HP, Ferrari, fuel PC innovation with shared design and engineering vision

Source: HP. the HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari AI PC is now available in Singapore.

HP has announced the availability of the HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari AI PC in Singapore. The luxury device, the result of nearly two years of collaboration, blends Ferrari’s design philosophy and racing heritage with HP’s commitment to cutting-edge innovation and precision engineering.  

“This notebook is a true reflection of how Ferrari and HP set a cutting-edge manufacturing technology, where advanced material engineering and craftsmanship converge into a unique, uncompromising expression of performance, precision, innovation and refined design,” said Flavio Manzoni, Chief Design Officer, Ferrari.

“We are excited to work with Ferrari to create a product that transcends traditional boundaries of PC design,” added Stacy Wolff, Senior VP of Design and Sustainability, HP Inc. 

“The HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari is a testament to what can be achieved when two industry leaders combine their expertise—delivering an extraordinary user experience that is as capable as it is beautiful. This is HP at its best: built for your best work, in style.”  

The HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari is a masterclass in design and engineering, guided by a single principle: every element originates from a technical necessity. The result is a device where performance, technical clarity, and visual identity converge. 

Accompanied by a Poltrona Frau leather sleeve, crafted from the same Italian leather used in Ferrari car interiors, the device is as stylish in transit as it is in use. The CNC precision-milled chassis features a zirconium bead-blasted surface in Rosso Magma, Ferrari’s iconic finish that evokes the primal energy of molten lava. Metallic particles create 3D depth across every curve and line of the device.  

Over 2,000 calibrated micro-perforations in the technical glass surface are inspired by fluid dynamics, working in synergy with the fans to maximise air intake and cooling efficiency. The cooling system is intentionally left visible as a direct nod to Ferrari’s exposed engine bay design. 

This PC is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra X7 processor 358H with Intel Arc B390 graphics that delivers up to 180 TOPS for fast, responsive performance.

Featuring a 3 K Tandem OLED+ touch display, the HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari delivers ultra-bright visuals for a cinematic viewing experience. Exclusive Ferrari wallpapers are included. The keyboard is equipped with LED backlighting for each individual key, enabling four customisable lighting animations and any-colour selection with RGB. 

The bottom surface of the device marries carbon fibre and glass construction—a nod to Ferrari's philosophy of functional transparency. A full glass palm rest and haptic touchpad boundary that illuminates on contact are a direct extension of Ferrari’s “eyes on the road, hands on the wheel” philosophy. 

HP Wolf Security for Business provides a hardware-enforced, resilient defence against cyberthreats. 

Details

The HP Limited Edition Scuderia Ferrari AI PC is available on HP.com in Singapore for S$8,250. 

Only 4,999 units are available, each with a serial number, reflecting Ferrari’s philosophy to sell one less car than the market demands and reinforcing the device’s status as a collector's item.  

Aftershock unveils Apex 15X EVO hybrid performance laptop

Source: Aftershock PC. The new Apex 15x EVO takes over as a flagship model.

Aftershock PC, Singapore’s premier PC builder, has launched the Apex 15X EVO – one of the world’s first hybrid performance laptops aimed at pushing the limits of conventional portable offerings with a liquid-or-air-cooling design.

Representing a new generation of laptops, the flagship Apex 15X EVO combines an entirely new internal architecture with an external liquid-cooling module – the Aftershock Glacier Core – to extend its thermal capabilities for unprecedented compute performance in a mobile form factor. When liquid-cooling is enabled, the Apex 15X EVO operates at lower temperatures, decreased noise levels, and even better performance.

The Apex 15X EVO features a compact 186 x 203 x 75 mm partial-aluminium chassis and a 2.2 kg body. The laptop takes advantage of Intel’s new 12th Gen chipsets – ranging from the i7-12700K to i9-12900H – to push benchmark-breaking performances with its novel combination of performance-cores (P-Cores) and efficient-cores (E-Cores). Each core is optimised for different use cases, allowing the Apex 15X EVO to utilise P-Cores for demanding compute tasks while E-Cores maximise performance per watt for less taxing operations to offer better battery life.

In trial benchmarks, the new chipsets offered an overall 39% performance uplift in comparison to their 11th Gen counterparts, the most significant generational leap in recent iterations.

The 12th Gen CPUs are complemented by NVIDIA’s mightiest GPUs – the new RTX 3070Ti and RTX 3080Ti. The RTX 3070Ti has a 70% performance uplift over the previous-gen RTX 2070 SUPER, while the RTX 3080Ti packs even more extreme performance through its 16GB GDDR6 memory, outgunning even a desktop-class NVIDIA TITAN RTX.

Their output feeds into a screen that is in a league of its own: a brand-new QHD 240Hz Wide Color Gamut display. With a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels, the Apex 15X EVO’s panel delivers outstanding clarity and colour precision at a 240 Hz refresh rate, enabling premium competitive play while staying faithful to colour accuracy for content creation needs.

In keeping with its flagship status, the performance laptop supports up to 64 GB of next-gen 4,800 MHz DDR5 memory and up to 4 TB of 7,000 mbps GEN4 SSD storage. Core features that make the Apex 15X series a favourite remain, including a per-key-RGB mechanical keyboard, 92 Wh battery, and an extensive selection of ports.

