Archive for the ‘Internet’ Category
Tuesday, February 11th, 2014
In conjunction with international Safer Internet Day (SID), Microsoft has today released the results of its third annual Microsoft Computing Safety Index (MCSI).
To support Safer Internet Day, Microsoft is also asking consumers to “Do 1 Thing” to stay safer online and commit to doing so on a new, interactive website. Click to view/download the full infographic.
The MCSI survey measures the online safety behaviour of almost 10,500 consumers in 20 countries, including Singapore and the US, UK, Australia, China and India.
“The Internet is an integral part of our daily lives; we email to stay connected, share photos and videos, pay bills, and shop,” said Stephanie Hung, Director, Public Sector, Microsoft Singapore.
The latest survey revealed that online trouble has resulted in an estimated US$23 billion in worldwide financial losses in 2013, with financial loss due to compromise of professional reputation being the most costly.
To support Safer Internet Day, Microsoft is also asking consumers to “Do 1 Thing” to stay safer online and commit to doing so on a new, interactive “SaferOnline” website.
Microsoft Consumer Safety Index reveals impact of poor online safety behaviors in Singapore. Click to view/download the full infographic.
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Tags:infographics, Internet, MCSI, Microsoft, research, security
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Wednesday, January 29th, 2014
Have you ever wondered when is the best time to book the air ticket for your travels?
Skyscanner – a global travel search site – recently analysed three years of booking data and found that on average, you can snag the cheapest flight tickets if you purchase 26 weeks ahead of your travel date.
How far in advance are flight prices typically at their lowest? Check out the interactive inforgraphic at Skyscanner.
And do you know that the best time to book airtickets to Thailand is 8 weeks before your departure date?
“The earlier in advance you book, the better, especially for long haul destinations. It is also important to note that prices can really increase at the last minute, especially on budget airlines,” according to Kevin Foo, Skyscanner’s Head of Communications for APAC.
Skyscanner’s Best Time to Book analysis revealed that on average, the cheapest flight tickets from Singapore are available 26 weeks in advance of travel dates.
However, three years of booking data has also shown that price patterns can vary by type of airline and between short and long haul travel, and is very much destination dependent.
| Top 5 destinations by search analysis |
Average return flight price |
Best time to book (weeks before departure) |
| Indonesia |
SGD203 |
16 weeks |
| Thailand |
SGD247 |
8 weeks |
| Malaysia |
SGD155 |
9 weeks |
| Philippines |
SGD257 |
5 weeks |
| Australia |
SGD558 |
22 weeks |
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Tags:flights, infographic, promotions, Skyscanner, tickets, travel
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Saturday, January 4th, 2014
Two very different online shopping experience to check out over the weekend. Omigo offers to be Singapore’s one-stop online shopping destination; while SampleStore.com is an innovative try-vertising platform in Singapore.
Both websites are part of the Singapore Post group of companies with the former powered by vPost.
I first came across them during a briefing by SingPost a few weeks ago. I suppose it is part of the company’s effort to diversify its business beyond traditional mail and package delivery.
Omigo – online offers free delivery for purchases above S$99, and 14 days free return policy.
Omigo offers a broad range of products in the following categories: cameras, mobiles & tablets, computers, games, audio & video, and baby & toys.
So the product line at the moment seem to be heavy on the IT and electronics side.
The site offers free delivery for purchases above S$99, and 14 days free return policy. To start you off, you can sign up for their newsletter and get a free S$15 voucher.
SampleStore.com allows members to try out samples for free.
SampleStore.com is a more interesting concept, taking sample-trying into the digital age.
SampleStore.com handles only the trying of samples, so if you’re sold on the product and decide to purchase more of it, you’ll still have to go elsewhere – online or in a physical store – to make the purchase.
The website offers consumers the opportunity to “Try Before You Buy” a product.
You get to try out the samples you select for free, paying a flat rate of S$5.99 for handling and postage (certain samples even have these fees waived if they are sponsored).
To continue receiving samples for free, you have to write reviews on the website about the samples you have received and tried.
How SampleStore.com works.
Sample product categories include: Baby, Body, Eye, Face, Feminine care, Food, Fragrance, Hair, Sports, Supplement, Toiletries and Others.
Tags:Omigo, online, reviews, samples, SampleStore, shopping, SingPost, websites
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Thursday, December 12th, 2013
Music lovers can now stream millions of songs on your mobile devices for FREE. Spotify has also launched in 20 new markets today, making the service available in 55 markets.
“Today we’re giving people the best free music experience in the history of the smartphone and the tablet,” said Daniel Ek, Spotify CEO & Founder in New York City. “Whether you’re going to the gym, or having a party with friends. Just sit back and let Spotify serve you great music for every moment of your life.”
Listen to all your playlists, discover new music, or simply sit back and dig into your favourite artist’s entire back catalogue.
Spotify’s new free smartphone experience lets you shuffle play:
- Your music: Listen to all the playlists you’ve created and playlists from the people you follow. Spotify lets you discover new music, save, shuffle and share.
