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There are pictures lurking around the internet claiming to be the unannounced Samsung Galaxy A9, and it’s equipped with a rotating camera at the top of the phone. But it’s also reported that it’s not an official one as it’s simply a clone from Alibaba all the way from China, so don’t be too excited about it yet. One last thing to note, some tech specs of the incoming Galaxy A9 are missing such as the camera MP. But we got the some information on the others, so here it is:-

• 1.8GHz octa-core Snapdragon 620 processor
• 3GB RAM
• 32GB internal storage
• Android 5.1

A friendly reminder, keep in mind that these are just rumours, so take it with a healthy pinch of salt. Malaysia pricing details and release dates are yet to be announced as well, but do keep an eye out as will we!

The Google Nexus 5X is a new addition to the LG’s smartphone family that’s available for $379 (RM 1601.82), although it’s a mid-range handset its tech specs and features are not too shabby either as they include:-

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor
• 2 GB LPDDR3 RAM
• 32GB internal storage
• 5.2-inch display (1080 x 1920 resolution)
• Sony IMX377 12.3 MP rear camera sensor and 5MP front camera
• 147 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm size
• features a Nexus Imprint fingerprint reader on the Home button
• Android 6.0 Marshmallow
• 2700 mAh battery

Android users who have the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow patch can now make purchases (yes, purchase) with fingerprint authentication in the all new Google Play Store. This includes the LG Nexus 5X, Huawei’s Nexus 6P and Honor 7, the LEAGOO Elite 1, or basically any handset that’s getting the Marshmallow (see the complete list). The finger authentication is a part of the revamped Google Play Store, and it’s very likely to be more expansive than this feature is in iOS with many third-party program supports.

Mark your calendars! On 27 October 2015, Xiaomi is excited to present you the MIUI 7 Global Stable Build for MIUI users to upgrade their phones! MIUI fans will be able to update their beloved phones through over-the-air (OTA) on the Updater app next Tuesday or visit the MIUI download page to download the ROM package. 

Devices getting MIUI 7 global stable build on Oct. 27 are: 

• Xiaomi Mi 3 
• Xiaomi Mi 4 
• Xiaomi Mi Pad 
• Xiaomi Mi Note
• Xiaomi Redmi 1S 3G 
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G, 
• Xiaomi Redmi 2/Prime

With the recently launched Sony α7S II and α7R II, as well as the Cyber-shot™ RX100 IV and RX10 II Sony Electronics would like to share some useful tips for photographers like you to capture amazing pictures! It does not matter if you’re an amateur or professional photographer, but it’s a photographer’s job to always get the best out of it. Here are 5 useful tips to take full advantage of your camera’s capabilities!

The Fossil Q series of smartwatches has been officially announced! There are actually four different Fossil Q models, the Q Reveler, Q Dreamer, Q Grant and Q Founder. The Q Founder smartwatch in particular was designed by Fossil’s watch team and engineered by Intel. These two powerhouses are not fooling around, it’s Fossil’s first ever smartwatch that runs on Android.  Here are the features that it has to offer:-

• Compatible with both the Android and the iOS
• An activity tracker that monitors your calories and steps
• A wide range of customizable strap colours and materials (Q Reveler and Q Dreamer only)

The Samsung Galaxy On5 and On7 (manual only) appeared on the company’s website recently causing a stir with images, tech specs and others. However, it has been taken down already. But here’s what we know of the On5 tech specs so far:-

• 1.5GB RAM 
• 8GB of total storage and a microSD slot
• 5-inch display with 720p resolution
• 142.3 x 72.1 x 8.5mm 
• 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, 1080p video recording
• dual-SIM phone (microSIMs)
• LTE connectivity (TDD and FDD).
• Android (version unknown)
• 2600mAh battery (removable) 

The Meizu Blue Charm Metal has gained quite a buzz for the past few days after its leak from Weibo. But we can now officially confirm the Blue Charm is made entirely of magnesium and aluminium metal, and of course the official tech specs as follows:- 

• 2.0GHz octa-core MediaTek Helio X10 processor
• 2GB RAM
• 16GB / 32 GB storage + microSD
• 5.5-inch display (FHD 1080p, LTPS, protected by Dinorex T2X-1 glass with 2.5D effect, scratch and shock resistant)
• 13MP rear camera (dual-tone dual-LED flash) + 5MP front camera
• features fingerprint scanner on the Home key, 4G LTE connectivity and dual-SIM support. 
• Android Lollipop + Flyme 5.1 launcher
• 3140 mAh battery

Leica is back with their newest camera, the Leica SL Typ-601. It is reported that the Typ-601 is made for the professional photographer only, the tech specs and features for the camera include:-

• Maestro II processor unit
• 4.4 MP (60 fps) EyeRes electronic viewfinder
• 24 MP CMOS sensor
• ISO range beetween 50 - 50000
• 11 fps continuous shooting mode and max mechanical shutter speeds of 1/8000
• 1080p and 4K (3840 x 2160) video recording at 24/30 fps
• WiFi, image sharing and weather-sealed body

Celcom customers got the surprise of their lives last Thursday night, when local celebrities came delivering their new Apple Phone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus right to their doorsteps. This was organized by Celcom Axiata Berhad, using their FIRST™ by Celcom plans to reward their faithful customers. 

Consisting of a handful of Celcom FIRST™ customers living around Klang Valley area who had pre-ordered the latest Apple smartphones from 9 October to 14 October, these loyal customers were chosen to experience the privilege of getting a special delivery from local celebrities. Needless to say, all of them were amused, delighted and speechless by the sudden appearance of Amber Chia, Scha Al-Yahya, Winnie Soo, Jack Lim, Shaheizy Sam, Ella Aminuddin, Yasmin Hani, Sha’arin Mohammed Razali Wong and Awal Ashaari outside their homes.