Sapphire AMD FirePro R5000 Remote Graphics Card- The Ideal Solution for IT Managers Operating in Data Center Environments

<TAIPEI— FEB 27, 2012>  Sapphire PGS today released the new remote graphics — AMD FirePro™ R5000 card, a flexible, manageable solution designed and engineered to power remote 3D-graphics workflows and full computing experiences over IP networks. The energy-space and cost-efficient AMD FirePro R5000 is the ideal solution for IT managers operating in data center environments where limited space, power budgets and cooling costs pose a constant challenge.

The AMD FirePro R5000 combines AMD’s Graphics Core Next (GCN) Architecture with Teradici’s PCoIP® technology, and delivers a 3D experience with low latency transmission – ideal for mid-range multimonitor endpoints such as those used by CAD, medical imaging and financial services professionals. The AMD FirePro R5000 also complements IT security protocols by safeguarding corporate IP, since critical information never leaves the data center.

“IT professionals are looking for a secure and straight forward cloud-based graphics solution that delivers core functionality capable of adapting to meet each employee’s unique graphics needs,” said David Cummings, senior director and general manager of AMD Professional Graphics. “The AMD FirePro R5000 meets these needs, delivering the flexibility, functionality, security and industry-leading graphics capabilities companies look for when deciding on a remote graphics solution.”

AMD FirePro R5000 Remote Graphics Features and Benefits

• Low      Power Solution: Maximum power consumption      of 150W helps to minimize power costs and enables the use of small      footprint low power client devices that are capable of      supporting up to four displays remotely;
• Effective      Cooling: Minimizes system heat and      fan noise in employee work areas, helps to reduce cooling costs and create      cooler, quieter workspaces while a variable speed fan adjusts to accelerate      the exchange of air heated by server components for cooler ambient air;
• Scale      and Simplicity: Centrally located in the      data center, IT can accommodate flexible seating arrangements or provide      employees with zero clients, ultimately helping IT get employees up and      running more quickly;
• Flexibility      of Deployment: Delivers the deployment      flexibility IT needs, including the option to deploy in desktop      workstations, rack and blade servers, and PCIe® expansion chassis;
• Power      Management: AMD PowerTune and AMD      ZeroCore Power intelligent power management and monitoring tools enable IT      managers to effectively track and contain power usage;
• High      Performance Remote Protocol: The      next generation Teradici TERA2240 host processor is able to transmit up to      300 megapixels per second and drive up to four displays per end user, with      refresh rates up to 60 frames per second giving what Teradici describes as      “the best remote user experience possible.”

“With the introduction of the AMD FirePro R5000 with Teradici PCoIP processor, IT departments now have powerful centralized computing solutions that are easy to manage, and deliver the graphics performance required to handle high resolution images, video and 3D models with ease,” said Trent Punnett, vice president of Product Management, System Engineering and Corporate Development at Teradici. “In addition, the AMD FirePro R5000 can be brokered and managed by VMware View giving a common broker and management window across both workstation and VDI desktops, and works with PCoIP zero clients that are offered by an ecosystem of over 30 OEMs.”

The AMD FirePro R5000 is rigorously tested by AMD to ensure readiness for demanding professional use. It is a durable remote graphics solution intended to increase asset utilization density, meet real-world workloads and ultimately help IT minimize operating costs and time spent on servicing individual systems.

The Comparison of the two generation of AMD FirePro Remote Graphics specifications

OCZ Technology to Showcase Next-Generation Enterprise Storage Solutions at CeBIT 2013

OCZ to Unveil Upcoming ZD-XL Accelerator Optimized for SQL Server Database Applications

SAN JOSE, CA—February 25, 2013—OCZ Technology Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:OCZ), a leading provider of high-performance solid-state drives (SSDs) for computing devices and systems, today announced that it will preview a variety of enterprise storage solutions at next week’s CeBIT 2013 conference in Hannover, Germany. As a renowned global forum, CeBIT represents a great opportunity for attendees to be the first to see and experience the latest innovations in solid-state storage from an industry leader in enterprise SSDs, virtualization, and caching software. OCZ offers a complete suite of storage solutions that address VMware, Linux, and SQL Server platforms, and invites IT decision-makers who are evaluating or implementing solid-state storage in the data center to visit the Company’s exhibit in Hall 2, Stand E43, from March 5th through 9th.

