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Tuesday, October 12th, 2021
The Philips All-in-One 8000 Series combines steam and iron technology to provide an innovative precision, performance, and ease of use. RRP: S$519.
De-wrinkle your favorite outfits with ease with the Philips All-in-One 8000 Series steaming iron.
The Philips All-in-One 8000 Series Steaming Iron has an integrated multi-angle board which offers convenience, while its Dual Heating technology generates powerful and continuous steam instantly.
The OptimalTEMP heated steam plate guarantees no burns on delicate garments.
Continuous steam removes odors and kills 99.9% of bacteria and dust mites.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:appliances, Home, irons, new arrivals, Philips, steamers
Posted in Announce, Appliances, Availability, Gadgets, gadgets, Home, Launch, newArrivals, Philips, Press Release, Prices, Specifications | 3 Comments »
Monday, October 11th, 2021
Oppo has officially launched the global version of its ColorOS 12 which is based on Android 12. The new ColorOS brings a clean, inclusive UI with smoother performance.
Aiming to provide users a seamless experience that is closer to stock Android 12, ColorOS 12 introduces a user interface with smoother performance and rich features that boost everyday productivity.
As one of the first OEMs with phones that run on Android 12, the new OS will first be rolled out on the Find X3 Pro in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia
Oppo plans on expanding to more models covering more countries and regions in the coming months.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Android, ColorOS, new arrivals, OPPO, OS, software
Posted in Android, Announce, Apps, Events, Launch, newArrivals, Operating Systems, OPPO, Press Release, Software, software | 3 Comments »
Thursday, September 23rd, 2021
Livinguard’s face masks passed tests by the Indian National Institute (NII) of Immunology, showing an average of more than 99% effectiveness against viruses and bacteria. The test report can be found here.
The positive results are timely as the spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant drives new mask wearing requirements worldwide
The tests reinforces the efficacy of Livinguard’s patented technology in protecting wearers of its masks at a time when face masks are again at the frontline of the fight against COVID-19.
How it Works
The principle underlying the Livinguard technology is the deactivation of microbes including bacteria and viruses.
The technology applies a positive charge at the molecular level to textile surfaces, making them more powerful than the negative charge of microbes.
Therefore, microbes are deactivated when they encounter textiles treated with Livinguard Technology.
In Singapore, Livinguard recently partnered with Grab Singapore to provide 22,000 masks for the company’s private car hire and delivery drivers to protect them from COVID-19 virus microbes.
This will provide them with the comfort that they are protected in the course of their work, where they encounter a variety of commuters, F&B staff and home diners, even as Singapore sees an ongoing tally of infections as it moves into managing COVID-19 as endemic.
In addition to being available for purchase online, Livinguard’s selection of antiviral masks is also now available at selected Guardian outlets island-wide, making it easier for those who prefer to shop in person.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:COVID-19, Health Tech, healthcare, Livinguard, masks, Med Tech, technology
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021
StarHub has just announced this morning that it will acquire a majority interest in a new entity which will hold MyRepublic’s broadband business in Singapore, providing broadband services for residential and enterprise customers.
StarHub to acquire 50.1% stake in MyRepublic’s broadband business in Singapore to drive long-term synergies.
Named MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd, the new entity has been incorporated by MyRepublic to hold MyRepublic’s Singapore broadband business.
The acquisition will materialise commercial and operational synergies, as well as plans to strengthen both parties’ customer offerings and long-term business outlook.
The partnership creates an opportunity for StarHub to participate in MyRepublic’s regional growth and is an important milestone in MyRepublic’s IPO journey.
StarHub’s total investment will be up to $162.8 million, with an initial consideration of $70.8 million for 50.1% shares of MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd and a deferred consideration of up to $92 million should future financial performance matrices are met.
The proposed transaction will consolidate and strengthen StarHub’s position in the Singapore broadband market, expanding its market presence to 40% and steering long-term business growth.
MyRepublic will retain the remaining 49.9% and its senior management team and its brand identity post-acquisition.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:acquisitions, broadband, corporate, industry, Internet, mergers, MyRepublic, news, Singapore, StarHub, telcos
Posted in Announce, Internet, Network, News, Press Release, StarHub, Tech news, Tickers | 4 Comments »
Wednesday, September 15th, 2021
Xiaomi 11T & Xiaomi 11T Pro are the latest additions to the Xiaomi 11 family of flagship smartphones. A refreshed version of the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE was also added. Global pricing below.
Update (23 September, 2021):
Xiaomi has launched the new Xiaomi 11T series in Singapore. Local prices below.
