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Friday, December 28th, 2012
Children from all over the world have correctly answered more than 8 million questions on Skoolbo since its release in June. Average improvement rates are exceeding 22%.
Skoolbo is free and growing. Check out its website.
“… it is the ability of the program to adapt to the skill levels of each individual child that has proven to be so attractive to us as a school,” said Sue Pike, Head of Junior School, Australian International School, Singapore.
The free Skoolbo is the world’s largest educational game and currently targets literacy and numeracy for 4 to 10 year olds.
Skoolbo is increasing users by more than 10% a week with many schools using the program in their class activities.
In mid-2013, Skoolbo will launch 52 different language learning apps as well as additional content in Geography, Science and History.
About Skoolbo
Skoolbo is a team of educators and developers spanning the globe that commit to creating innovative and free educational game for children.
The company believes that technology can drastically improve learning outcomes for children by recognising and harnessing the way children learn.
Tags:education, games, Skoolbo
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Tuesday, December 18th, 2012
The new Republic of Gamers gaming desktop PCs from ASUS ship with the latest Windows 8 loaded and the quad-core Intel Core i7-3770K processor with Turbo Gear offers one-click overclock without rebooting.
The DEFCON light of the ASUS TYTAN ROG CG8480 changes from blue to red when overclocked.
Launched in October, the ROG CG8480 (S$2,250 without monitor) is a fully loaded gaming machine packed with superb performance.
The rear of the ROG CG8480.
The overclocked performance was stable throughout the time that I tried out the gaming desktop.
In particular, I like the subtle lighting which changes from the usual blue to red when the machine is overclocked.
The full 4-core CPU can be instantly overclocked – without rebooting – to hit a top speed of 4.2 GHz in Turbo Gear extreme mode. The other 2 speed modes are the startup Startup mode at 3.8GHz and Turbo Gear mode at 4.0GHz.
Gameplay was smooth with the 16GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2GB GDDR5 graphics card, which is capable of supporting up to four monitors (I set up mine with two), with the option to game in NVIDIA 3D Vision Surround for selected models.
The 128GB SATA3 SSD makes data access so much faster than generic hard disk drives. It can support up to 6TB SATA 6Gb/s Hard Drive (7200RPM).
What I like is there’re plenty of sockets/ports in front and at the rear of the ROG CG8480.
Cooling was efficient with its well-ventilated chassis and airflow. Check out the detailed tech specs of the ASUS TYTAN ROG CG8480 gaming desktop PC here.
ASUS claims that the Xonar Phoebus audio card powered by ROG Command technology can deliver up to 50% ambient noise reduction. I found the audio sounded terrific with the Dolby surround enhancements.
Superb performance at an affordable price-tag, just right for the avid gamer who doesn’t have the time, or finds it too tiresome to build his gaming desktop from scratch.
Other new models in the ROG line of gaming desktop PCs include the CG8890 and CG8580.
Tags:Asus, computers, desktop, gaming, ROG, TYTAN, Windows, Windows 8
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Monday, December 17th, 2012
With every new Ultrabook purchase in Singapore, Intel is offering a suite of software worth SG$350.
Check out Intel’s Ultrabook software bundle promotions.
The suite of software will introduce you to the full potential of your Ultrabook, which is powered by the latest Intel Core processor technology.
This promotion is valid until 31 December 2012 or while stocks last.
Follow this link for more details.
The software bundle consists of a variety of entertainment and security programs, including CyberLink’s PowerDirector 11 Deluxe, PhotoDirector 4 Ultra and PowerDVD 12 Standard.
You will also get the iRacing and Civilization 5 games, Nest Family Organizer, McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2013 and access to Bollywood streaming site Hungama.com.
Tags:Intel, promotions, software, ultrabook, xmas 2012
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Tuesday, November 27th, 2012
Almost three months after they were unveiled by Nokia and Microsoft CEOs in New York, Nokia’s first Windows Phone 8 smartphones will debut in Singapore.
The Lumia 920 (S$899) and Lumia 820 (S$699) hits Singapore shelves next Saturday on 8 December 2012.
Nokia Lumia 920 (S$899) and Lumia 820 (S$699) arrives in Singapore next Saturday, 8 December 2012.
The two new handsets will be available at Nokia retail stores, while mobile operators in Singapore are slated to announce their respective data plans for the two models.
