Computers
Apple’s Mac Studio and Studio Display are the new creative powerhouses
These ‘Studio’ devices are now under Apple’s new Pro-centric line
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Forget the cheese-grater Mac Pro and the Pro Display XDR! Apple’s Mac Studio and Studio Display offer the best performance and visual experience for less.
If you’re one of those people who waited for the latest MacBook Air, Pro, or even the M2 chip announcement, well Apple just skipped all of that in favor of two new products meant for the full-on “studio” use.
Mac Studio
The Mac Studio is the first product of its kind. It might look just like a double-stacked Mac mini, but it offers more especially that it supports the newest M1 Ultra chip.
Measuring at just 7.7″ in width and 3.7″ in height, it’s Apple’s most compact M1 Ultra device just yet.
There’s plenty port support for the Mac Studio as well.
At the back, there are four USB-C Thunderbolt ports, an Ethernet LAN port, two USB-A ports, an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. There’s also an SDXC card slot on the front but the difference being, the M1 Max has two USB-C ports while the M1 Ultra has Thunderbolt support in it.
With support of up to 20-cores CPU, 64-core GPU, 128GB unified memory, and an 8TB SSD, the Mac Studio isn’t a slouch.
Targeted for professionals, the Mac Studio is suited for the needs of any creative professional — from photo and video editing, to 3D animation, and even music production.
Studio Display
Paired with the newest Studio Display, they both bring unparalleled performance and display experience to any multimedia creative out there.
With a stunning 27-inch 5K Retina display, you’ll enjoy the visual goodness this monitor provides. It has 600 nits of brightness with TrueTone technology and DCI-P3 wide color gamut for that better color accuracy.
Aside from the included display stand, you can opt for the tilt-and-height-adjustable stand found on the higher-end Pro Display XDR. There’s also a VESA-mount adapter so you attach it to any VESA-supported leg arm or stand. You can even rotate the display whenever needed.
With the A13 Bionic chip inside, it brings out the better camera and speaker usage. There’s a six-speaker system with support for high-fidelity Spatial Audio for that pitch-perfect audio experience.
It also has a 12MP ultra-wide camera with Center Stage support found on the newer M1-powered 2021 iPad Pro and 2022 iPad Air.
The Studio Display also has three USB-C ports that bring speeds of up to 10GB/s. This can also fast-charge the 96W battery of the 14-inch MacBook Pro.
And with this shiny stainless steel aesthetic in mind, it complements Apple’s latest ecosystem of computing machines. Aside from the Mac Studio, it also goes well with the latest line of MacBook Pros, Mac mini, and even the older MacBook Air and Pro.
Moreover, the new black Magic Trackpad, Magic Keyboard, and Magic Mouse (all sold separately) completes the overall look of the new Mac Studio and Studio Display.
Pricing and Availability
The Mac Studio is now available for order today and will start shipping on March 18 (Friday). Pricing starts at US$ 1999 (SG$ 2899 / ₱171,990) for the M1 Max configuration with 32GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Meanwhile, the M1 Ultra option sells for US$ 3999 (SG$ 5899 / ₱237,990) with a 64GB unified memory and 1TB SSD. More configurations are available at US and Singapore Apple online stores. Availability in the Philippines is coming soon, though.
If you’re getting your hopes up for a cheaper Apple monitor, the Studio Display starts at a base price of US$ 1599 (SG$ 2299 / ₱94,990). The base price will remain the same once bundled with the regular tilt-adjustbale stand or the VESA mount adapter.
From there, you can also configure if it will have a Standard Glass or the Nano-Texture Glass a la Pro Display XDR worth US$ 1899 (SG$ 2699 / ₱112,990). Adding the tilt-and-height-adjustable stand makes the monitor ramp its price to US$ 2299 (SG$ 3299 / ₱136,990).
That still makes it a LOT cheaper than the US$ 4999 (SG$ 8699 / ₱299,990)-worth Pro Display XDR from 2019 — that with just the Standard Glass and without the “Pro” stand neither a VESA-supported mount adapter.
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Computers
TP-Link unveils first Philippine store
TP-Link’s connection with the Filipinos just got stronger!
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August 18, 2023 marks a monumental day for TP-Link. The networking and connectivity solutions provider opens its first ever physical store in the Philippines. It’s located at SM City North Edsa.
TP-Link eyes to better serve and connect to the Philippine market. They plan to do so by bringing their range of connectivity, smart home, and surveillance products directly to Filipinos.
The grand opening was attended by customers, media representatives, and tech enthusiasts. It’s a telltale sign of a bright path for the networking brand. It was packed with lots of promos and fun activities
Delving more into details, TP-Link’s first ever local store has a variety of products readily available as of typing. From their high-performance WiFi mesh systems to their smart home products such as robot vacuum and mop, smart bulbs, smart plugs, and even to their surveillance cameras – both for homes and businesses, can be purchased readily at the store. Moreover, customers can also find products from TP-Link’s sub-brands, Tapo and VIGI.
