Join Wiko Tiktok Challenge To Win Your Very Own Wiko 10

French smartphone brand, WIKO has recently launched their cinematic WIKO 10 smartphone which features its 6.74-inch Super Big Display, 6GB+128GB storage, 50MP AI triple camera and 5000mAh large battery capacity, priced affordably at only RM699.

In celebration of the launch of this proficient smartphone, WIKO is proud to announce that they will be holding a TikTok challenge for all Malaysian TikTok users from the 21st of October 2022 to the 30th of November 2022 with a total of ten WIKO 10’s up for grabs plus a special cash prize for the grand winner.

“We are delighted to have received such a positive response from WIKO fans all over Malaysia with the launch of our made for an elevated viewing experience smartphone, the WIKO 10. With that we’d like to show some love back to our trendy fans with an exciting TikTok challenge where 10 winners will be able to get their hands on our cool and immersive WIKO 10 device,” said
 Carlson Leong, Deputy Country Director of WIKO Malaysia
.

WIKO 10 TikTok Challenge

The WIKO 10 TikTok Challenge will be held from 21st of October 2022 till the 30th of November 2022 for all TikTok users that reside in Malaysia. Those who join in this challenge stand to win a grand prize of a WIKO 10 smartphone device as well as RM1,000 cash prize, while nine others will stand a chance to win a WIKO 10 device of their own.

All who wish to participate in the WIKO 10 TikTok Challenge are required to: –

Follow WIKO Malaysia (
WikoMalaysiacool
) on TikTok and enable Direct Message
Shoot a video containing any WIKO products (WIKO T10, WIKO T50, WIKO 10) or WIKO Brand logo and hold up a “W” hand pose in the video.
Upload the video to TikTok with the
hashtag #WikoMYwecool
 and ensure that your TikTok profile is set to public.
Share your video to family and friends to gain views on your video.

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The top ten entries with the highest number of views will be chosen as the winners and receive exciting prizes WIKO has prepared. Visit
WIKO 10 TikTok challenge
 for more information on the challenge and the complete terms and conditions.

Here are the information on WIKO 10’s availability nationwide:

Online Sales Platform
Shopee Official Store
Offline Sales Platform
WIKO Authorised Resellers
Colour Options
Klein Blue, Silver, Black
RRP
RM699

Fans can also stay up to date with the latest promotions and phone specifications on WIKO Malaysia’s official
Facebook page
 and their
official website
.


Level Up Your Workout Experience with the Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Ladies and Gents! Get ready to go harder at the gym because the latest and most ‘lit’ Galaxy Buds2 Pro is here to pump up your routine with your favourite beats!

Here’s how the Galaxy Buds2 Pro can bring your workout experience to the next-level:

The Perfect Sound Experience for Workouts

Who doesn’t love listening to amazing music while working out? With the Galaxy Buds2 Pro’s ultimate Hi-Fi audio system, you can discover a whole new world of sound! You’ll get to hear the most satisfying audio quality yet, thanks to 24-bit Hi-Fi processing and coaxial 2-Way speakers, especially while exercising.

By turning on the intelligent ANC (Active Noise Cancellation), your workout sessions will be spicier as it’ll block out external noises and balance the music playing, so you can focus on what matters most in the moment. Trust us, these incredibly advanced audio features will bring you to another level of music sensation while working out!

The Ideal Earbuds for Your Comfort

Worried about your earbuds dropping off while jogging or posing some fitness stunts? Fret not, with the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, that worry will be a thing of the past. Designed ergonomically with a more compact fit (5.5g per bud) and True-Fit sizing for various ear shapes to fit everyone’s ears perfectly, you can enjoy having the earbuds stay snugly in your ears all day, no matter how rigorous your fitness activities become.

Vibe to the Same Workout Music Together In Different Earbuds

Have you ever worked out at the gym with your friends, and low-key wished that you could all jam to the same workout tunes without blasting them out loud through the phone speaker? Well, now with the Music Share feature, you can easily link both yours and your friend’s Galaxy Buds2 Pro to a single Galaxy device and broadcast music to the connected buds at once! Good bye tedious pairing and unpairing Bluetooth processes!

Maintain Your Momentum with Long-Lasting Battery

Blasting your favourite playlist during your workouts will keep your spirits up and help you get through the most challenging parts. With the Galaxy Buds2 Pro’s long-lasting battery life – which lasts up to 18 hours in its cradle and 5 hours long with ANC continuously turned on, you can energize your workout session with top-notch music quality for up to 5 hours, if you’re hard core! Kidding!

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Jokes aside, you won’t have to worry about charging your Galaxy Buds2 Pro frequently because its strong battery life can power through your workouts with you for a long period of time.

Stay Connected Whilst Working Out

Wouldn’t it be great if your earbuds could automatically detect what you’re doing? That’s precisely what the Galaxy Buds2 Pro can do for you! With its intelligent audio feature like Voice Detect (Conversation mode), enhanced Ambient mode and Bixby, your Galaxy Buds2 Pro can follow your voice to provide high resolution sounds quality.

When you need to speak to someone nearby, you won’t have to stop your music or plug out your Galaxy Buds2 pro because the Voice Detect feature will automatically turn on Ambient sound, lower the media volume, and focus the beamforming microphones on the person in front of you!

Besides that, you can easily activate Samsung’s Bixby to perform simple hands-free actions for you such as changing your playlist or activating the ANC back after your in-person conversation by simply saying ‘Hi, Bixby!’ and continuing with further instructions.

Even If Your Sweat Enter Your Earbuds, You Don’t Have To Worry

Sweat isn’t an issue as the new Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro is water resistant with a higher level of IPX 7 compared to previous Samsung earbuds. No matter how much you sweat or even wash your face, there’s no need to worry as your Samsung earbuds will be perfectly safe and fine. You can exercise as long as you want while listening to your favourite Spotify playlist.

The latest Galaxy Buds2 Pro is your perfect companion for your workouts! From super trendy colours like Bora Purple to the classics like White and Graphite, just flex and use them wherever and whenever you like.

So what are you waiting for? Hurry and own one today to enjoy the complementary rewards!

Product
Model
RRP
Colour Availability
Rewards
Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Galaxy Buds2 Pro
RM899
Bora Purple
Graphite
White
One complimentary Water Resistant Galaxy Buds Cover (worth RM99)

Galaxy Buds2 Pro:
https://www.samsung.com/my/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds2-pro-bora-purple-sm-r510nlvaxme/


LG CEO Hosts ‘CEO F.U.N. Talk’ To Discuss Brand Direction With Employees

CEO Cho Talks About the Present and Future of LG Brand at Live Online Event

LG Electronics (LG) CEO William Cho recently hosted his fourth ‘CEO F.U.N. Talk’ from Seoul, South Korea, speaking in depth with employees about the present and future direction of the company’s brand. Held under the theme of Becoming an Iconic Brand Loved By Customers, the live online event was attended by around 7,000 employees. F.U.N. – first, unique and new – is the company’s core concept for delivering better customer experiences and was introduced at the end of 2021 by CEO Cho.

“We must recognize that ‘people’ and the ‘brand’ are the most important assets we have for the future of the company,” said Mr. Cho. “With consumers’ needs becoming diverse, LG needs to revamp the presence of its brand so that the brand will excite and inspire customers around the world.”

Mr. Cho then touched on the continuing importance of LG’s brand direction of Life’s Good and how the company is helping to make customers’ lives better through its innovative smart solutions. He also reiterated LG’s brand mission of Innovation for a Better Life, and three core values of ‘Uncompromising Quality’, ‘Human-centric Innovation’ and ‘Warmth to Power a Smile’.

When asked about how to expand fandom for the LG brand, the CEO answered, “We can build a fandom by communicating with passionate communities who recognize the value of our products through micro-segmentation strategies, while expanding offline experience spaces as well as continuing activities to strengthen the brand experience by utilizing media that can be shared easily, such as music.”

CEO Cho ended the talk by discussing the major role of employees in the ongoing evolution and maturing of the company. “Good brands have something in common. They are full of good people who work and grow together to become a sum that’s greater than its individual parts,” said Cho. “It is you, as LG employees, who create the LG brand and the value for our consumers all around the world.

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He concluded by thanking everyone for attending and asking that each LG employee become a brand ambassador to help spread the Life’s Good message.

During the event, participants were able to express their opinion through the live chat window. Many employees commented that it was valuable time since they were able to communicate in depth with the CEO, while others expressed their hope to continuously be able to communicate with company leadership in the future.

Since being named CEO last year, Mr. Cho has made it a priority to foster internal communications and creating a better company culture. As a part of his commitment, in May 2022, LG hosted ‘REINVENT Day,’ a casual forum where CEO Cho called on employees to make positive changes to help reinvent and reinvigorate the company.


Metaverse: Get Ahead On The $800 Bil Space

Tech founder Jason Low talks about how metaverse is about to revolutionise the way we work and play in his newly launched book.

The metaverse, currently gaining traction in one of the fastest-growing technologies in Malaysia, is a concept that brings together both the real and virtual world together. However, many people are still unsure of what, or how, the metaverse will impact their lives. Jason Low, the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Virtualtech Frontier Sdn Bhd, launched his book, “Metaverse”, at BORDERS Bookstore, The Curve on 26 October 2022, in the hope that this book will help the communities understand the concept of metaverse as a whole.

This book was written to fundamentally give the readers a better understanding and perspective of the metaverse which is still in its infancy stage. According to Low, “I wanted to write this book for the Asian market as the other metaverse books available are currently written through a western context. It is important for the local metaverse industry to thrive, and this book allows the local enterprises to understand the metaverse as they would be the first buy-ins in the region.”

He also mentioned that one of the key responsibilities as a metaverse company is to build the fundamentals of education on the metaverse and share it with the local community. “Even though there are many online articles about the metaverse, this book will provide an all-in-one information that is more relatable to the local audience.” Therefore, Virtualtech Frontier decided to take the initiative to work with Kanyin Publications Sdn Bhd and publish this book to educate people about the metaverse.

What is the Metaverse?

The metaverse has been given many definitions by multiple personalities and media publications alike. “The metaverse, put simply, is just a 3D virtual world accessible by everyone for social and commerce activities,” explains Low. “I believe that in the future, people will have a digital twin life inside the metaverse, where people are able to communicate and socialise with anyone across the world in the metaverse, and also make a living within the metaverse which is sustained by the huge corporations of the world.”

