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New Arrival: PRISM+ Ventures into Laundry Washers and Dryers

Thursday, March 13th, 2025

PRISM+ has entered the laundry appliances market with the launch of its Monsoon Laundry Series and unveiling of premium Cyclone Laundry Series — both including washers, dryers and washer/dryer combos. Price and availability below.

The new Laundry Series from PRISM+ will feature Singapore’s first UV-light sanitation dryer.

The new Laundry Series from PRISM+ will feature Singapore’s first UV-light sanitation dryer.

Starting out with TVs and gaming monitors, PRISM+ has grown into a company offering home technology and appliances.

Following the launch of its refrigerator products one year ago, the local company has launched its first laundry products with its Monsoon lineup of front load washers, heat pump dryers with UV-light sanitation and washer/dryer combos.

Prices and availability of the PRISM+ Monsoon Laundry Series. Prices for the Space Grey colour are S$20 higher than the white version.

Prices and availability of the PRISM+ Monsoon Laundry Series. Prices for the Space Grey colour are S$20 higher than the white version.

For those looking for premium features, PRISM+ will introduce the Cyclone Series in Q2 2025 — with AI-driven washing, auto detergent dosing, and an ultra-quiet Direct Drive motor.

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New Arrival: ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD in Singapore

Thursday, February 20th, 2025

The ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD (S$799) is a portable monitor with two 14-inch OLED screens to enable users to extend or mirror laptop content across two displays via a single USB-C connection.

ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD will be available in Singapore in mid-March 2025 for S$799.

ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD will be available in Singapore in mid-March 2025 for S$799.

Key highlights of the ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD include the following.

  • Dual 14″ OLED panels each have 16:10 aspect ratio, 1920 x 1200 resolution to create a workspace with an area equivalent to a 20″ monitor.
  • 100% DCI-P3 gamut, Delta E <2 color accuracy, plus DisplayHDR True Black certification ensure exceptional visuals.
  • Versatile ultraportable 1.07kg design features durable 360° hinge, tripod socket, integrated fold-out kickstand to prop device in landscape or portrait orientation.
  • Flexible connectivity options include mini-HDMI and two USB Type-C ports, and DisplayWidget Center software enables automatic screen rotation.

More details below from the press release.

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Kahoot! Teams Up with Hello Kitty and Sanrio Characters for Free Educational Games in Singapore

Monday, February 17th, 2025

The new collaboration between Kahoot! and Sanrio is now available in Singapore and offers engaging learning experiences to help children and lifelong learners develop future-ready skills.

Kahoot! x Sanrio, now available in Singapore.

Kahoot! x Sanrio, now available in Singapore.

Kahoot!, the global learning and engagement platform, is thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration with the globally loved Sanrio characters, including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kerokerokeroppi, Mr. Men Little Miss and many more.

This collaboration introduces a collection of educational learning games designed for children and families.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: Huawei WATCH Ultimate Green Edition

Friday, September 20th, 2024

The Huawei Watch Ultimate Green Edition was unveiled during the Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona, Spain and introduces Advanced Golf features and enhanced outdoor experiences.

The Huawei WATCH Ultimate Green Edition will be available for pre-order in Singapore starting September 26, 2024 -- the date for the APAC launch in Kuala Lumpur. Stay tuned for local prices as I will be attending the launch.

The Huawei WATCH Ultimate Green Edition will be available for pre-order in Singapore starting September 26, 2024 — the date for the APAC launch in Kuala Lumpur. Stay tuned for local prices as I will be attending the launch.

The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate sports a Zirconium-based liquid metal material case and 100-metre true submersible water resistance, making it Huawei’s first 10 ATM smartwatch under the ISO 22810:2010 standard and with EN13319 certification for diving accessories which supports dives with a maximum depth of 100 metres.

Additionally, it offers up to 14-days of battery life.

The new Green Edition introduces a new Green colourway, an Advanced Golf Course Mode and upgraded Expedition Mode features.

More details below about the smartwatch from the press release.

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Event: Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona Unveils Wearables and Tablets

Thursday, September 19th, 2024

The Huawei Innovative Product launch in Barcelona, Spain introduced a slew of exciting wearables (Huawei GT 5 Series, Huawei Watch D2, and Huawei Watch Ultimate Green Edition) and tablets (Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2-inch and Huawei MatePad Air).

The Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona unveils next-gen wearables experience and seamless productivity with tablets.

The Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona unveils next-gen wearables experience and seamless productivity with tablets.

Products will be available for pre-order in Singapore starting September 26, 2024 — the date for the APAC launch in Kuala Lumpur.

Stay tuned as I will be attending the launch.

During the Barcelona launch, Alex Huang, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Consumer BG, emphasised the brand’s global impact and commitment to innovation.

