Archive for the ‘Entertainment’ Category
Tuesday, May 17th, 2016
ASUS boasts that the new ROG GT51CA is the world’s first gaming desktop to feature the latest 2-way SLI NVIDIA GeForce GTX Titan X graphics card and the latest generation of Intel Core i7 processor with full-core Turbo Gear overclocking to 4.6GHz. Prices and specs below.

The new ASUS ROG GT51CA gaming desktop (S$7,498) comes with 2-way SLi NVIDIA GeForce GTX Titan X card. Pre-order promotion: Free 4K ROG G-SYNC monitor (worth S$1,459).
In conjunction with the premiere of the latest X-Men instalment, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today unveiled the ROG GT51CA, a powerful gaming desktop with liquid-cooled features at The Cathay.
The inerts of an Asus ROG GT51CA gaming desktop, viewed through the side-window in its casing.
Powered by the latest Intel Core K-SKU processor with Turbo Gear for one-click full-core processor overclocking, ASUS claims that the ROG GT51 is the world’s first gaming desktop to feature the latest 2-way SLI NVIDIA GeForce GTX Titan X graphics card and also capable of gaming at 4K display resolution.
Below are the prices and pre-order promotions for the ASUS ROG CT51CA in Singapore:
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Tags:Asus, desktop, G-SYNC, gaming, GeForce, GT51CA, Intel, launch, monitors, NVIDIA, Oculus, overclocking, Rift, ROG, Titan X, Twentieth Century Fox, X-Men
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Thursday, April 28th, 2016
Samsung’s 2016 SUHD TVs ship with Quantum dot display to offer true-to-life picture quality, 360-degree design and a smart user experience with simpler access to contents. Prices & availability below.
Samsung Singapore launches 2016 line-up of SUHD TVs in Singapore at the Red Dot Museum.
Three key highlights for the new SUHD TV line-up for 2016 below.
Quantum dot display: Unbeatable Picture Quality – Samsung boasts that the TVs feature the world’s only cadmium-free 10 bit Quantum dot display with 1,000-nit high dynamic range (HDR) promising vibrant colour and contrast.
360-degree design – handsome from every angle. From the front, and from the rear.
360 design for Unparalleled Immersion – With no bezel that functions as the frame of the TV, the viewer’s attention is focused purely on the content of the virtually edgeless screen. All exposed screws from the rear of the TV are removed to create an elegant device that is beautiful from every angle.
Unlimited, Seamless Entertainment through Single Access and One Remote – With the Samsung One Remote, consumers do not need to juggle multiple remote controls as they can control all external devices with this remote. The Smart TVs automatically detect the type of game console, OTT box or home theater system that is connected to the TV so no setup is required.
Besides the SUHD TVs, Samsung also launched its latest range of Curved and Flat Soundbars in Singapore.
Prices and availability below.
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Tags:audio visual, AV, entertainment, HDR, launch, Samsung, Singapore, soundbars, SUHD, televisions, TVs
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Friday, April 15th, 2016
The new 5,000 lumens 4K SXRDTM laser light source projector is now available for pre-order. RRP of the VPL-VW5000ES: S$84,000.

The new Sony VPL-VW5000ES has laser-powered 5,000 lumens 4K resolution and premium features for home theatre enthusiasts.
Sony’s new reference-quality unit is the first projector designed specifically for home cinema use that features 4K resolution powered by a laser light engine that provides 5,000 lumens of brightness, is compatible with High Dynamic Range (HDR), emulates the new BT.2020 color gamut, and covers the full DCI colour space.

The Sony VPL-VW5000ES is targeted for Home Theatres and retails at an RRP of S$84,000.
Sony claims to be the only manufacturer designing projectors specifically for the home theatre market that provides full 4K resolution imagers.
Its advanced SXRD panels are designed to produce outstanding native device contrast and when coupled with the laser light engine, the VPL-VW5000ES provides an infinite dynamic contrast ratio and 5,000 lumens of color light output.
The VPL-VW5000ES covers the full DCI-P3 color gamut.
By taking advantage of its professional calibration tools the VPL-VW5000ES allows the user to choose to emulate the BT.2020 color space, as well.
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Tags:audiovisual, AV, entertainment, home theatre, laser, projectors, Singapore, Sony, VPL-VW5000ES
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Thursday, March 17th, 2016
Fans of the movie can order a film-themed menu at the DC Comics Super Heroes Cafe from today, and purchase a limited edition MyStamp Collection from 24 March. Prices below.

