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The Apple Watch Series 9 & Apple Watch Ultra 2 Unleashed with 100% Carbon Neutrality

September 13, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

Apple is pushing the boundaries with their new lineup of Apple Watches with the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2. The latest additions bring along with them several new features including a new processor – the S9 SiP, enhanced Siri capabilities, Precision Finding for iPhone with UWB and a brand new double tap gesture.

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At the heart of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 lies the custom Apple silicon in the S9 SiP, representing Apple’s most advanced watch chip to date. This chip not only boosts overall performance but introduces novel features like the double tap gesture and on-device Siri with secure health data access. The Series 9 also incorporates a 4-core Neural Engine, capable of processing machine learning tasks twice as fast as its predecessor while maintaining an 18-hour battery life.

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Navigating the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 has become even more intuitive with the introduction of the double tap gesture. By tapping the index finger and thumb of their watch hand together twice, users can perform a range of actions with ease. This includes stopping timers, controlling music playback, answering phone calls, and even capturing photos using the Camera Remote. The gesture, enabled by the faster Neural Engine, will be available in a forthcoming software update.

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Apple has pushed the display capabilities further, increasing the maximum brightness of the Series 9 to 2000nits, double that of its predecessor. The Ultra 2, on the other hand, has a higher 3000 nits brightness. This should mean that the two watch models should be legible even in bright sunlight, and the display can dim to just one nit in low-light environments.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 introduces the Modular Ultra watch face that takes full advantage of the larger display. It provides real-time data, including seconds, altitude, or depth, and offers an unprecedented level of customization for outdoor activities, sports, and water adventures.

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Siri can now process requests directly on the device, eliminating the need for internet connectivity for certain tasks. This not only results in faster and more reliable responses but also maintains privacy. Siri can also access and log health data from the Health app, offering users more control over their health and fitness inquiries.

Both the Series 9 and Ultra 2 come with a second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip that enables Precision Finding for the iPhone 15 family which comes with the same chip. Your Apple Watch can literally guide you to your iPhone 15 with its visual, haptic and audio guidance.

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The Ultra 2 continues to be the more rugged Apple Watch. Complete with an app ecosystem to support it, the Ultra 2 will be able to handle high altitudes and deep waters.

100% Carbon Neutral – If you choose correctly

Of course, as Apple progresses towards its 2030 environmental goal, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 now come with carbon-neutral options for straps. In fact, with these two models, the right pairing of the Watch and strap will mean that your Apple Watch is 100% Carbon Neutral.

This is thanks to a 78% reduction in emissions when it comes to transport and production as well as a sleeker, more compact box that allows for more Apple Watches to be transported. Apple has also empowered its partners to work towards being carbon neutral. As such, certain bands, like the new sports band are made completely of Carbon neutral and eco-friendly materials.

Apple Watch SE

Also along for the ride is the new Apple Watch SE which continues to offer core Apple Watch features at an affordable price. This year, the Apple Watch SE is being updated with support for low heart rate notifications, Fall Detection, Emergency SOS, Crash Detection, and watchOS 10.

Pricing and Availability

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch SE are available on the official website and Apple Store app. The Series 9 starts at USD$399 or MYR1,899, and the SE begins at USD$249 or RM1,199.

The Apple Watch will be priced at USD$799 RM3,799. It is available in a sleek 49mm size and becomes carbon neutral when paired with the new Trail Loop or Alpine Loop bands. These bands are available in various colours, offering both style and sustainability.

iOS, Lifestyle, Mobile, News

The Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series are Here! USB Type-C Finally!

September 13, 2023 Darwin Sucipto Leave a comment

Believe it or not, Apple’s Lightning connection has been with us since the Apple iPhone 5 was introduced in 2012. The Lightning cable and port had not changed in shape and look until last year’s iPhone 14 series. While it was understandable for Apple to work with the Lightning standard in 2012, where Micro-USB was still the mainstream standard, USB Type-C has brought an evolution to mobile connectivity and has done more for laptops and smartphones than even USB 3.0 standard. To be fair, we only saw one smartphone sporting the USB 3.0 port, the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, to not very much success. In that sense, there are no good reasons for Apple to keep the Lightning connection with their top-of-the-line smartphone since Apple themselves have updated their iPad Pro and iPad Air series with USB Type-C ports. They must at least see some value on USB type-C in that case.

