Archive for the ‘iPhone’ Category

Apple iPhone 5c/5s launched in Singapore amidst global debut

Friday, September 20th, 2013

Customers in Singapore queued at the three TelcosSingTel, StarHub and M1 – as well as Apple Premium Resellers (eg. Nubox) as the new iPhone 5c and iPhone 5s became available today.

Update (20 September, 2013):

Added in photos of launch for StarHub, M1 and nubox. Also added in M1’s subscription plans.

First two customers in the SingTel queue John Yap (24, accountant) and Doreen Chua (24, auditor).

First two customers in the SingTel queue John Yap (24, accountant) and Doreen Chua (24, auditor). Photo credit: SingTel.

SingTel held its launch sale at the Marina Bay Sands Exhibition Hall E this morning at 8am although customers started queuing at 8pm last night.

Zhang HuanPu (left), 24 years old, had been queuing up outside StarHub Shop at Plaza Singapura since 5am this morning, even though the launch was only at 8am.

Zhang HuanPu (left), 24 years old, had been queuing up outside StarHub Shop at Plaza Singapura since 5am this morning, even though the launch was only at 8am. Photo credit: StarHub.

The iPhone 5s in gold was sold out within the first hour across all 10 StarHub shops.

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Singapore telcos sell Apple iPhone 5s & iPhone 5c on 20 September

Wednesday, September 11th, 2013

Singapore will be one of first 9 countries around the world getting the new iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c from Apple – from 20 September.

Apple announced the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c on 10 September.

The new Apple iPhone 5s with iOS 7.

The new Apple iPhone 5s with iOS 7.

All three telcos – M1, SingTel and StarHub will begin selling the new smartphones next Friday – all three are already accepting online pre-registration of interest on their websites.

The online URLs for pre-registering interest with the respective telcos can be found below.

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Apple announces new iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c and iOS7

Tuesday, September 10th, 2013

One year to the day from the launch of the iPhone 5, Apple has announced the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c, as well as the iOS7. 

The new iPhones will arrive on next Friday, 20 September in 9 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong and China.

The new iPhone 5s (left) and iPhone 5c.

The new iPhone 5s (left) and iPhone 5c.

Both the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c sport a 4-inch Retina display.

With all the “leakages” that preceded the announcement, there were hardly any surprises – except for the pricing, which seemed on the high side of market expectations.

Pricing in Singapore

Prices below are without contract but inclusive of GST.

Model iPhone 5s iPhone 5c
16GB S$988 S$848
32GB S$1,148 S$988
64GB S$1,288
Cases S$58 S$42

Both the two new iPhone models will be available from the Apple Online Store, and through SingTel, M1, StarHub and select Apple Authorised Resellers.

iPhone 5s cases will be available in beige, black, blue, brown, yellow and red while the iPhone 5c cases will be available in blue, green, pink, yellow, black and white.

A new iPhone 4S 8GB model will also be available for S$588 inc GST.

Where is the iPhone 5c targeted

Many has associated the “c” in the iPhone 5c to stand for “cheap” and targeted for the lower-priced market segment – since it is priced slightly less than the iPhone 5s.

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Plants vs. Zombies 2 Charity taco truck raises S$7,500

Sunday, September 8th, 2013

The roving charity taco truck from EA Mobile raised S$7,500 over a period of four days – to be donated to Club Rainbow Singapore.

Plants and Zombies unite for a charitable cause.

Plants and Zombies unite for a charitable cause. Photo: EA Mobile

Club Rainbow Singapore is a charity committed to providing help to children who are suffering from a range of chronic and life-threatening illnesses.

Life-sized zombie and plant mascots handed out tacos from the truck, which was parked at three locations from 5 – 8 September to the delight of both fans and on-looking visitors.

The three locations were Mapletree Business City, Cineleisure Orchard and Sentosa Beach Station.

A sunflower and a zombie was on location to pose for snapshots with fans and visitors to the Plants vs. Zombies 2 Charity taco truck.

A sunflower and a zombie was on location to pose for snapshots with fans and visitors to the Plants vs. Zombies 2 Charity taco truck. Photo: EA Mobile

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Bose QuietComfort 20 noise cancelling headphones in Singapore

Saturday, August 24th, 2013

The Bose QC20 headphones are the first in-ear noise canceling headphones from Bose. Atlas Sound & Vision is selling the headphones online at S$499. Pre-order now for delivery by end-September.

Bose QuietComfort 20 is available for pre-order online for S$499. Delivery by end-September.

Bose QuietComfort 20 is available for pre-order online for S$499. Delivery by end-September.

Bose QuietComfort 20 headphones offers noise reduction, audio performance and comfort, and enables two ways to listen – one to shut out the world, and one to keep the listener connected by letting in selected sounds such as sirens and announcements.

The StayHear+ ear tips are really comfortable and sits snugly in the ear.

The StayHear+ ear tips are really comfortable and sits snugly in the ear.

They fit in the pocket, weigh just 43 grams, and rival the performance of much larger headphones.

Bose TriPort technology uses ports to increase the effective acoustic space of the earbud to reproduce deep lows, lifelike vocals and instruments.

Bose active equalization tunes the frequency response for improved, natural sound.

A rechargeable battery provides about 16 hours of power for the active noise cancelling.

When the battery is depleted or the power is turned off, the music plays on in the QC20 as per a normal set of non-noise-cancelling earphones.

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PopCap Games launches Plants vs. Zombies 2 worldwide

Thursday, August 15th, 2013

The highly anticipated sequel is now available free from the App Store on the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. The game will become available for other platforms later this year and beyond.

