfer design achieved by precision aluminum CNC machining continues to define the Spectre portfolio, comes in Poseidon Blue with Pale Brass accents. Other standout design features of the device include:

The first Spectre x360 with a 3:2 aspect ratio display
2
, the Spectre x360 14 offers roughly 20% more vertical viewing space than a 16:9 ratio
3
 – perfect for browsing, reading, and editing content for greater productivity and efficiency. It’s like working with an A4 size paper to easily write, sign documents, or sketch ideas out digitally.
A 90.33% screen-to-body ratio (STBR)
4
 and 100% color calibration with a Delta E of less than two for accurate, lifelike colors.
The first Spectre with an all-in-one keyboard, featuring a power button, new camera shutter button, HP Command Center, a mute mic, as well as a fingerprint reader.
Energy Star and EPEAT Gold certified, the Spectre x360 14 is a welcomed addition to HP’s most sustainable PC portfolio, which has more than 100 Gold EPEAT-registered products in more than 19 countries – more than any other company in the IT industry. HP’s innovative use of natural, renewable materials in the device’s keyboard scissors cut the equivalent of 1,300 pounds of coal being burned in CO2 emissions over the lifetime of the device. Additionally, the packaging uses biodegradable molded fiber instead of plastic foam.

Co-engineered with Intel, the Spectre x360 14 has been tested, tuned, and verified to meet the requirements of the Intel® Evo™ platform, ensuring it meets Intel’s hardware specifications and key experience targets for responsiveness, instant wake, battery life, and fast charge. The Spectre x360 14 comes with the latest 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor that delivers an 34% performance improvement, and 79% performance gains with discrete-level integrated Intel® Iris® Xe graphics versus last year’s Spectre x360 13.

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With up to 17 hours of battery life, this device can follow you throughout the home or wherever you want to go. Working from home requires a consistent, fast connection and the Spectre x360 14 delivers with 3x faster connection speeds with Wi-Fi
6
 and Bluetooth 5.0 support. The device also supports Thunderbolt™ 4 for fast signaling data rates to send and receive large files like videos, photos, and movies in seconds. And easily transfer files between devices and operating systems with HP Quick Drop. With HP MPP 2.0 Tilt Pen support and its magnetic attaching function, the Spectre x360 14 is perfect for creation and Adobe Fresco qualified, with apps in the Adobe Creative Cloud, Premiere Rush, Premiere Pro, Creative Cloud Photography Plan, and Acrobat Standard free during a 30-day trial period.

The Spectre x360 14 offers a host of intelligent features and software capabilities designed to seamlessly adapt to a user based on the activities and apps being used at a given time. These features include:

Intelligentially manage power management to optimize productivity with smarter features in-bag detection using Intel® Dynamic Tuning to avoid overheating or battery drain when the device is in a bag, and quick hot key access on the all-in-one keyboard for HP Command Center to easily select features like Power Saver mode. And help protect the health of the battery with the Adaptive Battery Optimizer.
Focus Mode for multitasking and productivity, dimming the background apps not in use while keep the app currently being used bright. This also helps battery life by dimming other parts of the screen that are not in use, which is also great for privacy.
AI Noise Removal with Intel® GNA 2.0 for intelligent adaptive noise cancellation, to mute any background noise automatically across communication apps Microsoft Teams and Zoom and audio outputs and inputs like speakers, headphones, and the mic.
Smart Sense in HP Command Center, which optimizes and adapts the system for performance, acoustics, and temperature automatically, based on the application being used and the placement of the laptop.
Auto Color, the newest setting in HP Display Control, will automatically switch to the optimal color space for the best viewing experience based on the content being viewed. This means the device will switch from the DCI-P3 color space when watching a movie, to sRGB for surfing the Internet, to Adobe RGB when printing and imaging.

Next-Gen Premium PCs: Versatility for Endless Possibilities with Power and Connectivity

Also, HP Spectre laptops with 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors, Intel® Iris® Xe graphics, and Intel® Evo™ platform verification
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, designed for users seeking the best in performance, versatility, and mobility for their digital pursuits. These devices include:

HP Spectre x360 13: The impressively mobile convertible is even more powerful with 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and Intel® Iris® Xe graphics, with a 35% CPU performance improvement versus the previous generation to tackle demanding tasks like photo editing or 3D creation
20
, and offers up to 16.5 hours of battery life
15
.