The Apex 15X EVO is the first-ever Aftershock PC notebook to support the Aftershock Glacier Core liquid-cooling module, which amplifies the laptop’s overwhelming performance with powerful heat dissipation and thermal regulation. The module houses a pump, fan and up to 210 ml of coolant that work together to drop temperatures by up to 20^o Celsius even during the heaviest applications, resulting in lower fan speeds and far less operation noise. 

In Aftershock's labs, Apex 15X EVO systems on liquid-cooling mode performed up to 9.8% better than on the air-cooling mode. 

Aftershock PC, founded in 2012, redefines the way consumers build PCs. It has operations in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia.

Details:

Pre-orders for the flagship laptop are available starting from S$2,899 at Aftershock PC’s webstore. For a limited time only, customers purchasing the Apex 15X EVO early can look forward to receiving a free upgrade to Intel’s i9-12900H chipset whilst stocks last.

Razer launches first external dock, updates laptop stand

Razer, the global lifestyle brand for gamers, has announced its first external dock, the Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma, and an updated version of their laptop stand, the Razer Laptop Stand Chroma V2.

The two new desktop accessories aim to provide a connectivity solution to every type of user, no matter their desktop setup, with a wide selection of ports, premium aluminum build, and signature Razer Chroma RGB underglow.

Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma

The Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma has been designed as a desktop centrepiece, with a minimalistic design and matte black aluminum finish. A strip of Razer Chroma RGB lighting runs along the bottom and can be customised to match any of the 16.8 million colours available in Razer Synapse 3*.

Source: Razer. Razer announced its first external dock, the the Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma, and an updated version of their laptop stand, the Razer Laptop Stand Chroma V2.

 

With the new dock, Razer aims to expand desktop connectivity and empower users to do more – whether on a Windows or Mac** laptop or desktop. It features the latest standards in connectivity, including a UHS-II SD card reader to quickly transfer files from a camera, an Ethernet port for fast and stable Internet connectivity, three USB Type-A ports for connecting legacy devices, and four USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 ports for connecting everything else.

The dock has a bandwidth of 40 Gbps and can host up to two 4K monitors or one 8K monitor, an ultra-fast external solid state drive (SSD) for increased storage, and deliver power of up to 90 W to keep external devices charged.

Razer Laptop Stand Chroma V2

The Razer Laptop Stand Chroma V2 is the perfect companion for Mac** or Windows users with a simple laptop-based setup who are in need of a few extra ports. The matte black aluminum stand features a single USB Type-C connection that allows users to access a hub of connections lining the rear, including HDMI, USB Type-A, USB Type-C, and a dedicated USB Type-C power delivery port. Users wanting to add a touch of personality to their space can customise the individually-addressable RGB lights along the bottom to any of the 16.8 million colours available in Razer Synapse 3*.

Details:

Both products are available for preorder for at Razer.com and RazerStore retail locations exclusively for two weeks, and at select retailers later. The Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma costs US$329.99 (manufacturer's suggested retail price, MSRP) while the Razer Laptop Stand v2 Chroma is available for US$149.99 (MSRP).

*Razer Synapse 3 is not compatible with Mac OS devices.

**Mac users will need to be on the latest version of Mac OS, Big Sur, to use the device.

HUAWEI Matebook X Pro available for preordering in Singapore

The Huawei Consumer Business Group is expanding its laptop lineup in Singapore with the launch of the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro. To celebrate this, consumers will receive attractive gift bundles worth S$250-S$1,200 for the purchase of selected laptops from up to 16 August 2020.

The flagship Ultra FullView MateBook X Pro features a metallic unibody with a premium sandblasted finish. It is 14.6 mm thick and weighs 1.33 kg for enhanced mobility. and delivers a borderless experience.

Source: Huawei. The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro is a performance machine that also gives an intelligent and interconnected experience with other Huawei devices.

With slim bezels on all sides, the Ultra FullView Display in 3K resolution gives an edge-to-edge, expansive viewing experience with a 91% screen-to-body ratio¹. Huawei has decided on an unconventional 3:2 aspect ratio for the display, which the company says is better for productivity and content creation compared to mainstream widescreens.

The screen also supports 10-point multitouch interactivity and Fingers Gesture Screenshot² to give users a new and more intuitive way to interact with their devices.

The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro blazes along with the 10th Generation Intel Core i7-10510U. Equipped with NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics running on a 2 GB GDDR5 memory chip, this laptop delivers a smooth experience for scenarios with demanding graphics and video content. GDDR stands for graphics double data rate, and 2 GB GDDR5 chips provide the responsiveness needed for graphics-related applications.

The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro also houses an intelligent cooling system and filtering technology for optimal performance, and packs a 56 WHr battery for usage all day.

In addition, the HUAWEI MatePad made its debut as an affordable mainstream tablet.

Huawei’s products and services are available in more than 170 countries, and are used by a third of the world’s population. The Huawei Consumer Business Group is one of Huawei’s three business units and covers smartphones, PC and tablets, wearables and cloud services.

