Finally, after more than 2 years since the launch of OnePlus One back in 23rd April 2014, the next generation OnePlus Two is finally revealed. I have the opportunity to have a close up encounter with this highly anticipated followup which the Chinese origin company has created. The media launch was held at Lime House and we have the chance…
LTE coverage – which smartphones to bring for travel? – Revised to include new Mi Note and Oneplus Two
As a business traveller, one of the basic requirement for smartphones is to be able to plug in the local data sim cards, interchangeably with the sim card from home country. For the new Mi Note, it would be even more advantageous with the Dual Sim (4G LTE support) – i.e one sim to hold the home country sim card…
Quick test on water source with new portable Xiaomi TDS test pen (小米水质TDS检测笔) | Lifestyle Gadget Review
As part of the launch of their first home water filtration kit (小米净水器), Xiaomi also launched this cute portable TDS Water Test Pen (小米水质TDS检测笔). For a cheap price of RMB 39 (est. S$10 / USD 8), one can easily own one of such TDS test pen and bring along for any trips to determine the quality of water based on…
Buying a Mi Note phone using Uber – Fast & Innovative ecommerce experience | ECommerce, Online Buying
It is known that new Xiaomi devices are usually selling like hotcakes during their official launch. Likewise, for the new Mi Note (64GB) white, it is anticipated to be more so especially with new and better features during the 28th July SG50 sales day. To cater for sneak preview, Mi Singapore has worked with Uber (taxi/car hiring service) to bring…
First hand experience on new Mi Note phone – High Quality meets Nice Aesthetics | IT Gadgets Review
[New Product Launch, Singapore] It was a great morning to be able to mingle with the Mi Singapore team and avid Mi Fans during the Mi Note Experiential Event 2015 held at Cafe House in Singapore. It was here, we get to test drive the new Mi Note mobile phone which will be officially launch on the 28th July 2015…
Oneplus 2 (Two) to be launched in VR (Virtual Reality) – New product launch
When OnePlus first launched the One back in 2013, it has created much hype online to be one of the most value smartphone with pretty decent specifications. Once again, in 2015, OnePlus 2 will be announced on July 27 and worldwide users will be able to watch the launch live in VR (virtual reality). Leading up to the…
Highly configurable home automation with new Xiaomi Smart Home Kit | IT Gadget Review
[New Product, Smart Devices] When Xiaomi launched this new Mi Smart Home Kit 小米智能家庭套装 at RMB 199 (S$45), one would ponder if it truly live up to its name for such an attractive price next to a typical wireless door bell set. As an existing user of Wemo home automation kit, I am a firm proponent that we can leverage technologies…
Test drive the new Mac OSX El Capitan now! | Software Review
Ahead of Windows launch of Windows 10, Apple has just released for the public to test her new Mac OS X – El Capitan (10.11). Interestingly, El Capitan is a vertical rock formation in Yosemite National Park, located on the northern side of Yosemite Valley, near its western end. For existing Mac users, you can opt in and participate in…
Finally, a proper digital stylus with palm rejection – Pencil by FiftyThree (53) | IT Gadgets Review
Drawing on tablets is always challenging when you do not have stylus. FiftyThree has recognised the need of many basic users who just need to doodle without the hassles of complicated setup or expensive equipments e.g. digitiser, professional drawing tablets, expensive stylus etc. Pencil is a dual-sided pen integrates deeply with FiftyThree’s Paper app to provide extra tools and control…
Xiaomi revealed Yeelight bedside lamp – truly affordable, stylish and yet functional | IT Gadgets Review
Xiaomi never fails to bring in interesting devices for end consumers. The new Yeelight Bedside Lamp is just another useful companion to those who prefer subtle night light for reading or to create the right mood for resting – extremely useful for young kids or toddlers. The smart lamp sports an alloy and acrylic structure, and supports gesture control. The…