Samsung has officially expanded its removable storage lineup with two new microSD cards, the T7 and T9. Samsung says the T7 is for light gamers and intermediate creators who need reliable everyday storage, while positioning the T9 as a higher-end option for professional creators and gaming enthusiasts. To start, the T7 focuses more on capacity, [] The post Samsung Unveils T7, T9 microSD Cards With Up To 1TB Capacity appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Local custom PC and laptop brand Illegear has announced the Core series of gaming laptops. There are two size options available, and a total of three variants. These are the Core 15, Core 15 Xtreme, and Core 18 Xtreme. Despite what the names and sizes may suggest, its arguable if the largest model is actually [] The post Illegear Announces Core Series Gaming Laptops; Available In 15-, 18-Inch Sizes appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

You may have recently run into issues when trying to reload your Touch n Go (TNG) eWallet using a debit card, or noticed a pop-up notice regarding Quick Payment and Auto Reload in the app. The disruption was not a temporary glitch, as TNG Digital has now confirmed that both features for debit cards will [] The post TNG eWallet To Discontinue Auto Reload, Quick Payment Via Debit Card Starting 13 May 2026 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Bit by bit, the social media restriction for children aged below 16 is taking shape. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil recently revealed that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is close to completing its discussions with platform providers regarding the use of electronic Know-Your-Customer (eKYC) verification. According to the minister, MCMC has been engaging [] The post Fahmi: MCMC Nears eKYC Implementation For Under-16 Social Media Restriction ..

As Johor Bahru continues its push to become Malaysias AI and data centre capital, the state is attracting a steady stream of investments from both local and international companies. Among the latest is AirTrunk, which has announced plans to develop two new data centres in the region. The company plans to name the facilities JHB3 [] The post AirTrunk To Invest RM12 Billion To Build Two Data Centres In Johor appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Assuming Google sticks with its usual launch timeline, the Pixel 11 lineup will only officially debut sometime in August. However, the smartphones have already become the subject of a few leaks, revealing the designs and a possible new feature. And this time, details on the series Tensor G6 chipset have emerged. A tipster recently posted [] The post Google Pixel 11 Leak Reveals Tensor G6 Chipset Specifications appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The European Union (EU) has long proposed making USB-C charging the standard for portable electronic devices. Even the mighty Apple was brought to heel in 2023, seeing all iPhones from the iPhone 15 onwards sporting the port. Compared to other devices, laptops were given a longer period of time to conform to the law. That [] The post New Laptops Sold In EU Must Feature USB-C Charging appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Perhaps during one of your daily social media scrolls, you might have come across the phrase Vine was better than TikTok. For years, there have been calls for Vine to make a comeback, and now nearly a decade after its shutdown, a new app called diVine is attempting to bring that experience back. For those [] The post diVine, A Vine Reboot App, Is Now Available For Download appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Palit Microsystems has issued a follow-up announcement to clarify the status of GALAX, reiterating that the graphics card brand will continue operating despite recent restructuring moves. The statement comes after earlier reports sparked confusion over whether the latter had ceased operations globally. In its latest clarification, Palit stressed that GALAX is not ceasing operations and [] The post Palit Clarifies GALAX Restructure, Says Brand Will Continue Under Centralised Management ..

The YouTube mobile app has a Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode, which allows you to shrink the video into a small window that continues playing even when you exit the app. For the longest time, the company reserved this feature for certain users, namely Premium subscribers and those in the US. But now, thats about to change, [] The post YouTube Finally Rolling Out Picture-In-Picture Mode To Free Users Globally appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Reports of GPU connectors melting first appeared when the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series cards were new. And now, well into the life cycle of the next series, it looks to occasionally be in the news cycle still. ASUS has what it claims is a solution to the problem. And more recently, so does Corsair, [] The post Corsair Unveils ThermalProtect Cables To Prevent GPU Connectors Melting appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Rumours surrounding the future of OnePlus have taken a new turn, with new reports claiming that the brand has merged operations with fellow OPPO affiliated brand realme. The development follows months of speculation suggesting that OnePlus could scale back or shut down in certain regions, claims that company executives have consistently denied. Both brands remain [] The post OnePlus Reportedly Merging With realme appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

CelcomDigi, Maxis, and YTL Communications have each injected an additional RM202 million into Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB), as part of ongoing efforts to support the companys operations and spectrum-related commitments. The latest funding round was made at the request of the state-owned 5G wholesale network provider, according to Bursa Malaysia filings by CelcomDigi and Maxis. [] The post CelcomDigi, Maxis, YTL Inject RM202 Million Each Into DNB For 5G And Spectrum Costs appeared first ..

