Posts Tagged ‘accessories’

New arrival: Olympus Stylus TG-4 gets new flash diffuser & firmware upgrade

Tuesday, March 29th, 2016

The new FD-1 diffuser accessory for the Stylus TG-4 improves flash illumination for better macro pictures. Price & availability TBA. Firmware update v2.0 (available now) enables flash activation and enhanced control in the microscope shooting mode.

The new FD-1 flash diffuser (left) promises beautifully diffused illumination for macro photography with Olympus’ ruggedised compact camera - Stylus TG-4 (right).

The new FD-1 flash diffuser (left) promises beautifully diffused illumination for macro photography with Olympus’ ruggedised compact camera – Stylus TG-4 (right).

Olympus has announced the launch of the FD-1 Flash Diffuser accessory for the Stylus Tough TG-4 compact camera.

The FD-1 creates attractive illumination for the macro photography of nature subjects and small objects, by improving the light quality of the camera’s built-in flash.

Complementing the launch of this new accessory is a new firmware for the TG-4, version 2.0.

The latest firmware provides additional flash functionality for macro photography.

The application of direct, on-camera flash illumination brings many benefits to macro photography with the TG-4, making close-up imaging possible in poor ambient lighting conditions.

The aesthetics of direct flash illumination expands the range of creative expression available to the macro photographer.

Sharper, clearer close-up shots can be also captured with a motion freezing burst of flash illumination that helps to overcome camera-shake.

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IT Fair: IT Show 2016 (10 – 13 Mar) @ Suntec Singapore

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

From today till Sunday, the first of the four large annual IT exhibitions in Singapore this year takes place for four days (10 – 13 Mar) at the SUNTEC Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Level 3 (11am – 9pm) and Levels 4 & 6 (12 – 9pm). Admission FREE.

Highlights include extension of trade-in program to video games and TVs under 34-inch, pre-orders for Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End Limited Edition PlayStation 4 console bundle, over $35,000 of prizes to be won for PC gaming fans plus the latest jaw-dropping gadgets including the $6,000-plus Asus GX700 gaming laptop beast, the Sony α6300 mirrorless camera with the world’s fastest autofocus and the Lenovo Vibe X3 smartphone with in-built virtual reality smarts.

Highlights include extension of trade-in program to video games and TVs under 34-inch, pre-orders for Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End Limited Edition PlayStation 4 console bundle, over $35,000 of prizes to be won for PC gaming fans plus the latest jaw-dropping gadgets including the $6,000-plus Asus GX700 gaming laptop beast, the Sony α6300 mirrorless camera with the world’s fastest autofocus and the Lenovo Vibe X3 smartphone with in-built virtual reality smarts.

Highlights for IT Show 2016 include:

  • Gaming extravaganza at GAMEX (L6, Hall 605).
  • Tech Showcase (L4 Hall 405, 406).
  • Brand Time (L4 Stage Area).
  • IT SHOW Babes Selfie Contest (L4, Tech Showcase Area).

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Avid shoppers checking out the latest IT gadgets at the IT Show 2016.

Looking ahead, the four major IT exhibitions in Singapore are:

Exhibition Dates Venue
IT Show 2016 10 – 13 Mar Suntec Singapore
PC Show 2016 2– 5 Jun Singapore Expo
COMEX 2016 1– 4 Sep Suntec Singapore
SITEX 2016 24 – 27 Nov Singapore Expo

Details about the IT Show 2016 below (from the press release).

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Christmas shopping guide: Logitech gadgets & accessories

Sunday, December 20th, 2015

If you’re looking for a useful and chic gadget for a friend this Christmas, check out Logitec’s range of keyboards, mouse, headsets and accessories.

Clockwise from top-left: Logitech MX Anywhere II mouse, G633 gaming headset, K400+ living room keyboard, M337 mouse, K380 keyboard, CREATE case/keyboard for iPad Pro.

Clockwise from top-left: Logitech MX Anywhere II mouse, G633 gaming headset, K400+ living room keyboard, M337 mouse, K380 keyboard, CREATE case/keyboard for iPad Pro.

I’m using a number of Logitech’s products because they perform well and are reliable, and they look rather chic as well.

Also they are reasonably priced and affordable, and offer good value for money.

So if you’re looking for that tech gadget for a friend this Christmas, check them out!

Below are some of their more interesting gift ideas.

