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vivo V40 Lite 5G Debuts in Malaysia with 4-Year Promise for Smooth Performance

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The vivo V40 Lite 5G is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers a blend of style, performance, and durability. With its sleek design, powerful features, and long-lasting battery, the V40 Lite 5G is an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable and feature-packed device.

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The V40 Lite 5G boasts a sleek and stylish design, available in Titanium Silver, Dynamic Black, and Dreamy Violet. The design is also a marked departure from the design language of the V40 series. The camera module is now a sleek bar with three squircles which house the camera’s three modules and vivo’s signature Aura light. The phone’s 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display offers vibrant colours and a comfortable viewing experience. The device is also durable, with IP64 Dust and Water Resistance and a sturdy build.

The new affordable smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor promising the best performance and multitasking in the price range. Together with this, the V40 Lite comes with at least 8GB RAM. This is supplemented by up to 16GB of virtualised RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The storage is expandable with a microSD card and should ensure you have plenty of space for your apps and files.

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The V40 Lite 5G’s camera system brings the signature vivo photography to a more affordable price point. Notably absent on the V40 Lite is the ZEISS co-branding. However, it doesn’t stop vivo from supping up the smartphone’s camera setup. The smartphone comes with a 50MP Main Camera, 8MP 120° Ultra Wide-Angle Camera, and 32MP Portrait Camera. The setup provides versatility for various shooting scenarios. The AI Aura Light enhances your portraits with natural and even illumination.

The V40 Lite 5G’s 5000mAh battery provides ample power for extended usage. vivo is touting this as the smartphone’s main selling point with extended usage and support for 80W FlashCharge, you can quickly top up your battery when needed. However, the vivo V40 Lite stands out as one of the only smartphones in its price range to come with a 4-year guarantee for smoothness and responsiveness. vivo is guaranteeing the battery life and smoothness of the software experience on the smartphone. That said, the guarantee doesn’t indicate how many updates and security patches it will be receiving.

Pricing and Availability

The vivo V40 Lite 5G is priced at RM1,299 for the version with 256GB of storage and RM1,599 for the version with 512GB of storage. It will be available in Diamond Titanium, Dreamy Violet and Dynamic Black.

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Pre-orders for the vivo V40 lite start on 25th October through various online and offline channels. All pre-orders will come with up to RM955 worth of freebies which include 4 years of vivo Care – Battery Warranty, 4 years of vivo Care – Free Screen Protector and Protective Cover, 1 year of extended warranty and screen protection and a vivo selection earbuds and powerbank.

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Bowers & Wilkins Unveils New True Wireless Earbuds Line Up with the Pi6 & Pi8

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Bowers & Wilkins is expanding its earbuds lineup with two new entries. The new True Wireless earbuds – the Pi6 and Pi8 – are designed by the same team behind the category-leading Px7 S2e and Px8 headphones and represent a new leap forward from the previous Pi7 S2.

Bowers & Wilkins Pi6: Taking a Swing with Affordable, Premium Sound and Superlative Comfort

The Pi6 is the more affordable option of the two, designed to deliver excellent sound, features, and performance at a competitive price point. The company touts that the buds will be on par with the previous Pi7 S2.

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The new wireless earbuds come with an unnamed advanced Qualcomm Chipset for improved wireless stability and reliable connectivity. The same chipset enables Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity with Multipoint for connecting to two devices simultaneously. It also allows the Pi6 to stream high-quality audio at 24-bit and 96KHz with aptX Adaptive Wireless Transmission.

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The Pi6 isn’t just about chipset and transmission technologies either, it also leverages 12mm Bio-cellulose Drive Units that allow for crisper high frequencies and fuller sound. The drive units also allow for brighter sounds and better audio clarity. The earbuds come with up to 8 hours of usage on a single charge with ANC on. You’ll be able to top this up twice with the case. The buds can get 2 hours of playback on 15 minutes of charge thanks to fast charge support and it’s even got IP54 water and dust resistance.

