OPPO Joins the Connectivity Standards Alliance Board of Directors

OPPO is taking a leading role in developing and promoting the industry-unifying connectivity standard Matter with other CSA members.

Today, global tech brand OPPO and the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) have announced that OPPO will take up a position on the Alliance’s Board of Directors with immediate effect. As part of its new role, OPPO will become a core member of the Alliance, where it will take a leading role in the development of industry-unifying Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity protocol, Matter, and will lead the promotion of the protocol in China.

Developed and maintained by the CSA, Matter is the foundation for connected things, offering a simplified user experience for connecting different IoT devices. As a member of the CSA’s Board, OPPO will make significant contributions to the Matter Working Group to create a highly compatible IoT ecosystem, boosting the development of the Alliance’s protocol together with partners through the proposal of new protocols, setting of new standards, and the development of new prototype products based on Matter.

OPPO will adopt the Alliance’s technologies into its own IoT ecosystem and products, and will work on promoting the CSA in China and beyond to help further transform the future of connectivity. OPPO will also expand its cooperation with other CSA members to deliver reliable, secure and seamless multi-scenario convergent IoT experiences to users.

“We are delighted and honored to join the CSA Board of Directors to drive the development of Matter and create enhanced user experiences for our IoT products,” said Neil Yang, Director of Standards Research Department at OPPO. “We will lend our global expertise in IoT and marketing across over 50 countries and regions to promote Matter in China and beyond. Together with the CSA and its members, we will shape the future of the IoT alongside our commitment to building IoT products that deliver better services to all users.”

“With OPPO on our Board of Directors, the unprecedented collaboration between our two sides will be a driving force in our mission to build a more intuitive, imaginative, and useful world,” said Tobin Richardson, President and CEO of CSA. “OPPO’s position on the Board will also be key to promoting Matter in China and throughout Asia, offering us the opportunity to provide improved IoT experiences to over a billion users.”

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Formerly known as the Zigbee Alliance, the Connectivity Standards Alliance was established in 2002. As the foundation and future of the IoT, its wide-ranging global membership is made up of over 400 companies and 23 board members. For almost two decades, CSA members have been working together to simplify and increase compatibility in the IoT through technology standards.

Among these, Matter is a unified and secure IP-based connectivity protocol built on proven technologies, helping connect and build a reliable, secure IoT ecosystem, and achieve seamless connectivity among a wide range of smart devices.

Moving towards our mission of “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World,” OPPO believes we should bring the benefits to users, and leave all the complexity to us. With the evolution of 5G, OPPO has been investing in developing an IoT ecosystem that delivers a convergent user experience. As a leader in 5G, OPPO has developed a series of ground-breaking technologies.

In 2015, OPPO established a 5G standardization team and deployed its new 5G standards in over 20 countries and regions worldwide. OPPO has submitted more than 3,000 5G standard-related proposals to 3GPP and declared over 1,000 families of 5G standard patents to the ETSI. To date, OPPO IoT ecosystem has attracted over 30 likeminded partners, and its IoT series includes smart TVs, wearables, audio devices and other accessories to that bring the latest technology to users worldwide.

Aiming to bring seamless connectivity and advanced IoT experiences to everyone, OPPO will continue to deepen its involvement with the CSA and the global IoT community to develop an open and sustainable IoT ecosystem.


OPPO Officially Launches The Global Version Of ColorOS 12

Based on Android 12, the new ColorOS brings a clean, inclusive UI with smoother performance

OPPO today officially announced the all-new ColorOS 12 operating system for its global users. Aiming to provide its users a seamless experience that’s closer to stock Android 12, ColorOS 12 introduces an all-new inclusive UI, smoother performance, and rich features that help boost your everyday productivity as well as help achieve better work-life balance.

With this launch, OPPO officially rolls out ColorOS 12 public beta to its global users, becoming one of the first OEMs to run on Android 12. Coming firstly on Find X3 Pro in
Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia
, OPPO plans on expanding to more models covering more countries and regions in the coming months.

Inclusivity Now a Central Theme

Having its presence across 68 countries, touching the lives of 440 million users around the world, Inclusivity has been a central theme in the creation of ColorOS 12. Building on top of OPPO’s Infinite Design concept, which is lightweight, clean and richly and very customizable, the new OS provides a more inclusive experience and comes packed with softer icons, animations and information framework that are friendly to different languages and cultures, and an adaptable framework with different phone formats.

Smoother, Seamless Experience Powering Greater Productivity

Giving users a smooth, seamless experience has been at the core of OPPO R&D and Innovation, and the new ColorOS 12 emphasizes on both –comfort and endurance. Thanks to the long-term code decoupling efforts, ColorOS 12 has made some achievements in addressing lags and stutters after prolonged usage, especially in anti-fragmentation and intelligent resource allocation, leading to a low 2.75% system aging rate in 3 years, an average of 30% lower memory occupation and 20% lower battery consumption.

Catering to your visual intuitiveness, the Quantum Animation Engine adopts more than 300 improved animations to achieve the animated effects that are lifelike. By imitating physical habits of resistance, inertia and rebound, the feature makes the overall experience smoother and more aligned to the cognition and habits of the human brain so that the experience is more realistic, and intuitive.

Practical features such as PC Connect, 3-Finger Translate powered by Google Lens, FlexDrop and Phone Manager allow ColorOS 12 users stay productive through multiple scenarios.

Prioritized Privacy: Cutting the gimmicks and focusing on the basics

OPPO has been listening to its user feedback and prioritizing privacy on ColorOS. The ColorOS 12 not only comes packed with all the improved security and privacy features from Android 12, including Privacy Dashboards, Approximate Location Sharing and Microphone and Camera Indicators, which empowers users to be the masters of their own privacy with clear, visualized menus and buttons; but also keeping the well-received features developed within the OPPO team, such as Private System, Private Safe, App Lock and others.

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Being aware that privacy to users is all about keeping transparency, OPPO has been improving the data compliance through storage and process. With servers deployed in multiple locations across the world, OPPO guarantees that user data stay in the nearby servers, which is saved in a non-plain text format and is transmitted using a proprietary protocol.

Holding privacy certifications from authoritative organizations such as ePrivacy and ISO27001, the company deploys third-party supervisor in the data security filed to make sure everyday process compliance.

An OS that’s open to the Android developers

Sharing the common value of a healthy mutual exchange with our Android partners and contributing to building a culture of openness and technological exchange to enhance both platforms, while ColorOS has incorporated many stock Android features, similarly, ColorOS has inspired the customizable trend in Android 12, like the Wallpaper-based Theming system in Material You, which you would be able to find a similar self-developed feature in previous ColorOS editions. Another fine example of this exchange is the App Cloner from ColorOS that now features in Android 12.

OPPO’s ColorOS aims to become a more Android developer friendly OS. In addition to the free camera SDKs covering OPPO’s most advantageous camera capabilities – including Ultra Steady Video Shooting, HDR, Super Wide-Angle, etc., OPPO has further opened its HyperBoost, Color Vision Enhancement to benefit Android app developers and enhance the Android ecosystem.

OPPO’s Exclusive Upgrade Policy

For the very first time, OPPO is also announcing a major update policy. Specifically, for the OPPO devices releasing from 2019 and onwards the company will guarantee three major Android updates for its flagship Find X Series devices, and two Android updates for the Reno and some of the A Series and a single Android update for the low memory A Series models. Together with four years of regular security patch updates for the Find X Series, and three years for the Reno/ A Series.


OPPO Reno6 Z 5G Review – A Surprise Performer

OPPO Reno6 Z 5G

RM1,699.00

8.8

Performance

8.5/10

Price

9.0/10

Battery

9.0/10

Camera

9.0/10

Design

8.5/10

				Pros

Lightweight

Good front and back camera

Good for gaming

AMOLED display

				Cons

Feels cheap

Limited colour options

No stereo speakers

Buy Now

The OPPO Reno series has a reputation with camera and photography functions while at the same time, being a long distance athlete, so to speak. Reno series are OPPO’s top of the line, mid to high range offerings and this new OPPO Reno6 Z is one of the phones that surprised me.

The Reno6 Z is a toned down version of the Reno6 and it comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 800U SoC. Good news is that it offers 5G connectivity, bad news is that we don’t have a publicly available 5G provider in Malaysia yet. So I guess we will have to wait for any 5G connectivity reviews.

But why does the OPPO Reno6 Z surprise me? Let’s read on to find out.

First Look and Design

The new OPPO Reno6 Z comes in a rather large blue toned box (just like the Reno6). I like the soft blue pastel-ish colour on the box, very soothing to look at. In the box, there’s the phone itself and a thin box containing some user documentation and a soft silicone clear case.

Below the phone, you can find the charger brick along with the USB type-C cable for data and power, all kept and arranged neatly in their corresponding compartments in the box. It is a big box, a little odd for 2021 smartphone packaging but since this is a mid-range phone, I guess those who are transitioning to higher spec devices do need the accompanying accessories.

The review unit I received is said to be black in colour, but at most angles, it looks more like sparkling dark blue. Another colour option that’s available is Aurora, which is more like light blue. Only two colours available for the OPPO Reno6 Z with matte finish on the back panel and the best part about it is, no smudges.

The OPPO Reno6 Z comes with a bright 6.4” AMOLED display at a peak of 800 nits. It has a 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution at 20:9 screen ratio with 411 ppi density. The display is crystal clear and beautiful to look at especially for a device at this price point. The front punch hole 32MP f/2.4 wide angle selfie camera is located at the top left corner of the display. I somehow prefer it to be in the middle or on the right side. But that’s just me.

Around the back, there’s the three camera setup in a rectangular shaped deck on the top left. The LED flash sits next to the three cameras. Here we have the 64MP f/1.7 wide angle main camera, an 8MP f/2.2 ultrawide angle camera and the 2MP macro camera at the bottom. I can tell you one thing, the camera setup on this OPPO Reno6 Z is awesome. More on this in the photography section below.

Now, on the right side of the phone is where the power/standby button is located. And for most OPPO phone layouts, the volume rocker is located on the left side of the phone. It is located near the mid section where sometimes I would accidentally press the volume down button while holding it in my left hand. Above the volume rocker, you can find the SIM/MicroSD card slot.