Faster and wider connection
TP-Link’s Archer AX11000, designed to handle demanding gaming connectivity. It is a paragon of a powerful Wi-Fi system offering speedy and consistently reliable performance to your whole home. It leaves no room for dead spots. Meanwhile, Deco X95 is a high-performance mesh system that delivers faster speeds, improved capacity, and reduced network congestion. There are also other routers to go for if for your other needs and you can check them out yourself in their store or visit their website.
Security and safety at its finest
Zooming in on home security, the Tapo 325WB offers HD video surveillance with 1080p resolution and advanced night vision capabilities. This makes it a versatile and feature-rich security system. There also lies Tapo C225 that packs a handful of useful features. These are Physical Privacy Mode, Smart AI Detection and Notification, Smart Motion and Tracking, and many more!
On the other hand, consumers may also take their business security to a new and more advanced level with the VIGI C540-W powerful outdoor pan tilt network camera, providing 4MP full-color surveillance to cover every corner flexibly.
Smart Home
Furthermore, TP-Link also offers a variety of products that will make your daily living more convenient and smarter. For one, the Tapo L530E is a smart Wi-Fi light bulb that lets you customize its brightness, light temperature, and colors–with 16,000,000 hues to choose from. All of which can be done within your fingertips!
That’s not all, there are also other amazing smart home products such as TP-Link’s Robot Vacuum & Mop, Smart plugs, and more.
The future of TP-Link in The Philippines
With a resoundingly positive reception from both customers and media, TP-Link is brimming with excitement and unwavering confidence in the boundless potential of its brand within the Filipino market. The remarkable enthusiasm and visible support exhibited by Filipino consumers during its opening last Friday is a great start for the networking solutions pioneer.
As for future branches, TP-Link says that while there are no set details about expanding to other locations, it’s definitely well-considered and is included in their future plans. As of now, TP-Link is focused on providing exceptional products and customer service.
And oh, watch out because promos are definitely coming!
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Samsung Singapore has announced the launch of the new ViewFinity S9 5K monitor that is optimized for professionals in the creative and visual industries.
A 2023 CES Innovation Award winner, the ViewFinity S9 provides top-notch visuals and lifelike colors, and versatile connectivity when needed.
Here are the display’s specs in a nutshell:
- 27-inch screen with 5,120 x 2,880 resolution
- 99% DCI-P3 coverage
- 600cd/m2 brightness for any lighting environment
- Delta E <21 color accuracy
- TUV-certified Intelligent Eye Care
The ViewFinity S9’s display is 50% larger than most UHD monitors and provides exceptional clarity so professionals can work on ultra high-resolution content with accuracy.
The monitor comes with a smart calibration feature that allows users to make adjustments straight from a smartphone.
Mac and Windows PC users also benefit from the ViewFinity S9’s easy connectivity features. It has an assortment of ports, including Thunderbolt 4 and mini DisplayPort inputs in addition to USB-C.
The device is also equipped with a 4K SlimFit camera so it can be utilized for video-conferencing calls; it connects wirelessly so users won’t have to worry about extra wires or cables.
Pricing, availability, preorders
Preorders for the ViewFinity S9 is now open until August 27 before it retails with general availability the next day starting at SG$ 2,288.
Customers who preorder will get a complimentary portable SSD T7 Shield 4T in black worth SG$ 488.
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MSI has released its Mini PC lineup, featuring the Cubi 5, Cubi N, PRO DP10, and PRO DP21 series devices.
Power in a compact package
The Cubi 5 and Cubi N offer remarkable power in just compact packages; they are equipped with up to the latest Intel Core i7 processors.
Particularly, the Cubi 5 boasts an extensive range of connectivity options such as Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, HDMI, and DisplayPort.
The series also features Dual Ethernet ports (separate internet and intranet) to improve network security. It comes with a reliable backup to be activated if one port fails.
The Cubi series’ design also allows the devices’ memory and storage to be easily upgradeable.
Astonishingly powerful, surprisingly small
Meanwhile, the PRO DP10 and PRO DP21 come in compact designs with support for maximized productivity and efficiency.
They come with an exclusive MSI Cloud Center software, a wide range of ports for up to four displays on the PRO DP10, and up to eight USB ports on the PRO DP21.
Enhanced security
Lastly, MSI’s Mini PC product line comes with a top-notch security design, featuring TPM 2.0, Kensington Lock, VESA mountable design, and MSI Cloud Center.
The MSI Cloud Center enables secure data transfer between MSI’s Mini PCs and smartphones. It then creates a backup of all photos and videos to a storage location of the user’s choice.
The Cloud Center also ensures files will not be shared on any other servers.
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