Bowers & Wilkins Pi8: The New Flagship B&W Sound

Together with the Pi6, Bowers & Wilkins are reimagining its flagship sound when it comes to wireless earbuds with the Pi8. The new flagship one-up the Pi6 will be taking the spotlight from the Pi7 S2 with updated performance and features compared to the Pi6.

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The Pi8 is gunning for higher quality and fuller sound with 12mm Carbon Cone Drive Units. These units allow the earbuds to reproduce sound with exceptional accuracy and depth. The earbuds support aptX Adaptive and aptX Lossless Support over Bluetooth 5.4.

In addition to this, they come with a dedicated DSP, DAC, and Amplification that allow for high-resolution audio with support for up to 32-bit audio. You’ll also be able to personalise your sound with a User-Adjustable 5-Band EQ that will be accessible from the Bower & Wilkins app.

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The Pi8 comes with a smart charging case that supports wireless charging. However, the high-quality sound does take a little bit of a toll on the battery life. The Pi8 has up to 6.5 hours of playback time on a single charge with ANC on. You’ll be able to get another 13.5 hours with the casing.

Improved Design and User Experience

Both Pi6 and Pi8 benefit from a comprehensive design overhaul, focusing on comfort, usability, and aesthetics. The new design is created ergonomically for a wider range of ear shapes and sizes. However, it also maintains its stemless design that is now iconic of B&W.

The wider earbuds also come with improved touch controls that provide more responsive and reliable interactions. They also come with IR Proximity sensors that allow for more accurate wear detection. The earbuds also have enhanced antenna placement to prevent accidental blockages and disconnects.

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Both models also prioritize call quality with strategically placed microphones for clear voice calls. Additionally, they boast advanced noise cancellation technology. The Pi6 utilizes the same noise-rejection platform as the Pi7 S2, offering effective noise cancellation. However, the Pi8 adopts the noise cancellation technology found in the flagship Px8 headphones for industry-leading performance.

The new Pi6 and Pi8 are also Google Fast Pair and Made for iPhone certified for platform agnosticism and better compatibility across both Android and Apple devices.

Pricing & Availability

The Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 and Pi8 will be available in Malaysia from October onwards.

The Pi6 will be available in Storm Grey, Cloud Grey, Forest Green, and Glacier Blue. It will be priced at RM1,399. Internationally, it’s priced at USD$249.

The Pi8 will be available in Anthracite Black, Dove White, and Midnight Blue. The Jade Green colourway will be available at a later date. It will be priced at RM2,399. Internationally, it is priced at USD$399.

Both models will be available for purchase through the TC Acoustic web store and the physical TC store – Sonos Concept Store by TC Acoustic – in Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.

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Qualcomm Sues Transsion Holdings, Parent Company of Tecno and Infinix, Faces Over Patent Infringement

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Tech enthusiasts and budget-conscious smartphone users might be familiar with brands like Tecno, Infinix, and iTel. These popular names belong to Transsion Holdings, a major smartphone manufacturer based in China. However, Transsion is currently facing a legal challenge from a tech giant – Qualcomm – over alleged patent infringement.

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According to reports, Qualcomm has filed lawsuits against Transsion Holdings in India, China, and Europe. The lawsuit claims that Transsion’s smartphones utilize patented technologies developed by Qualcomm without acquiring the necessary licenses. While the specific patents in question haven’t been publicly disclosed, the lawsuit likely centres on essential mobile phone technologies protected by Qualcomm’s vast patent portfolio.

Qualcomm is a leading designer of semiconductors, particularly the Snapdragon processors that power countless smartphones. The company also holds a significant number of patents related to cellular communication and other mobile technologies. Traditionally, Qualcomm has generated revenue not only by selling its chips but also by licensing these patents to other phone makers.

The twist in this legal battle is that Transsion smartphones primarily use processors from MediaTek and Unisoc, Qualcomm’s competitors in the chip market. This raises the question: how exactly could Transsion be infringing upon Qualcomm’s patents if they aren’t using Qualcomm chips?

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Experts suggest the lawsuit might target patents that extend beyond the physical chips themselves. These could be patents related to software functionalities, cellular communication protocols, or other aspects of smartphone operation that might be implemented in various chipsets, including those from MediaTek and Unisoc.

