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New Arrival: myFirst Fone S4 Smartwatch & Insta 20 Print Camera

Monday, December 2nd, 2024

Homegrown company myFirst unveiled its latest smartwatch Fone S4 (S$299)and camera with instant printer Insta 20 (S$139). Both available from January 2025, with pre-orders beginning on 27 December 2024.

myFirst’s Fone S4 smartwatch lets kids receive “secret messages” from parents in the form of customised vibration patterns.

myFirst’s Fone S4 smartwatch lets kids receive “secret messages” from parents in the form of customised vibration patterns.

The new Fone S4 comes with a slew of new features, includingmagiCode which lets parents use custom vibration patterns as a unique “morse code” system.

Intimate messages like a gentle buzz for “I miss you” offer a meaningful and fun way to stay connected throughout the day.

myFirst Fone S4 smartwatch -- Features and specifications at a glance.

myFirst Fone S4 smartwatch — Features and specifications at a glance.

Fone S4 also has a 1.65-inch AMOLED screen – the largest in the myFirst smartwatch range – and an always-on display, ensuring the time and date remain visible without needing to wake the device manually.

There is also a gamification feature that transforms routines into rewarding adventures.

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New Critical Illness Plan by HL Assurance Aims to Bridge Insurance Gaps for Singaporeans

Saturday, September 21st, 2024

We have a critical problem in Singapore: critical illness (CI) coverage, or a lack of it, even in 2024. Many Singaporeans are vulnerable to financial strain from critical illnesses as they are underinsured. Why? * This is a sponsored post.

HL Assurance Early Protect360 Plus is an affordable way to address critical illness coverage gaps in your insurance portfolio.

HL Assurance Early Protect360 Plus is an affordable way to address critical illness coverage gaps in your insurance portfolio.

The Life Insurance Association (LIA) of Singapore, which promotes financial literacy and sets industry standards, published a Protection Gap Study in 2023 and found these to be the reasons.

  • The complexity and wide variety of CI policies make it confusing for consumers.
  • Many people deprioritise CI insurance, thinking they won’t be affected.
  • High premium costs.
  • Standalone CI policies typically do not offer cash value upon surrender or maturity.
  • It is difficult to assess what adequate coverage is due to the wide range of critical illnesses.

What people don’t realise about CI coverage

LIA found that the CI protection gap was 74% as of 2022. This number represents the average shortfall between the money needed for a critical illness event and an individual’s insurance coverage.

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StarHub Collaborates with NUS for Borderless University

Friday, July 5th, 2024

StarHub and the National University of Singapore (NUS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today to collaborate on building Singapore’s first ‘Borderless University’.

Tan Shui-Min (left), Chief Information Technology Officer, National University of Singapore and Tan Kit Yong (right), Head of Enterprise Business Group, StarHub at the Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony.

Tan Shui-Min (left), Chief Information Technology Officer, National University of Singapore and Tan Kit Yong (right), Head of Enterprise Business Group, StarHub at the Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony.

The collaboration aims to elevate campus experience, enhance network connectivity and drive cutting-edge innovation.

It will leverage ultra-fast, uninterrupted and borderless connectivity, through the deployment of state-of-the-art digital infrastructure, to further elevate the University’s aspirations in education, research and innovation.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: All-in-One Compact TM-m30III Receipt Printer

Thursday, June 27th, 2024

The Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer offers a new versatile point-of-sale (POS) printing solution that supports the operational demands of the Retail and Food & Beverage industry. Available now in Singapore.

The versatile TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer has built in multiple connectivity options, paper de-curl mechanism and UTF-8 font support.

The versatile Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer has built in multiple connectivity options, paper de-curl mechanism and UTF-8 font support.

The new Epson TM-m30III Thermal Receipt Printer streamlines operations, enhances customer experiences, and elevates efficiency for businesses.

More details below from the press release.

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AXS Earmarks Millions in Partnership with HL Assurance to Enhance Cyber Fraud Protection for Users

Thursday, May 30th, 2024

AXS users can now gain access to greater protection with HL Assurance. * This is a sponsored post.

For more information, please visit AXS website here.

For more information, please visit AXS website here.

AXS, a leading provider of secure and convenient payment solutions with over 23 years of industry experience, is investing S$3.5 million to launch a Cyber Fraud Protection insurance feature in collaboration with HL Assurance.

“We are thrilled to partner with HL Assurance to offer a first-of-its-kind fraud insurance and a $5 AXS bill payment voucher to all AXS mobile app users. This initiative not only aims to provide our customers with peace of mind in their everyday lives but also seeks to help alleviate financial burden. Together, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that offer comprehensive protection and tangible relief to our users,” commented Chin Mun Chung, CEO of AXS Services.

The new initiative, available to AXS users until 31 May 2025, offers them enhanced protection against fraudulent activities and includes a complimentary S$5 AXS bill payment e-voucher upon sign-up.

AXS is licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore as a Major Payment Institution and certified with Data Protection Trustmark.

Its secured and trusted platform garnered over one million consumers every month, with access to AXS’s extensive range of over 800 bill payment services through a network of kiosks, mobile app and Internet portal.

The Fraud Protect360 insurance covers AXS users for up to S$1,000 against cyber incidents such as unauthorised electronic fund transfer from their personal bank accounts and online retail fraud where payment was sent but goods were not received.

Introduced in partnership with HL Assurance, this insurance plan aims to offer an extra layer of protection, ensuring peace of mind for users as they conduct their transactions on the AXS platform and engage in other online activities.

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New Arrival: Samsung WindFree Multi-Split Air Conditioners

Monday, April 8th, 2024

The latest additions to Samsung’s Bespoke AI appliances supported by AI innovation promises smarter experiences to elevate homeowners’ lifestyles.

