Get more out of life with Samsung’s latest wearables – now officially in Malaysia!

Samsung Malaysia Electronics brings in popular fitness gears, Gear Fit2 and Gear Iconx, and immersive content accessories, Gear 360 and new Gear VR

Kuala Lumpur, 19 August 2016 – Samsung Malaysia Electronics continues its expansion in the wearable market with the official arrival of the much-awaited fitness gears Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX, and immersive entertainment technology, Gear 360 and the new Gear VR in Malaysia.

The Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX are optimized to benefit users’ various fitness levels, and include features such as precise tracking technology and a standalone music player to provide users with the optimal fitness experience. Embedded with GPS and a heart rate monitor (HRM) that offer useful and accurate fitness tracking and measurement, the Gear Fit2 provides instant feedback on the user's workout. The Gear IconX are cord-free earbuds that can track fitness information and provide users with feedback on their running performance.

The new Gear VR, powered by Oculus, allows users the flexibility to experience premium virtual reality almost anywhere when paired with the latest Samsung smartphones. Now in Blue Black colour, the new hue not only enhances the device’s aesthetic, but it also helps to prevent light reflection to provide a more cinematic experience than the previous model. With two different device holders USB Type-C and Micro USB, the new Gear VR is compatible with even more Samsung smartphones, including the latest Galaxy Note7, S7, S7 edge, Note5, S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+.

The Gear 360 is a 360-degree camera that lets consumers easily create, view and share their favorite experiences through video and still image content. With a light and compact, spherical-shaped design, Gear 360 maximizes portability to film on the go or for indoor activities. The new camera leverages the best of the Samsung Galaxy experience so users can become the creator of their own virtual reality content, then share with friends via platforms such as YouTube 360 and Facebook, and relive the moment with the ultra-immersive new Gear VR.

“Samsung continues to push the boundaries of the mobile experience to extend beyond the smartphone. Our wearable technology continues to evolve, responding to consumers’ everyday needs. The Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX are specialized to enhance their fitness experiences and everyday activities. Gear 360, paired with the new Gear VR, continues to push the limits on immersive content – providing a visual experience that makes capturing and sharing life’s moments even easier. With these new products in Samsung’s wearable portfolio, consumers can enjoy a complete Samsung device ecosystem that delivers seamless mobile experiences,” said Lee Jui Siang, Vice President of IT & Mobile Business Unit, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Gear Fit2: Advanced Features for Fitness

·               Features an ergonomic, sleek and slim design for comfortable everyday use

·               Provides a Super AMOLED curved display with a high-resolution colour touchscreen for easy fitness monitor, or checking and responding to text message notifications

·               Embedded GPS and HRM sensor for accurate data tracking of activities that fit any lifestyle

·               With Auto Activity Tracking feature, users won’t have to manually activate the sports band – whether running, walking, cycling, or utilizing rowing machine or elliptical trainer

·               Enables easy transfer of fitness data between S Health and other select fitness applications, and provides ‘Step Challenges,’ for 1:1 competition with your friends

·               The standalone music player enables users to actively workout with motivation without the need of a mobile device

·               Colours available: Blue, Dark Grey, Pink

·               RRP: RM699 (inclusive of 6% GST)

Gear IconX: A Simple and Wireless Experience

 

·                                                                                                                                                Provides a lightweight, secure and comfortable fit with three different sizes of eartips and wingtips, and can be activated by simply placing the earbuds in the user’s ears

·                                                                                                                                                Enables tracking of fitness data such as distance, speed, duration, heart rate and calories burned, and easily syncs with S Health

·                                                                                                                                                Includes a Voice Guide feature that provides instant voice feedback on the user’s workout progress and provides a standalone music listening experience

·                                                                                                                                                With Bluetooth capability and an internal storage that can play up to 1,000 MP3s, users can simply tap or swipe the earbuds to easily control the music

·                                                                                                                                                Colours available: Blue, Dark Grey, Pink

·                                                                                                                                                RRP: RM699 (inclusive of 6% GST)

New Gear VR: A Gateway to New Experiences and Great Adventures

·               Expanded compatibility and enhanced connectivity with USB Type-C and Type-B ports.