OCZ will unveil the next-generation ZD-XL SQL Accelerator, a culmination of enterprise hardware and software converging as one tightly integrated and optimized solution. The ZD-XL Accelerator addresses SQL Server database applications to not only ensure that the data for this implementation is right, relevant, and readily available on SSD flash when the SQL Server needs it, but also that the data is accessed with the highest possible I/O performance. For simple deployment and ease of use, this tightly integrated, optimized solution features ‘implementation wizards’ to guide DBAs so they can optimally manage data cached to the flash. While showcasing the ZD-XL solution OCZ will invite enterprise customers to become beta testers for this exciting solution.

Also included in OCZ’s exhibition at CeBIT will be demonstrations to preview the upcoming VXL 1.3 Virtualization Software and LXL Acceleration Software with OCZ’s innovative Direct Pass Caching Technology, which not only addresses VMware but is also optimized for Linux applications. OCZ is one of the few SSD providers with a robust portfolio of virtualization and caching software that combine the power of flash acceleration with the power of storage virtualization. This enables multiple virtual server loads to run concurrently on a single physical host, not only increasing CPU and memory resource utilization, but also simplifying deployment, high availability (HA), and maintenance of the server loads.

The next-generation of workstation PCI Express (PCIe)-based SSDs will also be available soon as part of the Company’s award-winning Vector Series. These drives reside directly on the PCIe bus and will support four PCIe Gen2 lanes providing lower latency to data, faster file transfers and system boot-ups, expanded storage capacities, and an even quicker, more responsive experience over the already blazingly fast SATA 3.0-based Vector Series. The Vector PCIe Series will feature an advanced suite of flash management tools that deliver enhanced drive endurance and data, making it ideally suited for power computing, content creation, and workstation applications.

Join OCZ Technology at CeBIT 2013, Hannover, Germany, March 5th through 9th, Hall 2, Stand E43 from 9:00am to 6:00pm (local time).

Sony Xperia Z the 5″ Android smartphone with dust and water resistance
Bluetooth 27 Feb 2013

These days when you walk on the streets, you would see people with large screen phones, so much so that you thought they are talking to a piece of white bread. The conventional 3 inches to 4.2 inches might be too straining to the eyes while those 5.5 inches bread-phone is simply too big and ugly. Well, it looks like the Japanese have thought of If you find someone talking to a piece of white bread, you will know that particular device is way beyond what most can accept. A 5 inches display should be the optimum size for a smartphone.

Unboxing Video

Sony Xperia Z, the first full 5 inches reality display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 smartphone in a compact water proof design form factor. The Xperia Z is 7.9mm thin and is highly durable with tempered glass and anti shatter film on the front and back and it is IP 55 and IP57 certified for dust and water resistant. With the larger screen, the Xperia Z really comes handy with display of text, images and videos. Powered by the Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad Core processor,, touch experience has never been that smooth before. In fact, I don’t find the lag that was experienced on the earlier Acro S. The Xperia Z improves on power management with a new feature BATTERY STAMINA mode which improves the standby time by 4 times or more by automatically shutting down battery draining apps.

The Xperia Z comes with a  13 megapixel fast capture camera which performs just like a HD camera. Exmor RS for mobile, the world’s first image sensor with HDR video is available on the Xperia Z. Take photos with more details even under low light conditions.

Similar to the Xperia V, the Xperia Z allows you to share music, photos and videos to the new BRAVIA TV. Simply touch the remote control of the TV and mirror the contents to the large screen Sony TV using NFC.

The M1 Fibre broadband service is down since 11.30am. According to the information gathered from the CSO, users from Ang Mo Kio, Yishun, Bukit Batok are affected. The fixed line service which is tied to the broadband is also down for the time being. We were told that technicians are looking into the problem and is fixing it.

Are you affected by the service disruption. Comment below.

Sony announces global availability of Xperia™ Tablet Z – the world’s slimmest 10” tablet

• Xperia Tablet Z is latest addition to premium family

of products

• Acclaimed flagship smartphone Xperia Z out now worldwide

February 26^th 2013, SOUTH EAST ASIA– At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) announced that Xperia Tablet Z – the slimmest* 10” tablet available – will launch globally in Q2 calendar 2013. Additionally, Sony’s flagshipsmartphone,Xperia Z will be available in selected South East Asia markets starting from March 2013.

