Archive for the ‘Launch’ Category
Monday, March 26th, 2018
Popsockets launches officially in Singapore as its maker sets up regional HQ in Singapore while it expands in Asia-Pacific.
PopSockets: the mobile phone grip-and-stand which started off as an indie Kickstarter project in 2012 sold over 35 million units last year is now available here and in the region.
The multi-functional PopSocket Grip can be used to stabilise selfie shots, act as a kickstand for watching YouTube and can even be mounted on walls and cars for easy viewing.
For avid Harry Potter fans, especially those “from” the house of Slytherin, this is the PopSocket for you!
Double PopSocket Grips are good for competitive mobile gamers who want a solid grip on the base of their phone to put their twin thumbs into action.
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Tags:accessories, Harry Potter, Justice League, Marvel, mobile, PopSockets, Singapore, Slytherin, Swarovski
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Tuesday, March 13th, 2018
The Garmin Forerunner 645 Music is a GPS running watch with integrated music and features Garmin Pay contactless payment solution. RRP: S$669 (without integrated music: S$599). IT Show 2018 promotions below.
Garmin Forerunner 645 Music & Forerunner 645 GPS smart watch.
The integrated music gives athletes the freedom to enjoy their favorite tunes on a run or during a workout without having to take a phone along.
Pricing and Availability
The Forerunner 645 Music is available with a black or cerise band and has a suggested retail price of S$669.
An option without integrated music capabilities – the Forerunner 645 – is available with a black or sandstone band with a suggested retail price of S$599.
The Forerunner 645 Music and Forerunner 645 will be available from 31 March 2018 at Advance Lap, Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, Gain City, Harvey Norman, Isetan Scotts, Tangs @ Tang Plaza, Takashimaya and all Garmin authorised retailers.
Need to buy a bottle of water or a quick bite after a workout?
Garmin Pay contactless payment solution lets users pay for purchases with the Forerunner 645 Music.
In addition to 24/7 heart rate monitoring, the smart watch includes advanced running dynamics, performance monitoring tools, connected features and thousands of ways to customise with free watch faces, widgets, data fields and apps through the Garmin Connect IQ store.
More details from the press release below.
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Tags:Forerunner 645, Garmin, GPS, IT Show, IT Show 2018, new arrivals, prices, promotions, smart watches, sports, wearables
Posted in Accessories, Announce, fitness watches, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Promotions, Specifications, Sports, Watches | No Comments »
Friday, March 9th, 2018
The height-adjustable Omnidesk can be configured for either standing or sitting position and unclutters the desktop with cable trays, USB ports, monitor arms and mounted speakers. Basic setup starts from S$630.
One desk to rule them all – Omnidesk from Aftershock PC.
Homegrown Aftershock PC is best known for its highly customisable laptops and desktops, where users can choose individual components to meet their very specific needs.
The founders of Aftershock PC are now bringing the same formula to the table top with the launch of Omnidesk.
The Omnidesk is a motorised, height-adjustable desk, that is fully customisable for work and play.
Start with selecting the size and shape of your desk.
Then choose the finish: from solid bamboo wood, to spill-resistant laminate, or even a signature mouse-mat texture coating, which lets you use an optical mouse directly on its surface, without the need for a mousepad.
All desks are height-adjustable at the push of a button through a silent, built-in motor.
Save up to four preset heights to memory, so that you can easily set the desk to your preferred height for work, gaming, or Netflix-watching, without having to manually readjust it every time.
There are also many desktop management options to customise the workspace of your dreams.
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Tags:Aftershock, furniture, gamers, Office, Omnidesk, Singapore
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Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
The 4,200 square foot gallery allows customers to browse and purchase smart blinds, curtains, wallpapers, marble and timber products and materials on display. Promotions below.
The mc2 gallery is located at 33 Ubi Ave 3, #01-28, Vertex Building, Singapore 408868.
Highlights of the gallery includes the following.
- ALTEX SecureZIP blinds – fully developed and made in Singapore.
- Curtain-shaping technology to keep curtains looking tidily folded.
- Showcase of blinds brands including Hunter Douglas and Toso.
The gallery serves as a one-stop space where homeowners and interior designers can browse and purchase a wide array of home fashion and decor products.
Curtain-shaping technology (right) keeps curtains looking tidily folded all the time.
Mc2 launch promotion
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Tags:home decor, homeTech, mc2, office opening, Singapore, smart blinds, smart homes
Posted in Appliances, Decor, Events, events, gadgets, Launch, Lifestyle, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Promotions | No Comments »
Tuesday, March 6th, 2018
Microsoft launched in Singapore today the new Surface Book 2, Surface Laptop and Surface Studio. It also unveiled its first dedicated Surface Store in South East Asia – inside the Harvey Norman Millenia Walk store in Singapore. Prices below.