The term “metaverse” was first coined in a dystopian science fiction novel titled
Snow Crash
, written by Neal Stephenson and published in 1992. The concept took off after a huge influx of interest some years ago. This can mean a potential USD800 billion market in the next 10 years and to Low and his team members, this is an opportunity not to be missed, especially when they are avid gamers themselves.

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“I was born in the 90s, and I grew up experiencing role-playing games (RPG). A little of that childhood element has not left me yet, and since the team and I have a background in game development, we have been consistently pushing for immersive technology in our line of work,” Low explains.

Metaverse and its impact on everyone

While the metaverse may still be in its infancy stage, its potential impact on people’s livelihoods is evident. For Low, it will be an opportunity for both corporate companies as well as everyday users to experience a world like no other. “We are working towards providing virtual spaces in the metaverse for companies to build a new engagement platform beyond just the social media, and that itself will see companies interacting with the customers more virtually. At the same time, everyday users will be given a choice to engage and interact better with each other through an elevated virtual experience,” Low explains.

Then, a question remains, “Will the world turn into a world like the movie ‘Ready Player One’?” According to Low, there is a possibility within the next decade, especially with big players like Meta (formerly known as Facebook) coupled with a strong developer community announcing better and more powerful VR devices.

Fundamentally, even though the metaverse is defined as “just a 3D virtual space”, it is what we do within the space that matters. “Imagine that you can create virtually anything within the 3D space! Building an amazing fantasy world or even simulating life on mars is just the tip of the iceberg on what we can do. The essence of the metaverse in the end lies within the co-creation and co-engagement process between the companies and their customers.” Low shares.

“We have to allow creative juices to flow massively into the ecosystem, as this will then allow us to develop different levels of connectivity with users. Through various strategies to enhance engagements & interactions, this may hopefully impact the lives of many in the future.”

“Metaverse” is currently available at Borders, Kinokuniya and MPH bookstores. The book will also be sold at Popular Malaysia, KL Commercial Books, GoldenHouse (online book retailer) Malaysia, Kinokuniya Singapore, Thailand and Cambodia soon.


NEC Malaysia Enters Collaborative Partnership With MyDIGITAL

Leading IT and network technologies company, NEC Corporation of Malaysia Sdn Bhd (NEC Malaysia) today formed a collaborative partnership with MyDIGITAL Corporation towards enabling the development of Malaysia’s digital infrastructure and preparing professional digital talent for various industries.

The partnership agreement was signed by Mr. Chong Kai Wooi, Managing Director of NEC Malaysia, and Mr. Fabian Bigar, Chief Executive Officer of MyDIGITAL Corporation. A ceremony that took place at Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur was witnessed by YB Dato’ Seri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy), and Mr. Akihiko Kumagai, President of Global Business, NEC Corporation.

NEC Malaysia will collaborate with MyDIGITAL Corporation to drive the implementation of various initiatives in the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint (MDEB). The company will also support as a thought leadership consultant in the MyDIGITAL Catalytic Projects, a proactive initiative by the government that provides digital infrastructure consultancy and solutions to companies across various sectors, such as manufacturing, agriculture, transportation and logistics, healthcare services and utilities.

The MyDIGITAL Catalytic Projects initiative offers eligible companies counsel on adoption of technology such as artificial intelligence, the internet of things (IoT), blockchain, cloud computing and big data analytics, and advanced material and technologies.

“As Malaysia advances in its goal to digitalise its economy, we must ensure that no sector and no one is left behind. Our partnership with MyDIGITAL Corporation enables us to support companies across sectors with digital knowledge and expertise in building resilience and competitiveness for our nation. We will also provide Malaysians with access to reskilling and training programmes so that they have the digital skills required in today’s workforce. We are committed in supporting Malaysia towards the goal of becoming a digital nation that ensures inclusivity and sustainable growth,” said Mr. Chong Kai Wooi, Managing Director of NEC Malaysia.

The collaboration will also see NEC Malaysia and MyDIGITAL’s efforts in reskilling workers with relevant digital skills through workshops while providing training and internship programmes focused on digital skills for tertiary and vocational students.

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“Our partnership with NEC Malaysia is part of our strategy to collaborate with private sector partners to transform Malaysia into a digitally-enabled and technology-driven high-income nation. We believe that this collaboration will prepare businesses in the adoption of technologies, which will allow us to accelerate the growth of the nation’s digital economy,” said Mr. Fabian Bigar, Chief Executive Officer of MyDIGITAL Corporation.


HONOR Announces New Color For Honor 70 – Icelandic Frost

HONOR Malaysia announced its new Icelandic Frost color for its HONOR 70 – dubbed the “Best Aesthetics Smartphone of the Year”. But the headline doesn’t stop there. Partnering with local payment platform Touch ‘n Go , the blue-gradient color fits well for a limited-edition Enhanced Touch ‘n Go NFC card.

Color-pairing the stuff of dreams

The HONOR 70 was released back in August 2022 and dubbed as “the best camera smartphone within RM2000 budget”, featuring the trio colors of Crystal Silver, Emerald Green and Midnight Black. With now the introduction of the “Icelandic Frost”, the already aesthetic looking smartphone will adopt a whole new beauty to behold. Such effects of the blue-pink gradient give a pleasing sight, switching to variety of views from various angles, as it changes constantly. This echoes into the unique and special edition NFC cards that will be released in due time by Touch ‘n Go.

HONOR is collaborating with Touch ‘n Go to tackle Malaysian’s truly needs

Demand became increasingly apparent with the newly launched Enhanced Touch ‘n Go NFC card that eases methods of payment to a whole new level. With this new collaboration between HONOR and Touch ‘n Go, this milestone also serves as HONOR Malaysia’s partnership with a local brand since its brand independence, with the special edition Enhanced Touch ‘n Go NFC Card to be available in limited quantities with HONOR 70 Icelandic Frost edition.

HONOR 70 Icelandic Frost and Enhanced Touch ‘n Go NFC Card

The release of the new HONOR 70 Icelandic Frost and the special edition Enhanced Touch ‘n Go NFC cards will be revealed soon! For all the latest info, keep your eyes peeled and stick with us at
https://www.hi
h
onor.com/my/
 or HONOR Malaysia’s Facebook Page!

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Next-generation Samsung Galaxy Wearables Add Color & More to Your Everyday Life

Add color to your daily life with Samsung’s latest wearables – The Galaxy Buds2 Pro, and Galaxy Watch5 – designed to optimize work, play, and everything in between. Crafted with style, functionality and durability in mind, these wearables work hand-in-hand with your favorite Galaxy devices to deliver new and meaningful experiences that help you look, feel, and do your best every day.

Your Must-Have Entertainment Companions

Having thrown together the perfect outfit for the day, it is now time to get to work or school. Liven up every commute with your favorite tunes, powered by the Galaxy Buds2 Pro. The updated Samsung Seamless Codec enables 24-bit Hi-Fi audio support from your Galaxy Z Fold4 or Z Flip4 to your Galaxy Buds2 Pro for the ultimate audio experience, whether to enjoy your favorite songs or streamed movies.

With Intelligent 360 Audio, the sound from your Galaxy Buds2 Pro will feel more alive. Combined with Direct Multi-channel (5.1 channel/ 7.1 channel/ Dolby Atmos®) and enhanced head tracking, you will get an immersive spatial audio experience even as you move your head. Now, imagine that experience while watching an epic movie with your Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Buds2 Pro!

Have your hands full on the bus? With the Buds Controller application on the Galaxy Watch5, control your Galaxy Buds2 Pro’ settings without having to reach for your phone. From viewing the battery percentage of your Buds2Pro to toggling active noise cancellation, it has never been easier to enjoy music your way.

Look Good, Feel Good

Donning the perfect outfit lifts the spirit, boosts confidence, and brightens an otherwise dreary day. But why stop there? Going beyond function, the stylish form of the Samsung Galaxy wearables can elevate your style and serve as an outlet for self-expression.

Tailor your Galaxy Watch5 to fit your signature looks perfectly, from size to case, watch face, and band. Watch5 cases are available in 40mm and 44mm sizes, with a range of colors including Pink Gold, Sapphire, Silver, and Graphite Switch up your style by pairing it with a variety of watchband colors and sizes, for a versatile and bespoke watch to fit your every mood.

Add another splash of color to your outfit of the day with the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, available in Bora Purple, Graphite and White. Match it with your Bora Purple, Pink Gold, Graphite or Blue Galaxy Z Flip4 to look effortlessly chic and put-together.

Ever-Ready, Even On The Go

The Galaxy Buds2 Pro is your trusty companion if you are making a call on-the-go, or from your neighborhood café.

Switch between music and calls with just a swipe or tap of your Galaxy Buds2 Pro, with its range of built-in and customizable touchpad commands. Improved Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) now tracks and eliminates background noises as soft as wind for a distraction-free call environment. Meanwhile, Auto Switch on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro detects mobile activity and calls, seamlessly connecting to your Galaxy devices so you never have to fumble to connect your buds to your device again.

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Paired with the high-resolution 10MP Selfie Camera on your Galaxy Z Fold4 or Z Flip 4, be prepared to take video calls on-the-go like never before.

Supercharge Your Wellness Journey

After a long day, what better way to let off some steam than to work up a sweat? Fifteen percent smaller than its predecessor, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro provides ultimate comfort while you exercise to your best workout beats. If you are out with a workout buddy, Voice Detect switches from ANC to Ambient Sound so you can keep up conversations without removing your buds.

Pair that with the Galaxy Watch5, which is the ultimate exercise companion that takes your wellness journey to the next level. Equipped with the Advanced Samsung BioActive Sensor, the Galaxy Watch5 delivers in-depth readings of your heart rate, blood oxygen and even your stress levels.

Going beyond health insights, the Galaxy Watch5 also supports the post-workout, rest, and recovery process. You can rely on the Body Composition measurements and recommendations on water consumption based on sweat loss to build your wellness journey.

Thanks to the Buds2 Pro’s IPX7 water resistance and the Watch5’s durable Sapphire crystal displays and IP68 durability, these wearables can take more than a little sweat and rain. Paired with the Armor Aluminum frames and hinge cover, as well as the Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus+®  on the Cover Screen and rear glass of the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4, here is a rugged suite of devices to supercharge your indoor and outdoor adventures.