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New arrivals: Twist (S$65) & Twist+ (S$69) World Adapter DUO

Monday, November 16th, 2015

The Twist World Adapter DUO (S$65) and Twist+ World Adapter Duo (S$69) are now available in Singapore at ante@TANGS at TANGS Plaza Level 3’ ante@Suntec City Mall, ante@Vivo City, Epicentre, Epilife, istudio.

Lamch & Co has launched in Singapore the two additions to the Twist World Adapter series, made by OneAdaptr.

Lamch & Co has launched in Singapore the two additions to the Twist World Adapter series, made by OneAdaptr.

The all-in-one world adapters work globally with the patented Twist & Lock mechanism.

The Twist+ World Adapter DUO attaches to any Apple MacBook Power Adapter by replacing its attached plug or extended power cord.

The Twist+ World Adapter DUO attaches to any Apple MacBook Power Adapter by replacing its attached plug or extended power cord.

Simply twist to select one of four most popular power sockets compatible in over 150 countries from Europe, Australia, China to North America, allowing you to simultaneously charge your MacBook and iPad or iPhone from one electrical outlet wherever you are.

The built-in Max 3.4A high-powered dual USB charger charges twice as fast as your devices’ included charger and is compatible with the latest mobile technology.

A single Twist World Adapter DUO charges up to 3 mobile devices simultaneously, while the Twist+ World Adapter brings the dual charging convenience to MacBook users everywhere, charging up to 4 devices simultaneously.

When snapped into place, Twist+ World Adapter DUO not only allows for worldwide charging of your MacBook, but also provides a Max. 3.4A dual USB charger for your mobile Apple devices as well as a universal AC outlet for use with other electronic devices.

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COMEX 2015 (3 – 6 September) at Suntec Singapore

Thursday, September 3rd, 2015

The third of four large annual IT exhibitions in Singapore is in town. It returns to Suntec Singapore at Levels 3, 4 & 6. COMEX 2015 opens from 12 noon to 9 pm (Admission FREE) until Sunday, 6 September.

COMEX 2015: Suntec Singapore Levels 3, 4 & 6, from 12 noon to 9 pm - (Admission FREE.

COMEX 2015: Suntec Singapore Levels 3, 4 & 6, from 12 noon to 9 pm – (Admission FREE.

With more than 830 exhibitors, COMEX claims to be Singapore’s biggest IT and consumer technology exhibition.

The four major IT exhibitions in Singapore are:

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New arrivals: ASUS LolliFlash – LED flash for smartphone selfies

Tuesday, June 30th, 2015

The ASUS LolliFlash is an ultra-portable external LED flash for taking smartphone selfies in dim light. The LolliFlash comes with dual-LED light and multi-colour filters for a fun photography experience.

Available from today at S$17.90 at ASUS Online Store.

ASUS LolliFlash dual-LED light with three colour filters for taking smartphone selfies. Shown here with an ASUS ZenFone2 but compatible with any Android smartphone.

ASUS LolliFlash dual-LED light with three colour filters for taking smartphone selfies. Shown here with an ASUS ZenFone2 but compatible with any Android smartphone.

Many smartphones today ship with an LED flash for the main camera at the rear for taking photos in dim lighting.

The filter sleeve merge the light from the two LED light sources.

The filter sleeve merge the light from the two LED light sources.

Most smartphones, however, do not have a front-facing LED for taking selfies with the front camera.

The new LolliFlash from ASUS addresses this need for avid selfie photographers.

The LolliFlash is a compact dual-colour LED light that can be easily attached to any mobile phone to provide ample light in low light conditions, promising realistic skin tones in every photo.

Small and lightweight at only 8g, the wireless LolliFlash can be placed anywhere on the phone.

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New arrivals: Veil XT for iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus

Monday, June 29th, 2015

The Veil XT is an ultra thin, full coverage case for minimalists and retails at S$39 each.

Retailing at S$39 each, the cases will be available in several colours including classics like Frost and Wisp Black, as well as new colours, Aquamarine and Pink.

Retailing at S$39 each, the cases will be available in several colours including classics like Frost and Wisp Black, as well as new colours, Aquamarine and Pink.

Lamch & Co has introduced the Veil XT line of cases by Caudabe, a leading brand of premium, ultra thin mobile device accessories.

Veil XT for iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus.

Measuring a thin 0.35mm, The Veil XT is perfect for minimalists who prefer not to bury their sleek iPhones behind layers of bulky plastic.

The Veil XT provides a tight and precise fit around the iPhone while maintaining the iPhone’s thin form factor and providing protection from scratches and bumps.