At the top of the phone, there’s only a single microphone hole while around the bottom, there’s the 3.5mm audio jack, a USB type-C port, the bottom firing speaker and another tiny mic hole. I really appreciate that the OPPO Reno6 Z has an audio jack at the bottom as I do use it most of the time, especially while gaming. I do wish that some flagship phones still have an audio jack.

I find that the weight of this OPPO Reno6 Z is quite light, at 173g. I have held many other phones in the past, premium and entry levels alike. But this OPPO Reno6 Z felt the lightest. Probably it’s the design and material. It’s not the lightest on paper but it simply feels light.

Performance and Daily Usage

This is the first time I’m testing a phone that uses a MediaTek Dimensity series SoC. I am really excited to know how this SoC would perform on normal daily usage and for gaming. So for the duration of the review, I use the OPPO Reno6 Z as my daily driver to push the phone to its limit.

First off, the OPPO Reno6 Z is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 800U SoC at 7nm processing, which is aimed at the mid-range market segment. It also comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. You can also expand the storage capacity with a MicroSD card. The review unit that I have is the 128GB version, which is more than enough storage for 2021 use.

Another cool feature of the OPPO Reno6 Z is the ability to increase the RAM on-the-go. Currently I have this OPPO Reno6 Z at 8GB of RAM (standard RAM) and an additional 3GB of extended RAM from the RAM expansion settings. There are 3 choices of RAM increments available – 2GB, 3GB and 5GB. Basically it converts part of the internal storage to be used as the additional RAM. This is useful when you need the extra memory especially while gaming.

I have no problems using the OPPO Reno6 Z all day long. It handled anything I threw at it brilliantly. As for battery usage, I am able to power through the day and still have about 30% of battery by the end of the day and into the night. The 4310mAh battery may not sound like much, but somehow it can last me a whole day without plugging in the charger. Also, charging it back up to 100% took less than an hour from about 15% with the given 30W charger brick featuring VOOC Flash Charge 4.0.

Multitasking is flawless. I can continuously chat on WhatsApp or Telegram, open up emails and browse the web while playing YouTube Music without any hiccups. 5G is also available on the OPPO Reno6 Z but alas, we don’t have publicly accessed 5G networks and services yet in Malaysia.

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The OPPO Reno6 Z can be unlocked with the usual PIN or password, but you can also use the under display fingerprint sensor or face unlocking features. I prefer to use the under display fingerprint sensor as it is quick and accurate. This can be used with your banking apps that you have installed for a quick login.

OPPO Reno6 Z comes with Android 11 out-of-the-box with OPPO’s own ColorOS version 11.1. I like the customization features by ColorOS where I can easily change the font face and sizes. I can also play around with the icon sets to suit my taste. There are tons of customization features that you can try and it’s easy for you to have your own personalized UI.

When I want to push a phone’s limit, I will always test it with games that demand heavy graphic processing and overall responsiveness. My game of choice is PUBG Mobile. I play lots of PUBG Mobile games and on many reviewed devices. You can say that I’m an avid player of the game. So I have it installed on the OPPO Reno6 Z to see its true potential.

As usual, I set the graphics to the highest settings with full HDR and highest FPS with anti aliasing turned on. And it’s good to know that the OPPO Reno6 Z has its own gaming mode where I can have the performance mode turned on, which I did.

Gaming with the OPPO Reno6 Z is surprisingly good. Movements are very responsive and the graphics rendered smoothly thanks to the 8GB of available RAM. And since I have the OPPO Reno6 Z on additional 3GB of RAM from the RAM expansion setting, it does help with the overall gaming performance. But I also believe that I don’t need the additional RAM to run PUBG Mobile on the OPPO Reno6 Z.

Watch the sample gaming experience below (note: I was sleepy while doing this video sample).

At 100% battery, I can play continuously for close to 3 hours before I have to plug in the charger. And usually by then, I’ll be too tired to continue as my game time is always after 11pm. So gaming with the OPPO Reno6 Z is really fun. And it doesn’t run hot, at all. Even after long hours of gaming. This is a phone that budget and mid-range gamers should look into.

Benchmarking with Antutu is quite impressive too. It scored 365858 and placed above some of the self proclaimed budget gaming phones out there. Of course, it can’t match up to flagship devices that scored well above 800k mark but scoring above 350k is pretty good. That is one of the reasons why PUBG Mobile runs smoothly without any lag. So thumbs up to performance.

Camera and Photography

This impresses me a lot.

First of all, let’s go through the camera specifications. It comes with a triple camera setup at the back and a single selfie camera up front. I mentioned earlier that the main shooter is a 64MP wide angle camera with f/1.7 “aperture” while the ultra-wide angle camera is 8MP f/2.2. I will also tell you that the rear camera performance is good especially for a device at this price point.

The OPPO Reno series has been focusing on camera performance lately. And the OPPO Reno6 Z has the same camera sensor as the Reno6 Pro version. The only thing is that the pro version has a fourth depth camera at the back. And again, OPPO Reno6 Z also has the same 32MP selfie camera as the Pro counterpart. So you will get somewhat a pro version camera system on a mid-range budget.

And what people say, a picture speaks a thousand words. So I will let some sample pictures do the talking.

I was clearly impressed by the camera performance on the OPPO Reno6 Z. If you’re into smartphone photography, I would recommend this phone because I really liked the functions and image quality it produces. And I am also surprised at the 32MP selfie camera. The colours are on point and the post processing is done nicely. It tends to over-process the photo sometimes but the clarity is good.

So will I use the OPPO Reno6 Z for smartphone photography? Yes I would. During the review, I have used the OPPO Reno6 Z to capture lots of photos of my little boy. Those I will keep for my own personal family portrait and I do enjoy capturing family moments with the OPPO Reno6 Z.

Conclusion

OPPO Reno6 Z is for those who are on a budget and are willing to spend a little more for a future-proofed device. I can see that this OPPO Reno6 Z will continue to perform well for a few years. The RAM expansion feature is something that is useful to have for an additional reliability in performance. The base 128GB storage is enough to store tons of photos and videos.

Not forgetting, you will be ready to use the 5G connectivity in future when Malaysian telcos start to roll-out their respective 5G services.

If you’re a gamer or would love to start playing heavy graphic demanding games, do check this phone out. PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty Mobile run smoothly. If those two games can run smoothly, other heavy graphic games can surely run just as smooth. I’ve yet to try Genhin Impact on this but I’m pretty sure I will like it too.

The AMOLED display is simply lovely to look at. The blacks are deep to create a nice contrast between light and dark. Binge watching some videos or movies is a joy. If only it had stereo speakers, that would be the icing on the cake.

My overall experience with the OPPO Reno6 Z has been awesome. I played lots of games on it. I used it for my social media postings and took tons of photos with it. I bet you will love it too. You can purchase your own OPPO Reno6 Z 5G at
OPPO’s official website
 and their partners now for
RM1,699.00
.


OPPO RENOVATORS Portrait Photography Contest Ultimate Winners Announced

After over a month of stiff competition from thousands of talented mobile photographers, the OPPO RENOVATORS Portrait Photography contest has finally come to an end, with the best entries announced as Ultimate winners.

Johorean Christine Teo was crowned OPPO Malaysia’s very first OPPO Renovator and took home the RM 4,000 cash prize and the RENOVATOR title. Meanwhile, runner-up Sharkawi Che Din and second runner-up Hafizan Ilias took home cash prizes of RM 2,000 and RM 1,000 respectively.

OPPO RENOVATORS 2021 was a competition for art and technology lovers around the world, which aimed to collaborate and co-create with top tier mobile photographers. Through RENOVATORS, OPPO looked to uncover hidden talents among photography enthusiasts and provide them with the correct platform to shine and have access to once-in-a-lifetime content creation opportunities.

For its first-ever RENOVATORS Portrait Photography Contest, OPPO partnered with Kuala Lumpur Photography Festival (KLPF)to reach out to the local mobile photography community and invite them to challenge themselves with the contest.

OPPO RENOVATORS Portrait Photography Contest Winners

Ultimate winner and newly crowned OPPO RENOVATOR Christine Teo’s entry captured judges’ attention with its composition, emotional connection as well as unique concept. Her winning portrait photo was inspired by how Malaysia, as a nation, has pulled through the difficulties posed by the pandemic – represented by the darkness in the photo – but always continued smiling – a symbol of our strength.

As a RENOVATOR, Christine will be engaged by OPPO and KLPF for content creation opportunities for the brands’ upcoming campaigns. On top of that, she will also be invited to experience OPPO’s new smartphones in advance for the coming year.

With 10 years of experience in mobile photography under her belt, OPPO believes that Christine will be able to find new ideas and inspirations from their collaboration, thanks to the constantly evolving photography features in future generations of OPPO smartphones.

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Runner-up Sharkawi Che Din received RM2,000 cash prize for his artistic take of a Merdeka emotion in portrait. Featuring his younger daughter in his winning photo, Sharkawi shared that he enjoys documenting her childhood through mobile photography.

Sharing his sentiment is second runner-up Hafizan Ilias, who loves documenting his family and cites them as his inspiration. Hafizan took home RM 1,000 cash prize with his expressive portrait photo.

The first ever RENOVATORS Portrait Photography Contest saw mobile photographers from all walks of life come together, transforming intangible emotions into portraits, each in their own way. Participants were given two categories to pick from–
#MYEmotionInPortrait
 and
#MerdekaInPortrait –
in line with the Reno6 series that was launched just a couple of months ago.

The Portrait Expert, OPPO Reno6 series was launched just recently in August, bringing advanced portrait photography capabilities to Malaysians. The smartphone continues OPPO Reno’s pursuit of excellent imaging and advances portrait experiences further with enhanced AI systems and an intuitive user interface that captures every emotion, in portrait.

Packed with features that are designed to enhance portraits such as bokeh flare portrait, focus tracking and AI Palette, the OPPO Reno6 series is the perfect tool for both amateur and professional mobile photographers to showcase Malaysians’ real emotions in portrait.

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Maxis Makes Owning iPhone 13 More Affordable With The All-New Zerolution 36 Months

The iPhone 13 line-up is now available at Maxis Centres and online starting from as low as RM66 a month
Complete iPhone purchase with original Apple accessories at discounted prices
More options for pre-order and reservations for the iPhone 13 line-up

The newly launched Zerolution 36 months provides Maxis’ customers with more choices and greater affordability to own a device, starting with the iPhone 13 range. Through the 36-month device contract, customers can get an iPhone 13 at as low as RM66 a month, as well as 0% interest and no upfront payment.

