Parallels Desktop 15 For Mac
Parallels Desktop 15 for Mac launched in Singapore on 16th August 2019, adding support for macOS Catalina. A key focus is DirectX 11 support via Apple's Metal API, bringing more Windows programs and PC games to the Mac.
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Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Wireless Power Bank
The Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Wireless Power Bank is the wireless version of the 3rd-generation Mi Power Bank, officially CN¥149, about S$30. Not sold officially here, I got it from Souky on Lazada for S$30.
Singtel Samsung Galaxy Note 10 And Note 10+ Price Plans
Singtel's price plans for the Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Note10+, launching on 24th August 2019. For the first time there's a plus model: the Note10 comes in 256GB only, while the Note10+ adds 512GB.
Choetech 15W Wireless Charger Stand
The Choetech 15W Wireless Charger Stand retails for S$36.90 on Lazada. With two coils, it charges your phone in portrait or landscape, and supports four speed tiers, 15W, 10W, 7.5W, and 5W, with over-charge and over-temperature protection.
Choetech USB Wall Charger With Quick Charge 3.0
The Choetech USB Wall Charger with Quick Charge 3.0 retails for S$14.90 on Lazada. Despite the listing showing a US plug, the Singapore version ships with a fixed UK plug. It's a no-frills 18W QC 3.0 USB-A charger.
Anker Powerline+ II USB-C to Lightning Cable
The Anker Powerline+ II is Anker's second MFi-certified USB-C to Lightning cable, after the Powerline II. The only real difference is the exterior: the Powerline+ II uses nylon braid versus the Powerline II's TPE, both with reinforced strength.
Clear TPU Case For Apple TV Remote
After Li Xiang dropped my Flosku walnut Apple TV Remote case and cracked it, I switched to a TPU case that won't break when dropped. I got the Clear TPU Case from Lazada for S$7.
Xiaomi Alkaline Batteries
Xiaomi Alkaline Batteries come in AA and AAA, known in China as No. 5 and No. 7. Each pack of ten costs about S$2, just S$0.20 a battery. Once sold in Singapore Mi stores, they quietly vanished.