Xperia Tablet Z will launch on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and is upgradable to 4.2 after launch for the latest Android user experience.

Key features for Xperia Tablet Z

• 10.1” HD 1920x1200p WUXGA Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2
• S-Force Front Surround 3D
• The world’s thinnest design at 6.9 mm and lightweight at 495g for 10.1” water resistant tablet
• Dust and water resistant (IP55 & IP57) with a durable glass front display
• Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 1.5GHz asynchronous quad CPUs and 2GB RAM
• One-touch connectivity with Near Field Communication (NFC)
• A unique OmniBalance design with subtly rounded edges and smooth reflective surfaces
• 8 MP rear camera featuring “Exmor R for mobile” and Superior Auto plus 2MP HD front camera
• Battery STAMINA mode further improves the standby time.

- ENDS –

*Verified in 10” tablet class at time of announcement.

** In compliance with IP55 and IP57, Xperia Z is protected against the ingress of dust and is water resistant. Provided that all ports and covers are firmly closed, the phone is (i) protected against low pressure jets of water from all practicable directions in compliance with IP55; and/or (ii) can be kept under 1 meter of freshwater for up to 30 minutes in compliance with IP57.

*** TV SideView – can be downloaded from Google Play – service depends on country availability

****Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availability by region, please seewww.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details.

LG ANNOUNCES FOUR OPTIMUS SERIES DEVICES AT MWC
LG’s Aggressive Mobile Strategy to Focus on LTE Leadership,Next Generation Display Technology and Differentiated UX

BARCELONA, Feb. 24, 2013 – LG Electronics (LG) will unveil a smartphone lineup at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain that focuses on a four-tier strategy. The four strategic Optimus series devices – G, Vu:, F and LII – all feature LG’s next generation core technologies. These new models combine outstanding hardware, world-class high definition displays and a user-centric user experience (UX) with each series emphasizing a different facet of the company’s smartphone expertise.

With an initial target to sell 10 million smartphone each quarter and double sales of LTE devices in 2013, this is LG’s most ambitious smartphone strategy to date. Flagship models from the G and Vu: series will target the premium segment while the F and L series will be positioned as more mass audience smartphones for 4G LTE and the 3G markets, respectively.

LG Optimus G Series — Flagship Superphones Featuring World-class Hardware
Since the launch of LG’s Optimus G last September, the immensely popular flagship product has received a number of awards and favorable reviews thanks to its high quality display, advanced 4G LTE technology, superb design and innovative UX. Development of the Optimus G was the result of close collaboration with sister companies LG Chem, LG Display and LG Innotek.

The Optimus G is the first smartphone in the world to employ Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon™ S4 Pro Quad-Core processor. And LG’s True HD IPS Plus display and Zerogap Touch technology deliver vibrant, high quality images and superior touch responsiveness. In addition to its unmatched hardware, stylish design and a beautiful screen, the Optimus G also incorporates user-friendly UX features, such as QSlide, QuickMemo and Live Zooming.

Originally launched in key target LTE markets, the LG Optimus G is making its debut in over 50 countries. The newest addition to LG’s Optimus G series, the Optimus G Pro, was recently introduced to the Korean public. The Optimus G Pro is a 4G LTE-equipped smartphone with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display and compelling new UX features such as Dual Recording and Virtual Reality (VR) Panorama.

LG Optimus Vu: Series — Large Screens for Enhanced Viewing Experience
A new hybrid LTE device that combines the portability of a smartphone with the viewing experience of a tablet, LG’s Optimus Vu: is equipped with a 5-inch, 4:3 aspect ratio display that is ideal for viewing documents, e-books, multimedia content and browsing the internet. With the recent addition of the Optimus Vu: 2 in the Korean market, there are now two devices in Vu: Series that deliver a unique mobile user experience with UX features such as Vu: Talk and QRemote.

LG Optimus F Series — 4G LTE Smartphone for Everyone
LG’s Optimus F Series is the ideal 4G LTE smartphones for just about everyone. Both the Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 were specifically designed for consumers making the transition from 3G to 4G LTE networks. The launch of Optimus F Series this year will enable LG to expand its footprint rapidly in the burgeoning 4G LTE market. LG Optimus F will deliver to new 4G customers the speed of LTE and a range of useful UX features without the high entry fee demanded by most 4G smartphones. The Optimus F5 and Optimus F7 will be showcased at LG’s MWC booth.

