DONGYING, China, Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The recent advancements of State Grid Dongying Power Supply Company in renewable energy infrastructure development have taken the spotlight in a CCTV+ video segment.
In its latest green energy push, the state-owned power supplier has set ambitious renewable energy targets for the saline-alkali regions of the Yellow River Delta. Their holistic approach spans a spectrum of initiatives, from eco-friendly industrial energy parks and innovative aquaculture systems to efficient energy chains and circular farming methodologies.
Central to their strategic roadmap is their involvement in aquaponics, the creation of zero-carbon energy stations, and a pivotal role in the Yellow River Basin Science and Technology Yard—a hub bridging knowledge and practice to foster technological innovation and exchange.
Furthermore, the firm is investing in a big data platform that seamlessly melds intelligent agricultural techniques with optimized energy consumption, all while integrating state-of-the-art charging systems for electric farm machinery.
These concerted efforts underscore the company’s unwavering commitment to driving a clean, low-carbon energy shift and fostering rural revitalization.
Tangy Solar’s 500 MW fishery-photovoltaic initiative stands out as a flagship project. Nestled in Dongying’s northernmost Hekou District, the region is a hotspot for renewable energy resources. Boasting a 214-kilometer (133-mile) coastline facing north along the Bohai Sea and covering a vast expanse of 65,000 acres of saline mudflats, Hekou is geographically blessed. With its year-round steady winds and an impressive average of 2,715 sunshine hours, it’s a prime location for such an ambitious endeavor.
Tangy Solar’s 500 MW fishery-photovoltaic complementary project in Hekou District’s Blue Economic Development Zone, Dongying.
“This project isn’t just about using resources wisely—it’s about maximizing the benefits. When you stack it up against regular sea farming, we’re looking at returns that are over 30 times higher,” remarked Chen Qi, the project’s maintenance overseer. Qi exuded confidence in the project’s future valuation.
Ding Yufeng and Hu Zhiyong, maintenance specialists from the State Grid Dongying Power Supply Company, recently conducted an on-site inspection of the power station’s operations.
For years, the State Grid Dongying Power Supply Company has strengthened its commitment to environmental stewardship. Standing firmly behind grid-connected renewable energy and the seamless transmission of clean power, the company has invested significantly in research and development. Their focus on low-carbon technologies, from the inception of grid construction to its daily operations, sets a noteworthy standard.
This dedication has established a balance between green grid development and ecological conservation, laying the groundwork for a greener China. Indeed, the pathway to a sustainable future is lined with eco-conscious, low-carbon strategies. As of August 2023, Dongying’s renewable energy capacity has reached an impressive 5.945 gigawatts (GW), clinching the fifth spot in the Shandong province rankings.
As the city’s renewable sector continues its ascent, it plays a crucial role in advancing China’s dual-carbon objectives. Dongying’s unwavering focus on clean energy and environmental preservation remains a beacon of its commitment.
No one has a bigger bone to pick with the affordable segment than Honor. Where it was once an indelible mark is now an arena where it has to prove its prowess. The Honor 90 is another try to prove that the company knows what people want at the astounding prices that they’re used to getting Honor smartphones.
On paper, the Honor 90 seems to check all the boxes when it comes to specifications with a large camera sensor, the latest version of Android and Magic OS and even battery life that is touted to last “All day”. Do these features make the perfect smartphone? Is it worth forking out the money for? We’re about to answer these questions in our in-depth review.
Design
Thin. Light. Durable. That’s the three words that come to mind when describing the Honor 90’s design. While the smartphone is for all intents and purposes a run-of-the-mill midrange smartphone when it comes to design, Honor has injected some of its design influences into it.
The slim form factor is very much appreciated at a time when smartphones, particularly in the mid-range, are opting for chunkier bodies. The Honor 90 isn’t just slim, it’s somehow ergonomic. Holding it in your hand is comfortable. The dual curved edges don’t dig into your hands like you would expect it to. Instead, it’s comfortably curved and gives you a little bit more grip when holding the phone.
The back of the phone is textured. The version we have has a matte texture that gives it a lot more traction when you use it. Honor has also given it a metallic finish which makes it look a little bit more premium. The two camera humps also have a halo that gives it a pretty finish and makes the protruding a little bit more acceptable.
Hardware
When it comes to hardware, the Honor 90 doesn’t shy away from being a mid-range smartphone. Instead, it embraces it. In fact, it’s showing the industry that the company knows how to strike a balance between performance and price that is not only acceptable, it’s applauded.
