The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) will deploy 50 EV charging stations next year. This was revealed through the tabling of Budget 2027 earlier today. To be clear, LLMs plan was not explicitly mentioned by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Parliament. Instead, it can be found in the speech text published on the official Budget 2027 []

Anker has officially introduced its latest open-ear clip-on earbuds to the Malaysian market: the Soundcore AeroClip 2. Open-ear earbuds have gained popularity as they offer greater comfort while providing users with situational awareness. However, the downside is that most of these earbuds don't offer excellent microphone quality, especially in noisy environments. To overcome this challenge, []

Garmin Malaysia has officially announced the Enduro 4, its latest ultra- performance GPS smartwatch designed specifically for endurance athletes, trail runners, and outdoor adventurers. Positioned as the brand's longest-lasting smartwatch to date, the Enduro 4 pairs an updated solar lens with enhanced mapping and dynamic terrain-adjusted metrics, with battery life of up to 320 hours in []

Good news for local bookworms: Spotify Audiobooks is finally coming to Malaysia. The feature is set to expand to over 180 countries by the end of 2026, joining regional neighbours like Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Spotify Audiobooks was previously limited to only 22 markets, but this expansion opens the feature up to more than []

Garmin Malaysia has introduced its latest flagship golf smartwatch, the Garmin Approach S72, which hits Malaysian shelves on 30 October 2026. You can pick it up in two sizes: 43mm and 47mm. Both pack a solid AMOLED display, a tough titanium bezel, a sapphire lens, a built-in speaker, and a mic. Garmin Approach S72 pricing []

Infinix has officially launched the SMART 20e in Malaysia and it is their new entry-level 4G smartphone priced under RM600. Despite its budget pricing, the device still offers 120Hz refresh rate display, military-grade shock resistance, IP64-rate dust and water resistance and NFC file sharing. Infinix Smart 20e price and availability Here is the official pricing []

MSI has officially opened pre-orders in Malaysia for its latest high-end 2-in-1 convertible laptop, the Prestige N16 Flip AI+. Aimed squarely at creators, developers, and power users executing local AI agent workloads, the machine stands out as the only 2-in-1 convertible form factor announced in the initial wave of devices running on the new NVIDIA []

The government has agreed to increase the FlySiswa subsidy allocation from RM400 to RM500, as announced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during the tabling of Budget 2027 today. First introduced in 2023, the initiative provides flight ticket aid to students at public higher learning institutions (IPTA) travelling inter-state between Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan. []

Malaysians adults who are not receiving the monthly Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) assistance will receive a total of RM200 in Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) assistance next year. Under the SARA MADANI 2027 programme, RM100 provided ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri and another RM100 will be given in conjunction with National Day. Meanwhile, STR recipients will []

My50 unlimited travel pass for Rapid KL is here to stay for 2027, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This was revealed during the tabling of Budget 2027 earlier today. At the moment, around 300,000 public transport users in the Klang Valley are benefiting from the pass. Valid for 30 days, the popular RM50 unlimited []

JomCharge and MBPJ have officially started turning on street-level EV chargers around Petaling Jaya. Their first location is at Aman Suria, deployed in front of Betty's Midwest Kitchen. As part of the opening, JomCharge is offering 50% discount for EV charging at the location for this coming weekend. In addition, users can also enjoy an []

Oppo has confirmed that its latest Find X10 series flagship smartphones will launch in Malaysia on 22 October 2026. The lineup includes the Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max, featuring up to three 200MP Hasselblad cameras and MediaTek's latest Dimensity 9600-series processors. While Malaysian pricing has yet to be revealed, Oppo Malaysia is []

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Launched earlier this year, Kelas Sekejap is an AI-powered language app built for Malaysians to practise and build confidence in their English speaking skills. Reading and writing English is easy enough, but speaking out loud takes real confidence. Many Malaysians avoid speaking English out of fear of being judged or making mistakes. While formal situations []

Capcom is bringing its flagship action role playing title, Monster Hunter Rise, to mobile platforms through Netflix Games. Recent store page listings reveal that the game will run natively on iOS and Android devices, provided you maintain an active Netflix subscription. While the title is currently soft launched exclusively in the Philippines, a global rollout []

U Mobile has introduced SIM-based Phone Number Verification (PNV) on its ULTRA5G network, allowing businesses and app developers to verify a user's mobile number instead of relying on SMS one-time password (OTP). The solution provides a more secure way to verify a user's phone number since SMS OTP is not encrypted and can be phished []

Acer Malaysia has officially introduced the Acer Swift Air 14 in Malaysia. Weighing 1.19kg in an aluminium body, these are lightweight 14 laptops that boast up to 19 hours of battery life and are powered by Intels new Core Series 3 processors. Priced from RM2,999, the Swift Air 14 is now available nationwide through Acer []

Dell Technologies has introduced its latest specialised field laptops in Malaysia, targeting industrial workers who need extreme durability rather than sleek design. The lineup includes the fully protected Pro Rugged 13 Extreme and the semi rugged Pro Rugged 14. However, with prices starting well above RM16,000, these machines are clearly built for corporate enterprise budgets []

Samsung has rolled out a major SmartThings update targeting its 470 million registered users globally. The highlight is SmartThings Now, a new feature at the top of the Home tab that predicts user actions and suggests controls based on daily routines. SmartThings Now promises contextual automation, but risks app clutter SmartThings Now builds on Samsung []

