Monthly Archives: September 2023

Health, Lifestyle, News

[IFA 2023] Withings Elevates Health Tracking with the ScanWatch 2 & the ScanWatch Light

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Withings ups the ante with hybrid wearables with the release of the ScanWatch 2 and ScanWatch Light. These two hybrid smartwatches build upon Withings’ legacy of delivering cutting-edge health monitoring in sleek, fashion-forward designs.

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The ScanWatch 2 inherits the beloved features of its predecessor, including an impressive 30-day battery life, ECG capabilities, blood oxygen measurements, and seamless integration with Apple Health.

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In addition, it introduces several new features that elevate its health-tracking prowess. The ScanWatch 2 comes with continuous body temperature tracking which allows users to keep tabs on their body temperature. Together with body temperature tracking, female users of the ScanWatch 2 can now effortlessly track their menstrual cycles, including symptoms and emotions, empowering them with valuable insights.

Together with his, the new ScanWatch also comes with the ability to track Heart Rate Variability allowing users to track the response of their heart to different stimuli and events. This plays very well with the Improved Auto Activity Tracking which can now recognize over 40 different activities. You will also be able to track Respiratory Rate Readings which gives a new dimension to insights from the watch.

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Withings has also upgraded the software aspect of the ScanWatch 2. HealthSense OS now features PowerSense Pro, optimizing battery life and data accuracy.

The ScanWatch Light

For those seeking affordability without compromising on essential health monitoring, Withings is introducing the new ScanWatch Light. While it may not boast all the advanced features of its counterpart, it provides key health-tracking capabilities.

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The ScanWatch Light will be able to track heart rate, sleep and activities. It also places particular emphasis on menstrual cycle tracking, allowing women to log cycle stages and align their routines accordingly.

Both models cater to diverse health needs, and Withings’ unwavering focus on extended battery life and comprehensive health tracking makes these smartwatches compelling choices for individuals seeking seamless health monitoring. Pre-orders are already open, with retail availability scheduled for October 2023.

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With the ScanWatch 2 and ScanWatch Light, Withings continues its tradition of combining cutting-edge technology with timeless design, setting new standards for health monitoring and style. These timepieces empower users to seamlessly integrate better health into their daily lives, marking a significant stride in the evolution of health-centric wearables.

Pricing & Availability

The ScanWatch 2 comes in various finishes and sizes to ensure both style and comfort, with additional options planned for the future. It is set for release in October. It is priced at $349.95.

The ScanWatch Light, on the other hand, is priced at $249.95.

Android, Mobile, News

Xiaomi 13T & Xiaomi 13T Pro Set for Debut on 26 September 2023

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Xiaomi has officially announced that the Xiaomi 13T series will launch on September 26 2023. The event will be held in Berlin, Germany, and will be live-streamed on Mi.com. This lineup is co-engineered with Leica, promising Leica filters and other camera enhancements in the default camera app. However, Xiaomi has not revealed how many smartphones will be included in this series.

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What We Expect

Both the Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro will boast a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and a remarkable maximum brightness of 2,600 nits. These phones will be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9200 and Dimensity 9200 Plus processors, supported by up to 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of internal storage. Battery capacity is set at 5,000 mAh, and the main camera on the Xiaomi 13T Pro will feature a 50 MP sensor with OIS and an f/1.9 aperture, offering impressive photography capabilities. Other notable specs include a 13 MP ultra-wide camera and a 50 MP telephoto zoom camera, both equipped with OmniVision sensors. Lastly, the front-facing 20 MP camera will sport a Sony IMX596 sensor.

Xiaomi 13T Series Comes with Extended Software Support

Both the Xiaomi 13T and 13T Pro models are promised to receive five years of security updates. This commitment to software support exceeds Google’s three-generation update policy for Pixel phones. The Xiaomi 13T series is expected to ship with Android 13-based MIUI 14 out of the box, with the potential for updates up to Android 17.

Business, News

VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA Looks To Enable Entreprises to Embrace Generative AI

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VMware Inc. and NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) are expanding their strategic partnership. Their mission? To ready the multitude of enterprises dependent on VMware’s cloud infrastructure for the imminent generative AI era.

