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vivo introduces X200 FE, its first compact telephoto flagship smartphone

vivo launches the X200 FE in Singapore, a compact flagship with telephoto imaging, ZEISS optics, and powerful performance in a lightweight body.

Trump says talks with China on TikTok deal to begin this week

Trump says TikTok deal talks with China will begin this week, with possible involvement from President Xi or his team.

DeepSWE, powered by Alibaba’s Qwen3-32B, outperforms rivals in global benchmark

Alibaba’s open-source Qwen model powers DeepSWE to global victory in AI agent rankings, signalling a shift in open-weight AI innovation.

E Ink transforms laptop touchpads into smart e-reader displays for AI use

E Ink’s new touchpad brings e-reader tech to laptops, offering a low-power screen for AI apps and assistants right under your fingertips.

Xiaomi opens new store at City Square Mall and launches Shopee presence in Singapore

Xiaomi opens its ninth store in Singapore at City Square Mall and launches its official Shopee store with promotional offers across both platforms.

Google to roll out update for Pixel 6A battery overheating next week

Google’s July 8 Pixel 6A update limits battery overheating by reducing capacity after 400 cycles, with free replacements for affected users.

Microsoft opens pre-orders for Surface Copilot+ PCs in Singapore

Microsoft launches AI-powered Surface Pro and Surface Laptop in Singapore, with pre-orders open ahead of 15 July availability.

Infold Games launches Love and Deepspace pop-up exhibition at Resorts World Sentosa

Infold Games brings the first Love and Deepspace pop-up exhibition to Singapore from 18 to 31 July at Resorts World Sentosa.

WWE 2K25 confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 launch on 23 July

WWE 2K25 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 July, offering full game features, new content, and multiple special editions.

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Gaming

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vivo introduces X200 FE, its first compact telephoto flagship smartphone

vivo launches the X200 FE in Singapore, a compact flagship with telephoto imaging, ZEISS optics, and powerful performance in a lightweight body.

Microsoft to exit Pakistan after 25 years, shifting to reseller model

Microsoft ends its 25-year presence in Pakistan, shifting to a reseller model amid global cuts and broader industry challenges.

China’s smartphone shipments fall 21.8% in May, marking the sharpest 2025 decline yet

China’s smartphone market declined 21.8% in May 2025, with local brands taking the hardest hit amid fewer new launches and shifting buyer habits.

Resident Evil expands to mobile with new strategy game ‘Survival Unit’

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China to invest in Brazil-led global forest fund, signalling shift in climate finance

China may invest in Brazil's global forest fund, signalling a shift in climate finance and broader support from emerging economies.

Trump says talks with China on TikTok deal to begin this week

Trump says TikTok deal talks with China will begin this week, with possible involvement from President Xi or his team.

DeepSWE, powered by Alibaba’s Qwen3-32B, outperforms rivals in global benchmark

Alibaba’s open-source Qwen model powers DeepSWE to global victory in AI agent rankings, signalling a shift in open-weight AI innovation.

E Ink transforms laptop touchpads into smart e-reader displays for AI use

E Ink’s new touchpad brings e-reader tech to laptops, offering a low-power screen for AI apps and assistants right under your fingertips.

Xiaomi opens new store at City Square Mall and launches Shopee presence in Singapore

Xiaomi opens its ninth store in Singapore at City Square Mall and launches its official Shopee store with promotional offers across both platforms.

Google to roll out update for Pixel 6A battery overheating next week

Google’s July 8 Pixel 6A update limits battery overheating by reducing capacity after 400 cycles, with free replacements for affected users.

Microsoft opens pre-orders for Surface Copilot+ PCs in Singapore

Microsoft launches AI-powered Surface Pro and Surface Laptop in Singapore, with pre-orders open ahead of 15 July availability.

Infold Games launches Love and Deepspace pop-up exhibition at Resorts World Sentosa

Infold Games brings the first Love and Deepspace pop-up exhibition to Singapore from 18 to 31 July at Resorts World Sentosa.