·               Equipped with larger lenses at an increased diameter of 42 millimetres, improving the field of view to 101 degrees to offer a more natural feel.

·               A vaster selection of high quality VR content powered by Oculus, with intuitive content navigation.

·               Colour available: Blue Black

·               RRP: RM399 (inclusive of 6% GST)

Gear 360: Reimagining the Way Moments are Captured and Shared

 

·                                                                                                                                             Equipped with dual fisheye lenses with 15 megapixel image sensors

·                                                                                                                                             Capable of capturing high-resolution (3840×1920) 360-degree video that also supports 30 megapixel still images.

·                                                                                                                                             Also shoots 180-degree wide angle video and images with only using one side of the camera lens.

·                                                                                                                                             Its Bright Lens F2.0 creates high resolution images even in low-light conditions, where users can create full panoramic videos.

·                                                                                                                                             Features a user-friendly tripod and is also compatible with a wider selection of accessories and mounts currently available on the market.

·                                                                                                                                             Compatible with select Samsung smartphones including the newly released Galaxy Note7, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6 edge and Galaxy S6.

·                                                                                                                                             RRP: RM1,299 (inclusive of 6% GST)

For more product information, please visit their respective product sites:

Gear Fit2: www.samsung.com/my/gearfit2

Gear IconX: www.samsung.com/my/geariconx

New Gear VR: www.samsung.com/my/gearvr2016

Gear 360: www.samsung.com/my/gear360 

IBIS Styles C180 Ramadan Buffet

This is IBIS STYLES HOTEL just next to Aeon Cheras Selatan. I always bring the boys here for jalan jalan and playing at the fountain.

Itulah my Jordan will run around the fountain while we dine here.

I really recommend my friends staying around Kajang Bangi to come try this Ramadan Buffet happening at sTreats Cafe, IBIS Style in C180! It's very affordable la at only per person and kids will be 50% off. Check out some of the dishes I tried here but the menu will rotate daily ok.  

First is the DIY Steamboat with all the fishballs, crab sticks etc, this is really suitable for the kids.


Meat and seafood like shrimp is grilled on the spot.

 Roasted area consist of the  Roasted Sirloin Beef and Roasted Leg of Lamb.
Fruits!
  
Ulam.

The buffet spread.
 
Coffee and drinks counter, there's also juice and fresh coconut, ABC and ice cream all there.
I put nearly everything into my ABC!

Braised Siew Pak Choy with Seafood

Daging Masak Asam Pedas

Chicken Masala
 
Nasi Ulam and Nasi Mandhi Ayam

Nasi Ulam
 
Siakap Masak Tiga Rasa, I love this dish a lot! Sweet and spicy and fresh!
 Gulai Sotong

Noodle Stall for making Assam Laksa.

The condiments for the noodles.

Oh yea, there's unlimited Satay as well!

Ice Cream potong.

For dessert, have some ice cream potong! Diners can also try the kuih muih and the special bubur pulut hitam. The Ramadan buffet dinner in Streats Cafe, available from 7 June 2016 to 3 July 2016, from 6.00pm to 10.00pm daily serves up delectable buffet spread of traditional Malaysian delicacies to celebrate the bliss of the holy month with their families and friends.

Menus will be rotated daily throughout the Ramadan month, promising buka puasa with simple yet delicious fare including appetisers, main dishes, bbq station, carving station, noodle station, drinks and desserts that will satisfy your taste bud.

