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Celebrate Christmas with CHARLES & KEITH in the ALPS in WEB3

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Hi Huneybees,


This festive season, CHARLES & KEITH broadens its presence in the Metaverse by venturing into the snow-covered mountains through the debut of CHARLES & KEITH IN THE ALPS within the Sandbox.


The special Yuletide update offers an interactive and entertaining way to experience the brand’s holiday wonderland. Fusing youthful exuberance and glamour in a unique Sandbox adventure akin to a cozy house party in a ski resort, the result is an alternate reality haven of sparkle and festive cheer.



Users can elevate their online experience by immersing themselves in the Alps for a virtual getaway: Exploring resort facilities such as the café, hot tub, restaurant, and observation deck and engaging in a discovery expedition – where players spawn in front of the iconic CHARLES & KEITH building, embark on in-game quests including a sledding race and snowball challenge – to collect snowflakes and redeem a CHARLES & KEITH NFT.


Available for purchase are a range of digital collectibles, including a Giant Snowflake Motif, Cosy Earmuffs Romilly Puffy Snow Boots, as well as a pet dog wearing the brand’s Metallic Bead-Embellished Pet Collar, and a CHARLES & KEITH Snow Motor.


Charles & Keith teams up with EMERGE Group to Harness Web 3 and IP Expertise, Partnering with Surgence, Avocado DAO, Ancient8 and PXN in the Intersection of Fashion and Technology. 


CHARLES & KEITH IN THE ALPS will launch on The Sandbox on 30 November 2023.




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Enter The Multiverse of Artist Santu Song

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All this talk about Metaverse, Web3, and NFTs is making my head big. Grasping this whole new world takes some work and that's why I'm taking every chance to learn more about them. This week at ION Art, there's a Santu's Multiverse art exhibition that might shed some light...

For the first time in Singapore, contemporary artist Santu Song, one of China's most celebrated artistic personalities of our generation,  invites you to delve into her arcane world that is filled with a myriad of otherworldly sensory and existential perceptions, and emblematic denotations – while humankind attempts to coalesce, and perhaps even reconcile, beliefs with futuristic technology through her digital artworks, NFTs and her official Santu Web3 Club.

Born and raised in Shanghai, Santu was accepted by the Chelsea College of Art and Design in London at the tender age of 15. She continued her education in the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, where she pursued a Master's degree in Filmmaking.

Over the years, she has exhibited her artworks in several international art shows, including Art Basel and SCOPE International Contemporary Art Show in Miami, and in several private shows in London, and she was commissioned by corporations and luxury brands, such as K11 Art Mall in Beijing, Shanghai W Hotel, Montblanc and Cadillac to create large, installation artworks for public spaces and events.

Santu has often been likened by the Chinese media to Pablo Picasso, who happens to be one of Santu's favourite artists, and was hailed as the "Female Picasso of the New Era". She often draws on inspiration from a particular quote by the Father of Cubism – "The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls" – and believes that it is in the Arts that humanity confides, to express lament, faith, and hope, especially in perilous times of war and uncertainties.


Her creations, though cheerfully presented, call into question the significance of digitisation in human flourishing, which is the purest of all human endeavours, and the purpose of a well-lived life, juxtaposing nature, spirituality, and humanity with technology. Evident in her artworks in the form of their totem-like configurations, colours and the liberal use of symbols like 'eyes', which reflect the viewers' souls, and gigantic 'blossoms' that represent feminine beauty, strength and unity while revealing the might of Mother Nature in a digitised world.

Her well-loved works have been hailed as 'neoteric' and her message 'progressive' and 'visionary' by many, and she now hopes to bring her art and vision to an even wider audience in Europe, America and the rest of Asia, through collaborations, exclusive showcases, and commission works by internationally renowned brands such as Dolce & Gabbana.The Santu Web3 Club is powered by Supercharge, a groundbreaking platform that merges gamification, rewards, and community ownership with the power of Web3 technology, specially crafted to enable communities and businesses to unlock their full potential and establish enduring relationships with their members. Powered by AI, DAO and gamification tools that leverage Web3 technology for an unparalleled experience, Supercharge is poised to revolutionise the brand community and amplify customer loyalty.