Work Hard, Play Hard

When it is time to wind down, why not kick back and catch up on the latest television series? With a durable battery, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro boasts a total playtime of up to 29 hours, and keeps up with your transition from work to play without need for a recharge.

Take your movie-watching to the next level with SmartThings Scenes on your Galaxy Z Fold4 or Z Flip4, by automating your entire ecosystem of Samsung smart home appliances to create your desired environment. Activate your Movie Scene with a quick tap on your Galaxy Watch5, turning the lights down low and the air-conditioning up for a cozy night and the ultimate cinematic experience.

From accentuating your look to powering your day, this new generation of Samsung wearables fits right in with the latest Galaxy devices and has evolved to meet your every need in a perfect balance of style, functionality, and durability. Pair the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Z Fold4 with your Galaxy Buds2 Pro and the Galaxy Watch5, for the ultimate confidence to tackle the everyday.

Learn more here:

Galaxy Watch5 Pro:
https://www.samsung.com/my/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch5-pro-black-titanium-bluetooth-sm-r920nzkaxme/buy/

Galaxy Watch5:
https://www.samsung.com/my/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch5-40mm-silver-bluetooth-sm-r900nzsaxme/buy/

Galaxy Buds2 Pro:
https://www.samsung.com/my/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds2-pro-bora-purple-sm-r510nlvaxme/

Buy now to enjoy exciting savings, gifts and more!

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Nexusguard Research Shows Total Number of DDoS Attacks Increased During First Half of 2022

In the first half of 2022, the amount of DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks increased by 75.6% compared to the second half of 2021, according to new
Nexusguard
 research revealed in the company’s
DDoS Statistical Report for 1HY 2022
. While the total number of attacks did grow, the average (0.59 Gbps) and maximum (232.0 Gbps) attack sizes each decreased by 56% and 66.8%, respectively, during the same period.

Notably, application attacks increased a whopping 330% over the second half of 2021 and amplification attacks increased by 106.7%.

Single-vector attacks represented 85% of all attacks globally in H1 2022. UDP (User Datagram Protocol) attacks, which quickly overwhelm the target defenses, and HTTPS Flood, which exhaust servers with valid HTTPS requests, were the two most predominant vectors.

Nexusguard DDoS Statistical Report Reveals Key Attack Observations and Analysis from the First Half of 2022

Nearly four out of 10 (39.6%) attacks were UDP, an increase of 77.5% from H2 2021, and the two groups combined accounted for more than half (55.5%) of DDoS attacks globally. UDP attacks frequently serve as a smokescreen to mask other malicious activities such as efforts to compromise personal identifiable information (PII) or the execution of malware or remote codes.

New to Nexusguard DDoS reports are statistics describing top reflected attack destinations. Reflection attacks spoof the IP address of the target, tricking it to believe it has received an authentic request, typically via UDP, to which the target responds. Nearly three-quarters (74.6%) of all reflected attacks targeted organizations in Brazil and South Korea.

Within Europe, the United Kingdom received almost a quarter (24.6%) of all reflected attacks in that region while in the Middle East and Africa the Seychelles and Saudi Arabia combined, received more than half (55.5%).

Stealthy Bit-and-Piece attacks continue to plague ASN-level Communications Service Providers (CSPs) globally, especially internet service providers (ISPs). Stealthy Bit-and-Piece attacks continue to plague ASN-level Communications Service Providers (CSPs) globally, especially Internet service providers (ISPs). While 81% of attacks globally were less than a single Gbps, Bit-and-Piece attacks by /24 networks registered minimum sizes of 0.0637 Gbps and a maximum of 123.72 Gbps.

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By drip-feeding doses of junk traffic into a large IP pool, the traffic remains small enough to evade traditional threshold-based detection, but accumulates to be enough to clog and disable the target.

“Attackers came out of winter hibernation with never-before-seen levels of intent, showing an incredible increase of attacks in Q2 2022 alone and by June, reaching the highest first-half levels since 2018,” said Juniman Kasman, chief technology officer of Nexusguard.

“We’ve expanded our DDoS reports to include data on reflected attack destinations and have separated Europe from the Middle East and Africa regions to provide organizations with even more information on DDoS attacks. The wide variability in attack types shown by our latest report demonstrates that companies must remain vigilant in protecting themselves against the risk of DDoS attacks”, he added.

Read
Nexusguard’s DDoS Statistical Report 1HY 2022
 for more information on attack vectors, stats and trends based on data gathered from CSPs, honeypots, botnet scanning and research on traffic moving between attackers and their targets.


Okta Reveals Growing Number of APAC Organisations Embracing Zero Trust Next-Generation Security

Zero Trust Security helps organisations thrive in the era of hybrid work and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats

Okta, Inc.
one of the leading independent identity providers, today revealed that a growing number of Asia-Pacific (APAC) organisations are embracing Zero Trust Security initiatives to overcome the challenges of today’s dynamic cyber threat landscape.

The State of Zero Trust Security in Asia Pacific 2022 report, commissioned by Okta and conducted by Pulse Q&A, found that the percentage of APAC organisations that had implemented a Zero Trust Security initiative had grown by 18 points from the 2021 figure to reach 50%. While the rate of Zero Trust adoption among APAC organisations (18% YoY growth) was lower than the global figure (31% YoY growth), almost all (96%) respondents in APAC have a defined Zero Trust security initiative in play or in plan for 2022.

The report also found that APAC organisations were slower to recognise the importance of leaving passwords behind in the quest for stronger security and identity and access management (IAM) to combat increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Of all organisations worldwide, those in APAC had the lowest adoption of passwordless access, with only 0.5% having implemented and only 10% planning to implement in the next 18 months.

There is a growing consensus among global organisational thinking that an identity-first approach to Zero Trust is not only paramount, but essential. This allows organisations to fully leverage identity and access management (IAM), by integrating it with other critical security solutions, into a powerful central control point for intelligently governing access among users, devices, data, and networks.

The research found that 80% of global organisations consider identity as important to their overall Zero Trust security strategy, and an additional 19% say identity is business critical. APAC respondents rated the importance of identity to their overall Zero Trust security strategy at 83% while an additional 15% say identity is business critical.

While securing data, networks and devices continue to rank as the top priorities among surveyed organisations, a growing proportion recognises the importance of people to an identity-centric security model. The report found organisations in the APAC region place a greater emphasis on automating the provisioning and deprovisioning of employees and working on privileged access for cloud infrastructure over the coming 18 months. The responses forecast an increase from 22% to 76% adoption and from 43.5% to 88% adoption, respectively.

Nearly all APAC organisations acknowledge identity is key to Zero Trust Security

“By adopting Zero Trust Security, organisations can position themselves to overcome the challenges presented by hybrid work–including mobile and remote working–by adopting an identity-centric approach to network and resource access rather than relying on outdated security models based on the traditional network perimeter,” says Ben Goodman, SVP and General Manager for Asia Pacific, Okta.

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“Our research showed that while APAC organisations lagged behind their global counterparts in implementing Zero Trust Security, 98% of respondents recognised that identity was important or business-critical to that approach”, he added.

Despite the concept of Zero Trust Security being discussed as early as 2009, many APAC organisations and leaders lack understanding about its benefits. This elevates risk in an environment of increasingly sophisticated security threats.

However, most APAC organisations are acutely aware of the need to stop malicious actors from compromising their people, systems, and data to the extent that 75% of those surveyed prioritised security over the useability of business-critical applications and resources, unlike most of their global counterparts.

Of those APAC organisations that have yet to implement a Zero Trust Security initiative, 38% said they planned to do so over the next six to 12 months.

Unfortunately, as with many ICT projects, the global talent crunch presents a sizable challenge; 31% of APAC organisations cited talent and skills shortages as a challenge, followed by a lack of stakeholder buy-in and lack of awareness of Zero Trust Security solutions, both cited by 18% of respondents.

Investment commitments in Zero Trust Security Upheld

The report found that APAC organisations typically followed through on their 2021 commitments to invest in Zero Trust Security. Last year, 76% of organisations in the region pledged to increase their Zero Trust Security budgets moderately or significantly, and 82% of APAC organisations in this year’s survey reported a moderate or significant increase.

Zero Trust Security is a security framework based on the assumption that every user, device, and IP address accessing a resource is a threat until proven otherwise and requires organisations to implement rigorous security controls to verify anything that attempts to connect to the corporate network. The rapid take-up of mobile, cloud, and hybrid working has put pressure on organisations to replace increasingly redundant ‘castle and moat’ security models with more agile, holistic approaches centered on identity.

In the context of Zero Trust Security, identity is an actor–whether human or process–that wants access to data for purposes that include retrieval, deletion, and modification. With an identity-centric approach, organisations can give the right people the right level of access to the right resources in the right context, with access assessed continuously.

To complete the State of Zero Trust Security in Asia Pacific 2022 report–which assesses the maturity of identity and access management in APAC organisations and where they reside on the journey towards a full Zero Trust security posture–Pulse Q&A surveyed 200 security leaders across the region. The survey questionnaire covered the Zero Trust initiatives organisations had in place and how they planned to prioritise these over the near and long term.

Okta’s State of Zero Trust Security in Asia Pacific 2022 report can be downloaded
here
.


OPPO A17k with Long-lasting Battery and Big Storage is Now Available Nationwide

OPPO Malaysia today announced the arrival of the latest addition to the A Series line-up; OPPO A17k, making innovation accessible to everyone! The latest A17k lets you enjoy a greater peace of mind with a long-lasting battery, an awesome camera that lets you express yourself and large storage to keep all the happy memories along with many other features.

Long-lasting battery that can power through the day

OPPO has always set the bar high for battery quality, and the OPPO A17k is no different. The OPPO A17k comes with a long-lasting
 5,000mAh large battery

that can provide 20 hours of phone calls or 20 hours of average view time on YouTube Video on a full charge.

For those who use their phone for long periods of time but have no way to charge it during the day, the
Super Power Saving Mode
 on the OPPO A17k will kick in to help maximise every last bit of battery when the battery level drops to 10%, addressing user anxiety about battery life. What’s more, the OPPO A17k will also feature
 Super Nighttime Standby
 that leverages AI capabilities to learn users’ sleep patterns and reduce power consumption, limiting battery usage to within just 2-3% of total capacity during a single night.