The Honor 90 continues to use Honor’s MagicOS. Like the Magic5 Pro, the interface has come leaps and bounds not only from its roots under Huawei but also when it comes to stability, performance and even optimisations.
The optimisations that Honor brings to its midrange smartphone more or less mirror those on its flagships like the Magic5 Pro. It has a very light layer on top of Android 13 with a clean, near-minimalistic take on Android and its Material UI. It does away with the opacity and density of colour that is now the signature Android 13 and puts on a light layer of effortless simplicity that makes the OS easier on the eyes and simpler to interact with.
MagicOS 7.1 continues to imitate the look and feel of iOS but is beginning to slowly differentiate itself. While some of the styles of the icons and interface may mimic iOS, Honor is focusing on making the interface fluid and dynamic. It is one of the better Android-based operating systems out there. The interface is responsive, easy to navigate and very fluid. Everything is accessible with one click. This includes, for better or worse, the control centre that feels like a spaceship control panel. But this also means that, unlike other Android interfaces, the notifications and controls are separated. Definitely a welcomed convenience but is handicapped by the need to remember which side to swipe down on. Swiping further to the right brings down the control centre but if you wanted to bring down the notifications shade, you won’t be able to. Instead, you’ll have to back out of the control centre and swipe to the left of the screen.
Cards which made its debut with MagicOS 7, continues to be included with the Honor 90’s version of MagicOS 7.1. While they are a welcomed addition and layer to the convenience that the OS affords, it’s still remains rather handicapped with limited 3rd party support. I still found myself going back to regular widgets to get the functionality I was looking for.
Again, like in the Magic5 Pro, customization continues to be limited to font packs, icon packs and themes. At this point, with the increasing amount of customization offered by stock Android, it feels like Honor needs to up the ante and embrace it. Allow users to further customize their experience with coloured accents in addition to those already available. This, of course, excludes the highly customizable always-on-display (AOD).
Overall, when it comes to user interface, it feels like the Honor 90 brings a consistency we haven’t seen in many mid-range smartphones when it comes to feature sets. Nearly all the flagship software experiences are accessible on the Honor 90, unlike a majority of the competition who choose to limit lower-end software experiences.
Performance
The Honor 90 is laced with features that allow it to squeeze every bit of performance from a processor that can be seen as a little dated. That said, it also proves that not all smartphones need to be on the latest and greatest to provide an experience that is comparable to any flagship. Honor has tweaked and optimised the processor and software to deliver a very high-performing phone that doesn’t break the bank.
Multitasking & Productivity
The Honor 90 gave me a welcomed surprise when it handled multitasking without a hitch. I was, of course, expecting that the phone would be sluggish or, at least have noticeable slowdowns when multitasking. But that really wasn’t the case.
In fact, the phone excelled; especially when it came to doing tasks like split-screen multitasking. I was able to work on a Google document while referencing a website with ease. This was also the case even when I was using a split screen with YouTube. There was nearly no instance where the smartphone slowed down enough that it was unusable.
Multitasking was a breeze, to say the least. But it seems like the phone was made for it to be honest. The optimisations that were made to the software make it really easy to jump in and out of tasks and documents with features like split screen and pop-up window.
Call Quality & Connectivity
Being a mid-range phone, I expected to have some concessions in hardware that would affect call quality. However, the Honor 90 pleasantly surprised me with pretty good call audio. The tone was warm, crisp and clear. Unlike a lot of the competition in its range, the audio lacked a lot of the tinny resonance we’ve come to expect with lower-end smartphones.
It’s also got all the bells and whistles when it comes to connectivity. The Honor 90 has 5G connectivity which should serve you well when it comes to your carrier. The higher speeds – which was gotten thanks to YTL communication’s Yes 5G – did come in handy when downloading big files off emails and also streaming my shows off Amazon Prime and Netflix. Support for WiFi 6 also came in clutch with streaming.
There were minor hiccups with connectivity – particularly with WiFi 6 and 5G. With the former, it had issues maintaining a connection with my WiFi 6 router. However, the issue was resolved after an update for the OS itself. The 5G connectivity problems seem to be stemming from the network itself. I had more stable data connectivity on 4G LTE. Of course, data speeds were not as impressive but a more stable connection does provide a better overall experience. However, since the 5G issues were verified to not be connected to the phone, it didn’t factor into our overall rating.
Overall, when it comes to call quality and connectivity, the Honor 90 really shows up the competition. It’s getting the basics right – and then some.
Gaming
When it comes to gaming, the Honor 90 didn’t have that many hiccups. During the review period, we tested the smartphone with games like Genshin Impact, Asphalt 9: Legends, Pokémon UNITE and Diablo Immortal. The smartphone was able to perform pretty well across the board. However, it’s not unexpected given the class in which the Honor 90 punches.