Generative AI, the driving force behind intelligent chatbots, assistants, search engines, and summarization tools, is revolutionizing industries. VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA is designed to democratize this transformation. It offers an integrated solution, seamlessly combining generative AI software with NVIDIA’s advanced accelerated computing, all within VMware Cloud Foundation, optimized for AI applications.

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The synergy between generative AI and multi-cloud environments is profound. Enterprise data resides in various locations, including data centres, edge devices, and diverse cloud platforms. VMware and NVIDIA aim to empower enterprises to harness generative AI while preserving data privacy, ensuring security, and retaining control.

Enterprises are in a race to implement generative AI, with the potential to contribute up to a staggering $4.4 trillion annually to the global economy. VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA is stepping in to empower them to expedite this journey. It enables enterprises to customize large language models (LLMs), construct secure and private models for internal use, offer generative AI as a service, and scale inference workloads securely.

With emerging concerns surrounding data privacy and security with deploying Generative AI tools like ChatGPT at an organisational level, VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA empowers organizations to use the full capabilities of Generative AI without the worry of data leaks. Enterprises can deploy AI services close to their data, safeguarding data privacy and ensuring secure access.

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It also provides them with diverse options for constructing and running models, including leading OEM hardware configurations without ruling out the potential integration with public clouds. This choice doesn’t come at the expense of performance with NVIDIA’s accelerated infrastructure. It promises performance equal to or even surpassing bare-metal solutions.

When enterprises are ready to scale, they can do so seamlessly and without much hassle. GPU scaling optimizations in virtualized environments facilitate the efficient scaling of AI workloads across multiple nodes. Scaling and implementation costs can also be minimized through VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA. This is thanks to resource optimization and a shared resource environment fostered by the platform. In fact, the platform is built with fast prototyping capabilities with pre-installed frameworks and libraries allowing enterprises to fail quickly and achieve development milestones at an accelerated rate.

Aside from this, the platform will be deployed on performance-optimized NVMe storage and GPUDirect® storage over RDMA for seamless data transfer. Networking performance is also sustained and accelerated with deep integration between vSphere and NVIDIA NVSwitch™ technology ensuring efficient multi-GPU execution.

The platform integrates NVIDIA NeMo, a cloud-native framework simplifying the creation, customization, and deployment of generative AI models. NeMo offers customization frameworks, guardrail toolkits, data curation tools, and pre-trained models. It provides enterprises with an efficient, cost-effective, and expeditious path to adopting generative AI. For production deployment, NeMo leverages TensorRT for Large Language Models (TRT-LLM), optimizing inference performance on the latest LLMs on NVIDIA GPUs.

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VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA receives robust support from Dell Technologies, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Lenovo. These partners will offer systems equipped with NVIDIA L40S GPUs, NVIDIA BlueField®-3 DPUs, and NVIDIA ConnectX®-7 SmartNICs. These components will supercharge enterprise LLM customization and inference workloads.

VMware aims to release VMware Private AI Foundation with NVIDIA in early 2024, marking the continuation of a decade-long partnership that has optimized VMware’s cloud infrastructure to run NVIDIA AI Enterprise with the performance of bare metal.

PR Newswire

BRI’s Ultra-Micro Holding Continues Sustainable Financing for 36 Million Customers

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JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Persero Tbk. (IDX: BBRI), PT Pegadaian and PT Permodalan Nasional Madani (PNM) have been jointly advancing sustainable financing practices in Indonesia’s ultra-micro segment through the Ultra-Micro (UMi) Holding. This initiative aligns with the core themes of the ASEAN Indo-Pacific Forum (AIPF) on 5-6 September 2023, in Jakarta, Indonesia, with a focus on ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) principles.