Santu's Multiverse will be held from 3rd to 12th of May 2023 at ION Art, Level 4, ION Orchard, No 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801, and is open to public daily. 
*Visitors to Santu's Multiverse will receive an original NFT by the artist.
Please check the official event website for timings as the exhibition may be closed for private events. #santusong #Art #ArtExhibition #SantusMultiverse #IONArt



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Pre-Order Your Samsung Galaxy Z Series 5G, Galaxy Watch5 Series and Galaxy Buds2 Pro Today

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Hi Huneybees,


Samsung
has just Unpacked and revealed their latest series of updates - The Galaxy Flip4 5G, Galaxy Z Fold4 5G, Galaxy Watch5 Series, and Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. I got to preview and play with the gadgets for a while and here's a little intro...



Samsung Galaxy Z Series 5G

Entering into the 4th generation, these foldable gadgets have been enhanced for better performances, to aid in your everyday life. They are Samsung's toughest foldable to date, with Armor Aluminum frames and hinge cover along and exclusive Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ on the Cover Screen and rear glass.


The durability of the Main Screen panel is also enhanced thanks to the optimized layer structure, helping to reduce damage from external shock. They are equipped with IPX825 water resistance, so you don't have to worry if caught in the rain.


On top of that, there's also an array of new covers to protect your devices and also specific ones to house the S Pen for the Z Fold4.


Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 5G

The Galaxy Z Flip4 5G, maintaining its compact clamshell design, is now shorter and narrower than its previous version, with the inside border thinner for more screen space while you watch your favourite drama. The overall design has been refined with a slimmer hinge, straightened edges, contrasting hazed back glass, and glossy metal frames. The battery has also expanded to 3,700mAh for longer usage and with Super Fast Charging now supported on Z Flip4 5G, it can charge up to 50 percent in around 30 minutes.


Flip4 is fully customizable inside out, with Galaxy Themes on both Cover and Main Screen. You can make use of the custom fonts, icons, and designs to make the phone match your style, Plus, you
can create your own Cover Screen with new clock designs and backgrounds in various formats such as images, GIFs, and even video.


The Cover Screen has also been enhanced so now you can do more without even having to open the phone. There are new ways to theme it, with more widgets added,  so you can make calls, reply to texts (using speech to text), make payments with your mobile wallet, and even control the SmartThings Scene widget, all from the Cover Screen.


The photo capturing or video shooting experience has also been enhanced with a 10 MP Selfie Camera and 12 MP Wide and Ultrawide Rear Camera, equipped with a 65 percent brighter sensor powered by the Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform; your photos and videos will be crisper and more stable - day or night.


Shoot hands-free video or capture full group selfies at various angles by partially folding Z Flip4 5G to activate FlexCam and with Samsung’s partnership with Meta. FlexCam is also optimized for the most popular social platforms, including Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook.

You can also take high-quality selfies right from the Cover Screen by leveraging the main camera with the upgraded Quick Shot or shoot high-quality video recording in Quick Shot mode and
then seamlessly switch to Flex mode to continue recording hands-free without stopping the video allowing a more creative video transition. 


Something cool about the Flip phones is that you can preview from the Cover Screen how you look in the picture when your friend is helping you take a photo. On Flip3, the preview is only limited to the screen ratio, which means you are previewing the photo cropped, making it hard for you to pose correctly. But it is now solved and you are able to take selfies in Portrait Mode and see the preview in the actual photo ratio. 


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 5G

The Galaxy Z Fold4 5G has yet again proved to be a helpful, multi-tasking powerhouse with ultimate performance to aid in your daily work-life being the first device to ship with Android 12L, a special version of Android created by Google for large-screen experiences (2.7mm wider when closed and 3mm wider when opened) and , including foldables. It is Samsung’s most comprehensive smartphone experience to date, shape-shifting design, immersive displays, and PC-like multitasking features, in addition to advanced camera technology and powerful mobile processors.


Multitasking on Z Fold4 5G is now made easier than ever with the new Taskbar feature that provides a layout similar to your PC, offering access to your favourite and recent apps. You can also instantly switch full-screen apps to pop-up windows or split your screen in half for more ways. Google apps, including Chrome and Gmail now support drag-and-drop, allowing you to quickly copy and paste links, photos and more from one app to another. With Google Meet, you can connect with more people while enjoying virtual co-activities, including co-watching videos on YouTube or playing games together whilst on a video call.


