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Thursday, May 12th, 2016
The app introduces TomTom Traffic Checker to keep you apprised of the real-time traffic situation.
TomTom MyDrive app uses TomTom Traffic Checker to provide users with live traffic information.
The app allows you to pre-plan your waypoints and itinerary before the journey and have them synced with your TomTom portable navigation devices (PND), instead of keying in the data directly on the PND.
On the journey itself, you can connect your mobile device to your TomTom (via the Internet) and receive real-time traffic information while driving.
More details from the press release below.
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Tags:Android, Apps, GPS, iOS, maps, MyDrive, navigation, PND, TomTom, Traffic Checker
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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
Posted in Android, Audio, audioVisual, Entertainment, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, newArrivals, Prices, Samsung, Smart TV, speakers, Specifications, TV | No Comments »
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016
LG has launched its latest flagship smartphone in Singapore. You can purchase additional modules that can be plugged into the phone to enhance its music, camera handling and other functionalities.
Update (4 April, 2016):
The LG G5 will be available in Singapore on 16 April, 2016, retailing at S$988.
The LG G5 (S$988) comes in titan, pink and gold colours, and will be available at all M1, Singtel, StarHub and authorized LG Mobile retailers.
The LG G5 (S$988) itself comes in a sleek, metal uni-body featuring a Slide-out Battery that can be replaced by other plug-in modules.
The new LG G5 with the LG 360 CAM (left) and B&O headphones (right).
These plug-in modules include the LG CAM Plus (a camera grip with battery and control buttons) and LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O PLAY (a DAC adaptor).
LG Friends “bundles”
- Rolling Bot module: S$498 (S$398).
- LG 360 VR + LG 360 CAM: S$946 (S$590).
- LG CAM Plus + LG Hi-Fi Plus: S$456 (S$274)
Promotional prices in brackets.
The LG G5 will also work with a collection of companion devices – called LG Friends – that includes the LG 360 VR (a VR goggle), the LG 360 CAM (a 360-degree camera) and the LG Rolling Bot (a BB-8-like rolling robot with a camera onboard).
As part of a special promotion, the G5’s battery charging kit, which comprises an extra battery and charger, worth S$168, will be included with every purchase while stocks last.
Key technical specifications for the LG G5 below. (more…)
Tags:Android, flagship, G5, launch, LG, LG G5, prices, RWS, Singapore, smartphones, USS
Posted in Android, Audio, audioVisual, Cameras, cameras, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, LG, newArrivals, players, Press Release, Prices, Promotions, smartphones, Specifications | No Comments »
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2016
ASUS has launched in Singapore its two latest Android smartphones. Both the ZenFone Zoom (S$659, sold exclusively with StarHub) and the ZenFone Max (S$249) will be available in Singapore from 10 March. Specs & StarHub price plans below.
“Our customers are discovering creative ways to express themselves with their smartphone cameras and photography apps, from capturing candid moments to sharing selfies and images with family and friends. We are happy to partner ASUS to exclusively bring in the ZenFone Zoom which will be welcome by many photography enthusiasts,” said Wang Li-Na, Head of Product & Marketing, StarHub. On the right is Benson Lin, Corporate VP, ASUS.
The two new smartphones from ASUS are targeted at different types of consumers looking for different strengths in their handsets.
I tried out the ASUS ZenFone Zoom a few weeks prior to its launch in Singapore and the 3x optical zoom in the camera certainly gives it the advantage over regular smartphones relying on digital zoom.
ASUS ZenFone Zoom for the photography enthusiast
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Tags:Android, Asus, availability, launch, prices, Singapore, smartphones, ZenFone, ZenFone Max, ZenFone Zoom
Posted in Android, Asus, Cameras, cameras, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, newArrivals, Phones, Photography, Press Release, Prices, smartphones, Specifications, ZenFone | No Comments »
Monday, February 22nd, 2016
Samsung Electronics unveiled the new Galaxy S7 (S$998), Galaxy S7 edge (S$1,098) Android smartphones, as well as the Gear 360 camera (S$TBA).
From left: Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, Samsung Gear 360 and Samsung Galaxy S7.
The Galaxy S7 & S7 edge offers “a refined design, more advanced camera, streamlined software functionality and unparalleled connectivity to a galaxy of products, services, and experiences”.
Price and availability
The Galaxy S7 4G+ and Galaxy S7 edge 4G+, both with built-in memory of 32GB will be available from 12 March 2016 at recommended retail price of S$998 and S$1,098 respectively.
Both devices will be available in Black Onyx, Gold Platinum and Silver Titanium.
The Samsung Gear 360 is a 360-degree camera that lets consumers easily create, view and share their favorite experiences through video and still image content.
Gear 360 is designed for travel, festive gatherings and activities to capture an all-encompassing visual experience to create their own virtual reality content to enjoy through the Gear VR.
