SAMSUNG:Sets A New Benchmark In Digital Cameras

Samsung Malaysia who strived to provide the world with the finest quality digital imaging products has unveiled 10 remarkable digital cameras that are incorporated with premium design,smart technology and perfect timing at a recent roadshow.Present at the launch of NV,i L and S series digital cameras and video camcorders were Mr Ho Ming Yong Samsung Malaysia Electronics(SME)Sdn Bhd Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer,Mr Hwang Choong Hyun,Samsung Techwin Vice-President, Mr Jimmy Tan, Samsung Malaysia General Manager-Marketing,Mr Gary Te,Mr Michael Min Byongik,Samsung Asia Senior Manager.Samsung's impressive line-up of cameras showcased at the Samsung Digital Imaging Roadshow includes NV4 and nv30 cameras that feature latest processing technology 2.5-inch LCD screen,Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR),Red Eye Fix and 8 mega-pixel; i8 Samsung's 8 mega-pixel,ultra-thin,ultra-stylish mutli-media camera with 2.7 inch high resolution display screen and SRS 3D accoustic external speakers(Price for NV30 is RM999,NV4 is RM1,129); L110 and L100 Both 8 mega-pixels cameras; S860 and S760 Eye catching 8.1 megapixel cameras with trendy colors; SC-HMX20C Stylish and ergonomically-designed Progressive HD Flash-based Camcorder features Full HD and 1080p mode with 30 frames per second recording capability ; NV24HD the world's smallest 24mm ultra-wide angle Schneider lens camera with 3.6x optical zoom and 10 mega-pixel plus Full HD (1080)and HD(720) video recording capabilites are priced at RM1,499.For more information please visit www.samsung.com/my

NSB:Announces Peugeot Privillege Loyalty Programme

Nasim Sdn Bhd(NSB) -Franchise holders of the Peugeot marque has recently announced its Special Peugeot Privilege loyalty programme to reward its current Peugeot owners.This special privilleges include competitive packages,services and offers such as free towing services for breakdowns,and assistance in locating the nearest Peugeot ServiceCentres and the Peugeot Privillege members are entilted to a 10% discount from the retail prices of selected spare parts.The Peugeot Privillege was officiated by SM Nasarudin SM Nasamudin,Director of Nasim Sdn Bhd (NSB) at the newly refurbished Peugeot show room in Jalan Maarof in appearance of the starlet Peugeot Spider 207 and the upcoming Peugeot 407 CKD.For details of Peugeot Privillege please log on to http://www.peugeot.com.my/

UGT:New Dimension Media Channel in 7-Eleven

UGT Interactive TV ,a new media channel that will complement traditional print and broadcast media was launched by United Global Technologies Sdn Bhd (UGT),in partnership with 7-Eleven Malaysia at Berjaya Times Square,Kuala Lumpur on the late March.The New Interactive TV was the brainchild of the three UGT technopreneurs founders, Mr Enzo Beh, Mr Keith Wong and Mr Fong Kong Meng in 2006.According to the Managing Director of United Global Technologies Sdn Bhd,Mr Francis HL Wong,who was present at the launch together with Mr Ng Su Onn,Executive Diector of 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Mr.Chan Lock,Vice President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics the new interactive media that displays simultaneous video,text and flash animation and feeds on large Samsung LCDs will be installed in all the 903 7-Eleven outlets nationwide with the aim not only to take marketer's message to a larger audience but also to gain better exposure for market's brand name which is imperative for today's corparate and brand building.Marketers can structure their messages based on the profile of patrons that can be categorized into race,age,geographical region,among others,for highly effective and targeted communications with average cost of appearance from as low as RM0.01.For further enquiries on UGT Interactives TV please contact http://www.ugt.com.my/

