Posts Tagged ‘Singapore’
Monday, November 15th, 2021
The virtual Center of Excellence will promote smarter and more sustainable urban vegetable farming in Singapore and Asia.
“Signify is committed to bringing more than 80 years of experience in horticulture lighting and our spectrum of science-based lighting solutions to help growers in Asia navigate challenges in indoor farming. The Center of Excellence will act as a one-stop knowledge and expertise resource supporting farmers to move towards sustainable food production,” said Rami Hajjar, Cluster Leader for South-East Asia, Signify.
The center will provide research insights and advanced lighting solutions for growers in Singapore and the region that will help Singapore and Asia produce local, pesticide-free vegetables grown in a sustainable way.
Editor’s Note
It’s great that Signify is bringing its expertise in urban horticulture to this part of the world.
As early as 2014, when Signify was part of Philips, tech4tea.com has been watching their developments in this area.
As a virtual COE, the knowhow will be available not only in Singapore and Asia, but everywhere around the world as well.
Looking forward to its contributions to urban farming in this region and worldwide.
The center is Signify’s first virtual horticultural knowledge-based research center.
It aims to enable urban growers to access knowledge residing with Signify’s teams and specialists, expertise in its proven growth recipes and its portfolio of products and services.
Research insights gathered by Signify’s physical research hubs, the GrowWise Center in Eindhoven and BrightBox in Venlo, since 2015 will also be made available over this virtual center.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:farming, horticulture, LED, lighting, offices, Philips, Signify, Singapore
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Wednesday, November 10th, 2021
The Omnidesk Ascent will be available in Singapore from 6 December at S$1,298 for the standard resin-top version and S$1,647 for the Wildwood version with wood-top.
The Omnidesk Ascent is available in standard (resin-top) or Wildwood (wood-top) versions while the frames (legs) come in black or white. This is the Wildwood version.
Pre-orders for the new Omnidesk Ascent begins today (see sidebar for promotional prices).
Promotional Prices for Omnidesk Ascent
Standard (resin-top)
- S$1,298: Usual price
- S$850: Pre-order before 6 Dec
- S$950: From 6 Dec onwards
Wildwood (wood-top)
- S$1,647: Usual price
- S$1,149: Pre-order before 6 Dec
- S$1,249: From 6 Dec onwards
The controller for the Ascent has been re-designed to look more pleasing and includes a 5V USB charging port, as well as control buttons to adjust the height of the table.
The controller is located to the left of the Ascent and includes 4 buttons for pre-programmed heights, as well as an OLED screen for adjusting other settings for the table.
Newly introduced for Ascent is a companion iOS/Android app – “Omnidesk Life” – which enables users to adjust the height of the table remotely (via Bluetooth), including 9 pre-programmed heights and other features such as tracking the time spent sitting or standing at the desk.
The standard (resin-top) version of the Omnidesk Ascent standing table.
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Tags:accessories, Aftershock, appliances, furniture, new arrivals, Omnidesk, PRISM+, Singapore, tables
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Tuesday, October 26th, 2021
Fujifilm Business Innovation (previously Fuji Xerox) launches the ApeosWide 3030/6050 monochrome wide-format multifunction printers with three new products under two models for scanning and printing A0 size drawings with enhanced security functions to prevent leakage of confidential drawings.
The new ApeosWide 3030/6050 monochrome wide-format multifunction printers from Fujifilm Business Innovation support secure scanning and printing for engineering drawings in the manufacturing, construction and facility management industries.
The ApeosWide 3030/6050 multifunction printers with its existing security print and copy management are equipped with robust network security functions with the latest version of the network security standard – Transport Layer Security (TLS 1.3), which provides a stronger encryption for network communications.
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Tags:Business IT, Fuji Xerox, Fujifilm BI, MFC, new arrivals, printers, Singapore
Posted in Announce, Availability, Business IT, Enterprise IT, Fax, Fuji Xerox, Fujifilm, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, Multi-function printer, newArrivals, Press Release, Printers, printers, Scanners, Specifications | No Comments »
Saturday, October 23rd, 2021
The AGON 4 Series comes in three different sizes: 24.5-inch, 27-inch and 31.5-inch and is targeted at professional and enthusiast gamers. Prices below.
The new AGON 4 series gaming monitor has received industry acclaim achieving the Red Dot Design Award.
The AGON 4 Series expands AOC’s flagship AGON Pro lineup of gaming monitors.
The AGON 4 Series uses fast IPS panels and offers a 1.0ms response time (GTG), VESA Display HDR certification, logo projection and lighting effects.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:AGON, AOC, gaming, monitors, new arrivals, Singapore
Posted in Announce, audioVisual, Entertainment, Gadgets, gadgets, Gaming, Gaming, Monitors, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Specifications | No Comments »
Friday, October 22nd, 2021
Sony has announced the new Alpha 7IV (available in Dec 2021) with 33-megapixel full-frame sensor, as well as two new flashes (late Nov 2021): HVL-F60RM2 and HVL-f46RM. Prices TBA.
Sony positions the Alpha 7 IV as the “perfect all-around camera for today’s imaging enthusiasts and professionals who shoot all scenarios”.
The new Alpha 7 IV (model ILCE-7M4) features many of Sony’s imaging technologies including the latest BIONZ XR processing engine and AF (autofocus) capabilities based on the flagship Alpha 1 model, combined with streamlined operability and enhanced reliability for photos and movies.
