Reimagining Foldables for Malaysians on Galaxy Z Fold | Galaxy Z Flip

 

In its commitment to reimagine foldable experiences for Malaysians, Samsung Malaysia Electronics brings top local organisations and young talent from universities together to unlock new possibilities on the Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip, and mainstream foldable UI/UX. The first partners in the initiative, AmBank, Family Mart, Maxis, Pay4U, and ZUS Coffee, leveraged Samsung and Android platform’s capabilities to enrich user experiences on their local apps. During the recent partner sharing session, themed, ‘Reimagining Foldables for Malaysians’, they showcased their app optimisation through the flexible use of screen expansions and multi-angle fold usages. In the coming months, Samsung will be onboarding more partners, including Gigi Coffee, Golden Screen Cinemas, TGV Cinemas, and Zapp. Additionally, Samsung aims to collaborate with local universities on a hackathon, where students will pitch foldable app ideas. This is in line with its ESG mission to empower young Malaysian talent and incentivise them to make waves in the tech space.  “At Samsung, we are passionate about making mobile innovation relevant to consumers. In our bid to mainstream foldable smartphones, we are collaborating with homegrown brands to create unique, local Galaxy Z experiences on their apps that Malaysians use on a daily basis, and bring it closer to their hearts. We invite more local organisations to be a part of this industry collaboration and deliver better experiences to their customers,” said Luke Au, Head of Product Marketing, Mobile eXperience, Samsung Malaysia.

Sheng Tai International maintains momentum on Melaka lifestyle hub development with inaugural Straits Gala- 14 January 2023

 Visionary development company, Sheng Tai International Sdn Bhd (STI) founded by charismatic property developer Dato’ Leong Sir Ley officially launched The Sail Experiential Centre, Phase One of its iconic mixed development, The Sail Melaka, Graced by YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, the event was attended by over 800 distinguished guests and business partners including international investors from over 15 countries such as Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, China, Dubai, Indonesia, Taiwan, Singapore, the Middle East, Russia, the United States, the United Kingdom and more.

The Sail Experiential Centre is a 3-storey building that includes LSL Ballroom, Sheng Yan Restaurant , both at Ground floor. The sales gallery on the 1st floor is equipped with interactive screens to introduce The Sail Melaka Project and video projections on The Sail project as well as the story of the straits of Melaka. On the 2nd floor is where the show units of Bay 2, Bay 3 and Tower M are showcased. 

Tower M is sold to the former Hong Kong beauty queen - Ms Michelle Reis (Ms Hong Kong, 1988). However, show units in Tower M are built to showcase the interior design and furnishing concept to foreign buyers who have put their trust in ShengTai by purchasing their units without actually viewing it. 

The estimated completion of these 3 towers is expected to be in the year 2028 onwards. The Wellness, Cultural and AI towers as well as the 100K sq ft Snow Park & Ski Centre are in the planning and designing stage now. Sheng Tai will reveal more information once the design has been finalized.

“The mission from Sheng Tai International is to gather people from all around the world to come into the Selat Melaka city through The Sail Melaka through art and culture, fashion, wellness and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives into the Straits of Melaka through our properties.”

“Realising that a ‘new language’ had emerged after the three-year worldwide pandemic, this inspired me to gather international business owners from around the world, who through these initiatives, would come to The Sail and help us start new businesses, create job opportunities, facilitate the import of talent into the city and showcase Melaka on the international stage,” explained Dato’ Leong.

“With Melaka once being a key cosmopolitan port in Southeast Asia during the golden era of trade in the 15th century, I felt that this is the right place to gather people from around the world and cultures across the world to enjoy Malaysian hospitality, food and culture, especially the unique diversity of Melaka – and enticing them to invest in The Sail,” added Dato’ Leong. 

Taking property tourism to a whole new level

In line with the travel-oriented theme of The Sail Melaka, STI is taking property tourism to a whole new level. By complementing the local property market, The Sail will bring in new business opportunities, boosting the economy and creating jobs, leading them to a higher living standard as prosperity flows into the area.

“We are laying the foundation for initiatives such as hub set ups, a surge in tourism with fabulous hotels, F&B outlets, a showcase of small businesses, improved logistics in the area as well as encouraging business migration from overseas into the country. This will help boost the economy and bring Foreign Direct Investments and business to Melaka and the country on the whole. It’s a big vision but I believe in it,” says Dato’ Leong. 

Dato’ Leong’s ambition includes helping to create job opportunities that will lead to a higher living standard as prosperity flows into the area, “starting with creating jobs related to the fashion and arts via our Straits Designers’ Gallery (SDG) and nurturing local talents and modelling via FashionTV Malaysia modelling academy.”

“What we have achieved thus far would not have been possible without the support of the Melaka State Government and the FashionTV franchise. In particular, the STI team looks forward to working closely with the State Government in rolling out our new initiatives in the future, which we hope will attract even more investors and visitors to this historic state,” Leong added.

