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PICO is Official VR Headset Partner for Olympics ESports Week

Thursday, June 22nd, 2023

PICO has announced its sponsorship as the Official VR Headset Partner for the inaugural Olympics Esports Week (OEW). For the first time, the PICO 4 VR headset will be used in the main virtual taekwondo competition.

Programming of Olympic Esports Week will be available on demand on the PICO Video app.

Programming of Olympic Esports Week will be available on demand on the PICO Video app.

The first event of its kind is created by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and will be taking place in Singapore between 22 and 25 June 2023, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, Sport Singapore and the Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC).

“We are thrilled to be the Official VR Headset Partner for Olympic Esports Week. This partnership highlights PICO’s commitment to revolutionising the way people experience sports and gaming. We believe that VR has the power to merge the best aspects of both worlds, offering unparalleled immersion and physical engagement. We are excited to showcase our technology and contribute to the success of this groundbreaking event,” said Allen An, Regional Director for PICO Southeast Asia.

The four-day festival event will take place in Singapore at the end of June, showcasing the best of virtual sports, gaming and esports.

As the official VR headset sponsor, PICO’s VR headsets will be utilised, for the first time, in Virtual Taekwondo, one of the main competitive events.

This combines Singapore company Refract Technologies’ proprietary real-time full-body motion tracking system AXIS with the PICO 4 VR headset to deliver a groundbreaking VR adaptation of the traditional Korean martial art.

Virtual Taekwondo was created by Refract in partnership with World Taekwondo as an innovative game that will captivate participants and spectators alike, showcasing the incredible potential of VR in the world of sports.

In addition, PICO will be offering the programming of Olympic Esports Week on the PICO
Video app, providing viewers with the opportunity to enjoy the action on demand.

More details below from the press release.

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SGMotorshow2023: Volkswagen Showcases Golf R and ID. Family

Sunday, January 15th, 2023

At the Singapore Motorshow 2023, Volkswagen debuted the new Golf R and showcased its new, all-electric ID. family which includes the ID.4, ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo.

 The new all-electric Volkswagen ID.4 SUV.

The new all-electric Volkswagen ID.4 SUV.

The Golf R debut sees Volkswagen bring technology from the racetrack to its new performance hatchback.

The Golf R is the most powerful production Golf in Singapore boasting 320 PS and 420 Nm of torque.

 

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#t4tSgMotorshow2023: Unveiling of the new Volkswagen Golf R at the #SingaporeMotoshow. It is the 8th generation Golf on the road.

It features the 4MOTION system with R-Performance Torque Vectoring for ultimate agility.

Optional equipment includes an Akrapovič titanium sport exhaust system and R-Performance Package with “Special” (Nürburgring mode) and “Drift” driving profiles.

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SGMotorshow2023: Suzuki Presents Four Exclusive Artworks

Friday, January 13th, 2023

One of my favourite finds at the Singapore Motorshow 2023 are the fun and bold artworks created by local artist, Erika Tay, for the Suzuki models on display – Swift, Swift Sport, Jimny, and Ignis.

I love the vibrant and colourful designs for the artworks created for Suzuki by local artist Erika Tay.

I love the vibrant and colourful designs for the artworks created for Suzuki by local artist Erika Tay.

On the Suzuki Swift, the Kitsune, a fox well known for its cunning spirit and intelligence, is supposed to mirror the Suzuki Swift’s zippy and spicy personality.

The illustration of the rabbit has a dual meaning – a symbol of speed and a nod to 2023, the Year of the Rabbit.

For non-drivers, the artwork is also available for purchase.

For non-drivers, the artwork is also available for purchase.

The Swift Sport dons an illustration of a maneki-neko, the Japanese beckoning cat, believed to bring good luck and fortune, surfing on waves to represent the high degree of responsiveness and an exhilarating experience behind the wheel.

Similar to the classic exterior of the Suzuki Ignis, the Daruma dolls designed by the artist presents a timeless representation of Japanese culture.

 

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#t4tSgMotorshow2023: Loved the beautiful artworks on the Suzuki cars on display at the #SingaporeMotoshow.