In conjunction with Ramadan, ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur Cheras offers a room promotion at RM189+ from 7 June 2016 to 3 July 2016. The room promotion inclusive of breakfast or Sahur for two persons and Ramadan buffet dinner for one person. For Ramadan buffet enquiries and reservations, please contact Streats Cafe at +603 9086 8882 or email H8001-FB@accor.com. For room enquiries and reservations, please contact the reservation team at +603 9086 8888 or email H8001-RE@accor.com. For more info, https://www.facebook.com/ibisstyleskualalumpurcheras/

De Sawit Pasoh 2 MTB 2016 Jamboree

Moments of my cycling life, champion on my category, and overall no 3 in desawit Pasoh 2 jamboree! Praise God for His protection and strength while riding! #khs #khstuscon29er#praisegod #podium

Pencapaian terbaik dalam kayuhan sejarah saya..pasoh2, jamboree overall3, men junior master no 1, terima kasih Tuhan atas kurniaNya..segala puji dan syukur hanya bagi Mu! Terima kasih KHS dan Lnl bike yang selalu sokong dan support saya!

Trail gayat downhill dan climbing yg berjaya di tawan 1 mei 2016

TAKING THE LEAD IN HEALTH AND BEAUTY RETAIL INNOVATION

The ribbon cutting ceremony along with Watsons business partners and Watsons Chief Operating Officer, Caryn Loh, (5th from left), Jessica Ng, Chief Customer Officer, Watsons Malaysia (5th from right) & Daniel Looi, Operation Director, Watsons Malaysia (4th from left).

Asia’s leading health and beauty retailer took innovation to greater heights with the introduction of an all new concept store with state of the art facility in Sunway Pyramid store. Watsons Malaysia also introduced the interactive Mobile App and Online store to enhance shopping experience where customers will be the central focus in all functions of the business.

Innovation is greatly associated with Watsons and completing the business cycle offering for its customers, the new concept store, Online store and Mobile App is in line with the company’s promise of putting a smile on every customer’s face.

Caryn Loh, Chief Operating Officer, Watsons Malaysia (Right), giving her speech on the Innovation Launch.

“Our company’s brand DNA focuses on innovation and needs, as it is our utmost priority to enhance our customer’s shopping experience. This year will see the company moving towards innovation and digital transformation to be relevant and meeting the needs of customers today,” said Caryn Loh, Chief Operating Officer in her speech to business partners, members of the media and Watsons blogger’s community.

Guest gathered at the Innovation Launch site.

Watsons Malaysia first took innovation to the forefront when the Watsons VIP Card was introduced in 2009 which was aimed to reward shoppers when shopping at Watsons stores. The Watsons VIP Card instantly became the must have loyalty card by any shopper with its distinctive feature and rewards offering. A milestone achievement was achieved when the Watsons VIP Card introduced the Touch ‘n Go feature, which made the loyalty card more relevant for consumers to shop and travel conveniently at the same time.

Caryn added, “Watsons VIP members are the best customers and we always ensure promotions and campaigns are tailored to suit to meet the needs of our VIP members. We offer smart partnership with more than 100 food and beverage outlets and lifestyle brands made accessible throughout the country.”

To date, Watsons VIP members reaches the 3.8 million mark and growing. And to keep up abreast with technology and the social media trends amongst the customers, Watsons Malaysia is not resting on its laurels but continue to provide a variety of platform to reach to its VIP members.

Group photo with Head Of Department: From Left, Nermin Hodzic, Supply Chain Director, Watsons Malaysia, Kevin Kim, Head of Property, Watsons Malaysia, Danny Hoh, Head of Marketing, Watsons Malaysia, Daniel Looi, Operation Director, Watsons Malaysia, Caryn Loh, Chief Operating Officer, Watsons Malaysia, Jessica Ng, Chief Customer Officer, Watsons Malaysia, Serena Ng, Human Resource Director, Watsons Malaysia, Low Siew Hui, Finance & IT Director, Watsons Malaysia & Chin Oi Mee, Head of Audit & Business Process.