Details:

The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro will be available in Singapore from 25 July 2020. It is priced at S$2,698 with:

• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Storage: 1 TB HDD
• Processor: 10th Generation Intel Corei7 10510U
• Operating system: Windows 10

The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro in Space Gray is available for preorders in Singapore till 24 July 2020 at all Huawei Concept Stores, online official stores in Lazada and Shopee, as well as authorised retailers Challenger, its online shop Hachi.tech, and Courts. Lazada and Shopee are also authorised retailers.

Each preorder comes with a supersized gift bundle worth S$1,161:

Source: Huawei. The preorder bundle offer ends 24 July 2020.

The HUAWEI MateBook 13 (S$1,598), suited for young professionals, and entry-level HUAWEI MateBook D15 (S$998) will also come with a special bundle with every purchase till 16 August 2020, while stocks last.

HUAWEI MateBook X Pro specifications

Display

Size: 13.9"

Type: Low-temperature polysilicon (LTPS)

Screen-to-body ratio: 91%

Resolution: 3,000 x 2,000, 260 PPI

Aspect ratio: 3:2

Viewing angle: 178 degrees


Colour: sRGB 100% colour gamut (typical)

Contrast: 1500:1

Maximum brightness: 450 nits (typical)

Touchscreen: 10-point, anti-fingerprint coating

Look

Dimensions: 14.6 mm × 304 mm × 217 mm

Weight: Approximately 1.33 kg

Colour: Space Gray

Processor

10th Generation Intel Core i7-10510U processor

GPU

NVIDIA GeForce MX 250 with 2 GB GDDR5

Memory

16 GB LPDDR3 2,133 MHz

Hard drive

1 TB PCIe solid state drive (SSD)

Buttons and ports

Fingerprint power button

3.5 mm stereo headset jack

USB-A port x 1 (USB 3.0, maximum output 5 V/2 A)

USB-C port x 1 (USB 3.1, with a charging icon, maximum output 5 V/2 A)

USB- C port x 1 (Without a charging icon, maximum output 5 V/3 A)

Wi-Fi

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 GHz 300 Mbps, 5 GHz 1,733 Mbps, 2x2 MIMO

Bluetooth

Bluetooth 5.0, compatible with Bluetooth 4.2, Bluetooth 4.1 and Bluetooth 4.0

Camera

Front camera: 1 MP

Audio configuration

Digital microphone x 4, speaker x 4

Battery

Material: Lithium polymer

56 Whr (Rated value)

According to tests conducted by Huawei in Huawei’s laboratory environment.

Power

HUAWEI USB-C Power Adapter 65 W

Input: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Output: 20 V/3.25 A, 15 V/3 A, 12 V/2 A, 9 V/2 A, 5 V/2 A

Supports multiple output modes, and quick charge for different devices, and HUAWEI SuperCharge for certain phones¹

Featured applications

Huawei Share³
 
HUAWEI PC Manager
 
Monitor Manager

Factory Reset

Eye Comfort Mode

Finger Gesture Screenshot

In-box accessories

HUAWEI USB-C Power adapter 65 W⁴

Charger cable (USB-C)

Optional accessories

HUAWEI MateDock 2

HUAWEI Bluetooth mouse

HUAWEI Leather case

HUAWEI Backpack

HUAWEI USB 3.0 A/M TO RJ45 conversion cable

HUAWEI Sleeve

HUAWEI Leather case

Note: All specifications and descriptions provided may be different from the actual specifications and descriptions for the product and are subject to change without prior notice.

1  Data from Huawei labs. The screen-to-body ratio is calculated by dividing the active area (AA) by the touch panel (TP) area. The actual screen-to-body ratio may vary

2 This function is only available on HUAWEI MateBook X Pro with PC Manager version 9.1 or above and with the relevant drivers

3 Huawei Share enables Multi-screen Collaboration, supported on Huawei smartphones running EMUI 10.0 or later, or Honor smartphones running Magic UI 3.0 or later. The first batch of compatible smartphones includes the HUAWEI Mate 30 series (system version must be updated to 10.0.0.191 and higher). It will be rolled out on more models later. Please visit Huawei’s official website for more information
4 The 65 W power adapter is compatible with some HUAWEI SuperCharge phones: HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro, HUAWEI Mate 30, HUAWEI P30 Pro, HUAWEI Mate X, HUAWEI nova 5, and HUAWEI nova 5 Pro. The list is expected to be updated soon.
The actual charging performance may vary with the phone system. Phones should be updated to the latest version for the best charging experience.

The 65 W power adapter for the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro supports many output standards including 5 V/2 A, 9 V/2 A, 12 V/2 A, 15 V/3 A, and 20 V/3.25 A. The actual output varies, depending on the device

Microsoft unveils Surface Go 2 and Surface Book 3

Microsoft has announced that the latest Surface lineup – Surface Go 2 and Surface Book 3 - will be available for preorders starting 21 May 2020 in Singapore via commercial authorised resellers and authorised retailers at a starting price of S$648.

Source: Microsoft. The Surface Go 2 (left) and the Surface Book 3 (right).

