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What’s the opposite of red? If you’re thinking blue, well actually the answer is green but that’s not the point. Today, we have learned that Xiaomi is going to launch a new sub-brand and according to a tech blogger, @Kumamoto Technology, it will be known as Lanmi (Blue Rice).

A wireless charging laptop? Well, actually it’s not really one but rather it uses a 2-in-1 dock charger to the wireless-compatible keyboard (#misleadingmarketing). But still, not using a charging cable is a nice welcome and the charging dock + wireless charging keyboard accessory cost $380 (~RM1632) and $200 (~RM860) respectively, whereas the laptop is $1200 (~RM5154).

As previously reported on how Malaysians have a mad spending spree on tech gadgets in 2016-2017, we have another round of survey done by Shopee Malaysia. The study this time is showing what drives our online purchasing decision. Sounds interesting? Read below to find out more.

Despite record breaking pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 plus, rumours are saying that due to less sales compared to the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 could get an early release on 10 September 2017. According to the rumoured numbers from South Korean The Bell, Samsung sold 9.8 million Galaxy S8 and S8 plus sets compared to the 12 million Galaxy S7 and S7 edge sets sold during the same 2 month period after launch for a 20% decrease in sales. Considering that the Galaxy S7 edge actually sold more in Malaysia this probably doesn't impact Samsung Malaysia as much as the rest of the world but an earlier global release would still mean we get the Galaxy Note 8 earlier as well.

Just earlier this week, Huawei Mobile has announced that their collaboration with mm2 Entertainment Pte Ltd, Astro and StarHub will commence The Voice ???? production. The popular singing contest show will premiere on 17 September in both Singapore and Malaysia, with first-over official coaches - Tan Hanjin ???, Della Ding ??, Gary Chaw ?? and Sky Wu ???.

In the upcoming Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week Ready-To-Wear 2017 that will take place in Pavilion, KL from 16-20 August 2017, vivo Malaysia has announced that the vivo V5s is the official smartphone of this year’s Fashion Week event, thanks to its heavy marketing on the #PerfectSelfie with Datin Sri Siti Nurhaliza as well as the 20MP Sony IMX376 sensor with f/2.0 aperture and the updated Selfie Softlight. In addition, they are also holding a Fabulicious vivo OOTD Contest that has already started until 5 August 2017.

Are you a huge EXO fan? Here’s some good news for you. You will be able to get a new limited edition Samsung Galaxy Friends x EXA phone case tomorrow! Starting from 13 - 16 July 2017, Samsung Malasia Electronics is hosting a S8 roadshow at South Court, Mid Valley Megamall.

Leica officially announced their new Leica TL2 mirrorless camera. Utilizing an L-mount, the TL2 features a metal unibody machined from a single block of aluminum along with a 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor and Maestro II image processor. Highlights of the camera include ISO up to 50000, 20fps continuous shooting, 4K at 30fps / 1080 at 60fps / 720p at 120fps video recording, a 165 millisecond autofocus speed, 49-point contrast-detect AF system, 32GB storage + SD card, HDMI / USB 3.0 Type-C ports and WiFi.

Honor Malaysia officially launched their Honor 8 Pro today at RM1999 (official RRP RM2099). Available in Malaysia nationwide, it is the only Honor phone to offer a 5.7-inch 2K or 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution display (perfect for VR and AR) while also featuring flagship tech specs like a Huawei Kirin 960 processor, 6GB of RAM and 12MP dual rear cameras. 

Calling all mobile gamers, the long awaited new and improved Honor 8 Pro will go on sale today at 3.00 p.m. for a RRP of RM1999! Exclusive free gifts to be won for those looking to purchase early!