Plants vs. Zombies 2 will first debut for iOS devices and become available for other platforms later.

Plants vs. Zombies 2 will first debut for iOS devices and become available for other platforms later.

Featuring a time-travel theme that propels players through different historical eras to face off with zombies from various time periods, Plants vs. Zombies 2 is free to play and can be found on the App Store around the world, in seven different languages with additional languages supported soon.

Plants vs. Zombies 2 is designed with an ever-expanding universe that will offer regular updates including new worlds full of new plants, zombies and challenges beyond the first three from its predecessor.

Plants vs. Zombies 2 extends the classic gameplay of the original and provides players with dozens of new levels, plants and zombies.

Key features of Plants vs. Zombies 2 include:

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Ong Radio launches McIntosh McAire in Singapore

Wednesday, July 3rd, 2013

The compact integrated audio system pumps out powerful music that easily fills the room with even tonality. Regular price: S$6,450. Promotional introductory price: S$4,588.

The McAire sports a high gloss black finish, signature McIntosh blue output meters, glass faceplate and a knit cloth grille (also in black) with magnetic attachment.

The McAire sports a high gloss black finish, signature McIntosh blue output meters, glass faceplate and a knit cloth grille (also in black) with magnetic attachment.

The McAire is the most affordable system from McIntosh which specialises in the ultra-luxe AV market.

“… individuals who demand the very best can finally enjoy a complete high fidelity McIntosh music system as a lifestyle or second system for their rooms or executive office, that is handcrafted in Binghamton New York alongside McIntosh’s other super premium components, for under a 5-figure sum,” said Malcolm Ong, Chief Executive Officer of the Ong Radio Group.

The next in line is an all-in-one system (McIntosh MXA60) that includes a CD player and a tuner, which goes for S$16,050 (although there’s currently a promotional price of S$12,888.

Ong Radio Group launched the McIntosh McAire in Singapore last Friday, timing its debut in Singapore with the 76th anniversary of the high-end home entertainment system distributor and retailer.

The McIntosh McAire features Apple’s AirPlay wireless technology which allows users to stream audio from an iTunes library on a Mac or PC – or music from an iOS device – over an existing Wi-Fi network at home or an executive suite.

The ice-blue of the McAire stamps the signature of McIntosh into whatever setting it is introduced

The ice-blue of the McAire stamps the signature of McIntosh into whatever setting it is introduced

Each McAire unit is built with the same high end technology used in McIntosh’s super premium reference system.

Event: Second Apple WWDC 2013 with Tim Cook – iOS 7 unveiled

Monday, June 10th, 2013

This is Tim Cook’s second Apple WWDC at the helm of Apple, with a slew of announcements after a dearth of new products.

Tim Cook's second WWDC at the helm of Apple.

Tim Cook’s second WWDC at the helm of Apple.

The annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this year is being held from June 10 – 14 at San Francisco’s Moscone West.

Tickets went on sale on 26 April earlier this year – with each ticket going for US$1,599.

A compilation of the main releases from the keynote can be found at the Apple WWDC 2013 event page on the tech4tea Facebook page.

Below are the main revelations at the keynote of WWDC 2013

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iOS iPhone and iPad get Google Now with Google Search app

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013

Google Now has been launched on iPhone and iPad. The new feature is available as part of the updated free Google Search app for iOS devices. It is currently already available for free on Android devices with Jelly Bean 4.1 or higher.

Google Now is now available on iPhone and iPad as part of the free Google Search app.

Google Now is now available on iPhone and iPad as part of the free Google Search app.

Google Now aims to provide the user with “the right information at just the right time”.

Helpful cards with information you need are displayed throughout the day, even before you ask for it.

For instance, you could get traffic conditions and alternative routes before leaving for work.

Or get live sports scores for your favourite teams.

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OANDA launches updated iPhone, iPad & Android forex trading apps

Wednesday, March 27th, 2013

The free fxTrade mobile app brings robust desktop functionality to mobile devices, including customizable charts, price alerts, overlays and indicators.

OANDA's free fxTrade mobile app is available for the iPhone, iPad and Android mobile devices.

OANDA’s free fxTrade mobile app is available for the iPhone, iPad and Android mobile devices.

OANDA, a global provider of innovative foreign exchange trading services, today announced a significant update to its OANDA fxTrade mobile applications for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices.

“There are no longer any compromises when it comes to mobile,” said OANDA CEO K Duker.

OANDA’s fxTrade mobile app allows users to quickly monitor forex market activity as well as manage positions, control risk, and monitor account status and profitability while on the go.

The free app’s intuitive design makes the most of native iPhone, iPad, and Android capabilities to provide features that traders need to stay on top of the fast-moving forex market.

OANDA’s fxTrade mobile app comes with rich features and customisability.

OANDA’s fxTrade mobile app comes with rich features and customisability.

Today’s release is the result of more than 18 months of work from the OANDA mobile development team, and incorporates user feedback from OANDA customers globally.

“With this new version of our trading app, we’re providing our customers with what they want: a robust platform at their fingertips and a great trading experience, no matter where they are,” Duker added.

Mobile devices already account for 30 percent of logins and 15 percent of trades for OANDA clients, a number that has risen rapidly since the company introduced its first mobile trading app in 2010.

The OANDA mobile apps for iPhone and iPad users are available for download in the App Store, or on the Google Play apps store for Android-based smartphones and tablets.

These apps complement the OANDA MetaTrader 4 mobile applications that are available for iPhone and Android smartphones and tablets.

Key features of this new version of OANDA’s fxTrade mobile app include:

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