Malaysias electric vehicle market has been given a last-minute reprieve on tax incentives , with fully imported electric vehicles (CBU EVs) eligible for import and excise duty exemptions as long as they arrive in the country before 28 December 2025. This comes amid the scheduled end of EV tax breaks at the close of the year, which is expected to raise prices for imported EVs starting 1 January 2026.

Looks like we will have our first phone of 2026 by OPPO . OPPO Malaysia will kick off 2026 with the OPPO Reno15 Series on 6 January 2026, including the upcoming lineup of the Reno15 Pro , Reno15 , and Reno15 F . Here are some pre- order details of the Reno15 Series you should know.

In a continuous battle against online scams, our Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is slated to officially open a new National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) office in January 2026. The new NSRC headquarters will be housed at Tower 2 of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) in Cyberjaya, shifting operations from its previous base at Sasana Kijang under Bank Negara Malaysia.

As 2025 draws to a close, Malaysias public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure has seen considerable growth but still lags behind the governments ambitious goals. According to the latest figures from the Energy Commission , there were 5360 licensed public EV chargers across the country as of the end of November, comprising 3569 AC chargers and 1791 DC fast chargers.

realme Malaysia has been promoting its C85 5G for a while now. Just over the weekend, the phone became officially available in Malaysia at a starting price of RM799. Below are the details of the tech specs and features.

While we are still waiting for the Xiaomi 17 series global launch , the company has confirmed that the highly anticipated Xiaomi 17 Ultra will make its debut on 25 December in China. Early promotional material shared by Xiaomi teases a refined design and bold advances in imaging technology, and here's everything else you need to know.

We reported about YouTube demonitising Screen Culture and KH Studios before for releasing thousands of fake AI trailers. Today, it seems that the tech giant has swung the axe. YouTube has permanently shut down these two channels after repeatedly violating the platforms rules against spam and misleading metadata. Visitors now see an unavailable message when trying to access their pages.

After years of regulatory uncertainty and political pressure, TikTok s sale of its U.S. operations to a consortium of primarily American investors is now moving toward a 22 January 2026 closing date . The deal follows U.S. legislation, the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, that required ByteDance, TikToks Chinese parent company, to divest its U.S. business or face a nationwide ban.

Samsung has officially introduced the Exynos 2600 , its next-generation flagship mobile System on Chip (SoC) designed to power upcoming premium smartphones with advanced performance, enhanced AI capabilities, and improved energy efficiency. Built on Samsungs most advanced 2nm Gate-All-Around (GAA) process technology, the Exynos 2600 is very likely to appear on the upcoming Galaxy S26 Series next year.

Today, Malaysias Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced that a tiered eligibility system under the BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) petrol subsidy programme will be activated in the middle of each month. Introducing a more tailored fuel support mechanism for e-hailing drivers based on their monthly travel distances, the scheme aims to create a fai

The rapid rise in memory chip prices is starting to shake up more than just smartphone and PC markets; its now affecting gaming handheld consoles as well . Manufacturers in this niche segment are beginning to feel the strain of skyrocketing RAM costs , a situation that has already led to shipment delays and configuration changes for upcoming handheld devices.

Industry research firm Counterpoint Research has revised its outlook for the global smartphone market, now projecting a slight contraction in shipments in 2026. The adjustment is largely due to a sharp rise in memory chip prices, especially for DRAM (RAM) used in smartphones, as supply tightens against booming demand from artificial intelligence (AI) data centres and other high- end computing sectors.

After the first teaser a few days ago, Infinix has officially announced the global launch of the Infinix XPAD Edge . Available in Celestial Ink colour variant, the tablet is priced at RM1299 for the 256GB + 16GB model. Here's what you need to know about the tech specs and features.

It's official, Netflix has confirmed that FIFA is coming to Netflix Games in time for the FIFA World Cup 2026 . The announcement, shared as part of Netflix Tudums latest news, marks a major expansion of the platforms gaming lineup and promises a new football simulation game designed to bring the excitement of the World Cup directly into subscribers hands.

It was only two days ago when we reported that HONOR is gearing up for a new Win series gaming phone in China. Today, the company confirmed that it will be launched on 26 December 2025 with two top-tier tech specs. The lineup will include at least one flagship-tier model powered by Qualcomms Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with an exceptionally large 10000 m Ah battery .

Back in November, TQ WULING made the Bingo EV booking available for the Malaysian market at just RM50. Fast forward to now, the Bingo EV is now available with a special after-rebate starting price from RM62,800, making it one of the most accessible EVs currently available in the country. It is positioned as a stylish and affordable entry point into electric mobility, blending modern electric vehicle technology with retro-inspired design cues.

