February 13th, 2020
Canon today announced the launch of the EOS 850D DSLR, Selphy Square QX10 pocket printer, RF 24-105MM F/4-7.1 IS STM lens, and the image.canon Cloud Platform.
The new EOS 850D DSLR entry-level DSLR and the Selphy Square QX 10 pocket printer from Canon. (Not to scale)
Canon also announced the development of the new EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera & planned release of 9 RF lenses in 2020.
EOS 850D
The EOS 850D ships with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF, and EOS Intelligent Tracking and Recognition Auto Focus (iTR AF) for face detection.
Development of the EOS R5
Canon’s EOS R5 will be the first of the next-generation full-frame mirrorless cameras in the company’s EOS R System.
The EOS R5 will include a newly developed CMOS sensor that makes possible advanced features such as high-speed continuous shooting and 8K video capture capability.
It will also be the first Canon camera equipped with a high-performance coordinated Image Stabilization system that integrates the camera’s in-body IS with IS system on attached RF lenses.
In line with the development of the EOS R5, Canon also plans to release a total of 9 RF lenses currently in development over the course of 2020.
The camera has an optical viewfinder and boasts a low-light capability for shooting at night and in dark places.
The EOS 850D contains a 4K time-lapse movie function that allows users to capture day-to-night time-lapse movies of cityscapes in ultra-high resolution through a selection of pre-set scenes or simple manual settings.
SELPHY SQUARE QX10
The new SELPHY SQUARE QX10 is a palm-sized photo printer that produces square-formatted prints.
Featuring dye-sublimation technology, users are able to print high-quality photos directly from their smartphones that are dirt-proof and water-resistant.
The SELPHY SQUARE QX10 is Canon’s most portable printer, enabling users to instantly print their memories wherever and whenever they want, with the assurance that printout quality will not diminish over time.
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February 11th, 2020
The global event in San Francisco unveiled the Galaxy S20, S20+ & S20 Ultra flagship smartphones, as well as the Galaxy Z Flip foldable smartphone and the Galaxy Buds+. Price & availability below.
Hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip. The Galaxy S20 will be available in Cosmic Gray, Cloud Blue and Cloud Pink. The Galaxy S20+ will be available in Cosmic Gray, Cosmic Black and Cloud Blue. The Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G will be available in Cosmic Gray and Cosmic Black.
The Galaxy Z Flip will be available in Singapore from 14 February 2020, Friday, from 8am on local telecommunication operators’ (M1, Singtel and StarHub) online stores and the Samsung Online Store, with a recommended retail price of S$1,998 (including GST).
The Galaxy Z Flip will be available in Mirror Purple and Mirror Black.
A black or silver leather cover for the Flip is available at S$118.
Singapore will be the first market in Southeast Asia to launch the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (left), the first in a new Galaxy Z lineup of foldable smartphones. For now, the Galaxy Fold (right) is not part of the new Galaxy Z product line.
Pre-Order / Registration of interest for the Galaxy S20 (128GB), Galaxy S20+ (128GB) and Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G (128GB) will commence from 12 February 2020, Wednesday, from 1pm.
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February 9th, 2020
Canon has unveiled a limited-edition T-shirt in collaboration with Uniqlo. This UNIQLO Graphic T-shirt (UT) is launched under “The Brands-Masterpiece” collection that features famous products and logos that are popular and loved by many worldwide.
Available in black only, the limited-edition T-shirts are now available at S$14.90 on UNIQLO.COM, while it will be available across all UNIQLO stores islandwide from 10 February 2020 onwards.
This design showcases the EOS R, Canon’s first 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor mirrorless interchangeable-lens digital camera with an electronic viewfinder.
Canon seeks to Reimagine Optical Excellence, through the expansion of the EOS System with full frame EOS R mirrorless camera and a new range of lenses.
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February 8th, 2020
GrabShare services will be temporarily suspended from 9 February, 1am.
Notification from GrabShare on its temporary suspension of service.
Due to the latest Novel Coronavirus developments, GrabShare services will be temporarily unavailable from 9 Feb, 1am until further notice.
This is a sensible and responsible move by Grab, Bravo!
Tags: coronavirus Singapore, Grab, GrabShare, Novel, transport, travel
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February 7th, 2020
Google Maps was introduced 15 years ago on 8 February, 2005. First launched on desktop, Google Maps helped users search for nearby businesses and navigate from Point A to B.
Thanks for 15 years of Google Maps!
Today, Google Maps is used by more than one billion people every month around the world.
Every month, Google Maps connects people to businesses more than nine billion times, including more than one billion phone calls and three billion requests for directions.
The new Google Maps icon to celebrate its 15th anniversary.
Before we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Google Maps tomorrow, let’s take a trip down memory lane to see how much ground Maps has covered over the years, both in Singapore and worldwide.
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February 4th, 2020
Homegrown telemedicine startup, HiDoc, has developed and will roll out Singapore’s first TeleHealth Kiosk in OLÁ – an Executive Condominium (EC) in Sengkang that will be completed in 2026 (TOP 2023). Check out the kiosk in the showroom from 15 February, 2020.
