The Best TV for Next-Generation #Gaming @LGSouthAfrica #LGLifeIsGood #LGLiving

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If there is one industry flourishing post-pandemic it is gaming. With more people spending time gaming and investing in home entertainment, gamers are looking for the right technology to amplify their experiences.

The best TV for next-generation gaming

With more people spending time at home over the last 18 months, interest in gaming has increased. Across the globe, the average time spent gaming has increased by 39% during the pandemic, and Twitch viewership also grew by more than 50% from the first quarter of 2020 to the second. In South Africa, the video game market is estimated to reach R5.44 billion by 2023.

But gaming has become more than a fun way to pass the time during the lockdown. For many people socially distancing at home, gaming has become a valuable lifeline that has kept them both entertained and connected with friends and family. In fact, 68% of South African gamers said that gaming provided stress and anxiety relief.

As more of us either discover or delve deeper into the exciting world of gaming, there’s a lot to learn about the latest generation of innovative gaming tech entering the market and how it can help elevate experiences. Gaming TVs are an example of this tech, and where gaming monitors used to be the standard, LG’s OLED TVs have set a new benchmark for immersive displays.

The age of OLED

In the past, TVs didn’t provide the best gaming experiences because many of them suffered from slow response times, so the on-screen pixels took a while to change based on in-game actions. For fast-paced gaming, a few milliseconds can mean the difference between winning and losing, which is why gamers used to opt for gaming monitors for a more responsive experience.

When LG’s OLED TVs hit the market, all of that changed. OLED TVs outperform most gaming monitors because they don’t need to waste time processing any backlighting. Instead, OLED tech uses self-lit pixels that deliver near-instantaneous response times as low as one millisecond. With OLED, input lag is a thing of the past and this next-gen, award-winning tech has been touted for giving gamers a new competitive edge.

Another significant benefit of OLED’s self-lit pixels is that they turn on and off individually, resulting in perfect blacks and infinite contrast. With conventional LED displays, a dark area on the screen can never be perfectly black because of backlighting, whereas with OLED the pixels in darker areas are completely turned off. This brings an astonishing depth and vibrancy to games that non-OLED monitors struggle to compete with.

Made for next-gen gaming

Whether you are gaming on the latest PC or next-generation console such as the Xbox Series X, your gaming system can only deliver a visual experience that’s as good as the display you’re using. To fully leverage the true capabilities of cutting-edge PCs and consoles, you need a cutting-edge display to match. With support for 4K video at an impressive 120Hz refresh rate, OLED offers both sharper picture quality and smoother on-screen motion, allowing gamers to enjoy every vivid detail of the latest games without any motion blur. An HDMI 2.1 port is essential for this – LG’s OLED C1 has four.

As the world’s first Eyesafe certified TV displays, LG OLED TVs produce low levels of blue light while maintaining optimal colour performance. This is a big benefit for gamers as it allows them to enjoy extended gaming sessions without eye strain. This means you can game longer without eye fatigue slowing you down.

Other features that are particularly great for gamers is OLED’s Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), as well as its NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync compatibility. These adaptive syncing technologies reduce screen tearing, stuttering, and input lag by dynamically synchronising your monitor’s refresh rate to match every frame generated by your graphics card in real-time. This results in a smoother and more realistic gaming experience – especially with the fast-moving visuals in a first-person shooter or racing games. LG is the first to support NVIDIA G-SYNC for big-screen gaming, and it’s one of the many reasons why gamers love OLED displays.

Better hardware, smarter software

While OLED hardware is nothing short of revolutionary, there’s also a lot more going on inside LG’s OLED TVs. The latest Game Optimiser uses LG’s α9 Gen4 AI processor to detect specific game genres, such as first-person shooters, RPGs, and real-time strategy games and optimises both the picture and audio for better gameplay. The interface also gives gamers finer control over gaming-related display settings, so you can customise to your heart’s desire.

Another unique software feature of LG’s OLED TVs is that they come standard with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Dolby Vision intelligently optimises picture quality based on the game genre and the ambient light conditions of your living room using built-in light sensors. This means the perfect detail, brightness, and contrast to match whatever game you’re playing. The Xbox Series X and S are the first consoles to enable gaming in both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and LG recently released a firmware upgrade for their OLED C1 and G1 series TVs that made them the first manufacturer to support Dolby Vision HDR at 4K and 120Hz.

Don’t forget the sound

Dolby Atmos delivers the most immersive, multi-dimensional surround sound by adding something conventional surround sound doesn’t have: a height channel. This allows sounds to be placed more accurately in a three-dimensional space, enabling up to 128 individual sounds to be placed precisely in different parts of your virtual surroundings. For first-person shooter aficionados, this offers a significant competitive advantage as it allows you to hear exactly where every footstep or distant gunshot is coming from.