“We are pleased to bring new Surface devices and accessories to Singapore. In the current environment, our devices are our windows to the world – our office, school, and social space. We want to make sure every person and organisation are equipped with the tools they need to stay connected and productive. Our goal is to design a Surface for every person, every work style and every location, so that it can switch context as quickly as you do to take you from work to play to everything in between,” said Shyamol Bansal, Business Group Lead for Surface & Mixed Reality, Microsoft Singapore.

Designed to provide users versatility and seamless productivity, the new Surface line-up will empower users to work, learn, connect, and play from anywhere.

Surface Go 2

The all-new Surface Go 2 retains the same lightweight, compact design as the original, but now features a larger 10.5” PixelSense display, improved battery life¹ and a model that is up to 64% faster in performance than before with new Intel 8th Generation Core M options. Surface Go 2 comes equipped with built-in Wi-Fi, plus optional LTE Advanced², providing hassle-free, secured connectivity anywhere.

Surface Go 2 also includes Studio Mics, a dual microphone solution to increase voice clarity and reduce background noise for Teams meetings; and a 5 MP front-facing camera that delivers sharp video even in low light. The rear-facing camera also has a new Camera application that allows users to easily scan documents and whiteboards.

Paired with Surface Pen, Surface Go 2 unlocks the power of natural ink for things like drawing diagrams, marking up documents or working through math equations. Users can also personalise their Surface Go with Type Covers and accessories³ in colours such as Platinum, Black, Poppy Red, and Ice Blue.

Surface Book 3

Providing users the power of a desktop, the versatility of a tablet, and the freedom of a light and thin laptop, Surface Book 3 is available in 13” or 15” sizes. Surface Book 3 15” will deliver up to 50% increased performance than its predecessor and up to 17.5 hours of battery life⁴. The device has a crisp, high-DPI PixelSense Display, smooth, precise trackpad, comfortable keyboard, and the performance of an Intel 10th Generation Core CPU and choice of NVIDIA discrete GPU. DPI stands for dots per inch. The higher the DPI number, the more detailed the image.

For gamers, Surface Book 3 15” has a NVDIA GeForce GPU with enough power to play the top Xbox Game Pass⁵ for PC titles⁶ at 1080p in a smooth 60 frames per second. The option of NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000⁷ is also available to meet the needs of commercial customers.

Surface Dock 2

This docking station that helps users expand their workstation with a simple magnetic click. The dock delivers faster charging, higher data transfer rates and enterprise management tools.
In addition to Surface Dock 2, a new, multi-port Microsoft USB-C Travel Hub will be available to offer users more ways to connect to networks, displays and USB-C accessories.

PC accessories

Source: Microsoft. The Microsoft Ergonomic Desktop.

The Microsoft Ergonomic Desktop reduces fatigue and delivers exceptional comfort and control with a split keyboard design featuring a cushioned palm rest and an ultra-precise mouse with cushioned thumb rest.

The Microsoft Bluetooth Desktop will provide users a full-sized keyset in a slim and modern design and a compact, stylish mouse that fits comfortably in your hand.

Details:

The new lineup will be generally available from 18 June 2020 for Surface Go 2 and 23 June 2020 for Surface Book 3. The family of devices and accessories will be available in the following configurations in Singapore:

Model		Suggested retail price (S$)
Surface Go 2
Intel Pentium Gold, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB eMMC^		$648
Intel Pentium Gold, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD		$868
8th Gen Intel Core m3, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD, LTE		$1,168
Surface Book 3 (13.5”)
10th Gen Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD Intel Iris Plus Graphics		$2,498
10th Gen Intel Core i7, 16 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design w/4 GB GDDR5 graphics memory		$3,098
10th Gen Intel Core i7, 32 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design w/4 GB GDDR5 graphics memory		$3,768
10th Gen Intel Core i7, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD* NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design w/4 GB GDDR5 graphics memory*		$4,078
Surface Book 3 (15”)
10th Gen Intel Core i7, 16 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD* NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design w/6 GB GDDR6 graphics memory*		$3,448
10th Gen Intel Core i7, 32 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design w/6 GB GDDR6 graphics memory		$4,188
10th Gen Intel Core i7, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design w/6 GB GDDR6 graphics memory		$4,498
Surface Dock 2
Surface Dock 2		$388

^eMMC storage technology is slower than SSD storage technology.

*Only available via the Microsoft Store.

Surface Go 2, Surface Book 3, Dock 2 and accessories are available for preorders starting 21 May 2020 in Singapore via the following commercial authorised resellers:

JK Technology
AsiaPac Distribution; and
UIC Asian Computer Services and

Authorised retailers:

Best Denki 
Challenger
Courts 
EpiCentre @ ION Orchard
Gain City 
Harvey Norman
Lazada-Microsoft flagship store
Pacific Bookstore
Shopee-Microsoft authorised official store and the
Microsoft Store.

¹ Up to 10 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in February 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Go 2. Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of:

- A web browsing test accessing eight popular websites over multiple open tabs,

- A productivity test utilising Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and

- A portion of time with the device in use with idle applications.

All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150 nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.

