[REVIEW] Logitech MX Keys Mini Keyboard - Minimalist, Compact and Efficient!

Meet the mighty, smart MX Keys Mini! ❤

Working from home and sometimes in cafes gives me the urge to invest in a good, portable and minimalist wireless keyboard. So I have gotten myself the latest MX Keys Mini keyboard by Logitech.

I first got attracted by the sleek, minimalist design that packs great power in a compact yet sturdy metal build. It is lightweight, easy to carry around and fits well for any space I work at, be it on a large home office, on bed or at cafes. It allows me to work on the go along with my iPad.

Despite of being labelled “Mini”, the MX Keys Mini keyboard has the best features of the standard-sized MX Keys - so stylish yet comfortable - allowing me to work efficiently anytime, anywhere. 

 

Did you notice its spherically-dished keys? I love the ergonomics it offers, definitely helpful for a long working day. Plus, the improved key stability reduces noise while optimizing responsiveness too.

Connectivity is crucial to me as I need to work across multiple devices. And I am happy that MX Keys Mini can connect up to 3 wireless devices at a time via Bluetooth® Low Energy. No USB ports required!

Compatibility wise, it pairs easily with Windows®, Chrome, Linux and Android, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, etc. So far, I have no issues with the connectivity - it is so quick and seamless. 

Another noteworthy point is that the keyboard has Emoji, Dictation and Mic Mute/Unmute Keys. My favourite is the Emoji Key because in just one click, it instantly opens the emoji window so I can choose send 🥰  🤣  or 🔥  in seconds.

While my keyboard color is Pale Grey, the illuminating light is white and beautiful! It has proximity sensors that detect my hands, illuminating the keyboard the moment my fingers approach and it turns off when I step away. If you don't like this feature, the backlighting can be set manually too.  

I also like how the keyboard is ultra battery saving! It  features a USB-C quick-charging, and a full charge allows the keyboard to easily last up to 10 days or 20 weeks without backlight. 

Verdict:

I am a happy user of Logitech MX Keys Mini as it delivers great user experiences in all aspects - design, style, comfort, portability, connectivity and most importantly, wallet-friendly. If you like minimalist, compact yet efficient keyboard, this is a great option for your everyday use. 

Logitech MX Keys Mini is now available in 3 colors - rose, pale gray & graphite at:

✅ Shopee: https://shopee.com.my/logitech.os/

✅ Lazada: https://www.lazada.com.my/shop/logitech/

✅ Authorized retailers: https://logitechrewards.my/authorized-stores/

For more information on MX Keys Mini, please visit:

Website: Logitech.com

Blog: https://blog.logitech.com

Facebook: fb.com/Logitech

Instagram: @logitech

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G Full Review - Affordable, Good Buy!

It has been 3 weeks since my first impression on Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and I am happy to share with you the detailed review of the device after a month of being an user myself. 

As a content creator, I rely heavily on my mobile device everyday as my job revolves around photo / video taking, editing and heavy internet browsing. Hence, the 4 main things I place great emphasis on in my mobile device are:

❤ (i) Camera quality

❤ (ii) Quality and speed of processor

❤ (iii) Display quality

❤ (iv) Battery life

Camera

The 48MP quad-camera system is my favourite feature of the device. The images are crisp and vibrant, and the wide angle really makes the pictures stand out.

With the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) feature, it helps a lot in taking long-distance shots.

Apart from the 48 MP F1.8 OIS main camera and a 8 MP F2.2 ultra-wide, I also love the image quality produced by the 5 MP F2.4 macro lens. Totally impressed by the sharpness, composition and vibrance of the images taken under macro mode. 

Image taken using Portrait Mode - not bad right?

The 13 MP F2.2 selfie camera is nothing lack of quality and speed too. Taking selfies with a Samsung device is always effortless as it enhances the skin tone and creates flawless complexion.

Processor

Compared to its predecessor, Galaxy A33 5G has tremendous improvements - no more sluggish processor and slow refresh rate. So far, the 5nm Octa-core processor allows me to do photo editing, video editing and social media browsing concurrently without any issue.  