“Sheng Tai has been promoting property tourism to their foreign buyers, and this initiative will not just boost the economy, but will also help to create more opportunities for local artisans and small businesses, to contribute to the Malaysian economy,” said YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. 

The Straits Designers’ Gallery (SDG)

STI’s vision of creating an international fashion and design hub in Melaka is currently centred on the Straits Designers’ Gallery (SDG) established in 2022, supported by celebrated Malaysian designer Bill Keith. Located adjacent to the AMES Hotel in Ayer Keroh, Melaka, the SDG is part of the fashion initiative that aims to gather local and international fashion designers at the Straits of Melaka to promote their brands and businesses. Local fashion brands under SDG will be able to cross over with other international luxury brands brought in by SDG. 

SDG is also a place to guide and nurture up-and-coming as well as student designers, offering exposure to international brands and facilitating exchange by giving a space to young international designers to reach fashion-conscious Malaysians. As a platform for local and international fashion industry practitioners to share experiences, the SDG features clothing, accessories and homeware from 20 labels - from West and East Malaysia and Asian countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, the Philippines and Japan, with Vietnam and more to come. 

“Creating a fashion hub is a long-term endeavour that requires stakeholders across the board coming together – from designers to manufacturers of materials to models and marketers, from government bodies to industry organisations. Ultimately, we want to establish Melaka as a one-stop hub for specialty design and making apparel and accessories. With STI getting the FashionTV franchise in Malaysia, it’s a stepping-stone to get our brands to the world. Through our partnership with FashionTV, we believe there will be more opportunities for our local talents, be it models, influencers or fashion designers, to shine on the international stage. In addition, we are also honing entrepreneurial skills among our designer talent, not just their creative side, to ensure they are ready to break into the international business,” said Bill Keith.

Currently, STI’s owned Fashion TV Malaysia is partnering with international fashion and lifestyle broadcasting channel FashionTV Paris to train local models and promote local fashion designers and their designs in the international arena. As part of the partnership, the first FashionTV modelling academy in Southeast Asia has been opened at PJ and upcoming at the five-star AMES Hotel. The academy offers professional certificates in modelling for children, teenagers, male and female models, as well as fashion photography. 

About The Sail Melaka - an icon in the making

The Sail Melaka’s Phase One is completed in January 2023, as the Phase 1 of The Sail. The completed Phase One comprises the LSL Ballroom, Sheng Yan Restaurant and 26 retail units, which have been fully tenanted by Japanese business owners and are scheduled to open for business beginning Q1 2023. The total GDV for The Sail is estimated at RM6.5 billion. Scheduled for full completion by 2033, The Sail Melaka – the one of the tallest nine-tower linked structure in the world and is situated on a 27.5-acre plot strategically located in Kota Laksamana at the heart of the 33km Melaka Waterfront Economic Zone (M-WEZ), next to the Melaka Coastal Highway. 

The project features nine iconic towers connected by Unity Sky Ring bridge across the top of each building, the 460m length swimming pool linking all 9 towers, an Illuminating Sky Garden, Moon Theatre with 360˚ elliptical-shaped experiential centre, international sky-themed F&B outlets, one million sq ft of shopping space, convention and exhibition centre, estimated 100k sq ft of Snow Park & Ski centre, cultural retail square, luxury five- and six-star hotel and residences, business suites and retail units. 

The nine towers include a Fashion Tower which will eventually house the Straits Designers’ Gallery, a Wellness Tower that has attracted a group of over 60 Japanese doctors currently to help us set up stem cell lab by sharing know-how technology & etc, a Cultural Tower that will see the setting up of cultural centres by countries with historic ties to Melaka since the 15th century such as China and India and others, an AI Tower that is courting AI companies from Singapore and others, and an M Tower fully taken up by Hong Kong celebrity and former beauty queen Michelle Reis.

In conjunction with the completion of Phase 1, STI is holding the Sheng Tai Festival 2023 until 15 January 2023, featuring an ocean-themed bazaar, anime cosplay collections' booth, supercars display, fireworks by Pyrotex – UK’s Most Awarded Fireworks Display Company and stage performances.

For more information on Sheng Tai International and its latest activities, please visit https://shengtaiinternational.com/ or http://www.facebook.com/shengtaiinternational/ 

TM Roh: Foldables are transforming and reshaping the mobile market, and Samsung is leading that evolution

During a recent visit to Indonesia, TM Roh expressed confidence in the continued popularity of foldable smartphones globally. In addition to discussing trends in the mobile market, he spoke about the mobile business in Southeast Asia and the role of technology in shaping the future.

Unfolding the Potential of Foldables

TM Roh noted that Samsung’s foldable phones have redefined what is possible in the industry, like the Galaxy Note Series did, and will continue to set new standards in mobile technology. 