The outcome of this lawsuit remains to be seen. If Qualcomm prevails, Transsion might be forced to either obtain licenses for the infringed patents, potentially leading to increased production costs or modify their smartphone designs to avoid the infringing technologies. This, in turn, could impact the pricing or features of future Tecno, Infinix, and iTel devices.

While Qualcomm is a dominant player in the mobile chip market, Transsion is no small fry. The company is the world’s fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer, known for offering affordable and feature-packed devices in emerging markets. This lawsuit pits a tech giant against a budget smartphone leader, raising questions about the accessibility and affordability of future mobile technology.

As this legal battle unfolds, it’s important to stay informed about the details of the case and its potential impact on the smartphone landscape. We’ll continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

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Realme GT 6T Announced in India with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 and 120Hz Refresh Rate

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Realme has unveiled the GT 6T, a new mid-range smartphone boasting flagship-level features. This phone is designed for users who prioritize performance, display quality, and long battery life, all at a competitive price point.

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The GT 6T is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor, a powerful chipset known for its ability to handle demanding tasks and games smoothly. This is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app performance. Storage options range from 128GB to a generous 512GB, providing ample space for apps, photos, and videos.

The GT 6T features a large 6.78-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display with a 1264 x 2780 pixel resolution. This combination promises vibrant colours, sharp visuals, and a smooth viewing experience, whether you’re watching videos, browsing the web, or gaming. The display boasts a peak brightness of 1600 nits, making it easily viewable even in bright outdoor conditions. Additionally, the display utilizes an 8-fold increase in brightness to intelligently analyze on-screen content, ensuring details are preserved in both bright and dark areas.

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The rear camera system on the Realme GT 6T consists of a triple-sensor setup. The primary sensor is a 50-megapixel wide-angle lens with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) for capturing clear and detailed photos and videos. An 8-megapixel ultrawide lens allows you to capture expansive landscapes, while a 1-megapixel macro lens lets you get up close for detailed close-up shots. A 13-megapixel camera on the front handles selfies and video calls.

A highlight of the GT 6T is its massive 5,500mAh battery. This promises all-day usage on a single charge, with support for 120W SUPERVOOC fast charging to quickly refuel the device when needed. According to Realme, the 120W charger can take the phone from 0 to 50% in just 7 minutes.

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The GT 6T runs on Android 14 with Realme UI 5.0 on top. This latest software iteration offers a refined user interface, improved privacy controls, and access to the latest Google features. Realme promises four major Android updates and five years of security updates, ensuring your phone stays protected and up-to-date for years to come.

The GT 6T incorporates an Iceberg Cooling System to manage heat and ensure sustained performance during demanding tasks like gaming. This system utilizes a combination of a vapour chamber, multiple graphite layers, and a stainless steel vapour cooling plate to dissipate heat effectively.

Pricing & Availability

The Realme GT 6T is currently available for pre-order in India. The starting price is INR 30,999 (approximately MYR 1,770 or USD 416) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. The 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant is priced at INR 34,999 (approximately MYR 2,020 or USD 473) and the top-of-the-line 12GB RAM + 512GB storage variant is priced at INR 38,999 (approximately MYR 2,270 or USD 530). The phone comes in two colour options: Razor Green and Fluid Silver.

It is expected to launch in other markets soon, but specific details on Malaysian launch dates and pricing are not yet available.

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Samsung Unveils the Galaxy F55: A Mid-Range Powerhouse for Gamers and Content Creators

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Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy F55, a new mid-range smartphone geared towards gamers and content creators. The phone boasts impressive specifications and software features designed to deliver a smooth and powerful user experience.

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The Galaxy F55 packs a punch with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, known for its efficient performance and reliability. This octa-core processor is paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, ensuring seamless multitasking and handling demanding games with ease. Storage options include 128GB or 256GB, providing ample space for apps, photos, and videos.