Display

The 6.4-inch Infinity-U Display with FHD+ Super AMOLED display technology on Galaxy A33 5G gives a great user experience be it in indoors or bright outdoors. I especially love the display when I use it to stream YouTube during my travel journeys - it is ultra crisp, bright and vibrant, 

Battery life

The 5,000 mAh battery capacity is pretty good for heavy users like me as it can last easily up to 2 days. During my recent travels that require lots of photo-taking throughout the day, the device can last the entire day and I don't have to carry along a power bank. 

Conclusion

All in all, Samsung Galaxy A33 5G is a good buy if you are looking for an all-rounder that has attractive design, decent camera with various modes, bright and bold display, and an overall smooth user experience at a pocket-friendly price.  

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G - First impression

Last month, Samsung unveiled the brand new Galaxy A53 5G and Galaxy A33 5G as part of the new family members of Galaxy A series which is the most popular Galaxy smartphone category that delivers an awesome mobile experience at great value.

Although Galaxy A33 5G looks identical to its predecessor, Galaxy A32 5G, internally almost everything has been improved for good. That's why I have gotten myself the Galaxy A33 5G :) 

I have been using the phone for a week now - so here's some initial thoughts (purely based on my personal experience):

Unboxing the packaging

In the minimalistic box, the device comes with an USB-C cable - without the charger plug or earphones.

As part of Samsung's sustainability efforts, the Galaxy A series removes the charger plug and reduces the size of the packaging. Plus, the device itself uses recycled post-consumer materials (PCM) for the side buttons and SIM card trays. Great effort! 

Design and display

It is available in 4 colors: Awesome black, Awesome white, Awesome blue, Awesome violet - and I am in love with the baby blue shade! So sweet-looking and cute for me.

Undoubtedly, the device’s slim bezel creates a smooth, stylish look - so fashionable yet beautifully functional. The 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 90Hz Infinity-U Display is bright and crisp. The best part? The intelligent algorithm allows the display to appear vivid and clear even under the bright sun.

The screen features the tough Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 and IP67 water and dust resistance, meaning that it should survive submersion in up to a meter (3.3 ft) of water for 30 minutes. 

Camera quality

One of the biggest upgrades we see here is the advanced, next-level camera experience. The Galaxy A33 5G's quad-camera system features a 48 MP F1.8 OIS main camera, a 8 MP F2.2 ultra-wide, a 5 MP F2.4 macro and a 2 MP F2.4 depth camera to the rear, and a 13 MP F2.2 selfie camera out front. It delivers great selfies and daylight photos so far. 

Color wise, it is pretty close to the actual environment. I shall put the camera's night mode into test soon.

Processor configurations

The device has been working buttery smooth, all thanks to the Octa-core 5-nm processor (2.4GHz + 2GHz cores). System support comes from 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage, with microSD expansion up to 1TB. 

Battery life

Another noteworthy point is the excellent battery life up to two-day and 25W Super Fast Charging. I have been using the device for more than 24 hours and yet it has more than 50% juice left in the tank.  

Security

The device packs Samsung Knox security to help keep your digital assets safe, and up to 5 years of security updates are available too. One thing new to me personally is the Secure Folder which offers an encrypted, digital safe access to private photos, notes and apps.

Accessories

Galaxy A33 5G works seamlessly with other Galaxy devices for the full, connected Galaxy ecosystem experience. I am glad to have my Galaxy Buds Live to be able to enjoy true, immersive, 3D sound.

For work and productivity, you can use Link to Windows to connect the device to a Windows PC to copy and paste, transfer files and even answer calls or texts.

In a nutshell

The Galaxy A33 5G is a pretty good bargain for its functions and value. 

Stay tuned for my detailed review of the device!

The Galaxy A33 5G is now available nationwide at a recommended retail price of RM 1,499. 

For more information, please visit Samsung Malaysia at:

Website: www.samsung.com/my

Facebook: fb.com/SamsungMalaysia

Instagram: @samsungmalaysia

Logitech Signature M650 Mouse - For A More Personalized Experience and A Left-Handed Option

Meet the new Logitech Signature M650 wireless mouse!

Logitech recently introduced the new Signature M650 wireless, a comfortable and personalized mouse with two different sizes and a left-handed option, offering a better experience for more people. The wireless mouse is designed to upgrade any desk setup and improve the overall work experience with features like SmartWheel scrolling, nearly silent clicks and a contoured comfort design that enables faster, more comfortable work than ever before.