Accessories
Accessories for the two smartphones include the Nokia Lumia Purity Pro headset, JBL PlayUp Portable Wireless Speaker and JBL PowerUp Wireless Charging Speakers, as well as the Nokia Wireless Charging Pillow by Fatboy, Nokia Wireless Charging Stand and Nokia Wireless Charging Plate.
Nokia Singapore launched the two smartphones at Harry’s Bar at Millenia Walk and handed out the devices for guests to try out the new features, as they made their way around the city on an open-top bus.
The Lumia 920 boasts Pureview imaging technology that produces sharp pictures even in low light. The optical image stabiliser (OIS) further reduced the blur.
I was rather impressed with the Lumia 920’s imaging performance. Photos were indeed bright and sharp, while videos of moving/vibrating objects appeared less jerky when compared to videos taken on the Lumia 820 and other smartphones.
JBL PowerUp Wireless Charging Speakers
The Lumia 820 is the more affordable sibling of the two, with a smaller and lower-resolution screen, smaller battery, and the run-of-the-mill camera.
It is however, more compact and lighter than its bigger brother. (Check the quick comparison here).
You can also change the back cover of the Lumia 820 to vary the colour of the phone.
Both smartphones come with the same imaging apps that were quite interesting.
Nokia Smart Shoot is for group photos – shooting multiple exposures with a single click to choose the best from each exposure.
Nokia Wireless Charging Stand
Cinemagraph takes short videos where certain parts are frozen as a still shot while portions defined by you moves like regular video.
Panorama helps you do a sweep panorama shot of the landscape.
City Lens adds an augmented reality overlay over the screen when the camera is pointed at buildings and places of interest.
The idea is novel but not new, and in the short span of time that I tried it out, I found the augmented info sketchy at times while the resolution was not good enough to “lead” you to a particular place. At best, it tells you a place of interest is in a particular direction.
For really pragmatic and effective turn-by-turn navigation and search for places of interest, head back to the Nokia Maps and Nokia Drive apps, both of which have been updated with features such as indoor maps.
Tags:Lumia, Lumia 820, Lumia 920, Microsoft, Nokia, Singapore, smartphones, Windows Phone, Windows Phone 8
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Saturday, November 24th, 2012
HP will be at SITEX 2012 at Hall 6 Booths 6B01 and 6E10 in the Singapore EXPO.
Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for HP desktops, All-in-One computers, notebooks, tablets, and notebook-tablet transformers. (Caution: Large 2MB PDF file)
The much anticipated HP ENVY X2 is now available at a special pre-order price of $1,099 (U.P $1,199)
Other HP computers to check out include the HP ENVY 4 TouchSmart Ultrabook, HP Pavilion Sleekbook, as well as the HP ENVY 23” and 20” AiO PCs.
Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for HP printers. (Caution: Large 2MB PDF file)
Also check out HP’s printers, such as the HP LaserJet Pro 200 M276nw Color MFP and the HP Officejet 6700 Premium e-All-in-One printer.
Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for HP printer supplies, including ink, toner and paper.
My favourite is the HP Photosmart 7520 e-All-in-One printer, which is equipped with HP’s wireless direct printing featureand allows users to print from any Wi-Fi-enabled mobile device, such as smartphones, tablets and laptop computers without the need for network or internet connections.
Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for HP accessories including mouse, keyboards, headsets, speakers, bags and webcams; as well as software.
Tags:AIOs, computers, desktops, EXPO, HP, ink, inkjet, IT exhibition, laserjet, notebooks, paper, printers, promotions, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2012, SITEX 2012 accessories, SITEX 2012 computers, SITEX 2012 printers, SITEX 2012 smartphones and tablets, tablets, toner, transformers, ultrabooks
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Saturday, November 24th, 2012
Lenovo will be at SITEX 2012 at Hall 5 Booth 5C40 (Courts), and Hall 6 Booths 6C30 (Harvey Norman) and 6D30 & 6F18 (Newstead) in the Singapore EXPO.
Click to view or download Lenovo promotions for SITEX 2012. (Caution: Large 7MB PDF file with 6 pages)
Check out Lenovo’s promotional offers for tablets, notebooks, ultrabooks, convertibles, AIOs, desktops, and accessories.
Windows 8 Lenovo Ideapad Yoga Ultrabook-tablet convertible
These include the IdeaPad G480 laptop and the recently launched Windows 8 Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Ultrabook-tablet convertible, and ThinkPad Twist S230u convertible.
