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ASUS Malaysia recently launched a trifecta of affordable yet feature-filled devices with the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE171CG, ASUS ZenFone C and ASUS EeeBook X205. The Fonepad 7 FE171CG doubles tech specs and features by offering a slimmer 7.9mm thin body, 8MP rear camera, 16GB storage and 2GB RAM for just RM529. While it doesn't replace the Fonepad 7 FE170CG, the ASUS ZenFone C replaces the ZenFone 4 smartphones for RM349. Notable tech specs for the ZenFone C includes a 4.5-inch display, larger 2100 mAh battery, 5MP PixelMaster camera with Low-Light function and SonicMaster audio with external amplifier. The third device is the ASUS EeeBook X205 which is a stylish and thin Windows 8.1 notebook computer with an 11.6-inch display for just RM699 for the 32GB storage version and RM799 for the 64GB storage version. Check out our hands-on photos of the three ASUS devices.

As one of the latest tablets in the market the ASUS MeMO Pad 8 ME581CL offers some really top-of-the-line technologies, including AnyPen technology. AnyPen allows you to use many different objects as a stylus and we go hands-on with a pencil, metal chopstick and chilli. Other notable tech specs include an 8-inch full HD 1080p display, 4G LTE, NFC and a fast 64-bit Intel processor. Thankfully, the screen on the MeMO Pad 8 ME581CL is really tough and scratch resistant thanks to a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3, so it can take most pointy things without any scratches. Retailing at RM1099 the MeMO Pad 8 ME581CL is now available for even lower around RM959 or so at third-party sellers like SatuGadgetDotCom and DirectD. Check out the hands-on video below for yourself and stay tuned for the full review.

DiGi is now offering the Meizu MX4 smartphone from RM429 with their postpaid plans. Retailing at RM1299, this version of the smartphone packs in 32GB worth of storage. As usual with DiGi, to qualify you'll have to sign up for a postpaid DG SmartPlan 78, 108 or 148 postpaid plan under a 24 month contract. Active Digi postpaid users with 12 months usage or more can waive the advance payment, but if not, you'll have to pay a 1 month's worth advance payment. For more details, check out the table and links in this article.

Even today, Wireless Charging doesn't actually involve wireless transfer of charge. It requires physical contact of the wireless compatible rear charging cover and a charging plate to work. However, Microsoft claims that it has developed a true wireless charging technology. The new mobile charging project is called AutoCharge and requires no charging cables or pads. This new technology uses image recognition and solar charging to find a smartphone and charge it automatically, without any physical contact. Identifying the smartphone doesn't take much time and Microsoft claims that its light charger can detect a phone and start charging in just 0.3 seconds. The company used cameras to detect a device on a flat surface and check the level of charging. Once, the charger detected that the device needs charge; it will then fire off beams carrying charge towards the device. Microsoft developed a special indoor solar charging mechanism to make wireless charging a reality. The technology uses a straight beam of concentrated light which is pointed at the device to be charged. The low scatter makes sure that the charge is carried to the phone from the charger. Unfortunately, the device requires an integrated solar charging cover for this technology to work and it would take some time before this technology can be incorporated into everyday devices. 

The Huawei Honor X2 (or the MediaPad X2 as they call it here in Malaysia) was reportedly leaked this Wednesday. Thanks to the leak, we now know the phone's design, price as well as the specs. The source claims that the phone will come with a metal chassis (picture added above), probably aluminum. The specs will be top notch just like the MediaPad X1. The Honor X2 is said to come with an octa-core Kirin 925 processor with 3GB RAM onboard. There will be a 7-inch display sporting a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. Other tech specs of the device have not yet been revealed but the price tag is expected to be around 1999 Yuan (RM1152). On a related note, the upcoming Huawei P8 flagship is reportedly launching in April this year. It was said earlier that the phone would see the light of the day at MWC 2015. Given that it is the successor to the existing Ascend P7, the device will probably feature high-end tech specs. The phone will sport a Kirin 930 chipset along with 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, 5.2-inch 1080p display and a fingerprint sensor. Huawei could sell the device for an approximate price tag of $483 (RM1739) but there are no Malaysia pricing details or release dates just yet.   

