The Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL are now official in Malaysia and they are the first devices to run fully on Windows 10, both devices are now also available for pre-order via the Microsoft Online Store on Lazada and various authorised retail stores (see the list below) for RM2699 and RM2999 respectively. The Microsoft Display Dock, which is worth RM309 will be given away for free to the first 100 customers who purchase either one of the two Lumia 950. Not only that, Microsoft Malaysia has also teamed up with Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd to release attractive phone plans (plans below) for the two Lumia 950 devices.
Without further ado, here are the tech specs of Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL:-
- Hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
- 3GB RAM
- 32GB storage (expandable memory up to 200GB)
- 5.2-inch WQHD display with 2560 x 1440 resolution
- 20MP main camera + 5MP HD wide-angle front camera
- Continuum, Windows Hello beta, 30GB OneDrive cloud storage
- 4G LTE Cat 6 with 2/3CA**
- Windows 10
- 3000 mAh battery with integrated wireless charging
- Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810
- 3GB RAM
- 32GB storage (expandable memory up to 200GB)
- 5.7-inch WQHD display with 2560 x 1440 resolution
- 20MP main camera + 5MP HD wide-angle front camera
- Continuum, Windows Hello beta, 30GB OneDrive cloud storage
- 4G LTE Cat 6 with 2/3CA**
- Windows 10
- 3340 mAh battery with integrated wireless charging
The three objectives of the Lumia 950
The new Lumia 950 and 950 XL are designed in such a way that they behave completely like a computer thanks to Windows 10, in fact users are able to use the Continuum function to turn the smartphone into a CPU and project the screen on any screen or monitor through a Microsoft Display Dock. Once set up, users are able to use key apps such as Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint like they normally do with a keyboard and mouse, and even taking calls. In addition to that, the two devices are equipped with new PureView cameras with along with triple LED natural flash, optical image stabilization (OIS) and the ability to record video in 4K definition. Photos and videos taken can be automatically synced across Windows Photo app in all Windows 10 devices, making sharing files accessible and easy.
“We designed Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL for people who want the most productive smartphones running on the most productive operating system,” he said. “Business professionals who want a premium phone that can work like a PC now have the perfect partner for their Windows devices in Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL. With full Windows 10 and features like Continuum for phone, it’s easy to do more than ever from your phone whether you’re in the office, at home or on the road. These are the phones that Windows fans and business professionals in Malaysia have been waiting for: powerful, productive, performance-driven, unique and innovative.” said Jon French, General Manager, Microsoft Mobile Device Sales (MMDS) Asia Pacific.
Meanwhile, on the announced partnership with Digi, Michal Golebiewski, Chief Marketing and Operations Officer, Microsoft Malaysia said,
“More and more people are now experiencing the new and more personal computing experience through Windows 10. With 110 million devices now running on Microsoft’s operating system, we are creating even more opportunities for Microsoft Lumia to take that innovation to the next level. This partnership with Digi marks the start of an exciting new venture as we build upon the unique experiences that Windows 10 offers for today’s busy business professional.”
Digi's following plans:-
Digi is also offering a special bundle for the upcoming Microsoft Lumia 550 - the most affordable 4G LTE Microsoft Lumia smartphone - at the end of December 2015. For more information visit Digi’s SmartPlan for Business website.
“We are confident that by combining the most productive smartphones on the planet with the fastest and widest connectivity coverage in Malaysia, we are empowering every person and every organization to do more and achieve more,” said Loh Keh Jiat, Chief Sales Officer, Digi. “Having the widest 4G LTE footprint, our customers and other business professionals are always connected with Digi. Partnering with Microsoft enables us to enhance our business offering, providing greater value to our customers with a device that’s built on the premise of productivity.”
Model showing the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL,
connected to the Microsoft Display Dock and monitor screen
Microsoft Hello is able to detect the user's eyes for identification with the red light sensor
Lumia 950 (left) and Lumia 950 XL (right)
The Microsoft Display Dock
A Lumia 950 demo
Microsoft Authorized Reseller Stores:-
Hands-on video on Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
To find out more information and device specification on the Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL, visit either of the two links below.
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