“Foldables are transforming and reshaping the mobile market. As the pioneer and leader of the foldable smartphone category, we are focused on delivering incredible foldable experiences that enhance our consumers’ everyday lives,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Samsung Electronics' MX (Mobile eXperience) Business. “We will continue to develop the unique advantages of the Galaxy foldables, such as viewing on a large screen using a compact and durable device, taking photos and videos in Flex mode, multitasking on split screens with an S Pen and enjoying a unique user experience with the new foldable form factor. We will also enhance the foldables experience through partnerships with industry leaders, such as Google, to support more applications and services for foldable devices.”

The popularity of foldable form factors is expected to continue. In 2021, the global sales volume of foldable smartphones grew more than four times as compared to 2020, exceeding the market growth forecast by three times. The success of the Galaxy Z series is testament to the increasing appetite for foldable smartphones, with sales of the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Z Flip3 5G in a single month exceeding the cumulative sales of foldable phones in 2020. 

Best-in-Class Mobile Experiences for All Smartphone Users

Expounding on Samsung’s mission to make the latest and best in mobile technology more accessible, he said, “For more than a decade, Samsung has played a key role in laying the foundation for a new generation of connectivity in 5G by working with local regulators and carriers in Southeast Asia. While 5G networks are still limited in this region, I’m committed to ensuring that consumers in this region are equipped to benefit from 5G connectivity as soon as the infrastructure is available. And I’m confident that Samsung’s 5G devices will be the first choice for users in Southeast Asia and Oceania, and across the globe as well.”

5G technology is a key enabler of integrated mobile experience with Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem, which revolves around the Galaxy smartphones as its hub. The ecosystem offers seamless experiences between the smartphone and multiple devices, such as products in the Galaxy Watch and Buds series, and even provides a PC-like experience with Galaxy tablets through Samsung Dex. 

He said, “While we have consistently focused our efforts on improving the smartphone experience for users, we also recognize the growing demand for a connected lifestyle. We are continually innovating to improve and expand our ecosystem to bring more convenience to Galaxy users and to help them achieve their aspirations.” 

He also mentioned the diversity of the region, which includes developing markets where mid-tier smartphones continue to be important drivers for Samsung.

“By having a keen understanding of our target consumers’ needs, we are able to maintain the affordability of our mid-tier smartphones while providing a great mobile experience as we focus on strengthening specifications of priority product features, such as the battery, memory, performance, and 5G capabilities. In addition, various features from the flagship smartphones, such as the enhanced cameras, and dustproof and water resistant, are extended to the Galaxy A series,” said TM Roh.

Shaping the Future with Innovative Sustainability Efforts 

Recognizing the role it plays in using technology as a force for good, Samsung has been expanding its Galaxy for the Planet commitment and putting sustainability at the center of its innovations. “I always emphasize the importance of sustainability in every single thing we do, from the way we design, manufacture, and recover materials throughout the product lifecycle to protect our planet.” 

He also highlighted how Samsung has been working closely with a group of young inspirational changemakers, who are committed to using technology to innovate for humanity and mobilize global communities, through Generation17. The global partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) aims to advance the 17 Global Goals.

In February this year, two Generation17 Young Leaders from the Southeast Asia and Oceania were invited to join the global initiative for the first time: Tamara Dewi Gondo Soerijo from Indonesia, a social enterprise founder working  to empower refugee women by providing upskilling opportunities, and Thuy Anh Ngo from Vietnam, who launched a mobile app to educate the elderly on physical and mental health. 

Dominated by a large population of youth, the Southeast Asia and Oceania region has seen a rapid rise in the growth of the digital economy, driven by the ambitions, lifestyles and technological skillsets of young digital natives.  

He said, “The reason we, at Samsung, must champion a more open world is that our future demands it. Our younger consumers want authentic, personal experiences as a way to express themselves and create new opportunities. We take pride in enabling a world where technology connects and inspires us all.”

For more information on the Galaxy Z series, please visit:

Galaxy Z Fold3 5G: www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold3-5g/    

Galaxy Z Flip3 5G: www.samsung.com/my/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip3-5g/

Grace Going to Kindy

Times past so fast and Grace will be starting schooling tomorrow. She will be starting her pre-school at Selayang Jaya with SmartKids Kindy there. Well, she looks happy and enjoy her kindy though and here you go with her orientation earlier trying the school uniform.

Here goes my little princess feel with excitement.

" NO Talking"

Tday Chit Chat with Little Grace

Me: What are you doing
Grace : No Talking
Me : Grace, can you tell me what are you doing?
Grace : I say no talking .. Keep Quiet

Me: LOL

MY HOBBY IS "TALKING"

She had been talking for the whole day

and I tell her " If you stop talking for a minute, that would be good
and Grace tell me " I love talking"

We all are like "LOL"

Merry merry Xmas from Grace

Merry Xmas from grace