The graphical intensity of Genshin Impact really did make the Honor 90 sweat. Putting the game on max settings made the phone go warm. However, it also limited the frame rate and made the game unplayable in my honest opinion. Taking the settings down a notch changed the experience totally. The game performed well with optimised settings. The Honor 90’s cooling system kept the phone cool, but it still did warm up after a while. While it’s not very surprising, it was more surprising to go an hour or two without the phone getting any warmer.
Diablo Immortal, on the other hand, gave the Honor 90 a proper challenge. As always, this was most apparent with demon mobs. Just as my character was being overwhelmed by the mob, so too was the phone. It began stuttering and lagging just a tad. It’s not unexpected as the game does give higher-end devices some problems too. With the 90, this happened when there was about 60 to 80 monsters on the screen at the same time. Adding AoE attacks to the mix did slow it down a little more but the phone quickly rebounded once the animations were over.
Overall, if you’re gaming on the Honor 90, you’re not going to be facing many hiccups thanks to the enhanced version of the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Aside from these two instances, other games like Pokémon UNITE and Asphalt 9: Legends had little to no issues.
Battery Life
Honor brings its signature battery life to the Honor 90. This smartphone really does give claims of “all day” battery life a run for their money. The battery on the Honor 90 was able to last at least 36 hours on a single charge with mixed-use. However, more often than not, I found myself charging the Honor 90 only after 2 days of regular use. This included using the phone for shooting, emails, messaging and calls.
On average, I was getting at least 36 hours of battery on a single charge. When it was actively being used, the smartphone was able to last about 3 hours on a full charge. At 15% with battery saving mode, I was able to get another 2 to 2.5 hours depending on usage during the time. On standby, this time went well over 4 days of battery life. This was without mobile connectivity and with minimal screen time.
Display
The display on the Honor 90 is one of the better ones in its price range. The AMOLED panel reproduced colours pretty accurately. When it comes to brightness, the screen is able to achieve a blinding 1,600 nits peak brightness. That means it was more than just legible even under direct sunlight.
While the display is just FHD+ in resolution, the Honor 90 does support HDR10+. This addition means that the display can reproduce intricate details in dark visuals. Viewing and editing video on the go on this screen was amazing thanks to HDR as well. The screen’s high refresh rate made transitions were buttery smooth.
The Honor 90 had one of the best reading experiences on a smartphone in its class. This is primarily due to the TUV Rheinland Certified blue light reduction for eye protection, and also reading modes. My eyes weren’t tired even after about 2 hours of reading an ebook and my comics. The ebook mode made reading less strenuous on the eyes but I still haven’t gotten used to it yet. So, I found myself reading using normal screen modes with blue light reduction and eye comfort turned on.
Cameras
The Honor 90 comes with a triple camera setup with a massive 200-megapixel sensor. However, Honor is allowing the hardware to be the only hero when it comes to the camera. The company has been developing its own algorithm to augment the quality of pictures taken with the smartphone. It seems like the Honor 90 is the first of many in a game of striking the best balance between hardware and software with Honor’s midrange. The smartphone continues to employ pixel binning to get the most out of the sensors it comes with but with the extra light and information, it’s able to create sharper, crisper edges in its pictures.
Honor’s AI enhancements overall are a little bit aggressive for me. However, it does produce pretty detailed and vibrant pictures from the sensors. That said, I found myself turning AI off to get the shot I wanted in most situations. That said, without AI, the cameras performed pretty well even in point-and-shoot (Auto) mode.
Photos taken with the Honor 90’s camera were vibrant and detailed in good lighting. However, its performance under low lighting was less than stellar. Often, pictures were overblown to compensate for the lack of light. While quality degradation is expected, we expected a little more from the Honor 90 camera. Photos in low light were noisy and some were ruined by overcompensation. That said, kicking it into Pro mode is a saving grace. It allows you to get results that are closer to what you want.
Zooming in to take pictures on the Honor 90 can be a little bit of a hit or miss. This is pretty expected given the lack of a telescopic sensor in the phone’s camera setup. However, images and video are pretty crisp and detailed as long as you don’t go beyond 3x zoom. Going any higher than that or even maxing out at 10x resulted in grainy, blurry pictures. The Honor 90 comes with the same AI stabilization as the Magic5 Pro. It’s still as mind-blowing as it was with the Magic5 Pro.
