vivo Malaysia Emerged the Top Smartphone Player in 2020: A speech given by Renowned Malaysian TV Personality, Gan Jiang Han

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vivo Malaysia collaborated with famous local television personality, Gan Jiang Han to share about vivo’s rapid brand growth since they entered the Malaysia market in 2016. Prior to this, both parties have created an inspirational and philosophical short video that aims to motivate young Malaysians in overcoming hardships and failures.

“Why and how vivo strives to its success today” Gan Jiang Han further elaborated that vivo has always adhered to the consumer-oriented approach when innovating new products, which ensures consumers enjoy personalised experiences and services. Meanwhile, vivo has been expanding its global research and development (R&D) capabilities, in which now they have nine established Research and Development (R&D) centers and five manufacturing bases worldwide.

“Besides that, vivo has unveiled technologies such as Half-Screen In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology at vivo APEXTM, along with Screen SoundCasting Technology, and Elevating Front Camera. Known as world’s lightest 5G smartphone, X50 Pro is embedded with industry-leading technology including built-in Gimbal Camera System and Super Night Mode, it allows us to capture motion objects easily, even at night,” said Jiang Han.

X50 Pro is also providing users a whole new experience in shooting their own film on X50 Pro without professional video equipment. With the brand concept of "Humanistic Delight", vivo continues to drive future breakthroughs that will elevate the users experience to the next level, by integrating its state-of-the-art technology into their cutting-edge smartphones.

The video is now available at: https://www.facebook.com/vivoMalaysia/videos/253267192406077

According to the recent phone shipments report conducted by Canalys, vivo has successfully gained a total of 21% market share among the major market players in Q2 2020 – making vivo the Top 1 smartphone manufacturer brand in Malaysia. vivo topples all the major smartphone manufacturers to achieve the largest smartphone vendor in Malaysia, garnering an incremental rate of 59% on its year-on-year growth. 

For more information, please visit vivo Facebook page or official website

vivo Malaysia Shares Stimulating Behind-The-Scenes Facts from Latest ‘Shot on X50 Pro’ Film ‘KITA’

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As a leading global technology company, vivo has recently premiered an exclusive ‘Shot on X50 Pro’ film – ‘KITA’, in conjunction with Malaysia’s National Day. Directed by renowned Netflix Malaysian Director and Golden Horse Award for Best Director, Ho Yuhang, this nine-minute short film portrays Malaysia’s diverse cultures featuring the actual events about friendships amongst four students from different races and cultures. 

In recent years, vivo has intensified its effort in developing innovative technology, and it has advanced significantly with the arrival of its true photography flagship smartphone – X50 Pro that integrates professional and industry-leading photography technology. With that, vivo has also released an accompanying behind-the-scenes video which shows how this web-film was being shot and produced by Ho Yuhang and his team using only X50 Pro as the sole video equipment. 

Image 1: One of the ‘KITA’s scenes of Nadia discovered Keong when she’s crying in the classroom. 

“One of the most memorable scenes that I find enjoyable when working with the X50 Pro is the classroom scene, where Nadia was extremely upset and cried in the classroom because Keong destroyed her artwork. In utilising the X50 Pro, we managed to capture excellent shots that are (nearly) as good as what a full production set can do – the visuals turned out bright with abundant detail, good exposure, lively colours and commendable contrast,” said Director Ho. 

Image 2: Director Ho YuHang together with his production team explored on the light exposure and angle for outdoor shooting by using the vivo X50 Pro. 

Director Ho praised vivo X50 Pro for its low-light performance and stabilisation capabilities, especially for scenes that required action footages. “Having a great stabilisation system is of tremendous help to any production team, especially when it comes to shooting in a low-light condition. With this phone, we have reduced the amount of equipment to be used, and the manpower needed to set up the stage.” Director Ho elaborated. 

Image 3: ‘KITA’ short film’s video equipment was set-up at the movie premiere on 27th August 2020, at GSC, 1Utama Shopping Mall. 

Best known for its advanced camera specifications and luxurious design, X50 Pro’s built-in Gimbal Camera System comes with miniature gimbal module. It moves in the opposite direction of shaking motions, providing increased stability for the main camera where this comes in useful with most of the scenes in the short film made possible. 