BRI's Ultra-Micro Holding Continues Sustainable Financing for 36 Million Customers
BRI’s Ultra-Micro Holding Continues Sustainable Financing for 36 Million Customers

Sunarso, BRI’s President Director, highlighted that Ultra Micro Holding (UMi) integrated over 36 million loan customers and 162 million micro-savings customers into its network, supported by 1,013 SENYUM (Ultra-Micro Service Centers) in Q2 2023. “BRI’s focus is to uplift business actors, embarking on a structured and systematic journey in a unified ecosystem.”

BRI’s approach to integrating the ultra-micro ecosystem involves three phases. First, they implement the “Empowering People” strategy led by PNM to educate ‘unbankable’ businesses. The “Integration” phase provides loan options to ultra-micro entrepreneurs through BRI and Pegadaian. Lastly, BRI concentrates on “Scaling-up Businesses,” enabling ultra-micro segments to transition to micro, micro to small, and small enterprises to medium size.

The UMi Holding has empowered 76 thousand financial advisors, comprising of agents from BRI and PNM Mekaar, and Pegadaian’s marketing personnel. BRI’s micro and ultra-micro credit have grown by 11.4%, reaching IDR 578 trillion. “We are employing a “Go Smaller” strategy to target even smaller segments with shorter and more digitally streamlined processes to meet their needs for a faster and cost-efficient approach,” added Sunarso.

To enhance financial inclusion, the UMi Holding introduces the SenyuM Mobile application to accelerate customer acquisition and serve as a unified digital hub for BRI, Pegadaian, and PNM.  The app has been adopted by over 69,000 individuals from the three entities and utilized by more than 300,000 BRILink and Pegadaian agents. To simplify operations and ensure security, the UMi Holding is spearheading a cashless ecosystem.

BRI also offers a digital banking super app, BRImo, enriched with over 100 features. BRImo’s user growth has exceeded 1 million users monthly. As of June 2023, the user base reached more than 27.8 million, marking a 50.6% Year-on-Year (YoY) increase. Additionally, the transaction value soared to IDR 1,377.6 trillion, reflecting an 89.6% YoY surge.

More information about BRI at www.bri.co.id.

Lifestyle, Mobile, News

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic Astro Edition reaches for the stars

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Samsung is back with a mesmerizing blend of tradition and technology in their latest release: the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic Astro Edition. Drawing inspiration from ancient astrolabes, this timepiece is more than just a smartwatch; it’s a work of art.

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Inspired by ancient astronomy

The Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition’s standout feature is its astrolabe-inspired bezel. But what exactly is an astrolabe? Think of it as an ancient astronomical calculator used for navigation. Samsung’s innovation lies in reimagining this ancient tool as a functional, rotating bezel on a modern smartwatch.

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This bezel not only adds a touch of sophistication but also serves as an intuitive navigation tool. It retains it standard function of effortlessly scroll through apps and menus with a satisfying click. The highlight are the depictions of constellations, stars, and other lunar bodies, along the top of the bezel.

Honoring the legacy of astronomy in the MENA region

Samsung has chosen to launch their wearable masterpiece exclusively in the MENA region, adding an element of exclusivity to the Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition. The countries in the region include UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Egypt, Jordan, Türkiye and Morocco.

Samsung stated that the astrolabe was chosen as it “symbolises the (MENA) region’s legacy of scientific and innovative contributions, particularly in time, astronomy and mathematics”. It’s a testament to Samsung’s commitment to tailoring their products to specific markets.

Exclusive astronomy-inspired features

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Beyond its stunning design, this smartwatch packs a punch when it comes to technology. It is only available in the 47mm variant and features all the essential functions you’d expect from a premium smartwatch, including heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and fitness tracking.

On top of that, you get exclusive, astrolabe-inspired complications. These include a compass complication on the dial and solar/lunar phase tracker that lets users track the movement of the sun and moon.

Bridging the past and future on your wrist

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition is a celebration of craftsmanship and innovation. It will be available starting 2nd August 2023, with no official pricing available as of yet. There will be an exclusive purchase offer that includes an additional fabric strap, Astro Edition collectibles, and access to Samsung’s VIP exclusive promotion store.

By integrating traditional design elements with modern innovation, Samsung has created a wearable that bridges the past and the future.