UMW Toyota Motor:Revolutionised Toyota Corolla Altis

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT),the assembler and distributor of Toyota vehicles in Malaysia has recently launched its 10 generation Corolla,the all-new Toyota Corolla Altis.Officiating the launch are Mr Kuah Kock Heng,Managing Director of UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd,Mr Yasuo Kamata,Assistant Chief Engineer,Toyota Motor Corporation,Tn Hj. Aminar Rashid Salleh,Executive Director UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd and Mr Masanori Hirano,Vice President Toyota Motor Asia Pasific.Since it's first introduction in 1966 the Toyota Corolla has undergone nine model changes and been known to be one of the world best selling model lines with over 30 millions units sold in more than 140 countries.A total of 30,787 sales was recorded for Toyota Corolla Altis from 2001 when it first made it's debut in the Malaysian market to 2007 and a 800 units per month sales has been targeted for the new Altis in Malaysia. The 10th generation Corolla model marked a bolder,stylish and luxury in appearance as the overall length is longer by 10mm and the width is 55mm wider (enhancing cabin spaciousness)while the overall height is reduced by15mm(making it sportier).On the performance wise the new model comes with a choice of either 1.8 or 1.6 litres DOHC 16-valve engine that features the Toyota's advanced VVT-i(Variable Valve Timing with intelligence) with Maximum power:80kW/109ps-97kW/132ps at 6000rpm and Maximum torque:145Nm at 4,400rpm to 170Nm at 4200rpm.In addition all versions of all new Altis comes with 4-speed electronically managed automatic transmission which has the Toyota Super ECT(intelligent programming which optimises gear selection).The new Altis also offers with bigger storage,high safety standard such as ABS with EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution) and BA (Brake Assist).It also has VSC (Vehicle Stability Control),TRC(Traction Control),WIL (Whiplash Injury Lessening) Seats,Dual Front SRS Airbags and Pretensioner and force limiter seat belt.The all-new Toyota Corolla Altis are imported from Thailand in (CBU) form comes in five variants;1.8G Sporty,1.8G,1.8E Sporty,1.8E and 1.6E with 5 choice of colors.Price ranges from RM102,900 to RM117,900.For
further information visit http://www.toyota.com.my/

LG MOBILE:Sensation Singer Nicholas Teo Appointed as LG Ambassodor

Having already created a cult-like following across the region,Taiwan-based Malaysian singer,Nicholas Teo,who is also know as Zhang Dong Lian has been appointed by LG Electronics(M)Sdn Bhd Ambassador as LG Mobile Ambassador.The good looking singer also created history by being the first celebrity to be appointed as brand ambassador for LG mobile phones.At the event LG has also introduced the new phone LG-KF510 ,which was specifically created to cater consumers' demands for slimmer phones with unique design accents.This LG-KF510 phone is just 10.9mm thick and an extremely slim slider phone.It combines chic style with strength created by its metal frame and tempered glass.This attractive looking phone is equally matched with its cool special features such as captivating animation developed basesd on LG's advanced touch technology ,multi function 3.0 mega pixel camera and MP3 player. .Mr KS Park,Senior Manger,Mobile Communications of LG Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd said,They are very proud and honored to have the multi-talented singer as their brand ambassador and believes that Nicholas is the perfect candidate, as he has the charming boyish stylish images coupled with his beautiful singing voice and bright smile that is very appealing to the people just like their new Mobile phones LG-KF510.For more details please visit http://www.lge.com.my/

PANASONIC:Superb AG-HMC72EN Camcorder

Panasonic Malaysia is launching its star product the First Professional AVCHD Shoulder Mount Camcorder,model AG-HMC72EN in the Broadcast Industry's.This new professional camcorder minus the high cost are easy to use and it records videos on SD Memory Cards in Full HD quality enables for immediate playback on Blu-ray players,computer and plasma TVs with professional audio and video connectivity.Utilizing on AVCHD High Profile video codec and MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression the Panasonic AG-HMC72EN camcorder offers significant improvements in bandwidth efficiency and image quality over older MPEG-2 based systems such as HDV,it also offers similar image quality like HDV 1080i with using only half the bandwidth and storage requirements( longer recording time).Supported by most leading PC and Mac NLE(Non-Linear Editing)products the AG-HMC72EN is P2 DVCPRO HD convertable and captures 1080i HD,16:9 images with excellent sensitivity,high resolution and superb color reproduction with its 1/4" progressive 3CCD image system.The camcorder features a Leica Dicomar 38.5mm (35mm lens equivalent) wide-angle,12x zoom lens,one-push Auto Focus and
intergrated Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S) to ensure stable images which is critical to high definition video display.The SD recording format does not require any drive or transport mechanism,thus eliminating mechanical deterioration associated with tape,optical diso or hard drive systems comes in 3 modes which are 6,9, and 13 Mbps. In the highest quality which is 6Mbps it records up to six hours on a 16GB SDHC Memory Card.Visit http://www.panasonic.com.my/ for more information.

CANON:Region First Canon EOS Pro Centre In Times Square

Canon Marketing (Malaysia) has officially launched its first Canon EOS Pro Centre at Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur recently.The Canon EOS Pro Centre with more than RM 1 Million invested marks the first of its kind outlet in South East Asia featuring professional wide range of EOS DSLR cameras and equipment targeted at amateurs to professionals photo enthusiasts .Officiating the ribbon cutting ceremony are YB Mr. Ng Lip Yong,Deputy Minister,Ministry of International Trade and Industry(MITI),and Mr Liew Sip Chon,President & CEO Canon Marketing(M) Sdn Bhd.This one-stop concept store provides customers a complete Canon experience by allowing them to touch ,try and feel the products along with professional advise to aid their needs.The outlet also provides seminars and photography workshops for both amateurs and professional with the capacity to hold up to 40 participants in each session.Log on to http://www.canon.com.my/ for more information.