LG Optimus LII Series — Continuation of Unique Design Heritage
The Optimus LII Series incorporates the refined sensibilities of LG’s L-Style design philosophy. Each 3G phone’s subtle yet bold aesthetics are representative of LG’s unmistakable design DNA. Surpassing the beauty of the first L Series, the Optimus LII Series were developed around four new design elements: Seamless Layout, Laser Cut Contour, Radiant Rear Design and a home button with Smart LED Lighting. The Optimus L3II, Optimus L5II and Optimus L7II will all be on display at MWC.

Creative and Friendly UX — Intelligent Features That Go Beyond Hardware
LG continues to develop the most advanced UX in order to provide unrivaled user-centric features in the era of LTE technology and large, high-resolution displays. The company’s four new smartphone series include an array of advanced UX features that were designed to take maximum advantage of the hardware specific to these devices.

First unveiled on LG’s Optimus G, QSlide provides the ability to display two full-sized windows simultaneously, enabling users to perform a greater combination of tasks with increased efficiency. The recently upgraded version of QSlide allows for the opening of two apps at the same time in full screen mode and change the size, position and transparency of QSlide windows as needed. Video, browser, memo, calendar and calculator functions are all compatible with LG’s true multitasking UX. Dual Recording and Virtual Reality (VR) Panorama are two of the newest additions to LG’s UX specifically designed to take advantage of the latest Full HD display technologies to enhance the users’ mobile viewing experience.

Visit LG’s online newsroom (www.LGnewsroom.com/MWC2013) and LG Mobile Facebook (www.facebook.com/LGMobile) for more information on LG’s 2013 mobile offerings. Also download the LG MWC application from Google Play to see the latest updates from Mobile World Congress.

WD My Net N900 Central 2TB is a wireless router by Western Digital. Being a dual band router, it supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz band connectivity.

In our simple test, we hooked up the router to the M1 Fibre 100Mbps broadband to share out the internet. The router is connected to various devices, ranging from my notebook, iPhone, iPad, LG E900 and the Sony Xperia Z smartphone etc.

Using the Sony Xperia Z, we use the speedtest.net application to do a simple test. The phone is connected to the SSID assigned to the 5GHz band.

To our surprise, we are able to get a great improvement in WiFi speed. We were able to achieve a downlink speed of 88Mbps and an uplink speed of 91Mbps. This is nearly close to the wired speed of 91Mbps for downlink. Below is a screen shot of the speed test result.

Read the full review here -> http://en.ocworkbench.com/tech/western-digital-my-net-n900-central-2tb-dual-band-wireless-router-review/

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Google Chromebook pixel goes on sale for USD 1299 onward, will you buy one? Belo are the specs

The Google Chromebok PIxel comes with a 12.85″ high res screen with resolution of 2560×1700. It has a Gorilla Glass multi touch screen and it weighs 3.3lbs and 0.64″ thin.

The device comes with 1TB Google drive online storage for 3 years. There is a LTE version of the device priced at USD 1449. The WIFI edition is at USD 1299.

Taipei, Taiwan, February 20th, 2013 – GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, today announced the debut of its latest motherboards series based on the Thin Mini-ITX form factor. The new GIGABYTE H77TN and B75TN motherboards enable the creation of slim and compact All-In-One (AIO) PC designs that adhere to Intel’s AIO PC specification.

Featuring a low profile design that is 43% thinner than traditional Mini-ITX motherboards, GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards offer a full featured PC experience with performance and specification options that you’d expect from a traditional desktop PC setup. In addition, GIGABYTE’s Thin Mini-ITX motherboards also offer flexible power input and IO expansion specifications that make them suitable for a broad range of commercial and industrial PC designs that also conform to Intel’s Thin Mini-ITX specification.

“GIGABYTE’s Thin Mini-ITX motherboards underline our commitment to the desktop PC market and cement our leadership position in the high growth AIO segment,” commented Henry Kao, Vice President of GIGABYTE Motherboard Business Unit. “By embracing new form factors like Thin Mini-ITX, GIGABYTE is enabling continued innovation in desktop PC design while also opening doors to market segments, such as industrial PCs, that we have not traditionally serviced.”

