Archive for the ‘Accessories’ Category

New arrival: Sony VPL-VW5000ES 4K home theatre projector

Friday, April 15th, 2016

The new 5,000 lumens 4K SXRDTM laser light source projector is now available for pre-order. RRP of the VPL-VW5000ES: S$84,000.

The new Sony VPL-VW5000ES has laser-powered 5,000 lumens 4K resolution and premium features for home theatre enthusiasts.

The new Sony VPL-VW5000ES has laser-powered 5,000 lumens 4K resolution and premium features for home theatre enthusiasts.

Sony’s new reference-quality unit is the first projector designed specifically for home cinema use that features 4K resolution powered by a laser light engine that provides 5,000 lumens of brightness, is compatible with High Dynamic Range (HDR), emulates the new BT.2020 color gamut, and covers the full DCI colour space.

The Sony VPL-VW5000ES is targeted for Home Theatres and retails at an RRP of S$84,000.

The Sony VPL-VW5000ES is targeted for Home Theatres and retails at an RRP of S$84,000.

Sony claims to be the only manufacturer designing projectors specifically for the home theatre market that provides full 4K resolution imagers.

Its advanced SXRD panels are designed to produce outstanding native device contrast and when coupled with the laser light engine, the VPL-VW5000ES provides an infinite dynamic contrast ratio and 5,000 lumens of color light output.

The VPL-VW5000ES covers the full DCI-P3 color gamut.

By taking advantage of its professional calibration tools the VPL-VW5000ES allows the user to choose to emulate the BT.2020 color space, as well.

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EZ-Link launches NFC transit SIM cards for contactless payments

Tuesday, March 29th, 2016

All three local telcos will sell the new NFC transit SIM cards. Supported handsets can be used to pay for MRT, LRT and bus rides; as well as at retail transactions.

EZ-Link introduces NFC transit SIM for contactless payments.

EZ-Link introduces NFC transit SIM for contactless payments.

The NFC transit SIM is a next generation, full-service NFC (near field communication) SIM which can be used for public transport, as well as at more than 30,000 ez-link acceptance points islandwide including shopping, retail, food & beverage and taxis payments.

“Transit is the ‘killer phone app’ Singapore consumers have been looking forward to, and we are pleased to be the first to offer customers the convenience of making payment with the one device that is always with them, their phone,” said P. Subramaniam, Chief Marketing Officer, M1.

Jointly developed by the Land Transport Authority (LTA), the Infocomm Development Authority (IDA) and EZ-Link, the NFC transit SIM will enable commuters to pay for public transit rides using just their NFC mobile phones.

M1 customers will be the first to enjoy contactless transit payments with their NFC transit SIM cards available at M1 Shops from today.

The NFC transit SIM card will cost S$37.45 (including GST).

As a launch promotion, the service activation fee of S$9.10 (including GST) will also be waived for customers signing up from tomorrow until 30 April 2016, while NFC transit SIM card stocks last.

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New arrival: Olympus Stylus TG-4 gets new flash diffuser & firmware upgrade

Tuesday, March 29th, 2016

The new FD-1 diffuser accessory for the Stylus TG-4 improves flash illumination for better macro pictures. Price & availability TBA. Firmware update v2.0 (available now) enables flash activation and enhanced control in the microscope shooting mode.

The new FD-1 flash diffuser (left) promises beautifully diffused illumination for macro photography with Olympus’ ruggedised compact camera - Stylus TG-4 (right).

The new FD-1 flash diffuser (left) promises beautifully diffused illumination for macro photography with Olympus’ ruggedised compact camera – Stylus TG-4 (right).

Olympus has announced the launch of the FD-1 Flash Diffuser accessory for the Stylus Tough TG-4 compact camera.

The FD-1 creates attractive illumination for the macro photography of nature subjects and small objects, by improving the light quality of the camera’s built-in flash.

Complementing the launch of this new accessory is a new firmware for the TG-4, version 2.0.

The latest firmware provides additional flash functionality for macro photography.

The application of direct, on-camera flash illumination brings many benefits to macro photography with the TG-4, making close-up imaging possible in poor ambient lighting conditions.

