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Malay Mail
10 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Find out if your Anker power bank is affected by a global recall, and how you can claim a free replacement
KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 — Electronics manufacturer Anker just announced a global recall of four of its power bank models, with customers in Malaysia also able to return the potentially faulty devices. The models affected are A1257, A1647, A1681 and A1689. In a statement, the company said that earlier this year it had 'implemented a series of enhanced quality assurance protocols designed to detect manufacturing issues earlier in the production cycle.' The company discovered issues in battery cells from a single vendor. 'While the likelihood of malfunction is considered minimal, out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to initiate a voluntary global recall of several Anker power bank models,' the company stated. Malaysian customers with affected models can go to this link to check their serial numbers to see if their units are affected and if so, they may upload proof of purchase at the link as well. You can also check out Anker's official Facebook page for more information.
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Govt to set up electronics manufacturing cluster worth ₹417 cr in Noida
The government has approved the setting up of an Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC 2.0) in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, with an investment of ₹417 crore, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said in a press release. The cluster will be developed by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) and will span 200 acres. It is expected to attract investments worth approximately ₹2,500 crore. 'The project will lead to the creation of world-class infrastructure and generate 15,000 jobs. It is fully in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of promoting manufacturing in India. It reflects the government's sharp focus on job creation and building a Viksit Bharat,' said Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Information Technology Minister. Sectoral focus and facilities for MSMEs and startups The EMC 2.0 cluster will cater to manufacturing needs in sectors such as consumer electronics, automotive and industrial electronics, medical devices, computer hardware, and communication equipment. Startups and MSMEs will benefit from access to plug-and-play infrastructure and shared facilities. Infrastructure under the project includes factory sheds, electricity, water supply, sewage treatment, hostels, skill development centres, and health centres. 'This will help reduce infrastructure and logistics costs,' the ministry added. Strategic location and connectivity The cluster site is well-connected by road, rail, and air, situated along the Yamuna Expressway, Eastern Peripheral Expressway, and the under-construction Palwal–Khurja Expressway. It is close to major transport hubs such as a railway station and the upcoming Jewar International Airport. Additionally, it is near other industrial zones including the Medical Device Park, MSME and Apparel Park, and the Aviation Hub. Past achievements and current investments The ministry noted that projects under the EMC scheme have so far attracted 520 companies and generated over 86,000 jobs. 'So far, around ₹30,000 crore have been invested in the projects under the EMC scheme,' it stated. Earlier this month, Dixon Technologies received a letter of intent for 22.5 acres in YEIDA's EMC located in Sector 10 near the upcoming Noida International Airport. The company plans to establish a manufacturing unit for mobile phones, consumer electronics, telecom equipment, lighting products, and white goods. It is the third company to join the hub.
Bloomberg
4 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Chinese Firms Boost Exports to UK as Trump Tariffs Shift Trade
Chinese companies are ramping up shipments to Britain to levels not seen in years, a possible sign that the Asian factory powerhouse is finding export markets unimpeded by high tariffs like those President Donald Trump has imposed. Official data from both nations point to a pick-up in the value of Chinese exports to the UK after the US president slapped hefty duties on products from the world's second-largest economy before recently reducing them. Exports of small parcels and electronics have jumped in a sign of possible rerouting to avoid the US tariffs.