“IDC is expecting the AIO growth rate to be about 26% over the next three years. It is no surprise that AIO is the hot growth market for desktop systems in 2013 and beyond. We are thrilled to see GIGABYTE participating in the development of this important AIO ecosystem”, said Steve Dallman, Intel Vice President for the Reseller Channel. “In particular, we are excited to see GIGABYTE enabling new products, based on the Intel® B75 and H77 Express chipsets, for both small business and home platforms. I look forward to the new AIO systems, built upon these new GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards that will soon be in the market”.

GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX Motherboards

The GIGABYTE H77TN and GIGABYTE B75TN motherboards are based on the Intel® H77 and B75 chipsets supporting 2nd and 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors. At just 17cm x 17cm, and a mere 2.5cm high, GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards also integrate flexible power specifications that include a selectable panel power driver, selectable back light power including 12v and 19v options, and a wide 12v to 19v voltage input range for a variety of power source options.

GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards also offer excellent IO flexibility with a x4 PCI Express expansion slot accompanied by both mSATA and Mini PCIe slots offering a wide range of modern and legacy IO options.

The Thin Mini-ITX: A Quickly Evolving Eco-system

Thin Mini-ITX builds on the popular and mature 17cm x 17cm Mini-ITX form factor, adding an additional 2.5cm IO shield height limitation that ensures compatibility with thinner chassis and builds. Other optimizations such as CPU socket placement and SODIMM memory come together to make a form factor that is built to power sleek system designs that don’t compromise on performance and features.

Several All-in-One chassis designs that follow Thin Mini-ITX guidelines are currently available and dozens more expected later in 2013, Most of the chassis combine touch-capable HD displays, internal cooling component and are geared to work seamlessly with GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards.

GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards make an excellent choice in a range of slim-line industrial and commercial spaces including POS systems, casino gaming PCs, industrial PCs and digital signage units. However a GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboard is the starting point for any DIY user or enthusiast builder looking to create their own All-in-One PC.

To learn more about GIGABYTE Thin-Mini-ITX motherboards, and how to build your own All-in-One system, please visit this page of the GIGABYTE website: http://www.gigabyte.com/MicroSite/324/aio-system.html

Apple just sent notification that there is an iOS upgrade available for iPad. This version iOS 6.1.2 fixes an Exchange calendar bug that could result in increased network activity and reduced battery life.

HTC unveils new flagship phone HTC One with a new interface

With a sleek aluminum body, a live home screen that streams all of your favorite content, a photo gallery that comes to life, and dual frontal stereo speakers, the New HTC One is ready to reshape your smartphone experience.

The phone will go on sale in late March. HTC says US partners will include AT&T, Sprint Nextel and T-Mobile, but specific availability dates and prices were not announced.

The new HTC One has a 4.7-inch (12-centimetre) screen, making it larger than the iPhone but smaller than some other Android phones, including HTC’s own 5-inch (12.5-centimeter) Droid DNA, which launched in November. The HTC One has the same screen resolution as the larger phone, at 1920 by 1080 pixels.

At a press event in New York, HTC’s design director Jonah Becker emphasized precision machining that goes into making the virtually all-metal body of the phone. In a design reminiscent of the iPhone 5, HTC has eliminated all the little gaps between different parts, giving the phone a smooth, tight feel in the hand.

HTC One features two speakers, at the top and bottom of the screen, producing a stereo effect when the phone is turned on its side for movie viewing. Another unusual feature is an infrared diode that lets the phone serve as a universal remote for a TV or media center.

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A meteorite falls in russian urals

A spectacular meteor shower shattered windows and caused injuries in Russia’s Ural Mountains.

The meteor shower is believed to be from an asteroid as large as an Olympic swimming pool that was expected to race past the Earth on Friday at a distance of just 27,700km (17,200mi) – the closest ever predicted for an object of that size.

The powerful blast rocked the Russian region of the Urals with bright objects, identified as possible meteorites, falling from the sky, emergency officials said.

“It was definitely not a plane,” an emergency official told Reuters, without elaborating. “We are gathering the bits of information and have no data on the casualties so far.”

No one was hurt in a meteor shower, an emergency official told RIA-Novosti. Local residents said they witnessed burning objects in the sky of the Chelyabinsk and Sverdlovsk regions.