BMW has officially unveiled the first-ever BMW iX4, a fully electric SUV coupe that serves as the sportier sibling to the BMW iX3. It features a sleeker design with a sloping roofline while featuring BMW's latest Neue Klasse technologies including its Gen6 eDrive platform. The new BMW iX4 50 xDrive offers up to 828km of []

If you are planning to upgrade your smartphone, Realme is kicking off its 10.10 Double Digit Sale from 1 to 10 October 2026 with discounts up to 50% off. On top of direct discounts, you can also land free shipping vouchers and complimentary gifts when shopping via official Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop stores. To []

OpenAI has rolled out Intelligent UI to 1.2 billion weekly ChatGPT users. The feature replaces long text blocks with interactive graphics, maps, and custom tools inside the chat stream. What is Intelligent UI and how does it work? Intelligent UI automatically generates interactive visual interfaces based on prompt context. Instead of plain text, the model []

After it was first previewed at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2026 back in June, Proton has now officially pulled the curtain back on the 2026 Proton X50 Sport Edition (SE). This is the 3rd SE release that Proton has rolled out so far for its X-series SUV lineup, following the 2025 X50 []

Prasarana Malaysias subsidiary, Rapid Bus, has begun testing electric buses across its Rapid KL and Rapid Penang networks. These tests serve as preparation for a wider deployment of EV buses into the Rapid Bus fleet over the coming years. Besides route testing, Rapid Bus stated that it is also setting up the necessary supporting ecosystem []

MSI has officially opened pre-orders in Malaysia on 6th October 2026 for its latest high-performance gaming laptop, the MSI Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition. Designed for serious gamers and creators seeking maximum horsepower, this special-edition rig packs AMD's Ryzen 9 8940HX processor and NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5070 GPU into a distinct MLG-themed chassis. If you []

Taking a red-eye flight or arriving at KLIA Terminal 1 after midnight? Take note that the KLIA Aerotrain will be unavailable from12:00am to 5:00am between 8 and 17 October 2026as the airport carries out the first phase of a scheduled software update. During the five-hour window, passengers travelling between the KLIA Main Terminal Building and []

Jaguar has unveiled the production version of the Jaguar Type 01, an all- electric 4-door grand tourer that marks the start of the brand's new design direction as well as a new era for its EV journey. Built in the UK, the Type 01 is also the first model based on the Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA). []

Setel has launched Voice Fuelling in beta across Petronas stations in Malaysia today (7 October 2026). The new AI feature lets motorists activate petrol pumps by speaking their pump number to their phones. To make digital fuelling more inclusive, the system supports four languages: English, Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin, and Tamil. Once you state your pump []

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If you are looking to upgrade your home setup before the year ends, Hisense Malaysia has launched its Innovating A Brighter Healthy Life 2026 promotion across Malaysia. This promo is happening from 1st October to 31st December 2026. By purchasing selected Hisense entertainment products or home appliances and registering your receipts online, you can get []

Samsungs latest flagship Android tablets, the Galaxy Tab S12+ and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, are now officially available in Malaysia. For students and educators, Samsung is offering discounted education pricing at 20% off, which brings the Galaxy Tab S12+ WiFi down to as low as RM3,999.20, while the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra WiFi version is []

A fire at the basement car park of Johor Bahru City Square on Tuesday sparked speculation online that an electric vehicle (EV) was responsible for the incident. However, the Johor Fire and Rescue Department (BOMBA) has refuted claims that the fire originated from an EV. As reported by BERNAMA, preliminary investigations found that the fire []

Looking for a high-powered EV charger along Kesas Expressway? If you're heading towards Shah Alam from OUG or Taman Bukit Jalil, there's now an EV charger deployed by ChargEV at Awan Besar R&R.; Capable of pushing up to 180kW, the location is ideal for a quick top up while grabbing some quick refreshments at the []

Honda City Hatchback 2026 facelift is now officially rolling out from Honda Malaysias plant in Melaka. The facelifted model has been available for booking since 1 October, just a week after its sedan equivalent was officially launched in Malaysia. Whats new about the Honda City Hatchback 2026 facelift? The City Hatchback 2026 marks the second []

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Nothing has officially opened pre-orders for its flagship audio wearable, the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro, in Malaysia starting today, 6 October 2026. Interestingly, this headphone is cheaper than we expected. If you pre-order today, you can pick up the headphone Nothing authorised stores nationwide some time next month. The new flagship over-ear headphones introduce a []

CelcomDigi has just announced Protect+ with AppleCare Services which starts from RM50 per month. This is a multi-device protection plan that covers eligible iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods and Beats headsets under a single subscription. Protect+ plan is applicable to new and existing CelcomDigi postpaid subscribers who have purchased an eligible iPhone from the telco. []

Charge+ Malaysia has revised the pricing for its EV charging subscription plans, a year after they were first introduced in September 2025. Effective for new subscriptions from 1st October 2026, the annual plans for Charge+ public chargers now cost between RM726 and RM1,296. This marks an increase of 34% to 44%. Besides the price revision, []

U Mobile has announced that its ULTRA5G network now covers 90% of populated areas nationwide, achieving its July 2027 rollout target more than nine months ahead of schedule. As a result, it claims to be Malaysia's widest 5G network. The milestone comes after U Mobile surpassed 80% 5G Coverage of Populated Areas (CoPA) in March []

Putrajayas Nadiputra public bus service will be joined by an autonomous electric bus starting tomorrow, 7 October 2026. Operated in collaboration with Handal Indah and eMooVit (remember this 5G-connected autonomous Proton Exora?), the new self-driving EV bus service will serve Route P113, connecting MRT Putrajaya Sentral to Dataran Gemilang. From what we can gather, the []