Popular social media apps like Facebook are optimised for the large-screen experience to make
content more enjoyable. Or open your favourite streaming entertainment service apps like Netflix and watch hands-free with Flex mode. For non-optimised apps, users can even control the device without disrupting the content with the new Flex Mode Touchpad, offering accuracy while pausing, rewinding, and playing videos, or zooming in and out of content while the device is in Flex mode.


The photo taking and video experience has also been elevated with an upgraded 50MP wide lens and 30x Space Zoom lens allowing you to play with a variety of camera modes, including the larger Zoom map activated on Capture View Mode, Dual Preview, and Rear Cam Selfie. And with the larger pixel size (a 23 percent brighter sensor), and enhanced processing power, you can capture clear images even at night!


Games are snappier too thanks to the powerful Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform and hyper-fast 5G23. With the slimmer hinge, lighter weight, and even narrower bezels, the wider screen enables easier one-handed interactions while using the Cover Screen.


The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 5G comes in Bora Purple, Graphite, and new colours: Pink Gold, and Blue. Or go a step further and make it uniquely yours with the expanded Galaxy Z Flip4 5G Bespoke Edition where you can customize and play with the front and back panels and frames. 



Bespoke Edition colors are Yellow, White, Navy, Khaki, and Red and Frames come in Black, Silver, and Gold, you can combine up to 75 variations. There are also several covers for you to choose to protect your Flip4s too...


The Galaxy Z Fold4 5G is offered in refined colours that include Graygreen, Beige and Phantom Black. Additionally, it is available in Burgundy with additional storage capacity options up to one
terabyte, exclusively on Samsung Online Store.


The New & Improved Wearables To Aid Your Lifestyle

Along with the new phones, Samsung has also updated their wearables to pair with your smartphones and increase your lifestyle needs and enjoyment. There's the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro.


Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Samsung’s new top-of-the-line earbuds - Galaxy Buds2 Pro is here to provide the most immersive wireless audio experience with a new, compact design (15% smaller for more ergonomic long wearing), and seamless connectivity that is perfect for any aspect of your everyday life.

The superior Hi-Fi 24bit Audio with the new Samsung seamless codec (SSC HiFi) and the new
coaxial 2-way speaker, makes the music and sounds richer and crystal clear. Turing on the 360 degree positional audio together with the built in native Dolby Atmos™ support, it's almost as though you are personally in the movie/video you are watching. I tried it at the preview and it was so phenomenal that you can hear the distance difference, where each sound is coming from and  even the differentiate the musical instruments used in the music!


When you need to answer an urgent call while enjoying a gaming session or a movie on your tablet, the Buds2 Pro can seamlessly switch the audio connection to your phone with a touch of a finger. Your calls on-the-go will not be disturbed by surrounding sounds with the powerful ANC and with Auto Switch, you can effortless transition from your favorite TV Show to take a call from your loved ones.

Lastly, if you happen to misplace your Buds2 Pro on your commute, SmartThings Find now makes locating them fast and easy whether they’re inside their cradle or not.


The Galaxy Buds2 Pro will be retailing at $328, coming in 3 all-new soft and neutral hues that perfectly complement with the new foldables - Graphite, White, and Bora Purple.



Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro

Give your health more attention with the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro. Better understand your health and wellness habits with intuitive insights, advanced features and in-depth monitoring.


Galaxy Watch5 is equipped with Samsung’s unique BioActive Sensor that uses a single unique chip combined with three powerful health sensors - Optical Heart Rate, Electrical Heart Signal and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, to help its wearer gain extensive readings (heart rate, blood oxygen level, ECG and stress level). 


With an increased surface area and more direct contact with your wrist, the Galaxy Watch5 tracks health metrics with greater accuracy than its predecessor.


Together with your readings, the Galaxy Watch5 offers a comprehensive end-to-end experience that goes beyond fitness activities and into the post-workout, rest, and recovery process. The Body Composition measurement tool, it can provide a tailored approach to help set goals, guide you through personalised workouts, and track progress. And when it’s time to rest, it will also provide recovery data, including post-cardio heart rate (after an intense workout), and customised recommendations on water consumption based on sweat loss.


