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Samsung Malaysia have just launched the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge today at RM2599 and RM3099 respectively with said pricing inclusive of the 6% GST but just for the 32GB storage version. Samsung has started from scratch for the two devices, offering a thin and solid yet rounded metal frame for the Galaxy S6 and curved dual-edge side screen for the Galaxy S6 edge. Tech specs and features for the Galaxy S6 include a 64-bit 2.1GHz octa-core Samsung Exynos processor, 3GB of RAM, 32GB / 64GB / 128GB storage, 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display with 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution (577 ppi), a 16MP rear camera with f/1.9 aperture and smart OIS, 5MP front camera and 2550 mAh battery. The Galaxy S6 edge on the other hand offers a  64-bit 1.8GHz octa-core Samsung Exynos processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB/64GB/128GB storage, a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display with 2K resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 4, a 16MP f/1.9 aperture rear camera and 5MP front camera. Both will be available on pre-order in Malaysia from 3 April 2015 to 12 April 2015 at www.Samsung.com/my and retail on 17 April 2015. Early-bird buyers may get a free wireless charger but stocks are limited. In addition to the above, the two smartphones also have a personalized pick-up service with free servicing during the warranty period, so if something goes wrong, Samsung will come and pick it up. Check out the hands-on photos in the article.

In conjunction with their upcoming Mi Fan Festival on 8 April 2015, Xiaomi have also announced new products including the Xiaomi Redmi 2A for RMB 599 (RM357) but as an added bonus they will also cut this price down to RMB 499 (RM298) during the Mi Fan Festival. While the Redmi 2A shares the same 4.7-inch screen and looks as the Xiaomi Redmi 2, it will use a different processor and somewhat cut-down tech specs which you can see below. Xiaomi also announced the Mi Note Pink Edition smartphone along with the Mi TV 2 55”, Mi Power Strip and Mi Smart Scale. No news on Malaysia release dates or pricing for either the Redmi 2A or the Mi Note Pink Edition yet, but we don't think it will be available for the Mi Fan Festival here in Malaysia just yet.

• Xiaomi Redmi 2A 
• 1.5GHz Leadcore L1860C processor
• 1GB RAM
• 8GB storage
• 4.7-inch display (1280 x 720 pixel resolution)
• 8MP rear camera, 5-element lens
• supports TD-LTE bands only
• 2200mAh battery
• RMB 599 (RMB 499 one day Mi Fan Festival offer)

• Mi Note Pink Edition
• Snapdragon 801
• 3GB RAM
• 16GB flash
• 5.7-inch Full HD display (3D curved Gorilla Glass 3 with metal frame)
• 13MP rear camera (OIS, f/2.0) + 4MP front camera (large 2-micron pixels sensor)
• supports 4G Dual SIM
• RMB 2499 (Comes with a 5000 mAh power bank)

Xiaomi recently announced that their Mi Fan Festival would be held on 8 April 2015 to celebrate the company's 5th birthday due on 6 April 2015. In conjunction with this, Mi Malaysia will be offering existing and new Mi products for 8 April 2015 at 12pm and 8pm. Mi Malaysia fans can also enjoy up to 90% discounts and may also use the the coupons won from playing Xiaomi’s Give Mi Five game for further discounts. These products will include the following:

• Xiaomi Redmi 2 (Dark Grey) - RM449
• Mi Power Bank 5000 mAh (Red) - RM40
• Mi LED Light (Available in blue or white) - RM16
• Mi Band Strap (Available in blue or yellow) - RM16
• Mi Phone Stand (Moo Cow Blue) - RM10
• Teddy Mi Bunny 25cm (Available in brown or pink) - RM34

With the ASUS ZenFone 2 all set for it's usual regional launch on 21 April 2015 we managed to score some hands-on time with the ZenFone 2 at the recent DirectD Gadget Mega Store grand opening. This revealed some interesting features including that we'll see the ZenFone 2 packing Android 5.0 and some other interesting camera features. These include a selfie panorama mode for the front camera, and a manual and super resolution mode for the rear camera. There is also a new ZenMotion feature which not only will allow you to double tap on the screen to wake it up or suspend it but also to draw gestures on it for quick shortcuts in standby mode. We're sure there's more than just those features but we'll be able to tell you more about these and others in the next few weeks so stay tuned.