My favourite is the Yoga.
Accessories include wireless mouse, speakers, headphones/headsets, USB hubs, and accessories for ThinkPads and IdeaPads.
Tags:AIOs, computers, convertibles, desktops, EXPO, IT exhibition, Lenovo, notebooks, promotions, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2012, SITEX 2012 computers, SITEX 2012 smartphones and tablets, tablets, ultrabooks
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Saturday, November 24th, 2012
ASUS will be at SITEX 2012 at Hall 5 (Booths 5A18, 5B10 & 5B40) and Hall 6 (Booths 6C01, 6C10, 6D30 & 6E30) in the Singapore EXPO.
Click to view or download ASUS promotions for SITEX 2012. (Caution: Large 13MB PDF file with 20 pages)
Check out ASUS’ promotional offers for tablets, notebooks, ultrabooks, convertibles, AIOs, desktops, Alienware gaming machines, and monitors.
ASUS ROG – built for gamers.
These include the slew of recently-launched Windows 8 computers such as the ASUS TAICHI Ultrabook-tablet convertible, Transformer Book, ZENBOOK, VivoBook, VivoTab, All-in-One PCs.
My favourite is the ASUS ROG (Republic of Gamers) gaming desktop PCs which are debuting in Singapore during SITEX 2012.
There’s also the innovative PadFone 2 smartphone-tablet hybrid.
Tags:AIOs, Asus, computers, convertibles, desktops, EXPO, IT exhibition, monitors, notebooks, promotions, ROG, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2012, SITEX 2012 computers, SITEX 2012 smartphones and tablets, tablets, transformers, ultrabooks
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Wednesday, November 21st, 2012
Sony Mobile will be at SITEX 2012 at Hall 5, Booth 5A01. There will be discounts for their smartphones, including the latest Xperia SL.
The new Xperia SL and Xperia ion are among the Android smartphones that Sony Mobile is retailing at SITEX 2012.
Purchase either the Xperia J (S$398) or Xperia acro S (S$698) and get a pair of Raine Yang concert tickets (worth S$156) free.
Above are the discounts for other Sony Mobile Android smartphones. Follow the links to read the details for each model.
Tags:Android, EXPO, IT exhibition, promotions, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2012, SITEX 2012 smartphones and tablets, smartphones, Sony Mobile, Xperia
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Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
EpiCentre Pte Ltd will be at SITEX 2012 in Hall 6, Booth 6E01. They will be retailing Apple products as well as third party products, some at more than 70% discounts.
Click to view or download Nikon promotions for SITEX 2012. (Caution: 5MB PDF file with 5 flyers)
EpiCentre’s full range of Apple products includes the latest MacBook Pro with Retina display, iPad with Retina display, iPhone 5 (with SingTel contracts) and iPods
Purchases of laptops or tablets from EpiCentre’s SITEX booth or at any of the eight EpiCentre stores located islandwide will come with gifts worth more than S$400.
Below are EpiCentre’s promotions for SITEX 2012.
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Tags:EpiCentre, EXPO, IT exhibition, promotions, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2012, SITEX 2012 accessories, SITEX 2012 computers, SITEX 2012 smartphones and tablets
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Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
Nubox will be at SITEX 2012 in Hall 6. They will be retailing Apple products and accessories at up to 70% discounts.
Nubox is an arm of Newstead Technologies with Apple Premium Reseller (APR) and Apple Authorised Reseller (AAR) stores in Singapore.
Nubox will be offering the complete range of Apple products from the new iPod touch and iPod nano to the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display, fourth-generation iPad and iPad mini.
Nubox will be sellings accessories from:
iHome, Jays, Tucano,Incipio, Klipsh, Tunewear, Innergie, Patchworks, UE, Jabra, Skech, Uniq, Jaybird, Synaps, Xdoria
Purchase any Mac from Nubox at the show and enjoy savings of up to $258.
There’ll be discounts of up to 70% on accessories including audio products, covers and electronic items as well as exclusive star buys.
Nubox will also be conducting hourly workshops on OSX and Mountain Lion during SITEX 2012.
Tags:EXPO, IT exhibition, Keywords: SITEX 2012, Nubox, promotions, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2012 accessories, SITEX 2012 computers, SITEX 2012 smartphones and tablets
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