“This year, we are taking a big step in technology advancement to establish our relationship with our VIP members and customers. We unveiled an enhance website that features innovative service including home delivery and Click & Collect where shoppers can pick their desired products from their finger tip, and collect these products at their preferred Watsons store. This service allows customers to shop at their convenience and save time,” explained Caryn further.

Business partners, media and Watsons blogger’s community were also introduced to the all new Watsons Malaysia Mobile App which is available on Google Play Store & Apple App Store.
Caryn added, “The smart phone has become an integral part of our daily lives and everyone feels the need to always be connected. We want to continue to provide our shoppers a seamless, convenient shopping experience and a loyalty card on mobile with the Mobile App.”

The Mobile App is equipped with groundbreaking functions and benefits such as Mobile-Membership which allows members to link their VIP card to their phone, Scan & Buy function and pay with Watsons VIP points using the Mobile App.

Caryn Loh, Chief Operating Officer, Watsons Malaysia (3rd from right), taking a photo with Jessica Ng, Chief Customer Officer, Watsons Malaysia (3rd from left) along with the models on the launch of the new interactive mobile app and online store.

In conjunction with the Mobile App launch, new members get to enjoy rewards up to RM1, 000 when signing up as new Watsons VIP member while existing VIP members will also stand a chance to win prizes worth up to RM10, 000 by shopping via the Mobile App. Shoppers on Mobile App also stand a chance to win a pair of flight ticket to Busan, Korea worth RM6, 036 courtesy from AirAsia X and 10 lucky VIP members can win RM500 reload worth of Touch ‘n Go.

Caryn, Jessica Ng, Chief Customer Officer, Watsons Malaysia and Daniel Looi, Director of Operations, Watsons Malaysia afterwards welcomed all guests to a tour at the all new concept store at Sunway Pyramid store. The store new outlook is showcased prominently with an extensive pharmacy counter and all round make up counter equipped with well trained professionals including beauty advisors, health advisors and make-up artists.

Keeping up with the social media trend, a live update social media wall is also featured at the Sunway Pyramid store which was officially revealed by Watsons blogger’s community.

Visit Watsons Facebook www.facebook.com/watsonsmalaysia or Watsons official website www.watsons.com.my

Funa Family Locator App Review

As a part time MTB Rider, using smartphone and apps is super important to me. Everytime I ride, I always turn on my riding apps, but today I am going to introduce to you another cool app for riders like me. It is called the Funa Family Locator. Wait, now whenever people talk about a locator app, especially men, they get really scared about using one as they don't want to be tracked by their wives! I think that is totally a wrong thinking. This app as I am going to share with you, is super useful for my safety when I am on the road because of the many special features.

Some might have known that last November, about 5 months ago I was knocked down head on by a drunk driver nearby where I live. At that time, too bad I didn't have Funa App yet, so I really depended on the help of passer by. Thankfully, at the time, there was a helpful man that came by and packed me and my broken bike into his truck and took me home or else my wife will never know where I was or what happened to me. It happened at that time, I carried two handphones and one of it fell at the road side and was stolen immediately. If I had the Funa App installed on that phone, I would have beena able to track it down immediately right? With the Funa App also, my loved ones would be able to know my location in case my accident happened in a far away place without anyone to help me at the time.

I am mostly an early morning solo rider. Most times, I cannot plan ahead which day I am going to ride and where I will ride to, it is quite spontaneous and depends on my mood and health on that day. I will make my decisions very early like 4am in the morning so it is impossible for me to wake Leona up just to let her know where I'm headed. So with Funa installed on both our phones, it is easy to her to see where I am when she turns it on. The app actually works in the background and utilises GPS / WiFi / Cellular technologies. to give the best location of the person at the moment. 

FUNA family locator keeps my location known to my family so they don't have to call me to ask me where I am now etc. Imagine when I am riding on the highway, it is very hard for me to stop and answer a call, very dangerous. So now, it is so convenient, my family can just turn on and see my whereabouts. Wait, there's more to it. They can also see where I had been the whole time and see a history of the time and location easily. 