Sources: Samsung, GSMArena, SamMobile

PR Newswire

Vault Creation, a South Korea etching company, has completed preparations for mass-producing 500ppi FMM for mobile

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Achieving a resolution of 500ppi with proprietary technology and having completed initial setup of a production equipment for mass production

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Korean dry etching specialized company, Vault Creation Co., Ltd., has announced that it will start selling FMM for smartphones with a resolution of 500ppi, which is an essential component of mobile displays, to demand companies and research institutes that need it from September 1, 2023.

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copyright(c) Vault Creation All rights reserved

Until now, FMM-related companies worldwide have invested astronomical resources exclusively in Japan to develop high-resolution FMM for smartphones. However, it is true that encountered technical limitations without providing practical results.

In this situation, Vault Creation, a South Korea company, which announced its entry into the market, has a golden opportunity to reshape the global FMM industry. As a venture established less than a decade ago in South Korea, Vault Creation has succeed in implementing the world’s best resolution after seven years of research and showed its amazing ability to build mass production facilities in a short time.

FMM(Fine Metal Mask) is a mask used to form Red(R), Green(G), and Blue(B) subpixels in small and medium-sized OLED panels and is a key material in the OLED deposition process. The microring mirroring is uniform and cross-sectional angles, step height, and location precision are required because the deposited organic matter serves as a major component that allows precise deposition only in the TFT(Thin Film Transistor) pixel area. No defects, such as appearance deformation, imprinting, clogging, or sticking, are allowed.

Accordingly, FMM-related companies around the world, including Korea, Mainland China, Japan, and Taiwan have invested heavily in the development of high-resolution FMM using methods like wet or electroplating etching. However, up until now, no company has succeeded in achieving mass production for the market, and supplying or selling to demand sources was simply not possible. This situation has led to complete dependence on Japan for FMM.

Especially, FMM for OLED used in smartphone panel production has been produced by companies such as TOPPAN in Japan and Darwin in Taiwan. However, in practice, a Japanese company DNP(Dai Nippon Printing) has effectively monopolized the global market for OLED FMM.

Since 2015, Vault Creation has developed its own ‘Ion Beam Dry Etching Technology’ to secure global intellectual property and completed FMM development 2 years ago using a low-temperature process, and until recently, it has been confirmed that it has advanced technology for mass production.

The ion beam dry etching technology developed by Vault Creation stands out from another etching process like wet etching or electroplating. It allows etching without damaging the material and leaves no residual impurities. Moreover, using the advantages of dry etching, they claim to be able to manufacture according to the specifications of customers in terms of etching angles and shapes, as required.

CIPO(STEVE JAY) has announced the official start of sales stating, “Until now, the only company capable of providing FMM for the high-resolution market worldwide was Japan’s ‘DNP’. Over the past 7years, we have completed technological development that can diversify this exclusive market and we are fully prepared for mass production to supply 500ppi FMM to any company in need. The supply price can also be offered much more affordably than before, so we encourage all global demand companies to inquire anytime.“

A representative from the display industry said, “Currently, high-resolution FMM production can only be produced in Japan globally. As a result, many companies had problems in the research and development of displays because the supply is limited and not smooth. If the mass production volume of Vault Creation comes to the market, it is expected that much research and development will be activated in the VR and AR industries as well as the research and development of existing high-resolution displays.

Currently, Vault Creation is accepting orders through its website.

* FMM order and contact E-MAIL : fmm@vaultcreation.com

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Lifestyle, News

Sonos Move 2 Marries Premium Design, Portability & Heart-Pumping Stereo Sound

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Sonos is creating new ways to enjoy your sound yet again with an update that makes the Sonos Move even more appealing. The new Sonos Move 2 comes with meaningful updates that put its competition to shame.

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The new hallmark of the Sonos Move 2 is an update to true stereo audio. The update brings immersive music and sound for every event – be it at the beach, the pool, at the campsite or in your dining room. Yep – that’s right. You’ll be able to use the Move 2 with peace of mind at the pool or beaches with peace of mind thanks to its IP56 rating. Keep in mind that this only means that the speaker is splashproof and not meant to be taken with you when you swim. To make things less of a hassle, the Move 2 comes with wireless charging capabilities, You’ll be able to use the wireless charging pad that comes in the box with every unit and it’ll be fully charged anytime you need to go.

