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Homegrown Esports Platform 'KALARO' officially takes off today!

A First in the Philippine Esports Industry A new milestone is set for the Philippine Esports industry as The-AsiaGroup.com Inc. officially launches Kalaro. The first fully-integrated and end-to-end gaming and social networking web-app goes live today at 9 PM through Facebook and YouTube. Kalaro is made by an original team of 4 Filipino tech experts and business leaders with more than 85 years of combined experience. The platform has tournament management and corporate brand sponsorship features to cater to more than 43 million Esports enthusiasts and companies in the Philippines. “We are thrilled to witness Kalaro finally come to life. With Kalaro, we aim to serve millions of Esports enthusiasts in the country; the exponential growth of online tech and Esports is just phenomenal," said Jun D. Lasco, Kalaro software architect and Founder of The-AsiaGroup.com Inc./ Pnex Int’l Corporation. Filipino pride, homegrown Esports platform Kalaro serves as a virtual community for Esports pla

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All in the Flex: Elevate Work and Play Experience through the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2

The new Galaxy Z Fold2 continues to build on Samsung’s best-in-class foldable innovations by combining the power of its larger Cover Screen, immersive Main Screen, and versatile camera system. The most premium Galaxy smartphone delivers a wide range of productivity and entertainment experiences that defy expectations. All these groundbreaking functionalities are made possible by one foundational feature – the expanded Flex Mode. From multiple hands-free viewing options to pro-grade content creation, here’s everything to know about the Flex mode with an optimized user interface on the Galaxy Z Fold2: Two Screens, One Seamless Experience Bringing enhanced versatility to both the Cover and Main Screen, Flex mode helps users accomplish any task on the go. This feature makes it easy to stream content without interruption even when the device is unfolded. Flex Mode automatically brings all the apps that are open on the Cover Screen to the Main Screen, so users don’t have to waste any ti

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XPG Becomes Official Peripheral Partner of ESL Community Clash - Valorant South East Asia 2020

XPG, a provider of systems, components, and peripherals for Gamers, Esports Pros, and Tech Enthusiasts, today announces that it has signed on to become the official ‘Peripherals Partner’ of the ESL Community Clash - Valorant South East Asia 2020. In this capacity, XPG will be helping Valorant players across Southeast Asia realize their esports dreams. “We are excited to be part of ESL Community Clash - Valorant South East Asia and look forward to making the tournament even more thrilling for competitors and spectators alike with our latest lineup of gaming peripherals,” said Alex Yin, Chief Gaming Officer & General Manager at XPG. “As an organization committed to growing the presence of esports globally, we are delighted to be playing a role in supporting the development of competitive gaming in some of South East Asia's fastest-growing esports markets.”  “Having previously partnered with XPG for the ESL Clash of Nations Bangkok back in 2019, we are proud to have them involved in our

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Five Powerful Features to Know About the SAMSUNG Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra

The Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra are packed with meaningful innovations to help users maximize their day and power their lifestyle. While the Galaxy Note20 Series’ stunning display, seamless syncing with Microsoft services, and upgraded S Pen have already made headlines, there’s still more to discover about Samsung’s most powerful Note series yet. Check out these five hidden tips and tricks to get the most out of the Galaxy Note20 series. Capture More of the Moment With Single Take The Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra’s camera introduces an improved Single Take experience. The AI-powered feature captures up to 14 types of photos and videos simultaneously within five to 15 seconds of capture time. To use the feature, open the Camera app and tap Single Take mode from the menu options. Set the capture time by tapping the timer above the camera menu and sliding the timer bar to the desired setting. Then, tap the shutter button, pan around, and the camera will automatically capture the be

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Synology Adds 3.84 TB SAT5200 to SSD Lineup

Designed for reliability in high-capacity all-flash arrays Synology Inc. launched the 3.84 terabyte SAT5200 2.5" solid state drive. Designed for Synology users requiring high capacity and reliable storage arrays, all the while sustaining high performance low-latency operations for mission critical work. With the increasingly demanding environment in storage, the SSD is created with enterprise grade endurance and reliability to help businesses and users tackle intensive workloads with robust data protection. "Part of designing a reliable storage system requires that companion drives that can consistently sustain heavy read and write operations without any performance degradation. Our SAT5200 SSDs are built specifically to tackle low-latency and consistent performance requirements demanded by our SMB and enterprise customers," said Julien Chen, Product Manager for Synology solid state drives. Designed specifically for Synology systems, SAT5200 SSDs are built to deliver consistently hi

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AMD COMBO PI BIOS UPDATE IS READY FOR 500-SERIES MOTHERBOARDS AS WELL AS FUTURE PROCESSORS

