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OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G Launched in Malaysia

OnePlus has expanded its Nord series with the launch of the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G. This mid-range smartphone is a compelling proposition, offering flagship-level features at an accessible price point.

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The main feature of the Nord CE4 Lite 5G is its massive 5,500mAh battery, paired with OnePlus’s 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging technology. This combination will ensure extended usage without sweating about battery life. The phone can be fully charged in just 52 minutes, providing ample power for a full day’s use. OnePlus has also incorporated a Battery Health Engine to optimize charging cycles and prolong battery life.

The device boasts a captivating 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 2,100 nits, ensuring vibrant visuals even in bright outdoor conditions. The 120Hz refresh rate delivers smooth scrolling and responsive touch interactions. A standout feature is the Aqua Touch technology, which allows for precise screen operation even when wet.

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Powering the Nord CE4 Lite 5G is the Snapdragon 695 5G Mobile Platform, complemented by 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. OnePlus’s Trinity Engine optimization further enhances performance, ensuring smooth multitasking and app switching.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the 50MP main camera equipped with OIS, capable of capturing detailed images even in low-light conditions. The inclusion of a 2MP depth sensor enhances portrait photography by creating a natural bokeh effect.

The OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G features a sleek design with two colour options: Super Silver and Mega Blue. The device boasts a comfortable in-hand feel and a premium look and feel.

Pricing & Availability

The OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G is priced at RM1,399 and is available for purchase on Lazada and Shopee. Customers who purchase the device during the launch period will receive a free casing and an 80W adapter worth RM199.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Series Goes Official Priced from MYR899

Hot off the launch of their Galaxy FE devices, Samsung has introduced the new Galaxy Tab A9 series. Two tablets that come in below the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series take a focused approach to providing an immersive entertainment experience. Available in two sizes, this series combines immersive video and audio with ultra-fast connectivity, catering to both entertainment and productivity needs in a sleek and portable package.

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The Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+ are equipped with the largest screens ever seen in any Galaxy A series tablet, boasting 8.7 and 11-inch displays, respectively. The Galaxy Tab A9+ also comes with a higher refresh rate of 90Hz. It also comes with quad speakers powered by Dolby Atmos for immersive sound. Ultra-fast 5G connectivity ensures uninterrupted streaming on the go. The Galaxy Tab A9, however, only features Dual speakers and LTE connectivity. Both tablets sport sleek, unibody designs with soft-textured back covers for comfortable handling.

The Galaxy Tab A9+ comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G while the A9 comes with a MediaTek Helio G99 processor. Both of the tables come with up to 128GB of internal storage and up to 8GB of RAM. Like other Samsung tablets, the Galaxy Tab A9+ and Tab A9 come with Samsung DeX for a more productivity-focused interface. They also come with Multi-active window which supports up to three apps running simultaneously.

For the first time, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A series will be able to connect seamlessly across Galaxy devices. This includes smartphones, tablets, TV and monitors. Like other Samsung devices, the tablets in the A series feature Samsung Knox for added data security. The Security & Privacy Dashboard gives users insight and control over their data.

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Samsung Kids provides a secure digital environment on the Tab A series according to Samsung. Parents and caregivers can easily monitor and control children’s activities, set playtime limits, access settings, and manage content. Samsung Galaxy’s ‘Edutainment’ offers engaging and educational content, promoting learning through play.

Pricing & Availability

The Galaxy Tab A9 series will be available in Malaysia from October 23, 2023, in Graphite, Silver and Navy. It will be priced at MYR899 for the Galaxy A9 (LTE), MYR1099 for the Galaxy Tab A9+ (WiFi) and MYR1649 for the Tab A9+ with 5G. Only the versions with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage will be available in Malaysia.

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Special promotions will be available when purchasing the devices from October 23 to November 30, 2023. Every purchase of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A series throughout this period will entitle buyers to up to a 30% Purchase-with-Purchase (PWP) discount on Samsung Care+Purchase and selected Samsung Accessories. It will also come with three months of Viu Premium streaming.