“There are more than a billion knowledge workers in the world, and around half of them don't use a mouse or have an entry level or corded mouse with limited functions,” said Art O’Gnimh, vice president of the mainstream business for creativity and productivity at Logitech. 

“The Signature M650 offers a true Logitech signature experience 

with simple productivity functions that make working all day easier and faster.”

Whether working on a document or browsing through a website, the Signature M650’s SmartWheel helps to deliver precision when needed and speed in an instant. The Signature M650 and larger size Signature M650 L also feature SilentTouch technology, reducing click noise by 90% compared to the Logitech M185 Mouse, ideal when clicking during a video call. Enjoy a strong wireless connection and a battery that lasts up to two years, giving you complete peace of mind.

With two sizes and a left-handed option, a contoured shape, a soft thumb area and rubber side grip, the Signature M650 inclusive design allows you to work comfortably for extended hours and gives you the ability to customize the side buttons to favorite shortcuts with Logitech Options+. 

The Signature M650, available in off-white, graphite and rose, works with Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, ipadOS and Android operating systems. Connect in an instant via Bluetooth Low Energy or Logi Bolt USB receiver.

Sustainable design considers environmental and social impacts from the moment raw materials are sourced right through to end-of-life. At Logitech, products are designed to deliver great user experiences and minimize environmental footprint, which is why a portion of the Signature M650’s plastic parts are made from post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic - 64% for the graphite, 26% for off white and 26% for rose. 

Logitech’s PCR program illustrates the brand’s commitment to designing for sustainability and ensures that plastics in end-of-life consumer electronics are given a second life. Current initiatives for scaling this commitment mean that approximately half of the mice and keyboards in Logitech’s largest portfolio include some level of PCR plastic and that new product introductions will use PCR plastic, wherever possible.

Pricing and Availability

The Signature M650 mice are now available at our authorized retailers and e-tail platform. The suggested retail price for the Signature M650 and larger-sized Signature M650 L is RM159.

Find out more about Logitech at www.logitech.com or @Logitech.

How to Earn More Money as an Influencer via ConfirmPlusChop

If you have been following my blog or Instagram, I am sure you have seen my beauty product reviews for various brands over the past few years. I am thankful that you guys have supported me all these while and my collaborations / endorsements with the brands have brought about some sales for them too. 

Since I can see plenty of positive response on the product reviews especially beauty and health related items, I have decided to explore more earnings via ConfirmPlusChop. 

It is a platform where brands get to collaborate with influencers, and pay only when there is a sale. It allows brands to build trust among customers, through honest and sincere demonstrations and reviews by influencers, which in turn will drive sale for the brands. However, there is no payment for the posting itself.

Do you know that in the recent Alibaba Malaysia Week in September, an influencer was able to sell over 80,000 bottles of Malaysian birds’ nests within 5 minutes? Do you think you can achieve sales for the brands? If yes, then ConfirmPlusChop is for you.

In short, the more you sell, the more you earn!

 

ConfirmPlusChop platform allows you sell the products on your e-com page, directly from the factory to the end customers at a lower price than the normal market price. 

How does it work?

1. Log in to ConfirmPlusChop Page.

2. Browse for the products and request for samples of products you are interested in. You will receive a notification upon being selected by the brand.

3. Share your review on your social media platforms, and direct your audience to your own e-commerce listing site. 

4. Receive a margin when they purchase.

Check out my my e-commerce page to see the products I like which may also interest you!

Personally, I think it is the power of the word of mouth that creates this opportunity for us influencers to make extra bucks. I find it interesting to be able to try out various new products that I may not know about previously. Then if I am a satisfied user of the products, I am more than happy to share them with my followers via a couple of mentions in IG stories. It works similarly to affiliate programmes, but the commission is much higher as it can go up to 25% per sale.  

Benefits for the brands? It is a cost-saving method of marketing and obtaining better reach to a wider base of customers. With the influencers' help to spread the word, it not only drives sales but also builds brand awareness as well. 

So, don't forget to check out ConfirmPlusChop and start earning some moo-lah! 

