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Xiaomi Flagship Mi3 Smartphone for Sale from Today

Yesterday, Chinese Smartphone maker Xiaomi announced that it will release its flagship Mi3 device in Malaysia today, via their mi.com/my website. The unlocked 16GB version of the device retails for RM889 (approximately $277), and will ship with a brand new Malaysia-themed skin for its MIUI firmware. Singapore also got their own MIUI skin when the Redmi device was launched earlier this year. The company added that the Redmi 1S, the upgraded version of its low-mid entry level Smartphone, will make its way to Malaysia in a month’s time, with a further hope to reach the markets in India, Russia, Turkey, Mexico and Brazil by the end of the year.

SoftBank : Personal Robots on Sale Next Year in Japan

SoftBank, a Japanese Corporation, announced on Thursday that as of February next year it will start selling human-like robots for personal use, addressing labour shortages in one of the world’s fastest ageing societies.

PT Electronic City : Retailers Favour China for Expansion

Indonesian electronic goods retailer PT Electronic City (ECII) aims to open 15-20 more stores this year as part of its capital expenditure program for 2014.

EDMI Meters : The Future of Smart Metering Solutions

EDMI Meters Limited is one of the leading smart metering solutions providers in the world.

Beyonics Technology : Beyond Manufacturing

Beyonics Technology Limited is a leading provider of advanced contract manufacturing services for Original Equipment Manufacturers worldwide.

Mink Take on the Beauty Industry with 3D Makeup Printer

The ‘Mink’ is a $300 device that will purportedly let anyone create completely customised makeup shades any time they want, from the comfort of their own home.

Xiaomi in Global top 10 for Smartphone Shipments

Chinese phone-maker Xiaomi has broken into the global top 10 for the first time, the newest figures from Canalys say.

CapitaLand Launches Voluntary Conditional Cash Offer with a View to Delist CapitaMalls Asia

Sound Investment Holdings Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of CapitaLand Limited (CapitaLand), has launched a voluntary conditional cash offer (Offer) of approximately S$3.06 billion for CapitaMalls Asia Limited (CMA) with a view to delist CMA.

30 Second Battery Shown off at Technology Conference

A battery that can charge in under 30 seconds has been shown off at a technology conference in Tel Aviv, which has been the talking point of many news sites this week.

Legal Frameworks Unveiled to Enhance IP Protection in Singapore

According to a release, companies and entrepreneurs can look forward to cheaper and faster options to settle their Intellectual Property (IP) disputes, which started on 1st April this year.