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INNOVATIVE MARVELS: 2023 OPPO INSPIRATION CHALLENGE GLOBAL FINALS IN REVIEW.

After the Global Final Demo Event in Singapore, OPPO has revealed the five winning proposals from the 2023 OPPO Inspiration Challenge. Led by the OPPO Research Institute and backed by industry leaders including Qualcomm, GSMA 5G IN, Amazon Web Services, and LinkedIn, the challenge featured two distinct categories: “Inspiration for People” and “Inspiration for the Planet”. These categories aimed to uncover robust solutions in alignment with OPPO’s commitment to “Virtuous Innovation”. Following a series of regional challenges and an intensive acceleration camp, a total of 687 proposals were submitted by teams from 66 countries and regions around the world. From this diverse pool, five exceptional proposals were chosen. These winning teams will now engage in deeper collaboration with OPPO and its partners to bring their innovative ideas to fruition.

“We are extremely grateful for the collaborative support of our partners and to all the technology professionals and entrepreneurs who have taken part in this year’s OPPO Inspiration Challenge, especially the top five teams who truly demonstrated the incredible potential of innovative technology,” said Jason Liao, President of the OPPO Research Institute. “Following five months of extensive evaluation, we have seen many innovative and cutting-edge solutions to a number of critical but overlooked social issues raised by start-ups from around the world. Together, through the Inspiration Challenge, we look forward to working with these teams to bring the power of virtuous innovation to all corners of the world.”

During the Global Final Demo Event, OPPO collaborated with six startup teams from both this and last year to showcase their cutting-edge products and prototypes. Among them, Bluepha Co., Ltd. has teamed up with OPPO to create environmentally friendly packaging for mobile phones, as well as art installations made from biodegradable materials that showcase both the lightness and flexibility of OPPO’s foldable smartphones and OPPO’s commitment to the environment. Woola, another sustainability-focused startup, demonstrated its packaging for the OPPO Watch made from recycled wool. One of the winners of last year’s Inspiration Challenge, TangTang Quan, returned to the stage this year to demonstrate the results of its collaboration with OPPO, promoting a blood glucose monitoring function for the OPPO Watch 4 Pro that enables diabetes patients to monitor their blood glucose levels in real time using a customized smart watch interface.

This year, OPPO also teamed up with Deloitte China for the first time to launch an acceleration camp prior to the Global Final Demo Event. During the camp, experts from the OPPO Research Institute joined members of OPPO’s software, hardware, investment, universities and research, IoT departments, and industry experts from Deloitte to engage in discussions with the top 15 teams and provide advice on technology, industry trends, and the business prospects of their proposals.

At the end of the event, five winning proposals were ultimately selected from among fifteen finalists by a panel of judges comprising members of the OPPO Research Institute, OPPO’s investment department, and experts from Temasek International, GSMA, Fidelity International, and XNode. The judges assessed the proposals against the four criteria of feasibility, innovation and originality, long-term potential, and social values, with winning teams each receiving a grant of USD $50,000 plus opportunities to further develop their ideas in collaboration with OPPO and its partners. Further to this, “3D interactive platform” and “Flint Paper Battery” were awarded the People’s Choice awards in the “Inspiration for People” and “Inspiration for the Planet” categories, and “Impulse (Non-Surgical Hearing Aid)” and “Flint Paper Battery” received the Media Choice awards.

OPPO will continue to bring together technology professionals, entrepreneurs, and startup teams through the Inspiration Challenge to develop and implement innovative solutions that enable more people to benefit from the power of technology.

To learn more about the OPPO Inspiration Challenge and the winning proposals from this year’s competition, please visit the official website at https://www.oppo.com/en/proposal/.

October 20, 2023
KEJAYAAN GEMPITA: FAMILI DUO 2023 KINI JADI PILIHAN UTAMA 3.8 JUTA PENONTON.
Program Famili Duo 2023 di TV3 terus mendominasi slot hiburan pada malam Ahad dengan menarik perhatian sejumlah 3.8 juta penonton (sumber: Nielsen), dari jam 9.00 malam hingga 11.00 malam. Episod pertama ini jelas mengatasi rancangan lain yang bersiaran serentak. Pengumuman kemenangan bagi pasangan duo keenam telah menjadi berita mengejutkan yang memberikan kesan besar kepada program realiti FD2023. Sharif Kadir Doli Sharif dan abangnya, Mohd Syaiful Doli Sharif, berjaya menjadi juara mingguan untuk minggu pertama, memberikan kejutan yang membanggakan. Komen positif dari juri turut menyatakan kepuasan terhadap penampilan cemerlang pasangan adik-beradik ini.

