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COMEX 2011 promotions: Bose audio products

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

Bose audio products will be available at the EpiCentre Booth during COMEX 2011 at promotional prices. Look for these items: the SoundDock Portable (S$579), MIE2 mobile headset (S$159) and the Companion 5 (S$649).

The promotional prices are exclusive to the EpiCentre Booth at Level 2, Rm 201 and 202 at Suntec City Convetion Hall during COMEX 2011.

Bose SoundDock Portable S$579 

Bose SoundDock Portable
Usual: S$749
COMEX: S$579

Re-engineered for portability. Delivers all the performance of the acclaimed SoundDock digital music system – with the added convenience of portability. 

Slim design. Powerful performance. Proprietary waveguide speaker technology and powerful neodymium speakers – engineered specifically for the SoundDock Portable digital music system – enable a smaller, slimmer profile while delivering the kind of performance you’d expect from Bose.

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides more power and longer playtime than other types of rechargeable batteries, for hours of listening enjoyment.

Bose MIE2 mobile headset S$159 

Bose MIE2 mobile headset
Usual: S$199
COMEX: S$159

Ease. Works with most smartphones and mobile phones to let you take calls with one-touch ease. 

Hi-quality. Enjoy music on your phone with high-quality audio.

Ergonomics. Proprietary StayHear tips deliver comfort and greater stability on the go.

Also available in Bose® MIE2i mobile headset exclusively designed for greater control of select Apple products.

Bose Companion 5 S$649 

Bose Companion 5
Usual: S$749
COMEX: S$649

Surround sound experience. Gives your computer much of the surround sound performance you might expect from a conventional five-speaker system. When you’re sitting at the keyboard, music, games and movies come to life with rich detailed 5.1- channel sound that seems to surround you. 

USB simplicity. Connects to your computer through a single USB port. No sound card upgrade required. No adaptors needed. No complicated wiring. Just one simple USB connection and you’re enjoying a surround sound experience.

Simple, elegant design. Delivers a surround sound experience from just two visible speakers that sit neatly on your desktop. Hideaway Acoustimass® module provides deep, accurate lows.

COMEX 2011 promotions: Apple products from nübox

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Nübox will be at Level 3, Booth 3105 and Level 4, Booth 8236 during COMEX 2011. Customers purchasing any MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or iPod from these booths will receive a special bundle worth up to S$361.

Consumers can also enjoy up to 70% discount on an extensive range of accessories including latest iPad 2 cases, mobile charger for iPhones and wireless Bluetooth keyboard. Nubox is offering Windows 7 Home Premium and Parallels Desktop 6 at a special price of S$249 (usual price S$318) with free upgrade to Parallels Desktop 7.

“The Wanted” giveaway

Nubox offers for Apple products during COMEX 2011.

Nubox offers for Apple products during COMEX 2011.

In an exclusive tie-up with Universal Music Group, Nubox is giving away UK’s new pop sensation, The Wanted’s self-debut album and passes to the five-piece band showcase on September 17 at Comex 2011.

The first 200 customers to spend S$300 and above at the Nubox booths during Comex 2011, and “Like” the Nubox Facebook page can redeem The Wanted debut album at Nubox@Raffles City from September 10 to September 16.

The first 50 customers who purchase a Mac and “Like” the Nubox Facebook page will be entitled to a pair of showcase passes and The Wanted debut album. They can redeem the passes and debut album at Nubox@Marina Bay Link Mall from September 10 to September 16.

COMEX 2011 debut: Seagate GoFlex Satellite mobile wireless storage

Monday, August 29th, 2011

Seagate today announced the first battery-powered external hard drive to wirelessly extend the storage capacity of any Wi-Fi enabled mobile device. The 500 GB GoFlex Satellite will be widely available from mid-September at S$299. Pre-orders can be made during COMEX 2011.

Bring the GoFlex Satellite everywhere you go to wirelessly expand the storage of up to three tablets and devices.With 500GB and Wi-Fi access over 802.11 b/g/n and a rechargeable battery, this latest member of the GoFlex family connects wirelessly to devices via the use of the free GoFlex Media app—available now on iTunes, the Apple App Store and Android Market—or a web browser.

Many tablets are hampered by the limited on-board storage capacity and lack of connection ports to connect to external storage devices – even though they are popularly used for media consumption.

“No longer will a consumer feel as though it is a compromise to purchase a lower capacity tablet or iPad. With GoFlex Satellite, people will be able to carry their entire media library with them without the need for wires or the web at a fraction of the cost of adding 3G or purchasing or a higher capacity tablet,” said BanSeng Teh, senior vice president and managing director of Asia Pacific and Japan, Seagate Technology.