Up to 7GB RAM with reliable quality

Featuring a

MediaTek Helio G35 Mobile Platform, the OPPO A17k provides efficient performance with a CPU speed of up to 2.3 GHz. With OPPO’s
RAM Expansion technology
, the phone’s RAM capacity can be expanded by borrowing up to 4GB of unused ROM, allowing the device to run multiple memory-heavy apps with less lag.

Designed to keep up with the demands of daily life, the entire phone is manufactured to be water resistant and comes certified with an

IPX4 rating
.

The OPPO A17k is also built for durability. More than 130 ultra-rigorous reliability tests and 320 comprehensive quality tests were conducted on the device to verify its resistance to splashes, high temperature, high humidity, micro-drops, scratches, and other common wear and tear.

Capture stunning shots with an outstanding camera system

Whether creating content or sharing it with friends, the OPPO A17k with a 5MP front camera and an 8MP main camera offers an advanced camera experience and captures up to 20 continuous shots with 5x digital zoom.

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Powered by advanced hardware, the OPPO A17k is packed with impressive imaging features. These include
360° Fill Light, Portrait Retouching
, HDR
 and other features that enable users to capture clear selfies in dimly lit or backlit surroundings, and enhanced skin textures for more authentic and natural photos.

Trendy aesthetic design and ultra-slim body

The OPPO A17k inherits OPPO’s
Ultra-Slim Retro Design

with a flat-edged middle frame and smoothed edges, giving the phone its sleek, premium, and trendy appearance. Weighing approximately 189g with a thickness of around 8.29mm, the A17k is easier to hold and operate in any situation.

The device comes in two trendy new colours:
Gold and Navy Blue
. Each vivid colour is beautifully augmented with shiny pearls, giving the phone a metallic and chic appearance.

On top of that,
side-fingerprint unlock
 is also available on the OPPO A17k which offers users the convenience of getting access to their phones without the hassle of reaching out for the lock sensor and holding the phone upright.

Enjoy an inclusive experience with ColorOS 12.1

The optimised ColorOS 12.1 on OPPO A17k brings you a more convenient and smoother operating experience.
Three-Finger Translate
 with Google Lens can quickly translate text in a screenshot into over 100 supported languages.
FlexDrop
 allows users to keep an additional app open in a small floating window, providing more effective multi-tasking when switching between apps. ColorOS 12.1 also includes other security features such as
 Five-Grade Access Control
 and
Photo Information Protection
 to help keep sensitive information secure.

Market Availability

Get your hands on the OPPO A17k today at a recommended retail price of RM499 with 3GB (+4GB RAM expansion) + 64GB ROM, available in Gold and Navy Blue colours.

Customers can purchase the OPPO A17k at My OPPO Space, OPPO Brand Stores, OPPO Official Online Store, OPPO Authorized Dealers, OPPO Authorised Online Store, Chain Store Partners and E-commerce partners such as
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

For more information about OPPO A17k, please visit
https://www.oppo.com/my/smartphones/series-a/a17k/
.


OPPO A77s Gets Double Up RAM Up to 16GB for Users to Enjoy a Smoother Experience

The Random Access Memory (RAM) on our phones becomes important over time as we show our true colours by capturing creative and lively moments through photos and videos. To ensure more data and multiple apps are able to run on users’devices for a seamless user experience, OPPO Malaysia has increased the RAM space by offering up to 8GB RAM Expansion on the OPPO A77s which launched in early October 2022!

With OPPO’s self-developed RAM Expansion technology, the OPPO A77s lets users unlock its full capabilities by using algorithmic optimisation to unify RAM and ROM. This upgrade ensures your phone truly never lets you down.

Users will be given the choice to adjust the volume of expansion, with four adjustment levels which are 1GB, 3GB, 5GB and up to 8GB. To fully upgrade the feature, simply follow the steps below:

Step 1
Unlock the phone and open the Top Notification Panel
Step 2
Click on the “Setting” option
Step 3
Select the “About device” option and select “Up to date”
Step 4
Click the vertical ellipsis symbol at the top right part and select the “Auto-update” option
Step 5
Turn on the “Auto-update overnight” option for the upgrade

The OPPO A77s is available in Sky Blue and Starry Black colours with the recommended retail price of RM999. Make your way to the nearest My OPPO Space, OPPO Brand Store, OPPO Official Online Store, OPPO Authorized Dealers or visit OPPO Authorised Online Store, Chain Store Partners and E-commerce partners to get your OPPO A77s today!

To know more about OPPO A77s, please visit
https://www.oppo.com/my/smartphones/series-a/a77s/
.

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OPPO Band 2 Review – A Promising Fitness and Health Band For Everyone

OPPO Band 2

RM249.00

8.7

Design

8.0/10

Price

9.0/10

Features

9.0/10

Battery

9.0/10

Compatibility

8.5/10

				Pros

5 ATM water resistant

Simple yet fully featured

Lightweight

Good battery life

Very affordable

				Cons

Not enough colour option

Buy Now

It’s not often that I come across an affordable fitness band or smartwatch that does (almost) everything a flagship fitness band can do. In my experience, there are bound to be one or two missing features. But let me tell you one thing, the new OPPO Band 2 is exactly that. It comes with all the bells and whistles of a flagship packed into an affordable wearable device. And I like it.

The new OPPO Band 2 doesn’t need all the fancy stainless steel frame or a special dial to select a function from the menu. The OPPO Band 2 is made simple, but works like a charm.

The first time I slapped the band on my wrist, it felt like it belonged there. The lightweight materials used for the frame and hardware doesn’t look cheap. This is due to the seamless transition in the frame towards the strap along the top and bottom edges. It does feel plastic-ky but at this price point, it’s forgivable.

I love the simple design. A few of the OPPO bands that I have reviewed are buttonless. No buttons to press on either side to execute any quick functions. Navigations are done by tapping and swiping only. It’s fine by me. Navigating through the menu in the UI is quite smooth and responsive. The larger than usual 1.57” display at 302ppi pixel density is just awesome. At that ratio and density, colours and clarity on the watch faces are top notch. It just looks so good.

Even the silicone strap feels nice. If or when I’m bored with the strap colour, I can always detach the strap quickly and swap it with another colour to suit my mood on that day. Right now I only have the black strap attached to the grey coloured frame. Speaking of colours, the OPPO Band 2 comes with two colour variants – Baby Blue and Midnight Black. Interestingly, the Baby Blue variant comes with two separate strap colours, one side being light blue and the other being white. And it comes with a silver coloured frame.

Both colours look good. Only that the Baby Blue variant looks and feels more feminine. I reckon it would appeal more to the ladies. Don’t get me wrong, it does look good and it is a great colour option to have. But it’s not the colour that matters. It is what’s inside it.

The “vital” sensors are located at the back of the watch. I said vital because this is the sensor that detects and calculates your vital signs such as heart rate and blood oxygen level. Right above the sensor are the positive and negative charging pin terminals. Charging up the 200mAh battery only takes about an hour but most of the time it hits 100% earlier than that. At 100% capacity, the OPPO Band 2 can last me about a week before running out of juice. On paper, it says that it can go up to 14 days on full charge. And then I found out why it didn’t last that long.

The reason is because I set the SpO2 sensor to periodically track my blood oxygen level and assess my breathing problems (if any) during my sleep. Not only that, I also set it to monitor my heart rate once every six minutes. With all those tracking and monitoring turned on, it is no wonder the battery can only last about 7 days. But on the other hand, lasting 7 days with most of the sensors turned on is not bad at all. That is one of the reasons why I love the OPPO Band 2.

Navigating through the menu is super easy and effortless. A tap on the screen will wake the band up and a swipe to the right will show all the activities including your steps, sleep, heart rate monitor and blood oxygen level. Swiping to the left will bring up all the other features. From here, you can choose your fitness program or routine, calculate your stress level, daily activities, alarm, timer, stopwatch, weather forecast, hydration reminder, flashlight and the watch settings.

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A simple tap on any of the menu items will open up to more options. To go back a page, simply swipe inwards from the left side. When you’re back to the home screen where the time is shown, swipe up to open up the notification section. Here you can see all the notifications that have come in. Lastly, swiping down will reveal the quick settings.

Other than accessing all the features from the watch itself, it can also be accessed and configured from within the phone app called Hey Tap Health. It is available on both Google PlayStore and Apple AppStore. From the Hey Tap Health app, you can keep track of your daily activities and health conditions as well. At the same time, it can also be automatically synced with Apple health or Google Fit app for better enhanced tracking.

The most interesting thing that I notice on the OPPO Band 2 is the wide selection of new watch faces. I also have the OPPO Watch Free with me but it doesn’t come with the new set of watch faces. And none of them are as interesting as the one on the OPPO Band 2. The overall design and features on each watch face is simply awesome. Most importantly, it has gorgeous watch face designs with versatile selection to suit your daily mood. You can also customise the watch face to match your current outfit, thanks to the upgraded AI Outfit Watch Face 2.0 software.

What you do is take a photo of your current outfit, and the AI will “design” a watch face for you based on the colour and pattern of your t-shirt or dress. That is absolutely awesome in my opinion. That saved me lots of time choosing a suitable watch face for the day. And best of all, I have tons of design options to play with. Two thumbs up for this one.

I often forget that I have a fitness band strapped on my wrist. But when notifications come in, the OPPO Band 2 gives enough vibration to notify me of any incoming calls or messages. And since I have the band on me 24/7, I keep my phone on silent mode all the time. You can say that I never liked loud ringing or message tones on my phone. I prefer to be under the radar and receive any messages quietly. That’s just me.

However, I didn’t get to go out for a walk or exercise because I was down with Covid19 a few weeks back. But the OPPO Band 2 does help with tracking my hourly blood oxygen (SpO2) level, which is a good thing for those who are C19 positive. Don’t worry, I’m all good now.

Conclusion

There you have it. There are so many reasons why I think the new OPPO Band 2 is worth the purchase. It is very affordable, very well designed, lightweight, very user friendly and it does almost everything a flagship fitness band can do. I highly recommend this fitness band to any of my friends or readers if they are looking for one.