LG’s OLED TVs come standard with Bluetooth as well as a headphone port, so you can add your own headset with ease. Alternatively, add an LG Sound Bar to your gaming setup – they also support Dolby Atmos and produce sound powerful enough to blur the lines between gaming and reality.

The new benchmark for gaming

LG’s OLED TVs have not only set a new standard for gaming TVs, but they’ve also changed what kind of gaming experiences are possible. With so many innovative features, it’s no wonder that displays like the LG OLED C1 48” have become flagship gaming TVs. And at the rate that display technologies, gaming PCs and consoles, and video games themselves are evolving, we can all look forward to unparalleled gaming experiences in 2021 and the future.

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Made to Entertain: @SamsungMobileSA Announces Availability of #GalaxyTabA7

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Samsung South Africa has announced that Galaxy Tab A7 is now available at operators and major retailers. Boasting a vivid display, sleek design, and enhanced performance, Tab A7 is equipped to help you do more of what you love—at home, or on the go.

When it’s time to binge a new series, get to the next level in your favourite game or video chat with friends and family back home, Tab A7 builds on Samsung’s long legacy of delivering devices that meet everyone’s unique needs, lifestyles, and budgets. By combining powerful performance with features like Dolby Atmos® surround sound and a stunning display, Tab A7 offers a first-rate entertainment experience ideal for everyone.

Made to Entertain

Compact and sleek, the Galaxy Tab A7 features a beautiful design that combines simplicity with sophistication – and was made to entertain. It's large 10.4”1 display is perfect for gaming, late-night streaming, and seamless multi-tasking — and its thin, symmetric bezel provides a more balanced view from every angle. With an ultra-widescreen landscape mode, you can relax with a cinematic viewing experience, or connect with friends and family over a video call at the convenience and comfort of your home. Best of all, these features come in a slim profile. At just 7mm thin, Tab A7’s lightweight, premium metal design is highly portable and can fit into any bag with ease.

Tab A7’s new quad-speaker system elevates your entertainment experience even more. Now with surround sound by Dolby Atmos®, four speakers ensure your movies, music, and shows are livelier and more exciting than ever—as if you’re in the centre of the action. The high-definition WUXGA+ display makes every viewing experience on Tab A7 vivid and dynamic, whether you’re watching a movie or hopping on a video conference for work. And thanks to a 5MP front-facing landscape-oriented camera, you’ll never have to reposition your tablet when you receive a video call.

The Galaxy Experience

Tab A7 works harmoniously with the rest of the Galaxy ecosystem to elevate your downtime and deliver an effortless experience across devices. Simply pair your phone to receive mobile notifications straight to your tablet, and easily make calls or receive messages. Connect your Samsung account to switch seamlessly between apps on other Samsung devices, or instantly send photos, videos, and files to friends and family nearby with Easy Share. Tab A7 also works perfectly with your Samsung TV, so you can use your device’s Media Panel to easily control video on the screen. And with Auto Hotspot, Tab A7 lets you stay connected on the go by tethering to your other devices—all without having to touch your phone. Plus, facial recognition means you don’t have to worry about your device getting in the wrong hands.

Configured for powerful performance, Tab A7 brings that same seamless experience right to your device. With a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 662 processor, an upgraded 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of built-in storage, Tab A7 lets you do—and store—more of the things you love. Tab A7 can handle a variety of tasks at once, whether you’re multitasking between different apps, or diving deeper into your favourite game. And with a long-lasting, binge-ready 7040mAh battery, you can spend more time focusing on the content you enjoy most—and charge your tablet in just minutes with Samsung’s Fast Charging.2

Availability

Galaxy Tab A7 will be available from 9 November 2020, starting at just R4,999. Purchase the tablet in Dark Grey through Samsung Online Store and all major retailers. Shoppers who purchase Tab A7 also receive 50% off the Book Cover Case from now until 31 December 2020.

Galaxy Tab A7 Product Specifications

Wi-Fi / LTE Wi-Fi and LTE

Colour Dark Grey

Design Metal Unibody

Display 10.4″

TFT LCD

2000 x 1200 (WUXGA+)

Dimensions & Weight 247.6 x 157.4 x 7.0 mm

9.75 x 6.20 x 0.28″

1.05 lb (476g)

OS Android Q

Memory & Storage 3GB(RAM) + 32GB

microSD up to 1TB

Processor Qualcomm SM6115

Octa-Core

(4×2.0GHz + 4×1.8GHz)

Battery Usage Li-Ion 7,040mAh

Fast Charging

Camera 8MP AF (Rear)

5MP (Front)

Connectivity 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4G + 5GHz

Bluetooth v5.0

Input/Output USB Type C (2.0)

3.5mm Stereo

4-Speaker

Dolby Atmos

[1] Measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.

