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OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G Debuts in Malaysia, with a Powerful Imaging NPU, MariSilicon X to Empower Every Moment of Your Lifestyle

The OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G features OPPO’s first self-developed MariSilicon X, an Imaging NPU dedicated to bringing more details and colour vibrancy in 4k Ultra night video, ultra HDR video and photo-taking capabilities. The device also premiers its SLR Level Five-axis OIS stabilisation for the first time, enabling users to shoot perfect shots on the move. Pre-order OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G from 18th to 27th May 2022 and be entitled to receive freebies worth RM1,397 to RM1,726 OPPO Malaysia today announced the arrival of its latest flagship smartphone, the Find X5 Pro 5G to local shores. The latest addition to the esteemed and premium Find X Series, focused on boosting camera capabilities in a sleek and fashionable yet sturdy package. The improvements to the phone this year come largely from the debut of OPPO’s very own Imaging NPU, the MariSilicon X which enables 4K Ultra Night Video through Sony’s IMX766 flagship sensors and Hasselblad’s Natural Colour Calibration. It is also helped by the l...

Inaugural Beam Safe Academy in Malaysia Trains Users in E-Scooter Safety

The professionally curated e-scooter safety training programme was held in 1 Utama Shopping Centre on 15th May 2022 Beam trainers navigating participants through the proper usage of the beam Malaysia’s premier e-scooter operator Beam held its first ever Beam Safety Academy in Malaysia last Sunday, 15th May 2022, at 1 Utama Shopping Centre. The event, which has taken place in several large cities throughout the globe, is Beam’s flagship training programme which trains attendees in beginner and advanced e-scooter riding and safety skills. Beam instructor explaining the usage of the dual brakes and the requirement to slow down when approaching pedestrians With the use of micro mobility vehicles rising sharply in recent years, the first Beam Safety Academy in Malaysia indicated a positive reception from the public. Close to 50 people attended the free course, keen to learn more about safe micro mobility use in Malaysia as well as the innovative features of Beam e-scooters that make it sa...

Travel through 1,000 Worlds with Syafiq Kyle and Adriana Adnan in the latest Viu Original fantasy romance drama

Seribu Nina premieres with an award-winning Malaysian cast across Malaysia and 15 other markets across the region Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, launched the all-new Malaysian drama series Seribu Nina starting from Thursday, 19 May. Two episodes of the Viu Original drama will be released every Thursday, letting viewers experience an epic journey in the quest for love, self-discovery, adventure and fantasy across a thousand parallel dimensions. Seribu Nina tells the story of an unorthodox couple: Amar is a strait-laced, meticulous young history lecturer living life with a checklist, and Nina is his cafe barista girlfriend who goes by the motto “You Only Live Once” or “YOLO”. As Amar builds the conviction to ask for Nina’s hand in marriage, an unexpected turn of events takes place. Nina has been concealing the secret of who she really is and is being taken against her will back to her home dimension. At the same time, both Nina and Amar are being hunted dow...

New HydroCharge™ Surgical Face Mask Brings A New Level Of Breathability Without Compromising On Safety

MEDICOS Innovation To Help Millions Live And Work Safer In The Endemic After bracing more than two years of COVID-19 restrictions, Malaysia has now entered the endemic phase. Following this, the government has recently eased many rules related to COVID-19 SOPs, which comes as a relief to many, especially for those who can finally reconnect with their family members, or enjoy a long-awaited vacation together. However, one question that constantly lingers on everyone’s mind is – how long do we have to keep our face masks on? According to health experts, even if face masks are no longer compulsory in the later stages of the endemic, wearing one in a social setting is the safest way to protect ourselves and others from COVID-19, as new cases are still recorded on a daily basis. In line with recent announcement of the SOP to continue face mask wearing indoors, MEDICOS has invested into the innovation of a cutting-edge technology that enhances the breathability and comfort of face masks for ...

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort’s Resident Zoologist, Anthony Barker, Wins WTN Tourism Hero Award

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, the award-winning five-star resort nestled in 39 hectares of nature on the Son Tra Peninsula, is delighted to announce that its Resident Zoologist, Anthony Barker, has won the WTN Tourism Hero Award in recognition of his outstanding conservation efforts. Anthony Barker is the Resident Zoologist at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort A government protected area that covers 3,000 square kilometers on Vietnam’s central coast, the Son Tra Peninsula is home to abundant flora and fauna, including species classified as “critically endangered” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Most notably, it is the home of the red-shanked douc langur, one of the world’s rarest species of primate. Since joining the resort in early 2019, Anthony has revolutionized its approach to environmental protection. He has collaborated with local authorities and NGOs on key projects and helped to educate communities and staff members about...

Samsung to ‘Spark that Super Feeling’ in Shoppers across Southeast Asia with LazMall Super Brand Day 2022 on Lazada

The Samsung x LazMall Super Brand Day on 24 May aims to deliver amazing deals across a wide range of Samsung products and engaging shopping experiences for consumers Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd and Lazada, Southeast Asia’s leading eCommerce platform, are partnering again for the fifth edition of Samsung Super Brand Day on 24 May. Teasing period starts 21st – 23rd May, so be sure to add to cart. Themed ‘Spark that Super Feeling’, the much-anticipated annual campaign is set to return with a bigger, bolder, and better online shopping experience to spark an instant connection and stronger engagements with consumers across Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines. On Samsung Super Brand Day, online shoppers can enjoy irresistible deals on their favorite Samsung products across smartphones, tablets, wearables, TVs, smart monitors, as well as digital appliances – available exclusively on the Samsung Official Store on LazMall. This includes the new online exclusiv...