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In addition to these updates, the Move 2 now has 24 hours of battery; that’s double the battery life of the original Move. You’ll also be able to stream your audio over WiFi or Bluetooth. It also comes with Trueplay tuning which will continually work to optimise your sound to bring the fullest, richest sound for the environment you’re in. It can also now support concurrent connections from both WiFi and Bluetooth as well as stereo pair to another Move 2 unit. You also have the option to use the Sonos Line-in Adapter.

It’s not just about the music with this new offering. It’s also one of the most sustainable speakers from Sonos. The Move 2 has been optimised to reduce idle energy usage by more than 40%. It also incorporates recycled plastics and has a replaceable battery unit. However, with the replaceable battery, you will need to go to a Sonos service centre or a TC Acoustic Service centre in Malaysia and Singapore.

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Of course, the Move 2 comes with a design update with the minimalistic design cues we saw in the Sonos Era. This includes the same capacitive volume slider and Sonos Voice Control. You’ll also be able to use Amazon Alexa and Apple Airplay2. More controls are available through the Sonos app available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Pricing & Availability

The Sonos Move 2 will be available in Black, White and Olive colourways. It will be priced at USD$449, SGD$799 and MYR2,799.

It will be available for pre-order starting now (6 September 2023 at 9 p.m.) from TC Acoustics online store and at the Sonos Concept Store at The Starhill from 7 September 2023. In the US and other regions, it will be available from the Sonos Official website.

Accessories, Lifestyle

PRISM+ Unveils 9.9 Deals for Shopee’s Super Shopping Day

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PRISM+ will be dropping a couple of great deals this September as the Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day Sale rolls around once again! Expect attractive deals and a chance to get bonus freebies that come with some of their acclaimed gaming monitors and popular 4K Android TVs. The sale will only take place between 9 September and 11 September 2023, with limited-time flash deals of up to -75% throughout the promotional period.

Here are some of the standout deals which are slated to go live on 9 September 2023:

One of the standout flash sale offers is the 55-inch Q55-QE 4K Android TV, originally priced at RM3,599, which will go for an incredible RM1,499. The pot will be further sweetened with the inclusion of a complimentary 22-inch W220v Productivity Flat Monitor valued at RM399 with every purchase of the Q55-QE.

For those who think size matters, the 65-inch Q65-QE 4K Android TV, typically priced at RM5,399, will also be up for grabs at just RM2,289 during the flash sale. As an added bonus, buyers will receive a free PRISM+ Flow Soundbar valued at RM749 along with their purchase.

As for the gamers, the 34-inch X340 PRO 165Hz Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor, originally tagged at RM4,999, will be going for a mere RM1,369. Every purchase of the X340 PRO will also come with a complimentary Logitech G304 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse valued at RM149. For those looking for an absolute steal, the 31.5-inch X315 PRO Curved Gaming Monitor, typically priced at RM2,899, will be available at a jaw-dropping RM999 during the sale.

Make sure you don’t miss out on these great deals and the opportunity to deck out your living or gaming room by visiting the Official PRISM+ Shopee Store on the big day.

Health, Lifestyle, News

Garmin Unveils Venu 3 Series Smartwatches

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Garmin has once again upped the ante in the world of smartwatches with the announcement of the Venu 3 and Venu 3S. These new additions to the Venu series bring an array of advanced features designed to support your health and fitness goals, all wrapped in a stylish package.

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The Venu 3 series comes in two sizes: the Venu 3 with a 45mm case and the Venu 3S with a 41mm case. While they may vary in size, both models offer exceptional features to cater to your individual needs.

One standout feature of the Venu 3 series is its battery life. In smartwatch mode, the Venu 3 boasts an impressive 14 days of battery life, allowing you to wear it day and night without the hassle of nightly charging. The Venu 3S, although slightly smaller, still offers a substantial 10 days of battery life.