Maxis Zerolution 36 months comes with mobile plans of RM128 per month, RM158 per month, or RM188 per month which includes up to 100GB of data, unlimited calls and SMS as well as four share lines.

In addition to Zerolution 36 months, customers can still opt for Zerolution 24 months or a normal device-contract.

“At Maxis, we always want to provide greater accessibility to devices for our customers, and our Zerolution 36 months is big step forward in this mission. We are pleased to offer the latest iPhone under this programme, as even more customers can now enjoy great innovation that complements their digital lifestyles. We’re also meeting the overwhelming demand for the iPhone 13 this year by widening the options to pre-order and make reservations, to ease the purchasing journey for our customers,” said Loh Keh Jiat, Maxis’ Chief Marketing Officer.

Promo prices on Apple accessories

To level-up the Apple experience, customers can purchase original Apple accessories from Maxis starting 8 October at up to 20% discount.

Apple Accessory
Promo Price
Recommended Retail Price
Availability
Apple AirPods Pro
RM989.10
RM1,099.00
All Maxis centres
Apple AirPods Max
RM1,919.00
RM2,399.00
Sunway Pyramid, The Gardens and KLCC i-Centre stores
Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter
RM89.10
RM99.00
All Maxis Centres

iPhone 13 Reservations and Waitlist

In addition to online pre-ordering with full payment which commenced on 1 October, customers can also make reservations and be in the queue for upcoming stocks via the Maxis Online store, as well as any Maxis store. Once their device has arrived, the customer will be contacted. Customers can either make a reservation with partial payment for incoming stock or be part of a waitlist with RM0 payment for future stock availability.

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Maxis is offering the innovative and elegant iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13, and iPhone 13 mini. Redesigned inside and out, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max introduce the most advanced pro camera system ever on iPhone, Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion, improved battery life, the Apple-designed A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU. iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini feature the most advanced dual camera system ever in iPhone and the powerhouse A15 Bionic chip in a sleek and durable design.

For complete pricing and availability details, please visit
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Power Up Your Tech Game With HUAWEI 10.19 Brand Day Sale

Enjoy exclusive deals and discounts up to 42% OFF* on your favorite HUAWEI gadgets only on this 19 October 2021

To power up your tech games, HUAWEI is ready to offer every tech savvy crazy deals up to 42% OFF* on
HUAWEI Store Online
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With limited stocks available, you can choose your favorite HAUWEI products and add them onto your shopping cart. All you need to do is to check out the items you want on D-day. Below are some product lists for you to check out.

HUAWEI Band 6 – The Most Valuable Fitness Tracker

Smart bands offer several benefits for users — from their lightweight form factor to their long battery life. The HUAWEI Band 6 includes all these features, delivering what you need for your exercise routine. Featuring a 1.47-inch AMOLED FullView Display, intuitive 4-way touchscreen controls, you can view constant heart rate monitoring in impressive detail. Powering with remarkable battery life, it offers 14 days’ battery life for typical use
3
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Quality sleep can elevate your mood, increase energy, help you reach your fitness goals, and aid in recovering from intense workouts faster. With the HUAWEI TruSleep
TM
 2.0 Sleep Tracking feature, the HUAWEI Band 6 offers 4 sleep state tracking and 200+ better sleep suggestions, to help with your healthy lifestyle.  You will be able to always monitor both your SpO2 and heart rate with its TruSeenTM 4.0 Heart-Rate Monitoring function. There are also 96 workout modes that includes 11 professional sports modes to provide you various options for fitness tracking.

HUAWEI WATCH GT2 Series – Your Perfect Companion for Indoor or Outdoor Activities

Combining the tribute to classic and innovation of style, the HUAWEI WATCH GT2 Series is packed with aesthetic design and intelligent features – a perfect life assistant for you. Compatible with 15 sports modes, supporting GPS, GLONASS satellite positioning systems and full-scale monitoring, the HUAWEI WATCH GT 2 provides accurate positioning services. You will know exactly where you are and able to check your progress on the trail after a hike or completing a run.

The HUAWEI WATCH GT2 Series also supports TruSleep™ 2.0 sleep tracking and TruRelax™ pressure monitoring to provide you with in-depth information in your daily lives, which include feedbacks that you could keep track any time of the day. Worry about missing calls or message while you are exercising? Fret not as the HUAWEI WATCH GT2 Series comes with Bluetooth calling and Message Notification! You can now get alert, receive calls during sports without any hassle. You get to choose your preferred watch faces with variety of choices according to your mood too.

HUAWEI MatePad T 10 – Fun for All

The HUAWEI MatePad T 10 has got you covered for all aspect of entertainment! Providing a premium audio experience, the HUAWEI MatePad T 10 comes with a high amplitude dual speaker system to deliver symmetrical audio from both sides, for you to enjoy in an even sound field. Featuring with a 9.7-inch HD Display and TÜV Rheinland certified Eye Comfort, you can indulge in every video and music with better eye comfort no matter where you are.

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Get fun while multi-tasking! The HUAWEI App Multiplier features in the tablet allows two apps to be open concurrently, interact with each other to elevate your efficiency for online shopping or work. Text messages can also be replied to via Floating Window, which creates an overlay on top of the active app, enabling you to perform simple tasks without exiting the current activity.

HUAWEI MateBook D14 – Your Best Value Notebook for Enhanced Productivity

Whether you are a student or a businessman, a notebook that can offer great productivity and great portability is important. The HUAWEI MateBook D14 has a higher screen-to-body ratio goes up to 84% while equipped with a powerful 56Wh battery and HUAWEI Share Multi-screen Collaborations. Imagine that you can drag and drop files between devices without needing a cable, you can work on your assignment or task in a more seamless way now!

To provide you hassle-free security function, the notebook has built-in with a hidden camera and fingerprint reading with the power button, you can now own your privacy conveniently.

HUAWEI FreeBuds 4i – Disconnect from Noises

Sometimes, it’s hard for us to enjoy our favorite music with the earphone, especially in a publica spaces when we are walking on the street or taking public transport. The HUAWEI FreeBuds 4i equipped with ANC technology, the built-in acoustic components and algorithms is able to cancel out noise and provide immersive audio experience wherever you are.

Featuring a large battery, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4i could achieve a long battery life of as much as 22 hours with the charging case – boasting 10 hours of continuous playback. From just a 10-minute charge, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4i is also able to deliver four hours of audio needs. To offers you a comfortable wearing experience, it is ergonomically designed for a stable and snug fit. Its charging case also adopts an edgeless design to fit perfectly into your palm, allows you to always hold it comfortably.

HUAWEI P40 Pro – Visionary Photography

Powered by a Kirin 990 paired with 8GB RAM, HUAWEI P40 Pro delivers exceptional performance, robust AI performance and power efficiency. There’s no battery anxiety with HUAWEI P40 Pro as it comes with 4200mAh battery, provide you a longer on-screen time.

Have you experienced before when you want to take a shot from the beautiful scene, but it turns out blurry because you were too far from there? The HUAWEI P40 Pro comes with a 50x zoom feature that can capture every detail of subject, giving you a fantastic photography experience. Equipped with 50 MP Ultra Vision Camera and 40MP Cine Camera, it delivers outstanding photographic results with super clarity and rich details. You can stage a perfect shot no matter daytime or night-time.

Incredible deals await you. What are you waiting for? Visit
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PUBG Mobile Brings Back Vikendi Snow Map

Reunion: Classics Encore, the return of seven fan-favorite modes for a limited time

PUBG MOBILE brings back Vikendi, the first snow map in this battle royale game that most fans and community are longing for. Apart from Vikendi, a total of seven favorite and best game modes will make its comeback into the game, including the Metro Royale: Reunion, Titans: Last Stand, Survive Till Dawn, Payload 2.0, Runic Power, and Infection Mode. Vikendi was removed from PUBG MOBILE on April 7, 2021, with the release of Karakin map.

PUBG MOBILE players can now reminisce the following seven classic modes that will be brought back into the game:

Vikendi

After a long absence, the snow-covered battlefield has returned. The Vikendi map was first launched in 2018, offering a snowy map measuring 6 km X 6 km. Known as an isolated northern resort island in the Adriatic sea, Vikendi has a fairly high level hazard with extreme weather and heavy snow where blizzards can hit at any time.

Vikendi also introduced an exclusive snow vehicle, the Snowmobile, which players can use to dodge bullets or even race and drift for fun, as well as a weapon finish upgrade system, from looks to special effects that cope with Vikendi’s temperature and atmosphere.

As for battle strategy, players will need to remember to cover their footprint so that the enemy can’t track their location. Players will also need to equip themselves with tools that guarantee an adequate level of concealment. Such as, Assault Rifles, Sniper Rifles, and Designated Marksman Rifles would be the most suitable choices in the Vikendi terrain. On the other hand, Goroka, Dobro Mesto, Castle, Cosmodrome, Volnova, Villa, and Dino Park are player’s most favorite loot areas, so players will need to prepare themselves if they want to jump in those areas.

Metro Royale: Reunion

Experience tense battles in dangerous underground tunnels against bandits to ferocious mutants hiding in the shadows of darkness. To support intense battles, PUBG MOBILE has added a variety of tactical equipment in this mode, ranging from a thermal radar that can track body heat, goggles and night scopes to target enemies in the dark, various kinds of customizable armor attachments, grenade launchers that can be used to attack enemies in the dark, thick armor up to the Tikhar Rifle, a unique and silent air rifle.

Titans: Last Stand

PUBG MOBILE’s collaboration with the phenomenal box office film, Godzilla Vs Kong, is back. PUBG MOBILE invites players to join hands with the Monarch expedition team to defeat Mechagodzilla. Search for the godzilla Crates available on board and find the M249 and RPG-7 heavy guns with unlimited ammo to knock out Titans over 10-meters in size. Players will not be alone, Godzilla and Kong will appear to help.

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Survive Till Dawn

One of the most unique gameplay, Survive Till Dawn, is brought back this time. In this game mode, a swarm of zombies will start to appear and players will need to be ready to attack when the sun no longer sets. Players will experience survival until the allotted time by killing as many zombies as possible to get useful items and survive.