² Service availability and performance subject to service provider’s network. Contact your service provider for details, compatibility, pricing, SIM card, and activation. See all specs and frequencies at Surface.com.

³ Sold separately

⁴ Surface Book 3 15” connected to keyboard base: up to 17.5 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by Microsoft in April 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Book 3 15” Intel Core i7, 256 GB, 16 GB RAM. Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of:

- A web browsing test accessing eight popular websites over multiple open tabs

- A productivity test utilising Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and

- A portion of time with the device in use with idle applications.

All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150 nits with auto-brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.

⁵ Subscription required

⁶ Xbox Wireless controller pairing available on 15" model. It is not available on the 13.5" model.  

⁷ Available for commercial SKU only

LG to launch 2020 laptops at CES 2020

Source: LG. The LG gram 14T90N in action.

The 2020 lineup of LG gram laptops stick to the company’s winning formula – lightweight, compact, with a long battery life – while adding performance. Redesigned for 2020, the new lineup delivers more features and a minimalist design for a seamless, premium look.

LG’s newest gram series, highlighted by the LG gram 17 (model 17Z90N), LG gram 15 (model 15Z90N), LG gram 14 (model 14Z90N) and 14" LG gram 2-in-1 (model 14T90N), are designed to set a new standard for portable computing.

At the heart of the new series is the 10th Generation Intel Core processor with IrisPlus graphics and up to 24 GB of dual-channel DDR4 memory. With double the graphics processing power of last year’s models, users can edit 4K video on-the-go and enjoy smoother games than before.

There is a larger 80 Wh battery in both the 17Z90N and 15Z90N. The new LG grams also come with Wi-Fi 6 ensuring enhanced wireless connectivity, better efficiency and lower battery consumption. The Mega Cooling System keeps devices running cool and quiet under all usage scenarios.

A CES 2020 Innovation Award Honoree, the flagship model LG gram 17 offers maximum productivity in a portable form factor. The 17" Wide Quad Extended Graphics Array (WQXGA) IPS display delivers detailed images with precise colours. The device’s 16:10 display provides more room to work as well.

The new LG gram 15 and 14 continue the brand’s legacy of providing long usage times for less charging and more convenience. LG’s ultra-portable convertible laptop, the LG gram 2-in-1 (model 14T90N), returns this year with greater functionality and the addition of Thunderbolt 3. This versatile device retains its core DNA, delivering more than 20 hours of worktime in a package that tips the scale at 1,145 g.

“The LG gram series continues to lead the industry in delivering beyond expectations when it comes to portability without sacrifice,” said Jang Ik-hwan, head of LG’s IT business division.

“Historically, customers had to choose one feature among performance, portability and battery life. LG gram is proof that this adage is no longer true.”

Details:

Specifications	LG gram 17 (17Z90N)	LG gram 15 (15Z90N)	LG gram 14 (14Z90N)	LG gram 2-in-1 (14T90N)
Display	17”	15.6”	14”	14”
LCD	WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600), in-plane switching (IPS), over Standard RGB (sRGB) 96%	Full HD (1,920 x 1,080), IPS, over sRGB 96%	Full HD (1,920 x 1,080), IPS, over sRGB 96%	Full HD (1,920 x 1,080), IPS with touch, Corning Gorilla Glass 6 (6th generation)
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:9	16:9	16:9
Weight	1,350 g	1,120 g	999 g	1,145 g

The 2020 International CES runs from 7 to 10 January 2020 in Las Vegas, US.

Hashtag: #LGCES2020

Huawei to sell laptops in Singapore

- Singapore customers can buy the HUAWEI MateBook 13 and MateBook X Pro from May 30, 2019.

- HUAWEI P30 Pro in Amber Sunrise will be available for units with 512 GB storage.

The Huawei Consumer Business Group Singapore has announced that it will be expanding its product offerings in Singapore from smartphones and smartwatches to laptops. The laptop range includes the latest HUAWEI MateBook 13 and MateBook X Pro.

Xu Chengfei, MD, Huawei Consumer Business Group Singapore said, “We are excited to introduce our latest range of laptops in Singapore featuring premium aesthetics and powerful performance. In recent years, we have experienced double-digit growth locally which signifies a strong customer base with an appetite for innovative, high-quality products. As we continue to look at ways to expand our product offerings in the market, we want our customers to enjoy a seamless interconnected user experience within the product ecosystem.”

The HUAWEI MateBook 13 was first revealed at CES 2019 and MWC 2019. The 13" portable device combines aesthetics and performance and is targeted at the mainstream consumer. Featuring a screen-to-body ratio of 88%, the HUAWEI MateBook 13 takes its FullView design to the next level. Unlike most 16:9 laptops on the market, the HUAWEI MateBook 13 has a 3:2 display, allowing productivity apps such as Microsoft Word to display more content for the convenience of the user. The HUAWEI MateBook 13 also features a 2K display (2,160x1,440 at 200ppi) with a contrast ratio of 1000:1 and supports 100% of the RGB colour gamut.