The European Union (EU) forced Apple’s hands last year before their launch of the iPhone 14 series. Apple had to start developing their iPhones with USB Type-C port instead of their traditional and rather iconic lightning port. That is the first big difference between the previous iPhone and the upcoming iPhone 15 series. That is not what they highlighted in their launch gambit though.

Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus

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There is not much of a surprise with Apple’s latest regular iPhone 15 series. Most of the features are trickled down from Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro devices of last year. The Apple Silicon A16 Bionic, for example, is the same chip you find on the previous iPhone 14 Pro. The “island bar” as well, is a feature introduced in the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, now accessible for the more accessible Apple iPhone 15.

In a lot of ways, we see this Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus as sort of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro series with USB type-C port. They share the same size as the previous iPhone 14 series as well at 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch respectively. They pack more pixels than before though since they are technically the iPhone 14 series devices at Super Retina XDR resolution. The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus now also gets the updated 48-Megapixel main camera alongside a 24-Megapixel 2x Telephoto lens. No third lens here, as expected from a regular iPhone.

Other than the USB type-C connection, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus sports slightly differing visuals from before in terms of colours too. There is the usual black option, as expected. There are now Blue, Green, Yellow, and even Pink to consider for the iPhone 15 series. Of course, there will be a RED edition later.

Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

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The pinnacle of the iPhone has to be their Pro series models. The new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max takes everything the iPhone 14 Pro series had and turned them up to 11. This is the most advanced Apple iPhone ever. You might want to take a pinch of salt though when it comes to expecting big changes.

Apple A17 Pro – Advanced Does Not Begin to Describe it

The biggest change, other than the USB type-C port now found at the bottom of the device is its integrated chip. It is now called the Apple A17 Pro, no more ‘Bionic’ in their namesake. It is also the first 3nm chip that is commercially available on a smartphone device featuring 19 billion transistors in a single chip. There are two performance cores and four efficiency cores that power the iOS 17 device. They have also made the neural engine bigger at 16-cores just for on-device AI implementations that includes predictive texts, certain Siri functions, and more. They have update the GPU as well with new hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing cores with MetalFX support for the best-in-class graphics processing available on a smartphone. They even announced that Assassin’s Creed Mirage, a game made for the current generation gaming consoles, will be available on the iPhone when they are available. PlayStation Studios are also adapting Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4 into the iPhone which will be available later in the year. On top of all of that, the A17 Pro features a new ProRes codec for ProRes file processing and editing, Pro Display Engine for even better display experience on either the 6.1-inch or 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, and AV1 decoder. The A17 Pro even features a USB 3 controller that allows the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max to take full advantage of USB type-C.

Bigger, Better, More Lenses than You Need

While you cannot see the upgrade, Apple claims that the main camera features a larger sensor than before. It is still a 48-Megapixel sensor though underneath what they claim to be multiple lenses on the main camera. They claim that you can choose between 24mm, 28mm, and 35mm lenses for different feel and look for your photos. You can even set whichever focal lengths as your default length just so that it will get back to your preferred focal length when you launch the camera app. Instead of a 3x telephoto lens, the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max now offers a 5x 24-Megapixel telephoto camera at 120mm focal length, the longest focal length featured on an iPhone ever. They also improved their 12-Megapixel ultra-wide camera at 13mm to also allow users to capture macro photos. In terms of software, the new iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max cameras offer a new Smart HDR engine that allows for a more true-to-life photo to be captured with brighter highlights, rich midtones, and deep shadows. Thanks to LiDAR technology and the A17 Pro’s neural engine, low-light photos have never looked better on the iPhone.

It is not just photography that gets some needed boost though. You can now capture proper ProRes videos and connect the iPhone to an external recording device or medium via USB type-C. They also now allow you to capture videos with log encoding for even more flexibility in colour grading or correction. Most of all, you can now capture videos at 4K 60p for brilliant slow-motion videos in post editing. If you have an Apple Vision Pro or have ordered one, you will be delighted that the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max can capture something they call a Spatial video that you can use only specifically with Apple Vision Pro. We assume it is sort of an AR type 3D video that is captured by both the main camera and ultra-wide camera to be stitched into a single 3D video for that nifty augmented reality experience.