At a low price point of only
RM249.00
, it will be a good long term fitness band that you can use. Consider this as one of your options. But in my experience of using it, it just works like a charm. You can now get one for yourself at
OPPO’s official Shopee page
. I think it’s on discount now. Thank me later.

For more information on the OPPO Band 2, you can check it out here:
https://www.oppo.com/my/accessories/band2/


OPPO Band 2 with Large Screen is Here to Unlock the Power of the Band

OPPO Malaysia is excited to launch the new generation of OPPO Band, OPPO Band 2 on 8
th
 October 2022! The OPPO Band 2 is equipped with an ultra-clear large screen and features colourful watch faces, a two-colour strap design, and a full range of upgraded professional sleep, workout, and health functionality. The trendy wearable product aims to offer consumers a high-quality, healthy, and smart experience.

Ultra-clear, large screen, cool and stylish design

Designed for young people, OPPO Band 2 has a 1.57-inch ultra-clear large screen with a pixel density of 302 PPI, a screen-to-body ratio 47% higher than the previous generation’s, and an over 74% larger display area, making interactions simpler and easier. The screen brightness is up to 500 nits, ensuring a clear display even in strong outdoor light.

OPPO Band 2 not only provides a clear visual experience with a large screen, but also an appealing two-colour strap design and various watch faces, AI Outfit Watch Face 2.0, custom watch face widgets, pattern watch faces, and other personalised watch faces. You can easily customise your own watch face to show your unique style. In addition, OPPO Band 2 is lightweight, weighing about 33g, and fits your wrist with comfort.

Professional workout modes and OSleep for a healthy lifestyle

For more professional and accurate workout and health data monitoring, OPPO Band 2 has a built-in high-precision 6-axis motion sensor as well as heart rate and blood oxygen sensors. Thanks to the powerful hardware, a new tennis mode is available, which recognises various tennis strokes and record five types of data: strokes, racket swings, activity duration, heart rate, and calories burned.

OPPO Band 2 also offers upgraded running functionality, with heart rate monitoring during running, CRF assessment, running speed suggestions, and 13 running courses. The professional data monitoring and attentive suggestions will help you run safely and efficiently. Moreover, OPPO Band 2 supports up to 100 workout modes and auto-detection of 4 modes: walking, running, elliptical machine, and rowing machine, making workouts safer and more efficient.

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OPPO Band 2 helps you sleep better with the OSleep all-scenario sleep tracking. Before bedtime, you can set a sleep schedule, and the band will activate Sleep mode on the linked phone to get you ready for sleep. While you are asleep, the band will monitor your sleeping, wakeup, sleep duration, sleep phases (deep sleep and light sleep), rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and blood oxygen level, aside from assessing any snoring risks.

After waking up, you can check your sleep quality report and snoring report to better understand your sleep. Health features of OPPO Band 2 also include all-day heart rate monitoring, real-time stress monitoring and warning, sleep report, and water drinking reminders, to help you stay healthy.

On-the-go smart life assistant on your wrist

OPPO Band 2 is also your smart life assistant. It lets you set bedtime alarms, check the weather, set timers, and do more, all from your wrist. It has a long battery life of 14 days, so you do not need to worry about the battery level. In addition, with convenient magnetic fast charging, OPPO Band 2 can run for a full day on a 5-minute charge and be fully charged within an hour, offering you an uninterrupted smart experience.

Market Availability

The OPPO Band 2 will officially be available in the market starting from the 8
th
 of October 2022 onwards with the recommended retail price of RM249 and comes in Baby Blue and Midnight Black colours.

Customers can purchase the OPPO Band 2 at all My OPPO Space, OPPO Brand Stores, OPPO Official Online Store, OPPO Authorized Dealers, OPPO Authorised Online Store, Chain Store Partners and E-comm partners such as
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

For more information about OPPO Band 2, please visit
https://www.oppo.com/my/accessories/band2/
.


How OPPO’s Customer-Centric Service Go Above and Beyond for its My OPPO App Members

In an effort to create a seamless, convenient, and engaging customer journey, OPPO always keeps customer experience at the forefront of its decision making. What lies behind OPPO’s customer-centric service is a set of factors that sets them apart from other brands. This includes My OPPO App that is designed exclusively for members and its top-of-the-line after sales service that treat customers with care.

Since its launch three years ago, My OPPO App symbolizes a bridge that connects members in a myriad of ways. To date, My OPPO App serves over 2 million users in Malaysia, creating more and more value. This includes amazing rewards from time to time such as Members’ Day celebrations that happen on 16
th
 to 18
th
 of every month.

Once registered as a My OPPO App member, customers can unlock new levels and privileges by earning experience points through product purchases. A variety of gifts and coupons are prepared such as Birthday Reward, Exclusive Discounts on Repair Cost, Food & Beverage Vouchers and so much more, ensuring benefits beyond services for all members.

What sets us apart from the rest is that My OPPO App also connects members via exclusive O-Time experiences. These engagements are closed-door events that facilitate in-depth interaction between members and brands. This includes First-hand Experience on the latest products, Experiential Lifestyle Workshops such as Cooking and Baking Classes, and Product Knowledge Sharing and Interactive Sessions, which allow members to grow with OPPO.

Rated 94% for the Net Promoter Score (NPS), which also known as Customer Satisfaction Rate, OPPO provides genuine after sales service.

Being an OPPO customer, you are entitled to enjoy a wealth of free services such as send-in repair service, labour cost, service day discount, disinfection service, software upgrade and 1-hour flash fix on a general basis.

On top of that, to enhance the transparency of the services provided, OPPO Malaysia has been gradually integrating its after sales services into stores since November 2019. There are now 17 My OPPO Spaces, 2 Service Centers and 1 Send-in Repair Service Center around Malaysia, ensuring every customer’s issue can be resolved in the shortest amount of time.

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Come join us and be a part of the OPPO Members community as we are celebrating My OPPO 3rd Anniversary with fantastic deals and offers right now!

To find out more:
https://www.oppo.com/my/store/contents/event/3rdanniversarymembersmonth/


OPPO Malaysia Introduces New OPPO A77s

OPPO today announced the new OPPO A77s will be officially available in Malaysia on 8
th
 October 2022. Featuring upgrades in photography, entertainment, and ColorOS 12.1 operating system, the OPPO A77s delivers all-around smooth performance for users.

The advanced 33W SUPERVOOC
TM
 Flash Charge and a 5000mAh large battery provide greater freedom when using the A77s. This fantastic overall performance is complemented by the Ultra-Slim Retro Design, which is created with a premium Fiberglass-leather finish and the latest iconic OPPO Glow design.

Long-lasting battery and safe Flash Charge for worry-free use

With 33W SUPERVOOC
TM
 Flash Charge, the OPPO A77s can be charged from 0% to 100% in about 71 minutes, while a 5-minute charge is enough to provide 2.98 hours of phone calls. When fully charged, the long-lasting 5,000mAh battery can provide more than 14 days of standby or over 17 hours of typical YouTube video viewing.

Charging hardware protection including overvoltage and overcurrent protection technologies ensure that the battery is always charged safely. Optimized Night Charging can leverage AI capabilities to learn users’ sleeping habits and set a tailored charging plan to prevent over-charging of the battery, helping users feel safe when charging overnight.

Upgraded hardware for enhanced entertainment experience

For those who love to capture special moments on camera, the OPPO A77s is equipped with a 50MP AI Dual Camera and new features to capture incredible video and photo content: Bokeh Flare Portrait allows users to capture portrait images with rich bokeh light spots like a professional camera, while Selfie HDR provides clear selfies in dimly lit or backlit surroundings.

The A77s’ dual Ultra-Linear Stereo Speaker with DIRAC 3.0 delivers higher-quality stereo audio with enhanced volume in videos, while the 6.56-inch Colour-Rich display with a 90Hz high refresh rate ensures a smooth and comfortable display for users to enjoy high-definition video content and games on.

At the heart of the A77s is the Qualcomm®

Snapdragon™ 680 4G Mobile Platform, delivering a 102% increase in CPU performance, and a 76% increase in GPU performance compared to the previous generation. The 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM configuration supports enlarged storage and a smoother user experience, enabling more possibilities for everyday entertainment. RAM Expansion technology can augment the original RAM up to 5GB, while the phone also supports SD card expansion of up to 1TB ROM.

Stunning design that delights and captivates

Built using OPPO’s unique manufacturing processes, the A77s is available in two fresh colour finishes: Sky Blue and Starry Black.

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The Sky Blue and Starry Black models feature the iconic OPPO Glow, while the Sky Blue features a blue tone gradient that reflects evolving colours when viewed from different angles, and the Starry Black is based on a pure black backdrop that shines gently like stars scattered across the dark night sky.

With its Ultra-Slim Retro Design body, the OPPO A77s is just 7.99 mm thick and weighs only 187 g, giving the phone a sleek and premium appearance while being comfortable to hold and operate in any situation.

More than 130 ultra-rigorous reliability tests and more than 320 comprehensive quality tests were conducted on each A77s to verify that the phone is resistant to water splashes, scratches, abrasion, and other common wear and tear, giving users peace of mind when it comes to daily use.

ColorOS 12.1 provides improved security and efficiency

The A77s provides enhanced data privacy and information security thanks to features in ColorOS 12.1. Photo Data Privacy allows users to easily remove detailed photo and video metadata, helping prevent private information from being leaked. With the Privacy Dashboard, users can view and manage how applications access their personal data, ensuring that sensitive information is not used inappropriately.

ColorOS 12.1 is also built for convenience and efficiency. FlexDrop allows users to keep an additional app open in a small floating window, providing more effective multi-tasking when switching between apps. Three-Finger Translate with Google Lens can quickly translate text in the selected area of a screenshot and includes support for over 100 languages.

Market Availability

The OPPO A77s is available in Sky Blue and Starry Black from 8
th
 October 2022 onwards with the recommended retail price of RM999.

In celebration of its arrival, OPPO Malaysia is excitedly giving away an attractive gift along with the OPPO A77s in limited quantity! Customers who purchase OPPO A77s will be entitled to a complimentary Y.O.U beauty travel kit worth RM99!

The OPPO A77s can be purchased at all My OPPO Space, OPPO Brand Stores, OPPO Official Online Store, OPPO Authorized Dealers, OPPO Authorised Online Store, Chain Store Partners and E-comm partners such as
Shopee
 and
Lazada
.