- Xiaomi 11T Pro (12GB+256GB): S$799 (23 Sep)
- Xiaomi 11T (8GB+256GB): S$649 (23 Sep)
- Xiaomi 11T (8GB+128GB): S$629 (2 Oct)
- Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (8GB+256GB): S$549 (24 Sep)
- Xiaomi Pad 5 (6GB+128GB): S$449 (2 Oct)
- Xiaomi Pad 5 (6GB+256GB): S$529 (2 Oct)
- Xiaomi Smart Pan: S$99
Both the Xiaomi 11T Pro and Xiaomi 11T come in 3 colors with a brushed finish including Meteorite Gray, Moonlight White, and Celestial Blue.
The naming of the new smartphones sees the replacement of the Mi xx with Xiaomi xx branding.
Launch Prices & Availability
The Xiaomi 11T and for Xiaomi 11T Pro have a recommended global retail price starting from EUR 499 and EUR 649 respectively.
The Xiaomi 11T comes in two variants, 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB while the Xiaomi 11T Pro is available in three variants, 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB.
The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE starts from EUR 369 and comes in three variants, 6GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB.
All three phones will be available for purchase from official Xiaomi channels.
The Xiaomi 11T & Xiaomi 11T Pro continues the product line’s focus on creators and content creation.
Xiaomi touts the Xiaomi 11T Pro as “the ultimate flagship for cinemagic filmmaking and phenomenal performance”.
It features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 mobile platform and Xiaomi’s proprietary 120W Xiaomi HyperCharge technology which enables a 100% charge in 17 minutes.
Like the pro version, the Xiaomi 11T features a triple rear camera with a 108MP high-resolution wide-angle, a 8MP 120° ultra-wide angle, and a 5MP 2x telemacro camera.
Both are equipped with 6.67’’ FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, with TrueColor, Dolby Vision and HDR10+, with over 1 billion colors, 1000 nits of peak brightness, up to 480Hz touch sampling rate and is shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Android, flagship, global, launch, new arrivals, Qualcomm, smartphones, Snapdragon, unveil, Xiaomi
Posted in Android, Announce, events, Gadgets, gadgets, newArrivals, Phones, Press Release, Prices, smartphones, Specifications, Xiaomi | 3 Comments »
Saturday, September 4th, 2021
The slew of products that Asus unveiled included the ProArt Studiobook, Zenbook Pro, and Vivobook Pro series; as well as OLED displays for their laptops. Prices and availability TBA.
Asus announced a major expansion of the brand’s ecosystem of solutions for empowering creators at its “Create the Uncreated” launch event.
The ProArt Studiobook, Zenbook Pro and Vivobook Pro series are designed to enhance workflows and elevate productivity for creative professionals and prosumers.
“At our core, we are innovators who take pride in bringing our best ideas to life. So today’s lineup delivers incredible experiences for creators, by creators — to turn imagination into reality,” noted ASUS co-CEO Samson Hu.
The OLED displays are spec’ed up to 16:10 4K resolution and spans Asus’ high-end creator laptops to everyday laptops.
The new ProArt Studiobook models debut ASUS Dial to provide creators with instant, precise fingertip control over parameters in creative apps.
Asus is partnering with Adobe to offer complimentary 3- and 1-month subscriptions to Adobe Creative Cloud on selected creator solutions.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Adobe, Asus, computers, new arrivals, notebooks, OLED, ProArt, Studiobook, VivoBook, Windows, Windows 11, Zenbook
Posted in Accessories, Adobe, Announce, Asus, audioVisual, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, newArrivals, Notebooks, notebooks, Online, Press Release, Projectors | 2 Comments »
Friday, September 3rd, 2021
La Specialista Prestigio will be available at S$1,599 from 3 September 2021, on De’Longhi Online Store and major consumer and electronics stores.
De’Longhi says that La Specialista Prestigio combines both the science of coffee making with a barista’s craftsmanship.
The new pump espresso coffee machine was announced in conjunction with De’Longhi’s launch of its new international campaign featuring Brad Pitt in a one-minute commercial named Perfetto.
Product specifications for La Specialista Prestigio from De’Longhi. Click to enlarge.
La Specialista Prestigio is aimed at a segment of the manual coffee drinking market that enjoys the hands-on experience of making a cup of coffee.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:appliances, Brad Pitt, coffee, de’Longhi, F&B, lifestyle
Posted in Announce, Appliances, Coffee Makers, Dine & Wine, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Home, Launch, newArrivals, Online, Press Release, Prices, Specifications | 2 Comments »
Wednesday, September 1st, 2021
The new Jabra Elite 3 (S$128, 8 Sep), Elite 7 Active (S$268, 15 Oct) and Elite 7 Pro (S$318, 15 Oct) will be available in Singapore at selected retailers.
