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Considering that Project Ara is already well on the way to making an affordable yet customizable modular smartphone, Blocks is going the same way but for smart watches or smart bands. Like Project Ara, each component of the smartwatch, such as the display or the GPS or processor can be customized according to the segments of the device. These segments hook up to each other to create a very angular looking smartwatch which looks more sharp than comfortable, at least to us, but lets you customize your smartwatch as you need it. For now, Blocks is more of a realistic concept render and an idea with no news yet on a possible Malaysia release date or pricing, but if it does come true it could be a good step forward for the wearable mobile device many are expecting to replace the smartphone. Check out the Blocks video for yourself in this article or go to the Blocks site for more information.

As our lives become more and more connected through Smart devices like HDTVs, TV Boxes and game consoles, it is becoming increasingly difficult to interact with them, all the more so since there is a remote for each device. For this reason, the RANGER SMARTY Remote Keyboard was created as it combines a Universal remote control with a Wireless Keyboard and Air Mouse. This dual-sided accessory lets you control your Smart TV, HDTV, game consoles and other compatible devices at a distance with a range of up 8 meters, this wireless remote has a microphone and speaker which lets you access voice calls through Skype via your Smart TV while the built-in six-axis gyro allows for air mouse motion control. Other notable features include it's ability to learn your preferences while providing an 8-channel infrared remote control function. Tech specs for the RANGER SMARTY Remote Keyboard include the following:

• 2.4GHz wireless
• Up to 10 meters transmission range (8 meters operational range )
• +4db Max Transmit Power, 3.3V, <50mA current
• 5V charge voltage, <300mA charge current
• 156(L) x49.5(W) x 10(H) mm | 74G
• 350 mAH built-in Lithium-ion battery
• Supports Windows XP/Vista/CE/7/8, Android 2.3 or above (with standard USB Interface), Linux (Debian-3.1, Redhat-9.0, Ubuntu-8.10, Fedora-7.0 tested), HD Player, TV set, Set-Top Box, DVD/VCD/CD equipment, HID compatible device

Joining the rest of the major telcos in Malaysia, DiGi have recently unveiled their new DG SmartPlan postpaid plans which will feature 4G LTE connectivity. While there was 4G LTE provided previously for the DiGi Broadband and Tablet Internet Plans, the refresh should let smartphone owners join the fray. In line with this, DiGi have removed their SmartPlan 58 and SmartPlan 88 postpaid plans to be replaced with the DG SmartPlan 50, SmartPlan 78 and SmartPlan 108 all of which feature data, voice calls, SMS and other common services. In general, the plans offer more data and a few extra features such as unlimited calls within the DiGi network during weekends and so forth. For more details check out the table and links in this article.

Sony recently showed off their latest devices unveiled at MWC 2014 which included the Sony Xperia Z2, Xperia Z2 Tablet, Xperia M2, Xperia T2 Ultra, Smartwear and Xperia Z1 Compact. What is even more interesting is that all of these devices could be coming to Malaysia very soon in the coming months. While we're excited to see the latest Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet becoming available here so soon, we're also looking forward to the Xperia Z1 Compact, which to date is the only mini version smartphone to retain more or less the same tech specs as the smartphone it originated from which is the Sony Xperia Z1. Check out the Malaysia reveal dates for these devices below:

• Sony Xperia Z1 Compact ~ 2nd week of March 2014 to 1st week of April 2014
• Sony Xperia Z2 ~ 1st week of April 2014
• Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet ~ 1st week of April 2014
• Sony Xperia T2 Ultra ~ 1st week of April 2014
• Sony Xperia M2 ~ 2nd week of april
• Sony Smartwear (Core, Smartband) ~ 2nd to 3rd week of April 2014

Lenovo Malaysia will soon launch their latest flagship smartphone, the Lenovo Vibe Z for Malaysian markets as soon as next week. The Lenovo Vibe Z or K910 is one of the few Lenovo devices to pack in a 2.2Ghz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor which also allows for some fast 4G LTE connectivity. Other tech specs include 2GB of RAM, 16GB storage, a 5.5-inch display with IPS and 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, a 13MP f1.8 rear camera and 5MP front camera. The smartphone weighs in at 147g and is just 7.9mm thin with a laser etched fabric feel backside for a more textured feel. It will come packing Android 4.3. So far, there isn't any Malaysia pricing just yet, but the international pricing is set at $549 (RM1791). At the Malaysia launch, the smartphone is expected to be revealed under various Celcom LTE plans and bundles so stay tuned for more information next week.

After revealing it's midrange L Series III at the recent MWC 2014, LG have officially announced the LG L90, which is the top-of-the-line model for the new series. On top of some tempting tech specs, the LG L90 will also come packing the latest Android 4.4 KitKat operating system, LG's new UX features and the LG Knock Code feature. Other notable tech specs for the LG L90 include:

• 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm MSM8226 processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB storage + SD Card Slot (up to 32 GB)
• 4.7-inch display (IPS, 960 x 540 pixel resolution, 235 ppi)
• 8MP /5MP AF rear camera (depending on market) + 1.3MP front camera
• 131.5 x 66.0 x 9.7mm
• 2540 mAh battery
• Android 4.4 KitKat

Shaping up to be another tech spec beast is the Oppo Find 7 as a teaser image coming direct from Oppo has confirmed that the upcoming smartphone will have two versions, one with a full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution screen and another with a 2K or 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution display. Other unconfirmed tech specs include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor and 3GB of RAM for the 2K version while the full HD version is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and 2GB of RAM. Hopefully, either version of the Oppo Find 7 will also have the rumoured 50MP camera as well. While there isn't any specific Malaysia release dates or pricing we should know more after the official announcement due on 19 March for Beijing so stay tuned.

Samsung revealed quite a lot of new devices recently including the Samsung Galaxy S5, Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 and Samsung Gear Fit. Just in case you haven't seen everything there is to see about them, Samsung have also released some official highlight videos as well. Check out the videos in this article.

If you've ever wanted to transfer files from your smartphone to your laptop or PC and back without any Internet, you'll have thought, "Isn't there a better way?". Thankfully, there is, and we just reported on it a while back. This solution is the Ultra Dual USB drive from SanDisk, which is a thumbdrive with both microUSB and standard USB 2.0 jacks built into the flash memory drive. Coming in from 16GB to 64GB, the SanDisk Ultra Dual USB drives will be priced from RM55 to RM155 and are compatible with Android devices. You can also use it with the SanDisk Memory Zone App for easier management but for more information, check out the video below and the SanDisk site.

The computer scene in the movie Minority Report may have visualized it best, but everyone dreams of writing in the air and having it appear on your computer, smartphone or other device. While there are a whole bunch of motion controlled wearables coming, the Logbar Ring could well allow us all to write in the air once more. Currently a Kickstarter crowd-funding project, the Logbar Ring is a bluetooth device which allows you to write or gesture in the air, interpret these gestures and send them to your device of choice, sort of like an air keyboard. It also gets notifications but the main focus of the Logbar Ring is for gesture control. It is compatible with iOS, Android and Windows Phone devices, even smart watches and Google Glass, and you can customize gestures as you will. In terms of design the Logbar Ring looks like a large thick ring and can do 1000 gestures on a single charge. Logbar have already reached their Kickstarter goal with another 30 days to go so you can still get the Ring set from $165 (RM540). The Logbar Ring will be shipped in July 2014. Check out Logbar Ring site for more information.