Author: Keith Liu
5 smartphones with monster batteries
Smartphones have undeniably become better, faster and cheaper over the last few years, but one thing hasn’t changed that much – battery life. Here then are 5 smartphones that come with monster batteries, so you no longer have to worry about your device running out of juice before the day is through.
HP Pavilion x2 (2015) review: More tablet than notebook with this 2-in-1
HP made big news this week thanks to its split into Hewlett Packard Enterprise and HP Inc, so it’s also quite timely that we review the HP Pavilion x2, which can basically er… split in two, since it’s one of those new-fangled 2-in-1s which many people are interested in these days.
Asus ZenWatch 2 priced in Singapore, aims for mass market
Asustek Computer launches its upcoming smartwatch, the Asus ZenWatch 2 in Singapore at what is considered an aggressive S$229 price point for an Android Wear-based device. Digital News Asia was there to get a hands-on session.
5 smartphone tips to balance work and life
Making choices on how we use our time is one thing, sticking to them is another
Smartphones help us be productive but can also be a source of distraction
Review: Master your mugshots with the Asus ZenFone Selfie
Ever felt the need to improve your selfie game? Asus ZenFone Selfie seems to have the answer with a 13 MP front camera. Keith Liu reviews this affordable Android smartphone.
IBM and Singapore’s EDB launch e-commerce centre
IBM Corp and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) have jointly announced the establishment of the IBM Smarter Commerce Centre of Competency (SCCOC), which aims to develop new products and solutions for running online shopping and customer engagement sites.
RedMart raises US$26.7mil, hires ex-Amazon VP as COO
Singapore-based online grocer and marketplace RedMart announced it has closed a US$26.7 bridge round, bringing its total funding since inception to US$54 million, and has hired a former Amazon.com vice president as chief operating officer (COO).
Sony launches 'super mid-range' smartphones focused on camera performance
Sony Mobile unveils two new mid-range smartphones with an emphasis on camera performance, but they come at a higher price than typical mid-range Android devices.
Microsoft debuts smaller, more affordable Surface 3
Microsoft unveils the Surface 3, a smaller and more affordable, but less powerful version of the Surface Pro 3.
Why Sony is not winning the smartphone war
Sony's latest corporate strategy update is the biggest indication yet that the company is looking to find an exit for its loss-making smartphone arm, Sony Mobile Communications. Keith Liu looks at what has led the electronics giant to this point.