The aesthetics of direct flash illumination expands the range of creative expression available to the macro photographer.

Sharper, clearer close-up shots can be also captured with a motion freezing burst of flash illumination that helps to overcome camera-shake.

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New arrival: FREE Party Speaker from Pringles music campaign

Saturday, March 26th, 2016

The free speaker uses three AAA-sized batteries and an audio cable for connecting it to a smartphone, MP3 player or other audio devices. Find out below how to get yours FREE.

To get your own #PringlesPartySpeakers, simply purchase 3 specially marked 150gm Pringles cans, visit www.pringles.com, look for the Pringles Party Speaker tab, use the unique code under the Pringles Cans membrane to complete the claim form and the Pringles Party Speaker will be delivered to your doorstep free-of-charge within 60 days.

To get your own Pringles Party Speakers, simply purchase 3 specially marked 150gm Pringles cans, visit www.pringles.com, look for the Pringles Party Speaker tab, use the unique code under the Pringles Cans membrane to complete the claim form and the Pringles Party Speaker will be delivered to your doorstep free-of-charge within 60 days.

The petite speaker is designed to fit into the opening of an empty Pringles can to enhance the sound.

You can daisy chain up to 20 Pringles Party Speakers with your friends to amplify the music and set a party on fire.

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So this came in the mail earlier this week (smartphone not included), together with an invitation to a secret party over the Easter weekend – jointly organised by Singapore’s theatrical dining brand, ANDSOFORTH and Pringles.

It’s simple but works.

The best tech is tech that simply works.

Did I say it’s free?!

There are only 5,000 Party Speakers and they are available only until 15 May, so hurry!

There are only 5,000 Party Speakers and they are available only until 15 May, so hurry!

The free Pringles Party Speakers are part of the brand’s first music campaign in Singapore

Read more about the campaign in the press release below.

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New arrival: Five Brother mono laser printers for business

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2016

Brother has launched in Singapore 3 new mono laser printers and 2 new Multi-Function Centres for business. Available in Singapore now. Prices below.

Summary of the key features for the two new Multi-Function Centres.

Summary of the key features for the two new Multi-Function Centres. Click to enlarge.

The five new models are targeted at high print volume office environments.

The new family is the first mono laser range by Brother to print at up to 50 pages per minute (ppm).

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Brother Singapore launched the new devices at Suntec Singapore. Prices below.

  • HL-L5100DN: S$588
  • HL-L6200DW: S$788
  • HL-L6400DW: S$888
  • MFC-L5700DN: S$888
  • MFC-L6900DW: S$1,388

This is also the first Brother mono laser series to feature a new heavy duty Automatic Document Feeder with an 80-sheet capacity, a 60% improvement over the previous series.

Summary of the key features for the three new mono laser printers.

Summary of the key features for the three new mono laser printers. Click to enlarge.

Maximum input capacity has improved by 150% to a maximum paper input of 2,650 pages, another ‘first’, while the dual CIS supports 100 images per minute (ipm) scanner is another new introduction.

More details from the press release below.

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Event: Fuji Xerox DocuWorld 2016 in Singapore

Monday, March 21st, 2016

The newly renovated Customer Value Innovation Hub in Fuji Xerox Towers serves as an experiential platform for the latest Fuji Xerox innovations, solutions and services.

This year’s DocuWorld is held at the Customer Value Innovation Hub on Level 1, Fuji Xerox Towers, at 80 Anson Road, Singapore 079907. It takes place from 22 -23 March 2016 from 9am to 6pm.

This year’s DocuWorld is held at the Customer Value Innovation Hub on Level 1, Fuji Xerox Towers, at 80 Anson Road, Singapore 079907. It takes place from 22 -23 March 2016 from 9am to 6pm.

Listen to insights by industry experts, visit the Innovation Office, catch Fuji Xerox solutions and services demos, collect lucky gifts to fill up your fukubukuro, win attractive prizes hourly from 12 to 4pm daily, and enjoy an exhilarating Taiko Drum performance.