The Microsoft Surface family: (from left) Surface Pro, Surface Book 2, Surface Studio, Surface Laptop.
The new Surface computers are additions to the existing Surface Pro tablet.
The Surface Book 2 & Surface Studio will be available from 15 March, while the Surface Pro & Surface Laptop are available now.
Prices and configurations of the new Surface devices in Singapore are listed below.
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Tags:accessories, computers, laptops, Microsoft, new arrivals, notebooks, prices, Singapore, store, Surface, Surface Book 2, Surface Dial, Surface Laptop, Surface Precision Dial, Surface Pro, Surface Studio, tablets
Posted in Accessories, Desktops, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Hybrid, Launch, Microsoft, Mouse, newArrivals, Notebooks, notebooks, Press Release, Prices, Shopping, Specifications, Surface, Tablets, tablets, Windows 10 | No Comments »
Sunday, March 4th, 2018
The new ESET Smart TV Security was showcased during MWC 2018 to protect against targeted malware attacks on connected TVs and other devices with the Android TV operating system.
According to statistics, there could be as many as 30 billion devices connected to the internet by 2020. While these gadgets bring numerous benefits to households, they also pose a threat to consumers’ everyday lives.
Smart TVs – with their microphones, cameras and USB ports – are increasingly becoming prime targets for malware attacks.
“Given the risks to security and privacy, consumers need to think about protecting smart home devices in the same way they would protect their laptops, tablets or mobiles – they cannot treat them like an average TV, kettle, or watch,” said Branislav Orlik, Mobile Security Product Manager at ESET.
By gaining control over a smart TV, cybercriminals can not only attack other devices on the user’s home network but also spy on individuals to gather sensitive and personal data.
Smart TVs with Android TV OS will also undoubtedly contribute to the spread of Android ransomware, which has already been persistently targeting Android devices for a number of years.
The threat has now crossed over to Android TVs, as incidents of smart TV screen-locks and ransom demands reported in the news have illustrated.
The ESET Smart TV Security application protects consumers with the following security features.
- Antivirus protection safeguards against increasing levels of Android malware.
- Anti-ransomware technology combats screen-locks.
- Multi-device scanning for malware on devices and USBs that connect to the smart TV.
- Anti-phishing to protect users from attempts to steal sensitive, personal information. This feature will be available only in the premium version of ESET Smart TV Security.
If ransomware is activated, users are advised to switch their smart TV off/on while the virus database is updated and scanning is initiated.
“Users need to feel safe in the knowledge that they can watch their favourite shows and browse the internet on their smartphones without fear of being watched or having their personal data compromised. ESET is the top-rated provider of security solutions for Android OS devices, so we are the smart choice for consumers to ensure all the devices in their homes, and the data they collect, are kept secure,” explains Orlik.
When ESET Smart TV Security detects ransomware on the device, the user is advised to uninstall the malware.
Once uninstall is confirmed, the ransomware will be cleared.
ESET’s Smart TV Security is available for download via Google Play, and can only be downloaded from a user’s TV device.
Once installed, users will be protected by ESET across their entire Android ecosystem – both smartphone and TV.
Tags:Android, antivirus, ESET, malware, ransomware, security, Smart TVs, software, TVs
Posted in Android, Announce, audioVisual, Entertainment, Internet, Launch, newArrivals, Press Release, Security, Smart TV, Software, software, TV | No Comments »
Thursday, March 1st, 2018
Circles.life offers unlimited data on demand at 4G+ speeds at S$3 per calendar day; as well as WhatsApp Passport – offering unlimited WhatsApp roaming for messaging in 18 countries at S$1 per calendar day.
In the same way that other asset light digital players in entertainment, transportation and hospitality has reimagined their respective industries, Circles.Life believes its proprietary cloud-based infrastructure Circles-X will reimagine the future of the telco industry.
The unlimited mobile data on demand that Circles.Life is offering is free from any contract and can be activated anytime by simply turning it on in the mobile dashboard within the CirclesCare app.
Unlimited outgoing calls
All Circles.Life basic plans currently come with 100 free minutes of talktime.
Now, they have a new option of getting unlimited local outgoing calls by adding S$16 per month.
Added to the base plan of S$28 and the S$2 per month free incoming calls value added service, this creates an option to get 6 GB of data and unlimited incoming and outgoing calls for S$46 per month.