The illustrations represent the sentiment of past meeting present, while the modern symbols capture the quirky, bold spirit of the Ignis.

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SGMotorshow2023: Mercedes-AMG SL is Reborn (SL55 & SL43)

Thursday, January 12th, 2023

Mercedes-Benz has just launched at the Singapore Motorshow 2023 the new Mercedes-AMG SL which returns to its roots with a classic soft top and sporty character.

Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ roadster from Mercedes-Benz.

Mercedes-AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ roadster from Mercedes-Benz.

The luxurious roadster as a 2+2 seater is suitable for everyday use and puts its power down on the road with all-wheel drive for the first time.

 

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#t4tSgMotorshow2023: Mercedes-Benz launches the new Mercedes-AMG SL Roadster at the #SingaporeMotoshow.

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SGMotorshow2023: Toyota Showcases Corolla Cross, GR86 & bZ4X

Thursday, January 12th, 2023

At the Singapore Motorshow 2023, Toyota launched the Corolla Cross family SUV, unveiled the new GR86 sports car, and introduced the bZ4X electric SUV.

The new Toyota GR86 can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 6.3s.

The new Toyota GR86 can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 6.3s.

The Corolla Cross is the family friendly SUV for the bestselling Toyota Corolla.

It will be the first model to use Toyota’s fifth generation self-charging hybrid electric system, which will deliver more power and greater driving pleasure with higher fuel and emissions efficiency.

 

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#t4tSgMotorshow2023: Unveiling of the new Toyota Corolla Cross family friendly SUV at the #SingaporeMotoshow.

The new GR86 boasts an evolutionary new Boxer engine, equipped with D-4S.

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Event Forecast: Toyota GAZOO Racing GT Cup Makes a Comeback

Thursday, August 18th, 2022

The Singapore leg of the Toyota GAZOO Racing Gran Turismo Cup (TGR GT Cup) Global series resumes this year on Gran Turismo 7 on both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. This is the fourth installment of the global SIM racing competition and the third iteration of the Singapore edition.

This year the competition features a selection of Toyota GR lineups, in which players will get to push their limits through renowned circuits and experience the thrill of racing. This includes the nostalgic Toyota Supra GT500 ’97 (Castrol TOM’S) model.

This year the competition features a selection of Toyota GR lineups, in which players will get to push their limits through renowned circuits and experience the thrill of racing. This includes the nostalgic Toyota Supra GT500 ’97 (Castrol TOM’S) model.

The Semi-Finals and Finals will be held on 4 September 2022, with winners advancing to the TGR GT Cup ASIA 2022 online on 9 October 2022.

“Since 2020, Borneo Motors Singapore has brought to life the thrill of experiencing motorsports races to local e-sports enthusiasts with our Toyota GAZOO Racing GT Cup. We look forward to hosting yet another exciting year of the race in Singapore and through this competition, we hope that Toyota is able to make motorsports more accessible and enjoyable across generations,” shares Samuel Yong, Director of Strategic Marketing and Business Strategy at Borneo Motors Singapore.

The TGR GT Cup Singapore 2022 commenced with Qualifiers on 13 August 2022, with more than 36 participants to date.

Eventually, only 24 of the fastest competitors will advance to the Semi-Finals.

During the Semis, two groups of 12 racers will compete in two races per group, with the top six racers from each group going into the Finals.

In the Finals, racers will compete in three races, with the overall top three competitors getting onto the podium.

Through this competition, Toyota hopes to make e-motorsports accessible by providing opportunities for racing enthusiasts to experience the thrill of racing Toyota GR cars
on iconic circuits.

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NetApp Cloud Solutions for TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team

Friday, July 15th, 2022

TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team will utilise real-time data collaboration powered by NetApp hybrid cloud solutions to achieve superior performance.

NetApp will power Porsche motorsport in ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with data-driven cloud solutions.

NetApp will power Porsche motorsport in ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with data-driven cloud solutions.

NetApp, a global cloud-led, data-centric software company, and TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team, has announced a multi-year partnership which will see NetApp providing the sportscar maker with hybrid cloud solutions.

