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Wednesday, August 12th, 2020
Xiaomi is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the launch of the Redmi 9C on Shopee on Sunday, 16 August. There will also be promotional discounts for Xiaomi devices from 14 – 21 August on Xiaomi’s Official Stores on Shopee and Lazada. Promotions below.

Xiaomi Redmi 9C to be launched for Singapore on Shopee on Sunday, 16 August.
The entry-level Redmi 9C will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G35 processor and feature a large 6.53-inch HD+ Dot Drop large display – good for gamers.
Prices for Redmi 9C
- Redmi 9C (2GB+32GB): S$159 (fr 16 August)
- Redmi 9C (3GB+64GB): S$179 (fr 23 August)
The smartphone has a 5000mAh (TYP) high-capacity battery, and 13-megapixel AI triple camera.
For those considering Xiaomi’s other smartphone models, or looking for a robot vacuum mop, gaming monitor or wireless earphones, check out below the 10th Anniversary sales on Xiaomi’s Official Store on Shopee.
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Tags:Lazada, MediaTek, new arrivals, promotions, Redmi, sales, Shopee, Singapore, smartphones, Xiaomi
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Monday, August 10th, 2020
The Galaxy Buds Live (S$288) are Samsung’s latest true wireless earbuds – now available for pre-orders, for collection from 17 August.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live will be available in Mystic Bronze, Mystic White and Mystic Black.
Combining AKG’s sound expertise with a bigger, 12mm speaker compared to Galaxy Buds+, along with a bass duct, audio sounds deep and rich so you can enjoy music the way the artist intended.
Galaxy Buds Live comes with three microphones and Voice Pickup Unit so you can feel like you’re in the same room as your loved ones, even when you’re apart.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live was unveiled together with 4 other devices during Galaxy Unpacked 2020.
These earbuds feature Active Noise Cancellation for open type bringing the best of both: live and spacious sound quality, with the ability for you to tune in (or out) of the world around you.
Below are details of how to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live in Singapore.
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Thursday, August 6th, 2020
Sony’s new wireless noise cancelling headphones offers up to 30 hours of battery life. The WH-1000XM4 will be available in Singapore (S$549) from tomorrow, 7 August.

Sony’s noise cancelling wireless headphones WH-1000XM4 in Black and Platinum Silver (pictured here) will be available at selected retail shops and online stores from 7 August 2020 at a retail price of S$549 inclusive GST.
The WH-1000XM4 is the 4th generation over-ear wireless noise cancelling headphones in Sony’s 1000X family.
Key features of the WH-1000XM4 include:
- Superior sound with Industry-leading Noise Cancellation.
- Less noise and purer sound with smart listening technology that automatically personalises your experience.
- Practical, comfortable and stylish with up to 30 hours battery life.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:audio, headphones, new arrivals, noise cancelling, Singapore, Sony, wireless
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Wednesday, August 5th, 2020
Pre-orders / Registration of Interest for the Samsung Galaxy Note20 begins tomorrow at 10am (Singapore Time). Collection from 17 August. Prices and configurations below.

The five new devices which Samsung unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked 2020 a moment ago.
Samsung unveiled five gadgets during Galaxy Unpacked.
Singapore prices below (incl. GST). Note20 covers from S$38 – S$98.
- Galaxy Note20 (256GB)
- Note20: S$1,398
- Note20 5G: S$1,548
- Note20 Ultra 5G: S$1,898
- Galaxy Tab
- Tab S7 (11”, Wi-Fi/LTE): S$998–S$1298
- Tab S7+ (12.4”, Wi-Fi/5G): S$1,598/S$1,798
- Galaxy Watch3: S$648 – S$948
- Galaxy Buds Live: S$288
- Galaxy Z Fold2: S$TBA
More details below from Samsung on how to pre-order the Note20 in Singapore, as well as promotional bundles.
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Saturday, August 1st, 2020
Vivo will be launching their X50 series flagship smartphones in Singapore on 15 August. Together with the vivo X50 (S$799) and vivo X50 Pro 5G (S$1,099), the vivo TWS Earphone Neo (S$159) will also be launched.