Benefits of IGLinks for Influencer / KOL / Instagrammer

Just a few questions before we begin the topic of the day: 

1. Are you an influencer / Instagrammer? 

2. If yes, do you constantly need to change your "Link in bio" on IG?

3. If yes, do you want to save the hassle & find a solution for this?

4. If yes, do you want your solution to be FREE? 

If yes, B-I-N-G-O! You are at the right place now. I am going to share my experience of using IGLinks and its benefits for us as Instagrammers on our day-to-day social media marketing work. 

Personally, I have always been having this issue in Instagram where only one link is allowed. Sometimes, due to the requirement by the brands, there would be a clash of the duration of link placement especially when several brand endorsements are ongoing at the same time. I am sure most influencers will face the same issue too. 

But no worries, I just found something amazing that helps to solve this concern -- IGLinks.io. It allows you to create a personalised and easily-customizable page, that houses all the important links you want to share with your audience.

Whether you want to use it on Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, or any other social media platforms you can name, please feel free to do so! It's absolutely free and unrestricted. 

How to set up your IGLinks account? Easy peasy! It takes less than 5 minutes to set up an account, and in just few steps, you can get an IGLink for yourself. 

Once signed up, I can choose to customise my page with my own profile photo, title, description, contacts and social media links. Everything is fully customised, except for the special themes which are only available for different package users. 

Don't forget to check out the premium themes for the RM19 and RM79 package users too!

They have plenty of designs to choose from, I am sure you can find something that suits your liking.

For me, I prefer adding important links such as giveaways, reviews, etc so that it is easier for you guys to check it out from my IG profile! For each link, I can put in some short description and thumbnail too. 

Feel free to visit mine at iglinks.io/ohfishiee!

In this line of social media related work, I find it extra helpful as it aids discovery of my portfolio and eases the selection process by brands and businesses too. In short, it works wonder like a personal digital business card!

 

Free or pro? You choose.

Whether you just want to use the link for social media, or to also monitor the statistics behind it, you can choose from the packages available and subscribe to the one that meets your needs. I am currently using the free package and pretty happy about it :P 

Whether you are an influencer, brand or business, feel free to try out IGLinks to improve your marketing!

Find out more about IGLinks at:

Website: www.iglinks.io

Facebook: fb.com/iglinks.io

Instagram: @iglinks.io

High-End X50 Series: The Success of vivo In Penetrating Elite Market

Despite current uncertainties due to Covid-19 which has greatly affected the smartphone industry, vivo is still able to achieve and maintain positive results as shown during this critical period. Behind the rapid recovery and stable growth is not only benefited from vivo's continuous 5G strategy and clearer positioning of the high-end X series, but also inseparable from vivo's reorganisation of its overall brand strategy. Moving in tangent with its aspiration, vivo launched their latest in X series – X50 and X50 Pro this year. With the launch of the X50 series, it increases the recognition of the vivo brand by serving the high-end market with its breakthrough performance. 

According to the recent phone shipments report conducted by Canalys, vivo’s share of the Chinese smartphone market in the second quarter was firmly ranked second, an incremental rate of 23% from the previous quarter – making vivo the Number 2 smartphone manufacturer brand in China. Despite IDC predicted that the global smartphone shipments will see a decremental rate of 18.2% in the first half of 2020, vivo resulted as the second-largest smartphone vendors, who has successfully toppled other major Chinese smartphone manufacturers.

vivo’s innovations including in-display fingerprint, fullscreen display and pop-up cameras have been seen as part of vivo’s short-term strategy – having to say that though the innovations may bring great returns to the brand but it may not be the best strategy for a long run. In the case of the overall industry downturn, vivo's response strategy is to focus on serving the long-term strategy which is to adjust expectations and improve capabilities. 

With vivo’s strong determination on progress and develop the most advance technology for their users, they have also been focusing on the image and video technology since then. One of the most remarkable innovations in this segment including the micro “gimbal-like” structure which has been embedded in the newly-launched X50 Pro. Recognising the consumer needs, the built in “gimbal-like” structure can help to achieve steadier results when recording video footage – offering an ultimate user experiences especially for photography and videography enthusiasts. 

After gaining a foothold in the mainstream market, vivo's brand exploration has been centered on user insights and in response to consumers' pursuit of mobile phone camera functions, vivo polished its products from multiple directions such as soft light, selfie, zoom, and images to resonate with the users more as it gradually becomes one of the core value points of the vivo brand. 