Titanium – Same As the Mars Rover

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One of the more interesting parts of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max is the way it is built though. While featuring the same sort of look as the iPhone 14 Pro, it is made from a different material that also offers slightly different colour options and look. The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max is now made of Titanium, a lightweight alloy with higher tensile strength than any metal material at its weight. That means that the new iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max are the lightest iPhone Pro models ever to grace our hands. While it is still an alloy product, the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max still comes with MagSafe and Wi2 wireless charging support. They now come in a choice of black titanium, white titanium, blue titanium, and natural titanium colour options.

Prices and Availability

Apple’s iPhone 15 series and iPhone 15 Pro series will be available for pre-orders from the 22^nd of September 2023 onward and will ship out just a week after that on the 29^th of September 2023 onward. The iPhone 15 will set you back from MRY 4,399 onward while the iPhone 15 Plus will set you back at least MYR 4,899. If you are opting for the more premium iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, they start at MYR 5,499 and MYR 6,499 respectively. For more information on the new Apple iPhone 15 series and iPhone 15 Pro series, you can head out to their website.

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YouTube Is Going to Have Fewer Ad Breaks on TVs But They’ll Be Longer

September 13, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

For avid YouTube users, the platform’s abundance of ads during video playback, especially on smart TVs, can sometimes be more than a minor annoyance. YouTube appears to be listening to its viewers and is testing a new approach to ad delivery that could provide a more seamless watching experience, albeit with longer ad breaks.

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Less Frequent, Longer Ads

YouTube is recognizing that how we watch content is evolving. With more viewers enjoying longer videos on their smart TVs, the current frequency of ad interruptions might not align with the viewing experience. In response, YouTube is experimenting with reducing the number of ads shown but extending their duration.

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For many viewers of long-form content on TV screens, having ads scattered throughout a video can be disruptive. Google’s research reveals that 79% of viewers prefer ads that are grouped together rather than spread out in smaller interruptions. To cater to this preference, YouTube is exploring options to provide fewer but longer ad breaks, creating a more seamless viewing experience on larger screens.

Improved Transparency

In addition to fewer, longer ad breaks, YouTube is considering enhancing the transparency of its ad experience. This may include providing viewers with better information about the duration of ad breaks, allowing users to prepare for more extended interruptions.

While these changes are currently experimental, YouTube tends to introduce them if they prove successful and enhance the viewer experience. So, if you’re a regular YouTube viewer on a smart TV, you can look forward to a potentially improved ad experience in the near future. However, if longer ad breaks are not your preference, YouTube Premium remains an ad-free alternative worth considering.

YouTube’s efforts to strike a balance between ads and content are in response to evolving viewer habits. As the platform continues to lead in streaming watch time on connected TVs, it aims to provide an experience that aligns better with the expectations of its audience.

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Touch n’ Go Group Introduces ParkInsure

September 12, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

Touch ‘n Go Group is bringing a new dimension to its services with ParkInsure, a first-of-its-kind Personal Accident insurance/takaful tailored for people who use their Touch ‘n Go card at parking facilities.

The new service, priced at just RM5 per month, offers a value-added layer of personal insurance/takaful coverage for users ensuring they have some peace of mind even if things go awry when parked in carparks. Users can seamlessly subscribe to ParkInsure via GOprotect, Touch ‘n Go eWallet’s digital insurance/takaful hub, with the choice of takaful from Zurich General Takaful Malaysia Berhad or conventional insurance from Allianz Malaysia Berhad.

The benefits include reimbursement for permanent disablement or accidental death up to RM70,000, snatch theft inconvenience coverage up to RM1,500, and reimbursement for forcible car break-ins up to RM1,500. Users will also receive a key reimbursement fee of up to RM200 in case of lost or damaged car keys during the coverage period. Additional features include transport reimbursement fees, inconvenience benefits, and more. With over 1,350 Touch ‘n Go payment-enabled parking sites nationwide, ParkInsure offers a tailored and affordable solution to eWallet users. It also offers a layer of protection on top of car insurance policies which users no doubt already have.