Circles.Life customers customers are eligible to use the “Unlimited Data on Demand” without subscribing to the company’s existing 20GB for S$20 data upgrade.
Note that fair use policy applies, so speeds will be “managed” after 100GB of usage per month, based on the mobile number.
For WhatsApp Passport, customers can pay S$1 per day to enjoy unlimited data usage for WhatsApp messaging while roaming with partner networks in over 18 countries, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Australia, USA, India and the UK.
Note that this is only for messaging – including sending of photos and videos – but does not include WhatsApp voice calls.
International expansion to Indonesia
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Tags:Circles.Life, data, Indonesia, launch, mobile data, mobility, Singapore, WhatsApp
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Wednesday, February 28th, 2018
Canon launched globally two new entry interchangeable lens cameras (EOS M50 & EOS 1500D) and an Auto Intelligent flash 470EX-AI. Prices & availability TBA.
The Canon EOS M50 mirrorless camera will be available in three kit options: EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM kit, EF-M15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM + EF-M55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM kit and body only.
The new 24.1-megapixel EOS M50 is the entry-level camera for Canon’s line-up of mirrorless cameras.
The first Canon camera to be equipped with the new DIGIC 8 image processor the EOS M50 ships with 4K movie shooting ability and an improved Dual Pixel CMOS AF.
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Tags:1500D, 470EX-AI, cameras, Canon, DSLR, EOS, Flash, launch, M50, MIL, mirrorless, Singapore
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Wednesday, February 28th, 2018
Veeam Availability Orchestrator offers Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery compliance and peace of mind for enterprises.
Available today, Veeam Availability Orchestrator enables enterprises to mitigate the risk caused by outdated and untested disaster recovery plans and instead easily create, document, test and execute DR plans, ensuring total compliance. Click on image to enlarge.
Veeam® Software today announced the general availability of its new Veeam Availability Orchestrator – the newest addition to the Veeam Availability Platform – which enables enterprises to ensure business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR) compliance.
“Enterprise customers are demanding not only Availability, but also help in ensuring compliance. In the event of a disaster, enterprises stand to lose millions in downtime, $21.8 million according to our latest Veeam Availability Report, as well as damaged reputation and lost productivity. Without having a disaster recovery plan that is up-to-date, tested and documented, it’s difficult to respond quickly when disaster strikes. With new Veeam Availability Orchestrator, enterprises can achieve a true Availability platform, reduce costs, define their DR plans, and achieve the peace of mind that comes from knowing that they are able and ready to provide business continuity, even in the worst case scenario,” said Danny Allan, Vice President of Product Strategy at Veeam.
Most DR failures can be tracked back to outdated and untested plans.
The rapidly increasing rate of business and technology changes makes it critical that companies update their DR plans continuously, something that only 14 percent do today, according to Forrester Research.
Veeam Availability Orchestrator tackles this problem by offering a DR orchestration solution that reduces the time, cost and effort associated with planning for and recovering from a disaster.
While many enterprises have a DR plan already in place, executing on these plans is often complex, cumbersome and time-consuming.
Expensive, error-prone manual processes are common but do not scale, resulting in DR plans that can easily become obsolete.
This results in risk to both data and application Availability, but also to compliance with industry regulations and governing bodies.
Veeam Availability Orchestrator provides an orchestration engine with planning, automated documenting and testing capabilities for preparedness and compliance, with full support for Veeam replicas.
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Tags:availability, Business Continuity, Business IT, compliance, Disaster Recovery, enterprise IT, Orchestrator, software, Veeam
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Monday, February 26th, 2018
Samsung unveils Samsung Galaxy S9 & S9+ with Super Slow-mo video, dual-aperture low light camera and AR Emoji. Available from 16 March, 2018 in select markets in 4 colour choices – Midnight Black, Titanium Gray, Coral Blue and a new hue, Lilac Purple. Prices & availability below.
Update (11am, 26 February, 2018):
Samsung has released the local pricing and availability in Singapore.
Check out the details here.
Hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S9 and Samsung Galaxy S9+ flagship Android smartphones in Singapore.
The new Samsung Galaxy S9 and Samsung Galaxy S9+ flagship Android smartphones.
For the US, the direct purchase price from Samsung of a SIM-free Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will cost US$719.99 and US$839.99 respectively – local pricing for other countries are yet to be revealed.
Key specs of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. Click on image to enlarge.
More details from the press release below.
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Tags:Android, Bixby, Emoji, flagship, Galaxy, MWC, MWC 2018, S9, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy, smartphones
Posted in Android, Announce, Gadgets, gadgets, GALAXY, Launch, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Samsung, smartphones, Specifications | No Comments »