CTOS expands consumer services with CTOS Car Insurance

CTOS Digital Berhad, through its subsidiary company, CTOS IDS Sdn Bhd, is expanding its range of services with the launch of CTOS Car Insurance, an online platform for car insurance and road tax renewal, in collaboration with PolicyStreet.com. Group CEO of CTOS Digital Berhad. PolicyStreet.com is operated by Polisea Sdn Bhd, an insurance technology company whose mission is to democratize insurance by making it simple, easy and affordable. This latest service, CTOS Car Insurance, provides a fast, hassle-free opportunity to make price comparisons of policies from more than 10 insurance providers within minutes, allowing consumers to find the best deals in the market. By comparing quotes from a large range of insurers, consumers are able to find savings of up to RM1,000 from their current deals. The launch of the new service also comes with further added benefits. Consumers who successfully renew or purchase their insurance via the new platform will be able to get a free MyCTOS Score Rep...

HONOR Magic4 Pro production line opened to the public eye

Tech geeks are expected to see a number of industry-first technological innovations Prior to the Malaysian launch of the HONOR Magic4 Pro and other countries, HONOR has taken a crystal-clear approach in revealing its HONOR Intelligent Manufacturing Industrial Park to the public view, comprising the production line of the imminent arrival of the HONOR Magic4 Pro. From an interview with the CEO of HONOR Global George Zhao and the information gathered from the scene, it is expected that the various production procedures and HONOR Magic4 Pro's unique technology can be seen in plain daylight. Located at the Shenzhen, China, the HONOR Intelligent Manufacturing Industrial Park produces mainly on premium smart phones namely the HONOR Magic and Number series, including the foldable screen of the HONOR Magic V and the soon to be released HONOR Magic4 Pro in Malaysia. The state-of-the-art park encompasses centres for new product verification, mass productions for high-end flagship mobile phon...

Green Gastronomy: Enjoy Sustainable Dining At Marriott Bonvoy Hotels And Resorts

Marriott Bonvoy commits to 'sustainability' by serving not only tasty, but also healthy and environmentally friendly meals As the world moves closer towards being eco-conscious, implementations of sustainable F&B are on the rise within the hotel industry. Sustainability no longer remains a trend as it is now a preference among most consumers and travellers, making it a mainstream necessity. Echoing this sentiment, Marriott Bonvoy Hotels and Resorts is embarking on a journey to sustainability and have implemented a few ways to facilitate this – starting with food and beverage offerings at selected hotels. There are many ways in which a hotel can move towards sustainability, and it is not just in production or minimising food wastage, but also through avoiding non-environmentally friendly packaging. At Marriott Bonvoy Hotels and Resorts in particular, restaurant Chefs and team members have integrated sustainable elements into their menus and packaging – all while still offer...

Sharp Electronics Malaysia Launches Smart Classroom Training Programmes To Support Teachers With Digital Learning In Schools

Sharp Electronics (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Sharp Malaysia) and Yayasan Guru Malaysia Berhad (YGMB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support teachers across Malaysia in embracing digital classroom learning through its Smart Classroom Solution training programmes. From Left to Right Ting Yang Chung, Managing Director of Sharp Malaysia, Datuk Dr. Radzi Jidin, Senior Minister of MOE, Yoshihiro Hashimoto, Senior Executive Managing Officer of Sharp Corporation Japan, Datuk Hajah Nor Za The MoU was signed by Dato’ Wan Munadi Wan Mamat, Chief Executive Officer of YGMB and Mr. Ting Yang Chung, Managing Director of Sharp Malaysia. This ceremony was witnessed by Mr. Yoshihiro Hashimoto, Senior Executive Managing Officer and Head of Asia Business of Sharp Corporation Japan and Tuan Haji Aminudin bin Adam, Chairman of YGMB. Puan Maznah Binti Abu Bakar, Director of Educational Resources and Technology Division, Ministry of Education also attended the ceremony. Mr. Hashimoto was giv...

A Student’s Story: Staying in Touch while Learning Far from Home

A rite of passage many young people go through is leaving the familiarity of home as they embark on their higher education. Chemical Engineering student, Mohammad Nazlan, or Nazz , is far from his family in Lahad Datu, Sabah, having chosen to study in a local university in Ipoh, Perak. “My priority is to succeed in my studies and I rely heavily on my Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra to complete my assignments and projects. More importantly, I can easily stay in touch with my loved ones with Google Duo available on my tab. And it’s not just convenient and clear video calls! With the Google Duo Live Sharing feature, I can co-watch videos or movies by sharing my screen with my family and friends. It’s as if I’m right beside them even though we are miles apart, said Nazz. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra’s 120-degree Ultra-wide angle front camera, with dual 12MP lenses and auto-framing technology keeps him in shot and looking sharp during video calls. The Quad speakers powered with Dolby Atmos®, three precision...