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Both models include Garmin’s advanced sleep-tracking features. The Sleep Coach feature provides you with a personalized sleep score and coaching recommendations based on your sleep patterns, exercise routines, and recovery data. Additionally, these smartwatches can automatically detect and track your naps, ensuring you get a comprehensive view of your sleep quality.

One of the most noteworthy additions is the Wheelchair mode, a feature tailored for users in wheelchairs. This mode tracks daily pushes and offers insights into weight shifting, providing valuable data for those with mobility challenges. Animated on-wrist workouts specifically designed for wheelchair users are also included.

The Venu 3 series is loaded with fitness insights, allowing you to better understand your body’s needs. You’ll receive a detailed overview of sleep, recovery, heart rate variability (HRV) status, and more through the morning report. These insights help you make informed decisions about your daily activities and exercise routines.

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Customizing your workouts is made easy with the ability to create custom interval workouts for running and cycling directly on the watch. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, these features cater to all levels of fitness enthusiasts.

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Garmin understands the importance of staying connected, even when you’re on the move. The Venu 3 series comes equipped with a built-in speaker and microphone, allowing you to make and take calls directly from your wrist when paired with a compatible smartphone. You can also respond to text messages using your smartphone’s voice assistant.

Pricing & Availability

The Venu 3 and Venu 3S offer a variety of colours and straps. The Venu 3 comes in whitestone/silver and black/slate with an etched bezel, while the Venu 3S offers a range of colourways, including pebble gray/slate, sage gray/silver, French gray/ soft gold, dust rose/soft gold, and ivory/soft gold.

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Both models are priced at USD$449.99 and MYR2,220. The will be available on Shopee, Lazada, the AECO e-store, Garmin Brand Stores and all authorised retailers.

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Apple Vision Pro Will Seamlessly Integrate iPhone & iPad Apps

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Apple‘s upcoming mixed-reality headset, the Apple Vision Pro. The upcoming headset is set to blur the lines between the virtual and real worlds, and Apple is taking steps to ensure that users have a multitude of apps at their fingertips from day one.

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The Vision Pro is set to launch with its own OS dubbed visionOS and it’s set to face an uphill climb when it comes to apps. It looks like Apple is looking to tackle this challenge head-on. The company has announced that iPhone and iPad apps will seamlessly integrate into the visionOS App Store. This means that users will have access to their favourite apps and games, creating a more connected, productive, and entertaining experience.

Developers, in particular, will appreciate Apple’s approach. The company is streamlining the process by ensuring that most iPad and iPhone apps can run on visionOS without any modifications. This decision eliminates the need for developers to rework their existing apps for the new platform.

According to Apple, “By default, your iPad and/or iPhone apps will be published automatically on the App Store on Apple Vision Pro. Most frameworks available in iPadOS and iOS are also included in visionOS, which means nearly all iPad and iPhone apps can run on visionOS, unmodified.”

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While the automatic integration of existing apps is a significant advantage, Apple is also empowering developers to take things further. The visionOS Software Development Toolkit (SDK) provides developers with the tools they need to optimize their apps for the Vision Pro headset. This includes adding elements such as 3D content designed for eye and hand input, creating a more natural and immersive user experience.

The company plans to release a developer beta version of visionOS in the fall. This beta will include the App Store, ensuring that developers can test their apps on the platform well in advance of its official launch.

Users can expect to explore their favourite iPad and iPhone apps side by side with new visionOS apps on the expansive canvas of the Apple Vision Pro. The headset is slated for release early next year, making it a highly anticipated addition to Apple’s product lineup.

Apple’s decision to seamlessly integrate iPhone and iPad apps into the Apple Vision Pro ecosystem is a strategic move that potentially simplifies the user experience and streamlines development. It’s a step towards ensuring that the new platform has a rich library of apps from the get-go which ultimately benefits users and developers alike. As we await the Vision Pro’s official launch, it’s clear that Apple is committed to ensuring that it leaves a mark while trying to redefine the mixed reality experience.