Payload 2.0

Get ready to “Rock and Load”, with the return of Payload 2.0 mode from 15 October  2021. Payload 2.0 provides a more intense, challenging, and exciting combat experience. Introduced two years ago, payload has become one of the most popular modes among PUBG MOBILE players. The game mode offers a new way of fighting, where players can use various kinds of powerful vehicles equipped with super weapons that have tremendous destructive power.

Runic Power

Runic Power mode brings back a unique experience of combat in Erangel. Players can pick one between three rune energies that will give players an elemental power as well as active and passive abilities. Firstly, the Flame Rune where players can summon a wheel of flame that rolls forward slowly, dealing burn damage to enemy players it touches. Meanwhile, with Arctic Rune, players can summon 3×3 ice walls for protection in the middle of battle. Finally, the Wind Rune, where players get the power of wind, can create a semi-transparent wind shield that reduces bullet damage from weapons fired from outside.

Infection Mode

In this mode, players will be divided into two teams that are randomly divided to 5 players each, whether they will be a Zombies team or a Defenders team. In order to win this match, the Zombies team must be able to infect the entire Defenders team before the time limit runs out. On the other hand, for the Defenders team who can survive not being infected, even if only one person lives until the time limit runs out, they will be granted with a Winner Winner Chicken Dinner.

Play your favourite game mode now and stay tuned for other classic modes that will return to PUBG MOBILE.

Downloads

Google Play Store:
PUBG MOBILE: RESISTANCE – Apps on Google Play
Apple App Store:
PUBG MOBILE: RESISTANCE on the App Store (apple.com)


PUBG Mobile Collaborates With Baby Shark To Drop Various Themed In-Game Items

Baby Shark exclusive items will be available until 20 November 2021

PUBG MOBILE never stopped innovating and they are back with a new collaboration with Baby Shark to entertain the players and communities. Baby Shark is a children’s song by Pinkfong from a South Korean entertainment company that has become a global phenomenon.

Its dance video is the most viewed video on YouTube with over 7 billion views. This collaboration brings a variety of cute and captivating Baby Shark items to the battlefield including the
Baby Shark Parachute, Baby Shark Pan, Baby Shark Costume Set, Baby Shark Graffiti, and Baby Shark Dance
 which allows players to dance in the game.

All players can obtain the exclusive items from the collaboration of PUBG MOBILE X Baby Shark for free! Invite friends to join the “Redemption Event” and complete various missions every day to redeem and collect as many “Little Fish” items and get the Baby Sharks Set suit and Baby Sharks dance permanently.

Aside from that, Baby Sharks items are available in exclusive offers on a limited basis during the collaboration period. Players can get the Baby Shark Backpack and Baby Shark parachute for only half the price at 450UC, which previously costed at 900UC. Baby Shark items such as Baby Shark Graffiti, Baby Shark Spaces, Baby Shark Pan, and Baby Shark songs can be found in the “Shop” menu.

To add more excitement to this collaboration, PUBG MOBILE held another event called “Dance With Baby Shark”, for players to win a permanent Baby Shark Suit. Players are required to record their version of Baby Shark’s cute dancing moves and upload it to their social media with a predetermined hashtag. For more details, please visit PUBG MOBILE Malaysia’s Instagram page
 here
.

Lastly, PUBG MOBILE has another new partnership and collaboration with the most anticipated blockbuster movie, Dune. The collaboration offers unique Dune themed items such as Dune Graffiti, Dune Pan, and Dune Parachute, that can be obtained by completing various missions during the collaboration period from 15 October 2021 until 11 November 2021.

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Invite your friends to join the events and get a variety of these exclusive items only on PUBG MOBILE.


PUBG MOBILE Collaborates With Kartrider Rush+ to Bring New Charming Outfits, Items and Car Skins

PUBG MOBILE is back to entertain their millions of active players and community with a new collaboration with KartRider Rush+, an online multiplayer racing game from South Korea. The collaboration with KartRider Rush+ will bring iconic and unique items to PUBG MOBILE battleground for a limited time starting now and until October 31, 2021.

PUBG MOBILE x KartRider Rush+ collaboration items will only be available during the collaboration period and they consist of three types of Cute Bazzi sets that are in Red, Pink and Panda. Apart from this adorable costume set, there is the Cute Bazzi Backpack, Cute Bazzi Pan, and Pink Cotton Dacia, the iconic kart from the KartRider game that comes as a car skin.

Exclusive Kart Style items are available at the PUBG MOBILE Lucky Crate, which can be earned from 50 UC (Unknown Cash) for one unlock, or players can get a discount by unlocking 10 crates directly for 450 UC. The more Crates that players unlock, the higher the probability of getting a special skin as players’ Lucky Value increases over time.

KartRider Rush+ is a kart racing mobile game that is part of the longest running franchise of the racing genre with millions of fans, especially in Asia. Originating in South Korea in 2004, the game features dozens of racing circuits with outstanding graphics, and a variety of game modes. In addition, players can choose from a wide array of vehicles, drivers, including unique helmets and all kinds of accessories.

“Sustainable updates and innovations are something that PUBG MOBILE prioritizes to provide players with for better gaming experiences,” said
Jenny Zhuang, PUBG MOBILE Marketing Manager SEA
. “This new collaboration with one of the most famous kart racing games, KartRider Rush+ is prove that players can expect more surprises through the PUBG MOBILE 1.6 update.”

The version 1.6 update has also brought other new content and game mode such as Flower Menace. PUBG MOBILE has also brought back seven nostalgic best game modes: Vikendi map, Metro Royale: Reunion, Titans: Last Stand, Survive Till Dawn, Payload 2.0, Runic Power and the Infection Mode.

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PUBG MOBILE Version 1.6 update is available on
App Store
 and
Google Play Store
.


PUBG Mobile Drops New Theme With Royale Pass Month 4: The Temporal Warrior

Various rewards, outfits, exclusive skins and other latest content are available

PUBG MOBILE officially launched Royale Pass (RP) Month 4 in -game named “The Temporal Warrior” as part of the version 1.6 update that also features new gameplay mode “Flower Menace”. Fans and community will now be able to experience new game content with features including Cyber Ring gameplay, exclusive suits, new weapon skins, emotes, ornaments, and more that are different from the previous seasons.

The update is live and will be available until 15th November 2021.

To accommodate fans’ excitement for the latest content, PUBG Mobile introduced a new system covering the schedule of themes and seasons the game will go through.

Previously, in Version 1.5 onwards, the RP would last for two months. Now, with the new system called Royale Pass Month (RPM), the season will last for only one month. The price of each Royale Pass Month is 360 UC (reduced from 600 UC) and the highest rank has been reduced from 100 to 50. The amount of rewards will also be upgraded.

A Challenge Point System is also being implemented to evaluate player’s actions, awarding bonuses for positive behaviour such as not quitting, not using friendly fire or going AFK.

Content updates in the month of RP 4 give players tiered rewards in each rank. Rankings will be unlocked when players are able to complete various missions and weekly challenges that are given within the 4 weeks or buy ranks to reach the final rank faster.

As the main reward, players can get the Mecha Bruiser Set when they reach level 50 in RP Month 4, this set will only be available with the Elite Pass and players must first buy the Elite Pass to get other exclusive rewards.

Meanwhile, players who have purchased the Elite Pass have the opportunity to acheive various rewards including RP1 with Chrono Cyborg Set and Chrono Cyborg – AKM items, up to RP 50 with Mecha Bruiser Set and Mecha Bruiser Cover.

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Royale Pass
Item
Royale Pass
Item
RP 1
Chrono Cyborg Set and Chrono Cyborg – AKM
RP 20
Mouse Trap UAZ
RP 5
Chrono Cyborg Cover
RP 30
Ivory Knight Ornament and Mecha Bruiser
RP 10
Chrono Cyborg Helmet
RP 40
Footlong – Mini14
RP 15
RP Avatar (M4)
RP 50
Mecha Bruiser Set and Mecha Bruiser Cover

PUBG MOBILE version 1.6 also features a variety of content for players with the return of seven favorite modes in a limited time, including the return of the Vikendi snow map and a new partnership with KartRider Rush+.

The new content is available now for free through the App Store and Google Play Store. For more information on the latest RP Month 4, visit
PUBG Mobile Malaysia’s social media
.


Razer Merchant Services and Paynet Power Mydebit Tap-On-Phone, Turning Merchant Smartphones into Card Payment Terminals

RMS aims to enable 2,000 offline merchant touchpoints with MyDebit Tap-On-Phone feature by Q42021

Razer Merchant Services
(RMS), the B2B arm of Razer Fintech, has partnered with Payments Network Malaysia (PayNet) to launch the MyDebit Tap-On-Phone (TOP) feature on the RMS Virtual Terminal (RMS VT) mobile application.

RMS, one of the largest offline to online (O2O) digital payment networks across Southeast Asia, has rolled out this new payment feature to further encourage contactless payments in Malaysia.

During the COVID-19 crisis, contactless payments surged 60% across Asia, double the expected volume during this period, according to a
report
by McKinsey & Company. In line with this, RMS aims to enable 2,000 merchant touchpoints with the MyDebit TOP contactless payment feature by Q4 2021 via the RMS VT app, including merchants from the ‘Retail’, ‘Courier’ and ‘Food & Beverage’ segments.

Through the RMS and PayNet collaboration, merchant smartphones can be converted into payment terminals, enabling smaller merchants to accept MyDebit payments from approximately 21 million ATM cardholders without incurring rental and monthly maintenance fees for card payment terminals.

Consumers merely need to tap their MyDebit ATM cards on merchants’ Android Near-Field Communication (NFC) devices to transact purchases below RM 250 securely, while RMS has enabled the ‘PIN on Glass’ verification feature for contactless transactions above the stipulated amount.

The RMS VT app also supports face-to-face and remote transactions via online payment links and a vast variety of other payment options, including PayNet’s DuitNow QR, which would accelerate the adoption of digital payments.

“RMS is proud to introduce the latest payment solution through MyDebit TOP on the RMS’ Virtual Terminal app. This partnership with PayNet cements the VT app as a revolutionary mobile payment software platform that our offline merchants can use to accept MyDebit ATM cards. RMS VT’s mobility will simplify how RMS merchants receive payments at a fraction of the usual cost. We are very excited to help more small and medium businesses grow with just a tap on their phone,” said Lee Li Meng, CEO of Razer Fintech.

