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[EVENT] Honor 8 Pro - Super Smartphone Unveiled in Malaysia

honor Malaysia today introduced its super smartphone, the honor 8 Pro. Delivering maximum performance in a minimalist package, the stunning new device sets the standard in every way – with cutting-edge processing power, long lasting battery life, 5.7-inch Quad HD display and a dual-lens camera all packed into an impossibly thin 6.97mm body.

[UNBOXING & FIRST IMPRESSION] OPPO F1s - anyone now can be a Selfie Expert!

OPPO released their Selfie Expert series, OPPO F1s in Malaysia on 10 August 2016 at the retail price of RM 1198 (with GST). OPPO F1s is the new choice for both photography and selfie. Click here to have a look on the article about the launching event. OPPO F1s sports a 5.5 inch full HD display and powered by MediaTek octa-core processor with 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM (expandable to 128 GB). 

OPPO F1s Specs :

  • MediaTek 6750 processor
  • 3GB RAM
  • 5.5-inch FHD display 
  • 32GB storage (expandable to 128GB)
  • 13 megapixel rear camera with f/2.2 aperture
  • 16 megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture
  • 3G, LTE
  • WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS
  • ColorOS 3.0
  • 3075 mAh non-removable battery

Photo Gallery :
Brochure wrapping?
Does it look alike?
Nice compartment for charger and cable
All accessories you needed! 
FOC silicon casing to protect your F1s

First Impression :
I thought the box was wrapped with a brochure when I first hold onto the OPPO F1S Selfie Expert box and later only I realized the barcode with serial number at the back, which means oooopppsssss it's not the brochure! What attracted me here is the 16MP front-facing camera that listed as the first main selling point on top of the outer layer. Anyhow, this could be a good protection layer for the silky milky white box that comes with the latest OPPO F1S Selfie Expert beauty. Trying to separate the box with care as the device is still in the box (it reminds me of opening up an iphone box though) and I was really surprised when I saw the beauty! As the OPPO F1S Selfie Expert does look alike with an iphone plus! The only difference would be the home button shape, an oval shape on OPPO F1S Selfie Expert. Exploring further in the box, a new transparent silicon casing is included where consumer can use right after the purchase of the OPPO F1S Selfie Expert. Unfortunately, oppo did not upgrade the charging adapter into convertible type nor the charging port. The OPPO F1S Selfie Expert is still utilizing the micro USB port and the ear phones that come in the box is those launched quite some times ago. Nothing much discovered during the unboxing of the OPPO F1S Selfie Expert beauty, I am expecting more to come in the functionality instead of the whole appearance or specification comes in this beauty device.

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[REVIEW] Asus ZenPower Pro - Pro than before?

Asus first powerbank series - Asus ZenPower is well known with its "credit card" size, which is also the first powerbank that equipped with 2.4A charging output. The success of ZenPower making Asus in creating another powerful series of powerbanks, Asus ZenPower Pro. It is yet to be released in Malaysia, but we are lucky to be the first batch to try out the ZenPower Pro.

No more nonsense and let's dive into how pro the Asus ZenPower Pro can be!

[EVENT] Innergie - Reimagines charging for travelers

'Travelling companion' has taken on a whole new meaning for frequent travelers, as smart mobile devices are now considered to be the most vital companion item travelers carry with them wherever they go.Without a doubt, mobile devices have become part of the very fabric of modern life, but ensuring that these mobile devices are constantly up-and-running can be quite a challenge.

[REVIEW] Asus Zenfone Zoom, new era of mobile photography?

Asus had released their latest mobile photography smartphone, the Asus Zenfone Zoom in Malaysia this early January at the retail price of RM 2,099 (included GST). Asus Zenfone Zoom is powered by Intel Quad Core processor, 4GB RAM and also 128GB ROM. The rear camera is a 13MP PixelMaster camera with 10-element lens with built-in laser auto-focus. The appearance of Asus Zenfone Zoom creates a new era of mobile photography with sleek design, thinner body yet with a feel of owning a DSLR.