Image 4: The team was setting up the equipment for actions scene shooting for Jaya – one of the characters in ‘KITA’ film. 

To shoot the specific scene for the characters in the short film – Jaya's first-person perspective in the sport scenes, the production team deliberately created a headgear camera device that can be installed the thinnest 5G smartphone (X50 Pro) for Jaya. Through this scene, X50 Pro perfectly showcases the industry-leading feature of the built-in micro gimbal-like structure camera system. 

Besides, Director Ho has also highlighted X50 Pro’s other features such as the Extreme Night Vision (Super Night Mode), 60x Hyper Zoom, Professional Portrait, Super Wide Angle, Super Macro Functions, and others. It has assisted him significantly in achieving the kind of footage that he envisioned when shooting with different angles for diverse scenes. 

Image 5: A night scene in ‘KITA’ film where the students were singing together at the camping site. 

“This project has been challenging yet significant. It is a meaningful mission for me to embark on during this Merdeka month. I am grateful to vivo for giving me this opportunity to do something for Malaysia. I would never have thought of shooting a short film on X50 Pro. It has prompted me to redefine my videography experience, and through this project it allows me to work with other Malaysian talents,” said Director Ho. 

‘KITA’ is now available to watch on vivo’s Official Facebook Page, YouTube Channel, and iflix.

Gong Cha Introduces Its First-ever e-Drink Series with Shopee

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Malaysians’ favourite bubble tea chain Gong Cha and Malaysia’s no.1 e-commerce platform Shopee are joining forces to bring all Shopee users an exciting range called the Shopee 9.9 Super Drinks that will sure tingle the taste buds, put a smile on everyone’s faces and have them wanting more. 

Introducing three special brews - the Mango Matcha Latte, Mango Latte & Mango Marble, these exclusive and special beverages are introduced in celebration of Shopee’s flagship annual shopping event - the Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day. 

Mango Matcha Latte 

The triple-layered and eye-catching Mango Matcha Latte consists of tangy mango puree, rich-flavoured matcha and creamy fresh milk. While some may wonder at the odd coupling and contrasting bitterness of the matcha and sweetness from the mango, they actually complement each other well when mixed together. Be bold and adventurous with this Mango Matcha Latte that will sure to stir your gastronomic senses. 

Mango Latte 

The Mango Latte’s flavours are subtle and on point. The Gong Cha's freshly brewed green tea blends perfectly with the fresh milk while the bits and pieces of mango offers a unique and addictive texture to the drink. This refreshing and fruity version of a green tea latte is something you can’t afford to miss! 

Mango Marble 

The blend of mango, paired with milk green tea and Gong Cha's signature milk foam, creates a beautiful marble texture which gives the drink its name. The combination of rich, creamy milk foam and the floral taste of mango may just be that refreshing drink for you to sip on during a fun, road trip with friends. 

Gong Cha is introducing their e-drink series for the very first time where the drinks can only be purchased digitally via the Shopee app and collected at their outlets. Get the Shopee x Gong Cha e-drink series now exclusively on Shopee through the Food & Services Vouchers in-app portal. The Shopee 9.9 Super Drink vouchers can be redeemed at all Gong Cha outlets nationwide from now to 27 September. 

Fans can enjoy the drinks at an introductory price of RM7 (Normal price: RM10) from now to 13 September. Save more when you purchase the drinks at RM5 only on these special dates: 1 Sept, 6 Sept and 9 Sept. 

Apply the code GC99 upon checkout to enjoy 30% coins cashback (capped at RM5) when you purchase the e-drink series on Shopee from 1 - 9 September. 

The Shopee 9.9 Super Drink is introduced in conjunction with the Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day, happening from now to 9 September 2020. Users who visit Shopee are in for an exciting shopping event - free shipping with minimum spend of RM9, daily Shocking Sale with RM9 deals, 50% off vouchers as well as prizes worth up to RM 99,000 to be won through Shopee Games. 

What are you waiting for? Visit https://shopee.com.my/gongcha-shopee-series now!