As a companion for mobile devices, the GoFlex Satellite is capable of providing hours of entertainment for up to three connections. With a stand-by battery life of up to 25 hours, the powerful lithium polymer battery delivers up to five hours of continuously streaming video.

To help with extending battery life, the freeGoFlex Media App provides a progressive download feature, which temporarily loads the video on to the Android device it is being streamed to, allowing the drive to go into stand-by mode.

Streaming over the Internet has enabled video access for tablet owners, but the quality is at the mercy of the Internet connection, be it over Wi-Fi or 3G/4G. With more connected devices per hotspot, it’s often difficult to watch video without choppiness or pixilation. Rather than rely on a buffered stream from a distant provider, GoFlex Satellite mobile storage wirelessly serves up media content as a local attached storage for up to three devices at the same time.

GoFlex Media App

Seagate GoFlex Satellite 500 GB wireless mobile storageAvailable for Apple iOS devices such as iPad, iPhone and iPod touch and any Android devices; the GoFlex Media app provides a seamless way to connect the mobile wireless storage to your mobile devices. Those that currently use an Android smartphone or tablet can access content on a GoFlex Satellite device through its web browser.

Media Sync software

Seagate GoFlex Satellite 500 GB wireless mobile storageThe easy-to-use Media Sync software, also included free with purchase, makes grabbing media from a Windows PC or Mac OS X computer a breeze. Wherever the files are stored, whether that is a file structure of your own creation or in an iTunes library, the Media Sync software will load all of your desired music, videos, photos and documents on to the GoFlex Satellite drive.

Media Sync is easily configured to only place files on the drive that are compatible with your iOS or Android device. Even music and videos purchased through iTunes can be loaded to theGoFlex Satellite drive and will play on all authorized devices.

Loading Media

Seagate GoFlex Satellite 500 GB wireless mobile storageFor rapid loading of media content, the wireless mobile storage comes equipped with the superfast USB 3.0 cable to get files from the computer to the GoFlex Satellite drive. The USB 3.0 cable will also continue to work with USB 2.0 ports and is easily removed for portability. In addition to the USB 3.0 cable, the GoFlex Satellite drive comes complete with a car charger and a compact wall charger.

COMEX 2011 debut: Gami Light Photo Modifiers

Sunday, August 28th, 2011

Gami Light will be introduced for the first time at Comex 2011, up till now it’s only been available online. The  SPOT 2 (S$35), EVENT PRO (S$35), SQUARE 43 (S$75) and BOX 21 (S$39), will be available at the Red Dot Booth #6701 (Level 6, Suntec City).

Schmidt Marketing will be launching the full range of lightweight and affordable photo modifiers made by Gami Light Concepts from Malaysia during COMEX 2011.

Targeting both amateur and professional photographers, Gami Light offers strobists or off-camera photographers more and a choice of photo modifier kits made of lightweight, high-quality PP materials.

Designed with the ability to fold flat and snap-lock onto the camera flash. the kits first hit the market on 1 March 2011. The four photo modifiers are tabulated below:

Photo-modifier kit Description
SPOT 2 photo modifier from Gami Light S$35 SPOT 2 (S$35) 

  • Gives a full studio honeycomb effect on
    off camera shooting.
  • Ideal for highlighting gradual circle spots for portraits and product shots.
  • Comes with an adapter that is designed
    to produce 2 different spot sizes.
Event Pro photo modifier from Gami Light S$35 Event Pro (S$35) 

  • Designed for full event photography.
  • Gives the freedom to adjust different
    degree of lighting controls.
  • Enables the transformation from bounce light to mini soft box in mere seconds.
Square 43 photo modifier from Gami Light S$75 Square 43 (S$75) 

  • Flash photography accessory for off
    camera lighting applications.
  • One of the largest diffusers that can
    mount directly onto a flash head without the use of any kind of bracket.
  • The light is diffused and softened through the fabric diffuser to give your subject a richer tone and softer shadow.
Square 21 photo modifier from Gami Light S$39 Square 21 (S$39) 

  • Smaller soft box that can be used on
    board and off camera setting.
  • Unlike most soft boxes that are assembled in similar fashion to a tent or an umbrella, Box 21 packs flat and snaps into shape in seconds.

Main specifications for the BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

The new BlackBerry Curve smartphones was unveiled by Research In Motion (RIM) two days ago. The Curve 9350, 9360 and 9370 will be available in Canada this month and in other countries in September 2011.

BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370Here are the main specifications of the three new BlackBerry Curve models. The physical appearances and basic specifications are common across the three models except for the networks supported.

All are based on the new BlackBerry 7 operating system.