For more information, please visit
https://www.oppo.com/my/smartphones/series-a/a77s/
.


Tips for Optimizing Your Galaxy Z Flip4’s Battery Life

We rely so much on our smartphones on a daily basis that it has become a necessity to own a smartphone with longer lasting battery. You know the feeling when you don’t have the luxury of constant power supply and you are always reminded that you have 15% battery life remaining? Well, we want to avoid that at all cost! With the advanced improvements over the previous generation, the Galaxy Z Flip4 now has a larger battery capacity with a 3,700 mAh. Here are a few tips to help you prolong the battery life of your device!

Turn on your Power Saving Mode!

Turning on power saving mode helps to limit your device’s power consumption, allowing your battery to last longer when charged again. Aside from having a powerful battery smartphone like the Galaxy Z Flip4, maintaining your battery is also a good practice for sustaining a longer battery life. With this Power Saving Mode enabled, your device can limit the refresh rate and number of background applications.

How-to: Scroll down to Battery and Device Care, click on battery, and select Power Saving mode, which will do the majority of the work for you.

Put Your Unused App to Sleep

Another cause that shortens the life of your phone’s battery is always the app that’s running in the background without us knowing, and while most phones begin to heat up mostly because of this as well. However, the Galaxy Z Flip4 provides a cooling performance with an upgraded cooling system for stable operation without heat damage. Even so, you should always keep an eye on your background running apps. This would allow you to run other apps that aren’t being used or aren’t functioning in the background, consuming your battery.

How-to:
Try going to Settings > Background > Select Background Usage Limit > Put Unused App to Sleep.

Get your Dark Mode enabled!

Having complete control between a light and dark mode on your phone settings is a great way to make it feel more like it’s made just for you. Nevertheless, if you want to avoid draining or shortening the battery life, it’s recommended to use dark mode as the black pixels will turn off completely that helps to reduce battery usage. Furthermore, when using your phone, you can reduce the brightness level because a dimmer screen means lesser battery consumption.

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How-to: Head to Settings > Quick Settings > and select Dark Mode!

Finally, even if charging your phone takes a while, it’s important to avoid overcharging it because doing so could damage your battery health. However, the Galaxy Z Flip4 has you covered because it charges your phone 12% faster than the Galaxy Z Flip3 did, so you don’t need to be concerned about slow charging.

What’s you’re waiting for, power up with longer battery life with Galaxy Z Flip4 now!

For more information about the Galaxy Z Flip4, visit:
https://www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip4/


Arrow Electronics Helps Oyika Create Smart and Sustainable Battery Solutions for e-Motorbikes

NTU-Arrow Invent Lab in Singapore supports local start-ups to make the benefits of technology accessible to the many

Global technology solutions provider Arrow Electronics, Inc. (Arrow) announces its support to Oyika Pte Ltd (Oyika), a Singapore start-up, in building battery swapping and charging solutions for electric motorbikes (e-motorbikes).

According to an article released by McKinsey in June, “Capturing growth in Asia’s emerging EV ecosystem”, the transport sector is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, so electric vehicles (EVs) “will be pivotal for meeting the climate change challenge in Asia”. McKinsey estimates that EVs “could contribute around 14 percent of emission abatement potential” between 2018 and 2050.

Southeast Asia is one of the world’s largest motorbike markets, with more than 85 percent of households owning one. However, less than 1 percent are electric. According to Statista’s report, the leading concern for buying an EV was the lack of an EV charging infrastructure.

Oyika helps accelerate and lower the barriers to EV adoption by setting up a network of battery swap stations and charging infrastructure for e-motorbikes, which operates seamlessly with its swappable smart batteries and mobile application. Its battery swap service is bundled with third-party e-motorbikes through affordable subscription plans, similar to telco subscription plans bundling data and calls with third-party mobile phones.

Oyika solves three primary pain points for e-motorbike adoption, i.e. range anxiety, long charging times, and the upfront purchase cost of batteries. Having its smart batteries powered by affordable and reliable advanced electronics, which Arrow offers, Oyika collects reliable and valuable data to improve the efficiency of its batteries, thereby enhancing performance and prolonging battery life.

Making the benefits of technology accessible to the many

To support local start-ups such as Oyika, Arrow established the NTU-Arrow Invent Lab in collaboration with the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in April 2022. It is one of five worldwide Arrow Open Labs in key technology and innovation hubs. NTU-Arrow Invent Lab is an innovation and experimental platform where technology start-ups develop ideas, unleash creativity, and bring their inventions to life as they tap into Arrow’s global resources.

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Arrow offers engineering guidance in power management, IoT (Internet of Things) telematics, battery management and component selection to help Oyika customise its core technology offering. Arrow engineers help Oyika develop its 4G IoT telematics which includes:

Tracking vehicle speed and location
Monitoring battery condition (parameters such as voltage, current, charge and discharge rate, temperature, vibration and humidity) to better track the location and health of its batteries and to ensure optimal performance
security and safety measures to prevent theft and loss of batteries and vehicles

Creating a sustainable future with technology

“We appreciate Arrow’s support in our development journey. Arrow’s established international network offers priceless value to start-ups like us to access the latest technologies and connect to world-class suppliers. With the support of the NTU-Arrow Invent Lab, our team could tap into Arrow’s engineering resources and tools. Today, we are proud to see our battery swap solutions deployed and supporting e-motorbikes in Cambodia and Indonesia,” said Roderick Chia, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Oyika.

“Sustainability is important to our everyday life, how we live, work, and commute. With Open Labs, Arrow is proud to empower local start-ups like Oyika to create a better tomorrow, leveraging technology to drive sustainability. By offering our engineering consultancy, design-for-manufacturing support, go-to-market resources and expertise to Oyika, we together create a cleaner and leaner mobility solution,” said Jacky Wan, Arrow’s vice president of Engineering for Asia-Pacific.

Between October 5 to 7, Arrow participated in
EV Indonesia 2022
, a three-day premier event for EVs and manufacturing solutions, to showcase its range of innovative mobility solutions, including Oyika’s battery swap offering for e-motorbikes.


PICO Launched New All-in-One VR Headset, the PICO 4 in Malaysia

Malaysians will soon be able to grab hold of the new PICO 4 from authorised dealers,
TikTok Shop
 and PICO flagship stores on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
Malaysians are invited to experience the latest immersive & interactive VR experience at Sunway Pyramid from 13th to 16th October

Following its
global launch
, the PICO 4 is now available in Malaysia. Blending sleek minimalist design and technology, PICO, a leading virtual reality (VR) brand with independent innovation and R&D creation capabilities, offers Malaysians a multitude of ways to
build new connections
,
reimagine life experiences
 and
unlock boundless potential
.

With the growing adoption of technology, VR has gained widespread recognition and has become a growing trend in various industries such as gaming, fitness, and entertainment among others. According to
research
, the virtual reality market in Asia Pacific is expected to witness a strong growth of more than 20% in the next five years.

The gaming and entertainment sector has also been witnessing a strong surge in the adoption of VR technology gears and interfaces for a more fulfilling and immersive user experience. This provides an opportunity for users to leverage the all new PICO 4 to transport themselves into a new world where the experience is more immersive, accurate, and enjoyable as sensory components such as visuals, audio, and haptics are heightened.

“We are excited to launch the PICO 4 in Malaysia,” said Allen An, Regional Director of PICO Southeast Asia. “Our mission is to connect people to a world of infinite possibilities and bring the virtual world to life, all within the comfort of wireless all-day play. With the PICO 4, users will be able to enjoy
better comfort
 through a lighter body and balanced design;
better picture
 with the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 processor, 4K+ level 90Hz display and pancake options that brings 105° ultra-wide field of view combined with 6DoF (six degrees of freedom) tracking; and
more entertainment
with native 6DoF games and apps that can be found in the PICO Store.”

“As the
 first all-in-one VR headset to be officially introduced in the Malaysian market
 with a dedicated local team, official agents, and mainstream retail partners, we strive to provide Malaysians with a VR experience like no other and to be able to drive the development of the VR industry in Malaysia bringing local audiences worldwide and on a journey to explore a world of infinite possibilities with VR,” he added.

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Roadshow

Starting from 13th October up to 16th October, Malaysians can visit the Orange Concourse of Sunway Pyramid to get a first-hand experience of the various features of the PICO 4. During that time, patrons can enjoy a short film in stunning ultra 4k high-definition visual and binaural spatial audio using the VR headset, express their creativity as they draw on a blank canvas using the controllers, and experience VR gaming and fitness activities enhanced with the 6DoF spatial positioning and realistic haptic feedbacks from the HyperSense vibration controllers.

Patrons are also encouraged to share the most creative picture and caption of their documented VR experience on social media with the hashtags #PICOXR, #PICO4, and #MY1stVR. Participants with the most creative caption and photo will be eligible to win exclusive prizes.

Each day, there will be 45-minute time slots at 12pm, 3pm, and 6pm for patrons to compete in matches such as tennis, golf, darts, archery, bowling, boxing, or badminton to stand a chance to win exclusive vouchers. Participants with the highest score of the day from Friday to Sunday will also be in the running to win a PICO 4.

Pricing and Availability

The PICO 4 128GB and 256GB will be available for purchase at RM1,699 and RM1,999 respectively from 12th October onwards from authorised PICO dealers namely Impulse Gaming, Thunder Match, and Urban Republic; PICO flagship stores on
Shopee
 and
Lazada
; as well as
TikTok Shop
 and receive their device from 14 October. Early birds who make their purchases between 12th to 16th October can also enjoy RM100 off the devices.

To commemorate the launch of PICO 4 in Malaysia, PICO will also be offering users who make their purchases between now till January 2023
four free games
 to begin their VR journey. These include All-in-One Sports VR, Down The Rabbit Hole, OhShape, and After The Fall.

All PICO devices will be distributed by Rainbow Distribution Sdn Bhd, PICO’s official distributor. For more information on the PICO 4, visit PICO’s official
website
.


PRISM+ Hits The Right Notes With The Launch of Soundbar Line-Up in Malaysia

The line-up will feature two models, the PRISM+ Symphony and PRISM+ Flow
Both soundbars will feature best-in-class features and are up to twenty percent more affordable than its rivals from existing brands
The PRISM+ Symphony and Flow will go on pre-order from 28 Oct, with launch date expected to be in mid-November

Consumer tech brand PRISM+ today announced the latest addition to its line-up of home entertainment systems with the launch of the PRISM+ Symphony and PRISM+ Flow Soundbars. With the launch, the brand aims to provide a holistic home cinematic experience – while bringing its premium value proposition to the audio space.

