News & Reviews:   Apple

In case you didn't know, Apple TV+ is actually going to launch in Malaysia! It will start from tomorrow onwards (2 November 2019) and the official monthly payment is RM19.90. All Apple device users such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, iPod Touch and an Apple TV device can stream Apple TV+. 

Based on a tweet by @WABetainfo, WhatsApp could possibly come with a feature that allows it to be used on multiple devices simultaneously. While they have not given us an ETA of when this feature will be available, the new update gives users greater flexibility when it comes to communicating via WhatsApp.

Based on a statement by mydrivers.com, Apple might be unveiling their new AirPods Pro which would most likely be priced at NT$8000(~RM1096. The main difference between the AirPods Pro compared to the previous two AirPods that were released is due to the that it comes with what seems to be Silicon ear tips, which would provide a better fit to most wearers.

It seems that the latest 7th generation iPad has finally been listed on Apple Malaysia’s official website, starting from the price of RM1499 for the WiFi-only variant. The WiFi + Cellular variant, on the other hand, will be more expensive at RM1999.

Earlier today, Digi has officially announced that they have more than 7000 Digi WiFi access points across Malaysia, which are currently located in various key areas. These areas include shopping malls, business centres, tourist spots as well as several educational sectors such as colleges and universities. By connecting to the aforementioned Digi WiFi, the user can have unlimited internet quota with speeds of up to 4Mbps starting from only RM1.

Snapchat and SYBO Games has announced today that you can race against your friends via Subway Surfers Air Time, which can be found on the Snapchat app. To go into more detail about the game, Subway Surfers Air Time is the first franchise extension from the immensely popular Subway Surfers game released several years back.

During the launch event, Apple has also unveiled the Apple Watch 5 which comes with various new and upgraded features such as an Always-on Retina Display, Apple Hearing, Apple Women’s Health and more. The watch has two variants which are the GPS, as well as the GPS+Cellular for the price of USD399(~RM1662) and USD499(~RM2079) respectively.

Apple has recently announced the 7th generation iPad, which is equipped with a 10.2-inch retina display, 10-hour battery life and iPad OS starting from the price of 329USD(~RM1370). Other than what was mentioned, the new iPad comes with an 8MP camera, TouchID, SmartConnector as well as Apple pencil support.

Family Mart has announced that their My FamilyMart mobile app is now officially available for download via the Google Play Store, as well as the iOS App Store. Not only that, but you can also sign up to get free stuff such as Sofuto Ice Cream and more as well every week.

In an attempt to reduce reliance on Samsung, Apple had been working closely with Chinese display manufacturer BOE Technology Group to have their displays certified for future Apple devices. Not only that, but they have also noted that Apple had also been rigorously testing the manufacturer’s flexible OLED panels as well based on a statement by nikkei.com.