Videos taken with the main camera setup are pretty good. We used it to do a few of our video content on social media (let us know if you find them). The results with good lighting are close to DSLR quality. Of course, we can’t get 100% of the intricacies of a DSLR with the smartphone. It’s perfect for capturing memories but falls a little short when it comes to being a video production powerhouse./
I feel like the Honor 90 puts most flagships to shame with its front-facing camera. Although, I feel like it does come with a caveat that it’s enhanced with AI features. With the right lighting, the pictures are vivid, colourful and detailed. The large 50-megapixel sensor allows for amazing quality. Even under low light, the results were better than a lot of the other options out there. But this may be cause we’re so used to low-quality selfies in this price range.
Overall, the Honor 90 has a power-packed camera setup. The robustness of the software and the versatility of the triple camera setup make it a good starter option for aspiring content creators. It’s also one of the best that we’ve used when it comes to video footage. Honor is definitely honing its software and hardware balance.
A Power packed Offering with Little to Lose with a Delicate Balancing Act between Software and Hardware for the Best Value
The Honor 90 is walking a delicate tightrope of features and price points. The performance of its software makes it a top contender for anyone looking for a value-for-money option for a smartphone. Extra emphasis on the value for money as the Honor 90 breaks a price point that other mid-range flagships dismiss readily. Its feature-packed software and selectively outstanding hardware make it worth every penny spent. You’ll be able to game on more intense games, create content capture memories and even multitask without breaking the RM2,500 price point. We’re comfortable calling this an unbeatable value smartphone.
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, Hohem, a trailblazer in the gimbal market, showcased its innovation at two renowned international exhibitions – the IFA exhibition in Berlin from September 3 to September 5, and the IBC exhibition in Amsterdam from September 15 to September 18. These exhibitions are significant platforms for industry players to present their latest innovations and connect with enthusiasts.
The IFA exhibition, a global hub for consumer electronics, saw Hohem presenting a range of sought-after smartphone gimbal and camera stabilizers, such as iSteady M6 and iSteady MT2. The magnetic AI tracker is much to the delight of photography enthusiasts. With this sensor, users can enjoy a smooth AI tracking experience without the need for an app or Bluetooth connection. By simply facing the AI sensor and making gestures, iSteady MT2 and iSteady M6 swiftly and accurately tracks the subject, capturing facial and body movements even in challenging scenarios.
At IFA, Hohem shared the stage with industry giants like DJI, Zhiyun, Huawei and Apple, underlining its position amidst renowned brands in the smart imaging arena. The booth design, characterized by a blend of deep black and vibrant orange, was a visual treat, adding a touch of sophistication and modernity.
Following IFA, Hohem participated in the IBC exhibition, a prestigious event in the broadcasting industry. The booth, mirroring the design theme from IFA, presented Hohem’s innovative applications of smart imaging technology in broadcasting. This event also featured industry stalwarts like Canon, Sony and Nikon, further enriching the discourse on broadcasting technology and imaging. Furthermore, the Hohem MIC-01 Wireless Microphone has received recognition and acknowledgment from industry competitors, establishing Hohem as a key player in the gimbal market.
In the coming days, Hohem will continue to uphold its brand mission of “Create a more straightforward way of recording memorable moments with tech” and introduce more user-friendly and efficient smart imaging devices. Hohem aspires to earn the trust and admiration of consumers globally, emerging as a go-to brand in the smart imaging landscape.
The newly launched ULTRALOQ Bolt smart Wi-Fi deadbolts connect seamlessly with all major smart home systems including Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and IFTTT.
UNION CITY, Calif., Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — U-tec, a leader and trusted brand for smart home solutions, is launching the next generation of its award-winning flagship ULTRALOQ Bolt smart Wi-Fi deadbolts series in late 2023, once again providing ULTRALOQ customers a smart lock with unparalleled connectivity, utility, security, and home integration.
A new product launch event is scheduled to unveil new ULTRALOQ Bolt series in Santa Clara, California, October 3, 2023. The pricing and pre-sale information will be announced at the launch event.
The new ULTRALOQ Bolt series is the most versatile yet as it is compatible with all major smart home systems including Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and IFTTT – catering to users’ varying preferences for smart home systems. This impressive level of connectivity comes on top of ULTRALOQ smart locks’ multiple unlocking methods and keyless entry, built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, and a battery life of up to one year. The sleek ULTRALOQ Bolt design has also been given a stylish black and metallic design update.
