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Huawei launches Huawei nova 9, Laptop+ Matebook 14s, Watch GT 3 series

Huawei Consumer BG held its APAC Autumn Launch Event, bringing three new super devices, including the HUAWEI nova 9, HUAWEI MateBook 14s, and HUAWEI Watch GT 3 series smartwatches.

Kevin Ho, COO of Huawei Consumer Business Group, gave the opening speech for the Huawei APAC Autumn Product Launch. Ho shared that Huawei has been putting efforts in the consumer business and gains 730 million users worldwide and connected with more than 1 billion devices. Ho also said that Huawei will continue to bring the most innovative, intelligent and stylishproducts to the market.

HUAWEI nova 9: Flagship-grade camera technology for the young
Huawei nova series aims to be the most popular smartphone for young people. Design and R&D teams contribute their passion of life and technology to create beautiful and powerful products for young users.

Flagship-grade camera, capture your day and night:
Huawei nova 9 is equipped with the 50 MP Ultra Vision Camera, the flagship RYYB color filter array (CFA) and XD Fusion engine to dramatically improve the image quality with rich detail and lesser noise in low light shooting. The flagship RYYB color filter array provides 40% improvement of the amount of light while the XD Fusion engine inherited Huawei flagship image algorithm such as AI brightening and anti-distortion .

Breath-taking New Design:
Huawei nova 9 has the remarkable camera layout, Star Orbit Ring. The pearled Starry Blue presents ever-changing colors under the shifting light. The HUAWEI nova 9 features a 6.57-inch 1.07 billion original color display that supports a maximum 120Hz refresh rate. The new Touch Turbo technology optimizes the response speed, stability, and precision of touch control, bringing a faster, more stable, and more accurate game experience.
Silky and seamless experience with fast charging:
The nova 9 also features a 66W Huawei Super Charge, to provide excellent charging efficiency and long-lasting battery life.

HUAWEI MateBook 14s: Sleek Laptop+ with high performance
The HUAWEI MateBook 14s has a slim body design. It has a 2.5k Huawei FullView Display and 90 Hz refresh rate with a ratio of 3:2, to create an engaging visual experience. In a bid to further boost the interface efficiency, Huawei included a 10-point multi-touch capability in the MateBook 14s which allows easier user navigation.

On the performance front, the Laptop+ runs at the new 11th Gen Intel® Core™ H-Series Processor for fast and smooth performance.

Huawei MateBook 14s brings the whole new smart office experience. Certain mobile applications from the PC AppGallery have been chosen to carry out experiments and optimization, and successfully supported by the Huawei Mobile App Engine. The beta version of PC AppGallery will be available for consumer to try soon.

Consumers are able to use mobile applications from PC AppGallery on the MateBook 14s such as scrolling short videos, looking for tasty food, reading news and so on. Among the mobile apps that can be downloaded into the HUAWEI MateBook 14s are Grab, Kumu, Garena Free Fire, Huawei Books, and many more.

Aesthetics: Sleek and slim
HUAWEI MateBook 14s comes with spruce green and space grey which are unique and classy. It has four narrow bezels and 90% high screen-to-body ratio. With support for 100% sRGB wide colour gamut, the display can render 1.07 billion colours to show vibrant colours and smooth transition.

The new laptop provides dual eye protection for users with its TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) and Flicker Free certifications, which helps users alleviate eye fatigue, thus protecting their eyes.

Powerful performance, More Than One Side
The HUAWEI MateBook 14s is powered by the new 11th Gen Intel® CoreTM H-series processor and the Iris® Xe graphics card, The performance mode can be activated by pressing the Fn+P shortcut, which boosts the CPU TDP to 45W. The HUAWEI MateBook 14s has a 60Wh battery and a 65W power adapter, the laptop can work for up to 3 hours on a 15-minute charge.
Smart Office Experience: Super Device

The new laptop comes with multi-device connectivity features, allowing it to sync up with other HUAWEI products, hence forming one Super Device. With a simple tap, it can be connected with a Huawei smartphone, tablet, MateView etc. to enable cross-platform collaboration such as transferring files seamlessly, projection, turning tablet into a drawing pad etc. to boost the productivity in different scenario.

HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Series: Private Trainer powered by HarmonyOS with 2 weeks sustainability

100+ workout modes
The HUAWEI Watch GT 3 series features AI Running Coach and 100+ workout modes to digitize and supervise the intensity and duration you want to achieve. Nevertheless, the upgraded five satellite and dual-band GNSS accurately pin your position when you are jogging across the city.

All day monitoring
Based on Truseen 5.0+, the new generation heart rate monitoring technology, it provides all-day accurate reading of heart rate monitoring, SpO2 monitoring and skin temperature detection to help you monitor your health condition throughout the day. The battery life of Huawei Watch GT3 is one of the reasons to get it as a fully charged GT3 can last up to 2 weeks before the next charge.
Premium ID design
With stainless steel material and rotating crown design, the premium ID design is compatible for formal business occasions, exercises or even urban adventurers. Last but not least, it is powered by HarmonyOS, supporting third- party applications .

Huawei Experience Store 10th anniversary brings good deals to consumers
Huawei also announced in the launch that it will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Huawei Experience Store, coming with pre-sale and first sale of new products, and a series of promotions.

To celebrate this milestone, HUAWEI is giving away a 10th Anniversary Gift Box when customers purchase select items from any HUAWEI Experience Stores nationwide. The 10th Anniversary Gift Box worth P2,890. The tech giant is also installing and giving away free screen protectors from November 12 to 15! Other promos include a multitude of freebies for every purchase of a Huawei MateBook, MatePad and MateView.

For more information please visit:
https://consumer.huawei.com/ph/offer/huawei-autumn-product-launch/
And to get the latest product news, offers, and services on all things Huawei, HUAWEI fans may download the My HUAWEI App. Besides updates, fans can interact with social artists, community leaders and fellow fans in the Huawei Community. The app is available to Huawei devices with EMUI8.0 and above.

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SEA 2023: Cybercriminals clog business networks with financial phishing

6:36 p.m. March 18, 2024

In 2023, Kaspersky anti-phishing technologies detected nearly 500,000 attempts to follow a phishing link on businesses’ devices in Southeast Asia (SEA). Interestingly, this number only refers to phishing links related to finance matters – e-commerce, banking, and payment systems.

Phishing persuades users to take action which gives a scammer access to your device, accounts, or personal information. By pretending to be a person or organization the users trust, they can more easily infect the victim with malware or steal their information.

These social engineering schemes “bait” with trust to get valuable information. This could be anything from a social media login, to your entire identity via your social security number. These schemes may urge the user to open an attachment, follow a link, fill out a form, or reply with personal information.

“Financial phishing” is a type of phishing which refers to fraudulent resources related to banking, payment systems and digital shops. Payment system phishing includes pages impersonating well-known payment brands.

From January to December last year, Kaspersky solutions detected and blocked a total of 455,708 financial phishing attempts targeting companies of various sizes in the region. The statistics reflect clicks on phishing links placed in various communication channels, including emails, fraudulent web sites, messengers, social media, etc. 

“Phishing is a trusted technique for cybercriminals when it comes to infiltrating business networks because they usually work. The rise of generative AI helps cybercriminals to make phishing messages or scam resources more convincing. As a result, it becomes challenging for people to distinguish between a scam and a legitimate communication. That’s why the role of robust security solutions increases,” comments Yeo Siang Tiong, General Manager for Southeast Asia at Kaspersky. 

The Philippines logged the highest number of financial phishing at 163,279 attempts in 2023, followed by Malaysia with 124,105. Indonesia chalked up 97,465 incidents while Vietnam experienced 36,130 phishing attacks related to financial matters. Thailand and Singapore registered the least number of this threat at 25,227 and 9,502 respectively.

