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19/11/2020

Which next-generation gaming console will you be getting? The PlayStation 5 or the Xbox Series X?

SINGAPORE - The battle of the next-generation video game consoles has finally reached the shores of Singapore.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

19/11/2020

Sony announcing the arrival of PlayStation 5 in Singapore by lighting up the Supertrees. VIDEO: Sony Interactive Entertainment

16/11/2020

This should come in handy, as Singapore gradually reopens its borders.

SINGAPORE - Contact tracing app TraceTogether will be upgraded by next month to allow tourists to do SafeEntry check-ins at shopping malls and dining venues, as Singapore gets ready to move to phase three of its reopening.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

12/11/2020

We unboxed Apple's iPhone 12 Pro Max (from $1,799) and iPhone 12 mini (from $1,149). Both iPhones will be available on Friday (Nov 13).

11/11/2020

The FreeBuds Pro is Huawei's latest true wireless in-ear headphones. And it comes with active noise cancellation. It is available today (Nov 11) for $238.

10/11/2020

Apple launches new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro (13-inch) and Mac mini - all powered by its very own M1 chip. Prices for the Mac mini starts from S$979, while the MacBook Air is priced from S$1,449 and the 13-inch MacBook Pro starts at S$1,849. They are available to order today and expected to arrive next week.

10/11/2020

In case you are wondering why no one contacts you after your 1,000 job applications...

Artificial intelligence is invading human resource departments to make decisions in the initial round of the hiring process.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

09/11/2020

Have you ever wondered if the SafeEntry QR code you are scanning is a fake?

https://www.straitstimes.com/tech/tech-news/tracetogether-check-in-at-venues-is-better-cyber-safer

New system is more effective for contact tracing and provides better cyber hygiene.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

09/11/2020

Singles' Day shopping spree is coming. Here are some tips to shop safely while you get that online bargain.

SINGAPORE - Do you want to shop safely online during the coming singles' sale? Ms Joanne Wong, vice-president of international markets at security intelligence company LogRhythm and Mr Stas Protassov, co-founder and technology president of cyber protection company Acronis, offer the following tips:....

06/11/2020

For SME owners, you might want to take note of this Digital Resilience Bonus offered by the government for digitalisation.

SINGAPORE - Some 2,700 local companies in the retail and food services sectors received about $6.8 million from the Government between August and December to support the digitalisation of their businesses, said Communications and Information Minister S. Iswaran on Friday (Nov 6).. Read more at strai...

06/11/2020

If you have been waiting for Apple's new iPhone 12 mini or iPhone 12 Pro Max, you can start pre-ordering the smartphones today (Nov 6) at 9pm on apple.com/sg. The two iPhones will be launched in Singapore next Friday (Nov 13).

04/11/2020

We unbox Microsoft's next-generation gaming console, Xbox Series X!

03/11/2020

Do you think the office has a future?

Random workplace chatter is still highly valued for sparking innovation, even though remote work is here to stay post-pandemic. In the first edition of the relaunched Tech section every Tuesday, The Straits Times speaks to tech giants and experts to get their views.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

02/11/2020

It is always good to practise some cyber hygiene

From changing passwords to guarding against phishing, here's what you can do.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

02/11/2020

Unboxing Sony's next-generation gaming console - PlayStation 5!

31/10/2020

Another day, another data breach...

The information stolen included names, e-mail addresses and phone numbers.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

30/10/2020

A case of the cart being put before the horse?

https://www.straitstimes.com/tech/tech-news/distribute-tracetogether-tokens-first-mandate-its-use-at-venues-later?xtor=CS3-18&utm_source=STiPhone&utm_medium=share&utm_term=2020-10-30%2012%3A10%3A00

Those who need a token should have been given a chance to collect one before it was made mandatory, say tech editor Irene Tham.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

30/10/2020

Hot item

https://www.straitstimes.com/tech/tech-news/long-queues-for-tracetogether-token-at-marsiling-community-club-first-to-resume

There were already about 100 people in the queue when ST arrived at 9.45am.. Read more at straitstimes.com.