Archive for the ‘Events’ Category

Creative Technology Founder, Chairman & CEO Sim Wong Hoo Dies

Thursday, January 5th, 2023

Singapore’s iconic tech entrepreneur, Sim Wong Hoo, died yesterday (4 January, 2023), aged 67. RIP.

Sim Wong Hoo has won accolades from industry and government for his innovations and entrepreneurship.

Sim Wong Hoo has won accolades from industry and government for his innovations and entrepreneurship. Photo: Creative Technology.

Sim Wong Hoo co-founded Creative Technology with Ng Kai Wa in 1981 and has been the Chairman and Chief Executive Office since inception.

Following Sim’s demise, the Board of Creative Technology has, during this transition period, appointed Lee Kheng Nam, Lead Independent Non-Executive Director, as acting Chairman, and Ng Kai Wa, Independent Non-Executive Director, as acting Vice Chairman.

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CES 2023: Asus Vision of “Seeing An Incredible Future”

Thursday, January 5th, 2023

During its virtual launch event for CES 2023, Asus showcased new lineups which pushed the envelopes of performance, introduced glasses-free 3D displays, and added durability with new sustainable solutions.

Asus unveiled a huge slew of new products at its CES 2023 virtual launch event.

Asus unveiled a huge slew of new products at its CES 2023 virtual launch event.

Highlight is the ASUS Spatial Vision, the world’s first glasses-free 3D OLED laptop display technology, which provides a unique visual and working experience for creators.

“As we progress on this incredible journey towards sustainability, we continually leverage our technological leadership, data-driven rigor, and human-centered philosophy. Our goal is to ultimately create a net-zero enterprise that drives the shift towards a circular economy — with a responsible supply chain creating shared values for each and every one of us,” said ASUS Co-CEO S.Y. Hsu.

ASUS also announced its creator solutions including laptops with up to the latest 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9 HX series CPU and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 40 Series Laptop GPUs.

New products include ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED (H7604), Zenbook Pro 16X OLED (UX7602BZ), Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404), Zenbook 14X OLED (UX3404), Vivobook Pro 16X 3D OLED (K6604), ProArt Display OLED PA32DCM, and ProArt Display PA279CRV.

A range of new commercial products was also announced, each delivering performance, versatility, and expandability for business.

Highlights included the new ExpertBook B9 OLED (B9403CVA) a light and powerful commercial laptop crafted for business executives, the ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip (CX3401FBA) laptop for immersive gaming and versatility, and the ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 router for high speeds and high security.

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Belkin Celebrates 40 Years with Greater Sustainability

Wednesday, January 4th, 2023

Belkin has embraced greater sustainability in the materials it uses in its products, as well as in its packaging.

Belkin is already on its way to becoming 100% carbon neutral in scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2025. Its commitment to review all areas of the business has included a focus on reducing single use plastics in packaging which has seen up to 90% reduction in plastic usage in some products.

Belkin is already on its way to becoming 100% carbon neutral in scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2025. Its commitment to review all areas of the business has included a focus on reducing single use plastics in packaging which has seen up to 90% reduction in plastic usage in some products.

In the name of sustainability, Belkin is adopting more responsible ways of building and packaging its consumer electronics products.

Beginning with its top selling mobile power products, several of Belkin’s most popular wireless chargers, power banks, wall chargers, and car chargers will receive updated product housing materials that consist of 73-75% post-consumer recycled plastics (PCR) and plastic-free packaging.

Belkin is currently working towards carbon neutrality in scope 3 emissions.

Belkin is currently working towards carbon neutrality in scope 3 emissions.

The product transition will be rolled out beginning 2023 and will save an estimated 7,000 metric tons of carbon emissions and reduce CO2-eq emissions for these products by up to 67%.

More details below from the press release.

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CES 2023: Acer Unveils New Laptops, Monitors and Bike Desk

Wednesday, January 4th, 2023

Ahead of CES 2023 Acer unveils a slew of products in its “Explore the new balance” global press conference that includes new gaming, work and home laptops, monitors and a cycling work table.

Acer has unveiled a large slew of gaming, work and personal laptops, monitors and an innovative Bike Desk for CES 2023.

Acer has unveiled a large slew of gaming, work and personal laptops, monitors and an innovative Bike Desk for CES 2023.

Here’s a selection of Acer’s new announcements.

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CES 2023: LG Announces Products for Consumer Electronics Show

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023

As CES 2023 approaches, Korean electronics maker LG has been rolling out announcements of new products.

LG will be showcasing its slew of new home appliances during CES 2023. Photo: LG Electronics.

LG will be showcasing its slew of new home appliances during CES 2023. Photo: LG Electronics.

Here’s a selection of their latest press releases.