Menurut juri tetap Mas Idayu atau dikenali dengan nama pentasnya Mummy, “Untuk menukar karakter dari sebuah program lawak ke program nyanyian realiti yang lebih serius mungkin agak sukar, tetapi Sharif dan Syaiful berjaya memberikan persembahan terbaik mengikut rentak Famili Duo melalui cara tersendiri. Kamu berdua berjaya menyusun lagu yang bermain dengan elemen rock, dangdut dan juga lawak. Itulah yang dinamakan kreativiti. Itu juga ciri-ciri yang dicari pada para peserta Famili Duo selama ini.”

Ajai juga turut puji persembahan keseluruhan Sharif dan Syaiful. “Kamu tahu cara untuk mengikut rentak lagu, kamu juga tahu penyampaian perasaan mengikut susunan lagu yang bersesuaian. Saya sangat bersetuju dengan susunan lagu yang kamu telah mengolah supaya memanfaatkan kekuatan kamu. Perkara itu saya ‘salute’. Saya harap benda ni berkekalan dan prestasi kamu berdua terus naik sehingga konsert terakhir,” ulas Ajai.

Baru-baru ini, Sharif dan Syaiful telah memberi bayangan kepada para penonton tentang pencabar utama mereka bagi musim ini iaitu Ryan dan Adam Bakery. Namun, konsert pertama FD2023 telah menyaksikan persembahan yang turut menghiburkan itu di tangga ketiga selepas pasangan Shila dan Syahir Amzah.

Berikut adalah senarai kedudukan persembahan di minggu pertama #FamiliDuo2023.
1. Sharif & Syaiful – 55.4%
2. Shila Amzah & Syahir – 49.1%
3. Ryan & Adam Bakery – 42.2%
4. Tom & Fuad Rahman – 41.3%
5. Haqiem Rusli & Ariff Bahran – 37.8%
6. Adira & Emma Suhaimi – 36.2%
Dapatkah pasangan lain mendahului duo yang dahulunya misteri itu dengan tema pilihan mereka iaitu ‘Cinta’? Jangan lupa untuk mengundi pasangan kegemaran anda di atas talian melalui Tonton kerana markah anda akan menentukan 30% markah keseluruhan. Lebih istimewa, penonton yang melanggan pakej TontonUP berpeluang untuk mengundi sebanyak 50 undian untuk duo kegemaran mereka! Gunakan kod ‘FAMILIDUO2023’ untuk mendapatkan tawaran khas bagi tiga bulan pertama sempena FD3 dengan harga serendah RM20.

Famili Duo 3 ini dibawakan khas oleh penaja utama OGAWA, penaja bersama Elegant Cosmetics, dan rakan penaja Centrum Multivitamin. Turut memeriahkan musim ini adalah OhBulan! dan XTRA sebagai Famili Digital, serta Hot FM sebagai Famili Radio.

Famili Duo 3 diketuai oleh Russell Mark Rodrigues (pengurus projek), Muhamad Sufian Che Isa (penerbit eksekutif) dan Noradillah Binti Abdullah (penerbit). Gunakan hashtag #FamiliDuo2023 untuk menghangatkan lagi perbualan di laman sosial media.

Jadi tunggu apa lagi? Pastikan anda mengundi duo selebriti kegemaran anda di pentas persembahan Famili Duo seterusnya pada 22 Oktober 2023, pukul 9.00 malam di TV3! Untuk maklumat lanjut dan perkembangan terkini tentang program TV3, jangan lupa ikuti laman media sosial rasmi Facebook, Instagram & Twitter di @TV3Malaysia serta TikTok @TV3MalaysiaOfficial.
October 20, 2023
FROM SELF-LOVE TO RUNWAY: HOW EMBRACING DIVERSITY REDEFINES BEAUTY STANDARDS
With an unwavering commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), plus-sized women have taken center stage, reshaping societal perspectives. The Women’s Empowerment Summit, a cornerstone of Miss Plus World Malaysia 2023/24, acknowledges the invaluable contributions, talents, and unique insights of curvy women while striving to foster a more inclusive and just world.

The Women’s Empowerment Summit, focusing on Body Positivity, aspires to provide a platform for meaningful dialogues, knowledge sharing, and empowerment. Its mission is to raise awareness and educate on the importance of embracing diversity and inclusion. Participants will engage in enlightening conversations, hands-on workshops, and informative presentations, all emphasizing the significance of embracing diversity in its myriad forms.