Bolt NFC
Designed for Apple users
Different variations of the ULTRALOQ Bolt are available to fit users’ different needs. Working with Apple to bring the best keyless smart lock experience to users, Apple users can opt for the ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint Edition, one of the world’s first Wi-Fi enabled deadbolt compatible with Apple HomeKit; or the Apple Home Key-enabled NFC Edition, which allows users to unlock with a single tap of their phone or smartwatch. Even if your iPhone runs out of battery, it can still be used to unlock the door within five hours.
“U-tec has been a pioneer in revolutionizing the way people access their homes. Our goal is to deliver a better keyless entry experience for everyone,” said U-tec’s Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Clark Ruan.
“Apple Wallet’s Home Key is an easy, convenient and secure option for our users. We are proud to work together with Apple to launch this life-changing digital experience by utilizing their iPhone or Apple Watch as their keys. With the Apple Home app, the ULTRALOQ Bolt series can be controlled and integrated with other HomeKit compatible devices into users’ daily routines,” Ruan said.
The ULTRALOQ Bolt Matter Edition, one of the world’s first smart Wi-Fi deadbolt compatible with Matter, the next-gen smart home standard, will follow soon after – it will be coming in early 2024.
Upgrades to ULTRALOQ’s smart lock technology
Other exciting tech specs under the hood include a 360-degree live fingerprint ID powered by an AI self-learning algorithm which improves over time; a more durable and weather-resistant anti-peep keypad compatible even with gloves; and an auto unlock function that uses mobile geofencing technology to unlock the door when you arrive home. These features mean customers can say goodbye to needlessly taking more time to unlock their doors, whether by fishing through for their keys or while their hands are full with groceries.
Every Bolt model also offers long-lasting battery life of up to one year, with a LED battery indicator and low battery warning to remind users of timely battery replacement and ensure users are never left locked out.
ULTRALOQ Bolt deadbolt automatically locks when closed and sends a reminder to your phone if a door is left unlocked, offering peace of mind for customers – particularly those with young children and pets that could easily escape an open door.
Easy DIY installation also means even the most entry-level smart home customers can easily install an ULTRALOQ Bolt deadbolt. All that’s required for installation is a screwdriver – no wiring and no drilling needed.
As with all ULTRALOQ smart locks, the Bolt series can be controlled via the U-tec app, whether it’s to check the lock status, door open/close status, access records, or managing permanent/temporary fingerprint, passcode and key card access. With U-tec planning to branch out with even more smart home products, users will also be able to integrate with smart products including Ulticam smart security cameras, the Bright smart lighting system, as well as smart switches and plugs in the future.
About U-tec
Located in Union City, California, U-tec invents and manufactures the ULTRALOQ Whole-Home smart lock system that delivers an exceptional access experience with ultimate flexibility, security and convenience. U-tec is setting a new standard for smart home security with its best-in-class design and advanced technologies. Every day, U-tec helps keep more than 1 million North American customers and their assets safe.
BEIJING, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Falling on Friday, the Mid-Autumn Festival has been observed by people of Chinese origin for thousands of years and is usually marked by family reunions, a full-moon viewing and the consumption of mooncakes.
This traditional festival has entrusted the Chinese people with their deepest nostalgia for home and their deepest attachment to their country since ancient times.
Reflecting his deep affection for the country and the people, Chinese President Xi Jinping has talked about nostalgia on many occasions.
From Fuping and Liangjiahe in northwest China’sShaanxi Province, Zhengding in north China’sHebei Province, to Fujian Province, Zhejiang Province, Shanghai and Beijing, Xi regards these places where he has worked as his “hometowns.”
‘Nostalgia means you will miss a place after you leave it’
During a state visit to Costa Rica in 2013, Xi visited the home of a farming family and talked about his experience in Liangjiahe.
“It is extremely rare for a president to speak so passionately and with such pride about being a farmer. Some people may downplay that aspect, but he does not. He emphasizes it,” said the Costa Rican farmer’s son.
In the late 1960s, Xi left Beijing for a village called Liangjiahe in an arid part of Shaanxi to work as a rural laborer and spent seven years in the countryside, working and living alongside farmers.
He was separated from his family, slept in cave dwellings, suffered from flea bites, and worked as hard as fellow villagers to tend crops, herd sheep, carry manure and haul coal.
Before leaving Liangjiahe, Xi expressed his appreciation to the people in Liangjiahe for their selfless acceptance and assistance. “I will never forget everything Liangjiahe has given me,” he said.
Whether it is at a small courtyard of a farmer’s house in Costa Rica, on the podium in Washington State in the U.S., or at the Global High Level Forum on Poverty Reduction and Development and the High-level Dialogue on Global Development, Xi has talked about his time in Liangjiahe.
In the spring of 1982, Xi volunteered to work at the grassroots level and moved to Zhengding, a poor county in Hebei Province.