The HUAWEI MateBook 13 is powered by 8th Generation (Whiskey Lake) Intel Core i7/i5 processor, which is 40% more powerful than its predecessor. It also has a high-speed PCIe solid state drive (SSD). Additionally, the HUAWEI MateBook 13 packs a NVIDIA GeForce MX 150 with 2 GB of GDDR5. The HUAWEI MateBook 13 adopts the HUAWEI Shark Fin Design 2.0 for its cooling system. The solution uses high-speed fans to generate a high airflow for maximum thermal performance. Further, the dual-fan system provides maximum cooling performance with no worry about noise.

At MWC 2019, Huawei also launched the newly-updated flagship HUAWEI MateBook X Pro which combines portability, a premium FullView display, cutting-edge performance and smart connectivity. The 14" HUAWEI MateBook X Pro is targeted at business travellers and content creators who are looking for mobility and productivity in their devices. It is available in Space Grey.

With slim bezels on all sides, the Ultra FullView display achieves a 91% screen-to-body ratio on the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro, in the unconventional 3:2 aspect ratio. The Ultra FullView display is a 13.9" LTPS panel supporting up to a 3K resolution (3,000x2,000) and 100% of the sRGB colour gamut. Additionally, it supports 10-point multi-touch to give users a new and more intuitive way to interface with their devices.

The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro features the Dolby Atmos Sound System. Huawei and Dolby co-designed the quad speakers, bringing an exceptional sound experience. The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro also packs a 57.4Wh battery that lasts up to 12 hours*.

Source: Huawei. The new laptops.

The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro is equipped with an 8th Generation Intel Core i7/i5 processor,NVIDIA GeForce MX250 running on 2 GB GDDR5 VRAM. For cooling, the flagship notebook houses an intelligent cooling system that dynamically switches between active and passive modes for efficient and silent cooling performance, while the two HUAWEI Shark Fin Fans 2.0 feature larger fins to produce a higher air output. The new HUAWEI MateBook X Pro also features intelligent filtering technology that provides real-time system temperature monitoring.

A new Thunderbolt 3 port which supports two-way data transmission at a speed of up to 40 Gbps. The new HUAWEI MateBook X Pro also supports world’s fastest Wi-Fi on a notebook, which allows it to get better signal reception and provide more stable connectivity.

Both the HUAWEI MateBook 13 and MateBook X Pro support the latest Huawei Share OneHop that provides users a convenient way to transfer images and videos from their smartphones to their laptop with just a tap**.

A new update*** that will be introduced next month will also support two-way document transfers without the use of a USB cable or third-party software. Users can also upload a screen recording of the laptop to the smartphone for quick sharing. The update will also include a Clipboard Sharing feature in which users can copy content from the laptop and paste it on the smartphone (vice-versa), achieving real-time cross-device sharing.

Source: Huawei. The HUAWEI P30 Pro in Amber Sunrise.

After the launch of the HUAWEI P30 Pro in Singapore last month, Huawei will additionally be introducing a new colour variant for the model in Amber Sunrise. Available from May 30, the Amber Sunrise variant offers 512 GB storage and will be sold exclusively on the official online store on Lazada and at all Huawei Concept Stores at S$1,698.

Details:

Starting at S$1,348, the new HUAWEI MateBook 13 will be available from May 30, 2019 at all Huawei Concept Stores, the official online store on Lazada and selected retailers. Customers can also make their purchase at The PC Show from May 30 – June 2, 2019 and receive a complimentary HUAWEI Watch GT Active and Huawei Backpack worth S$477 in total, while stocks last.

Local pricing and availability of the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro will be advised on a later date.

The HUAWEI MateBook series is also covered with a 2-year warranty after-sales care. Terms and conditions apply.

*Testing conducted by Huawei in Huawei’s laboratory environment.

**Requires Huawei or Honor smartphones that support near field communications (NFC) while running EMUI 9.0 or above. EMUI is the operating system used in Huawei phones.

***A new PC Manager 9.1 update will be rolled out in the month of June 2019.

Four new Surfaces enter the market

Microsoft has launched four new Surface products that are designed for today's world.

Source: Microsoft website. The Surface Pro 6.

"You need the right devices and technology that can travel with you, be ready when you are – whenever and wherever inspiration strikes," said Microsoft Chief Product Officer Panos Panay in a blog post.

"That’s the power of Surface, Windows, and Office connected together through the cloud, creating the right instrument for you. We’ve designed them together to optimise every ounce, every pixel, and every line of code to empower you to be more productive and more creative."

The new Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2 come in an all-new matte black finish. "As a team we explore different finishes. And when we modelled our devices in this beautiful matte black, we fell in love. We knew we had to bring it to life for our customers," Panay said.

Surface Pro 6 runs on the latest 8th generation Intel Quad Core processor. It is more than 67% faster than the 5th generation Surface Pro, and features a PixelSense Touch Display.

Source: Microsoft website. The Surface Laptop 2.

Surface Laptop 2 also has boosted performance from a new Quad Core 8th generation Intel processor, which enables it to be 85% faster than the original Surface Laptop. Crafted with a premium design, PixelSense Touch Display, and best-in-class keyboard and trackpad, this new generation delivers 14.5 hours of battery life.