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“We have worked closely with RMS for many years now, and they are gaining good traction with micro, small and medium enterprises. This new collaboration between MyDebit Tap-On-Phone with RMS would provide opportunities for more MSMEs to go digital and offer contactless card payments and is in line with our strategy to expand MyDebit’s acceptance at Retail and F&B segments,” said Peter Schiesser, Group Chief Executive Officer of PayNet.

He added that TOP could potentially benefit over 25,000 micro, small and medium enterprises in the country, many of whom have yet to be fully digitalized.

RMS VT is among the first payment platforms in Malaysia that are operable on Android NFC smartphones with mobile data or Wi-Fi connections. The lightweight app can accept various payment options, including online banking, popular local and cross-border e-wallets, and now, MyDebit.

The RMS VT app is a very cost-effective payment platform for merchants as it costs a fraction of the traditional cost required to acquire a conventional payment terminal. With its low cost, RMS VT aims to ease digitization among non-urban merchants by relieving them of the usual costs to obtain payment terminals, including deposits, rental, and maintenance fees.

The on-boarding process is fully digitalized, and once registered, merchants can download the Virtual Terminal app to activate their account. Post activation, merchants may start transacting, as deployment is immediate upon application approval.


Mark Your Date – realme Gt Neo2 And realme Pad To Be Launched This 3rd November

Following realme’s goal to provide users with high-quality cutting-edge technology devices at an accessible price, realme is thrilled to announce both realme GT Neo2 and realme Pad will be available in Malaysia on the 3rd of November 2021.

realme GT Neo2 is the first to use Diamond Thermal Gel as a layer of heat dissipation alongside 8 layers of the cooling system, achieving a faster cooling effect at the same time making it the best flagship for gaming. The GT Neo2 also features a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor and 120Hz E4 AMOLED Display.

It comes in 3 different colour options known as Neo Black, Neo Blue and Neo Green. Users will be more inclined to be attracted to the Neo Green variant as it has gorgeous race car style theme. The sleek colour matches the overall phone design with a new camera bump setup.

With focus on gaming in mind, realme is pushing the GT Neo2 towards mobile gamers with the powerful Snapdragon 870 5G and a basic starting point of 128GB storage and 8GB of RAM. Users can opt to get the higher spec version that goes up to 12GB of RAM for better and stable performance.

As for the ultra-slim realme Pad features a full-screen 10.4-inch WUXGA+ (Widescreen Ultra eXtended Graphics Array Plus) display with Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers. Say
Hello!
 to the tablet with an immersive viewing experience and amazing sound quality suitable for work, study or entertainment.

The realme Pad should entice users who are looking for a workable tablet that can fit in a tote bag or a slim sling bag. The large screen will be great for work and entertainment, but it can be suitable for children to use for online classes. Many parents are turning to tablets since the pandemic started where online classes are a norm. And tablet sales has gone up because of that.

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As for the realme Pad specifications, it came with a modest MediaTek Helio G80 chipset with a 3GB of RAM as the starting base, up to 6GB on the highest spec. MediaTek Helio G80 SoC is well known on some entry level gaming phones with performances that are both stable and smooth. So users should be happy to know that they are in good hands.

Do follow realme Malaysia’s official
Facebook page
 and Instagram at @
realmemalaysia
 so you won’t miss out any news about the realme GT Neo2 and realme Pad in Malaysia.

#realmeGTNEO2
#EverythingInNEO
#realmePad


realme Malaysia Offering Up to 65% Off For a Wide Variety of Perfect Deals For This 10.10

In conjunction with the upcoming Perfect 10.10 Deals, realme Malaysia will be offering up to 65% off for realme smartphones and AIoT devices on both Lazada and Shopee. realme fans can now get their hands on the realme Beard Trimmer, realme Book i3 8+256, it’s latest realme Band 2 and other devices at prices as low as RM49.

Attractive Deals

realme Malaysia is also providing the realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker for only RM49 at both Lazada and Shopee’s realme Official Store. The realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker is light and portable making it easy to bring anywhere, grab now during this 10.10 deal.

Value-worth Gifts

For realme fans who purchase the realme N1 Sonic Electric Toothbrush through realme’s Official Store on Shopee could enjoy a complimentary unit of N1 toothbrush head. Experience a better cleaning with 3 cleaning modes.

From the 10th to the 12th of October, all Malaysian fans can take advantage of these fantastic deals. Here’s a list of exciting deals available for Malaysians on this Perfect 10.10 Deals:

No
Products
RRP (RM)
10.10 Price (RM)
Lazada 10.10 Deals
1
realme Buds Q2
129
79
2
realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker
79
49
3
realme Band 2
169
139
4
realme Watch 2
229
149
5
realme Beard Trimmer
129
79
Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival
6
realme Buds Q2
129
79
7
realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker
79
49
8
realme N1 Sonic Electric toothbrush
– Free N1 toothbrush head
99
79
9
realme Watch 2
229
149
10
realme Book i3 8+256
2,999
2,499

To find out more about realme’s further promotions, please visit
realme Malaysia’s Lazada Flagship Store
 and
realme Official Store on Shopee
.

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realme UI 3.0 Officially Released Based on Android 12

Yesterday, realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, officially released its latest smartphone operating system,
realme UI 3.0
. realme brings many new features of Android 12 and continues the product concept of Seamless Fun, with upgrades in design, fluidity, personalization, privacy, and functionality. It provides a brand-new experience for realme users.

Fluid Space Design

In realme UI 3.0, the design is more expressive, the layout is more organized, and the overall UI experience is more fluid.

First, the icons are completely refreshed with a new 3D icon design. The outlining adds weight, and a semitransparent method is used to give it a younger feel. The entire icon design becomes more vibrant and three-dimensional once these elements are adjusted. In comparison to UI 2.0, a wider range of colors is added to fit the diverse personalities of young people better.

Not only that, realme UI 3.0 chooses a layout that gives a spatial sense throughout to lower information density by leaving white space. In addition, the title size, symbol and text contrast have been enhanced to give users a sense of importance and concentration concerning the information they receive. This results in giving the users a more pleasant visual experience.

Personalization

realme UI has always allowed the users to present themselves with a great deal of personalization. Icons, backgrounds, fonts, and other elements may all be customized to suit users’ preferences. Now, realme UI 3.0 supports global theme color customization. Users can select any of their favorite hues as the theme color. Further, the AOD is upgraded as well. Users can upload a photo of their choices and enjoy a unique AOD design. Meanwhile, realme UI 3.0 also launched an AOD of our realme mascot, realmeow. Just choose the one that appeals to you the most and enjoy your all-new AOD style!

realme UI 3.0 also supports various Omojis, like ghosts, food, objects from everyday life, and simply everything you can think of. The realme UI 3.0 has some new dynamic wallpapers for selected devices, so realme users can have a taste of the new visual experience.

Fluidity and Functionality

According to realme’s research, the majority of users have been really pleased with the fluid experience of realme UI 2.0. And this has been further improved in realme UI 3.0.

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The AI smooth engine is being introduced in realme UI 3.0, which adds all-around smoothness and reduces power consumption in the underlying logic. The total rate of memory usage has been enhanced, memory fragmentation has been minimized, and different programs are intelligently launched thanks to AI memory compression and unified resource scheduling. This decreases memory usage by 30%, improves overall app launching performance by 10%, and increases battery life by 12%.

At the same time, the animations are better optimized. The AI animation engine determines the dynamic change of damping to constrain the movement and curvature of the objects. The effect follows the gesture more “comfortably”. And thus, it becomes more fluid.

Floating Window 2.0 is also introduced to realme UI 3.0. Users may control floating windows as they like, making the windows even more practical and convenient in a variety of communication and usage scenarios.

Privacy

realme UI 3.0 also updates its privacy functions to assure that users’ personal data and information are safer than ever before.

realme UI 3.0 has a new subtitle stitching feature that allows you to share your favorite pictures or videos privately. To safely share life’s moments, users are able to delete the photo’s location information and photographic data, including the time stamp, camera model, and settings. More limitations to app permissions are also added in realme UI 3.0. In the case of location data, for example, non-specific locations are utilized to safeguard location privacy.

Furthermore, pictorial representations allow consumers to notice apps’ privacy activities.  You can see the use of application permission in graphics, a list of apps permission, and detailed information about the use of specific applications, allowing users to master privacy use in all aspects.

Upgrade Roadmap

realme UI 3.0 is currently being adapted for each model. realme will gradually open up the trial for each model, so stay tuned to the official realme account and the official community.

Estimated Date
realme Models to be upgraded
October 2021
realme GT
December 2021
realme X7 Max
realme GT Master Edition
realme 8 Pro
realme GT Neo2 5G
Q1 2022
realme X50 Pro 5G
realme 7 Pro
realme X7 Pro
realme 8 4G
realme Narzo 30
realme C25
realme C25s
realme narzo 50A
realme 8i
Q2 2022
realme X7
realme X3
realme X3 SuperZoom
realme 8 5G
realme 8s
realme 7 5G
realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G
realme Narzo 30 5G

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


Immerse in a Rich Viewing Experience that Lasts All Day with the New Samsung Galaxy M22

The latest smartphone in the M series to get a 90Hz refresh rate, on top of an impressive 6.4-inch Infinity-U Display, a versatile 48MP quad-camera and a large 5,000mAh battery

Samsung Malaysia Electronics today launched the New Galaxy M22, the latest addition to Samsung’s popular mid-range smartphone portfolio that is superior in quality and performance that suits your everyday life. This phone features a 6.4-inch HD+ Super AMOLED display with smooth 90Hz refresh rates, a 48MP quad-camera and a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging, the new Galaxy M22 delivers continuous connectivity, exceptional camera capabilities and an immersive viewing experience.

“With the Galaxy M22, Samsung continues to re-invent mid-range smartphones that balance power and value for consumers. Packing an array of features and capabilities in the palms of users, the Galaxy M22 helps users to stay connected, capture memorable moments and remain on top of their tasks for work, play and everything in between, to make the most of their every day,” said Edward Han, president of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Enjoy vivid and lively visuals for your favorite content

Besides the stunning 6.4-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U Display on the Galaxy M22 to for crisp visuals, Samsung has introduced a 90Hz refresh rate for users to enjoy smoother scrolling when it comes to enjoying entertainment, browsing and multi-tasking on their smartphone. An upgrade from its predecessor with a 60Hz refresh rate, the Galaxy M22 also has a brightness level of up to 600 nits in High Brightness Mode that stays clear even under glaring sunlight.