Highlighting Huawei’s commitment to blend cutting-edge technology, fashion, and creativity, into the products, seamlessly integrating them into consumers’ daily lives, the brand continues to inspire consumers through campaigns such as Light Up Your Rings initiative and GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity.

Some highlights below from the Huawei Innovative Product Launch in Barcelona.

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StarHub Collaborates with NUS for Borderless University

Friday, July 5th, 2024

StarHub and the National University of Singapore (NUS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today to collaborate on building Singapore’s first ‘Borderless University’.

Tan Shui-Min (left), Chief Information Technology Officer, National University of Singapore and Tan Kit Yong (right), Head of Enterprise Business Group, StarHub at the Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony.

Tan Shui-Min (left), Chief Information Technology Officer, National University of Singapore and Tan Kit Yong (right), Head of Enterprise Business Group, StarHub at the Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony.

The collaboration aims to elevate campus experience, enhance network connectivity and drive cutting-edge innovation.

It will leverage ultra-fast, uninterrupted and borderless connectivity, through the deployment of state-of-the-art digital infrastructure, to further elevate the University’s aspirations in education, research and innovation.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: All-in-One Compact TM-m30III Receipt Printer

Thursday, June 27th, 2024

The Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer offers a new versatile point-of-sale (POS) printing solution that supports the operational demands of the Retail and Food & Beverage industry. Available now in Singapore.

The versatile TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer has built in multiple connectivity options, paper de-curl mechanism and UTF-8 font support.

The versatile Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer has built in multiple connectivity options, paper de-curl mechanism and UTF-8 font support.

The new Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer streamlines operations, enhances customer experiences, and elevates efficiency for businesses.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM A4 Inkjet Printers

Friday, April 5th, 2024

The new Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 A4 colour multifunction printers will be available for sale in Singapore by May 2024.

The Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 colour multifunction printers is a new line of energy-efficient and compact mid-range A4 printers that optimises office layouts without having to compromise on productivity.

The Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 colour multifunction printers is a new line of energy-efficient and compact mid-range A4 printers that optimises office layouts without having to compromise on productivity.

The introduction of the new inkjet printer is aligned with Epson’s sustainability commitment and follows the phasing out of its laser printers in Southeast Asia at the end of 2023.

This new range of business inkjet printers aims to provide an equally efficient and affordable alternative to laser printing by incorporating innovative solutions and compact design into the lineup.

With fast print speeds of 40 and 55 pages per minute, even in duplex mode, these new models are the A4 counterparts to their A3 siblings: the Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C4000 and AM-C5000 which were introduced in early 2023.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: Huawei MateBook D 16 (2024) Laptop

Wednesday, March 20th, 2024

The latest iteration of the Huawei MateBook D 16 (2024) is priced at S$1,048 and will be available in Singapore on 27 March 2024. Promotional discounts below.

The Huawei MateBook D 16 (2024) can be laid flat on the table for collaborative work.

The Huawei MateBook D 16 (2024) can be laid flat on the table for collaborative work.

The MateBook D 16 (2024) has a large 16-inch display and sports a 13th Gen Intel Core i5 High Performance Processor, bolstered by Dual Shark Fin Fan technology, with a 70Wh battery.

The workhorse weighs 1.68kg and is slim at 17mm, with a screen-to-body ratio of up to 90%.

Promotional discounts for the Huawei MateBook D 16 (2024).

Promotional discounts for the Huawei MateBook D 16 (2024).

The MateBook D 16 (2024) has a 180 degree hinge so it can lay flat on the table.

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Toyota Motor Vietnam Chooses Synology for Data Management

Tuesday, March 19th, 2024

Toyota Motor Vietnam, one of Vietnam’s largest automobile manufacturers, is partnering with Synology to strengthen its data management infrastructure for its growing data storage and resiliency demands.

Toyota Motor Vietnam is deploying Synology’s data management infrastructure as a comprehensive solution to enhance business resilience and to achieve a 75% savings in data backup costs.

Toyota Motor Vietnam is deploying Synology’s data management infrastructure as a comprehensive solution to enhance business resilience and to achieve a 75% savings in data backup costs.

Toyota Motor Vietnam deployed Synology data management systems to securely store hundreds of terabytes of data that are generated from assembling tens of thousands of vehicles per year.

“Synology’s storage solution has increased our business resilience. Synology is reliable, secure, and provides future-proofing scalability for growing data needs,” said Bui Ta Hoan, IT Division Head at Toyota Motor Vietnam.

Together with Synology’s high availability and remote data protection features, Toyota Motor Vietnam’s IT infrastructure is now more resilient against disruptions.

The impetus for the rollout comes from the growth of production scale at Toyota Motor Vietnam over the years, which resulted in the need for more data storage for operation services and crucial data backups.

To safeguard their data from potential threats like ransomware, natural disasters, and human errors, Toyota Motor Vietnam sought a disaster-recovery solution.

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