The phone features a large 6.7-inch Full HD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) Super AMOLED Plus display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. This combination promises vibrant colours, sharp visuals, and incredibly responsive touch input, ideal for watching videos, playing games, and browsing the web.

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The rear of the Galaxy F55 houses a triple-camera system, headlined by a 50-megapixel main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for capturing clear and detailed photos even in low-light conditions. An 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor expands your field of view for capturing breathtaking landscapes, while a 2-megapixel macro sensor allows you to get up close and personal with small objects. For selfies and video calls, the phone boasts a 50-megapixel front-facing camera.

The Galaxy F55 runs on Android 14 with Samsung’s One UI 6.1 on top. This latest software iteration offers a refined user interface, improved privacy controls, and access to the latest Google features. Additionally, Samsung promises four major Android updates and five years of security updates, ensuring your phone stays protected and up-to-date for years to come.

Pricing & Availability

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The Samsung Galaxy F55 is currently only available for pre-order in India. The starting price for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant is ₹27,999 (approximately RM1,610 or USD$378). The 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant is priced at ₹31,999 (approximately RM1,860 or USD$437). The phone comes in two colour options: Apricot Crush and Raisin Black. Both have vegan leather finishes.

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Microsoft Leads the CoPilot+ PC Charge with the new Generation of Surface Laptop and Surface Pro

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Microsoft is signaling a paradigm shift in PCs with the introduction of CoPilot+ PCs. This new generation of intelligent machines leverages the power of ARM processors and AI features to redefine user experience. Here’s a closer look at the all-new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, the first devices to spearhead the CoPilot+ revolution.

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Surface Laptop – Designed for Mobility and Productivity

The Surface Laptop continues its legacy of being a thin-and-light laptop. Starting at a feathery 2.96 lbs (1.34 kg), it boasts a 13.8-inch PixelSense touchscreen HDR display with vibrant colors and exceptional clarity. The AI-powered features take center stage, with innovations like “Recall” allowing users to effortlessly search through past activities and retrieve information. Imagine revisiting a specific point in a document you viewed weeks ago – Recall surfaces it instantly.

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The Surface Laptop is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X series processors with upto 32 GB of RAM and upto 1 TB of memory, delivering exceptional performance and efficiency. Multiple sources, including Engadget, highlight an impressive battery life exceeding 22 hours on a single charge – perfect for professionals and students on the go. The sleek, signature design is available in a variety of captivating colors, making a statement wherever you take it.

Surface Pro – Unmatched Versatility and Power

The Surface Pro remains the ultimate device for those who demand flexibility. This 2-in-1 powerhouse seamlessly transforms from a high-performance laptop to a versatile tablet with its stunning 13-inch PixelSense touchscreen display. The detachable keyboard with backlit keys ensures a comfortable typing experience, while the integrated kickstand allows for effortless adaptation to any work style.

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Under the hood, the Surface Pro boasts the mighty Qualcomm Snapdragon X series chips complemented by up to 32GB of RAM and 1 TB of memory, delivering exceptional performance for demanding tasks like video editing and creative workflows.

Pricing & Availability

The Surface Laptop and Surface Pro with CoPilot+ features are available for pre-order now, with official release dates expected in early July.

The Surface Laptop starts at $999 and comes in a variety of colors, including Sapphire, Platinum, and the ever-popular Matte Black.

The Surface Pro starts at $1,000 and is available in Platinum and Graphite color options.

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Acer’s First Copilot+ PC is the Acer the Swift 14 AI

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Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC branding is making waves with a stampede of laptops coming from a number of OEMs including Acer. However, Acer isn’t fooling around with their introduction of Copilot+ PCs. Its first Copilot+ PC is part of its Swift lineup. The Acer Swift lineup has always been the company’s flagship for premium thin and light devices. The latest stable of Swift laptops has brought ample performance with the latest and greatest processors and GPUs.

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The Swift 14 AI will be available with both the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus. The new ARM64-based systems on a chip (SoCs) will be powering the unique AI features that set the Swift 14 AI apart from its brethren. But before we delve into Copilot features, let’s talk about the specs. The Snapdragon X SoCs will;l be paired with up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of memory.