The Surface Studio 2 is the most powerful Surface ever. The creative canvas is built for creators who need vibrancy, high graphics performance, and fast processing, backed by Pascal graphics and a GPU that is 50% faster. The new Surface Studio is 38% brighter, with 22% more contrast, and designed to work with the Surface Pen to the tune of 4,096 levels of pressure, tilt sensitivity for drawing and sketching, and best-in-class ink latency.

And now, there are Surface Headphones to complete the Surface experience. "Whether you’re in an open work space, a café or on the go, Surface Headphones help tune out or tune in wherever you are. They slip comfortably over your ears to surround you with spectacular sound quality and 13 levels of ambient noise control," Panay said.

While Surface Headphones are optimised for Surface devices, they will pair with any Bluetooth-enabled device. Two beam-forming microphones on each ear cup, eight microphones in total, offer excellent call experiences. Intuitive on-ear dials provide easy adjustment of volume and noise cancellation.

Details:

Within the Asia Pacific region, Surface Studio 2 is available to preorder in Australia and New Zealand. Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2 can be preordered in Australia, China, Japan, and New Zealand. Additional market availability expected in 2019.

Surface Headphones are currently only available in the US and the UK.

New Surface lineup lands in Singapore

Gary Chan, Retail Partner Services Lead, Microsoft Asia Pacific (left) with Microsoft Surface user Max Tan, Singapore Fashion Designer and founder of the brand, max.tan, at the new Surface store in Singapore. Tan said the pressure-sensitive pen offers a high level of sensitivity and that he is "addicted" to using the Surface Pro family.

Microsoft has unveiled its entire Surface lineup in Singapore, aimed at inspiring users to achieve more with the perfect Windows 10 device. Designed to empower work life and everyday life, the touch- and pen-capable Surface Book 2, Surface Laptop, and Surface Studio now join the Surface Pro as part of the full lineup of Surface devices available to customers in Singapore.

The new Surface offerings will be available for purchase on the Microsoft Store and through authorised retailers, and include:

Source: Microsoft. From left: Surface Pro, Surface Book 2, 

Surface Studio, and Surface Laptop. The Surface Pen is in the 

foreground on the left, and the Surface Dial in the centre of 

the foreground.

Surface Book 2

The most powerful Surface yet, Surface Book 2 is designed to deliver the ultimate in performance and versatility without compromise, featuring the latest Intel Dual-Core or Quad-Core processors, NVIDIA GeForce GPUs, and up to 17 hours of battery life. Available in 13.5" and 15" options, the Surface Book 2 is up to five times as powerful as the original. It is also able to support varying workstyles, including studio mode, laptop mode, view mode, and also tablet mode by detaching the screen.

Surface Book 2 configurations have a suggested retail price (SRP) beginning from S$2,188.

Surface Laptop

Surface Laptop is crafted for a portable and performance-packed experience powered by Windows 10 S. Windows 10 S offers a new Windows experience streamlined for security and superior performance, including faster startups with the InstantOn feature. It is engineered to start fast and stay fast with a 7th generation Intel Core processor and up to 14.5 hours of battery life* to last through the day. At 1.25 kg** and less than 14.5mm thin, Surface Laptop is ideal for those who want a light device on-the-go.

The Surface Laptop features a keyboard covered in Alcantara material, along with a quiet and responsive keyset, large precision trackpad, and soft palm rest for typing comfort.

Surface laptops have an SRP of S$1,488 and up.

Surface Studio

With a 28" PixelSense Display that is adjustable, the Surface Studio is a new type of device designed for the creative process. It provides a canvas for users to sketch, paint and edit photos, and can even be laid flat like a drafting table thanks to a Zero Gravity Hinge. Paired with the Surface Dial***, a small cylindrical device which provides easy access to shortcuts, controls and drawing tools, the Surface Studio is designed to be the ultimate creative studio. The Dial is a controller that offers context-sensitive menus when placed on the Surface Studio screen, as well as haptic feedback.

The Surface Studio costs S$6,488, while the Surface Dial is S$159.

A new S$148 Surface Precision Mouse offers flawless scrolling, customisable thumb buttons****, and the ability to support three computers simultaneously*****.

“Since the launch of Surface Pro in Singapore, we have been receiving feedback from our consumers that they are looking for different forms of Windows devices to suit their varying needs. Today, we are excited to be bringing an expanded lineup of Surface devices, which brings an ultimate computing experience with the combination of power and portability, and will inspire users to bring a new level of creativity to their work,” said Veronica Chiu, Windows and Devices Business Group Lead, Microsoft Singapore at the time of the announcement.

“In addition, the new Surface premium experience in Singapore is a commitment to deliver a one-stop experience for customers to experience the ultimate Windows devices that brings the best of Microsoft in one location.”

Source: Microsoft. The first Surface Store experience in
Southeast Asia is at the Harvey Norman Millenia Walk
Flagship Superstore in Singapore. 

Microsoft also launched the first dedicated Surface Store in Southeast Asia. The store is in Singapore, at the Harvey Norman Millenia Walk Flagship Superstore.

The new Surface Store features the full lineup of Surface devices and accessories so customers can decide easily on the best device to empower both work and life. Officially opening on 10 March 2018, it will offer a new Concierge service where customers can get support for their Surface device, regardless of where or when it was purchased.