If you are a Google search user, you can probably already see the new features available on the Google search bar .So, what should you know about it?

Looks like OnePlus fans are in for a treat. Recently, OnePlus released the OnePlus 15R . So, what should you know about it?

After being broadcast on TV channels for a long time, the Oscars will be streamed exclusively on YouTubestarting in 2029 . So, what should you know about it?

HONOR has confirmed that it will increase prices across its tablet lineup in response to surging memory and storage chip costs , marking a shift in pricing strategy for one of the worlds more prominent consumer electronics brands. The announcement follows a similar move by Xiaomi , which earlier this month raised prices on several tablet models amid the same industry-wide pricing pressures.

In case you missed it, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) announced on its social media pages that the Time-of-Use (ToU) tariff switching feature is availab le on the myTNB app . This feature was introduced a few months ago, allowing customers to manage their electricity costs on the TNB website, and now directly from their smartphones.

According toEngadget, Facebook is limiting the number of links you can post to just two per month unless you subscribe to Meta Verified. So, what should you know about it?

A 32-year-old Japanese woman recently held a symbolic wedding ceremony with an AI partnershe created using ChatGPT . So, what should you know about it?

Malaysias telecommunications industry must prepare for a wave of fundamental change driven by rapid global technological evolution, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said , urging telcos to rethink their business structures and embrace new technological paradigms.

Today, YES 5G has unveiled its latest 5G Advanced Broadband + iQIYI Bundle , featuring 5G Advanced home WiFi an d free one-year iQIYI access. This new bundle is priced at RM68 per month, and here's everything you need to know about it.

As the year-end travel season approaches, Maxis is enhancing its roaming offerings by bundling Maxis Travel Care . It is a complimentary travel insurance plan, with selected Maxis Roaming Passes and added protection complementing Maxiss unlimited 5G and 4G roaming data.

India announced the successful launch of its first microprocessor chip , known as DHRUV64. So, what should you know about it?

According toThe New York Times, Netflix has partnered with iHeart Media to produce 14 video podcasts starting in early 2026. So, what should you know about it?

Looks like Volkswagen fans could be in for a shock. Recently, Volkswagenhas announced the closure of its car manufacturing plant in Dresden, Germany , which will be transformed into a hub for the development of artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and chip design research. So, what should you know about it?

According toAmazon, Instagram officially announced that it has begun testing Instagram TV, allowing users to easily watch various Reels content published on the platform on their televisions. So, what should you know about it?

Looks like Upin & Ipin fans are in for a treat. Recently, Les Copaque Production Sdn Bhd announced it will open the Upin & Ipin theme park soon . So, what should you know about it?

Malaysias 5G network has grown significantly since its commercial rollout, reflecting widespread adoption and strong user growth. However, Ookla 's latest analysis reported that Malaysias median 5G download speed had declined in late 2023 b y the third quarter of 2025.

realmes teaser suggests a shift in visual identity for the Number Series, aiming for a more refined appearance this cycle . The involvement of Naoto Fukasawa, who previously worked on earlier Realme designs, signals a renewed focus on aesthetics alongside performance .

It's that time of the year again, and Epic Games has already begun its annual video game giveaways. Last Friday, the first giveaway was Hogwarts Legacy , which is a well-received AAA game based on the Harry Potter universe. While gamers speculate what the rest of the games could be, a recent leak has surfaced online detailing what could be a massive free game giveaway lineup on the Epic Games Store for December 2025.

Recently, the UK government has asked Apple and Google to put in place a system to block the display of pornographic images from being viewed by minors at the operating system (OS) level . So, what should you know about it?

vivo has officially unveiled thevivo S50in China, with prices starting from 2999 yuan (around RM1899) for the base variant . So, what should you know about it?

HONOR used to have a dedicated gaming phone called HONOR Play, but it seems to have phased out before 2020. There is also the HONOR GT series, and it's only exclusive in China. We ll, the company is set to change that, as it has confirme d to launch a new Win smartphone series later this month, positioning the lineup as a performance-centric brand targeted at gamers and mobile esports enthusiast s.

vivo has launched the S50 Pro Miniin China with a new design that combines elements of the iPhone, Pixel and Honor 50 . So, what should you know about it?

The " Turbo " name has been used by different Android brands before. But just a few hours ago, OnePlus officially confirmed plans to launch its new Turbo series of gaming-oriented mobile devices. The announcement was made during the companys 12th anniversary event, where senior leadership outlined OnePluss vision for the Turbo lineup and its role in the brands evolving product strategy.

According toReuters, Meta is aware that they are generating high revenue through fraudulent ads but is not serious about cracking down on them . So, what should you know about it?