There's a Location History feature to see exactly what time I was at where. Due to this, my family also can track how far from home I am and how long it will take for me to reach home so they can plan and get ready, dressed etc for going out for breakfast.

Some of the Key Features of Funa Family Locator are listed:

★ FREE – you can enjoy FULL features of Funa Family Locator for free.
★ REAL-TIME – you get to know whereabouts of your family members.
★ SECURE – your location is confidential and only visible to your family members.
★ TRACKING & HISTORY – keep track on location history (up to 7 days).
★ LOCATION ALERT – you will be notified when your family and friends arrived or left a marked location.
★ SOS – trigger SOS alert to your family members during emergency.
★ RELIABLE – provide best available location result using GPS / WiFi / Cellular technologies.
★ OPTIMIZED – optimized battery consumption.

I hope I do not have to use the SOS function anytime soon, but it's good to have it around just in case. When I press SOS, within 10 seconds an SOS message will be sent to my family members. If I had pressed wrongly I can just cancel so it won't send a false alarm.

From within the app, I can also connect to other app, like pressing call will use the phone's own call feature, or whatsapp  and more.

Another useful feature is the location alert notification. I can manually set to alert my family when I leave or arrive in a place, for example above is showing when I arrive and leave the office. Maybe this is great for bosses to track their employees too so bosses don't have to always call and ask where you are!

This Funa Family Locator app is free and downloadable for both Android and IOS phones. Get them here.

Android- bit.ly/1NRdCWB 
iOS- apple.co/1PeG08C
‪#‎funafamilylocator‬

For more information & details, do check out the website at www.funaapp.com  

IGNITE THE RUNNER IN YOU AT THE PUMA NIGHT RUN 2016

Night Run is back with a roar inspiring runners to push their own boundaries and achieve personal bests

Kuala Lumpur, March 29, 2016 – PUMA is all set to flag off the third edition of its PUMA Night Run Malaysia at the Dataran Kemerdekaan Shah Alam, Selangor on 20 August 2016. With 10,000 slots available for registration, this will be PUMA Malaysia’s biggest Night Run event to date. 

2016 also marks the first year in which the Night Run will be held at Dataran Kemerdekaan Shah Alam instead of Setia Alam, where it was organised in the past. Philippe Le-Bretton, General Manager, South East Asia said “We're excited to bring back a bigger and better night run to Malaysia this year. As we enter the third series of our Night Run here, we want to give even more inspired Malaysian runners an opportunity to cross their own personal line and enjoy the run whether they are experienced athletes or beginners”. 

The stakes are also higher this year, as there are RM12, 000 worth of prizes to be given away. The top finishers of the men and women categories will each receive RM2, 500 worth of PUMA vouchers, while second-placed runners in both categories will receive RM2, 000 worth of PUMA vouchers. Third-placed runners in both categories will each receive RM1500 worth of PUMA vouchers. PUMA Malaysia Running Club’s Pacer, Victor Chong is no stranger to the running scene in Malaysia and having participated in both the Puma Night Runs in 2014 and 2015, he is eagerly looking forward to make it his hat trick run this year.

“The PUMA Night Run is a platform for runners of all walks of life and different levels of experience. Whether you’re a serious runner or trying out your first run, the infusion of various people, colours, and performances against the backdrop of the city guarantees a one-of-a kind experience”.  

The entry fee for the PUMA Night Run Malaysia 2016 is set at RM85 (inclusive of GST). Upon successful registration, all participants would receive the PUMA Race Kit which comprises a PUMA Night Run tee, PUMA towel, PUMA shoe bag, finisher’s medal (to be given after the race) and other sponsored freebies.

Registrations for the PUMA Night Run begin on the 1 April 2016 via www.pumanightrun.com.my. Registration is limited to 10,000 runners and closes on 31 July 2016.