A new month is just around the corner, which usually means its time to settle those monthly bills. If youre a CelcomDigi user, though, you might want to get that done sooner rather than later, as the telco has announced a temporary service disruption. To be more precise, in a notice issued earlier today, the [] The post CelcomDigi Will Undergo A 24-Hour System Upgrade On 30 April appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Google Translate officially launched on 28 April 2006. This means that as of this month, the translation service is twenty years old. In conjunction with this milestone, the company has announced a new feature to help learners nail the correct pronunciation. In a blog post commemorating the translation tools 20th anniversary, Google revealed that it [] The post Google Translate App Gets AI-Powered Pronunciation Practice Tool appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Things look to be heating up in the war against (or indeed for) piracy. And its not surprising that Denuvo is involved in this latest development. The DRM company is reportedly working with 2K Games to implement a 14-day online check-in for certain games. This decision follows claims from those in the pirating scene that [] The post Denuvo, 2K Games Add 14-Day Online Check-Ins To Counter Piracy appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

GALAX, one of the more recognisable names in the GPU market, has ceased to exist as an independent entity, following a restructuring that saw its entire global team dismissed. In an official statement shared by several media outlets, Taiwan-based Palit Microsystems confirmed that it has assumed full control of the brand, taking over all operations, [] The post GALAX Brand Fully Taken Over By Palit Microsystems appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Despite the ongoing memory supply constraints, NVIDIA has quietly introduced a higher VRAM configuration of its GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. The new variant comes with 12GB of VRAM and will sit alongside the existing 8GB model, giving OEMs more flexibility in laptop configurations. While NVIDIA has yet to reveal official pricing, NotebookCheck suggests that [] The post NVIDIA Quietly Introduces RTX 5070 Laptop GPU 12GB Variant appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Volatile global fuel prices could adversely affect electricity generation costs, in turn influencing tariffs for consumers. Despite this, the government assured that it will minimise the impact of the electricity cost changes on the public and business sector. Speaking during the Global Supply Crisis briefing, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir explained that measures are [] The post Economy Minister: Govt Mitigating Impact Of Electricity Cost Changes On Consumers appeared first ..

Youve probably seen over the weekend signs of a worrying development for people who buy digital games on PlayStation. But in case you missed it, some gamers have reported seeing a new 30-day online check-in requirement for some of these digital games. This is reminiscent of some fringe situations that can arise with free games [] The post PlayStation Adds 30-Day Online Check-In DRM For Digital Games Bought After March appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Valve has confirmed that a successor to its handheld gaming device is still in development, although details remain scarce for now. During a recent interview with IGN, Valve software engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais said the company is hard at work on what many expect to be the Steam Deck 2. The confirmation comes amid growing competition [] The post Valve Confirms Steam Deck 2 Development Is Ongoing appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Apple has been steadily pushing its AI ambitions, including a more capable Siri, but we have yet to see the full extent of what its Apple Intelligence platform can actually deliver. That said, a new report now suggests the company could be bringing more AI-powered features to the Photos app in iOS 27. According to [] The post Apple Reportedly Overhauling Photo Editor For iOS 27 With AI appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

DJI has been steadily releasing new products over the past few weeks. This time, the company has announced the Mic Mini 2 for the local market, just as it had promised earlier this month. The compact wireless mic already made its debut in China, so some of these details may already be familiar for those [] The post DJI Mic Mini 2 Arrives In Malaysia With Colourful Magnetic Covers appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Ever since the recent surge in AI development, concerns about data centres have also come into sharper focus. These facilities consume significant amounts of energy and water, raising questions about their long-term environmental impact. Perhaps in a bid to quell these worries without hindering expansion, some companies have begun exploring more unconventional ideas, including the [] The post AMD Wants AI In Space, But Its Not As Simple As It Sounds appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Logitech has unveiled its new G512 X TMR Analog/Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, which introduces analog input alongside traditional mechanical switches. The company confirmed that the product will arrive in Malaysia by mid May 2026. The G512 X centres around a hybrid design powered by TMR (Tunnel Magneto Resistance) sensors, allowing it to detect varying levels of [] The post New Logitech G512 X Gaming Keyboard Offers Both Analog And Mechanical Switch Support appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The iQOO Z11 and Z11x have already appeared in the SIRIM database early last month. This was before they were launched in any market. Today, the gaming arm of vivo announced that both phones are available for pre-order in Malaysia. And to entice those interested into placing their own, the company has teased some items [] The post iQOO Z11, Z11x Available For Pre-Order appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

WhatsApp may be looking to change how it handles chat backups. At the moment, the messaging platform lacks a dedicated cloud backup provider, instead relying on third-party services like Google Drive and iCloud. But now, it appears that the company is developing an independent storage system. According to a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is exploring [] The post WhatsApp Reportedly Developing First-Party Encrypted Cloud Backup Service appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Microsoft is reportedly working on a major effort to address longstanding issues surrounding Windows 11. According to a report by Windows Central, the initiative is codenamed K2, and it represents a structured, long-term plan rather than a traditional operating system release. Windows K2 is described as an ongoing programme that delivers incremental improvements across the [] The post Microsoft Reportedly Working On K2 Initiative To Extensively Address Windows 11 Issues appeared first on ..