Subscribing to ParkInsure is quick, taking less than 3 minutes through GOprotect, with a hassle-free claims process available through the insurers’ 24/7 claim hotline. Users can easily manage their policies and certificates via the “My Policies” tab on their eWallet app. ParkInsure provides a unique and budget-friendly way to ensure coverage against potential incidents within car park compounds, adding an extra layer of security to Touch ‘n Go card users.

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Acer’s Swift Edge 16 Launches in Malaysia at MYR 3,999 Onward

September 12, 2023 Darwin Sucipto Leave a comment

When someone tells us that they need a laptop that can do everything, we tend to recommend the modern-day gaming laptop. There is a good reason for that. Modern gaming laptops are not the most budget-friendly laptops to get when all you want to do is browse the web or entertain yourself with YouTube, Netflix, or even Amazon Prime Videos. But they are very good at doing everything beyond that too. You can easily play games casually with gaming laptops, they are powerful enough to quickly edit videos when you want to, and they are even perfect for running multiple screens at the same time so that your TV can easily become a multimedia hub for your home.

That does not mean that any other laptops are pretty much useless. Thin-and-light laptops have come a long way. More precisely, processor technology has advanced to a point where even a thin-and-light laptop can easily drive multiple screens and make rather good multimedia hubs on their own anyway. They are even powerful enough to become remote workstations for light video workflow even if you need them to be.

Take the new Acer Swift Edge 16 for example. It is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen 7 7735U (up to) CPU. That CPU also includes an AMD Radeon 680M graphics baked into the CPU itself making the Swift Edge 16 an entry-level gaming machine more capable than most thin-and-light laptops in the market. Pair those with an impressive 16-inch OLED 120Hz display with 0.2 ms response time comes with more pixels than most entry-level gaming monitors, you have a winner of a package in the Swift Edge 16.

The point of the new Acer Swift Edge 16 though is not its gaming prowess. It can be a casual entry-level gaming machine when the mood takes you, but it is more its productivity capabilities that might really help. Since it is a powerful enough machine with up to 16GB of on-board LPDDR5 RAM, working with editing suites like Adobe Photoshop or even Illustrator is a breeze. With the high-resolution WQUXGA OLED 120Hz display with up to 400 nits of brightness as well, your images can be edited in rather accurate, vivid colours and with maximum details. The DCI-P3 100% colour gamut supported display with VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification should also allow you to enjoy pretty much all sorts of contents from Netflix and YouTube in 4K resolution. Even if you are one of those that prefers to download movies and contents rather than streaming them, you will appreciate the 1TB (up to) SSD storage as well.

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The 4K display is not just good for entertainment though. The expansive 16-inch display allows you to work with multiple documents without having to squint at every word. The Full HD webcam that supports up to 60fps in video capture and Temporal Noise reduction mic should also deliver a video calling experience like no other. You also get to enjoy all of these for up to 9 hours on a single charge, more than a full workdays’ worth of battery life. When you are on your desk with multiple monitors, you can either connect your Swift Edge 16 to the display via the regular HDMI 2.1 port or via USB Type-C port.

The best part about all of these is that the thin-and-light laptop only weighs 1.17kg and is just below 13mm thin. Thanks to the advanced TwinAir colling technology exclusively developed by Acer, the thin-and-light laptop should keep up with its thermal demands despite the powerful CPU. It looks unique and elegant too in its Flax White guise.

Price and Availability

The Acer Swift Edge 16 is now available from Acer’s authorized retails and concept stores across the nation in Flax White. It will set you back MYR 3,999 onward. In conjunction with Acer Day 2023, the first 30 buyers of the Acer Swift Edge 16 before the 30^th of September 2023 will be entitled to gifts worth up to MYR 948 which includes a Porsche Design wireless mouse, an Austin backpack, and Touch n’ Go eWallet credit. Customers also stand a chance to win the Acer Day Monthly giveaways with a prize pool of MYR 100,000. You can head over to their redemption site to participate. For more information on the Acer Swift Edge 16, you can also head over to their website.

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Be Part of Malaysia’s Largest Crowdsourced Malaysia Day Ad with CelcomDigi!