Pricing and Availability

The HP Spectre x360 14 is available now, starting at RM6,099.
The HP Spectre x360 13 is available now, starting at RM5,699.

The HP Spectre x360 line up are available at any authorised reseller partners online store on
Lazada
 and
Shopee
. For further information on HP, visit:
https://www8.hp.com/my/en/home.html
.


Newest LG CordZero VAC with New Charging Station Delivers Hassle-free Cleaning Experience

Convenient Charging and Storage Stand Automatically Takes Care of Messy, Dusty Work So You Don’t Have To

LG Electronics (LG) introduced its latest cordless stick vacuum – LG CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 Kompressor
+
 – at the first all-virtual CES
®
 2021. The new upgraded model delivers impressive cleaning results for all types of flooring and features a new charging station stand which automatically cleans out the dustbin and recharges the vacuum after use, maximizing user convenience and minimizing exposure to dust.

With its fully-automated dust removal system, the charging station makes emptying the vacuum painless and more hygienic. When CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 Kompressor
+
 is docked in the stand, the contents of the dustbin container are automatically sucked into the charging station and collected in an attached dust bag. When the emptying process is complete, the vacuum cleaner continues to recharge while docked in the charging station.

The charging station provides exceptional space efficiency, designed to accommodate the CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 Kompressor+ and its set of six accessories and nozzles. The 2-in-1 Combination Tool, Crevice Tool and Pet Nozzle can be stored inside the multi-functional stand for a neat, tidy appearance. Settings on the charging station can be adjusted easily via its full touch display. The charging station also includes a switch to initiate the dustbin cleaning mode manually.

With its interchangeable nozzles, LG CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 Kompressor
+
 can be easily switched from a vacuum to mop and back again in mere seconds by changing the attachments. The Power Carpet Nozzle removes dust from carpets using powerful suction while the Power Mop attachment delivers spotless hard floors. One-touch controls, two quick-change battery packs and removable washable filters elevate the ease-of-use, hygiene and effectiveness of LG’s dual-function cleaner. Owners of the original CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 series can enjoy the same two-in-one convenience with the Power Mop upgrade kit, sold separately.

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“The CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 Kompressor
+
 and groundbreaking charging station take cleanliness and convenience to new heights,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “This impressive cleaning solution is a part of LG’s ongoing mission to protect consumers and their families by making the home more hygienic.”

The CordZero
ThinQ
 A9 Kompressor
+
 and new charging station made its global debut at
LG’s CES 2021 virtual exhibition booth
 on January 11.


PUBG Mobile Club Open (PMCO) 2021 Registration Dates Announced

The PMCO opens its doors to more new regions in 2021, with Malaysia & Singapore now featuring their very own semi-pro tournaments

Since January 1st, aspiring mobile esports semi-pros from across the globe are invited to sign up and compete in the new 2021 PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO), the biggest ever PUBG MOBILE semi-pro esports competition to date. With the enormous success of the PMCO in 2020 which saw tens of thousands of teams registering, and PUBG MOBILE’s commitment to continue growing their esports ecosystem to support competitors of all levels, the PUBG Mobile Club Open 2021 will now be available across 27 regions, with registration opened until January 24th.

2020 was a standout year for PUBG MOBILE esports with over 120,000 teams from around the world applying to compete, showing outstanding skills and vying for their chance to move up into the next level of competition. The PMCO’s expansion means more players will be enabled to continue improving their skills, get a feel of competitive play, and pave their path to the highest levels of mobile esports competition, in the year when PUBG MOBILE esports announced $14,000,000 in prize money.

In 2021, PMCO will expand to more regions in Europe, Middle East, South Asia, LATAM and Southeast Asia. For Southeast Asia region, countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, including Malaysia & Singapore will now have their own semi-pro tournaments. This expansion definitely will drive new talents and more competitive tournaments, foremost opening a clear-accessible path for talented players from Malaysia towards the highest level in the PUBG MOBILE esports competition.

All PUBG MOBILE Malaysia players are invited to immediately register their teams for the PUBG Mobile Club Open 2021 between January 1st to January 24th, through PUBG MOBILE esports website
here
. After registration is closed, players must pass the qualifying round which takes place starting from 1-7 February 2021. The top team that passes the PMCO group stage qualification later on will compete at the Regional stage on February 16-21, 2021. As the final phase, the team that has successfully passed all the qualifying rounds will go to Regional Finals on 24-28 February 2021.