Artist’s impression of the HiDoc telehealth kiosk, which will be showcased to the public when OLÁ opens its show gallery 15 February. Image: HiDoc
HiDoc’s TeleHealth Kiosk will allow residents to consult doctors and specialists virtually, supported by a medical concierge who will dispense medications to the doorstep of the patient.
This innovative initiative is the result of a partnership between local health startup HiDoc (backed by SGX-listed Singapore Medical Group) and property developer Anchorvale Pte Ltd.
The unique online platform provides convenience and time-savings as part of the EC’s emphasis on amenities and community living.
The TeleHealth Kiosk will be showcased to visitors to the OLÁ show gallery at Sengkang from 15 February 2020.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags: Anchorvale, EC, health, healthcare, HiDoc, medicine, Singapore, telehealth, telemedicine
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January 14th, 2020
The Jabra Elite 75t has up to 7.5 hours battery life on a single charge, extendible to 28 hours with its charging case. Available in Singapore (S$288) in 2 colours: Titanium Black (now) & Gold Beige (Q1 2020).
The Jabra Elite 75t will be available in two colours – Titanium Black and Gold Beige.
The Elite 75t is Jabra’s 4th generation of true wireless earbuds – focusing on longer battery life and better fit.
Fast charging offers 1 hour of playback time from 15 minutes of charging.
More details below from the press release.
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January 12th, 2020
The e-tron full-size SUV is Audi’s first full-electric model and was launched in Singapore at the Singapore Motorshow 2020, together with the new Audi A1 Sportback, Audi Q3 and new variant of the Audi A7 Sportback. Prices below.
The Audi e-tron full-size SUV is Audi’s first full-electric model.
Audi also celebrates two years of successful implementation of “Audi on demand” in Singapore.
In terms of performance, the two electric motors produce up to 300kW to the four wheels, making the car an electric quattro that’s capable of tackling any terrain.
Launch of the Audi e-tron at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
A full charge gives the car a range of over 400km.
in addition, the car features an exceptionally effective recuperation strategy with its integrated electrohydraulic brake control system.
Markus Schuster, Managing Director of Audi Singapore, on the Audi e-tron.
Audi is the first carmaker to use such a solution in an electrically powered series production vehicle.
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January 11th, 2020
The Maserati Levante GTS is equipped with a 3.8-litre Twin Turbo V8 engine, one of the most powerful engines ever fitted in a Maserati. Prices below.
Dashboard of the new Levante GTS. Image courtesy of Tridente Automobili.
A high performance variant built around a muscular twin-turbo V8 Ferrari-built engine, the 2020 Levante GTS brings the GT philosophy to the SUV segment in its purest form.
The Electrified Future of Maserati
2020 is an exciting year for Maserati, and the beginning of an electrified future for the brand. Maserati has revealed that all future Maserati vehicles will feature an electric variant, starting with the Ghibli that will be launched with a hybrid powertrain in the first half of 2020.
Maserati will also premiere their all-new sports car with a grand global launch in May 2020.
The exterior of the Levante GTS features a new, more aggressive design with subtle performance and aerodynamic enhancements that hint at the maximum potential of the 530bhp engine.
The rear-biased four-wheel drive system ensures that the Levante GTS delivers extreme off-road capabilities and on-road racing dynamics.
The V8 engine produces a staggering 530 bhp and 730 Nm of torque.
0 to 100 km/h takes an exhilarating 4.3 seconds, with top speed at 291 km/h.
Launch of the Maserati Levante GTS at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
Maserati is displaying its full range of models at the Singapore Motorshow 2020, from the executive luxury Quattroporte flagship sedan, the striking Ghibli sports sedan, and the Levante ‘Maserati of SUVs’, to the iconic GranCabio.
Prices below.
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January 10th, 2020
Komoco Motors brings in more electrified powertrains of Hyundai in its commitment to a sustainable environmentally-friendly future.
Hyundai launches the 2020 Hyundai Venue with Smartstream Gamma II 1.6 engine – at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
The Singapore Motorshow 2020 saw the Southeast Asia debut of Hyundai’s sub-compact urban SUV – Hyundai Venue, equipped with new Smartstream Gamma II 1.6 engine with Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT).
Hyundai’s current models in Singapore include:
- Hyundai Accent
- Hyundai KONA Electric
- Hyundai i30N
- Hyundai i30 Turbo Hatchback
- Hyundai Tucson 1.6 Turbo
Its second generation electrification was manifested in the newly enhanced Ioniq Hybrid with a refreshed design; as well as the launch of the new Ioniq Electric with upgraded 38.3-kWh battery, capable of achieving a range of 311 km in total.
Enhancements to existing models include the Hyundai Santa Fe 2.4 with enhanced SmartSense, Advanced Safety and Convenience Technologies; as well as the locally enhanced Hyundai Avante 1.6.
More details below from the press release.
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