MSI, the world leading gaming motherboard brand, releases optimized BIOS updates for AMD 500-series motherboards. Combo PI V2 1.1.0.0 BIOS has been released and it will be able to download in the coming days. MAIN HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE OPTIMIZED BIOS UPDATES Optimized compatibility for AMD Ryzen 3000-Series and Ryzen 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors and future AM4 socket processors. Solved some specific OC failure issues. Updated SMU module Optimized DDR4 memory overclocking solution. MSI will keep announcing BIOS news. Please find the latest information of the complete product list and more details about the Combo PI V2 1.1.0.0 and newer BIOS update on this blog  *Download and install the latest BIOS by using M-Flash or Flash BIOS Button to update target models. **Ensure to always download the latest BIOS on corresponding product model pages. MSI Website: https://www.msi.com/MSI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOfficialMSI MSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msi/ M

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Lenovo Unveils New Predictive and Proactive SaaS Tool for Smarter PC Fleet Management

Lenovo Device Intelligence offers enterprises advanced predictive insights to help pinpoint hardware and systemic issues before they occur With the introduction of its latest Software as a Service (SaaS) tool, Lenovo™ dives into the Digital Experience Monitoring space. Introducing Lenovo Device Intelligence, a cloud-based SaaS offering capable of assisting in not only diagnosing PC issues, but also in predicting potential system failures before they occur. Developed for IT administrators that manage fleets of employee PCs, this latest tool monitors the health and performance of Lenovo Thinkbranded laptops and third-party PCs alike.i Leveraging AI and machine learning for proactive device insights and predictive analytics, it also offers IT admins proven and prescriptive remediations at their fingertips to help swiftly resolve issues and keep their employees up-and-running, enhancing their digital experience. Addressing IT’s Remote Management Challenge Managing numerous PCs can be t

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A Game-Changing Category for a Fundamental New World

Authored by Jerry Paradise, Vice President, Commercial Portfolio at Lenovo PC and Smart Devices Group Miniaturization is not a new concept. In fact, making things smaller is the holy grail of many industries, but none more so than the technology sector. Since the very early days of personal computing, engineers around the world have not only focused on faster and more intelligent, but also on smaller and more portable. The true transition to portable personal computing came in 1992 with the introduction of the ThinkPad 700C, with its timeless black bento box design with the red TrackPoint envisioned by Richard Sapper.However, further miniaturization of the classic laptop would result in an inefficient device, not suited to the rigors of today’s working landscapes. At this point, I could wax lyrical about ThinkPad engineering prowess over the years, and how 28 years of design and development have resulted in remarkable ground-breaking products. We have certainly been a leading innovat

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Lenovo Expands Stylish ThinkBook Portfolio to Enhance New Working Models

New ThinkBook laptops, powered by Intel® or AMD, offer broader choice for SMB customers with 13, 14- and 15-inch form factors including all-new 2-in-1 Yoga model ThinkVision T27hv-20 monitor combines design, enhanced collaboration functionality and intuitive ThinkColor software solution for sleek home or work office Lenovo unveiled its broadest ThinkBook portfolio to date, designed to empower the modern professional through transitional times. Spanning no less than six new models, the new generation of ThinkBook laptops blend a modern design philosophy with features built for a “work-from-anywhere” world. These laptops sport a distinctive new look with a stylish dual-tone top cover and ultra-narrow display bezels built for immersive viewing experiences. ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i delivers outstanding speed and productivity with 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors with Intel® Iris®Xe graphics1, Thunderbolt™ 4 and flexible storage options. In a first for laptops2, the ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i is av

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Huawei: Creating New Value with Synergy Across Five Tech Domains

HUAWEI CONNECT 2020 opened on September 23, 2020 in Shanghai. HUAWEI CONNECT is an annual flagship event hosted by Huawei for the global ICT industry. It is a platform where Huawei discloses its major strategies. In 2016, Huawei envisioned an intelligent world and called upon its partners worldwide to build a diverse and thriving Costa Rica-like ecosystem together. In 2017, Huawei announced its goal of becoming one of the world's five major cloud service providers. In 2018, Huawei revealed its AI strategy, and then in 2019 its computing strategy. In 2020, as 5G has been rolled out at scale worldwide, connectivity, cloud, AI, computing, and industry applications have all come together to create unprecedented opportunities for the ICT sector. Therefore, the focus of this year's HUAWEI CONNECT is: Creating new value with synergy across five tech domains. Moving forward, Huawei will focus on applying ICT technologies to industries and providing scenario-specific solutions along with its

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