So let's go on a tour looking at how powerful Asus Zenfone Zoom is in creating a new era for mobile photography!

the [A]ppearance
During mid of 2014, Samsung did launch a smartphone that comes with optical zoom, literally being named as Samsung K Zoom. It was one of the hottest model in the market previously, however it is too bulky to bring around as a phone. It is an honor to say that Asus managed to keep the thinness of Zenfone Zoom, making it as the world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. Unlike the other Zenfone models, Zenfone Zoom is covered with a premium leather back casing. It boosts up the whole look and the classiness in both the milky white or piano black. A shutter button is equipped at the same side of power and volume button, lead to easier and more time-saving photo capturing or video recording session. No longer losing any special scene! Additionally, the volume button is customized to work as the optical zoom function that zooms up to 3X without any noise. 
The shutter button is very useful for photo capturing especially selfies!


the [B]rain
The brain of Asus Zenfone Zoom is powered by the latest Intel 64 bit Super Quad-Core processor together with 4GB RAM. If 128GB storage is not sufficient, you may add on extra storage through the Micro SD card slot available, up to another 128GB. The 3000mAh capacity non-removable battery is common in the market that makes no difference among Zenfone Zoom and other smartphone. Somehow, Zenfone Zoom can still lasts up to almost a day for moderate usage. No hassles charging Zenfone Zoom in the middle of your work and/or battery dying on the way back home after work. Does it sound great to you?  ZenUI is one of my favourite OS as it offers smart grouping, knock-to-wake feature, customized gesture to open the app directly when phone is sleeping and many mores.

the [C]amera
Asus has underlined Zenfone Zoom as a new era of mobile photography with its hoya 10-element lens as well as the 3X optical zoom. However, the aperture will be adjusted automatically between f2.7 and 4.8 depends on the focus length used. The built in Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is able to eliminate shaky and blurry shot, but it does not helps during night time photography as the photo taken still shaky or blurred. Although Low Light mode (mode specially designed for users to take photo when the light source is not sufficient) is available on device, but photo only captured at 3 megapixel which will destroy the image quality . 
I do enjoy taking photo using Zenfone Zoom's auto white balance as it brings out more accurate environment tone and save up my time from doing any editing before posting on social media. The 3X optical zoom works better than post-cropping your photo. You can #ZoomToMax to #SeeTheWorldUpClose yet with awesome and sharp photos. It will be better if the aperture stays at f2.7 to create greater bokeh feel even after applying the 3X optical zoom.

Below are some sample shots taken with Asus Zenfone Zoom
Taken @ BBCC Ecoworld
Taken @ product seminar
Taken @ Huat The Fish live show 2016
Taken @ Amei Utopia 2016 Concert
Taken @ Korean Cafe

the [D]enouement
It is a shame to say that Zenfone Zoom heats up much more faster and consumes much more battery with the boosted Intel processor. I found that it can easily eats up 30% of battery after shooting continuously for 2 hours. From the perception of a professional photographer, who will be using gears for at least 6 hours for an event, a powerbank is needed in hand if you plan to snap photo using Zenfone Zoom as the spare battery tricks will not be working on this device for the nondetachable battery. Furthermore, Asus should improve low-light mode or night time photography to make it more like a DSLR smartphone. Other than that, RAW image format should be included in the camera software to work alike to a DSLR. If Asus is able to overcome all these limitations, it is for sure Asus Zenfone Zoom will become the new era of mobile photography!

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Reviewing Honor 5X Camera (Good Food Mode) at Korean No. 1 BBQ Chicken Restaurant (Berjaya Times Square branch)

Are you a city hopper around KL area? Been too many times in Berjaya Times Square but have no idea about where to go for a quick bite or filling meal? Don't ever miss this post then! As I would like to introduce you the no. 1 Korean BBQ chicken that you do not even need to spend that much to fly to Korea. To be honest, it is my thousand times being here, passing by at least a hundred times with no further steps taken. With the fragrant aroma spreading around the area, I decided to give it a try since I have to do a camera review for the latest Honor 5X.


Even if you are not a city hopper or you do not live in KL city, hold still, it is okay, you can also visit the other BBQ branches as they own 17 outlets in Malaysia and more than 4,150 outlets in 59 countries over the world!



Does it looks familiar but still cannot figure out where does it locate? No worries! Secret to be revealed!


Ta-dah! Yes it is the familiar cinema logo! It is located just opposite GSC and next to Old Town Cafe (refer to next photo shown below).


It is quite spacious outside that you do not have to worry about places to be seated.


It does look like a self-order counter but fortunately it is not! I was served to be seated comfortably with a classy menu provided.

After struggling some times with the menu, I decided to get myself an appetizer, a main course as well as a snack bites combo.


Surprisingly FOODPANDA was spotted in the restaurant too! I took a photo with a consent of the delivery man and assuming this would be the savior for homie people.


The Pane Mushroom Cream Soup (RM 13.90) was being served first! It is quite a big portion that served with a soft and crispy pane.