The PRISM+ Symphony, which will feature best-in-class technologies such as Dolby Atmos® spatial audio, 11 speakers for better sound separation, an 8” wireless subwoofer, and 3D-surround sound will retail at MYR 1,999. Meanwhile, the PRISM+ Flow will retail at MYR 799 and will be one of the few in its class to feature a wireless subwoofer.

Both soundbars will go on pre-order today on the PRISM+ website, Lazada store, Shopee store and its retail store – and are expected to launch in mid-November.

PRISM+’s latest line of home cinema products comes from the back of wildly successful launches. Having introduced its full line-up of Q-Series Pro TVs in Malaysia earlier this year, as well as launching its first retail store in Malaysia, the brand has continued to show tremendous growth in the market. This year, the brand has seen its revenue increase over 30% from Q1 2022 (January – March) to Q2 2022 (April – June).

Eric Kam, Country Director of PRISM+ Malaysia,
said, “
We see Malaysia as a tremendous

market for us in terms of opportunity, and this has been reflected by how well-received we

have been in the market. The launch of the Symphony and Flow soundbar is a step forward in

the evolution of the brand as we continue to make premium home cinematic experiences

more accessible while also supporting best-in-class, immersive audio technologies like Dolby
 A
tmos.
”

Premium Sound at Affordable Pricing

The advent of the Flow and Symphony soundbars will be an evolutionary mark in the consumer tech brand’s history, as this is PRISM+’s maiden journey into the audio space market. Targeted at different audience segments, PRISM+ Symphony soundbars will feature Dolby Atmos for a fully immersive home cinematic experience, while the PRISM+ Flow soundbars will support Dolby Audio for a dynamic audio experience.

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The PRISM+ Symphony’s stand-out feature is undoubtedly the Dolby Atmos – allowing the premium soundbar to immerse users in their favourite entertainment with sound that moves all around with breathtaking realism. Priced at RM1,999, the PRISM+ Symphony is the most affordable premium soundbar in its class. When coupled with the upward-firing speakers, this 5.1.2 soundbar breaks new boundaries with an added height dimension for sounds.

Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby TrueHD will also be supported by the Symphony. This will provide users with an optimum experience even on devices or platforms that do not support Dolby Atmos.

In addition, the Symphony features an HDMI-eARC port that will allow users to play high fidelity audio, as well as a peak power output of 760 watts – allowing users to enjoy higher quality audio performance and a deeper, fuller bass without distortions even at higher volumes.

“
The launch of the PRISM+ Symphony and PRISM+ Flow is a realisation of our goal to bring true cinematic immersion into the living rooms of our consumers. We worked closely with trusted partners such as Dolby to optimise our products for a seamless user experience.
”
Eric Kam, Country Director of PRISM+ Malaysia

Users looking for an entry-level audio set-up need to look no further than the PRISM+ Flow. Priced at RM799, the Flow is a 2.1 speaker with 240W peak power output powered by Dolby Audio Technology. The versatile soundbar measures at a length of 890mm x 82mm x 58mm, making it suitable for desktop setups as well as small bedrooms. Aside from Dolby Audio, this soundbar also supports both Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus.

Both soundbars will feature wireless subwoofers, allowing for a more versatile set-up, meaning that users can place the subwoofer in the optimum position in their homes. In addition, both the Flow and Symphony come with five preset modes for News, Music, Sport, Gaming, and Movie – as well as adjustable LED brightness, and can be navigated via the TV remote to ensure a seamless home cinematic experience.

Pricing and Availability

The PRISM+ Flow and PRISM+ Symphony will be available for pre-order starting today (28 October 2022) and are scheduled to be shipped by the middle of November 2022. Pre-orders can be made from the PRISM+ website, official Lazada and Shopee stores, as well as its retail store at Sunway Pyramid. For more information on price, details, and specifications, please visit:
 https://prismplus.my


Prudential and Google Cloud to Make Healthcare More Accessible Across Asia and Africa

Leading insurance group, Prudential plc (Prudential) and Google Cloud today announced a strategic partnership to enhance health and financial inclusion for communities across Asia and Africa.

Under this alliance, Prudential will leverage Google Cloud’s data analytics capabilities, secure and sustainable infrastructure, and the broader Google ecosystem, to accelerate its digital transformation and to enhance user engagement of its health and wealth platform, Pulse. For Google Cloud, this partnership presents an opportunity to collaborate with a leading insurance provider to make protection, health and savings solutions simpler and more accessible across Asia and Africa.

Pulse is part of Prudential’s multi-channel strategy to make healthcare more accessible and increase financial inclusion. The app provides users with access to services such as health risk assessment and online doctor consultation to help them better manage their health needs, as well as digital wealth tools to make financial decisions simpler
1
. Pulse is available in 17 markets and 11 languages.

Solmaz Altin, Managing Director, Strategic Business Group, Prudential
, said: “Across our markets, people are living longer, but not necessarily healthier and better. Harnessing technology, we want to empower people to live well for longer by making it easier for them to take care of their health and plan for their financial futures.

“Through this strategic partnership, we will leverage new technology solutions to make the Pulse platform more intelligent and engaging with the aim of reaching out to more people across Asia and Africa, in particular those who cannot easily access health and financial information and services.”

Solmaz Altin, Managing Director, Strategic Business Group, Prudential

This announcement deepens the existing relationship between Prudential and Google that began in 2019. Prudential is using Google Maps in the Pulse application, and further projects with Google Health, Document AI and Fitbit are being explored to enhance efficiency, functionality and user engagement.

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Prudential expects to benefit from Google’s suite of data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools such as Kubeflow, Looker, BigQuery and Vertex AI, to enhance customer interactions and to provide more personalised, accurate healthcare information and education to Pulse app users.

In the longer term, Prudential will look to adopt Google’s AI across a broader digital strategy to make accessing insurance simpler, to drive greater efficiency, and to increase agent productivity. For example, through technology such as advanced analytics and AI, Prudential aims to use data to help its agents better understand the needs of their customers. It is also looking to improve customer experience, by digitising the entire claims process, making submission, assessment, and approval more seamless and efficient.

“At Google Cloud, our aim is to help our enterprise customers use technology to deliver outstanding experiences for their customers,” said
Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud
. “Prudential is a significant partner of ours and a leading insurer that has been protecting lives for nearly 175 years globally. Our work together will make it easier for people to safeguard their health and protect their finances for the long term with digital tools that are accessible.”

Prudential has more than 530,000 agents across its 23 markets in Asia and Africa and over 170 bancassurance partners with access to circa 27,600 bank branches, serving more than 19 million customers
2
.

Notes:
1
 Pulse’s health and wealth features/services vary in different markets
2
As at 30 Jun 2022


Roborock 10.10 Shopee One-Day-Only Sale – Roborock Vacuum as Low as RM1,499

Roborock, the makers of intelligent home robots, is offering a one-day-sale with up to 50% off its products with free delivery on 10 October for its 10.10 Shopee Sale Day, including fan favorites Roborock G10, S7 MaxV Ultra and S7.

With up to 50% off, where the Roborock G10 will go for as low as just RM 3,699, S7 MaxV Ultra as low as RM5,099 and S7 at only RM2,099, this is one sale customers don’t want to miss out on! The deals are available exclusively via the brand’s official store on
Shopee
.

Model
RRP
10.10 Sale
Roborock G10
RM12,000
RM3,699
Roborock Q7 Max+
RM5,600
RM2,699
Roborock Q7 Max
RM4,399
RM1,899
Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra
RM11,399
RM5,099
Roborock S7 MaxV
RM6,799
RM3,099
Roborock S7
RM4,999
RM2,099
Roborock S7+
RM9,599
RM3,899
Roborock Dyad
RM5,999
RM1,899
Roborock Ultra Dock
RM4,999
RM2,099
Roborock Onyx Dock
RM4,999
RM2,099
Roborock S6 MaxV
RM3,999
RM1,999
Roborock S6 Pure
RM3,399
RM1,599
Roborock H7
RM3,399
RM1,499

Launched just this year, the Roborock G10 is a dual function robot vacuum, capable of sweeping and mopping, on top of vacuuming. With Intense Sonic Mopping, the Roborock G10 adopts a high-frequency vibration design of up to 3,000 rpm motor which can effectively remove dirt on the ground. With the combination of floating mopping module and high-frequency vibration, even if the surface is rough and uneven, specks of dirt can effectively be removed.

Meanwhile, the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra is the company’s premium S-Series lineup. Compatibility with Empty Wash Fill Dock, the dock reduced manual maintenance for customers. Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra powered by ReactiveAI 2.0 Obstacle Avoidance System, a combination of an RGB camera, 3D structured light and an all-new neural processing unit, the S7 MaxV Ultra recognizes objects in its path more accurately and adapts quickly to clean around them, regardless of lighting conditions.

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In addition to that, the S7 MaxV Ultra features Roborock’s acclaimed VibraRise® technology, a combination of sonic mopping with an automatic mop lift designed to transition smoothly over contrasting surfaces, while delivering effective high-intensity scrubs to tackle surface dirt.

For more information about Roborock, please visit
https://us.roborock.com/
 or
https://www.facebook.com/RoborockMY


Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Long Term Review – Flexing All The Improvements

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4

RM4,099.00

9

Price

8.0/10

Performance

9.5/10

Design

9.5/10

Camera

9.0/10

Battery

9.0/10

				Pros

IPX8 waterproof rating

Great design

Good battery life

Awesome performance

Good camera

				Cons

Fragile

Tends to heat up after long camera use

Buy Now

This is a long term review of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4.

It has been a little over a month since I received the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and I have been putting it to the test since. I was looking forward to the review that I often watch the early reviews on YouTube before I receive the unit. And now, I have it. It has been over a month and this will be my full honest review on the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4.

Just like all the recent Samsung flagships, the Galaxy Z Flip4 comes in a thin box and doesn’t come with the charging brick. The only items you will get inside the box is the Galaxy Z Flip4 itself and the type-C charging cable along with the nobody-bother-to-read documentations. I received the Graphite colour variant and I am pleased with the colour selection. I love all the other colours available but somehow I prefer to have it in a dark tone for this one.