Furthermore, you can also better understand your sleep patterns through Sleep Scores that monitors your stages of sleep, along with snore detection and blood oxygen levels. From that, you can achieve improved sleep habits with the advanced Sleep Coaching that gives a tailored month-long guided program. 

Through SmartThings integration, the Galaxy Watch5 automatically sets connected lights, AC units, and TVs to predetermined settings that make for an ideal sleep environment. With the enhanced fall detection, an emergency contact is notified should you or your loved one stumbles at home or falls out of bed too.

The Galaxy Watch5 comes with 13% larger battery, with up to 40 hours of battery life, that allows eight hours of sleep tracking with just eight minutes of charging. The smartwatch is also more durable now with the Sapphire Crystal display. 

Addtionally, cue up your favourite song on Spotify with just your voice using Google Assistant and
find your way using Google Maps right from your wrist without a smartphone connection.


Created for those that love the great outdoors, the Galaxy Watch5 Pro is ready for any challenge from hiking to cycling and beyond. It is enhanced with Sapphire Crystal that better resists any wear and tear and a durable titanium casing that protects the display with a protruded bezel design. 


It also comes with an all-new D-Buckle Sport Band that offers rugged durability with a sleek and clean fit; with an easy click on magnetic clasp and no holes, you won't be tracking any dirt as you go about your adventures.


Built strong, and built to last, Galaxy Watch5 Pro has the largest battery in a Galaxy Watch. It is 60% larger than Galaxy Watch4, with up to 80 hours of battery life.  You can track, record and share your hiking session with fellow trail-lovers on the Samsung Health app with Route Workout as well as download hiking and cycling routes from others to try new adventures.

As you hike or cycle, you can keep your eyes on the path and away from the map with intuitive Turn-by-turn directions and when you’re ready to head home, the Galaxy Watch5 Pro will get you there easily with the Track back feature that takes you back the way you came.


The Galaxy Watch5 comes with the Large 44mm option available in Graphite, Sapphire, and Silver and the Small 40mm option available in Graphite, Pink Gold, and Silver which features a Bora Purple strap that pairs perfectly with the Galaxy Z Flip4 5G. Galaxy Watch5 will start at $448 for the Bluetooth version and $548 for the LTE version.


The Galaxy Watch5 Pro will be available in Black Titanium and Gray Titanium, with a 45mm display, starting at $698 for the Bluetooth version and $798 for the LTE version.

Additionally, you can also design your own watches by selecting the model, size, case colour and strap for up to 96 unique combinations in the Galaxy Watch5 Bespoke Studio - https://www.samsung.com/sg/mobile/galaxy-bespoke/galaxywatch5/Available watch straps include the all-new D Buckle Sport Band (default with Watch5 Pro), Sport Band (default with Watch5), Link Bracelet Titanium, Two-tone Sport Band, and Rugged Sport Band.



Availability

The Galaxy Z Flip4 5G, Galaxy Z Fold4 5G, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro is now available for pre-order at Samsung Online Store, Samsung Official Store in Lazada, Shopee and Amazon, selected Consumer Electronics & IT online stores and telecommunication operators online
stores (Singtel, StarHub).


You can also register your iinterest for the Galaxy Z Flip4 5G and Galaxy Z Fold4 5G with telecommunication operator, M1, or place your pre-order for the allnew devices in store at the following:
• Telecommunication operators (Singtel, StarHub)
• Samsung Experience Stores
• Selected Consumer Electronics & IT Stores

All consumers who pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip4 5G and Galaxy Z Fold4 5G will be entitled to the
following complimentary pre-order exclusives:
• Galaxy Z Flip4 5G: Samsung e-voucher3 worth $250 and 50% off 2-year Samsung Care+
Screen Care worth $238
• Galaxy Z Flip4 5G Bespoke Edition: Samsung e-voucher4 worth $250, 50% off 2-year
Samsung Care+ Screen Care worth $238, and free Clear Slim Cover worth $38
• Galaxy Z Fold4 5G: Samsung e-voucher4 worth $300 and 50% off 2-year Samsung Care+
Screen Care worth $350

Consumers who pre-order their devices will be able to collect their devices from 26 August 2022Friday. There's also a special preorder bundle...




For more information on - 
 Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro: www.samsung.com/sg/watches/galaxy-watch5/





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