[2] Actual charging speed may also vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions, and other factors.

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The #PorscheDesign @HUAWEIza Mate RS: Luxury and Performance Meet Innovation #HuaweiMateRS

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Nothing beats the exhilarating experience of being drawn into the seat of a luxury high-performance vehicle as it accelerates into high speed. The engine roars as it bursts into hyper-drive, without taking away from the real feeling at the sensation of elegance behind the steering wheel.

Now imagine that powerful performance and ultimate luxury in the palm of your hand.
The PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS is the bringing together of a trailblazing technology corporation and world-class design house, Porsche Design – culminating to form the apex of luxury and innovation. The PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS isn’t a smartphone. It’s a statement.

Understanding that today’s elite consumers demand exquisite and premium craftsmanship and a device that can stand the test of time, with best-in-class hardware.

Breaking the boundaries of an ultra-premium smartphone, the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS is introduced at the tail-end of the success of the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro – launched in South Africa in 2017.

The RS, which stands for “Race Sport”, a designation reserved for cars that embody the best of performance and design, is pursued by all who love racing and exclusivity around the world.

Setting a new pace
The PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS redefines the standard of high-quality workmanship with streamlined curves and symmetrical surfaces, which allow light and shade change to play on the device’s surface, a true masterpiece of excitement.

The PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS features the industry’s most advanced technologies, including the world’s first dual fingerprint design including an on-screen fingerprint sensor and the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) chipset.

As Huawei’s peak flagship and luxury device, the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS aptly fits into the lifestyle of the high-end user who demands potent performance and efficiency out of their smartphone.

Have a business meeting? The PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS features an enhanced hands-free mode allowing users to simply place the handset on the table to record conference calls.

When the directional voice pick-up mode is switched on, the phone can record specific voices from multiple directions, filtering out background noise. After recording, users can choose to replay audio from a single participant or multiple parties on the call.

Featuring proportioned look, minimalist feel and a stylish 8-edged 3D curved glass body, the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS is available in South Africa in Black, a timeless, bold and sophisticated color.

The PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS features a 6-inch, 18:9 OLED 2K curved screen for the most comfortable hold. The maximized screen viewing area brings users an unparalleled display experience.

Under the hood
To power the performance, the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS incorporates the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) chipset – the Kirin 970. Breakthroughs in mobile AI allow Huawei’s EMUI system to evolve and learn to better understand the user’s needs, to respond faster to every task.

PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS also features Leica’s triple camera setup with a 40MP RGB sensor, a 20MP monochrome sensor and an 8MP sensor with telephoto lens, while the 5x Hybrid Zoom supports clear viewing at long distances. The breakthrough HUAWEI AIS technology is brilliant in low light while being powered by Master AI, intelligent photography is taken to a new level.

Fast-paced days require a powerful charge. The 4000 mAh battery and TÜV Safety Certified HUAWEI SuperCharge with intelligent power saving will meet every need. A whisper quiet, fan-less and wireless quick charging design keeps it cool under pressure.

The pioneering in-screen fingerprint design unleashes a revolution in unlocking. Floating your finger wakes up the device and touching to unlock the smartphone is as fast as lightning. The dual fingerprint identification in both front and back are also easy keys to switch separate mobile spaces, a new level of privacy.

To top it off, the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS is an entertainment powerhouse. Featuring dual super linear system (SLS) speakers with DOLBY ATMOS, setting the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate RS apart from its predecessors and other premium flagship devices. This enables it to have the best immersive surround sound and entertainment experience on-the-go.

 

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5 Ways #Legion #Y720 and #Y520 Laptops are Upping the Game @Lenovo_Africa #LenovoCES

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In their quest to provide customers the most immersive PC gaming experiences, Lenovo spent time building and listening to a community of gamers to better understand what they value most. This year, Lenovo is launching a dedicated sub-brand for Lenovo gaming PCs – they call it Lenovo Legion. The new gaming sub-brand offers gamers powerful gaming devices and community engagement. It’s a user experience designed around what they’re passionate about – the most immersive gaming experiences. Just as the Roman army shared a common purpose that bound them together as a force to be reckoned with, Lenovo Legion is all about the growing community of gamers and their passion for gaming.

The first Lenovo Legion offerings embody the modern gaming experience, starting with the new Lenovo Legion Y720 and Y520 Laptops – two powerful gaming PCs designed for mainstream and enthusiast players. These products are a result of talking to thousands of gamers and understanding and anticipating their needs. Lenovo Legion is about emboldening our commitment to improving players’ gameplay with state-of-the-art technology so they can fully immerse in the game.

Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop

Here are five ways the Lenovo Legion Y720 and Y520 Laptops are setting the bar based on gamers’ insights.

#1: Need for Speed
Just the way your brain brings your senses to life, the graphics and CPU powering your gaming device enable sensory features like the screen and keyboard to seem immersive to gamers. In fact, gamers agree that graphics and processor speed are the top features they value most in their gaming PCs[i]. Lenovo Legion laptops are outfitted with up to the latest NVIDIA® graphics cards and Intel®’s latest 7th Gen Core™ i7 processors for the speed needed to win. More RAM also means better gameplay, and boosting up RAM specs delivers that extra edge as the second most desired upgrade based on gamers’ feedback.1 You can run and stream your favorite game, respond to chat questions and play music all at the same time without a hitch – powered by the two laptops’ 16 GB DDR4 memory. Better yet, the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop comes with Thunderbolt™ 3, the fastest port available on a PC today[ii] to plug and play at lightening speeds.

#2: Get Real With Virtual Reality
The lines between reality and virtual experiences are blurring. However, the intersection is becoming crystal clear as virtual reality (VR) becomes the new digital reality. In fact, many industry insiders agree that VR is shaping up to be the biggest gaming trend for 2017.[iii] Built from the ground up, the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop with up to NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 1060 graphics is VR-ready, offering truly immersive gameplay. Just plug a VR headset into the HDMI port and you’re set for immersive gaming.

#3: Easy on the Eyes
Playing to win involves seeing every little detail. Pixelation, screen lag or dropped frames can mean the difference between seeing your in-game opponent or having them see you first. As high quality screen resolution is something gamers demand, we’ve upped the ante by offering up to UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS anti-glare display on the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop. But a screen is only as good as the GPU driving it. Gamers know this, and a good graphics card among the top three specs they value most.1 Lenovo Legion laptops are designed for gaming in high resolution and frame rates that make it easy on your eyes – thanks to their latest graphics. For an even more immersive visual experience, connect the laptop to one of our 27-inch Lenovo Y27g Curved Gaming Monitors and see things in a whole new way. 

Lenovo Legion Y520 Laptop

#4: Surround Yourself With Sound
Nothing “speaks” more to immersive gaming than being enveloped with sound. In fact, almost half (44 percent)1 of PC gamers bought some kind of new audio peripheral to better their audio gaming experience last year. We designed the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop to be the world’s first Dolby Atmos® Windows® based PC.[iv] Dolby Atmos puts you inside the gaming action with powerful, moving audio that sweeps all around and above you with amazing precision and realism. When playing Dolby Atmos-enabled content and using headphones, you can hear the locations of teammates and enemies in three-dimensional space—bringing an enhanced sense of depth and detail to your gaming experience. It makes the game’s world come alive with immersive sound you can feel, from the roar of a spaceship overhead to the crunch of boots on the ground. With sound coming from every angle, you get a tactical edge when gaming on the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop.

#5: Feel the Game
Did you know that most gamers are night owls? That’s right, user research revealed that most gaming takes place between 6 p.m. and midnight.1 That’s why we’ve added an optional RGB keyboard on the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop and optional red backlit keyboard on the Lenovo Legion Y520 Laptop – making it super easy to game at night without having to clamber for your keys again.

Better yet, the Lenovo Legion Y720 Laptop comes with the option of an integrated Xbox One™ Wireless receiver, which is able to support up to four controllers simultaneously for gaming with friends.

The new Lenovo Legion gaming line was born out of our gaming community’s demand for a superior gaming experience. Each product, feature and spec is the result of knowledge gleaned from what our customers want. Lenovo Legion takes gaming to a whole new level of immersive delight, starting with the Lenovo Legion Y720 and Y520 Laptops. Join Lenovo on LinkedIn, follow on Facebook or Twitter (@Lenovo) or visit at www.lenovo.com.

[i] Based on Lenovo's 2015 global PC gamer research of 1800 respondents in US, Germany and China.
[ii] Thunderbolt FAQs: https://thunderbolttechnology.net/tech/faq
[iii] “10 Trends Shaping Up Gaming Towards 2017” Aki Jarvinen, Medium: https://medium.com/game-futures/10-trends-shaping-up-gaming-for-2017-ea3c158512d2#.pt1o71rrn
[iv] Based on Lenovo’s internal analysis as of Dec 9, 2016 of PCs using Windows sold by major competitors shipping >1 million units worldwide annually. Requires RS2 update for Windows 10 coming April 2017.
 

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