“Cybercriminals employ various tactics, including financial-related phishing, to deceive employees and trick them into falling victim to an attack Our recent study showed employee security violations can be as damaging as external hacking for companies in Asia Pacific which means the human factor continues to play a role in making businesses vulnerable. Tools to help safeguard against human error are a vital step forward, but they can’t exclude employee education, skills development, and overall strengthening of the company’s ability to detect and respond to cyberattacks,” adds Yeo.

To help companies protect their systems against the damages of a successful phishing attack, Kaspersky experts recommend:

  • To advance decision-makers’ understanding of the importance of cybersecurity and how best to distribute budgets to stay ahead of threats, engage them with Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation for enhanced C-level professional education.
  • Consider experts’ help. For example, Kaspersky Assessments family of professional services identifies security gaps in your system’s configuration, and the Security Architecture Design helps create an IT security infrastructure that’s a perfect fit for a particular company. Every step of implementation is grounded in real security needs, giving decision-makers convincing arguments to allocate budgets.
  • Install and use enterprise security solutions with anti-phishing software: The Advanced Anomaly Control feature within Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Advanced, Kaspersky Total Security for Business and Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum help prevent potentially dangerous activities that are ‘out of the norm’, both undertaken by the user and initiated by the attacker who has already seized control of the system.  
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Revolutionizing social networking: Rili, groundbreaking AI-powered platform

6:11 p.m. March 9, 2024

Rili.ai officially launches its AI-powered app to redefine how individuals connect, interact, create, and communicate in the digital age. Thanks to voice cloning and lip-syncing, anyone can create their own digital twin (Rili) and interact with anyone, anytime, and anywhere.

Users can cultivate their digital twin, training it with content in over 100 languages to break down communication barriers and foster worldwide friendships. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge, gain insights and information from other individuals, or delve deeper into meaningful conversations with other users, Rili.ai is the app to do so effortlessly.

To train Rili, users can share knowledge and information through chat (written messages or voice audios) or by speaking into a microphone. Moreover, it is possible to integrate the digital print of anyone into Rili profiles with their existing accounts on platforms such as Twitch, X, and YouTube. Leveraging this integration, Rili.ai gathers personalized information from users’ public profiles on these platforms, ensuring a tailored experience based on their interests and preferences.

Features for Enhanced Social Engagement

The app offers various features designed to enhance users’ digital interactions. The explore feature allows users to effortlessly search for their favorite Rili users and discover others who share similar interests and preferences, fostering meaningful connections in a virtual community. With profile customization, users can tailor their Rili to reflect their unique personality and interests. The chat functionality allows users to initiate conversations with other “Rilis” and review their past chats, promoting seamless interaction and boosting engagement. Other features include creating favorite Rili lists, scoring conversations, adding likes to conversations or phrases, and sharing messages with anyone through different channels.

Through Rili, users have the unique ability to deeply connect with others, gaining valuable insights and understanding into their perspectives, experiences, and expertise. Rili.ai facilitates meaningful connections that transcend geographical boundaries and time constraints. With its advanced capabilities, Rili.ai offers an app for preserving digital heritage, allowing users to capture and preserve their memories, stories, and experiences for future generations.

“Rili is the new generation of social media platforms. Powered by AI and using the most relevant state-of-the-art technologies, its development will be a turning point for the history of communication. The creation of digital twins will give the opportunity to the society to expand their knowledge, connections and share of voice beyond boundaries”, highlighted Antonio Camacho, Rili Co-founder. “Rili’s mission is to fight against isolation, allowing people to connect with others you would not be able to reach”.  

Join Rili’s white list

The Rili alpha version is already live for anyone interested in joining the community. You can sign up for the white list and will be notified once you have access to create your own Rili. The app is available for iOS and Android.

Revolutionizing Social Networking: Introducing Rili, the Groundbreaking AI-Powered Platform for Sharing and Expanding Your Legacy

Rili.ai officially launches its AI-powered app to redefine how individuals connect, interact, create, and communicate in the digital age. Thanks to voice cloning and lip-syncing, anyone can create their own digital twin (Rili) and interact with anyone, anytime, and anywhere.

Users can cultivate their digital twin, training it with content in over 100 languages to break down communication barriers and foster worldwide friendships. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge, gain insights and information from other individuals, or delve deeper into meaningful conversations with other users, Rili.ai is the app to do so effortlessly.