First look at the Galaxy Z Flip4

The unboxing process was very short and simple. There’s nothing much that I can unbox from the box other than the phone itself, a type-C charger and the documentations. But I was astounded by the familiar design as it looked quite similar to the third iteration of the Flip series. With all the similarities, tech reviewers will notice the differences between the Flip3 and the Flip4 the minute they hold the device. The most obvious difference for me is the size of the flip panel at the back. It is slimmer on the Flip4. It doesn’t protrude as much as before. That made it feel smaller when closed.

And the satisfying feeling of flipping and closing the Galaxy Z Flip4 shell is made better this time, thanks to it being more sturdy and solid. Closing the shell is so satisfying. It only snaps right at the end, just before touching the opposite shell. But I am still careful when handling the Galaxy Z Flip4. I never drop it, yet. I just feel that it needs that extra tender loving care when I hold it in my hand. One reason is that it is expensive. No denying that. And another reason is that I don’t want to damage the flip mechanism. That would be a big ouch to me.

But nonetheless, the Galaxy Z Flip4 is made to be waterproof. On the flip side, pun intended, it is not dust proof. The IPX8 rating is explained as the product is water resistant, but it is not dust proof. So if you’re out on the beach, be careful not to drop the Galaxy Z Flip4 in the sand. I also noticed that the crease in the middle where the display is being folded is slightly less obvious. But when I run my thumb across it while scrolling the pages, I can still feel it’s there. Some people are annoyed by this but I take it as it is. I know it’s a flip and this is bound to happen. So I’m basically okay with it.

When the shell is folded, the Galaxy Z Flip4 measures at 84.9 x 71.9 x 15.9-17.1 mm while it measures 165.2 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm when unfolded. At 6.9mm thickness, the Galaxy Z Flip4 feels super thin and slim. The Galaxy Z Flip4 is also narrow from the sides making it look “tall” when unfolded. Some of the pages on TikTok were being cropped at the sides because of this. That is one thing I noticed when using the Galaxy Z Flip4 to browse the now popular social media platform. This probably can be addressed with some software upgrades later on. Not a big issue for me anyways.

Display

The front cover display is Super AMOLED measuring at 1.9” with 260 x 512 pixels. It is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+ so that it doesn’t break easily. You can customise the cover display to your liking right from the phone settings. I like to have it minimal and simple. You can go through the front cover widgets by tapping on the screen to activate it and swiping the screen to the left. You can customise the sequence for this as well, depending on which widget you want to see first before the other. As for notifications, it will display on the main screen momentarily before it disappears but you can view them again by swiping the screen to the right.

The inside display is gorgeous. It is a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, with up to 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. It also has a super high 1200 nits peak brightness that will blind you in total darkness. The internal display measures at 6.7” with 85.4% screen-to-body ratio at 1080 x 2640 pixels resolution. There is no other display that is as good as Samsung’s AMOLED display. I will give them that. It just looks so good, especially at full 120Hz refresh rate while gaming. More on that later.

The Power and The Brain

To support it all, the Galaxy Z Flip4 will need all the power it can have. That is why it comes with the current greatest Snapdragon series, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. The 4nm processing power of the SD8+ G1 is still unmatched by many and has a reputation at being blazingly fast at graphic processing. It is obvious to see that I am a big fan of this chipset. And to support the awesome chipset, the Galaxy Z Flip4 is equipped with 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. The review unit I have is the base version with 128GB of storage. That is still a lot to start with.

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Question here is, do I need more RAM? Providing only 8GB of RAM on the Galaxy Z Flip4 seems like not enough. But after more than a month of testing, I find that 8GB of RAM works really well even when multitasking. Nevertheless, it would be nice to have more RAM. Same goes with the camera. The Galaxy Z Flip4 comes only with a dual camera system. Do we all need a third one?

Just like the Flip3, the Galaxy Z Flip4 comes with an identical and similar looking dual camera system. I do notice that it has slightly bigger lenses on both cameras to bring in more light. The selfie camera is however, the same one from last year’s Flip3. But most of the camera improvements are being done on the software side instead of the hardware. Photos will turn out sharper with better colour balance across the board. Video performance has been improved as well. I notice better autofocus and tracking focus when shooting a moving subject. In my own personal opinion, having a dual camera system on the Galaxy Z Flip4 is just enough.

Usage

More can be done with the camera on the Galaxy Z Flip4. More fun stuff to be precise. Thanks to the gorgeous cover screen display, I can take selfies using the main rear camera with the help of the cover display to get myself in frame. Flip it open halfway and it can stand on its own. Leave your tripod at home because with the Galaxy Z Flip4, you don’t need it. The versatility of the Flip4 and its camera system will excite the social media influencers indefinitely. Even I got excited when I play around with the camera.

On another note, it is not all about fun and taking selfies. The Galaxy Z Flip4 is powerful enough to be a daily driver especially in multitasking. There are many ways that I can use the Flip4, one of which is to use it as my note taking app. Since I use Samsung Notes, all my previous notes from the other Samsung devices that I’ve reviewed are stored in the cloud. Therefore I can still access all my notes across any Samsung phones I’m using. Take note that I also have a Samsung tablet for my personal daily use. Pun intended, again.

Since the Galaxy Z Flip4 is a little narrow on the sides, reading articles on the web browser is very satisfying. I can see more text on the tall(er) screen and I realised that I do a lot more reading on the Galaxy Z Flip4 than on any other phone I have. Plus, the dynamic refresh rate keeps the screen animation smooth and lag-free.

Battery life has been improved too. The Galaxy Z Flip4 is fitted with a 3700mAh battery to power it up as opposed to 3300mAh on the Galaxy Z Flip3. It also supports faster charging at 25W to get up to 50% within 30 minutes, as advertised. As for the wireless charging, it has also been bumped up to support up to 15W from 10W on the previous Flip3. I do notice the significant difference in the wireless charging while using the compatible Qi charger. I got it up to 100% much faster than the Flip3. Overall, the battery performance is all good in my book.

Play Time

Just like Samsung’s other flagships, the Galaxy Z Flip4 also comes with a stereo speaker setup for an immersive entertainment experience. The immersive surround experience is powered by Dolby Atmos, a familiar sound system that is available on all Samsung’s flagship phones today. It would also be great to pair the Galaxy Z Flip4 with Samsung’s latest Galaxy Buds2 Pro to bring you the best of both worlds in audio and visual experience.

Love watching movies on your phone? You will be pleased with the Galaxy Z Flip4 as the screen is wider when viewed in landscape orientation. And the stereo speakers are loud and clear, with good deep bass to give that extra punch. With a display this good, you may never go back to watching regular TVs. Ok, I may exaggerate a little too much there but you’ll know what I mean when you actually use it for that purpose. I spent hours on YouTube and Netflix with this phone. I even ditched my Samsung tablet because the Galaxy Z Flip4 is much lighter and smaller to hold while lying down on my bed. And you do not want to drop a tablet on your face while watching any movies. Been there, done that.

If you’re into gaming, the good news is that the Galaxy Z Flip4 handles heavy graphics superbly. My usual PUBG Mobile feels flawless and super smooth, all thanks to the powerful SD8+ G1 chipset. The better news is that it is just as smooth when playing Genshin Impact, a game known to be very power hungry and is very demanding when it comes to graphic rendering. However on the bad side, the Galaxy Z Flip4 tends to heat up when playing graphic heavy games for a long time. That is one of my worries with this device. I think Samsung needs to look into this in their next generation upgrade.

On testing with Antutu, the Galaxy Z Flip4 passed my expectations with flying colours. I do expect it to breach the 800k mark but did not expect it to score high. At 876225 points, the Galaxy Z Flip4 placed itself among the best in the market at the moment. For such a “small” device, it comes with huge power. All I can say is that you can never go wrong with the Galaxy Z Flip4 this time. But of course, it can be better in some areas.

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Samsung Tizen OS Expands Its Global Presence With New Licensing Partnerships

New Smart TVs powered by Tizen from the first licensing partners will be available in 2022

Samsung Electronics today announced a partnership with leading international ODM (Original Development Manufacturing) companies such as Atmaca, HKC and Tempo — a collaboration that will enable non-Samsung smart TV models to use Tizen OS for the first time. New TVs from Bauhn, Linsar, Sunny, Vispera and other brands will be available in Australia, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, Türkiye and the United Kingdom this year, allowing more consumers to enjoy a premium smart TV experience enabled by Tizen, an open source OS for Samsung Smart TV.

The new smart TVs powered by Tizen follow the announcement of Samsung’s Tizen TV Platform Licensing program at the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) in 2021. The licensing program allows other TV brands to take advantage of Tizen OS, which provides industry-leading smart features, content discoverability tools, apps and modern user interface for the ultimate smart TV experience.

To support the seamless adoption of Tizen OS, Samsung collaborates with a selection of partners on content licensing and hardware optimizations. These partnerships give many TV brands access to a whole world of entertainment that Samsung Smart TVs exclusively provide, while also allowing Tizen to leverage its ever-expanding ecosystem to strengthen its offerings. Key features that the users of the licensed TV brands will gain access to include:

Samsung TV Plus, Samsung’s free streaming TV and video platform that will allow users to enjoy hundreds of live channels, entertainment, news, shows and sports — for free.
Universal Guide, allowing easy browsing and discovery of all content across different streaming apps, along with personalized recommendations so users can spend more time watching and less time searching.
Bixby, a voice assistant platform that will provide users with more convenient way to explore smart TVs. Users can tell Bixby to search, watch, or perform various features.

Since Samsung teamed up with the Linux Foundation to unveil the first version in 2012, Tizen OS has made an exponential growth over the past decade. To date, around 200 million people from 197 countries are using Samsung Smart TVs powered by Tizen, and, the number is expected to expand with the latest addition of Tizen-powered smart TVs.

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“2022 has been a memorable year for Tizen OS as we celebrate its 10
th
 anniversary and the very first Tizen-powered smart TVs available from other brands,” said Yongjae Kim, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Starting with these new Tizen-powered smart TVs, we will continue to expand the licensing program and introduce Tizen OS and its ecosystem to more products and brands around the world.”

For more details, please visit
www.samsung.com
.