As is standard of every 1 April 2015 the tech companies are releasing their April Fools stuff and Samsung has started it off with an announcement for the Samsung Galaxy Blade Edge, the world's first connected, smart knife with a clear design and display built into the blade. It even comes with some really impressive hardware and tech specs. Obviously, Samsung is just joking here but it is nice to see them not taking themselves too seriously. Check out the Samsung Galaxy Blade Edge for yourself as well. Any Malaysia release dates or local pricing details? Again, obviously not but Samsung did manage to get this in before the smartphone manufacturers who actually make the world's thinnest smartphones. Enjoy the chuckle for yourself below:

Microsoft recently announced their new Surface 3 tablet for work and play starting from RM1879. Featuring a 10.8-inch 1920 x 1280 full HD display, the tablet offers the same look and feel of the Surface range of tablets with it's adjustable built-in kickstand but is just 8.7mm thin. Powered by a new quad-core Intel Atom x7-Z8700 processor, stand-out tech specs and features include 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac WiFi, optional 4G LTE, Surface Pen support, an 8MP rear camera, 3.5MP front camera, 2GB / 4GB RAM and 64GB / 128GB storage. It also packs in a USB 3.0 port, microSD, Mini DisplayPort, MicroUSB port and stere speakers with Dolby audio technology. Thankfully, it comes with the full Windows 8.1 and Office experience. Like other Surface tablets it also comes with a Type cover and other accessories. While it isn't available off the shelf yet, you can get it on pre-order here in Malaysia.

ASUS recently sent out invitations for the launch of the ASUS ZenFone 2 range of smartphones. Like the original ASUS ZenFone range before it, it seems that the ZenFone 2 will be seeing a regional launch on 21 April 2015. While so many new smartphones have already been announced the ZenFone 2 remains the only smartphone in the world with a version packing in 4GB of RAM. Other tech specs look to be equally impressive with a 64-bit Intel processor, 4G LTE, 5.5-inch display, brushed metal design, rear controls and a better PixelMaster camera that allows you to see what others can't see. Pricing details have already been announced with the 5-inch display version with the model number ZE550CL, 2GB RAM and 16GB storage at just 4990 NT$ (RM582).

The 5.5-inch -display ZE550ML will come with a 720p display, 2GB RAM and 16GB storage at 5990 NT$ (RM699) while the ZE551ML 32GB storage version with a 1080p display is priced at 6990 NT$ (RM815). The most premium 5.5-inch 1080p display ZE551ML with 4GB RAM, NFC and 32GB storage version will go at 8990 NT$ (RM1049) and the version with 64GB storage will go for 9990 NT$ (RM1167). No exact Malaysia release dates or pricing yet but expect the recent 6% GST to raise prices somewhat. We also expect other ASUS Zen products to appear like the ZenFlash but it hasn't been confirmed yet if we will also see the ZenFone Zoom. Stay tuned as we'll be going over to cover it directly.

After initially being priced at RM699, the Honor 4X is due for pre-order release today at 3.08pm. However, according to an anonymous tipster that's not all as the Honor 4X surprice or surprise will be an 11.44% discount inclusive of the 6% GST due on 1 April 2015. This means that instead of RM699 + RM42 (6% GST), those who pre-order the Honor 4X at 3pm will be able to get the smartphone for just RM619. Tech specs and features for the Honor 4X are quite high-end including a 64-bit octa-core Kirin 620 processor, 2GB RAM, 5.5-inch display, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 4G LTE and 3000 mAh battery. While this may be different from our expected surprise of extra freebies like a casing or memory card, this RM619 pre-order pricing is still a very welcome surprise, especially with brand new implementation of GST today. Stocks are limited to just 3000 however, so if you're interested in the Honor 4X do check out our preview or hands-on video of the smartphone and then head on over to VMALL.my at 3.08pm for the pre-order. Shipping will begin on 18 April 2015.

Featuring a new and much improved design the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge look to make a splash on 2 April 2015 here in Malaysia but before that, more than 60 lucky winners may get the opportunity to get one for free. From 23rd of March onwards, Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge hunters can hunt down Mr.S6, a fugitive on the run with 30 Samsung Galaxy S6 and 30 Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge smartphones to give away. Done in collaboration with www.hitz.fm and www.era.fm, I want #myGalaxyS6 hunters must hunt down Mr.S6. Clues can be obtained from Samsung Mobile Malaysia’s Facebook page daily from Monday to Friday and 23 March 2015 till 10 April 2015. Identify the location of Mr.S6 and find him. If you think you’ve found the correct Mr.S6, say the password “I want #myGalaxyS6”, answer the question and you will be the lucky winner of either the Samsung Galaxy S6 or the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge. Of the 60 lucky winners, 19 have already been found so check it out soon. Here's what Samsung Malaysia had to say about it.

“People are the starting and end point of Samsung’s design philosophy and we are always looking for ways to create new experiences for our consumers. With that in mind, we organised the “I want #myGalaxyS6” hunt for you to join us as we gear up for the official arrival of two latest smartphones with capabilities no other phone can match; the ground-breaking Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge,” Lee Sang Hoon, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics Sdn. Bhd.

The GST is set for implementation on 1 April 2015 and quite a few of you are worried that tech and gadget merchants or smartphone makers will raise prices. The good news is that vivo Malaysia is one of the few companies who guarantee that the pricing of their smartphones will not be affected by GST. This includes the recently announced vivo X5Max featuring it's extreme HiFi audio and slim body at the same initial pricing of RM1799. Other Vivo model smartphones should also remain at the same pre-GST pricing as before.