This event is designed to inspire confidence and cultivate an atmosphere of empowerment for people from all walks of life. It’s an opportunity to revel in diversity, break down barriers, and make substantial progress toward a more equitable and inclusive world.

A Paradigm Shift in the Making:

For too long, conventional beauty standards have cast a narrow and exclusionary shadow over the lives of plus-sized women. But times are changing, and this movement seeks to challenge and redefine these standards to pave the way for a brighter, more accepting future.

Key Elements of the Forum
- Promoting Self-Acceptance : At the heart of Forum is the promotion of self-acceptance and body positivity among plus-sized women. It encourages individuals to embrace and love their bodies, regardless of societal pressures
- Amplifying Voices : The importance of giving voice to plus-sized women is emphasized and a platform for them to share their stories, experiences, and perspectives to create a sense of belonging and empowerment is provided.
- Challenging Stereotypes : It challenges and deconstructs harmful stereotypes and prejudices, fostering understanding and empathy.
The Way Forward

The Forum’s goal is to create a vision for a world where all women, including plus-sized women, are not judged by their appearance but rather celebrated for their unique qualities, abilities, and diverse perspectives. It aims to shift the narrative from exclusion to inclusion and from discrimination to empowerment.

The journey ahead may be challenging, but it is a journey worth undertaking. The collective commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with the empowerment of plus-sized women, will enrich society and lead to positive, lasting change.

Partners in Wellness

the Women Empowerment Forum and the Miss Plus World Malaysia are supported by The Atelier Clinic and Phytoscience. Atelier Clinic, as a Main Presenter, specialises in advancing beauty, health and well-being through the power of cell-based therapies. Through thorough assessments and consultations, Atelier developed tailored treatment plans that address specific concerns, whether it’s improving join function, enhancing aesthetic appearance, optimising overall health, or combating the effects of aging.

Phytoscience, the Miss Plus World Malaysia 2023/24 Platinum Sponsor, is a global health & wellness company that stands at the forefront of product innovation and is committed to helping people take control of their health, both physically and financially. Phytoscience produces cutting edge, award-winning, scientifically proven & clinically researched wellness formulas and rewards all its distributors with one of the most lucrative and balanced financial reward plans in the industry.

Women Empowerment Forum

The Women Empowerment Forum will be happening on the 19th of October 2023 at 2pm to 5pm at the Whydham Grand Bangsar KL.

For more information, please contact Megan Tan at 019 241 8298.
October 20, 2023
CelcomDigi introduces a distinctive new company identity with the goal of leading in innovation and digitalization

CelcomDigi Berhad (“CelcomDigi”) today launched its new corporate logomark, a symbol of the company’s desire to be its customers’ and the nation’s trusted partner in innovation and digitalisation.

Celcom and Digi have been among the most trusted and most loved brands in Malaysia for three decades. The introduction of the new logomark is a key milestone in the company’s mission post merger to find innovative ways to advancing Malaysians to achieve everything they aspire to and are inspired by.

CelcomDigi’s Chief Executive Office, Datuk Idham Nawawi said, “Since the completion of our merger in December 2022, we have been progressively introducing new services, solutions, and innovation. Today, more than just a new livery, our new corporate brand symbolisesa bold new chapter for our customers, for the nation, and for CDzens who power our organization every day. It builds on our brand sprit- ‘Creating a world inspired by you’- to embody three fundamental principles: dynamism, passion for customers, and excellence.

323 days of achievements

Since the merger of Celcom and Digi in December 2022, both brands- now under a single corporate entity CelcomDigi Berhad have continued to serve consumer and business customer seamlessly, integrating services and products, introducing new offerings, building the nation’s future digital network, and creating a winning organization staffed by the country’s most talented Malaysians.

In April 2023, the company commenced a full-scale programme to build Malaysia’s future digital network- integrating and modernizing the widest and fastest 4G network in Malaysia with the latest LTE and 5G- ready technologies. These efforts have uplifted overall network experience for its customers – post-consolidation, customers now enjoy wider coverage as well as improved customer experience.