Huawei officially opened the doors to its new AI Lab and Innovation Centre. The event was officiated by Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The new Huawei facility is located within The Exchange 106 at TRX. As per the official press release, the new facility spans an area of 13,638 square feet, accommodating facilities that [] The post Huawei Officially Launches New AI Lab And Innovation Centre appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

In its more than 50-year history, Turtle Beach has released its fair share of gaming peripherals, but the Command Series MC7 might be one of its more unconventional efforts yet. At a glance, it looks like your typical ergonomic gaming mouse, but that impression changes quickly once you notice the 2.25-inch LCD touchscreen sitting right [] The post Turtle Beach's Gaming Mouse Has An LCD Touchscreen, Because Why Not appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

We've seen carmakers taking dips into the office chair market, with products commanding immense premiums. One that immediately comes to mind was the one by Mercedes-AMG, with its EUR 3,500 (~RM16,246) AMG Office Chair from back in 2022. A bit more recently, Toyota has made its own, with its own take on ridiculous premium furniture. [] The post Toyota Has Its Own Ultra-Luxurious Desk Chair appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

WhatsApp has announced that it will discontinue support for older Android devices starting 8 September 2026. Following this change, smartphones running Android 5.0 and 5.1 will no longer be able to use the messaging app, effectively cutting off access for users on these ageing platforms. The company said affected users will receive a notification when [] The post WhatsApp To Drop Support For Older Android Phones From September 2026 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

OpenAI is predominantly known for its AI offerings, particularly its ChatGPT chatbot. However, the company has been looking to diversify its portfolio with different types of hardware. Now, a recent report indicates that a smartphone may also be in the works, although it likely wont materialise for a couple of years. This information comes from [] The post OpenAI Reportedly Developing Smartphone With Agentic AI Capabilities appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

ManagePay Systems Bhd (MPay) has secured a contract to develop and implement an open payment system for the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) passenger ticketing platform. The award was issued to its wholly owned subsidiary, ManagePay Services Sdn Bhd, by ECRL Operations Sdn Bhd. The contract covers the end-to- end deployment of the system, including supply, [] The post MPay Secures Contract To Power ECRL's Open Payment Ticketing System appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Alongside unveiling the X3 30 xDrive M Sport, BMW Group Malaysia has also pinned a specific price tag onto the iX1 eDrive20L M Sport. The Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) was previously unveiled alongside the locally assembled i5 eDrive40 M Sport Pro back in January. At the time though, it only had an estimated price of [] The post BMW iX1 eDrive20L M Sport Gets Official Price Of RM252,800 appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Rising fuel costs are continuing to impact Malaysians, affecting everyone from e-hailing drivers to daily commuters. In response, ride-hailing platform Bolt has announced a series of measures aimed at easing the burden, including ride discounts of up to 25% and expanded promotion of its multi-stop feature. In the official press release, the multi-stop feature, as [] The post Bolt Rolls Out Multi-Stop Rides To Help Cut Commuting Costs appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

The COROS Pace 4 debuted on our shores back in December as a lightweight running smartwatch. Now, the company has announced a new Black Crystal variant of the device, featuring premium materials and a more refined look. This model sports a 6000-series aluminum alloy bezel with a Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) coating. According to the [] The post COROS Pace 4 Black Crystal Unveiled With Aluminium Alloy Bezel appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

More than three years after acquiring Twitter and rebranding it into X, Elon Musk now claims he is close to realising his long-promised vision of turning the platform into an everything app. Part of that plan involves the public launch of a new financial services tool later this month. Dubbed X Money, the new feature [] The post Musk To Turn X Into Super App With Upcoming X Money Banking Tool appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

BMW Group Malaysia today unveiled two new Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV), one of which is the BMW X3 30 xDrive M Sport. The car is a follow-up to the brand's last model, and is the 4th generation of its X3 lineup, complete with higher specifications. "Sports Activity Vehicles continue to be an important pillar of [] The post BMW Unveils New X3 30 xDrive M Sport SAV appeared first on Lowyat.NET .

Just about exactly a month ago, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced another round of price hikes for its current generation hardware. This meant that both the standard and Digital Editions of the PS5, as well as the PS5 Pro and PS Portal, got price hikes. Today, the company we know as PlayStation has announced what these [] The post PS5, PS5 Pro Price Hikes To Take Effect In Malaysia From 1 May appeared first on Lowyat.NET .