It will come with a 14.5-inch WQXGA IPS display with a resolution of 2560×1600 pixels and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The screen comes with TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 certification and covers 100% of the sRGB gamut. The Swift 14 AI will also be available with a touchscreen option. It will also feature a QHD IR camera with a physical privacy shutter and a triple mic setup. The camera will also support Windows Hello.

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The Acer Swift 14 AI will come with a dual speaker setup with DTS X Audio. It will also feature two USB Type-C ports with support for charging and DisplayPort. In addition, there will be two USD 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports and an audio combo jack. The laptop will also support WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. A 75Wh battery will power this laptop. Best part? It only weighs 1.36 kg.

Of course, as Microsoft mentioned during its announcement, the hallmark of any Copilot+ PC will be the inclusion of extended Copilot features. The first of which is the inclusion of a dedicated Copilot key. In addition, the laptop will be shipped with a key for Copilot+. This will unlock features like Recall which allows you to search for documents with descriptions or keywords; Cocreator which will allow you to create AI images with Copilot and Auto Super Resolution which automatically upscales graphics and images for the best performance.

Pricing & Availability

The Acer Swift 14 AI will be priced from USD$1,099 (RM5,157.67) in North America. It will be available starting in July.

The laptop will be priced from EUR€1,499 (RM7,646.46) in the EMEA region and will be available starting in June.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Debut with over 20 Copilot+ Laptops to take on Apple Silicon

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The new Copilot+ PCs are running Qualcomm’s latest made-for-pc system on a chip (SoC). The Snapdragon X SoCs were announced together with Microsoft’s new Copilot+ PC standard. So far, Microsoft itself has used the SoC on the latest Surface Laptop and Surface Pro. Other OEMs have also introduced laptops carrying the same chipset under the Copilot+ PC program.

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The new Snapdragon X SoCs are fabricated using a 4nm process and come with Qualcomm’s Oryon CPU, Adreno GPU and Hexagon NPU (Neural Processing unit). The combination of the three empowers higher performance and better battery life. Qualcomm boasts that Snapdragon X Elite delivers current peak PC CPU performance at 60% less power.

There are two variants of the Snapdragon X SoC: the Snapdragon X Elite and the Snapdragon X Plus. The Elite features a 12-core Oryon CPU clocked at 4.2 GHz with a 5% dual-core boost, an Adreno GPU capable of up to 4.6 TFLOPs performance and a Hexagon NPU capable of 45 TOPS performance. The Plus features a 10-core Oryon CPU with dual-core boost, an Adreno GPU with up to 3.8TFLOPs performance and the same Hexagon NPU.

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Qualcomm boasts that the Snapdragon X chips are built for AI. This is primarily due to the inclusion of the Hexagon NPU which is the cornerstone of the SoC. AI tasks are primarily run using the NPU and offload complex, energy-draining processes from the CPU. This results in better power efficiency and an overall boost in performance. The chip also supports 5G connectivity and WiFi 7.

According to Qualcomm’s internal benchmarking, the Snapdragon X Elite is able to perform better than currently available chips from AMD and Intel with 60% better power efficiency, 52% better CPU performance and 36% better GPU performance. Wins across the board. The company is boasting a 2.6x improvement on Apple’s M3 processor and 5.4x improvement over Intel’s Core Ultra 7 processor.

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We will have to wait to see how performance is with the first wave of Copilot+ laptops set to be released soon. Over 20 laptops are coming from various OEMs including Dell, Acer, ASUS, HP and Samsung that will be using the Snapdragon X SoCs.

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ASUS Announces First Copilot+ PC: The ASUS Vivobook S 15 with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

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Asus has just announced its first Snapdragon X Elite laptop: the Asus Vivobook S 15. The announcement comes on the heels of Microsoft’s announcement ahead of its BUILD conference kicking off today. The announcement underscores a shift in Microsoft’s strategy for Windows to focus on Copilot integration but more significantly to adopt the ARM-based x64 architecture which could impact both AMD and Intel.