A Reuters witness in Chelyabinsk reported hearing a huge blast early in the morning and feeling a shockwave in a 19-storey building in the town center.

The sounds of car alarms and breaking windows could be heard in the area, the witness said, and mobile phones were working intermittently.

“Preliminary indications are that it was a meteorite rain,” an emergency official told RIA-Novosti. “We have information about a blast at 10,000-meter (32,800-foot) altitude. It is being verified.”

The trace from a falling object could be seen in Yekaterinburg, some 200 kilometers (125 miles) southeast of Chelyabinsk, another Reuters witness said.

The 5 inch full HD 1080p Xperia Z is powered by Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad Core processor. Other than having a larger screen compared to the Xperia V, it has a 13 megapixel fast capture camera which performs just like a HD camera. Exmor RS for mobile, the world’s first image sensor with HDR video is available on the Xperia Z.

The Xperia Z improves on power management with a new feature BATTERY STAMINA mode which improves the standby time by 4 times or more by automatically shutting down battery draining apps.

The Xperia Z is 7.9mm thin and is highly durable with tempered glass and anti shatter film on the front and back and it is IP 55 and IP57 certified for dust and water resistant.
The Xperia Z and Xperia ZL (in a smaller form factor) will be launched in Q1 2013 with JellyBean. It will shortly be upgraded to Android 4.2.

It will be available in 3 colours, Black, White and Purple.

OCWorkbench team likes to wish everyone a fruitful year of the snake. Enjoy !

If you are an owner of the LG Optimus 7, the first generation Windows 7 phone, you might be in luck this Chinese New Year. According to XDA developer forum, it seems that LG is pushing out the Windows 7.8 firmware to the phones in the UK through Zune. So far, I have not tested the method and it is not known if it works in other parts of the world.

A user by the name minep suggested that users try the following to get the update.

Do let us know if you are able to update the latest Windows 7.8. Good Luck.

Go to Settings – mobile network , then edit apn. In “APN, Username, Password” I typed my provider settings. In “Proxy server/URL” type 109.169.40.229 and in “Proxy port” type 8080. Here Done.
Next step: in computer STILL connected internet, in phone wifi is disconnected.
And last step: in Zune click update. Waiting about ~2 minutes, because proxy is very slow.
Result:

Panasonic announces 2 new Toughbook and 1 new Touchpad to it’s slate of TOUGHBOOK series of products
7 Feb 2013

On Tuesday, Panasonic announces 2 new Toughbook and a new Touchpad.

The Toughbook CF-AX2 is the world’s lightest business rugged convertible Windows 8 ProUltrabook. One of the first ready-made Microsoft Windows 8 Pro certified devices, the AX2 is ideal for the mobile sales workforce, merchandisers, and executives on the go.

Designed for healthcare professionals, aviation technicians and automotive engineers, the Toughbook CF-C2 is the world’s first semi-rugged Windows 8 convertible PC.

The  ToughPad which was initially showcased at CommunicAsia last year on the Android platform, is now available on the Windows 8 platform as Toughpad FZ-G1, designed for on-the-go business professionals and government institutions.

The Xperia^TMZ hits Singapore shelves on March 1^st

• Full HD 5” Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 for super brightness and clarity
• Sony’s media applications deliver rich user experiences and instant access to entertainment services
• Easy and fast One-touch functions to wirelessly share music, photos and videos across devices
• New stand-out Sony design with water and dust resistance

• ·        1.5 GHz asynchronous quad-core Snapdragon S4 processor with 2GB RAM
• ·        Battery STAMINA mode improves standby time by at least 4 times

Availability

Xperia Z will be available in theXperia Store, Sony Stores andSony Centres on March 1st and available at all telco operators from March 2nd onwards, in the colours black, white and purpleat a recommended retail price of S$ 988 without contract.

* Xperia Z purple will be available one week after March 1^st

Pre-order available from Feb 15th to Feb 24th

Customers can visit theXperia Store, Sony Stores andSony Centres and make their pre-orders during the above-mentioned period for an exclusive gift.

Alternatively,online pre-orders are also available at the following operator websites:

www.starhub.com/xperiaz

www.singtelshop.com/xperiaz

www.m1.com.sg/xperiaz

For more information on the pre-order, please visitwww.facebook.com/sonymobilesg from Feb 15th onwards.