The company also introduced new segment offerings for home and fibre, and devices services under CelcomDigi Fibre with Malaysia’s first 1Gbps fibre to every room, and for business segments through CelcomDigi Business. CelcomDigi is also actively spurring digitalisation and 5G For All adoption among consumer and businesses through its affordable 5G device bundles and MY5G series, spearheading 5G thought leadership and promoting SME digitalisation. Most recently, CelcomDigi, via its Innovation Centre and collaborating with DHL, launched the country’s first 5G powered AI autonomous warehouse. The company has also partnered with Yinson Holdings for the development of innovative electric vehicle (EV) services and infrastructure for Malaysian consumers. CelcomDigi have also signed strategic partnership with SK Telecom and VIRNECT in the areas of driving innovation with 5G, AI, and Metaverse applications.

Delivering the best solutions, offers, and experiences to customers in the age of “digital everything”

CelcomDigi is commited to be the digital enabler for Malaysians, bringing comprehensive products, innovations and IoT solutions beyond telecommunication services to connect lives everywhere and enhance Malaysians’ digital lifestyle.

For more information on CelcomDigi, visit www.celcomdigi.com

October 20, 2023
Tayangan Khas “magiK” Mencapai Kejayaan untuk Menyentuh Hati Penonton
KUALA LUMPUR (SABTU) – Tayangan istimewa filem “magiK” yang dianjurkan oleh syarikat produksi 42nd Pictures Sdn Bhd, yang dikendalikan oleh pasangan suami isteri, Yasu dan Bea Tanaka, telah berjaya mendekati penonton sasaran sejak dimulakan pada 11 September lalu.

Menurut Bea, yang juga merupakan penerbit filem ini, tayangan “magiK” di tujuh lokasi berbeza di Semenanjung Malaysia melibatkan lapan sesi tayangan acara “magiK” Road Trip Screening.

“Setakat ini, pihak kami sudah berjaya mengadakan empat tayangan khas filem magiK bersama penduduk setempat termasuk komuniti bermasalah pendengaran membabitkan lokasi di Kuantan,Terengganu,Kedah dan YMCA, Kuala Lumpur.

“Tayangan khas filem ini juga ialah versi ‘closed caption’ untuk memudahkan penonton dari komuniti bermasalah pendengaran,”katanya.

Filem magiK yang bakal menemui penonton dipawagam seluruh Malaysia pada 30 November depan memaparkan gadis pekak berusia tujuh tahun, Kit yang ini tinggal di perkampungan terkenal dengan kelip-kelip.

Bea Tanak (kiri) dan Yasu Tanaka (kanan)
1. Kuantan
Lokasi pertama untuk tayangan khas filem magiK adalah di Kuantan, Pahang. Menurut pengarah filem ini, Tanaka, lokasi ini dipilih kerana penggambaran filem magiK berlangsung diKampung Kuantan, Kuala Selangor yang terkenal dengan kelip-kelip.

“Ramai penonton yang bertanya mengenai maksud huruf besar K yang juga judul filem magiK pada tayangan khas itu.

“Saya menjelaskan kepada mereka huruf besar K itu melambangkan banyak perkara.“K adakah Kit (nama watak utama), K juga bermaksud kelip-kelip dan komunikasi serta K juga bermaksud Kuantan,”katanya.

Tanaka berkata, selalunya dia akan mendapat idea baru dan inspirasi untuk menghasilkan skrip bila mengunjungi lokasi yang unik dan menarik di Malaysia. Katanya, dia juga boleh menyelami adat dan budaya masyarakat tempatan di setiap lokasi yang dikunjungi.

“Terima kasih kepada pihak yang membantu menjayakan tayangan khas filem magiK di sana iaitu Addy Haikal, Warung Adri dan Pameran Seni Haram yang menjadi tuan rumah di Kuantan.

“Mereka juga tidak sabar untuk mengembangkan komuniti seni di Kuantan melalui pelbagai bentuk seni seperti muzik dan filem,” katanya.

Tidak ketinggalan, kata Tanaka, dia dan Bea turut berpeluang mempromosikan buku terbaru terbitan mereka berjudul “Visual Story Telling 2: How to Meet 42nd Sheep” dengan Pameran Seni Haram.

“Syarikat produksi, 42nd Pictures lazim mengadakan kelas “Visual Storytelling” dan menggunakan buku karya mereka sebagai buku teks,” katanya.
1. Terengganu
Tayangan khas kedua filem magiK membabitkan lokasi di tepi pantai yang indah dan terkenal dengan tempat penyu bertelur untuk konservasi penyu iaitu Pantai Telaga Papan di Setiu, Kuala Terengganu.

Menurut Tanaka, lokasi itu dipilih kerana ia bersesuaian dengan filem magiK yang juga menyentuh konservasi kelip-kelip.