Capture memorable moments with the versatile quad camera

The Galaxy M22 features a versatile quad camera to snap images of the moments that matter most.

Use the 48MP main camera to take clear and bright images, even from far, throughout the day. The 8MP Ultra Wide Camera lets the user take in even more of the landscape with a 123° angle of view, and the 2MP Depth Camera allows the subject to stand out against the soft blur of the background. For close-up shots, use the Macro Camera to capture details in spectacular clarity, while the 13MP front camera snaps beautiful images that puts you in the spotlight.

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In addition, the Galaxy M22 comes with other camera modes like the AR Function for users to add more fun to their pictures, and the Night Mode to capture vivid photos in low lighting.

Power that lasts through the day

Ideal for users who need a smartphone capable of high performance with constant usage, the Galaxy M22 features a powerful octa-core Helio G80 processor with up to 6GB of RAM that runs smoothly no matter which app is in use. For smartphone power users such as content creators, Samsung has expanded the storage up to 128GB for the new Galaxy M22, which also allows for extended memory of up to 1TB via an external memory card.

The large 5,000 mAh battery on the Galaxy M22 supports hours of entertainment and usage. In addition, with 25W Super Fast Charging, users can power through the day without a long recharge downtime.

Performance secured with Samsung Knox

Offering multi-layered security against threats, Samsung Knox protects the Galaxy M22 right of the box. It supports the latest Android 11 and One UI for a focused and seamless user experience to get more done with content and features easily accessible.

Color options, price and launch date

The new Galaxy M22 is available in two colour offerings: Black and Light Blue, in a sleek design with soft curves that makes it both eye-catching and comfortable to hold.

The new Galaxy M22 will be sold on Samsung Online Store from 5
th
 October 2021* with Recommended Retail Price of RM899. In conjunction with Shopee 10.10 campaign, new owners can enjoy RM120 off when you shop for Galaxy M22 on Shopee at only RM779 from 3
rd
 to 10
th
 October 2021.

To purchase your new Galaxy M22, do visit
https://samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-m/galaxy-m22-black-128gb-sm-m225fzkhxme

and
https://samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-m/galaxy-m22-blue-128gb-sm-m225flbhxme
 on Samsung Online Store or
https://shopee.com.my/product/131102790/11433412764
 on Shopee.

*Samsung online store page will go live on 5
th
 October 2021


Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Preview – The Best Mid Range 5G Contender?

The race to 5G is ongoing. This time, the mid-range devices are quickly making the shift to include 5G in their network connectivity offerings. Having a 5G ready and enabled smartphone is considered as future proofing your device. But will it be worth it here in Malaysia? As we all know, 5G in Malaysia is still under R&D (for the longest time) and we still have to wait for the deployment God knows when.

But having said that, it is a good idea to have your smartphone be ready for the future. And this time, Samsung have released their new mid-range A series with 5G ready to go.

I welcome this new Samsung Galaxy A52s with wide open arms. It is a network improvement from the previous Galaxy A52 that was launched earlier this year with a new chipset to blast past through its competitors. The new 5G enabled chipset is a Snapdragon 778G with 6nm processing and it is comparable to the flagship Snapdragon 888 SoC. And I can vouch for the performance of this chipset because I am pretty much impressed by it.

The Galaxy A52s also comes with a beautiful 120Hz refresh rate screen on a gorgeous Super AMOLED display that goes up to 800 nits brightness. The display isn’t that large (by today’s standards) at 6.5” with 2400 x 1080 screen resolution. The smoothness of the 120Hz refresh rate is simply mesmerizing to look at. And for a phone at this price point, that is well worth it.

The unit that I received for this review is known as Awesome White. There are three other colour variations that’s available such as Awesome Black, Awesome Purple and Awesome Mint.

What I really liked about this new Samsung Galaxy A52s is that it’s great for entertainment and gaming, all thanks to the stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. I have tried and used this Galaxy A52s for gaming, namely PUBG Mobile. I was amazed by the performance and rendering quality. But more on that in my upcoming full review. The large 4500mAh battery also helps with gaming hours and movie binging.

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As for the camera department, the Galaxy A52s comes with a 4 camera setup at the back in an exact same layout as the predecessor, the Galaxy A52. And I can say that it has the same camera modules as A52 as well but with a different post-processing algorithm due to a different chipset. The same goes with the front punch hole selfie camera. I will elaborate more in my full review.

At the moment, I am loving the new Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G to bits. The fluidity of the display refresh rate is really smooth, just like the ones on Samsung’s flagship series. And you will get that smoothness and great performance at a mid-range price.

Will the Samsung Galaxy A52s be the best 5G contender at the moment? There are tons of other 5G mid-range devices coming out right now and they are blasting away with similar specifications and trying to push on their own novelty functions to outperform each other. I see the Galaxy A52s as an all-rounder device. But will that be enough?

Be sure to check out my full review of the new Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G in about a week or so from now.


Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Review – An Upgrade That Sounds Right

During the launch of the flagships Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 recently, Samsung also released the new Galaxy Buds version, which is the Galaxy Buds2. The Galaxy Buds2 has a simpler design, yet it is an upgrade from the Buds+, in my opinion. I can’t really say it is an improvement from the Buds Pro, but it is definitely a successor to the Buds+.

I have a pair of Galaxy Buds Pro that I use all the time. But after using the new Galaxy Buds2 for a few days, I dare to say that Samsung has made an improvement in upgrading their entry level True Wireless Stereo (TWS).

Galaxy Buds2 TWS

The Galaxy Buds2 came with a pebble style white case, to which I found out that ALL Buds2 colour variants also came with a white case. The differences can only be seen once you open the case that reveals the respective colour options. The Galaxy Buds2 comes in 4 colours – Lavender, Olive, White, and Graphite. The one that I received for review is Lavender.

The soft toned Lavender colour is pleasant to the eyes but it can be rather obvious when you have it stuck in your ears. It is a little bit difficult for me to match with my attires as I don’t have anything Lavender or purple but whatever it is, black always goes with anything. So I just stick to wearing black.

The case can be a little fragile. It opens up with a snap at full position and it will snap back when you close it. If you drop the case, you may cause the case to open and fling the buds across the room. It won’t be nice to lose both the buds but it will be more irritating if you lose one of them. But the buds are magnetized to stick onto the metal charging pins inside the case. But just be careful when you handle the Galaxy Buds2 case.

Samsung said that this new Galaxy Buds2 is their lightest TWS yet, but on paper it says it weighs just 1 gram lighter than the Buds+. Nevertheless, it is the lightest TWS by Samsung at this moment. I can actually feel the lightness when I have it in my ears, so I can vouch for that.

Active Noise Cancellation

The Galaxy Buds2 adopts the same Active Noise Cancellation feature from the Buds Pro, which is a big plus for me as I love listening to my tunes without any ambient noise. I absolutely love the ANC from the Pro version, and I’m happy to say that I am amazed by the Buds2 ANC as well.

Turning on the ANC will cancel out the ambient noise, turning it off will set it to normal. But you can also turn on the ambient mode so that you can hear the outside noise. This is great when you’re walking on the streets so you can hear any incoming traffic or while you’re with your friends so you can still have a conversation with them. I have the ambient mode turned on while listening to music at the office.

The ambient mode is useful when you’re in a video conference where you have your colleagues sitting next to you while you’re talking to another person on the other side of the World. You can hear both sides clearly when you have the ambient mode on. I also use this function while driving on the road whenever I want to listen to better music quality. With this, I don’t need to upgrade my car stereo system.

Audio & Usage

For audio quality, I am pleased with what the new Galaxy Buds2 can produce. With the ANC turned on and volume up to 90%, the sound quality is on par with the Buds Pro, only to miss on the bass side a little bit. The bass is not as solid as the Buds Pro but I can still appreciate the overall audio quality.

The treble or high notes are crystal clear. I usually set the EQ on the Samsung Wearable app to “Dynamic”, which I think is just right for my taste. You can also customize the EQ to your liking whether to have more bass or clearer on the vocals. But dynamic works great for me.

As for entertainment such as gaming, the latency for the Galaxy Buds2 is said to be twice as low than the Galaxy Buds+. This is a huge plus point for me as I play games a lot on my phone, especially PUBG Mobile. I’ve already tried playing the game on my Z Flip3 and paired with the Buds2. The sound is amazing and the latency is really, really low. It is so much fun playing games with the Galaxy Buds2.

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And while gaming, I do need it to run as long as possible so battery life is important. Each of the buds comes with a 61mAh battery while the case has a 472mAh battery built in. The case can be charged with a USB type-C cable or with a compatible Qi wireless charging pad.

The Buds2 can last about 5 hours on a single charge when you have the ANC turned on while it can go up to 8 hours when you turn the ANC off. Also to note, you can get an extra hour of use with only 5 minute of charge on the Buds2 case. And to charge up the case to 100% takes about 40 minutes.

If you prefer movies or Netflix as your main entertainment, the Galaxy Buds2 does not disappoint. As it is tuned by AKG, you can be sure to experience rich stereo surround sound when you watch your favourite movies or watch a live concert. It will make you feel as though you’re just in-front of the stage.

I used the Galaxy Buds2 to watch the best moment in Avengers: Endgame, which is the final battle scene. Those who’ve watched it know it is the most epic scene ever and you will want to have the best video and audio quality in order to immerse yourself in the scene. The overall sound quality, every tiny sound in the corner or in-your-face explosion sound is fantastic, which to me is really, really good. And make sure you have the Dolby Atmos mode turned on. It will be totally worth it.

The Galaxy Buds2 also supports gesture controls. Touching and holding the buds on either side can be programmed on the app, a single tap will Play/Pause the music, two taps will move forward to the next song and tapping three times will play the previous song. The gesture controls are made easy for anyone to use.

The one and only downside with the Galaxy Buds2 is the IPX2 rating. You can wear the buds while you’re out jogging or running but when it rains, you will have to take it off and keep it somewhere dry. It won’t be able to survive direct water splashes, let alone a drop in the pool. But when you’re sweating while exercising, it’s totally fine.

Conclusion

Since I’ve used the Galaxy Buds2 for a few days replacing my Buds Pro, I have no complaints when it comes to audio quality and connectivity. The seamless fast connection is so reliable that I only have to open the case and it connects to my phone almost immediately. I love the low latency with the Buds2 especially while gaming and the battery endurance is really good.