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Tags:free, launch, Led Zeppelin, mobile, music, Singapore, smartphones, Spotify, streaming, tablets
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Monday, November 11th, 2013
Developed by Tagit, the service reduces reliance on cash, enabling transfers to friends and family on the go.
Maybank and Tagit launches Maybank Mobile Money in Singapore today.
Maybank Singapore today announced the launch of Maybank Mobile Money, the first person-to-person (P2P) mobile payment service in Singapore that allows a person to send money to anyone using a mobile number.
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Tags:Android, Apps, banking, iOS, launch, Maybank, payment, Singapore, smartphones, Tagit
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Saturday, October 19th, 2013
The 32GB Nexus 7 (2013) LTE model (S$529) and Wi-Fi only model (S$429) from ASUS and Google are now available in Singapore TODAY. The 16GB Wi-Fi model (S$379) first debuted in Singapore last month.
32GB version of the Nexus 7 from ASUS and Google is available in Singapore from today in Wi-Fi only (S$429) and LTE (S$529) models. Shown here with optional Premium Cover (S$49).
In terms of technical specifications and physical dimensions, the new models are identical with the 16GB Wi-Fi model.
The new 32GB Wi-Fi model has twice the internal memory while the LTE model has 32GB plus LTE network connectivity.
- LTE Uplink: 100Mbps
- LTE Downlink: 50Mbps
- LTE: 800/850/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600
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Tags:Android, Android 4, Asus, availability, Google, Jelly Bean, launch, LTE, Nexus, Singapore, tablets, Wi-Fi
Posted in Android, Asus, Availability, Gadgets, gadgets, Google, LTE, newArrivals, Nexus, Prices, Specifications, Tablets, Wi-Fi | 1 Comment »
Monday, October 7th, 2013
The Singapore findings from the 2013 Norton Report shows that while the number of online adults who have experienced cybercrime has decreased (from 48 percent in 2012 to 37 percent in 2013), the average cost per victim has risen by 75 percent (S$1,448 in 2013, up from S$826 in 2012).
Click the image to view/download the detailed summary of the main findings of the 2013 Norton Report.
This year’s report reveals that as consumers become more mobile and connected, these conveniences often come at a cost to them and their security.
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Tags:mobile devices, Norton, reports, security, Singapore, social networks, survey, Symantec
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Monday, September 30th, 2013
Pilot is offering customisation services for selected pen collections on its newly-launched eCommerce site.
Pilot will also launch its latest Middle Ring (MR) Mechanical Pencil (S$28 + GST) in October 2013 through the site.
Sign off in style with a personalised Pilot pen.
The one-stop online store enables customers to imprint personalised messages or custom designs on Pilot’s online-exclusive collection of white-barrel pens from the Roller Ball and Ball Pen range for special occasions and events, or as unique gifts for family and friends.
Ordering online
All orders are subject to GST and shipping charges.
Singapore residents enjoy free delivery on orders above $300 and discounts when they purchase more than 144 pieces.
Delivery will be within 10 working days of ordering.
Choose from an array of Pilot pen online-exclusive collections comprising Frixion Ball, G-knock, Acroball and Patint series.
Refer to PDF document below.
There are six different font and colour options available.
Imprinting services start at $52.80 for 24 pieces (minimum order quantity).
Customers can also opt to have their customised pens housed in plastic sleeves or in white gift boxes, to be given as souvenirs or tokens for corporate functions and school events.
Online-Exclusive: Pilot Middle Ring Series Mechanical Pencil
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Tags:launch, Pilot, Singapore, stationery
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Thursday, September 12th, 2013
Bounce Mobile has launched in Singapore its online mobile and tablet trade-in platform for consumers making it easy for mobile phone owners to sell used mobile devices.
Bounce Mobile has launched Singapore’s first online mobile phone trade-in service.
With Bounce Mobile, people can now quickly and easily assess the value of their used devices, just by visiting www.bouncemobile.com.sg.
Bounce Mobile currently accepts devices from Apple, Samsung, BlackBerry, Nokia, Sony, LG, HTC, Motorola, and Huawei.
They can also arrange for free pick up island-wide, and have cash promptly and securely transferred to their bank accounts all with just a few clicks of a mouse or taps on a tablet.
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Tags:Apps, Bounce Mobile, Brightstar, gadgets, website
Posted in Announce, App, Apps, Gadgets, gadgets, Internet, Launch, newArrivals, Phones, Software, Tablets, Website | 1 Comment »
Sunday, May 26th, 2013
This is the time of the year when The Great Singapore Sale 2013 (31 May to 28 July) hits Singapore. But if you’re not in Singapore, or if you’re thinking of doing some of your shopping online, here are some tips for buying things online – safely.
For the details to each of the above tips, click the image to view the full enlarged version of the infographic.
Start by securing the device you use to do your shopping, be it a notebook or a smartphone.
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Tags:comGateway, infographic, Internet, online, security, shopping, Singapore
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