For more than three years, Xi served first as deputy secretary and then secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Zhengding County Committee and did a lot of pioneering work with the local CPC committee, planning strategies and laying a solid foundation for Zhengding’s development.
Recalling his experience in Zhengding during an inspection tour in Hebei in 2013, Xi said he grasped a direct understanding of how villagers feel through “being with comrades every day, talking, thinking and working together.”
Wherever Xi goes, he brings this sincere and simple feelings to the people.
“Don’t cut off true feelings because of long distances, don’t forget your true feelings because of a busy life and don’t ignore your true feelings because of the hustle and bustle of life,” Xi said at a Spring Festival gathering in 2017.
‘Seeing the place where you have worked can continuously develop is when you feel the happiest’
In 1988, Xi became the Party chief of Ningde Prefecture, one of the poorest regions in southeast China’sFujian Province at the time. During the two years of working there, Xi visited 123 of the 124 townships, including three of the four without access to paved roads. Xiadang, a township nestled deep in the mountainous area of Shouning County, was one of them.
Xi visited Xiadang three times, and personally directed poverty relief in the remote town.
It took Xi about three hours by vehicle and two hours on foot along the rugged mountain paths to reach the township during his first visit.
Xi decided it was essential to focus on accessibility for the area to take off. Work began on a highway just months after his first visit, and the road into Xiadang opened in January 1991.
The second visit came on July 26, 1989, after the county was hit by its worst floods in a century. Xi sent condolences and post-disaster reconstruction funds to the people affected by the floods. He visited the township for a third time on August 7, 1996, to investigate and direct poverty alleviation work.
Thanks to poverty alleviation efforts, tremendous changes have occurred in Ningde.
When inspecting Fujian in March 2021, Xi met several tourists from Shangrao, Jiangxi Province, who said it took them only 22 minutes to take the train to Wuyi Mountain, a famous summer resort in Fujian.
“Seeing the place where you have worked can continuously develop is when you feel the happiest,” he once said.
Hosting a banquet to welcome guests who are gathering in Hangzhou to attend the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games, Xi warmly recommended Zhejiang to the guests.
“I once worked in Zhejiang Province for quite a few years. Committed to reform and opening-up, the province is now fast-tracked toward high-quality development,” Xi said, adding that it is building a demonstration zone for common prosperity, and has become a pioneer in Chinese modernization.
“My job is to serve the people. It is very tiring, but also very fulfilling,” Xi said, though knowing that governing such a huge country requires a strong sense of responsibility and hard work.
ASUS Malaysia has unleashed the upgraded 16-inch ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605), powered by the latest AMDRyzen 7000 series processors. This laptop is engineered to provide an enhanced visual and performance experience, empowering you to accomplish more.
The key highlight is its impressive 16-inch 16:10 NanoEdge display, boasting an larger screen-to-body ratio of up to 86.5%. This means you get more screen real estate within the same laptop footprint as conventional 15.6-inch models. To enhance your viewing comfort during extended usage, the Vivobook 16 comes certified with TÜV Rheinland’s low blue-light and flicker-free technology.
Under the hood, you’ll find the AMD Ryzen 7 7000-Series processors, 16 GB RAM, and a speedy 512 GB SSD, ensuring seamless performance for your tasks. The Vivobook 16 incorporates a dual-vented cooling system with an IceBlade fan, ensuring quiet and efficient cooling. The substantial 42Wh battery offers extended usage, and you can enjoy ultrafast connectivity thanks to WiFi 6E.
This laptop features a slim and lightweight design complemented by a metal-like finish. Its 180° lay-flat hinge facilitates collaboration, and it also comes with a full range of ports including USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, USB 2.0, HDMI 1.4, and an audio combo jack.
The Vivobook 16 incorporates a physical webcam shield for the HD webcam for better security and privacy. It also features a full-size ASUS ErgoSense keyboard and a generously sized touchpad. ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus protection is applied to frequently touched areas like the palm rest, keyboard, and trackpad, reducing the transmission of harmful viruses and bacteria.
Environmentally conscious consumers will appreciate that this Vivobook is now crafted using 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics and comes in 100% recyclable packaging. Its energy efficiency surpasses the ENERGY STAR® standard, and it’s built to endure, adhering to the strict MIL-STD-810H US military-grade standard.
Pricing & Availability
The ASUS Vivobook 16 (M1605) is available in two variants with prices starting from MYR2,599 for the model with Ryzen 5 7530U with 8GB of RAM. While the version with the Ryzen 7 7730U and 16GB of RAM will be priced at MYR2,999.
