Archive for the ‘headphones’ Category

New Android smartphone: Sony Xperia Z showcased in Singapore

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013

Unveiled only last week at CES 2013 in Las Vegas, the new flagship for Sony Mobile’s Xperia smartphones was showcased in Singapore to the regional media.

The Xperia Z and its smaller variant (Xperia ZL) will be available globally in Q1 2013. Prices are yet to be announced.

Update (7 February, 2013):

The Xperia Z will debut in Singapore on 1 March 2013. RRP: S$988 without contract.

You can pre-order at  the Xperia Store, Sony Stores and Sony Centres from 15-24 February and get a gift.

Xperia Z will be available in the above stores on 1 March and from all telco operators from March 2nd onwards, in black or white. The purple Xperia Z will be available one week after on 8 March.

Sony Mobile's new flagship smartphone - Xperia Z. Available Q1 2013.

Sony Mobile’s new flagship smartphone – Xperia Z. Available Q1 2013.

The Xperia Z embodies leading edge technology that Sony had developed over the years for its wide range of electronic devices.

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CES 2013: Jabra announces new suite of music headphones

Friday, January 11th, 2013

Corded and wireless stereo headphones from Jabra: Jabra Vox in-ear earphones (S$148), Jabra Revo (S$248, corded) and Jabra Revo Wireless (S$398) headphones.

Expected to retail in Singapore in February.

Latest headphones and earphones from Jabra at CES 2013.

Latest headphones and earphones from Jabra at CES 2013.

Jabra has introduced Dolby Digital Plus technology which – together with Jabra’s Sound App for iOS and Android devices – promises a much richer and fuller sound that is often missing in digitally compressed audio.

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New headphones: Sony’s Next Generation XBA Headphones

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013

Sony is introducing the XBA-40 (S$388), XBA-30 (S$318), XBA-20 (S$238) and XBA-10 (S$98) in-ear headphones, available now from all Sony stores and authorised outlets.

Each of the models in the second generation in-ear XBA headphones come in gold or silver.

Each of the models in the second generation in-ear XBA headphones come in gold or silver.

For users listening to music on their iPhones, each of these earphones models also come with “iP” versions that allow remote control of the music playing while talking hands-free.

Model SRP
XBA-40 S$388
XBA-30 S$318
XBA-20 S$238
XBA-10 S$98
XBA-40iP S$408
XBA-30iP S$338
XBA-20iP S$268
XBA-10iP S$118

These headphones are the second generation of Sony’s popular XBA range of in-ear headphones, with gold and silver colour variations for each model to suit the individual’s taste.

The new XBA headphones feature the same micro-sized Balanced Armature (BA) drivers that are optimised for music enjoyment.

Double-layered housing prevents unwanted vibrations for crystal clear mid-high range audio reproduction.

The new range of XBA in-ear headphones now come with a high quality, PCOCC grain-free and oxygen-free copper cable wiring that minimises sound transmission loss.

A serrated anti-friction tangle-free cord helps music lovers deal with the constant challenge of messily stored wires.

Nokia Windows Phone 8 Lumia 920 and 820 hits Singapore 8 Dec

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.

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.

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

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

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.

SITEX 2012 promotions: HP desktops, notebooks, tablets and printers

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.

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.

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.

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.

Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for HP accessories including mouse, keyboards, headsets, speakers, bags and webcams; as well as software.

SITEX 2012 promotions: Lenovo desktops, notebooks, tablets & accessories

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.

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

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.

SITEX 2012 promotions: Jabra headsets and portable speakers

Monday, November 19th, 2012

Jabra will be at SITEX 2012 at Hall 6 Booths 6E20 and 6B10 in the Singapore EXPO.

Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for Jabra headsets and portable speakers.

Click to view or download SITEX 2012 promotions for Jabra headsets and portable speakers.

Check out SITEX 2012 promotions for Jabra headsets and portable speakers for voice, music, in-car and PC.

Newly launched Jabra TOUR in-car speakerphone latches onto the car visor.

Newly launched Jabra TOUR in-car speakerphone latches onto the car visor.

Experience massive heart-thumping sound from the Jabra SOLEMATE portable music speakers, check out the unparalleled noise-killer performance in the new Jabra EXTREME2, elegantly designed Jabra TOUR in-car speakerphone with iPhone Siri activation feature and highly-affordable, Jabra CLEAR.

Win up to $2,500 worth of prizes daily with Jabra sure-win Wheel of Fortune with every $80 spent.

COMEX 2012 promotions: HP

Thursday, August 30th, 2012

HP will be at COMEX 2012 at Suntec Singapore at Level 4, Hall 401, Booths 8108, 8150, 8245, 8428.

Check out promotions and offers from HP during COMEX 2012.

Check out promotions and offers from HP during COMEX 2012.

Check out HP’s COMEX 2012 discounts and freebies for computers, printers, media, and accessories.

HP在COMEX 2012售卖着多样产品,包括电脑,打印机,电脑零件,以及打印机所用的纸张与墨。在展览期间都享有折扣。HP的产品可在四楼8108,8150, 8245,以及8428号展览亭购买。” – 科技点心(微薄)

Computers (Booths 8150 & 8245) include desktops, all-in-ones, notebooks, and ultrabooks.

Printers (Booth 8150) include HP’s LaserJet laser printers, Officejet all-in-one (AIO) laser printers, as well as Deskjet and Photosmart inkjet AIO printers.

Media include a full range of printer papers and inks.

Accessories (Booths 8108, 8245 & 8428) include keyboards, mice, speakers, headphones, webcams, laptop bags, and hard drives.

COMEX 2012 promotions: Jabra

Wednesday, August 29th, 2012

Look for Jabra audio products at the Newstead (Level 3, Booth 3015) and Nubox (Level 4, Booth 8335) booths during COMEX 2012 at Suntec Singapore.

Click to view or download Jabra promotions during COMEX 2012.

Click to view or download Jabra promotions during COMEX 2012.

Whether you’re looking for earphones for music, earpieces for voice communications, or in-car speakers, check out the COMEX 2012 discounts for Jabra hands-free audio.

COMEX 2012 promotions: Sennheiser

Wednesday, August 29th, 2012

Sennheiser will be at COMEX 2012 at Suntec Singapore at Hall 6, Booth 6361.

Click to view or download Sennheiser promotions during COMEX 2012.

Click to view or download Sennheiser promotions during COMEX 2012.

Audio buffs can check out Sennheiser’s new Amperior headphones (S$499) and the RS220 wireless headphones (S$749). Free gifts for those spending above S$40, S$150 and S$200.