Samsung Electronics Singapore today announced the launch of its latest WindFree Air Conditioner series, expanding Samsung’s range of home appliances for smarter homes, designed to elevate homeowners’ lifestyles with its Comfort Cooling, Energy-Saving, and Connected Living features.

Samsung Electronics Singapore today announced the launch of its latest WindFree Air Conditioner series, expanding Samsung’s range of home appliances for smarter homes, designed to elevate homeowners’ lifestyles with its Comfort Cooling, Energy-Saving, and Connected Living features.

The new WindFree Air Conditioners will be available in May 2024.

Configurations and prices for Samsung WindFree air conditioners.

Configurations and prices for Samsung WindFree air conditioners.

To allow homeowners to manage their homes in a smarter way, Samsung is also launching a lineup of new Bespoke AI appliances with enhanced connectivity and AI capabilities.

Prices and availability of Samsung’s new Bespoke AI appliances.

Prices and availability of Samsung’s new Bespoke AI appliances.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM A4 Inkjet Printers

Friday, April 5th, 2024

The new Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 A4 colour multifunction printers will be available for sale in Singapore by May 2024.

The Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 colour multifunction printers is a new line of energy-efficient and compact mid-range A4 printers that optimises office layouts without having to compromise on productivity.

The Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550 colour multifunction printers is a new line of energy-efficient and compact mid-range A4 printers that optimises office layouts without having to compromise on productivity.

The introduction of the new inkjet printer is aligned with Epson’s sustainability commitment and follows the phasing out of its laser printers in Southeast Asia at the end of 2023.

This new range of business inkjet printers aims to provide an equally efficient and affordable alternative to laser printing by incorporating innovative solutions and compact design into the lineup.

With fast print speeds of 40 and 55 pages per minute, even in duplex mode, these new models are the A4 counterparts to their A3 siblings: the Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C4000 and AM-C5000 which were introduced in early 2023.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: PRISM+ Oasis Pro Ceiling Fans

Wednesday, March 13th, 2024

Singapore brand PRISM+ is updating its ceiling fan lineup with the Oasis Pro – with prices ranging from S$249 to S$489 (details below), depending on embellishments. Pre-orders begin tomorrow, 14 March 2024, with delivery expected end April.

The PRISM+ Oasis Pro offers an upgraded user experience with better airflow and brighter lighting.

The PRISM+ Oasis Pro offers an upgraded user experience with better airflow and brighter lighting.

Building on the popularity of its predecessor, the latest iteration of the Oasis expands on the modular approach, offering homeowners 3,120 combinations of design and functionality – including new blade and housing design options, as well as colours

Prices for the PRISM+ Oasis Pro Ceiling Fans, exclusive of installation charges. PRISM+ will be at the IT Show 2024 from 14 - 17 March 2024 at Suntec City Convention Centre, booth #8701.

Prices for the PRISM+ Oasis Pro Ceiling Fans, exclusive of installation charges. PRISM+ will be at the IT Show 2024 from 14 – 17 March 2024 at Suntec City Convention Centre, booth #8701.

PRISM+ boasts that the Oasis Pro will be the first ceiling fan in Singapore to be launched with RGB lighting, allowing homeowners to further personalise the mood and ambience in their homes to their liking.

More details below from the press release.

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New Arrival: PRISM+ Launches Its First Refrigerators

Tuesday, March 12th, 2024

Singaporean brand PRISM+ is venturing into the refrigerator space with 10 new models to be unveiled at the IT Show. Capacities come in 330L, 420L, 530L and 600L while promotional prices (below) range from S$599 to S$999. Available from tomorrow, 13 March 2024.

As part of its unveiling, PRISM+ will be offering a limited-time IT Show promotional price, on top of its launch promotional Pricing. PRISM+ will be at the IT Show 2024 from 14 - 17 March 2024 at Suntec City Convention Centre, booth #8701.

As part of its unveiling, PRISM+ will be offering a limited-time IT Show promotional price, on top of its launch promotional Pricing. PRISM+ will be at the IT Show 2024 from 14 – 17 March 2024 at Suntec City Convention Centre, booth #8701.

The new refrigerators comprise two lineups – PureFresh and EverShine.

The PureFresh lineup comes in 330L, 420L, 530L and 600L capacities in two colour variants – Inox (Steel) and Black Inox (Black Steel).

The Black Inox version is priced S$20 more. Detailed pricing below.

The three smaller capacities are top-mounted while the 600L is a side-by-side model with a freezer compartment that’s almost twice in size.

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New Arrival: Leica SL3 Mirrorless Full Frame Camera

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

The Leica SL3 is now available globally at all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store, and authorised dealers — with a retail price of S$10,400 inclusive of GST.

The “Made in Germany” Leica SL3 offers an optimised design, efficient user interface, and the versatile L-Mount bayonet to offer a mirrorless full-frame camera boasting high image quality.

The “Made in Germany” Leica SL3 offers an optimised design, efficient user interface, and the versatile L-Mount bayonet to offer a mirrorless full-frame camera boasting high image quality.

At the core of the Leica SL3 is the BSI CMOS full-frame sensor with Triple Resolution Technology, protected in a solid all-metal body with elegant leather.

The sensor records raw files in DNG or JPEG format with a resolution of either 60, 36 or 18 MP.

In each case, the full sensor surface is used.

The SL3 has a dynamic range expanded to 15 f-stops and an ISO range from 50 to 100,000.

With phase detection (PDAF), depth mapping (Object Detection AF), and contrast recognition (Contrast Detection AF), the autofocus system of the SL3 combines the strengths of three technologies to create sharp pictures even in dim light.

More details below from the press release.

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