Pre-orders and registration of interest for the Galaxy S7 4G+ and S7 edge 4G+ will commence from 26 February 2016, 10am at all Samsung Experience Stores and telecommunication operators.
Preview in Singapore (at the HortPark) of the new Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge and Gear 360 just after their unveiling at Samsung Unpacked 2016.
All successful pre-order customers will receive complimentary Samsung Gear VR worth $148 on 11 March 2016.
More details from the press releases about the new devices can be found below.
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Tags:brief, cameras, events, Gear, Gear 360, HortPark, S7, s7 edge, Samsung, Singapore, smartphones, unveil
Posted in Android, Announce, Brief, Cameras, cameras, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, GALAXY, newArrivals, Phones, Press Release, Prices, Samsung, smartphones, Specifications | 1 Comment »
Thursday, February 18th, 2016
Below are the prices and availability of Dell’s 2016 range of business IT devices that are optimised for the future workforce.
Dell S2825cdn Multi-Function printer, scanner, and copier.
Dell’s new range of computing solutions include new Latitude & Vostro notebooks, Precision workstations, OptiPlex desktops & AiOs, UltraSharp monitors, as well as Dell Document Hub application and multifunction printers.
Below are the prices and availability in Singapore.
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Tags:availability, Business IT, DELL, InfinityEdge, Intel, laptops, Latitude, Microsoft, monitors, notebooks, OptiPlex, PCs, Precision, prices, printers, Singapore, UltraSharp, Vostro, Windows, workstations, Xeon
Posted in All-in-One, Business IT, Dell, Desktops, Enterprise IT, Events, events, Figures, Gadgets, gadgets, Laserjet, Launch, Monitors, Multi-function printer, newArrivals, notebooks, Press Release, Prices, Printers, printers, Reference, Scanners, Windows | No Comments »
Wednesday, February 17th, 2016
The computing solutions are optimised for the future workforce and include new Latitude & Vostro notebooks, Precision workstations, OptiPlex desktops & AiOs, UltraSharp monitors, as well as Dell Document Hub application and multifunction printers. Prices and availability here.
Dell OptiPlex 7040 Small Form Factor desktop, a Dell UltraSharp U2715H monitor, and KM636 keyboard and mouse.
Dell says that the company has combined the latest hardware technologies including Intel Core and Xeon processors for superior performance, with Windows 10 software for a more intuitive user experience.
Dell U2417HWI Monitor – side views of screen tilting.
The new Latitude series combines beautiful design with business-class security, manageability and reliability, while the Vostro portfolio balances performance with style for small businesses.
The redesigned Precision Workstations combine innovation with high-performance to deliver sleek, new portfolio for creative professionals.
The latest portfolio of OptiPlex business PCs is smaller, faster and more energy efficient
The new Dell displays promise stunning picture and greater productivity.
A new Dell printing solution offer one-stop access to multiple cloud-based services for easy sharing, collaboration and printing.
Details in the press release below.
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Tags:Business IT, DELL, InfinityEdge, Intel, laptops, Latitude, Microsoft, monitors, notebooks, OptiPlex, PCs, Precision, printers, Singapore, UltraSharp, Vostro, Windows, workstations, Xeon
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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
Home-grown company RYDE officially launches the app in Singapore and prepares to launch in Hong Kong next.
The home-grown company will be competing against the likes of UberPool and GrabHitch which offer similar carpooling apps for riders to split the cost of their paid journeys with fellow passengers.
Screenshots from the free app that can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play.
RYDE is an iOS and Android app that lets paying subscribing members carpool.
A driver offers rides based on the journey he/she is planning to make while a rider posts the journey he/she needs.
“Our approach has been to solve the two key challenges of carpooling methodically – poor information exchange and a lack of mutual trust. We are the number one carpooling app in Singapore and our focus is on the social aspects of carpooling,” says Terence Zou, Founder and CEO of RYDE Technologies.
The app matches the two of them, based on best match, offering each a list of close matches in terms of their planned timings and routes, as well as personal preferences each can set – such as gender, age, and other profile information.
Drivers pay a subscription fee of S$30 a year to RYDE and can offer an unlimited number of rides while riders pay S$15 subscription a year to receive an unlimited number of rides.
Riders can also choose not to subscribe but they will have to pay 1 credit (currently set by RYDE as S$1) for each ride.
The credits can be purchased within the RYDE app that runs on iOS and Android devices.
The app also recommends an amount of money for the rider to pay the driver, based on the journey.
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Tags:Android, Apps, carpooling, Google, GrabHitch, GrabTaxi, iOS, Play, RYDE, Singapore, transport, Uber, UberPool
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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
Posted in Android, Appliances, audioVisual, Entertainment, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, newArrivals, Press Release, Prices, Sharp, Smart TV, Specifications, TV | No Comments »