Al Bawaba
5 days ago
- Al Bawaba
LG's Cordzero™ A9 Vacuum Range is the Ultimate Summer Ally for a Fresh, Dust-free Home
With the UAE summer in full swing, LG Electronics (LG) is keen to keep the home clean, with its comprehensive CordZero™ A9 vacuum cleaner range. Designed to maintain a fresh and dust-free environment throughout the warmer months, the A9 series offers premium, reliable cleaning solutions tailored to a wide variety of Middle East lifestyles. LG understands that a truly clean home is a comfortable home, especially during the summer, and the CordZero™ A9 lineup embodies that philosophy, providing powerful, versatile, and user-friendly products, where each model within the series delivers the ultimate in cordless convenience; free from the limitations of power outlets and tangled cords. Beneath their sleek designs, these vacuums boast powerful suction, effortlessly tackling dust, debris, and allergens across an array of floor types, from hard surfaces to carpets, while the intuitive design promises comfortable handling and ease of maintenance, with features like simple dustbin emptying and washable filters, ensuring that maintaining a pristine home is always a breeze. The diversity within the LG CordZero™ A9 range, too, promises a perfect match for every UAE household. Offering a streamlined yet powerful cleaning experience, the LG CordZero™ A9T-LITE – the first self-emptying stick vacuum – combines the convenience of cordless operation with robust suction, as well as LG ThinQ™ app compatibility, allowing users to manage the vacuum remotely, setting preferred cleaning modes and receiving maintenance alerts. For even more everyday efficiency, the LG CordZero™ A9 Core models – like the A9K-SOLO with its brushless Smart Inverter Motor™ with AEROScience™ spinning at high speed to generate 220W of powerful suction – can lift dirt particles easily to provide versatile cleaning capabilities, making them ideal for regular household upkeep. LG CordZero™ A9L-SLIM is as lightweight and agile as its name suggests, boasting a maneuverability perfect for quick clean-ups and reaching tight spaces. At only 1.97kg, complemented by its slim profile and core A9 series benefits – powerful cleaning, cordless freedom, and easy maintenance – the A9 Air is an excellent companion for retaining cleanliness with minimal effort, especially in homes with intricate layouts or frequent light cleaning needs. For those seeking the pinnacle of hands-free cleaning and advanced features, the LG CordZero™ A9T Ultra stands tall with its innovative all-in-one tower, which not only charges the vacuum, but automatically empties the dustbin, eliminating direct contact with dust. It further enhances convenience with KOMPRESSOR™ technology for increased dustbin capacity and a dual battery pack for extended run time, making it ideal for large homes. More still, proving the Ultra is the ultimate, owners can reduce cleaning time further by vacuuming and mopping at the same time thanks to its Power Drive™ Mop. With the LG CordZero™ A9 vacuum cleaner range, maintaining a fresh, dust-free home this summer is not just achievable, but genuinely effortless.
Forbes
6 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
JBL Begins Shipping New Flip 7 And Charge 6 Bluetooth Speaker Updates
The JBL Charge 6 Bluetooth speaker has been updated with new drivers as well as Bluetooth 5.4 with ... More Auracast support. The speaker also has an IP68 waterproof and dustproof rating. Competition in the world of portable Bluetooth speakers is brutal. With so many brands are fighting for a slice of this competitive market the quality and value can vary a lot. Every year or two, one of the biggest and best-known names in the industry continues updating its products and the customers keep coming back for more as the quality goes up as prices hold or even fall. That Bluetooth speaker brand with probably the most loyal following is JBL. The company consistently scores well with its customer base and despite being at the upper end of the market, JBL continues updating the hugely popular Flip and Charge models and the latest updates are here with the Flip 7 and Charge 6. JBL is a part of the Harman International portfolio of brands which is, itself, a subsidiary of Korean electronics giant Samsung. For the past decade, JBL has built itself a solid reputation with its regular speaker updates and color refreshes. Each new generation of the speakers comes with a few new features and a more refined sound that keeps the customers coming back for more. The JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker is available in Purple as well as Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, ... More Camo and White colorways. The latest version of the Charge 6 and Flip 7 speakers were announced back in March and they are now shipping in volume. Both models have been tweaked to deliver a bigger and more reliable sound plus there are waterproof ratings which make the speakers ideal for pool parties and days at the beach. New AI Sound The two new updates now feature AI Sound Boost, a proprietary technology that analyzes the sound waves of music in real-time and optimizes the speaker drivers to play the music loud and without distortion. AI Sound gives this latest generation of the speakers extra functionality changing where and how we listen to music. Carsten Olesen is President of Consumer Audio at Harman. He says: 'With the addition of Flip 7 and Charge 6, JBL is not just launching new products, we're immersing ourselves in the heart of cultural moments with our presence at SXSW.' 