(Counter-Clockwise from bottom) The new Jabra Elite 3 (S$128), Elite 7 Active (S$268) and Elite 7 Pro (S$318).
The three new wireless earbuds are from the Elite Pro, Elite Active and core Elite product lines of Jabra, catering to different use cases.
The Elite 7 Pro offers “ground-breaking” call performance with new Jabra MultiSensor Voice technology, featuring a longer battery life with nine hours non-stop play time with adjustable ANC.
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Tags:audio, AV, earbuds, Elite, Jabra, New Arrival, Singapore
Posted in Accessories, Audio, audioVisual, earphones, Entertainment, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Jabra, Launch, Music, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Sports | 6 Comments »
Monday, August 30th, 2021
Recognised as the fastest 5G network operator in Singapore by Ookla, Singtel showcases more 5G use cases for enterprises and consumers.
During the virtual event, Guest of Honour Josephine Teo, Minister of Communications and Information and IMDA’s Chief Executive Lew Chuen Hong were ‘teleported’ into the venue via Singtel’s 5G network – their high-resolution likeness were beamed from a separate location. The network’s ultra-low latency meant that Minister Teo and Lew could ‘interact’ seamlessly with Singtel Group CEO Yuen Kuan Moon on the stage at Kallang Studios.
Singtel launched a number of 5G Standalone (SA) use cases today at its ‘Powering Up Singapore With 5G’ event, ramping up efforts in translating its new strategic blueprint of leading in 5G into action.
“Mobile networks and data exchanges are key building blocks for the digital infrastructure. 5G, which promises to be ultra-fast and supports near-zero latency, can change the way we live and work in profound ways, and become essential for the digital developments of the future. Building a digital future is certainly about the hardware, software, systems and standards. It is equally about the people and skills. For that, the Government will continue to invest in reskilling and upskilling our people so that they can achieve not just digital literacy but digital mastery. This way, everyone can benefit from the infrastructure,” said Josephine Teo, Minister for Communications and Information, who was the Guest of Honour at the virtual event.
The new use cases span a variety of sectors from entertainment to mobility and bring to life the benefits of 5G by redefining live, work and play experiences with blazing fast speeds and near-instantaneous response times.
Singtel continues to expand its 5G network which now covers over two-thirds of Singapore, adding sites in densely populated areas like Choa Chu Kang, Punggol, Sembawang and Tampines.
In addition, it has expanded its 5G indoor coverage to more major shopping malls island-wide such as Funan, West Mall, Tampines Mall, Northpoint City and Waterway Point.
The arrival of 5G has proved timely against a backdrop of accelerated digital adoption as a result of safe distancing and remote working.
With more people using digital channels to go about their lives, there has been a corresponding increase in demand for fast and reliable connectivity.
This is reflected in a recent Singtel survey, in which the majority of consumers indicated that 5G-enabled services such as augmented reality books and virtual reality entertainment events appeal to them.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:5G, networking, Singapore, SingTel, telcos
Posted in Events, events, Exhibition, Internet, Network, Online, Press Release, SingTel, Technology | 5 Comments »
Friday, August 27th, 2021
Cochlear claims that the Nucleus Kanso 2 Sound Processor is the world’s smallest off-the-ear cochlear implant sound processor.
New technology such as the Kanso 2 showcases Cochlear’s efforts in improving hearing outcomes and quality of life for people with hearing loss.
Featuring hearing performance technologies, Cochlear boasts that the Kanso 2 is the first and only off-the-ear cochlear implant sound processor to offer direct streaming from compatible Apple or Android devices.
“Cochlear is dedicated to bringing sound to people all over the world. The Nucleus Kanso 2 Sound Processor showcases Cochlear’s latest and most advanced hearing performance technology, and marks a new step towards helping people in Singapore living with hearing loss to hear better. With its latest connectivity features and simple design, this new technology is designed to better meet the different needs and lifestyles of individuals and is the result of persistent efforts to improve hearing outcomes,” said Amy Zheng, General Manager, Southeast Asia, Cochlear.
The Kanso 2 Sound Processor features an integrated rechargeable battery and the highest possible water resistance rating (IP68) for any off-the-ear cochlear implant sound processor, giving users the freedom to live an active lifestyle.
Dual microphones filter out background noise to help provide better hearing performance in noise compared to a single microphone.
With ForwardFocus, users can reduce noise from behind them to help them focus on conversations in front of them.
SmartSound IQ with SCAN helps users to hear more clearly in a range of listening environments by capturing sound through dual microphones, analysing surroundings, before automatically adjusting the settings for the hearing conditions.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Cochlear, Health Tech, Med Tech, new arrivals
Posted in Accessories, audioVisual, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Healthcare, Launch, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Specifications | 5 Comments »