Both variants come in Indie Black and Cool Silver and are available through authorized ASUS resellers and the official ASUS e-store.
MYDCF – the Malaysian Digital Content Festival – is underway in Kuala Lumpur! The annual event has kicked off with a showcase of the latest and best that studios in Malaysia have put forward. This year’s event also showcases the works of studios like PlayStation, Bandai Namco, Passion Republic Games and more.
Part of the show floor of MYDCF is Noizucon, a conference for gamers, cosplayers and more. This show, behind a MYR60 ticket, is also hosting Malaysia’s Finals of Acer‘s Predator League happening there. The 2024 Predator League finals will be happening on the 30th of September 2023 (Saturday) for DoTA 2 while the finals for PlayerUnknown’s Batttlegrounds (PUBG) will be happening on 1 October 2023 (Sunday).
However, Acer has a little something up their sleeves at the Predator League show floor. Snug among the chaos of the competition and the showcase of Acer’s latest Predator and Nitro offerings was a little surprise – two new graphics cards emblazoned with the Predator logo. The new GPUs on display were the AMD Radeon RX7600 8G OC and the Intel ARC A750.
Predator’s AMD Radeon RX7600 8G OC comes with 1 HDMI 2.1 output and 3 DisplayPort 1.4 output. This supports up to 60Hz refresh rate at 8K resolution for a single display or 4 displays at 4K/60Hz. It comes with 8GB of vRAM with speeds of up to 288 GB/s and clock speeds of up to 2320 MHz. The clock speed can even be boosted to 2725 MHz. The GPU is cooled by a ringed axial fan & blower configuration.
The Intel ARC A750 that was on display, on the other hand, came with 3 Display Port 2.0 and a single HDMI 2.0 output. It supports the same resolution and refresh rates as the Radeon RX7600. It also has 8GB of GDDR6 vRAM with speeds of up to 512GB/s. For cooling, the Intel GPU card comes with a hybrid setup which employs both a ringed axial fan and a blower fan. Predator has tuned the GPU to support up to 2200 MHz clock speeds.
It remains unclear if the cooling will employ Predator’s Bifrost technology. Acer Malaysia is remaining tight-lipped with the details of the Predator graphics cards. Of note, there doesn’t seem to be an NVIDIA SKU of the Predator GPUs. At the very least, they didn’t tease it at the Predator League in Malaysia.
For Malaysia, the AMD RX7600 8G OC will be officially priced at MYR1,498 while the Intel ARC 750 will be retailing at MYR1,299. The GPUs will officially be available in October via Acer’s official partners – Just IT, Brightstar and Monaliza.
BEIJING, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — What is it like to enjoy Chinese opera in the autumn scenery of a Chinese garden? How is Chinese opera passed down from generation to generation? What kind of sparks will come from the collision between Chinese opera and scripted mystery games? From September 28th to October 4th, come to Beijing Garden Expo Park, and the 7th Chinese Opera Culture Week will reveal the answer for you.
This year’s Chinese Opera Culture Week brings together nearly 50 outstanding troupes and art schools from 20 provinces and municipalities in China and will bring more than 120 wonderful performances. Peking Opera, Pingju, Kunqu, Hebei Bangzi, Yu Opera, Yue Opera, Huangmei Opera… In Chinese Opera Culture Week, you will have the honor to enjoy the charm of all major Chinese operas.
In addition to watching exciting performances, audiences who want to learn more about Chinese opera can also watch the “Interviews with Famous Artists” program. Famous Chinese opera masters such as Changrong Shang, Yufu Li, Shaochun Yang, Meiti Yue, and Wenyue Gu will tell the audience about the inheritance and development history of Chinese opera.
This year’s Chinese Opera Culture Week also focuses on creating cross-border integration of art content to present more possibilities for opera stage art. Walking in the Garden Expo Park, visitors can witness flash performances of Chinese opera skills such as spear kicking and silk dancing, but also experience the immersive game “The Best Actor in the World.” Additionally, they can enjoy a traditional Chinese music concert featuring famous singers and Chinese opera masters.
Audiences who are unable to make it to the venue don’t have to worry about missing the show. This year’s Chinese Opera Culture Week will broadcast 16 exciting offline performances live through YouTube. Audiences can enter the live broadcast page to watch by searching “Chinese Opera Culture Week”. We look forward to the Chinese Opera Culture Week becoming a cultural feast shared by fans around the world.
