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There aren't that many affordable tablets in the Malaysian market featuring full HD 1080p displays, but according to Dynamics Distribution there are now two new additions. These would be the ASUS MeMO Pad 7 ME572CL and ASUS MeMO PAD 8 ME581CL going for RM999 and RM1099 respectively. Both feature a 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution IPS display and 4G LTE Cat4 connectivity but the MeMO Pad 8 ME512CL is the thinnest at 7.45mm. They are also running on 64-bit 1.83GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3560 processors. Both tablets should be available in Malaysia if not now then soon but do check out the full tech specs and videos below:

• ASUS MeMO Pad 7 ME572CL
• 64-bit 1.83GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3560 processor
• 2GB RAM
• 16GB Storage + 5GB ASUS Webstorage
• 7-inch display (IPS, 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution, Corning Gorilla Glass)
• 5MP rear camera (Autofocus) + 2MP front camera
• supports 4G LTE Cat4, 3G, WiFi, Miracast, GPS
• 114.4 x 200 x 8.3mm | 279g
• available in burgundy red, gentle black and rose champagne
• RM999

LG recently announced that their LG G3 smartphone will be getting the Android 5.0 Lollipop update first, starting in Poland and spreading out to other areas afterwards. The new update also brings a number of new features including better security, an unlock feature via a pre-registered smartwatch and new Android RunTime (ART) libraries for better overall performance. While other LG smartphones and devices will be getting the update, here's what LG had to say about it:

“LG is absolutely committed to giving our customers the best mobile experiences available and bringing Android Lollipop to G3 owners as soon as possible is a top priority. The new features and improvements in Android 5.0 will bring a whole new user experience to the G3 and make it even better than it already is.” Dr. Jong-seok Park, President and CEO of the LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company.

OnePlus Malaysia recently held a fan gathering to tell their fans about their plans. On hand to share the news was Chun Pin Lim, Head of Southeast Asia Business Development, OnePlus Global. According to him OnePlus are on the move and will spread out to other countries soon. OnePlus One users will also get the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop update within the next 90 days or so. According to him, the OnePlus One will be coming to Malaysia in December 2014 with the same $299 pricing, just converted to Malaysian Ringgit (about RM1000).

One of the thinnest tablets around is now available in Malaysia as the Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is retailing at RM1669. According to Sony Malaysia, the LTE 16GB version will come in both black and white but the WiFi 32GB version will only come in white and even then, in December. Featuring a super-bright and sharp 8-inch display with full HD 1080p resolution the tablet also features the ability to use the PS4 Remote Play function, so you can game with your Xperia Z3 Tablet compact and PlayStation 4 console anywhere within range. The tablet is also iP65/68 certified for water and dust proofing so you can take a dip with it and still be fine. For the full list of Xperia Z3 Tablet compact tech specs and features, check it out below:

• 2.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor
• 3GB RAM
• 16GB /32GB storage + up to 128GB microSD
• 8-inch Triluminos Display (1920 x 1200 pixel resolution, X-Reality engine)
• 8.1MP rear camera (8x digital zoom, Exmor RS sensor, stabilizer) + 2.2MP front camera
• supports A-GPS, NFC, DLNA, WiFi, 4G LTE
• features Sony 3D surround sound, Clear Audio+, IP65/68 certification
• 213 x 124 x 6.4mm | 270g
• Android 4.4 KitKat
• 4500 mAh battery

Like other ASUS PadFone smartphones, the ASUS PadFone S smartphone can slot in to a tablet dock fittingly called the ASUS PadFone S Station. Featuring dual front speakers, it's own battery (so it can charge the PadFone S smartphone while it is docked) and a crisp 9-inch display with 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution the PadFone S Station offers a better and bigger viewing experience for those who want it. We check out what it can do in our hands-on video of the PadFone S Station tablet dock and see just how easily the PadFone S smartphone works with it.