September 12, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

CelcomDigi is extending a heartfelt invitation to every Malaysian to participate in crafting a remarkable artwork for Hari Malaysia. This collaborative effort will take centre stage in the country’s grandest crowdsourced Malaysia Day advertisement.

Embracing the spirit of unity and echoing this year’s theme, “Malaysia Madani: Tekad Perpaduan, Penuhi Harapan” (Civilized Malaysia: A Pledge for Unity, Fulfilling Hopes), CelcomDigi aspires to unite Malaysians through an extraordinary piece of art. This artwork will vividly portray our nation’s rich tapestry of cultures, celebrating the diversity that defines us.

Malaysia holds unique significance for each of its citizens, and this initiative provides an ideal platform for Malaysians to express their love for their country and their pride in being Malaysian.

How Can You Contribute to #CelcomDigiHariMalaysia?

Step 1: Let your creativity flow and capture a photograph that encapsulates the Malaysia you hold dear.

Step 2: Share your photo on your Instagram feed with the hashtag #CelcomDigiHariMalaysia.

Step 3: Ensure that your profile is set to public so that your contribution can shine.

Photo submissions are being accepted from now until September 12, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. Don’t hold back; you can submit as many photos as your heart desires. This is your golden opportunity to see your photos displayed on September 16, 2023, on over 60 digital out-of-home billboards, including Celcom Bluecube and Digi Stores throughout the nation!

Join CelcomDigi and fellow Malaysians in crafting a visual masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of our beloved nation. Let your photographs become part of Malaysia’s story this Hari Malaysia.

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You Can Soon Text People Not on WhatsApp Via WhatsApp in the Future

September 11, 2023 Darwin Sucipto Leave a comment

The digital age of smartphones and apps gave birth to plenty of alternatives for communication methods. We are not really talking about the evolution of 3G to 4G to the current 5G, or whatever that it will evolve into the future. We are talking about going back to messenger apps that sort of lost their appeal when mobile phones became a thing in the Windows XP era. Thanks to the large uptake of an app ecosystem like Apple’s App Store, WhatsApp became a big phenomenon, even bigger than the BlackBerry Messenger. Even with BlackBerry bringing their Messenger app, the rise of apps like Signal, and even Telegram, WhatsApp remains the most popular alternative messenger app you use on your smartphone. There is a good reason for that.

WhatApp, while starting out as a rather simple messenger app for the masses and bridging the gap between Apple iOS and Google Android users, has progressed to become something beyond a simple messenger. The look has not changed all that much to be fair, but the number of features that is packed into the app makes it one of the most complete messenger apps you have out there. One of biggest or most significant updates, at least in our opinions, is the introduction of Communities into the platform. They are not stopping there though.

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According to the most reliable WhatsApp leak sources, WA Beta Info, WhatsApp is now working on bringing third-party messaging into the platform. This will be in accordance with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) regulations that obligate tech companies to offer a more global communication tool that allows users from different platforms to communicate with each other. That also means that you might be able to start texting your friend on Telegram or WeChat without having to download those apps or have any account on the apps and vice versa.

While it has appeared as a Beta feature on WhatsApp Beta version 2.23.19.8 for Android, it does not mean that we will see the feature coming as a fully developed feature anytime soon. There are plenty of things to work on when it comes to third-party app messaging abilities. For one, end-to-end encryption between different apps works rather differently from one another. While a previous interview tells us that the encryption protocol between Signal and WhatsApp is rather similar, there are no guarantees that both apps can communicate with each other without hiccups. There is also a problem of the different programming languages and architecture on the platforms for seamless transition and communication between each of the programs. You also want to keep in mind that not all the features that come out in the Beta version of WhatsApp will be released as a full feature for WhatsApp in the future.

This Beta feature is a little different though. It is developed in compliance with a sanctioned regulation. That also means that we will most likely see the feature being baked into WhatsApp and other messenger apps like Telegram and even Signal. It is just a matter of time.

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PayPal Cards Now Compatible with Apple Pay

September 8, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

PayPal debit and credit cardholders can now integrate their cards into the Apple Wallet app, making them accessible for use with Apple Pay. The process is straightforward and can be accomplished in two ways.