HTC's upcoming flagship device, the HTC One M9 has been making the rumor rounds for quite some time now. The device was recently spotted alongside the old HTC One M8 model and the differences between the two (although slight) were carefully marked in the picture. Although the device is probably a prototype model, its looks like it is in the final stages of design. One of the significant differences between the two models is the size of the bezels at the bottom and the sides of the display. The bottom HTC logo is now thinner and smaller making that area more compact than before. On both the sides of the screen, the bezels have been reduced greatly. So the alleged HTC One M9 looks much smaller and compact than the existing flagship. According to the picture, it looks like the device will retain the 5-inch display, which contradicts earlier rumors that said it will have a 5.5-inch 2K display. There may also be a 64-bit Snapdragon 810 processor with 3GB RAM onboard. At the back, the phone is said to feature a 20.7MP camera and up front, there could be a 13MP selfie shooter just like the HTC Desire Eye. As for software, the phone will probably come with Android 5.0.1 with Sense 7.0 UI on top but as always, do take this leak with a pinch of salt.

The Samsung Galaxy Note Edge remains the only smartphone in the world with a bended touchscreen on the side. Initially released with limited units for only certain countries, it seems that the Galaxy Note Edge could soon make it's way to Malaysia. This is because it was recently spotted in the SIRIM database under it's code number of SM-N915F. Other notable tech specs and features for the Galaxy Note Edge include a 2.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor, 3GB RAM and a 16MP ISOCELL rear camera along with S Pen stylus support. No news yet on specific Malaysia release dates or pricing but we expect the price to be higher than the RM2499 priced Samsung Galaxy Note 4 due to the Galaxy Note Edge's limited units. Stay tuned for more developments as it could be coming with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A7 which has also appeared on the SIRIM database.

Samsung Malaysia recently announced that their various Samsung device users can now get RM20 off taxi fare for Easy Taxi up to three times through the Samsung Galaxy Life app. The offer should be available throughout January 2015 so there are at least another 7 days or so to get this offer. The Samsung Galaxy Life app is available most Samsung Galaxy devices including smartphones and tablets. The Galaxy Life platform offers various offers, coupons, vouchers and value-added tie-ins with other brands and services in Malaysia.

HP unveiled three new tablets this Tuesday. The company has been making tablets for the past few years and looks to expand its lineup with the new HP Pro Slate 12, Pro Slate 8 and the Pro Slate 10 EEmodels. All the three models run on Google's Android platform. The Pro Slate 12, like the name suggests is the largest device of the three. It comes with a large 12.3-inch display with a disappointing resolution of 1600 x 1200. This translates to pixel density of just 163 ppi which is very low as compared to today's standards. The next model is the HP Pro Slate 8 which features an 8-inch screen. Interestingly, the resolution on this model is better than the former – 2048 x 1536 pixels, which comes to around 324 ppi. Both the models run on the same Snapdragon 800 processor with 2GB RAM inside. Finally, the third model of the lot is the new HP Pro Slate 10 EE. It comes with modest tech specs like an Intel Atom processor clocked at 1.3GHz, 1GB RAM and a 10-inch display featuring a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. The first two models will be accompanied by the company's new HP Duet pen sporting a new ultra sonic sound technology which helps improve the precision of the stylus. As of now, no Malaysia release dates or pricing details have been revealed.   

Samsung is continuing its strategy of expanding its smartphone lineup aggressively. The company recently announced the new Samsung Galaxy Grand Neo Plus with modest tech specs and Dual SIM support. The device is aimed at budget smartphone buyers and will succeed the Galaxy Grand Neo model which was released back in 2014. To keep the price low, Samsung went with a quad-core Broadcom processor clocked at 1.2GHz. For RAM, there is 1GB on board and for memory; there is 8GB internal which can be further expanded via MicroSD. The display is a bit disappointing, as the 5-inch screen features a resolution of just 800 x 480 pixels. At the back, there is a rear camera measuring 5MP with LED flash and up front, there is a 2MP shooter. Other tech specs include HSPA+ connectivity and 2100 mAh battery. As for software, the Galaxy Neo Plus runs on Android 4.4 KitKat with the company's TouchWiz UI on top. The phone does have Samsung's special softwares like Ultra Power Saving mode and other selfie features. The phone will be available in black and white colors and will release in a number of European countries as well as India for an estimated price tag of $190 (RM682). No Malaysia release date or pricing details have been revealed till now.