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The Linksys WUSB6100M Max-Stream AC600 USB Adapter is billed as the world's first MU-MIMO-enabled adapter, launched in Singapore in August 2016 at S$129. It connects a PC to wireless-AC and MU-MIMO networks, though there's no Mac driver available.
The Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable comes in two lengths: 1m at S$28 and 2m at S$42, both recently discounted prices of unknown duration. Avoid authorised resellers, which still charge the old S$34 and S$48 pricing.
On Amazon, a Kindle Paperwhite with Special Offers is US$20 cheaper than without. I recommend buying the Special Offers version, since the ads can be removed afterwards. Just register your Kindle to your Amazon.com account, then request removal.
I've been using my Huawei Mate 9 over my Nexus 6P, finding its UI snappy. It scored 120,794 on AnTuTu versus the Nexus 6P's 71,576. My iPhone 7 Plus remains my primary phone.
The Kindle Paperwhite E-reader (2016) retails on Amazon for US$119.99, but it doesn't ship to Singapore directly, so you'll need a freight forwarder. Alternatively, the local SG E-Reader Shop sells it for a reasonable S$209 with free shipping.
The Huawei Mate 9 ships in a square brown box printed with soy ink, made in Shenzhen, China. The contents are standard: the phone, a cover, earphones, a USB-C charging cable, a SuperCharge charger, and a Micro-USB adapter.
The Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum is the successor to the popular V6, with more power and better battery life. Depending on the attachment, it runs up to 40 minutes on normal power or 7 minutes at maximum.
The Huawei Mate 9 goes on sale in Singapore from 19th November 2016 in a single 64GB capacity at S$898. While it comes in six colours globally, only Space Grey and Champagne Gold will be sold in Singapore.
The 2016 Mophie Powerstation Plus comes in three sizes: XL (12,000mAh), regular (6,000mAh), and Mini (4,000mAh), each in gold, rose gold, and space grey. Only the XL and regular are sold in Singapore, with the XL at S$139.
The much-anticipated Moto Z, Moto Z Play, and Moto Mods reach Singapore from November 2016. The Moto Z, in Charcoal Ash or Washed Oak shells, retails for S$899, powered by a Snapdragon 820 with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.
The ViDi Action Camera came from a Kickstarter that raised US$151,880 from 1,253 backers, with shipping in December 2015. It's now officially available in Singapore for S$179, brought in by TC Acoustic, as a compact alternative to a GoPro.
Sharp Mobile has launched its first phones in Singapore, the mid-tier MS1 at S$299 and Z2 at S$399. Sharp Mobile is run by Commtiva Technology, owned by Foxconn, which completed its acquisition of Sharp earlier.
Following the Galaxy Note7 recall, Singapore customers can exchange their device for a Galaxy S7 edge plus an additional S$250 cheque, or take a full refund of the S$1,168 retail value. Both options are open to all Note7 owners.
The D-Link DAP-1860 AC Wi-Fi Range Extender launched in Singapore at S$189. It runs concurrent dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz with four external MIMO antennas, supporting MU-MIMO and 802.11ac Wave II for speeds up to 2,532Mbps.
Xiaomi opened its first physical Singapore store on 7th October 2016, in partnership with ECS. The Mi Home Store sits in Suntec City Mall and opens daily from 11am to 9pm, while Xiaomi's online store launched on Lazada.
Circles.Life is a Singapore MVNO riding on M1's network. I attended its May 2016 launch and signed up for a free three-month trial, with a bonus 2GB giving 5GB and 100 minutes for an attractive S$28 monthly.
Fabrix has launched its Marble Snap Case for the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, both priced the same at US$22, excluding delivery. The case comes in two colours, black and white, with a marble finish.
The Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter retails for S$14, though most authorised resellers were out of stock; I grabbed the last two from iStudio Paragon. The build feels fragile, with a thin, breakable cable.
V-MODA, founded in 2004, is a high-performance audio maker headquartered in California with a design studio in Milan. In Singapore, iFactory Asia is the sole authorised distributor. This review covers the V-MODA Crossfade Wireless headphones.
With a six-year-old Logitech Notebook Riser at work, I went looking for an aluminium laptop stand for home, to match my MacBook Pro. I narrowed it down to Rain Design's mStand, TwelveSouth's HiRise, and Belkin's Zero.
WRENCHit is mininch's third Kickstarter, after the Tool Pen and Tool Pen mini, both of which I backed. I backed WRENCHit in March 2016, choosing the Full Set at US$38 plus shipping. Each set packs 10 multi-size wrenches.
The Apple iPhone 7 Plus Silicone Case retails for S$58 in nine colours. After almost a year with my 6s Plus Leather Case in Midnight Blue, which stained after water contact, I switched to a silicone case this time.