Details:

The new Surface products will be available 15 March. Surface Book 2 and Surface Studio are available for preorder on the Microsoft Store as well as at authorised retailers including Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, LOL by Epicentre, Harvey Norman, and Newstead, both online and in-store.

In addition, the lineup will be available for commercial customers via Authorised Device Resellers including AsiaPac Distribution, JK Technology, and UIC Asian Computer Services.

Explore:

View the Instavideo where Chan talks about the Alcantara covers

Hashtag: #SurfaceFam

*Testing conducted by Microsoft in April 2017 using a preproduction Intel Core, 256GB, 8 GB RAM device. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during video playback. All settings were default except: Wi-Fi was associated with a network and auto-brightness disabled. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage, and other factors

**Weight is based on i5 configuration

***Sold separately

****Customisation not available on devices running Windows 10 S or Mac OSX

*****Smart Switching not available on devices running Windows 10 S or Mac OSX

Preorders open in Singapore for new Microsoft Surface family members

Microsoft has made a number of products in its Surface family available for preorders.

Source: Challenger eDM. Preorder invitation for the Microsoft Surface Laptop.

The Surface Laptop will be available in Singapore starting 24 January, with preorders now available from the Microsoft Store as well as authorised retailers. The retailers include Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, LOL by Epicentre, Harvey Norman, and Newstead.

Starting from S$1,488, Surface Laptop balances performance and style. The Surface Laptop is engineered to start fast and stay fast with a 7th generation Intel Core processor and up to 14.5 hours of battery life*. At 1.25 kg** and under 14.5mm thick, the Surface Laptop is also engineered for portability.

“We are excited to be bringing Surface Laptop to Singapore for customers who are seeking a differentiated laptop experience,” said Veronica Chiu, Windows and Devices Group Lead, Microsoft Singapore earlier this month.

“Meticulously crafted to deliver a portable and performance packed experience, Surface Laptop empowers our customers to unleash their creative potential by bringing the best of Windows and Office together, while redefining its category.”

Available in Platinum, the signature keyboard on the Surface Laptop is covered in Alcantara material and features a quiet, responsive keyset, large precision trackpad, and soft palm rest for typing comfort.

The 13.5" PixelSense Display is optimised for touch and inking while the optically-bonded Corning Gorilla Glass 3 adds durability. The Surface Laptop will also support the new Surface Pen***.
Shipping with Windows 10 S, a new Windows experience streamlined for security and superior performance, Surface Laptop starts up and runs faster with InstantOn and an operating system optimised for sustained performance.

With Windows 10 S, applications that are downloaded from the Windows Store are first verified for security, and then locally run in a “container” that is isolated from other containers for safety. In addition, Surface Laptop is fully integrated with OneDrive to keep  content safe in the cloud.
Preorders for the Microsoft Surface Studio, along with Surface Dial are also available now.

Source: Microsoft. The Surface Studio.

The Surface Studio is an entirely new device designed for the creative process. With a 28" PixelSense Display that is adjustable, the Surface Studio provides a canvas for users to sketch, paint and edit photos, or even to lay things flat as with a drafting table.

It can be paired with the Surface Dial which provides easy access to shortcuts, controls and drawing tools.

In addition, the Surface Book 2 (13” and 15”) will be coming to Singapore in March 2018. Billed as Microsoft's most powerful Surface ever, the Surface Book 2 features the latest quad-core Intel processors and the best graphics performance yet with the latest NVIDIA GeForce GPUs.

It is also able to support varying work styles, including studio mode, laptop mode, view mode, and tablet mode by simply detaching the screen. Studio mode refers to using the Surface Book 2 as a tablet but with the keyboard still attached.

Microsoft also announced in a blog post that preorders for Surface Book 2 15” have begun in Australia, New and Zealand among other countries.

Source: Microsoft blog. The Surface Book 2, with the Surface Dial on the left and the Surface Pen third from left. The Surface Book 2 on the left is in laptop mode while the Surface Book 2 on the right is in view mode.

February through April will see Surface Book 2 13” and 15” roll out to Bahrain, mainland China, Hong Kong, India, Korea, KSA, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and the UAE within Asia Pacific and the Middle East regions.

Details:

Pricing is as follows:

Item	Suggested retail price (including GST)
Surface Studio - 2TB / Intel Core i7	S$6,488
Surface Dial	S$159
Surface Book 2	Availability and pricing information for Singapore will be shared at a later date.

The Surface Studio and Surface Dial can now be preordered from the Microsoft Store and authorised retailers Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, LOL by Epicentre, Harvey Norman, and Newstead.

Surface Laptop and Surface Studio will also be available for preorders for commercial customers via authorised device resellers including AsiaPac Distribution, JK Technology, and UIC Asian Computer Services.

Explore:

Watch the video introducing the Surface 2
 
*Testing conducted by Microsoft in April 2017 using preproduction Intel Core processor, 256GB storage, 8GB RAM device. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during video playback. All settings were default except: Wi-Fi was associated with a network and Auto-Brightness disabled. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage, and other factors.

**Weight is based on the i5 configuration.

***Sold separately.