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A9 Series Quietly Debuts in India

Samsung has discreetly revealed its budget-friendly tablets, the Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+, primarily in the Indian market. These newcomers join the Galaxy A series, emerging as competitive contenders in the budget tablet arena and are hot on the heel of the announcement of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series. Despite the hushed release, they promise impressive specifications and features.

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Galaxy Tab A9: Compact and Capable

The Galaxy Tab A9 is compact, sporting an 8.7-inch LCD with 800 x 1340 pixels resolution. Powering this tab is MediaTek’s Helio G99 SoC which should deliver commendable performance with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

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In the camera department, the Tab A9 features an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel selfie shooter. This tablet is designed for extended use, thanks to a robust 5100mAh battery. Furthermore, it comes in two variants: Wi-Fi and 5G.

Samsung doesn’t skimp on audio quality; the Tab A9 is equipped with AKG-powered dual speakers. You can choose from three appealing colour options: Grey, Dark Blue, and Silver.

Galaxy Tab A9+: Bigger and Better

The Galaxy Tab A9+ follows in the footsteps of its sibling, maintaining the same design aesthetics and colour choices. However, it steps up the game with an 11-inch LCD boasting a smooth 90Hz refresh rate. It houses a Snapdragon 695 SoC for enhanced performance and is paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

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Photography enthusiasts can enjoy an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. This tablet also incorporates a quad-speaker system to amplify your audio experience.

Pricing & Availability:

In India, the Galaxy Tab A9 is competitively priced at INR12,999 (MYR738.70) for the 4GB RAM variant (Wi-Fi only). The 5G variant, offering extended connectivity options, is available at INR15,999 (MYR908.40).

For the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, the Wi-Fi model, featuring 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage, retails at INR20,999 (MYR1,192.29). The pricing of the 5G variant is yet to be disclosed.

No word yet on if the tablet will be making its way to Malaysia.

vivo Launches the Y78 5G in Malaysia for MYR 1,399 – Flagship Parts, Entry-Level Price

Budget smartphones can be a nightmare sometimes. Most of the time we will only recommend a budget smartphone for those who are looking for a secondary device to work with. If you are looking for a daily driver, we would say that you might be much better off spending a little more on mid-range smartphones. It is 2023 though and things change all the time, entry-level smartphones can be good devices now, like this vivo Y78 5G that they just launched.

On paper, it ticks all the right boxes. It has 8GB of RAM, 256GB in storage, Android 14, and even a 64-Megapixel camera. The processor though is not a mid-range system on a chip (SoC) like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 700 series processors. Instead, you get the entry-level Snapdragon 695. That does not mean that you are getting short handed here. You still get 5G connectivity like most modern smartphones do now. It is also capable of taking videos at 4K resolution when you need it to. It will last even longer than most flagships today thanks to its 5,000mAh battery and the fact that the SoC is less power hungry than even the latest mid-range smartphones.

What greets you when you pick up the device is not some random LCD display that offers 720p resolution. You get a proper 120Hz AMOLED experience with a Full HD+ resolution on the 6.78-inch display. There is a 16-Megapixel front facing camera too on top of the display for video conferencing and selfies. Out the back is a 64-Megapixel shooter that is helped also by two other 2-Megapixel cameras for better depth and detailing; that is all you need really.

Within all the glass and aluminium body, you will find a huge 5,000mAh battery as mentioned before. It is not some old battery technology that offers you days of battery life but keeps you near a wall socket when it runs out too. It still offers 44W fast charging to keep charging times below two hours. There is even support for dual-SIM, which is expected these days.

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Price and Availability

The Vivo Y78 5G will come in Dreamy Gold and Flare Black colour options. It will set you back MYR 1,399, which is really not a lot of money for a smartphone at this calibre. For more information on the new entry-level smartphone, you can visit Vivo’s website.

HMD Global’s Most Eco-friendly Device, the Nokia X30 5G, Available in Malaysia

HMD Global is striving to be one of the first mobile manufacturers to factor in the environment when it comes to devices. The new Nokia X30 5G is the first offering coming to Malaysia with an increased sense of environmental responsibility. It is made of 100% recycled aluminium and incorporates 65% recycled plastics in its build. Everything from the packaging to the device itself contains recycled materials. HMD is touting it as the device with the smallest eco-footprint to date.