Main specs of the BlackBerry Curve 9360

Below are the specs of the BlackBerry Curve 9350 and 9370:
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RIM introduces new BlackBerry 7 Curve smartphones

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

Hot on the heels of the BlackBerry 7 Bold and Torch smartphones last week, Research In Motion (RIM) has introduced the new Curve – also based on the BlackBerry 7 operating system.

New BlackBerry 7 Curve 9350, 9360 and 9370 from RIM

New BlackBerry Curve 9350 / 9360 / 9370

The new BlackBerry Curve 9350, 9360 and 9370 smartphones will be available from carriers in Canada this month and from other carriers around the world come September. The GSM model to look out for in Singapore is the Curve 9360.

These new models are designed to address a large and important segment of the global mobile phone market where customers are looking to upgrade their existing feature phone or existing BlackBerry Curve with an affordable, easy-to-use, full-featured and socially-connected smartphone.

“The new BlackBerry Curve smartphones … offer a significant performance upgrade with an unmatched mobile social experience for the millions of feature phone users in the market as well as our existing Curve customers,” said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion.

The new Curve features the classic BlackBerry Qwerty keyboard reputed for enabling fast, accurate finger-typing, and an optical trackpad for easy, one-handed navigation. GPS and Wi-Fi support are also included, as well as a 5MP camera with flash and video recording for instant sharing on social networks. The microSD/SDHC slot supports up to 32 GB memory cards for additional media storage.

In addition to supporting the new BlackBerry 7 OS, the new Curve feature a range of powerful hardware enhancements including upgraded processors, displays and memory, and built-in support for NFC (Near Field Communications), a new technology that is enabling many exciting capabilities, including the ability to pair accessories or read SmartPoster tags with a simple tap of the smartphone.

New BlackBerry 7 Curve 9350 / 9360 / 9370 from RIMThe latest release of BBM (BlackBerry Messenger) is pre-loaded and now extends the real time BBM experience to a range of other apps, such as Foursquare, allowing users to easily interact with each other from within the ‘BBM connected’ app.

The updated Social Feeds (2.0) app has been extended to capture updates from media, podcasts, and favorites all in one consolidated view. The new Facebook for BlackBerry smartphones (2.0) app introduces features like Facebook chat and BBM integration that makes it easier for users to connect with their Facebook friends in real time utilizing push notifications. Twitter for BlackBerry smartphones also delivers a deeply integrated experience including use of real time push notifications and Social Feeds integration.

Here are the main specifications of the new BlackBerry Curve 9350, 9360 and 9370.

COMEX 2011 promotions: TomTom PNDs

Sunday, August 21st, 2011

TomTom will be at COMEX 2011 in Hall 603, Booth 6711, with promotional prices and free accessories for its XL 250, XXL 550 and GO 750 portable navigation devices (PND), as well as additional accessories at discounted prices.

Each TomTom PND purchase will come with a free Bonus International Map of your choice (valued at up to S$115), and a FREE TomTom USB Home Charger (worth S$45) – a universal power charger that plugs straight into the wall, with adaptors for various regions.

COMEX 2011 promotions for TomTom portable navigation devices

COMEX 2011 promotions for TomTom portable navigation devices

All three models include handy features that include: Advanced Lane Guidance, spoken street names, Help me! Emergency Menu, TomTom’s latest map guarantee, free daily map updates with TomTom Map ShareTM and postcode search. They also come with maps of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei, Hong Kong (new) & Macau (new).

DBS Credit Card members will also receive a TomTom Adhesive Dash Disk (worth $13) for each TomTom purchase made through a DBS credit card. Additional price offers will be announced during the show.
TomTom XL 250 GPS reduced from S$229 to S$169
TomTom XL 250 South East Asia

COMEX Price: S$169
Usual Price: SG$229

The TomTom XL 250 sports a 4.3” touch screen with easy two-button menu access.

TomTom XXL 550 GPS reduced from S$299 to S$229The TomTom XXL 550 South East Asia

COMEX Price: S$229
Usual Price: SG$299

The TomTom XXL 550 has a larger 5” touch screen and expanded menu options.

TomTom GO 750 GPS reduced from S$349 to S$289TomTom GO 750 South East Asia

COMEX Price: S$289
Usual Price: SG$349

The TomTom GO 750 features Bluetooth hands-free calling, a 4.3” touch screen, and expanded menu options and includes an additional FREE original TomTom GO Carry Case worth S$59.

Additional TomTom Accessories
TomTom presents a full range of mounts that bring your device within reach, within line of sight. The convenient mounts also allow simple docking and results in a safer, less stressful drive. (All accessories sold separately, while stocks last).