Firstly, you can open the iOS PayPal app and find the conspicuous “Pay with your iPhone” banner on the homepage. By tapping this banner, you will be redirected to the Apple Wallet app, where you can conveniently add your PayPal debit or credit cards.

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Alternatively, you can add your PayPal cards to your Apple Wallet by opening the app and selecting the plus icon in the display’s upper right corner. Follow the step-by-step instructions to integrate either your PayPal credit card, PayPal debit card, or both into your Wallet app. Once added, you can choose which PayPal card to use for transactions when using Apple Pay.

It’s important to note that Apple retains a small fee of 0.15% of the transaction value, equating to 15 cents for every $100 spent using Apple Pay.

Interestingly, Venmo, a subsidiary of PayPal, is also expected to introduce Apple Pay support for its Venmo credit and debit cards, although this feature has yet to be implemented.

This development coincides with Apple’s recent promotion of its Apple Pay service by releasing several promotional videos. According to analysts, Apple Pay could generate up to $4 billion in revenue this year, solidifying its position as the fifth most widely used payment method globally, trailing only behind PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

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Toshiba Unveils Toshiba Z870M &More: Elevating Your Entertainment Experience

September 8, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

Toshiba has just launched its latest lineup of TVs in Malaysia. These include three flagship models: the Toshiba Z870M, Z670M, and M550M. What makes these TVs stand out are their extraordinary features, and there’s an exciting free gift offer for Malaysian consumers.

Toshiba Z870M Pushing The Boundaries for Visual & Audio Experiences

The Z870M is a TV designed with immersion and content enjoyment in mind. The Mini LED technology deployed in the Z870M features Quantum Dot Colour technology that allows for true-to-life colour reproduction. The TV also supports multiple HDR formats including Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10+ and HLG. These technologies allow the screen to retain detail even in the darkest scenes.

It also features a native refresh rate of 144Hz and is equipped with AMD FreeSync technology, ensuring smooth gaming even at high frame rates. The REGZA Engine ZRi optimizes audio-visuals based on content and surroundings.

For audio enthusiasts, the TV includes REGZA Bass Woofer PRO with Tru Bass Booster and supports Dolby Atmos, providing an immersive audio experience. Additionally, it offers Smart Sharing, allowing content streaming from Apple devices via Apple HomeKit technology.

Toshiba Z670M: Immersive Gaming and Visual Excellence

The Z670M takes gaming and visuals to the next level. It boasts Full Array Local Dimming Pro for stunning contrast ratios and Quantum Dot Technology for vibrant colours. Dolby Vision Atmos enhances the audio-visual experience.

Front-firing speakers and the REGZA Bass System make sure that the sound quality matches the visuals. Game Mode Pro optimizes colour correction for a smoother gaming experience.

Toshiba M550M: Elevating Visual and Audio Quality

The M550M focuses on delivering exceptional visual clarity. It features the REGZA Engine ZR with AI Upscaling for a lifelike viewing experience. Quantum Dot Technology ensures natural and vivid colours.

Sound quality is equally impressive with REGZA Power Audio PRO and Tru Bass Booster. This TV intelligently upscales content to 4K quality, providing the true beauty of any content.

All three models come with Smart TV functions, including Google TV and Apple AirPlay. Google TV simplifies entertainment by recommending content based on user preferences, while Apple AirPlay enables effortless content streaming from Apple devices.

Pricing and Availability

During the promotional period from September 1st to September 30th, 2023, you can take advantage of special offers:

Toshiba Z870M (65-inch) – RM 7,499 (Original Price RM 9,399)
Toshiba Z870M (55-inch) – RM 6,099 (Original Price RM 7,699)
Toshiba Z670M (65-inch) – RM 4,999 (Original Price RM 6,299)
Toshiba Z670M (55-inch) – RM 3,999 (Original Price RM 4,999)

The Toshiba M550M model is set to launch in October 2023.

But the excitement doesn’t end there. When you purchase the 65-inch Z870M, you’ll receive a free Asus ROG Ally worth RM 3,299. For the 55-inch Z870M, you’ll get a Logitech Z906 surround speaker, and for the Z670M (both 65-inch and 55-inch), you’ll receive Bose TV speakers as free gifts.