“Formula E is a technology showcase and R&D backbone for Porsche and preserves our strong motorsports heritage on the road and on the track. Data is the defining element here, but it is not easy to harness when the racing team is always on the road. The solution created by NetApp is unique in the market in how it can move huge amounts of data at high speed while delivering an intuitive experience across edge, core and cloud so we can design better, faster cars for our racecar drivers and car enthusiasts everywhere,” said Friedemann Kurz, Head of Motorsport IT, Porsche.

Porsche AG, a global automotive brand owned by Volkswagen Group, has begun shifting production towards electric or e-fuel powered vehicles in 2015.

By the year 2030, Porsche AG aims for 80% of all vehicles sold to be electric.

Tapping into NetApp’s real-time data services, TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team is working on its vision of sustainable mobility while enabling the real-time adjustments that deliver superior race performance – and help drive the next generation of Porsche electric vehicles.

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Opening: Decathlon Unveils 700sqm Data Lab in Singapore

Thursday, July 7th, 2022

The Data Lab will consolidate Decathlon Singapore’s efforts in the development of new digital services for Decathlon International as well as incubate data projects in collaboration with partners such as Sport Singapore, various research agencies, and schools.

Located within the Kallang Alive district, the Decathlon Data Lab sits at the intersection of a growing number of sporting and community facilities that is part of an effort to strengthen the district’s standing as an inclusive sports precinct, outlined in the Kallang Alive Masterplan.

Located within the Kallang Alive district, the Decathlon Data Lab sits at the intersection of a growing number of sporting and community facilities that is part of an effort to strengthen the district’s standing as an inclusive sports precinct, outlined in the Kallang Alive Masterplan.

The new Decathlon Data Lab will provide a collaborative working environment that will house Decathlon’s teams such as data experts, software developers and designers, network and security team, innovation teams as well as industry partners and students.

Projects and ideas initiated at Decathlon Data Lab will be tested in the adjacent Decathlon Singapore Lab store, and subsequently introduced to other Decathlon stores in Singapore and beyond.

More details below from the press release.

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Review: Huawei Watch GT 3 Health, Fitness & Sports Smartwatch

Saturday, December 11th, 2021

The new Huawei Watch GT 3 is the company’s latest smartwatch and offers a staggering 14 days battery life as well as more accurate measurements of vital statistics to monitor health and fitness, and to instrument sports performance for in-depth analysis and more effective training.

 

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The new Huawei Watch GT 3 – freshly unboxed. Included is the wireless charger.

The Huawei Watch GT 3 is the successor to 2019’s Huawei Watch GT 2 and last year’s Watch GT 2e.

 

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Unboxing the Huawei Watch GT 3 health/fitness/sports smartwatch.

It offers improvements which includes features that had debuted with the flagship Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro which was released for APAC in July this year.

Major improvements over its predecessor in the sporty GT (Gran Turismo or Grand Tourer) line include an upgrade of the operating system from the Lite OS to HarmonyOS 2.1.0, an Apps grid replacing a scrolling menu, additional sensors, more accuracy in measurements and a rotatable crown.

Compared to the muscular flagship Watch 3 Pro, the new Huawei Watch GT 3 feels lighter and is slightly smaller though both watch faces measure 46mm.

The Watch GT 3 does not have the eSIM & Wi-Fi capabilities of the Watch 3 Pro, but has a much longer 14 days battery life.

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tech4CNY Giveaway: Hydragun Percussive Therapy Massage Gun

Thursday, February 4th, 2021

Stand a chance to win a Hydragun percussive therapy massage gun that alleviates muscle aches and aids in injury recovery. Read on to find out how.

Win a Hydragun massage gun worth S$399.

Win a Hydragun massage gun worth S$399.

It’s the Lunar New Year season and a time for spring cleaning.

What better gift for new year than something to ease the aches and sores from all those exertions – on top of their regular gym workouts?

I have been using the Hydragun for a few months now and it really helps – and still works as new!

I’ll be choosing one participant to walk away with a set of Hydragun massage gun (worth S$399).

In the box is the vibrating therapy massager with six changeable heads – 4 regular, 2 stainless steel.

The winner will be announced on 11 February – I will DM you directly if you are the lucky winner.