The newly developed 33MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor CMOS image sensor offers good image quality and Wide ISO sensitivity range expandable to ISO 50-204800.
Key specifications of the Sony Alpha 7 IV. Click to enlarge. Full specs here.
The latest processing engine BIONZ XR used in the flagship Alpha 1 delivers high-speed AF, uninterrupted continuous shooting at 10fps with AF/AE tracking and a large buffer for a smooth shooting experience.
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Tags:Alpha, cameras, flashes, MIL, new arrivals, Singapore, Sony
Posted in A7, Alpha, Announce, Availability, Cameras, cameras, Gadgets, gadgets, MIL, newArrivals, Press Release, Sony, Specifications | 2 Comments »
Thursday, October 21st, 2021
Retailing at S$49, Redmi Buds 3 is available now through official Xiaomi stores on Lazada and Shopee, Authorised Xiaomi Stores and other official retailers in Singapore.
A single charge provides up to 5 hours of listening time and while the charging case can give up to 20 hours.
The Redmi Buds 3 has a half in-ear design and weighs only 4.5g, offering more comfort for long time usage.
The earbuds support fast charging – a single 10-minute charge provides 90 minutes of use.
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Tags:AV, earbuds, new arrivals, Redmi, Singapore, Xiaomi
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Wednesday, October 20th, 2021
Unveiled during Apple’s second fall event, the new MacBook Pro (14 and 16-inch) features a 1080p camera and better connectivity than previous versions of the laptop.
Featuring a brand new design, the 14- and 16-inch models of Apple‘s new MacBook Pro were designed with a focus on performance and utility.
Apple today unveiled the new MacBook Pro powered by the new M1 Pro and M1 Max — the first pro chips designed for the Mac.
Pricing and Availability
The new MacBook Pro models with M1 Pro and M1 Max are available to order soon on Apple’s online store and in the Apple Store app, select Apple Store locations and Apple Authorised Resellers.
The new 14-inch MacBook Pro model starts at S$2,999, and S$2,769 for education.
The 16-inch MacBook Pro model starts at S$3,749, and S$3,449 for education.
macOS Monterey will be available as a free software update on Monday, 25 October.
Available in 14- and 16-inch models, MacBook Pro features a Liquid Retina XDR display, a wide range of ports for advanced connectivity, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, and a strong audio system.
The macOS Monterey is engineered to take full advantage of M1 Pro and M1 Max to provide a great user experience.
Apple has designed the MacBook Pro for developers, photographers, filmmakers, 3D artists, scientists, and music producers/
The new MacBook Pro joins the 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1 to complete the MacBook Pro lineup.
More details below about the new Apple MacBook Pro laptop, from the press release.
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Tags:Apple, computers, launch, MacBook, new arrivals, prices, Singapore, unveil
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Friday, September 24th, 2021
The iPhone 13 series of smartphones hits the shelves today. Belkin is offering its SCREENFORCE TemperedGlass Antimicrobial-Treated Screen Protectors for the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Prices & availability below.
Protect your spanking new iPhone 13 with Belkin’s SCREENFORCE TemperedGlass Antimicrobial-Treated Screen Protector.
Available at both Singtel & Starhub retail stores – Usual price S$59. However, getting the line subscription at one go, PwP @ S$25 from 24 Sep.
20 Oct, 2021: I’ve just posted an Instagram giveaway for a Belkin SCREENFORCE TemperedGlass Antimicrobial-treated Screen Protector for the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The giveaway winner will be announced in a week’s time on 27 Oct. So go try your luck!
While at our channel Challenger, Gain City, Harvey Norman stores – Usual price S$59. And PwP with iPhone 13 purchase, it is going @ S$29 from 27 Sep.
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Tags:accessories, Apple, Belkin, iPhone, new arrivals, Singapore
Posted in Accessories, Announce, Apple, Availability, Belkin, cases/housings, Gadgets, gadgets, newArrivals, Prices, Specifications | 2 Comments »
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
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Friday, September 10th, 2021
IoT – or the Internet of Things – has been the buzzword for a while now and businesses are constantly on the lookout for ways to fast track their IoT adoptions and rollouts.
I spoke with Jitender Khurana to find out how a traditional lighting network can be harnessed to rapidly transform a dumb building into a smart IoT-enabled environment.
Jitender Khurana is the Country Head & Managing Director for Singapore and Emerging Markets at Signify. Photo: Signify.
I asked Jitender the key to Signify’s competitive advantage in helping its customers embrace IoT.
Three simple words: “Lighting is ubiquitous,” says Jitender, head honcho for Singapore and Emerging Markets at Signify.
“Lighting is ubiquitous,” says Jitender Khurana, head honcho for Singapore and Emerging Markets at Signify.
But how does that give Signify a leg up in helping businesses embrace IoT more quickly and easily?
Well, the most tedious aspect of rolling out an IoT implementation is typically the deployment of IoT sensors and the network connecting these sensors back to the IoT platform.
Laying the network for both power supply and data tends to be both costly and time-consuming.
For Signify – that network is simply the lighting network that forms the basic infrastructure of any building or facility.
As far as the world leader in lighting is concerned, “Where there’s light(ing), there can be an IoT sensor integrated into the luminaire”.
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Tags:Business IT, horticulture, interviews, IoT, opinion, Philips, Signify, Singapore, sustainability, UVC
Posted in Business IT, Enterprise IT, Internet of Things, Interview, Interview, IoT, Network, Opinion, Philips, Signify, Tech Focus, Technology | 4 Comments »