“Namun, lokasi itu paling sukar untuk kami meletakkan peralatan seperti projektor, pembesar suara dan skrin layer untuk tayangan wayang pacak diluar, katanya.

Kata Tanaka lagi, magiK juga menyentuh isu alam sekitar dan karya dihasilkan juga sentiasa menekankan kepentingan komunikasi yang harmoni antara alam semula jadi dan manusia.

“Seperti filem kami sebelum ini, Nota, kisah berlaku di tepi sungai dan seterusnya dilaut.

“Seperti perubahan alam semula jadi mengajar kita bagaimana untuk hidup dengan aliran kitaran dan bukan melawannya seperti cuaca dan alam.

“Malangnya, pihak kami tidak dapat menyampaikan filem magiK kepada masyarakat tempatan kerana hujan turun dengan lebatnya ketika tayangan filem itu di sana dan kami perlu meneruskan perjalanan lokasi seterusnya pada keesokan paginya,” katanya.
1. Kedah
Perjalanan paling jauh sempena tayangan khas filem magiK ialah dari Setiu,Kuala Terengganu ke Sungai Petani, Kedah. Tayangan khas di sana berlangsung di SPace08000.

Menurut Tanaka,di Sungai Petani, SPace08000, telah menjadikan jalan belakang dan bangunan lama sebagai landasan untuk komuniti seni dan belia.

Mereka saling membantu untuk berkembang dan terus bertahan. “Tayangan khas filem magiK disana juga dapat menarik pelbagai golongan masyarakat seperti pasangan guru yang mengajar golongan pekak sama seperti Bea.

“Selain itu, ada lelaki Jepun yang menetap di Malaysia dan memberi sokongan kepada golongan OKU serta nama keluarganya juga Tanaka. Pada masa yang sama, ada juga pasangan pelancong dari Indonesia,” katanya.

“Kita dapat kenalan baru dikalangan menonton tayangan khas filem magiK di lokasi terpilih dan setiap pertemuan adalah tidak ternilai,” katanya.
1. YMCA, Kuala Lumpur
Minggu Orang Pekak Antarabangsa sedunia di sambut pada hari ahad terakhir, September. Pelbagai acara dianjurkan untuk meraikan hari terbabit, dan Tanaka dan Bea memilih untuk mengadakan tayangan filem magiK di YMCA, Kuala Lumpur.

Pasangan suami isteri ini berharap filem magiK akan menyumbang pengiktirafan kepada golongan bermasalah pendengaran.

Bea yang juga bekas guru pendidikan khas masalah pendengaran selama 15 tahun berkata, mereka juga mahu berkongsi filem itu dengan komuniti bermasalah pendengaran sebanyak yang boleh.

“Pihak kami bersyukur kerana YMCA, Kuala Lumpur menganjurkan tayangan khas sempena Minggu Orang Pekak Antarabangsa pada tahun ini dan ia sangat sesuai dengan filem magiK,filem mengenai seorang gadis pekak.

“Barisan pelakon filem magiK yang turut hadir untuk tayangan khas ini ialah Qisya Hairulzain (watak utama Kit), Tengku Carmeela (Kit dewasa), Chacko Vadaketh (Zack). Carmeela juga pekak dan ia juga penampilan pertamanya di layar filem,” katanya.

Sementara itu,Tanaka dan Bea berkata, melihat reaksi penonton secara langsung pada tayangan khas dilokasi terpilih itu adalah kepuasan sebenar mereka setelah menghabiskan banyak masa dan tenaga untuk menyiapkan filem itu.

“magiK adalah mengenai komunikasi. Ia adalah kisah mengenai sebuah keluarga di perkampungan yang terkenal dengan kelip-kelip.

“Pihak kami bertemu dengan ramai orang sepanjang tayangan khas ini dimana mereka juga mempunyai kehidupan dan masalah mereka sendiri,” katanya.

Kata Tanaka lagi, ada yang cuba bertahan dan ada yang meneruskan minat mereka dalam pelbagai bentuk seni.

“Setiap bandar mempunyai komuniti seni mereka sendiri dan mereka juga berjuang untuk terus berkembang maju.

“Kami juga merasakan sangat dekat dengan mereka sebagai pembikin filem Indie,” katanya.

Menyusul selepas ini, ada lagi empat tayangan khas filem magiK akan berlangsung dibeberapa lokasi selepas ini. Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk menontonnya nanti.

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October 19, 2023