The action adventure movie – Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice opens in Singapore on 24 March, 2016.
The collaboration between Singapore Post and Warner Bros. Consumer Products will see the launch of a limited edition MyStamp Collection in conjunction with the Singapore premiere of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
Superman’s Pasta Crevettes Carbonara (S$28.90++). Fettuccine Pasta | Poached Organic Egg | Mentaiko Cream | Red Prawns | Ikura | Parmigiano Shaved.
A specially designed menu will also be launched at the DC COMICS SUPER HEROES CAFE.
Batman’s Truffle Pasta (S$26.90++). Squid Ink Linguine | Alba Truffle Sauce | Sauteed Garlic White Shrimp Tall | Arugula Salad | Parmigiano Shaved.
Fans may also win movie tickets through contests from SingPost and DC COMICS SUPER HEROES CAFE.
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Tags:Batman, Batman v Superman, Dawn of Justice, DC Comics, DC Comics Super Heroes Cafe, events, film, Food, lifestyle, movies, promotions, Singapore, SingPost, Superman, tasting, Wonder Woman
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Thursday, February 25th, 2016
Singtel Music customers can subscribe at either S$7.90/month with a 12-month contract or S$9.90/month with no contract.

Singtel Music subscribers will enjoy unlimited free-data music streaming and downloading, and ad-free listening from either a Spotify, KKBOX or AMPed premium music account, plus 13 of Singapore’s radio stations via MeRadio.
Singtel has launched Singtel Music, offering customers in Singapore music from popular providers like Spotify, KKBOX, AMPed and MeRadio, with zero local data charges.
Singtel launched its new Music service at 1-Altitude in Singapore together with its partners.
Customers can add Singtel Music to their mobile plan for a fee to get a premium account from either Spotify, KKBOX, or AMPed which allows them to stream millions of songs without touching their data allowance.
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Tags:AMPed, data, entertainment, KKBOX, lifestyle, MediaCorp, MeRadio, music, SingTel, Spotify, streaming
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Thursday, February 4th, 2016
The Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum features Romer-G mechanical switches and intelligent RGB illumination. Available now in Singapore: S$259.

G810 Orion Spectrum RGB mechanical gaming keyboard. S$259 in Singapore now.
The latest addition to the Logitech G RGB mechanical gaming keyboard lineup sports Logitech’s Romer-G mechanical switches, promising 25 percent faster actuation than standard mechanical keyboards, as well as customisable RGB lighting and dedicated media controls.
More details from the press release below.
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Tags:G810, gaming, keyboard, Logitech, Logitech G, Orion Spectrum, Singapore
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Wednesday, January 20th, 2016
ASUS ROG kicks off its 10th Anniversary with launch of ROG GX700 in Singapore, the first country in APAC region to launch the world’s first liquid-cooled gaming notebook with desktop grade performance. RRP: S$6,198.

The ROG GX700 will be available in Singapore at $6,198 from ASUS brand stores and selected ASUS authorised retailers.
The ROG GX700 features an all-aluminium bio-armour design with titanium and plasma copper.

The ROG GX700 is equipped with a detachable ROG-exclusive Hydro Overclocking System cooling module.
The ROG-exclusive Hydro Overclocking System gives the gaming notebook superior overclocking capabilities, exceptional cooling, and excellent high performance stability.
The ROG GX700 is powered by the latest overclockable Intel® Core™ K-SKU processor and NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX™ 980 graphics for outstanding performance at home and on-the-go.
The main technical specifications for the ASUS ROG GX700 is listed below.
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Tags:Asus, computers, cooling, Core K-SKU, G-SYNC, gaming, GeForce, GTX 980, GX700, Intel, laptops, Microsoft, notebooks, NVIDIA, overclocking, ROG, Windows, Windows 10
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Friday, January 15th, 2016
Only the 80-inch version is available in Singapore. The flagship from Sharp’s AQUOS Super Premium XU series is now available for S$22,999.
Sharp’s new TV is currently the highest resolution Android TV in the world.
The TV is able to display still images up to 8K. For videos, it up-samples 4K video into 8K resolution.
Below are more details from the press release.
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Tags:4K, 8K, Android, Android TV, AQUOS, Netflix, Sharp, Singapore, Smart TVs, TVs
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2015
Logitech G has announced that the Logitech G933 Artemis Spectrum Wireless 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset will be available in Singapore from end December, at S$299.

When paired with Logitech gaming software you can customise audio settings and create personal sound profiles so you can listen to music, games and movies with preset audio preferences.
The Logitech G933 is fully customisable, features RGB lighting, swappable backlit speaker plates and programmable G-keys.
Key features of the Logitech G933 Artemis Spectrum Gaming Headset below (from Logitech).
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Tags:Artemis, G933, gaming, headsets, Logitech, Logitech G, Singapore, spectrum
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Saturday, December 19th, 2015
For those looking for a pragmatic X’mas gift for the geek in your better half, check out some of these Seagate storage products.

Anti-clockwise from top: Seagate Personal Cloud, Seagate Game Drive for Xbox, Seagate Seven, Seagate Backup Plus 4TB.
Whether you want to show your holiday photos at a family dinner, cuddle up to your favorite Christmas movies, or have an Xbox session with friends, Seagate has you covered.
I’ve used a number of Seagate desktop hard disk drives over the years and they have served me well.
With the rapidly expanding storage demands that the average consumer faces, a storage device usually provides much needed reprieve for many facing a storage crunch for their photos, music and video collection.
Below are some of the more interesting gift ideas.
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Tags:Christmas, cloud, gift guide, HDD, Seagate, shopping, storage, Xbox, Xmas
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