The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus versions of The Veil XT also feature a 0.7mm ridge around the camera cutout, designed specifically to protect the iPhone’s protruding camera lens.

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New arrivals: Ultimate Ears UE MEGABOOM wireless mobile speaker

Tuesday, May 26th, 2015

The new UE MEGABOOM from Logitech is expected to be available in Singapore in July 2015 for S$399.

The UE MEGABOOM from Logitech Ultimate Ears come in an assortment of bright colours.

The UE MEGABOOM from Logitech Ultimate Ears come in an assortment of bright colours.

The new UE MEGABOOM portable wireless speaker from Ultimate Ears promises more power, more sound and more bass.

The UE MEGABOOM works standing upright and lying down.

The UE MEGABOOM works standing upright and lying down.

Similar to UE’s first mobile speaker, UE BOOM, the new UE MEGABOOM blasts 360-degree sound with heart-pounding bass.

The UE MEGABOOM is waterproof – IPX7 certified – with stain-resistant acoustic skin, and a durable grab-and-go design.

The portable speaker weighs less than 900 grams, features a 20-hour rechargeable battery life and 100-foot wireless Bluetooth range.

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New arrivals: EZ-Link introduces EZ-Charms and Perx rewards

Tuesday, April 21st, 2015

EZ-Link unveils first non-card stored value cashless device in the form of Hello Kitty trinkets (S$24.90). The Singapore company also launched the new EZ-Link Rewards Scheme with Perx.

The inaugural series of charms is available with four designs: Red, Pink, Blue and Black.

The inaugural series of charms is available with four designs: Red, Pink, Blue and Black.

EZ-Link Pte Ltd is Singapore’s largest issuer of CEPAS-compliant cards.

The new EZ-Charms break away from the conventional ez-link card design, while the EZ-Link Rewards Scheme with Perx is the first rewards programme for commuters using public transport with the ez-link card.

EZ-Charms – New Form Factor

“Our aim is to push through boundaries to make every tap with ez-link a rewarding and fun experience. The launch of EZ-Charms is significant as it represents a breakthrough in technical limitations and opens up many new possibilities for fashionable products in the future. On the other hand, with the new EZ-Link Rewards Scheme with Perx, ez-link users will be rewarded for something they do every day – taking trains and buses,” said Nicholas Lee, Chief Executive Officer, EZ-Link Pte Ltd.

Functioning in exactly the same way as existing ez-link cards, EZ-Charms can be used on buses, trains, taxis, for shopping and dining and topped up at all ez-link card channels.

The first EZ-Charm design features Hello Kitty, the iconic feline character, to give users a lovely, fun and stylish piece of ornament to hang off their mobile phones and key chains etc.

Measuring 3.3cm by 2.5cm by 0.5cm, each EZ-Charm is sold in an attractive packaging, making it an adorable gift for loved ones – especially Hello Kitty fans.

All EZ-Charms are sold without stored value and are valid for two years.

The pricing and availability of the EZ-Charms are tabulated below.

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New arrivals: Energizer Energi-to-go XP20000 portable charger

Tuesday, April 7th, 2015

The new charger has 20,000 mAh and 3 output ports for laptops, tablets and smartphones. Available in Singapore now – S$249.

The XP20000 portable charger has a rated output of DC 19V, 3A (for charging laptops), DC5V, 2.1A (USB port for charging tablets), and DC5V, 1A (USB port for charging smartphones).

The XP20000 portable charger has a rated output of DC 19V, 3A (for charging laptops), DC5V, 2.1A (USB port for charging tablets), and DC5V, 1A (USB port for charging smartphones).

Weighing less than 500 grams, the light and portable Energizer Energi-to-go XP20000 contains a super high density battery which can power smartphones with another 40 hours of battery life, tablets with another 20 hours of battery life, and laptops with another 6.5 hours of battery life.

The XP20000 comes in white and measures 19.5 x 16.5 x 11 cm.

The XP20000 comes in white and measures 19.5 x 16.5 x 11 cm.

Besides laptops, tablets and smartphones, the XP20000 supports video and digital cameras, mobile gaming devices, mobile Bluetooth headsets, and many other mobile devices.

It is safe for commercial travel, making it suitable for the mobile worker with a laptop and multiple mobile devices, and for sharing amongst friends and families on vacation.

The Energizer Energi-to-go XP20000 takes 3.5 hours to charge, and can be charged while discharging to other devices.

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