Forever determined to keep moving, vivo has mapped out the strategy not only for the current, but also focuses on the more comprehensive and ideal plan for the long run plan. Adhering to the brand’s philosophy, vivo continues to focus and commit on being their best and to always strive forward while constantly exploring new consumer demand – leading them to the success today.

For more information about vivo, please visit

Facebook page www.facebook.com/VivoMalaysia 

or official website www.vivo.com/my.

K-POP Star BLACKPINK’s Lisa is The New Ambassador For vivo

After several consecutive rounds of leaks and rumours, the new generation of “thin and light selfie flagship” vivo S7 has officially launched in China as the latest offering from the company. With the design of the mid-range device vivo S7 has been revealed, BLACKPINK’s Thai-sensation, Lisa has been appointed as the face of the commercials.

The brand released Lisa’s photo collection with the different models of her phone, as well as the commercial video where she showcases all the incredible features of the phone.

vivo S7 features a 44-megapixel main camera and 8-megapixel 105° ultra-wide angle. Indicating from their slogan, S7 focuses on its lightness and thinness. Through the optimisation of the internal fuselage structure and delicate stacking, the weight of the fuselage is controlled to 170g, and the thickness is reduced to 7.39mm which makes the newly flagship lighter in general. Meanwhile, the S7 flagship also features a 6.44-inch 2400×1080 resolution AMOLED screen, which is also equipped with in-display fingerprint sensor.

Besides that, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor, standard 8GB LPDDR4X running memory and 128/256GB UFS2.1 flash memory, and a built-in 4000mAh battery that supports 33W flash charging.

With vivo constantly bringing innovative devices in Malaysia, does that mean we can be expecting vivo S7 in Malaysia soon?

For more information about vivo, please visit

Facebook page www.facebook.com/VivoMalaysia 

or official website www.vivo.com/my.

vivo Malaysia Teased to Launch X50 Series in 3 Dazzling Colour Variants

vivo Malaysia has recently confirmed to launch its upcoming flagship – vivo X50 series with three gorgeous colours. Throughout the years, vivo saw infinite possibilities in combining both technology and aesthetic design in creating hype and unique differences for the audience; in a true sense, it was a representation of cutting-edge technology meeting high fashion.

With that, vivo X50 series come in 3 elegant tinctures, which include Frost Blue, Glaze Black and Alpha Grey. vivo has also utilised the Anti-Glare frosting process that are able to change the device’s colour depending on different viewing angles.

Among the 3 colours that are known to be released in Malaysia, the Frost Blue version carries medium-light shade of cyan-blue, where its smooth surface reflects the beam of light like opal; Glaze Black brings futuristic blend of onyx hues and metallic shades that shimmer like a mirror; while the Alpha Grey is a work of illusory futurism that creates the best mix of both advance technology and high fashion.

For more information about vivo, please visit

Facebook page www.facebook.com/VivoMalaysia 

or official website www.vivo.com/my.

vivo is Building Its New Headquarters in Shenzhen, China

Leading global technology player, vivo has broken ground on a high-rise office in Shenzhen, China to house its future headquarters. Scheduled for completion in 2025, the 32-storey building that has the capacity of 5,800 employees is designed by US architectural from NBBJ.

Not only to focus on the progress of the technology, but also to prioritise the employees’ health and wellbeing, the vivo headquarters office will be housing vivo’s flagship store with an elegant spiral of indoor-outdoor gardens on every level – reflecting the next generation of high-rise offices that blur work, nature and health.

The building is intended to be as welcoming as possible. With the arrival podium starting at the ground level that creates an inviting environment for employees, visitors and shoppers; the building is also angled to be engaged with the city’s adjacent green belt that enhances the pedestrian experience.

On the other hand, each floor is specially designed for flexibility and fostering connections that lead to creativity, productivity, and overall wellbeing. In addition to the extra-large workspaces, each floor has common areas for group discussion and social activities. The open-plan floor allows flexibility at work that improves employees’ work adaptability.

For more information about vivo, please visit

Facebook page www.facebook.com/VivoMalaysia 

or official website www.vivo.com/my.