Featuring a top-of-the-line Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, the ASUS PadFone S is now one of those few below RM1000 smartphones that should be able to take slow motion video or 4K video recording. Does it have those options available? We go hands-on with the PadFone S smartphone to find out. Along with that, we also check out it's solid design and other features that we can't help but feel makes the PadFone S sound a lot like a 'flagship killer'. Check it out below and do tune in for our full review where we'll push the PadFone S to the limits and see what it can really do.

The ASUS PadFone S brings a number of high-end features to the Malaysian market for just RM899. These tech specs and features include 4G LTE Cat4, an upgraded 13MP PixelMaster rear camera with dedicated ISP (image signal processor) chip, a 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor and a lot more. If you've been wondering what stuff it gets bundled with then do check out our unboxing video below. While we can safely say that there isn't any Qi wireless charger bundled in, there are some good additions which should make it a better overall experience.

LEAGOO, a new smartphone brand from China is set to release their latest LEAGOO Lead 5 smartphone in the market on 8 November 2014 for just RM399. With branches across the world, LEAGOO Malaysia has already been here since April 2014 featuring various smartphones including the Lead 1, Lead 2, Lead 3 and Lead 4 priced from RM199 to RM699. Notable features for the LEAGOO Lead 5 include NFC functions, a 7.9mm thin chasis with aluminum frame, 2800 mAh battery, Dual SIM standby support and Android 4.4.2 KitKat. It should be a very tempting smartphone for those looking for a more affordable device, which is in line with the LEAGOO brand philosophy of "Practical, Affordable and Stylish". Check out the full LEAGOO Lead 5 tech specs below:

• 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MTK 6582 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB storage + up to 64GB microSD
• 5-inch display (IPS, 854 x 480 pixel resolution)
• 5MP rear camera (QJ CMOS Sensor, 720p HD recording, F2.8 aperture, 4P Lens) + 3MP front camera
• 143.4 x 71 x 7.9mm | 145g
• 2800 mAh battery
• Supports 3G, NFC, Bluetooth, WiFi,
• Features dual-SIM standby, HotKnot data transfer (NFC), Smart Wake Gesture (Gesture motion controls)
• Android 4.4.2 KitKat
• RM399

ASUS Malaysia have announced that their much teased super smartphone, the ASUS PadFone S (PF500KL) is now available in Malaysia. The PadFone S offers a number of high-end features including a 2.3GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, 4G LTE-A Cat4 connectivity, NFC, Qi wireless charging, a new ISP enabled 13MP PixelMaster camera and both shock and water resistance. All of these flagship features are available for just RM899 and it can slot into the 9-inch full HD 4G LTE tablet dock called the PadFone S Station which is separately priced at RM499. Both are available at authorized distributors around Malaysia and should offer an awesome all-on-one experience. The full tech specs and features list can be seen below along with some videos:

• ASUS Padfone S
• 2.3GHZ quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor
• 2GB RAM
• 16GB storage + 5GB ASUS Webstorage + microSD (up to 64GB)
• 5-inch display (IPS, 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, 60ms touch response time)
• 13MP PixelMaster rear camera (autofocus) + 2MP front camera
• 143.4 x 72.5 x 10 mm | 150g
• supports 4G LTE Cat4, WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0, Miracast, NFC
• features dual front speakers, dual-SIM and GPS
• Android 4.4 KitKat
• 2300 mAh battery
• Available in black, gold, red and white
• RM899

The Lenovo S90 or Sisley has been officially announced bearing nearly identical looks with the Apple iPhone 6. The only differences are that the plastic band for the antenna at the top side has been moved up while the camera does not stick out or protrude. Apparently, Lenovo have taken it to a whole new level by turning the Lenovo S90 introduction site into a near exact replica of the Apple iPhone 6 site. Tech specs and features for the Lenovo S90 are definitely midrange though and include a quad-core Qualcomm processor, 1GB RAM, 5-inch 720p display, 13MP rear camera, 8MP front camera and Android 4.4.4 KitKat. Even the measurements match as the Lenovo S90 measures in at 6.9mm thin. No details on Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but it is availble in China for 1999 RMB (RM1093). Stay tuned for more developments, but we're expecting Apple to come down hard on this one.