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The new laptop complements ASUS’s current Vivobook lineup which champions both performance and affordability. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is also the first laptop from ASUS to run Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite. The new System on a Chip (SoC) brings a brand new paradigm to Windows unlocking performance a lot of us have been looking for from a thin and light laptop. The new Snapdragon X Elite is the first made-for-PC chipset from Qualcomm to be widely adopted in the new Copilot+ PC label from Microsoft. The SoC is optimised for performance and battery life which includes heavy graphics work and even some gaming.

Qualcomm’s SoC comes with its Oryon CPU and Adreno GPU. More significantly it comes with the company’s Hexagon neural processing unit (NPU) that will enable a number of AI features from both Microsoft’s Copilot and ASUS. The SoC will be complemented by up to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD Memory.

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The Vivobook S 15 is replacing the previous model that ran on Intel’s Core processors. The new laptop will be equipped with a 15.6-inch, 3K ASUS Lumina OLED display with a resolution of 2880×1620 pixels. The display is also colour-calibrated to cover 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and is certified with DisplayHDR True Black600 with an average Delta-E of less than 1 and 600 nits peak brightness.

It will also come with an FHD IR camera for Windows Hello. This camera will also come with ASUS AiSense with Windows Studio Effect, ASUS Adaptive dimming and ASUS Adaptive lock. The Viviobook S 15 is also equipped with WiFi 7 paired with Qualcomm FastConnect 7800 and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity. Like all ASUS laptops, it will also have the ASUS ErgoSense touchpad that comes with smart gestures and silent touchpad technology. The ErgoSense keyboard also comes with single-zone RGB backlighting.

The Vivobook S 15 is also coming with a full array of ports including an Audio jack and HDMI 2.1 port and a microSD card reader. It will also have two USB 4.0 ports and two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports. All of these will be powered by a 70wH battery that is touted to deliver 18 hours of battery life. It will charge with a 90W AC adapter.

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Together with all this hardware, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 will also feature a lot of Copilot integration including a dedicated Copilot key. Features like Co-Create and Recall will be available on the laptop together with either Microsoft Windows 11 Home or Pro.

Pricing & Availability

The ASUS Vivobook S 15 will be available soon worldwide. Pre-orders were announced for the US during the live stream. The retail pricing will start at USD$1,299 (RM6,096.40).

ASUS Malaysia indicates that the Vivobook S 15 will be available in Malaysia starting Q3 2024. That would mean sometime between July to September 2024.

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ASUS Teases Next-Level AI PCs To Be Revealed on May 21, 2024

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It’s no secret that we’re going to see AI PCs flood the market. After a pretty packed first half of 2024, it looks like the second wave is coming! ASUS is teasing a new event set to happen on May 21, 2024, at 2 a.m. (UTC+8/Malaysian Time) or May 20, 2024, at 11 a.m. Seattle time.

While details remain under wraps until the official launch, it is expected that this is THE event where ASUS will be announcing its stable of Qualcomm-powered PCs. If leaks are any indication, this could be the start of a true AI PC revolution. These laptops could potentially translate to faster processing of AI-powered tasks, improved battery life, and a more streamlined user experience for professionals working in AI development, machine learning, and data analysis.

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The Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite SoC has been what we’ve been hearing about most in the leaks. So far, we’ve had inklings that this next-generation chip boasts significant advancements in processing power and efficiency, making it ideal for demanding AI workloads. While specifics haven’t been revealed, industry speculation suggests the ASUS AI PC will leverage the Snapdragon X Elite’s architecture to deliver exceptional performance while maintaining portability and power efficiency.

Of course, the X Elite isn’t just a supercharge when it comes to laptop PCs, it’s also Qualcomm’s second try at penetrating the laptop market. The chip manufacturer has had a setback previously with its Snapdragon 8cx and 7c SoCs. However, if leaks are any indication, we’re in for a show and possibly Apple Silicon level performance and battery life. The implications of the ASUS AI PC extend beyond the realm of technical specifications.

Stay tuned for further updates as we learn more about the specifications, features, and potential impact of this groundbreaking device