Comparing the size and design between Buds2 and the Buds Pro
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Comfort level to me is slightly better than the Buds Pro and way better than the Bud+. It does feel lighter in my ears, so it doesn’t make me feel like I have something huge stuck in my ear all the time. The Buds+ feels bulky due to the wing tip that is attached to it. But it feels pleasant with the Buds2.

Galaxy Wearable app

Those who are looking into getting your first quality TWS, I do recommend this new Galaxy Buds2 as it works great with any devices. Just install the Galaxy Wearable app and you’re good to go. I have tested it on other brand phones and it worked just as great. But of course, it worked seamlessly with any Galaxy phones especially when taking advantage of the low latency connectivity and the Dolby Atmos surround audio.

The price is reasonable for an entry level high quality TWS and I guarantee that you will be pleased with it. You have 4 colour options to choose from and each colour is unique to you. The new
Galaxy Buds2 is available now
 at Samsung’s official website for
RM499.00
.

More photos courtesy of Samsung Malaysia


Samsung Malaysia Electronics Partners with Segaris Art Center to Revolutionise Malaysia’s Art Scene

Samsung Malaysia Electronics and the Segaris Art Center is proud to announce their collaboration, in conjunction with the gallery’s 10
th
 anniversary celebration, to celebrate the work of local artists and talents in the country.

To mark the grand occasion, Segaris Art Center recently hosted the opening ceremony of its 10
th
 Anniversary Show at Whitebox in Publika, with 106 artworks from 100 Malaysian artists including Juhari Said, Rafiee Ghani, Agnes Lau; Ain Rahman; Jalaini Abu Hassan; and Dato’ Tajuddin Ismail. The exhibition will run until 17
th
 October 2021 and is open to visitors every day from 11am to 6pm.

Through the first-of-its kind artist collaboration with Samsung, 10 paintings from the gallery’s collection have been selected to be featured on Samsung’s digital Art Store from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022. These includes work by artists including Faizal Suhif, Awang Damit Ahmad, Alicia Lau which are made available exclusively to The Frame lifestyle TV users in Malaysia.

The
Art Store
 is an art platform exclusive to Samsung’s Lifestyle TV ‘The Frame’, holding over 1,600 art pieces for consumers to choose from, based on their preferred interior style. As an innovative art platform, The Frame can be seen at the exhibition to showcase contemporary multimedia artwork from artists like Haris Abadi and Shahrul Hisham.

Highlights from the Segaris Art Center 10th Anniversary Show opening ceremony:

Segaris and partners pictured at the
pulut kuning
 cutting ceremony to officiate the 10
th
 Anniversary Show. From left,

Faridah Mohammed Hashim, Head of Group Branding and Communications, CIMB Group
Dato’ Sri Dr Haji Irmohizam Haji Ibrahim, UiTM Board Member
Suffian Abdullah, Chief Executive Office, UEM Sunrise
Muhammad Mubarak Ishak, Acting Group CEO, UiTM Holdings
Mohd Nizam Rahmat, Chief Executive Office, Segaris Art Center
Jimmy Tan, Head of Consumer Electronics, Samsung Malaysia Electronics
Calvert Yap, Head of TV & Audio Visual, Samsung Malaysia Electronics
Izan Satrina Mohd Sallehuddin, Chief Executive Office, CENDANA

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(l-r) Mohd Nizam Rahmat, Segaris Art Center’s Chief Executive Officer handing a token of appreciation to Calvert Yap, Head of TV & Audio Visual, Samsung Malaysia Electronics

Visitors admiring multimedia artwork by Haris Abadi on Samsung’s The Frame 43’’ TV


Samsung Week Is Here with the Crazy Deals up to 75% off

Samsung Week is the biggest promotional event in celebration of Samsung’s 52
nd
 Anniversary to thank all of our fans and customers. With that, Samsung celebrates with a variety of irresistible offers at Samsung Online Store. If you’ve been eyeing and adding Samsung products to your cart, now is the time to check out.

From
25 October to 7 November 2021
, customers can enjoy weekly exclusive deals up to 75% off on selected products at Samsung Online Store.

Below are some amazing offers available:

Product
Discount
Promo Price
RRP
Galaxy S21 5G (128GB)
RM500 off
RM2,999
RM3,499
Galaxy S21 5G (256GB)
RM500 off
RM3,199
RM3,699
Galaxy S21+ (128GB)
RM500 off
RM3.499
RM3,999
Galaxy S21 5G (256GB)
RM500 off
RM3,799
RM4,299
Galaxy S21 Ultra (128GB)
RM500 off
RM4,499
RM4,999
Galaxy S21 Ultra (256GB)
RM500 off
RM4,799
RM5,299
Galaxy S21 Ultra (512GB)
RM500 off
RM5,399
RM5,899
Buds Cases
75% off
1 for RM40,
2 for RM50
RM198
2 x UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging
67% off
RM 199
RM598
15W Wireless Battery Pack 10,000mAh
50% off
RM 139
RM279
27” M5 Smart Monitor
Free Samsung Smart
Keyboard Trio 500
RM1,288
RM1,288
65” QN800A NEO QLED 8K Smart TV (2021)
15% off + free installation and
RM200 trade in rebate
RM16,099
RM18,999
Front Load Washer with AI Ecobubble
TM
, 8.5KG
24% off
RM1,899
RM2,499
Lifestyle Soundbar (2021)
29% off
RM999
RM1,399

To see what other deals are available, do visit
Samsung Online Store
.

Not forgetting Samsung’s latest products, such as the
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
 will be featured during the Samsung Week. With limited time left until
31October 2021
, purchase the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G to receive a RM350 e-voucher and a one year plan of Samsung Care+ worth RM699. Purchase the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G to receive a RM500 e-voucher and a one year plan of Samsung Care+ worth RM799.

Samsung Members will also receive a
Car Charger worth RM59
 with any mobile device purchased from the Samsung Online Store during Samsung Week. So, don’t miss out on these awesome deals and stay tuned to enjoy everything Samsung Week has to offer while it lasts!

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Second Screen, Second World with the Tab S7 FE

When deciding on a tablet, it is important to find a device that strikes the perfect balance between great features while remaining at an affordable price. The Tab S7 FE gives you this option, from its expansive screen and dual speakers to a lightning fast processor and large storage, you can level up on your experiences and reach your goals within your financial means.

Large, Vibrant Display

You can sit back and enjoy your favourite shows and games with the tab’s large, immersive 12.4-inch display and slim bezel at 8.9mm which allows you take in the vibrant colours and details. In addition, you can enjoy a cinematic viewing experience in 16:10 screen ratio. The enhanced screen visibility of this fan favourite has maximized brightness, with up to 500 nit for indoor compared to 600 nit for outdoor.

Second Screen for Your PC/Laptop

With Second screen, your Galaxy Tab S7 FE can easily transform into an additional display alongside your laptop or PC so you are offered more perspectives on entertainment and work. With the possibility of mirroring or extending your laptop or PC’s display, you can get more done throughout your day.

Stay Connected Clearly

The Tab S7 FE allows you to stay connected with its camera and speakers that are optimised for video calls. The front camera in landscape mode puts you in centre stage so you stay in frame during your video calls. In addition, the tab’s three microphones also reduce surrounding noise by 50%, so you will sound clear on video calls.

The Galaxy Tab S7 FE (4+64GB) is available for purchase at the recommended retail price of RM1,899, whereas the (6+128GB) version is retailing at the recommended retail price of RM2,199. With Samsung’s trade-in programme, customers can hand in up to five (5) old devices to get a discount off the Galaxy Tab S7 FE. See
https://shop.samsung.com/my/trade-in/
 for more information.

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From now until 31 October 2021, customers will receive FREE gift(s) when they purchase a Galaxy Tab S7 FE. For the Galaxy Tab S7 FE (4+64GB), customers will take home a free gift – one(1) Book Cover. For the Galaxy Tab S7 FE (6+128GB), customers will get two gifts – a Book Cover and a Smart Keyboard Trio 500.

Learn more of our newest addition here:
https://www.samsung.com/my/tablets/galaxy-tab-s/galaxy-tab-s7-fe-black-128gb-sm-t733nzkexme/


Shopee 11.11 Big Sale Returns, Set To Connect More Malaysians And Businesses

Shopee 11.11 Big Sale returns with a greater selection of deals, fun and entertainment from now till 11 November.

With discounts up to 95%, free shipping with no minimum spend as well as RM1 deals, the e-commerce platform’s largest shopping festival is set to host millions of Malaysians in search of  the best deals and savings, and connect them to hundreds of thousands of brands and sellers from across 25 product categories.

The festival takes it up a notch with its biggest giveaway yet – a condominium unit worth over RM500,000  at  the  multi  award-winning  SkyMeridien  Residences  @  Sentul  East.  This  is  in collaboration with property developer SkyWorld Development Group, where shoppers just need to play Tap & Win A Condo and collect golden tickets on Shopee to stand a chance of winning.

More than that, the 11.11 Big Sale, with its scale, is also set to attract more ﬁrst-time online shoppers. This follows the 9.9 Super Shopping Day where, across the region, 1 in 3 shoppers were new to Shopee due to the attractive deals, savings, wide offerings, entertainment and more.  With  more  people  shopping  online,  this  will  further  fuel  businesses, especially local MSMEs, to accelerate their digital growth.

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1.  The biggest deals, fun and rewards on Shopee this 11.11 Big Sale

Jackie Chan returns to Shopee
: After the viral success of his 9.9 commercial that was watched

435  million  times  online  across  the  region,  international  superstar  Jackie  Chan  returns  to Shopee with a brand-new commercial, harking back to his action movie fame for 11.11 Big Sale.

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: With everything big, there is no holding back on the number of Shopee Coins to give away. From playing Shopee Prizes and claiming 111% Coins Cashback Vouchers to topping up the ShopeePay mobile wallet, users will be eligible to receive from a pool of over 40 million Shopee coins.

Spin & Win a BMW
218i Grand Coupé M Sport
: It is all about rewarding shoppers with the best giveaways at this 11.11 Big Sale. Shopee will be giving away a BMW to one lucky winner when they play the Spin & Win game to qualify. All one needs to do is spin, not drift.