Look at the way the pane was dipped in the mushroom soup! The premium mushroom soup is really thick and creamy. I admitted I underestimated this restaurant! Never expected that the soup will taste this good that the pane do balance up the saltiness of the creamy soup. Ommo I can still remember how it tastes.


And this is how close and how detailed Honor 5X photos resulted as! Impressed enough to have good food and nice gadget in a post? xoxo I guess I am the most lucky one who able to try both at the same time!


Secondly was the snack bites being served (Korean Combo 2: RM 26.90). This combo comes with 6 pieces of crispy olive chicken and 6 pieces of gangjeong chicken. Getting to try both flavour but pay lesser, why not?


Okay these are the crispy olive chicken! BBQ chicken is the very first brand that uses 100% Olive Oil for frying, providing tasty food with healthier choice, so why not giving them a try?


Followed by the gangjeong chicken! I wondered whether I would get "ganjeong" (in cantonese, means anxious) after eating this. The answer is absolutely! Guess why? It is spicy enough to conquer my taste bud that it even numbs for a while  =(


And here comes my main course -- Jerk BBQ (meal, RM19.90), serving with a salad, fries and a portion of rice with few cashew nuts on!


It is also the best seller in BBQ Chicken Restaurant! The whole chicken leg was marinated in BBQ Chicken secret Jamaican Jerk Sauce for more than 10 hours and being grilled over hot flame. The juiciness of chicken pairing up perfectly with different types of spices coated over the whole leg. Surely deserve to be the best seller!


Another closed-up shot by Honor 5X! I would say that for the same range of products, Honor 5X is doing a better job on the camera part!

In conclusion, I am drooling due to writing this blogpost late night and it does make me feel more hungry. BBQ chicken is definitely worth for the varieties flavours of chicken available! Recommending their Pane Mushroom Cream Soup, Olive Fried Chicken as well as the Jerk BBQ meal (you may try the ala carte one if it sounds too filling for you)! Not too much into the "ganjeong" chicken unless you are a fans of hot and spicy!

All photos shown above were taken by Honor 5X (Good Food Mode << yes I know it sounds so YEAH but ya it is true)!

Below are some photos comparing the result between different phones and to show how close the Honor 5X can hit!


This was taken by Iphone 6 with normal mode and I would say the good food mode in Honor 5X truly made a big difference on illustration purpose that food looks nicer =P


This photo was taken by Huawei Mate 8 and this is how close the Honor 5X can go!


Another photo taken by Huawei Mate 8 showing that how impressed an Honor 5X can perform!


BBQ Chicken Restaurant
(opposite GSC cinema, next to Old Town Cafe)
03-111, 3rd & 4th Floor,
Berjaya Times Square,
No. 1, Jalan Imbi,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.

03 - 2141 8126

Opening Hours: 10am - 10pm

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vivo V3MAX LAUNCHED IN MALAYSIA, FASTER THAN FASTER

After the long wait since vivo X5 Pro launched in July last year, vivo finally bring in V3Max, the latest model to Malaysia which it offers an unbeatable proposition of cutting edge technology, impressive looks and Hi-Fi music quality in the industry. 

EXMobile VoLte 2 only costs RM 549 with premium design!

EXMobile unveiled its latest VoLte series smartphones and EX Watch last Friday in Park Royal Hotel, Kuala LumpurBeing in this business for 6 years, EXMobile has built up a solid network with over 800 Malaysia dealers with more than 100 models released in the market.  

Evolution of Nexus : HTC, Samsung, Samsung, LG, LG, Motorola, LG and NOW Huawei!

Having a pure Android OS on device is something most of the Android users desire and chasing after for. 6 years ago, Google has foresee this and so created the Nexus series. Nexus series is a popular range of smartphone among tech enthusiasts and Android fans. Started as a developer smartphone in the early days of Android, Nexus series has slowly evolved since the introduction of first Nexus device.

Samsung Gear S2, New Year's Resolution

As 2015 going to end very soon, Samsung wants the public to start early and stay ahead to achieve what they set out to do in 2016 with the latest Gear S2. With the launch of Gear S2, Samsung proved how easy it is to stay on top of things, keep focused and tracks goals with a simple turn of a dial. 

Huawei unveiled Nexus 6P and Huawei Watch in Malaysia

Yesterday, Huawei Malaysia launched their latest smartphone, Nexus 6P in Malaysia. On the same day, they also unveiled the Huawei watch with premium looking, which is now available to grab in Malaysia.