Recognized for Delivering Cutting-Edge Technology to Sports Teams, Leagues, and Stadiums
MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Orion Innovation (“Orion”), a leading digital transformation and product development service firm, has been awarded the prestigious Australia Technology Excellence Award for Software – IT Services, by the Asian Technology Excellence Awards. Orion was honoured for its successful track record of consistently delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to the global sports industry.
Orion works with some of the biggest sports leagues across Europe, the US, and APAC. The company leverages more than two decades of global sports experience to provide sports entities with data-driven solutions to better manage their complex businesses.
Raj Patil, CEO of Orion, commented, “Orion is incredibly honoured to win the Australia Technology Excellence Award. We are committed to helping global teams, leagues, and stadiums transform their operations, improve the fan experience, and increase revenues. This recognition fuels our passion to continue pushing boundaries, setting new standards, and shaping the future of sports technology.”
Satish Kumar, Global Head of Sports and Entertainment of Orion stated, “Receiving the Australia Technology Excellence Award for Software – IT Services is a testament to our relentless dedication to innovation and excellence in the sports technology sector.”
Orion’s Sports Platform uses emerging technology to enable sports leagues, teams, and clubs to effectively manage ticketing and credentialing, contracts, game day experiences and maintain the integrity of the game. The flexible centralized application processes massive amounts of data to ensure data quality, consistency and accuracy across leagues, clubs, and individual teams. Orion recently launched a unique Stadium-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering, enabling stadium owners and operators to deliver a better fan experience before, during, and after the game.
Orion’s Sports Platform and SaaS offering has been developed and refined in collaboration with leading sports associations, governing bodies, leagues, and clubs globally.
About Orion Innovation
Orion Innovation (“Orion”) is a leading digital transformation and product development service firm. Rooted in engineering and design thinking, along with a unique combination of agility, scale, and maturity, its team of approximately 6,400 associates helps Fortune 1000 companies improve efficiencies, enhance customer experiences, and develop new digital offerings. Through its delivery centers in North America, EMEA, India and Latin America, Orion serves clients across sports & entertainment, telecom, media & technology, professional services, financial services, and healthcare industries. For more information, visit www.orioninc.com.
BEIJING, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from chinadaily.com.cn:
To attract more expats to Shanghai and help them better integrate into the city, the Shanghai municipal authorities released an international services handbook, providing local policy and service information to expat residents, on Thursday.
The launching ceremony of the International Services Shanghai is held in Shanghai on Sept 28, 2023. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The handbook, compiled by the Foreign Affairs Office of the Shanghai municipal government in collaboration with the Shanghai People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, provides comprehensive information for both new arrivals and long-time expat residents with information regarding various aspects of their everyday life in Shanghai.
The handbook, which is intended to become a pocket guide and “a second passport” for expat residents, is composed of four parts: Shanghai essentials, living in Shanghai, exploring Shanghai, and service directory.
The “Living in Shanghai” part introduces information, including important administrative procedures since arrival, useful mobile phone apps, public transportation, housing, education, health care, emergency hotlines, and public holidays.
In the “exploring Shanghai” part, it provides information on cultural venues, international exhibitions and events, shopping, landmarks, and local specialties among others.
The handbook, which involves views and suggestions from many expat residents, has around 40 illustrations and contains 36 QR codes, which connect users to detailed service information and instructions.
Kong Fu‘an, director of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Shanghai municipal government and the executive vice-president of the Shanghai People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, said that expats are valued members of the community and they make significant contributions to the city’s development.
“Together, we aim to build Shanghai into a global hub of talent where people from every corner of the globe can converge and thrive. We’ll continue to introduce services and measures to provide thoughtful services so that expats can enjoy pleasant stays and successful careers here,” he said.
Natacha Tarascon from France, who has lived in Shanghai, where she feels like home, for a decade, said that life in Shanghai as an expat is easy and safe.
High-quality education and medical care are also the reasons that the mother of three children chooses to stay in Shanghai.
“My kids, who were all born and raised in Shanghai, have been learning Chinese, French and English since they were born. Learning diverse, mixing cultures will surely open their minds,” said Tarascon, who founded Doucéa, a children’s skincare brand in Shanghai in 2019.
“I started the brand in the city because Shanghai has always been a city open to new brands and new things, and the Shanghai government is very supportive of startups. Also, we can easily collaborate with high-end suppliers and innovative factories here,” she said.
![The launching ceremony of the International Services Shanghai is held in Shanghai on Sept 28, 2023. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]](https://techent.tv/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/shanghai-municipal-authorities-launch-handbook-to-welcome-and-support-expats.jpg "The launching ceremony of the International Services Shanghai is held in Shanghai on Sept 28, 2023. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]")