To train Rili, users can share knowledge and information through chat (written messages or voice audios) or by speaking into a microphone. Moreover, it is possible to integrate the digital print of anyone into Rili profiles with their existing accounts on platforms such as Twitch, X, and YouTube. Leveraging this integration, Rili.ai gathers personalized information from users’ public profiles on these platforms, ensuring a tailored experience based on their interests and preferences.

Features for Enhanced Social Engagement

The app offers various features designed to enhance users’ digital interactions. The explore feature allows users to effortlessly search for their favorite Rili users and discover others who share similar interests and preferences, fostering meaningful connections in a virtual community. With profile customization, users can tailor their Rili to reflect their unique personality and interests. The chat functionality allows users to initiate conversations with other “Rilis” and review their past chats, promoting seamless interaction and boosting engagement. Other features include creating favorite Rili lists, scoring conversations, adding likes to conversations or phrases, and sharing messages with anyone through different channels.

Through Rili, users have the unique ability to deeply connect with others, gaining valuable insights and understanding into their perspectives, experiences, and expertise. Rili.ai facilitates meaningful connections that transcend geographical boundaries and time constraints. With its advanced capabilities, Rili.ai offers an app for preserving digital heritage, allowing users to capture and preserve their memories, stories, and experiences for future generations.

“Rili is the new generation of social media platforms. Powered by AI and using the most relevant state-of-the-art technologies, its development will be a turning point for the history of communication. The creation of digital twins will give the opportunity to the society to expand their knowledge, connections and share of voice beyond boundaries”, highlighted Antonio Camacho, Rili Co-founder. “Rili’s mission is to fight against isolation, allowing people to connect with others you would not be able to reach”.  

Join Rili’s white list

The Rili alpha version is already live for anyone interested in joining the community. You can sign up for the white list and will be notified once you have access to create your own Rili. The app is available for iOS and Android.

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The lightest smartphone with massive 6000mAh battery HONOR X7b coming to PH on March 9

4:34 p.m. March 7, 2024

HONOR Philippines never stops! After the successful launches of HONOR X9b 5G, HONOR Magic V2, and HONOR X8b, the leading global smart devices provider is expected to launch the HONOR X7b in the Philippines on March 9!  

“We, at HONOR, believe that technology is very inclusive, there is technology that caters to even the most unique requirement there is. We had HONOR X9b 5G that is ultra tough that can withstand harsh drops. HONOR X8b was recently introduced with a massive storage and great camera quality for those who value design and photography. Now, we are welcoming a new addition to our X Series, the HONOR X7b,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng. 

Welcoming the HONOR X7b 

HONOR X7b is the latest addition to HONOR’s X Series line-up, offering consumers a reliable, well-rounded device available to consumers at an affordable price. Delivering upgrades in hardware performance, battery performance, and photography capabilities, the new device promises an exceptional, uninterrupted user experience. 

Equipped with a 6,000mAh ultra-large battery, the HONOR X7b delivers the best battery life among all HONOR X Series smartphones to date. It can support various activities for up to 3 days  on a single charge, making it a reliable companion for users on the go. Thanks to HONOR’s innovative battery technologies, the HONOR X7b is the thinnest and lightest smartphone with a 6000mAh battery. The device’s battery maintains over 80% of its health even after three years of usage, ensuring exceptional longevity and reducing the need for constant recharging. 

The HONOR X7b boasts a 108MP Main Camera  with a 1/1.67-inch sensor. To enable the camera to capture bright and vivid shots even in challenging low-light conditions, the HONOR X7b supports 9-in-1 pixel binning, achieving a pixel  size measuring 1.92µm that ensures night colors are faithfully reproduced in images. 

For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/

In the meantime, check out HONOR’s wide array of mobile phones, tablets, and laptops at any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores nationwide or online via Shopee (https://bit.ly/HONORPHShopee), Lazada (https://bit.ly/HONORPHLaz) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/HONORTikTokShop)

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