'Designed to tap into the limitless places listeners go to experience incredible sound, the introduction of AI Sound Boost highlights our dedication to delivering dynamic solutions that shape the soundtrack of consumers' lives,' he adds. With the JBL Flip 7 you get to choose whether you want to use finger loop strap or a carabiner clip. ... More So, whether you are sunbathing in the backyard or out hiking, the new JBL Flip 7 is ready for action thanks to an ingenious clip-on finger loop that can swapped over with a carabiner hook enabling the speaker to be hung from the branch of a tree or almost anything else, making it an suitable speaker for camping, DIY or sports. Thanks to that new AI Sound Boost, the Flip 7 has a powerful bass response that won't distort, even when the volume levels are cranked up. The compact and cylindrical shape of the Flip 7 hides an upgraded dome tweeter that serves up a sweeter treble. The result, says JBL, is a clearer and crisper sound even when at louder settings. Not only is the Flip 7 even more portable thanks to the new finger loop and carabiner, but it has an IP68 waterproof and dustproof rating that removes most of the limits of where the speaker can go or be used. This is a Bluetooth speaker that's as much at home by the pool as it is at the beach. The Flip 7 from JBL is a punchy speaker considering its compact size. Thanks to Playtime Boost, the JBL Flip 7 also features improved battery life and can play for up to 16 hours on a single charge. The speaker uses Bluetooth version 5.4 and supports Auracast broadcasting technology. The Flip 7 can be paired with other Auracast-enabled speakers two form a stereo pair or a multi-speaker setup for an ensemble performance with an even bigger sound. Auracast can also pick up braodcasts from other Auracast enabled devices like TVs or PA systems. Another useful feature is the Flip 7's ability to connect to a computer or smartphone via a USB cable. This means the Flip 7 can now play hi-res audio files streamed from a computer via USB, so it can be used for presentations as well as for streaming hi-res music from services like TIDAL or Qobuz. The compact Flip 7 is just the right size for use as a travel speaker because it is small enough to fit in a carry-on bag but loud enough to fill a the average hotel room with high-quality sound. Even with the volume turned up, there's little or no distortion and the treble and bass levels automatically adapt depending on volume levels. JBL Charge 6 can be used with a carry handle or a wrist strap. JBL Charge 6 Launching at the same times as the Flip. 7 is the latest version of the JBL Charge. Now renumbered as the Charge 6, this slightly larger Bluetooth speaker has proved itseld as a firm favorite with JBL's customers for some time now. The Charge 6 has a detachable carrying handle that can easily be turned into a wrist strap, making the Charge 6 even more convenient for taking to the beach or out into the back yard. Like the Flip 7, the Charge 6 also features AI Sound Boost for lower distortion sound at louder volume levels. JBL has also upgraded the woofer inside the speaker so it now delivers a deeper and stronger bass than its predecessor. Thanks to Bluetooth 5.4, the Charge 6 also supports Auracast, making it possible to sync with other Auracast speakers to create a stereo pair or series of linked speakers. The Charge 6 can also work as a power bank. Simply plug in your smartphone to the USB-C port and ... More enjoy a top-up anywhere. A full charge of the Charge 6's large battery provides an impressive 28 hours of listening time thanks to the addition of Playtime Boost. Because the battery is so large, the Charge 6 can also be used as a power bank for topping up other devices such as a smartphone. Although the JBL Charge 6 is a larger than its Flip 7 sibling, it does produce a bigger sound and the larger battery can go longer between charges, making it a handy party speaker and power bank for that summer barbecue at the beach or party by the pool. Thanks to the IP68 rating, the Charge 6 can shrug off water, sweat, dust and sand, making it robust enough to be used almost anywhere, even in British summer rain. The JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker is available from Amazon and other retail outlets in a choice of Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, Camo and White colors. The Flip 7 is priced at $149 / £129. The new JBL Charge 6 is also available from Amazon and other retail outlets. It's available in Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, Camo and White colors. The JBL Charge 6 is priced at $199.95 / £169. JBL Flip 7 JBL Charge 6.