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CES 2023: LG Announces 2023 TV Lineup Fronted by OLED TVs

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023

LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled its 2023 TV line-up for CES 2023, headlined by its most advanced range of OLED TVs.

The OLED evo series features LG’s latest TV technology, updated webOS and enhanced personalisation. Photo: LG Electronics.

The OLED evo series features LG’s latest TV technology, updated webOS and enhanced personalisation. Photo: LG Electronics.

The latest LG OLED TVs boast premium self-lit picture quality, powerful image processing technologies, and an enhanced webOS platform offering even more smart features and services.

More details below from the press release.

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CES 2023: Asus ROG to Reveal New Gaming Laptops at “Maxed Out”

Monday, January 2nd, 2023

Asus Republic of Gamers (ROG) will be announcing its new 2023 gaming laptop lineup, with new CPUs and GPUs from AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA; and improvements to its Intelligent Cooling Technology.

Exciting powerful gaming laptops and displays await the avid gamer at the Asus ROG “Maxed Out” launch event.

Exciting powerful gaming laptops and displays await the avid gamer at the Asus ROG “Maxed Out” launch event.

The 2023 Strix family will feature new models with improved cooling and enlarged 16- and 18-inch screens.

The new thin-and-light Zephyrus M16 arrives with an AniMe Matrix display, while the redesigned Flow X13 and XG Mobile have both been upgraded to take advantage of the latest hardware.

More laptops will be graced with Mini LED displays and larger full-width heatsinks.

Holiday Greetings: Happy New Year 2023

Sunday, January 1st, 2023

Happy New Year 2023!

Golden hour at Whipsnade Zoo in the UK. Clear blue skies over a snow-covered landscape in the English countryside. #t4tShotWithHuaweiMate50pro

Golden hour at Whipsnade Zoo in the UK. Clear blue skies over a snow-covered landscape in the English countryside. #t4tShotWithHuaweiMate50pro

May 2023 bring peace, happiness and good fortune to you and your loved ones.

Yeoman Warder Briggs says Happy New Year 2023 to you from the Tower of London! #t4tShotWithHuaweiMate50pro

Yeoman Warder Briggs says Happy New Year 2023 to you from the Tower of London! #t4tShotWithHuaweiMate50pro

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CES 2023: LG Unveils 2nd-Generation LG Signature Home Appliances

Friday, December 30th, 2022

Seven years after its initial launch, LG revamps its Signature appliances by adding differentiated features and technologies that offer more convenience, new colours, materials and finishes that bring a sleeker, more minimalist look to the home.

The aesthetically refined, technologically advanced products from the LG SIGNATURE range will be complemented in each stylish appointed interior scene by Molteni&C’s stunning furniture pieces. Photo: LG Electronics.

The aesthetically refined, technologically advanced products from the LG SIGNATURE range will be complemented in each stylish appointed interior scene by Molteni&C’s stunning furniture pieces. Photo: LG Electronics.

LG Electronics (LG) will unveil its second-generation LG Signature home appliance lineup at CES 2023, in the LG Signature zone of LG’s booth under the theme of “Live Beyond”.

“LG SIGNATURE second-generation appliances combine our exclusive technologies, an array of enhanced features of convenience and efficiency, and gorgeous, modern design for a smart, sustainable and more luxurious life at home,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company.

The models on display at CES will include the new LG Signature 4-Door French-Door refrigerator with Dual InstaView™; a washer and dryer pair with 7-inch LCD touch panels; Over-the-Range Microwave Oven with smart InstaView™; and the double Oven Slide-in Range with built-in cameras and automatic time and temperature-setting functionality.

Among other LG Signature products appearing in the exhibit are an air conditioner, air purifier, OLED TV and the Wine Cellar.

The LG SIGNATURE zone, comprising a living room, laundry room and kitchen, has been created in partnership with Italian designer furniture brand, Molteni&C.

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Holiday Greetings: Fourth and Final Christmas Card for 2022

Wednesday, December 28th, 2022

Today is the fourth day of Christmas. Here’s the final Christmas card from my recent winter vacation in the Cotswolds. This post was first published on The Travel Memoir.

A view of fresh powdered snow from the warmth of the dining room in the little cottage we stayed in during our winter vacation in the Cotswolds in the United Kingdom. This photo was taken with a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphone.

A view of fresh powdered snow from the warmth of the dining room in the little cottage we stayed in during our winter vacation in the Cotswolds in the United Kingdom. This photo was taken with a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphone.

It had not snowed in the Cotswolds for a few years now so it was a pleasant surprise to see the neighbourhood blanketed with snow when we woke up one evening.

As a result, we got to see a side of the Cotswolds not usually experienced by tourists – a winter wonderland of charming cottages nestled in a snowy landscape.

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