Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2024 i HWM Singapore

Ed’s Note If you’ve been around long enough, you’d know that we run our own annual Tech Awards where we consolidate the best products, technologies and brands of the year. This usually happens around March-April, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t find gems scattered throughout the year, and it also does not preclude us giving individual Editor’s Choice Awards for deserving products that may (or may not) end up winning our Tech Awards categories. I say this because this single issue has probably got the most products awarded an Editor’s Choice than I can remember in recent years. Bonus, you still have time to do some Christmas shopping for some of the best products of 2024 if you haven’t yet done so during last month’s 11.11/Black Friday/Cyber Monday spree.…

A GlANCE PROCESSORGoogle Tensor G4, Titan M2 security co-processor MAIN DISPLAY8-inch Super Actua Flex Display (LTPO AMOLED), 2,152 x 2,076 pixels EXTERNAL DISPLAY6.3-inch Actua Display (AMOLED), 2,424 x 1,080 pixels CAMERAS48MP (main), 10.5MP (ultra-wide), 10.8MP (telephoto), 10MP (front), 10MP (inner) BATTERY4,650mAh, 21W/7.5W ( wired, wireless) fast charging PRICE$2,399 (256GB) Positioned as a foldable extension of the Pixel 9 series, it promises flagship-level features, powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset, and exclusive Pixel AI tools. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold stands out with its sleek aesthetics and relatively slim profile. Its dimensions—10.5mm thick when folded—make it slimmer than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, a notable plus for portability. The hinge feels sturdy yet effortless to operate, surpassing Samsung’s in smoothness. However, its curved metallic edges are slippery, making a case…

METAPHORReFantazio (PS5) A GlANCE DEVELOPERStudio Zero PUBLISHERAltus GENREJRPG PLATFORMWindows, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S PLAYERSSingle Atlus has long made a name for itself with RPGs that blend heavy psychological and philosophical elements into their narratives, with Persona being the obvious benchmark. So, when I heard Metaphor: ReFantazio was to be Atlus’s next grand experiment, my curiosity was immediately piqued. From the very start, Metaphor: ReFantazio makes it clear that you, the player, are not just going through the motions. Instead, you’re living through the book your character is reading. It’s such a strange but enthralling concept. Much of the game’s story revolves around a political popularity contest, with a looming election at the heart of its narrative. Your group’s main antagonist is a chilling character, who is endlessly manipulating everything…

A GlANCE OSAndroid 14 (One UI 6.1) PROCESSORExynos 2400e MEMORY8GB DISPLAY6.7-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2,340 x 1,080 pixels, 60~120Hz, HDR10+, 1,900-nits peak brightness CAMERA50MP (wide), 12MP (ultra-wide), 8MP (telephoto), 10MP (selfie) BATTERY4,700mAh, 25W/15W (Wired/Wireless) Fast Charging PRICEFrom $1,028 (256GB) Priced from $1,028, it’s a leap from last year’s $888 starting price. However, the absence of a 128GB variant means this year’s model starts with 256GB of storage, mirroring its predecessor’s pricing structure when compared model-for-model. Is the Galaxy S24 FE worth your attention?The Galaxy S24 FE channels the premium aesthetic of the flagship Galaxy S24 series. It now sports flatter edges, improving grip and addressing the slipperiness that marred the Galaxy S23 FE. The matte silver sides provide a sophisticated contrast to the coloured glass back, protected by Gorilla Glass…

BE SMARTERDECEMBER 2024 QUICK TIPS Five steps to better protect your smart devices at home 01 SECURE YOUR HOME NETWORK Building a more secure smart home starts with a secure home network, as it forms the base that connects all your connected devices and makes them operable. Here are a few additional steps you should consider:- • Change the default password and name of your router. • Ensure that your network name does not give away your address, so hackers can’t locate it. • Then check that your router is using an encryption method, like WPA2 (or newer), which will keep your communications secure. More info in our prior article. • Consider putting your smart devices on a guest network. • Yet another tip is to set your SSID broadcast…

HonorMagic V3 A GlANCE OSAndroid 14 (MagicOS 8.0.1) CHIPSETQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 MEMORY12GB DISPLAY6.43-inch (Cover Screen), 7.92-inch (Main Screen), LTPO AMOLED, 1-120Hz, 100% DCI-P3 CAMERA50MP main, 50MP telephoto, 40MP ultrawide, 20MP cover, 20MP inner display BATTERY5,150mAh, 66W/55W (wired/wireless) SuperCharge PRICE$1,999 (512GB) The Magic V3 takes portability to the next level with its super slim profile. When folded, it measures just 9.2mm thick, and at 4.35mm unfolded, it’s the thinnest book-style foldable on the market. These dimensions trump even Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition. The Magic V3 also sheds a few grams, weighing 226g for the glass-back model and 230g for the PU leather version, making it one of the most portable foldables available out with its rich forest hue and a satin finish that resists fingerprints. The overall…