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Xiaomi Unveils New TVs in Malaysia

September 7, 2023 Nur Jeevan Leave a comment

A highlight of this event is the unveiling of the brand new Xiaomi TV A Series and Xiaomi TV A Pro Series, now available in all Xiaomi Authorized Stores in Malaysia and online at official Xiaomi stores on Lazada, with prices starting at just RM 1,199.

The new TVs are the latest additions to Xiaomi’s ecosystem and are poised to serve as smart home control hubs for AIoT connectivity, offering an exceptional entertainment experience.

Xiaomi TV A Series

The Xiaomi TV A series features a premium metal bezel-less design allowing the TVs to blend into any room seamlessly. The series has models supporting resolutions as high as 4K UHD and a 60Hz refresh rate. The high resolution of the TV A series is complemented by support for up to 20W Dolby Audio, DTS-HD, and DTS Virtual: X, delivering true-to-life, immersive sound. The series supports connectivity through Bluetooth 5.0 and dual-band WiFi. The series also features HDMI and USB inputs. The higher-specced versions feature eARC technology.

Xiaomi’s TV A series continues to run on Google TV. The OS allows users to seamlessly connect using their smartphones as remote controls through Google Home and access a myriad of TV-optimised apps from the Google Play Store. You’ll even be able to project your phone or laptop screens wirelessly via the built-in Chromecast functionality.

The A Series will be available in multiple sizes, including 43-inch and 55-inch, with a 32-inch variant expected to arrive soon.

Xiaomi TV A Pro Series

The Xiaomi TV A Pro Series ups the ante with a sleeker, single-stand design with a premium metallic frame and bezel-less aesthetics, perfectly complementing modern home decor. The TVs in the series feature 4K UHD displays with a 60Hz refresh rate complemented by 24W (2 x 12) speakers. The sound experience on TVs is perfected with features such as Dolby Audio, DTS-X, and DTS Virtual: X.

Like the A series, the A Pro series comes with Google TV as the operating system. The Xiaomi TV A Pro Series comes in multiple sizes, including 43-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch models.

Showcasing Home Living Innovations at Sunway Pyramid

Xiaomi’s smart ecosystem empowers consumers to enhance their quality of life through innovative technology. These products offer seamless connectivity and control via smartphones or tablets, making smart living not only accessible but also affordable.

Running from September 7 to 10, the Smart Living Showcase invites visitors to explore a wide range of smart AIoT products across various categories. These include TWS and wearable, Kitchen Appliances, Personal Care, Smart Cameras and security, Smart Cleaning, and environmental appliances. Among the showcased products are the new Xiaomi Pad 6, Xiaomi vacuums, air purifiers, security cameras, wearables, and more.

Xiaomi will be showcasing these innovations at the LG2 Blue Concourse, Sunway Pyramid, Petaling Jaya. During this event, Xiaomi will simulate real-life living environments to showcase how their state-of-the-art AIoT products integrate seamlessly into daily life, ultimately enhancing the way we live.

Pricing and Availability:

The Xiaomi TV A Pro Series starts at RM 1,399 and is available in three sizes: 43-, 55-, and 65-inches.

The Xiaomi TV A Series starts at RM 1,199 and is available in two sizes at launch: 43- and 55-inches. The 32-inch version will be available soon.

Detailed pricing is as below:

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Xiaomi TV A Pro 65	RM 2,699	RM 2,499
Xiaomi TV A Pro 55	RM 2,199	RM 1,999
Xiaomi TV A Pro 43	RM 1,399	RM 1,199
Xiaomi TV A 55	RM 1,999	RM 1,499
Xiaomi TV A 43 FHD	RM 1,199	RM 899

For a limited time, users can enjoy exclusive deals on Xiaomi TV A Pro Series and Xiaomi TV A Series. On September 9, buyers can benefit from special Open Sale savings at Authorized Xiaomi stores in Malaysia or Xiaomi TV A Series at the official Xiaomi Store on Lazada.

Additionally, the first 100 customers to purchase any Xiaomi TV A Pro Series at the Xiaomi Smart Living Showcase in Sunway Pyramid will receive a Free Gift and have the chance to enter a Lucky Draw event with exclusive prizes worth RM 11,997 up for grabs.

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