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While it remains one of the most environmentally conscious devices, it isn’t leaving performance behind. The Nokia X30 5G comes equipped with an octa-core Snapdragon 695 5G. The system on a chip (SoC) is paid with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. When it comes to the display, it comes with a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080×2400 pixels. It also has a 90Hz refresh rate and 700 nits peak brightness. The display comes with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for protection and scratch-proofing.

In the camera department, the Nokia X30 5G comes with a dual camera setup. This setup is consists of a 50-megapixel main sensor that is complemented by a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor. The main 50-megapixel sensor comes equipped with optical image stabilisation (OIS) with an f/1.8 aperture. The complementary 13-megapixel ultra-wide sensor comes with a 123° field of view and an f/2.4 aperture. On the front is a 16-megapixel selfie camera with aq f/2.4 aperture.

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HMD continues to offer more than just the basics when it comes to the camera experience. In line with its PureView experience, the camera comes equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI) which allows users to capture the best pictures with a click of a button. The new app interface also puts your frequently used settings at the tip of your tips for quick access and snapping. Capture Fusion allows you to reap the benefits of both the 50-megapixel main camera and the ultra-wide camera bringing details to the focal point of your picture.

All of these features are powered by a 4,200mAh battery with a guarantee for 800 charging cycles. It comes with USB Type connectivity for charging and data and IP67 dust and water resistance.

Pricing & Availability

The Nokia X30 5G will be available in stores from mid-November 2022. Pre-orders are now ongoing on Shopee and Lazada. Pre-orders will be entitled to a free Nokia clear case and Nokia Comfort Earbuds worth MYR250.

The smartphone will be available in Cloudy Blue for MYR2,099.

The HONOR X series Returns with Three New Entries

HONOR is expanding its offerings once again. The company has been coming out with all the punches this year. This time, after flexing its flagship prowess with the HONOR 50 and the HONOR Magic V, HONOR is looking to the more affordable offerings they were once renown for. They are introducing three new entries into their X series with a little bit of a rename.

HONOR X9 & X9 5G Leads the new X Trio

The new HONOR X series is spearheaded by the Snapdragon 695 touting HONOR X9 5G. It comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. When it comes to the display it comes with a 6.81-inch FullView Display with a 120Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ resolution. The X9 5G comes with a triple camera setup with a 48-megapixel main sensor complemented by a 2-megapixel macro and 2-megapixel depth sensor. Upfront, there is a 16-megapixel sensor for selfies.

In the case of the HONOR X9, it’s important to mention the 5G moniker as the HONOR X9 also comes without 5G connectivity. The regular X9 comes with the Snapdragon 680 instead. That said, it comes with a more robust quad camera setup. The main sensor is a 64-megapixel main sensor complemented by an 8-megapixel wide sensor, 2-megapixel sensing macro sensor and 2-megapixel sensing depth sensor. The display on the X9 also has a lower refresh rate of 90Hz. Other than these, the HONOR X9 and X9 5G share the same design and specs including a 4,800mAh battery with 66W fast charging with HONOR SuperCharge and USB Type C.

The design of the HONOR X9 series hearkens back to the HUAWEI P40 with the circular accent emblazoned at the back. It also contains the multiple camera sensors and flash that the smartphone comes with. The face of the phone is covered with the HONOR FullView Display with a punch hole for the selfie camera.

HONOR X8 – Putting the Middle in Mid-range

The HONOR X series will also contain the HONOR X8 which touts the same Snapdragon 680 that powers the X9. In all ways, it’s the hybrid of the X9 and X9 5G. It comes with a slightly smaller 6.7-inch FullView display with a 90Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. Aside from this, it also comes with a smaller 4,000mAh battery with support for 22.5W HONOR SuperCharge via USB-C connection.

