Apple iPad Air (Silver 16GB) (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
Both my iPads were showing their age, lagging at everything, so it was time to upgrade. I considered the iPad Mini Retina but chose the iPad Air for its bigger screen, easier for Li Xiang's sketching.
Tablet
Tablets and styluses, and the accessories that go with them.
3M Easy-On Privacy Filter For iPad From screenprotector.sg
Thanks to screenprotector.sg for the complimentary 3M Easy-On Privacy Filter for iPad. Made in the USA, this custom-fit filter for the iPad 2 and 3rd/4th generation keeps on-screen information private while maintaining high image clarity and protecting the LCD.
Microsoft Surface Pro In Singapore
After the Microsoft Surface RT launched in Singapore last month, many wondered when the Surface Pro would follow. Microsoft Singapore has now confirmed its arrival, and following a price reduction announced on 30th August 2013, I've updated this post.
Nook HD+ Tablet
During Mother's Day week, Barnes & Noble dropped its 16GB Nook HD+ Tablet from US$269 to US$179. I bought one, a fair price for the specs, having wanted to try an Android tablet. It lacks a camera, GPS, and 3G.
Microsoft Surface RT In Singapore
The Microsoft Surface RT, running Windows RT, is launching in Singapore. Microsoft has since cut its price twice, on 15th July 2013 and again on 30th August 2013, the latter bundling it with the Touch Cover. I've updated this post.
Asus PadFone 2 Available In Singapore On 22nd November 2012
The Asus PadFone 2, successor to the original PadFone, goes on sale in Singapore from 22nd November 2012 at authorised Asus retailers and StarHub Shops, seemingly a StarHub exclusive. The 32GB PadFone 2 with Station costs S$1,099, or S$848.
Google Announces New Nexus 4, Nexus 10 & Updated Nexus 7
Google has announced the Nexus 4, Nexus 10, and an updated Nexus 7. The Nexus 4, its fourth Nexus phone and made by LG, packs a 4.7-inch 1280x768 display, an 8MP rear camera, a quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro, 2GB RAM.
Apple Refreshes iMac, Mac mini, iPad & Introduces 13″ MBP Retina Display, iPad mini
At this morning's event, Apple refreshed the iMac, Mac mini, and iPad, and introduced two new products: the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display and the iPad mini. Apple also seems to be dropping the 'new iPad' name.
Google Nexus 7 Now Available In Singapore
The Google Nexus 7 is now available in Singapore, three months after its unveiling at Google I/O 2012. The 16GB Wi-Fi model retails for S$399 at electronics stores Challenger, Best Denki, and Harvey Norman. It has no 3G or LTE.
LunaTik Touch Pen
The LunaTik Touch Pen was the 6th project I backed on Kickstarter, pledging on 14th December 2011. It funded on 10th February 2012, raising US$309,183 against a US$75,000 goal. After some delays, I finally received it on 10th July.
Google Nexus 7, Nexus Q & Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Google launched several products at this morning's Google I/O 2012, including the Nexus 7 at US$199, the Nexus Q at US$299, and the Triad Bookshelf Speakers at US$399. It also announced Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the update to Android 4.0.
Microsoft Surface Tablet
Microsoft has jumped on the tablet bandwagon with the Surface. I'm unsure whether the official name is just Surface or Surface Tablet, since Surface used to mean Microsoft's huge touchscreen table. It seems Microsoft has renamed that older device PixelSense.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) 3G & (10.1) 3G Availability In Singapore
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1) 3G arrives in Singapore from 16th June 2012 for S$798, without contract and including 7% GST. It features a 10.1-inch WXGA 1280x800 display, HSDPA 21Mbps connectivity, a 1GHz dual-core processor, and weighs 587g.
Wacom Bamboo Stylus
I bought the Wacom Bamboo Stylus from The Software Boutique for S$42, choosing Black from six colours. Of the three styluses Li Xiang owns, the Sensu Artist Brush, Power Support Smart Pen, and Wacom Bamboo, she preferred the Bamboo.
Sensu Artist Brush & Stylus
The Sensu Artist Brush & Stylus was the 5th project I backed on Kickstarter. I backed it because the capacitive brush stylus intrigued me. It has two tips: a brush and a rubber tip at opposite ends.
Sony Tablet S (3G) Availability in Singapore
The Sony Tablet S (3G/16GB) is finally available in Singapore as of 13th January 2012 for S$798. Its arrival has also cut the Wi-Fi-only prices, now S$618 for 16GB and S$748 for 32GB. The 3G model runs Android 3.2.
Motorola XOOM 2 Availability in Singapore
The Motorola XOOM 2 (3G/Wi-Fi, 32GB) is now available in Singapore as of 13th January 2012, at a recommended S$978. It runs Android 3.2 Honeycomb on a 10.1-inch 1280x800 Gorilla Glass display, with a splash-guard and flattened edges.
Samsung Smartphones & Tablets Launching In Jan/Feb 2012 In Singapore
Samsung has several phones and tablets launching in Singapore in early 2012. The Galaxy Nexus arrives on 11th February at a recommended S$948, the world's first phone running Android 4.0, with a 4.65-inch 720p HD Super AMOLED display.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Now Available in Singapore
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 is now available in Singapore at a recommended S$768 for the 3G 16GB model. It runs Android 3.2 Honeycomb on a 1GHz dual-core processor, with an 8.9-inch WXGA 1280x800 display and a 3-megapixel rear camera.
Samsung Galaxy Note & Galaxy Nexus Availability In Singapore
The Samsung Galaxy Note arrives in Singapore tentatively on 18th November 2011 at a recommended S$998, including taxes and without any telco subsidy. The Galaxy Nexus follows by January 2012 at S$948, also including taxes and unsubsidised.
HP TouchPads at Comex 2011
At HP's Booth 8428 Direct Counter, the 16GB and 32GB HP TouchPads sell for S$118 and S$188 respectively, before GST, during the first two days of Comex 2011, 1st to 2nd September. Just 100 units of each are available daily.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 With 3G Now Available In Singapore
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with 3G (16GB) is now available in Singapore at S$848 without contract. Samsung launched its sale on 19th August 2011, pairing the Tab's ultra-thin form factor with a lightweight design.