Highlights from Fuji Xerox DocuWorld 2016

  • Creating Tomorrow’s Intelligent Systems. Together, Today by Mr. Michael Chong, General Manager, Innovation Office, Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.
  • Concept Demo: Discussion on how intelligent systems, in this case an intuitive dashboard can help users sense, visualize and respond to large amount of data and help businesses make impactful and timely decisions.
  • Technology Demo: Discussion on how selected Fuji Xerox technologies in areas such as video, security and robotics, can help increase business efficiency.

Details of the seminars and demo sessions can be found in the event poster below.

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IT Fair: CES Asia 2016 (11 – 13 May) in Shanghai, China

Friday, March 18th, 2016

More than 300 exhibitors from 20 countries, including Southeast Asia will unveil latest innovations to the rapidly growing Asian marketplace.

Update (6 April, 2016):

As of today – six weeks before CES Asia™ returns to Shanghai – more than 17,000 high-level industry professionals from more than 70 countries have already registered to attend.

Registration numbers are up 40 percent over the same period in 2015, the event’s inaugural year.

More than 30,000 attendees are expected to visit CES Asia 2016, which will take up 40,000 square metres of exhibition space at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).

More than 30,000 attendees are expected to visit CES Asia 2016, which will take up 40,000 square metres of exhibition space at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).

Currently, 250 companies representing 20 countries, have already signed up to exhibit at the second-annual CES Asia™ 2016 as it returns to Shanghai May 11-13 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).

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Price & Availability: Dell 2016 range of business IT devices

Thursday, February 18th, 2016

Below are the prices and availability of Dell’s 2016 range of business IT devices that are optimised for the future workforce.

Dell S2825cdn Multi-Function printer, scanner, and copier.

Dell S2825cdn Multi-Function printer, scanner, and copier.

Dell’s new range of computing solutions include new Latitude & Vostro notebooks, Precision workstations, OptiPlex desktops & AiOs, UltraSharp monitors, as well as Dell Document Hub application and multifunction printers.

Below are the prices and availability in Singapore.

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New arrival: Dell introduces 2016 range of business IT devices

Wednesday, February 17th, 2016

The computing solutions are optimised for the future workforce and include new Latitude & Vostro notebooks, Precision workstations, OptiPlex desktops & AiOs, UltraSharp monitors, as well as Dell Document Hub application and multifunction printers. Prices and availability here.

Dell OptiPlex 7040 Small Form Factor desktop, a Dell UltraSharp U2715H monitor, and KM636 keyboard and mouse.

Dell OptiPlex 7040 Small Form Factor desktop, a Dell UltraSharp U2715H monitor, and KM636 keyboard and mouse.

Dell says that the company has combined the latest hardware technologies including Intel Core and Xeon processors for superior performance, with Windows 10 software for a more intuitive user experience.

Dell U2417HWI Monitor - side views of screen tilting.

Dell U2417HWI Monitor – side views of screen tilting.

The new Latitude series combines beautiful design with business-class security, manageability and reliability, while the Vostro portfolio balances performance with style for small businesses.

The redesigned Precision Workstations combine innovation with high-performance to deliver sleek, new portfolio for creative professionals.

The latest portfolio of OptiPlex business PCs is smaller, faster and more energy efficient

The new Dell displays promise stunning picture and greater productivity.

A new Dell printing solution offer one-stop access to multiple cloud-based services for easy sharing, collaboration and printing.

Details in the press release below.

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New arrival: Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum Gaming Keyboard

Thursday, February 4th, 2016

The Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum features Romer-G mechanical switches and intelligent RGB illumination. Available now in Singapore: S$259.

G810 Orion Spectrum RGB mechanical gaming keyboard. S$259 in Singapore now.

G810 Orion Spectrum RGB mechanical gaming keyboard. S$259 in Singapore now.

The latest addition to the Logitech G RGB mechanical gaming keyboard lineup sports Logitech’s Romer-G mechanical switches, promising 25 percent faster actuation than standard mechanical keyboards, as well as customisable RGB lighting and dedicated media controls.

More details from the press release below.

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