All of these specs aside, the HONOR X8 comes with the nearly same camera setup as the HONOR X9. However, it comes with a smaller 5-megapixel wide sensor. That said, it also has a different design language which is more angular than the fluid X9. It also departs from the circular accent in favour of a square module containing all its sensors.

HONOR X7 – Bringing even more affordability

Rounding up the HONOR X series is the HONOR X7. The HONOR X7 comes with the same Snapdragon 680 as its siblings with the same amount of internal storage but a lower 4GB of RAM. It comes with a larger 6.74-inch HONOR FullView Display with an HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. On the camera front, it comes with the same setup as the X8 albeit having a smaller 8-megapixel selfie camera. It comes with a larger 5,000mAh battery with support for 22.5W HONOR SuperCharge via USB-C.

The HONOR X7 comes with the familiar design we’ve seen in the HONOR 50 before. However, it comes with a waterdrop display design where the selfie camera is. It’s also not curved like the HONOR 50.

Pricing and Availability

HONOR’s X series will be available starting on 7th April 2022. All members of the HONOR X Series will be launching with EMUI 4 powered by Android 11.

The HONOR X9, X9 5G and X8 will be available in Titanium Silver, Ocean Blue and Midnight Black. It will be available for MYR1,299, MYR1,099 and MYR899 respectively.

The HONOR X7 will be available for MYR699 in Titanium Silver and Ocean Blue.

[MWC 2022] POCO Launches the New X4 Pro 5G! Coming to Malaysia Very Soon for MYR 1,199 Onward!

Mobile World Congress (MWC) is back for 2022 season, and we are glad. It is a sign that things are becoming normal again. But most of all, we are excited to see what all its participants have in store for us.

While HUAWEI and Samsung participated and jumped the gun in launching their new laptop and tablet devices, it is MWC. Mobile is in its name; we want something more smartphones. We got that with POCO and their new C4 Pro 5G.

The POCO X4 Pro is an entry-level device, but you get plenty of flagship features on it at a fraction of the cost.

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You are met with an expansive 6.67-inch AMOLED DotDisplay screen that has a small punch hole at the middle of the top of the panel for a selfie camera. The 6.67-inch display is a nice 120Hz refresh rate display for a nice and smooth user experience (UX). It also features 360Hz touch sampling rate for a near instant and snappy feel of the MIUI 13 interface. The Full HD+ AMOLED display is a first for a POCO X series device.

Standing out at the back of the device is a 108-Megapixel sensor for super high-resolution and detailed photos. There is also an 8-Megapixel ultra-wide camera, a 2-Megapixel macro camera supporting the main camera and adding more variety to your gallery, or Instagram spread. Out front, in the punch hole is a16-Megapixel camera for clear and clean selfies.

Keeping everything going as they should, is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 System on a Chip (SoC). The 6nm SoC is 5G capable; hence, the 5G moniker, and is one of Qualcomm’s latest chips to roll off the line. It comes with two ARM Cortex-A78 high-performance cores that clocks out at 2.2Ghz and supported by six other efficiency cores.

The powerful SoC is supported by 8GB of RAM, which is ample these days. If you need more, the device can take 3GB out of its 256GB built-in storage as temporary makeshift RAM on top of the 8GB RAM. It works great if you tend to open 100 apps (over-exaggeration) and leaves all of them open.

To ensure that it will keep you connected and going all day is a 5,000mAh battery that is supposed to offer 15 hours of video playback. When it starts running low and you can find a wall port, it charges at up to 67W speeds and can be fully charged from an empty battery in just 41 minutes.

Price and Availability

The POCO X4 Pro was just launched in MWC 2022 very recently. It can be yours very soon though. The X4 Pro will arrive in Malaysian shores by the 3rd of March 2022 onward exclusively on Shopee. It comes in two variants, a 6GB + 128GB variant and an 8GB + 256GB variant. They are priced at MYR 1,199 and MYR 1,499 respectively. If you get them on their launch date – you are eligible for an Early Bird discount that brings the prices down to MYR 1,099 and MYR 1,249 respectively.  More information on the POCO X4 Pro can be found on their website.