  • TomTom Bean Bag Mount (Recommended retail price: S$49)
  • TomTom Dashboard Mount (Recommended Retail Price: S$45)
  • TomTom Air Vent Mount (Recommended Retail Price: S$45)
  • TomTom Gooseneck Mount (Recommended Retail Price: S$45)

COMEX 2011 promotions: EpiCentre App

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

EpiCentre will launch an App on August 29 that updates COMEX visitors of promotions from the Premier Apple Reseller during COMEX 2011 from September 1-4, and for two weeks after, at its six stores: Wheelock Place, Ion Orchard, 313 Somerset, Bugis Junction, Marina Bay Sands, and Suntec Singapore.

The App will include a QR code reader that allows only EpiCentre App users to access bargains and giveaways below:

  • $20 training voucher (for the first 1,000 redemptions at Comex and all EpiCentre stores)
  • 10 Nixon backpacks to be redeemed (first 10 to spend $2000 during the Comex period at the show or all EpiCentre stores will automatically qualify)
  • Five $599 Geneva S Speakers to be won! Ask for your chance at Geneva’s corner at EpiCentre’s booth (Answer a simple question to qualify. A winner a day!)
  • Free EpiCentre membership that entitles you discounts on Apple and non-Apple products and accessories (for the first 1,000 redemptions at Comex and all EpiCentre stores)

The new ‘Apps-perience’ adds a new dimension to EpiCentre’s roadshow iPavilion concept, which showcases a large range of Apple accessories.

“We aim to keep the iPavilion concept fresh by adding a new dimension to every show. This time it’s the EpiCentre App which is not only fun, but puts great bargains right in the hands of show-goers,” said Mr Jimmy Fong, EpiCentre’s Chief Executive Officer.

Visitors to the iPavilion will also get expert advice from Apple-certified trainers on the top free and paid-for Apps: how to download the Apps with or without revealing credit card details; and help with installing Apps on-the-spot. Gamers can have the popular Angry Birds or Plans vs Zombie installed by the EpiCentre experts without lifting a finger.

The fun-packed, interactive iPavilion programme also features a noted iPhone photographer, who will have a show-and-tell session on stage on using iPhone apps to capture the perfect picture.

Demo sessions on the new OS X Lion and new MacBook Air will also be conducted.

All EpiCentre customers will enjoy $5 off for every $50 purchase. Applicable on top of Comex deals.

Main specifications for the HTC EVO 3D

Monday, August 15th, 2011

The HTC EVO 3D was launched in Singapore on 10 August 2011. The Android-Gingerbread (2.3) smartphone will be available at S$895 in August 2011. Here are the main features.

SRP: S$895 available in August 2011
Operating System: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
4.3-inch QHD 3D display
1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon dual-core processor
Dual rear-facing 5 megapixel camera
1.3 megapixel front-facing camera for video chat
3G Mobile Hotspot capability, supporting up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices simultaneously
Android Market for access to more than 200,000 applications, widgets and games available for download
Google mobile services such as Google Search, Gmail, Google Maps, Google Calendar, Voice Actions, and YouTube
Corporate e-mail (Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync), personal (POP and IMAP) e-mail and instant messaging
1GB Usable memory/1GB RAM
microSD slot (supports up to 32GB memory card)
Wi-Fi – 802.11 b/g/n
Stereo Bluetooth
Integrated GPS
1730 mAh Lithium-ion battery

Main specifications for the LG Optimus 3D

Saturday, August 13th, 2011

The LG Optimus 3D was launched in Singapore on 11 August 2011. The Android smartphone will be available at S$938 (incl GST without contract) in Singapore in end August. Here are the main specifications.

Network 2G GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
Size Dimensions 128.8 x 68 x 11.9 mm
Weight 168 g
Display Type 3D LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16 million colors
Size 480 x 800 pixels, 4.3 inches
Memory Internal 8GB storage, 512MB RAM
Card slot microSD, up to 32GB
Data 3G HSDPA 14.4Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA
Bluetooth Yes, v3.0 with A2DP, EDR
USB Yes, microUSB v2.0
Camera Primary Dual 5 megapixel, 2560х1920 pixels, autofocus,

LED flash

Features Stereoscopic photos and videos, geo-tagging
Video Yes, 1080p@24fps (2D), 720p@30fps (3D)
Secondary Yes
Features OS Android OS, v2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to v2.3
CPU Dual-core 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor,

PowerVR SGX540 GPU, TI OMAP4430 chipset

3D Features – Glasses free 3D viewing
– 3D Hotkey
– 3D Video Stabilization
– Real-Time Misalignment Correction
– Real-Time 2D/3D Conversion
– 3D Depth Control
Battery Standard battery, Li-Ion 1500 mAh