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More savings for new users with eDuit:
11.11 Big Sale will also help ﬁrst-time online shoppers save more on their needs. First time Shopee users will receive RM100 when they activate their ShopeePay, and will be entitled to RM25 ShopeePay credit if they successfully activate their mobile wallet premium account. They will also receive RM60 worth of ShopeePay Vouchers, and a RM15 Welcome Voucher applicable for their ﬁrst purchase on Shopee.

Catch top Malaysian stars at the 11.11 TV Show:
Tune in to TV3 and Shopee Live from 9PM till 11PM on 11 November to watch “Shopee 11.11 Pentas Hebat” TV Show. Catch grand performances from Malaysia’s sweetheart Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Alif Satar and the Locos, Naim Daniel, KClique, and more. Play games including Shopee Shake Battle Mode for a chance to win up to 11,000,000 Shopee Coins, Sony PS5 & Roborock S7 vacuum as Shopee ﬁres up the ﬁnal hours of the shopping festival.

2.  Connecting more offline merchants to online-first customers

RM11 cashback with ShopeePay Vouchers:
As Malaysia reopens its economic activities in full swing, oﬄine merchants such as FamilyMart, Bawangchaji, Salad Atelier, KK Mart, Health Lane Pharmacy and more are offering a whopping RM11 cashback when users purchase 1 sen ShopeePay Vouchers and pay with ShopeePay at their oﬄine stores. Just check Deals Near Me for the cashback vouchers.

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Marrybrown, Pasta Panas, Sushi King, Starbucks, Gigi Coffee, Boost Juice, Wall’s Ice-cream, Esquire Kitchen, Chatime, Kedai Ayamas and more are joining the ShopeeFood family this 11.11, offering users a wider selection of food and beverages. Not only that, users get to enjoy free delivery and up to RM11 off vouchers when they order from ShopeeFood.

3.  Big support for all businesses, to spark the Malaysian economy

#ShopeeSapotLokal
: Take the opportunity to show support towards local businesses by visiting the Shop Malaysia in-app portal. Find sellers from across Malaysia as they offer attractive deals for their local products and services. This includes the
Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia! Experience Malaysia Like Never Before
with Tourism Malaysia, Tourism Associations and the Malaysian Association of Hotels
.
From 1 November onwards, holidaygoers can claim discount vouchers of RM100 off with a minimum spend of RM150 on exciting travel packages. This is on top of the RM100 rebate vouchers for 4- and 5-star hotels, and RM50 rebate vouchers for 3-star and below hotels.

To check out Shopee’s 11.11 Big Sale, visit
https://shopee.com.my/m/11-11
 Terms and conditions apply.


SK Magic Latest Air Purifier That Frees Malaysian Homes From 99.99% Covid-19 Virus

In its continuous bid to protect Malaysians from Covid-19, leading home appliance company from South Korea, SK magic, recently announced the launch of its new air purifier, the All Clean Virus Fit.

Adding to its range of technologically advanced products, this latest innovation by SK magic is recognised as a health equipment and medical device by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) that could eliminate 99.99% of Covid-19 viruses including the Delta variant and common indoor air pollutants such as bacteria, virus, mould and dust which all lead to health problems.

As Malaysians prepare for the endemic, safety and hygiene measures continue to be a priority. We are also more informed now and we know our immune system is crucial in the battle against Covid-19. In addition to sanitising, wearing masks and social distancing when in public spaces, indoor precautions such as the air quality in our homes also need to be observed. Therefore, it is more important now than ever that Malaysians consciously choose to ensure that the air we breathe at home is fresh and clean.

“At SK magic, we are constantly challenging ourselves in finding innovative solutions to inspire and encourage Malaysians to live a healthy and quality lifestyle through our products.  Since the pandemic, we have actively been creating awareness on the importance of clean water and air intake, and through our
SKmagicCares
 CSRprogramme, we have also equipped CVCs, hospitals and malls with our air and water purifiers to ensure that Malaysians have access to clean air and water when they are out in public.

In working towards that goal, we are proud to introduce the All Clean Virus Fit air purifier to further free Malaysian homes from the Covid-19 virus including the Delta variant. As with all our products, All Clean Virus Fit is equipped with the most advance technology and sophisticated design while priced affordably to ensure that the needs and priority of our customers are addressed,” said Kim Kyung Won, Managing Director of SK magic Malaysia.

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SK magic’s All Clean Virus Fit not only purifies indoor air from common harmful pollutants, more importantly, its proven UV Arc Core sterilising functions and 8-step filtration system that incorporates a revolutionary Copper Fiber Ultrafine Dust Filter are able to eliminate 99.99% of Covid-19 viruses including the Delta variant, Human Coronavirus and H1N1 viruses. To ensure comprehensive coverage, All Clean Virus Fit also comes with the smart 360° All Directional Air Suction feature.

Additionally, in considering the importance of social distancing measures, SK magic adopted a contactless service option for customers by innovating the product to allow for remote maintenance. The All Clean Virus Fit is easily detachable with washable vent and fan which is easy and convenient for users to clean and maintain.

The All Clean Virus Fit air purifier is recognised as a health equipment and medical device by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). This technology is effective for users who have respiratory problems or allergies to help them breathe better indoors and improve the general health as well as livelihoods of users.

The All Clean air purifier will be available for rent at an introductory price of just RM79/month while the All Clean Virus Fit air purifier will be available for as low as RM99/month starting from the 1st of October 2021.

For more information, please visit SK magic Malaysia’s official website at
https://www.skmagic.com.my
 or Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/myskmagic
.


Small, Bit-and-Piece Cyber Attacks increase 233% in 2021, According to Nexusguard

Attackers rely on small-sized patterns to avoid detection, as predicted by Nexusguard researchers

Small bit-and-piece DDoS attacks (distributed denial of service) boomed by 233% in the first half of 2021, revealed
Nexusguard
 researchers in the
Threat Report FHY 2021
. As the pandemic carried on into 2021, hackers experimented with new attack patterns to avoid signature-based detection.

In the first half of 2021, more than 99% of all DDoS attacks were smaller than 10Gbps, as Nexusguard had predicted in 2020. These small, nimble attacks can cripple communications service providers (CSPs) and Internet service providers (ISPs) if they leave detection to threshold or signature-based methods alone.

Attackers are continuing to diversify their approaches with bit-and-piece attacks to bring down target networks and infrastructures. More than 95% of attacks were smaller than 1Gbps each, of which Nexusguard analysts believe a majority were launched using readily available and inexpensive DDoS-for-hire services.

Rather than launching large bandwidth attacks against their targets, researchers noted that perpetrators chose to employ attacks using high packet-rate loads of small-sized traffic from DDoS-for-hire services, with the aim of evading DDoS mitigation detection systems.

“The high level of intricacies behind communications service provider networks causes them to generally allow all types of traffic to pass through, which leads to smaller or spoofed types of attacks to strike undetected,” said Juniman Kasman, chief technology officer of Nexusguard.

“Behavioral detection and mitigation approaches are strongly recommended for targeted networks since they can compare peacetime with battles and take a wider range of factors into consideration than anomalous thresholds or attack signatures.”

Traffic spoofing and UDP-style attacks were popular in the first half of the year, with an 84% increase in UDP attacks compared to the previous six months. Nexusguard observed several types of UDP attacks in use, one of which can cause
“Black Storm” attacks
theorized
 in recent research.

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Nexusguard researchers witnessed several service providers bear the brunt of DDoS attacks, including  China Telecom, China Unicom, Vodafone Türkiye, Türk Telekom, Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.S. receiving the highest concentrations of malicious traffic.

Nexusguard advises CSPs to use deep learning-based detection methods, which can help CSPs analyze huge amounts of data quickly and accurately while overcoming the inefficiencies inherent in threshold or signature-based methods.

Nexusguard’s
TAP100 Program
 helps CSPs quickly launch anti-DDoS capabilities to protect customers. The TAP100 Program removes the hardware barriers associated with typical anti-DDoS service ramp-up, allowing CSP product teams and C-suites to capture new revenue opportunities and ensure superior customer service.

Read
Nexusguard’s Threat Report FHY 2021
 for more mitigation details based on data gathered from CSPs, honeypots, botnet scanning and research on traffic moving between attackers and their targets.


AKG Games Officially Becomes SQUARE ENIX’s Promotion Partner for Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe

AKG Games, an Indonesian-grown leading game publisher is proud is proud to announce its newest partnership with Square Enix Co., Ltd and Akatsuki Inc, in promoting the acclaimed classic JRPG – Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe (SaGa RS) available for Android and iOS Smartphones!

Classic JRPG Rejuvenated –
 Alongside Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, Romancing SaGa stands among the classic next-generation JRPG back in the 90s that became the foundation to many titles of its genres today. SaGa RS takes place in a world trapped in a cycle of destruction – the Rise of Morastrum every 300 years brings ruin and extinguishes life. The Sinistrals and their legions gather – will you stand against them? Experience an epic story with a cast of colorful and extraordinary characters as you assemble a party of heroes!

Free-to-play, NOT pay-to-win!
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Players are demanded to come up with strategy, wits, and planning to win – thanks to a deep character growth system as well as multiple ways to earn loot, you won’t be forced to pay to progress! Collect multiple heroes for multiple roles, customize their skills, and assemble your own unique team of heroes!

Top-Tier Illustration, Pixel Art and Epic Soundtrack –
Indulge your senses with beautiful classic and modern character arts alongside their nostalgic pixel characters in-game meanwhile listening to epic and moving soundtracks by world-renowned composer Kenji Ito a.k.a Itoken which the name resonates with millions of JRPG gamer worldwide since 1990.

“This is one of the most exciting partnerships between AKG Games alongside Akatsuki and Square Enix which could lead to a lot of exciting possibilities across SaGa and SQEX fans across South East Asia.”
 –
Adrian Alpin, General Manager

“
We’re excited that we will be able to spread “SaGa”: to the rest of Asian market in cooperation with our partner, AKG Games. I’m really looking forward to it. For those of you who are new to the SaGa series, I hope you will enjoy this very popular RPG title in Japan.
”
 –
Masanori Ichikawa, SaGa series Producer, Square Enix

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Play Now –
Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe is available to play on Android devices with OS version 4.4 and above as well as Apple devices with iOS 10.0 and above. For more information regarding Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe’s updates, promotions and more, follow our English page at

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