The vivo X50 Pro 5G will be in Singapore in two weeks.
The X50 and X50 Pro 5G feature professional-grade camera technologies for mobile photography.
Availability
X50 in Frost Blue and Glaze Black will be priced at S$799, while the X50 Pro 5G in Alpha Grey will be priced at S$1099 (without contract).
The TWS Earphone Neo will be available at S$159, in two colours – Starry Blue and Moonlight White.
All will be available in Singapore on 15 August through M1, Singtel, StarHub, Online (Lazada, Shopee, Qoo10) and authorised retailers.
Stabilisation, night mode, zoom, and portrait technologies in the X50 series smartphones enable users to capture stable and high-quality images and videos in a wide range of scenarios.
X50 Pro 5G has one 32MP front camera and four cameras on the rear (48MP Main, 8MP Super Wide-Angle, 13MP Professional Portrait, and 8MP 5x Telescopic).
X50 Pro’s 5x Telescopic lens also supports 60x Hyper Zoom.
The wireless TWS Earphone Neo has a customised 14.2mm Moving-Coil Unit, promising a more powerful and full-bodied sound, as well as a bio-fiber composite diaphragm to enhance audio details.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:Android, flagship, launch, Singapore, smartphones, video, Vivo
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Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Priced at S$1,299, the Ruark R3 will be available in Singapore in Rich Walnut and Soft Grey colours from mid-August 2020 onwards.

Ruark Audio R3: stylish and compact music system with expansive sound.
Equipped with a high-fidelity two-channel Class A-B amplifier and enclosed in hand-crafted wood cabinets, the R3 promises a dynamic performance akin to larger sound systems while doubling as a modern piece of furniture for the home.
The R3 all-in-one music system joins Ruark Audio’s luxury sound systems – the R7, R5, MR1 and MRx – which were launched in Singapore earlier this year.
More details below from the press release.
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Wednesday, July 15th, 2020
Xiaomi today announced new additions to their IoT-connected smart hardware range. The global online launch also included the presentation of Redmi 9, Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C.

The Mi Smart Band 5 is part of the slew of new smart IoT gadgets that Xiaomi launched globally.
The new smart products launched by Xiaomi include the following.
- Mi Smart Band 5
- Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2
- Mi Electric Scooter 1S
- Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic
- its first-ever Mi TV Stick
- Mi Curved Gaming Monitor 34”
The local sales info and prices in Singapore of these smart devices will be announced when those products are available.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:earphones, IoT, launch, Mi, monitors, Redmi, scooters, Singapore, smartphones, TV, wearables, Xiaomi
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Saturday, July 11th, 2020
Ideal wireless earbuds for the fitness-conscious. Pretty design, snug fit, great sound quality. These were the earbuds of choice that saw my wife through the COVID-19 months and accompanied her on her morning jogs.
The Soul ST-SX2 is the earbuds-of-choice when it comes to true wireless earphones for the sporty – delivering good sound quality, a snug fit and easy usability.
With COVID-19 lockdown all around the world, the only workout we’re getting nowadays are the weights and rowing machine at home, and the jogs around the neighbourhood.
No more swims or visits to the gym.
I gave my wife the Soul ST-SX2 true wireless earbuds as a Mother’s Day gift – and she loves it!
I gave the Soul ST-XS2 to my wife as a Mother’s Day gift and she’s been stuck on them ever since – during her morning jogs.
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Tags:audio, AV, earbuds, earphones, fitness, music, Soul, sports, wireless
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Tuesday, July 7th, 2020
The MHC-V83D, MHC-V73D, MHC-V43D and MHC-V13 will be available in Singapore at selected Sony Stores, Sony Store Online, Sony Centres, Sony’s flagship store on Lazada and selected authorised dealers from August 2020. Prices TBA.

The four new one-box styled models of different sizes are suitable for a variety of occasions. From left: Sony MHC-V83D, MHC-V73D, MHC-V43D, and MHC-V13.
Sony’s four new additions to its High-Power Audio Systems range introduces powerful sound with the new Omnidirectional Party Sound and Omnidirectional Party Light to create “incredible” atmospheres.
The Sony MHC-V83D, MHC-V73D, MHC-V43D and MHC-V13 expand choices for party lovers as well as families who prefer one-box styled systems with a smaller footprint and portable design.
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Tags:audio, AV, HiFi, Singapore, Sony, speakers
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Monday, July 6th, 2020
The new portable Bluetooth speakers of the LG XBOOM Go PL series comprises models PL7 (S$299), PL5 (S$209) and PL2 (S$109) and is now available in Singapore at all authorised retailers.

Although compact in size, the portable Bluetooth speakers have long battery lives necessary for convenient use anywhere. From Left: LG XBOOM Go PL5, PL2, PL7 wireless Bluetooth speakers.
The three new speakers in the series boast well-balanced sound, enhanced usability and a stylish new design.
Where to Purchase
The LG XBOOM Go PL series is available in Singapore at all authorized retailers – Best Denki, Challenger, COURTS, Harvey Norman, NTUC and Popular.
Equipped with Meridian’s advanced audio technology, the XBOOM Go PL speakers promise high quality sound with deep bass, rich treble and clear vocals.
For a wider soundstage with detail across the higher frequencies, the PL7 employs dual tweeters, while all models promise good bass with the inclusion of Dual passive radiators.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:audio, AV, Bluetooth, launch, LG, music, prices, Singapore, sound, speakers, specs, wireless, XBOOM
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