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As the kick-off of PUBG MOBILE esports program in 2021, PMCO Spring Split represents the entry gate to the range of PUBG MOBILE tournaments this year. The best Malaysian team from this competition will directly enter PUBG MOBILE Pro League Season 3 (PMPL S3). And PMPL teams will advance to PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC), PUBG MOBILE’s most prestigious tournament, the final fight for the greatest honor and largest prize money – and the chances are open for everyone!

With a prize pool almost trebling that of this year ($5,000,000 to $14,000,000) and record breaking viewership numbers in 2020, the sky for PUBG MOBILE esports and its players in 2021 is beyond the limit. The next even bigger stages await aspiring esports professionals.

“PUBG Mobile Club Open Spring Split 2021 is an ecosystem that we designed to grow new and talented players in the world of mobile esports. Participated by more than hundreds of teams from each country, every team has the opportunity to show up their skills, win the main prize and advance to even higher competitions. This event provides access for players to realize their dream to play and compete with other professional players from all over the world and represent their country through esports,” said
Gaga Li, Head of PUBG Mobile SEA Esports
.

The PUBG MOBILE esports ecosystem began in 2018 with grassroots events across the world, and 2020 saw the completion of the amateur to pro circuit with the introduction of the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC), PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL), and the major expansion of the PUBG Mobile Club Open.

In 2021, the PUBG MOBILE esports ecosystem will expand to more regions with more professional esports support and bigger prize pool. The program now supports competitors of all levels from amateur to semi-pro and pro across multiple countries and regions, ensuring a clear path for talented players to progress.

Get ready to participate in 2021 PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO). Register immediately and grab the opportunity to become a PUBG Mobile Pro Player. Please visit
PMCO 2021
 for registration and more information.


PUBG Mobile Royale Pass Season 17 Summons Mystical Rewards With Runic Power Theme

Now available with new interfaces, missions and more, following massive Version 1.2 content update

As part of PUBG MOBILE version 1.2 update, which brought new features including a new Runic Power theme gameplay in Erangel map, this month PUBG MOBILE officially launched Royale Pass Season 17 with a “Runic Guard” theme. Delivering an unprecedented game variant with added equippable powers, in this latest season players can collect all-new collectable rewards by completing in-game challenges.

The Royale Pass Season 17 content update delivers 100 ranks of tiered rewards, all unlockable through new activity missions and weekly challenges. Players can spin the added Wheel of Fate to choose between the Resplendent Dawn and Deadly Sickle, when they have reached the 60th Royale Pass (RP) rank. The rewards given will get more attractive from rank to rank, at Rank 100 players can obtain Guardian Armor outfit and weapon collection from the majestic Guardian Armor Set, Uzi and M16A4.

Additionally, players can increase their Royale Pass rank with the new RP Team feature, by joining and completing various missions given to players and RP team. Through teamwork, together all members are able to move to a higher rank, unlock more attractive and valuable rewards, align with the RP that the team obtains. Mission Activity Packs can also be completed and converted into UC currency, which can be spent at the in-game shop for additional loot.

Some rewards that can be obtained during the Royale Pass (RP) mission is as follows:

Royale Pass
Item
Royale Pass
Item
RP 1
Faceless Clown Set and Resplendent Dawn-UZI
RP 50
Teal Terror-Vector and Deadly Sickle-Sickle
RP 5
Faceless Clown Headgear
RP 60
Resplendent Dawn Set or Resplendent Dawn Headgear
RP 10
Resplendent Dawn Ornament
RP 70
Resplendent Dawn Backpack
RP 20
Shoulder Dance Emote and Resplendent Dawn Helmet
RP 80
Guardian Armor Emote
RP 25
Party King Emote
RP 90
Guardian Armor-M16A4
RP 30
Deadly Sickle Parachute and Deadly Sickle Grenade
RP 100
Guardian Armor Set
RP 40
Dayman Airplane

Season 17 also delivers new content to the PUBG MOBILE x Metro Exodus collaboration in the form of Metro Badges. As players collect exclusive supplies, they can unlock the story and earn one of two sets, including exclusive vehicles and other valuable treasures. Similarly, players can now choose between UC and AG currency at any time, which an increased payout at lower Royale Pass ranks.

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“Royale Pass Season 17 theme was inspired by our newly introduced gameplay Runic Power mode as part of version 1.2 PUBG MOBILE update. We also added a new element, Opening Cinematic in Season 17 to visualize all the variety of exclusive items that are available. Through continuous updates and innovation, we dedicated to deliver an unprecedented mobile game variant and a new gaming experience to all players,” said
Jenny Zhuang, PUBG MOBILE Marketing Manager.

Royale Pass Season 17 version 1.2 update today has available on App Store and Google Play, and can be downloaded with the Lightweight Installation Function for Android users. The feature reduces file size upto 70% but offers the same gaming experience. Now players who have limited memory capacity on their mobile, can also customize their own game, add or remove sections according to their preference.


Quick Tips to Achieve Decoration Freedom with Your TV

In the ‘new normal,’ people are spending most their time at home. One of the outcomes of the current situation is that interest in interior decorating has never been higher, especially when it comes to redesigning the living room – the centre of daily life in most households.

Interior designer Katharine Pooley suggested that the crisis will impact how we design our home. At the centre of most living rooms is the TV, which has undoubtedly become more important as of late given its ability to deliver entertainment, information, and virtual interaction.

That is why it comes as no surprise when Malaysian total TV viewing time had a staggering increase of 49% early this year. The TV is also inextricably linked to one’s décor, with today’s large screen-sizes often forcing design concessions and using up a good deal of space in the process. The real question is, how would it be possible to achieve decoration freedom with your TV?

Find yourself a TV with versatility capability

Whatever you envision for your space, a modern TV should help you to make it a reality. The versatility of a TV with understated minimalist design is perfect at home, irrespective of texture or colour around it. On top of that, a TV with slender and sophisticated form looks sublime from every angle – as do images displayed on its stunning OLED screen, which uses self-lighting pixels to deliver sumptuous colours and incredible contrast.

Not just a great TV, LG OLED GX can be a good example that guarantees true decorating versatility, bringing elegance and artistry to the living room and allowing homeowners to follow their own decorating tastes without making compromises. Integrating seamlessly with any lifestyle, LG OLED GX enables you to create the living space you want, no matter if you prefer minimalism or bold use of colour, traditional or contemporary style, or anything else.

Wall-mounted TV is a great choice

A wall-mounted TV may take a little bit more work to disguise as a frame. While it does not necessarily act as a piece of art, you can at least hang other pieces around it to create a very fancy gallery wall. All the framed photos or artwork will lay flush with the TV, so it won’t look super awkward.

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Wall-mounted TV can provide more room to move, resulting in decoration freedom. One of the most obvious benefits of a wall-mounted TV is the amount of space it opens up in the room itself. Without the need for a TV cabinet, shelf, or entertainment unit, you can unleash the potential of your space in whatever way you choose.

A standout example from this growing category is the LG Gallery Design TV. Sporting the LG’s gorgeous Gallery design, the advanced TV combines a slim form factor that saves space; a minimalist aesthetic that fits with and elevates any decorating style along with the first-class picture quality and state-of-the-art features LG OLED TV is known for.

LG OLED GX saves even more room than most wall-mountable models as it does not require a separate box – its slender frame cleverly housing all necessary components and its specially designed wall mount. The flawlessness of its flush-to-the-wall design instantly adds value to your environment, improving flow and fitting in effortlessly with the way you like to live. It comes with a mount that allows it to hang completely flat on the wall. You know, as opposed to the clunkier wall mounts that cause your TV to unattractively stick out.

Caters your entertainment needs

It is not a real TV if it does not carry the basic entertainment features, which covers its ability to bring movies, TV shows, sports, and games to life like never before. You can always opt for a TV with OLED panel with self-lighting pixels that be turned on and off individually, resulting in more natural colours, greater contrast, and detail so real you can practically touch it.

For instance, LG OLED GX is packed with features that enrich the home entertainment experience, such as Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Atmos and Filmmaker Mode, and diverse selection of streaming apps that supply an amazing array of premium content.

A great TV will not just boost your viewing enjoyment, but also gives you more interior design options and lets you reclaim the living room. And whether it is the new normal or back to normal, a TV that can do all that has to be a good thing.